San Diego Gay and Lesbian News

It's that time of year again when Cupid's arrow either finds its mark for a love that will last a lifetime or a nightime. Either way, Hillcrest is definitely the place to be this week to find one or the other. 

San Diego's number one LGBT community events and social magazine SDPIX is harnessing the power of leather in their February issue.

In the spirit of the Super Bowl, there is plenty of fun to tackle in the gayborhood this week. From a returning DIVA to a photo protest art project to a visit from trailblazer Candis Cayne, the week is a touchdown of fun in every aspect. 

But first, Coming Up NEXT Week:

Alec Mapa has been in the entertainment business for quite a while and has earned the respect of fellow comedians such as Ellen Degeneres who called him "smart, hilarious and funny.” 

A very lucky San Diego winner is about to see one of the most anticipated concerts of the year thanks to SDPIX and San Diego Gay and Lesbian News. 

Every year the Nicky Awards are handed out to people and establishments in San Diego's LGBT community for their work in making positive changes, working toward acceptance and equality throughout the county. 

NEWS

The app-based shuttle service known as FRED (Free Ride Everywhere Downtown) has become so popular that it might just roll into neighborhoods such as Mission Hills, Hillcrest, University Heights and Bario Logan.

San Diego Gay and Lesbian News and SDPIX gave one lucky winner the ultimate VIP experience for two to the Kesha/Macklemore concert at the Mattress Firm Amphitheatre taking place on Tuesday, June 12.

San Diego's Justin Webb had the best kick off to summer ever. He entered the Kesha/Macklemore VIP experience contest and took home the grand prize.

San Diego Gay and Lesbian News and SDPIX are giving one lucky winner the ultimate VIP experience for two to the Kesha/Macklemore concert at the Mattress Firm Amphitheatre on Tuesday, June 12.

UPDATE: Voting ends on Monday, November 20, not Wednesday, November 15 as previously reported. 

If you know someone who has been nominated for a Nicky Award this year, be sure to show them some appreciation and vote for them this week, the polls close next Monday, November 20, at midnight.