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Route One, Point Reyes Station. 663-1542. www.ptreyesbooks.com 11/07: Sisters In Crime Fall Showcase With Michelle Gagnon, Diana Orgain, Juliet Blackwell, Sophie Littlefield, Margaret Grace, Rhys Bowen, Ann Parker & Mark Coggins. Wine and cheese reception to follow. 2pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. 11/07: Vincenza Scarpaci “The Journey of Italians in America,� photographs. 4pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960.
11/08: Anne Lamott: Benefit to Bring Water to an African Village Afternoon with author Anne Lamott, Roger Housden and Nina Wise. $20. 142 Throckmorton Theatre, Mill Valley. www.142throckmortontheatre.com 11/08: Margot Fraser The author discusses “Dealing with Tough Stuff: Practical Wisdom for Running A Values-Driven Business.� 7pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. 11/08: Mary Hountalas The author talks about “The San Francisco Cliff House.� From raucous seaside roadhouse to fanciful Victorian palace to world-renowned urban destination. 2pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. 11/09: Al Gore Vice President Al Gore discusses his new book “Our Choice� which picks up where “An Inconvenient Truth� left off, providing a blueprint for solving the global climate crisis. 7pm. $40 (includes a signed book). Dominican University, 50 Acacia Ave., San Rafael. 927-0960, ext 1. 11/10: Ken Auletta The author talks about “Googled: The End of the World As We Know It.� 7pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. www.bookpassage.com 11/10: Kent Nerburn Nerburn talks about “The Wolf at Twilight.� 7pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. www.bookpassage.com 11/11: Garth Stein The author discusses “The Art of Racing in the Rain.� 7pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. www.bookpassage.com 11/13: Kamala Harris S.F. District Attorney Harris talks about “Smart on Crime.� 7pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. www.bookpassage.com 11/13: Rachel Ashwell “Rachel Ashwell’s Shabby Chic Interiors: My Rooms, Treasures and Trinkets.� 7pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. www.bookpassage.com
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11/07:‘SNIFF, the Dog Movie’ A portion of proceeds will support Guide Dogs for the Blind in San Rafael and NDSDF. 4:15pm. $6.50-10. Smith Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth St., San Rafael. 510-530-8980. www.cafilm.org/rfc 11/09: Monday Night at the Movies “Dr. No.� (1962). James Bond. 7:30pm. Free. Mill Valley Public Library, 375 Throckmorton, Mill Valley. 389-4292, x203. www.millvalleylibrary.org
Community Events (Misc.) 11/06-08: Sudha Benefit Sale 6th Annual Sudha Sale benefitting Bread & Roses and The Redwoods. Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun. 11am-4pm. 10am-5pm. Free. Corte Madera Town Center, Corte Madera. 415 945-7120. www.breadandroses.org 11/07-12: Green Week A bay area wide week of ecological service featuring hands on projects in permaculture, urban farming, water catchment, eco-arts and more. Happening across the Bay Area. Free. 246-2703. www.communitree.net
11/07:‘Steppin’ Out’ Mayflower Chorus Gala Fundraiser Food, comedy, dancing, music. Silent and live auctions. 5:30-10pm. $30-35. Corte Madera Recreation Center, 498 Tamalpais Dr., Corte Madera. 491-9110. www.mayflowerchorus.org/SpecialEvents.htm 11/07: Harmony Harvest Performance Family event with music, dance, fall desserts & a silent auction. Barbershop harmony performances by the Pacific Empire Chorus men and womens’ quartets and the Elsie Alllen Jazz Band. 2pm. Petaluma Veterans Memorial Building, 1094 Petaluma Blvd. S, Petaluma. www.pacificempire.org 11/07: Jump, Jive and Swing The Marin League of the San Francisco Symphony presents a night with Ben Mercado Band, wine and martini bar, local chefs, silent and live auctions. 6:30-10pm. $95. 142 Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton, Mill Valley. 383-9600. www.142ThrockmortonTheatre.org
11/07: Partners/Relationships Discussion Dr. Howard Schechter discusses book “Intimate Partners, Romantic Love to Enduring Relationships.� 2:30-5pm. $20-35. Creekside House, 11 Calle del Pinos, Stinson Beach. 868-9792. www. strategyflow.com
11/12: The Art of the Interview: The Story Behind the Stories “Telling Your Story� series with oral historian Esther Ehrlich and journalist Dick Spotswood on what really goes on and what matters most in creating a meaningful biographical interview. 7-8:30pm. $15. The Redwoods, 40 Camino Alto, Mill Valley. 383-1600 ext.269. www.theredwoods.org
11/13: Northgate Tree Lighting Event With entertainment in the Oak Plaza, including face painters, balloon artists, jugglers, and more. At 6:45, Santa will arrive and community members will help light Northgate’s new signature Coast Live Oak Tree by waving magic lights. At 7pm, live music with The Mistletones. 6-8:30pm. Free. Northgate, 5800 Northgate Mall, Suite 200, San Rafael. 479-5956. www.shopatnorthgate.com
Kid Stuff 11/06: Author Oliver Chin Mr. Chin talks about the lush illustrated “Baltazar and the Flying Pirates.� 11am. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. 11/07: Banana Slug String Band Part of the Hip Kids Music Series. 11am Bay Area Discovery Museum, 557 McReynolds Road, Fort Baker, Sausalito. www.bananaslugstringband.com 11/07: Fish Feeding Frenzy Help Ranger Bill Cope feed the hungry inhabitants of our fresh and saltwater tanks. Watch the different feeding styles of perch, crabs, sea stars, and steelhead trout. 2pm. Free. Bay Model Visitor Center, 2100 Bridgeway, sausalito. 332-3871. www.spn.usace. army.mil/bmvc/ 11/08:‘The Hobbit’ Theatre Sans Fil, Montreal’s giant theatrical puppet company, brings to life the story where “The Lord of the Rings� trilogy begins with “The Hobbit�, the story of Bilbo Baggins wonderful journey. 3-5pm. $15-30. Marin Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael. 499-6800. www.marincenter.org 11/11: Nature for Kids at Deer Island Loop around a small preserve, through grassland and wooded areas looking for insects and other fun creatures. 10am-2pm. Deer Island Open Space Preserve, From Hwy 101 in Novato, take the San Marin Dr/Atherton Ave exit, head east on Atherton Ave to Olive. 499-3647. www.marinopenspace.org 11/13: Meomi Meomi talks about “The Octonauts and the Great Ghost Reef.� 11am. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. www.bookpassage.com
Outdoors (Hikes & Bikes) 11/07: 2nd Annual REI Ridge Trail Service Day The Bay Area Ridge Trail Council & REI host the 2nd REI Ridge Trail Service Day Sat. with 11 volunteer trail work project around the Bay Area. 8:30am-3pm. Free. Bay area Parks and Open Spaces. 561-2595. www.ridgetrail.org/about/news_detail. cfm?id=182 11/07: Freshwater Fishing Park Rangers will teach the basics of freshwater fishing at McInnis Park Pond. A limited amount of fishing poles, bait, and tackle boxes will be provided on a first- come, first-serve basis. A fishing license is required for participants 16 and over. Meet at the Skate Park and we’ll hike to the pond. 10am-noon. McInnis Park Pond, 350 Smith Ranch Road, San Rafael. 446-4423. www.marinparks.org 11/09: Hearts Desire Picnic and Hike Potluck lunch at the beach and easy hikes to Shell Beach and Indian Beach. Please bring a dish for six. Carpool from Faifax Parkade at 9:30am, back about 5pm. 461-9255. 11/12: Point Bonita Lighthouse Hike An easy Sierra Club sponsored hike to the lighthouse from the beach with a guided tour by a docent. Carpool from Miller and Locust (Mill Valley) at 9:30am or meet far end of Rodeo Beach at 10:30am, back around 1:30pm. 461-9255.
Home and Garden 11/13-14: Marin Bonsai Club Fall Show Experience trees in fall color. Raffles, silent auction, tree and tool sale. Free. Marin Art & Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ross. www.marinbonsai.org
NonproďŹ ts/Volunteers 11/07: Free Electronic Waste Recycling and Fundraiser Fundraiser for Community Violence Solutions formerly known as the Rape Crisis Center of Marin and Contra Costa Counties. For more information about CVS log on to: www.cvsolutions. org. 9am-3pm. Free. Corte Madera Town Center, 700 Tamalpais Dr., Corte Madera. 510-237-0113. www.cvsolutions.org
11/08: Volunteer at Point Reyes National Seashore Enjoy the outdoors and give back to the environment. Visit some of most beautiful areas in Point Reyes while carrying out educational restoration projects. 9am-1pm. Free. Point Reyes National Seashore, 1 Bear Valley Road, Point Reyes Station. 464-5223. www.nps.gov/pore/index.htm Ongoing: Whistlestop Volunteers Volunteers needed during the lunch hour to serve or prepare lunch for older adults and those in need. Also need one day a week office volunteer to answer phones, assist with general questions and schedule appointments. 456-9062. www.thewhistlestop.org
Classes/Workshops 11/07: Organize To Energize Workshop Tips on how to let go of clutter and live a more energized life. 10-noon. $50. Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley. 256-2470. 11/10: Optimize Your Ability To Remember Discover how to optimize your capacity to remember. Phil Whillcher was one of the first Silva Mind Control instructors and is a certified hypnotherapist, N.L.P. 7:30-9:30pm. $20. Sunrise Center, 645 Tamalpais Dr., Corte Madera. 924-7824. www.sunrisecenter.org <
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