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< Back to all programs Caltech Y Used Gear Sale Wednesday | August 20th | 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM To Participate: Just show up! About The Caltech Y is hosting our popular Used Gear Sale on Wednesday, August 20th from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. Stop by the Caltech Y (505 S. Wilson Ave.) to check out a variety of used equipment including: Tents Backpacks Office supplies And much more Don't miss out on a chance to walk out with a deal! Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Leo Carillo State Park Day Hike Free* August 2nd To Participate: https://forms.gle/zzvkWw7c9Jw6nGPr5 About Join the Caltech Y Outdoors for a day hike exploring the Leo Carrillo State Park and Beach! This will be a mellow hike. We will start with a short trail up the ridge to get views of the coastline, followed by a hike along the beach. We will depart from Caltech at 8am and return by 4pm. Please bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and at least 2L of water. Please also pack a light lunch and snacks. You must provide your own transportation to and from the trail, and carpooling is encouraged. We will send out group contacts to help participants self-organize carpools. Please be prepared to chip in around $15 for gas costs. Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Camp Rise $0 July 7th - July 25th | Caltech Campus | Flexible commitment To Participate: https://airtable.com/appSI834cgUs9UoSe/pagsJD4l2JS7jJShq/form About Camp Rise is a hands-on summer program designed for energetic 3rd–6th grade students. Developed through the Rise Program, it aims to strengthen early math skills and spark curiosity in math and science. In partnership with STEAM:Coders and STEMulate Learning, students rotate through engaging stations in math, art, and coding, and enjoy interactive science demos and lab tours. Volunteer opportunities: 9:00–10:30 AM – Support students at math-focused stations featuring games, activities, and worksheets. (Minimum commitment: 4 sessions) 1:00–2:00 PM – Lead or assist with science demonstrations, hands-on activities, lab tours, or outdoor play. (Minimum commitment: one day/one hour) This is a fun and rewarding opportunity to give back, inspire young learners, and share your passion for STEM. Questions: Contact rise@caltech.edu Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Adaptive Surfing Volunteer Opportunity Free * Saturday | June 21st | 7:00 am - 2:00 pm | Santa Monica Beach To Participate: https://forms.gle/UcfvsXAa6RMPE5kW6 About Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Fresh Fruit Friday Free Fri | June 6 | 3-5 pm | Caltech Y Lawn To Participate: just come! About Take a break before finals and join us for some healthy snacks and refreshments. Friday, June 6 between 3 and 5 pm, the Caltech Y front yard will be set up with a wide variety of Fresh Fruit... and veggies, and other healthy food options that you can enjoy on the spot or take for the week ahead. Grab and go or hang out for a while and relax with music and refreshments. Fill your bag with berries, melon, carrots, cucumbers, nuts, and more as supplies last. Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs SASS Lunch - Science Communication by Design: Art, Comics, and the Intersection of Science and Storytelling Free Tuesday _ June 3rd | 12-1 PM | Chen 130 To Participate: https://forms.gle/tkjpuyHSVYwUxR9k7 About Join us at lunch on June 3rd for a lively and thought-provoking discussion on Science + Comics and Art + Science, featuring Dr. Saurja DasGupta (University of Notre Dame), Argha Manna (Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar), and Dan Goods (NASA JPL). Explore how storytelling, art, and science intersect to engage new audiences and spark curiosity in unexpected ways. Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Pasadena Showcase 2025 $0 ($40 value) Volunteer for a 2-hour shift to help raise funds for the Caltech Y—plus receive a free ticket to tour the home and gardens! To Participate: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRlT8Cqj_4xo7TOpQy31VwdBSRUjvEWG6Gh5LzloADpm-bAQ/viewform About Join Pasadena Showcase 2025 as they present a majestic 1928 Monterey Colonial estate, surrounded by several acres of magnificent gardens designed by one of the earliest female landscape architects. Volunteers are needed to help make this spectacular event a reality. For every shift completed, the Pasadena Showcase donates funds to the Caltech Y. As a thank you, volunteers who complete a 2-hour shift will receive a complimentary ticket to tour the showcase house immediately following their shift (a $40 value). Interested in volunteering? Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRlT8Cqj_4xo7TOpQy31VwdBSRUjvEWG6Gh5LzloADpm-bAQ/viewform Whether you volunteer or purchase a ticket, attending the Pasadena Showcase is an extraordinary experience. Explore beautifully designed rooms by leading interior designers and enjoy the on-site restaurant, bar, and marketplace. Pasadena Showcase is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting music and the arts through one of the nation’s largest and most successful home and garden tours. Important Notes for Volunteers: By signing up, you are committing to that time. Changes must be made at least 10 days in advance. After that, you are responsible for finding a replacement. There is a strict dress code : Professional or Business attire is expected, including slacks, suits, dresses, skirts, blouses, nice pants suit and colored shirts. Jeans are not allowed. Questions? Contact: caltechy@caltech.edu Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Explore LA Tickets: LA Philharmonic - Gershwin & Strauss Ticets: $24 Saturday | May 24th | 8:00 PM To Participate: https://forms.gle/JM2PZQytrALQ6KF58 About On Saturday, May 24th at 8:00 pm, join the Caltech Y for Gershwin & Strauss presented by the LA Philharmonic Orchestra at the magnificent Walt Disney Concert Hall! Jean-Yves Thibaudet performs Gershwin’s Concerto in F, a showpiece he says exudes the “utter joy” that leaves every member of the audience and orchestra with a “smile on their face.” Richard Strauss’ Also sprach Zarathustra was made famous by Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey , but beyond the brass and bombast lies a symphonic poem that channels nature, science, and questions of the unseen world. Teddy Abrams leads the LA Phil in this orchestral showpiece and Caroline Shaw’s The Observatory, inspired by the experience of looking down at Los Angeles and up at the night sky from Griffith Observatory. Tickets are limited and first-come first-serve with sign-up opening on Thursday, May 15 at 4:00 pm. Those who receive tickets will be notified, and sent an invoice in order to make payment electronically. Transportation is not be provided; however, group contact information will be provided for those who would like to carpool or ride share. Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs LEAP Project Donation Drive $0 Collecting donations until April 30th To Participate: https://leap.caltech.edu/action About The LEAP Project will be working with two high schools from La Puente this quarter, Glen Wilson High School and William Workman High School. The donation drive will be launched on Monday, March 3rd 2025, and will last throughout the Winter and early Spring quarter. We will be reaching out to the entire Caltech campus as well as local businesses that have expressed interest in providing donations. Items requested include: Electronic balance Glassware (Graduate cylinders, Erlenmeyer flasks, beakers, burets) Water bath Hot plates Microcentrifuge Stirring hot plate Micropipettes and tips pH meter Thin layer or liquid chromatography Stereo or Compound microscopes Incubators and Ovens Protective equipment (gloves, lab coats) Interested donors can reach out to LEAP by filling up a survey form on https://leap.caltech.edu/action . More information on requested items can be found on https://leap.caltech.edu/action Previous Program Next Program

< Back to all programs Stargazing Campout Free * Saturday, May 24th - 3:00 pm to Sunday, May 25th - 3:00 PM To Participate: https://forms.gle/FuTarU8sFCvyTuhZ7 About Join us for a quick stargazing trip to one of Southern California's best stargazing spots, Blair Valley in Anza-Borrego Desert State park! We will be visiting on a new moon, and so with enough luck we will have perfect stargazing conditions. Additionally, those interested can opt in to join us for a stop in San Diego before our return to campus later on Sunday. We will plan on going to the beach and visiting some San Diego landmarks. The trip will depart Saturday afternoon and return by 3PM on Sunday, or later if opting for the San Diego portion. Participants will have to arrange for their own transportation or travel with others - details and contact information will be shared among participants so you can arrange for carpools. There is no fee, however you should plan to help cover some of the cost for gas / vehicle wear of the vehicle you will be in ($30-$40 each is suggested) and for purchasing meals while going and returning. Previous Program Next Program

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Courses Decompression Friday | Dec. 6 | 3:00 to 5:00 PM Read More Joshua Tree Camping Trip Saturday - Sunday | Dec. 7 - 8 | Transportation not provided (campers will organize carpools themselves | Cost: Free ($50 to drivers) Read More Explore LA: Nutcracker Magical Ballet - Tickets Sale Friday | December 13 | 8PM Transportation not provided (attendees can organize carpools themselves | Cost: $35 Read More JPL's Blended Worlds Exhibit Thursday | November 21st | Light Dinner & Transportation provided | Free Choose: 5:30 to 8:00 PM or 6:30 to 9:00 PM Read More Union Station Homeless Dinner Service December 13th | 5:00 to 9:00 PM | 412 S. Raymond Ave. Pasadena | Spaces Limited | Dinner Provided Read More Pasadena LEARNs - Monthly Science Demos Once a month | Friday | 3:00-5:00 PM Read More Rise Tutoring Monday-Thursday | 4:30-6PM | 1 day/week commitment at Caltech, Online, or John Muir High School Read More Young Legends Tutoring Flexible Schedule | 1 hour/week or 2 hours/every other week Read More Union Station Birthday Club & Dinner December 6th | 4:45 to 9:00 PM | 825 E Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena | Spaces Limited | Dinner Provided Read More DC Science Policy Trip Dec. 15th to Dec. 19th | More Info + Applications Due by Oct. 24 | $650 (Round-Trip) | $425 (One-Way to DC) | $200 (No Transportation – meet in DC) Read More Geneva Global Policy Spring Break Trip-Info Coming Soon Read More Hastrup Award UG or G | up to $5,000 Solo or $6,000 Pairs | Explore your family background or another culture | More Info + Applications due by Noon, Oct. 28th Read More