The Ghost Lab: How Bigfoot Hunters, Mediums, and Alien Enthusiasts Are Wrecking Science - LivestreamIt’s hard to deny the growing cultural rift between traditional institutions and a rapidly expanding landscape of paranormal belief. In his latest book, The Ghost Lab: How Bigfoot Hunters, Mediums, and Alien Enthusiasts Are Wrecking Science, Matthew Hongoltz-Hetling examines how widespread distrust in science, government, and media has fueled a ...
Where: Cost: Free
After Dark: Natural IntelligenceWith the pervasiveness of AI, the word intelligence is suddenly everywhere. But what really defines intelligence? Think, feel, and sense outside the box this Thursday night, and consider different ways to understand the world, from the humanities and the arts, to nature and Indigenous ways of knowing. How can we ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95
NightLifeWhen the lights dim, the museum comes alive at NightLife. With live DJs, hand-crafted drinks, glowing lights, and 60,000 live animals (including familiar faces like Claude, our alligator with albinism), the night is sure to be wild.Plus, you can:Explore our two newest exhibits, Dino Days and Unseen Oceans: Roam among ...
Learn about the biology of these charismatic birds, the largest North American shorebird: their habitats, nesting requirements and migratory journey. Learn how satellite technology is uncovering some of their mysteries and is connecting communities from the mountains of Idaho to coastal California.Speaker: Heather Hays, Intermountain Bird ObservatorySee weblink for connection ...
Where: Cost: Free
Friday, 07/25/25
Galaxies in Motion - SOLD OUTAlthough it may be counterintuitive, our Universe is an incredibly dynamic place, ever in motion and ever changing. In fact, the study of how objects move is a key part of how astronomers build an understanding of their nature. However, the timescales involved in these motions are typically very long, ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $29 General + Fee
Saturday, 07/26/25
Shark Kingdom Live! IMAX + Q&A at The Tech InteractiveCalling all shark fans! Experience the new The Tech Interactive in Downtown San Jose. You’ll come face-to-fin with great whites, whale sharks, and other ocean giants in jaw-dropping detail, in the safest way possible.But the adventure doesn’t end when the credits roll. Stick around for an exclusive live Q&A with ...
Where: San JoseCost: $45 general, $35 Sr., student, child, $10 members
Healthy HomesIn this workshop, led by the San Francisco Environment Department, you’ll learn how to make non-toxic cleaners, identify harmful ingredients in store-bought products and discover safer alternatives. Plus, learn about effective non-toxic pest control methods and how to safely dispose of hazardous household products through local collection programs. Depending on ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Climate talks: Reuse revolution part twoJoin for part two of Climate Talks: Reuse Revolution, a discussion about tackling the plastic pollution crisis, featuring experts in reuse policy making. Whether or not you made it to part one, you’re welcome to jump in and be part of the conversation! Part two will explore how reuse is a powerful ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Wonderfest: Gravity as a Quantum ComputerBy allowing space and time to bend, Einstein’s theory of gravity, General Relativity, explains how apples fall, how planets move, how the universe expands, and how black holes form. Quantum Mechanics, on the other hand, describes subatomic physics - in a very different language that seems incompatible with General Relativity. ...
Where: NovatoCost: Free
Wednesday, 07/30/25
Ancient Skies, Modern Tools: Stellarium in the ClassroomJoin the ASP's Shanil Virani, Cosmic Engagement Specialist, for a 3-workshop Educator Series - Ancient Skies, Modern Tools: Stellarium in the ClassroomA three workshop series for astronomy educators to learn to use the free astronomy visualization software Stellarium in the classroom. Experienced educators from the ASP will showcase Stellarium’s applicability ...
Where: Cost: $120 for all 3 workshops
Space Week: Family Adventures in SpaceGet ready for a full day of epic space adventures! From astronaut training and rocket launches to rover building and habitat design, you’ll explore what it takes to live and work in space. Earn mission stamps as you complete challenges and fill your mission log to win stellar prizes!Designed for ...
As ocean temperatures rise, coral reefs face increasing threats, but not all corals respond the same way. Some show remarkable resistance to heat stress. In this talk, I share recent work identifying heat-tolerant coral colonies in Belize and discuss how these findings can inform the future of reef conservation and ...
Astronomy on Tap: Baton Rouge - LivestreamOur Cosmic Oasis and the Search for Life BeyondSpeaker: Dr. Carlos Gary-BicasHunting Ghost Particles Across the UniverseSpeaker: Dr. Hanyu WeiClick here to watch
During this birdy hour, Amy will explore a new perspective on bird ecology: the microbiome. She'll discuss what we currently know about the microbial communities that live in and on birds, and how these microbes may influence health and development. Focusing on our local population of California gulls, Amy will share ...
