One Week Until Nature Night ♻️ at San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum!
We are one week away from our Nature Night event! Celebrate our planet and find your passion for sustainability and conservation on March 23 from 5:00pm to 7:30pm. Through hands-on activity booths and an endless amount of fun, children will learn about: Cleaning up our oceans from microplastics with Algae Research and Supply Wolves with California Wolf Center The importance of trees with Tree San Diego Composting with Republic Services Native plants and butterflies with San Diego Botanic Garden How worms are helpful in the garden with Hidden Valley Community Farm Snakes and lizards with San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy...
Experience Bioluminescence, Cocktails, & Ocean Wonders At Birch Aquarium!
Discover the wonders and mysteries of the ocean after dark at Birch Aquarium. This month features an interactive station that demonstrates how movement causes bioluminescent plankton to glow! Search for bioluminescent and biofluorescent species around the aquarium Discover the research happening at Scripps Oceanography Sip on glowing craft cocktails and mocktails Dance to live music and play glowing games Note: This is a 21+ event. Book now!
Meet Fuzzy Friends & Fun at Fun Animal Friday at San Diego Children
Join us onsite for Fun Animal Friday with San Diego Humane Society! Calling all animal lovers! Mark your calendars for Fun Animal Friday, a special event happening right here at the museum in collaboration with the San Diego Humane Society. Join us on Friday, March 29th from 10:00am to 11:30am for a morning filled with furry friends and fun activities. The San Diego Humane Society will be introducing their canine ambassadors, offering a chance to meet these adorable pups up close. There will also be a live presentation to learn more about the Society's work, a heartwarming storytime session, and...
Roar into Adventure! Dino Days Live at The Grand Ritz Theater in Escondido!
Roar into Adventure! Dino Days Live at The Grand Ritz Theater! Get ready for a prehistoric adventure at The Grand Ritz Theater! Field Station: Dinosaurs brings their brand new family musical to life with two showtimes on April 1st: 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM. This interactive show will transport your children back in time and around the world, encountering everything from fierce velociraptors to adorable baby dinos. The highlight? A mesmerizing glow-in-the-dark puppet theater featuring a mighty Tyrannosaurus Rex that will take the audience on a thrilling flight! Don't miss this unforgettable experience! Use promo code "Grand" for special $15...
Discover the Wisdom of Plants: Folk Herbal Medicine Workshop at SDBG!
Learn to connect with nature's healing power at our Folk Herbal Medicine Workshop on Saturday, April 6th! Join herbalist Corinne Feinberg as she guides you through an intuitive approach to understanding plants and their medicinal benefits. In this workshop, you'll: Explore the folk tradition of herbalism, focused on building a relationship with the natural world. Learn how plants can support your well-being, both physically and emotionally. Discover how to create simple herbal remedies. Experience the joy of connecting with nature through playful learning and meditation. Corinne Feinberg, a seasoned herbalist, will share her knowledge through a blend of direct experience...
Unveiling the Mystery: Atmospheric Rivers Lecture at CW3E!
Curious about the science behind "rivers in the sky"? Join CW3E Deputy Director Julie Kalansky on Monday, April 8th, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM for a fascinating lecture on Atmospheric Rivers. Dive Deep into Atmospheric Rivers: Learn how scientists are unraveling the causes and consequences of these powerful weather systems. Discover the impact of climate change on the frequency and intensity of Atmospheric Rivers. Gain Insights from CW3E's expert researcher, Julie Kalansky. Expand Your Knowledge of Weather! This free lecture is a perfect opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of these impactful weather phenomena. For more information
Capture Ocean Wonders with Gyotaku at Birch Aquarium at Scripps!
Calling all aspiring artists and ocean enthusiasts! Learn the fascinating art of Gyotaku (pronounced Gee-oh-tak-oo) at Birch Aquarium. A Traditional Technique with a Scientific Twist: Gyotaku, dating back to the 1800s, was used by Japanese fishers to document their catches. Now, you can create your own artistic record of a fish using this unique technique. This free, interactive experience (included with aquarium admission) Don't miss out! Head to Birch Aquarium and try your hand at Gyotaku today! Buy Tickets Here
Sign Up For Summer Wildlife Camps at Living Coast Discovery Center!
It's that time of year again! Summer Wildlife Camps are set for June and July at the Living Coast Discovery Center. Camps are open to Pre-K through 9th graders who love nature, animal encounters, games, and outdoor activities. Kids will discover science and conservation while increasing their passion and knowledge of local wildlife. Please note: Summer Camp registration will open approximately 2-3 weeks after Spring Camp closes on March 29. Located on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge, this non-profit zoo and aquarium offers interactive nature experiences for animal-lovers of all ages. With daily animal presentations, guided hikes, composting...
Celebrate Earth Day with a Splash! Party for the Planet at Birch Aquarium!
Birch Aquarium CA
ALL AGES, INCLUDED WITH ADMISSION, SEASONAL Mark your calendars for a splash of eco-fun! Birch Aquarium is hosting "Party for the Planet," a free, family-friendly event celebrating Earth Day. This Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) initiative highlights the wonders of our ocean planet and empowers everyone to take action for a healthier tomorrow. Get ready to groove to an hourly dance party powered by people, not electricity! Explore interactive stations showcasing how we can tackle environmental challenges together. But the fun doesn't stop there! Contribute to a unique upcycled kelp art project led by Barrio Logan's Sew Loca. Engage...
Get Ready to Party: Birch Aquarium Celebrates Earth Day with Fun, Family-Friendly Event
Birch Aquarium at Scripps 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA
Get Ready to Party: Birch Aquarium Celebrates Earth Day with Fun, Family-Friendly Event Enjoy live music, a community art project and science stations on April 22-23 and 29-30! La Jolla, CA (March 15, 2023) — This Earth Day, Birch Aquarium is throwing a Party for the Planet, offering guests a fun opportunity to celebrate our ocean’s biodiversity and learn how they can take action to make a difference. As the public outreach center for Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego, the aquarium aims to connect families to the ocean through research, play and social learning that support healthy habitats. Held over two weekends, Party...