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Italian Architect Renzo Piano in San Francisco
opening_weekend.jpgAfter 10 years of planning, three years of construction, and one year of migrating across town, the California Academy of Sciences will open its doors to the public for the first time on Saturday, September 27.

Enjoy a two-day celebration of historic proportions in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park. The festivities on Saturday will begin at 8:30 am, when Italian Architect Renzo Piano, Executive Director Greg Farrington, Mayor Gavin Newsom, and other officials commemorate the completion of the new Academy with an opening ceremony.
A host of activities will continue through Sunday, spreading throughout the Music Concourse in front of the Academy. Enjoy live music and dance performances. Sample sustainably-sourced food from all over the world. Marvel at Chinese acrobats, and see a band perform on "found" instruments like bottles, saws, and birdcages. Meet conservationists and green living experts. Scale a rock-climbing wall.
And that is just what's outside the Academy. Inside, visitors will be able to explore the four-story rainforest, Philippine coral reef, living roof, and many other awe-inspiring exhibits for the first time. On Saturday, September 27, the Academy will be open from 9:30 am - 9:00 pm and admission will be free. On Sunday, September 28 (the first paid admission day), the Academy will be open from 9:30 am - 5:00 pm.

More detail about Opening Weekend here.

 
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Marin Italians is a group of Italians in the San Francisco Bay Area who meet regularly to promote Italian language, culture, businesses and activities.
Events are focused on Marin County and North Bay.

Our Members meet on a regular basis for outings, conversation practice, social events, playdates  and announce interesting educational opportunities.