Skulls and pelts have a secret language of their own, look closely and they’ll share the story of how they lived. Stop by Metcalf Motorcycle County Park any time between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm to discover how different skulls and pelts unravel the mysteries of how animals thrive in nature.
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Park Interpreter leads 3‑4‑mile hike in Almaden Quicksilver County Park, exploring shifting values and the transformation from mining site to park.
Dearly Departed transforms Alter Ego Cocktail Club into an elegant vampire lair with theatrical Halloween cocktails served in themed glassware and a black‑leather menu.
Paper Plane transforms into a Victorian‑era haunted mansion with candlelit cemetery scenes and a specialty cocktail menu served in custom glassware.
Make butter from scratch and taste it on breads at the Plant Science Center's Emma Prusch, for ages 7–10 and adults 18+.
Late‑afternoon hike in Alum Rock Park searching for wandering male tarantulas, guided by a YSI naturalist who explains their habits and ecosystem role, ages 5 and up.
Volunteer to weed invasive plants and prune for fire mitigation in Alum Rock Park, with tools, instruction, and required water, snacks, sunscreen, and long sleeves.
Assist in caring for the Arboretum and demonstration gardens at Martial Cottle Park while learning about urban forestry.
Park staff install and maintain a multi-functional hedgerow, demonstrating its landscape benefits and upkeep techniques.
Hands‑on composting workshop at Martial Cottle Park, hosted by the UC Cooperative Extension Compost Education Program.
A Santa Clara County Master Gardener presents a talk on converting backyards into habitats for birds, bees, butterflies, and other wildlife using native plants, ages 10+, free.
Interactive planting session at Veggielution Community Farm explores biodiverse urban food forests and their ecosystem benefits.
A one‑hour tour at Casa Grande explores local cinnabar mining, mercury processing, and miners’ lives during the California gold rush.
