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We asked 10 members of our Tiny Desk team to pick a favorite concert of the year.

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Outdoor concert on Shelter Island at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay. For more information visit: humphreysconcerts.com

The heart-pumping electronic DJ duo Louis the Child performs a daytime show at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, with support of Whethan, Wavedash and Daniel Allan. Please note: this is a rental event presented by AEG/Goldenvoice; the San Diego Symphony does not appear on this concert. For more information visit: theshell.org

Balboa Park is home to desert plants from around the world. Some are strikingly beautiful in their symmetry, while others appear alien looking. Each has found ways to survive in arid environments where most life forms are unable to thrive. This tour focuses on the clever adaptations and beauty of many fascinating cacti and succulents in the recently revitalized Kate O. Sessions Cactus Garden. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the second Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10:00 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 1.5 to 2 hours and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Outdoor concert on Shelter Island at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay For more information visit: humphreysconcerts.com

Returning off last year’s exciting sellout salute to Tom Petty at the OTC, the Rolling Heartbreakers will be performing two classic iconic albums from both the Rolling Stones and Tom Petty in their entirety. The show will feature the Stones' Let It Bleed (1969) and Tom Petty's Full Moon Fever (1989), along with other selections from each band. As with last year’s show, this performance will be accompanied by a full background visual presentation to enhance the experience. A high energy Tom Petty & Rolling Stones combination tribute that has gained a strong following, performing all around southern California since 2015, the Rolling Heartbreakers are: Galen Cram- Guitar, Vocals; Jim Malkiewicz- Bass Guitar, Vocals; Vince Lupo- Drums, Vocals; Randy McClintick- Keyboards; Rob Hanzlik- Lead Guitar, Vocals. For more information visit: oceansidetheatre.vbotickets.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Plants have a broad range of defenses that enable them to survive being attacked by other life forms. Some of these defenses can be toxic to various animals, including humans. Conversely, plants have also served as the basis of 70%-80% of beneficial pharmaceuticals. This tour highlights Balboa Park’s many examples of plants to treat with caution. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the second Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10:00 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 1.5 to 2 hours and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The world’s number one Elton John tribute band are coming to play All The Hits by Elton John. The spectacular show includes Bennie and the Jets, Tiny Dancer, Rocket Man, Candle In The Wind, Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me, I’m Still Standing, Crocodile Rock and Your Song. They will also be performing classic album tracks like Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding from Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, the multi-platinum double LP released in 1973. Tom Cridland, playing the part of Elton John on lead vocals and piano, is close friends with Elton John drummer, Nigel Olsson, has recorded songs and episodes of his Greatest Music of All Time Podcast with Elton John guitarist, Davey Johnstone... and has even met Sir Elton himself, the man who Tom credits with helping him recover from alcoholism. The level of attention to detail in recreating the music and fabulous costumes of Elton John & His Band is simply unparalleled. For more information visit: oceansidetheatre.vbotickets.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram