Chabot Space and Science Center Family Astronomy
Explore the wonders of astronomy through delicious and edible creations! This interactive workshop is designed to introduce children to the vastness of space, the planets, and other celestial objects, all while having a scrumptious educational experience. Let’s embark on this cosmic culinary adventure together, concluding with free public telescope viewing. Guests will receive complimentary hot cider and hot chocolate. (Program does not include after-hours general admission or the planetarium.) Public telescope viewing will begin at 7:30pm.
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Chabot Space and Science Center Family Astronomy
Explore the fascinating history, diverse cultural customs, and ancient rituals associated with the Winter Solstice. You’ll learn about the shortest day of the year, the various types and stages of night and twilight and how different cultures around the world celebrate this celestial event, from lighting candles and bonfires to creating handmade decorations and sharing stories. Guests will receive complimentary hot cider, hot chocolate, and cookies.
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CuriOdyssey's Sensory Sundays
Sensory Sundays are designed for guests of all ages who are neurodivergent, have sensory sensitivities, and/or have a difficult time in large groups or museum settings.
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Exploratorium's Storytime Science for Kids: Glow—Garden of DeLIGHTs
Celebrate winter festivities and the Glow exhibition with a science-themed storybook read-aloud, followed by a related activity geared toward young children (and their grown-ups). We’ll be making lanterns in honor of Glow, and you’re sure to be amazed by the beauty of your own paper-circuit creation.
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The Lawrence Hall of Science: Bioplastic Holiday Ornaments
Get into the holiday spirit with a festive activity in our Hands-on Biotech exhibit! Merrymakers will craft eco-friendly holiday ornaments using bioplastic–a cutting-edge material that’s as sustainable as it is fun. Let your creativity shine as you decorate your ornaments with festive flair, and take home a tree-worthy masterpiece. Embrace sustainability and celebrate the holidays at our one-of-a-kind bioplastic ornament workshop!
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Exploratorium Saturday Cinema: The Art + Science of Luminous Animations
Celebrate the Exploratorium’s winter exhibition Glow: Discover the Art of Light with radiant animations, both meditative and kinetic. Five short films capture the holiday spirit, the translucent elements of nature, the radiance of winter’s starry skies and ancestral stories, and the science of salt crystals shaped like jeweled snowflakes.
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The Lawrence Hall of Science: Bioplastic Holiday Ornaments
Get into the holiday spirit with a festive activity in our Hands-on Biotech exhibit! Merrymakers will craft eco-friendly holiday ornaments using bioplastic–a cutting-edge material that’s as sustainable as it is fun. Let your creativity shine as you decorate your ornaments with festive flair, and take home a tree-worthy masterpiece. Embrace sustainability and celebrate the holidays at our one-of-a-kind bioplastic ornament workshop!
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Chabot Space and Science Center Family Nature Adventures
Join us on an exciting journey into the enchanting world of fungi! Our hands-on workshop is specially designed for young children who are curious about the magical organisms that can be found all around us. Through interactive activities and captivating stories, children will discover the fascinating wonders of fungi and their incredible role in nature.
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Cal Academy's Welcome Winter Night
Kick off the winter season with the Academy’s evening event for science fans of all ages! See what our animals get up to after hours and enjoy special themed activities like live reindeer viewing, cookie decorating, magic shows, and more. Whether you’re a curious child or adult, our holiday event promises to inspire and create cherished memories for all.
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Exploratorium's Storytime Science for Kids: Glow—Garden of DeLIGHTs
Celebrate winter festivities and the Glow exhibition with a science-themed storybook read-aloud, followed by a related activity geared toward young children (and their grown-ups). We’ll be making lanterns in honor of Glow, and you’re sure to be amazed by the beauty of your own paper-circuit creation.
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Chabot Space and Science Center First Fridays
Despite December being the darkest month of the year for the Northern Hemisphere, it is a time to light up the night with a celebration of different cultures. For First Friday: Light Up the Night, join us at Chabot Space & Science Center for an evening filled with exciting hands-on activities, shows, guest speakers and more! This is fun for the whole family!
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CuriOdyssey's First Friday Nights
Come together as a family, visit early, and stay late!
Swing into the weekend with live music, a food truck, animals and fun! On the first Friday of every month, from 5 pm until 8 pm, parents and kids celebrate together at CuriOdyssey.
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Exploratorium's Storytime Science for Kids: Glow—Garden of DeLIGHTs
Celebrate winter festivities and the Glow exhibition with a science-themed storybook read-aloud, followed by a related activity geared toward young children (and their grown-ups). We’ll be making lanterns in honor of Glow, and you’re sure to be amazed by the beauty of your own paper-circuit creation.
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Chabot Space and Science Center Celebrating Indigenous Peoples
Join Chabot Space & Science Center as we partner with local Indigenous artists, storytellers, scientists, and business owners to celebrate Native American Heritage Month with our community. Learn about star stories of the night sky that the local Ohlone people have passed down over many generations. Enjoy art and music created by local Indigenous artists. The Planetarium shows for the day will feature Indigenous stories and videos.
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Cal Academy 'Tis the Season for Science
There’s snow place like the Academy during the holidays! Explore our winter wonderland between November 17 and January 7, with indoor flurries, icy science experiments, spirited performances, and more.
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Lawrence Hall of Science Storytelling with Cafe Ohlone
Have you ever wondered about the indigenous traditions of Berkeley and the East Bay? Join us to hear Ohlone storytellers sharing their culture! Bring a blanket and a snack to our Outdoor Nature Lab and hear Cafe Ohlone co-founders Vincent Medina and Louis Trevino tell Ohlone stories while taking in a beautiful Bay Area sunset.
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Chabot Space and Science Center Family Nature Adventures
Join us every 2nd Saturday for Nature Adventures where we’ll take a deep look into a different aspect of the surrounding redwood forest. Your adventure includes a hands-on workshop, access to scientific tools and instruments, a simple snack, and a short exploration work into the forest. We’ll explore themes like forest animals, insects, and trees to name a few.
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Chabot Space and Science Center First Friday
Did you know there are scientists that study glowing organisms, a whole agency looking for alien life, and people that are designated asteroid hunters? This First Friday we will explore the surprising world of the unknown side of science. Spend the evening learning about some of the lesser-known interesting fields of science with guest speakers, workshops and science demonstrations for the whole family!
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Exploratorium's Storytime Science for Kids: Halloween Edition
Celebrate Halloween all month long with a science-themed storybook read-aloud followed by a related activity geared toward young children (and their grown-ups). Come hear a story, get hands-on, and learn something new with the Exploratorium’s own Vivian Altmann!
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