How the Tides Work for You by Kame RichardsCruisers, racers, and recreational boaters will see and learn how the waters move on San Francisco Bay. Reservations a must, email jimtantillo@comcast.net or phone 408-263-7877.
Go behind the scenes at Long Marine Lab. Learn about the work of scientists and their studies of dolphins, seals, sea lions, and whales. Tour is best suited for adults and children over 10 years of age. Space limited. Reservations required: (831) 459-3800.
Models of real-world systems are widely used in science. It is often suggested that these models are tested or confirmed when their results are compared with observational data. I contend that this way of thinking is misguided; what we can sensibly aim to test or confirm via such comparisons are ...
In 1962 the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center (now the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory) began with the Congressional authorization of its two mile long linear accelerator, the first $100 million science project. The science mission was the study of the interaction of high energy electron with matter, a study that had ...
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
Ben Kacyra: Capturing Ancient Wonders in 3DAncient monuments give us clues to astonishing past civilizations, but they're under threat from pollution, war and neglect. Kacyra invented a groundbreaking 3D laser scanning system and is using his invention to scan and preserve the world's heritage in archival detail.Ben Kacyr's nonprofit organization, CyArk, is now launching the 500 ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $20 General, $8 members, $7 Students
Birds of a Feather NightlifeClaw, peck or fly your way to NightLife for a live concert by Birds & Batteries, and a variety of fun activities in honor of International Migratory Bird Week. Artist and comedian Michael Capozzola and his cartoonist companions will transform you into bird-version of yourself in minutes. Channel your inner ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $12 General, $10 Members
2012: The Science Of The Maya ApocalypseA mistaken interpretation of a calendar used by the ancient Maya of Mesoamerica has led to a popular notion that they predicted the end of the world on December 21st, 2012. Doomsday enthusiasts have imagined a whole host of possible grand finales for the human race, many of which are ...
Travel Medicine: What You Should Know Before You GoInternational travel brings with it the excitement of new experiences, cultures and unfortunately sometimes, new diseases. Before you embark on the trip of your dreams, find out about what you can do to travel safely and return home well. This talk will cover vaccinations prior to travel, medicines that you ...
Where: StanfordCost: Free
Mushrooms of MexicoAlan Rockefeller recently returned from four months of collecting in Mexico with extensive field work in the states of Jalisco, Colima, Michoacan, District Federal, Puebla, Veracruz and Oaxaca. His presentation, "Mushrooms of Mexico," includes many images of Mexican mushrooms which Alan has taken over the past five years. The talk ...
Come learn about what trees are naturally adapted to and what we subject them to in our biologically depauperate urban environment. This talk will change the way you view the trees of San Francisco!Speaker: Ted Kipping
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Moraga Library Astronomy Program Please join Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society for a May 10th astronomy program at the Moraga Library from 8-10 PM. 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 flashlight but if you must bring ...
