August 2012

Marin Editors’ Choice Hot 101

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Contents

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Features

60 [415] Top Doctors Our list of the best pediatricians in Marin and San Francisco.

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39 Editors’ Choice 2012 It’s here — 101 hot picks that represent the best of Marin.

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104 In Marin 21 Currents Beautiful beaches, book reviews, eco-friendly toys and a new mural from Youth in Arts.

26 Style Swimwear goes retro.

28 Q&A Jennifer Siebel Newsom on life in Marin.

32 Conversation Meet the man who brought the America’s Cup to the Bay Area.

Destinations 67 Go Take the tweens to New York City for travel and adventure.

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Out & About 71 Calendar A roundup of what to do in Marin and beyond.

80 Dine An insider’s guide to restaurants and food in the Bay Area.

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101 Backstory From Berkeley to Bolinas.

104 Details A close-up look at the leafy green trees of Marin.

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Tim porter (top left and bottom)

columns 12 View From Marin 14 POV 130 Looking Back

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Editorial Editorial Director Nikki Wood executive Editor Mimi Towle Managing Editor Daniel Jewett senior writer Jim Wood Editor-At-Large Tim Porter Copy Editor Cynthia Rubin Editorial Assistants

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View From Marin

Above, from left: Dan Jewett, Nikki Wood, Mimi Towle

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T’S FINA LLY HERE! The issue you’ve been waiting for and the one we’ve spent the last year researching. We’ve got 101 picks for you, covering topics like health and beauty, drinks, entertainment, style, local attractions, art, food, recreation — even a few tips on top places to bring the kids. So whether you’re looking for a satisfying sandwich, a delicious drink or just a new pair of boots, if it’s in Marin and it’s fabulous, our editors have you covered.

Oh, and be on the lookout for a few readers’ choices mixed in.

For this issue we also compiled a selection of the best children’s doctors in Marin and San Francisco. Our handy guide features 67 of the top pediatricians in the region as voted by their peers. You’ll also find an interesting story on less-heralded milestones of childhood and a fascinating piece on a cutting-edge treatment for dangerous food allergies.

Up front, we help you beat the heat with a guide to some of Marin’s best beaches.

We also ask Jennifer Siebel Newsom about balancing politics and family life in Marin with her documentary filmmaking, and we catch up with Larkspur’s Norbert Bajurin, the man behind bringing the America’s Cup to the Bay Area.

In Destinations we have a hair-raising tale of survival in New York City — okay, really the story is about traveling to the Big Apple with tweens, but it’s quite an adventure nonetheless.

As always, thank you for reading. And now it’s time to start researching next year’s editors’ top picks — maybe we’ll start with the best after-work drink spots. …

Whether you’re looking for a satisfying sandwich, a delicious drink or just a new pair of boots, our editors have you covered.

Marin Magazine Staff Editors

Turn to page 28 to read about Newsom and see the shots that made the final cut after her photography session with Tim Porter. “Pointand-shoot usually refers to an amateur camera,” Porter notes, “something we hardworking bigcamera pros disdain. But it means something else when it comes to Jennifer Newsom. She’s such a natural in the photo studio that all I had to do was hook up the strobes, point and shoot. Easy.”

BARBARA RIES (TOP)

A FEW QUESTIONS FOR JENNIFER SIEBEL NEWSOM

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Expecting guests? Here are four entertaining excursions. by jim wood

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this month. It’s summertime and the living is easy — easy until outof-town guests appear and you become an instant tour guide. Help is on the way; here are four one-day trips that have worked for me:

For an enriching treat, visit the Bolinas Art Museum in West Marin.

1 Boat Trip from Tiburon There are two options. No. 1, catch the 10 a.m. ferry from Tiburon to Angel Island; tour the island on a Segway. Highlights: spectacular views of San Francisco; massive (and eerie) World War I brick buildings; and the newly restored U.S. Immigration Station known as the “Ellis Island of the West.” Option No. 2: Take the Blue & Gold 11:15 a.m. ferry to the terminal building in San Francisco. Highlights: farmers’ markets on Thursdays and Saturdays; the Ferry Building itself; the mile-long walk along the Embarcadero to Fisherman’s Wharf. For a fascinating history lesson, tour the World War II submarine USS Pampanito. From Pier 41, catch the 3 p.m. Blue & Gold back to Tiburon.

2 Scenic West Marin Head out Sir Francis Drake Boulevard with a stop in Fairfax to check out the incredible Good Earth Natural Foods market. Drive through the redwoods to Olema; head north; have lunch in Inverness at Saltwater, Luc Chamberland’s classy new cafe that’s “a tribute to all things salty,” which of course includes oysters and delicious pizza. Nearby is Spirit Matters, a store like no other, anywhere.

Highlights in Point Reyes Station: Gallery Route One, Toby’s Feed Barn, Point Reyes Books, and other creative shops like Epicenter, Vita and Zuma. If you’re still hungry, try Osteria Stellina; it’s outstanding.

3 Marin Cultural Quest For an enriching treat, visit the Bolinas Art Museum in West Marin; for five other top-quality Marin art galleries, see our editors’ picks on page 56. To see artworks in process, check out the Marin Museum of Contemporary Art in Novato’s Hamilton community, the ICB Building in Sausalito or Art Works Downtown in San Rafael. For films, nothing beats the Rafael Film Center; August highlights include a profile of painter Gerhard Richter, adapted horror tales of writer H.P. Lovecraft, and presentations by San Francisco Chronicle critic Mick LaSalle.

4 Head to the Headlands Exit Highway 101 at the Golden Gate Bridge (go ahead, walk over it — it’s a thrill) and take Conzelman Road for breathtaking views of San Francisco and the Pacific; continue on and make the short hike, through a tunnel and over a bridge, to the Bonita Point Lighthouse (open Saturday to Monday only, 12:30–3:30 p.m.). Next, tour the old Nike Missile site, the Headlands Center for the Arts and the renowned Marine Mammal Center.

Heading back, reward yourself with a cool drink on the veranda of Murray Circle restaurant at Cavallo Point.

Or don’t wait for guests to visit and just take one of these jaunts on your own — there’s plenty of exploring to do in and around Marin. That’s my point of view. What’s yours?

Email pov@marinmagazine.com.

Barbara Ries

Top Summer Tours

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Your Letters July Issue Overview

Your covers are wonderful — what an original idea, to use art. We have purchased several prints depicting local scenes for display in our new beach home in Florida; many times they’re compatible in both subject and color.

The article on swimming in Marin (“Everyone in the Water,” July 2012) was an interesting update on a very special program and activity that involves young people at all levels of ability and that literally tens of thousands of Marin children have participated in and benefited from over decades, including two of our own. But there was no mention of Rick DeMonte’s brother Ken who, with his wife, coached and ran probably the most successful program of all time at the Tiburon Peninsula

Club, the original Sharks. The article on business in Marin (“Back in Business,” July 2012) was a very interesting overview of Marin but also of the Bay Area over the past 40 years. As we also spend a good part of the year here in Tiburon, where we lived for so long, it is useful to have the listings of restaurants and events the magazine includes in each issue. But I feel that the restaurants listed are included on the basis of some financial contribution to the magazine, which is OK, but only if disclosed.

There are significant omissions of wellknown and -regarded businesses that remain unlisted. Thank you for your interesting and innovatively stylish contents and presentation. We will continue to look forward each month to our copy. PETER CULLEY, TIBURON

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NeW yORK Eds.: Our restaurant guide, like our calendar, is a public service and piece of editorial content; we do not require restaurants to make financial contributions for mention in this section.

The guide is very large, and we can’t run every listing in every issue, so not every restaurant write-up appears every time. Visit marin magazine.com/dine for the complete list.

Roadside Mess

I really appreciate your piece about the roadsides (POV, July 2012). When I first saw California in 1971, I was able to compare it with the rest of the country, having just driven here from Atlanta, Ga. I was amazed how beautiful and clean it was. At that time there seemed to be no litter compared with now. I’ve noticed a big change in recent years. I propose that there should be some consciousness-raising campaign undertaken — possibly something on TV would help. Not only the roadsides are affected; there’s a general lack of respect wherever you go these days. For example, some of the most pristine places in Big Sur now have litter.

downwind of Fukushima. But those problems are too difficult to address, let alone acknowledge. Better to just tax those smokers. (3) Jobs bills can be valuable in the present economic state of high unemployment and underemployment, but why should California smokers bear the brunt of funding these jobs? Why should it only be cancer researchers who get (the research) jobs this bill would generate?

And why should we fund jobs (that might go to) other states? This makes no sense to me.

SUSAN DOREY, SAN RAFAEL

Of Tables and Chairs

I truly enjoyed the article and photos featuring Eichler homes (“Enchanting Eichlers,” June 2012) in Marin. In particular, I love the dining table and orange chairs (pages 34–35) in the Rudnick-Fingersh home. Do you by any chance know the source of the table and chairs? AMY LEWIS, CORTE MADERA

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No ‘Yes’ Vote

I disagree strongly with your recommendation of a yes vote on Prop. 29 (POV, June 2012), to add a $1 tax to the price of a pack of cigarettes. I think it is a bad idea for several reasons: (1) The arguments I have heard in favor of it seem to strongly view the tax as a deterrent to smoking. The public desire to constrain smoking and smokers seems to be getting more rabid and approaches the fervor with which the country once opposed alcohol and passed Prohibition. I am increasingly disturbed by this trend to use laws to control personal behavior. (2) Cancer research has yet to make a dent in the rate of new cancer cases and the cost and effectiveness of cancer cures. I think (the tax) is a handy way to duck the real issues of why we get cancer in the first place and why more and more people are getting cancer. We know the reason for this: environmental pollution. The food we eat, the air we breathe, the water we drink, the buildings we occupy, not to mention being

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As an educator, I enjoyed your article “Love of Education” (Currents, January 2012).

The article featured Bay Area individuals who are doing good throughout the world and was very interesting and refreshing.

Your article triggered me to think of an organization, Project H, founded by Emily Pilloton of Kentfield, that is also doing some incredible good in international education and most recently in Bertie County, N.C. M A R I N A U G U S T 2 0 1 2 17

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Emily is a graduate of Redwood High School, UC Berkeley and the University of Chicago.

I believe a story about a Marin native and Project H would be a great follow-up to your January article. Best wishes for the continued success of Marin Magazine. I look forward to reading your magazine each month. Don Leisey, San Rafael Eds.: Thanks, Don; stay tuned for a story on Marin education in the September 2012 issue.

The Last Mile

Thank you so very much for your interview (Conversation, June 2012) with the incredibly good/fantastic/ wonderful (can’t really say enough) couple who started and continue their work in The Last Mile. It may be the last mile at San Quentin for the inmates, but let’s hope it’s the first mile of many as our community travels back inside San Quentin in order to make our prison systems humane places of rehabilitation not only for the inmates, but for the health and welfare of our society. Thank you. Sandra Fish, Mill Valley

Still More on Climate Change

I read your article “Rising Seas” (April 2012). I was sort of perplexed, having lived for 40 years in Marin, where I run along Corte Madera Creek almost every week. I have witnessed no rising sea in that area. I

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do have some questions for you. Those photos of apparently flooded conditions — were they taken the same day or the same month?

What year? You mentioned “monthly high tides” and global warming caused this; so are you saying these monthly high tides caused this flooding each and every month in Marin? I do remember in 1982 we had flooding and a tide of two feet that caused flooding in Marin. But no such flooding (of that magnitude) has occurred since, so I was wondering when these photos were taken.

Robert A. Casper, San Rafael

Author and photographer Tim Porter replies: As you mention, overall sea-level rise is difficult to discern on a day-by-day basis; however, Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) studies and others (U.S. Coast Guard, among them) have documented an 8-inch rise in San Francisco Bay in the last century and forecast a range of higher seas (from 16 to 55 inches) — and tides — over the next 50 to 100 years. Every fact mentioned in the article comes from one of many studies done by the agencies I attributed them to in the story, such at the BCDC. There is no debate in the scientific community about sea-level rise. As for the photographs, I shot them over a three-month period at the end of last year — October, November and December — three of the four months in which tides are highest in our part of San Francisco Bay (January is the fourth). For a real-life look at what you see in the photographs, I urge you to visit the junction of Highway 101 and Shoreline highway at the end of those winter months when the tides are highest (consult any online tide table for the best days). Bring your boots. What the forecasts predict, should the warming trend and current sea-level rise continue, is that those highest annual tides will become commonplace, meaning the average daily high tide will equal what the highest of tides are now. letters to the editor Your comments may be edited for clarity and brevity. Send letters to Marin Magazine, One Harbor Drive, Suite 208, Sausalito, CA 94965, or email us at letters@marinmagazine.com. Please include the town where you live and a daytime phone number.

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In Marin

ce l e b r at i n g t h e peo pl e , pl ace s a n d c au s e s o f t h i s u n i q u e co u n t y A child surveys the waves while standing on his boogie board at Muir Beach.

Surf’s Up Marin County beaches offer sand, sun and fun for all.

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ugust is typically the best time to head to the beach here in Marin. Whether you’re planning to drive, bike or stand-up paddleboard to get there, here are special spots to consider. For a comprehensive, detailed list of great local beaches, including information on parking, food and directions, go to marinmagazine. com/beaches. SOPHIE SHULMAN

Got Dogs? Agate, Bolinas, Dillon, Heart’s Desire, Muir, the Great Beach, Rodeo and Upton are tailwagging friendly.

Looking to Surf? Bolinas, Stinson and Rodeo are your best bets.

Want to Eat on the Beach? Stinson, Limantour and Dillon offer beachfront restaurants.

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Kids in Tow? Muir, Heart’s Desire and Schoonmaker allow fun, safe splashing.

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books

Reading List Bolt From the Blue: The Epic Story of Danger and Heroism at 13,000 Feet by Jennifer Woodlief, Atria Books, $16 (paperback). It’s a challenge to put this book down. The Belvedere author tells the true tale of six climbers struck by lightning in the Grand Tetons — and their rescue.

To Save a Mountain: The 100Year Battle for Mt. Tamalpais

by Barry Spitz, Tamalpais Conservation Club, $25 (paperback). A century ago, Mount Tamalpais was privately owned. Now it belongs to the people. Here’s the history of how that happened, complete with maps and photos.

Life After Murder: Five Men in Search of Redemption

by Nancy Mullane, PublicAffairs, $26.99 (hardcover).

“An impressive work with interesting findings that contradict conventional wisdom,” states one review. All five men are on San Quentin’s death row.

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For the Kids

Companies right here in Marin are leading the way to a healthier future with kids’ products ranging from eco-friendly toys to nutritious vending machine snacks. SOPHIE SHULMAN

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Kimochis

Named after the Japanese word for “feeling,” this San Rafael company creates stuffed animal characters that help teach kids to express their feelings in a constructive way. Online, children can discover characters’ unique personalities and virtually interact with them; in the process, parents and teachers become better emotional communicators with kids, too. kimochis.com

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Green Toys, Inc.

Founded in Point Reyes Station 20 years ago, Coyuchi combines pesticide-free textiles and comfortable design to create infants’ and kids’ wear. Its Baby Toddler line is made from 100 percent organic cotton and natural fibers.coyuchi.com

Laurie Zoob Hyman was named 2012 ”Entrepreneur of the Year“ by the online group Women in Toys for her company Green Toys Inc. in Mill Valley. The company, which she cofounded in 2007 with Robert von Goeben, makes its products in California and promotes planet-preserving activities like recycling and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. greentoys.com

Fresh Baby Bites

Organic produce is pureed into safe, nourishing baby food that’s delivered to the customer’s front door. Chemical- and pesticide-free, Fresh Baby Bites products are made in small batches in a San Francisco kitchen; the aim is to introduce nutritious, tasty foods at an early age to instill healthy eating habits for life. freshbabybites.com

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Good Foods Healthy Vending

This family-owned and -operated Novato company distributes energy-efficient, eco-friendly vending machines to schools, hospitals, businesses and other places. The machines are stocked with nutritious snacks and drinks that are organic, gluten-, allergen- and nut-free and low-carb, with no added sugar. goodfoodsvending.com

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1 Visit educational sites like commonsensemedia.org, which offers pointers for many digital situations, including how to recognize ads for what they are.

2 Talk to your children honestly, and be willing to say you don’t know it all, but are curious and genuinely interested in their world. It is very different from the world we grew up in. Learn from them, and don’t be too quick to criticize.

3 Model appropriate use. If you spend time checking email and the Internet frequently but severely limit your child’s use, you are sending a very mixed message.

Finding a Voice for Children in Marin “Every child has a rich story to tell about his or her history,” says Miko Lee, director of the San Rafael–based Youth in Arts (YIA). This month, a brightly painted plywood mural is being framed and mounted to serve as the new face of the YIA headquarters on C Street. The mural is the work of a team of seventh-grade students from Davidson Middle School and depicts their personal links to local history. The nonprofit began in 1970 as a response to funding cuts that threatened arts education in Marin schools. marin cares Thanks to YIA, which sends mentor artists into the classroom to work directly with teachers, many students in Marin, including those from low-income families, are telling their stories through painted pictures and other mediums. The mural, to be unveiled September 14, was made possible by local donations, demonstrating the need for fiscal creativity in a time of severe budget cuts (YIA’s canceled 17-year-old Italian Street Painting Festival is among the casualties). Contact YIA to find out how you can donate. youthinarts.org M.g.w.

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you happened to be at this summer’s Comic-Con convention, that articulate speaker discussing digital citizenship was indeed Del Mar Middle School technology teacher Jeff Brain — a winner of this year’s prestigious county Golden Bell Teacher Award. Since he’s the expert, we’ve asked him for a few tips on keeping kids safe online. MELISSA GARDNER WHITE

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One-piece leather necklace swimsuit, $235, by Lenny at Saks Fifth Avenue (SF), 415.986.4300.

Ship Shape bandeau, $108, and cheeky peeky, $88, by Betsey Johnson, at everythingbutwater.com.

Halter molded bra, $129, and high-waist pant, $179, by Karla Colletto, at Beach Bella (San Anselmo), 415.258.9844.

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With swim season in full swing, here are some playful suits to show off those bombshell curves. By veronica sooley

Red, White, & Blue underwire, $76, and skirted pant, $70, by Becca by Rebecca Virtue, at Nordstrom (Corte Madera), 415.927.1690.

Tea-Rose underwire top, $97, and high-waist bottom, $70, by Seafolly, at theorchidboutique.com.

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In Marin / CURRENTS 7 QUESTIONS FOR

Jennifer Siebel Newsom When Jennifer Siebel left Marin County in 1992 headed for Stanford, and finally Los Angeles, she didn’t dream she’d return to Marin as wife of the lieutenant governor of California. Dating and then marrying one of the most popular former mayors in San Francisco history, Gavin Newsom, has a Filmmaker way of putting one in the spotlight. But the couple ROSS has found a balance and they now enjoy raising their two children here in Marin, where the former actress has managed to carve out enough time to get back into film, this time as a producer and director. Her latest project, Miss Representation, has earned national attention after showing at Sundance and is keeping her very busy. MIMI TOWLE Why Marin? We love it here. It’s a respite for the two of us and the kids love being outdoors. As Gavin’s work takes him all over the state and as he is not in the Legislature, we don’t live in Sacramento.

women. He supports me in all that I do. Regardless, it’s really important to find your own purpose. That and never lose your sense of humor — politics can be tough.

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Montana, Hunter — are those names for the kids your nod to the National Rifle Association?

Hardly. We got married in Montana, which embodies the spirit we love and what we wanted to see in our child.

Hunter, well, it’s always been one of my favorite names. I did have to do a little begging, however.

What is your ideal day? A Sunday.

I get up with the kids and Gavin goes for a workout and brings me back a latte. We have a picnic lunch somewhere outside, where we play sports with the kids and, when they’re napping, I take a walk with a girlfriend. Then, after a healthy meal, we watch one of our favorite TV series — these days it’s Scandal; before that it was Homeland.

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Advice to future wives of politicians? Find your passion and purpose in life. My husband is a feminist of sorts and has done so much for

If you had seen your movie Miss Representation — which takes a hard look at how women are portrayed in media — in 2001, would you have pursued acting? I probably would have considered a career in writing over acting and I probably would have gone and worked for someone like my friend Jeff Skoll at Participant Productions.

Favorite drink and where do you like to drink it? A dirty, dirty, dirty martini, but it has to be low on alcohol and mainly olive juice. I like them at Cavallo Point.

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Fairfax

It’s all true, all that stuff you’ve heard about Fairfax.

It really is a throwback to the “old Marin.” The atmosphere really is still tinged with the spirit of the ’60s. And yes, there really is wanderings plenty of parking, all of it free.

Such a special place naturally has special places to shop. Here are some of our favorites. TIM PORTER

Culture Shock

• The Herban Garden

Ethically sourced clothing for men, women and children as well as housewares and gifts. A place for mindful shopping.

Don’t miss the quilts and pillows made from saris.

15 Bolinas Road, the herbangarden.net

The Potting Shed Part hobbit hutch, part pioneer’s cabin — within are a sumptuous selection of succulents (and a large assortment of artisan containers to hold them), decorous items for the garden and the gardener (beautiful jewelry) and a collection of Fairfax-ernalia (barbed wire signs). 55A Bolinas Road, potting-shed.com

Fat Kat Surf Shop

intricate stone carvings, and do it all to the rhythm of the blues that owner Brian Fischer infuses into the shopping experience. 65 Broadway, 415.460.1780

Fairfax Variety

• Revolution 9 Zoltron lives! T-shirts and posters from local artists (including Woodacre’s Zoltron Studio). Everything for kids, from videos to toys to art classes. A paintedwall gallery. Rightfully bills itself as the town’s “fun supply.” 14 Bolinas Road, r9fairfax-com. doodlekit.com

Lost Mountain Gifts & Blues

Marin’s last five-anddime, where penny candy can still be had, where kids can be outfitted for any festive occasion, and where adults will find plenty of stuff they need and even more they just plain want. 61 Broadway, 415.457.2580

Culture Shock Owner Lorie Kulberg loves to travel, and for

23 years she’s stocked her store with clothing, jewelry and other items she’s gathered from all over the world.

You can spend a little or a lot, but be prepared to spend a lot of time looking. 7 Bolinas Road, 415.456.8138

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Natural Foods

Serving organic food and cultural crunchiness since 1969. Good Earth’s big, new store has more of everything, including a super-size food-to-go counter. Stock up on your way to West Marin.

720 Center Blvd, good earthnaturalfoods.net

Owner Lela Shields’ touch is everywhere — restored furniture, an assemblage of whimsical works by local artists and craftspeople, the shop’s bold blue exterior and her own ethereal paintings and design services.

She is as much curator as retailer. 51 Bolinas Road, trouvestudio.com

The Potting Shed (this image); Fairfax Variety (right)

Browse the women’s cowboy boots, slip into the comfy yumminess of a genuine Minnetonka moccasin, marvel at the tim porter

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The real deal, a homegrown surf and skate store open since 1993.

Wet suits, boards, skateboards (complete or custom), plenty of accessories, including “The County” T-shirts, and a retail philosophy that emphasizes character and community. 1908 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.453.9167

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Norbert Bajurin

A modest Marinite invites the world to San Francisco Bay.

By Stephanie Martin • Photos by Tim Porter

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sailing race, the America’s Cup, will descend on the Bay Area, after more than three years of planning by more than a hundred people. Similar to the Olympics in size and scale, the 34th America’s Cup will see teams from countries such as France, Sweden, Italy and New Zealand compete through the summer of 2013 for the right to take on the current title holder, Oracle Team USA. All for the glory of winning the America’s Cup trophy, the oldest trophy in international sport.

It wouldn’t be happening here without the persistence and forethought of Larkspur resident Norbert Bajurin, who began his campaign more than 10 years ago. If not for him, holding this international race for the world’s best sailors on the notoriously wild and windy San Francisco Bay would be just a dream. In 2001, as commodore of then-near-destitute Golden Gate Yacht Club, Bajurin was trying to devise a plan for its financial survival when the opportunity of a lifetime sailed in.

Billionaire Larry Ellison needed a yacht club partner for his America’s Cup bid, and he wanted a Bay Area one. After a flurry of emails and phone calls between Bajurin and Ellison’s team, a long-term partnership emerged that brings the Cup back to the United States after a 15-year absence and keeps the yacht club from having to close its doors.

We caught up with Bajurin as participating teams were prepping for the San Francisco stop of the America’s Cup World Series (August 21–26), a circuit of regattas serving as a warm-up for the 2013 event. m a r i n a u g u s t 2 0 1 2 33

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How did you get involved in the America’s Cup? I was asked to become the yacht club’s commodore in 2001 when the club was having severe financial difficulties. I ran my own business and they were looking for someone with a strong financial background to fix the situation. Members were flooding out the door as our debt continued to rise, and for a while, we thought we would have to shut the place down. I developed a financial game plan for

Any team interested in challenging for the Cup must be associated with a yacht club. the club, but we needed to move quicker. Then I read an article about Larry Ellison and his quest for the Cup and his own struggles in finding a partner yacht club. After I finally got through to his sailing team, we came together and struck up a real win-win partnership.

What is Golden Gate Yacht Club’s role in the 34th America’s Cup? The America’s Cup is governed by a set of rules called the Deed of

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Gift, which says any team interested in challenging for the Cup must be associated with a yacht club. It’s been that way for more than 160 years. So as partners with the Oracle race team, the winners of the 33rd America’s Cup in 2010, we became the trustees of the Cup. We don’t own it, but rather help ensure that the next Cup race is fair and impartial for all competitors.

And our club will seek to defend our title again through the Oracle Team USA sailing team.

So do you keep the Cup in the club? We’d need security 24/7 if we did! It is priceless, so its security is taken very seriously. We have the trophy secured in an undisclosed location when it’s not on display. Although we would be honored to keep the trophy at the club, we also understand that it would not be feasible to do. But she makes plenty of guest appearances at the club.

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have some of the top sailors in the world at our club, like John Kostecki, who also grew up in Marin. We also host the only high school sailing team in San Francisco, which we started in 2003, at no cost to the kids.

What will the Cup mean to Marin County?

There will be so many people coming to watch the Cup, especially this one with these incredibly fast new America’s Cup boats. People don’t understand how enormous it will be.

I’ve seen it in person myself so I know what the crowds look like. That means tremendous opportunity for the Bay Area and Marin County in particular, with people looking for day trip ideas in between the racing. There will be a great overflow into Marin County.

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How can others get involved in the America’s Cup? We have a very active sailing community in the Bay Area. There are six yacht clubs right on the bay and many more throughout the region. Knowing that every sailor would want to be part of the America’s Cup in some way, I created the Bay Area Yacht Alliance with my vice commodore Tom Ehman. Our goal as the host club of the America’s Cup is to bring together the Bay Area, because I truly believe that the America’s Cup belongs to every sailor.

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Bajurin with Marc Corsi.

What type of volunteer activities do you see? For sailors who want to be on the water, there are opportunities such as serving as course marshals. Plus there will be a ton of opportunity for non-sailors too, from Green Teams to greeters. We believe the event will need more than 3,500 volunteers throughout the summer of 2013.

Where are the best places to watch the Cup? There are a few opportunities. This summer, the Cup sailors will be competing in the America’s Cup World Series, which serves as a warm-up for the big event in 2013.

The World Series stops in San Francisco in August and October this year, with the main event village on Marina Green. Then in 2013, the event village moves to Piers 27/29, with the team bases down at Piers 30/32. The racecourse will be between the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz, so there are a number of great spots for watching both on the water and onshore. But I’d also recommend your favorite watering hole, because the commentary and the graphics are world-class, and the racing coverage will be aired on NBC. What are some of your favorite watering holes? When I’m near home, my favorites are Marin Brewing Company, Piazza D’Angelo in Mill Valley and Marin Joe’s. And of course, the Golden Gate Yacht Club serves up my namesake cocktail, the Norbini Martini (Bombay Sapphire in a blue martini glass — potent!), along with some of the city’s best views. m

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2012 OF GOLD AND DIAMONDS The party’s done. The hoopla’s over. The fireworks are put away for another 25 years. Its diamond anniversary over, the Golden Gate Bridge is back at work, connecting North Bay commuters to the city, offering San Franciscans a weekend escape and thrilling the tourists who stroll its trembling deck with vertiginous views both up and down. Today, three-quarters of a century later, as the bridge continues to fulfill its quotidian duties of transport, it has also matured to play other roles — inspirational muse, artistic subject and, perhaps most important of all, a gleaming testament to what is possible when we dream big dreams and make them come true.

Now, read on, as we honor 100 more of our favorite places, things, views and activities throughout the beautiful county we call Marin plus some readers’ picks. There is a lot to love in this land beyond the Golden Gate. To see an interactive Google map of all 101 picks go to marinmagazine.com/map2012.

PHOTOS BY TIM PORTER

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EVO Spa’s Hammam Ritual Known as a method for evolving the mind, body and soul, this ancient fivestep ritual will detox, recharge, relax and rejuvenate in less than two hours — right in Mill Valley. For the ultimate soulful splurge, add the hydro heaven bed, where 30 minutes is equal to five hours of REM. evo-spa.com

Men Who Make the Cut While the ladies and gents of Marin County could succeed on their inner beauty alone, a good haircut makes anyone feel like a million bucks.

We tip our hat to three kings of aesthetic artistry but, now that we’ve revealed them, good luck getting in.

StellaR Spa’s Seawater Negative Ion Inhalation Therapy Room It makes sense that this beloved Cape Cod–style spa would offer a seawater room complete with navy-blue walls that emit “vitamins in the air.” Inspired by the benefits of negative ions, Patrick Vandeweg found a way to offer this natural mood booster to his Corte Madera clients. stellarspa.com

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Cavallo Point’s Cranio-Sacral Massage Seeking some intense energy redirection? Look no further than the trained touch of Shaw Cote, who’s been doing hands-on healing for more than two decades.

Oh, and the Fort Baker–based spa itself is not too bad either. cavallopoint.com SkinSpirit It’s here. The latest FDA-approved, celebrity-coveted nonsurgical face-lift is now available at SkinSpirit in Strawberry Village. The Ulthera ultrasound procedure uses sound waves that lift and tighten without cutting into the skin. skinspirit.com

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Andres Sherlock of Andres Salon Andres has had a loyal following for years; some say it’s as much for his chairside manner as for his talent. Either way, he is booked weeks out. andreshairsalon.com

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Christopher Downs of Christopher’s Salon It didn’t take long for this New York City stylist to fill his appointment book with loyal customers at his chic Tiburon shop. Need a transformation and friendly service? Call Christopher. christopher-salon.com

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Rick Cooper of Cooper Alley In his überhip salon — a mainstay of Marin Country Mart in Larkspur — stylist Cooper has been in high demand for over a decade, and for good reason. cooperalleysalon.com

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A Barbershop that Rocks Musician and Larkspur barber Bill Slocum attracts heads of hair for shearing and styling from all over the bay. Those with long, short, even almostnot-there hair have all found their way to a chair at linoleum-floored Bill’s Barber Shop on Magnolia Avenue. A graduate of Marin Beauty College in San Rafael, Slocum started his business 10 years ago and since then has raised his prices by only $2. An adult cut is $27, a kids’ is $17. While he can do any style, word has it he’s really good with pompadours.

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Yoga Yogis

Yoga is unique for everyone.

What it is for you depends on your body, your attitude and, to a great extent, your teacher. Here are three who can get you moving in all the right directions.

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Susan Hauser Break out the chaturangas, turn up the heat and be ready to sweat.

Power yoga, replete with challenging vinyasas and lots of athletic moves. susanhauseryoga.com

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Karen Kukula Find that form, hold that asana and, above all, breathe. Iyengar yoga is better with a teacher who has been doing it for 20 years. She also leads workshops in restorative poses, for when you just can’t salute the sun again. karenkukula.com

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Nick and Amanda Giacomini When Nick isn’t rapping about Ganesh, he and wife Amanda teach gentle flow classes in a former hay barn in Point Reyes Station. yogatoesstudio.com

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CREATIVE COCKTAILS This signature cocktail is so good, the makers can’t go around advertising it to everybody and his mother or there wouldn’t be any left. But now you are in the know — sidle up to the bar and order the minty, muddled Marin Mojito from San Anselmo’s Marinitas.

This drink is sure to refresh and delight and is one of our favorites. Now that you know, we’ll expect you to keep the secret as well — and we’ll see you at the bar. Wink. marinitas.net

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14 You’ve Earned It Besides being the ultimate reunion spot — if you’ve gone to school in Marin, you’re bound to run into a familiar face at this pub-style Marin institution — Brendan Moylan’s landmark Larkspur watering hole gets our nod for best place to meet up for an after-work beer. With so many bars and restaurants coming and going, what’s the secret to Marin Brewing Company’s longevity? Is it the hundreds of awards earned by those house-made ales, the fact that you can grab a bite to eat until midnight or the nearly two dozen outdoor tables on the patio?

We’re thinking it’s a combination of all three. Cheers! marinbrewing.com

Vino With a View Here in Marin we love our wine and we love our views. With so many great places to enjoy both, it was hard to narrow the list, but we managed to get it down to these three standouts.

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FARLEY BAR Settle into one of the dozen-or-so bay-facing cushioned chairs and choose from more than 2,000 domestic and international wines, including many local, biodynamic labels. Get there early and claim your seat because this Fort Baker spot is hot. cavallopoint.com/farley-bar

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WELLINGTON’S WINE BAR Owner Jeremy John, son of a London pub owner, has created a friendly English neighborhood–style watering hole right in Sausalito. The establishment features an extensive wine selection where mates can “pop in for a swifty.” wellingtonswine.com

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HILLTOP 1892 If it’s good enough to get the nod from this year’s Michelin Guide, we’re thinking most Marinites will also enjoy this historicalhome-cum-restaurant, with a lengthy wine list and sweeping views of Novato. hilltop1892.com

READERS’ CHOICE COFFEE SHOP: MARIN COFFEE ROASTERS, VARIOUS LOCATIONS SIGNATURE COCKTAIL: SAYLOR’S RESTAURANT AND BAR’S TOP-SHELF MARGARITA, SAUSALITO, SAYLORSRESTAURANTANDBAR.COM

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Entertainment At the Lectern

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Behind the Curtain It isn’t just that Marin Theatre Company produces top-quality professional shows or that its 231-seat venue has been a leading North Bay theater for 45 years — what really sets this Mill Valley organization apart is its ongoing support of local artists young and old. That enthusiastic backing comes in the form of development and staging of new plays by American playwrights, a new-works premiere each season, playwriting awards, readings and workshops and, of course, educational programs serving more than 6,000 students each year. For all that, we give Marin Theatre Company a standing ovation. marintheatre.org

With such a pool of talented people in Marin and beyond, it’s nice to hear what they have to say. The best way to do that is to sit down and listen; here are three ways to do just that.

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Speak to Me This series features events in San Francisco and Marin designed just for women. Speakers have included U.S. Rep. Jackie Speier and news broadcaster Jan Yanehiro. speaktomeevents.com Marin Speaker Series This speaker series got its start in San Mateo in the 1990s

and became so popular it expanded to San Francisco and Marin. It is now one of the largest lecture programs in the United States, with an all-star roster ranging from Bob Newhart to Newt Gingrich. speakerseries.net

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Book Passage events Given that Book Passage hosts more than 800 literary events per year, its claim to have one of the largest author event calendars in the world seems plausible. What is certain is that whatever your interest, you’ll find a happening that speaks to you. bookpassage.com

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A Rocking Revolution Over the last year Marin has seen nothing less than a total rebirth of a once-proud music scene.

The good news for the local live music lover is that now it might be as good as it ever was.

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Sweetwater Music Hall It’s back. The legendary club (pictured) has returned to downtown Mill Valley in the totally renovated 107-yearold Masonic Hall. The venue, whose investors include former Grateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir, now sports a cafe, state-of-the-art sound and an impressive list of sold-out shows. sweetwatermusichall.com

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Terrapin Crossroads What are the odds of two Grateful Dead alumni getting nods for opening new music venues in the same year? In Marin, they are pretty good. After being rebuffed by the town of Fairfax last year, Phil Lesh turned around and opened this popular jam house, music venue and restaurant in San Rafael. terrapincrossroads.net

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George’s Nightclub The rebirth of Marin’s music scene really began when Todd Ghanizadeh took a chance and reopened the long-shuttered New George’s in late 2010. Since then local and touring rock acts, comedy and Latin and jazz nights have made the venue a mainstay. georges nightclub.com

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Fenix The new club in San Rafael is set to open this fall featuring musicians from near and far, an upgraded interior and new restaurant and bar menus.

Oh, and Merl Saunders Jr. is choosing the musical acts. fenixlive.com

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Give ’em the Boot Sure, Goodman’s Hardware in Mill Valley sells adorable rain boots for under $20, but when you’re looking for those head-turning, make-your-friends-wish-they-were-you boots, pop into one of these three independently owned shops.

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Item Shoes Owner Joy Goldberg has created an inviting, light-filled Larkspur boutique that fills to capacity at least once a year during the biannual sale (next one’s August 29).

Expect finds by great designers from Ash to Vera Wang. item-shoes.com

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Mili Paris-born Mili and husband Paul have recently expanded their fashion empire to three stores in Mill Valley and one in Novato. shopmili.com

Citrus Bag- and boot-loving ladies in Tiburon and beyond love Citrus (pictured); owner Kelly Ericson keeps them coming back with an ever-changing supply. Her boot designers of choice are Old Gringo year-round and Sam Edelman and Vince Camuto in the winter. shopcitrus.com

Bling, Rings and Things You’ve done

the hard part by finding the right mate; when it’s time for that sparkly symbol of eternal betrothal, these three favorite jewelers help Marin’s almost-married say “I do.”

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Julianna’s Fine Jewelry This familyrun fine jewelry shop has been in business nearly three decades in a prime location in the Village at Corte Madera, guiding the hands of generations of grooms-to-be. juliannasfine jewelry.com

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Alix and Company Log on to the website and start dreaming: the unique pieces there are just a few of the lifetime-worthy creations by partners Janet Alix and Brian Booth. Let them craft that perfect contemporary, vintage or classic ring she’ll treasure forever. alixandcompany.com

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Johann Paul For more than 30 years, Johann deBlaauw and Paul Comerford and wives Sarah and Robyn have helped Bay Area couples design the ultimate engagement ring right in Greenbrae.

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Style Going to a Garden Party?

Remember Mick Jagger crooning “saw her today at a reception, a glass of wine in her hand”? He doesn’t mention her dress, but if he did, she would have gotten it at one of Marin’s fine fashionista frock shops.

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Koze Somehow owner Darla Fisher finds clothes that are not only elegant and sexy, but comfortable as your coziest PJs. For her complete collection of designers, check out the new website or visit her Tiburon store. getkoze.com Green Apples Green Apples in Sausalito has been a special-occasion destination for Bay Area women for more than a decade. Shelly Mosby and her team are prepared to find you that perfect dress, hat, shoes — whatever’s on your list. shopgreenapples.com

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Kismet From dreamy dresses to sassy skirts, owner Erica Miller’s curated collection makes for a satisfying San Anselmo shopping experience, with brands like Theory, Lilly Pulitzer and more. shopkismet.net Carolina Busy mother-of-two Carolina Loiacono has created a Mill Valley store (pictured left) to celebrate all things beautiful. Looking for a Velvet tee to top off your flowy skirt? This is your spot. carolinaboutique.com

Big Night Out

Whether it’s a philanthropic event, a big wedding, the Oscars or the Grammys, here in Marin we’re blessed with a bounty of fabulous boutiques to help us shine. Have a party coming up? Try these high-style havens on for size.

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Lea Couture You have to plan ahead, but it’s worth it when you put on your handmade gown by San Anslemo designer Lea Ditson. leacouture.com Gene Hiller Once you get the invite, head to Sausalito to see Tom or Wayne (or any of their crew) and let them do the rest. genehiller.com Famous 4 If a one-of-a-kind gown made from Cirque du Soleil costumes sounds like you, go to Mill Valley’s Famous 4, where Larry “the hat” Lautzker has been dressing Marin’s glitterati for decades. 415.388.2550

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Local Attraction A Great Stay

The next time you stand atop one of the blustery promontories of the Marin Headlands, savoring the saltiness of the sea air and marveling at the distant peaks of San Bruno Mountain, Mount Diablo or even our own Mount Tamalpais, put down your camera, set aside your wonder and take a moment to give thanks to the local folks who back in the 1960s sued to block a Pennsylvania developer and a big oil company from building a suburb for 30,000 people atop these magnificent bluffs.

The lawsuit, filed by lawyers Douglas Ferguson, Bob Praetzel and Marty Rosen, triggered a series of other

setbacks for the 2,000-acre project that eventually allowed the Nature Conservancy to buy the land in 1972 for $6.5 million and give it to the newly formed Golden Gate National Recreational Area, which manages it today.

The phrase “million-dollar view” doesn’t mean much in Marin, where a even post-recession rancher in a decent neighborhood can fetch that much. But a $6.5 million view? Yeah, that’s still something.

So when you see that view from the Headlands, remember why it’s still there. nps.gov/goga/ marin-headlands.htm

When friends from out of town ask us where to stay when visiting San Francisco, our answer is simple: Marin! These hotels, with their water views, are the reason why.

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Acqua Right on Richardson Bay in Mill Valley, walking distance from Bothin Marsh; the city and Napa/Sonoma are a quick drive away. marinhotels.com/acqua-hotel/home

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The Inn Above Tide The name says it all. Directly over the water in Sausalito, it has 29 rooms with views ranging from sunrise over the Bay Bridge to sunset past the Golden Gate. innabovetide.com

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Water’s Edge Only 23 rooms, all of them just steps from the Tiburon ferry, the deck at Sam’s or a stroll around Belvedere Island. marinhotels.com/ waters-edge-hotel/home

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Cavallo Point Destination hotel at Fort Baker in Sausalito. Historic rooms in refurbished military quarters, contemporary suites with Golden Gate views, spa, restaurant, cooking school and, of course, Farley Bar. cavallopoint.com

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Casa Madrona A Bridgeway landmark in Sausalito since 1885. For a sense of history, stay in a renovated cottage high on the hill. After a day of heavy touristing, unwind in the recently added spa. casamadrona.com

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A Million-Dollar View

Going Public Marin is known for its generous amount of open space, but some of its best public spaces, where locals gather on their daily rounds, are in the middle of town.

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Depot Plaza A genuine town square (pictured) paved in red brick, rimmed by shops, eateries and redwoods, and populated by an eclectic mix of weekday regulars, weekending Mill Valley families and envious tourists.

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Shoreline Park A stretch of inviting grass bordering the Tiburon waterfront from Paradise Drive to downtown. Bay views galore, from Angel Island to the Golden Gate. Located at the foot of Tiburon ferry. Looking to make it a picnic? Shark’s Deli is two blocks away. ci.tiburon.ca.us

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Toby’s Feed Barn The geographic and cultural center of Point Reyes Station. Locals caffeinate at

the Coffee Bar, savor the sun in Adirondack chairs and ignore the tourists shopping for T-shirts and gawking at the hay bales that still fill the barn. tobysfeedbarn.com

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Positives Attract Marin attracts 13 million tourists a year, and while locals tend to stay out of their way, some of the tourists’ favorite places are ours as well.

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big trees are still there even when the outof-towners aren’t (pictured). Go early, watch the rising sun creep into the redwoods, or put on the Gore-Tex and soak in the dripping eeriness on a wet winter day. nps.gov/muwo

have to tell you to walk, bike or drive to the top of Marin’s magical mountain as often as you can? Do we? Really? OK, we’ve done it. Now go. parks. ca.gov

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Sausalito’s main drag is crammed with bike-renting auslanders, but venture forth amid the horde and find great food at Poggio and Copita, engaging art at the Hanson Gallery and an eight-figure view across the bay, yours for the walking. ci.sausalito.ca.us

READERS’ Choice hotel: casa madrona Hotel & Spa, sausalito, casamadrona.com

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Peace, loaves and happiness No one can deny there’s lots of dough in Marin — as in fresh baked. Our relatively small population supports an impressively large number of bakeries and restaurants making their own breads.

Here are a few we most crave — probably way too often (pictured from top to bottom).

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Onion Dill GlutenFree Flatbread Sans

(San Rafael), sans glutenfreegrocery.com

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Fig, Fennel, Pecan Bread Sweet Life

Bakery and Cafe (San Anselmo), sweetlifebakeryand cafe.com

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Panmarino Il Fornaio (Corte Madera), ilfornaio.com

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Panettone Emporio Rulli (Larkspur), rulli.com Sourdough Polenta Rustic

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Food Superior Sandwiches So much can happen between the bread. Our favorite Marin combinations:

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The Saigon Salmon Sandwich, Fish Grilled marinated wild salmon (pictured) with a blend of fresh carrot, jalapeño, cilantro and house-made Vietnamese ginger-scallion sauce, served on a fresh roll with choice of chili-lime coleslaw, green salad or shoestring fries.

Located in Sausalito. 331fish.com

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Pork Banh Mi, Boo Koo Vietamese-style sandwich with marinated carrot and daikon radish, cilantro, jalapeño, chili aioli and hoisin pork on a crunchy French baguette.

Eat it in the Mill Valley restaurant or take it home. eatbookoo.com

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Panini, Cibo Any of the fresh daily paninis — avocado and skirt steak, tuna melt, vegetables — served with a side salad hits the spot. Located in Sausalito. cibosausalito.com Tuna Sandwich, Rustic Bakery They bake their own bread for this sandwich, and the tuna-lettuce combo is a standout. Located in Larkspur and Novato. rusticbakery.com

Eats and Drinks Whether it’s to watch the game or nosh without committing to a full meal, many Marinites like dining elbow-to-elbow, toes not quite touching the ground. Here are our favorite spots to belly up to the bar.

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Left Bank Mike the bar-

tender is said to make a great martini; savor it with a salade niçoise big enough to be called dinner and you’ve got a weekly reason to visit this Larkspur joint. leftbank.com

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Piatti Ristorante and Bar From noon on, this

light-filled Mill Valley hangout is buzzing with pretty people enjoying the view, infused cocktails or beer-on-tap, and a meal or happy hour snack. When there’s a ball game every seat at the U-shaped bar and community table will be taken. piatti.com/millvalley

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Tiburon Tavern With new outdoor seating options, a new chef and a new name, the Tiburon Tavern (formerly Tiburon Grill) is more fun to graze in than ever. Happy hour is now 4 to 6 p.m., so get there early. tiburon tavern.com

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We live in Marin because there’s a good chance we can dine outside in the summer without a sweater. While that’s mostly doable north of Larkspur, all of us luck out once in a while, especially in Indian summer. Here are some favorite places to dine alfresco.

New Pie in Town Lucky us to live in a county where pizza standards are high and solarpowered, gluten-free and vegan versions are not uncommon. Not only can we find a variety of pies, but most of the ingredients come from a chef’s garden. Hats off to these three relatively new spots.

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Bar Bocce While we were sad to see red-shingled Northpoint Coffee Company close a couple of years ago, Sausalito’s Bar Bocce (pictured) is more than we could have asked for as a replacement.

It doesn’t get much better than a waterfront restaurant with a bocce ball court, wine on tap and a kitchen run by chef Robert Price. barbocce.com

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Le Garage Steamed mussels, croque-monsieur, pommes frites and the sound of lanyards slapping aluminum masts … Côte d’Azur? No, Le Garage at Schoonmaker Marina in Sausalito. legaragebistrosausalito.com

Sand Dollar Restaurant One of the best places to be on a warm summer afternoon is the expansive deck of the Sand Dollar in Stinson Beach as pedestrians and cars creep past along Highway 1. If you’re lucky you’ll catch some live music to go with your clams or crab cakes. stinson beachrestaurant.com

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Tamalpie Pizzeria We couldn’t wait for this new restaurant to open in Mill Valley.

Rustic decor, outside seating and the pizza is most excellent too. tamalpiepizza.com

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Boca Pizzeria Sister res-

taurant to Boca in Novato, this Corte Madera eatery featuring Neapolitan-style pies made with local ingredients has created a buzz. If you have to wait, the full cocktail bar will ease the pain. bocapizzeria.com

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Pizza Orgasmica This San

Rafael outpost of the San Francisco–based pie-maker didn’t need a bright yellow exterior to get our attention; the pizza speaks for itself. See if you think it lives up to its name. pizzaorgasmica.com

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It’s a Toss-Up Is

there a better locale on the planet for salads? We doubt it. Not only are most of the ingredients grown within a shot-put throw, but the ingredients are cuttingedge creative. These four fresh renditions keep us coming back for more.

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Seasonal Chopped, Pizza Antica As the seasons change, so does the recipe: From beets to persimmons to bacon-lettuce-tomato, the offerings in the chopped salad at this popular Strawberry spot (pictured) will not disappoint. pizzaantica.com

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The Wedge, Buckeye Roadhouse How good can chilled iceberg topped with fresh bacon, blue cheese dressing and chives be?

Served up in a favorite booth at the Buckeye in Mill Valley, really good. buckeyeroadhouse.com

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Mixed Greens with Warm Chicken, Bacon and Avocado, Sweetwater Cafe While the name says it all, Gordon Drysdale’s magic touch makes for a plate of heaven right in Mill Valley. sweetwatermusichall.com

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Calamari Salad, Thep Lela A Paleo dieter’s dream, this high-protein dish of lightly sautéed (not fried) calamari and crisp lettuce can become addictive. Located in Mill Valley. theplela.com

Readers’ choice salad: Insalata’s Fattoush salad, san Anselmo, insalatas.com marin pizzeria: pizza antica, mill valley, pizzaantica.com

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A Place to Play Grassy or paved, Marin’s designated play spaces are ideal for picnics, socializing and hanging upside down or out.

They’re where friendships are made and relationships renewed (or ended). So much happens at the park, even while we’re just sitting on a bench. We’re grateful for these three green oases within our county borders.

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Hal Brown Park at Creekside This Greenbrae park (pictured) is named for the recently departed and beloved supervisor. Formerly Creekside Park, the entire area has been upgraded to include a naturethemed tot area with a climbing wall, turbo slide, oversize sculptures of California clapper rail nests, a tricycle track complete with traffic signs, and a 17-foot spiderweb climbing net. Parents will also appreciate the new restrooms and water fountains and views of Mount Tamalpais.

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Stafford Lake Calling all disc golfers — or anyone wanting to see one of the finest disc golf courses in the world. The 139-acre Stafford Lake Park in Novato is actually popular for all sorts of lakeside recreation, including fishing (catfish and bass), volleyball, nature walks and picnics. Community-minded boosters are also raising funds for a 17-acre Stafford Lake bike park.

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Old Mill Park Many families have found respite here on a hot sunny day or protection from the elements in the surrounding redwood grove. Named for the historic site that gave Mill Valley its name, this is a favorite stop for folks with children and those just seeking a spot to sit and contemplate life.

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Family Friendly Kids Welcome

These restaurants not only offer healthy kid-approved entrées, they’re easy spots for parents to relax and enjoy a night out en famille.

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Pacific Catch From sushi to fish tacos to the big-enough-to-share wasabi bowls, the menu at this Corte Madera establishment makes everyone happy. Moms, don’t miss the mojitos. pacificcatch.com Ambrosia Pizza With one of the largest wine-by-the-glass menus around and now serving gluten-free pizza, this is “the” post–sporting event spot. Located in Larkspur. ambrosiapizza.com

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Entrepreneurial Innovation Leave it to popular hairstylist Christopher Downs and über-merchandiser Paul DeMartini (Williams-Sonoma, West Elm) to come up with the Rosetta stone for Marin teens’ grooming needs.

Benni’s is a full-service one-stop shop for kids too old for the Panda Room but not ready for diPietro Todd. In the space of the former Mill Valley General Store on Throckmorton, the crew at Benni’s offers not only haircuts but mani-pedis and temporary or permanent hair color. “The whole vibe of the place celebrates humble materials, and a lot of the merchandise gives back,” DeMartini says. “You can fill bottles with our own shampoo and conditioner and bring back the containers for a discount.” bennisbrand.com

Dipsea Cafe For one of the cutest snapshots of parenthood, get to Mill Valley’s Dipsea Cafe (pictured) a few minutes before it opens.

You’ll see mostly dads with wide-awake toddlers and infants in car seats, waiting in line for that first glorious cup of coffee. dipseacafe.com

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Toast While both locations are popular with families, the spacious Novato location gets the nod for delicious food, great service and a courtyard outside where kids can run around while Mom and Dad savor a glass of wine together. Also located in Mill Valley. toastnovato.com

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Wipeout For the TVs showing surf footage on every wall, beach-inspired menu and friendly “don’t worry about that spilled margarita, ma’am” staff, we raise our flip-flops to Wipeout. It’s an inviting Greenbrae family meal spot, especially Tuesday nights when kids eat free. wipeoutbarandgrill.com

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Making Photography a Snap

So you dropped the big bucks on one of those thick-as-a-brick Nikons or Canons just like the pros use. But now, after a couple of months of toting the thing around to family events and up into the hills on hikes (heavy, isn’t it?), you’re wondering why your photos still look like they came out of a Brownie.

Sorry, my friends, it’s not the camera. It’s what tech support guys like to call “operator error.” Those DSLRs are smarter than the average shutterbug; to level the shooting field you need some education. Mill Valley’s Image Flow is the place to get it.

Owners Stuart Schwartz and Matt Shriock teach the basics (aperture, shutter speed and why you should never use that mysterious “P” setting) and much more, including Photoshop, lighting and documentary photography. Walk in with a smart camera; walk out with some photographic smarts. theimageflow.com Clockwise from top left: Katie Tasch, Matt Shriock, Laura Nogueiro and Stuart Schwartz.

Hanging Around It only makes sense that a place as beautiful as Marin would have so many artists — here are five of the best places to see their work.

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Seager Gray Gallery After six years in San Rafael, Donna Seager has teamed up with Suzanne Gray McSweeney, her former assistant director, to bring an all-new gallery to Mill Valley (pictured) featuring local artists and the everpopular “art of the book” show. seagergray.com

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Gallery Bergelli Located in a historic building in downtown Larkspur, Bergelli is a light, airy space full of contemporary paintings by artists from across the nation and around the world. bergelli.com Smith Anderson North Since 2004 this San Anselmo institution has offered artists framing and printing services as well as a place to show their creations. The gallery’s emphasis is on contemporary fine art photography and photo-based art. smithandersennorth.com

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Gallery Route One Founded by 23 local artists in 1983, Gallery Route One is a must-visit when you’re traveling the Shoreline Highway through Point Reyes Station. The nonprofit artist-run space provides a forum for artists to focus on the concerns of a rural community. galleryrouteone.org

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Robert Green Fine Arts The oldest gallery on our list was established in 1969 in Mill Valley and still serves the art-loving public with a focus on abstract and expressive works. rgfinearts.com

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Coming About Is it a shark fin, a wave, maybe a sail? Actually, the kinetic Coming About sculpture in the heart of Tiburon’s Main Street district is all that and more — it’s anything viewers want it to be. One thing’s for sure: the sculpture and fountain, made by husband-and-wife artistic team Jeffrey Reed and Jennifer Madden in 2006, provide Tiburon with an unforgettable installation and Marin County with a signature work of public art. Indeed, the five stainless-steel sails that rotate slowly over the infinity-edge pool bring an internal focal point to Tiburon’s downtown — a reason to look within rather than out — making this a place famous for more than its views.

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Exciting Board Sports Marin is a peninsula. For those of you who are geographically challenged, that means there is water on three sides.

So get wet and have some fun on the water.

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101 Surf Sports This place has boards, boards, boards, including standup paddleboards and surf, windsurfing and kite boards. Buy ’em, rent ’em, repair ’em or race ’em right along the San Rafael Canal just outside the shop’s back door. 101surfsports.com

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Proof Lab Mill Valley’s monument to Lords of Dogtown. Less a store than a way of life, this shop has all you need for skateboarding, surfing, and surf art and music, as well as clothes to make you look like you’re living the life even if you’re not. Don’t miss the indoor halfpipe. prooflab.com

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Tee-rific Renovation One local golfer struck the first tee shot at San Rafael’s Peacock Gap, the rolling set of links at the far end of Point San Pedro Road, in 1960. A half-century later, despite attempts at renovation, the track was scruffier than John Daly after a few days of not shaving. The fairways were ragged, the greens lunar-surface-like and the clubhouse more resembling a blockhouse than an inviting venue for 19th-hole refreshment.

All that’s gone. New management finished a full course renovation, from the tips to the flags, last year, resizing the greens and reconfiguring the holes and drainage. The Range Cafe opened and started serving delicious burgers, salads and sandwiches in an inviting, airy building that opens onto the club’s all-grass driving range.

There’s also a compact, wellstocked pro shop, an expansive putting green and a sand-trap practice area. Now you’ve got no excuse for not improving your game — or eating well after a round. peacockgapgolfclub.com

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SUP Yoga at Sea Trek Downward-facing dog meets upward-looking seal on Richardson Bay. Led by yogi, triathlete and all-around activity guru Leigh Claxton, these standup paddleboarding classes range from early-morning to monthly full moon excursions. onboard fitness.org

Readers’ choice Dance Studio: Stage Dor, Sausalito, stagedor.com Bike Store: Mike’s Bikes, San Rafael/Sausalito, mikesbikes.com

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Recreation Pedal to the Metal Mountain biking was born on Mount Tamalpais, but road riders also love Marin for its open space, relative lack of traffic and numerous places to refuel.

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Ridgecrest Boulevard An 18-mile track along the undulating western edge of Mount Tamalpais — the iconic site of numerous car ads — across the flats of Bolinas Lagoon and back over Bolinas Ridge. bayarearides.com/rides/ridgecrest Conzelman Road What goes up must come down, and that’s what makes Conzelman (pictured) worth the 900-plus-foot climb from the Golden Gate Bridge. The high-velocity drop down the western side runs straight at the Pacific and is not for the squeamish. weliketobike.com/2011/08/19/marin-headlands Nicasio Loop A roly-poly 28-mile round-trip. Start in Fairfax (coffee up at

the Java Hut) and head out Sir Francis Drake to Point Reyes/Petaluma Road, around Nicasio Reservoir to Nicasio Valley Road, through town and back to Fairfax. Ice cream at Fairfax Scoop. Done nicasio.net

Bodies in Motion “Dancing almost always turns out to be a good idea,” says Marin writer Anne Lamott, so get up, get moving, and learn some new moves.

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Dance Arts Studio Dancing With the Stars in San Rafael.

Ballroom and Latin dance classes, from waltz to cha-cha, swing to salsa, as well as competitions. danceartsstudios.com

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Gustavo and Jesica Hornos Don’t cry for Argentina; tango instead! These tango champions teach it all, from the beginning el abrazo to the advanced milonga, in downtown San Rafael. tangoclasses.com

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RoCo Dance and Fitness Contemporary-style classes for adults and kids (pictured) in Fairfax and Mill Valley — Afro-Brazilian, jazz, hip-hop and more. rocodance.com

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100 Pacifics Paradise “If people don’t want to come out to the ballpark, how are you going to stop them?” — Yogi Berra If you haven’t gone to see the San Rafael Pacifics play at Albert Park, there’s still a month to go in their inaugural season as Marin’s first professional baseball team. What you’ve missed so far is high-spirited baseball, a family-oriented ballpark, the smell of hot dogs on a warm summer evening, the crack of the bat, the roar of the crowd and diverse renditions of the national anthem by local musicians — all for the cost of a round of double lattes at Starbucks.

Need we say more? If so, then: around the horn, backdoor breaking ball, twobagger, Baseball Annie, suicide squeeze, ducks on the pond and (our favorite) head of lettuce (a broken bat). Go. See some ball. pacificsbaseball.com

Happy Feet You’ll have plenty of time to get ready for the next National Tap Dance Day (May 25) hosted by this Mill Valley institution.

Classes for heels and toes of all ages. Jazz and ballet, too. happyfeetmillvalley.com

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Marin Ballet Classical training for the most classic form of dance. Quarterly classes for preschoolers through teens. Dress codes, performances, old-school instruction since 1963. marinballet.org

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Pediatrics 2012

We asked doctors, “Whom would you send your younger family members to if faced with a medical problem?” More than 13,000 votes were cast, and the results — 67 pediatricians, all in the 415 area code — are listed on the following pages. To search by specialty online, visit marinmagazine. com/415topdoctors.

Methodology: Marin Magazine conducted a survey that has resulted in this [415] Top Doctors list — top physicians practicing in San Francisco and Marin counties who received multiple independent recommendations from their peers.

The survey process started with a list of more than 4,000 licensed doctors across all specialties in both counties. All doctors on this list were both candidates and eligible voters in the peer-to-peer voting poll. Doctors were allowed to cast an unlimited number of votes across all specialties — they could vote for as many doctors as they wanted regardless of medical specialty — but they could only vote for the same doctor once.

Response rate was maximized by the following procedures: (a) a long field period of 12 weeks that was further extended to allow all doctors ample time to log in and vote for their peers; (b) multiple channels of solicitations including individual invitations as well as organizational outreach to maximize contact with all eligible voters; (c) repeated invitations and reminders to doctors who did not respond to initial rounds of solicitations. At the close of the voting period, approximately 600 doctors with the highest vote counts were short-listed for the database. Each one of these doctors attained a statistically significant number of votes from their peers based on established principles of sampling probabilities and power analysis. —LinChiat Chang, Ph.D., Research Consultant

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[415] Top Doctors Pediatrics 2012 Neonatology Sally Sehring UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital 505 Parnassus Ave, Intensive Care Nursery San Francisco • 415.476.1888 Thomas Shimotake UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital 533 Parnassus Ave, Intensive Care Nursery San Francisco • 415.476.1888

Pediatric Biofeedback Ruby Ng California Pacific Medical Center 3700 California St, Ste B555 San Francisco • 415.600.0750

Pediatric Cardiology Scott Soifer UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, Moffitt Hospital San Francisco • 415.353.2008 Paul Stanger UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave San Francisco • 415.353.2008 Nikola Tede Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation 3700 California St, Ste B555 San Francisco • 415.600.0750 David Teitel UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave San Francisco • 415.353.2008

Pediatric Critical Care Jeffery Fineman UCSF Medical Center 505 Parnassus Ave, 6th Floor San Francisco • 415.476.5153 Lorry Frankel Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation 3700 California St San Francisco • 415.600.0749 Sandrijn Van Schaik UCSF Medical Center 505 Parnassus Ave, 6th Floor San Francisco • 415.476.5153

Pediatric Developmental Behavioral Health Barbara Bennett Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation - Kalmanovitz Child Development Center 1625 Van Ness Ave, 3rd Floor San Francisco • 415.600.6200

Suruchi Bhatia Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation 3700 California St, Ste B555 San Francisco • 415.600.0750

Kristina Rosbe UCSF Pediatric Otolaryngology 2330 Post St, 3rd Floor San Francisco • 415.353.9385

Darren Fiore UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, 2nd Floor San Francisco • 415.353.2000

Kathryn Meier Marin Pediatric Associates 1000 S Eliseo Dr, Ste 106 Greenbrae • 415.461.8828

Pediatric Rheumatology

Stephen Gitelman UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, 2nd Floor San Francisco • 415.353.7337

Emily Von Scheven UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, 2nd Floor San Francisco • 415.353.7337

Yasuko Fukuda Fukuda Montgomery & Sullivan 3905 Sacramento St San Francisco • 415.752.8038

Jane Meill Marin Pediatric Associates 1000 S Eliseo Dr, Ste 106 Greenbrae • 415.461.8828

Steve Rosenthal UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, 2nd Floor San Francisco • 415.353.7337

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Gary Gin SF Bay Pediatrics 525 Spruce St San Francisco • 415.668.8900

Carol Miller UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, 2nd Floor San Francisco • 415.353.2000

Albert Goldberg Sutter Health Care 750 Las Gallinas Ave, Ste 210 San Rafael • 415.479.7244

Kara Ornstein Marin Pediatric Associates 1000 S Eliseo Dr, Ste 106 Greenbrae • 415.461.8828

William Gonda Golden Gate Pediatrics 3641 California St San Francisco • 415.668.0888

Mary Piel Golden Gate Pediatrics 3641 California St San Francisco • 415.668.0888

Cindy Greenberg Sutter Health Care 750 Las Gallinas Ave, Ste 210 San Rafael • 415.479.7244

Jennifer Puck UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, 2nd Floor San Francisco • 415.353.7337

Michael Harris Kaiser Permanente 97 San Marin Dr Novato • 415.899.7412

Glenn Rosenbluth UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital 505 Parnassus Ave, 6th Floor San Francisco • 415.476.1000

Samuel Hawgood UCSF Medical Center 513 Parnassus Ave San Francisco • 415.476.2342

David Rowitch UCSF Medical Center 505 Parnassus Ave, 15th Floor San Francisco • 415.353.1565

Erin Heath Tamalpais Pediatrics 599 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ste 102 Greenbrae • 415.461.0440

Amit Sabnis UCSF Medical Center 505 Parnassus Ave San Francisco • 415.476.3831

Sarah Hemmer Bayview Child Health Center 1335 Evans Ave San Francisco • 415.600.1990

Eric Scher Marin General Hospital 250 Bon Air Rd Greenbrae • 415.925.7000

Sareena Jaspal Prima Pediatrics 655 Redwood Hwy, Ste 216 Mill Valley • 415.383.3500

Sarabenet Sequeira Pediatric Alternatives 10 Thomas Dr Mill Valley • 415.380.8448

Martin Joffe Sexton Joffe & Urbach 1000 S Eliseo Dr, Ste 1A Greenbrae • 415.461.5436

Kathryn Sexton Sexton Joffe & Urbach 1000 S Eliseo Dr, Ste 1A Greenbrae • 415.461.5436

Alan Johnson SF Bay Pediatrics 525 Spruce St San Francisco • 415.668.8900

Alan Uba UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, 2nd Floor San Francisco • 415.353.2000

Uta Kerl Prima Medical Group 655 Redwood Hwy, Ste 216 Mill Valley • 415.383.3500

Katrina Urbach Sexton Joffe & Urbach 1000 S Eliseo Dr, Ste 1A Greenbrae • 415.461.5436

Elizabeth Lowe Marin General Hospital 250 Bon Air Rd Greenbrae • 415.925.7000

Michael Yamaguchi Terra Linda Pediatrics 4000 Civic Center Dr, Ste 201 San Rafael • 415.479.8642

Pediatric Endocrinology

Pediatric Gastroenterology Melvin Heyman UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, 2nd Floor San Francisco • 415.353.2813 Sue Rhee UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, 2nd Floor San Francisco • 415.353.2000

Pediatric Hematology/ Oncology Arthur Ablin UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, 1st Floor San Francisco • 415.476.4901 Michelle Hermiston UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, 1st Floor San Francisco • 415.476.4901

Pediatric Hospitalist Diva Seddick Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation 3555 Cesar Chavez St San Francisco • 415.641.6650

Pediatric Infectious Disease Peggy Weintrub UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, 2nd Floor San Francisco • 415.353.2813

Pediatric Neurology Nalin Gupta UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave San Francisco • 415.353.2383

Pediatric Otolaryngology Anna Meyer UCSF Pediatric Otolaryngology 2330 Post St, 3rd Floor San Francisco • 415.353.2757

Eileen Aicardi Golden Gate Pediatrics 3641 California St San Francisco • 415.668.0888 Anjuli Basu Prima Medical Group 100-A Drakes Landing Rd, Ste 225 Greenbrae • 415.924.1214 Rachel Bauer Prima Medical Group 655 Redwood Hwy, Ste 216 Mill Valley • 415.383.3500 Julie Bokser Tamalpais Pediatrics 599 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ste 102 Greenbrae • 415.461.0440 Nelson Branco Tamalpais Pediatrics 599 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ste 102 Greenbrae • 415.461.0440 Michael Cabana UCSF Medical Center 400 Parnassus Ave, 2nd Floor San Francisco • 415.353.2000 Suzanne Christie Prima Medical Group 655 Redwood Hwy, Ste 216 Mill Valley • 415.383.3500 Scott Cohen Kaiser Permanente Medical Center 99 Montecillo Rd San Rafael • 415.444.2929 Katherine Crosby SF Bay Pediatrics 525 Spruce St San Francisco • 415.668.8900 Susan Dab SF Bay Pediatrics 525 Spruce St San Francisco • 415.668.8900 Tareq Elqousy Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation 101 Rowland Way, Ste 220 Novato • 415.878.7200 Martin Ernster Golden Gate Pediatrics 3641 California St San Francisco • 415.668.0888

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and a 4- to 5-year-old is able to give a little more effort than a 3-year-old.” The advent of Velcro shoelaces has likely skewed the average age for shoe-tying a little higher, he points out: “If you don’t buy your kids lace-up shoes, there’s little incentive to learn.”

Milestones of Childhood

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here’s no shortage of information on when a young child will hit basic milestones such as first steps, first foods or first words. Later triumphs, however, get precious little press. So we asked pediatricians and child development experts to shed light on some of the important feats. Keep in mind that every child develops at his or her own pace.

Form Friendships Long before a child has the verbal skills to declare a BFF, she can make connections with other kids. If you take your toddler to a playground, she may gravitate to a specific child, play alongside her and even imitate her actions. Developmental experts call this parallel play. What’s missing, however, are the foundations for more meaningful social interactions — skills like listening, responding and taking turns. These abilities don’t emerge until the preschool years. “A toddler’s top priority is skill mastery, mainly motor and verbal abilities. It’s just how we are neurologically wired,” says Barbara Bennet, a developmental behavior pediatrician and medical director of the Child Development Center at California Pacific Medical Center. “By age 3 these skills are more refined and, as a result, the child will take a greater interest in peers.”

Tie Shoelaces A child is probably developmentally ready to learn to tie his own shoes somewhere between late preschool and early kindergarten. “It requires the same fine motor control necessary to properly hold a pencil, but the child must also be able to follow multistep directions,” says Michael Harris, a pediatrician with Kaiser Permanente in San Rafael. Also, “I think with any skill that requires sequencing, there also has to be some frustration tolerance,

Speak Conversational English Beginning around age 2, your child should be able to string together two- or three-word phrases such as “Mommy up” or “me no nap.”

By three-and-a-half, linguistic skills are mature enough for four- to six-word sentences. But true conversational speech generally doesn’t happen until age 4 or 5. “Conversation is based on reciprocity,” explains Anna Vagin, Ph.D., a speech pathologist in private practice in Larkspur. “Linguistically that means the child can make verbal overtures, ask questions and respond appropriately to what other people are saying.”

This ability often develops before grammar and pronunciation are perfected: “By kindergarten, children should be easily understood by others, even though they may still make simple grammatical errors and phonological substitutions.”

Climb Stairs Watching your child learn to crawl is exhilarating — but also angst-provoking, as this newfound ability makes it that much easier to find trouble. According to a recent study at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, a child is treated in an emergency room every six minutes as a direct result of a staircase accident. “Learning to climb and descend the stairs is a gradual process,” says Rachel Bauer, medical director of Prima Kids, the pediatric arm of Marin’s Prima Medical Foundation. “Around the age of 2 a child will start being able to walk up and down stairs while holding on to something. By age three he should be able to walk without support, but may not take alternating steps,” says Bauer. The coordination needed to walk a flight of stairs with an adult gait doesn’t emerge until sometime during the fourth year.

Stay Dry at Night Two-and-a-half seems the average age for graduating from diapers — but generally that just means daytime bladder control. Making it through the night without an accident usually comes later; for that, one of two things must happen. Either the bladder has to grow large enough to hold a full night’s output of urine, or the bladder has to signal the brain that it’s time for the child to wake up and use the bathroom.

“Most children are dry at night by age 3,” says Darren Fiore, an assistant clinical professor of pediatrics at UCSF Medical Center. “But even by age 5, around 5 to 10 percent of boys can still be wetting at night rather frequently; the percentage is much lower for girls.” Why? “It probably has more to do with sleep cycles of boys rather than bladder size,” Fiore explains.

And, in fact, most pediatricians won’t even entertain the idea of a bed-wetting alarm until the child is at least 7. Even then it’s usually more of a laundry problem than a medical one; “some kids are just really deep sleepers,” Fiore says. Dawn Denberg

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An End to Food Allergies?

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our yea rs ago, Alex Orum, currently a third grader at Mount Tamalpais School in Mill Valley, was one of seven million children contending with severely hazardous food allergies. By age 3, he’d already suffered two life-threatening reactions. “It was terrifying,” recalls Alex’s mother, Caren Orum. Fearful for his life, she hovered over him, wiping down playground equipment, refusing all invitations to playdates and meticulously monitoring every morsel of food that went into his mouth. “If we went to a birthday party and there were nuts being served, we’d leave,” Orum says. “He was a total boy in a bubble.” At her wits’ end, she decided to do something drastic. She begged for her son to be allowed into an allergy desensitization study at Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock. When he was accepted, she, Alex, and her daughter Audrey moved south.

Under the watchful eye of the medical team, Alex ate a tiny portion of peanut flour mixed with applesauce each day. The peanut flour dosage was increased in gradual intervals every few weeks. The treatment worked. And a year later the family moved back to Marin. Alex’s mother no longer fears for his life. In fact, his allergist requires that he eat one tablespoon of peanut butter a day. It’s a necessary precaution to make sure his body doesn’t become reactive all over again.

This new treatment protocol is being tested at a handful of medical

facilities around the country, including Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford. To date, this study, headed up by Dr. Kari Nadeau, an associate professor for the Stanford School of Medicine’s division of pediatric allergy and immunology, has successfully desensitized 43 children to either milk or peanut allergens. The clinic is also the first in the world to desensitize children to more than one allergen at a time.

“Of the population of children with food allergies, about 30 percent have multiple food allergies,” says Nadeau. “We have created a regimen that meets the needs of the individual patient, rather than focusing solely on peanuts or milk as we had previously.”

The treatment works by slowly reorienting the body’s immune cells. “They kind of change clothes, as it were,” says Nadeau. “The first pair of clothes they are wearing — the outer coat — is pro-allergic, but over time, it’s like they’re wearing a completely different jacket, which makes them a non-allergic cell.”

Of course, the process is not without risks. But because the treatment occurs in a clinical setting, trained medical staff are on hand to respond in a negative reaction situation. Researchers are hopeful that Food and Drug Administration approval for allergy desensitization protocols will come within the next five years, making food allergy relief a real possibility for kids everywhere. D.D. m

Personalized Pediatric Care At Marin Pediatric Associates, we’re committed to providing top-notch comprehensive care in a comfortable setting that puts patients first. In our small group practice, we love to get to know children as they grow and develop and to be your medical guides from infancy to adolescence and beyond. Our physicians are rigorously trained in evidence-based medicine, so patients benefit from sophisticated expertise right here in Marin. We firmly believe in a proactive and holistic approach, and we’re experts in a range of conditions, from developmental and chronic disorders to asthma and ADHD. What you also get is attention — during each visit we take the time to truly listen and work in partnership with you to make sound medical decisions. Integral to our success is an amazing staff; phone us and you’re warmly greeted by a real person who knows you and welcomes your questions and requests. We look forward to your call!

Pictured (seated then standing): Carri DeMarta, Susan Anaya, Kara Ornstein MD*, Nancy Schwartzman MD, Kathryn Meier MD*, Justin Sweder MD, Kim Cavallo, Missy Ogle, Jane Meill MD*, Cassi Porter, Karin Deitz

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UCSF DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRICS DEDICATED TO CARING, HEALING, TEACHING AND DISCOVERING CONSISTENTLY RANKED AMONG THE NATION’S BEST FOR PEDIATRIC HEALTH CARE BY U.S NEWS & WORLD REPORT, the Department of Pediatrics at the University of California, San Francisco and UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital is home to faculty-physicians who are recognized nationally and internationally. Our physicians provide patient- and familycentered care to children in the Bay Area and beyond. With 40 pediatric specialties, excellent patient care and innovative research, UCSF sets the standard for treatment and for developing breakthroughs in caring for children who need pediatric specialty care. Children at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital have access to the latest medical treatments often not available elsewhere.

In addition to our San Francisco locations, many of our pediatric experts see patients at our outreach clinics throughout California, including our Greenbrae practice in Marin County and our Santa Rosa practice in Sonoma County. Pediatric specialties include adolescent eating disorders, cardiology, gastroenterology and hematology/oncology.

Greenbrae & Santa Rosa: 415.353.7337 Physician Referral Service: 888.689.8273 ucsfbenioffchildrens.org Pictured: Top row: Michael Waterfield MD, Robert Lustig MD, Alan Uba MD*, Melvin Heyman MD*, Scott Soifer MD*, Dennis Nielson MD, Michelle Hermiston MD*, Robert Goldsby MD, Sarah Tabbutt MD, Charles Irwin MD*, Jay Tureen MD Middle row: Glenn Rosenbluth MD*, Jennifer Puck MD*, Michael Cabana MD*, Michael Brook MD, Sandrijn VanSchaik MD*, Sally Sehring MD*, Diana Milojevic MD, Sue Rhee MD* Front row: Lee Atkinson-McEvoy MD, Donna Ferriero MD, Stephen Rosenthal MD*, John Takayama MD, Carol Miller MD, Emily von Scheven MD*, Peggy Weintrub MD*, David Rowitch MD* * Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2012 list.

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PEDIATRIC EAR, NOSE AND THROAT EXPERTISE IN THE UCSF DEPARTMENT OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY – HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, we are fully committed to providing our young patients with the same level of care and understanding given to adults.

The Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at UCSF provides evidence-based, state-of-the-art care for the full range of ear, nose and throat disorders in children. Board-certified surgeons Dr. Kristina W. Rosbe and Dr. Anna K. Meyer are recognized as innovators in cutting-edge technology such as cochlear implants, implanted hearing aids, and minimally invasive surgery.

Our doctors are highly skilled and respected pediatric specialists who treat both common and rare conditions — from problems such as snoring, sinusitis and ear infections to complex diseases of the head and neck that call for exceptional expertise.

W hen children require surger y, our surgeons work closely w ith pediatric-specia lized anesthesiologists and nurses at the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital to ensure that young patients and their families receive attentive, expert care and have the most positive experience possible.

We are pleased to offer two clinic locations: Greenbrae and San Francisco.

1300 S. Eliseo Drive, Ste. 204, Greenbrae 2330 Post Street, Ste. 310, San Francisco 415.353.2757 • ohns.ucsf.edu Pictured: Back row: Mark Courey, MD* (Chief, Laryngology and Voice and Swallowing Center); Steven Pletcher, MD* (Rhinology and Sinus Surgery); Anna Meyer, MD, FAAP* (Pediatric Otolaryngology); Steven Wang, MD* (Head and Neck and Endocrine Surgery) Front row: Lisa Orloff, MD* (Director, Head and Neck and Endocrine Surgery); Andrew Goldberg, MD* (Director, Rhinology and Sinus Surgery); Kristina Rosbe, MD, FAAP, FACS* (Director, Pediatric Otolaryngology); Lawrence Lustig, MD* (Director, Otology, Neurotology, and Skull Base Surgery); Ivan El-Sayed, MD* (Co-Director, Center for Minimally Invasive Skull Base Surgery) * Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2012 list.

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Destinations

t h e l at e st lo c a l t r av e l d e a l s a n d g e taways plu s j o u r n e ys a ro u n d t h e g lo b e The Statue of Liberty as seen from on board the tour ferry.

New York City

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aside, a mother/daughter jaunt to New York City last spring went well beyond expectations — in a good way. Enticed by a $300 round-trip fare with Virgin America and having no prior plans for spring break, my friend Dyer and I, along with our daughters Marley, 11, and Natalie, 10, set out for some East Coast fun. If you can imagine Thelma and Louise in their middle school years, you get an idea of what Natalie and Marley are like together.

Our agenda consisted of visiting the Statue of Liberty, walking the Brooklyn Bridge, going to the 9/11 memorial, jumping on the big piano at FAO Schwarz, watching The Lion King, sitting on a bench in Central Park, and, of course, a bit of shopping. We had four nights and three days and good walking shoes.

Our first confrontation with mortality happened on the way from JFK Airport to our hotel. As New York newbies we hired a car service instead of just trusting our luck to get a cab. Our driver, a disheveled ringer for The Situation of reality TV’s Jersey Shore, greeted us at baggage claim in sweats. He was friendly and, we discovered, likes his music loud and lewd. As he drove, I raised my eyebrows to Dyer and her shrug was my nonverbal cue to

let it go. It wasn’t until he got a phone call that he turned the music down.

That he was illegally talking on his phone with one hand on the wheel was not the neardeath part; it was that our extra-large black SUV was barreling down the shoulder of the freeway at 50 miles an hour next to stopped traffic, ahead of an ambulance with its flashing lights on that was trying to get by. The video we filmed is on YouTube.

Our car chase–like entry into Gotham might have heightened the relief we felt upon finally pulling up to the stately Peninsula Hotel. This 239-room, 23-story Beaux-Arts building has held court at the corner of 55th Avenue and 55th Street since 1905. The revolving doors that Natalie and Marley immediately put to the test were added in 1997, just one of various renovations through the years.

We chose the Peninsula because Dyer’s parents had always stayed there and they always came back raving about it. Another bonus was our New York friends were more than happy to come to us to visit the spa, rooftop pool and swanky Salon de Ning (where I’m pretty sure I saw Jimmy Fallon). It was also ideally situated for our itinerary. We could walk to shops, to Central Park and to Topaz, the Thai restaurant on 56th Avenue we chose for dinner our first night. It was also just two blocks north of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, which turned out to be Dyer’s favorite stop on our trip. Daily mass is open to the public at this circa-1879 Fifth Avenue landmark.

Even I, an agnostic, was enthralled with the echoing voice of the priest and the intricately decorated Stations of the Cross fronted by hundreds of burning candles, which seemed to represent prayers in dozens of languages.

Another highlight was undoubtedly the visit to Carlo’s Bake Shop in Hoboken, New Jersey. This is the set of Cake Boss, the TLC television show about Buddy Valastro and his family bakery. The lobster tail pastries and cannoli may not have tasted quite as good as the girls anticipated, but our predawn twotrain subway journey to get there as they opened the doors at 7:30 a.m. was a suburbanite’s dream adventure.

Back in New York, theater history had been made by The Lion King’s dethroning of The Phantom of the Opera as Broadway’s all-time

Above: Natalie and box office champion.

Marley ponder their Like lemmings, we too options at Carlo’s Bake Shop. Below: The booked tickets for Lion famous Peninsula in and made a night of it.

Midtown Manhattan.

As our theater audience (and countless others) emptied onto Times Square, the mass of humanity created a siren song for the pedicab pilots of Manhattan.

This is where we met Serge — who would give us our second near-death experience — and enthusiastically got into his rickety rig. We only had to go a few blocks, and the open-air ride looked fun. As he pedaled to our hotel, he cut off buses, struggled to get in front of cars making left turns and after riding the wrong way up the one-way street to our hotel, stopped in the dark and demanded $120 for the experience. I hesitated and questioned his price, looking up the long block toward the light of the hotel entrance.

Dyer shoved the bills in his hand. “Let’s get out of here,” she said. Natalie and Marley literally kissed the ground once they got out of the cab and I was so happy to be walking away from the fiasco, I didn’t even bother to tell them to get off the ground.

The concierge at the hotel agreed that $120 was not the right fare and offered to call the police to file a report. We chalked it up to being naive tourists and retired to our room, where the adults finished a bottle of wine we’d been nursing throughout the trip. Overall, our experience had been a nonstop adrenalinefilled, bucket list, lifetime-memory-producing adventure. And after tears over our impending departure, we promised the girls we’d get back there long before either of them needed to visit the location of TLC’s other runaway hit, Say Yes to the Dress. m

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If You Go • Central Park Give yourself a few hours; walk to the Natural History Museum or the Central Park Zoo, or just find an empty warm boulder and contemplate life. centralparknyc.org • New York Water Taxi I’d skip the long line and crowds at the Statue of Liberty tour; we learned more about Lady Liberty from this hop-on-hop-off trip around the city. For instance, if the lady needed a shoe it would be a women’s size 879. nywatertaxi.com • The Peninsula This hotel is an amazing place to stay but it also features an award-winning spa and the rooftop bar Salon de Ning and is a great place to meet up with old friends. peninsula.com • Bergdorf Goodman Forget breakfast at Tiffany’s; browse this legendary luxe retailer just off Central Park and then check the website for sales. bergdorfgoodman.com • Brooklyn Bridge It’s free to walk across and provides world-class views of New York Harbor; just beware of the bike commuters.

• Cab it to the airport The set fare is $44 from JFK to Midtown, whereas a hired driver costs at least $100.

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• Take the tweens shopping Top Shop on Broadway features trendy and affordable fashion (topshop.com); Accessorize, a UK chain, is a great Union Square stop (us.accessorize.com); and don’t miss the sales at Bloomingdale’s on Third Avenue (bloomingdales.com).

• Sweet stops Dylan’s Candy Bar on Third Avenue has fudge samples to die for (dylans candybar.com), FAO Schwarz on Fifth Avenue offers giant Tootsie Rolls (fao.com), and heaven in a candy-coated shell can be found at M&M’s World New York on Broadway (mymms.com).

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Marin Theatre Company (Mill Valley). 415.388.5208, marintheatre.org

Galleries Berggruen Gallery Five Hundred Miles Art by Michael Gregory, through August 25. 228 Grant Ave, 415.781.4629, berggruen.com

AUG 2–SEP 9 War Horse The story of a young boy’s beloved horse, set during World War I. Curran Theatre (SF). 888.746.1799, shnsf.com AUG 3–4 Bat Boy: The Musical A musical comedy/horror show about a half-boy, half-bat creature.

142 Throckmorton Theatre (Mill Valley).

415.383.9600, 142throckmorton theatre.com AUG 17–SEP 15 Our Country’s Good An outdoor production of the award-winning play about love, death, laughter and profound thought.

Redwood Amphitheatre (Ross). 415.251.1027, porchlight.net AUG 18 The Last Election The San Francisco Mime Troupe returns with a satirical spin on the financial crisis. Glen Park (SF).

415.285.1717, sfmt.org Floating World by Michael Gregory

THEATER Through AUG 11 King John Marin Shakespeare Company performs the tale of the rise of the Plantagenets.

Forest Meadows Amphitheatre (San Rafael). 415.499.4488, marinshakespeare.org

Through AUG 12 Greater Tuna The 1989 Off-Broadway hit portrays small-town folks in Texas. Barn Theatre (Ross). 415.456.9555, rossvalleyplayers.com Through AUG 26 Les Misérables Based on Victor Hugo’s novel, a musical about survival and the human spirit.

Orpheum Theatre (SF). 888.746.1799, shnsf.com Through SEP 30 A Midsummer Night’s Dream Marin Shakespeare Company stages the immortal romantic comedy.

Forest Meadows Amphitheatre (San Rafael). 415.499.4488, marinshakespeare.org AUG 2–26 Circle Mirror Transformation Four students and a drama class teacher learn about themselves during a six-week class.

AUG 18–19, 25–26 Much Ado About Nothing Shakespeare’s classic tale of romantic intrigue, deception and conquest. Old Mill Park (Mill Valley). curtaintheatre.org AUG 24–OCT 7 Chinglish The West Coast premiere of the Broadway comedy. Roda Theatre (Berkeley).

510.647.2949, berkeleyrep.org

Comedy Tuesdays Mark Pitta and Friends The comic hosts an evening for up-and-comers and established headliners to work on new material. 142 Throckmorton Theatre (Mill Valley).

415.383.9600, 142throckmorton theatre.com

MUSIC Tuesdays Swing Fever The band pays tribute to jazz artists and composers with selections from its roster of more than 1,000 tunes, every first and third Tuesday.

Panama Hotel (San Rafael). 415.457.3993, panamahotel.com Tuesdays Kortuzday Jonathan Korty and Danny Uzilevsky host a weekly invitational jam that often attracts some big-name players and always produces great music. 19 Broadway (Fairfax). 415.459.1091, 19broadway.com Through AUG 24 Jazz and Blues by the Bay Bring your lawn chairs, wine and a snack and listen to great blues on the waterfront. Gabrielson Park (Sausalito). ci.sausalito.ca.us Through AUG 26 Stern Grove Festival Free concerts, including performances by the San Francisco Opera, Al Jarreau and the George Duke Trio. Stern Grove (SF). 415.252.6252, sterngrove.org

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Through SEP 30 Summer Music Series Stop by Town Center every Sunday for great music while you shop.

Town Center (Corte Madera). 415.924.2961, shoptowncenter.com AUG 2–3 Classical Mystery Tour: Music of the Beatles The San Francisco Symphony and a special tribute band perform more than two dozen songs by the Beatles. Davies Symphony Hall (SF). 415.864.6000, sfsymphony.org AUG 3 Duran Duran Duran Rock out with the Duran Duran tribute band. George’s Nightclub (San Rafael). 415.226.0262, georgesnightclub.com AUG 3, 17 Concerts Under the Oak A summer music series with food and shopping; Contino and the

RaveUps are two of the performing bands. Northgate (San Rafael). 415.479.3212, shopatnorthgate.com AUG 8 Enrique Iglesias, Jennifer Lopez and Wisin & Yandel The Latin and pop stars perform with the reggaeton duo from Puerto Rico.

HP Pavilion (San Jose). hppavilion.com AUG 9 SFJAZZ Hotplate Rebeca Mauleón plays the music of Eddie Palmieri. Amnesia (SF).

866.920.5299, sfjazz.org AUG 10 God Street Wine The band brings its own brand of improvisational sounds to the Bay Area. Sweetwater Music Hall (Mill Valley). 415.388.3850, sweetwatermusic hall.com AUG 10–12 Outside Lands The Golden Gate Park music-fest features acts such as Metallica, Stevie Wonder, Foo Fighters

tiburon Art FestivAl August 25-26 11am-6pm

60 Juried Artists on Historic Art Row, Main Street Tiburon

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Plein Air ComPetition Painting on Saturday in downtown Tiburon.

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silent AuCtion Saturday’s art will be available for purchase on Saturday afternoon and all day Sunday on Ark Row.

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itAliAn street PAinting on Beach Road in Belvedere - Saturday and Sunday - come watch the progress - it’s free!

Music, Food, Family Entertainment Art Festival $5 suggested donation • www.tiburonartfestival.org • 415-435-4355 Sponsored by Zelinsky Properties,LLC, Belvedere Land Company, City of Belvedere, Town of Tiburon, Strom Electric, Kourosh Baradaran Architect, Geissler Engineering and Tiburon Heritage and Arts Commission.

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Out & About / calendar • AUG 4 Petaluma Music Festival More than 16 bands on three stages, including Jackie Greene, the Pimps of Joytime and Poor Man’s Whiskey.

Proceeds benefit the music education programs of Petaluma area public schools. Sonoma/ Marin Fairgrounds (Petaluma). petalumamusicfestival.org and Norah Jones.

Golden Gate Park (SF). sfoutsidelands.com AUG 15 Red Hot Chili Peppers The popular band performs its hits. Oracle Arena (Oakland). coliseum.com AUG 19 Diana Krall The renowned pianist and vocalist performs.

Davies Symphony Hall (SF). 415.864.6000, sfsymphony.org

GALLERIES MARIN Acacia Gallery Ongoing work. 4162 Redwood Hwy, San Rafael. 415.479.3238, acaciagallery.net Art Abloom Studio and Gallery Oil paintings by Gabriella Spina Drake and classes for artists. 751 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo. 415.256.1112, artabloom.com Art Works Downtown Organic Intentions Featuring sculptural installations by Mari Andrews, Mary Button Durrell and Patricia Lyons Stroud.

1337 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.451.8119, artworksdowntown.org

Claudia Chapline Gallery Face paintings on paper and canvas by Harold Schwarm and Claudia Chapline. 3445 Shoreline Hwy, Stinson Beach. 415.868.2308, cchapline.com Commonweal Gallery Art Plus Life Works by Bob Demmerle, Linda Gass, Mary Daniel Hobson, Elizabeth Jameson, Daigan Lueck and Maud Zimmer, through September 21. 451 Mesa Road, Bolinas. 415.868.2308, commonweal.org Falkirk Cultural Center Journeys in Clay, through August 18.

1408 Mission Ave, San Rafael. 415.485.3436, falkirkculturalcenter.org

Gallery Route One 14th Annual Box Show, August 10– September 30. 11101 Hwy One, Point Reyes Station. 415.663.1347, galleryrouteone.org

Mona Lease Gallery Sculpture by Deborah Childress, through September 10. 39 Greenbrae Boardwalk, Greenbrae. 415.461.3718, monalease.net

Marin County Watercolor Society Hail to the People, through August. Civic Center 3501 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael. marincountywater colorsociety.com

O’Hanlon Center for the Arts Bay Area Women Artists A group show juried by Donna Seager. 616 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.4331, ohanloncenter.org

Marin Society of Artists Open Fine Arts Show, through August 4. 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross. 415.454.9561, marinsocietyofartists.org

Robert Allen Fine Art Abstract works on canvas and panel

by Suzie Buchholz, Michael Moon and Aida Schneider, August 9–September 28. 301 Caledonia St, Sausalito. 415.331.2800, robertallenfineart.com Robert Green Fine Arts Six Guys and a Girl A revolving group show of gallery artists’ work, through September 2.

154 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.381.8776, rgfinearts.com

Rock Hill Gallery Acrylic and oil landscapes by Lynne Leahy, through August 16. 145 Rockhill Dr, Tiburon. 415.435.9108, ccctiburon.net Smith Andersen North Williams/Waits Featuring works by Franklin Williams and Kellesimone Waits, through August 4. 20 Greenfield Ave, San Anselmo. 415.455.9733, smithandersen north.com Studio 333 Ongoing exhibition featuring more than 40 Bay Area artists’ work in different mediums.

The Exploratorium in San Francisco

Fine Art Etc. Featuring a collection of sculptures and paintings by artists from Northern California and around the world.

686 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.332.1107, fineartetc.com Gallery Bergelli Duende: Junkyard Melodies New work by Tim Weldon; see an artist demonstration and ask questions August 4. 483 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur. 415.945.9454, bergelli.com

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333A Caledonia St, Sausalito. 415.331.8272, studio333.info

Studio 4 Art Work by local artists; classes and workshops with materials included.

1133 Grant Ave, Novato. 415.596.5546, studio4art.net

Terra Firma Gallery Featuring works by modern ballet photographer David DeSilva.

1130 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.488.3948, terrafirmagallery.com

San Francisco

ArtHaus New paintings by Marin artist Carolyn Meyer, through September 29. 411 Brannan St, 415.977.0223, arthaus-sf.com Gregory Lind Gallery Group exhibition celebrating the gallery’s 10th year, through August 18. 49 Geary St, 415.296.9661, gregorylindgallery.com

Photography by John Henry at the Marin Society of Artists

Caldwell Synder Sculpture by Doug Owen and paintings by Doug Smith. 341 Sutter

St (SF). 415.392.2299, caldwellsnyder.com International Orange An interactive multimedia presentation of artists’ interpretations of the Golden Gate Bridge, through October 28. Fort Point, 415.556.1693, internationalorange.org Meyerovich Gallery New Work: Women Art

by Alex Katz, through September 20. 251 Post St, 415.421.7171, meyerovich.com

MUSEUMS MARIN

Bolinas Museum The art of Don Ed Hardy and others, through August 12 (Bolinas).

415.868.0330, bolinasmuseum.org Marin History Museum Marin IJ: 150 Years of Ink The story of how the Marin Independent Journal evolved, in celebration of its 150th anniversary, through September 15. (San Rafael). 415.454.8538, marinhistory.org

Weinstein Gallery Ongoing exhibits. 301 Geary St, 415.362.8151, weinstein.com

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Out & About / calendar Marin Museum of Contemporary Art Horizons A show of selected recent works

by MarinMOCA Artist Members, through August 19 (Novato). 415.506.0137, marinmoca.org Marin Museum of the American Indian Explore Native American history, languages, art and traditions (Novato).

415.897.4064, marinindian.com

BAY AREA California Academy of Sciences Nightlife Enjoy music, creatures and cocktails for adults only and take some time to explore the exhibits every Thursday night (SF). 415.379.8000, calacademy.org

Chinese Historical Society of America Remnants: Artists Respond to the Chinese American Experience Works from five artists that highlight personal narrative, memory and family, through December 15 (SF).

415.391.1188, chsa.org Conservatory of Flowers Plantosaurus Rex: Prehistoric Plants at the Conservatory of Flowers Exhibit featuring plants from the days of the dinosaurs, through October 12 (SF). 415.831.2090, conservatory offlowers.org

An active, yet relaxed lifestyle permeates through every Member and aspect of Marin Country Club.

Located in the tranquil Ignacio Valley, the illustrious clubhouse sets the scene for an impeccably groomed 18-hole championship golf course. Collaborating with the challenging course to enhance the lifestyle, recreational facilities include: four lit, plexi-cushion tennis courts; a fully equipped fitness center; and a family focused aquatic facility–with programs for children and adults alike. Enjoy numerous, year-round social activities for the opportunity to create lasting family memories and lifelong friendships.

Contemporary Jewish Museum California Dreaming The history of the Bay Area’s Jewish community with a documentary video and photographs, through October 16 (SF). 415.655.7800, thecjm.org de Young The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk This presentation includes 30 animated mannequins displaying the provocative designs of Jean Paul Gaultier, through August 19 (SF). 415.750.3600, deyoung.famsf.org di Rosa Preserve Entering the Wild Works by five California artists depicting humans’ relationship to nature,

Photography by Trish Carney at the diRosa Preserve

through September 23 (Napa). 707.226.5991, dirosapreserve.org

Exploratorium Ongoing interactive exhibits exploring science, art and human perception (SF). 415.397.5673, exploratorium.edu

Legion of Honor Man Ray, Lee Miller: Partners in Surrealism Photographs, drawings and manuscripts about the relationship between the two European artists,

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through October 14 (SF). 415.750.3600, legionofhonor.org Museum of the African Diaspora Exhibitions that blend art and innovative technology with the African tradition of storytelling are the focus at this unique museum (SF). 415.358.7200, moadsf.org Oakland Museum of California The 1968 Exhibit An exploration of social, political and economic events in America in 1968, through August 19 (Oakland).

510.318.8400, museumca.org

San Francisco Museum of Craft and Folk Art Fiber Futures: Japan’s Textile Pioneers Featuring art melding Japanese artisanal and industrial textile-making, through October 6 (SF). 415.227.4888, mocfa.org

Summer Light Spectacular at the Westfield Centre, S.F.

SFMOMA Contemporary Painting, 1960 to the Present From the SFMOMA collection, works showing the breadth of painting over the last 50 years, through August 12 (SF). 415.357.4000, sfmoma.org

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Occupy Bay Area Featuring art and writing supporting

economic equality and reform, through October 14 (SF).

415.978.2787, ybca.org

EVENTS Through SEP 3 The Heart of San

Francisco: Summer Light Spectacular An animated 3-D light extravaganza with

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Out & About / calendar AUG 15 Marin Vegan Drinks Social meeting for vegans on the third Wednesday of every month. Nickel Rose (San Rafael). marinvegandrinks.com

Sculpture by Deborah Childress at the Mona Lease Gallery

AUG 16, 23 Local Women Writers Series Readings by accomplished female writers based in Marin.

O’Hanlon Center for the Arts (Mill Valley). 415.388.4331, ohanloncenter.org AUG 17–18 Nostalgia Days Rod and Custom Car Show Live music, hot cars, food and dance are the featured attractions at this summer festival. Grant Avenue (Novato). 415.479.0775, nostalgiadays online.com music takes place nightly on Level Four under the dome.

Westfield Centre (SF). 415.495.5656, westfield.com Through OCT 28 Before the Bridge: Sight and Sound at the Golden Gate Immerse yourself in a visual and auditory story of life in the Presidio before the Golden Gate Bridge. Presidio (SF). 415.561.5418, presidio.gov AUG 1 Golden Gate Bridge 75th Anniversary Treasure Hunt Explore the history of the Golden Gate Bridge during a self-guided scavenger hunt. Golden Gate Bridge (SF). mastermindhunts.com

AUG 1–5 Giant Steps Charity Classic Saddle up and enjoy a five-day horse show highlighting California’s top professional and amateur equestrians, all benefiting riders with disabilities. Sonoma Horse Park (Petaluma).

415.518.2145, sonomahorsepark.com AUG 3 Blues, Brews and BBQ Food, beverages and a performance by blues band Lake Bottom Nails. Downtown (Napa). 707.257.0322, napadowntown.com AUG 4 Festival of Summer Nights A celebration for all ages with live music, dance instruction and food every other Saturday. Each night music from a different culture is featured.

Osher Marin JCC (San Rafael). 415.444.8000, marinjcc.org AUG 4–5 Nihonmachi Street Fair Featuring musical and other

cultural entertainment and Asian American arts and crafts.

Japantown (SF). nihonmachistreet fair.org AUG 5 Champagne Gala Presented by the Marin chapter of the San Francisco Opera Guild, the concert benefits lecture and opera education programs in Marin schools.

San Domenico Music Conservatory (San Rafael). 415.924.9352 AUG 7–21 Marin Poetry Center’s Traveling Show Live poetry readings. Various locations (Marin). 415.382.1660, marinpoetrycenter.org AUG 8–12 Napa Town and Country Fair Music, a parade, arts and crafts and more, including the popular destruction derby. Napa Valley Expo (Napa). napavalleyexpo.com

AUG 10 2nd Fridays Art Walk Explore galleries, open studios and art exhibits; enjoy live music and refreshments. Fourth St (San Rafael). 415.451.8119, artworksdowntown.org

AUG 18 Napa Valley Art Festival Recent work from 18 artists is on display and for sale. 6516 Washington St (Yountville).

707.256.3828, napa valleyartfestival.com

AUG 11 San Rafael Food & Wine Festival Sample wines from boutique wineries, watch chefs at work and listen to live classical and jazz music. Falkirk Cultural Center (San Rafael). 800.310.6563, sresproductions.com

AUG 18–19 Marin Indoor Antique Market This annual fair features a wide selection of fine art, vintage jewelry, Asian art, watches and clocks, books, photographs, postcards, posters and prints.

Exhibit Hall (San Rafael). 415.499.6800, marincenter.org

AUG 12 Heavenly Pancakes Above the Clouds on Mount Tam A pancake breakfast at the West Point Inn, a nationally registered historic site overlooking Marin. Proceeds help workers preserve and operate the inn.

West Point Inn (Mill Valley). 415.388.9955, westpointinn.org

AUG 22 The California Mission Ride Meet seven riders and their horses when they stop in Marin during their journey from Sonoma to the Mexican border.

Mission San Rafael (San Rafael). thecalifornia missionride.org

AUG 23 Noe Valley Wine Walk Meander down 24th Street while sipping wine and tasting special treats. Noe Valley (SF). 800.310.6563, sresproductions.com AUG 25 Harvest Stomp Party Music, food and wine in an annual Napa Valley grape growers harvest celebration. Trefethen Family Vineyards (Napa). 707.944.8311, napagrowers.org AUG 25–26 Tiburon Art Festival Enjoy food and wine, live music and works by 64 artists at this annual event held in the heart of Tiburon’s historic Ark Row. Main St (Tiburon). tiburon-artfestival.com AUG 29 Brainstormer Pub Quiz Join host Rick Tosh the last Wednesday of every month for trivia and prizes. Terrapin Crossroads (San Rafael). 415.524.2773, terrapincrossroads.net

film Through AUG 6 Jewish Film Festival Features and documentaries highlighting the Jewish experience.

Various locations (Bay Area). 415.621.0523, sfjff.org AUG 3–25 Film Night in the Park The outdoor film series celebrates its 21st year, showing The Artist, The Muppet Movie, Surf N Turf and Kung Fu Panda II. San Anselmo Creek Park (San Anselmo).

415.272.2756, filmnight.org

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Preventing Pain, Solving Suffering nature walks & talks ONGOING Mark Twain Walking Tour of Napa and Sonoma Local actor George Webber morphs into Mark Twain as he brings alive the pasts of the historic towns. 707.694.5097, georgewebber.com ONGOING Sausalito Walking Tours Take a one-hour walk through Old Town and learn about its history. Vina del Mar Plaza (Sausalito).

415.331.3791, travelswithteri.com

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Through OCT 29 Golden Gate Bridge Tour Day and evening tours of the bridge; proceeds benefit Golden Gate National Parks.

Golden Gate Bridge (SF). 415.561.3000, goldengate bridgetour.com

AUG 4 Orchard Walk and Mill Tour Explore horticulture, harvest techniques and organic practices, then enjoy olive oil tasting. McEvoy Ranch (Petaluma).

866.617.6779, mcevoyranch.com AUG 15 Marin Scuba Club Paula Butler discusses Wakatobi in Indonesia. The Flatiron Saloon (San Rafael). 415.456.5628, marinscuba.org AUG 18 WildCare Family Adventures Exploring the Redwoods An easy hike followed by a picnic beneath the redwood trees.

Samuel P. Taylor Park (Lagunitas).

415.453.1000, wildcarebayarea.org

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Marin’s pioneering physician in MILD: Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression, a novel treatment for spinal stenosis enabling you to go home the same day.

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and live jazz on Thursday. 18 Tamalpais Dr, 415.927.2316, benissimos.com

Mini Crab Cakes at Comforts in San Anselmo

Boca Pizzeria Italian Good luck getting a seat at this new indooroutdoor family-friendly pizzeria in the Village at Corte Madera.

Owners Shah Bahreyni and Sam Ramadan’s 142-seat eatery features Neapolitan-style pizza topped with imported San Marzano tomatoes and fresh house-made mozzarella. 1544 Redwood Hwy, 415.924.3021, bocapizzeria.com Brick & Bottle California Sourcing local and artisanal ingredients, executive chef Scott Howard brings simple California cuisine to Corte Madera’s Brick & Bottle. The restaurant features a large bar area, an outdoor patio and family-friendly dining. 55 Tamal Vista Blvd, 415.924.3366, brickandbottle.com

• Comforts Cafe American This

cozy spot features local ingredients and serves breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch. Be sure to try the Philly cheesesteak and Chinese chicken salad, both classics. 335 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.9840, comfortscafe.com

Corte Madera Benissimo Italian “Benissimo” means “really really good” in Italian. Besides the daily 4-to-7 happy hour when drinks are $3 to $5 and small plates $5 to $7, specials include happy hour all day on Monday, free corkage on Tuesday, martini night on Wednesday,

California Pizza Kitchen California/ Eclectic Be prepared for chaos. Easy place to bring the kids: Mom and Dad can enjoy a tasty Thai crunch salad and decent glass of wine while the little ones feast on basic child-size portions of pasta and pizza. 347 Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.945.0401, cpk.com

Champagne Bakery French This casual bakery displays freshly made pastries, croissants, tarts, cookies and cakes, to be enjoyed indoors or out on the patio. Brioche French toast and French dip sandwich with Swiss cheese are among the many menu options.

Catering is also available. 103 Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.927.5470, champagnebakery.com Il Fornaio Italian Sausalito’s Larry Mindel hit a home run with this upscale Italian restaurant franchise. Besides the award-winning breads, pizzas and pastas, the menu offers a variety of salads and noncarb entrées. 223 Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.927.4400, ilfornaio.com Pacific Catch PanAsian The well-priced menu here offers a bounty of fresh-grilled items and Pacific Rim—inspired small or main plates, including generously portioned wasabi bowls filled with rice (white or brown), veggies and your choice of chicken, beef and cooked or raw fish. It’s modeled after the Paia Fish House on Maui, down to the chalkboard menu and Hawaiian music. 133 Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.927.3474, pacificcatch.com

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SEA Thai Bistro Asian SEA stands for Southeast Asian, and co-owner and executive chef Tony Ounpamornchai infuses his cooking with Thai and other Asian flavors to create innovative dishes.

The menu features sustainable and local ingredients when possible and includes an extensive wine list. 60 Corte Madera Ave, 415.927.8333, seathaibistro.com The Counter California/American The folks at the Counter have taken the “have it your way” motto to a new level. Mostly known for all-natural Angus beef, turkey, chicken or veggie burgers, the restaurant also offers options like a bowl (all the ingredients without the bun) or salads. And if you want a martini with your burger, no problem; there’s a full bar.

201 Corte Madera Town Center 415.924.7000, thecounterburger.com

Fairfax 123 Bolinas California Known for farm-fresh, organic cuisine, 123 Bolinas was created by four friends who aimed to showcase seasonal fare in a relaxing, intimate environment. Enjoy locally brewed beer and smallproduction wines as you take in the view of Bolinas Park through the floor-to-ceiling windows. 123 Bolinas St, 415.488.5123, 123bolinas.com Iron Springs Pub & Brewery American Grab a beer and a grilled portobello mushroom sandwich — which one Chronicle reviewer

calls “the best mushroom dish I have ever tasted.” 765 Center Blvd, 415.485.1005, ironspringspub.com

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Pancho Villa’s Mexican A Fairfax favorite for over 30 years. Since 1976, head chef Francisco has been turning out treats like chile relleno stuffed with jack cheese, cilantro and onion and crab enchiladas topped with a mild tomatillo sauce and sour cream.

1625 Sir Frances Drake Blvd, 415.459.0975, panchosfairfax.com

Greenbrae Bistro Vis à Vis California This Bon Air Shopping Center eatery features the cooking of Michelinstar-rated chef Mike Fredsall. 282 Bon air Ctr, 415.925.4370, bistrovisavis.com

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Jason’s California The menu includes seafood dishes with an Asian and Italian flair. Try the ceviche, crab cakes or blackened salmon; seating options include a covered outdoor patio.

300 Drakes Landing Rd, 415.925.0808, jasonsrestaurant.com Wipeout Bar & Grill American The familyfriendly hot spot has surfboards hanging from the ceiling, funin-the-sun music, a full bar and large televisions displaying surfers riding waves. Menu includes fish tacos, salads and burgers.Kids eat free on Tuesdays with each purchase of an adult entrée. 302 Bon Air Ctr, 415.461.7400, wipeoutbarandgrill.com

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miss the small beer hall selection of pretzels, salumis and cheeses.

173 Throckmorton Ave, 415.888.8218, millvalleybeerworks.com Boo Koo Asian Finally Mill Valley has an Asian street food restaurant and best of all, dishes are $10 and less. The menu offers something for every eater — vegan, gluten-free, vegetarian, carnivore. Menu items include chicken pho, vegan summer rolls, pad thai and fivespice pork satay — all made with organic, locally produced veggies and proteins from vegetarian-fed, sustainably raised sources. 25 Miller Ave, 415.888.8303, eatbookoo.com

Larkspur El Huarache Loco Mexican Bringing authentic Mexico City dishes to Marin, chef Veronica Salazar’s menu has gained quite a following. From mini huaraches (filled corn masa cakes) to the footlong huarache with two salsas, crema, queso fresco and two toppings of your choice, you get a true taste of a homemade Mexican meal.

1803 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.925.1403, huaracheloco.com Emporio Rulli Italian Pastry chef Gary Rulli is renowned for his Northern Italian specialties and treats.

The Larkspur location (there are three

others) is a favored spot for lunch as well as coffee and a sweet.

464 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.7478, rulli.com Left Bank Restaurant French Known for award-winning French cuisine and a lively brasserie ambience, this corner spot on Magnolia Avenue has rated high with locals for well over a decade.

Those with a petite appetite or budget can opt for happy hour (4–6:30 p.m., M–F) for appetizers, most of which are priced under $6. 507 Magnolia Ave, 415.927.3331, leftbank.com Marin Brewing Co American Grab a cold beer made right on site and pair it with fish and chips — fresh cod dipped in Mt. Tam pale ale batter, served with steak fries and

homemade tartar sauce.

1809 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.461.4677, marinbrewing.com Rustic Bakery California Organic mouthwatering pastries, breads and sandwiches are on the menu here, including Meyer lemon mascarpone danishes and a bacon, avocado and heirloom tomato sandwich with mesclun. 1139 Magnolia Ave, 415.925.1556, rusticbakery.com The tavern at Lark Creek American The next chapter in the 1888 Victorian Murphy House, formerly known as Lark Creek Inn, is being written by chef Aaron Wright. 234 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.7766, tavernatlarkcreek.com

Yankee Pier American This family-friendly casual clam shack is harbored in a quaint house built in 1924 as a private residence.

Though known for beerbattered fish ’n’ chips, clam chowder and tasty salads, Yankee Pier serves fresh seafood delivered daily from both coasts with special dishes by chef August Schuchman.

286 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.7676, yankeepier.com

Mill Valley Beerworks Brewery and Beer Cafe American With a beverage menu of handcrafted beers made on site, imported and local microbrews and house-made kombucha and root beer, this Mill Valley brewery is set to keep the local palate pleased. Don’t

Buckeye Roadhouse American Oysters Bingo, baby back ribs and chili-lime “brick” chicken are a few of the satisfying, comfort-food menu items that have made this classic roadhouse a favorite since the ’30s.

The warm dark-wood bar with red leather booths is a popular spot for cocktails, conversations or a light meal. 15 Shoreline Hwy, 415.331.2600, buckeyeroadhouse.com Cantina Mexican The traditional Mexican fare honors the original menu: soups, salads, sandwiches and sizzling fajitas at lunch portions and prices. Happy hour drinks and appetizers are $5 and under. 651 E. Blithedale, 415.381.1070, thecantina.com

Champagne French Enjoy a croque-monsieur alfresco, linger over a flaky, buttery croissant with a cappuccino, or pick up chocolatedipped strawberries for your dinner party.

41 Throckmorton Ave, 415.380.0410, millvalley.champagne bakery.com Frantoio Ristorante Italiano Italian Known for its in-house olive press, superior olive oil and excellent Italian cuisine, this spot is a great location for an intimate dinner, large groups and anything in between. Owned

by Roberto Zecca and chef Duilio Valenti, both from Milano, the kitchen uses local and organic ingredients.

For special occasions and private parties, reserve the olive-press room. The popular happy hour starts at 4:30. 152 Shoreline Hwy, 415.289.5777, frantoio.com Hawk’s Tavern American Pop into this country-style tavern for a quick snack —a fresh-baked pretzel or sautéed red kale — or settle down for a farmto-table meal. The 18 dishes on the menu include bangers and mash (here done with organic pork sausage and buttermilk mashed potatoes) and Scottish salmon with black-eyed peas and garlic aioli.

A private dining room is available for parties of 12. 507 Miller Ave, 415.388.3474, hawkstavern.com

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Specializing in Construction and Real Estate Law Harmony Chinese Dishes here are an infusion of many flavors. The barbecue pork bun is filled with house-made roasted meat in a savory sauce; fresh mussels are accented with red chili and Thai basil. Pair your pick with wine, beer or tea. Strawberry Village, 415.381.5300, harmonyrestaurant group.com Piatti Ristorante and Bar Italian The staff prides itself on capturing the warm and welcoming atmosphere of a traditional Italian trattoria. Try for a table at the window for a truly exceptional view right on the water.

625 Redwood Hwy, 415.380.2525, piatti. com Pizza Antica Italian Although a recent Yelp reviewer praised it for having “by far the best thin-crust pizzas in Marin,” this Strawberry shopping center spot also offers antipasti and hearty salads. Wine is served by the glass, half carafe or bottle. 800 Redwood Hwy, 415.383.0600, pizzaantica.com

Robata Grill and Sushi Japanese Robata translates as “by the fireside”; fittingly, food here can be cooked on an open fire and served in appetizer-size portions to pass around the table. Or simply order your own sushi or entrée from the menu. 591 Redwood Hwy, 415.381.8400, robatagrill.com

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Shoreline Coffee Shop American Tucked away in a parking lot at Tam Junction, this Mexican coffee shop is (to quote one Yelper) a “funky diner” with a small-town feel.

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Bistro 330 French In the heart of San Anselmo, Bistro 330 features simple French cuisine: steak frites, mussels, crème brûlée and more. 330 San Anselmo Ave, 415.460.6330 Insalata’s Mediterranean Awardwinning chef Heidi Insalata Krahling offers Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes prepared with local organic produce and artisan meats.

120 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.457.7700, insalatas.com

Sweetwater Music Hall Cafe American Located at the entrance of Sweetwater Music Hall, the cafe is a small oasis of calm dedicated to the F.L.O.S.S. philosophy: Fresh, Local, Organic, Seasonal and Sustainable. Offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, the menu includes brown-butter scrambled eggs on avocado toast, crispy chicken sliders with gingery cabbage slaw and vegan Thai spring rolls with sweet and sour sauce.

19 Corte Madera Ave, 415.388.3850, sweet watermusichall.com Toast American Take the kids out for an omelet or pancake breakfast at this cozy venue; lunch and dinner are served, too. 31 Sunnyside Ave, 415.388.2500, toastmillvalley.com

Novato Chianti Cucina Italian “This cozy eatery features an array of Italian and American choices, including a penne pesto described by one Yelp contributor as a “hot creamy bowl of heaven.” Another standout menu item is the house-made ravioli cooked up by chef Edgar DeLon. 7416 Redwood Hwy, 415.878.0314, chiantinovato.com Hilltop 1892 California Situated in an historic estate in Novato, with sweeping views, Hilltop 1892 offers traditional favorites with a California flair.

Open from breakfast through dinner, as well as Sunday brunch. 850 Lamont Ave, 415.893.1892, hilltop1892.com Rickey’s Restaurant & Bar American Besides a full service restaurant

and bar (with banquet/ meeting rooms) this comfort food classic offers poolside dining and a garden patio overlooking green lawns. During the summer, dine while listening to jazz by the pool from 6:30–9:30 p.m. 250 Entrada Drive, 415.883.9477. rickeysrestaurant.com Toast American Sister to the popular Mill Valley location, Toast Novato features outdoor dining and architecture by Stanley Saitowitz as well as great dishes by executive chef Michael Garcia. 5800 Nave Dr, 415.382.1144, toastnovato.com WildFox American Perched on the hillside off Highway 101, this rustic mesquite grill features smooth cosmos and other beverages and a menu full of comfort dishes like seafood risotto with bits of butternut squash. In the

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The restaurant has a lengthy list of options.

225 Alameda del Prado, 415.883.9125, wildfoxrestaurant.com

Ross Cafe on the Common French A quaint one-room coffeehouse centrally situated near Ross Common.

Get there early for the full selection of pastries to enjoy with fresh-squeezed orange juice. 22 Ross Common, 415.461.2205 Marché Aux Fleurs French This gem of a restaurant is known for cuisine showcasing locally farmed produce, wild and fresh seafood and free-range meats prepared with an artisan’s touch. The wine and beer list is extensive. 23 Ross Common, 415.925.9200, marcheauxfleurs restaurant.com

L’Appart Resto French It’s the second Marin restaurant for the team behind Le Garage Bistro in Sausalito. Owners Bruno Denis and Olivier Souvestre are offering a menu most Francophiles would be proud of, complete with items like smoked herring, bone marrow and cassoulet de legumes.

636 San Anselmo Ave, 415.256.9884, lappartresto.com Lococo’s Pizzeria Italian Worth driving to from all over Marin, and it’s an easy place to meet up with friends. The pizza crust is divine, as is the house salad.

Good spot to come with the entire family. Closed Mondays.

638 San Anselmo Ave, 415.453.1238, lococossananselmo.com Marinitas Mexican The sister restaurant of Insalata’s, Marinitas continues to flourish as a bastion of creative Latin cuisine in Marin.

It may not be as lowpriced as most Mexican

restaurants in the area, but this is not your typical south-of-theborder spot. The festive atmosphere and funky decor complement the excellent food for a classy, lively experience. Finish with the rich tres leches cake.

This place gets packed, so make reservations.

218 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.454.8900, marinitas.net Sweetlife Bakery and Cafe American With an emphasis on simplicity and tradition, the menu here includes fresh-baked pastries, sandwiches, salads and pizza. Swing by in the morning for a breakfast pizza topped with bacon, potato, chives, egg and a thymeinfused white sauce, lunchtime for a tea sandwich, in the evening for a glass of wine.

101 San Anselmo Ave, 415.456.4580, sweet lifebakeryandcafe.com

San Rafael Amici’s East Coast Pizzeria California The array of pizzas includes gluten-free crust options and the new Siciliano, an enticing mix of mozzarella, slow-roasted garlic, sausage, broccoli and crushed red pepper flakes, sans tomato sauce. 1242 Fourth St, 415.455.9777, amicis.com Chalet Basque French This familystyle restaurant serves dishes inspired by the Basque regions of France and Spain, including frog legs in a garlic butter and lemon sauce, a veal calf liver sauté and rack of lamb.

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night enjoy alfresco dining on the outdoor patio. 405 North San Pedro Rd, 415.479.1070, chaletbasquemarin.com Mikey’s Cuban New chef Freddy Caamel has added a Cuban menu to the mix in this casual restaurant.

Try “Mikey’s special” for breakfast, nachos for lunch, or the ropa vieja from the new Cuban menu for dinner. 783 Anderson Dr, 415.454.6453, eatatmikeys.com Panama Hotel Restaurant American The tropical garden is a prime dining spot for people-watching and taking advantage of San Rafael’s warm weather. The Sunday brunch menu is a hit with kids, who can’t get enough of the Panama Waffle served with bananas, warm chocolate sauce and whipped cream. 4 Bayview St, 415.457.3993, panamahotel.com Pizza Orgasmica American Eat in or order a half-baked pizza to cook and enjoy at home. Visit the website for information about

monthly specials such as Orgasmica Madness (tomato sauce, light mozzarella, roasted diced beets, caramelized onion, goat cheese, bacon, sausage and basil) and Patty’s Hot Mama (includes jalapeño ranch sauce and cauliflower). 812 Fourth St, 415.457.2337, pizzaorgasmica.com Taj of Marin Indian Delicious North and South Indian cuisine, from the $8.95 lunch special to dinners that include goat curry, spinach, lentils and tandoori.

Gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options available. 909 4th Street, 415.459.9555, tajofmarin.com Whipper Snapper Restaurant California/Caribbean Owner and chef Bill Higgins serves reasonably priced and delicious tapas. Save room for delicious fish tacos and yummy chocolate bread pudding.

On Sundays, try the $3 glasses of sangria. 1613 Fourth St, 415.256.1818, whipsnap.biz

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Out & About / dine Habanero Carnitas Pizza at California Pizza Kitchen in Corte Madera

Sausalito Angelino Restaurant Italian Father-and-son chefs Pasquale and Alfredo Ancona offer handmade pastas and seasonal antipasti at this authentic Italian restaurant, which has been featuring cuisine of the Campania region for the past 24 years. 621 Bridgeway, 415.331.5225, angelinorestaurant.com Bar Bocce American Food tastes better, your company becomes funnier and issues of the day seem trivial when you’re dining on a bayside patio with fire pits and a bocce ball court.

Throw in sourdough bread pizzas and a glass of wine, and you’ll see why this casual eatery, whose co-owner and executive chef is Robert Price of Buckeye and Bungalow 44, has become a local favorite. 1250 Bridgeway, 415.331.0555, barbocce.com

Caffe DiVino Tuscan Locals come for the tasty pastas and salads as well as coffee drinks, served in a funky one-room setting. 37 Caledonia St, 415.331.9355, caffedivinosausalito.com Cibo Cafe Husbandand-wife team Alfredo and Tera Ancona offer a menu of tarts, croissants, cookies, paninis and soups. Every dish is made from scratch with local and seasonal products. And now Marinites no longer have to drive over the bridge to get famous Blue Bottle coffee. Located in the historic brick building at 1201 Bridgeway.

415.331.2426, cibosausalito.com Feng Nian Chinese Busy at lunch and dinner, this spacious hangout has been a popular spot for wonton soup, pot stickers and daily specials for nearly two decades.

For an indulgent treat

order the Szechwan crispy calamari or honey-glazed walnut prawn. Free delivery. 2650 Bridgeway, 415.331.5300, fengnian.com Fish Seafood It is all about the fresh catch here. You can dine at one of the picnic tables or purchase fish to cook at home. Casual, and bring cash (lots of it!). 350 Harbor Dr, 415.331.3474, 331fish.com Kitti’s Place Thai/ California Known for the tasty Chinese chicken salad and spring rolls. Owner Kitti Suthipipiat was the cook at Comforts in San Anselmo for many years. Try weekly specials like the Thai Toast: crispy sliced baguette topped with shrimp and chicken.

3001 Bridgeway, 415.331.0390, kittisplace.com

Le Garage French Escape the touristy Sausalito spots and grab brunch right on the water. The atmosphere is animated with light French music (think Amélie). The Kobe Burger, though not as Parisian as the other menu items, is to die for. And the much-adored croquemonsieur is under $10.

Opt for indoor or outdoor seating. 85 Liberty Ship Way, 415.332.5625, legaragebistrosausalito. com Murray Circle American Enjoy the sun on the deck of this Cavallo Point restaurant. Locals say they come back for the fresh seasonal specials like wild sturgeon and Wolfe Ranch quail. 601 Murray Circle, 415.339.4750, cavallopoint.com

Plate Shop California If the seasonal menu and 14 large vegetable beds outside the kitchen door aren’t telltale signs, the menu is — the Plate Shop is all about fresh, local and all-organic cuisine. Choose from an extensive wine list and an assortment of cocktails. 39 Caledonia St, 415.887.9047, plateshop.net

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Poggio Italian A great place to celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy a night out.

Executive chef Peter McNee cooks up delicious Northern Italian cuisine using fresh and local ingredients, including produce from the nearby Poggio chef garden. 777 Bridgeway, 415.332.7771, poggiotratoria.com

Sushi Ran Japanese Fresh, innovative small plates are just big enough to share, the traditional sushi is melt-in-your-mouth good, and the wine, cocktail and sake lists keep the pickiest barfly well satisfied.

Even the prices don’t deter the herd of sushi enthusiasts who line up nightly to partake; reservations are required in the main room. 107 Caledonia St, 415.332.3620, sushiran.com

Salito’s Seafood Enjoy a Nick and Nora’s Cocktail Special or a signature dish, including whole roasted Dungeness crab, housemade kettle bread served with Straus butter and sizzling iron-skillets of mussels. 1200 Bridgeway, 415.331.3226, salitoscrabhouse.com Saylor’s Restaurant and Bar California/ Mexican Marin’s first tequila bar offers over 100 tequila options.

Nightly meal specials include chicken potpie, roasted salmon, baby back ribs and traditional meat loaf.

If you’re up for wilder entertainment there are frequent events like margarita night and flight night tequilatasting parties. The private dining room is perfect for large parties.

2009 Bridgeway, 415.332.1512,

Spinnaker Seafood Chef Phil Collins excels at preparing seafood, and it shows in the beautiful plate presentations. Set right on the water, this romantic spot is great for an evening occasion. 100 Spinnaker Dr, 415.332.1500, thespinnaker.com

Sweet Ginger Japanese Owner and chef Edna and Wayne Chiang know their way around good sushi.

Try fresh sashimi, the classic Dragon Roll, 49er’s Roll or Rock ’N Roll, or be adventurous and have Wayne whip you up something off the menu. Good sake and a comfortable setting round out the reasonably priced meal. 400 Caledonia St, 415.332.1683, sweet gingersausalito.com Taste of Rome Italian This local landmark has evolved from a cafe into a full-service restaurant offering pasta, pizza, sandwiches and salad in an authentic Italian ambience. 1000 Bridgeway, 415.332.7660, taste-of-rome.com

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Wellington’s California British transport Jeremy John and his wife, Jill, have created an expansive (2,400-square-foot) wine bar with a homey feel, board games, views of the bay and a worldly cellar featuring affordable bottles and special reserves. The menu offers wines by the glass for $5 to $20 and tasting flights of any three wines for $12. 300 Turney St, 415.331.9463, wellingtonswine.com

Tiburon Caprice California Book the private party room for large groups or just relax in what one Yelp reviewer called “the perfect romantic dinner spot.” Midweek take advantage of the restaurant’s wellpriced three-course dinners for less than $25. 2000 Paradise Dr, 415.435.3400, thecaprice.com Milano Italian Located in the Cove Shopping Center, this family-owned neighborhood spot is known for its pasta and friendly service. A good place to take the kids — or catering option for your next birthday party. 1 Blackfield Dr, 415.388.9100, tiburonmilano.com Salt & Pepper American This sun-filled, hardwoodfloored one room restaurant with bluecheckered tablecloths is a local favorite. Popular items on chef Abraham Monterroso’s menu include scallops, rib-eye steak, a beef burger and traditional crab cakes with jalapeno dipping sauce. 38 Main Street, 415.435.3594

Sam’s Anchor Cafe American Everyone knows Sam’s deck is the prime spot for brunch on a lazy sunny Sunday, and its bar is the town’s historic watering hole, but Sam’s is also a great place for lunch or dinner. Enjoy transfat-free calamari, fresh fish, seasonal salads and pastas. 27 Main St, 415.435.4527, samscafe.com Servino Ristorante Italian Executive Chef Massimo Covello comes to the kitchen via Frantoio and Piazza D’Angelo, where he cooks up an array of rustic Italian dishes, including house-made pastas, wood oven pizzas and seasonal specialties. A member of Marin Organic and one of Marin’s first eateries to become certified as a green business, Servino uses fresh, local and organic ingredients whenever possible. Check the website for the live music schedule. 9 Main St, 415.435.2676, servino.com

West Marin Drakes Beach Cafe American If you’re OK with the long drive, you can’t beat the view and the fresh local ingredients used to make the burgers, salads and soups at this casual spot (Inverness). Walk on the beach after lunch.

1 Drakes Beach Rd, 415.669.1297, drakescafe.com Nick’s Cove American Large windows open the 130-seat eatery to the picturesque Tomales Bay and Hog Island. Menu consists of the freshest available local seafood, oysters and bounty from nearby West Marin farms, including Bodega Bay Dungeness crab cake and Tomales Bay clam chowder (Marshall). 23240 Hwy 1, 415.663.1033, nickscove.com

Osteria Stellina California Whether it’s to cap off a day of hiking or celebrate a romantic anniversary, Osteria Stellina suits any occasion. The menu is Italian-inspired using organic, local ingredients. If you’re looking for something unusual try the goat shoulder, a favorite of locals and tourists alike. Don’t leave without indulging in the standout lemon ice cream sandwich (Point Reyes). 11285 Hwy 1, 415.663.9988, osteriastellina.com Parkside Cafe American Most people know it as the ultimate breakfast spot (think Guatemalan scramble or waffle with blood orange–strawberry compote and whipped cream — served alfresco) but lunch and dinners are popular here too. (Stinson).

43 Arenal Ave, 415.868.1272, parksidecafe.com

Pine Cone Diner American Just off the main road, Joannie Kwit has re-created the ultimate neighborhood diner. Vintage china and homemade curtains complement the eclectic but homey menu featuring local fare. A favorite for locals as well as tourists (Point Reyes Station). 60 Fourth St, 415.663.1536, pineconediner.com Rancho Nicasio American Known for live music and an extensive menu featuring everything from dungeness crab burgers to walnut-crusted goat cheese, Rancho Nicasio is open seven days a week. Be sure to stop by for happy hour from 4-6 p.m. 1 Old Rancheria (Nicasio) Rd, 415.662.2219, ranchonicasio.com Sand Dollar American Enjoy live music along with local barbecued oysters and New England

clam chowder. Sunny deck is great in the afternoon (Stinson).

3458 Shoreline Hwy, 415.868.0434, stinson beachrestaurant.com Station House Cafe American Fresh local homegrown foods, served when available, are showcased on the chef’s menu.

Stop in on weekends for the live music and enticing wine and beer lists. 11180 State Route One, 415.663.1515, stationhousecafe.com Surfers Grill American The view doesn’t get better than this — nor does the surf salad. Built right out on Stinson Beach, this casual lunch spot offers up tasty fresh organic salads alongside corn dogs, burgers and fries.

Stinson Beach Park, Hwy 1, 415.868.1777, surfersgrill.com

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From family-night to date-night and special events, Brick & Bottle brings a fresh approach to California cuisine. Enjoy favorites such as thincrust pizzas, Mary’s chicken, braised short ribs, organic salads, and healthy Kids’ meals. Join us at the bar for lite bites and lively conversation.

The Caprice is in its 50th year, earning seven Open Table Diners’ Choice awards including three number one awards for Marin County. Come try our rack of lamb and pumpkin croquettes and finish with cherry-ricotta beignets. Join us for a memorable dinner.

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Chianti Cucina, a family friendly Italian restaurant in Novato, welcomes you to our family, where great food, service and atmosphere await you. We invite you to our table, offering a casual and memorable experience. At Chianti Cucina, you’ll feel like a neighborhood regular.

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Consistently rated “Best of Marin,” Comforts offers fine city and home-style food. Our menus change daily to reflect what is fresh and in season, using only the best, quality ingredients. Enjoy breakfast or lunch in our café, or choose from a wide range of take-out items. Catering also available. Open 7 days.

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• Black and White Ball Paul Simon headlined the biannual event June 2, featuring 10 bands, five stages and lots of food and drink in various locations on a temporarily closed Van Ness Avenue. Proceeds benefited the San Francisco Symphony’s music education programs.

Chris, Susanne, Brian and Barbara Reed and Tim Dobbs

• Marin/scapes The art show and gala offered attendees the chance to mingle with artists who paint Marin scenes. The June 30–July 1 event benefited Buckelew Programs, Family Service Agency of Marin and the Helen Vine Recovery Center.

• Marin Sonoma Concours d’Elegance Guests stopped by our booth at the Concours May 18–20 to have their Marin Magazine celebrity photo taken. They posed for the camera sporting Gatsby-era or classic carrelated props.

Angelo and Christina Pera

Moanalani Jeffrey (Black and white); Mo DeLong (Marin/Scapes)

Gretchen Kimball, Patricia Ferrin Loucks, Barbara Brookins-Schneider, Patricia Sprincin, Sallie Huntting and Ginger Crane

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• Marin Art Festival Guests enjoyed hands-on projects, music and dance performances and works from more than 200 artists June 16–17 at this “lawn party for the arts.”

Jim and Connie Ludwig

Dana Davol, Adrian Emery, Kathleen Lipinski and Steve Emery

Tim and Kathleen Caid

Richard Wheeler (Marin Art Festival)

• MarinMOCA Challenge Grant The Marin Museum of Contemporary Art in Novato at Hamilton Field hosted a party February 2 in celebration of having raised $50,000 to meet a challenge grant in the same amount provided by the Donald O. Collins Foundation in 2010.

Connie Newhall, Yoshi Tome, Kyle and Jamie Redford

• In Defense of Animals Film Night A cocktail reception sponsored by the nonprofit In Defense of Animals at Sushi Ran May 12 marked the opening night of How I Became an Elephant at the Sausalito Film Festival.

After the party, guests attended the premiere of the documentary film.

Heather Murray and Denise Athas

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• Mill Valley Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting Connoisseurs and lovers of fine wine, handcrafted beers and specialty foods found all three in abundance as they roamed around the Depot in Mill Valley June 24.

Tina McArthur, Donys Powell, Richard Rubenstein and Bob Powell

Mark Palmer, chef Rick Edge and Mackenzie Ward

• Supper Club The Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary hosted its first-ever outdoor supper club June 2 featuring organic food served on one long table in a meadow. The event included live bluegrass music and a viewing of a full moon rising over Angel Island.

Edward Lichty, Kelly Corrigan, Tyler Florence, Rick Ronald and Anne Harper

• Notes & Words Kickoff Party Marin residents got together in Marin for a pre-party before the April 28 Notes & Words event at Oakland’s Fox Theater. The annual event benefits Children’s Hospital Oakland.

Jay Jacobs, Liz Hume and Ned Scheetz

Ed Smith (MTC 45); GARY FERBER (MV WINE AND FOOD); Mo Delong (notes & words)

• MTC 45th Anniversary Gala + Auction The Marin Theatre Company hosted its annual gala and auction at the Corinthian Yacht Club May 5. More than 175 guests helped raise more than $105,000 to support the theater’s artistic and education programs.

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Renovated in June 2011, the 3,000-square-foot Spa at Casa Madrona Hotel offers an extensive menu of luxury spa treatments and services that use products from the sea in a setting inspired by the natural beauty of the bayside community of Sausalito.

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Marin Home fro m to u r s a n d m a k eov e r s to d eco r at iv e d e ta i l s a n d r e a lto r i n s i g h t s

From Berkeley to Bolinas A paperwork nightmare becomes a family’s great escape.

by PJ Bremier • Photos by tim porter

An infinity lap pool overlooks the Bolinas Lagoon.

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was set on five sunny acres, with four bedrooms, three bathrooms, an attached second in the East Bay, unit, an infinity lap pool and broad views. we made a lot of Still, their agent, Terry Donohue of Bolinas weekend trips out Real Estate, held out hope. “I just knew this to West Marin,” was the property for them,” she insists. “I Courtney Cart says, explaining why she and her loved the clean, contemporary lines and the husband, Bob, recently traded in their cozy East Bay digs for a large, modern Bolinas home. “Now expansive windows that incorporated the ever-changing drama of the sky, the hills and we are where we wanted to be on weekends.” the lagoon’s tidal flows. I was determined to The couple, both originally from South see the house go Carolina, loved to the right buyers their iconic Bernard They considered homes up and excited when Maybeck–designed and down the California coast the Carts were able Berkeley cottage, before deciding on Bolinas. to purchase it for a but with two young fraction of what it children, “we were would have cost to build it 15 years ago.” bursting at the seams,” she admits. “And The deal itself, however, took 10 months while we wanted to be near the city, we also of negotiations, and the process included a wanted to live in a rural community and be pre-foreclosure action, multiple listing agents close to nature.” and lenders, and sellers who were in complete They considered homes up and down the disagreement. The place, formerly used as a California coast before deciding on Bolinas. weekend party spot, suffered from deferred But they didn’t go after the house Courtney maintenance which was a factor as well. coveted most — the one they would eventuToday, the house has a new life as a famally buy: “We knew it was listed but it was just ily home. There are solar panels on the roof too expensive.” Architecturally stunning, and beehives under a grove of trees. A flock of designed by William Leddy of San Francisco’s chickens bustles about the vegetable garden.

Leddy Maytum Stacy Architects, the home hen w e lived

And the young family in residence is thrilled with the place and the new hometown, citing great neighbors, a vibrant local school and endless social and hiking opportunities.

Even the drive home is a treat for Bob Cart. “Coming home over the hill on the Panoramic Highway from Mill Valley and seeing the ocean and Bolinas,” he says, “is really just like an escape.” m

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the details Where they purchased Bolinas (the Mesa) What they bought A William Leddy–designed four-bedroom home Listing Agents Dona Crowder, TRI Coldwell Banker; Paul Bragstad, Pacific Union; and Judy LeMarr, Frank Howard Allen Realtors Selling Agent Terry Donohue, Bolinas Real Estate Stats Average cost per square foot for homes in neighborhood: $606

Opposite page: A sleek kitchen opens up to the family room seen below. This page, clockwise from top: Front entrance path; a child’s bedroom; chaise lounges near the pool; a fireplace; master bedroom; a pet rooster.

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Branching Out

They are green, red, brown and gold, and some are manicured while others seem to be running wild.

They are the trees of Marin.

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Photos by Tim Porter

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APR SOARS TO #5 IN THE NATION Alain Pinel Realtors not only continues to lead the Bay Area in home sales, but has also been ranked by REAL Trends Magazine as the fifth most productive residential real estate firm in the country, based on sales volume.

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From the estate of the inventor of the first automatic swimming pool cleaner, Andrew L. Pansini. See the sun rise and set from this magnificent, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 5200+/-sf property.

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Square footage, acreage, and other information herein, has been received from one or more of a variety of different sources. Such information has not been verified by Alain Pinel Realtors.

If important to buyers, buyers should conduct their own investigation.

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Reduced! Warm, light-filled, 4bd, 3.5ba contemporary. Kitchen with 6-burner Viking range and Sub Zero refrigerator, wine room, oak hardwood floors and great room with access to patio and rear yard. Serene views.

Sonoma South, overlooking the Ross Valley.

Rebuilt in 2001 with all the bells and whistles, this sophisticated, 5bd/4.5ba, 3-level home exudes casual elegance. 4691+/-sf on over .75acre with privacy, space and quality.

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If important to buyers, buyers should conduct their own investigation.

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6BR/4BA 27EvergreenDrive.com Offered at $3,195,000

Opening Doors to Life in Marin Resort Living in Heart of Ross!

Indoor-outdoor kitchen opens to patio, pool, lawn, and glorious gardens Hamptons style home perfect for entertaining Steve Wiesenbaker design, newly built in 2001 Ideal location near award-winning Ross School 4BR/4BA www.RossResortHome.com Offered at $2,995,000

Stephanie Lamarre

Broker Associate

415.806.3176 stephanie@stephanielamarre.com DRE# 01840604

Square footage, acreage, and other information herein, has been received from one or more of a variety of different sources. Such information has not been verified by Alain Pinel Realtors.

If important to buyers, buyers should conduct their own investigation.

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CANDACE AND KEITH NORDSTROM Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage T. 415.302.7404 | CandaceNordstrom.com

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67 MOLINO AVE | DOWNTOWN MILL VALLEY, CA

QUINTESSENTIAL WINSHIP PARK | 39 WINSHIP AVE, ROSS, CA

5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths | $3.545,000

5 bedrooms, 2 baths | $2,195,000

Elegant, modernized 1908 Period Residence of distinct character. Presented with great style and flair. www.67molinoave.cbrb.com

Estate quality tucked in the flats of quiet and magical Winship Park. Prepare to be impressed by the tree lined street of this upscale neighborhood.

JEANNINE VOIX PAGANINI, BROKER Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage T. 415.509.8078 | www.camoves.com/Jeannine.VoixPaganini

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FOX LODGE OVERLOOKING OLEMA VALLEY | 2 FOX DRIVE, INVERNESS 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths | $1,350,000 Discover grandeur and solitude in this well built four bedroom, two and one-half bath home beautifully renovated and furnished in an inviting lodge style. Features include kitchen with concrete countertops and high-end appliances, a spacious banquette for casual dining and a formal dining area for larger gatherings. Nestled beside the Pt. Reyes National Seashore on an acre of usable land, this fully furnished home is close to beaches, hiking trails and great restaurants in downtown Pt. Reyes Station. www.2FoxDr.com

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1 Skyview Road, Ross 1Skyview.com l $5,500,000

2 Presidio Court, Corte Madera 2PresidioCourt.com l $1,125,000

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8 Woodside Way, Ross 8WoodsideWay.com l $995,000

Active Listing (non-mls)

15 Morrison Road, Ross 15Morrison.com l $5,500,000

Spectacular 3.6-acre estate with guest house, swimming pool, privacy, world-class views and stunning architecture.

Beautiful 4BD, 3BA home on corner lot with gorgeous hardwood floors, plantation shutters and lush landscaping.

Charming 3BD, 2BA home in Old Ross ideally situated on a quiet street just blocks from Ross School and local lakes.

A ‘hard-to-find’ 5-acre mid-century modern estate with private, gated driveway, pool and stunning panoramic views.

Active Listing

Active Listing

Active Listing

Just Sold

6 Duff Lane, Ross 6DuffLane.com l $5,295,000

127 Cypress Avenue, Kentfield 127Cypress.com l $2,095,000

9 Bridge Road, Kentfield 9BridgeRoad.com l $1,895,000

Elegant 5BD, 5BA home with swimming pool, private lane, gated driveway, lush landscaping and unbeatable location.

Lovely 4BD, 3.5BA East Coast-style home in Del Mesa neighborhood with great floor plan and lush landscaping on corner lot.

Gorgeous vintage 4BD, 3BA Craftsman home in wonderful location with updated kitchen, baths and amenities.

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Just Sold

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57 Bridge Road, Ross List Price: $2,695,000 Represented Seller

Just Sold

25 Manor Road, Kentfield List Price: $2,395,000

12 Woodside Way, Ross List Price: $1,995,000

1 Crystal Creek Court, Larkspur List Price: $1,250,000

32 Fern Road, Larkspur List Price: $1,249,000

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Represented Buyer and Seller

Represented Buyer and Seller

Represented Buyer

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Nicasio Valley Estate, 10 Lafranchi, Nicasio • Offered at $1,595,000 10Lafranchi.com Approximately 2.4 flat acres with lawns, gated orchard and wonderful English gardens. Valley vistas spanning 360 degrees.

Private Homeowners Association. Close to Nicasio Square and Rancho Nicasio. Three bedrooms and three baths plus separate guest quarters. Forty-five minutes to San Francisco’s Financial District.

Jay Patterson 415.308.0371 jpatterson@fhallen.com DRE#: 00243412

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1650 Indian Valley Road, Novato • $1,999,950 1650IndianValley.com Gorgeous French Colonial located in prestigious Indian Valley with beautiful views (16 acres/4 parcels included). Home features 6 BR/4.5 BA, high ceilings throughout, theater room, and wine cellar. Relax by the pool or stroll to the pond. Caretaker’s home; 8-car garage, and auto shop with lift.

Peter Schardt 415.328.2637 pschardt@fhallen.com peterschardt.com DRE#01702383

30 Oak Shade Lane, Novato • $1,399,000 30OakShadeLane.com Nestled on just under one acre, this 4 BR/4.5 BA home has it all: gorgeous chef’s kitchen, soaring ceilings, dramatic living/dining rooms, spacious family room with fireplace off kitchen, den/office, detached guest suite and pool/spa.

165 Wild Horse Valley, Novato • $1,626,000 165WildHorse.com Beautifully renovated with the highest quality materials and its own elevator, this 3BR/3.5BA home boasts an amazing great room with breathtaking views, gourmet kitchen, gorgeous master suite, media room/possible 4th bedroom, terraced garden including pizza oven and spa.

John Hammer, REALTOR® 415.971.4769 jhammer@fhallen.com JohnHammer.com DRE #00975220

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10 Margarita Drive, San Rafael • $4,495,000 10MargaritaDr.com This magnificent brand new 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath gated estate embodies the true essence of classic design combined with the convenience and efficiency of today’s state-of-the-art amenities. Situated on approximately one level acre in the prestigious Country Club area, this unique property also offers a 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest house.

Alva Falla, Falla Associates afalla@fhallen.com 415.518.1930 AlvaFalla.com DRE #00628712

422 Vista Linda, Mill Valley • $2,150,000 Located in the desirable Country Club neighborhood and adjacent to Mill Valley Golf Course, this beautifully crafted, contemporary home features 4BR/3BA, spacious great room and gourmet kitchen. French doors open to spectacular landscaping and level lawn. Sale pending.

Jennifer Falla Firkins jfirkins@fhallen.com 415.602.5768 DRE #01255172

190 Via Lerida, Greenbrae • $1,395,000 190ViaLerida.com Wonderful, spacious move-in ready home. This 4BR/3BA home welcomes you with a grand entry foyer and sliding doors from both the living room and kitchen which open to an expansive deck with views. Great location close to many amenities.

Judy LeMarr 2012 Secretary, Marin Association of REALTORS 415.793.5030 • judy@marindreamhome.com www.MarinDreamHome.com

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Showcase of Homes 15 cabrillo court, San raFael Simply Spectacular Dwell Home 2012

This Redefined Eichler jewel was featured in this year’s sold out Dwell Tour, Metropolitan Home, Marin Magazine, numerous films, commercials and recently

selected as 100 Best Designs by Michael Lassell. Being a Designers own home has

many benefits. The attention to detail is rarely seen in remodeled midcentury homes.

Rebuilt from the frame up, this E 111 model features open atrium, 4 bedroom/3

baths and one story. No expense spared in the homes finishes from solid core doors, upscale appliances, lutron lighting, custom kitchen, low e windows and sliders, new radiant heating optional cooling and porcelain floors. The large lot provides views

and direct access to open space. The home is architecturally designed for art and

entertaining. The long list of sellers improvements and their hard work means you can enjoy life at home today, not under construction.

Offered at $1,199,000 | www.EichlerAsArt.com

Marika Sakellariou 415.713.8848 marika@mcguire.com

263 Glen Drive, SauSalito Beautifully updated vintage bungalow nestled in a magical garden setting with

enchanting views! This 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is in one of Sausalito’s best weather areas, not far from the shops and cafes of Caledonia Street. Seclusion and privacy can be hard to come by in such a central location, but this charming 1940s

home offers all that and more: Excellent views of the bay & Angel Island. A private, sunny garden, with a classic greenhouse room. Ideal indoor-outdoor flow between

the living areas, gardens and terrace. A luxurious master bathroom with antique

Portuguese clawfoot tub. Private outdoor spa. This is truly a unique, artistic home, graced by notable artists, lamas and even a Tibetan princess on her honeymoon!

Offered at $1,725,000 | www.263Glen.com

recent ecent SaleS (buyer or S Seller repreSentation) Sentation) 31 Grove, corte Madera • 520 oakdale, corte Madera 49 canyon, Fairfax • 6 Gretchen, Greenbrae 26 Scenic, San anselmo • 2 acacia, San rafael

new liStinG coMinG Soon! tiburon 5 bedroom with great yard & bay views, $1,895,000

Sharon Faccinto 415.272.3799 sfaccinto@mcguire.com DRE# 01036478

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Sycamore Park is a sought-after neighborhood and will always be.

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Great central location with a custom-built enclosed sunroom. This home is move-in ready with fresh carpet & paint. $175,500. #138

Robert Stivers Broker 415.492.2408 rstivers.villamarin@gmail.com Cal Lic #210108102 CCRC #158

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Ah er n + Ka lm b a ch Coming Soon 300 Montford, Mill Valley Modern Farmhouse Have you ever heard yourself say, “I’ll know the house, when I see it?” 300 Montford will give you that “knowing feeling” with its inspiring design by renowned Mill Valley Architect Kelly Haegglund. Ideally located in the flats of sunny Homestead Valley, this modern farmhouse style home has all of the bells and whistles on your wish list: stylish curb appeal with welcoming front porch for interacting with the neighbors, open floor plan with dramatic vaulted ceilings in the living room, and a generous usable flat backyard that is immediately off the great room. This home has 4 well-appointed bedrooms, impeccable finishes and brand new quality construction. Mill Valley has the exceptional public schools, the charming, vibrant town, access to the best outdoor environment that nature has to offer, 300 Montford has the rest.

Offered at $2,495,000

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LUXURY PROPERTY SPECIALIST 415.531.2981 DRE #01411471 Radhi@ahern-kalmbach.com

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Successfully Closed 1st & 2nd Quarter Transactions 271 Trinidad Drive, Tiburon – Represented Seller 12 Saint Lucia Place, Tiburon – Represented Seller

11 Saint Lucia Place, Tiburon _ Represented Seller 18 Saint Lucia Place, Tiburon – Represented Buyer

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Karen Z. Hardesty 415.265.3344 kzhardesty@sothebysrealty.com KarenZHardesty.com Committed to Extraordinary Service

Chelsea E. Ialeggio 415.300.6881 chelsea@sothebysrealty.com ChelseaInMarin.com Redefining Service in Real Estate

15 Fernwood Drive, San Anselmo

Chelsea E. Ialeggio 415.300.6881 chelsea@sothebysrealty.com ChelseaInMarin.com Redefining Service in Real Estate

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Exceptional craftsmanship and exquisite style are the foundation for this contemporary, custom-built home. The lush setting envelops you as you approach. A substantial great room offers French doors leading to a spacious deck, perfect for entertaining or dining al fresco. The adjacent chef’s kitchen features a large Caesarstone island, stylish Italian glass tile, a 2-drawer wine cooler, commercial-grade appliances, elegant lighting, cathedral ceilings, extensive cabinetry, and tons of natural light. The ample dining room retains a feeling of warmth but is large enough for holiday gatherings and entertaining. This level is completed by two spacious bedrooms with double-door closets, a chic full bathroom, access to the two-car garage, and a powder room.

An oasis of a light-filled master suite awaits you upstairs with French doors leading to a sunny patio and lush views. The stylish master bathroom features double sinks, a luxurious tub, a spacious separate shower, and elegant finishes. There is also an additional room on this level that is perfect as an office or a nursery. The lower level features an expansive media room with French doors leading to a stone patio, a fourth bedroom, full bathroom and a half bath, a temp-controlled, 800+ bottle wine room, and well-equipped laundry room.

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Stunning mid-century modern on a quiet cul-de-sac just minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge. Approximately 3,500 square feet perfectly sited on over ½ acre to take advantage of privacy and views, this home offers a canvas for casual living and elegant entertaining. Spacious living room, dramatic mirrored gallery dining room, kitchen with center island, family room and breakfast area leading to a patio and lush garden. The master suite offers two baths, two dressing areas, an office space and enclosed sunroom leading to a private deck. Elegant free-form pool, spa, meditation garden, decks and patios. Four bedrooms, four baths, office, storage 2-car garage. Lush landscaping, space and light make this home the perfect retreat.

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• From December to June 2012 the sale of Marin homes rose an unprecedented 38%.

• Not since May of 2007 have we sold over 226 homes in a single month.

• Surprisingly, the housing inventory is at the lowest it’s been since June of 2005.

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Newly built in 1996, this contemporary style home is perfectly sited at the end of a private drive, in an exclusive enclave of estate properties, and offers breathtaking panoramic San Francisco Bay and mountain views. Four bedrooms, four and one half baths (plus separate one bedroom, two bath guest house), dramatic design features throughout include large picture windows, high ceilings, and multiple expansive decks and patios. The indoor/outdoor layout of the home is optimal for capturing the essence of this very special setting. A nature lover’s delight, the property is gently studded by majestic redwood trees and backs up to open space, providing easy access to miles of hiking and biking trails. Look no further for your state-of-the-art retreat, offering every amenity for sophisticated and luxurious living.

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Ronald Parks Broker and CPA 415.297.9000 ronparks@sothebysrealty.com www.westbayre.com

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“The Pink House,” Belvedere’s most authentic example of the Mission Revival style at the height of its popularity, circa 1912, when the home was built by J. M. Howells, with its curved parapet at the gable ends, quatrefoil windows and tile roof, all still clearly visible today. Entry-garden and circular drive to the formal living room with large wood-burning fireplace and built-in book shelves, all of old-growth, hand-hewn redwood, and the adjacent arched terrace with unobstructed views of Mt. Tamalpais, the Sausalito harbor, Golden Gate Bridge and the entire San Francisco skyline. Formal dining room with built-in china cabinet and kitchen with built-in desk and access to the entry garden, the view-side terrace and the au pair quarters. Upstairs level with four bedrooms, one of which has fireplace, balcony and full bath, and all of which open to the glass-walled view-side gallery. The luxurious master suite occupies the entire top floor, with fireplace, private view-side terrace, large walk-in dressing area and lavish marble bath with jetted tub (with Golden Gate Bridge view), glass-enclosed shower stall and the quatrefoil; the adjacent sitting room, with the opposite quatrefoil, offers added flexibility for an en-suite study or nursery. Lower level has office with stone fireplace, au pair studio with kitchen access, a separate one-bedroom apartment and the extraordinary ballroom with arched entry, wide staircase, ten view-side windows and bar. Seven bedrooms, five and one half baths, and a wonderful step back in time… $11,750,000

BiLL BULLOCk (415) 384-4000

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Looking Back

The World Was Watching

Sixty-two years ago, Marin was at the epicenter of the death penalty debate. By Jim Wood

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n 1960, Ca ryl Chessman was executed at San Quentin

State Prison — yet he had never been accused, let alone convicted, of murdering anyone. Chessman’s execution brought worldwide attention to Marin County. His legal appeals involved California Governor Pat Brown and the U.S. Supreme Court, and in March 1960, his portrait, with San Quentin’s apple-green gas chamber behind him, was on the cover of Time magazine.

Twelve years earlier, Chessman, at age 26 already a career criminal, was arrested in Los Angeles on 17 counts including robbery, kidnapping and sexual assault. There was little doubt that he and an accomplice stole $300 and some men’s clothing and pistol-whipped their victims. However, as to the kidnapping and sexual assault charges — which garnered Chessman the moniker

“the Red Light Bandit,” because he allegedly approached couples in their car with a red cellophane–covered car spotlight, thus imitating a police officer — there was grave doubt.

Chessman was convicted and the judge ordered he be put to death. He spent the next 12 years filing successful stays of execution, writing books and winning support from the likes of Albert Einstein, Eleanor Roosevelt, Billy Graham, Pablo Casals, liberal author Norman Mailer and conservative columnist William F. Buckley. But others such as San Quentin warden Clinton Duffy, quoted in Alan Bisbort’s intriguing When You Read This, They Will Have Killed Me (Carroll & Graf, 2006), called him “one of the most dangerous men” he had ever known, a person who “combined the brains of a savant with the morals of a deviate.”

As Chessman’s execution date approached, tensions increased and hundreds of protesters gathered outside the prison gates with banners reading “The Whole World Is Watching Us.” Marin County sheriffs were out in force (pictured) in case the situation got out of hand.

On May 2, 1960, execution day, Chessman’s attorneys made one last appeal before the appointed hour of 10 a.m. and got a 24-hour reprieve — but the judge’s secretary dialed San Quentin and got the wrong number. When the warden’s office was finally reached, the response was, “I’m sorry, it’s too late.

The pellets have just been dropped.”

Caryl Chessman’s final words: “I am not the Red Light Bandit.” m

From When You Read This, They Will Have Killed Me (Carroll & Graf, 2006)

circa 1960

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