Dropped Prey of the Endangered California Least TernExplore the foraging habits of the California least tern in San Francisco Bay! This endangered seabird nests in Alameda during the summer, plucking fish from the upper waters of the Bay and bringing them back for their chicks to eat. Sometimes the terns drop the fish on the ground. Why ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Systemic Racism in Science CommunicationThe importance of increasing public understanding of scientific issues, like the environment and health, is rising, especially in our most vulnerable communities. As a result, scientists are learning the importance of making their work more accessible. But first, we must confront the inequities embedded within the systems that we exist ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
The Nuts and Bolts of Teaching Astronomy 2: StarsJoin the ASP's Brian Kruse, Director, Teacher Learning Center and Formal Education for a series of workshops on the Nuts and Bolts of teaching astronomy.In this two-hour workshop, join experienced teachers who have taught astronomy to cover the “nuts and bolts'' of stars, their classification and life cycle. Discover how ...
Salmon and trout (salmonids) are keystone species in the Pacific Northwest, but their populations are threatened by overfishing, habitat loss, and climate change. Accurate population monitoring is essential to understand and address these risks, yet current methods are manual and laborious. Counting by watching sonar imagery is widely trusted, which ...
Where: Cost: Free
Thursday, 07/10/25
Science-Self-Fandom: Promoting your work and your worthThe ability to highlight your professional strengths, promote your work, and identify and endorse your transferable skills does not come naturally for most of us. But self-advocacy is not self-indulgence - it's essential. This session empowers researchers to promote their work, highlight transferable skills, and share their story with confidence. ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
SETI Live: How Ceres Froze OverModeling the Ice-Rich Crust of an Evolving Dwarf Planet Join planetary scientist Beth Johnson and Dr. Ian Pamerleau, lead author of a groundbreaking new Nature Astronomy study, for a deep dive into the icy mysteries of Ceres - the largest object in the asteroid belt and the only dwarf planet to be ...
Where: Cost: Free
How the Pyramid Scheme Shaped America - LivestreamMultilevel marketing (MLM) is (by design) difficult for most people to understand. These programs offer a world of pink Cadillacs, white-columned mansions, tropical vacations, and - most precious of all - financial freedom. But overwhelming evidence suggests that most people lose money in multilevel marketing and that many MLM companies ...
Where: Cost: Free
NightLife: UpcycleTrash or treasure? Embrace the DIY spirit with repair stations, junk journaling, and creative reuse
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
After Dark: Unplug and PlayDance, play, and connect with friends. Explore our brand-new exhibition Adventures in AI while sipping a cocktail, enjoy our stunning Bayfront view from Pier 15, and find your community at the Bay Area’s beloved museum of science and creativity.
The list of individuals who have managed to escape the rabbit hole of conspiracism is short, but there is an even shorter list of individuals who have then gone on to become popular skeptical podcasters. Former conspiracy enthusiast Coleman Watts discusses why people fall for cults and cons, and how ...
Where: Cost: Free
Friday, 07/11/25
Broader Impacts 2.0 - Livestream“Broader impacts” describe the effects of research on society - the benefits beyond academia through avenues like public policy, the economy, science literacy, and community partnerships. This session, co-hosted with the Berkeley Research Development Office, demystifies NSF’s broader impacts criterion and offers concrete tools for designing, evaluating, and embedding meaningful ...
Where: Cost: Free
Exploring the Extreme Universe - SOLD OUTDr. Amy Furniss will discuss how we observe the most extreme photons in the Universe and what astrophysical objects create these photons. With her work on VERITAS, the Very Energetic Radiation Imaging Telescope Array System, she will provide a summary of how ground-based gamma-ray observatories work, how they work together ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $29 General + Fee
Saturday, 07/12/25
Family Nature Adventures: The Amazing World of Insects!Uncover the fascinating lives of nature’s insects and pollinators during this month’s adventure! Engage in exciting activities, experiments, and crafts to learn about the incredible characteristics of native insects and pollinators. Discover how these creatures play a vital role in populating your favorite flowers. Join a guided walk through the redwood forest ...
Where: OaklandCost: $25 General, $35 ages 3 - 8, $10 off members
Tule Boat WorkshopJoin Vincent Medina and Louis Trevino of the ‘ottoy Initiative for a hands-on workshop celebrating Ohlone cultural traditions and the waterways of the Bay. Learn how to craft a traditional tule boat, an essential watercraft of the Ohlone people, and test it in the pond in our Forces That Shape ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free with Admission
Performance: We Love the LightHave you ever wondered what's going on up there beyond the sky? Join artist and astrophysicist, Nia Imara, as she takes the audience on a breathtaking journey among the stars, planets and galaxies in a dynamic, multimedia show about our awe-inspiring universe and humanity's place in it. Full of spectacular ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Music of the Spheres - Creatures from Outer Space: 'Spider Pulsars'In the depths of space, strange stellar beasts lurk - spider pulsars, neutron stars spinning at incredible speeds, slowly erasing their nearby companions with highly energetic winds. What are these cosmic predators, and what secrets do they hold about the universe's most extreme environments?Performer: Adrea CastianoSpeaker: Jorge Cortes, UC Santa ...
Planets around other stars are not just the domain of science fiction anymore. Over the past 30 years astronomers have gone from no knowledge of planets around other stars to being able to say how common or rare they are (spoiler: they’re common). Are any of these planets habitable? Do ...
From our daily routines to seasonal changes, there are so many ways to experience our relationship with the Sun. For something upon which we rely so heavily, there are still quite a few mysteries that surround it! One of the biggest questions scientists have about the Sun seems so simple: ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $15 General, $12 Members/Seniors
Tuesday, 07/15/25
Stewardship Tuesday: Learning through PaddlingJoin the Marine Science Institute (MSI) and The Marine Mammal Center for a unique, hands-on adventure through our local wetland habitat! Paddle through the winding slough in a canoe as we discover the incredible wildlife that calls this ecosystem home. During this guided experience, you'll learn about the vital role ...
Research funded by the federal government has been crucial in many of the defining technologies of our time: the internet, A.I., crispr, Ozempic, and the mRNA vaccines first used widely in the COVID pandemic. Between 2010 and 2019, more than 350 drugs were approved in the United States, and virtually ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22 General, discounts for members, students free
Wednesday, 07/16/25
Ancient Skies, Modern Tools: Stellarium in the ClassroomJoin the ASP's Shanil Virani, Cosmic Engagement Specialist, for a 3-workshop Educator Series - Ancient Skies, Modern Tools: Stellarium in the ClassroomA three workshop series for astronomy educators to learn to use the free astronomy visualization software Stellarium in the classroom. Experienced educators from the ASP will showcase Stellarium’s applicability ...
Where: Cost: $120 for all 3 workshops
The Dirt on the City's Compost ProgramThe San Francisco Environment Department will teach participants about the City’s composting program and how your compostable materials (like food scraps, paper towels, yard debris, etc.,) reduce what is sent to the landfill and help create healthy soils that combat climate change. We’ll explore what happens to your compost after it’s collected, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Stewardship Wednesday: Experiencing Fish KitchenJoin us for an extra Stewardship Wednesday in the month of July! During this exclusive behind-the-scenes opportunity you will have the chance to support our hard-working volunteer crews. We will be preparing food for tour marine mammal patients and upkeeping kitchen sanitization tasks, allowing you a glimpse into what it ...
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Exploring the Gravitational Wave Universe: New Discoveries and the Future of LIGO AstronomyMeasuring gravitational waves is a revolutionary new way to do astronomy. They were predicted by Einstein but we did not have the technology to find them in his lifetime. In 2015, LIGO (the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory) first detected one of these waves - a tiny ripple in space itself, ...
TetraMem will introduce its multi-level RRAM cell for in-memory computing. The talk will explain how TetraMem uses Multi-level RRAM to accelerate neural network inference applications. The speaker will demonstrate how TetraMem leverages its unique technology and expertise to increase precision, accuracy and energy efficiency of AI applications, including our methods ...
Joseph Belli has hiked and explored the Diablo Range extensively since the 1970s. He holds a master of science in conservation biology and has worked as a wildlife biologist for the National Park Service. He has conducted surveys for the Bureau of Land Management and California State Parks, and has ...
This summer is heating up and we’ve got the hot HOT talks that you want to see! Join us to for a tour de force of trivia about the science of photography, the TRUTH about the Princess Bride, and new research about self-pleasure.“1,000 People Masturbated… for Science!”By: Danielle BezalelIn a ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $15 (See weblink)
Thursday, 07/17/25
Agentic AI Themed International Conference on Applied Data Science (ICADS) 2025 - LivestreamJoin us for the Fourth International Conference on Applied Data Science (ICADS 2025), organized by the IEEE Computer Society of Santa Clara Valley. This virtual event brings together global innovators in data science to share cutting-edge research and practical applications.With keynote sessions, interactive workshops, and panel discussions covering topics related ...
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 ...
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 fifth session will ...
Where: Cost: Free
The Dirt on the City's Compost ProgramThe San Francisco Environment Department will teach participants about the City’s composting program and how your compostable materials (like food scraps, paper towels, yard debris, etc.,) reduce what is sent to the landfill and help create healthy soils that combat climate change. We’ll explore what happens to your compost after it’s collected, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Raising AI: An Essential Guide to Its UseIn a world in which artificial intelligence will change everything, we need a leader to illuminate the impact of “the automation of thought” on our way of life. How is the widespread use of AI impacting our world, our minds, and our future - not just as a technical innovation ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22 General, discounts for members
After Dark: Exploring AIExplore AI through a new lens with Adventures in AI! Our summer exhibition allows you to play, learn, interact, and get curious about artificial intelligence. Join us at After Dark to immerse yourself in this brand-new exhibition and dive into how AI can influence - and enhance - human creativity. ...
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 ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
Friday, 07/18/25
Astronomy and the Billionaire Space RaceIn February 2024, hundreds of pounds of potentially lethal debris from a SpaceX Crew Dragon trunk from a private astronaut mission fell on farmland near Regina, Saskatchewan. Dr. Samantha Lawler of the University of Regina has been studying the degradation of the night sky due to thousands of new commercial ...
Where: LivermoreCost: 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, 07/19/25
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, find something awe-inspiring for everyone! Dive into the action with hands-on bubble experiments, ...
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 at weblink. Limited space
Where: Los AltosCost: Free
The Marine Mammal Center's 50th Anniversary Celebration, Northern RangeMingle with The Marine Mammal Center’s leadership and experts as well as like-minded ocean heroes. Buy your 50th swag at our retail stand. Watch our short celebratory 50th Anniversary reel, engage with our education tables and more! Food and drinks will be available for purchase.This event is free and open ...
Where: SebastopolCost: Free
Who Shapes the AI Story? How Californians Feel About AIWho shapes the story of the technology transforming our lives?The public conversation about the future of AI has been dominated by two opposing views: those who believe AI will destroy humanity and those who believe it will usher in a new golden age of prosperity and human flourishing. The fervor ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: 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 ...
Where: Morgan HillCost: Free
Sunday, 07/20/25
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, find something awe-inspiring for everyone! Dive into the action with hands-on bubble experiments, ...
Trapeze ArtsJoin us for our annual trapeze arts shows from returning favorites Les Aerielles and for one of our signature Five Dollar Days! Ooh and ahh as acrobats soar through the air and celebrate the human body and what it can do when put to music.Trapeze shows at 12:00 noon, 1:00, ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free with Admission ($5)
Monday, 07/21/25
Unrecyclable by Design: The Problem with Flexible & Film Plastic Packaging - LivestreamA webinar on the implications of flexible and film plastic packaging recyclability on EPR for packaging and the global plastics treaty. Plastic film poses major challenges for recycling systems. Despite industry claims that the material is recyclable, real-world experience shows that flexible film is difficult and prohibitively costly to collect, ...
Where: Cost: Free
A Copilot for Social PromotionThe Social Promotion Copilot (SPC) is designed to autonomously engage with users on social platforms, leveraging advanced NLP and action-oriented automation. This chapter delves into its architectural foundation, focusing on the integration of Theory of Mind to enhance SPC’s ability to interpret user emotions, predict reactions, and tailor responses dynamically. ...
Decarbonizing Affordable Housing: Policy, Practice, and Financing Pathways - LivestreamAcross the United States, efforts to decarbonize and increase the climate resilience of subsidized housing - such as properties funded through the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) - are seen as critical to promoting climate, health, and equity goals.Yet these buildings face unique challenges: limited operating margins, complex financing structures, ...
Where: Cost: Free
Lucy Mission: An Asteroid Investigation - LivestreamJoin the NASA Night Sky Network along with Alena Gavrilenko where we’ll discuss NASA’s Lucy mission, an epic 12-year journey to explore 11 asteroids, including Jupiter’s Trojans.The Lucy mission represents a groundbreaking journey into our Solar System, set to explore the enigmatic Trojan Asteroids, remnants from the early formation of ...
Where: Cost: Free
Wednesday, 07/23/25
The Dirt on the City's Compost ProgramThe San Francisco Environment Department will teach participants about the City’s composting program and how your compostable materials (like food scraps, paper towels, yard debris, etc.,) reduce what is sent to the landfill and help create healthy soils that combat climate change. We’ll explore what happens to your compost after it’s collected, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Thursday, 07/24/25
The Ghost Lab: How Bigfoot Hunters, Mediums, and Alien Enthusiasts Are Wrecking Science - LivestreamIt’s hard to deny the growing cultural rift between traditional institutions and a rapidly expanding landscape of paranormal belief. In his latest book, The Ghost Lab: How Bigfoot Hunters, Mediums, and Alien Enthusiasts Are Wrecking Science, Matthew Hongoltz-Hetling examines how widespread distrust in science, government, and media has fueled a ...
Where: Cost: Free
After Dark: Natural IntelligenceWith the pervasiveness of AI, the word intelligence is suddenly everywhere. But what really defines intelligence? Think, feel, and sense outside the box this Thursday night, and consider different ways to understand the world, from the humanities and the arts, to nature and Indigenous ways of knowing. How can we ...
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 ...
Learn about the biology of these charismatic birds, the largest North American shorebird: their habitats, nesting requirements and migratory journey. Learn how satellite technology is uncovering some of their mysteries and is connecting communities from the mountains of Idaho to coastal California.Speaker: Heather Hays, Intermountain Bird ObservatorySee weblink for connection ...
Where: Cost: Free
Friday, 07/25/25
Galaxies in Motion - SOLD OUTAlthough it may be counterintuitive, our Universe is an incredibly dynamic place, ever in motion and ever changing. In fact, the study of how objects move is a key part of how astronomers build an understanding of their nature. However, the timescales involved in these motions are typically very long, ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $29 General + Fee
Saturday, 07/26/25
Shark Kingdom Live! IMAX + Q&A at The Tech InteractiveCalling all shark fans! Experience the new The Tech Interactive in Downtown San Jose. You’ll come face-to-fin with great whites, whale sharks, and other ocean giants in jaw-dropping detail, in the safest way possible.But the adventure doesn’t end when the credits roll. Stick around for an exclusive live Q&A with ...
Where: San JoseCost: $45 general, $35 Sr., student, child, $10 members
Healthy HomesIn this workshop, led by the San Francisco Environment Department, you’ll learn how to make non-toxic cleaners, identify harmful ingredients in store-bought products and discover safer alternatives. Plus, learn about effective non-toxic pest control methods and how to safely dispose of hazardous household products through local collection programs. Depending on ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Climate talks: Reuse revolution part twoJoin for part two of Climate Talks: Reuse Revolution, a discussion about tackling the plastic pollution crisis, featuring experts in reuse policy making. Whether or not you made it to part one, you’re welcome to jump in and be part of the conversation! Part two will explore how reuse is a powerful ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Wonderfest: Gravity as a Quantum ComputerBy allowing space and time to bend, Einstein’s theory of gravity, General Relativity, explains how apples fall, how planets move, how the universe expands, and how black holes form. Quantum Mechanics, on the other hand, describes subatomic physics - in a very different language that seems incompatible with General Relativity. ...
Where: NovatoCost: Free
Wednesday, 07/30/25
Ancient Skies, Modern Tools: Stellarium in the ClassroomJoin the ASP's Shanil Virani, Cosmic Engagement Specialist, for a 3-workshop Educator Series - Ancient Skies, Modern Tools: Stellarium in the ClassroomA three workshop series for astronomy educators to learn to use the free astronomy visualization software Stellarium in the classroom. Experienced educators from the ASP will showcase Stellarium’s applicability ...
Where: Cost: $120 for all 3 workshops
Space Week: Family Adventures in SpaceGet ready for a full day of epic space adventures! From astronaut training and rocket launches to rover building and habitat design, you’ll explore what it takes to live and work in space. Earn mission stamps as you complete challenges and fill your mission log to win stellar prizes!Designed for ...
As ocean temperatures rise, coral reefs face increasing threats, but not all corals respond the same way. Some show remarkable resistance to heat stress. In this talk, I share recent work identifying heat-tolerant coral colonies in Belize and discuss how these findings can inform the future of reef conservation and ...
Astronomy on Tap: Baton Rouge - LivestreamOur Cosmic Oasis and the Search for Life BeyondSpeaker: Dr. Carlos Gary-BicasHunting Ghost Particles Across the UniverseSpeaker: Dr. Hanyu WeiClick here to watch
During this birdy hour, Amy will explore a new perspective on bird ecology: the microbiome. She'll discuss what we currently know about the microbial communities that live in and on birds, and how these microbes may influence health and development. Focusing on our local population of California gulls, Amy will share ...
Where: Cost: Free
Thursday, 07/31/25
Space Week: Family Adventures in SpaceGet ready for a full day of epic space adventures! From astronaut training and rocket launches to rover building and habitat design, you’ll explore what it takes to live and work in space. Earn mission stamps as you complete challenges and fill your mission log to win stellar prizes!Designed for ...
Modern energy systems are increasingly interdependent, spanning electricity, fuels, industrial inputs, and emerging technologies. How can we build planning models that meaningfully account for this complexity? How do we ensure these tools remain tractable at scale while still capturing the spatial and temporal detail needed to evaluate weather-driven renewables, extreme ...
Where: Cost: Free
Math: The Universe's Code or Human Creation?Is mathematics a human invention, or is it woven into the fabric of reality? Join an engaging panel of physicists and mathematicians as they explore whether math is a universal truth waiting to be uncovered or a tool of human creativity. This fun and thought-provoking discussion, open to all curious ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Unveiling the Universe: Recording Your Journey Through AstrophotographyDo you want to learn how the amazing space images are made by the Hubble or James Webb Telescopes? Have you ever wanted to take photos of the Milky Way? Get your astrophotography questions answered by Chabot Staff and learn how to identify things in the night sky while learning ...
Where: OaklandCost: $85
After Dark: From the Ground UpDig into the science right beneath our feet! Even a handful of earth contains entire civilizations, from viruses and microbes to worms and plants. Get your hands (and minds) dirty at this After Dark and learn about soil science, seeds, all the life cultivated by the ground, and how soil ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95
NightLife Goes WestDenim, cowboy boots, and a mechanical bull. This ain't Texas - it's NightLife, with a whole lot of Western flair.
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
How we built the world's largest digital camera - RESCHEDULEDRegister to watch in person in the Kavli Auditorium, or watch the lecture live on our YouTube page. If you previously registered for this date, please re-register. See the weblink.The world’s biggest digital camera was built at SLAC, and shipped to the NSF-DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory in northern Chile last year. This ...
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
Friday, 08/01/25
Space Week: Family Adventures in SpaceGet ready for a full day of epic space adventures! From astronaut training and rocket launches to rover building and habitat design, you’ll explore what it takes to live and work in space. Earn mission stamps as you complete challenges and fill your mission log to win stellar prizes!Designed for ...
Where: OaklandCost: TBA
Vintage Computer FestivalCome and explore an extraordinary showcase of historical computers, from pristine originals to ingenious modern hacks. Computer enthusiasts around the world look forward to the annual Vintage Computer Festival.Experience hands-on demos of historical systems from the 1960s through the 1990s, learn preservation tips, and try out brands like Apple, Atari, ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: $40 General, $33 Senior/Student/Military/Teacher
First Friday Nights 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: See weblink
First Friday: CosmoConDesigned for families and adults. All ages and abilities welcome. Join fellow dreamers, visionaries, and cosmic creators as we step into a future where humanity thrives among the stars. Through storytelling and world-building, we’ll imagine and build the universe we want to live in. With a Costume Contest, Star Trek Improv Show, ...
Where: OaklandCost: $10 General, $5 kids/seniors, free for members
Saturday, 08/02/25
Space Week Festival: Day 1Designed for space enthusiasts, adults, and explorers ages 5 - 12 with an adult caregiver. All ages and abilities welcome. Meet an astronaut! Hold real rocket parts! Launch a satellite!This festival weekend is a chance to engage your curiosity, connect with Bay Area scientists, explore your place in the future of ...
Where: OaklandCost: $24 General, $19 Students/Seniors/Youth
Vintage Computer FestivalCome and explore an extraordinary showcase of historical computers, from pristine originals to ingenious modern hacks. Computer enthusiasts around the world look forward to the annual Vintage Computer Festival.Experience hands-on demos of historical systems from the 1960s through the 1990s, learn preservation tips, and try out brands like Apple, Atari, ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: $40 General, $33 Senior/Student/Military/Teacher
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
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, 08/03/25
Space Week Festival: Day 2Designed for space enthusiasts, adults, and explorers ages 5 - 12 with an adult caregiver. All ages and abilities welcome. Meet an astronaut! Hold real rocket parts! Launch a satellite!This festival weekend is a chance to engage your curiosity, connect with Bay Area scientists, explore your place in the future of ...
Where: OaklandCost: $24 General, $19 Students/Seniors/Youth
Tuesday, 08/05/25
Octopuses on Ecstasy and The Future of PsychedelicsJoin author Joe Dolce and neuroscientist Gül Dölen to discuss modern Psychedelics and how they can be used for new ways of healing.When the neuroscientist Gül Dölen gave octopuses ecstasy, these typically hostile animals did something extraordinary. They cuddled! Join author Joe Dolce and Dr. Dölen in conversation about that ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $12 General
Wednesday, 08/06/25
The Nuts and Bolts of Teaching Astronomy 4: Exploring the Solar System - LivestreamJoin the ASP's Brian Kruse, Director, Teacher Learning Center and Formal Education for a series of workshops on the Nuts and Bolts of teaching astronomy.In this two-hour workshop, join experienced teachers who have taught astronomy to cover the “nuts and bolts'' of solar system exploration. Rovers on Mars, spacecraft orbiting ...
An hour after sunset for two weeks after the full moon, shallow Caribbean waters light up for a short time with arguably the most complex luminescent communication displays known in marine habitats. These displays are created by tiny crustaceans known as ostracods, colloquially known as ‘sea fireflies’, although they exhibit ...
Probing Europa’s Atmosphere and Surface RemotelySpeaker: Michael Velez, Southwest Research InstituteGravitons on the Move: Rethinking Gravity, Relativity, and Mercury’s Orbit Return?Speaker: Adolfo Santa Fe Duenas, University of New HampshireClick here to watch on YouTube
Our annual celebration of the San Francisco Bay and ocean science returns! We’ll be pulling our NOAA data-collection buoy out of the water for its yearly servicing, and have scientists on deck to showcase the fascinating organisms that grow on the buoy and elsewhere in the Bay. Immerse yourself in ...
There are a lot of reasons people believe misinformation - and it’s not just because they lack the facts. False beliefs are fueled by powerful social and psychological forces. Our identities, relationships, and information environments strongly shape what we believe and how we process evidence.Join us for a Skeptical Inquirer Presents ...
Where: Cost: Free
From Prototype to Publication - AI Initiatives for NewsroomsAn international panel of professionals will discuss AI's transformation of journalism around technical feasibility, business models, and transparency in real-world newsroom adoption. Cutting through hype to reveal practical realities.As part of our event series LAYERS, we’re bringing together journalists, technologists, and entrepreneurs to explore how artificial intelligence travels from code ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
NightLife: BAIDDF Pre-PartyKick off this year’s Bay Area International Deaf Dance Festival with a celebration at NightLife featuring live dance performances and more.See weblink for more details
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
After Dark: Beneath the BayThe San Francisco Bay is a defining feature of our local landscape, but have you thought about what lurks beneath its surface? Join us tonight to dive into the rich ecology beneath the Bay, and interact with sea life at all scales. Examine plankton through a microscope, interact with nautical ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95
How we built the world's largest digital camera - LivestreamWatch the lecture live on our YouTube page. In person tickets are sold outIf you previously registered for this date, please re-register. See the weblink.The world's biggest digital camera was built at SLAC, and shipped to the NSF-DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory in northern Chile last year. This observatory has ...
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
Friday, 08/08/25
Intro to AI-Driven World: Good, Bad, & The UglyWhat if everything you thought you knew about the future was about to change?This isn't a lecture about abstract algorithms or futuristic fantasies. This is an urgent, captivating exploration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) - the most profound, transformative force of our lifetime, already at work, already reshaping the very fabric ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $66.33 (early bird, 2 for 1)
Join us to hear from a MacArthur genius awardee, former rocket engineer, and passionate leader in the social enterprise movement - Jim Fruchterman - about using technology for positive social change.To a lot of people in big business, the only worthy ideas are those that make a lot of money, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $25 General, discount for members
The Astrobiological Exploration of Enceladus - SOLD OUTIn 2005, the Cassini spacecraft made a groundbreaking discovery - a massive plume of ice and gas erupting from the south pole of Enceladus, a small but geologically active moon of Saturn. The plume is now believed to originate from a subsurface ocean of liquid water beneath the moon’s icy ...
