Animals of the Garden Breakfast and Walk for FamiliesChildren, with their family, are invited to join the Garden on this special journey to discover the many wonderful creatures living in the Garden. On our animal hunt, we will learn about newts, birds, butterflies, frogs, lizards, foxes, snakes and more! Hone your skills of observation and learn how plants ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free with admission
ColorFair at the Exploratorium ColorFair at the ExploratoriumColorFair is a free, open-air market featuring a mix of science and art demonstrations and colorful wares made by local artisans. Meet with other color connoisseurs to explore practical and beautiful applications of the visual spectrum. We'll celebrate color with adults and families and explore a rainbow ...
Where: San FranciscoCost:
Real Doomsdays: How Life Could End on EarthWhat's more exciting than Armageddon, more conclusive than the Rapture, and much more certain than either? Join astrophysicist Greg Laughlin (UCSC) and planetologist Chris McKay (NASA) as they explore REAL doomsday scenarios on Sunday afternoon, August 28, at the Roxie Theater. This FREE event marks the beginning (after 12 annual ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: FREE
Color Vision and Color PhotographyJoin Exploratorium neuroscientist Richard Brown, PhD, for an enlightening overview of color vision.Using a variety of demonstrations and illusions, Richard will explore how we see color, how color vision evolved in humans and other species, and how and why color vision varies from person to person. He'll also discuss how ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Mysteries of Wastewater TreatmentThe San Jose-Santa Clara Water Pollution Control Plan treats hundreds of millions of gallons of wastewater from millions of people every day using some of the most advanced treatment technologies available. Come and learn about what it takes to make this interesting process happen through a slideshow and hands-on activities ...
Go behind the scenes at Long Marine Lab. Learn about the work of scientists and their studies of dolphins, seals, sea lions, and whales. Tour is best suited for adults and children over 10 years of age. Space limited, free with admission. Reservations required: (831) 459-3800.
Where: Santa CruzCost: Free with admission
Community Resources for Science Founders' Celebration For over 10 years, Community Resources for Science has served thousands of teachers in the East Bay, reaching tens of thousands of students with hands-on science education. CRS was founded in 1997 by Anne Jennings and Nicki Norman. The Founders' Celebration honors their inspiration and commitment to excellent elementary science ...
