Join us as we explore the marine mammals just under our Golden Gate bridge. We will learn about California sea lions at PIER 39, harbor seals, dolphins and even whales that come into the bay.30 minute presentations at 10:30 am, 12:00 pm, and 2:00 pm
Where: SausalitoCost: Free with admission
The Power of the Tides: How They Shape San Francisco BayTides are one of the most important natural forces shaping San Francisco Bay. This presentation explains how tides work, why they rise and fall each day, and how they create habitats for a remarkable variety of plants and animals. Learn how tidal marshes support native vegetation, mud-dwelling invertebrates, shorebirds, and ...
Inspired by the first report of a two-layer heterojunction OLED by Tang and VanSlyke in 1987, our group began OLED research at Yamagata University in 1989. Our first OLED device was a terbium-complex-based green emitter that exhibited triplet-state emission. We then shifted our focus to polymer OLEDs, leading to the ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Tuesday, 08/11/26
Seaside Heermann's Gull Colony UpdateDid you know Seaside is home to the only nesting colony of Heermann's Gulls outside of Baja California? With approximately 1% of their population nesting on rooftops in downtown Seaside, you can imagine the challenges they face, as well as the struggles we have keeping them protected.This year, Monterey Audubon ...
Wild parrots have become one of Los Angeles’ most surprising icons. But how did they get here, and how are they thriving? In this talk, evolutionary biologist and museum curator John McCormack separates urban legend from science, using genetics, field research, and thousands of public photos to uncover their origins, ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: Free
Skeptics in a Real PubEnjoy an evening of socializing and feasting with fellow Bay Area science-forward folk in an Irish Pub on the Peninsula with great food. < Menu >Join us! This is a free event brought to you by Bay Area Skeptics. All are welcome.
Where: MillbraeCost: Free
Wonderfest: Genetics of Extinction (& Survival) + Next-Gen Meds with Light & ElectricityIt’s a science double feature! Wonderfest presents two half-hour talks - each followed by Q&A (of course) - by outstanding UC Berkeley researchers:Biologist Dr. Stephen Gaughran on The Genetics of Extinction (and Survival) - Species are now disappearing faster than at any point in the last several million years. Decades of ...
This month, we have two excellent talks lined up: First, Dan Werthimer (UC Berkeley, SETI) will give us an update on the past, present, and future of the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. Then we’ll hear from Eamonn Needham (UC Davis) about lunar geology and the case for going back to ...
Where: OaklandCost: Free
Wednesday, 08/12/26
Total Solar Eclipse Live Stream Watch PartyJoin us for a live broadcast of the 2026 Total Solar Eclipse on the giant screens in Chabot’s Theater, streamed live from NASA TV.We are hosting a live viewing of the 2026 Total Solar Eclipse as it unfolds across Europe. NASA live coverage begins at 10 am. The Eclipse will ...
Where: OaklandCost: Free with admission
Total Solar Eclipse Watch PartyJoin us at Pier 15 for a live broadcast of the total solar eclipse!Since 1998, the Exploratorium and NASA have worked together to broadcast stunning images of solar eclipses from around the world. This summer, our team of scientists and educators is ready to bring you the latest visuals from ...
The journey into motherhood involves far more than physical changes. Researchers now recognize matrescence as a major developmental stage, marked by significant shifts in the brain, body, identity, relationships, and emotional life. Yet despite affecting millions of women, the concept remains largely unknown outside of maternal health circles.In this lecture, ...
Wildlife cannot exist without habitat. Protecting the land where our beloved birds live is essential for their survival, and in the San Francisco Bay Area, we’re lucky enough to have organizations whose primary focus is the protection of such lands. Whether your favorite birding spot is up in the hills, ...
Where: Cost: Free
Thursday, 08/13/26
Slow Morning Walk at Lower La Honda CreekAre you looking for a fun, educational activity for the whole family this summer? Do you want a leisurely-paced hike with other community members?Join Peninsula Open Space Trust for a beautiful hike at Lower La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve where you’ll experience the area’s sweeping views and gorgeous rolling ...
Where: La HondaCost: Free
After Dark: Unplug and PlayYour monthly invitation to hang out and try something new - play science trivia, find your community, and connect deeply.Ages 18+
With the release of the Spielberg blockbuster “Disclosure Day,” there has been great public interest in UFO claims and cases. In this illustrated, non-technical talk, astronomer Andrew Fraknoi will discuss the scientific, skeptical understanding of UFO (or UAP) claims. He will show what really happened in several famous cases, including ...
Where: Cost: Free
Saturday, 08/15/26
Salt Marsh WalkJoin us for a leisurely walk along the La Riviere Trail of the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge in Fremont. You'll learn about the ways that salt marshes benefit wetland ecosystems and us!Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring warm layers, sun protection, sturdy walking shoes, and binoculars ...
Where: FremontCost: Free
Lick Observatory After Hours - SOLD OUTTake a walk through the Eastside of the Lick Observatory, culminating in a visit to the iconic Shane Telescope. After a journey through time with a history lecture, we’ll transition to a night of star gazing. Experience the cosmos firsthand through our expert-led portable telescope stations.Our behind-the-scenes After Hours Tour ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $81.88
Twilight Marsh WalkExperience the salt marsh at twilight on an easy stroll along refuge trails (about 0.6 miles). You will learn about the habitats at the refuge, the wildlife it protects, why the refuge was established and why it is just as important for us. This program is led by USFWS volunteer ...
