July 2, 2025 Date

Adult Programs Events

Nature Journaling in the Park
Wednesday, July 2
Come to Rocky Nook Park and nature journal with us! Nature journaling is an enjoyable and relaxing practice to inspire mindfulness, attention, and connection to the natural...
3:30 PM–5:00 PM
Adventures of the Mars Ingenuity Helicopter
Thursday, July 10
The Mars Ingenuity Helicopter's 72 flights across Mars were filled with discovery and inspiring moments. Overcoming operational and Martian challenges, every record was set...
7:30 PM–9:00 PM
Science Pub: Sensitive Amphibians of California
Monday, July 14
It’s not easy being amphibious: habitat loss and pollution have put amphibians at risk worldwide. Join us to learn about two notable California species facing threats...
6:30 PM–8:00 PM
Members-only Happy Hour with S.B. Poet Laureate George Yatchisin
Friday, July 25
Looking for an exclusive escape from the dog days of summer? We extend a special invitation to you, our esteemed Members, for a unique happy hour under the oaks in the Muse...
5:30 PM–7:00 PM
Macrophotography in the Butterfly Pavilion
Tuesday, July 29
Grab your macro lens and spend 90 minutes surrounded by winged wonders in the beautiful garden of Butterflies Alive! 
For these photographer-only sessions, tripods are...
8:30 AM–10:00 AM
How to Build a Habitable World
Friday, August 1
Understanding planetary habitability is one of the major challenges of the current scientific era. Though traditionally viewed through the lens of our home planet and its e...
7:30 PM–8:30 PM
No Science Pub in August
Monday, August 11
Hello Science Pub fans! Please note that our monthly series of free science talks goes on vacation in August. 
In the meantime, enjoy our playlist Scien...
6:30 PM–8:00 PM
Macrophotography in the Butterfly Pavilion
Tuesday, August 19
Grab your macro lens and spend 90 minutes surrounded by winged wonders in the beautiful garden of Butterflies Alive! 
For these photographer-only sessions, tripods are...
5:00 PM–7:30 PM
Galactic Atmospheres & Galactic Rain
Friday, September 5
Looking at spiral galaxies like our own, the spiral disk of gas and stars hogs our focus. The big spherical halo of gas that engulfs such systems is the underappreciated ga...
7:30 PM–9:00 PM
Mission Creek Beer Festival
Saturday, October 18
Join us for beer, nature, and science! The Mission Creek Beer Festival will be a unique day under the oaks at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Local restaurants...
2:00 PM–5:00 PM