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		1 Birds at Bolinas Lagoon Birds at Bolinas Lagoon Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… New Year’s Hike: Plants & People New Year’s Hike: Plants & People January 1, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Free, Docent-led Nature Walk at Edgewood Natural Preserve Plants & People: Stories Carry out your resolutions to exercise and learn more about the natural world! Start the New Year hiking with Friends…	2 New Year’s Hike: Plants & People New Year’s Hike: Plants & People Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Nature for Kids: Deer Island Nature for Kids: Deer Island January 2, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm It’s the middle of winter, it’s wet and cold. Salamanders, slugs, and millipedes are easy to find, but where do they go during the dry months? And where are the…	3 Nature for Kids: Deer Island Nature for Kids: Deer Island Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Marshland Ecology at Bothin Marsh Marshland Ecology at Bothin Marsh January 3, 2013 9:30 am – 10:45 pm Join Ranger Don Grafe for an exciting nature walk especially designed for children. Bring the entire family to learn about conservation and marshland ecology with activities and games! Dress in…	4 Marshland Ecology at Bothin Marsh Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	5 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Birds at Bolinas Lagoon Birds at Bolinas Lagoon January 5, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm We’ll start the day looking for land birds in the willows and alders of Pine Gulch Delta, and then we’ll scan the waters of this unique estuary that attracts a… Junior Rangers: Indian Valley – People and Natural Habitats Junior Rangers: Indian Valley – People and Natural Habitats January 5, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Join us for the new Junior Ranger program, created to teach youth about outdoor skills, natural history and environmental stewardship. The program is intended for 7-12 year olds, though explorers… Seed Propagation Seed Propagation January 5, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm It all begins with a seed! Learning GROW BIOINTENSIVE seed propagation techniques will help you have a more productive and efficient garden. This class will explain making your own healthy… Trekking the Model Trekking the Model January 5, 2013 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Join a ranger guided tour of the Bay Model, a 1.5 acre hydraulic model of San Francisco Bay and Delta. Discover the stories of the two major operations that took… Double-Digging and Bed Preparation Double-Digging and Bed Preparation January 5, 2013 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Double-digging is the first step in a GROW BIOINTENSIVE garden. Learn how easy, fun and productive this method can be. Learn what makes soil healthy and how to create it…
6 Double-Digging and Bed Preparation Double-Digging and Bed Preparation Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Paradise Bird Box Workshop Paradise Bird Box Workshop January 6, 2013 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Join rangers to learn about cavity nesting birds and the benefits of hosting a box. We will assemble and hang bird nesting boxes just in time for the upcoming breeding…	7 Paradise Bird Box Workshop Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	8 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	9 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… History of the Delta History of the Delta January 9, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Learn about the history of the delta – from the early 1800s up to 2012 – from framing, discovery of gold, railroad building, and levee building to the present time…	10 History of the Delta History of the Delta Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Loma Alta – Old Railroad Grade Loma Alta – Old Railroad Grade January 10, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm We will enjoy a slow stroll along the old railroad grade, a route that takes us in and out of a series of forested valleys separated by open grassland and…	11 Loma Alta – Old Railroad Grade Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	12 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Waterfall Walks: Cascade Canyon Waterfall Walks: Cascade Canyon January 12, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Meet a ranger for a tour in this lush canyon to view a cascade nestled amidst the trees. A discussion of creek ecology, watersheds, and water conservation will be included… Rose Pruning and Care Rose Pruning and Care January 12, 2013 10:30 am – 1:30 pm Encourage beautiful, profuse flowering with winter pruning and proper care. Learn about the very best soil and amendments for healthy, happy roses. Mulches are also discussed. The class will go… Wildflower Trails of Mt. Diablo Wildflower Trails of Mt. Diablo January 12, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm The following are the upcoming Wayne Rogers Lectures for the 2012 – 2013 winter season at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden. Lectures begin at 10:30. January 12, 2013 Wildflower trails of Mt.… Run of the Salmon Run of the Salmon January 12, 2013 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Years later and many millions of dollars invested, the endangered Chinook population is not recovering in ways hoped. What have scientists recently discovered? Is it something in the water? Find… History of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers History of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers January 12, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Join Ranger Bill to learn about the “When/Where/Why/What/ How,” the diverse, complex, many faceted missions, goals and objectives of the USACE’s “Birth” in 1775 under General George Washington. Kayaking and Hiking the Laguna Presentation by David Bannister, Executive Director, Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation Kayaking and Hiking the Laguna Presentation by David Bannister, Executive Director, Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation January 12, 2013 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm Learn how to get around the Laguna by foot or by boat. In his presentation, David will share where the access points are, where you can go from there, what…
13 Kayaking and Hiking the Laguna Presentation by David Bannister, Executive Director, Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation Kayaking and Hiking the Laguna Presentation by David Bannister, Executive Director, Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Birds of Rush Creek with David Wimpfheimer Birds of Rush Creek with David Wimpfheimer January 13, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm The combination of tidal wetlands, oak woodland, grasslands, and shrub habitats makes Rush Creek Preserve one of the most diverse sites in the county. On this 4 mile, one-way walk…	14 Birds of Rush Creek with David Wimpfheimer Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	15 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	16 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	17 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Birds at Stafford Lake Birds at Stafford Lake January 17, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm This reservoir on upper Novato Creek is a great place to see a variety of winter birds. We’ll stroll along the shore and enjoy flocks of ducks, while keeping an… Mammals of Marin at McNears Mammals of Marin at McNears January 17, 2013 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Stay warm and cozy inside the McNears Beach snack bar and learn about the mammals of Marin. Chief Park Ranger Rob Ruiz will discuss the habits and identifying characteristics of… BLUEMIND: Putting The Science of Emotion Into Ocean Conservation – Speaker Series BLUEMIND: Putting The Science of Emotion Into Ocean Conservation – Speaker Series January 17, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Dr. Wallace J. Nichols believes that the environmental “Green Movement” misses the boat with ocean conservation. “J,” as he is known, proposes a makeover, what he calls a “Blue Movement,” and…	18 BLUEMIND: Putting The Science of Emotion Into Ocean Conservation – Speaker Series Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	19 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Central Coasting: Diverse Marine Algae Central Coasting: Diverse Marine Algae January 19, 2013 8:00 am – 5:00 pm The following are the upcoming Wayne Roderick Lectures for the 2012 – 2013 winter season at the Regional Parks Botanical Garden. January 19, 2013 Central coasting, with emphasis on our diverse marine… SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp January 19, 2013 9:00 am – January 21, 2013 2:00 pm SOMA Camp is an annual gathering of mushroom enthusiasts sponsored by the Sonoma County Mycological Association. This three-day weekend is held in January, and is packed with activities, lectures, and… Soil Foodweb Soil Foodweb January 19, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Learn how to greatly boost your garden’s health through increasing biological life. There is a whole universe of living organisms under your feet. Soil contains essential life you can either…
20 Soil Foodweb Soil Foodweb Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp January 19, 2013 9:00 am – January 21, 2013 2:00 pm SOMA Camp is an annual gathering of mushroom enthusiasts sponsored by the Sonoma County Mycological Association. This three-day weekend is held in January, and is packed with activities, lectures, and…	21 SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp January 19, 2013 9:00 am – January 21, 2013 2:00 pm SOMA Camp is an annual gathering of mushroom enthusiasts sponsored by the Sonoma County Mycological Association. This three-day weekend is held in January, and is packed with activities, lectures, and… Nature for Kids: Mt Burdell Nature for Kids: Mt Burdell January 21, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm We’ll take a winter walk at this beautiful preserve looking for cold weather critters. If we’re feeling adventurous, we might even head up to Hidden Lake to see if we…	22 Nature for Kids: Mt Burdell Nature for Kids: Mt Burdell Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… 2013 VALLEY OF THE MOON Nature Lecture Series: California’s Stately Cranes 2013 VALLEY OF THE MOON Nature Lecture Series: California’s Stately Cranes January 22, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm International Crane Foundation Gary Ives Awe-inspiring and with a prehistoric call, stately gait, and elegant choreography, the Sandhill Crane continues to inspire everyone. Gary will discuss the 3 subspecies of Sandhill Crane…	23 2013 VALLEY OF THE MOON Nature Lecture Series: California’s Stately Cranes 2013 VALLEY OF THE MOON Nature Lecture Series: California’s Stately Cranes 2013 VALLEY OF THE MOON Nature Lecture Series: California’s Stately Cranes Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… White Hill Hike White Hill Hike January 23, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm We’ll aim for lunch at the summit, but we’ll make the 1,000 foot ascent at a pace that will allow us to find plenty of mushrooms, birds, and other wildlife… California’s Sandhill Crane Lecture California’s Sandhill Crane Lecture January 23, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Learn about the stately Sandhill Crane as part of the Valley of the Moon Nature Lecture Series! Awe-inspiring and with a prehistoric call, stately gait and elegant choreography, the Sandhill Crane…	24 California’s Sandhill Crane Lecture California’s Sandhill Crane Lecture California’s Sandhill Crane Lecture Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Exploring Earth’s Crust Exploring Earth’s Crust January 24, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Seismology uncovers hidden secrets beneath our feet – Free public lecture by U.S. Geological Survey geophysicist Walter Mooney During the past century, scientists have dissected the outer layer of our planet with… “Rebels With a Cause” Sonoma County Viewing “Rebels With a Cause” Sonoma County Viewing January 24, 2013 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm REBELS WITH A CAUSE is an award-winning documentary about the people who saved Point Reyes National Seashore and the GGNRA for all of us. Produced by local filmmakers Nancy Kelly and…	25 “Rebels With a Cause” Sonoma County Viewing Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	26 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Attracting Beneficial Critters Attracting Beneficial Critters January 26, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm You will be treated to a living-color PowerPoint presentation of plants and gardening practices that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, song birds, bees, lizards, and other beneficials. Learn to identify beneficial predators… On the Trail of Jewel Flowers On the Trail of Jewel Flowers January 26, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm The following are the upcoming Wayne Roderick Lectures for the 2012 – 2013 Winter season at the Regional Parks Botanical Garden. January 26, 2013 On the trail of Streptanthus (jewel flowers) from… Raptor Identification Workshop & Hike at Rush Ranch Raptor Identification Workshop & Hike at Rush Ranch January 26, 2013 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Join Larry Broderick for an interactive presentation covering raptor natural history and threats, the importance of habitat conservation, acquisition and restoration, identification methods, and a book review. The presentation will… “Reflections on Water” Marin Watershed Photography GALA RECEPTION “Reflections on Water” Marin Watershed Photography GALA RECEPTION January 26, 2013 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm Reflections on Water: Marin Watershed Magic, a photographic exhibition celebrating the life and beauty of Marin County creeks, will open at the Bay Model Visitor Center in Sausalito on January… Soil, Food Towers, and Salad Walls Soil, Food Towers, and Salad Walls January 26, 2013 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm The California Native Garden Foundation presents: Soil, Food Towers, and Salad Walls On Saturday, January 26, 1 to 3 (new time!), Brian Debasitis will talk about creating great soils for food towers,… Wild Watersheds Wild Watersheds January 26, 2013 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Northern California is made up of whole areas that resemble large funnels. The rainy season can turn a babbling brook into a river, and a river into a natural force… Fish Feeding Frenzy Fish Feeding Frenzy January 26, 2013 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm Help Ranger Bill feed the hungry inhabitants of our fresh and saltwater tanks. Watch the different feeding styles of rock cod, sea stars, and steelhead trout. Junior Rangers: Night Hike at Ring Mountain Junior Rangers: Night Hike at Ring Mountain January 26, 2013 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm Join us for the new Junior Ranger program, created to teach youth about outdoor skills, natural history and environmental stewardship. The program is intended for 7-12 year olds, though explorers…
27 Junior Rangers: Night Hike at Ring Mountain Junior Rangers: Night Hike at Ring Mountain Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Mushrooms at Indian Valley Mushrooms at Indian Valley January 27, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm The lush forests of this Novato preserve are an ideal place to see a variety of mushrooms. We’ll talk about their identification and the important role that fungi play in…	28 Mushrooms at Indian Valley Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	29 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Gull Workshop with Alvaro Jaramillo Gull Workshop with Alvaro Jaramillo January 29, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Workshops with Alvaro Jaramillo, Birder and Naturalist Put your birding into an ecological context! These workshops incorporate ecology, evolutionary biology, behavioral ecology, and natural history to complement bird identification information taught…	30 Gull Workshop with Alvaro Jaramillo Gull Workshop with Alvaro Jaramillo Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… History of Marinship History of Marinship January 30, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Join Ranger Bill as he facilitates an in-depth discussion on the history of the Marinship Shipyard at the Bay Model built by the Bechtel Corporation at the request of President…	31 History of Marinship History of Marinship Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Birds at Bolinas Lagoon Birds at Bolinas Lagoon January 31, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm We’ll start the day looking for land birds in the willows and alders of Pine Gulch Delta, and then we’ll scan the waters of this unique estuary that attracts a…

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