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Sunday Songwriter Showcase with Jeff Berkley Featuring Special guests Aly Rowell & Cara Cormier Jeff Berkley – Songwriter, Musician, Producer Jeff Berkley is a native San Diego songwriter, musician, and producer who has left an indelible mark on the music world. Known for his soulful songwriting, masterful guitar work, and visionary production, he has collaborated with some of the industry's most revered artists, including Jackson Browne, David Crosby, Jim Messina, Ben Harper, Indigo Girls, Bruce Cockburn, Bob Weir, Tim Flannery, Steve Poltz, Arlo Guthrie, Jason Mraz, Pete Seeger, and many more. As one of Southern California’s most prolific producers, Jeff has shaped countless records across multiple genres, elevating the voices of emerging and established artists alike. His ability to capture raw emotion and authenticity in the studio has made him a sought-after producer and mentor. In 1999, Jeff won the prestigious Kerrville New Folk Songwriters award in Texas, joining the ranks of past winners like Jerry Jeff Walker, Steve Earle, Nanci Griffith, Jimmie Dale Gilmore, and Lindsay White. As a solo artist and with his bands, Berkley Hart and Jeff Berkley & The Banned, he has won multiple San Diego Music Awards (SDMAs), including Artist of the Year in 2023. In recognition of his contributions to the regional and national music scene, he was inducted into the San Diego Music Hall of Fame. Jeff Berkley continues to write, perform, and produce, always pushing the boundaries of creativity while staying rooted in the heart and soul of storytelling through music. Jeff Berkley on Facebook / Instagram

The company needs the Imperial Irrigation District to provide power for the $10 billion data center complex that it is seeking to build.

18 Cities Coffee Roasters will be hosting a community pop-up at La Canchita Indoor Soccer, a space dedicated to youth development through sports. The event will take place alongside La Canchita’s children’s soccer camp, creating a family-friendly environment that brings together youth, parents, and the local community over specialty coffee. View the event page on Instagram

Lecture title: The sweet side of drug discovery: How sugars can help shape the future of medicines - Front Row lecture with Yuzhong Liu, PhD Description: Some of the most powerful medicines we use today come from natural products, which are specialized molecules that plants and microbes have evolved over millions of years. Sugars play a key role in these compounds—determining how the molecule behaves, where it travels in the body and how strongly it activates the immune system. In this free Front Row lecture, Scripps Research chemist Yuzhong Liu will demonstrate how her lab uses synthetic biology to decode the role of sugars in medicine—helping scientists build next-generation vaccine adjuvants, cancer therapies and safer treatments. ABOUT SCRIPPS RESEARCH Scripps Research is an independent, nonprofit biomedical institute based in La Jolla, California, and ranked one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. The Front Row lecture series, now in its ninth season, offers an exclusive glimpse into groundbreaking scientific discoveries in action. Join us—in the front row. Reserve your seat! Settle into our auditorium for an inspirational, in-person experience, or attend virtually with thousands of people from around the world. Scripps Research on Instagram and Facebook

The second in a series of auctions of Bob Ross paintings to benefit public television stations will take place on January 27, beginning at 9 a.m. PT (12 p.m. EST). The auction will be held at the Bonhams Skinner location in Marlborough, Massachusetts, and will also be available to users live via the online auction site. International auction house Bonhams, in collaboration with American Public Television, will offer a total of 30 original paintings by beloved Joy of Painting host and American artist Bob Ross (1942–1995) across a series of auctions. The paintings were generously donated by Bob Ross, Inc., specifically to benefit public television.100% of the net sales proceeds from the auctions will be directed in support of public television stations nationwide. How to Participate: Those who wish to bid should REGISTER IN ADVANCE AT THE BONHAMS WEBSITE. If you would just like to watch, you can visit the same page shortly before the auction begins. A link to view the sale live will appear about 30 minutes prior to the start of the sale. Registration is not required for viewing only. If you are unsure whether you plan to bid, it is recommended that you register in advance, particularly for new Bonhams clients, to ensure you can participate without delay once the sale begins.

A community concert featuring five San Diego nonprofit arts organizations. Arms Wide Open, Art of Elan, Culture Shock San Diego, San Diego Young Artists Music Academy, and PASACAT Philippine Performing Arts Company will join Jason Mraz, MILCK, Raul Midón, Albert Posis, and friends on stage to shine a light on tomorrow’s artists and the importance of inclusive arts programming. Tickets are available via JasonMraz.com at a community-friendly cost of $25 plus processing fees thanks to the support of community partners. Visit: Jason Mraz Foundation Presents: 'DREAM' Jason Mraz on Instagram and Facebook

Celebrating its 15th Anniversary and directed by Donald Petrie ("Mystic Pizza," "Miss Congeniality") - Benjamin Barry is an advertising executive and ladies' man who, to win a big campaign, bets that he can make a woman fall in love with him in 10 days. Andie Anderson covers the "How To" beat for "Composure" magazine and is assigned to write an article on "How to Lose a Guy in 10 days." When the two meet in a bar shortly after the bet is made, both of their lives venture down unexpected paths. This box office smash stars Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey. This event is 13+ only

The Maritime Museum of San Diego invites new volunteers to train as docents and help bring maritime history to life at Star of India Wharf. Through an engaging 11-week series of lectures, readings, and guided tours aboard historic vessels, participants learn to interpret artifacts, guide visitors, and share the rich seafaring heritage preserved within the Museum’s fleet. Trainings are held consecutive Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from January 20-March 31, 2026 at the Maritime Museum on the upper deck of the 1898 Victorian-era steam ferryboat Berkeley. Share stories, lead tours, and inspire visitors while helping preserve our maritime heritage. No experience needed—just enthusiasm and a passion for the sea! Interested members of the community must register online in advance of training. Registration closes Friday, January 16, 2026. Visit: Docent Training Series Maritime Museum of San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Oceans, The Imposters at Belly Up January 9th 2026. Visit: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/oceans-the-imposters-belly-up-tickets/14670223?pl=bellyup&REFID=bupwebsite The Imposters on Instagram

Join ceramic artist Josh Herman for a conversation about his creative process, with a special focus on the influence of master potters like Gertrud and Otto Natzler. Inspired by "Boundless," Mingei’s exhibition celebrating midcentury ceramics, Herman will discuss his signature volcanic glaze textures, the tactile power of surface, and how historical techniques continue to shape his approach to form and material. Josh Herman on Facebook / Instagram