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Get ready for a powerhouse night of comedy at The Bornemann! Your host, Mark Christopher Lawrence (NBC’s "Chuck"), kicks off the laughter featuring Lamont Ferguson. Mark Christopher Lawrence (Host) Mark Christopher Lawrence (MCL) is an Emmy-nominated actor, comedian, producer, and motivational speaker best known for his role as Big Mike on NBC’s "Chuck." A recipient of the San Diego Critics Circle’s Craig Noel Award, he’s performed with legends like Sinbad and Jerry Seinfeld and headlined across the U.S. and Canada. MCL stars in "Bringing Back Christmas" (Amazon), "All The Queen’s Men" (BET+), and the PureFlix series "Fragment: Oblivion." He’s also co-executive producer of "Pure Laughter" on KPBS and the star of Dry Bar Comedy’s "Clean Outta Compton." Lamont Ferguson Lamont Ferguson is an original, intelligent, and very funny stand-up comedian whose sharp observations on family, relationships, and social issues connect with audiences everywhere. Influenced by legends like Mort Sahl, George Carlin, and Richard Pryor, Lamont’s comedy blends clever insight with big laughs. A winner of the Seattle International Comedy Competition and a two-time San Diego Comic of the Year, he has performed at top clubs across North America and appeared on Comedy Central’s Comics Unleashed. When it comes to smart, engaging stand-up, Lamont Ferguson delivers every time. Lamont Ferguson on Facebook / Instagram

The Guild Hotel is pleased to present its latest exhibition from Oram Hotel and JFiN Collectives’ Border series: "For the Love of Self," the first solo exhibition by multidisciplinary cross-border artist David Mont Virgen. The show is a restrained yet emotionally charged exploration of identity, desire, and the fundamental need to love and be loved. Rooted in the legacy of Minimalism and informed by Finish Fetish narratives, the exhibition employs industrial materials, immaculate surfaces, and formal reduction to create intimate, immersive experiences that play with cool surfaces and sleek aesthetics. David Mont Virgen on Instagram

SNAP, the country's largest anti-hunger program, dates back to the Great Depression and has never been disrupted this way. Most recipients are seniors, families with kids, and those with disabilities.

Learn about the exciting world of writing grants from an experienced professional! In this class, you will learn how to write a competitive grant proposal to support a non-profit of your choosing. Students will learn the golden rules of grant writing; common mistakes made by inexperienced grant writers; key components of grant proposals (goals, objectives, evaluation, sustainability, etc.); and how to identify and develop a relationship with grant funders. Finally, students will have the opportunity to review and vet a live grant proposal. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Gaslamp Mardi Gras 2026 returns to the Gaslamp Quarter with a multi-day celebration blending Mardi Gras, Lunar New Year, Valentine’s Day, and Fat Tuesday, hosted across 20+ venues along 5th Avenue. The event is produced by the team behind the sold-out San Diego Zombie Crawl and brings together nightlife, tradition, and community in a uniquely San Diego way. Event highlights include: - A multi-cultural bar crawl and nightlife experience - 20+ Participating venues throughout the Gaslamp Quarter - Themed nights celebrating Mardi Gras, Valentine’s Day, and Lunar New Year - Live DJs & Festive Decor - Exclusive Drink + Dining Deals Gaslamp Event Management on Facebook / Instagram

The city will gather community members’ feedback on a potential tenant protection ordinance later this month and in April. However, council members remain divided on the issue.

California's Department of Social Services warned counties that people on CalFresh may not receive their benefits in November if the shutdown continues past Thursday.

BWSD x WAHN Two community forces coming together to kick off Black History Month the right way. Imani, the owner of Black Women SD, has been intentionally creating safe spaces to celebrate Blackness in San Diego. This time, she’s collaborating with Jordan Kai, a long standing community organizer and the founder and event producer behind We Are Here Now SD, to bring that vision to the dance floor. With MYYON and DJ Kitana on the decks, this is more than a party. It’s a dance event rooted in Black arts, culture, and really good music. A space to move, connect, and celebrate who we are and where we come from. Come dance with us. Come celebrate Black history, Black creativity, and Black joy—together.

The New Music Friday and Pop Culture Happy Hour host had a hard time narrowing his favorite albums of 2025 down to 10 — the year in music was good enough to fill a list two or three times longer.

El SNAP ayuda a aproximadamente 1 de cada 8 estadounidenses a adquirir comestibles. Una interrupción en los beneficios del programa dejaría un gran vacío en la red de seguridad del país. Las familias vulnerables podrían ver también cómo el dinero federal se agota para otros programas.