The giant sail-backed carnivorous Spinosaurus is one of the most famous of all dinosaurs. It’s a staple of documentaries, books, movies, and video games, but a great deal of scientific mystery surrounds them. Their fossil remains are highly fragmentary, their evolutionary relationships elusive, and interpretations of their ecology and behavior ...
Where: Cost: Free
After Dark: SolsticeAs the longest night of the year in San Francisco approaches, the other side of the globe prepares for its longest day. Join us at After Dark to explore the complementary relationship between light and shadow, and discover the many ways light finds its way into dark places. Learn about ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95, free for members
High-Tech Tools for Modern Mycology Discover the latest digital tools and technologies that enhance the study of mushrooms.Join Fork in the Path for a special talk in person & online about high-tech tools for modern foragers with leading mycologist Alan Rockefeller.Discover the latest digital tools and technologies that enhance the ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $25 General, $10 online & recorded
Friday, 12/19/25
SETI Live: Sampling 3I/ATLAS?!Join us for a live, in-depth conversation as communications specialist Beth Johnson chats with Dr. Cynthia Phillips, Europa Clipper Project Staff Scientist and Science Communications Lead (JPL), about a fascinating - and time-sensitive - possibility: can we use our current deep-space missions to sample the plasma tail of the interstellar ...
The two dominant subglacial landscape-carving processes, quarrying and abrasion, are analogous to having teeth pulled vs. more slowly grinding them flat. While abrasion, like sandpapering wood, is a smoothening process and involves glaciers dragging loose rocks across subglacial bedrock, quarrying boosts landscape roughness and frictional resistance to glacial flow. It ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Astro 101: So You Want to be an Amateur AstronomerThis event is one of several different introductions to astronomy offered by SJAA. This talk provides a comprehensive overview of amateur astronomy, starting simply and working its way up to introduce advanced concepts. You'll hear about star constellations, about types of sky objects and associated observing conditions, and about different ...
Where: San JoseCost: 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, 12/20/25
The Physics Show - Three PerformancesThe Physics Show is a fun science show for kids and their families. This year we will have two weekends of shows in September, one weekend in December, and three days of shows in January.Performances at 10:00, 1:00, and 3:30 each day.Venue: Smithwick TheaterTickets on sale in November
Where: Los Altos HillsCost: $6
WinterFest - Day OneStep into a world of icy planets and faraway galaxies this winter at Chabot! With festive tunes and a variety of interactive activities blending science and seasonal cheer, this is a celebration you won’t want to miss!
Where: OaklandCost: $30 General
DIY Snow Globe Lab at The Tech InteractiveIn this special hands-on holiday lab, you will mix chemistry and creativity to engineer your own winter wonderland in a jar. As you design your one-of-a-kind snow globe, you will explore the science behind solubility and viscosity and discover how tiny tweaks can change the swirl, shimmer and magic of ...
Where: San JoseCost: $10.00
Family Astronomy: Winter Solstice - The Longest NightChabot Space & Science Center’s Family Astronomy Series invites families with children ages 6-12 to explore the wonders of the universe together! Each evening program features an engaging presentation in Chabot’s Planetarium followed by hands-on activities and opportunities to make discoveries together. Each event includes complimentary hot cocoa and snacks.Explore ...
Where: OaklandCost: $25 Adults, $15 Youth, Members $5 off
Sunday, 12/21/25
The Physics Show - Three PerformancesThe Physics Show is a fun science show for kids and their families. This year we will have two weekends of shows in September, one weekend in December, and three days of shows in January.Performances at 10:00, 1:00, and 3:30 each day.Venue: Smithwick TheaterTickets on sale in November
Where: Los Altos HillsCost: $6
WinterFest - Day TwoStep into a world of icy planets and faraway galaxies this winter at Chabot! With festive tunes and a variety of interactive activities blending science and seasonal cheer, this is a celebration you won’t want to miss!
Where: OaklandCost: $30 General
RaptorsRaptors are masters of the air. Come learn about this impressive group of bird predators.Register at weblink
Join us at Manny’s for a discussion with Kara Swisher on today’s issues, the evolving tech landscape, emerging trends, the forces shaping society and the future of technology, and a sneak peek at her next big project.Kara Swisher is the host of "On with Kara Swisher" and the former host ...
Where: Cost: $9 Zoom Ticket
DIY Snow Globe Lab at The Tech InteractiveIn this special hands-on holiday lab, you will mix chemistry and creativity to engineer your own winter wonderland in a jar. As you design your one-of-a-kind snow globe, you will explore the science behind solubility and viscosity and discover how tiny tweaks can change the swirl, shimmer and magic of ...
