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Oakland
Sunday, January 25th, 2026
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mandy Patinkin, a Tony and Emmy winner, will perform his new concert, Mandy Patinkin in Concert: Jukebox, at the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts on Thursday, Feb. 5 — he will be joined by pianist Adam Ben-David to perform classic musical numbers. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Kinjal Nandy, an AI startup CEO in the Bay Area, uses his 'Girlfriend Requirements Document' to stand out as singles seek tech-savvy partners. Local matchmakers say that hardworking AI experts are now a hot commodity, showing how shifting work habits change dating trends (with long hours sometimes affecting connections). San Francisco Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bright Saver is piloting plug-in solar panels that plug into outlets and cost nearly 1/10 as much as rooftop systems — state lawmakers plan to introduce safety rules that let homeowners and renters lower their energy bills. San Francisco Chronicle
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new state law requires listings to disclose digitally altered photos and show the unaltered version, per a regulation that took effect Jan. 1. Agents must display the original image alongside the edited one (as seen at Compass in Oakland) so buyers can judge a property's true appearance. San Francisco Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The NFL is releasing two limited-edition capsule collections with Spanish translations of Super Bowl branding ahead of Bad Bunny’s historic halftime show, including apparel for all 32 teams. Bay Area fans can pre-order items online and view stock at Super Bowl Experience at Moscone Center (San Francisco) starting Feb. 3. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Former 49ers quarterback John Brodie (90) died Friday after a 17-year career that set passing records and led to his jersey retirement, marking his lasting influence on Bay Area sports. KTVU
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Five Course Wine Pairing Dinner
5:30-9 p.m. — The Berkeley Boathouse — $99 per person — Delight in a gourmet five-course meal paired with exquisite wines.
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Tower Of Power Live Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Ticketed event — Experience 55 years of soul and funk music with the legendary Tower of Power.
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Boss Guitars Master Class Series: Jubu Smith
2-4 p.m. — The Sound Room — Tickets available — Learn from legendary guitarist Jubu Smith and enhance your musical skills in this dynamic masterclass.
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LIFE OF THE PARTY! - Oakland First Friday
10 PM – 1 AM — Crybaby — Free entry for first 25 with RSVP — Experience lit vibes and curated sets from local DJs at Oakland's First Friday celebration.
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Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir's 10th Black History Month Celebration
7-10 p.m. — The Freight — Ticket prices vary — Experience a powerful musical journey honoring African American history with gospel and spirituals in an intimate setting.
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Super Bowl Sunday Celebration in Oakland
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts — Free entry — Experience the excitement of the Super Bowl with live music, local vendors, and community activities.
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Pedrito Martinez Concert
8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Afro-Cuban music with percussion master Pedrito Martinez.
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Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Rotunda Building — Tickets required — Experience the music of Queen and ABBA performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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Lunar New Year Celebration with Maxine Hong Kingston
6:30-8 p.m. — Mechanics' Institute — Free entry — Celebrate the Lunar New Year with engaging stories and traditions from notable Asian American authors and activists.
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FTM-SIG Meeting with Mark Olsen
11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free admission — Discover the latest features of Family Tree Maker with hands-on demonstrations and Q&A.
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