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
SETI Live: A Cookbook of Life: How Chemistry Might Explain Life on Other Planets - LivestreamWhat if the origin of life isn’t a one-in-a-billion cosmic fluke, but something that happens whenever the conditions are just right?Join communications specialist Beth Johnson as we explore groundbreaking research from the University of Wisconsin - Madison, where scientists have identified over 270 self-replicating chemical reactions that may have sparked ...
Where: Cost: Free
NightLife: Jewish American Heritage CelebrationFor Jewish American Heritage Month, we invite you to share in the richness and diversity of Jewish culture, art, and stories in this celebration curated by Value Culture. Take in genre-crossing live performances showcasing the Jewish diaspora, ranging from a viral rap sensation to Yiddish music that pays homage to a ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
After Dark: Ride OnGet ready for a wheely fun time! Celebrate Bike to Wherever Day by riding over to the Exploratorium and learning about the science of bikes, fascinating historical bicycles, ways to get involved with your local bicycle groups, and more.Ages 18+
Come join us for our last general meeting of the season as we get ready to go morel hunting! We’ll also be celebrating Dr. Gordon Walker’s new book: Passport to Kingdom Fungi!Gordon is one of SOMA’s board members and our Scholarship Committee Chair, and he will present a fun and ...
Nest Building: Creating Lasting (Birding) Community - LivestreamChelsea Connorwill be sharing her thoughts and perspectives on “Nest Building”. No, not bird nests per say, but rather the spaces we build to create a lasting community with our fellow birders.Click here to watch the talk.
Where: Cost: Free
The 3M Model of False Belief - LivestreamFalse beliefs are rampant throughout our culture - and imminently consequential, influencing election outcomes and being used to justify any number of policy decisions. So why do so many people cling to such consequential beliefs, even when they’re demonstrably untrue? While many have cited everything from anti-intellectualism to mass delusion ...
Sequence to Solutions: Creating a Healthier WorldTwenty-five years ago, the Human Genome Project released the first draft of the human genome sequence, a moonshot accomplishment that UC Santa Cruz played a heroic role in getting over the finish line. It is also the anniversary of the UC Santa Cruz Genome Browser, one of the most widely ...
Where: Santa CruzCost: Free
Deflection of light near JupiterSpeaker: Dr. William (Bill) FisherAttend in person or online (see weblink to obtain connection information)
Where: LivermoreCost: Free
Saturday, 05/17/25
Stanford Health MattersWe look forward to welcoming you to Health Matters - the free annual community health event hosted by Stanford Medicine - where you can learn about the latest advances in medicine, health, and wellness. Join us on the medical school campus to hear about the latest research and practical tips ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
TinkerfestCelebrate the curious, creative and inventive spirit in all of us!Tinkerfest brings together makers, artists, and tinkerers to showcase their work while inviting attendees of all ages to join in DIY fun. During this two-day event, the entire Center will be filled with activities that highlight creativity and curiosity.
Super Scaly CrittersReptiles are some of the most unique animals in the world! Come learn about them and meet live animals that represent this scaly group. Meet local and exotic species that you will even get a chance to pet!A registered adult must accompany their child(ren) for this event.Register at weblinkAges 4 ...
Where: Los GatosCost: $25 per person
CuriOdyssey Weekend Workshop: Marine MarvelsDive into the fascinating world of marine animals and discover the amazing creatures that inhabit our oceans, from playful dolphins to mysterious deep-sea dwellers. Through fun activities and interactive lessons, you’ll learn about their habitats, behaviors, and the important roles they play in our ecosystem.Ages 5 to 10 years old
Where: San MateoCost: $45-$55
Wild & Scenic Film Festival 2025 - LivestreamJoin POST for an unforgettable evening at the 2025 Wild & Scenic Film Festival, where inspiring environmental films, live music, and a lively Community Fair come together for a night of fun and connection!This free event celebrates community, nature, and action! Explore 20+ community booths, connect with local organizations, and ...
Where: Cost: Free
Starry Nights Star PartyJoin the San Jose Astronomical Association (SJAA) and Santa Clara County Open Space Authority (OSA) for an unforgettable night of exploring the night sky. Our knowledgeable docents, members of SJAA, will be your guides to providing valuable insights into the wonders of our universe. The viewing site, Rancho Canada del ...
Join us for a talk about Venezuela - a country rich in history, natural resources, and cultural heritage. Doug Garcia will give us an overview of Venezuela’s geography and its place within South America, from which we will explore the nation’s past and present. Travel from pre-Columbian times and the ...
Where: Santa CruzCost: Free
TinkerfestCelebrate the curious, creative and inventive spirit in all of us!Tinkerfest brings together makers, artists, and tinkerers to showcase their work while inviting attendees of all ages to join in DIY fun. During this two-day event, the entire Center will be filled with activities that highlight creativity and curiosity.
EV Ride and Drive Charge up your weekend and experience electric vehicles (EVs). Take EVs for a spin at Baylands Park. Explore a lineup of various electric vehicles, learn from local EV owners and experts, and discover how to save on your next car purchase. Following your test drive, complete the post-survey and receive ...
Where: SunnyvaleCost: Free
A Climate Scientist’s Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided WorldDon’t miss this chance to hear from Katharine Hayhoe, a leading voice on climate change today. Called “one of the nation’s most effective communicators on climate change” by The New York Times and named one of Christianity Today’s "50 Women to Watch," Katharine brings clarity, compassion, and credibility to a ...
Where: PiedmontCost: $15
Monday, 05/19/25
CITRIS Tech for Social Good Project Showcase - LivestreamThe Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society (CITRIS) at UC Santa Cruz is hosting the 2024-25 Tech for Social Good Project Showcase, a virtual event that highlights student-led technology development projects focused on promoting social good. A Zoom link will be provided upon registration.This year’s showcase ...
Where: Cost: Free
Hope Versus Hype: Quantum, AI and the Path to Commercial Advantage - POSTPONEDThe promise of quantum is real, and we are beginning to see where this technology can have the greatest impact. Decades of quantum research and development point to one primary class of practical application for quantum computing next to cryptanalysis: the simulation of quantum systems, especially for chemistry and materials ...
Climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe will join Stanford Woods Institute Director Chris Field for a conversation on human and planetary health, her career as an atmospheric scientist, the importance of science communication, and why we should remain optimistic in the face of a changing climate.Katharine is an atmospheric scientist whose research ...
Achieving net zero emissions by midcentury in the US will require a daunting pace of clean and renewable energy deployment, accelerating to 6-8 times the current rate of project development and amounting to land area requirements equivalent to that of California for just onshore wind and solar development alone. Generation ...
Searching For Young Exoplanets to Understand Planet FormationSpeaker: Kendall Sullivan (UCSC)Kendall Sullivan is a postdoctoral researcher in Astronomy and Astrophysics at the University of California Santa Cruz.Exploring the mysteries of the insides of starsSpeaker: Loren Matilsky (UCSC)Loren Matilsky is a professional amateur theoretical astrophysicist. He really enjoys thinking about stuff ...
In a remarkable public lecture in 1920, Arthur Eddington speculated that fusion might become the ultimate long-term energy source. More than a century later, the world is approaching a milestone: generating electricity from fusion for the first time. The National Academies have recommended that “the Department of Energy and the ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Tuesday, 05/20/25
Bridging Geoscience and Data Science for Smart Mineral ExplorationClimate action goals, such as achieving net-zero emissions, heavily depend on scaling up renewable energy systems, which require a reliable supply of critical minerals and metals. Projected deficits of these resources underscore the urgent need to discover new, economically viable deposits. However, conventional practices of mineral exploration are slow, expensive, ...
Magnetized plasmas - both in nature and in the laboratory - frequently erupt in sudden, dramatic events that release large amounts of energy and disrupt confinement. This poses a serious challenge for magnetic fusion concepts, as gigajoules of energy can be unleashed in fractions of a millisecond, potentially damaging structural ...
Please join members of the Board, many of the scientists, and supporters of the SETI Institute at theThe 2025 Frank Drake Award Ceremonies (from 6:30 - 9:00 pm, with special guests and commentary for those joining us on line.)For those coming in person, your ticket includes a cocktail reception, a ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: $15 Virtual, $125 individual in person
Popping the Science Bubble: Two TalksT Cells: Tiny Heroes of ImmunitySpeaker: Esther Kim, UC BerkeleyLowering the Barrier: Speeding Up Chemical Reactions with CatalystsSpeaker: Jenna Manske, UC BerkeleyAttend in person or watch by clicking here.
Science is home to a million ideas. How do some of them, a few of them, end up leading to ways that help benefit our planet and human well being? In this talk, Dr. Steve Palumbi charts a path from ideas to their impact in two different projects from my ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: Free
HIV Prevention Revolution - Hype or Hope?UCSF Professor and HIV expert Dr. Diane Havlir will host a conversation with Dr. Susan Buchbinder and Dr. Hyman Scott on the latest developments in HIV prevention and how these are being affected by new US policies. San Francisco has led the world in research and implementation of HIV prevention ...
Zambia, a country in sub-tropical southeastern Africa, experiences a burst of fungal abundance during the rainy season when the ectomycorrhizal miombo forests fill with mushrooms. Zambia is a mycophilic culture, where mushrooms are loved and celebrated. The forests yield a variety of edible mushrooms such as chanterelles, Russulas, and Lactarius ...
Tucson’s local flavor of Astronomy on Tap, Space Drafts, is excited to present its 106th edition! This month, we’ll be joined by Steward postdoc Dr. Koushik Sen, who will be talking about eclipsing binary stars, and Steward graduate student Vikram Manikantan giving us the run down on black holes! Batman ...
Advanced Research on the Science You Learned in High School - LivestreamDo you remember sitting in your high school science class wondering “when will I ever use this?” Join us as our experts share how they use the basic scientific topics of photosynthesis, gravity, and cell division to uncover fascinating truths about the world we live in.Moderated byAlex Filippenko, Professor of ...
Where: Cost: Free
Artificial Intelligence: Reshaping Global WorkArtificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform the global workforce at an unprecedented rate and scale ??" reshaping industries, redefining skills, and creating new opportunities. What does empirical evidence say about how AI-driven progress is actually impacting a broad range of workers?Low- and middle-income countries face unique challenges as ...
Summer is here, the birds are nesting, but you’re anxious to be out in Nature, finding creatures. Dragonflies are the perfect solution! They are active in the warm summer sunshine and you have already developed the skills necessary for making identifications. Santa Clara County has 54 of California’s 114 species ...
Where: Cost: Free
Thursday, 05/22/25
PARC Forum online: AI’s impact on communities worldwide - LivestreamJoin us for the first PARC Forum online-only event. Award-winning journalist Karen Hao, author of Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman’s Open AI, and Karen Myers, vice president of SRI’s Information and Computing Sciences division and AI Center director will discuss the human dimensions of AI.Register at weblink to attend
Recent high-performance computing and machine learning approaches have improved our ability to detect earthquakes, but characterizing these earthquakes has proven to be more challenging. One desired characterization is determining earthquake focal mechanisms which inform us about fault structures, stress orientations, and rupture kinematics. However, these mechanisms typically can only be ...
The need to move the electric power supply from its dependence on fossil fuels is rapidly transforming the architecture of the electric power grid. As part of this transformation, power system flexibility has become a priority. Not meeting this need will increase rolling blackouts and hinder the integrations of renewable ...
On Exhibit in London and a New Station in Puerto Rico A major new exhibition at the Natural History Museum in South Kensington, Space: Could Life Exist Beyond Earth?, runs from May 17, 2025, to January 4, 2026, and will feature a complete LaserSETI instrument on display. The exhibit explores ...
During this Birdy Hour Sam will discuss why tropical ecosystems are so diverse and the role that mountains play in shaping patterns of tropical bird diversity. He will address possible reasons why bird species might join mixed-species foraging flocks, and talk about why these flocks are so interesting. Then he ...
Where: Cost: Free
kNightLife: Renaissance FaireRaise a goblet and don thy finest garb. A night of reverly and merriment awaits thee at the Academy. Gather yer crew and step back into ye olde good times with live performances, local artisans, and more. Costumes* are celebrated and highly encouraged!
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
After Dark: Make, Test, RepeatDiscover what goes into making an exhibit through the process of prototyping. Chat with our exhibit engineers and developers and learn how they iterate - make something, test it out, and repeat the process - to come up with fascinating new exhibits, and how this process applies to innovation in ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95, Free for members
Nerd Nite SF #151: Fad Diets, Jane Austen, and the Shell Space Band! We would to invite you to our humble venue the 22nd day of May for another rousting installation of Night for Nerds.During the night, we will be lulled by the tunes of our house band for the event, Shell Space, and the compositions of our dearest in-house record composer, Lady ...
Drops of Innovation - Bridging Physics to SustainabilityThis seminar explores groundbreaking advances at the intersection of interfacial physics and sustainability. Three revolutionary systems are unveiled: (1) Droplet mops that remove surface contaminants with 99.9% efficiency using raindrop-sized impacts, slashing water use by 90% for solar farm cleaning; (2) A self-sufficient air-to-fertilizer system combining fog harvesting and droplet-based ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
In Town Star PartyCome join San Jose Astronomical Association (SJAA) for an evening of stargazing.Event details:Events are held at the parking lot of our headquarters, Houge Park San Jose. The event duration is 2 hours. SJAA volunteers will share night sky views from their telescopes.Please refrain from bringing your own telescopes (Binoculars are ...
Where: San JoseCost: Free
Saturday, 05/24/25
Foothills Family Nature WalkJoin us at Foothills Nature Preserve for a family-friendly nature walk, guided by EV docents. Good for ages 6 and up; all children must be accompanied by an adult.Register here.
Where: Los AltosCost: Free
Sunday, 05/25/25
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
Tuesday, 05/27/25
A Power Supply to Remove Machine Learning Transients from the Grid - LivestreamThe rapid growth of AI is straining the existing power grid. In response to the challenges presented by AI, the Bits & Watts Initiative is launching a new flagship program on Sustainably Powering AI and recently selected six research projects to support with seed grants. In this webinar, Prof. Philip Levis will ...
Metazoans appear to have evolved and diversified during an ~200 million year window (around 800-600 mya) during the Neoproterozoic Era. At this time, much of the Earth system was in flux - it included 70 million years of the global Snowball Earth glaciations, a massive influx of sediment and nutrients, ...
In 1976 Kroger and Reich established the existence of a low-lying nuclear excited state in 229Th through the spectroscopy of ? rays emitted following the ? decay of 233U. The prospects of a laser-accessible nuclear transition touched off a flurry of proposals to utilize this apparently unique nuclear transition as ...
With numerous gray whale strandings in the news in recent weeks, it’s a good time to put them in the spotlight. Marine biologist Barbie Halaska will lead us on a celebration of their incredible natural history. She will draw from her deep experience in performing necropsies and share how they ...
Where: Cost: $10 donation suggested
Wonderfest Ask a Science Envoy: Smartphone Seismology & Histamine NeurologyWonderfest Science Envoys are early-career researchers with enhanced communication skills and aspirations. Following short talks on provocative modern science topics, these two Science Envoys will answer questions with insight and enthusiasm:UC Berkeley seismologist Savvas Marcou on Smartphones Map Ground Shaking in Our Neighborhoods - California is earthquake country. Everyone would love to know how much shaking ...
Trailblazing AI journalist Karen Hao comes all the way from Hong Kong to San Francisco to discuss the issues raised in her new book, Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman’s OpenAI. Hao tackles the hard-hitting questions many people are afraid to face about the disruptive power of ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $25 General in person, $10 online, member discount
Join Alicia John-Baptiste, San Francisco’s first Chief of Infrastructure, Climate, and Mobility, as she covers a range of topics from her strategic vision for SF's infrastructure to innovations in mobility and transportation to how she plans to tackle the city's ambitious climate goals and more. John-Baptiste is committed to shaping ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $8.24 (including ticket fee)
Choosing the Best Telescope: Panel of SFAA observers help navigate the myriad of optionsThere are many reasons to buy a telescope. Perhaps you want to get your kids interested in science. Or you may want to dabble in astrophotography. Or maybe you want to have a telescope placed prominently on your deck, so your guests will be impressed with your technical prowess. We are holding ...
Ten years ago the New Horizons spacecraft flew by the Pluto system and revealed an unexpectedly diverse range of landscapes on the dwarf planet and its largest moon Charon, implying complex geological histories for these distant worlds. Dr. White will lead a tour of their often bizarre terrains, some of ...
How can we synthesize complex molecules more efficiently? Biosynthesis is the study of how microbes and organisms make molecules, which can inspire new methods to access therapeutic compounds. In this seminar, we will discuss some of the strategies used to find the enzymatic machinery that perform interesting chemical transformations in ...
Where: Santa CruzCost:
Thursday, 05/29/25
Space in the Bay Area: Research, Technology and the Commercialization of SpaceThe Bay Area Science and Innovation Consortium (BASIC) and the Bay Area Council Economic Institute invite you to the release of their new report Space in the Bay Area: Research, Technology, and the Commercialization of Space. Globally recognized as a leader in technology and innovation, the region is less well known ...
The rapid ascent of OpenAI has been central in showcasing the disruptive power of artificial intelligence to the public. In this seminar, moderator Russ Altman and award-winning AI journalist Karen Hao will discuss her new book Empire of AI, explore the breakneck rise of OpenAI, and examine the industry’s broader ambitions. Join us ...
Speaker: Sonia Tikoo, Stanford UniversityAttend in person or online (See weblink)Room 350/372
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Ecology of Fire Fuels Management on Stanford Open Space - LivestreamIncreasingly, universities with undeveloped open space are taking on the responsibility of fire fuels management in order to reduce the risk of loss of life and property due to wildland fire. Biodiverse and functioning ecosystems are also valued by universities because they provide ecosystem services and are required for some ...
As climate risks intensify and urban populations grow, strengthening the resilience of electricity distribution networks in Sub-Saharan Africa is increasingly urgent. This talk presents insights from collaborative efforts to develop data-driven tools for monitoring and improving grid performance in Accra, Ghana. Drawing on a first-of-its-kind, high-resolution dataset on distribution-level outages ...
Why are Titan’s river deltas missing? Planetary scientist Beth Johnson chats with Brown University’s Sam Birch to explore a strange and unexpected mystery on Saturn’s largest moon. Using data from NASA’s Cassini mission and advanced computer modeling, Birch’s team reveals that Titan's shorelines defy Earth-like expectations. Despite Titan's known ...
Where: Cost: Free
From Conspiracy Theorist to Debunker - LivestreamBattling misinformation and pseudoscience in the modern information age is necessary (and sometimes thankless) work. The need for engaged, effective science communicators is greater than ever, especially in the online media spaces where conspiracy theories and pseudoscience thrive. Join us for a Skeptical Inquirer Presents livestream with Dan Wilson, the biologist ...
Successful transitions to net zero for China and India are critical if the world is to achieve the targets of the Paris Agreement. Their starting points - including the structure of their economies and institutions - are very different. Consequently, their approach to the governance of the transition will have ...
Where: Cost: Free
After Dark: TapestryCelebrate AAPI Heritage Month and QTAPI (queer & trans Asian-Pacific Islanders) Week at After Dark! Dive into the rich history of fiber arts, and explore queer and trans AAPI perspectives both locally and globally. Enjoy a deluxe drag show featuring performers from the Bay Area’s most beloved API drag houses, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95
Climate action in San Francisco - Pollution, Policy, and People PowerJoin the San Francisco Environment Department for a lively panel discussion on climate action in San Francisco and beyond. 2024 was the hottest year on record, and climate-changing emissions are rising. But San Francisco has a track record of leadership, having cut its emissions almost in half since 1990.In 2025, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
NightLifeWhen the lights dim, the museum comes alive at NightLife. With live DJs, hand-crafted drinks, glowing lights, and 60,000 live animals (including familiar faces like Claude, our alligator with albinism), the night is sure to be wild.Plus, you can:Explore our two newest exhibits, Dino Days and Unseen Oceans: Roam among ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
Friday, 05/30/25
Morning Hike at Bear Creek RedwoodsJoin us for this beautiful hike! A POST volunteer will share a few words about POST’s decades of conservation success before the hiking group explores a strenuous but mostly shaded 5.4 mile hike with ~900 feet of elevation gain.In one of the county’s best preserved, second-growth coastal redwood forests, we’ll ...
Grass Identification and Appreciation WalkThis hike will be led by Michelle Cooper, Modini preserve manager and resident biologist from our stewardship team. We will look at native and non-native species, discuss identifying characteristics and look for shifts in community richness and composition at various locations. This is a great opportunity to learn a little ...
Where: Glen EllenCost: Free
Science Saturday: Native PlantsThis event will delve into the rich diversity and significant ecological importance of California's native flora. Engage in a variety of activities, from games, talks, to scavenger hunts. You will discover how these remarkable plants support local wildlife, contribute to the overall health of ecosystems, and enhance the beauty of ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: Free
Plant ID at SanbornJoin YSI as we walk through the Sanborn trails, look for various plants, and learn how to identify them! Are they native? Medicinal? Edible? Poisonous? Join us to find out!A registered adult must accompany their child(ren) for this event.Register at weblinkAges 7 - 12
Where: SaratogaCost: Free
Stewardship Saturday: Experiencing Fish KitchenThis free program for high school students features rotating events along our 600-mile range exploring various realms of conservation.Join us for an extra Stewardship Saturday in the month of May! During this exclusive behind-the-scenes opportunity you will have the chance to support our hard-working volunteer crews during our pup season. ...
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Sunday, 06/01/25
InsectPalooza - The Art and Magical Science of ArthropodsJoin us for this free family-friendly event to get up close and hands-on with live animals from SaveNature.Org’s Insect Discovery Lab!You will be able to:MEET INSECTS & ARTHROPODSMeet a variety of arthropods from around the world, like the Australian Walking Stick, the Giant African Millipede, Eastern Lubber Grasshopper, and many ...
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 ...
Switching from fossil and nuclear power to cheaper solar and windpower can double or triple primary energy efficiency. Most analysts think another doubling is available in further conversion to delivered global energy services. But "integrative design" can raise that twofold to fivefold by optimizing buildings, vehicles, and factories as whole ...
The overwhelming majority of matter in our Universe is believed to be an unknown new ‘dark’ particle that exists outside the standard model of physics and does not interact with light. An important goal of modern physics is to understand what this particle is. Dr. Nierenberg will provide an overview ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $15 General, $12 Members & Seniors
At the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), the coming decade will see discovery potential determined not only by luminosity but by the intelligence embedded inside the detector itself. In the absence of any clear signs for physics beyond the standard model, two options remain: either new physics is beyond the reach ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Energy Transition Leadership Seminar: Halliburton CEO, Jeff MillerStanford Energy welcomes Jeff Miller, Chairman of the Board of Directors, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Halliburton. Focusing on the challenges of energy transition and the pathway forward to meeting those challenges simultaneously, this session discusses the role of oil and gas in an evolving energy mix and how the core ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Muscle, The Stuff that Moves Us and Why It MattersJoin us for an intriguing look at muscle power - and the surprising ways muscle can reveal what we’re capable of.Bonnie Tsui, author of On Muscle, will be joined by filmmaker Paige Bethmann and the subject of Bethmann’s documentary, Ku Stevens. Her film, Remaining Native, tells the story of 17-year-old ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22 General, discount for members
Good Grief: The 10 Steps - Film Screening and Climate Anxiety WorkshopThe Climate One radio show and podcast explores the many dimensions of the climate crisis. But sometimes the most meaningful conversations happen when the microphones are off - when we gather to reflect and connect in a room together. For this special in-person event, we’re doing things a little differently. ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $20 General, $10 Members
The State of…Sex - Conversations on Connection, Kink, and HealingWhat's happening in the evolving landscape of sex in America? Explore topics from shifting intimacy trends and the intersection of kink and trauma to actionable strategies for more fulfilling sensuality and sexual experiences. Midori, founder of ForteFemme and author of The Seductive Art of Japanese Rope Bondage, and David F. ...
The EARNEST Consortium, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), is dedicated to identifying and advancing solutions for the future of the U.S. electricity system. As part of its public engagement, EARNEST is launching its first webinar series, focused on “U.S. Grid Reliability and Resilience.”This third session will feature ...
Changes in terrestrial water storage (TWS) are a critical indicator of freshwater availability. We use NASA GRACE/GRACE-FO data to show that the continents have undergone unprecedented TWS loss since 2002. Areas experiencing drying increased by twice the size of California annually, creating ‘mega-drying’ regions across the northern hemisphere. While most ...
Maryam Khanbaghi is the director of Power Systems and Sustainable Energy Program and associate professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer EngineeringEditor's Note: This speaker has been rescheduled for May 22, 2025
Join planetary scientist Beth Johnson as we explore a groundbreaking discovery from NASA's Curiosity rover on Mars. Scientists have identified siderite??"a rare iron carbonate mineral??"within ancient Martian rocks, offering new insights into Mars' once-thicker atmosphere and its now-lost carbon cycle. This discovery reshapes our understanding of the Red Planet's climate ...
Where: Cost: Free
After Dark: #FAILWhat do scientists and artists have in common? Countless fails! In fact, having things go wrong is a normal and essential part of the creative and scientific process. Join us at After Dark to embrace, normalize, and celebrate failure, and find out how mistakes can lead to surprising discoveries and ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95
NightLife: InkedIt's our third annual celebration of ink! Explore the wonders of ink, from cephalopods to live tattoos - yes, the real kind.
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
Friday, 06/06/25
Hike at Calero County ParkJoin Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) at Calero County Park, one of the region’s most beautiful oak woodlands just south of San Jose on the westside of Santa Clara Valley. You will be led by POST ambassadors who will share about the natural history of the area and about POST’s ...
First Friday at CuriodysseySwing into the weekend with music, food trucks, animals, and fun! On the first Friday of every month, from 5 pm until 8 pm, parents and kids celebrate together at CuriOdyssey.Enjoying animal presentation, science activities, and dance to some of your favorite hits.
Where: San MateoCost: $27.95 General, $23.95 Senior, Student, Child
Sound Memories: A Global Dialogue on Preserving Memory Through SoundSwissnex in San Francisco, together with Swissnex in China and the Museum für Gestaltung Zürich present "Sound Memories" a hybrid event exploring how technology can preserve and revive sound-related objects through audio visualization and design. This event is part of a global initiative.This artist talk will shed light on new ...
Where: San FranciscoCost:
First Friday: PrideKick off Pride Month with the whole family with an out-of-this-world celebration of science, creativity, and community! Explore hands-on science demos that will ignite your curiosity, get creative with themed crafts, and groove to live music that will have everyone on their feet. Gather with the community in this colorful ...
Where: OaklandCost: $10 General, $5 Kids & Seniors
Saturday, 06/07/25
First Saturday: Free Tour of the Santa Cruz ArboretumAround the World in 60-90 Minutes!On the first Saturday of each month, the Arboretum offers a docent or staff-led tour of the Arboretum.Sometimes you will see New Zealand, South Africa, California, and Australia. Sometimes you might see combinations of several gardens or the developing World Conifer Collection or Rare Fruit ...
Where: Santa CruzCost: Free with admission, and for members
Deliciously Smart: Regenerative Eating with Delicious Future - POSTPONEDJoin The Lawrence for an engaging workshop in partnership with Delicious Future, a Bay Area-based organization dedicated to a positive future of food!If you’ve explored The Future of Food exhibit, you may be inspired to ask: what does this mean for me and my diet? In this session you’ll explore ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: $60
Twilight Tales at the RefugeJoin us for an 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 go ...
Where: AlvisoCost: Free
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 ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Sunday, 06/08/25
Growing Young Minds: National Children's DayOn National Children’s Day, join The Lawrence Hall of Science for a celebration of how curiosity and play shape learning. Discover playful activities with your kids that encourage joint exploration, decision-making, and attention in Curiosity Corner/Esquina Curiosa. Plus, Snoopy’s Home Ice’s very own Snoopy costume character, a master of imagination ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free with admission ($25)
Tuesday, 06/10/25
AI Decodes Ancient History - The Herculaneum ScrollsDiscover how cutting-edge AI technology is revolutionizing the study of ancient history. Join us for an illuminating discussion about the groundbreaking work that has helped decipher and translate fragile, burnt ancient Greek scrolls - texts once thought lost forever. Learn how advanced machine learning is unlocking secrets from the past ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
Skeptics on the PubEnjoy an evening of socializing and feasting with fellow Bay Area folk in an Irish Pub on the Peninsula.Please join us! This is a free event brought to you by Bay Area Skeptics. All are welcome.
Basic physics shapes the natural world. Through evolution, creatures have figured out how to use the laws of physics to make biology flourish. Flamingos generate water vortices to trap food. Various birds and fish use vortex shedding and fluid turbulence to control movement. For small animals, electrostatic forces and/or capillary ...
Our FREE Astronomy on Tap events feature accessible, engaging science presentations on topics ranging from planets to black holes to the beginning of the Universe. There is always lots of time to ask questions and interact with the presenters and other scientists who inevitably stick around for the beer.This month, ...
Where: OaklandCost: Free
Conservation RanchingA huge portion of our country is held in private hands, and developing ways to incentivize those property owners to steward the land on behalf of birds and wildlife is a logical effort. And the majority of grassland birds - whose populations have declined by more than 50 percent in ...
The atmosphere plays a fundamental role in the transport of bio-aerosols across the oceans, and yet it is understudied as a microbial habitat and ecological vector. Specifically, little is known about the environmental and biological factors that govern bacterial viability (survival) during transport and once deposited in the surface oceans. ...
Where: Cost: Free
Butterfly Walk in the GardenJoin our butterfly docent specialist Sally Levinson and Andy Liu for a guided walk through the Garden in search of butterflies, as you learn about their plant relationships and amazing life cycle.Fee includes admission to the gardenRegister at weblink.
Peninsula Gem & Geology Society MeetingHybrid meeting featuring a presentation by Arizona mineral dealer Evan Jones, about his father, the late Bob Jones. Bob Jones's contribution to mineral field collecting and mineralogy was immense, including his monthly columns in the magazine Rock and Gem.
Where: Los AltosCost: Free
Thursday, 06/12/25
Webinar: An Updated Look at Utility Wildfire Risk and MitigationAs wildfires become an increasing threat across the United States, it's crucial for electric utilities to create plans to mitigate the risk of their infrastructure sparking disaster. Join us for our upcoming webinar featuring insights from Stanford researchers and industry experts. We'll be sharing new findings from their expanded survey ...
What Earth’s Technosphere RevealsWhat Will Earth Look Like in 1000 Years? Will humanity collapse, thrive, or colonize the stars - and could alien civilizations detect us?Join senior planetary astronomer Dr. Franck Marchis for a fascinating conversation with Dr. Jacob Haqq-Misra, astrobiologist and lead author of a groundbreaking study exploring 10 possible futures for Earth’s ...
Where: Cost: Free
Pseudoscience: An Amusing History of Crackpot Ideas and Why We Love ThemPseudoscience has been with us for a very long time and has taken many forms throughout the years, from the easily disproved to the wildly speculative, wishful thinking to straight-up hucksterism. Humanity’s fascination with pseudoscience is incredibly persistent and even today attracts passionate supporters to all kinds of nonsensical ideas. ...
Where: Cost: Free
After Dark: Adventures in AIOne of the summer’s most illuminating and entertaining exhibitions opens at After Dark! Leap into the wild new world of artificial intelligence withAdventures in AI, featuring surprising exhibits, playful art, and interactive programs. Understand how AI really works and explore its real-world science and research. Whether you’re an AI expert ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95
NightLifeWhen the lights dim, the museum comes alive at NightLife. With live DJs, hand-crafted drinks, glowing lights, and 60,000 live animals (including familiar faces like Claude, our alligator with albinism), the night is sure to be wild.Plus, you can:Explore our two newest exhibits, Dino Days and Unseen Oceans: Roam among ...
Marilyn Latta will share information about living shorelines efforts in San Francisco Bay, including design and monitoring data from the San Rafael Living Shorelines Project, a mix of oyster reefs and eelgrass bed plantings in a multi-objective and experimental living shorelines design. Marilyn will share updates on how this and ...
2025 is 100 years after the Scopes Monkey Trial in Dayton, Tennessee, and 20 years after the 2005 Kitzmiller v. Dover court case, in which I participated while working at the National Center for Science Education. The Kitzmiller case included extensive expert testimony on the science of evolution, and the ...
Leap into the wild new world of artificial intelligence with Adventures in AI! Whether you’re an AI expert or a total newcomer, this brand-new exhibition will have something for you to dive into, plus additional weekend programs for all-day fun. Join us for a clever reversal of the Turing Test, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Family Nature Adventures: Bird Watching - Discover Local Feathered Friends!Take flight into the fascinating world of birds! Learn how to identify local birds by their unique appearances and calls. Gain tips and tricks for becoming a skilled birdwatcher. Bring your own binoculars or use our child-sized pairs as you embark on a forest stroll, spotting and observing birds in ...
Where: OaklandCost: $25 General, $35 ages 3 - 8, $10 off members
