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GRAMMY®-winning guitarist and vocalist celebrates iconic singer Tony Bennett! John Pizzarelli, the GRAMMY®-winning guitarist and vocalist, honors Tony Bennett’s centennial with a heartfelt tribute rooted in his family’s long connection to the legendary singer. His father, Bucky Pizzarelli, frequently performed with Bennett, and John later joined the icon for a memorable radio session. Bennett often attended Pizzarelli’s shows and even sketched him—one drawing now appears on his album cover Dear Mr. Bennett. John Pizzarelli has been hailed by the Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz.” The John Pizzarelli Trio is celebrated for its chemistry and versatility and brings warmth and swing to this celebration of Bennett’s enduring artistry. John Pizzarelli on Facebook / Instagram

Peter Asher’s extraordinary life has intersected with some of the greatest artists and musical moments of the last six decades. A child actor who became a pop star and then a manager and producer to the likes of James Taylor and Linda Ronstadt, he is a Zelig-like figure who remains a vital creative force to this day. Featuring interviews with Paul McCartney, Carole King, and many more. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

Ono Hawaiian BBQ is officially opening its first San Diego County location with a new restaurant in Escondido. The new location will be hosting its Grand Opening Luau on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. To celebrate the grand opening, Ono Hawaiian BBQ will host a ribbon cutting ceremony along with live Hawaiian dancer performances, a photo booth experience, and raffles for a chance to win $100 promotional gift cards and a year of Ono. Guests visiting the Escondido location on opening day can also enjoy a Buy One, Get One Free offer available all day, exclusively at this location. About Ono Hawaiian BBQ Founded in 2002, Ono Hawaiian BBQ is a family-owned fast casual restaurant known for its Hawaiian-inspired Plate Lunches and other island specialties. Ono Hawaiian BBQ uses the freshest ingredients, prepared from scratch daily in each restaurant and grilled fresh to order. With 120 locations in California and Arizona, Ono Hawaiian BBQ aims to combine the culture and "Aloha" spirit of Hawaii into their restaurants to bring a taste of the islands with exceptional service in an inviting atmosphere. For more information, visit OnoHawaiianBBQ.com. Ono Hawaiian BBQ on Facebook / Instagram

Step up to the plate and get ready for the start of baseball season at the 14th annual East Village Block Party on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on J Street from 6th to 10th Avenues, right outside Petco Park. This free, family-friendly event invites the community to enjoy live music, entertainment, kids’ activations, tasty bites, and local vendors, celebrating everything the vibrant East Village has to offer. Immerse yourself in the Padres team spirit during opening weekend and watch as the streets outside of Petco Park come to life. Attendees are encouraged to enjoy the fitness and sports demonstrations from local teams and gyms, interactive family activities, photo opportunities, and performances from local DJs and bands that will keep the energy high throughout the day. Mark the start of baseball season and celebrate with fellow Padres fans at the 14th Annual East Village Block Party! East Village San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Bakunawa Market is an ancestral and spiritual marketplace rooted in Filipino heritage and healing. Inspired by the Babaylan, the healers and spirit-keepers of pre-colonial Philippines, the market offers a sacred space to remember our roots, reconnect with ancestral wisdom, and restore spiritual balance. The free, two-day community event features 30+ makers, healers, and artists – from ceramists, jewelers, and visual artists to herbalists, tarot readers, energy workers, and culinary creators – whose work reflects ancestral wisdom, decolonial practices, and spiritual connection. The Bakla Collective will also be featured, showcasing Queer Filipinx creators and centering equity and representation within San Diego’s creative community. Enjoy live performances, a Sunday workshop lineup – including Intro to Mediumship, Zero-Waste Candle Making, and Yoga + Sound: Collective Healing – and Kamayan by Kujo Eats (Sunday, 5-7 p.m.). Kamayan, meaning "by hand" in Tagalog, is a traditional communal feast where guests share food with their hands, scooping rice and dishes on a table lined with banana leaves. Thoughtfully curated by elders, each dish celebrates the true flavors of our ancestors, with a special spread featuring grilled pompano, fried bangus, BBQ chicken leg quarters, beef kare kare, pork BBQ skewers, and garlic rice. Bakunawa Market on Instagram

California voters will advance two candidates for governor to the November election in the most unsettled gubernatorial race in recent memory, concluding a long and winding primary campaign in which Democrats struggled to pick a new leader for the nation’s most populous blue state.

Coronado’s Crown City Open Water Swim (formerly the 4th of July Rough Water Swim) is a long-standing Independence Day weekend tradition bringing together swimmers, families, clubs, and the local community for an unforgettable open water experience at Glorietta Bay Park, alongside support from Coronado’s local swim community including Coronado Swim Team Elite. Set against the backdrop of the iconic Coronado Bridge, the protected bay course offers calm water conditions, creating an ideal environment for both first-time open water swimmers and experienced competitors alike. The updated event lineup features the 1-Mile Open Water Swim as the featured main event distance, alongside the ½ Mile Open Water Swim and the 250m Youth/Kids Sprint Swim, creating an approachable and exciting race day experience for swimmers of all ages and ability levels. Registration fees include event insurance coverage. Visit: https://runsignup.com/CrownCityOpenWaterSwim Crown City Open Water Swim on Instagram

Unwind after a long day’s work with our happy meower discounts. It’s like happy hour, but with way more cats! Come for the cats, stay for the craft cocktails and select wines. Receive $2 off all food and drinks. Tuesday to Friday, 4 - 5:15 p.m. Whiskers & Wine on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego Jewish Men's Choir and S.D. Oasis in Rancho Bernardo invite you to a Preview Concert of the choir's upcoming Carnegie Hall Debut Concert. The concert will feature a varied program in several musical styles and languages including English, Hebrew, Yiddish and Ladino. The program includes something for all audiences. San Diego Jewish Men's Choir on Facebook San Diego Oasis on Facebook

Come enjoy a relaxing heart-centered Sound Bath experience & Cacao Ceremony. Perfect for anyone in need of deep connection, relaxation, nervous system reset and a meaningful gift to yourself. Step into stillness as you slow down, soften and connect to hear the whispers of your heart. Awaken & Align to your full potential & intentions in self love for 2026 with a heart centered cacao ceremony & immersive sound bath. This event is open to all: singles, couples, friends, or anyone simply looking to slow down and unwind. Enjoy a journey of rest, release, and healing through Cacao Ceremony & Sound Bath, led by Jennifer Butler. You are invited to meditate, journal & share in a safe scared space while connecting to the divine wisdom & energy, allowing for deep connection, self-discovery, healing & growth. The harmonic frequencies of sound help quiet the nervous system, release stored tension, and create space for clarity and serenity; gently guiding your body and mind toward deep relaxation, surrender, embodiment & healing. All participants will receive a journal & cup of warm Cacao to sip on. Ceremonial Cacao is rooted in ancient wisdom and used to open and heal the heart chakra as well as elevating one's frequency and consciousness. Sound Bath: A meditative experience where you relax, often lying down, while being immersed in therapeutic sounds from instruments like crystal singing bowls, gongs, and chimes, creating vibrations that calm the mind, reduce stress, release tension, and promote inner peace.