Good morning, Virginia Beach.

Local shelters in Hampton Roads remain full as families and individuals face housing insecurity; one veteran from Virginia Beach shared that she waited months for a voucher and emergency shelter bed.

Officials say organizations are planning to add more beds and coordinate resources—efforts that may ease shortages if zoning challenges are overcome.

On Saturday night, business owners along the Oceanfront reported chaos as hundreds gathered on Atlantic Avenue when gunshots rang—witnesses said people ran into shops, restaurants, and hotel lobbies and hope authorities will keep the area safe.

Meteorologist Taylor Stephenson explained that climate change is causing Yoshino Cherry trees to bloom earlier in Virginia Beach — a change seen at Red Wing Park during its annual cherry blossom festival.

Experts warn that if global temperatures keep rising, peak bloom could occur up to a month earlier by 2100.

Developer Katie Denton is restoring a two-story brick home built in 1965 in the North End near the beach by fixing the crawl space, opening walls for three steel beams and adding new windows, HVAC, water heaters and a kitchen while keeping original hardwood floors, brick walls and copper pipes that are hard to replace. She expects the renovations to be done by mid-May and says the work will help preserve local history — a benefit to the neighborhood marked on the National and State Registers of Historic Places.

The Z Open Mics: The Undiscovered

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Zeiders American Dream Theater — Sign up at the door — Showcase your talent in a supportive environment with fellow musical theater enthusiasts.

Gerald Huston Comedy Show

7-11 p.m. — Funny Bone Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with Gerald Huston in a vibrant comedy atmosphere.

White Lotus x Verizon Pop-Up Experience

10 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Verizon — Free entry — Dive into an immersive AR experience and a mini pop-up inspired by the stunning resort from White Lotus.

Cris Jacobs Live Performance

8 PM – 2 AM — The Bunker Brewpub — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the captivating songwriting and guitar skills of Cris Jacobs in an intimate setting.

Brotherly Laughs: Virginia Comedy Tour

6-9 p.m. — Phoenix Restaurant and Lounge — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Experience an entertaining night with 2 funny hosts and 4 hilarious comedians.

Kids Adventure Terrarium Workshop

1:30-2:30 p.m. — PlantHouse — Admission varies — Explore creativity and nature by crafting your own unique terrarium with air plants and decorations.

Boys Day Camp 8-12

8 AM – 5 PM — Camp Hope Haven — Registration fee applies — A week of fun and activities designed for boys aged 8 to 12.

Gareth Reynolds Live Stand-Up Comedy

6:00 – 8:30 PM — Funny Bone Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience clever comedy and sharp wit from internationally touring comedian Gareth Reynolds.

Brydge Kauflin Duo Performance

7 p.m. — The Roads Bistro — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of jazz standards with the Brydge Kauflin Duo.

Swan Lake

7-11 p.m. — Sandler Center for the Performing Arts — Check event page for tickets — Experience a ballet masterpiece with stunning choreography and enchanting music.