Intel Museum - Free Circuitry Class Engages KidsSchematics, Switches and CircuitsFrom doorbells to karaoke machines, kids ages 9 and up will be introduced to reading schematics and building circuits. After a quick introduction to the basics, they will work in teams to build a variety of electronic devices that ring, beep and play songs! Space is limited ...
Where: Santa ClaraCost: Free.
Festival SaturdaysCheck out hands-on science activities on the second Saturday of every month. Explore the "magical" properties of matter and energy, solve medical mysteries, and explore creatures of the sea at our inspiring tabletop festivals.
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Robert Ferguson Observatory-Public Solar ViewingThe Robert Ferguson Observatory (RFO) is open to the public at least once a month, usually on a Saturday near the time of the New Moon. Daytime Solar: Solar telescopes are set up so you can safely look at and listen to our favorite star, the Sun. Please visit our ...
Where: KenwoodCost: $8.00 per vehicle
History of the U.S. Army Corps of EngineersJoin Ranger Bill to learn about the "When/Where/Why/What/How," the diverse, complex, many faceted missions, goals and objectives of the USACE's "Birth" in 1775 under General George Washington.
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Mad Science: Exploring SlimeExplore the exciting world of polymers, the chemical reactions we use to create them and the inner workings of silly putty. Transform two regular liquids into an oozing batch of your very own slime... This program is limited to the first 30 participants. Grades: K-6.
Where: San JoseCost: Free
August 11 Astronomy Program On Mt DiabloPlease join Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society for the August 11th astronomy program. The program starts at 7:00 (enter the park at least 45 minutes earlier) at the lower summit parking lot. Although there is no fee for this program there is a $10 park entrance fee. This month's program is ...
Where: Cost: $10/car park entry
Music of the Spheres - Kurt Ribak TrioLick Observatory hosts its 32nd season of Music of the Spheres summer concerts in 2012. Concerts feature a wide variety of music. Programs include the concert, a talk by a University of California astronomer about current research, and (weather permitting) viewing through the historic Great Lick Refractor and the Nickel ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $40 - $150
ROCKS FROM SPACEThe Earth is hit all the time with small space rocks. Hold real meteorites in your hand. Why does the Moon have so many craters and Earth so few? Watch for meteors from the Perseid meteor shower.
Where: Walnut CreekCost: Free
San Mateo County Astronomical Society Star PartyThe City of San Carlos Department of Parks and Recreation and the San Mateo County Astronomical Society have open Star Parties twice a month.Reasons to AttendIf you have kids interested in space or planets bring them here for a real life view of planets, nebula, star clusters and galaxies.If you ...
Where: San CarlosCost: Free
Robert Ferguson Observatory-Public Star Party & Perseid Meteor ShowerThe Observatory's three main telescopes are open for your viewing. Docents set up additional telescopes in front of the building, while presentations on astronomical topics are given in the classroom throughout the course of the evening. Friendly and knowledgeable docents are available to answer your questions. FAQs: When to arrive: ...
