Community Events (Misc.) 03/23: MWPAC’s Annual Elected Women’s Luncheon With guest speaker Katie Rice, Supervisor for Marin’s 2nd District and Keynote Speaker Fiona Ma, Speaker pro Tempore of the California Assembly. 11:30am-1:30pm. $40. The Club at McInnis, 350 Smith Ranch Road, San Rafael. 897-1224. www.mwpac.org 03/23: Night at the Museum Cocktails & hors d’oeuvres. Hosted by Kirsten Walker & Ewan Macdonald 5-8pm. $10. Bolinas Museum, 48 Wharf Road, Bolinas. 868-0330. www.bolinasmuseum.org 03/24: Bridal Fair The Novato Downtown Merchants’ Bridal Fair. Guests could win a drawing for a $400 Bridal bag filled with wedding goodies donated by Continental Jewelers. First 25 guests receive a free gift! Noon-4pm. $10. Novato City Hall, 901 Sherman Ave., Novato. 897-4855.
03/24: Grand Opening Event at MoveMe Studio With free mini yoga and NIA classes beginning at 2pm along with music, snacks, chair massages, astrology readings and more. 2-7:30pm. Free. MoveMe Studio, 1320 Fourth St., San Rafael. 4195457. www.movemestudio.com 03/24: Our Changing World What are the cur-
rent discussions in regards to global warming and climate change? Is there a real threat of the earth heating up to the point of no return? Discuss what is happening. 11am-noon. Free. Bay Model Visitor Center, 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalto. 332-3871. www.spn.usace. army.mil/bmvc/ 03/25: Spin-a-Thon and Barbecue Spin hard then eat hearty at this fun-filled fundraiser for Autistry Studios, a nonprofit that teaches job and social skills to young adults with Autism. Sign up to exercise, or just come for the BBQ. 10am-3pm. $40. Body Image Personal Fitness Center, 25 Reed Blvd., Mill Valley. 454-1037. www.autistry.com
03/25: Sunday Morning Meditative Hike Easy walk around Lake Lagunitas. Meet at the Fairfax Community Church at 8am for carpooling or at 8:20am in the Lake Lagunitas parking lot at the animal postings board. 8-10am. Free. Fairfax Community Church, 2398 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Fairfax.
03/26: Marinita’s Don JulioTequila Dinner Includes a margarita made with the featured brand tequila and tequila flight paired with a three-course dinner. Cocktail hour 5pm. 6pm check in, meet and greet. 5-8pm. $35. Marinita’s Restaurant, 218 Sir Francis Drake Blvd San Anselmo, San Anselmo. 454-8900.
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03/27: Brainstormers Pub Trivia Join quizmaster Rick Tosh for a fun and friendly team trivia competition. 8-10pm. Free. Finnegan’s Marin, 877 Grant Ave., Novato. 899-1516. www.finnegansmarin.com 03/28: Community Blood Drive The Bay Area is desperately in need of blood donations, especially Type O. 4.5 million Americans would die each year without life saving blood transfusions. Each donation saves three lives. 1:30-6:30pm. San Geronimo Golf Course, 5800 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Geronimo. 488-4862. 03/28: Team Trivia Cafe Team trivia contest, hosted by Howard Rachelson, Marin’s Master of Trivia, featuring great questions, music and visuals, and cash prizes. 7:30-9:30pm. $4 entry/player (goes to prizes for winners) Broken Drum, 1132 Fourth St., San Rafael. www.triviacafe.com 03/28: Writing Your College Application Essay Mr. Robert-Harry Rovin , President and CEO of WRITE ON!, will give a series of five free weekly workshops aimed at helping you discover what you feel passionate about and writing it down. 3:305:30pm. Free. San Rafael Public Library, 1100 E St., San Rafael. 485-3321. 03/29:‘Hell and High Water: Part 2’ Adapting to Climate Change in San Rafael and Marin. With BCDC Chief Planner Joe LaClair, ESA Sea Level Rise Specialist Jeremy Lowe and San Rafael Community Development Director Paul Jensen. 7pm. $10 donation requested. San Rafael City Hall Council Chambers, 1400 Fifth Ave., San Rafael. 302-0110. www. sustainablesanrafael.org
Through 04/28:‘Celebrating the Golden Gate Bridge’ On May 27, the Golden Gate Bridge turns 75 years old. To celebrate this remarkable milestone, the Bay Model will host this educational and informative exhibition. 9am-4pm. Free. Bay Model Visitor Center, 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalto. 332-3871. www.spn.usace.army.mil/bmvc/
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Library, 1100 E Street, San Rafael. 485-3322. www.srpubliclibrary.org/ 03/29: Fish Feeding Frenzy Help Ranger Bill feed the hungry inhabitants of our fresh and saltwater tanks. Watch the different feeding styles of rock cod, sea stars, and steelhead trout. Free Bay Model Visitor Center, 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalto. 332-3871. www.spn.usace.army.mil/bmvc/ 03/30: Nature for Kids at Rush Creek Look for all sorts of wildlife. Lunch at the edge of a marsh and see beautiful ducks and other birds. The road is sometimes muddy. No animals, except service. Meet at Binford Road. 10am-1pm. Free. Rush Creek Preserve, Binford Road - gate is on the right, Novato. 893-9508. www.marincountyparks.org Through 03/24:‘Annie’ Presented by the North Bay Rep Theatre and San Rafael Community Services. 7:30pm March 23; 1 and 5pm March 17, 24; 3pm March 18. $15-20. $160 a table on Gala nights March 9 and 23.. San Rafael Community Center, 618 B St., San Rafael. 485-3333. http://eplay.livelifelocally.com
Outdoors (Hikes & Bikes) 03/24: Bothin Marsh Habitat Restoration Partner with the Richardson Bay Girl Scout troop to remove invasive plants and tend to the natives as part of our continuing effort to improve endangered species habitat. Bring water. Wear sturdy shoes. 9amnoon. Free. Bothin Marsh Preserve, Meet at end of Sycamore Avenue, Mill Valley. 473-3778. www.marincountyparks.org
03/24: The Art of Nature at Mount Burdell Early spring hike to discover flowers, insects, birds, and reptiles. Also, Craig will show participants how to hone their outdoor photography skills. Moderately steep hike - no animals. 10am-noon. Free. Mount Burdell Preserve, San Andreas Dr. Gate is near the end on the right., Novato. 473-2816. www.marincountyparks.org
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03/25: Tiburon Peninsula Wildflower Hike: Paradise Beach Park See hounds tongue, milk-
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maids, Indian warrior and other spring wildflowers. Beautiful vistas of the bay, learn about the colorful and surprising history of the Peninsula. Dogs must be on leash 10am-noon. Free, parking fee waived for particapants. Paradise Beach Park, 3450 Paradise Drive, upper parking lot, Tiburon. 499-6387. www. marincountyparks.org 03/28: Cascade Canyon Carpool if possible. Adults only, no dogs. 10am-2pm. Free. Cascade Canyon Preseve, Gate at the end of Cascade Drive, Fairfax. 893-9508. www.marincountyparks.org
wisdom, this adaptation of the Grimm fairy tale by Charles Queary with music by Jef Labes entertains adults as well as children. 7:00pm Fri.-Sat.; 1pm Sunday matinee. $10-$15. Showcase Theater, Marin Center, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael. 499-6800. www.marincenter.org
03/24-04/07: Easter Bunny at Northgate The Easter Bunny is hopping his way over to the Macy’s wing on March 24th and will be there through April 7th. Visit the Easter Bunny and take home this memory by purchasing a special photo. 11am-7pm. Northgate, 5800 Northgate Dr., San Rafael. www.shopatnorthgate.com/
03/24-31: Marin Theatre Company presents ‘Anansi the Spider’ The African folktale of Anansi comes alive on stage in a hip hop musical perfect for ages 5-11. Ana learns an important lesson when she must complete 3 seemingly impossible tasks. Also at 11AM on 3/31 2:30-3:15pm. $10 kids, $15 adults Marin Theatre Company, 397 Miller Ave., Mill Valley. 388-5208. www.marintheatre.org 03/24: Asheba Asheba returns with a rollicking, rhythmic, joyful and interactive version of your favorite kid’s songs. 11am-noon Members $5; General $14 (includes Museum admission) Bay Area Discovery Museum, 557 McReynolds Road, Sausalito. 339-3900. www.baykidsmuseum.org
03/25: Marin Symphony Family Concert “Green Eggs and Ham & Gertrude McFuzz.� Two delightful classics by the inimitable Dr. Seuss are set to music. 3pm. Adults $15, Children $10 Marin Center, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael. 479-8100. www.marinsymphony.org/family_concert.htm
03/27: Baby Time! Mother Goose on the Loose Fun filled 30 minute interactive session that uses rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments, and more to stimulate the learning process of babies and toddlers. 10:30-11am. Free. San Rafael Public
NonproďŹ ts/Volunteers 03/25: McNears Beach Park Spring Spruceup Help clean and beautify picnic sites, landscaped areas, and pathways. Help us get ready to kickoff the busy season for this popular park. Bring water; wear sturdy shoes. Meet at the Snack Bar. 10am-noon. Free, parking fee waived for volunteers. McNears Beach Park, 201 Cantera Way, San Rafael. 473-2823. www.marincountyparks.org
Health and Fitness 03/29: Health Presentation: Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Your Gut Telling You? Our digestive system plays a significant role in determining our overall health. Join us for this special presentation to learn about optimizing your own digestive health. Register: 1-888-996-9644 6-7:30pm. Free. Center for Integrative Health & Wellness, 1350 S Eliseo Dr., Greenbrae. 925-7624. <
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