Morning Hike at Rancho Cañada del OroJoin Peninsula Open Space Trust for an excursion where you’ll explore the Mayfair Ranch â€" Longwall Canyon trails of Rancho Cañada del Oro! You will be guided by POST Ambassadors who will share with you the history of the preserve, the region, and the importance of conservation in the area.The ...
Where: Morgan HillCost: Free
Presidio: Changes Through TimeJoin the National Park Service and celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the GGNRA!This half-mile, level walk shows the historical changes to the Presidio, from the Spanish fort all the way to the new Tunnel Tops. Who benefitted from these changes, and who did not?Learn about the people who lived here, and ...
Each summer, millions of Arctic breeding Shorebirds leave their northern nesting grounds and make their way toward southern wintering grounds. In Santa Clara County, we have many locations where dense clouds of these magnificent birds can be seen and admired as they arrive for the season. Others simply pass through ...
Design of high-performance Li-S batteries: revisiting the role of lithium polysulfidesSpeaker: Xin Gao, Peking UniversityNi Anchored to Hydrogen-Substituted Graphdiyne for Lithium Sulfide Cathodes in Lithium-Sulfur BatteriesSpeaker: Louisa Greenburg, Stanford UniversitySee weblink for streaming information and to register
Where: Cost: Free
Everything You Never Knew You Wanted to Know about Mosquitoes San Mateo County Mosquito and Vector Control District offers no-charge services to county residents! Join us to learn about basic mosquito ecology, common water sources, the history of mosquito control in San Mateo County, and current pest management “tools†including storm drain treatments, mapping software, insect repellent options, and more. ...
Where: San MateoCost: Free
Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies in California's National Marine Sanctuaries - LivestreamPlease join ACS San Francisco Bay Chapter and Jess Morten, Director of the Marine Resource Protection Program at the California Marine Sanctuary Foundation (CMSF), as we delve into the efforts to halt or reduce fatal collisions between ships and whales. Global shipping is vital to the economy, but high volumes ...
Where: Cost: Donation requested
Radical SharingOur bodies, our houses, our land, our space - we humans don’t always like to share. Author Bette Adriaanse talks with Chelsea T. Hicks, and virtual guests Brian Eno and Aqui Thami, about property and sharing, and how to make a lasting positive change in the way we share the ...
Cleaner shrimp are small tropical crustaceans that clean their reef fish clients by removing ectoparasites. Although many client species eat crustaceans, cleaner shrimp are rarely eaten during cleaning interactions. In this talk, I discuss evidence supporting the hypothesis that cooperation between cleaners and clients is mediated by visual signals. I ...
What if the secret to “survival of the fittest†isn't strength, smarts, or power but rather the ability to connect and cooperate?Join evolutionary anthropologist and bestselling author Dr. Brian Hare and discover how cooperation and sociability have shaped the success of species like dogs, bonobos, and especially us humans.With compelling ...
Where: Cost: Free
Thursday, 08/24/23
NightLife: Pacific Island ParadiseGet ready for an unforgettable NightLife dedicated to the vibrant Pacific Islands of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. Celebrate Pasifika arts, culture, and science with a night of CHamaru food, Polynesian dance, Samoan Tatau (tattoo), and more.Featured events:Join Ponipate Rokolekutu, Assistant Professor at the Critical Pacific Islands and Oceania Studies under ...
How can translating data into compelling sensory experiences - visual, aural, multimedia, and more - make stories of the world around us resonate more deeply? As scientists, journalists, and researchers search for inventive, inclusive ways to share their data - and artists reference data to create impactful artworks - visualization, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $19.95 General, Free for members
Astronomy on Tap Santa Cruz: Transients and the Ever-Changing SkySupernovae! Neutron star mergers! What do these have in common? They are what’s known as … Transients! Short, dramatic and energetic events that occur on human timescales. Many things in the universe take millions or billions of years to change and evolve. Transients, however, can change over seconds or years, ...
On the Point Bonita Lighthouse Sunset Tour, you will enjoy stunning sunset views and learn the compelling story of this landmark. The tour will include elements of natural and cultural history as well as thought-provoking guided discussion that ties the lighthouse’s history to our present. The tour does not include ...
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Friday, 08/25/23
Sunset Science: Stars Across Cultures ft Native Skies Star Stories The night sky has had a major impact on humans throughout our existence. Often different cultures and countries adopt their own interpretation of the night sky that could change through time. Stars, constellations, the sun, and the moon have inspired stories, helped us navigate our world and let us understand ...
Where: OaklandCost: $15 General, $5 Kids, Free for Members
Our Evenings with the Stars programs are held annually as part of our Summer Series. Each year we bring world-renowned astronomers to the summit of Mount Hamilton for a night with the “stars†you won’t forget!The event activities include:Astronomy talk by “star†scientistsViewing through the historic 36-inch Great Lick Refractor ...
Water! It’s the secret to life on Earth (and everywhere, as far as we can tell!). Join us for another free Science Saturday Event: Water Wild at the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History. We will explore the role water plays in the natural history of the Central Coast, wonderful ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: Free
Stewardship Saturday: Searching for Marine Life in the San Francisco BayThis free program for high school students features rotating themes exploring the science of the Center.In collaboration with Angel Island Tiburon Ferry and The Marine Mammal Center, we invite you to adventure through the Bay waters with us! During this event, we will have the chance to search for various ...
Where: Belvedere TiburonCost: Free
Science Safari - Backyard SanctuariesThe San Franciso Bay area is an important area for a lot of different species. Whether they’re furry, feathered, or scaly, lots of animals can have difficulties trying to navigate our urban areas. Learn how you can give local animals some extra aid without having to leave your backyard! Make ...
Where: Los GatosCost: $25
Family Nature Walks - Foothills Nature PreserveEnvironmental Volunteers’ Family Nature Walks program is designed to help students and their families get to know our local open space areas. Small family groups will be guided by a knowledgeable environmental educator during an exploration of a local open space. These small groups will be introduced to fun nature-based ...
Where: Los AltosCost: Free
Nocturnal: Space, The Final Frontier - CANCELEDGrab some Romulan Ale and bring your inner Trekker to a night celebrating all the things that we love about Star Trek. This iconic collection of television shows and movies has inspired generations of science fiction fans to not only pursue careers in space science, but it has influenced culture ...
In 1705, Edmond Halley liberated humanity from the belief that comets were portents of doom; two centuries later, in 1910, as Halley’s Comet returned to perihelion, newspapers and magazines, religious leaders, misguided theorists, and shameless grifters managed to rekindle that fear. When astronomers announced that the earth would pass through ...
Where: OaklandCost: Free
City Public Star PartyCome join the San Francisco Amateur Astronomers for an evening of stargazing at Land’s End! We meet at the USS San Francisco Memorial at El Camino del Mar parking lotTelescopes will be set up to show you the craters and mountains of the Moon, planets, bright and colorful double stars, ...
Each year Lick Observatory brings world-renown musicians and astronomers to the summit of Mount Hamilton for a musical night to remember.The event activities include:ConcertAstronomy talk by world-renowned scientistsViewing through the historic 36-inch Great Lick Refractor telescopeViewing through the 40-inch Nickel Reflector telescopeAstronomy discussions with amateur astronomers and viewing through small ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $55 General
Jazz Under the StarsJazz Under the Stars is a FREE monthly public stargazing event! Occurring on the Saturday nearest the 1st quarter moon (check our Events Page), join us on the 4th floor observatory for a night of smooth jazz, bright stars, and a lot of fun! We play our jazz from CSM's own ...
