If enjoying science, music or theater is on your to-do list for 2026, you’re in luck! The next couple of weeks have plenty to offer. Following are some ideas in the local area.
• The Physics Show, 10 a.m.; 1 p.m.; 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, Foothill College, 12345 El Monte Road, Los Altos Hills.
This ever-popular physics extravaganza is fun for all ages. (Note: These are the same shows that were put on in September; a new show will be coming next September.) $6.
For tickets and more information, visit thephysicsshow.com/home.
• CSMA’s Jazz Festival, 5:30 p.m. Jan. 13-15, Community School of Music & Arts,
Tateuchi Hall, 230 San Antonio Circle, Mountain View.
Jazz Fest celebrates CSMA’s talented students and expert faculty, offering a vibrant glimpse into the world of jazz at the school. Each night features three combos with a 15-minute intermission between sets. Free.
For more information and to register, visit tinyurl.com/CSMA-JazzFest.
• The Adventures of Pinocchio by Peninsula Youth Theatre, Jan. 16-17, Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts Second Stage, 500 Castro St. Meet familiar characters such as Geppetto, a talking cricket, a mischievous cat and a friendly fairy. A live talk back follows the show. Tickets range from $7 (school groups) to $17.
For tickets and more infor-mation, visit pytnet.org/boxoffice/the-adventures-of-pinocchio.
• “Hershey Felder: The Piano and Me,” Jan. 17 through Feb. 8, Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St.
Known for his hit portrayals of musical geniuses in his beloved composer series, Felder now presents his own remarkable musical journey. The show features Felder’s performances of compositions by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninoff, Bartók and more. $49-$99 (tickets are selling fast).
• Yoga Play: Jan. 22-Feb. 15, Bus Barn Theater, 27 Hillview Ave., Los Altos. Los Altos Stage Company presents Dipika Guha’s humorous take on the Western world’s obsession with yoga. The CEO of a yoga apparel company bends over backward to save her career and the company’s reputation. Tickets range from $28 to $51. For tickets and more information, visit losaltosstage.org/yoga-play-2.
