Events
- Annual STEM Conference — Nov 2-11
- Exploring the Deep Frontier — Nov 3
- Marine Mammal Research Tour — Nov 16
- Fun with Science at LLN Laboratory — Nov 18
- Science Festival Discovery Days — Nov 28
- County Science Fair — Dec 10-16
- Sharing Our Success — December 15, 2012
- Lab Tour — Monterey Marine Lab — Jan 5
- Tech Girls at Apple — Jan 5
- STEM Meet and Greet — Jan 10
- Girls Technology Day — Jan 12
- Lab Tour — Timbuktu Genetics — Jan 20
- The Tech Museum, TechLab Tour — Jan 21
- Learning Robotics Class — Feb 2-3
- Robotics Competition — Feb 4-10
- Tech Fair — Mar 9-17
- Lego® Engineering — Mar 15-17
- Chat with a Scientist — Mar 30
- Free Day at the Exploratorium — Apr 6
- Star Party at Lick Observatory — Apr 21
- Exploring the California Academy of Sciences — Apr 28
- Symposium of Engineers — May 3-5
New Events
Exploring the Deep Frontier
Nov 3, 10:00 am
Visit the DOER facility where underwater robotics, submersibles, and subsea systems are designed, engineered, built, and tested before being deployed on missions around the world. Organized by Deep Ocean Exploration Research.
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# of Attendees: 25
Cost: Free
Registration/Sign-up: Reservations are required. Reserve your spot by calling (831) 555-3800.
Additional Information: DOER is family friendly. Closed toe, low/no heel shoes are required. Our facility is located in an active marina/boatyard so watch for forklifts and other active equipment when entering/exiting the building.
Location: DOER Marine, 1827 Clement Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
Marine Mammal Research Tour
Nov 16, 2:00–3:30 pm
Go behind the scenes at Long Marine Lab. Learn about the work of scientists and their studies of dolphins, seals, sea lions, and whales. Tour is best suited for adults and children over 10 years of age. Space limited, free with admission. Reservations required: (831) 459-3800. Organized by Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Lab-UCSC
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# of Attendees: Space Limited to 12
Cost: Free with Admission
Registration/Sign-up: Reservations are required. Reserve your spot by calling (831) 555-3800.
Additional Information:
For adults and children over 10 years old.
Location: 100 Shaffer Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Fun with Science at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Nov 18, 10:30AM & 1:30 PM
Come to the Discovery Center at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory for Fun with Science! Fun with Science is a program intended to spark kids’ interest in science through entertaining demonstrations and hands-on activities. The program demonstrations align with fifth grade California State Science Standards and covers topics such as rainbows and light, states of matter, chemistry, electricity, density, air and pressure. Can be enjoyed by individuals of all ages. Fun with Science is held at the Discovery Center at the corner of N. Greenville and Eastgate Dr. in Livermore. Each session is 1 1/2 hours long and space is limited. The Discovery Center will be open to the public from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
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Cost: Free
Registration/Sign-up: Reservations are required. Reserve your spot by calling (831) 555-3800.
Additional Information: Discovery Center Open to the public from 10:00am-4:00pm
Sharing Our Success
December 15, 2012
Over 200 girls in grades 6–12 will experience the opportunity to come together for a night of networking and hands-on demonstrations. Using the theme Science, Technology, Engineering and Math...Grow Your Future, participants will enjoy a night of networking with successful women who have combined their education and work experiences in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) along with diverse interests to pursue a wide variety of careers. See hands-on demonstrations and ask questions. Hear dynamic women share their stories of how technology has set them apart in the workplace and led to fulfilling careers. For ten years Girl Power has provided girls an opportunity to meet successful women in the technology industry.
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Saturday, December 15, 2012, from 10:00 AM – 1:15 PM
Apple Worldwide Headquarters
1 Infinite Loop, Cupertino, CA
- 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM Registration, Refreshments, Networking and Hands-on Demonstrations
- 12:15 AM – 1:00 PM Program
- 1:00 PM – 1:15 PM Door prizes and wrap-up
Tech Girls at Apple
January 5, 2013
Tips and tricks for gadgets and software for your digital life given by two of our Apple mentors obsessed with anything digital. These monthly sessions are geared specifically to educators interested in integrating technology into their curriculum. Companion blog, forums and resources at: http://techchicktips.net/
Girls Technology Day
January 12, 2013
Are you in grades 8, 9 or 10? Want to hear from inspiring speakers and work on computer science, engineering and robotics projects? Learn about different careers that are available.
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Saturday, January 12, 2013, from 10:00 AM – 1:15 PM
Lockheed Advanced Technology Center
77 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA
Sample of the breakout sessions:
- Cyber Security
- Vex Robotics
- Mobile Apps
- Gaming
- 3d Modeling
- Programming
- Technology Careers
The Tech Museum, TechLab Tour
Jan 21, 2:00–3:00 pm
Join us for a 1-hour preview of The Tech’s new Digital Fabrication Lab, complete with a 3D printer, laser cutter, and more. We'll be designing and prototyping our new museum exhibits in this space for guests to see, and we'll have a dedicated space to test out exhibits with guests. The TechLab will also showcase how digital fabrication tools are changing the way products are developed. We'll ultimately be offering a variety of Maker/Hacker programs and workshops in the space, joining the movement for FabLab learning and Makerspaces in communities and schools.
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# of Attendees: 50
Cost: Free with museum admission
Registration/Sign-up: Reservations are required. Reserve your spot by calling (831) 555-3800.