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The heatwaves that have rippled across the Western United States this summer are causing problems for wildlife researchers. In the desert outside San Diego, an annual bighorn sheep count was cancelled after a volunteer died of heatstroke.

About 80% of Colorado’s water falls on the western side of the state. But about 80% of Colorado’s people live on the east side of the mountains. Because of gravity, that water doesn’t flow to them naturally. Instead, Colorado’s heavily-populated Front Range relies on a massive plumbing system to keep drinking water flowing to its taps.

As California seeks 100% zero-carbon electricity by 2045, momentum is building behind renewable energy projects. Several wind or solar projects are moving forward in southeastern San Diego County, where backcountry residents’ interests sometimes clash with those of the developers and public officials.

Comic-Con International, the massive summertime celebration of pop culture, has once again been forced to substitute an online version of the show for an in person one. It runs Friday through Sunday.

The ever-popular Academy of St Martin in the Fields, under the musical direction of renowned violin soloist Joshua Bell, returns to La Jolla Music Society for another spectacular performance. This storied, conductor-less ensemble is one of the world’s finest chamber orchestras, well known for its inspired and inspiring interpretations of great orchestral music. Date | Monday, March 14 at 8 p.m. Location | San Diego Civic Theatre Get tickets here! Ticket prices ranging from $43 to $103. For more information, please visit ljms.org/events/academy-of-st-martin or call (858) 459-3728.

In this tale of two Avitals, the trio creates beautiful fusion. Drawing on a diverse and exotic set of sounds from Morocco, Israel, and North Africa, mandolinist Avi and bass/oud player Omer Avital conjure jazzy moods via modal melodies and gripping rhythms that explore new cosmopolitan dimensions. Date | Thursday, March 10 at 6:30 p.m. at 8:30 p.m. Location | The JAI at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center Get tickets here! Ticket prices ranging from $48 to $68. For more information, please visit ljms.org/events/avital-meets-avital or call (858) 459-3728.

Tree trimming and plant pruning is selectively removing parts of a plant to direct growth, improve health, reduce risk from falling branches, and increase the yield of flowers and fruits. Take a pruning tour with certified arborist, Jose Bedoya of Leaf It To Us. Free for Members / $8 Non-Members

Dr. Seuss said, “You can find magic wherever you look. Sit back and relax, all you need is a book!” He couldn’t be more right! Join Ms. Smarty-Plants™ on the 3rd Wednesday of every month for a featured holiday-themed story followed by a craft. Storytime is free with Garden Admission. (Feb 16, March 16) Ticket Prices: Free with Garden Admission - Adults - $8 Seniors (55+), Students and Military - $5 Children (3-17 years) - $4 Children (2 & under) - FREE Garden Members - FREE

Make a playful, plant predator with Amber’s Artistry! Wild snacks and story provided. Makes 1 planter. Good for an adult/child pair. $15 Members / $18 Non-Members *FUN ALERT!! attend 10am Family Yoga, then march over with the group to Dino & Animal Planters workshop. (Family Yoga is Free to Members, $12 per Non-member child & parent pair).

Sparks Gallery is pleased to host “Size Matters 2022″, an exhibition of small photographic works (all under 10”), hosted by Medium Photo during the Medium Festival of Photography in San Diego. The photographs will be on view at Sparks Gallery from February 11 – March 11, 2022. We invite you to join us in the gallery on February 11, 2022 from 6-9 p.m. for the opening reception. Open gallery hours M-F 12p.m.-7p.m., Saturday 11a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday 11a.m.-5 p.m. Use this link to RSVP: https://sparksgallery.com/rsvp?eid=32084 Please inquire to info@sparksgallery.com for the full electronic catalog.