The UFO Movie THEY Don’t Want You to See - LivestreamIn an age when misinformation, alternative facts, and conspiracy theories have become mainstream, UFOs have become one of the most talked-about phenomena throughout popular culture. What is in our skies? What do we know, and how do we know it? And most importantly: Are we being visited?Join us for a ...
Where: Cost: Free
At the Tipping Point: Promise to Our Planet 2024As we witness the far-reaching effects of climate change, from the retreat of Arctic ice to unprecedented heatwaves and ecological shifts, we acknowledge that we stand at a critical juncture. "At the Tipping Point'' delves into the dynamics of complex systems, emphasizing that seemingly small efforts can spark monumental change, ...
Where: East Palo AltoCost: Free
What Black Holes Reveal About Gravity’s Strangest Properties - LivestreamFrom hunting for black holes in the night sky, to discovering a new class of gravitational waves produced by black hole binaries, to studying how black holes obey the rules of quantum mechanics, three astrophysicists will expose how these mysterious massive objects hold the key to a fascinating new understanding ...
Dive into the ancient world with an incredible panel of experts discussing fossils, paleontology, and local digs! Learn more about the tooth discovered in Santa Cruz last year from Santa Cruz Museum’s Collections Manager Kathleen Aston, explore current research happening with paleontologist Wayne Thompson, and get some great insights into ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: $20 General adv. , $15 Members, Free for Students
After Dark: IlluminationExplore the wonders of light with 650+ interactive exhibits and brilliant conversations led by scientists. Play with your brain’s perception at Adapting to Color, investigate the mystery behind the Monochromatic Room, and prepare to have your mind blown by Bright Black. Don’t miss the talk between science journalist Joshua Sokol ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19.95 General, Free for members
NightLife is a DragSashay into a night of greatness and glam as we celebrate the undeniable impact and artistry of drag.
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
Why It's Not Too Late: Rebecca Solnit and John King on the Climate Stories we TellWriter, historian, and activist Rebecca Solnit is the author of twenty-five books on feminism, environmental and urban history, popular power, social change and insurrection, wandering and walking, hope and catastrophe. She co-edited the 2023 anthology Not Too Late: Changing the Climate Story from Despair to Possibility. Her other books include ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Astronomy on Tap Santa Cruz: A Cosmic Perspective on the Future of Life on EarthWe Live in a universe that is 13 billion years old. When considering the age of our universe, humans and human civilization have only been around for the blink of an eye. We may take it for granted that civilization and life on Earth will to continue to flourish indefinitely. ...
Join us on a journey through history, as we take a look at the lives and often overlooked contributions of the women who came before us. From groundbreaking research to pioneering discoveries, we will shed light on the work of trailblazing women who defied societal norms and made significant contributions ...
The Importance of Islands to Avian Evolution - LivestreamIslands play a key role in both the evolution of new avian species and the extinction of others. Because islands are isolated land masses, species which arrive on islands evolve separately from their parent group and through genetic drift eventually become unique. At the same time, because island species are ...
Human’s fascination with owls was first documented in the cave paintings at Chauvet in southern France. With their forward gaze and quiet flight, owls are often a symbol of wisdom, knowledge, and foresight. But what does an owl really know? And what do we really know about owls? Some 260 ...
