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In today's newsletter:

• Why is Petaluma suddenly in the Trump administration’s legal crosshairs?

Also on today's calendar: Kids in the Kitchen and 7 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Ray M.!

Today's riddle: What did the hammer say after getting an A on a test? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Cloudy, then some sun, breezy, with a high of 64 and low of 42 degrees.
• Thursday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 60, low: 35.
• Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 60 and low of 35 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Trump administration targets Petaluma in latest suit over fossil fuel limits (pressdemocrat.com) — Petaluma’s all-electric building rules have drawn a direct federal lawsuit from the Trump administration, which is asking a judge to block the city’s ban on natural gas in new construction. Local leaders are still assessing the sudden challenge, which could determine whether Petaluma can keep enforcing its climate-focused building ordinance and may influence similar efforts across California.
   

📣 Petaluma Shout Outs!

• ❤️ I like to give a big shout out and thank you to Janice cater Thompson our district one Petaluma city council representative for all that she has done for us out in Brody Ranch community —Ray M.

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Petaluma

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday January 8

• Through Tamsen’s Eyes
  Petaluma Woman's Club Event Space, 518 B St, Petaluma
  11:00 am

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Other local events

Wednesday January 7

• 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

Thursday January 8

• Sourdough Made Simple
  Chabad Jewish Center of Petaluma , 205 Keller St , Petaluma
  7:00 pm

Friday January 9

• PAULA LAFFERTY
  Copperfield's Books , 140 Kentucky St , Petaluma
  7:00 pm

Saturday January 10

• 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

Sunday January 11

• North Bay WFP New Year Social and Celebration
  Aqus Café at Foundry Wharf , 189 H St , Petaluma
  6:30 pm

Tuesday January 13

• Wise Girl Workshops
  McKinley School , 110 Ellis St , Petaluma
  9:57 pm

Wednesday January 14

• 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
  1:30 pm

🗓 Events Nearby

Wednesday January 7

• 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
• Library Commission Regular Meeting
  Rohnert Park - Cotati Regional Library , 6250 Lynne Condé Way , Rohnert Park
  6:00 pm
• Free Spirit Gospel Choir
  Sonoma Community Center , 276 E Napa St , Sonoma
  7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• What to do with your real Xmas Tree?
  My goats are interested. Did you know that Xmas trees are a tasty treat. The needles offer benefits like Vit C, antioxidants and minerals. Plus they… (Nextdoor Rural Near West Side)
• I know there are many people struggling.
  People who feel so overwhelmed, they can’t rest; they turn to binging entertainment with wine for relief that doesn’t satisfy. We all deserve help to… (Nextdoor Tri-School Area)

• Target posted a job opening for On-Demand: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Style (T2601) in Petaluma. Apply here.
• Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Petaluma. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Petaluma here.

🗞 Nearby News

Penngrove

• Where to Get the Best Bagels in Sonoma County (pressdemocrat.com)

Cotati

• Letters to the Editor, Tuesday Jan. 6 (pressdemocrat.com)
• From Pasture Accident to Rodeo Finals: How a Devastating Carpal Joint Wound Became a UC Davis Equine Win (myvetcandy.com)

Rohnert Park

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-- The Patch AM Team

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