Summit to SeeA monthly cross-country hike to a high point or other highlight of the sanctuary with natural history, photography, birding, etcPlease dress for the weather and bring at least one quart of drinking water. You may also wish to bring a hat, an extra layer, and a snack. There are no ...
6:45pm-7:00pm: Socializing/networking.7:00-7:25: Christine Marie(Shadow Artist) on "Cinematic shadows and stereoscopic objects"Used as a tool for storytelling- giant cinematic shadow theater is a form that is both ancient and appealing... Read more7:25-7:50: Sarah Cahill(Composer) on "Music in Unusual Spaces"The act of listening to music has changed and evolved over the ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Tuesday, 07/09/13
Intel Museum - Free Class Lets Kids Explore the World Inside of a FabTwo class times: 10-11am, 3-4pmKeeping 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 ...
Three ongoing project are helping us visualize the impacts of flooding and sea level rise on our cities' futures. A networking reception will be followed by a moderated discussion to explore how work done by the California King Tides Initiative, Our Coast Our Future and FEMA is helping cities plan ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $10 General, Free for members
Discovery of a New Unique Water-rich Meteorite from MarsNorthwest Africa (NWA) 7034 is a new type of martian meteorite discovered in Morocco in 2011. NWA 7034 aka "Black Beauty", nicknamed for its dark shiny appearance, contains ten times more water than other martian meteorites. This combined with its oxidation state which is highest among martian meteorites, its anomalous ...
With activities like bubbly sidewalk painting, rocket launching, meeting rescued wild animals, and making your own ice cream, you'll have a wonderful time learning and exploring together at Summer Fun Days. All events are free with your admission! June12 | Bubbly Sidewalk Painting Make your own chalk and create masterpieces ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free with admission
Trekking the ModelJoin a ranger guided tour of the Bay Model, a 1.5 acre hydraulic model of San Francisco Bay and Delta. Discover the stories of the two major operations that took place at this location between 1942 – 2000.
Several trends are changing how unmanned marine vehicles are used by marine scientists. Lower cost/performance ratio means these systems are no longer exclusive to larger organizations. The vehicles themselves are smaller, easier to use, and deploying them no longer requires access to an expensive research vessel. Acoustic communication in the ...
Where: Moss LandingCost: Free
I'm Sorry, Can You Repeat That?Hearing loss is a condition that affects millions of people annually, and it has a variety of causes. This talk focuses on the most common kinds of hearing loss and the most current and revolutionary ways they are being treated.Speaker: Robert Jackler, MD
Where: Palo AltoCost: Free
Intel's Justin Rattner in Conversation with John MarkoffJustin Rattner is a corporate vice president and the chief technology officer (CTO) of Intel Corporation. He is also an Intel Senior Fellow and head of Intel Labs where he directs Intel's global research efforts in processors, programming, systems, security, communications and, most recently, user experience and interaction. As part ...
Come join the Bay Area Skeptics in planning an interstellar colonizing project! Barring planetary catastrophes and continued global degradation, Earth will support us for the next 500 million years. By then, to avoid extinction, we had better have robust colonies scattered around the galaxy. Learn about proposed strategies to reach ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Lowell ObservatoryIn the 1890's a Boston family brahmin named Percival Lowell dedicated his attention, wealth and equally considerable imagination to his interest in astronomy. Most specifically, he had been excited by the drawings of Mars by Giovanni Schiaparelli which featured "canali" on the surface of the red planet. "Canali" in Italian ...
Where: Santa RosaCost: Free
Thursday, 07/11/13
Free Intel Museum class lets kids explore the science of UVTwo class times: 10-11am, 3-4pmComputer chips are everywhere--powering the Internet, controlling cars, automating factories, enhancing cell phones, and enriching home entertainment. A favorite class at the Intel Museum helps children ages 7 and up explore the science of UV and learn about semiconductor fabrication. The class lasts about 45 minutes. Space ...
Where: Santa ClaraCost: Free
HAPPY HOLLOW EDZOOCATION presents Go Wild!Happy Hollow Park and Zoo comes to your library! Join us with yourwhole family for a fun filled program with live crittersand learn about adaptations, habitat, diet,and more.
Where: San JoseCost: Free
MUD, DIRT, SAND, & CLAY Workshop with PeopleologieWhere does clay come from? How long have people been making things from mud? There are endless incredible things that regular folks do with just earth and water. Get a fun-packed culture, science, and art workshop rolled into one! Our virtual field trip takes you around the world, visiting historic fortresses ...
Where: San JoseCost: Free
Wildlife AssociatesBeautiful and fascinating wildlife live in the fields and forests surrounding our cities and suburbs. In Wildlife Associates' Bay Area Wildlife show, you'll see a gray fox, great horned owl, oppossum, and other animals! Gain an insight into the secret lives of these intelligent and ecologically important animals.
Where: San JoseCost: Free
Random Acts of Kindness: The Future of Digital Altruism, Community Collaboration, and TimebanksIn today's world of increasing scarcity of resources and economic stagnation, we still see rapid developments in computer science and user experience towards increasingly mobile, intelligent, and context-aware computing systems. These innovations represent a new frontier for transformative innovation on a societal level. They hold the promise of breakthroughs in ...
Where: Palo AltoCost: Free
Details of Nature: Intimate Portraits of the Natural World Grand OpeningA formal opening for our new show "Details of Nature: Intimate portraits of the natural world" which will run from July 6th until September 3rd.These works by Elizabeth Romanini, a mixture of original pen&ink illustrations, pencil drawings and archival-quality prints highlighting the wonders of nature in all it's beauty. Elizabeth's ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: free
How Big is Infinity?Science Buzz CafeSpeaker: Roger House, Student of Mathematics
Beavers of MartinezJoin Heidi Perryman, Founder of Worth A Dam, for a talk on the Beavers of Martinez. Dr. Perryman shares the story of how one beaver family won over the hearts of the people of Martinez. This North Bay community took a crash course in beavers when a mating pair moved ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Friday, 07/12/13
How to Have Fun in the DeltaHave you ever thought about all the things there are to do in the Delta? Come find out some fun and interesting adventures you and your family can have by exploring this hidden gem with Ranger Bill.
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Mad Science: DecomposersDig into the world of worms! Experiment to find the ideal worm habitat. Observe worms on the move. Experience how worms eat and take home your very own worm composter
Where: San JoseCost: Free
How Dust Affects our View of the Distant Universe - SOLD OUTLick Observatory hosts a Summer Visitors Program (SVP), inviting the public to observe through both the 36-inch Great Lick Refractor and Nickel 40-inch Reflecting Telescope. Each evening also features two speakers, who present programs even if clouds or fog prohibit viewing.Lick astronomers present multimedia lectures on their research or ...
Houge Park Start PartyMeet with members of San Jose Astronomical Society for a Star Party, weather permitting.
Where: San JoseCost: Free
Saturday, 07/13/13
Intel Museum - Free Binary Beading Class Engages KidsTwo class times: 10-11am, 3-4pmWhat are all those 1s and 0s that make up binary code? And for that matter, what's binary code? Students ages 7 and up learn how computers use this 'digital' language to send, process, and receive information. By using beads to represent a switch's on and off ...
Where: Santa ClaraCost: Free
Robert Ferguson Observatory-Public Solar ObservatoryCome on out and observe our closest star, the SUN! Trained Docents with special filtered telescopes will treat you to extraordinary sights, in a safe and education environment. Handicapped Parking is available at the Observatory entrance.
Where: KenwoodCost: $8:00 Vehicle Use Fee
July 13 Public Astronomy Program On Mt DiabloPlease join Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society for the July 13th astronomy program. Lower Summit Parking Lot of Mt. Diablo State Park. The program starts at 7:30 (enter the park at least 45 minutes earlier) at the lower summit parking lot. Come early to see the sun safely through filtered telescopes ...
Where: Walnut CreekCost: $10/ car park admission
Micro-Zoology NightJoin experts for a show and tell about microscopic creatures. Look at life under a drop of water. Afterward, munch on popcorn while watching the microbe gone mad movie "The Blob." Reservations required. (408) 226-5453
Where: San JoseCost: Free
The Fate of the Earth, the Sun, and the UniversePrograms include 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 40-inch telescope. Knowledgeable local amateur astronomers outside the buildings provide additional telescopes and informal astronomy discussions.Due to safety concerns, children under the age ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $40 General, prefered options available
Explore our Magnetic SunArrive at 7:30 to safely view the Sun through telescopes.How can the Sun affect cell phones and create auroras?Why does the Sun have spots?After sunset, we'll watch all the other stars appear!
Where: Walnut CreekCost: Free
Beyond the Cradle: Kepler's Search for New WorldsNASA's Kepler spacecraft, designed to find Earth-like planets orbiting stars in our Milky Way, has been in operation since 2009. What exciting results have been found to date?Speaker: Dr. Natalie Batahla, NASA Ames
Where: Mill ValleyCost: 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. These events are held in Crestview Park, San Carlos California. Dates and Sunset times are below. Note that inclement weather (clouds, excessive wind and showers) will cause the event ...
Where: San CarlosCost: Free
Robert Ferguson Observatory-Public Star PartyStar Parties: Starting at dusk, the 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 ...
Where: KenwoodCost: $11.00
Sunday, 07/14/13
Marine Mammal SuperheroesThis month we celebrate the marine mammals who possess the size, strength, smarts and skills needed to thrive in the tough ocean environment. Blue whales that have grown to be over 100 feet long, larger than any dinosaur. Sperm whales that can produce sounds so loud they can stun their prey. ...
