A Study in Amethyst: in Search of Muir’s Hairstreak Butterfly Liam O’Brien set a goal for himself in 2017 - to illustrate all the Lycanidae family ofbutterflies in the Bay Area: the Blues, Coppers, Metalmarks & Hairstreaks. High on his list was one of the more elusive: Muir’s Hairstreak (Callophrys muiri) - a stunning little gem the size of a ...
Where: Cost: $25 Suggested Donation
Lawrence Hall of Science 50th Anniversary Open HouseThe Lawrence Hall of Science is celebrating its 50th anniversary! In May 1968, we opened our doors to the public for the first time. Join us for a free day of science fun as we kick off a year of special events and programs to celebrate 50 years of hands-on ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Maker Faire Bay AreaPart science fair, part county fair, and part something entirely new, Maker Faire is an all-ages gathering of tech enthusiasts, crafters, educators, tinkerers, hobbyists, engineers, science clubs, authors, artists, students, and commercial exhibitors. All of these “makers†come to Maker Faire to show what they have made and to share ...
Where: San MateoCost: $0 - $50 (see website)
Aero Workshop: Water RocketsPut your engineering skills to the test in the Aero Workshop! Each session is a special 2-hour mini design challenge designed for children ages 8-12. Each workshop centers on a particular problem in aerospace illustrated by a pair of hands-on experiences. Participants then work in small teams of 3-5 to ...
California made history with the creation of the nation’s first statewide system of ocean parks - a network of 124 Marine Protected Areas spanning California’s 1,100-mile long coastline. Like national parks on land, these areas are magnificent in beauty and provide protection for wildlife, solutions to climate change, and recreational ...
Where: Santa CruzCost: General: Free with admission, members/students $0
