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- Did you feel Saturday night’s small quake northeast of Petaluma?
- Why Petaluma celebrates the world’s “ugliest” dogs every year
Also on today's calendar: Kids in the Kitchen and 6 more events.
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Today's riddle: What did the hair spray say to the hair when it got back from vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Cloudy with a shower in spots, with a high of 63 and low of 49 degrees.
- Wednesday: Cloudy, then some sun, breezy, temps: high: 62, low: 39.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 60 and low of 35 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Seismic activity on Jan. 3: Earthquake near Petaluma, CA recorded (sacbee.com) — A minor 2.2 magnitude earthquake shook an area about three miles northeast of Petaluma late Saturday night, though it was too small to cause damage for most residents. The report recaps other recent regional tremors and offers clear, practical safety tips on how to protect yourself during and after future quakes.
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• The world's ugliest (but coolest) dogs (starsinsider.com) — Petaluma once again takes center stage as host of the quirky, beloved World’s Ugliest Dog Contest, where offbeat pups are celebrated rather than mocked. The article spotlights 2024 champion Wild Thang, an eight-year-old Pekingese whose distemper-related quirks and wild hair helped him finally snag the $5,000 grand prize and a devoted fan base.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Petaluma
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★ Featured events ★
- Through Tamsen’s Eyes
Petaluma Woman's Club Event Space, 518 B St, Petaluma
11:00 am
Thursday January 8
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Other local events
- Kids in the Kitchen
Chabad Jewish Center of Petaluma , 205 Keller St , Petaluma
4:00 pm - Album release party for "Stories In The Heart" by Back pOrchEstra Peacetown Sebastopol Jan 7 Wed 6p
6:00 pm - Sourdough Made Simple
Chabad Jewish Center of Petaluma , 205 Keller St , Petaluma
7:00 pm - PAULA LAFFERTY
Copperfield's Books , 140 Kentucky St , Petaluma
7:00 pm - FLAMENCO! LIVE! Saturday, January 10th 2026 at The Big Easy Petaluma
The Big Easy , 128 American Alley , Petaluma
5:00 pm - The Social Contractors Rock The Big Easy!
128 American Alley , Petaluma
8:00 pm - North Bay WFP New Year Social and Celebration
Aqus Café at Foundry Wharf , 189 H St , Petaluma
6:30 pm - Wise Girl Workshops
McKinley School , 110 Ellis St , Petaluma
9:57 pm
Wednesday January 7
Thursday January 8
Friday January 9
Saturday January 10
Sunday January 11
Tuesday January 13
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Crochet for Beginners and Beyond
Sonoma Community Center , 276 E Napa St , Sonoma
6:00 pm - Karmic Beauty
The Big Easy , 128 American Alley , Petaluma
7:30 pm - Noon Times Networking Luncheon - Sponsored by Could Be You
Sally Tomatoes Catering & Events , 1100 Valley House Dr , Rohnert Park
12:00 pm - Relax & Receive: Intro to Access Bars
blush a day spa , 15 West MacArthur Street , 901 Broadway , Sonoma
5:00 pm
Tuesday January 6
Wednesday January 7
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Does anyone have any extra fruit on their trees right now?
I’m seeing so much go to waste, especially citrus. I’d be happy to come pick and share with you. I can also preserve it and bring you some! (Nextdoor Oak Hill) - Walking into Lowe’s with my Chicago Bears beanie on…
“Excuse me sir, are you from Chicago?” Said with the most contemptuous tone I’ve ever heard. “Why yes I am, born on the south side.” He looks me up… (Nextdoor Dunham)
- Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Petaluma. Apply here.
- Nike, Inc. posted a job opening for Retail Associate, SEAS - Petaluma in Petaluma. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Petaluma here.
🗞 Nearby News
Cotati
- Why Winter's Better In Rohnert Park: Beat The Blues With These Local Picks (patch.com)
- From Pasture Accident to Rodeo Finals: How a Devastating Carpal Joint Wound Became a UC Davis Equine Win (myvetcandy.com)
Rohnert Park
- Century-Old Eatery Closes Luxury Trains' CA Comeback: CA Business News (patch.com)
Sonoma
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