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Join us on Saturday, Feb. 19 at 3 p.m. for an in-person event as we welcome Pam Fong to discuss and sign Once Upon a Forest! After a fire leaves the forest smoldering, a determined marmot and her resourceful bird friend set off on a rescue mission in this beautifully illustrated, wordless story. They clear away fallen branches and scorched bushes. They rake and dig and plant new seedlings in the earth. With determination and ingenuity, as the seasons pass, they care for the little trees by making sure they have enough water, protect their branches from the wind and snow, and keep away hungry creatures, until the trees can thrive on their own. With a little time, care, and hope we all can help the earth. This event is free to attend and will be held at DIESEL, A Bookstore ~ Del Mar. Masks are required to attend.

Free show alert! This special series from the San Diego brings a one-hour, family-friendly concert to local neighborhoods, for free. This weekend's series involves three shows on Saturday, conducted by the Lyric Opera of Chicago's Stefano Sarzani. The program includes Beethoven's "Overture to Coriolan, Op. 62" which is mighty and dare-I-say quintessentially classical. It was written for Heinrich Joseph von Collin's 1804 play "Coriolan," about the Roman leader Gaius Marcius Coriolanus. (Shakespeare also wrote a play about him.) The Symphony will also perform Louise Farrenc's "Symphony No. 3 in G minor." Farrenc was the only woman to ever teach at the Paris Conservatory in the 19th century, and made a splash as a virtuoso pianist as well as composer and educator. Note: the performances are indoors, and the San Diego Symphony requires all guests to show proof of vaccination, even for children under 12. The program is intended for ages 5 and up. Advance registration is required. RSVP or find future programs here. Details: Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022 at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at Foothills United Methodist Church in Casa de Oro, 4031 Avocado Blvd., La Mesa; and at 7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of San Diego, 321 Date St., downtown. Free. —Julia Dixon Evans, KPBS Related Links: San Diego Symphony on Instagram San Diego Symphony on Facebook

Are you the trauma or the treatment? Understanding Racial Battle Fatigue, Racial Battle Fatigue Contagion, Coping, and Effective Allyship in Racially Diverse Communities highlights the scholarship of Dr. William A. Smith. Join us during Black History Month as Dr. Smith speaks with our San Diego community on how we can contribute towards effective change. This free community event is sponsored by the Southwestern Community College District, SWC's Office of Equity and Engagement Professional Development Program, and the NAACP San Diego Education Committee. We encourage everyone to attend. Date | Tuesday, February 15 at 4 p.m. Location | Online via Zoom Register here for free! This is a free event open to the public. For more information, please visit www.swccd.edu/calendar/index.php?eID=2362 or call (619) 421-6700.

Point Loma Playhouse is proud to present their most recent production: "The Artificial Jungle", a play written by Charles Ludlam. About the play: The scene is set in a pet shop on Manhattan's Lower East Side, It is not a well kept shop but rather a family affair with the owners living in the back of the store. Chester and his mother are overly devoted to each other, while wife Roxanne is deeply unhappy with her lot in life. A 2-bit grifter, looking for a new score, arrives and disturbs the shaky equilibrium. Nonstop hilarity ensues. All the emotions are there in spades –lust, greed, guilt, double entendre, silliness, ventriloquism, and, of course... MURDER. Join us at Point Loma Playhouse for "The Artificial Jungle" opening night on Friday, March 25 at 8 p.m. The play will be showing through Sunday, April 10 on the following schedule: • Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. • Sundays at 3 p.m. Get tickets here! General admission: $22 plus fees Student, senior and military admission: $20 plus fees Group ticket: $17 plus fees For more information, please visit pointlomaplayhouse.com/artificial-jungle or call (619) 800-5497.

For over sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world: The Flower Fields at Carlsbald Ranch. The 2022 bloom will include sunshine and flowers with the return of live outdoor music and a number of activities you won’t want to miss! The Ikebana West Coast Group presents “Joyful Flowers”. An exhibit of the Japanese art of flower arranging expressed in a special way using balance, harmony and form. Dates | Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 of March, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location | The Flower Fields at Carlsbald Ranch Get tickets here! Adult admission: $22 plus fees Senior (60+) and military admission: $20 plus fees Child (3–10) admission: $10 plus fees This activity is included with the cost admission. For more information, please visit theflowerfields.com/activities/joyful-flowers or call (760) 431-0352.

Join us for this special yoga class at The Flower Fields in Carlsbad! We will gather at the famous Carlsbad Flower Fields to practice a one hour outdoor yoga flow overlooking the blooming Tecolote Giant Ranunculus fields. This will be a day of community and beauty as we surround ourselves with one of San Diego's most iconic landmarks. Please bring with you on the day of the event: • A yoga mat • Water • A signed waiver (digital only, will have QR code at event to scan on your phone) • Your ticket Dates | Saturdays, March 26, April 16, April 30, and May 7 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Location | The Flower Fields at Carlsbald Ranch Get tickets here! Early bird admission: $35 General admission: $40 Please select the date you want to attend. Included in your ticket is entry to the Flower Fields, a one hour all levels yoga class and photos made available by after class. No pets allowed. For more information, please visit theflowerfields.com/activities/flower-flow-yoga or call (760) 431-0352.

The Flower Fields has a unique program for Juniors that want to earn a Flower Fields patch. Participants will dissect a flower, learn about vermicomposting (composting with worms), learn about good and bad bugs in the garden, and take a tour on our Tractor Wagon Ride. All troops must be accompanied by an adult chaperone. Additional siblings may attend with their families, but will not be included in the program. The price for siblings and chaperones includes the Tractor Wagon Ride. Date | Saturdays March 26, April 2, and May 7 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Location | The Flower Fields at Carlsbald Ranch Get tickets here! Girl Scout admission: $16 plus fees Adult admission: $26 plus fees Sibling admission: $13 plus fees Tickets include admission to The Flower Fields. For more information, please visit www.eventbrite.com/e/girl-scout-education-program-for-juniors or call (760) 431-0352.

Sold Out For over sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world: The Flower Fields at Carlsbald. Enjoy an intimate wine experience with Advanced Sommelier Lamar Engel of The Wine Militia featuring premium wines and food bites all paired to songs played by live musical artists. Watch the sun as it sets on 50 acres of ranunculus flowers varying in a myriad of colors. Not like any wine tasting you've experienced! Date | Every Friday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., starting on March 25 through April 28 Location | The Flower Fields at Carlsbald Ranch Get tickets here! General admission: $75 Space is limited so reserve your seats today! Please note: Guests attending this event must be 21 years of age or older and be able to show a valid ID at the event. For more information, please visit www.eventbrite.com/e/sunset-wine-tasting-and-music-tickets or email sonja@thewinemilitia.com.

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Learn how to play the world’s oldest game! We’ve designed a high-energy, stimulating approach to chess that is great for kids in 1st – 5th grades! Students will receive a Zoom link on Monday, February 14 Mondays, February 21 – April 4 (No Class 3/21), 4:30pm – 5:30pm Classes are typically divided into different skill levels. Students will spend much of their time playing each other and challenging the instructor. At the beginning of each class, we have a brief question and answer session on certain a topic, challenging students with exercises and puzzles. For more information on this event a kid registration please visit HERE!