Birding at Cypress Grove PreserveCypress Grove Preserve encompasses approximately 100 acres and serves as a center for scientific research, long-term ecological monitoring, education, and stewardship. Surrounded by towering Monterey cypress trees and wind-swept hedges, the preserve is situated on the eastern shore of Tomales Bay with eelgrass beds, native grasslands, and coastal marshes that ...
Where: MarshallCost: Free
Benefits of Birding WalkOctober 10th, Urban Wildlife Conservation Day, is the kickoff to National Wildlife Refuge Week! Come explore the Refuge on an introductory birdwatching walk across multiple wetland habitats at the Environmental Education Center in Alviso. We'll discuss the various benefits of birding for individuals, our communities, and wildlife while observing year-round ...
Where: AlvisoCost: Free
Groovy Tie-Dye: Veggie Tie-DyeJoin us at Emma Prusch for a groovy and natural alternative to traditional tie-dye! This program is designed for 7 to 10 year olds to learn about different vegetables that we grow at Emma Prusch and about different ways to utilize vegetables. During the first session, participants will learn how ...
Where: San JoseCost: $38 SJ residents, $42 non-residents
Techfest: Cars - Computers on Wheelsexperience how computing has transformed the automobile - from early onboard electronics to today’s connected, electric, and increasingly autonomous vehicles. See how technologies such as hands-free driving, AI-powered assistants, sensors, software, and advanced displays are changing what cars can do and how we experience the road.Cars - Computers on Wheels ...
Family Nature Adventures: SpidersThis Months Theme: Spidey Spectacular - Adventures with Arachnids!Spin your way into the fascinating world of spiders and arachnids! This month’s adventure is packed with discovery and excitement:Interactive Workshop: Learn all about native spiders, their incredible adaptations, and even how they behave in space.Spider Safari: Grab a magnifying glass and ...
Where: OaklandCost: $25 Adult, $35 Age 3 - 8, Members $15 discount
Shared Sky Festival - Day 1Join us October 10th and 11th as artists fill the Center with photography, music, paintings, and cosmic creativity to celebrate the grand opening of the Shared Sky: Photos of the Universe exhibition and the 2026 Astrophotography Prize awardees! Get creative with hands-on activities for all ages and explore how space ...
Where: OaklandCost: $24 Adults, $19 Youth/Sr/Students, Free members
Images of star trails are an excellent entry to tons of great astronomical questions: Why do the trails arc around Polaris? Why are they different colors? Why can’t we see star color with our eyes? Can we tell time with the stars? With care, capturing star trails can also result ...
Where: OaklandCost: Free with admission
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 ...
