Nike Missile Site Veteran Open HouseVeterans of the Nike program come to the site to share their stories with visitors and give guided tours of SF88 between the hours of 12pm - 3pm The SF-88 Nike Missile Site is the most fully restored Nike missile site in the country. During the tense years of the Cold War, from ...
Where: Mill ValleyCost: Free
Sunday, 07/07/24
Morning Hike at Skyline Ridge Open Space PreserveJoin POST for this guided hike at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve! A POST Representative will share a few words about POST’s decades of conservation success before hiking groups leave to explore a moderate to strenuous 4.5 mile hike with 800 feet of elevation gain.POST has made many contributions towards ...
Where: Los AltosCost: Free
Five Dollar Day at The Lawrence Hall of ScienceVisit The Lawrence and enjoy all the hands-on science we offer for just $5 per person. Put your engineering and design skills to the test, take control of the Planetarium dome, meet live reptiles and amphibians in our Animal Discovery Zone, and more! $5 Days are part of our efforts ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: $5
Why Tides MatterJoin us to learn about all things tides. What are they? How do they affect wildlife? How have humans reshaped the Bay's tidal lands?This program starts in our covered, open-air pavilion at the Environmental Education Center of the Don Edwards SF Bay NWR and will be followed by an easy ...
Where: AlvisoCost: Free
Tuesday, 07/09/24
The Science Behind 'Inside Out 2' - LivestreamJoin us to explore the science behind Pixar’s highly anticipated new film, Inside Out 2, and delve into the complexities of emotion and the teenage brain.This illuminating one-hour event will feature a conversation with GGSC Faculty Director Dacher Keltner, Ph.D., and Lisa Damour, Ph.D., who both served as scientific consultants ...
The Wood Lab of Avian and Urban Ecology at Cal State L.A. is a group of conservation-minded individuals who work to understand the effects of global and environmental change on biodiversity. In his Birdy Hour presentation, Dr. Wood will share about the group's research - which is centered on terrestrial ...
Speculative fiction authors predicate their stories on creative “what-if†questions. Ray Nayler will demonstrate the close relationship of this process to scientific thinking. Using examples from his debut novel The Mountain in the Sea, Ray will discuss how he used a “what-if†question - “what if a species of octopus ...
Where: Cost: Free
New Directions in Property TestingProperty testing algorithms seek to determine whether an unknown massive object has some particular property of interest, or is “far†from having the property, while inspecting only a tiny portion of the object. Recent years have witnessed significant progress on both classic property testing problems and the development of several ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Thursday, 07/11/24
Twists and Turns in Teaching Evolution - LivestreamMultiple controversies over the teaching of evolution in public schools have rocked the nation over the past century. Evolution’s foes have consistently used the same arguments, but their ambitions have shifted: from outright banning the teaching of evolution to “balancing†it with a supposed alternative to blunting it through claims ...
Where: Cost: Free
After Dark: See for YourselfUpend your perception this Thursday night at After Dark! Shoes become faces, cardboard whispers, and LEGO - pieces are the stuff of legends in our special exhibition ExtraOrdinary!. Bring your friends to decipher the secret behind Building Blocks and make new ones at Bamboo Weaving Star. Plus, hands-on workshops where ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19.95 General, Free for members
Making Cancer Non-lethal in Our LifetimeWhat will it take to make cancer non-lethal in our lifetime? What advancements in medical research are underway to achieve this goal and what are we still working to discover about the "emperor of all maladies"? Joining us at Manny's to discuss his work in the field and goals for ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $15 General
NightLifeConGear up for the first ever NightLifeCon! Featuring all things anime, comics, and sci-fi.
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
Multimedia Forensics: Challenges and Opportunities in the Era of Large Models - LivestreamWith the implementation and wide application of related tools such as ChatGPT and Sora, people realized that seeing is indeed no longer believing. More recently, the emergence of diffusion models with powerful generation capabilities has driven this topic forward. Subsequently, as the powerful tools for deepfake generation, corresponding detection technologies ...
Nour Skaf is a Postdoctoral Researcher at University of California, Santa Cruz in the Astronomy & Astrophysics Department with a focus in instrumentation and data analysis for exoplanet direct imaging. She received her PhD in exoplanet science in 2023 from Observatoire de Paris. Her PhD research was a cooperative effort ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $29 General
Saturday, 07/13/24
BioBlitz at Coyote Creek Visitor CenterA BioBlitz is an event that focuses on finding and identifying as many species as possible in a specific area over a short period of time. At a BioBlitz, scientists, families, students, teachers, and other community members work together to get an overall count of the plants, animals, fungi, and ...
Human minds love to discover patterns, to find intuitive explanations, and, most of all, to be certain. Yet our world is complicated and filled with randomness. Statistical thinking provides us with practical tools for making sense of an uncertain world. It can lead us to make surprising conclusions from the ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Perils of Plastic Foodware and the Path to Healthier MaterialsCome join us for an eye-opening event with Sue Chiang! Learn about the dangers of plastics in our foodware and discover the journey towards healthier materials. Sue Chiang will share valuable insights and tips on how to make better choices for your health and the environment. Don't miss out on ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Twilight Tales at the RefugeJoin us on a summer evening at the refuge in Alviso to hear tales of rails, tales of tails, and tales of gold, silver, and … garbage. You’ll learn why the refuge was created and why it is so important to all of us. Then as the sun sets, you’ll ...
Where: AlvisoCost: 0
City Public Star PartyCome join the San Francisco Amateur Astronomers for free public stargazing of the Moon, planets, globular clusters and more!The event will take place in Tunnel Tops National Park, parking is located adjacent to Picnic Place (210 Lincoln Blvd for GPS) with the telescopes setup in the East Meadow.Dress warmly as conditions ...
Each year Lick Observatory brings world-renown musicians and astronomers to the summit of Mount Hamilton for a musical night to remember.The event activities include:ConcertAstronomy talk by world-renowned scientistsViewing through the historic 36-inch Great Lick Refractor telescopeViewing through the 40-inch Nickel Reflector telescopeAstronomy discussions with amateur astronomers and viewing through small ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $60 General, $99 Preferred, $129 Preferred+
Foothills Family Nature WalkEnvironmental Volunteers’ Family Nature Walks program is designed to help community members get to know our local open space areas. Small groups will be guided by a knowledgeable environmental educator during an exploration of a local open space. These small groups will be introduced to fun nature-based activities, and a ...
Where: Los AltosCost: Free
Sunday, 07/14/24
Volunteer Opportunity: Trail Maintenance Work Day at the EECHelp us with some trail maintenance around the Environmental Education Center! Activities may include weeding, litter pickup, or spreading gravel. All gloves and tools will be provided, so just make sure to dress comfortably and bring a can-do attitude. Please arrive promptly at 9:20am to allow time for check-in before ...
Where: AlvisoCost: Free
The Lawrence CarnivalStep right up to our pop-up boardwalk for a science carnival! Ooh and ahh as acrobats from Oakland’s own Les Aerielles soar through the air in a trapeze arts performance. Then, try your hand at a series of carnival games and win prizes. Finally, learn the science behind your favorite ...
It’s there for us year round, lighting our days and providing energy for our lives, so maybe it’s time to give it a closer look. Join SJAA for amazing and detailed views of the Sun, and be assured that we’ll be using special telescopes that will keep your eyeballs perfectly ...
Coral reefs are diverse, productive and valuable but highly threatened by global change stressors. My research group seeks creative ways to leverage microbial symbionts and trophic interactions to improve coral and reef health. This talk will describe these efforts and associated challenges, with a particular focus on the roles and ...
Alzheimer’s is a global health problem, with nearly 7 million people living with the disease in the United States alone. Tremendous gains have been made in the understanding of the science and basic biology underlying Alzheimer’s and other dementias. These advances are leading to great strides in strategies for prevention, ...
Program (the order of the speakers might change): Patricia Alessandrini (Stanford) on "Ada's Song: Artistic Research in Robotics from a (Cyber)Feminist Perspective" Alessandrini will speak about her work as a composer/sound artist, from the design of interfaces and instruments for inclusive performance to the development of the Piano ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Tuesday, 07/16/24
Enhancing In-Situ Denitrification - Batch and Column Tests to Pilot Barriers - LivestreamJoin us as Dick Raymond and Dr. Michael Lee speak on Enhancing In- Situ Denitrification. Nitrate levels in groundwater and surface water are elevated in many areas of the world because of anthropogenic sources of nitrogen to groundwater, notably discharge from septic systems and nitrogen-containing fertilizers from agriculture. Discharge of ...
Where: Cost: Free
Using Virtual Reality for Well-being, Social Connections, and Meaningful ExperiencesThis lecture delves into the past, present, and future of research on XR technology, which encompasses augmented, virtual, and mixed reality (AR, VR, and MR). We will cover what the technology is, how it works, and its various applications in education, socializing, healthcare, and beyond. We examine how various factors ...
The widespread adoption of large language models (LLMs) has sparked a revolution in the development of innovative solutions, with inference expected to account for 90% of the costs associated with LLM applications, compared to only 10% for training. This cost disparity, along with the environmental impact of inference and data ...
The afterglow of the Big Bang, known as the cosmic microwave background (CMB), is the oldest light in the Universe, emitted when the Universe was only 0.003% of its current age. This ancient light has traveled across space for nearly 14 billion years, carrying with it vital information about the ...
Wonderfest Science Envoys are early-career researchers with special communication skills and aspirations. Following short talks on provocative modern science topics, these three Science Envoys will answer questions with insight and enthusiasm:Stanford ecologist Chinmay Sonawane on How Scavenging Animals Protect Human Health - Wildlife is rapidly disappearing globally. But why should ...
Addiction and substance abuse are complex issues that sit at the intersection of psychology, policy, public safety, and public health. Cities across the US grapple with how to manage the need to treat those suffering while cutting off access to illegal and dangerous drugs. Writing good drug policy from the ...
Appendicularians are wondrous creatures found everywhere in the world’s oceans. They build complex houses they use as a safe home, as a filtration device to capture food, and as their marine Winnebago. Using these houses, the animals can remove tiniest particles down to the size of viruses from the water ...
Coral reefs are beautiful, valuable ecosystems that are being degraded by human activities. Microorganisms play key roles in coral health and disease. This talk shows how predators spread key coral microorganisms and explores how this might support reef resilience to warming seas.Speaker: Adrienne Correa is an associate professor in the ...
Where: Bodega BayCost: Free
Nerd Nite SF #144: Virtual Sex, Psychedelic Drugs, and the Philosophy of War It’s Hot Nerd Summer and we’re playing the hits! We’re bringing the traditional trifecta of “sex, drugs, and rock n’ roll†into the modern age with sexuality in video games, re-matriation of psychedelics, and the real life inspiration behind the darkly comedic film “The Men Who Stare at Goats.†It’s ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $10 Advance, $15 at door
One of the things we love most about birds is their wild array of plumage colors and patterns. Where does all that color come from? In this presentation, you’ll learn how pigments and microscopic structures in feathers create the kaleidoscope of beauty we find in the avian world. We’ll cover ...
Where: Cost: Free
Thursday, 07/18/24
Coastal Walk at Pillar Point BluffJoin Peninsula Open Space Trust for a beautiful walk at Pillar Point Bluff just north of Half Moon Bay! You will be guided by POST ambassadors who will share details about the area’s interesting natural history, from the coastal scrub habitat to the Fitzgerald Marine Preserve which hosts tide pools ...
Where: Moss BeachCost: Free
SETI Live: Accidental Astronomy: How Random Discoveries Shape the Science of Space - LivestreamScientific discovery relies on luck sometimes, and nowhere is that more true than in astronomy. Supernova aren't predictable. New comets are discovered every month. Asteroids enter our atmosphere shortly after being found. So many of these discoveries rely on being or looking in the right place at the right time. ...
Where: Cost: Free
Lunch Break Science - LivestreamLunch Break Science is a dynamic live web series featuring fascinating short talks, engaging interviews, and lively Q&A with Leakey Foundation scientists. Each episode digs deeper into the latest human origins discoveries, with topics like Neanderthals, chimpanzee behavior, and more! Even better, you can interact with researchers during the show ...
Where: Cost: Free
Can small be the next big thing? Plasma Accelerator R&D at DESY In laser- or particle beam-powered plasma-based accelerators, electrons surf on waves and can reach multi-GeV energy levels in a few 10’s of cm. If one relies on conventional methods, this would require machines that are multiple football fields long. Although many challenges remain, this new technology is at the brink ...
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
Lessons from Texas, COVID-19, and the 737 Max: Effeciency vs ResilianceIn both computer science and economics, efficiency is a cherished property. The field of algorithms is almost solely focused on their efficiency. The goal of AI research is to increase efficiency by reducing human labor. In economics, the main advantage of the free market is that it promises “economic efficiency.†...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
History on Tap: Stories of Point PinosPoint Pinos is one of the most popular attractions in Pacific Grove, and like many local institutions, has a long and storied history to go along with it. While the rocky coast and rolling sand dunes at the southern entrance to Monterey Bay has long enchanted locals and visitors, the ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: $20 General, $15 Members, Free for Students
After Dark: ExtraOrdinaryStep into the world of ExtraOrdinary! and let the stunning artworks transform you! Discover what happens when artists assemble objects not ordinarily used in art: shoes become faces, saxophones take flight, and cardboard whispers. And don’t miss Crochet Jam with local artist Ramekon O’Arwisters and a talk about Recology’s Artist ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19.95 General, Free for members
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 60,000 live animals (including familiar faces like Claude, our alligator with albinism), the night is sure to be wild.Step inside the iconic ...
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 ...
Where: Cost: Free
Friday, 07/19/24
Sunset Walk at Bair IslandJoin Peninsula Open Space Trust for a walking tour at the Bair Island Unit of the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge! You’ll be guided by POST ambassadors who will share the history of this beautiful protected space, information about the species that live there, and what you ...
The first ever Global Skeptics in the Pub will be held on July 19Global Skeptics in the Pub will begin at 7pm local time in New Zealand on Friday, July 19, will go around the world, and end at 9pm local time in Hawai’i (24 hours later on the same calendar day)Note ...
Where: Cost: FREE
Saturday, 07/20/24
ExtraOrdinary! FestivalCome enjoy the summer’s most imaginative and playful exhibition! Immerse yourself in ExtraOrdinary! and the stunning artworks made from everyday objects. Don't forget to bring out your inner artist-scientist with our fun programs for all ages: tinker with cardboard and add to a collective creation, join a crochet jam, get ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Plastic Free Recycling Center Tour - FULLJoin us for a free Berkeley Recycling Tour this Plastic Free July and dive deeper into the world of recycling. Discover how recyclables are prepared for markets, learn about source separation, and explore waste sorting processes. Plus, at the end of the tour, you’ll receive plastic-free giveaways.RSVP at weblink
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Stewardship Saturday: Experiencing Fish Kitchenoin us for an extra Stewardship Saturday in the month of July! During this exclusive behind-the-scenes opportunity you will have the chance to support our hard-working volunteer crews during our peak patient season. Our patients are consuming up to 1,000 pounds of fish per day during this time of the ...
Our age will be defined by the climate emergency. But contrary to the doomist narrative that’s taken hold, the world has already begun deploying the solutions needed to deal with it.On a journey across five continents, Climate Capitalism tracks the unlikely heroes driving the fight against climate change. From the ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $15 General, $46.45 with book
We live in two worlds: the outer world, where we exist, interact with others, and deal witheveryday life, and the inner world, where we dream, think, and imagine. Our mental imageryconnects these worlds, and how we connect them shapes our reality. The way we see the worldgoverns this connection. Viewing ...
The first ever Global Skeptics in the Pub starts July 19 and ends on July 20 (local time)Global Skeptics in the Pub will begin at 7pm local time in New Zealand on Friday, July 19, will go around the world, and end at 9pm local time in Hawai’i (24 hours later on the ...
The SkeptiCal Conference brings stimulating and entertaining speakers to a world-wide audience of science fans, critical thinkers, and, in the words of Carl Sagan, questioners of “extraordinary claimsâ€. Join us for two engaging days of speakers, interviews, and discussions. And test your wits on a round of SkeptiCal trivia, and ...
Where: Cost: $20 to $30
Sunday, 07/21/24
ExtraOrdinary! FestivalCome enjoy the summer’s most imaginative and playful exhibition! Immerse yourself in ExtraOrdinary! and the stunning artworks made from everyday objects. Don't forget to bring out your inner artist-scientist with our fun programs for all ages: tinker with cardboard and add to a collective creation, join a crochet jam, get ...
The SkeptiCal Conference brings stimulating and entertaining speakers to a world-wide audience of science fans, critical thinkers, and, in the words of Carl Sagan, questioners of “extraordinary claimsâ€. Join us for two engaging days of speakers, interviews, and discussions. And test your wits on a round of SkeptiCal trivia, and ...
Where: Cost: $20 to $30
Monday, 07/22/24
What Does Machine Learning Have to Offer Mathematics?The interaction of machine learning with math has attracted a lot of attention, because mathematics is in some respects a closed world with well-defined rules (like chess, and unlike poetry-writing) but also a domain where success is ultimately judged by human assessments of ingenuity and importance, not rigid criteria (like ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Tuesday, 07/23/24
Predicting the President: Origins of Computer ForecastingEvery election night, millions of Americans hit refresh on their browsers and social media and tune into the news for the latest predictions on who’s going to win.But what’s the technology that makes these predictions possible? Join CHM for a riveting story at the intersection of technology and democracy as ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
Whale Conservation in San Francisco Bay and Beyond - LivestreamDive into whale conservation in San Francisco Bay and beyond! Join Kathi George, The Marine Mammal Center’s Director of Cetacean Conservation Biology who will lead us on an exploration of cetacean research initiatives at The Marine Mammal Center including maritime collaborations that reduce the risk of entanglement and vessel strike ...
Where: Cost: $10 suggested donation
Stargazing and Beyond: A Global Network of Citizen AstronomersAstronomy is a science that inspires everyone, which makes it a great tool for expanding scientific literacy. It also has a uniquely powerful ability to make us aware of Earth’s value and fragility. And by inspiring people to engage in citizen science, astronomy fosters not only scientific research but also ...
The electrical conductivity of crustal and mantle rocks is a transport property determined, in most cases, by the minor fractions of material contained in pore space between nonconducting mineral grains. Thus conductivity can be used to estimate porosity, tell freshwater from saltwater, oil from water, melt from solid rock, and ...
Join SF Bay ACM Chapter for an insightful discussion on LLMs and GPT systems has amazed everyone with excellent results for question and answering problems being able to pass exams and tests with ease. However we don’t see these systems being conscious and we don’t see them having emotions. This ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
Thursday, 07/25/24
After Dark: Growing GreenDig into new ideas about agriculture and food, and discover how we can contribute to a more sustainable future through renewable and natural resources. Don’t miss Open Question, our brand-new conversation series, where you’ll learn about eco-friendly food systems from leading experts. And hear from Florencia Pech-Cárdenas, our 2024 Osher ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19.95 General, Free for members
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 60,000 live animals (including familiar faces like Claude, our alligator with albinism), the night is sure to be wild.Step inside the iconic ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
Open Question: Bioeconomy - What do sustainable food systems look like?Building sustainable food systems is an urgent issue around the world. In 2021, the UN estimated that over one-third of available food goes uneaten through loss or waste worldwide - creating a burden on global economy and environment. Join us to learn about the future of renewable food systems, and ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19.95 General, Free for members
Friday, 07/26/24
Women in Batteries ConferenceGet ready to be inspired at the Women in Batteries Conference, brought to you by Volta Foundation & Stanford StorageX Initiative. The Women in Batteries Conference is a pioneering event with a mission to celebrate and empower women in the battery industry.The Women in Batteries initiative by Volta Foundation kicked off with a captivating monthly interview ...
The event activities include:Astronomy talk by “star†scientistsViewing through the historic 36-inch Great Lick Refractor telescopeViewing through the 40-inch Nickel Reflector telescopeFascinating history talk about Lick ObservatoryAfter-hours gift shop accessAstronomy discussions with amateur astronomers and viewing through small telescopesNatalie Batalha has been a professor of astronomy and astrophysics at UC ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $29 General
Saturday, 07/27/24
Stewardship Saturday: Planting Trees to Restore San Francisco and the OceanThis free program for high school students features rotating themes exploring the science of the Center.Join Friends of the Urban Forest and The Marine Mammal Center as we work to support the environment in San Francisco by planting trees! Urban greening not only improves the health of the land and ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
BubblefestGet ready to be blown away at Bubblefest! Step into a world of wobbly wonders and popping surprises as bubble experts showcase the coolest tricks and mind-blowing science behind bubbles. From rainbow-colored bubbles to bubble art masterpieces, there’s something awe inspiring for everyone! Dive into the action with hands on ...
Where: OaklandCost: TBA
TechFest: Game PlayCHM’s all-day TechFest events offer special family-oriented experiences included in the price of Museum admission. We’ll be bringing you tech-themed demos, performances, hands-on activities, and more. Explore CHM exhibits, shop in the Museum store, enjoy a tasty treat from the Cloud Bistro, and have fun at Techfest!We're celebrating the world ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost:
Sunset Hike at Rancho Cañada del OroJoin Peninsula Open Space Trust for an excursion where you’ll explore the Mayfair Ranch - Longwall Canyon trails of Rancho Cañada del Oro! You will be guided by POST Ambassadors who will share with you the history of the preserve, the region, and the importance of conservation in the area.The ...
We, and all living things, are more than inhabitants of Earth - we are Earth! Life and its environment have coevolved for billions of years, transforming a lump of orbiting rock into a cosmic oasis that supports and is shaped by life.. . .Join acclaimed science writer Ferris Jabr as ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22 General, $12 Members in person $10/Free online
Each year Lick Observatory brings world-renown musicians and astronomers to the summit of Mount Hamilton for a musical night to remember.The event activities include:ConcertAstronomy talk by world-renowned scientistsViewing through the historic 36-inch Great Lick Refractor telescopeViewing through the 40-inch Nickel Reflector telescopeAstronomy discussions with amateur astronomers and viewing through small ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $60 General, $99 Preferred, $129 Preferred+
Starry Nights Star PartyThe San Jose Astronomical Association (SJAA), working with the Santa Clara County Open Space Authority (OSA), is glad to co-host a public star party at Rancho Canada del Oro (RCDO) Open Space Preserve. This site, just 30 minutes south of downtown San Jose, features dark skies. It's dark enough to ...
Where: Morgan HillCost: Free
Sunday, 07/28/24
Hike at Windy HillJoin POST on a guided hike on one of the first open spaces we protected as an organization! A POST Representative will share a few words about POST’s decades of conservation success before hiking groups leave to explore a strenuous but rewarding 7 mile hike with 1,500 feet of elevation ...
Where: Portola ValleyCost: Free
BubblefestGet ready to be blown away at Bubblefest! Step into a world of wobbly wonders and popping surprises as bubble experts showcase the coolest tricks and mind-blowing science behind bubbles. From rainbow-colored bubbles to bubble art masterpieces, there’s something awe inspiring for everyone! Dive into the action with hands on ...
The nearest black hole lurks 1,500 light-years from Earth (~ 10 quadrillion miles!), and it neither emits nor reflects light. How can we possibly detect - far less investigate - such wondrous holes in the fabric of spacetime? High-precision astrometry is the key: adaptive optics allow ground-based telescopes to see ...
I decided to save the world when I was very young. I’ve spent my career figuring out how to actually do that, and settled on being a science communicator. I will share my career journey in this seminar, focusing on key inflection points of my life and jobs, including how ...
Where: Cost: Free
Form Follows Data - LivestreamSpeaker: Adrien Segal, Artist, Oakland, CARegister at weblink to receive connection information
Join us for a fun and educational Plastic Free July Trivia Night at the Ecology Center Store and Resource Center! Test your knowledge of the harms of plastics & petrochemicals in a lively quiz night. Come with friends (teams are limited to 6 players) or make new ones while learning ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: $10-30
Thursday, 08/01/24
After Dark: See for YourselfThe Exploratorium is your playground after dark! Be a cloud puppeteer, meet gods and imaginary mythological creatures built from LEGO® pieces, weave with others on a giant loom, find patterns in miles of hanging yarn, watch shoes smile, and more at ExtraOrdinary!, our fanciful summer exhibition.
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19.95 General, Free for members
Radio Axion: Tuning in to the Dark Matter Airwaves We observe that 85% of the matter in the universe is in the form of invisible "dark matter" -- but we still do not know what this dark matter is. My favorite dark matter candidate is an "axion" - a hypothetical particle suggested by the problem of explaining the fundamental ...
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
Friday, 08/02/24
Vintage Computer FestivalA favorite among computer enthusiasts worldwide, VCF is a two-day event offering an extraordinary showcase of historical computers with insights into their preservation and presentation.From pristine original machines to unique modern hacks, there's something for everyone. Experience hands-on demos of historical systems from the 1960s through the 1990s, and try ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: $35 General, $27 Senior, $17.50 Member
First Friday Nights at CuriOdysseySwing into the weekend with live music, a food truck, animals and fun! On the first Friday of every month, from 5 PM until 8 PM, parents and kids celebrate together at CuriOdyssey.Dance to some of your favorite pop and rock hits, while enjoying animal presentations and science activities. Activities ...
Where: San MateoCost: $25.95 General, $21.95 Child & 62+, Members free
First Fridays are back at Chabot and we can’t wait to party with you! This month, join us under the moonlight for an exciting evening dedicated to our nearest celestial neighbor, the Moon. Explore the mysteries of the lunar surface as you immerse yourself in interactive exhibits and hands-on activities. ...
Where: OaklandCost: $10 Adult $5 Youth, Seniors, Students, Free member
Saturday, 08/03/24
Vintage Computer FestivalA favorite among computer enthusiasts worldwide, VCF is a two-day event offering an extraordinary showcase of historical computers with insights into their preservation and presentation.From pristine original machines to unique modern hacks, there's something for everyone. Experience hands-on demos of historical systems from the 1960s through the 1990s, and try ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: $35 General, $27 Senior, $17.50 Member
Have you ever wondered what's inside a scientific ocean buoy? Take a close look at the critters and seaweed that colonize the bottom of our NOAA data-collection buoy when we pull out of the water for its yearly servicing.On Bay Day, we'll provide microscopes, hand lenses, and activities that get ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Nike Missile Site Veteran Open HouseVeterans of the Nike program come to the site to share their stories with visitors and give guided tours of SF88 between the hours of 12pm - 3pm The SF-88 Nike Missile Site is the most fully restored Nike missile site in the country. During the tense years of the Cold War, from ...
Dr. Escandon will go through the origins, history and current state of affairs in gene therapy - emphasizing both the hope and the areas where great care and ethical concerns lie.Speaker: Rafael Escandon, consultantRegister at weblink to receive connection information
Where: Cost: Free
Sunday, 08/04/24
First Sundays at Oakland Museum of CaliforniaEvery first Sunday of the month, General Admission to the Oakland Museum of California's (OMCA) Galleries of California Art, History, and Natural Sciences is free and tickets to Special Exhibitions in our Great Hall are offered at a discounted price of $6!In between exploring the galleries, OMCA invites guests to ...
