The Future of Innovation and Consumer ElectronicsFrom broadband spectrum to HDTV, from gaming to Hollywood and social media, innovation is happening through industry, entrepreneurs and technology advances. How is consumer electronics driving innovation in the U.S. and abroad? What lessons can be learned from the electronics industry that can be applied to other segments of the ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $20 General, $8 Members, $7 Students
The frontier of biology these days is the genetics and ecology of bacteria, and the frontier of THAT is what's being learned about viruses. "The science of virology is still in its early, wild days," writes Carl Zimmer. "Scientists are discovering viruses faster than they can make sense of them." ...
Astronomers currently know of over 500 planets orbiting distant stars beyond the confines of our solar system. Of these 500 "extrasolar" planets, most are large gas-rich planets, similar to Jupiter or Saturn. However, more recently, due to improvements in discovery techniques and instrumentation, astronomers have started to discover much smaller ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
History of the Bay ModelJoin Ranger Thomas for an in-depth look into the history of the Bay Model from its beginning to the present. The program will look back at the purpose of the Bay Model and how it was instrumental in helping scientists understand the hydrology of the San Francisco Bay.
Everyone's got a worldview, however hidden. No one would get up in the morning without one! The tough question is: How well-informed is our worldview? Tucker Hiatt has studied and taught physics for nearly forty years. He's also director of Wonderfest, the Bay Area Beacon of Science. Tucker will show ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
World Oceans Day -- Free Admission to Seymour Marine CenterCelebrate our world's oceans by spending this year's World Oceans Day with us! Come learn why we are all dependant on our oceans, find out what your family can do help them, connect with them by visiting our shark touch-pool, or just enjoy the view. …for free. Admission is free ...
Where: Santa CruzCost: Free
Thursday, 06/09/11
Health in the Summer Season: A Traditional Chinese Medicine ApproachTraditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a holistic medicine, viewing the human being as part of nature, and thus each season provides an opportunity to harmonize the microcosm of our bodies with the macrocosm of the universe.In this lecture, you will learn how each season, and summer in particular, can have ...
Go behind the scenes at Long Marine Lab. Learn about the work of scientists and their studies of dolphins, seals, sea lions, and whales. Tour is best suited for adults and children over 10 years of age. Space limited. Reservations required: (831) 459-3800.
Where: Santa CruzCost: Free with admission
World Oceans NightlifeCelebrate our blue planet in honor of World Oceans Day. Meet experts on plastic pollution and ocean conservation from 5 Gyres and other organizations, and see renowned dance troupe Capacitor perform a piece called "Okeanos" in the piazza. Enjoy ocean images by Visuals by 3. Music by DJ Jeff Stallings ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $12 General, $10 Members
Living Well with a Diagnosis of Heart FailureWhile the term "heart failure" sounds like a sudden and catastrophic event, it is actually a condition of gradual worsening of the heart's capacity to pump blood, and as such presents with a variety of symptoms. This talk will focus on the causes of heart failure, its treatments, and the ...
Where: Palo AltoCost: Free
Friday, 06/10/11
Go Wild! Kid's Nature ProgramDid you know that there is a 30,000 acre wildlife refuge right here in the South Bay? That it is home to over 280 species of birds each year? Join us as we learn more about Don Edwards SF Bay National Wildlife Refuge with stories and fun activities.
Where: San JoseCost: Free
Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!Foothill Observatory Friday Evening ProgramCome to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory's new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views ...
Vertical Challenge 2011"Vertical Challenge" Helicopter Air Show is a unique event that allows visitors to see first hand helicopter operations. The show is devoted to demonstrating to the public of how helicopters affect our daily lives from traffic and news reports to its unique life saving ability, to the National Defense of ...
Where: San CarlosCost: $23 Adult, $13 Sr. & Youth, Free under 4
History of the Bay ModelJoin Ranger Thomas for an in-depth look into the history of the Bay Model from its beginning to the present. The program will look back at the purpose of the Bay Model and how it was instrumental in helping scientists understand the hydrology of the San Francisco Bay.
Bedtime with the Beasts is a special overnight program for youth groups (ages 6-18) and their chaperones. An Oakland Zoo education specialist will lead your group on an evening hike around the zoo where you'll get a look at what the zoo is like after all of the guests leave. ...
The way we see is fragmented; your eyes receive a series of still images that your brain pieces together into movement. We'll visit the Seeing Gallery, talk about perception of movement, and ponder what is unseen. Then we will adjourn to theclassroom where we'll make stop motion animations using techniques ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Per Family (up to 4): $80 General, $50 Members
EcoHouse Tour and Clinic: Solar Energy for all IncomesCome get inspired and learn new skills at the EcoHouse with a tour of the site and gardens. Begin at 10am with a tour of the Ecology Center's EcoHouse demonstration site and learn about simple improvements that can be made to green an urban home. The tour includes: Berkeley's first ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: $15 General, $10 Members
Are we waking from our evolutionary adolescence?An exploration of evolving human consciousness. A look at where we've been and where we may be heading.Speaker: Cassandra Vieten, Phd; Director of Research, Institute of Noetic Sciences
Where: PetalumaCost: Free with admission to exhibit
The way we see is fragmented; your eyes receive a series of still images that your brain pieces together into movement. We'll visit the Seeing Gallery, talk about perception of movement, and ponder what is unseen. Then we will adjourn to theclassroom where we'll make stop motion animations using techniques ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $35 General, $25 Members
Experience the wildlife and natural beauty that make Younger Lagoon an exceptional local treasure on this docent-led tour to the lagoon and its beach habitat. Learn about the ongoing research and habitat restoration work that help this vital ecosystem thrive. Tour includes a short hike and is best suited for ...
Enjoy free admission and explore how technology and science affect the way we live, work, play and learn. Over 250 fun, interactive exhibits provide hours of creative discoveries. Ride the Earthquake Platform, play with Robots, learn about Silicon Valley innovations and lots more unique hands-on fun for all ages. Does ...
Free Climate Action Facilitator Training"Climate change is not just about penguins, plants and polar bears; it's about people"-Ed Maibach, Center for Climate Change CommunicationAnd not just some people; it's about everyone. But how do you engage your neighbor who doesn't have climate change on his radar or your co-worker who's interested but not sure ...
