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They want the city to make sure all 15 have striped crosswalks, countdown signals and sounds letting pedestrians know whether to wait or go.

As Chaz Cabrera complete's his final semester at San Diego State University, he is deciding to go BIG for this performance. This event features a 17 piece big band that includes eight unique original compositions and arrangements by Cabrera ranging from Charlie Parker, Thelonious Monk, Matt Dennis, and more. This big band will explore the grooves of swing, pop, and latin-jazz. This is a night you do not want to miss! - Saxophones - Bradley Nash, Sarah Irvin, Chaz Cabrera, Tim Nunnink, Jessie Audelo - Trumpets - Billy Edwall, Paul Seaforth, Jack Lang, Brad Steinwehe - Trombones - Matt Hall, Andy Geib, Shirley Coggon, Ed Goroza - Rhythm - Nikko Nobleza (guitar), William Ah Sing (piano), Marc Encabo (bass), Preston Lange (drum-set) Stay Connected with Chaz Cabrera! Facebook & Instagram

Professor Brian Matthew Jordan will discuss his book, “Marching Home: Union Veterans and Their Unending Civil War,” a groundbreaking investigation into the fate of Union veterans who won the war but couldn’t bear the peace. Professor Jordan is an associate professor of history and chair of the History Department at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. He earned his Ph.D. at Yale University under the tutelage of David Blight, Ph.D.

Twice annually — weeks before and after the summer solstice — residents and tourists raise their phones to capture Manhattan’s sun aligning with the city grid, creating a spectacular sunset.

For a few weeks in late spring, thousands of fireflies emerge at the Congaree National Park in South Carolina to blink in synchrony. Scientists are trying to learn their secrets and to protect them.

Glaze a gorgeous, unique ceramic bowl! Looking for something fun and creative to try with mom, your besties, or your family? Curious about the glazing process? Join clay artist Lydia Kardos as she leads this outdoor workshop decorating and glazing pottery bowls. She’ll show you how to get lovely colors and teach creative techniques for customizing your bowl. The bowls we prepare for you to glaze are made from high quality, mid-fire clay, which is food-safe and will last for years and years. Fun for all ages and skill levels. Projects will be ready for pick up 1 – 2 weeks after the class. All ages welcome! Note: Price is per person making a project, so please add to your order as many as will participate in making their own project. • Military and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschoolers | Contact us for enrollment details. Stay Connected with San Diego Craft Collective! Facebook | Instagram | X

Meet New York Times Bestselling Author & Illustrator Rachel Ignotofsky as she shares her newest nonfiction book for children What’s Inside a Bird’s Nest? at a series of story time events across the SDPL system. Perfect for young nature fans in grades K‑3, this title includes gorgeous images and interesting facts for bird enthusiasts! The Library Shop SD presents this story time series, which is FREE and open to all. A book signing will follow each presentation. March 13: 10 a.m. at the City Heights/Weingart Branch Library 2 p.m. at the Mission Valley Branch Library 4 p.m. at the Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library March 14: 11 a.m. at the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library About the Book: Want to learn more about the bird that chirps outside your window? Ignotofsky crafts a perfect read out loud with a touch of humor and compassion for our friends with wings in the sky! Find out more from the moment they hatch, to how they create their homes in this perfectly detailed and soon-to-be springtime favorite read! Rachel Ignotofsky’s beautiful, distinctive art style and engaging, informative text clearly answers any questions a child (or adult) could have about birds, eggs, and nests in this nonfiction picture book series. About the Author: Rachel Ignotofsky is the author and illustrator of many nonfiction books, including the New York Times bestseller Women in Science and The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth. Rachel grew up in New Jersey on a healthy diet of cartoons and pudding. After graduating from Tyler School of Art and Architecture, she began creating illustrations that make learning exciting. Rachel hopes this book will inspire kids to ask questions about their world and to explore science and nature! Stay Connected with Rachel Ignotofsky! Facebook | Instagram | X

It’s that moment where the heart experiences a refreshing transformation, that changes aspects of who we are, what we do and the life we lead. Once transformed, the heart can never go back to exactly what it was before. In a compilation of unique 21st century songs by American composers, international opera singer Tamara Haskin takes you on an inspiring musical journey from darkness to light, sorrow to happiness, death to life and earth to heaven. Songs by Ricky Ian Gordon, Richard Taylor, Judy Collins, Adam Guettel and others, will rejuvenate in you a new appreciation for the beauty of life.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Hannah Reimann, founder of Stretto Piano Events, which seeks to make narrower instruments more widely available for musicians with smaller hands.

Join us for a delicious night to remember. Enjoy a carefully curated 5-course dinner. Each course is artfully paired by our Executive Chef, Amin Boubaddi, with a different Ponte Wine. Our Winemaker, Arnaud Debons, will outline each wine and its unique qualities. Live music will also be featured throughout the evening. Cocktail or business attire is suggested. We will have a vegetarian menu available upon request Menu | • Passed Canapés • Sparkling Rosé - pre-release! • Smoked salmon with dill, salmon caviar, red onion, and capers • Grilled polenta, fresh mozzarella, tomato, microbasil • Herbed ricotta on crostini topped with Crème Fraiche and chives First Course | • 2023 Pastorello - pre-release! • Seared scallops over spring pea and pesto risotto with micro greens and a passionfruit crème sauce Second Course | • 2023 Pas Doux - pre-release! • Beets with burrata, mandarin oranges, spicy greens, pistachio pesto, croutons, aged balsamic and poppy seed vinaigrette Entrée | • 2017 Meritage - exclusive library selection • Medallion of beef tenderloin and wild mushrooms over parsnip puree with demi-glace, gorgonzola, and microgreens Dessert | • 2022 Late Harvest • Dark and white chocolate mousse in a chocolate cup with cherry compote and a chocolate cigar