We will hike through the central part of the Burn Zone of the 1995 Mt. Vision Fire, examine the remarkable extent of vegetative recovery, and discuss how monitoring songbird response to natural disturbances like this can teach us many important lessons. We'll also have a chance to experience science-in-action as ...
Where: OlemaCost: $10 Donation, Free for members
Intel Museum - Free Class Lets Kids Explore the World Inside of a FabKeeping it Clean (ages 7 and up)Explore what it's like inside an ultra-clean, highly automated silicon chip fabrication facility (fab) - from particles of contamination to bunnysuits - and get an inside glimpse into a Class 1 Fab from the museum. Space is limited and reservations are required. Email museum@intel.com ...
Where: Santa ClaraCost: Free.
Brenda Hutchinson's After Dark extends into Sat & Sunday, July 7 & 8Following After Dark: What Can You Do?, visitors can continue to work with Hutchinson to document people's hidden talents. You can meet with her in the McBean Theater at 11, 12noon and 12:30 pm for an orientation. At 2 pm, Hutchinson will present the final composition of collected documentation of 'talent.' which ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Included with Admission
John Reber, The Man with the Great IdeasBack in the 1940s. John Reber would look out over San Francisco Bay and visualize a massive civil works project of dams and locks to harvest fresh drinking water, and barriers that would support railway systems and a highway. His intention was to improve the quality of life for Bay ...
Seismic forces that shaped the citySan Francisco is famous for its hills, which lend the city its character and breathtaking views. On this tour, we'll explore the unique qualities that have shaped San Francisco's distinctive terrain, while munching through edible seismic activities and getting up close and personal with the ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $30 with discount code 'Schmooze'
Psychic Blues: Confessions of a Conflicted MediumA professional mentalist who specializes in magic of the mind, Mark Edward has the psychic blues. What's more, Edward's new book is called Psychic Blues, which he will discuss.With decades of experience practicing mental magic, Edward has worked on both sides of psychic fence. Edward believes that most practitioners of ...
What goes on in the Zoo once the rest of the guests leave? You'll find out when your group spends the night at the Oakland Zoo! A variety of themes allows you to visit the rain-forest, be a detective and snoop your way around the Zoo, or even create your ...
