Modern machine learning (ML) workloads, such as deep learning and large-scale model training, are compute-intensive and require distributed execution. Ray is an open-source, distributed framework from U.C. Berkeley’s RISELab that easily scales Python applications and ML workloads from a laptop to a cluster, with an emphasis on the unique performance ...
Where: Cost: Free
Tuesday, 07/26/22
July Butterfly Walk - First Session - FULLJoin Sally Levinson, 'caterpillar lady', and Sarab Seth, 'butterfly guy,' for a guided, family friendly, one hour walk through the Botanical Garden in search of butterflies. Bring binoculars if you have them. This walk follows uneven terrain, with areas of paved and unpaved trail. While masks are ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: $18 General, $14 Members
July Butterfly Walk - Second SessionJoin Sally Levinson, 'caterpillar lady', and Sarab Seth, 'butterfly guy,' for a guided, family friendly, one hour walk through the Botanical Garden in search of butterflies. Bring binoculars if you have them. This walk follows uneven terrain, with areas of paved and unpaved trail. While masks are ...
We are delighted to host Preston Brown, Conservation Director of the Salmon Protection and Watershed Network (SPAWN), a program run by Turtle Island Restoration Network. Mr. Brown will provide an overview of SPAWN's work and approach to restoration (where they work and how). He will discuss coho salmon life history, ...
Where: Cost: Free
Wonderfest: The Hidden World of VibrationsAs humans, our appreciation of the natural world is tied to our senses - the sights, sounds, and smells we experience. Recent scientific research, however, has shown just how limited our viewpoint is. Most creatures on Earth use sights, sounds, and smells that are imperceptible to humans. With the help ...
Where: NovatoCost: Free
Wednesday, 07/27/22
Lessons From Newborns: Neurohormonal Signals Limiting Mammalian Heart RegenerationHeart failure after ischemic damage remains a leading cause of death in the United States due to the inability of adult humans to regenerate their hearts after injury. In contrast, newborn mammals possess an immense capacity for complete heart regeneration. Cardiac regeneration in neonatal rodents relies on the proliferation of ...
Where: Cost: Free
Thursday, 07/28/22
Coastal Walk at Pillar Point BluffJoin Peninsula Open Space Trust for an afternoon walk at Pillar Point Bluff just north of Half Moon Bay! You will be guided by a POST representative who will share details about the area’s interesting natural history, from the coastal scrub habitat to the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve that hosts tide ...
Where: Moss BeachCost: Free
NightLife: Summertime BazaarThree words: Treat. Yo’. Self. Find the ‘crème de la crème’ of indie goods at our first NightLife Bazaar: summer edition. Co-presented by SF Bazaar.DIY Demos Science TodayAt 8:00, Explore the many uses of chaga and adaptogenic mushrooms during a talk from The Chaga Company - perfect for the fungi-lovers ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19
After Dark: ShineIlluminate the connections between art and science during a night devoted to shadow and light. Manipulate objects to cast entrancing images in the Light Lab. Wander through exhibits that gleam, glow, dazzle, and flash (capture your image on phosphor-impregnated vinyl in Shadow Box!), and be transported by a premiere shadow-play ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19.95 General, Free for members
Climate Resiliency Walks: Point PinoleExplore the Dotson Family Marsh to experience what planning for climate change looks like. Witness the importance of restoring tidal marshes and observe the birds and wildlife that call this area home. 2-mile out and back hike. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required.
Where: Richmond AveCost: Free
Sunday, 07/31/22
Sunset Science: Searching For PlanetsEnjoy a warm summer evening of activities and stargazing on Chabot’s stunning Observation Deck! Learn about stellar concepts with special demonstrations, activities and more. When the Sun goes down, the stars come out for exploring the cosmos through historic telescopes.Graze while you gaze! Food, wine and beer will be available ...
Where: OaklandCost: $15 General, $5 Youth, Members Free
