Join us as we celebrate night one in a series of adults-only summer programming inspired by The Art of Tinkering exhibition. Accessorize inventively by creating beautiful headdresses and light-up cuffs and corsages. Play with food to create whimsical faces - plus admire work by the virtuoso who’s mastered this uncommon ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19.95 General, Free for members
Join us for a presentation on the current bird banding research projects at the Coyote Creek Field Station and Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve. Bird banding is an incredible research tool for understanding the complexities of the avian life-cycle and how humans are modifying its key stages: migration, reproduction, and molt. ...
Where: Cost: Free
Hardcore Natural HistoryThe Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History is diving into 2022 with exciting updates to our Hardcore Natural History Lecture Series. The series is shifting from bi-monthly single speakers to quarterly panels with experts from a range of disciplines covering a wide array of fascinating topics. Events include a reception ...
Where: Cost: $15 General, $10 Members, $5 Students
Keeping Tabs on the Volcanoes of the Last Frontier - LivestreamAn Update from the Alaska Volcano ObservatoryBy Michelle Coombs, USGS Research Geologist Scientist-in-Charge, Alaska Volcano Observatory Did you know Alaska is home to the most of the Nation's active and potentially active volcanoes, with three currently erupting?Eruptions in Alaska range in style and size from small events at remote volcanoes to the ...
Where: Cost: Free
NightLifeCalling all creatures of the night: explore the nocturnal side of the Academy at NightLife and see what's revealed. With live DJs, outdoor bars, ambiance lighting, and nearly 40,000 live animals (including familiar faces like Claude the albino alligator), the night is sure to be wild.Step inside the iconic Shake ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $18 - $16 depending on entrance time
Virtual Asteroid Day Celebration - LivestreamJoin us for a celebration all about asteroids. Learn about global efforts to highlight asteroid detection, cutting-edge asteroid research, as well as the current and future missions to explore them. Expert scientists will explore the latest asteroid science and answer your biggest questions and dig in and try asteroid experiments ...
Where: Cost: Free
Friday, 07/01/22
First Friday: It’s Rocket ScienceFrom fireworks to space exploration, rockets have propelled our imagination for centuries. We’re reaching new heights with an evening of uplifting conversations and activities for all ages. Get ready for launch!Â
Where: OaklandCost: $15 Adults, $10 Kids/Seniors, $5 Members
Saturday, 07/02/22
Celebrating 50 Years of Conservation at Don Edwards Wildlife RefugeOn June 30th, 1972, Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge was officially established as part of the National Wildlife Refuge system and became America's first and largest urban national wildlife refuge ! As part of the celebration, we are throwing a birthday party! Our event Celebrating 50 ...
Where: FremontCost: Free
Hike and SipThis event is for adults 21+. A perfect evening for a date night or fun with friends!The journey begins at sunset from the Center into the beautiful surrounding redwood forest. We’ll moderately hike 3-4.25 miles (90-120 minutes) along some of the most popular trails as you learn about the history ...
Astronomers run some of the largest simulations on the world's most powerful supercomputers. These simulations trace the formation of galaxies and cosmic structures on scales of billions of light years from shortly after the Big Bang to the present day. In this talk, Dr. Lange will discuss why astronomers are ...
