BubbleFestGet ready to be blown away at Bubblefest! Step into a world of wobbly wonders and popping surprises as bubble experts showcase the coolest tricks and mind-blowing science behind bubbles. From rainbow-colored bubbles to bubble art masterpieces, find something awe-inspiring for everyone! Dive into the action with hands-on bubble experiments, ...
oin Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) and Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority (OSA) in welcoming master falconer and educator Antonio Balestreri to Laguna Seca in North Coyote Valley! Guests will experience several of our native raptor species, including an American Kestrel, Peregrine Falcon, Barn Owl, Great Horned Owl, and the ...
Where: San JoseCost: Free
Monday, 06/23/25
Every Day, Computers are Making People Easier to UseSummer Shorts are one-time events open to OLLI @Berkeley members and non-members. Each Short features acclaimed speakers discussing issues impacting the state of our country, Constitution, and shared humanity.David Temkin is the editor-in-chief of In Formation, a magazine focused on what tech is doing to us. He’s been a software ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: $40 General, $20 OLLI Members
The prevailing scientific view of the fundamental nature of homosexuality has undergone a significant evolution in the last several decades. Where once the scientific and medical establishment maintained an unqualified belief that homosexuality was a form of psychological deviance, today a solid majority of psychiatrists and psychologists themselves believe that ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22 General in person, $5 Online
Abundance is a reform movement to build a better government. Jen Pahlka is one of its leading lights. Drawing from her experience as founder of Code for America and co-founder of the United States Digital Service and her current work with agencies and Congress as a senior fellow at the ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $8.24
32 Years of Observing North Pacific Blue Whales - what their body conditions tell us - livestreamWe turn our attention to the leviathans of our seas, of our planet, the blue whale. In this talk, marine mammal biologist and recipient of our chapter's recent research grant, Jessie Meyer, will share his study results. As a measure of health, body condition has been increasingly used to assess ...
Love may not “make the world go ’round,” but it surely makes the ride more joyous. The outward displays of love are familiar and simple: a reassuring touch, a passionate kiss, a bedtime story told to a drowsy child. But what is going on inside the brains of people in ...
Join the ASP's Brian Kruse, Director, Teacher Learning Center and Formal Education for a series of workshops on the Nuts and Bolts of teaching astronomy.In this two-hour workshop, join experienced teachers who have taught astronomy to cover the “nuts and bolts'' of what a telescope is and how it works. ...
Christina Hiromi Hobbs (Stanford Arts) on "Collective Histories of the Asian American Women Artists Association" Kurt Behrendt (Art Historian) on "The Mandalic Aesthetic" Maya Man (Internet Artist) on "Chance Encounters: Internet Art, Algorithms, and Authenticity" Click here to register or here.
SETI LIVE: LaserSETI UpdateOn Exhibit in London and a New Station in Puerto Rico A major new exhibition at the Natural History Museum in South Kensington, Space: Could Life Exist Beyond Earth?, runs from May 17, 2025, to January 4, 2026, and will feature a complete LaserSETI instrument on display. The exhibit explores ...
Much like a viral contagion, misinformation can spread rapidly from one mind to another. Moreover, once lodged in memory, falsehoods are difficult to correct. Inoculation theory offers a natural basis for developing a psychological “vaccine” against the spread of fake news and misinformation. Is it possible to pre-emptively “immunize” millions ...
Where: Cost: Free
After Dark: Pride: Queer ScienceCelebrate Pride Month at the Exploratorium! The soulful Tory and the Teasers return for a gripping performance that will have you grooving on the floor. Learn about the fascinating history of the 606 Social Club, a secret society for queer and trans naturalists. Explore the variety of forms family can ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95 General, free for members
PRIDE NightLifeCelebrate love, equality, and the rainbow spectrum of self-expression at NightLife's annual PRIDE event.
Where: San FranciscoCost: Varies
The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta: connections and complexity - LivestreamIn this talk, Aaron Kaiman will discuss the connections that created and define the Delta from its formation to its ecology and, biodiversity. The talk will also explore some of the ecological and social complexities the Delta embraces and faces.Click here to watch the talk.
Where: Cost: Free
Friday, 06/27/25
California Lizards & Where to Find ThemJoin us for a special night learning about the wonderful world of lizards with Dr. Emily Taylor! Dr. Taylor will be telling stories from her latest book: California Lizards and Where to Find Them and answering audience questions. This is a talk for learners of all ages and small refreshments ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: $10 General, $5 Members and child 10 and under
Storms Fast and Slow: How Planets Form and Evolve - SOLD OUTThere are more planets in the Milky Way than there are stars. But how does some dust and gas around a newborn star turn into a system of planets, and what does this process leave behind? We'll explore these questions by looking at both our Solar System and the hundreds ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $29 General + Fee
Saturday, 06/28/25
Stewardship Saturday: Organizing OystersThis free program for high school students features rotating events along our 600-mile range exploring various realms of conservation.Join Wild Oyster Project and The Marine Mammal Center as we learn more about some of our favorite filter feeders! Through this event you will have the opportunity to support the work ...
Where: AlamedaCost: Free
Foothills Family Nature WalkEnvironmental Volunteers’ Family Nature Walks program is designed to help community members get to know our local open space areas. Small 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 activities, and a ...
Where: Los AltosCost: Free
Music of the Spheres - The History of the Cosmos (and our understanding of it)There is strong evidence that our Universe is roughly 13.8 billion years old, that it has expanded and evolved from the Big Bang to today, forming in the process stars, galaxies, and a rich network of larger-scale structures. I will review the history of our universe and its composition, including ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $60 General + Fee
Jazz Under the StarsJazz Under the Stars is a FREE monthly public stargazing event! Usually occurring on the Saturday nearest the 1st quarter moon (check our Events Page), join us in Building 36 on the 4th floor observatory for a night of smooth jazz, bright stars, and a lot of fun! We play our jazz ...
