Marin July 2023

VITALITY THROUGH THEAGES

Never have the words, “Yes sir,” been so cutting as when I heard it from my sister. My authority within the family business had caused a rift in the family. Somewhere along the way, I’d stopped being a brother and became the CEO and chairman of the board instead. at’s when Whit suggested that our annual charity golf tournament was the perfect opportunity to recapture some of the family magic of our childhood. A few laughs and a round of golf later, we’d reworked the business so Whit could handle decisions involving the family and I could focus on being a brother. Sometimes the big picture becomes clearer when you focus on the little things

— David, San Diego

We made our family tighter and our business stronger with one round of golf.

CONTENTS

IN MARIN

21 Currents How you can help the SF-Marin Food Bank and Hunter Pence’s new environmental org has its sights set on Marin.

24 We’re All Greek to Me Ultramarathon runner Dean Karnazes shares his roots.

TRAVEL

56 Sleeping Bags Optional Experience California’s State Parks without sacrificing creature comforts.

58 Appellations

Dog-friendly outings, winery art encounters and more.

COLUMNS

OUT & ABOUT

62 Calendar

A roundup of what to do in Marin and beyond.

66 Dine

An insider’s guide to dining and food in the Bay Area.

74 On the Scene Snapshots from events around the county.

MARIN HOME

79 Backstory Architect Lauren Goldman renovates her Mill Valley home to provide a welcoming environment for her family of five.

14 EDITOR’S NOTE 18 LETTERS 98 LOOKING BACK

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EXPLORE MARIN

Hello, neighbors — look around, we’ve got some long awaited elbow room. There’s parking in the downtowns, there’s no line at your favorite coffee, burrito, pizza or sushi spot (unless you are in Sausalito, where you’ll hear a cacophony of international conversations and accents). And best of all, school traffic is a vague irritating memory, as are the countless hours of contemplating how our towns can better regulate school hours so those throngs of well meaning parents can drive their kids to the curb. July in Marin is paradise.

In this issue we celebrate our county’s continual top spot as the healthiest of California’s 58 counties (according to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation). Part of this rating includes longevity — the average lifespan here is 85.2 years.

COOLEST THING I LEARNED THIS MONTH

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Average, as in many live way longer. Why? Many point to the access to the thousands of acres of open space offering hundreds of trails, bike paths and miles of coastline to explore. In fact, we are so blessed with greenery, when I first heard the term “forest bathing,” I thought it was a joke. Here in Marin, we don’t have to pay for someone to lead us into nature, we are surrounded by it. We also have access to excellent health care, as you can see in our article on optimal living on page 40. Contributor Lotus Abrams interviewed local experts as well as a few sprightly seniors on the hows and whys of living into our 80s, 90s and beyond in optimal health. Key points I picked up include: daily walks (with a dog if possible), collagen and a positive mindset — smile at your reflection in the mirror. It’s proven that positive feedback loops (we become what we see) are critical to well-being.

Another activity that has been documented to contribute to our health is travel. Whether it’s around the globe or

just up the road, the act of exploring is good for the mind, body and soul. I really enjoyed reading Marin resident’s Dean Karnazes’ love letter to Greece and why he's now started a business leading running vacations in his home country. In our feature well, we’re presenting a handful of nearby vetted getaways, including Safari West, where a baby rhino named Otto Lang is guaranteed to make you smile. The week Otto was born, Jess Hamilton and I were lucky to get an invitation to meet the little tank and bring mom some carrots. In case you ever have the same opportunity, rhinos would prefer long grasses, not carrots. For those who want to stay in the zip code, we have compiled decades of content highlighting our unique and beautiful towns on our website, and can be found under the “Cities and Towns” on the top navigation bar.

We often hear that our history articles are your favorites, while Jim Wood’s monthly Looking Back article focuses on the Richardson Bay Bridge (photo is amazing), this month we went a little deeper with architectural writer Mark Anthony Wilson, who has taken a deep dive into Gerstle Park’s first homes and their residents in San Rafael. This neighborhood is famously known for the annual Porchfest event in September, where hundreds gather to enjoy free music being played on the porches and neighborly vibes. Mark your calendar for this year, September 17th, 12–5p.m.

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Dawn patrol visit to meet Otto Lang

Piatti launches brunch, Ashley Morgan moves to Ross, Mill Valley gets a vet clinic and more openings.

BY CHRISTINA MUELLER

EAT & DRINK

Red Rooster Brick Oven Husband and wife Anh Tran and Chi Truong, who handles the cooking, opened an Italian-American restaurant earlier this year where Revel & Roost once held sway. There is a buttermilk-fried chicken sandwich on the menu as well as thin crust pizzas pulled from the brick oven, but Truong keeps things interesting with daily menu offerings like s’mores pizza, clam chowder or feisty calamari with house made smoked jalapeño aioli. 901 B St, San Rafael; 415.234.8414; redroosterbrickoven.com

Piatti “Colazione (breakfast) plus pranzo (lunch) equals colanzo,” the new weekends-only brunch menu at Mill Valley’s Piatti tells us. Service, which launched in April, features Italian tweaks on the allAmerican meal. Look for poached eggs over polenta, zeppole (Italian doughnuts) with fennel sugar and strawberries, and lemon ricotta pancakes with blueberries macerated in limoncello. Of course, there is the Piatti spritz and Italian coffee as well as the lunch menu to enjoy while seated at a table facing the waters of Richardson Bay. 625 Redwood Hwy, Mill Valley; 415.380.2525; millvalley.piatti.com

SHOP

Pavilion Baby Pavilion, the original personal styling and apparel business from owner and Marin native Mariko Yamasaki, began in San Francisco before moving to Larkspur in 2020. A few doors down, Yamisaki opened a shop dedicated to the littlest ones in May. “I felt like there was a big hole in the Marin market for great brands, apparel and accessories for babies and young families,” says Yamasaki, who offers a curated assortment of apparel, shoes, carrying gear and more. 270 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur; 415.508.7554; pavilionbaby.com

Ashley Morgan Designs After many years running her own business in San Francisco, Ashley Morgan recently relocated her jewlery design atelier, opening in Ross in early May. Her small business includes her husband, Morgan Berman. Custom designs are Morgan’s speciality, crafting pieces that incorporate individual style and the personal history of the wearer. The atelier is at once studio and showroom where works by local artisans, including Amy

Torgenson, Blythe Harris, and Morgan’s mother, Pat Pilkington, are featured. 23 Poplar #2, Ross; ashleymorgandesigns.com

Vetted Dermlab A skincare line from three UCSF-trained dermatologists — Greenbrae resident Nina Botto, Carina Woodruff and Lindy Fox — is redefining clean beauty by not only avoiding common ingredients of concern, but ensuring that hypoallergenicity, as dermatologists define it, is part of the product design. The extensive “no-no” list includes everything from dyes and microplastics to fragrance and propolis. The line includes serums and moisturizers and is sustainably packed in glass bottles. vetteddermlab.com

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Thank you so much for the recent article on the Crookedest Railroad in the world! Quite a story and quite the look back into our local history. Fred Runner has truly been a key partner in all of the efforts to get the No. 9 back to Mt. Tam, but there was another significant voice who helped raise thousands of dollars over 30 years as her personal mission to bring it back home — Arlene Halligan. Her life was consumed by bringing the engine home, and she went as far as working with the State Park Service to get permits for a huge fundraiser in the East Peak parking lot on the top of Mt. Tam — at night, under a full moon — and Dick Bright and his Orchestra played at that event. I believe it still is the only event ever held in that location. Eventually they built a barn at the top of the mountain to house the engine, and now they are working to hopefully make the Depot Plaza downtown her permanent home. Again, Arlene was the torch bearer who would not let anything get in her way as she worked tirelessly to “bring her back,” and all that effort did not go unnoticed by those who knew her, especially those who are still working to make sure No.9 gets a permanent home. Arlene passed away in 2018 but her legacy remains.

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Food Banks at the Brink

Pandemic emergency allotments have ended and community hunger is skyrocketing — find out how to help.

BY KASIA PAWLOWSKA

During the pandemic, CalFresh — a.k.a. SNAP or food stamps — recipients received a boost to their monthly budget for groceries. These emergency allotments were a life raft for people as inflation remained high and came to an end nationwide in February. Inflation is still high and now nearly 82,000 households in San Francisco and Marin are in a dire situation. Here are some ways to help. sfmfoodbank.org

Volunteer at one of the Food Bank’s warehouses by building grocery bags for home delivery and drive through distribution in Marin, or packing senior boxes and building grocery bags for home delivery in San Francisco.

To support those needing food assistance, the Food Bank has opened a number of Pop-Up Pantries throughout Marin and San Francisco, supplementing the distributions already run by partners. Load up your car and bring groceries on a weekly basis to homebound recipients.

Number of many of the Food Bank’s partners come to shop at the warehouse every day. Join the shop floor team and help keep the shelves stocked and beautiful.

Hunter Pence Goes to Bat for the Planet

BY RICHARD WRIGHT

Hey Marin, Hunter Pence is stepping up to the plate again. Only, this time at bat, he’s making a play to help the environment with his new nonprofit foundation, Healthy Planet Project. The organization has already held community events to clean up the Bay and San Francisco, plant trees and educate people about creating a healthier environment — now it’s coming to Marin.

After his retirement in 2020, Pence knew that helping preserve and protect the environment was going to be part of the next chapter of his life and career, and founded the Healthy Planet Project with his wife, Alexis.

A nonprofit philanthropic organization, Healthy Planet Project is a platform for launching environmental clean-up events, highlighting climate change, education, sustainability awareness and championing nature preservation. The foundation has partnered with community organizations such as San Francisco Baykeeper, Friends of the Urban Forest, San Francisco Recreations & Parks and corporate partners like JuneShine, Rakuten and 1% for the Planet.

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“I love being outdoors and enjoying nature, so naturally, I care deeply about our environment and I am passionate about giving back to San Francisco, the city that I am fortunate to call home,” says Pence. “Healthy Planet Project is designed to bring the San Francisco community together to participate in meaningful projects that will contribute to reducing and preventing pollution. I am excited to host opportunities for people, businesses and organizations to work towards a healthier,

more resilient Bay Area, one step at a time.”

Healthy Planet Project has already hosted an Earth Day clean up and an Arbor Day Plant & Play event this year. Now Pence wants to bring his noble environmental endeavors to Marin.

“Marin has beautiful beaches, incredibly diverse ecosystems and micro climates, scenic hills and vistas and just tons of options for fun outdoor sports and activities,” he says. “And, we know Marin residents are passionate about environmental issues and preserving all of Marin’s natural beauty. So, we’re really looking forward to bringing the Healthy Planet Project across the Bridge and gathering people together to do more to sustain Marin’s outdoor spaces and protect the planet.”

Three areas Health Planet Project events will focus on are working for a cleaner and healthier Bay, planting trees, youth educational activities and programs and helping create cleaner public spaces and parks. On top of helping the environment and giving community organizations more exposure, Healthy Planet Project is prepared to offer grants to nonprofit partners.

"We want to partner with community organizations and Marin businesses to further protect and preserve the wonderful outdoor areas so many people cherish and enjoy in Marin,” says Hunter. “Launching in Marin is going to be a great step for our organization and for Marin communities."

Keep an eye out for upcoming Healthy Planet Project events in Marin. If you’d like to donate or are interested in partnering with Healthy Planet Project, visit their website. healthyplanetproject.org

We’re All Greek to Me

The light of Greece shines around the world.

If you’ve ever heard the word democracy, ever watched the Olympics, ever gazed upon the Corinthian columns of the U.S. Capitol, ever read, or had The Goose That Laid the Golden Eggs read to you, ever laced on a pair of Nike’s or mourned the loss of a fallen Spartan, be it in ancient times or recent, Greece is part of you. The Greeks were at the forefront of science, philosophy, arts, literature, language and politics, and during the 4th century BCE Greece experienced the most extraordinary flowering of artistic and intellectual activity the world had ever seen. In some profound and indelible way, this small

BY DEAN KARNAZES

rocky country at the intersection of East and West has imparted an outsized and everlasting influence on all of humanity.

The names still endure: Athena, Plato, Aristotle, Cleopatra, Alexander the Great, and to the more discerning, Sappho, Aspaisa and the playwright Euripides. Socrates is lauded as one of the wisest beings to have ever walked the planet, yet he claimed to know nothing other than the fact that he knew nothing. For anyone interested in food, the first recipe book came from Ancient Greece. So, too, did Epicurus.

While people of Greek ancestry

comprise only .01 percent of the global population, the most recognizable word across the world, OK, comes from the Greek word, Ola Kala (all good). Some Greekness is inside all of us, and when you learn more about the Greeks you’ll quickly realize how special this is.

Origin Story

Many fellow Marinites may recognize my name as that crazy runner who’s perpetually off gallivanting across some faraway land, running hundreds of miles in the mountains and the deserts with little rest. Yes, this I do, but what fewer realize is that

I’m 100% Greek and have been a lifelong student of Classics. In fact, my given name is not Dean at all, but Constantine. Over the past decade I’ve been focusing more of my globetrotting on my ancestral homeland, and what I’ve unearthed has been both captivating and wondrous.

One immediate observation is that many areas of Greece appear strikingly similar to those of Marin. If one were to be sitting at a seaside taverna in Kalamata looking up at the surrounding hillsides it could just as well be Stinson Beach. Sure, there are a few more olive trees in Kalamata, but other than that the resemblances are uncanny. California has, after all, one of the few other Mediterranean climates outside of southern Europe. When I’ve taken friends from the U.S. to Greece they’ve frequently marveled at how alike the topography and flora in certain regions looks to Marin County.

But then you’ll come upon ancient ruins dating back thousands of years and quickly realize you’re in a different place altogether. The Mountain Theatre on Mt. Tamalpais was constructed in 1936; the Theatre of Dionysos in Athens was completed in 485 BCE.

Greece is an ageless land, a place where the modern and the ancient join arms in a timeless dance. Greece is a feeling as much as a locality. Much has been written about the light in Greece, how it brings colors and textures to vivid life and rouses the senses. The sky is somehow bluer in Greece, the clouds whiter, the sapphire sea more vivid, like a waking dream. The Greeks worshiped the sun and the purity of its light, and the Olympic flame was never lit using terrestrial fire, but by harnessing the rays of the sun, a tradition that remains to this very day.

Ready to Escape?

Greece is having a moment, or perhaps better stated, Greece is having another moment. Record numbers of tourist are expected to visit the country this year, though most come from countries other than the U.S. At its peak in 2019, 600,000 Americans visited Greece (for comparison,

9.4 million visited Hawaii that same year).

Most of the tourists visiting Greece travel to three places: Athens, Santorini and Mykonos. In their defense, I will say that even in these overly trodden locations, enchanting places can still be found, if you know where to look. But I would submit the real Greece is experienced in lesserknown regions. And it doesn’t take a lot of creativity to find gems. There are 2,000 Greek islands; most people visit the aforementioned two.

visit, and walk around the place where it all began in 490 BCE. And it’s surprising to see that much of the surrounding areas of Marathon remain untouched since the time Phidippides set off on his intrepid jaunt to the Acropolis to hail: “Ni-kee! Ni-kee!” (Victory! Victory!) announcing Greek triumph over the invading enemy (and unsuspectingly inspiring the name of the world’s largest sportswear company many millennium later).

And it wasn’t just Phidippides, people spent a lot of time moving around on their feet in classical Greece. Aristotle, the legendary scholar, gave his lessons while walking around. His students became known as the peripatetic’s (wanderers). Motion stirs emotion, he advised.

The Ultimate Runcation

Just how does one approach a journey to this birthplace of democracy? First is to understand that Greece has infinite possibilities. There are snowcapped peaks, dazzling white sand beaches, culture, arts, theatre, history, gastronomy (oh, the food!) and a host of outdoor activities, from whitewater rafting and scuba diving, to championship golf, if that’s your thing. So start your sojourn with an understanding of what you’d like to experience.

If you’re a runner, like many of us in the Bay Area, you may know the marathon originated in Greece. What fewer realize is that Marathon is actually an enchanting township on the east coast of Attica, 26.2 miles from Athens. It’s thrilling to

Discovering on foot is hardly something confined to antiquity. Many modern day vacationers are learning that experiencing a place through running or walking is a richer and more intimate way to explore. With that in mind, I recently launched Greek Running Tours. We provide guided tours in small groups to secluded places in Greece that few tourists will ever get to venture, along with unique cultural experiences — cheese making in the mountains of Crete, olive pressing in the Peloponnese, Tsipouro tasting on the Athens Riviera and more. The runs are not races, but casual jaunts at a relaxed pace with plenty of sightseeing along the way. Typical distances range from four to seven miles. There’s also a daily walk, on a flatter path, mostly along the coastline. And the upside of all this exercise, you can freely indulge in the remarkable Greek food! There are nightly spa and massage services to help soothe your body and mind, and our guests stay at world-class luxury resorts. Everything about Greek Running Tours is designed to deliver a once in a lifetime experience.

So if Greece is on your bucket list, this might be the year to make it happen. And if Greece is not on your bucket list, this might be the year to add it.

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“It takes a lifetime for someone to discover Greece, but it only takes an instant to fall in love with her.”

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Sporting’s Hidden Haven

TUCKED AWAY IN WINE COUNTRY, WING & BARREL RANCH EMBRACES A NEW KIND OF SPORTING LIFE

When most people think of California’s Bay Area, traditional sporting pursuits may not immediately come to mind. At a burgeoning property in the heart of Sonoma, however, a world-class sporting lodge is exactly what you’ll find, accented by Wine Country’s timeless traditions. The only place quite like it in the nation, Wing & Barrel Ranch offers more than a premier shooting experience; its presence among local vineyards (and its partnerships with their esteemed winemakers) affords members a robust experience of the region—and a taste of its many delights. As one of the areas few prominent hunt clubs, Wing & Barrel warmly receives members of all skill levels, from seasoned sportsmen to eager newcomers. The staff takes pleasure in watching a new generation fall in love with the lifestyle. With a state-of-the-art sporting clays course and more than 1,000 acres of upland bird fields, fast-paced quail hunting and challenging clay shoots are the club’s bread and butter. Beyond its field offerings, what really sets the lodge apart is the close relation

Napa and Sonoma’s most celebrated vintners are themselves club members; their wines are served in the dining room and at special events, and they gather regularly to hunt and enjoy the grounds. A lifelong sportsman, Bo Barrett, the winemaker of Napa’s celebrated Chateau Montelena, was one of Wing & Barrel’s earliest advocates—and its eleventh member. “At the winery, quality and loyalty are everything,” he says. “Wing & Barrel is no different. Our partnership came to be because they were pursuing that same level of quality with such unquestionable integrity. It was a natural fit from the start.” Robert Mondavi, chief winemaker at Napa’s Michael Mondavi Family Estate, was another of the club’s founding members. “I love the hunting aspect—both birds and sporting clays—but what’s most fun is the camaraderie among the people,” he says. “When we winemakers get together at Wing & Barrel, there’s this wonderful dialogue among us.” Barrett agrees. “You know what they say, birds of a feather flock together,” he adds with a laugh. The second-generation owner of Silver Oak and Twomey wineries, David Duncan is also a dedicated member. A Colorado native who grew up hunting and fishing, the vintner

relishes the opportunity to tap into those passions once more. “The combination of people who love wine and also love shooting makes Wing & Barrel totally singular in Northern California.” he says. “Among our team, we’ve been able to introduce a number of people to the sport here.” At Wing & Barrel, a slew of special experiences emphasize the integral role of these vintners. At its heart, the club exists to connect its members to the beauty and heritage of the surrounding landscape. “Our job as winemakers is to make people’s lives a little better, which is essentially the same as Wing & Barrel’s,” Barrett says. “A great day in the field just makes you feel better, especially among so many like-minded folks.” This, after all, is the club’s great accomplishment: the seamless integration of sporting culture into the Bay Area’s treasured way of life.

gerstle park

san rafael’s oldest historic district

BY MARK ANTHONY WILSON ILLUSTRATION BY SKYE ADDICKS PHOTOS BY STEVE KEPPLE

Last summer, while exploring the side streets south of downtown San Rafael, I happened upon a lovely old tree-lined neighborhood with some of the earliest Victorian-era homes I’d ever seen in Marin County. I discovered this was the heart of San Rafael’s Gerstle Park neighborhood. It has a rich and colorful history and retains dozens of wellmaintained 19th-century homes, many with their original cast-iron fences surrounding lots with an cient oak trees. The proud owners of some of these historic houses were happy to share what they had learned about their homes for this article, and the Gerstle Park Neighborhood Association keeps good records on many of these residences. The boundaries of this historic district are 1st Street on the north,

B Street on the east, Woodland Avenue on the south, and the undeveloped open space on the west. Lewis Gerstle arrived in the United States from Bavaria in 1845 and moved to California during the Gold Rush. After settling in San Francisco and starting a family, he rented a large house in 1881 in what is now Gerstle Park on San Rafael Avenue. He liked it so much that he purchased the house and a 5-acre tract that August, which became the heart of Gerstle Park. In 1883, a friend of his purchased an adjoining 4.5-acre tract and

The largest Italianate house in Gerstle Park stands at 127 San Rafael Avenue, set in its original, spacious, tree-shaded lot. It was built in 1879 by a house mover named A.W. Stratton. It has two stories and retains its original architectural features on the exterior, including a slanted bay window on the ground floor, a high-peaked gable on the west wing and a columned porch around the entryway, as well as a massive balustraded staircase in the entry hall. Equally impressive is the ornate cast-iron fence with a latched gate that still surrounds the wide lot, with its towering oak trees and L-shaped lawn. Stratton and his wife, Amanda, were very active in civic improvements, including opening the first public library in San Rafael.

At 230 San Rafael Street is one of the oldest houses in the North Bay. The G.R. Elliot House was built in 1865 at the end of the Civil War. Elliot was a carpenter, and he built the original section of his home in the Gothic Revival style, sometimes called Carpenter Gothic. This was the first Victorian-era style and was imported from Great Britain. The high-peaked main gable with an ornately carved barge board and pointed arch window are classic Gothic Revival features. The west wing, built in 1868, is in Second Empire style, which was imported from France. It has a Mansard (i.e., curved inward) roofline with dormer windows, features often found on public buildings in 19th-century Paris. The combination of these two Victorian-era styles are rarely found on homes in the Bay Area and are much more common on the East Coast.

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built a three-story residence on the grounds of the current park. In 1930, the property was donated by the Gerstle family to San Rafael for a city park. A fire destroyed this house in 1955, but the guesthouse remains. Some of the oldest homes in this district date from the years part of it had been developed by an earlier resident, J.B. Short from Kentucky, during the 1860s and ’70s. It was called the Short’s Tract, and was the first subdivision in San Rafael – many of the neighborhood’s notable homes are still standing.

One of the finest Italianate-style raisedbasement cottages in the North Bay is the home at 255 D Street. It was built in 1875 for the Fletcher family and lived in by their descendants until 1988. Historians believe it was the first house on D Street, and it retains almost all its original Italianate features: round arched windows and front doorway, balustraded front staircase and S-curved wooden brackets along the cornice line. The current owners have the original deed and told me the plaster rosettes in the parlor and dining room are the originals.

A few blocks away, near the northern edge of the Gerstle Park district at 614 E Street is an even rarer example of an early Victorian-era type of home called a “Pioneer Box.” This term refers to smaller single-story wooden houses with little or no ornamental detail, which often have a lean-to addition along the rear. Such houses were built by the earliest Gold Rush pioneers, and there are only a handful of them left in the Bay Area. This one was built by Hans Iverson in 1871, who created a wood, coal and buildingsupply business and started a family. This pioneer home retains its original wood-latticed windowpanes (i.e., windows with small panes divided by wood lattices). Such windows were the norm for homes and commercial buildings in the early Victorian era, before plate-glass windows became commonly available. The porch has simple wooden posts with small, carved wooden brackets on the upper ends. The two-section addition along the rear was likely added some years after the front part of the house was built, as the family grew and needed more living space.

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Around the next corner at 11 Marin Street is an unusual version of the Italianate vernacular style (i.e., probably owner-designed), built in 1876–77 by Mauritz Kohmann, an immigrant from Germany, for $1,500. It has a wide front porch above a raised basement and a cupola in the center of the hipped roof. In 1907, Flora Murchison bought it with money sent to her by husband Neil Murchison, a merchant marine officer, while he was away on one of his many sea voyages. Neil later served as a San Rafael city councilman.

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Across the street at 210 San Rafael Avenue is the Davidson House, built in 1880. This residence is in the simplest Victorian-era style, the Stick Style The intact exterior has wood trim along the corners (stickwork) and lining each of its rectangular windows. The front porch has squared columns, and the rest of the façade is unornamented. The original owners were the Hotaling family, and the house was empty by 1900 and rumored to be haunted. James B. Davidson bought the house in 1920. (Davidson Middle School in San Rafael was named after his daughter Della, who became a teacher and later principal at Short Elementary School in San Rafael.)

NOTE: If you decide to visit Gerstle Park, please respect the privacy of the homeowners and do not encroach onto their property lines. Contact the Gerstle Park Neighborhood Association about events and activities at gerstlepark.com. This article includes research provided by Lane Dooling at the Marin History Museum. The museum can be contacted at marinhistory.org, or 415.382.1182.

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Clockwise from top left: Henry F. Boyen home on Greenwood Avenue above Gerstle Park c. 1880s; Croquet game was set up at the home of John & Nancy McCabe at 255 D Street c. 1880s; Gerstle Park Wilkin’s map, 1879

Staycations

BY JEANNE COOPER & DANA REBMANN

Wine Country’s Bohemian Backroads

Sleeping outdoors under starry skies is magical, but anyone who’s ever pitched a tent will tell you the same thing — camping is a lot of work. That is, unless you plan an escape to Wine Country’s great outdoors with Bohemian Highway Travel Co. Perhaps best known for its customized Sonoma County and Napa Valley day tours, the wife and husband team behind Bohemian Highway Travel Co. also rent posh, camping-ready Land Rover Defender 110s. Equipped with a roof-top tent with California King mattress, the Rovers come stocked with just about everything you might need or desire for your nature-loving adventure. Along with a camping grill, Yeti cooler, lantern, pots, pans, camping chairs and first aid kit, there’s an assortment of games like checkers and playing cards, a curated Spotify playlist, and detailed instructions on how to shuck oysters, along with

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an oyster knife and cut-proof cloth for safety.

“We've worked hard to include everything you may need for camping, taking the grunt work out of packing and cleaning,” says Bohemian Highway Travel Co. co-owner Allyson Weekes.

If your camp ground cooking skills are limited to s’mores, (no judgment!) consider adding on road snacks and farm-to-table meals — think beef stew with local root vegetables or a wild mushroom soup with roast chicken — prepared by a Sonoma County chef that’s conveniently married to a farmer. Even if you’re bedding down in a blissful spot in the middle of nowhere, the heat and serve meals make gourmet dining a snap.

Happy campers tend to head toward the Sonoma and Mendocino Coasts; Bohemian Highway Travel Co. has a list of recommended camping spots and are happy to make suggestions. The duo also provides a “Sonoma County Field Guide” that’s loaded with everything from history and fun facts, to a plethora of fun stuff ranging from hiking trails and farm stands, to wineries and restaurants.

African Safari Adventure in Sonoma Wine Country

It’s the closest you can get to Africa without needing a passport!

Wildlife preserve Safari West offers adventure seekers a one-of-a-kind wildlife experience in Sonoma County wine country. Located on 400-acres in the scenic foothills of the Mayacamas mountains, there’s never been a better time to visit the so-called Sonoma Serengeti thanks to a new addition to the nearly thousand animal-strong family. safariwest.com

Oh, baby!

A nearly 100-pound bouncing baby Southern white rhino named Otto Lang was born in early April at the Santa Rosa animal park. Making history as the first rhinoceros born at Safari West and in Sonoma County, Otto is named after Safari West owner Peter Lang’s father, a pioneer ski instructor and Hollywood director and producer. After more than a decade of showing no interest in her rhino suitors, Otto’s mom, Eesha, met dad, Ongava in 2021. A tremendous amount of patience is required by veterinarians and animal caretakers when awaiting

a baby rhino’s arrival — the gestation period for Southern white rhinos is 16 to 18 months.

White rhinos are considered “near threatened” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) due to illegal poaching of their horns and loss of habitat, so welcoming a rhino anywhere in the world is important for the future of the species. Along with collaborating with the American Institute of Rhinoceros Science (AIRS) to improve rhino husbandry, Safari West is conducting internal research on the use of thermographic imaging to detect and monitor rhinos’ pregnancies.

Wild Luxury You can meet Otto — along with an adorable zebra foal named Azkaban and towering giraffe calf named Grace — on a threehour African Safari tour at Safari West. But for a singular staycation, book a night or two in one of the wildlife preserve’s glamping tents. Imported from Botswana, after a stay on the Sonoma Serengeti you’ll never look at camping the same way. Each of the 30 tents boasts private bathrooms with hot showers, cozy beds, hardwood floors, and decks with wildlife views.

Fisherman’s Wharf

WHERE TO SLEEP: Argonaut Hotel, 495 Jefferson St. 415.563-0800, argonauthotel.com

WHY NOW: This year marks the nautical-themed Argonaut’s 20th anniversary as an award-winning boutique hotel inside a restored brick warehouse. The hotel’s laurels now have a green sheen, thanks to Certified Green Business status. At the Argonaut’s Blue Mermaid restaurant, newly appointed executive chef Amod Singh — formerly sous chef at two-Michelin-starred Taj Campton Place — takes inspiration from California and Indian cuisine.

WHAT TO DO: It’s fun to play tourist here. Argonaut’s daily guest amenities fee includes admission to the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, with free waterfront walking tours departing from the lobby on weekends. Customize a box of chocolates or watch hot fudge being made at the year-old Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience Store. At

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Musée Mécanique, listen above the clatter of vintage mechanical games for the dulcet tones of its newly acquired self-playing piano and violin contraption. To dodge the crowds, take one of the complimentary loaner bikes out for a spin through Fort Mason and beyond.

WEE ONES & WOOFERS: Kids may enjoy playing board games around the fireplace, delving into the hotel’s “treasure chest” of toys or participating in its scavenger hunts; gamers can ask if an in-room Xbox One console is available. Up to two dogs per room can room with you for $75 per dog per stay; they’ll get special treats and accessories at the front desk.

HOW MUCH: Courtyard rooms from $379 ($477 including tax and $31 guest amenities fee), city-view rooms from $400 ($502 all in), bay-view rooms from $552 ($679 all in.) Valet parking is $75 a day.

CAR-FREE: From Sausalito, take Golden Gate Transit’s 132 line to North Point and Hyde streets, and walk 3 minutes to the hotel.

Presidio

WHERE TO SLEEP: Lodge at the Presidio, 105 Montgomery St., or Inn at the Presidio, 42 Moraga Ave. 415.561.1234, presidiolodging.com

WHY NOW: This year marks the fifth anniversary of the debut of the Lodge, former 19th century Army barracks reimagined as San Francisco’s closest hotel to the Golden Gate Bridge. It’s also conveniently near the year-old Presidio Tunnel Tops, an even more impressive transformation of roadways into parkland. The 22-room Inn, a metamorphosis of the Army’s bachelor living quarters that opened in 2012, lies closer to the Presidio Forest, a 10-minute walk from the Lodge. Summer brings a host of special events to the Presidio, including the first Parks4All: Brewfest, a benefit for Golden Gate National Parks on July 29.

WHAT TO DO: Walk to Battery Bluff for outstanding views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Crissy Field, or hike along a boardwalk and trail through the Tennessee Hollow Watershed from Inspiration Point to El Polin Spring and the bay. Explore

the 25 miles of biking trails with complimentary bicycles from the two hotels and refuel at Presidio Popup, a rotating group of 35 food trucks on the Main Parade Lawn and Presidio Tunnel Tops. Kids can get tips on geocaching at the 2-acre Outpost nature playground.

WEE ONES & WOOFERS: Children 15 and younger stay free with adults. Book a Disney package for a deluxe king room in either hotel, two tickets for the Walt Disney Family Museum and a limited-edition souvenir from the museum. Up to pets — dogs or cats — per room are permitted for $45 per stay; pet bowls and beds are available. Explore the trails of the Presidio with dogs on leash.

HOW MUCH: Queen rooms at the Inn start at $350 ($399 with 14 percent national park fee); king rooms at the Lodge start at $410 ($467 with fee). All rates include continental breakfast and evening wine and cheese. Parking is $13 a day.CAR-FREE: From Sausalito, take Golden Gate Transit’s 150 line to Richardson Avenue and Francisco Street, and walk about 15 minutes to either hotel.

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Japantown

WHERE TO SLEEP: Kimpton Hotel Enso, 1800 Sutter St. 415.921.4000, ensohotelsf.com

WHY NOW: Formerly the animethemed Hotel Tomo, the Zeninspired Kimpton Hotel Enso underwent a chic, wabi sabi makeover with a more residential feel before opening in late 2022. It’s still a bit under the radar, with appealing summer perks such as weekend yoga classes and packages with free parking. The oldest Japantown in the United States will celebrate its heritage with loads of live entertainment, food, crafts and children’s activities during the 49th annual Nihonmachi Street Fair August 5 and 6; see nihonmachistreetfair.com for details.

WHAT TO DO: Browse the kawaii (cute) handbags and accessories at Amiko Boutique or the manga comics and other books at Kinokuniya Bookstore in Japan Center, a block from Hotel Enso; some of the mall’s many stores and restaurants stay open till 10 p.m. daily. Try modern Thai food at Nari in Hotel Kabuki, awarded the Michelin Guide’s Bib Gourmand (good value/cooking) or contemporary Korean tapas at Bansang. Indulge your sweet tooth at Mochill, home of addictive chewy mochi doughnuts, or Yasukochi’s Sweet Shop, whose coffee crunch cake helped earn it a 2023 James Beard nomination for outstanding bakery. After a day of walking, take the plunge into hot and cold pools at Kabuki Springs & Spa.

WEE ONES & WOOFERS: Kids under 17 can stay free with adults. All animal companions — “fuzzy, furry or feathered” — are welcome, with no fee or deposit required. Pets can stay in your room while you’re away, while free access to Wag! Premium allows you to book a dog walker or other services with a 10 percent discount. while “Pampered Pooch” packages include special treats for humans and canines.

HOW MUCH: King rooms start at $299 ($335 with tax). Self-parking (limited) is $45 daily.

CAR-FREE: Take Golden Gate Transit’s 101 line from Sausalito’s Spencer Bus Pad to Van Ness and Sutter, then walk 10 minutes to the hotel.

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Mission Bay

WHERE TO SLEEP: Luma Hotel, 100 Channel St. 415.266-9999, lumahotels.com

WHY NOW: This art-and tech-driven oasis at the corner of Third and Channel streets opened last July and quickly became a fan favorite for those with tickets to Chase Center or Oracle Park, both within an easy stroll. Now it’s also a popular night spot, thanks to Cavaña, an indoor-outdoor rooftop bar with pan-Latin food and drinks and panoramic views. A special room rate takes 15 percent off during home stands by the San Francisco Giants, while summer headliners at the Chase Center include Bryan Adams with Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, Drake and Sam Smith.

WHAT TO DO: Fuel up in the hotel’s airy Twyne coffee bar with an espresso and a decadent alfajores kouign amman from local bakers Craftsman and Wolves. Step outside to ride the Muni’s T line to the new Yerba Buena, Union Square and Chinatown subway stations. Or walk a few blocks to tackle Stagecoach Greens, the San Franciscocentric mini-golf course at Parklab Gardens, then head across the street to Spark Social SF, a food truck and beer garden compound with lawn games. At night, Twyne turns into Trevino wine bar, showcasing smaller vintners and importers.

WEE ONES & WOOFERS: Although the vibe is adult, kids of all ages will love Henry the Robot’s roomservice delivery. Complimentary

cribs are available. Only service animals are allowed; no pets.

HOW MUCH: King rooms from $227 ($264 with taxes.) Parking is by valet only, with EV and Tesla chargers available, for $80 a day.

CAR-FREE: From Sausalito, take Golden Gate Transit’s 130 line to Hyde and Grove streets, transfer to Muni’s N line at the nearby Civic Center station and alight at Fourth and King streets. It’s a 6-minute walk to the hotel.

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BY LOTUS ABRAMS ARTWORK BY ERIC ZENER PORTRAITS BY SKYE ADDICKS

Trending diets, social media fads, and myriad articles and research reports: It can be a challenge to keep up with the onslaught of information on how to feel and look our best as we age. The path to aging well does not have to be overly complicated, however, says Marisha Chilcott, MD, owner of Morpheus Medical Aesthetics, a medspa with locations in Larkspur and Santa Rosa. Sometimes, it’s best to go back to the basics. “There’s so much advice out there that it can be overwhelming for people — you can go down such a rabbit hole,” Chilcott says. “Many people are looking for things to be simplified.”

Fortunately, Marinites have a plethora of local experts to turn to for advice on how to stay fit, healthy, engaged and looking as good on the outside as they do on the inside. Here are some simple, local expert-approved things we can do in our everyday lives to age well on the inside and out. Plus, we got some valuable tips from a few of our communities’ vibrant seniors who have celebrated making more than a few trips around the sun.

Keep Your Heart Healthy

In middle age, maintaining cardiovascular health becomes increasingly important, says Darwin Labarthe, MD, Ph.D., MPH, a Marinbased professor of preventive medicine at Northwestern University who focuses on cardiovascular risk. “The benefits are very substantial: living a much longer, healthier life; avoiding heart attacks, strokes and even some cancers; and a better quality of life,” he says.

Local experts — and a few inspiring elders — provide practical, everyday advice for aging well.

For those looking for guidance, Labarthe recommends reviewing the American Heart Association’s guidelines for improving and maintaining cardiovascular health, Life’s Essential 8. The eight recommendations — eat better, be more active, quit tobacco, get healthy sleep, manage weight, control cholesterol, manage blood sugar and manage blood pressure — are all explained in straightforward, actionable terms on the American Heart Association’s website. “These eight figures have so much to do with our health that they really have quite a broad beneficial impact,” Labarthe says.

For Labarthe, who is 83, the Life’s Essential 8 guidelines are words to live by. He maintains a healthy diet that’s low in salt and high in vegetable content and exercises every day with a

trainer or by walking his dogs on Marin’s many scenic trails. “I think I’m healthier now than I was 20 years ago,” he says.

Consume Collagen

On the nutrition front, one of the primary things Chilcott recommends her clients do to help them look and feel their best as they age is to consume collagen, a type of protein found naturally in connective tissue, skin, tendons, bones and cartilage. As we age, our collagen production declines, leading to characteristic signs of aging including wrinkles and dry, sagging skin, as well as decreased bone strength. “Taken as a daily supplement, hydrolyzed collagen provides your body with the critical amino acids to not only maintain but also rebuild collagen and connective tissue,” Chilcott says.

Tap Into the Power of Positivity

Positive thinking can go a long way in contributing to better quality of life and overall health, including cardiovascular health, Labarthe says. He points to the work of friend and longtime colleague Martin Seligman, Ph.D., a psychologist whose research in the field of positive psychology challenged the traditional approach of the discipline. “Before that, the field of psychology had largely focused on mental

disease and paid little attention to the positive psychological factors that make life worth living,” Labarthe explains. “He found that there are a number of ways in which one can learn to be more positive psychologically and recognize positive and negative signals to build on positive signals and get past the negative ones.”

With the support of a $2.8 million grant from rom the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Seligman and the Positive Psychology Center at the University of Pennsylvania have been researching positive health assets — the strengths that can contribute to a healthier, longer life — as part of his Positive Health Initiative. The research has implications for prevention, health promotion, public health and medicine.

Look as Good as You Feel

Positivity is also key in terms of how we view our appearance as we age, affirms Chilcott. “Be aware that the inside and the outside are related,” she says. “There’s a positive feedback loop in the expressions that your face holds and how you feel inside. If you have a negative expression all the time it gives a feedback loop that’s also negative. Not making that expression because of a neuromodulator helps you look better outside and feel better inside.”

Another simple way to look as good as we feel, according to Chil-

cott, is to address the natural “tired” look our eyes start to get as we get older. “As we age, our eyelids get longer, so less light gets into your eyes and you can’t see as well,” she says. Eyelid surgery, while often recommended for people with this issue (ptosis, or low-lying lids), isn’t the only option however. As an alternative, Chilcott has had successful results with her clients using prescription Upneeq eye drops, which produce an eye-opening effect. “Opening the eyes makes you look a lot better, and you also feel better because you can see better,” Chilcott says.

When in doubt about best practices for aging well, tap into local resources. Marin’s many experts can help you feel and look your best as you age, from medical specialists and fitness pros to dietitians and aesthetics specialists.

Words of Wisdom

Marin’s seniors have plenty of valuable insight to share about aging well. Here, we asked some local elders — including 102-year-old John Diego in San Rafael — to tell us how they’ve stayed happy, healthy and engaged as the years go by, along with their best advice for younger generations.

Stay involved

“I go to mass every morning and say the rosary. I build bird houses and Adirondack chairs and give them away to family and friends.”

Advice for younger generations

“Keep active and treat everybody as if they were your brother and sister.”

Stay involved in your community

“I taught elementary school for 40 years, and then after retiring I returned to volunteer. I realized I was happiest there, doing what I loved. My husband and I make 50 bag lunches at a time, at home, and deliver them to St. Vincent’s dining room in downtown San Rafael. I think it’s the one most significant things I do all week.”

Keep your mind engaged

“First thing in the morning, have a cup of coffee! Next: I work on the code message in the newspaper. If I can solve that, I figure I’m good to go for the day. Also, work a crossword puzzle every day, in pen — commit!”

Advice for younger generations

“Live in the moment but prepare for the future. Take care of your body. Pursue an occupation you love. Stay debt-free. Save for retirement. Travel if you can, especially when you're young. It’s such a mind-opening, educational experience.”

John Diego, 102 San Rafael

Holly Kaufman, 80 San Rafael

Keep active

“I've played sports my entire life. As I’ve gotten older, I keep active by walking a minimum of 15,000 steps a day in my neighborhood (with lots of hills), and I do a lot of gardening.”

Advice for younger generations

“It's imperative that you stay active — physically, of course, but just as important is keeping your mind active and engaged. Be interested in the world, network with people and ask questions. I believe that KNEXUS (Knowledge: Networks, Exchange and Uses) is key to aging well and staying mentally fit. Also, it’s okay to indulge, but do it in moderation.”

Marin is a great place to age well because…

“Marin is about community. It has character and really gives one a sense of place. It’s near a global city, progenitor in so much high tech and has a beautiful bay that surrounds it. I’m fortunate to have spent many decades here with the most beautiful view of Mt. Tam from my house.”

Marie Mcennis, 81 Novato

Seek out companionship

“I make an effort to stay in touch with old friends from earlier periods in my life, as well as new friends. My circle of friends includes people 10 to 15 years younger, as well as my own age. I think it’s important to be around people of varying ages with different viewpoints and experiences.”

Advice for younger generations

“I think it’s important to avoid stress. Minimize the presence of people in your life who are negative, unsupportive, and overly demanding of your time and psychological energy. Also, do not overthink things. You wind up twisted up in knots.”

Marin County is the #1

healthiest county in California

For the 13th time in 14 years, Marin County has once again been named the healthiest of California’s 58 counties in the 2023 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, published by the University of Wisconsin and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, receiving high scores in both quality and length of life.

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BY JEANNE COOPER

If tents make you tense and glamping makes you glum, you can still enjoy a pleasant overnight getaway in a surprising number of California State Parks — including Marconi Conference Center and State Historical Park in West Marin, although its 45 hotel rooms will be closed through August for major renovations. Here are nine of our other favorites, from north to south.

MENDOCINO

Point Cabrillo Light Station Historic Park

Enjoy the views of a lighthouse keeper without all the work in the restored former residences of the principal and assistant lighthouse keepers. The four- and three-bedroom houses with modern kitchens overlook the 1909 lighthouse and coastline from their spectacular perch on a headland between Mendocino and Fort Bragg; the smaller house is pet-friendly. Converted from sheds, two one-bedroom cottages (one pet-friendly) have similarly beautiful views, although only a microwave and fridge. No working vacation here — there’s no internet, cell service or TV signal. Cottages from $168 per night, houses from $1,024 for two nights (discounts for longer stays; three-night minimums on holidays and some peak periods. Reserve via mendocinovacations.com

GOLD COUNTRY

Columbia State Historic Park

No need to rush through this Gold Rush-era town, or its vintage saloon, when you have the option of staying in either the Columbia City or Fallon Hotel. These two-story Victorian inns have modern conveniences like heating, air conditioning and private half-baths, albeit with showers down the hall. If you prefer more privacy, reserve one of the more modest, one- to three-bedroom cottages, built between 1870 and the 1930s. Rooms from $56, cottages from $129.

WINE COUNTRY

Bothe-Napa Valley State Park

One of the best bargains in Napa are the five restored vintage cabins and 10 yurts in this 1,900-acre forested park between Calistoga and St. Helena. The cabins (for two to four people) have fully stocked kitchens and bathrooms, while the simply furnished yurts (four to six people) do not allow cooking inside and share the nearby communal bathrooms and showers. All units require you to bring your own linens; some allow pets for an additional $20. On summer weekends, cool off in the spring-fed swimming pool.

Colorado House, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

Cabins $125–$175 weekdays, $150–$225 weekends, yurts $65–$70 weekdays, $80–$85 weekends; two-night minimum on weekends.

SAN MATEO COUNTY

Pigeon Point Light Station Historic Park

In late May the Pigeon Point Lighthouse Hostel resumed offering men’s and women’s dorm beds (up to nine people per room) and private rooms (one to three people) with shared baths, and family rooms (four to six people) with private baths, spread among four former Coast Guard home kitchens. They’re all in the shadow of the dramatic 115-foot lighthouse south of the charming village of Pescadero, home to Duarte’s Tavern and a grocery selling freshly made artichoke sourdough bread. Dorms $41, private rooms $143, family rooms $246. Reserve via hiusa.org.

MONTEREY & BIG SUR

Asilomar State Beach and Conference Grounds

This former YWCA summer camp near Pacific Grove boasts 13 Arts & Crafts-era structures designed by Julia Morgan, including a lofty dining hall and humbler lodges. Today it offers a many modern and original rooms, some with wood-burning fireplaces and all linked by boardwalks that weave through a dunes preserve to the broad white sands of Asilomar State Beach. There’s no phone or TV. On foggy summer days, warm up with a glass of wine or espresso from the restaurant or café, or in the heated pool. From $187. Reserve via visitasilomar.com.

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

The 62 cottage-style rooms, renovated in 2017, all offer decks with redwood forest views; suites for up to four adults may include kitchens or kitchenettes and fireplaces. Some rooms permit up to two dogs for an extra $50 per night. Guests who book directly get free access to three area parks. In summer, cool off in the outdoor pool. The year-round restaurant overlooking the creek has indooroutdoor seating and an outdoor bar. Rooms from $274, suites from $354. Reserve via bigsurlodge.com.

ORANGE COUNTY Crystal Cove State Park

One of the region’s largest surviving stretches of open space and natural shoreline, this park has 24 restored cottages, built in the 1930s and ’40s as part of a private community between Corona del Mar and Laguna Beach. Today, 10 cottages offer private dorm-style rooms with shared bathrooms, living rooms and kitchens, while 14 are available as all-private rentals with unique layouts and decor (see crystalcove.org for details and images). They’re among the most sought-after lodgings in the park system, so be prepared to book exactly six months in advance. Rooms from $40, cottages from $266.

San Clemente State Beach

Set on a bluff that’s just a short walk to the beach, the Holidays

Vintage Trailers sport exteriors from the 1950s and ’60s and modern interiors that sleep up to four adults and one small child. The solar-powered trailers have kitchens with a sink, refrigerator and stovetop, plus USB chargers for phones and iPads; generators can be rented for more juice ($25). Towels, linens, coffee and beach toys are provided, but trailer bathrooms are now closets, so you’ll need to use communal facilities. Fido can come if he stays in your car or you bring a tent (sites accommodate up to eight people.) $209 March–October, $189 November–February. Two-night minimum on weekends.

SAN DIEGO

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

The former home of early San Diego settler Juan Bandini, built in 1827, is now part of the two-story Cosmopolitan Hotel, the second oldest building in this park that celebrates San Diego’s multiethnic heritage. At various points a stagecoach office, olive cannery and Mexican restaurant, it now operates as a 10-room bed-and-breakfast with lovely antique furnishings, air conditioning and private baths; some offer veranda access, clawfoot or copper tubs, and sunset views. While the popular restaurant remains closed, guests can avail themselves of fresh pastries with tea or coffee for breakfast, served in the saloon. Vintage thin windows means light sleepers should use the earplugs supplied in each room. From $229. Reserve via oldtowncosmopolitan.com.

San Clemente State Beach

Dog-Friendly Outings, Art Encounters and More Wine Country News.

BY DANA REBMANN

VINO & FIDO

With the dog days of summer comes celebrity status of sorts for a delightful pairing at Smith Story Wine Cellars in Healdsburg. Boasting two wines, as well as his own nonprofit, Socks for Sandwich, Lord Sandwich now spends chunks of his days “soupervising” baby brother, Sir Royal Soup. Nearly 72,000 fans follow the Goldendoodle duo’s daily shenanigans on Instagram @sandwichthedoodle, but the true pawty is at the tasting room at Bacchus Landing where Smith Story is one of seven dog-friendly wineries with both indoor and outdoor space.

Lady, the “Ambassador of Licks” at Dutcher Crossing in Geyserville, takes her winery dog responsibilities seriously. If you have any doubts, just ask for one of her business cards. Follow her on Instagram @lady_ the_wine_dog or deliver belly rubs in person at the winery.

Louie, Rosko, and Ollie are the inspiration behind Larson Family Winery’s Three Lab Cabernet and Chardonnay. Check out their ruff life @larson.family.winery, or hop in the car with your pampered pooch and head to Sonoma.

DON’T DRINK? DON’T WORRY — WINE COUNTRY AWAITS

The Donum Estate

Home to one of the largest accessible private sculpture collections in the world, The Donum Estate in Sonoma is now offering an artonly tour. The 90-minute walking tour of the Estate features works the likes of Zodiac Heads by Ai Weiwei, Love Me by Richard Hudson, and Crouching Spider by Louise Bourgeois. Tours are available Wednesday through Sunday; reservations are required.

Vertical Panorama Pavilion, The Donum Estate

The LOVE sign may be the most photographed piece of sculpture art at Paradise Ridge Winery in Santa Rosa, but there are a plethora of works scattered on winery grounds. A tribute to Paradise Ridge co-founder Marijke Byck-Hoenselaars, Marijke’s Grove hosts permanent and rotating exhibits. The grove is free and open to the public every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Donald Hess collected art for more than 50 years; some of his renowned collection is on display in Napa at Hess Persson Estates The Hess Art Collection on Mount Veeder is comprised of nearly 100 works by artists from around the world including Magdalena Abakanowicz, Georg Baselitz, Franz Gertsch and others. Admission to the winery museum is free, but reservations are required.

GREEN MILESTONES

Medlock Ames and The Donum Estate are the first wineries in Sonoma County to earn the respected Regenerative Organic Certified designation. Both properties spent multiple years working toward the achievement. Founded in 2017 by the Rodale Institute, Dr. Bronner’s, and Patagonia, the nonprofit Regenerative Organic Alliance (ROA) is comprehensive and holistic, and stands

out in the crowded field of sustainability focused certifications because there are more requirements for applicants to fulfill. In addition to being certified organic, wineries must meet stringent requirements regarding worker fairness, soil health, and animal welfare. In Napa Valley, Neal Family Vineyards and Grgich Hills Estate are Regenerative Organic Certified. Mendocino County’s Bonterra Organic Estates also boasts the certification.

Neal Family Vineyards

Paradise Ridge Winery

Hess Art Collection

Larson Family Vineyard's three labs.

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OUT ABOUT AND

Community Ongoings

Dinosaurs at Cal Academy, Fourth of July celebrations throughout the Bay Area, various music fests and more summer fun.

Beatles in the Park, San Anselmo

EDITED BY DONNA BERRY GLASS

CALENDAR

July 4th Celebration

JULY 4 Sausalito Fireworks and Parade Kick off the day with a parade down Bridgeway and Caledonia, followed by a picnic at Robin Sweeny Park and a performance by the Jimi James Band. Gabrielson Park hosts the evening events with a fireworks show set to begin at 9 p.m. sausalito.gov

JULY 4 Novato 4th of July Parade As one of the largest in the Bay Area, the parade starts early at 10 a.m. in the old downtown area of Novato and is filled with classic cars, military vehicles, cowgirls on horses, dressed-up dogs and an abundance of festive floats. novatoparade.com

JULY 4 San Francisco Fireworks Pier 39 hosts a day of activities, culminating in a 6 p.m. live concert at Aquatic Park and a pyrotechnic show at 9:30 p.m. sf.gov

JULY 4 Ol’ Fashioned July 4 Parade The town of Half Moon Bay returns to the past with a parade along Main Street celebrating the town’s history and annual pancake breakfast beginning at 8 a.m. visithalfmoonbay.org

JULY 4 Fourth of July Celebration The parade starts at 10 a.m. with float judging in front of Sonoma City Hall on Sonoma’s Town Plaza, where festival games, food, live entertainment and the annual “splash zone” will take place, followed by a fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. at General Vallejo’s Field. sonomavolunteerfirefighters.org

JULY 4 Fourth of July Spectacular The Santa Rosa Symphony and Transcendence Theater Company put on an evening of show tunes and patriotic classics, followed by what’s listed as “the largest post-concert fireworks show in Sonoma.” Starts at 7:30 p.m. gmc.sonoma.edu

Get a healthy dose of pride and patriotism this Independence Day with parades, fireworks, picnics and other festivities all around the Bay Area.

Black Venus at the MOAD

ARTS & LECTURES

THROUGH JULY 1 Madame Butterfly

Music Director Eun Sun Kim conducts a new staging of Puccini’s heartbreaking drama about a young Japanese woman who eagerly awaits the return of her husband, a U.S. Naval officer, as told through the perspective of their young son. Also available via livestream. sfopera.com

JULY 16 Lives of the Wives Literary critic Carmela Ciuraru shines a light on the lesser-known partners of historic literary giants. Weaving together themes of marriage, power, ego, and equity, this riveting deep dive explores relationship dynamics that are still relevant today. cityarts.net

THROUGH AUG 18 Summer of Love

Cedars artists express the spirit of the Summer of Love through portraits of the Beatles and Tina Turner, kaleidoscopic drawings of flowers and butterflies and brave works of political protest and selfadvocacy. At Artist Within — A Cedars Gallery in downtown San Anselmo. cedarslife.org

MUSIC

JULY 2-4 The Flatlanders The legendary, not-to-be-missed trio of Joe Ely, Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Butch Hancock make their exclusive West Coast appearance on the lawns of Rancho Nicasio over the long holiday weekend. ranchonicasio.com

THROUGH JULY 6 The Beat Goes On Jam under the stars to the grooviest, hippest, and most rockin’ hits from the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s, featuring songs from The Beatles and the Stones, the Mamas and the Papas, Donna Summer, Prince, Madonna and more. transcendencetheatre.org

JULY 9 Lyle Lovett and His Large Band

Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and

blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers. sterngrove.org

JULY 15 Joe Bataan and La Doña Latin music legend Joe Bataan brings his seductive combination of doo-wop vocals and boogaloo to the stage, along with local sensation La Doña whose unique sound blends reggaetón and hip hop beats with dance-inducing Latin American roots music. Their performance is part of a series of free, family-friendly performances during the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival now through October. ybgfestival.org

JULY 20 Hydra-matic Drive Bluegrass

Band Bon Air Center brings back its popular Thirsty Thursdays benefitting local nonprofit Bread & Roses. The free, family-friendly event pairs a hefty dose of bluegrass music with local craft brewers offering tastings and complimentary root beer floats for the kids. bonair.com

JULY 21 Beth Nielsen Chapman Singersongwriter and breast cancer survivor Chapman takes her fans through a journey of depth, humor and the wonder of life with her diverse work that spans 15 albums and seven number one hits. Her songs have been recorded by artists such as Elton John, Bonnie Raitt, Willie Nelson and Faith Hill. sweetwatermusichall.com

JULY 28–30 Blue Note Jazz Festival

Comedian Dave Chappelle returns to host the three-day event with festival artist in residence Robert Glasper and special guests and performers including De La Soul, Mary J. Blige, George Clinton, Lalah Hathaway and Terrace Martin. bluenotejazzfestival.com

JULY 29 Beatles in the Park Musical director Joe Bagale and his 13-piece band will play a full range of the ‘60s pop phenom’s music stylings at Creek Park, which also serves as a fundraiser for the San Anselmo Arts Commission to benefit youth artist scholarships. sananselmoarts.org

COMEDY

JULY 2 S.F. Comedy Showcase Held every Sunday, this weekly show has launched the careers of Patton Oswalt, Margaret Cho and W. Kamau Bell, among others. punchlinecomedyclub.com

JULY 12-15 Aida Rodriguez Lauded by Esquire magazine as “raucously funny,” this comedienne’s first hour standup special is now streaming on HBOMax and her own TV series is in development. punchlinecomedyclub.com

JULY 21–22 The Sklar Brothers Famous for their cult classic Cheap Seats show on ESPN, identical twins Jason and Randy Sklar riff off each other about sports and their status as imperfect carbon copies of each other. cobbscomedy.com

FILM

JULY 12-16 Silent Film Festival at the Castro Watching silent films is taking a step back in time to enjoy a celebrated art form which formed the basis for today’s motion picture industry. The San Francisco Silent Film Festival, the largest festival of its kind in North America, features five days of screenings, with each film set to live music. silentfilm.org

JULY 14 Movies in the Park: School of Rock Summertime movies make a return to Old Mill Park. Grab a blanket or chair and take the family out for an evening flick. Movies begin at sunset. cityofmillvalley.org

JULY 16 Oklahoma! Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved musical finally comes to the big screen in live theater form, 80 years after it first premiered on Broadway. Starring Hugh Jackman as Curly, the movie is a film adaptation of the 1998 London stage production. rafaelfilm.cafilm.org

JULY 30 Raiders of the Lost Ark The film that gave the world one of its greatest movie

heroes is back and better than ever before! Relive the magic of the original great adventure on the silver screen with John Williams’ epic score performed live by the San Francisco Symphony. sfsymphony.org

MUSEUMS

THROUGH JULY 23 Ansel Adams in Our Time Featuring more than 100 works by photographer and environmentalist Ansel Adams, the exhibit includes some of his most-loved photographs, including images of Yosemite, San Francisco and the American Southwest. deyoung.famsf.org

THROUGH AUG 20 Black Venus As a celebration of Black beauty and femininity, this exhibit surveys the legacy of Black women in visual culture — from fetishized, colonial-era caricatures to the present-day reclamation of the rich complexity of Black womanhood. moadsf.org

THROUGH AUG 27 On Land Marin MOCA presents the work of ten emerging and established Bay Area artists who mine a range of explosive and restorative approaches to the natural world. marinmoca.org

THROUGH SEPT. 3 The New Californians Photographer Judy Dater presents her portraits of Californians in a manner that reflects the diversity and cultural richness that immigrant, indigenous and itinerant residents contribute to our beloved state. svma.org

THROUGH 2023 The World’s Largest Dinosaurs Learn all about massive sauropods, the largest land animals to have ever roamed the Earth nearly 140 million years ago, in this blockbuster exhibit at the California Academy of Sciences. calacademy.org

THROUGH 2023 Disney Cats and Dogs

Marking the first time shown in the U.S., this exhibit at the Walt Disney Family Museum explores the evolution and

innovation of animal-inspired animation and storytelling through the decades, and the massive undertaking involved in bringing Disney’s iconic and much beloved cats and dogs to life on screen. waltdisney.org

EVENTS

JULY 1–2 Fillmore Jazz Fest From sunup to sundown, groove to the sound of music emanating from multiple stages, browse arts and crafts stands, and revel in the reunion with San Francisco’s citizens at a 12-block long street party. fillmorejazzfest.com

STARTING JULY 6 Summer Concerts in the Garden Every Thursday evening in July, the Marin Art and Garden Center opens its gates to the community with picnic-style concerts on its lawn. There’s also a kid zone and play activities at Pixie Park. maringarden.org

JULY 8-23 Festival Napa Valley

Dedicated to the sounds of America, this year’s celebration of the music, wine and food of Napa features symphonic concerts, opera, jazz and dance. Highlights include Taste of Napa on July 15 and Arts for All on July 16 featuring Carrie Underwood. festivalnapavalley.org

JULY 15 Bastille Day Festival Paris is San Francisco’s Sister City and is celebrating all things French with a Citroen vintage car show, petanque tournament, Course de Garçon de Café (Waiter’s Race), tours of San Francisco’s French Quarter and more. bastilledaysf.org

JULY 22–23 San Francisco Marathon

There are plenty of distances to choose from but only the Full Marathon and UltraMarathon Second Loop has runners pacing themselves over the Golden Gate Bridge before looping through Sausalito and the Marin Headlands (miles 8–12) before a finish on the Embarcadero. thesfmarathon.com

DINE

BY CHRISTINA MUELLER

Dog-Friendly Restaurants

WHAT'S HOT

While most places with outdoor dining areas permit well-behaved, leashed dogs on their restaurant’s patio, it is always best to double-check each restaurant’s pet policy before bringing your pooch. No dog owner wants to get a restaurant in trouble with the health department, right? So here’s your reminder not to bring your dog inside at any restaurant unless it is a certified service dog.

Novato

Trailhead

Local canines know that the team keeps treats by the newspaper stand at the front entrance while the humans know about their ube oat lattes and brioche bacon and egg sandwiches. Keep an eye out for the restaurant’s Dog Day event where the customer with a dog that looks the most like its owner wins a prize. 127 San Marin Dr, 415.493.6902; trailheadnovato.com

San Rafael

State Room Brewery

This downtown brewery offers unlimited treats to four-legged friends. Relax with a house brewed beverage (all beer on the menu is brewed on-site) and some firecracker green beans and soak it all in. 1132 4th St, 415.295.7929; stateroombrewery.com

Ounces Outdoors

The only outside setup of a beer garden

situated between Kohl’s and Century Theaters at Northgate Mall is 100% dog friendly. Yes, there are water bowls, treats and lots of attention from staff. Look for a “paint your dog day” in June and a menu of snacks (local cheese plate, hot soft pretzel) and larger dishes (beer garden brat, Caprese sandwich roll). Plus beer, of course. 5800 Northgate Dr, 877.747.0383; ouncesoutdoors.com

Fairfax

The Lodge

The Lodge’s outdoor, shaded picnic tables set up seems perfectly designed for dogs. Just ask Morty the Corgi and other pups who enjoy hanging out with their owners, enjoying a dog treat and some well-deserved downtime. 1573 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.991.5625; thelodgefairfax.com

Way Station

Brian Back’s restaurant is so popular with pet

owners, it can sometimes feel more dog park than beer garden. But the privilege of bringing a pooch along for pet owners to dine on their famous brisket and ribs remains intact. Dogs, however, may have to compete with mountain bikes for space when live music or events are going on. 2001 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.300.3099; waystationmarin.com

West Marin

Coast Cafe

Grab a seat on the patio to revel in the music of a live bands while your pup picks the freshly caught seafood off your plate. Or get a cappuccino and a grilled stuffed portobello mushroom. Unless your dog is a veghead, you’ll have your meal all to yourself. 46 Wharf Rd, 415.868.2298; coastcafebolinas.com

Side Street Kitchen

The outdoor seating area open to four-legged, leashed patrons who can sample the house dog

Ounces Outdoors

treats and water from the provided bowls. 60 Fourth St, 415.663.0303; sidestreet-prs.com

San Anselmo

Cucina sa

Numerous readers wrote in to express their delight in the dog-friendliness on the expanded patios at downtown San Anselmo’s local Italian restaurant whose chair cushions beckon well-behaved dogs. 510 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.2942; cucina-sa.com

The Baan Thai

Though the patio is not very large at downtown San Anselmo’s Thai restaurant, it is welcoming to friendly, leashed dogs who, like their owners, have a taste for steamed pork dumplings and crab curry. 726 San Anselmo Ave, 415.457.9470; thebaanthaicuisine.com

Corte Madera

Café Verde Pizzeria

It’s easy to see why dogs love coming here — the patio faces Corte Madera Town Park and Corte Madera Dog Park, making an afternoon of fetch after a meal of beet salad and a vegetarian calzone a no-brainer. 502 Tamalpais Dr, 415.927.1060; cafeverdecm.net

Mill Valley

Floodwater

Though adults come to the Manzanita restaurant for the Kill Bill Margarita and Barrel Old Fashioned, dogs are partial to the large, shaded patio where there is plenty of room to spread out. No word whether they enjoy the pan-seared petrale sole with miso butter but the humans seem to like the dish. 152 Shoreline Hwy, 415.843.4545; floodwatermv.com

Tiburon

Rustic Bakery

All four locations of the Marin-based bakery and restaurant are dog-friendly in their outdoor spaces. Dogs, however, may be partial to the white picnic tables at the Tiburon location. We’re not sure why. 1550 Tiburon Blvd, 415.797.6123; rusticbakery.com

CORTE MADERA

Burmatown Asian

Though the menu remains largely the same (that tea leaf salad! Those bao!) at the new location down the street from the original, the addition of a grill boosts the menu with dishes like kalbi ribs or smoked salmon collars. A long bar on one side of the room serves wine and beer and the front windows slide open for easy access to a large patio. 18 Tamalpais Ave, 415.985.5060; burmatown.com

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Flores Mexican

With an emphasis on regional Mexican dishes and flavors sourced from family recipes, the menu is based on California seasonality and revolves around gluten-free masa. The daily-made tortillas are a highlight. 301 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.500.5145; floressf.com

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Marin Joe’s Italian

A mainstay for over 50 years for a reason: the menu calls to you with garlic bread, a calamari sandwich and mesquite-grilled prime rib. Sautéed classics of the Italian-American canon as well as oysters doré and pastas have withstood the test of time. 1585

Casa Buena Dr, 415.924.2081; marinjoesrestaurant. com

Zinz Wine Bar

Californian

Locals pop by the petite wine bar for its cozy atmosphere and an eclectic array of boutique wines and craft beer, all available for takeout. A short menu of prosciutto-wrapped dates, charcuterie and cheese boards is perfect for enjoying during a Friday night tasting event. 207 Corte Madera Ave, 415.927.9466; zinzwinebar.com

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FAIRFAX

Barefoot Cafe

American

Chef Tony Senehi’s all-day cafe is known for California-inspired dishes made from local, organic ingredients. Pear almond pancakes and eggs Benedict (ask for “the Brady” to get lox) are popular at breakfast, while a BBQ pulled pork sandwich is a hot seller at lunch. 1900 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.460.2160; barefootcafe.com

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Sorella Caffe Italian

Run by sisters Sonia and Soyara, Sorella serves fresh Italian with a northern influence. Favorites include the cioppino, butternut squash ravioli, pollo alla Sorella and the garlic bread. 107 Bolinas Rd, 415.258.4520; sorellacaffe.com

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Stillwater Californian Fairfax native Margaret Ruiz and her life and business partner, David, bring

the bounty of the county to the table. Appetizers and salads feature local cheeses, oysters, and produce while the cheeseburger with Stemple Creek beef and the miso-glazed black cod have dedicated followers. 23 Broadway, 415.524.8478; stillwaterfairfax.com

GREENBRAE / KENTFIELD

Guesthouse

Californian Jared Rogers, the former executive chef of Picco, heads up the kitchen, partnering with restaurateur Dustin Sullivan on this 110-seat space. Look for wellexecuted California cuisine with weekly specials like Prime Rib on Mondays

and fried chicken on Sundays. 850 College Ave, Kentfield, 415.419.5101; guest housemarin.com

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Half Day Cafe

American

Tucked away in a setting of intertwining ivy and large open windows, this cafe is the quintessential breakfast nook and is also open for brunch and lunch, including coffee drinks, pastries and much more. Enjoy a casual daytime meal inside or out on the patio. 848 College Ave, Kentfield, 415.459.0291; halfdaycafe.net

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LARKSPUR

Left Bank Restaurant French This Parisian-style

brasserie by Chef Roland Passot has been serving the community for more than two decades. Whether on the patio, bar or in the elegant main dining room with a huge fireplace, it’s a fun experience. The menu features authentic French cuisine utilizing seasonal, local and organic ingredients. 507 Magnolia Ave, 415.927.3331; leftbank.com

Perry’s American Perry’s on Magnolia has the same classic American cuisine, bustling bar and warm service and personality the San Francisco original has always been famous for. Plentiful outdoor dining options. It’s bar is a perennial best of the county winner. 234

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Magnolia Ave, 415.927.1877; perryssf.com

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Pizzeria Picco Pizza

This family-friendly parlor next door to Picco offers California-influenced Neapolitan pizzas cooked in a wood-burning oven. Fresh mozzarella is pulled in-house and the menu also features organic salads, antipasti and Straus Dairy soft-serve ice cream. Heated outdoor seating is available. 316 Magnolia Ave, 415.945.8900; pizzeriapicco.com

R’noh Thai Thai

This cozy place with a patio by the Corte Madera Creek has a reputation for fresh flavors. It’s all here, from curries and Thai barbecue to noodle dishes and the

classic tom kha (coconut lemongrass soup). For an indulgent treat, try the fried sweet potato appetizer. 1000 Magnolia Ave, 415.925.0599; rnohthai.com

Rustic Bakery

Californian

The Marin-grown bakery is known and loved the world over: Pope Francis famously requested Rustic Bakery flatbread and crostini when he visited the U.S. in 2015. Organic bread and pastries baked fresh each morning and salads, sandwiches, and soups make this a staple. 2017 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.461.9900 and 1139 Magnolia Ave; 415.925.1556; rusticbakery.com $

MILL VALLEY Bungalow 44

American

are even better when enjoyed at the small bar. 106 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley ; 415.888.2265; cohomv.com HH $ BB

The bustling bar is ideal for savoring a seasonal cocktail or an order of the house’s famous kickin’ fried chicken. The one-dollar happy hour oyster program still operates from 5–6 p.m., Monday–Thursday and the heated outdoor patio is a town hot spot. 44 E Blithedale Ave, 415.381.2500; bungalow44.com

Coho

Chef partner David Kornell celebrates the California coast with a seafoodforward menu that leans into global flavors with pierogi and kedgeree, crab noodles and Coho salmon donburi. The wine list tilts American; the cocktails

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Floodwater Californian Order a handcrafted “Gold Rush” (Old Forester bourbon, local honey, lemon) at the long 20 seat bar and watch the game on five huge 4K TVs while noshing on pork belly steamed buns, or dive into Shorty’s Tall Reuben. The Patio features multiple fire pits. 152 Shoreline Hwy, 415.843.4545; floodwatermv.com

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Gravity Tavern American

With ingredients suited to reflect modern tastes,

Casa Gaga

American classics like grilled chicken Waldorf salad with pickled grapes, lobster roll with toasted challah and veggie slaw, and a land and sea pasta with house-made egg pasta, pork belly and crab, may have also been familiar fare for passengers of the Mt. Tam gravity car for which this saloon was named. 38 Miller Ave, 415.888.2108; gravitytavern.com

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Harmony Chinese

A warm, inviting place to enjoy classical and innovative Cantonese fare with the house specialty, hand crafted dim sum. Local favorites include savory Peking duck with steamed tea buns, juicy Shanghai dumplings and unique bites like minced lamb with radicchio cups. The

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OUT AND ABOUT DINE

famous signature beef is a definite must. 401 Strawberry Village, 415.381.5300; harmonyrestaurant group.com

Hook Fish Co Seafood

The wood-ceilinged dining room feels like a boat’s galley and the spot’s popular outdoor beer garden adjacent to Mill Valley’s Proof Lab at Tam Junction has 13 taps, but the draw at this counter-service joint is the seafood. The transparent supply chain means you can enjoy the poke, fish and chips or fish tacos knowing where and on what boat your meal came from. 254 Shoreline Hwy; hookfishco.com

Piatti Ristorante and Bar Italian

A fireplace lounge and open format concept invites lingering over refreshed menu items such as house made

ravioli with lemon cream and citrus gremolata, roasted mushroom pizza with taleggio fonduta and black truffle oil or roasted salmon with artichokes and Calabrian chili. 625 Redwood Hwy, 415.380.2525; piatti.com

Tamalpie Italian

With views of Mt. Tam from the covered, heated patio, this spot known for its local sourcing also features two fireplaces and a full bar serving craft cocktails, wine and beer. The difference is in the dough, small batch, housemade and gluten-free. 477 Miller Ave, 415.388.7437; tamalpiepizzeria.com

Watershed Californian Gather ’round the fire pit in front of the restaurant at the Lumber Yard or

hang out at the long bar for a pre-dinner glass of wine before sampling one of the many dishes curated to reflect the bounty of Marin. The Stemple Creek Ranch burger and fresh pastas are matched with a bevy of simply prepared, easy to share dishes. 129 Miller Ave, 415.888.2406; watershed.com

NOVATO

Ayawaska Latin American

An outpost of the Petaluma original fills the space that once housed Hilltop 1892. A menu of Peruvian classics includes lomo saltado and the country’s famous ceviches (try the a la Huancaina with the catch of the day). 850 Lamont Ave; 415.944.2066; ayawaskasf.com

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The Speakeasy American

There’s nothing like the comfort of a solid burger and beer when you’re kicking back and watching the game. In addition to the 10 beers on tap, cocktails range from the 1920’s to the 2020’s. A shareable, tapas-style menu includes grilled maitake mushrooms, escargot and mini

street tacos. 504 Alameda del Prado, 415.883.7793; thespeakeasynovato. com HH $

Toast American

With outdoor dining and spacious inside seating at Hamilton Marketplace, large parties, families and everyone else dives in on comfort food favorites like corned beef hash, buttermilk pancakes and at dinner, chicken schnitzel and shrimp scampi. 5800 Nave Drive, 415.382.1144; toastnovato.com $

Trailhead American Order breakfast, shareable snacks, paninis, salads, and Equator coffee drinks at the counter before grabbing a seat on the all-day café’s shaded patio. The baked goat cheese is a standout and pairs with the 10 local beers and two wines available on tap or from the craft can program. 127 San Marin Dr, 415.493.6902; trailheadnovato.com

SAN ANSELMO / ROSS

The Baan Thai Cuisine Thai Known for its mango sticky rice, crispy corn cakes and The Baan

San Anselmo Ave, 415.785.4450; creeksidesa.com

Cucina sa Italian

Thai salad, new menu items like fresh spring rolls and steamed dumplings and old favorites such as the tom kha soup entice with fresh flavors and just the right amount of sweet heat. 726 San Anselmo Ave, 415.457.9470; baanthaimarin.com

Comforts Cafe

American

Established in 1986, Comforts has a cozy sit-down cafe, serving breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch. Besides the famous Chinese chicken salad, other winners are the stuffed pecan-crusted French toast, chicken Okasan (nicknamed “Crack Chicken” by fans), Korean BBQ flank steak and Wor Won Ton soup. 335 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.9840; comfortscafe.com

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Creekside Pizza & Tap Room American

A perennial Best of the County winner known for their artisan pizzas, hearty sandwiches, flavorful pastas and fresh salads, Creekside offers plentiful gluten-free and vegan options too. Their copper bar with a 40-handle selection of craft beer (including gluten-free beer), plus wine and kombucha on tap. 638

Open for lunch, weekend brunch, and dinner six nights a week, come by for homemade pastas, seasonal salads, and wood-fired pizzas that strike a balance between southern Italy and Northern California. Don't skip the happy hour from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. from Tuesday to Friday, either! 510 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.2942; cucina-sa.com

Flour Craft Bakery American

Along with artisan gluten-free and an assortment of vegan pastries, breads, and special-occasion cakes, this petite cafe serves a lunch menu of so-called fancy toast and big green salads with seasonal flair. Customer favorites include oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, decadent cinnamon rolls, flourless hazelnut brownies, and the bakery’s signature granola. 702 San Anselmo Ave, 415.453.3100; flourcraftbakery.com

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Madcap

Californian

Chef Ron Siegel’s contemporary art-filled space is known for its urban edge. The vegetable-centric menu, available as a tasting menu, incorporates seafood and Japanese techniques in colorful dishes like trout with baby bok choy, purple

Vin Antico

Flour Craft Bakery

Grilled Mongolian Pork Chop with Housemade Pear Chutney

daikon and dashi that are bold, balanced and bright. The restaurant earned a Michelin one-star rating in 2019 and again in 2021 and 2022.

198 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo, 415.453.9898; madcapmarin.com

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Marinitas Mexican

This sister restaurant of Insalata’s continues to flourish as a bastion of creative Mexican and Central and South American cuisine. Not your typical south-ofthe-border spot, they serve up top-notch margaritas and Latin

415.454.6562; tacojanes.com

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Valenti & Co. Italian

Marché Californian

Into the former Marche aux Fleurs space comes Marché from owners Darren and Alicia Banks. Their focus on seasonal ingredients in plates of avocado toast with Urfa chile, shishito peppers with togarashi, house made gnocchi with shiitakes, and corn and duck confit with green lentils is Californian all the way. 23 Ross Common, Ross; 415.925.9200; marchemarin.com

lusciousness. 218 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.454.8900; marinitas.com

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Taco Jane's Mexican

The full bar features plentiful tequila and mezcal selections and its regional Mexican cuisine includes Oaxacan mole, fish tacos and vegetarian options. Black Gold salsa arrives with complimentary chips and is created from charred blackened tomatoes and roasted chilis. Enclosed patio seating is available year round.

21 Tamalpais Ave,

The bright yet cozy indoor space and warmly lit back patio are ideal environments for authentic Italian dishes made with local ingredients. The menu changes daily but look for the carpaccio of beef, the pan-seared Pekin duck and chef Valenti’s famous tower of triple chocolate love at dessert. 337 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.7800; valentico.com

SAN RAFAEL

Cafe Arrivederci

Italian Cafe Arrivederci has been located in the heart of San Rafael

for the past 27 years. Chef Tito is proud to serve fresh homemade pastas and dishes from all over Italy. Visit the expansive dining room, full bar, garden patio and private rooms for parties and events. 11 G St, 415.453.6427; cafearrivederci.com

Cafe del Soul

Californian

Healthy options become addictive at this eatery that now has locations in Tam Junction and San Rafael. Once you stop in for the deliciously fresh quinoa wrap, you’ll want to return to try the chipotle rice bowl. 1408 Fourth St, 415.457.5400; cafedelsoul.net

Red Rooster Brick

Oven American Roasted in the brick oven, then brushed with sweet and spicy garlic sauce, Red Rooster wings are a mustorder at an all-day Italian American restaurant with a sprinkling of Asian flavors. A thin crust pizza pulled from the brick oven is available at breakfast, too (gluten-free crust is available), and a changing menu of daily offerings. The buttermilk-fried chicken sandwich with house made chipotle aioli has a dedicated following and the Boston clam chowder might just convince a few new Englanders to relocate. 901 B St., 415.234.8414; redroosterbrickoven. com

Vin Antico American

Vin Antico, “where passion meets the plate,” serves seasonal marketinspired cuisine like stone-oven-baked flatbreads, handmade pastas and organic salads, all innovatively prepared. Black sesame-crusted tuna is classic, even better with an Il Capo negroni. 881 Fourth St, 415.721.0600; vinantico.com

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SAUSALITO

Angelino Restaurant

Italian

Multiple generations of the Arcona family create an authentic Italian eatery with handmade pastas and seasonal antipasti that has showcased the cuisine of the Campania region for more than 20 years. 621 Bridgeway, 415.331.5225; angelino restaurant.com

Fish Seafood

It has been said that this restaurant and fish market launched the sustainable seafood movement, making it the ultimate place for freshly caught, unobjectionable fare. Order any of the day’s offerings — the menu changes — aily but usually has a variation of fish tacos, ceviche and grilled fish. 350 Harbor Dr, 415.331.3474; 331fish.com

Poggio Italian

Vitello sliced excruciatingly thin and topped with lemon and tonnato sauce

is a singular dish in the hands of executive chef Benjamin Balesteri who creates Northern Italian fare using local and Italian ingredients.

777 Bridgeway, 415.332.7771; poggiotrattoria.com

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The Spinnaker Seafood

Chef Phil Collins excels at preparing seafood, and it shows in the beautifully plated presentations like a classic shrimp Louie salad or linguini with clams. Set right on the water with sweeping views of San Francisco.

100 Spinnaker Dr, 415.332.1500; spinnakersa sausalito.us

TIBURON

The Bungalow Kitchen Californian

A lively social lounge and restaurant from chef Michael Mina and Brent Bolthouse boasts epic views and a menu of seasonal California fare executed by chef Harrison Chernick. The upstairs lounge boasts late-night service (until 12 a.m.), a billiards table, a gaspowered fireplace, and a live DJ on weekends.415.366.4088

5 Main St; bungalow kitchen.com

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The Caprice Californian

Expansive bay views from every seat are just one of many charms after an extensive remodel. The revamped menu of well-crafted comfort

Tiburon Tavern

food from land (bone-in filet mignon, Colorado lamb chops) and sea (gnocchi with crab, abalone dore).

2000 Paradise Drive, 415.435.3400; thecaprice.com

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Luna Blu

Italian

Executive chef Renzo Azzarello serves Sicilian seafood and homemade pastas with a Californian touch. The seasonal menu incorporates fresh and organic produce, local naturally grown meat and poultry from small farms. The restaurant complies with Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch, so all the seafood is

sustainable. 35 Main St, 415.789.5844; lunablurestaurant.com

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Petite Left Bank

French

A smaller version of the Larkspur original features an all-day menu of French bistro classics. A notable wine list, artisan craft cocktail menu, and spirit-free beverages round out the lively experience. 1696 Tiburon Blvd, 415.910.1010; petiteleftbank tiburon.com

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Salt & Pepper American

A locals favorite for classic American fare. From morning’s Bloody Mary

and eggs Benedict through lunch’s clams bouillabaisse and hamburger to dinner’s crab cakes with jalapeño dipping sauce and skirt steak tacos. 38 Main St, 415.435.3594; saltandpepper tiburon.com

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Tiburon Tavern

Californian

Food service at the Lodge at Tiburon is in the hands of Luna Blu’s Renzo and Crystal Azzarello who run the Tiburon Tavern bar, restaurant and other on-site eating opportunities. Executive chef Selvin Vicente is on board to handle the flow from breakfast and brunch through

dinner. 1651 Tiburon Blvd, 415.435.3133; lodgeattiburon.com HH

WEST MARIN

Station House Cafe American

Known for their house made popovers which chef Aaron Wright makes available at every meal, this cozy cafe in downtown Point Reyes Station is also recognized for fresh oysters, grassfed burgers, and an “everything fresh, local and homegrown” ethos. Dining in the garden is as popular on weekdays as on the weekends.

1118 Highway 1, Point Reyes Station,

415.663.1515; stationhousecafe.com

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Tony’s Seafood Seafood

The crowds come on sunny weekends for the barbecue oysters and amazing views, but the restaurant’s purchase by the Hog Island Oyster Co team meant a refresh of the interior and a spiffed-up menu of seafood pulled from the bay’s waters. Michelin noticed and awarded Tony’s a Bib Gourmand in 2021.

18863 Shoreline Hwy, Marshall,415.663.1107; tonysseafood restaurant.com

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MarinHealth Foundation Gala Supports Cardiac

Surgery Program

On April 22, the community supporting MarinHealth Foundation gathered in black tie attire to celebrate with heart at Peacock Gap Golf Club. The ’60s themed event, “Signed Sealed Delivered,” brought ardent proponents of the hospital together to dine and dance the night away. By the evening’s conclusion, donors had contributed more than $1 million to MarinHealth’s Haynes Cardiovascular Institute Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery Program.

1 Gina Landinez, MD and Tom Nguyen, MD; 2 7 Paul Violich, Mari Holden, Kim Ford, Heather McKenzie, and Julia Violich; 3 Ron and Patti Moresco, Victoria Mullan, Lexi Stone, Elliott Stone, Mike Stone, Sharon Stone, and Brian Su, MD.

10,000 Degrees Raises $1 Million for Students 10,000 Degrees, a Marin-based nonprofit instrumental in setting up students from low-income backgrounds for college success, welcomed more than 500 guests to the Marin Civic Center for its annual One Amazing Community fundraising gala on April 29. The event raised more than $1 million for the organization's programs and scholarships. A highlight of the evening was a heartfelt tribute to Judy Edgar, the nonprofit’s founder who received a Lifetime Legacy Honor.

Lifehouse Great Chefs & Wineries Returns Craneway Pavilion, a historic building with sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay, set the backdrop for the annual Lifehouse Great Chefs & Wineries fundraiser on May 6. The brilliantly curated evening began with a feast of small plates expertly prepared by chefs from the Bay Area’s best restaurants, accompanied by an impressive lineup of elite wineries from California’s finest growing regions. After dinner, guests boogied down to Tower of Power and watched the Lifehouse Performers. Rock legend Huey Lewis appeared as longtime Honorary Chair and Insalata’s Chef Heidi Insalata Krahling returned as the event’s expert culinary host — Betty Yu from KPIX was the event emcee. The $700,000 raised will go directly to provide quality programs and support for Lifehouse’s community of people with developmental disabilities in the Bay Area.

1 Senator Mike McGuire; 2 Judy Edgar and Kim Mazzuca. RACHEL CLARK (10,000 DEGREES); DREW ALTIZER PHOTOGRAPHY (LIFEHOUSE)

1 Lifehouse Performers, Betty Yu, Huey Lewis, and Nancy Dow Moody; 2 Heidi Krahling.

Vivalon Soirée d’Élégance Benefits Homebound Meal Programs On May

6, more than 200 guests congregated at a private classic car museum in San Rafael to raise funds for Vivalon, a nonprofit that advances the independence, health, and quality of life for older adults and people with disabilities in Marin County. The Soirée d’Élégance fundraiser raised $375,000 to benefit Vivalon’s home-delivered meal programs as well as other comprehensive, integrated healthy aging services.

Mill Valley Music Festival Attracts 10,000 Fans The annual Mill Valley Music Festival returned to the stage on May 13 and 14, attracting more than 10,000 music lovers from across the Bay Area. Hosted by the Mill Valley Chamber of Commerce, fans of all ages were treated to more than 20 acts on two stages, including headliners Michael Franti & Spearhead as well as Sacramento-born Cake. Beyond the music, festivalgoers were offered a true taste of the good life in Mill Valley with access to a large and curated assortment of the region’s best artisans, food vendors and philanthropic organizations, plus family-friendly activities like a roller skating rink and arcade, immersive art installations, local craft beer and hidden speakeasies.

1 Michael Franti & Spearhead; 2 Mill Valley Music Festival. BRIAN DETTOR (VIVALON); JON BAUER (MICHAEL FRANTI); WILLIAM WAYLAND (MILL VALLEY)

1 Whit and Ann Raab; 2 Anne Grey and Douglas Reilly.

Marin Magazine Celebrates Remarkable Women

On May 4, the luxurious Alexandrite Suite atop the Casa Madrona Hotel & Spa was abuzz during Marin Magazine’s popular Celebrating Women event. The annual gathering, which also commemorates the magazine’s May issue, brought together more than 100 accomplished women from all walks of life, all of whom enjoyed lively conversation, cocktails provided by Abana Wines and Hanson Vodka and tasty bites by Poggio Trattoria. Premier sponsor Whittier Trust sent each guest home with a gift bag stuffed with items for much-needed rejuvenation.

1 Marin Magazine

Celebrating Women attendees; 2 Helen Abe, Nikki N. Wood; 3 Meredith Suttles, Lesley Cesare, Claudia Coury; 4 Felecia Gaston, Kirsten Jones Neff; 5 Cassie Corless, Amy Svenberg, Nikki C. Wood, Darya Folsom.

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MARIN HOME

Midcentury Mentality

Architect Lauren Goldman renovates her Mill Valley home — once known as the “Hemingway House” — to provide a warm, welcoming environment for her family of five.

BY LOTUS ABRAMS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY PAUL DYER

A retro Malm fireplace with a gas insert, oversize couch and softly hued textiles add warmth to the living room.

Sometimes, a house just speaks to you. That’s exactly how architect Lauren Goldman felt when she first saw the house that her family of five, plus a dog, now calls home — a midcentury modern gem perched on a wooded hillside in Mill Valley with views of Mt. Tam. “When we came to look at it, it was so intoxicating,” Goldman says. “It has so much privacy but also has lots of glass and skylights, so it’s filled with natural light.”

The home also has an interesting backstory. “If you’re an old-school Mill Valley resident, you know it used to be called the ‘Hemingway House,’” Goldman says. In the 1960s, the home was owned by Jack Hemingway, the eldest son of novelist Ernest Hemingway, and his wife, Byra. The couple’s actress and writer daughter Mariel was born in Mill Valley and spent her early years in the house with

her older sisters, Margaux and Joan.

Goldman and her husband moved into the home in Mill Valley from San Francisco when their son, now 11, was 1. Around the same time, Goldman, who grew up in Palo Alto, founded LORO, a full-service residential architecture and interior design firm with clients located throughout the Bay Area.

Although the 2,500 square-foot, fivebedroom, three-bath home had been renovated, some areas were no longer functional. Goldman longed to make the space their own, however with so much on her plate, she wasn’t ready to undertake any major projects in her own home at that time. A number of years later, a broken freezer prompted Goldman to kickstart the process. “We were at a transition point where it was time to elevate the style of the house now that kids were older and weren’t toddlers anymore,” Goldman says.

Among Goldman’s goals for the renovation: Add storage, create a sense of warmth in the all-white interior, and upgrade the decor to suit the family’s lifestyle and aesthetic — all the while respecting the home’s heritage. “We wanted the spaces to look modern and of this era but still have a nod to the time frame that the house was originally built,” Goldman says.

Starting in the kitchen, Goldman added more cabinetry, painted black to contrast the home’s white interior, and a counter-to-ceiling wall of terrazzo tile from Ann Sacks. “It’s a fun throwback to a 1960s material that's now that's making a comeback, so we’re recalling the past of this house but in a modern way,” she says.

Bringing a natural element indoors, Goldman extended the stained-wood siding used in the exterior entryway, visible through a new black steel-and-glass door from Maiden, into the living room to create a “mudroom” and additional storage under the TV along the wall. The

A painting by Jon James makes a colorful accent behind the dining table, illuminated by custom lighting from Allied Maker.

paneling was also used to craft a pocket door that closes off the hallway leading to the kids’ rooms, making the space feel even more intimate.

To gain historical perspective for the project, Goldman took a deep dive through old photos of the house on a real estate website and discovered there had once been a ceiling-hung fireplace in the living room that had been removed in a previous renovation. She found a similar gas version from fireplace manufacturer Malm and installed it in the same location as the original.

Goldman completed the decor with unique rugs, pillows and natural wood pieces purchased on a sourcing trip to L.A.; an upholstered bench from SummerHouse in Mill Valley; a Capitol Complex armchair designed by Pierre Jeanneret; and indoor plants and pots from Flora Grubb in San Francisco. In the living room, the large, comfortable couch makes the space perfect for family movie nights — a house tradition. “Now the house is really a reflection of how we like to live,” Goldman says. “It’s sophisticated but at the same time comfortable and inviting.”

Clockwise from top left: Lauren Goldman and her family of five enjoy frequent movie nights in the living room; the kitchen features black cabinets and a terrazzo tile backsplash from Ann Sacks; the exterior entryway’s stained-wood siding, visible through the Maiden black steel-and-glass door, continues into the living room to create a “mudroom.”

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SAN ANSELMO | $2,950,000

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CORTE MADERA | $1,399,000

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SAN RAFAEL | $2,399,000

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CalRE #01486869

MILL VALLEY | $1,995,000 Sold in one week! 3br/3ba home. Indoor/outdoor lifestyle & views.

Jen Pennington 415.860.5340

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CalRE #00609688

SAN RAFAEL | $1,850,000

Tastefully updated 5br/2.5ba gem w/expansive backyard & bay views.

Eric J. Morgan 415.999.5382

Kim Corbett-Morgan 415.999.9797

CalRE #01999265 | CalRE #00988741

SAN RAFAEL | $2,295,000 4BR/2BA pano-view home in Country Club Area set on ~ 1.7 acres.

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MILL VALLEY | $1,969,000

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Katie Norby 415.307.3531

CalRE #00910964 | CalRE #01857831

SAN ANSELMO | $1,795,000

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SAN RAFAEL | $1,695,000 Single-level 3br/2ba property situated on a sun-drenched flat lot.

Terri Dawson 415.279.9879

Scott Cherry 415.713.6617

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BELVEDERE TIBURON | $1,550,000 SOLD: 3br/2.5ba top floor condo.

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Anne Laury 415.336.7077

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NOVATO | $1,549,000

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CalRE #01876201

MILL VALLEY | $1,520,000 SOLD…by Marty in 10 days! Real Estate with Enterprising Results.

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CalRE #01211231

SALINAS | $1,450,000

3br/3.5 bath single level - Markham Ranch.

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CalRE #01812100

NOVATO | $1,295,000

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SAN RAFAEL | $1,150,000

Beautiful 3br/2.5ba detached home in popular Redwood Village!

Pattie Lockard 415.515.8318

pattie.lockard@cbrealty.com

CalRE #02155266

SAN RAFAEL | $1,450,000 4br/2ba ranch style home in Glenwood.

Collins + Flandermeyer 415.412.8262

sflandermeyer@cbnorcal.com

CalRE #01880107 | CalRE #01890947

WOODACRE | $1,195,000

Charming 3br/3ba rustic West Marin retreat with stunning views!

Kevin Kearney 415.297.3874

kevin@kearneyrealestategroup.com

CalRE #01355515

NOVATO | $1,150,000

Quintessential 4br/2ba Pleasant Valley home w/Mount Burdell views.

Michael Wayne Jackson 415.483.6009

michael.jackson@cbnorcal.com

CalRE #01513285

Lynette Fenical 415.515.9342

Carla Giustino 415.314.7914

CalRE #02085798 | CalRE #01215560

guiding you home

since 1906

NOVATO | $780,000

Nicely remodeled 3br/2.5ba townhome in Hillside Park East!

Karyn Asfour Kambur 415.516.3221

kkambur@cbnorcal.com

CalRE #01785669

NOVATO | $869,000

Quaint charmer with a backyard paradise!

Abby Tanem 415.497.9542

John Hendricks 415.306.3060

CalRE #01301798 | CalRE #01914863

SAN RAFAEL | $569,000

Much-loved 2br/1ba single-level condo in Captains Cove HOA.

Andrew Falk 415.250.8025

andyfalk2112@yahoo.com

CalRE #01459954

SANTA ROSA | Price Upon Request

Single-level 3br/2ba charmer awaiting your finishing touches!

Andrew Falk 415.250.8025

Annalise Demuth 707.800.2225

CalRE #01459954 | CalRE #01395395

NOVATO | $458,000

Rare & fully remodeled 2br/1ba home in a park-like setting.

Kristie Martinelli 415.412.4720

krissrose12@gmail.com

CalRE #01943588

SAN RAFAEL | $219,000

Central Locale Condo with Views at Villa Marin Awaits!

Abby Tanem 415.497.9542

John Hendricks 415.306.3060 CalRE #01301798 | CalRE #01914863

SAN RAFAEL | $125,000

Penthouse Condominium with Captivating Views at Villa Marin!

Abby Tanem 415.497.9542

John Hendricks 415.306.3060 CalRE #01301798 | CalRE #01914863

FAIRFAX | $1,285,000 3br/2ba w/gardens, basement & more.

Melann Mushet 415.298.1015 melann.mushet@gmail.com

CalRE #00572427

SAN RAFAEL | $1,250,000 Updated 3br/1ba bungalow in the West End.

Lita Collins 415.515.5006 LCollins@cbnorcal.com

CalRE #01890947

NOVATO | $1,179,000 Remodeled 4br/2.5ba two-story home!

Christina & Karla 415.613.5563 info@homeinmarin.com

CalRE #01183576

SAN GERONIMO | $1,060,000 Serene and sunny 4br/2ba zen oasis!

Ray Bakowski 415.608.7806 ray.bakowski@cbrealty.com

CalRE #01723889

SAN RAFAEL | $985,000 Vintage 3BR/1BA home oozing with charm!

Helen Luttemo 415.244.4414 helen@enjoymarin.com

CalRE #01386035

CORTE MADERA | $850,000

Popular 3br/2.5ba Mariner Green Townhome.

Christina & Karla 415.613.5563 info@homeinmarin.com

CalRE #01183576

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SANTA ROSA | $849,000 Spectacular 3br/2ba renovated home!

Melvin Matarrita 415.261.1845 melvin.matarrita@cbnorcal.com CalRE #01784678

ROCKLIN | $775,000 5br/3ba w/bonus room & dining bar.

Barbara Silva 916.718.6244 barbsilva@comcast.net

CalRE #00986087

BY JIM WOOD

LOOKING BACK

The Richardson Bay Bridge

Could this expansion help ease the afternoon traffic crunch?

Above is a computerized rendering of what could relieve today’s traffic snarl as hundreds of Marinites head home from San Francisco. Check it out. It’s a proposed six-lane expansion of the Richardson Bay Bridge. Do you like it? Well, don’t believe it! This photo was actually taken in 1956 when, according to Barry Spitz’s Marin, A History, “A wider, steel and concrete structure was being built just to the east of the original bridge, which was built of redwood timbers back in 1931.” Spitz cites the original bridge as being “the longest ever

constructed of redwood and costing $326,000 which included a drawbridge that was only raised six times.” Then in 1959, with the six-lane Richardson Bay Bridge completed, the two decades old Golden Gate Bridge was continuing to pour traffic into Marin County. Now — 65 years later — with the massive six-lane bridge still firmly in place and Marin’s population having grown from 147,200 to 265,320 (an 80 percent population increase), is the Richardson Bay Bridge due for yet another expansion?

1923-1994

One of the most significant Post WWII American painters who helped bring forth the 1st truly American “home grown” art style; Abstract Expressionism, Colorfield Abstraction.

“The Shadows of Color” Exhibition July 1 - August 27

Powerful, gestural, monochromatic drawings - The very essence of Abstract Expressionism

Rober t Green Fine Ar ts, established 1969, exhibits primarily painterly, abstract expressive work by painters that thoroughly take advantage of the sensually evocative nature of color and form.

Sam Francis in his Broadway studio, Santa Monica, CA 1984, photo

Jim McHugh, courtesy

Sam Francis Foundation, California