Sustainable Energy Now and in a Livable FutureIt has been scientifically clear for some time that the global community must decarbonize the energy and material system entirely by mid-century. In additional recent energy future scenarios have highlighted the pathways to reach this dramatic decarbonization objective on household to village to national and regional levels. The short -- ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
Trees of Lakeside ParkWhat's that tree? Do you know the difference between a giant sequoia and a coast redwood? How about a turkey oak and a valley oak?Join us for this introduction to the trees around the Rotary Nature Center and Lakeside Park. We'll talk about trees native to Oakland as well as ...
Where: OaklandCost: Free! $20 suggested donation
History of Lake MerrittDive into Lake Merritt's past with this easy walk near the water's edge. We'll talk about the past and present ecology of the area, and how Lake Merritt has changed over the years.
Galaxies are broadly divided into two classes: spiral and elliptical. Unlike the spirals, the ellipticals, often referred to as early-type galaxies, are largely composed of old stars that give them a reddish color, They typically have little interstellar material with which to form new stars; these galaxies are often referred ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Wednesday, 12/21/16
River Otter Snow Days at Aquarium of the BayThere’s snow in the forecast at Aquarium of the Bay! Join the Aquarium each Wednesday throughout December as biologists add over 1,000 pounds of snow to the river otter habitat, and experience the merriment first-hand as Shasta, Baxter, and Ryer romp and roll in this fun and festive addition of ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Discover Marine Life at Lake MerrittDid you know that organisms from all over the world make their home in Lake Merritt? A natrualist from the Rotary Nature Center will guide you through a hands-on experience with marine invertebrates that live on the boat docks. Come learn about sea squirts, sponges, flatworms, bubble snails, and more! We'll ...
Where: OaklandCost: Free! $20 suggested donation
Winter WonderlandRushing Redwood Creek, waving redwood pillars, thoughtful slugs and frantic bats are some of the signs of winter we'll look for on this two mile hike through Muir Woods. December 21 may be the shortest day of the whole year, but it's long on fun! Please call 415.388.2596 to sign ...
Where: Mill ValleyCost: Free
Nerd Nite SF #79: Prehistoric Ecology, Metadata, and Vibrators!As is our hallowed nerdy tradition, our December show has NOTHING to do with the holidays and EVERYTHING to do with learning something new about something you never knew you should know. Got it? So come get it! Dude, we’ll get so meta about metadata with a software engineer and ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $8
Thursday, 12/22/16
Otter FestivitiesThe otterly best holiday outing is to Aquarium of the Bay, where 20,000 aquatic animals are waiting to greet you with fishy festivities and underwater cheer. From December 21-28, Aquarium of the Bay’s three resident river otters will join in on the holiday festivities. From treat stuffed stockings, festive trees, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Full-Spectrum Science with Ron Hipschman: Mixing ColorAre the primary colors really red, yellow, and blue? How can you get yellow from mixing red and green together? Bring your most colorful questions to this vivid presentation.Part of After Dark
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission to After Dark
Friday, 12/23/16
Otter FestivitiesThe otterly best holiday outing is to Aquarium of the Bay, where 20,000 aquatic animals are waiting to greet you with fishy festivities and underwater cheer. From December 21-28, Aquarium of the Bay’s three resident river otters will join in on the holiday festivities. From treat stuffed stockings, festive trees, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Saturday, 12/24/16
Otter FestivitiesThe otterly best holiday outing is to Aquarium of the Bay, where 20,000 aquatic animals are waiting to greet you with fishy festivities and underwater cheer. From December 21-28, Aquarium of the Bay’s three resident river otters will join in on the holiday festivities. From treat stuffed stockings, festive trees, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Sunday, 12/25/16
Sunrise Tour of Muir WoodsJoin us for a three-mile stroll (mostly flat, with a relatively steep section) through an old-growth redwood forest. Wander through an awakening forest, hear tall tales, soar in the sounds and smells, and wonder and the historical and ecological story of Muir Woods.Designed to engage adults; may be over the ...
Where: Mill ValleyCost: Free
Otter FestivitiesThe otterly best holiday outing is to Aquarium of the Bay, where 20,000 aquatic animals are waiting to greet you with fishy festivities and underwater cheer. From December 21-28, Aquarium of the Bay’s three resident river otters will join in on the holiday festivities. From treat stuffed stockings, festive trees, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Monday, 12/26/16
Otter FestivitiesThe otterly best holiday outing is to Aquarium of the Bay, where 20,000 aquatic animals are waiting to greet you with fishy festivities and underwater cheer. From December 21-28, Aquarium of the Bay’s three resident river otters will join in on the holiday festivities. From treat stuffed stockings, festive trees, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with admission
Water Birds at Lake MerrittMigrating birds are here! See which winter visitors are currently at Lake Merritt, the nation's oldest wildlife refuge.  A naturalist from the Rotary Nature Center will lead a short walk along the lake. Learn about the Pacific Flyway and how to identify some winter migrants as well as year-round residents. We'll begin ...
