August 23, 2025 Date

Adult Programs Events

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
Science Pub: SoCal Steelhead at Arroyo Hondo
Monday, September 8
In February 2025, decades of land and species conservation efforts culminated in the successful release of over 200 critically endangered Southern California Steelhead trou...
6:30 PM–8:00 PM
Align Your Legacy With Your Values: Lunch & Learn Webinar
Tuesday, September 9
A legacy isn’t something you leave behind—it’s something you live. Learn how to align your money with your values today, while creating a roadmap for your...
12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Volunteer Educator Open House
Tuesday, September 16
Meet and mingle with our stellar group of volunteer educators and enjoy light refreshments as you learn about volunteer opportunities at the Museum and Sea Center. We can&r...
10:00 AM–11:30 AM
The Language of Birds with Nathan Pieplow
Wednesday, September 17
Presented by the Santa Barbara Audubon Society and the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
All around us, the birds are constantly telling us who they are and what they...
7:00 PM–8:30 PM
Poetry in the Bowl: An Afternoon with Keith Ekiss and Nicholas Tino Reiner
Saturday, September 20
This event is supported by the Santa Barbara Poetry Series and Gunpowder Poetry.
Join us under the oaks at the historic Coggeshall Bowl for a powerful afternoon o...
4:00 PM–5:00 PM
Fall Birding Classes with Rebecca
Monday, September 22
8 Week Field Class Mondays, September 22–November 10, 8:30–10:30 AM Meet-up locations sent via e-mail
Join expert birder Rebecca Coulter for fall migration in s...
8:30 AM–10:30 AM
Fall Birding Classes with Sophie
Wednesday, September 24
8 Week Field ClassWednesdays, September 24–November 12, 8:30–10:30 AM Meet-up locations sent via e-mail
Join expert birder Sophie Cameron for fall migration in...
8:30 AM–10:30 AM
Birds in Focus: Local Bird Photographers
Tuesday, October 7
Presented by the Santa Barbara Audubon Society and the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
Join us for this free special event featuring two 30-minute illustrated prese...
7:00 PM–8:30 PM
Mission Creek Beer Festival
Saturday, October 18
A Flavor Field GuideExplore the nature of taste through a wild and wonderful journey of artisan brewers and local foods.
The Mission Creek Beer Festival will be a unique da...
2:00 PM–5:00 PM