Register herefor the online LASER: 12pm California time. Program for the online LASER: Catherine Wagner (Mills College) on "TBA" Ilan Stavans (Amherst College) on Octavio Paz Victoria Shen (Media Artist) on "TBA"
Openwater was founded in 2016 to explore an idea: What if advancements in fields as diverse as consumer electronics, semiconductor device physics, and artificial intelligence could come together for a future where the profound act of curing disease becomes a reality for all, transcending borders and transforming the course of ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22 General, discount for members
Gary Steinberg (Stanford) on "Stem cell therapy for stroke" Joshua Landy (Stanford) on "Literature and the Brain" Susan Clark (Stanford) on "The interstellar Medium and its Impact on Cosmological Models Location: LiKa Shing Building, Room LK101
Elephant seals were hunted to extinction at Point Reyes over 150 years ago, but in 1980, the colony recolonized the Point and gradually spread throughout the peninsula. Younger colonies may exhibit novel behaviors such as male altruism and adaptations to changes in climate. Marine protected areas such as national seashores ...
Where: Cost: Free
The Future of Humanoid RobotsWith the growth of modern AI, we're seeing a robotics renaissance. Humanoid robots are stepping out of science fiction and into our daily lives. But what does that mean for us?Join industry innovators as we explore how these machines are reshaping our expectations of technology, companionship, and what a healthy relationship ...
What happens when you turn ghost hunts and pseudoscience fairs into classroom assignments? In this talk, I’ll share how students test extraordinary claims firsthand, from running critical thinking demonstrations for high school audiences to tackling the CFIIG paranormal challenge and even going on an annual ghost hunt. Along the way, ...
Where: Cost: Free
Friday, 12/12/25
Morning Hike at Bear Creek RedwoodsJoin us for this beautiful hike! A POST volunteer will share a few words about POST’s decades of conservation success before the hiking group explores a strenuous but mostly shaded 5.4 mile hike with ~900 feet of elevation gain.In one of the county’s best preserved, second-growth coastal redwood forests, we’ll ...
Foothills Family Nature WalkJoin us at Foothills Nature Preserve for a family-friendly nature walk, guided by EV docents. Good for ages 6 and up; all children must be accompanied by an adult.Please click the link to register via EventBrite. Participation is free, but space is limited.
Where: Los AltosCost: Free
Hydrogen-Powered Boat Ride with SWITCH MaritimeMuseum guests can now take a free cruise on the Sea Change, the world’s first commercial zero-emissions ferry powered 100% by hydrogen fuel cells. The Sea Change is developed and owned by SWITCH Maritime.Founded in 2018, SWITCH Maritime has been working for over five years to build the Sea Change, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free with museum admission
Family Bird WalkJoin us on a fun, family, feathered Family Bird Walk! This program is especially recommended for families with children ages 5-10.Let family walks become a shared time of nature learning! We’ll begin by helping kids create their personal bird watching field guides, and then head out onto the trails to ...
Where: FremontCost: Free (RSVP required)
Bair Island Sunset StrollJoin Peninsula Open Space Trust for a walking tour at the Bair Island Unit of the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge! You’ll be guided by POST ambassadors who will share the history of this beautiful protected space, information about the species that live there, and what you ...
Where: Redwood CityCost: Free
City Public Star PartyCome join the San Francisco Amateur Astronomers for free public stargazing of the Moon, planets, globular clusters and more!The event will take place in Tunnel Tops National Park, parking is located adjacent to Picnic Place (210 Lincoln Blvd for GPS) with the telescopes setup in the East Meadow.Dress warmly as conditions ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free
Starry Nights Star PartyJoin the San Jose Astronomical Association (SJAA) and Santa Clara County Open Space Authority (OSA) for an unforgettable night of exploring the night sky. Our knowledgeable docents, members of SJAA, will be your guides to providing valuable insights into the wonders of our universe. The viewing site, Rancho Canada del ...
Where: Morgan hillCost: Free
Geminid Meteor Shower Watch PartyGet ready to light up the chilly December night with wonder at our Geminid Meteor Shower Watch Party! Under the vast winter sky, the Geminids will dazzle with their brilliant streaks of light, a celestial gift from the asteroid 3200 Phaethon. As Earth sails through trails of cosmic dust, these ...
Where: OaklandCost: $15 General, $7 Ages 2 - 12
Sunday, 12/14/25
Marine Science Sunday - Seal and Sea Lion Superstars of 2025Visit our hospital and visitor center in Sausalito, California, to learn more about what The Marine Mammal Center is doing to help save marine mammals found along the California coast and beyond, and learn more about how you can help.These interactive presentations hosted by our award-winning educators feature multimedia, pictures, ...
Come out to the Palo Alto Baylands for a day of outdoor exploration and interactive activities. Get ready to immerse yourself in nature and learn about the environment in a fun and engaging way.Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or just looking for a unique way to spend the day, this event ...
Albert Einstein: “One thing I have learned in a long life: that all our science, measured against reality, is primitive and childlike - and yet it is the most precious thing we have.” This quotation graces the very top of Wonderfest’s large-format Layers of Scientific Understanding (LoSU) poster. In the ...
