Fungus Fair: A Celebration of Wild MushroomsGet up close to hundreds of wild mushrooms at the 41st annual Fungus Fair, being held this year at the Lawrence Hall of Science. Our hallways and classrooms will be filled with wild-mushroom displays. Eat edible mushrooms, meet vendors displaying everything from cultivation kits to T-shirts, and watch culinary demonstrations ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free with admission
'Edible Landscaping' Now You Can Have Your Gorgeous Garden and Eat It Too!What we have all been waiting for -- Rosalind Creasy's new edition of Edible Landscaping is for sale on the Common Ground shelves. Join Rosalind for a golden opportunity and a Question and Answer session. Rosalind will answer your most pressing gardening questions. She is also looking forward to giving ...
Where: Palo AltoCost: $25
History of the Bay ModelWhat was it that brought about the need for the Bay Model? How did the Bay Model help save San Francisco Bay from being developed into a mere puddle of water surrounded by giant freshwater dams?
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
The Delta, Where Two Rivers MeetHow did a collection of tranquil farming communities become a hot bed of contention? Is California on the brink of another Water War? Is life in the delta on the verge of collapse? It all depends on who you talk to. Meet Ranger Linda in the Delta section of the ...
Bedtime with the Beasts is a special overnight program for youth groups (ages 6-18) and their chaperones. An Oakland Zoo education specialist will lead your group on an evening hike around the zoo where you'll get a look at what the zoo is like after all of the guests leave. ...
Where: OaklandCost: $60
Saturday Night Stargazing — on the LHS PlazaSee the Moon, Planets, Stars, Galaxies and MoreStargaze through astronomical telescopes Ask questions and talk with amateur astronomers Learn how to use a star map to find constellations Share in the wonder of the universe with your friends Saturday Night Stargazing is a free public viewing program sponsored by LHS ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
ROV Building Workshop for Students, grades 6-12Students in grades 6-12 will learn how scientists combine marine biology, technology, and physical science by spending a day at the pool building an underwater robot (ROV)! Learn how you can participate in the 2011 ROV Competition. Reservations required. For more information and how to register, click here.
Where: Santa CruzCost: See link above
SMCAS 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. Note that inclement weather (clouds, excessive wind and showers) will cause the event to be canceled without notice.If you have kids interested in space or planets ...
