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Sepsis is an out of control infection that’s hard to spot and explain. At UCSD doctors and med-tech engineers are trying to crack the code with new diagnostic machines and artificial intelligence.

After LITVAKdance’s Fall 2023 concert, the company will be going on a production hiatus. Don’t miss a celebration of three generations of women choreographers including guest dancemaker and performer, Rebecca Margolick, our artistic director’s mother, Betzi Roe, award winning choreographer Dolly Sfeir, and Mexican choreographer Zuleima Burruel. Related links: LITVAKdance: website | Instagram | Facebook

The country's supreme court has temporarily banned Patanjali, a leading maker of ayurvedic products with ties to the prime minister, from advertising certain items due to a history of false claims.

This weekend in the arts: Anne Mudge at Quint; Chicano Park Day; "Happy Birthday Mr. Shakespeare" at The Old Globe; Debussy and Mahler at the Shell; Britton Neubacher at CSUSM; Aly Rowell at San Diego Made Spring Market; plus shows from We The Commas, Twin Ritual and the San Diego Gay Men's Chorus.

Lamont Jackson, Superintendent of the San Diego Unified School District, spoke with KPBS about the new school year.

The Friends of the Coronado Public Library present Kristin Hannah in conversation with Susan Elizabeth Philips, in partnership with Warwicks Bookstore and the Coronado Cultural Arts Commission. This event is a fund-raiser for the Friends of the Coronado Public Library and a paid ticket is required to enter. Please visit our website for more information.

The same day musician Jon Batiste got 11 Grammy nominations, his partner, writer Suleika Jaouad, began chemotherapy. The new documentary American Symphony recounts their journey.

Every Sunday starting March 12, 2023 Boarding at 11:30 a.m. Ship returns to Maritime Museum docks at 4 p.m. The Californian Tall Ship Adventure is a four-hour experience aboard the official tall ship of the state of California. Guests will sail aboard a replica of a gold rush era revenue cutter and learn of the history of sailing and exploration in San Diego, tales of whaling and sea otter trade, local sea battles, the art of the ship’s gunnery, and life at sea. Passengers may join the crew in trimming sails or sit back and watch the crew scamper up and down the traditionally rigged state symbol. Ticket price: $69 - $119 per person. This four-hour sailing adventure also includes general admission to explore all Museum ships and dozens of exhibits and galleries. Self-guided tours can be taken starting at 10 a.m. before the sailing departure or after 4 p.m. when she returns. Museum closes at 5 p.m. Visit: www.sdmaritime.org or call 619-234-9153 x101 Maritime Museum of San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego Botanic Garden (SDBG) hosts its third annual spring orchid showcase, World of Orchids, running Saturday, March 11 through Sunday, April 9, 2023. The exhibition will be staged in the state-of-the-art, 8,000 square foot, glass-enclosed facility, the Dickinson Family Education Conservatory, by SDBG’s highly awarded Artist-in-Residence, René van Rems, AIFD, who serves as Creative Director for the exhibit for the third year in a row. The floral designs will feature impressive orchid specimens, locally bred hybrids, and rare species plants displayed in unique and unexpected ways. In addition to the many orchids that typically grow in the Garden’s Conservatory, displays will include plants on loan from private growers belonging to two local groups, the San Diego County Orchid Society (SDCOS) and the Palomar Orchid Society, as well as orchids and materials from local businesses. On select days during the exhibition, vendors will offer unusual and unique orchids and merchandise for sale. Admission to World of Orchids is included with the purchase of a one-day ticket ($10-18) and is free to members. For more information, please visit www.sdbg.org/world-of-orchids. San Diego Botanic Garden on Facebook / Instagram / Twitter

Come on down to the 26th annual City Heights El Día de los Muertos '23, which began as a school project and now receives 1,000 visitors. This festival is grass roots and there is plenty of room for everyone. Enjoy many highly decorated family, community and non-profit organizational altars. Enjoy food, a fun zone for children with bouncies and mask-making activities for all. Entertainment includes: Mariachi Victoria, Hoover High March Band; Drummers Without Borders, drum less and giant puppet parade; San Diego Ballet; Music with Rich and Friends; Elena Castaneda; Ray Navarette; Let's Dance for Fun, youth dance group; Ballet Folklorico and Fern Street Circus. Photo opportunities abound with 20 low-rider cars from Dead End Car Club. Fun and culture for the whole family. For more information visit: cityheightsba.org