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California cities will soon face more state scrutiny and new penalties for pushing back on housing and homeless shelter construction. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the new laws Thursday.

Eating healthfully isn't just about the ingredients! Learn to understand the importance of implementing mindfulness when you eat, and to recognize that being connected to food will benefit many different behaviors. In this course, you will also learn the benefits of eating more slowly, being present when eating, how external factors can interfere with your awareness, and how to recognize your hunger signals. This event is free and open to the public, and there is no need to pre-register. Audience: Adults, Seniors.

Spreckels Organ Society, a non-profit organization curating concerts and performances in the heart of Balboa Park, kicks off the spring with a special concert for Bach’s Birthday on Sunday, Mar. 31. This concert will be an All-Bach Music Concert to celebrate the famous composer credited as the “greatest among the great.” Performed by San Diego Civic Organist Raúl Prieto Ramírez, Bach’s Birthday Celebration will be an opportunity to enjoy and discover his best work. For more information visit: spreckelsorgan.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

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Coastal Roots Farm, a nonprofit Jewish community farm and education center in Encinitas is teaming up with the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center and Limmud North America for a special “Express Freely, Art-Making Day” on the Farm, Sunday, Mar. 31 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. The community is invited for a day of community artmaking and creative exploration around the central theme of rebirth. Each participant will get to participate in two art tracks, choosing between creative writing, photography, theater/movement, choral singing, and visual art. To make this day extra special, the Farm has commissioned five teaching artists from across the U.S. to guide the sessions. No prior experience with the arts is necessary; all that is needed is the desire to try something new and the inner ok to let yourself play. This program is geared towards adults; kids aged 14 and up are also welcome. Two of the tracks will be particularly family friendly. For more information visit: coastalrootsfarm.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Hitting the stage with his all-acoustic band, Lyle Lovett prepares to bring over thirty years of music to San Diego this March. This American singer, songwriter, and actor has recorded 13 albums and 25 singles, including one of his most popular: “Cowboy Man”! Join The Magnolia for a Plaza Pre-Party 30 minutes before doors on their outdoor patio, allowing early admission to the plaza and lobby, and access to their taco stand with freshly made nachos, elote corn, specialty cocktails, and more available for purchase! For more information visit: magnoliasandiego.com

Leading San Diego board-certified dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon Melanie Palm, M.D. will be hosting a virtual Body Boot Camp event on March 18 - 29. This year, this highly-anticipated event will feature an Instagram Live “Lunch & Learn” session with Dr. Palm, live giveaways, discounted offers on non-invasive procedures including Emface, Emsculpt Neo, Coolsculpting, Ultherapy, Sculptra, and Radiesse packages and more! Call 858-792-7546 to Prebook To learn more, visit artofskinmd.com or call 858-792-7546

Please join us to hear from Peter Sinclair, Media Director of the Dark Snow Project, who will present an overview of the status of the Greenland ice sheet and the challenges and importance of implementing clean energy in the Midwest. There is no charge for this online event but please register in advance. Peter Sinclair, as Media Director of the Dark Snow Project, an international scientific effort focused on the Greenland ice sheet, has spent a lot of time on and around the Big Ice with top-level science teams. Mr. Sinclair will talk about what scientists have been learning about the dynamics and unique vulnerability of ice sheets to climate change. The presentation will include vivid video, interviews, and drone footage shot on location over the last decade. Mr. Sinclair will also describe the ongoing war to site clean energy across the American heartland and where the war to decarbonize America will be won or lost in the coming decade. For more information visit: ncccalliance.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Prepare to belt out your favorite Taylor songs, from "Love Story" to "I Knew You Were Trouble," at ginger’s Taylor Swift Karaoke Night on Thursday, April 18. The event also includes custom cocktails and giveaways throughout the evening! Karaoke begins at 9 p.m., so arrive early, wear your favorite tour merchandise or Taylor-inspired outfits, and get ready to "Shake It Off" all night long. ginger’s is located beneath barleymash, at 600 Fifth Avenue

Vocalist, guitarist and jazz icon George Benson joins Christian McBride for a conversation about his early years on the jazz scene, fame and his new “lost” album.