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February 11, 2026
Spirit of Innovation: Arts Across America, January 2026 Information and Links for Website
Season 8, Episode 4
In our January episode of Spirit of Innovation: Arts Across America, our Impact segment explores the high-tech process that rejuvenated the largest natural lake in Southern California. Then, our Spotlight takes a look at a unique new program that provides alternative living options for people with developmental disabilities who want more independence and autonomy. Plus, our Need-to-Know highlights some of the new legislation taking effect in California. Our Community Roundtable welcomes two successful creativepreneurs to discuss the power of the arts as business. In this month’s Aryn’s Corner, we focus on the 102.5 The Vine radio station and shine a light on the work they do to support the community. We also look ahead in our AAA/ DigiFest promo as we prepare for DigiFest’s® 10th year celebration and take our Arts Across America initiative to the next level. Before we fully dive into 2026, we also took a moment to reflect on a successful 2025 with our JDS Year Review, and look back at our frosty Winter Showcase!
Impact – High-Tech Lake Clean Up
Lake Elsinore has a reputation for “being green” with algae, but that’s old news. Thanks to high-tech water cleaning innovations, the lake is revitalized, bringing back wildlife and recreation. Read more about it here.
https://www.lake-elsinore.org/615/Lake-Watch
Spotlight – Homies
In California, there are roughly 500,000 regional center system clients. Of those, less than 5 to 6 percent live independently. But a new program called, Homies, is offering people with developmental disabilities another option to gain more independence.
Need-to-Know – New Laws
Every year there are new California laws that impact all areas of our lives. Go here for a deep dive.
https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/12/31/new-in-2026-california-laws-taking-effect-in-the-new-year/
Community Roundtable
Yes it is possible to be an artist and make a business out of it. Meet two successful artists/business owners: Author Stacia Deutsch and Singer/Songwriter Joanna Pearl.
Aryn’s Corner
This month, SOI team member Aryn Porras shines a light on 102.5 The Vine FM, a local Christian radio station and JDSCA partner that uses their platform to give back to the community.
AAA/ DigiFest Promo
DigiFest® 2026 is almost here! We’re celebrating a decade of digital evolution and we want you to be a part of it! Join us on April 24th, 25th, and 26th at JDS Studio in Temecula, California! Plus, Arts Across America is making big moves this year! Learn how Diane and Scott Strand can help you make a lasting impact with your business and guide you to success!
https://artsacrossamerica.org/
Winter Showcase/ Spring Classes Promo
We finished 2025 with a bang because our Winter Showcase was a huge success! From our musical theater program’s production of Frozen Jr., to our scriptwriting and filmmaking classes’ presentations of their creative masterpieces, there was a lot to celebrate! Registration for spring classes is now open!
https://jdscreativeacademy.org/extracurricular-classes/’
JDS Year in Review
2025 was one of our most innovative years yet! Check out everything JDS Creative Academy accomplished in our year recap!
