Lick Observatory After Hours - SOLD OUTTake a walk through the Eastside of the Lick Observatory, culminating in a visit to the iconic Shane Telescope. After a journey through time with a history lecture, we’ll transition to a night of star gazing. Experience the cosmos firsthand through our expert-led portable telescope stations.Our behind-the-scenes After Hours Tour ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $81.88
Sunset Nature WalkDiscover the San Francisco Bay’s evening wildlife on a guided walk at Ravenswood Pond SF2! We’ll explore the shorebirds that gather here at dusk, learn about the vital role of the South Bay Salt Pond Restoration Project, and share simple ways you can support the health of this important ecosystem.This ...
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
Saturday, 07/25/26
Lick Observatory After Hours - SOLD OUTTake a walk through the Eastside of the Lick Observatory, culminating in a visit to the iconic Shane Telescope. After a journey through time with a history lecture, we’ll transition to a night of star gazing. Experience the cosmos firsthand through our expert-led portable telescope stations.Our behind-the-scenes After Hours Tour ...
Some of the world’s best predators are in the ocean! Come learn about orcas, sharks, and even polar bears! You’ll hear about hunting habits to what we think makes them succeed, as we dive into some incredible top predators!30 minute presentations at 10:30 am, 12:00 pm, and 2:00 pm
As modern AI-powered and real-time applications grow, they increasingly rely on complex event-driven infrastructure. This session explores practical lessons learned from operating large-scale messaging and distributed systems in production. We will dive into the critical trade-offs regarding reliability, scalability, and observability in asynchronous environments, and discuss how architectural decisions compound ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
Tuesday, 07/28/26
All About International Observe the Moon Night 2026 - LivestreamJoin the NASA Night Sky Network, along with the International Observe the Moon Night team and experienced event hosts, to learn about this global observing program, how you can get involved, and program resources available to event hosts this year. This webinar will prepare you to hold a great International ...
Where: Cost: Free
Finding Shackleton’s 'Endurance'Join The Explorers Club Northern California Chapter at the world renowned Hopkins Marine Station for an evening with famed ship wreck explorer Mensun Bound, “Indiana Jones of the Deep”, as he recounts the two incredible searches to discover Shackleton’s Endurance. His talk will be followed up with an introduction to ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: Free
Wednesday, 07/29/26
Space Week: Astro Academy Day 1Report to Astronaut Briefing to prepare for launch, then make your way through the Science Center as you complete astronaut training, engineer a lunar rover, uncover the stories behind our historic telescopes, and take on hands-on challenges inspired by real space exploration. Collect stamps in your Mission Log as you ...
Where: OaklandCost: See weblink
Thursday, 07/30/26
Space Week: Astro Academy Day 2Report to Astronaut Briefing to prepare for launch, then make your way through the Science Center as you complete astronaut training, engineer a lunar rover, uncover the stories behind our historic telescopes, and take on hands-on challenges inspired by real space exploration. Collect stamps in your Mission Log as you ...
For 500 years, telescopes have opened windows on the cosmos with increasing power and precision. Beginning with the historic telescopes funded by Andrew Carnegie and built by George Ellery Hale atop Pasadena’s Mount Wilson, where Edwin Hubble confirmed the existence of the universe beyond our Milky Way galaxy and revealed ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22 General, member discounts
After Dark: SplashdownCelebrate unusual organisms in the Bay, and learn about how they might help us imagine extraterrestrial life.Ages 18+
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95
Emo NightLifeCaUsE tOnIgHt wIlL bE tHe NiGhT for everyone who never deleted their emo playlist.
Maps have long shown us where things are - but the future of geography is about what we can’t see. Today, satellite imagery, airborne sensors, and AI are transforming how we understand the world, revealing hidden patterns that shape climate, infrastructure, and everyday life.In this lecture, Dr. Lu Liang, Associate ...
One of the most important is proprioception, often called the "sixth sense." It's the ability to sense the position and movement of your body without looking, allowing you to walk, balance, reach for objects, and navigate the world without consciously thinking about every movement.In this lecture, Katie Wilkinson, Professor of ...
Where: San JoseCost: $27
Friday, 07/31/26
Space Week: Astro Academy Day 3Report to Astronaut Briefing to prepare for launch, then make your way through the Science Center as you complete astronaut training, engineer a lunar rover, uncover the stories behind our historic telescopes, and take on hands-on challenges inspired by real space exploration. Collect stamps in your Mission Log as you ...
Where: OaklandCost: See weblink
Lick Observatory After Hours - SOLD OUTTake a walk through the Eastside of the Lick Observatory, culminating in a visit to the iconic Shane Telescope. After a journey through time with a history lecture, we’ll transition to a night of star gazing. Experience the cosmos firsthand through our expert-led portable telescope stations.Our behind-the-scenes After Hours Tour ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $81.88
Saturday, 08/01/26
Community-access Hiking Day at Martin Griffin PreserveConnect with the land at Martin Griffin Preserve, a stunning landscape of nearly 1,000-acres of mixed evergreen forest and open hillsides overlooking the Bolinas Lagoon. This biologically rich preserve supports more than 25 species of mammals, 90+ species of landbirds, 13 species of reptiles, and 8 species of amphibians, making ...
Where: Stinson BeachCost: Free
Space Week Festival Day 1Prepare for liftoff at the Space Week Festival! Gather your crew and enjoy a celebration of exploration, discovery, and the wonders of the universe! Chat with an astronaut, learn more about NASA’s Artemis missions, and try your hand at interactive science demonstrations and creative crafts in an action-packed day of ...
Where: OaklandCost: $24 Adults, $19 Youth, Seniors, Students
Vintage Computer FestivalCome and explore an extraordinary showcase of historical computers, from pristine originals to ingenious modern hacks. Computer enthusiasts around the world look forward to the annual Vintage Computer Festival.Experience hands-on demos of historical systems from the 1960s through the 1990s, learn preservation tips, and try out brands like Apple, Atari, ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: $42 General, $35 Senior/Student/Military
Bay DayBay Day is back! Time for our NOAA buoy to have its annual servicing, and for us to meet all the critters that have grown on the buoy in the past year. Aspiring marine scientists of all ages can join researchers and ecologists for a close look at these organisms, ...
First Saturday Tours are a wonderful way to introduce yourself to the Arboretum or to deepen your knowledge of the Arboretum’s plant collections. Each tour is a little different depending on the time of year, the interests of the tour guide, and the people who join in. For example, you ...
Where: Santa CruzCost: Free with admission
Are There Gray Foxes in Your Backyard?On a walk/talk from the Visitor’s Center out into the refuge, Bill "The Fox Guy" Leikam will show you how to identify indications of the presence of foxes, and tell stories about gray foxes that he’s studied and learned from. Bill will answer questions along the way and at the ...
Where: FremontCost: Free
Lick Observatory After Hours - SOLD OUTTake a walk through the Eastside of the Lick Observatory, culminating in a visit to the iconic Shane Telescope. After a journey through time with a history lecture, we’ll transition to a night of star gazing. Experience the cosmos firsthand through our expert-led portable telescope stations.Our behind-the-scenes After Hours Tour ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $81.88
Sunday, 08/02/26
Space Week Festival Day 2Prepare for liftoff at the Space Week Festival! Gather your crew and enjoy a celebration of exploration, discovery, and the wonders of the universe! Chat with an astronaut, learn more about NASA’s Artemis missions, and try your hand at interactive science demonstrations and creative crafts in an action-packed day of ...
Where: OaklandCost: $24 Adults, $19 Youth, Seniors, Students
Vintage Computer FestivalCome and explore an extraordinary showcase of historical computers, from pristine originals to ingenious modern hacks. Computer enthusiasts around the world look forward to the annual Vintage Computer Festival.Experience hands-on demos of historical systems from the 1960s through the 1990s, learn preservation tips, and try out brands like Apple, Atari, ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: $42 General, $35 Senior/Student/Military
Solar ObservingIt’s there for us year round, lighting our days and providing energy for our lives, so maybe it’s time to give it a closer look. Join SJAA for amazing and detailed views of the Sun, and be assured that we’ll be using special telescopes that will keep your eyeballs perfectly ...
As organizations increasingly adopt AI technologies, establishing effective governance frameworks is essential to managing risk, maintaining trust, and enabling responsible innovation. In this session, I will provide an introduction to AI governance and the foundational components of a successful governance program. We will explore responsible AI principles and policies, approaches ...
Quantum Computer Music: The Soundtrack of Our Future in SpaceIf humanity steps beyond Earth, how will our culture, art, and music reshape themselves?By harnessing the strange, wave-like physics of the quantum realm, next-generation sensors are already redefining space exploration and off-world navigation. At the same time, quantum computers are opening a radical new frontier for human artistic expression.Join us ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Part of NightLife
Friday, 08/07/26
LASERS! Galactic Odyssey at The Tech InteractiveStep into a full-sensory experience where music becomes light. LASERS! at The Tech transforms The Tech Interactive's Dome Theater into a stunning canvas of color, motion, and sound, using cutting-edge laser technology to create immersive visual journeys synced perfectly to music.Lasers! Galactic Odyssey combines animated stories, abstract imagery, and a ...
Where: San JoseCost: $16.00
First Friday Nights at CuriOdysseySwing into the weekend with science, animals, music, food trucks, and fun! On the first Friday of every month, parents and kids celebrate together at CuriOdyssey.Dance to some of your favorite hits, while enjoying animal presentations and science activities. Activities and programs are different each time, so make it a ...
Where: San MateoCost:
Lick Observatory After Hours - SOLD OUTTake a walk through the Eastside of the Lick Observatory, culminating in a visit to the iconic Shane Telescope. After a journey through time with a history lecture, we’ll transition to a night of star gazing. Experience the cosmos firsthand through our expert-led portable telescope stations.Our behind-the-scenes After Hours Tour ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $81.88
Saturday, 08/08/26
Family Nature Adventures: ReptilesThis Months Theme: Reptile Roundup - Discover the Cold-Blooded Creatures of the Forest!Slither, crawl, and explore the world of reptiles that inhabit the redwood forest!Interactive Workshop: Learn about local reptiles, from snakes and lizards to turtles, and discover how they survive in their unique environments.Guided Nature Walk: Head into the ...
Where: OaklandCost: $25 Adults, $35 Youth 3 - 8, $15 off for members
LASERS! Galactic Odyssey at The Tech InteractiveStep into a full-sensory experience where music becomes light. LASERS! at The Tech transforms The Tech Interactive's Dome Theater into a stunning canvas of color, motion, and sound, using cutting-edge laser technology to create immersive visual journeys synced perfectly to music.Lasers! Galactic Odyssey combines animated stories, abstract imagery, and a ...
Where: San JoseCost: $16.00
Lick Observatory After Hours - SOLD OUTTake a walk through the Eastside of the Lick Observatory, culminating in a visit to the iconic Shane Telescope. After a journey through time with a history lecture, we’ll transition to a night of star gazing. Experience the cosmos firsthand through our expert-led portable telescope stations.Our behind-the-scenes After Hours Tour ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $81.88
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 ...
Join us as we explore the marine mammals just under our Golden Gate bridge. We will learn about California sea lions at PIER 39, harbor seals, dolphins and even whales that come into the bay.30 minute presentations at 10:30 am, 12:00 pm, and 2:00 pm
Where: SausalitoCost: Free with admission
Tuesday, 08/11/26
Wonderfest: Genetics of Extinction (& Survival) + Next-Gen Meds with Light & ElectricityIt’s a science double feature! Wonderfest presents two half-hour talks - each followed by Q&A (of course) - by outstanding UC Berkeley researchers:Biologist Dr. Stephen Gaughran on The Genetics of Extinction (and Survival) - Species are now disappearing faster than at any point in the last several million years. Decades of ...
Where: NovatoCost: Free
Wednesday, 08/12/26
Total Solar Eclipse Watch PartyJoin us at Pier 15 for a live broadcast of the total solar eclipse!Since 1998, the Exploratorium and NASA have worked together to broadcast stunning images of solar eclipses from around the world. This summer, our team of scientists and educators is ready to bring you the latest visuals from ...
After Dark: Unplug and PlayYour monthly invitation to hang out and try something new - play science trivia, find your community, and connect deeply.Ages 18+
With the release of the Spielberg blockbuster “Disclosure Day,” there has been great public interest in UFO claims and cases. In this illustrated, non-technical talk, astronomer Andrew Fraknoi will discuss the scientific, skeptical understanding of UFO (or UAP) claims. He will show what really happened in several famous cases, including ...
Where: Cost: Free
Saturday, 08/15/26
Lick Observatory After Hours - SOLD OUTTake a walk through the Eastside of the Lick Observatory, culminating in a visit to the iconic Shane Telescope. After a journey through time with a history lecture, we’ll transition to a night of star gazing. Experience the cosmos firsthand through our expert-led portable telescope stations.Our behind-the-scenes After Hours Tour ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $81.88
Twilight Marsh WalkExperience the salt marsh at twilight on an easy stroll along refuge trails (about 0.6 miles). You will learn about the habitats at the refuge, the wildlife it protects, why the refuge was established and why it is just as important for us. This program is led by USFWS volunteer ...
Where: FremontCost: Free
Twilight Marsh WalkExperience the salt marsh at twilight on an easy stroll along refuge trails (about 0.6 miles). You will learn about the habitats at the refuge, the wildlife it protects, why the refuge was established and why it is just as important for us. This program is led by USFWS volunteer ...
Where: FremontCost: Free
Sunday, 08/16/26
Lick Observatory After Hours - SOLD OUTTake a walk through the Eastside of the Lick Observatory, culminating in a visit to the iconic Shane Telescope. After a journey through time with a history lecture, we’ll transition to a night of star gazing. Experience the cosmos firsthand through our expert-led portable telescope stations.Our behind-the-scenes After Hours Tour ...
Deep-ocean predators depend on patchy prey resources embedded within a poorly understood physical environment, making it difficult to determine how oceanographic variability structures prey fields and shapes predator behavior at bathypelagic depths. Using goose-beaked whales in the Southern California Bight as a case study, I will synthesize recent work combining ...
As software delivery accelerates, traditional testing approaches struggle to keep pace with Agile and DevOps environments. Modern systems demand more than automated test cases - they require a shift toward quality engineering practices that embed reliability, scalability, and continuous feedback into every stage of development.This talk explores how test automation ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
Thursday, 08/20/26
After Dark: ExtraterrestrialIs anyone out there? Decode cosmic signals, imagine alien life, and dive into other possibilities offworld.Ages 18+
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95
Gardening for Birds of Prey - Lessons from the Urban RaptorsIn recent years, a pair of Bald Eagles built a nest in Mountain View Cemetery and on an Alameda golf course. Peregrine Falcons call the Campanile home along with other buildings and bridges in the region. Dozens of Osprey nests line the East Bay shoreline from Hayward to Vallejo. And as ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Open Question: Extraterrestrial - Is there Live in Outer Space?As we learn more about exoplanets and other worlds, experts expect that we will soon discover life beyond Earth, an exciting (and perhaps concerning) prospect. But how do we define intelligent life? And how does our imagination prepare us for the potential discovery - and its impact on the world ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $22.95
Raptors in the Concrete JungleYou’ve heard the gossip; you’ve seen the headlines. In recent years, Bay Area Bald Eagles built nests in a school yard in Milpitas, in Mountain View Cemetery in Oakland, and on an Alameda golf course. Peregrine Falcons have called UC Berkeley’s Campanile Tower home along with other buildings and bridges ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free
Friday, 08/21/26
Lick Observatory After Hours - SOLD OUTTake a walk through the Eastside of the Lick Observatory, culminating in a visit to the iconic Shane Telescope. After a journey through time with a history lecture, we’ll transition to a night of star gazing. Experience the cosmos firsthand through our expert-led portable telescope stations.Our behind-the-scenes After Hours Tour ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $81.88
Saturday, 08/22/26
Wildlife tracking hike in the Sonoma ValleyJoin us for an engaging, curiosity-led morning of wildlife tracking at Bouverie Preserve with trail camera project manager, Kate Remsen. This hike and workshop is designed to welcome nature enthusiasts of all experience levels - no prior tracking knowledge needed. Whether you’re fascinated by wildlife, curious about trail cameras, or ...
Where: Glen EllenCost: Free
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 ...
Join us as we explore the marine mammals just under our Golden Gate bridge. We will learn about California sea lions at PIER 39, harbor seals, dolphins and even whales that come into the bay.30 minute presentations at 10:30 am, 12:00 pm, and 2:00 pm
Where: SausalitoCost: Free with admission
Lick Observatory After Hours - SOLD OUTTake a walk through the Eastside of the Lick Observatory, culminating in a visit to the iconic Shane Telescope. After a journey through time with a history lecture, we’ll transition to a night of star gazing. Experience the cosmos firsthand through our expert-led portable telescope stations.Our behind-the-scenes After Hours Tour ...
