7 awesome Bay Area things to do this weekend, Jan. 9-11 Today Us News


Whether you want to catch a cool concert or the Golden Globes, or just settle down to a decadent lasagna dinner, we are here for you. So let’s get to it, shall we?

(As always, be sure to double check event and venue websites for any last-minute changes in health guidelines or other details.)

Meanwhile, if you’d like to have this Weekender lineup delivered to your inbox every Thursday morning for free, just sign up at www.mercurynews.com/newsletters  or  www.eastbaytimes.com/newsletters.

1 WATCH: A film icon’s big comeback

Gus Van Sant is back from a long break with the new thriller “Dead Man’s Wire.” And, yeah, it’s a winner.

Acclaimed Jazz pianist Kenny Barron will perform at the Lesher Center in Walnut Creek Jan. 10.
Acclaimed Jazz pianist Kenny Barron will perform at the Lesher Center in Walnut Creek Jan. 10. Courtesy of Kenny Barron

2 SEE & HEAR: Great shows all over

From a star pianist in Walnut Creek to new exhibits at the Triton in Santa Clara and a two-day tribute to David Bowie, there are a lot of cool shows to catch in the Bay Area this weekend and beyond.

3 DINE: 24-hour Mexican deliciousness

In our humble opinion, the East Bay can’t have enough 24-hour Mexican restaurants. Fortunately, it just got another.

4 MAKE & SCARF: Sinfully delicious lasagna

We bet this gooey, bubbling, cheesy, lasagna will bring big smiles to your dinner table.

Lucy Liu and Lawrence Shou star in "Rosemead," a drama inspired by real-life Southern California tragedy. (Vertical)
Lucy Liu and Lawrence Shou star in “Rosemead,” a drama inspired by real-life Southern California tragedy. (Vertical) 

5 WATCH: Acclaimed veteran, talented newcomer, team up

Lucy Liu says she knew at first sight that young Fremont actor Lawrence Shou had nailed his audition and would star with her in the new drama “Rosemead.”

6 WATCH: Here come the Golden Globes

Here’s what to know about the unofficial launch of the Hollywood awards season.

7 READ & GET STOKED: 11 big openings for 2026

OK, you can’t actually go to these places yet, but we think you ought to know about these 11 exciting new restaurants headed for the Bay Area.

 


Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *