Berkeley Nanotechnology Forum 2012The Berkeley Nanotechnology Forum is the largest and longest running nanotechnology-related speaker event on campus and a great networking opportunity. It consists of presentations by top nanotech experts from both university and national laboratories, poster presentations of nanotech projects, and other selected research.Speakers: Brett Helms, Staff Scientist, Lawrence Berkeley National ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
TEDx San JoseWHO: TEDxSanJoseCA will feature captivating speakers who are excited to share their visionary ideas, passions and personal journeys. They will share their pay it forward ideas.WHAT: It's about taking action. TEDxSanJoseCA features riveting talks by remarkable people. It gathers some of the world's leading thinkers and doers to share their ...
Where: San JoseCost: $100.
Natural History of Sonoma MountainJoin a preserve naturalist on a guided tour of Sonoma State University's Fairfield Osborn Preserve. Explore a beautiful landscape with a knowledgeable guide, learn about the plants and animals of the preserve, see cutting-edge research in action, and gain access to normally-closed areas of Sonoma Mountain. Please wear sturdy shoes, and ...
Where: PenngroveCost: $3
All About OwlsLearn all that you've ever wanted to learn about owls here at the refuge! Where do owls eat? How do we not hear them when they flap their wings? Are owls the brainiacs of the bird world? Through an interactive presentation and owl pellet dissection, we'll find the answers to all ...
Where: AlvisoCost: Free
Earth Day at ChabotIt all comes down to Earth. Discover clever ways to reuse old materials to create crafts, household objects and even clothing. Bring a broken household item to the Fixit Clinicto make it new again and your gum wrappers, toilet paper rolls and wine corks to create unique crafts. Explorehidden sources ...
Where: OaklandCost: Free with admission
Sunol Spring Wildflower FestivalCelebrate the season of the birds, bees, flowers and trees! Join us for hikes, crafts, music, slide shows, and nature exhibits. Hikes are geared for different ages and topics. Call for hike schedule. Pack a picnic lunch, put on your hiking boots and join us for a glorious day filled ...
Where: SunolCost:
Community Open House at the Buck Institute for Research on AgingYou are cordially invited to attend a community open house to celebrate the opening of our new Regenerative Medicine Research Center!There will be a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony, hands-on science exhibits, activities for kids of all ages, videos, self-guided tours and opportunities to talk to our scientists. Bring the family and enjoy ...
Where: NovatoCost: Free
TEDx HultBusinessSchoolSFTEDx was created in the spirit of TED's mission, "ideas worth spreading". The program is designed to give communities, organizations and individuals the opportunity to stimulate dialogue through TED-like experiences at the local level. TEDx events are fully planned and coordinated independently, on a community-by-community basis. Confirmed Speakers1. Mark NelsonMark ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: TEDx Hult Guest $45.00, Hult Student $25.00
Golden Gate Bridge: A Bay Area DivaWhat makes Golden Gate Bridge so special? The Golden Gate is shorter in length and one year younger than the Oakland Bay Bridge. Yet, the Golden Gate Bridge flirts with the imagination and lures people to her as if by magic. She has the power to mesmerize and make people ...
Mt Diablo April 14 Astronomy ProgramThis month's program is - "Neighbor Planets" see Venus and Mars through telescopes and find out why Earth has life, but not Venus or Mars.See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and planets through member telescopes. Bring kids, binoculars, warm clothes (temperature can drop), snacks, water. No need for a ...
Where: ClaytonCost: $10/car park entry
Neighbor PlanetsSee our Solar System neighbors: Venus and Mars through telescopes tonight and find out why Earth has abundant life, but not Mars and Venus.
