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Please join us for a presentation about the state of the earth’s environment by NCCCA president Joe Houde. This is the second of a three-part series. In part two we will further examine six planetary boundaries (PBs): biodiversity, freshwater, land systems, nutrient cycles, novel entities, and atmospheric aerosol loading. “Tipping Points” and “Overshoot” will also be covered. We will conclude by exploring how PBs can be used as a framework to spur action needed for improvements in prioritizing improved health, a green economy, social equity, and achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). There will be time allotted for Q&A. There is no charge for this online event, but you must register in advance. Once you do, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to join the meeting. This will also enable us to inform you if there are any last-minute announcements, instructions, or other information. Thank you. To Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_L3-RszoRGO-9V4dk6zATA#/registration North County Climate Change Alliance on Facebook / Instagram

Each year the ARCS Foundation, San Diego Chapter, a non-profit organization led entirely by women, hosts a Scientist of the Year fundraiser to honor a preeminent local scientist. This year’s honoree, Dr. Rob Knight, has dedicated his career to the study of microbiomes–the microorganisms that live in the environment and the human body. His research is relevant for a wide range of practical applications, and his affiliations on campus reflect the deep interdisciplinary nature of his work. Knight is a professor in the Department of Pediatrics in the UC San Diego School of Medicine; and a professor in the Shu Chien-Gene Lay Department of Bioengineering and the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the UC San Diego Jacobs School of Engineering, where he is also the founding director of the UC San Diego Center for Microbiome Innovation. Also at UC San Diego, Knight is affiliated with the Halıcıoğlu Data Science Institute (HDSI) and the Institute for Engineering in Medicine (IEM). ARCS San Diego invites you to join them for a celebration of science and scientists that is set for Sunday, April 13 (4-8 p.m.) at The Conrad Performing Arts Center in La Jolla. In addition to honoring Dr. Knight, the program will pay tribute to this year’s ARCS Scholars – all 50 of them – along with distinguished ARCS Scholar alumna, Dr. Kathryn Patras, Assistant Professor of Molecular Virology and Microbiology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. All funds raised at this event will support future ARCS Scholars. Through their research, these talented Scholars make outstanding contributions to advance science and keep America competitive on the global stage, which is the ARCS mission. ARCS San Diego has put together an exciting program for its signature event. For program details and to register, go to: https://san-diego.arcsfoundation.org/ About ARCS: The ARCS Foundation (Achievement Rewards for College Scientists), a national organization with 15 chapters across the country, provides financial awards to promising graduate students who are pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering and medical research. Since its inception in 1985, the San Diego Chapter of ARCS has given more than $12.8 million to support graduate students at four local institutions: UCSD, SDSU, USD, and Scripps Research.

If government is “made for the people, made by the people and answerable to the people,” then some of the people, it appears, are turning away from the job.

Join us for an exclusive Glendalough Wild Rose Irish Gin Takeover at Valle's bar, where innovative mixology meets elevated cuisine. Immerse yourself in the delicate floral elegance of Glendalough's Wild Rose Irish Gin with two expertly crafted cocktails, perfectly paired with two tapa-style dishes by Chef Roberto Alcocer. This special one-day experience offers a taste of Ireland's premium gin through the lens of Valle's signature flavors. $55 per person. Valle on Instagram / Facebook

National parks enter their busiest season understaffed and underfunded. Morning Edition visited Joshua Tree to speak with local business owners and a park ranger feeling the impact.

Join our annual presentation about the San Elijo Lagoon Restoration project. What types of habitats are thriving? How are areas of refuge helping birds and other wildlife? Hear updates on the current 50-year ecosystem monitoring program and inlet reopening plans by Tim Stillinger, PhD. Nature Collective is a local conservation and science education nonprofit organization. They work to restore habitats, provide healthier waters, and increase wildlife diversity. They are dedicated to conserving the land and providing experiences for people to fall in love with nature. Ages 12+ Registration Required Virtual Presentation via a Zoom link that will be shared with those that register. RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/san-elijo-lagoon-restoration-monitoring-presentation-2025-02-04/ Nature Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is more than simply putting flowers in a container. It is a disciplined art form that breathes life into each composition, harmonizing the elements of nature and humanity. Learn to create these stunning pieces of art that intertwine Japanese culture and the changing of the seasons. By end of the semester, you will have learned to design beautiful and professional looking arrangements for both everyday and special occasions. Contact Prof. Takeya for more information at mtakeya@sdccd.edu. This class is free and open to the public. You may register when you attend the class. Audience: Adults, Senior Location: Community Room Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/ikebana-floral-design-420258

La Perla is a powerhouse Colombian trio of researchers, singers, and instrumentalists dedicated to preserving and evolving the musical heritage of the Caribbean. Formed in 2014 by Karen Forero, Giovanna Mogollón, and Diana Sanmiguel, they made history in 2015, becoming the first band from Bogotá to win first prize at the Festival de Gaitas de Ovejas, only the second time in its 30+ year history that the honor was awarded to women. Their song "Bruja"(2018) became an anthem for women across Latin America, featured in the Netflix series Siempre Bruja and embraced in social uprisings in Spain, Colombia, and Chile. Divina Jasso is a dynamic vocalist and multi-instrumentalist who has performed across a wide range of genres, from Latin jazz, soul, and R&B to reggae, hip-hop, and dub. In recent years, she has honed her skills in music production and live looping, crafting an intimate and immersive performance style. As the lead singer and frontwoman of San Diego-based reggae/dub-hop band Boostive for the past three years, she has commanded stages at major events and festivals, sharing the bill with Bonobo, Domi & JD Beck, Tokimonsta, RJD2, Slightly Stoopid, Thievery Corporation, Lee "Scratch" Perry, Don Carlos, Matisyahu, GZA, and more. DJ Strange Bouquets is an artist, musician, and the founder of Bad Vibes Good Friends, a San Diego-based label and collective that has fostered a thriving underground music and arts scene since 2016.

Interested in learning robotics and computer programming? Then this class is for you! Participants will learn to program the Micro:bit microcontroller, a fun hand-held computer used to make robots! In addition to being small and portable, Micro:bits interact with each other, allowing students to write programs with friends during this fun, educational, and physically active class, led by The League of Amazing Programmers. Registration is required! Audience: Recommended for kids ages 9-14. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/introduction-robotics-using-microbits-429809 LEAGUE of Amazing Programmers on Instagram and Facebook

Join us at Artreach HQ for Felt Your Feelings, a wet felting workshop taught by Yasmine K. Kasem. Make your own fabric from scratch! Using the wet felting process, participants will create a piece of fabric from wool roving (unspun wool) and learn to incorporate design and pattern. Visit: Wet Felting ArtReach San Diego on Instagram and Facebook