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Dr. Pascal Lee, a planetary scientist with the SETI Institute, will discuss whether we are alone in the universe at a Silicon Valley Reads program set for Feb. 1, 2-3 p.m., at the Milpitas Library.
SETI, the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence, is an alien technology hunt that is now in its seventh decade. Lee first proposed that while there are likely many advanced civilizations across the universe, there may actually be very few within any given galaxy. He will explain the factors that come into consideration in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence, why we might be alone in our galaxy, what it means for the future of human interstellar travel and why SETI should aim to detect advanced civilizations in other galaxies.
The theme for the 2025 Silicon Valley Reads is “Empowering Humanity: Technology for a Better World.” Throughout February and March, Silicon Valley Reads will offer over 150 free events in partnership with schools, libraries, and community organizations across Santa Clara County.
Some events require advance registration. For a complete calendar of events and registration information, visit siliconvalleyreads.org/calendar.
Young Writers Contest
Jack London State Historic Park is accepting entries for its 10th annual Young Writers Contest for sixth- through-eighth-grade students. Entries should be short stories about a group of friends on a camping trip who get stranded in the wilderness and discover a mysterious set of footprints.
For contest rules and entry forms, visit https://jacklondonpark.com/annual-young-writers-contest. The contest closes at 11:59 p.m. on March 31, and winners will be announced by April 21. Prizes are $300, $200 and $150 for first, second and third place, respectively.
