SETIcon IISETIcon II, hosted by the SETI Institute, is a unique, entertaining, and enlightening public event where science and imagination meet. SETIcon brings together innovative scientists, science fiction authors, entertainers, space and science artists, space lovers, and the curious and adventurous for a 3-day public celebration and exploration of space, real ...
Where: Santa ClaraCost: $25 - $70 (at the door)
Greywater, Rainwater Catchment, Earthworks Tour at the EcoHouseTurn your house and yard into a water saving site with greywater systems, rainwater catchment, earthworks, and appropriate landscaping choices. You'll learn about the greywater system at the EcoHouse, the first permitted residential constructed wetland/greywater system in the State of California and the first greywater system in Berkeley to be ...
Science and creativity in the city of innovationSan Francisco's creative nature inspired innovation long before the silicon chip: Some of the world's most influential inventions were dreamed up by San Franciscan tinkerers. On this tour, we explore seven surprising stories of innovation that exemplify San Francisco as a hotbed of ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $30 with discount code 'Schmooze'
Mad Science : pHantastic pHunBe blown away by awesome chemical reactions! You've seen a rainbow in the sky, now watch as we make one in a tube. Learn all about gravity, balance and centripetal force and be dazzled by some amazing optical illusions. You won't believe your eyes!
Where: San JoseCost: Free
Are We Alone?What will the first alien life we discover likely look like? How will we find it? Where are we looking? Are they looking back at us? Take home a star map of other stars that have planets.
Where: Walnut CreekCost: Free
June 23 Astronomy Program On Mt DiabloPlease join Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society for the June 23rd astronomy program. The program starts at 7:30 (enter the park at least 45 minutes earlier). Although there is no fee for this program there is a $10 park entrance fee. This month's program is –Are We Alone? How will we ...
Where: Walnut CreekCost: $10/car park entry
Jazz Under the StarsThis event is weather dependent and if skies are cloudy or overcast, the event is cancelled. Latest weather updates.Visit our roof top observatory and see the moon and Saturn thru our telescopes, while listening to KCSM Jazz 91 FM. Dress warmly and come by anytime between 8 & 10 pm. ...
More than 80% of the material universe consists of stuff we don't understand. This "dark matter" gravitates, but it does very little else; in particular, it doesn't emit, reflect, or even absorb light. Over the next decade, a combination of astronomical observations and particle physics experiments hold great promise to ...
