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When Judi Kirshbaum asked her doctor about the strange thumping in her ears, the last thing on her mind was her bike accident three months earlier. When Judi fell, the handlebars had jammed into her neck as she landed. She was bruised and shaken but did not seem to have significant damage. The tests her doctor ordered showed a 90% blockage of her carotid artery. A blockage this severe raises concern for stroke, and yet, it would have never been discovered if her doctor hadn’t listened. Judi was quickly referred to a vascular surgeon at Marin General Hospital who diagnosed an injury to the artery caused by the bike accident – a tear in the artery wall called a dissection. The surgeon opened and repaired the damaged artery with life-saving precision.

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Contents

MAY 2018

Features

46 Dive In The benefits of open water swimming.

50 Fantastic Four Women thriving in business help each other.

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38 Art Life Meet our cover contest winner and the runners-up.

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Contents 25 Currents Pet therapy, wellness, local app makers and more.

30 Q&A A modern-day Rosie the Riveter.

32 FYI Local youth join the gun control movement.

34 Conversation The woman behind Equator Coffees.

Destinations

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

104 On the Scene Snapshots from events in Marin and San Francisco.

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109 Backstory Great gathering places in Mill Valley.

112 Garden Planting a fire-safe garden.

80 Travel Buzz Great getaways.

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14 Editor’s Note 16 What’s Inside 154 Looking Back

Elizabeth Geisler loves to paint images of the water at her studio in Sausalito’s ICB Building.

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83 Calendar A roundup of what to do in Marin and beyond.

75 Go Rediscovering the Windy City.

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Art ART DIRECTOR Rachel Griffiths PRODUCTION MANAGER Alex French ILLUSTRATORS Marco Melgrati, David Wilson CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Liz Daly, Mo DeLong, Lenny Gonzalez, Steve Kepple, Nader Khouri, Tim Porter

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Editor’s Note

Wonder Women In this issue we celebrate female spirit and ingenuity and all it can accomplish.

Diana Coopersmith, an artist who works with 2,500-degree metal, showed up for her portrait at Blink Inc studio straight from a job site wearing a face shield and apron meant to block the flying sparks.

ing about it, Marin Magazine is finally dedicating an issue to the celebration of women.

The delay was not from a lack of enthusiasm for the idea; it just can feel unnecessary to call attention to gender.

Associate editor Kasia Pawlowska is often first in our editing process to ask, Why write “female” in front of “entrepreneur” or “doctor”?

Good point. Such thinking seemed to provide even more reason to skip what felt like a trend in the magazine business. But as we started to plan the articles for this issue, I got more excited than I had expected to be. Take the “Fantastic Four” feature — I love the story of how the women we profile relied on each other as they created nationally recognized brands.

Staff riter Kier Holmes, also a business owner, highlighted two inspiring stories this month. Diana Coopersmith, an artist who works with 2,500-degree metal, showed up for her portrait at Blink Inc studio straight from a job site wearing a face shield and apron meant to block the flying sparks. Holmes also spoke to Helen Russell, whose popular Equator Coffees & Teas was recognized as California Small Business of the Year in 2016. It all started with some coffee beans in her Corte Madera garage.

Humble beginnings also call to mind another success story included in our profiles celebrating women. Chelsea Ialeggio’s journey is not a surprise, more like a reassurance that hard work can pay off. I first met her playing volleyball in San Francisco. At a birthday celebration, one of her former sailing instructors teased her about her habit of making each student a framed photo at the end of each week.

Overachiever, they called her. A decade later, her mom, Karen Hardesty, sold us our first home in Mill Valley. If it weren’t for Hardesty’s steady guidance through the emotional process

there is no way we would have started our life in Marin on Plymouth Avenue. Meanwhile Ialeggio was climbing the corporate ladder, eventually heading up the London office of Bank of America Securities before she turned 30. Like mother, like daughter. Many years later she ended up back home and working with her mother in real estate. Ialeggio’s work ethic followed her everywhere, even when I brought her along to Tahoe as a plus-one. She worked in the car the entire way up — I had to listen to my audiobook with earbuds. I was spared that fate on the way back — she got a ride home a day early to close a deal — but to me her example just proves you have to work hard; success doesn’t just happen (although Ialeggio is off y plus-one list until she retires).

Flipping through the “celebrating women” profiles, I smiled at recognizing so many familiar faces. Both my daughters loved their time at Happy Feet; Kendall at Malugani Tires has tended to our tire needs for nearly two decades; and I’ve enjoyed watching Grace Kraaijvanger evolve the Hivery to the gorgeous spot it now calls home on Miller Avenue.

Our community is enhanced by these businesses and I’m grateful.

Reading these stories, I was reminded that life is mostly about change, sometimes good, often scary. And support from your friends (men included, of course) can make all the difference. I hope you will get as inspired as I did reading these pages and the profiles in our special section. And as much as I do love getting letters from readers about the people we forget to mention, please know we will be doing this again next year, and this time I’m really looking forward to it. So go ahead, actually, and send those letters — I’d like to get started early.

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What’s Inside

We wrap up features with a section that celebrates women. Peruse the profiles to get a sense of all the extraordinary things women in our community are doing, and read Laura

Peruse the profiles to get a sense of all the extraordinary things women in our community are doing.

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here at Marin Magazine is seeing all the beautiful art that comes in for our cover contest.

This year we received more than 200 submissions in all types of mediums and styles, but as always, only one could rise to the top. ICB artist Elizabeth Geisler’s painting of the waters of Richardson Bay took that honor; read about her artistic process and see the work of four runners-up in our feature.

Speaking of water, in Subcultures this month we talk to fans of open-water swimming. Members of local groups and clubs describe the challenge and cold-water health benefits of swimming the bay to places like Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge.

Hilgers’ story on four who chalk a lot of their accomplishments up to mutual support.

Up front also has a female focus, including interviews with a real-life Rosie the Riveter and the co-founder/CEO of Equator Coffees and Teas. Both have found success doing what they love. You can also read about how the youth gun control movement is affecting and motivating students in Marin.

In Destinations, Jim Wood revisits Chicago to see how the Windy City has evolved since his previous trip. He’s found some attractions you won’t want to miss.

It’s a big issue full of enticing reads; we hope you enjoy it and also take a moment to celebrate the women in your life.

Daniel Jewett, Managing Editor

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We chose illustrator Marco Melgrati, who came up with the intriguing drawings you see here.

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Contributors

Kirsten Jones Neff Writer, “The Kids Are All Right” (p. 32) What excites you most about the recent student uprising against gun violence?

These students are fearless and clearheaded, reminding us that we can take charge of our own destiny. They inspire us to work as tirelessly as they have been working to protect our citizens from gun violence.

What do you feel must be done to enact permanent change? My research leads me to believe Congress must enact an assault weapon ban and establish much tighter federal standards for firearm purchases — the type of licensing requirements we see in Japan or Australia.

Where has your work appeared before?

Edible Marin and Edible Wine Country, Modern Farmer, Stanford Magazine, Ms. Magazine, and Grown and Flown, among other print and digital publications

Liz Daly Photographer, Backstory (p. 109) Describe your dream home. It’s an older home with the historic charm and character of my New England roots, but updated for a contemporary function and flow.

What’s the most challenging part of your job?

There are often lots of moving parts that need to come together and details to think through ahead of the shoot day, but the preparation definitely makes the shoot smoother and more fun.

Where has your work appeared before? Modern Luxury magazines, HGTV Magazine, Good Housekeeping magazine, Design Sponge

Nader Khouri Photographer, “Fantastic Four” (p. 50) What kind of vibe were you trying to capture in this shoot? I wanted to show the spirit of what it took for these four great friends to continue showing up for each other all of these years. So I would say upbeat and supportive is the vibe I wanted to create.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Working with people who really care about what they do and who want to improve the quality of their lives.

Where has your work appeared before?

San Francisco Magazine, 7x7, Edible SF and Edible Marin, Diablo, Food and Wine, Bon Appétit and Where magazines

David Wilson Illustrator, On the Job (p. 27) What initially sparked your interest in illustrating? My interest was sparked at a young age through comic books, continued in high school through punk album art, and really stuck in college, while studying how art could be used to tell stories, represent ideas or solve problems visually.

What kind of assignments do you enjoy the most? Assignments that lean heavily on concept are always fun. Trying to problem-solve a visual solution for a topic or article is always a fun and usually a rewarding challenge.

Where has your work appeared before? My work has appeared in The Atlantic, The Boston Globe, New York magazine, Seattle Met and The WWE. I’m also co-authoring and illustrating Rust Belt Arcana, a book of essays juxtaposing tarot and nature, out via Belt Publishing this fall.

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Aaron Pribble, your summary is very well stated (“Teacherland,” December). I’m so glad I bought the book Teacherland. It is thought provoking and entertaining. DONNA MCGLAUGHLIN, SPEECH/LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST, AUBURN, VIA ONLINE

Energy Debate

The March issue letter from your reader regarding free heat in Denmark (in response to “Garbage to Wattage,” Currents, January) is interesting, but way off ase. The Copenhagen Post says Denmark tops EU for energy fees, including heating. While the actual energy cost may be low, up to 70 percent of the total bill is accounted for by taxes and fees; a large portion of those taxes goes to subsidize the “low cost” of the energy. If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is not true. JON ARILD, FAIRFAX

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I was delighted to read your article (“Dance Fever,” February) about dance. The piece has such a positive message introducing exercise and movement alternatives for people of all ages, especially the adult population. I would like to introduce myself. I am Anna Halprin, dance teacher here in Marin County. I offer weekly dance classes here at Mountain Home Studio for people of all walks of life. Most of my classes are attended by adults from all over the world. ANNA HALPRIN, KENTFIELD 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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Regarding your article on dance, I’d like to add a dance organization to your list of options. Marin Ballet has been offering adult ballet classes at the intermediate level, every weekday, for at least 30-plus years. Currently, we are fortunate to be taught classical and contemporary ballet technique by retired principal dancers from National Ballet of Canada, San Francisco Ballet and Dance Theater of Harlem and by the founder and choreographer of Inside Out Contemporary Ballet. HEIDI WAGNER, MILL VALLEY

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I was delighted to read your story “Up, Up and Away” (March). I had recently taken a visitor to the top of Mount Tam to see the sights when some of those very same hang gliders suddenly appeared on the horizon. We drove up Ridgecrest to find and photograph them and had a wonderful conversation with David and Judy. GREG OSTROFF, VIA EMAIL M A R I N M AY 2 0 1 8 21

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The scoop on Bay Area events you’ll want to attend [UPCOMING EVENTS] MARINSCAPES FINE ART EXHIBIT & BENEFIT WHEN Gala June 21; reception June 22; show June 23–24 WHERE Escalle Winery, 771 Magnolia Avenue, Larkspur WHY YOU The 30th anniversary event SHOULD features an exclusive preview GO opening night gala that will take place on June 21. This year’s MarinScapes celebrates its Pearl Jubilee, 30 years of strengthening individuals, families and communities. Founded in 1988, MarinScapes showcases the works of over 30 artists and photographers who capture Marin County’s spectacular views and magnificent scenic vistas. The annual event is a fundraiser for Buckelew Programs, whose mission is to help people with mental health and addiction challenges lead healthier, more independent lives by providing treatment and support.

COST Gala $175 pp/$300 couple; reception $20; show $15 FIND OUT 415.491.5705, buckelew.org MORE

ALTERED BOOK EXHIBIT AND FUNDRAISER WHEN Party/auction June 2, 5–8 p.m.; exhibit through June 2 WHERE Marin Museum of Contemporary Art, 500 Palm Drive, Novato WHY YOU We invite you to see Marin’s most SHOULD popular art show, now in its ninth GO year, featuring 150 original book art objects, created by artists who combine provocative messages with inventive technique. The Altered Books are on display during the exhibit and silent auction, now through June 2. Don’t miss the closing party and live auction on June 2. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and libations while you view and bid on your favorite piece. All proceeds support MarinMOCA, twice voted Marin’s best museum.

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WHERE Clubhouse at Peacock Gap, 333 Biscayne Drive, San Rafael WHY YOU Join in for an important 15th annual SHOULD fundraiser and luncheon benefiting Center for GO Domestic Peace and its work to end domestic violence in Marin and beyond. With #MeToo and #TimesUp dominating social conversations, it’s a perfect time to talk about men’s roles as allies to end domestic violence, the number one violent crime in Marin. Jackson Katz, an expert on gender-based violence, is the featured speaker. This heartfelt event brings together the community in celebration of equality, love, justice and peace and raises much needed funds to support C4DP’s life-giving work. It includes a unique silent auction, raffle baskets, a delicious three-course meal and more.

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“While we were entering, nearby signs alerted visitors to the dangers of interaction with the animals,” she reports. “The sign specifically remarked that although elephant seals may look slow, they can move very fast and aggressively. We proceeded to explore with caution and observed them for quite a while from the rocks nearby.”

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Top Five Online Stories 1 “Canal Street” Diving into the waterways, both literal and figurative, that divide the different types of classes in Marin and trying to find a way to the other side.

2 “Ken Flach” Flach, a Wimbledon and French Open champ, passed away last month. He was a great asset to our community — introducing us to true Southern barbecue via his Best Lil’ Porkhouse restaurant. Sending our condolences to his family.

3 “On Trend” From cans to castles, our wine expert lays out the latest innovations, tastes and places to visit in fabulous wine country.

4 “A League of Our Own” Longtime Little League enthusiast, player and coach Michael Cann shares life lessons learned from his experiences with the Mill Valley Tigers.

New Music Blogger Meet our newest blogger, Emilie Rohrbach. She may not be able to cook you a fabulous fourcourse meal, but she can tell you where to go to see some of the best music in the Bay Area. Check out her blogs for artist interviews and top acts to catch each month at marinmagazine.com/blogs.

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lance at a Marin map and seemingly all roads lead to Tiburon’s Ring Mountain: Reed Ranch Road from Tiburon Boulevard; Taylor Road off aradise Drive; Shepherd Way off restle Glen. The mountain likewise attracts all kinds of outdoorsy people: hikers, horseback riders, dog walkers (leash only), mountain bikers, rock climbers; even anthropologists. These two latter groups are often attracted by the massive granite boulder at the base of Ring Mountain: The anthro-types, looking for markings left by Miwok Indians, call it Petroglyph WHAT'S IN Rock; the climbers, who pracA NAME tice bouldering here while catching views, call it Turtle Rock. So where did the name Ring Mountain come from? Turns out a New Hampshire dairyman, George E. Ring, once owned much of the surrounding land, along the Tiburon Peninsula and down to San Pablo Bay. From 1895 to 1903 he was a Marin County supervisor; after he died in 1913, his heirs commemorated him by giving the 602-foot-tall mountain his name. Sixty years later, the Nature Conservancy, aided by ardent Tiburon residents, acquired Ring’s land and it is now part of the Marin County Open Space District. With its spectacular vistas, rolling terrain and close-in location, Ring Mountain’s 367 acres are often said to be one of the most valuable parcels of real estate on earth.

ONE-CLICK CULTURE There was a palpable void in the local art world in 2011 when the Marin Arts Council ceased to be. After its folding, creative people and leaders recognized that Marin needed an umbrella for all the arts — visual, theater, film, literary, music and arts education, too. After six years of planning, MarinArts was born. Searchable by type of event, venue and organization, MarinArts makes it easy to find and participate in creative and cultural activities throughout the county. It’s a win-win for both organizers and attendees: Promoters and artists have a free, efficient way to raise audience awareness, and the community gets a comprehensive guide to nearby arts and entertainment as well as classes. marinarts.org K.P.

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Bay Area–designed applications worth clicking on. KIER HOLMES Lucid: Mental training Elite athletes train their minds like they train their bodies. This is the idea behind Lucid, an app created by Mill Valley resident Jason Stirman, now CEO of Lucid and a former Twitter developer. The app provides access to techniques used by coaches of the likes of Michael Jordan, Brandon Marshall, Kobe Bryant, B.J. Penn and Aaron Gordon; although made for sports, it can help anyone needing confidence, focus and greater ability to perform under pressure. Free to download at the Apple App Store. getlucid.com GraceSigns After learning sign language as a way to communicate with her daughter Grace, who has Down syndrome and apraxia, Tiburon resident Valerie Carter created two apps, Sign Me A Story and Sign Me ABC’s, that use story, song, games and video to teach sign language and build awareness of the abilities of special needs children. The alphabet app was made possible with the help of grants, donations and volunteers. Both programs are free to download at the Apple App Store and Google Play. gracesigns.org Umergency Mill Valley resident Barry Schenbaum and his sister Gail Schenbaum-Lawton co-created Umergency, an app that quickly connects college students and their families during any urgent health or safety situation. The app includes a variety of accessible on- and off-campus resources, including an Urgent Alert beacon that notifies a student’s chosen contacts when immediate help is needed and provides the student’s GPS location. Free to download for college students; parents, family members and other non-student users can subscribe for a small fee. umergencyapp.com

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You’re frequently at city council meetings, yes? Yes. I started the Marin Cannabis Couriers Association for delivery operators, which is linked to a state association that helped push forward a bill that created “delivery licenses” — I’ve been going to city council meetings all around Marin County helping to advance cannabis ordinances. I feel like cannabis has allowed me to find my voice in speaking up for what I believe in. How did your relationship with marijuana start? I would say in two ways. I was introduced to cannabis as medicine by my mother. When I got my wisdom teeth pulled out my ON THE JOB mother flushed the doctorNurit Raphael, prescribed opioids down the owner and founder, toilet and treated my pain ONA.Life, ona.life by making a homemade cannabis oil. Later, in my 20s, I was having a hard time drinking socially — I would get sick and feel truly awful from alcohol. On the flip side, recreational use of cannabis made me feel uplifted and happy. What prompted you to start ONA? I was working a soulsucking job that I couldn’t wait to leave. I had started to research the medical cannabis laws in California (Proposition 215) and started working for cannabis lawyers so I could learn more about the legality of the industry. It became crystal clear that I wanted to jump into this industry that was strictly focused on helping people feel good — people with epilepsy, cancer, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, insomnia and the list goes on. From there, my older brother Aviv invested in my ONA vision. I noticed that Marin County didn’t have any cannabis companies that I personally would want to purchase from. I always say I created the ONA experience around someone like myself, similar to Sara Blakely, founder of Spanx, who created something she needed. What obstacles have you faced getting your business off the ground?

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For Pet’s Sake

Three warm-and-fuzzy helpers doing serious good in the Bay Area. K.H. CAMP COMFORT This August, Hospice by the Bay, in partnership with experienced camp organizer Comfort Zone Camp, is offering By the Bay Camp, a new program of support for grieving children, teens and families.

Animals from Marin Humane play a role during the weekend retreat. hospicebythebay.org DENTIST DOG An English cream golden retriever named Aspen helps ease kids’ anxiety during appointments with Gila Dorostkar, a pediatric dentist in Greenbae and Mill Valley. The office mascot and certified pet therapy dog is routinely called

upon to help young patients (and parents) have a calmer, low-stress treatment. Aspen also goes on community outreach trips to local preschools, where Dorostkar gives presentations on good dental habits. drdorostkar.com PAWS-ON LOVE At Jessica’s Haven every small dog has a big job, besides ultimately trying to become adopted. The pint-size pooches give unconditional love and teach patience, calmness and responsibility to visitors with disabilities, kids at local schools, and patients at San Rafael’s Generations Healthcare rehabilitation center. jessicashaven.com

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Thanks largely to the Downtown Streets Team, Marin County has its first-ever mobile showers. Marin Mobile Care currently operates out of Novato and San Rafael, with plans to expand in upcoming months. The units consist of two mobile trailers with shower and restroom facilities that travel throughout Marin, providing a safe, clean

BY THE and reliable space NUMBERS for underserved and unhoused individuals to meet their personal hygiene needs. Free shampoo, conditioner and body wash, all supplied by EO, as well as clean, fresh towels, are on site. Combs, razors, toothbrushes and socks are also provided when available. Beyond hygiene, Marin Mobile Care functions as an outreach platform for informing people about resources that can assist them in ending their homelessness. Here are some more numbers on the program. marinmobilecare.org KASIA PAWLOWSKA

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Diana Coopersmith Some call Diana Coopersmith a modern-day Rosie the Riveter. But this 49-year-old Novato resident with 25 years of steelwork experience under her leather belt is also a member of Ironworkers Local Union 377, runs the custom metal fabrication company Steelworker DC Metalwork, and teaches in youth programs at three Bay Area schools.

NOVATO Coopersmith is one of only four women to have done ironwork on the Golden Gate Bridge. In short, she’s more than a throwback to a World War II image — she’s the living, breathing, hammering, sparks-a-flying real deal. BY KIER HOLMES Who first taught you to weld? In 1992 while attending the San Francisco Art Institute, I met local artist Mark Pauline and his group called Survival Research Laboratories. This group of artists came together as experts in their fields to build radiocontrolled robots. Mark taught me basic metalworking skills and how to use the tools in his shop. I was hooked immediately. After working with SRL, I was hired by the Ironworkers union, where at that time we had 10 women compared to 3,000 men in our Local 377.

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Why ironwork? Working with metal is something that is very different than with any other kind of building material. There is an uncompromising strength and integrity in the material and in the people of this trade. Also, working with metal is very grounding and soothing for me. When I’m under a welding hood, watching sparks fly, it’s almost like sitting in front of a campfire.

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What did you do on the Golden Gate Bridge?

The ironworkers have many responsibilities on the bridge. They don’t just maintain and fix the bridge, they do everything from putting up all the painters’ scaffolding to talking jumpers off the railing who are thinking about jumping. Working on the bridge was one of the most life-changing experiences of my life. Every day was filled with breathtaking views but also challenges both mentally and physically; it was like walking on clouds with butterflies in my stomach.

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Scariest moment on a job? I’ve had a few but I would say working on the retrofit project for San Francisco City Hall in the 75-foot-high dome. It was my first union job and I was still getting comfortable in very high places on scaffolding.

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and immerse themselves in an industrial creative experience is amazing. It takes time for some to overcome the fear of working with sparks, smoke and heat. And some kids need to overcome a lot more: for example, I taught autistic kids who had sensory issues and needed to overcome the heavy leather jacket, wearing welding hoods that leave them in the dark sometimes, but mostly the loud noises from metal banging. After these amazing kids overcame these fears they were so excited they didn’t want to leave the class.

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Working on the tallest building in S.F. would be very exciting.

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The youth gun control movement comes to Marin.

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sands of students in schools across the Bay Area stood up and walked out of class. From Foothill High in the East Bay to Everett Middle School in San Francisco, and from Menlo Atherton on the Peninsula to Terra Linda in the North Bay, students from these and dozens of other schools around the bay participated in the National School Walkout.

According to organizers, an estimated 185,000 people in 50 states at over 3,100 schools across the nation participated in the walkout in an unprecedented show of youth outrage and activism around gun violence in our country.

Without a doubt, the February 14 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, that left 17 people dead and 17 injured was yet another devastating moment in the chronology of mass shootings in the United States. The 19-year-old gunman had a long history of emotional and disciplinary problems and had easily purchased the automatic weapon that ended the lives of students and school officials. The tragedy, one of already 18 school gun-related incidents in 2018, seems to have been the final straw for students like Marin Academy senior Adam Friedman, who has become a vocal leader in the post-Parkland youth gun control movement. Students across the country and the county are following the lead of outraged

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The day after the shooting in February, upset sixth graders at Lagunitas Middle School wrote so many emails to U.S. Representative Jared Huffman that he showed up in their class the next day to pledge his commitment to gun control bills.

Florida survivors by taking things into their own hands; in their view, adults have not done enough to protect them from assault weapons.

“The Parkland shooting was a catalyst for action after a long stagnant reaction to gun violence prevention in America,” says Friedman, who has been working on gun violence prevention for years, participating regularly in Everytown for Gun Safety, Moms Demand Action and Do Not Stand Idly By events. “It has been a very productive time of action that came out of something very terrible.”

Across the country, students like Friedman have participated in protests, carrying signs saying “Protect children, not guns” and “We want education, not fear of annihilation.” The young Parkland activists have received millions of dollars in support from celebrities such as George and Amal Clooney and Oprah Winfrey and have orchestrated the national school walkouts that took place on March 14 and the March For Our Lives that took place on March 24 in Washington, D.C,, and state capitals across the country. A second school walkout happened on April 20, the 20th anniversary of the Columbine, Colorado, school shooting, to keep attention focused on government actions. Simultaneously, students have pressured businesses with ties to the NRA, and companies such as Dick’s Sporting Goods, REI and Delta Airlines have severed ties with the NRA and with suppliers who work with the NRA. “These Florida teenagers and the student activists across the country are breaking through the stagnation and it’s incredibly inspiring,” says Jen Reidy, former Marin County chapter leader for Moms Demand Action for Gun Control, who now works for the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence. “This is what momentum feels like.”

In Marin, local middle and high school students have organized, protested, spoken on radio, created email campaigns and captured the attention of local representatives. The day after the shooting in February, upset sixth graders at Lagunitas Middle School wrote so many emails to U.S. Representative Jared Huffman that he showed up in their class the next day to pledge his commitment to gun control bills. Adam Friedman took part in a panel of Bay Area students on KQED’s Forum to talk about the movement’s goals.

“We are looking for tangible actions: Brady background checks, empowering police officers and the FBI to intervene when an individual is seen as dangerous, and a national ban on assault weapons,” Friedman says. “And on the ground level here in the Bay Area I am working with a coalition of teens. We now have 25 to 30 schools involved to ensure voter education and registration efforts accompany walkouts and marches.”

Friedman, who has turned 18, says he is “very excited” to vote in the upcoming elections. He helped orchestrate Marin Academy’s approach to the March 14 walkout: voter registration for juniors and seniors and letter-writing campaigns for freshmen and sophomores. “We live in an era defined by the issue,” he says, “and it is our generation’s issue to fix. We’re saying enough is enough and taking a stand now.” Marin County Sheriff obert Doyle expressed

Students across the country and the county are following the lead of outraged Florida survivors by taking things into their own hands; in their view, adults have not done enough to protect them from assault weapons. support for the walkout, saying in a press release, “We are proud to see our youth leading these efforts and we support the ultimate goal of keeping our schools and our communities free from gun violence.”

Almost without exception, local schools have also been supportive of the young people’s activities. “Students are concerned and teachers are concerned as well,” says Novato High’s Jennifer Marsh Russell, the 2017 Marin County Teacher of the Year; faculty and staff ant to create a sense of safety on campus, she adds. Since the Parkland shooting, the Marin County Office of Education has held “school shooter safety” courses. Teachers are spending money on things like magnets they can use to automatically lock classroom doors from the inside if they cannot find their keys during a lockdown. “It is scary and it is heavy on everybody’s mind,” Russell says. “It’s terrible that [kids] have to deal with this, that it is part of their narrative. And it is terrible that this is what we teachers and school districts need to spend time and money on.” m M A R I N M AY 2 0 1 8 33

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Helen Russell

How a coffee entrepreneur with a small boutique roasting business built a successful and popular Bay Area coffee chain.

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ITH $1.1 MILLION in revenue falling out of the checkbook after Equator Coffees and Teas lost its largest customer, La Boulange, to Starbucks, CEO and co-founder Helen Russell knew she needed to tweak the business model. Already successful as a wholesale coffee roaster, with customers like chefs Thomas Keller of The French Laundry and Traci Des Jardins of Jardinière, the company pivoted to retail.

Visit any of the six Bay Area Equator Coffees and Teas today and you might spot Russell talking to customers, doing press interviews or tasting coffee. And if you get a chance to chat with her about coffee, beans or the company’s sustainable coffee farm in the highlands of Panama that won a Good Food Award for its first-year harvest, you would never guess that her first cup of joe was Sanka, served to her by her dad.

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Equator, launched with life-partner Brooke McDonnell, began out of a love of the cafe experience and a plan written on the back of a napkin at a Portland Starbucks in 1992. Back in the Bay Area, the duo noticed an increased interest in specialty coffee and in 1995 began roasting their own in their Corte Madera garage, eventually getting into mail order and then wholesale. The name came from the place where coffee grows best — the equatorial zone — and the Bengal tiger logo represents power and grace and their appreciation of coffee from India.

Equator is the first American coffee company to become a certified B Corporation (meeting rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency); it was named California Small Business of the Year in 2016 — the first LGBT-owned business to win that award — and was an early pioneer in building solid relationships with coffee producers. As if that cup wasn’t full enough, the company also finances environmental and social projects in coffee-producing countries and stays active in environmental stewardship and women’s empowerment.

They are tech savvy, social and multifaceted.

They also want transparency and feedback, which can be time-consuming but ultimately builds a collaborative culture. I have found the best way for me to connect with my Gen Y employees is by communicating and identifying shared values.

Most important virtue in an employee?

Trustworthiness, because in retail when there is cash there has to be trust. When I hire someone I think: would I give this person a key to my house? Actually, with our growth that question is no longer realistic; we now hire looking for kindness. We may not be able to teach friendliness but we can teach someone how to make a perfect latte.

What do you think about the #metoo movement as it relates to the coffee business? My personal favorite hashtag is #shemeansbusiness. This can be interpreted in many ways depending on the situation.

Recently news was delivered to our doorstep regarding sexual assault allegations against

the owner of San Francisco’s Four Barrel Coffee. I thought as an industry we would somehow be spared this type of behavior.

If you could change one thing about the coffee business, what would it be? Coffee growing is a very hard way to make a living. I would improve access to capital and markets for farmers and encourage more equitable trade arrangements.

What incentives or support to farmers that the company was part of are you most proud of? We funded a coffee “pulp to protein” project in Tanzania, partnering with farmer Chido Govera to teach a group of women in Tanzania how to grow edible mushrooms from coffee waste. The women were not only able to feed their families during the lean months of the coffee harvest, but were also able to sell the mushrooms in their village as a cash crop.

What was the scariest thing about opening your first location? You never know how any location will truly perform — especially your

What is the Equator design aesthetic?

Our stores reflect the communities they’re located in. No two Equator stores are alike.

Internally, we call them snowflakes. We have our surf shop vibe in Tam Valley, and our flagship store in downtown Mill Valley has reclaimed redwood and a patio with 100-year-old railway rails that creates bar seating, giving a nod to how important the train service was in the ’40s. We have our cycling-themed store in Larkspur that’s in a historic building with a wall map carved out of wood showing local cycling trails. The common thread tying all our stores together is an amazingly executed crafted cup of coffee, served with kindness and hospitality, with the promise to honor our partnering farmers.

Life lessons learned working with millennials?

My young millennial team teaches me something new every day and keeps me on my toes.

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first. We had very little brand equity when we opened our little red building at Proof Lab. When I met with Will Hutchinson, co-owner of Proof Lab Surf Shop, it was initially to provide his guests with a cup of coffee while shopping. But after smelling the salt air, visiting the adjacent nursery, seeing the skate shop and hearing the sound of music lessons going on in the background, I just knew this would be our first retail store. Will looked at me and said, “I have always wanted to do a coffee shop here at Proof, but I don’t drink coffee.” I responded, “Well, I don’t surf — let’s do it!”

Any other endeavors you’re considering getting involved in at the moment? I am very excited and inspired to learn more about locally based Conscious Kitchen. I recently met the founder, Judi Shils, and her passion is to break the cycle of prepackaged processed foods that are currently being served to our kids in schools and transition to healthy chef-prepared meals.

Did you go to business school, take business classes, or just have a lot of lemonade stands growing up? I was the first to graduate from college in my family. I have a bachelor’s from Northeastern University. My true business acumen comes from reading Inc. magazine

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religiously for the last 25 years along with any business book or biography of successful entrepreneurs I could get my hands on. To be successful in any business or endeavor you have to be relentlessly focused, fairly intelligent and absolutely driven and have a passion for what you do.

Which local women are your inspiration?

There are so many. Grace Kraaijvanger is definitely one. She is the founder of The Hivery and has created a special place for women that not only is collaborative but also honors women supporting other women with one goal in mind: the creation of meaningful work.

Another woman is Neka Pasquale, founder of Urban Remedy. She continues to evolve her vision and has created an epic food company that reminds me and so many others to take a moment and recognize that “food is healing.”

And then another personal favorite because of her trailblazing journey is Mill Valley resident Joan Barnes. Forty years ago, Joan launched Gymboree and has experienced the highs and lows of being an entrepreneur at a great cost in health and family. I recently bumped into Joan on a trail walk and she was coming toward me as a vision of health, wisdom and beauty. So many of us stand on her shoulders.

Which part is the most challenging in today’s business: being an entrepreneur, a woman, a lesbian, or all three combined? Definitely being an entrepreneur is by far the most challenging, from accessing capital to growing, pivoting and adapting. You are in a very dynamic and competitive space. It’s a lifestyle and a relentless pace, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

What is a business mistake you made that you learned the most from? Two things: putting someone in the wrong seat and not pivoting fast enough to change the situation, and not doing retail sooner. We stayed on the sidelines creating brand invisibility even though we were in wholesale for 17 years before we took the leap.

Where is your happy place in Marin? With the community at our first Equator store at Proof Lab Surf Shop in Tam Junction. You never forget your first. m

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The more than 200 participants in our 12th annual cover contest love Marin. They are happiest painting, illustrating or photographing the visually striking scenes found only in this special place — and we’re glad they do what they do. We’re proud to introduce the winner and four finalists (in no particular order).

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painting at an early age, but it was all the skills she learned pursuing different careers — in entertainment, writing about film, movie story development and finally corporate communications — that shaped the artist she now is.

“I was pregnant at the time and didn’t want to look for a new job,” says the Strawberry resident of her turn toward becoming a professional artist. “I always thought I would do art at some point in my life but realized: maybe this is when it is supposed to happen.”

So Geisler, finding it hard to be creative at home with two young boys running around, packed up the brushes and rented a studio at the ICB Building in Sausalito in 2014. “At the studio I can just focus on art,” she says. “An added benefit is that the community of artists there is so supportive. Not only is the quality of work of the other artists inspiring, but we talk a lot about what it takes to survive as an artist.”

After about two years of getting back into art — especially painting, which she hadn’t done in a while — Geisler noticed that “pent-up ideas began f lowing out.” She began doing shows, entering competitions and contacting galleries. She also started to see a theme emerging: water.

“I would stroll along the water with my kid to help him get to sleep,” she says. “I started taking photos. Water is so interesting; there are so many colors and patterns in it.”

Usua lly she likes to pa int using her ow n photos as reference, but for “Transcendence” it was fellow artist Terri Froelich’s sunrise image of Richardson Bay that served as inspiration.

“It was a photo of water, which is my thing,” Geisler says.

“But it was the quality of the light that really struck me.”

She says the title has many meanings, but hints at a spiritual experience or of someone going beyond the ordinary. At its core, she says, it “reflects the beauty we have here in Marin.”

The painting also reflects her worldview. “Painting is how I respond to the way things are in the world,” she says. “I like to call attention to all that is good — that there is still beauty in the world.”

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H I S S A N A N S E L MO resident has loved photography from the moment he saw an image emerge from a developer bath in his grandfather’s basement. He admits it might not be entirely accurate to refer to his final images as photos — he uses technology to transform photographic images in novel and surprising ways — but they all started out from a camera.

For this picture captured at the Point Reyes Lighthouse, “I sought an image that would project the emotion of the moment,” he says. “The challenge was to create a photograph that would compel a viewer to stay with my image a half beat longer. Just long enough to pique their imagination.”

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and current Novato resident says it’s an exciting time in her studio right now: Deborah Hamon has been shifting from representational figurative art to a looser, more abstract approach inspired by nature. But interestingly, she took the opposite approach for this piece.

“I’m an avid trail runner and I’m always taking photos on the trails, so I printed out this image that I had shot in the Marin Headlands and made this quick little painting from it,” she says. “I had thought it was going to be an abstract painting when I began, but I liked the loose strokes that seem abstract when you get close, yet it’s definitely still representational.”

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RENDA N KELLY LIVES in Larkspur with his family — whom he calls his muse — and the retired army veteran, former high school teacher, artist and author loves to walk around town to get a sense of what people are doing in their everyday lives. He says it’s often the places, people and items we overlook that turn out to be the most interesting.

“When I walked out on one of the piers I looked over and saw this amazing scene,” he recalls of capturing this image in Sausalito.

“The colors exploded across the sky and the water. The title ‘Space Available’ came to me immediately as I thought how cool it would be to have a boat here and look out to see this view.”

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was 3, her f a mily moved to Belvedere, where, as she grew, she developed a deep appreciation for the beauty of the landscape while riding her horse and hiking in the Marin Headlands and on Mount Tamalpais. That affinity for nature fueled a desire to paint en plein air. Newman studied art in college, moved to Nevada and became a professional painter in 1996.

“I grew up in Marin and love it dearly, so whenever I am there I return to my favorite hiking trails and look for a new image that I can capture on canvas,” she says. “My inspiration for ‘Morning Reflection’ was the light on the hills and its reflection on Phoenix Lake. I snapped a photo while hiking and returned the next morning to paint the scene.”

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Open water swimming could be just what the doctor ordered. BY KIER HOLMES

large rolling 8-foot swells in 50-degree-Fahrenheit water (no wetsuit), then swimming in circles by Point Diablo waiting for a behemoth outbound tanker to pass before crossing under the Golden Gate Bridge where there’s normal chop and churn swimmers affectionately call ‘the washing machine,’ until finally fighting the wind and waves heading north up to Raccoon Strait,” says Sylvia Lacock, co-founder of Pacific Open Water Swim Co. “If anyone saw me out here doing this, they would call me crazy. But I find it thrilling and deeply therapeutic.”

Choosing to swim in cold water sounds like a pursuit from Victorian times, but evidence is emerging that this activity can increase circulation, boost immunity, treat depression and even possibly offset the need for strong painkillers. The theory is that cold water immersion revs up the body’s natural healing powers and that adapting to that situation can eventually reduce susceptibility to stress. And whether open water swimmers engage in the sport for their health, for a boost in adrenaline or because the open water is their element, more and more people are jumping in.

Who takes part? Those taking the icy plunge are a mix of sizes, shapes, gender and ages, from 80-year-olds who swim daily to 10-years-olds who aren’t fond of traditional swim teams. What they all share is an affinity for endurance sports and taking their body to the edge. “It certainly requires a sense of adventure and throwing away some fears regarding the open water,” Lacock says. “And for marathon swimmers swimming 10 to 20 miles, there needs to be a quite a bit of mental toughness, patience and acceptance.”

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Why San Francisco Bay? “It’s a bit like Goldilocks — just right,” says Kathy Winkler, who works with the open-water group Water World Swim.

“The water temperature rarely goes above 65 degrees even in the warmest of months, so swimmers can train year-round in the bay. Even in the winter, the water temperature rarely goes or stays below 50 degrees, making this the ideal place to remain cold-water acclimated,” she says.

“Swimmers from around the world come here to train and complete their six-hour sub-60-degree qualifying swim as required before attempting endeavors such as the English or Catalina channels.”

What is the routine? “Some only swim in the summer, some swim more in the winter, some do it when they are training for an event, some do it every day,” says Suzie Dods, owner of Susie Dods Swim Coaching. Lacock adds, “It depends on the distance or event they might be training for. And then there are those who need the bay nearly every day for sanity, and a way to start or end the day. We know many people who swim in the bay five to six times per week, year-round.” Dods, who holds the prestigious Open Water Triple Crown for completing a swim of the English and Catalina channels and the Manhattan Island Marathon Swim, says she herself doesn’t get in the water nearly enough these days.

Where do people swim? Alcatraz is the favorite, inspiring several races year-round, like the Alcatraz Sharkfest Swim in June (using the route prison inmates Anglin Brothers and Frank Lee Morris reportedly picked for their 1962 attempted escape) and, also in June, the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, which begins with a 1.5-mile swim offthe island. “The more challenging Alcatraz routes,” Lacock says, “are those done in custom or private swims such as Alcatraz to the Golden Gate Bridge or round-trip Alcatraz.”

And “the most technically challenging course on the bay is a round-trip

Angel Island, starting and ending in S.F.’s Aquatic Park, swimming past Alcatraz, around Angel Island and back to Aquatic Park. To date,” she adds, “only 10 swimmers have completed this marathon swim of 10 miles.”

What are the dangers? Besides a life-threatening hypothermia risk, there are potential hazards from marine life contact, water pollutants, angry seas, wicked tides, heavy fog, massive tankers and other seafaring vessels, plus physical agony and exhaustion. “I think especially for beginners it’s important to go with a group,” Winkler advises. “It’s a bit irresponsible to go out alone because you never know when a cramp, health issue, crazy seal, or king tide can get the best of you and it’s smart to have someone there to get or give help.”

What keeps people hooked? Many swimmers say expecting the unexpected is what makes open water swimming exciting. “There is a large element of freedom — freedom from lane lines and pool opening times, and the boredom of mass participation events,” Dods says. “It’s just you and the water — no gear except goggles and a cap. It challenges you to relax because you can’t fight the water; you have to accept it.” Swimmers also appreciate that it’s an outdoor low-impact workout that’s relatively easy on joints. And then there are moms like Lacock, who found it can boost endorphins and combat postpartum depression. “When you are out there, the everyday drama falls away and you can only control your breathing, your stroke and simply moving forward,” she says. m Local Resources Dolphin Club, dolphinclub.org; Odyssey Open Water Swimming, odysseyopenwater.com; Pacific Open Water Swim Co., pacific swim.co; South End Rowing Club, serc.com; Suzie Dods Swim Coaching, suziedodsswimcoaching.com; Water World Swim, waterworldswim.com

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This image: More from the Alcatraz event.

Opposite: Waterworld Swim’s Golden Gate Bridge and St. Francis Yacht Club events.

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Four local businesswomen credit their success to a little help (and advice) from their friends.

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In 2008, Ma rga ret O’Lea r y, founder and CEO of the eponymous clothing stores, had a problem. She was making her beautiful, high-end sweaters at a knitting factory on Potrero Hill, but the dot-com boom had turned Potrero into a hot address for tech — i.e., unaffordable. O’Leary knew she had to make a move, but wanted to keep creating clothing worthy of her label. Luckily, she knew people to ask for advice: the “Mill Valley Quad.”

The “Quad,” as they call themselves, are four female entrepreneurs who have been confidantes, yoga buddies, business advisers, and hiking partners for 20-plus years. They include O’Leary; Karen Goldberg, owner of the Tamalpie restaurants in Mill Valley and Corte Madera; Susan Griffin-Black, founder and co-CEO of EO Products; and Joan Barnes, founder of Gymboree and former owner of YogaStudio (now YogaWorks.)

The Quad had ideas for O’Leary. They counseled her on how to get out of her lease. They knew people on several continents and made suggestions for factories, bankers and lawyers to consult. She relocated her knitting operations to Portugal, Hong Kong, Peru and China, and her chain grew from a few Bay Area stores to 15 nationwide. “It was a huge undertaking,” O’Leary says, “and it was great I could turn to friends who understood.”

O’Leary’s is just one example of how these high-powered women have helped one another over the years. “We’ve been supporting, encouraging and cajoling each other forward through many growth spurts and inversions in our various business cycles,” says Barnes, “and we feel so fortunate to have our local ‘sisterhood’ by our side.”

Ironically, the group first came together in part because of a man. It was New Year’s Eve 1989, and O’Leary had been at dinner with friends who then decided to go to the former San Francisco dance spot Club Townsend. They planned to meet up with friend Susan Griffin, at the time a divorced single mom. “Margaret and I started talking and have been friends ever since,” says Griffin-Black. The Irish-born O’Leary remembers it differently: “I was there with an Irish male friend who was very cute,” she says, “and Susan had a crush on him.”

Still, O’Leary and Griffin-Black did become friends and briefly even business partners in the clothing company’s earliest incarnation.

Then Goldberg, Griffin-Black’s youngest sister, began hanging out with them, and about nine years later Barnes met O’Leary through a mutual friend.

They had experiences in common. They were all entrepreneurs and mothers. They lived near each other in Mill Valley. Each had opened multiple businesses or grown businesses to a large scale. Barnes had seen her company Gymboree go public. They were, and are, women at the forefront in business, a status still something of a rarity: according to the National Association of Women Business Owners, only one in five companies with $1 million or more in revenue is female-owned.

They also epitomize what a landmark UCLA study found nearly 20 years ago: when women are under stress, they are likely to “tend

and befriend.” Instead of a “flight-or-fight” response, women nurture and reach out to others for support. For the Quad, one of the biggest bonding factors was that each member understood how demanding the others’ lives were. “We were very independent, very much our own people, and I think we came together easily because we really appreciated each other’s gig and autonomy,” says Griffin-Black. “I think that made for not very pressured relationships.”

Shortage of kitchen time was another draw: of the four, only Goldberg cooks, and her Mill Valley restaurant is often a Quad meeting spot. Many nights Griffin-Black sits at the Tamalpie bar, eating a salad created for her, the “Mill Valley Goddess,” with a substitution of bitter greens. O’Leary and Barnes drop by for take-out.

Other nights, the four sit down together at a restaurant to discuss their lives. “The conversations move from our children to our houses or spouses to ‘By the way, I need $100,000,’ ” says Griffin-Black. When the bill arrives, whoever currently has the best cash flow picks it up.

They are often each other’s best business leads. In 2004, GriffinBlack mentioned she was seeking an angel investor; not long after, O’Leary brought a friend to the EO warehouse/factory for a quick tour and lunch. “He said, ‘I just sold my company and the deal is closing mid-December. Do you guys need money?’ ” says GriffinBlack. “I said, ‘Yep, we need $100,000.’ To which he replied, ‘I’ll send you a check.’ ” They’ve also helped each other through personal difficulties, notably for several years, starting in 2006, when Barnes’ second husband had a terminal illness. Barnes, who was running YogaStudio while taking care of her spouse, wondered if she should sell her business.

“The Quad helped me see that selling YogaStudio to YogaWorks would not be a failure but rather a victory for me personally,” says Barnes, who’s now an adviser for Gymboree and a thought leader at the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center in San Francisco. “They gave me the ballast and love I needed to make that decision.”

That decision reflects an approach the women value — and it’s not the proverbial sought-after “work-life balance.” “The thing with balance is it’s a setup for failure,” says Griffin-Black, a longtime practicing Buddhist. “I think it’s about presence. If you just do one thing at a time, that’s good enough. I know we all multitask. But if you’re at work, you work. If you’re at your kid’s basketball game, you’re at your kid’s basketball game.”

Goldberg concurs: “We all really try to take care of ourselves. If you don’t take care of yourself well, you’re not going to be good for your kids or your business. It’s a philosophy we all share.” To that end, they schedule several group spa days a year, in Napa or Sonoma or at Cavallo Point.

And they’re not averse to a little girl talk. O’Leary, inclined to give her friends cashmere sweaters, has also been known to nudge Goldberg, “Would you get out of those old clothes?” and, although she’s the only married woman among them at the moment, is first to want details when a Quad sister begins dating someone new.

Over the years the men have come and gone. Their businesses have grown at different paces. “But we’re always trying to learn from one another,” Barnes says. “This sisterhood and longevity is a really precious thing. It’s provided a beautiful backdrop for all of us.” m M A R I N M AY 2 0 1 8 53

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NA.life founder and Marin native Nurit Raphael believes “The little spontaneous things in life makes us feel like we aren’t just existing, but living.” That same adventurous spirit (and some inspiration from her brother Aviv) took Nurit from production coordinator on Game of Thrones to a starring role of her own: founder of ONA.life—an only-in-Marin boutique cannabis concierge/delivery service. Years of hard work and positive word-of-mouth have helped ONA. life thrive, earning the collective a 2018 GreenState Cannabis Award from the San Francisco Chronicle.

Nurit’s active participation in local and state government helped ensure that ONA.life was one of only five cannabis delivery services statewide that was in full compliance with the law and ready to roll on January 1, 2018. Today, she continues to work tirelessly in the community, hosting educational-andwellness events designed to destigmatize cannabis.

Nurit says “There is no better feeling than knowing you are helping someone find relief from a plethora of symptoms such as chronic pain, cancer, epilepsy, depression, anxiety, insomnia or just feel uplifted.”

Nurit currently resides in San Francisco, but hopes to raise her family in Marin County. She would enjoy doing Pilates and hiking Mt. Tamalpais in her free time if she had any.

Serving Marin County 415.909.0382 • ona.life

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s Happy Feet Dance School’s 40th anniversary approaches founder and director Cece Bechelli and staff have a lot to celebrate! “We are blessed to have the opportunity to teach and mentor many wonderful students,” says Bechelli, “We have so many children start with us as toddlers and stay through high school graduation. What a joy it is to see our students develop into well-trained beautiful dancers as well as confident young adults!” Now, after 40 years, many of Bechelli’s first students are back at Happy Feet with their own children! Bechelli and staff also celebrate a long relationship with the community in their roles as choreographers and teachers for Kiddo!, Winterfest, and local youth theatre groups. Dancers will perform in two shows, Sunday, June 3rd at the Marin Center.

Pictured bottom to top: Co-Directors, Caitlin Bechelli, Cece Bechelli; Teachers, Sheri Bechelli, Vicki-Marie Bassing, Maria Elena Cacciatore; Office Manager, Patty Simmons.

15 Montford Avenue • Mill Valley, CA 415.381.0811 • happyfeetmillvalley.com

Oceanic Realty HOME IS WHERE THE BEACH IS Sarah Nancy Butler has called Stinson Beach her niche market for the last 21 years. With her focused Stinson Beach experience she is able to share her knowledge of the beach’s micro market with her clients. Sarah is proud to be the owner of Oceanic Realty, a boutique brokerage, that can cater the services to the clients needs.

Stinson Beach, CA 415.868.0717 • oceanicrealty.com

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CHAMBERS + CHAMBERS ARCHITECTS Focused on custom residential architecture and interior design services, Chambers + Chambers is a boutique architectural practice in Mill Valley, California. Understated elegance, quiet luxury, richness in color and texture, classical detailing and axial relationships are signature elements of Barbara’s award winning designs. Barbara finds design inspiration through her passion for and love of classical architecture, antiques, sculpture, art and travel. chambersandchambers.com

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nnovative Match works with single, educated professionals who are serious about finding a life partner. In today’s fast paced world, Cassie ZampaKeim and her team intimately work alongside clients to foster a new dating mindset and relationship experience, combining nearly three decades of coaching expertise with the exciting opportunities of meeting a life partner. As a full service relationship coaching firm the company specializes in working with clients 45+ nationwide, offering a customized approach to 21st century dating through its emphasis on both personal development and dating strategy.

We keep our services flexible and tailored to your objectives. We spend time talking with you and understanding your needs, and then we develop a program customized to create the best dating process for you.

And because the only constant is change, we can make adjustments to your program as you go along if your goals change from what they were originally. Nothing is set in stone, and everything is designed around your life!

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The Hivery KINDNESS. CREATIVITY. COMMUNITY. 38 Miller Avenue, Suite #20 Mill Valley, CA 415.569.7760 TheHivery.com @TheHivery

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he Hivery is a collaborative and creative coworking space founded four years ago by Grace Kraaijvanger. Grace realized there were many women like herself who needed community, collaboration, and a creative environment in order to create their next chapter. She found that for women who wanted to change careers, start a business, go back to work, or pursue a passion – there was no “space” both literally and metaphorically to find and create meaningful work. From that creative questioning, The Hivery was born.

The Hivery welcomes all human beings and grows and thrives according to three core values: kindness, creativity, and community.

Grace says everything she learned about business and life, she learned from her past experiences as a professional dancer: learning how to express yourself in the most authentic manner, showing up fully every day, and surrounding yourself with people who believe in what’s possible for you. Show up, make something, don’t do it alone, repeat.

The Hivery creates space for each of us to discover our “inner artist,” to own who we really are, express our gifts and make unique contributions to this world. This female-fueled movement believes deeply in #womendoingcoolstuff.

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Rowena Finegan PINE STREET NATURAL INTERIORS

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owena Finegan, BBEC and owner of Pine Street Natural Interiors, declares: “Our mission has always been to provide a next wave of green furniture and design that combines social responsibility and healthy materials with color and texture and, well, fun!”

In order to develop her knowledge in healthy home interiors, Ms. Finegan enrolled with the Institute for BauBiologie and Ecology, which promotes the use of healthy building principles in living spaces, where she earned a certification as a Building Biology Environmental Consultant (BBEC).

In 2004, she collaborated with Cisco Brothers, a furniture manufacturer in Los Angeles, to create their Inside Green Technology. This custom technology, which utilizes natural, non-toxic and sustainable materials can be applied to any of Cisco Bros.’ offerings. The furniture line is sold, along with many other healthy home furnishings, at Pine Street Natural Interiors.

Ms. Finegan has been specializing in Healthy Home Interior Design for nearly fifteen years.

323 Pine Street, Unit A • Sausalito, CA 415.331.9323 • pinestreetinteriors.com

Equator Coffees & Teas COFFEE IS OUR CONNECTION In 1995, when business partners Brooke McDonnell and Helen Russell started roasting coffee in Marin County, it marked the beginning of a journey to build a highimpact brand focused on quality, sustainability, and social responsibility. In 2016, the U.S. Small Business Administration honored Equator by naming our Certified B Corporation as the “National Small Business of the Year.

115 Jordan Street • San Rafael, CA 415.485.2213 • equatorcoffees.com

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Golden State Lumber EXCELLENCE IN CUSTOMER SEARVICE 1100 Andersen Drive San Rafael, CA 415.454.2532 goldenstatelumber.com

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he sales women of Golden State Lumber San Rafael - Amy Hutton, Tristen Shannon and Melissa Spingler, are opening doors for women in the construction sales industry. In a field traditionally led by men, these women have instilled confidence and trust in many of the Bay Area’s top builders, architects, and homeowners. With over six decades of experience combined, they are some of the best window and door sales representatives in the region. Their knowledge is vast and their services sought after by building professionals and homeowners for some of the most distinguished homes in the Bay Area.

The Golden State Lumber mission is to provide customers with a personal approach necessary to deliver reliable, fast, and convenient service for any project. The women of Golden State Lumber embody this with dedication and success. Looking to the future, these women are excited to head up GSL’s newest endeavor - a new Window and Door Design Center opening in Santa Rosa summer 2018.

For your next project, ask how the women of Golden State Lumber can help. Visit GSL in San Rafael today, and get inspired at the Window & Door Design Center, featuring displays of top brands.

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Marin Roto-Rooter FAMILY-OWNED AND OPERATED FOR OVER 60 YEARS Marin Roto-Rooter is known for our expertise and focus on customer satisfaction. Named Novato Chamber of Commerce 2013 Small Business of the Year, Marin Roto-Rooter’s licensed and insured plumbers deliver fast, dependable service. Go to www.marin-rotorooter.com for easy e-scheduling. Marin Roto-Rooter President Mendy Calegari.

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enee possesses knowledge of both the San Francisco and Marin markets. She has lived in San Francisco and Marin County for the past twenty-five years. Her involvement in real estate throughout the city and Marin provides her with distinct knowledge of the pros and cons of the areas’ unique neighborhoods. Renee finds her Nordstrom background as a manager her largest asset in providing top notch customer service to her clients. Her high volume in new construction sales has contributed to the “anything can happen and you can find a solution” approach.

From 2000-2008, 2008 to present Renee has been involved mainly in re-sale transactions. Renee worked as an agent for Pacific Marketing Associates, one of the Bay Area’s leading Sales and Marketing firms specializing in representing developers of new residential construction projects throughout the Bay Area.

Renee lives in Mill Valley with her two kids Teddy(6) and Cacky(5). She is currently involved in projects such as Storybook Ball raising money for The Mill Valley Library Foundation.

renee@vanguardproperties.com 415.465.2455 • CalDRE #01355341

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Healus Clinic DEVELOPER OF NEUROMUSCULAR REPROGRAMMING® 655 Redwood Hwy, Suite 225 Mill Valley, CA 415.388.9945 healus.com

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ocelyn Olivier came to Marin from Canada 45 years ago on a quest to learn more about the human body. By the age of 25 she was already teaching what she knew to others. Fourteen years later she opened Alive & Well! Institute of Conscious BodyWork in San Anselmo. She trained many to earn an independent living fixing musculoskeletal pain problems.

She is still mentoring others to excellence in NeuroMuscular Reprogramming NMR®, her registered service mark: the modality for which her school is renowned. At Healus, her clinic in Mill Valley, people who trained with her continue to hone their skills collaborating on the trickiest problems that baffle the medical profession.

NMR is a hands-on bodywork modality that enables conversation with the living intelligence of the body. It reprograms coordinated movement. It is the missing link in rehabilitation.

Despairing clients, who’ve tried everything to resolve persistent pain and disability, leave after NMR exclaiming that what has happened is ‘transformational’ and ‘magical’. It’s not magic really, just based on biomechanical principles that can be taught to others. Jocelyn teaches all around the country, and sees clients at Healus.

“We have far more control over our bodies than anyone taught us. Having the support of someone who can help you change yourself is the essence of treatment at Healus.” If you wonder what we can do for you, call Healus and set up a free ½ hour assessment.

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athleen McCoy, founder of Bella Notte Linens, has built a business by women, for women, that is approaching its second generation of leadership.

She studied design at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising and spent years working for 80’s fashion icon Jessica McClintock, who taught her, “Romance never goes out of style.” Kathleen founded Bella Notte to bring romance and couture to the world of linens, filling a gap between mass-produced products and fine linens that had to be dry cleaned with her own easy care luxury offering.

Being a woman has influenced her company’s values.

Bella Notte offers what she calls a “family-first” culture, where everyone is empowered to make the best decisions for themselves and their families, something a traditional male-led business might not consider. With daughter Taylor and niece Lauren playing an increasing role at Bella Notte, Kathleen has turned being a womanowned business into a long-term advantage.

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Malugani’s Tire Shop SERVING MILL VALLEY FOR 70 YEARS Kendal (Malugani) Savelli is celebrating 35 years at Malugani’s Tire Shop. That’s half of the life of the Mill Valley institution, which was founded by her grandparents, Dan and Stella, in 1948. In the male-dominated automotive industry, Kendal stays ahead with self-taught business savvy, a quick wit, and by treating both customers and employees like family.

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Susan Hewitt REAL ESTATE EXPERT Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty 415.407.8349 TheMarinGroup.com BRE #00996144

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usan comes from a long line of businesswomen. Her mother, Barbara Burtleson, was one of the first female brokers in San Francisco and a founding broker of TRI Realty, the first residential real estate office in the country to sell over $1Billion of real estate in a single year.

After an extensive search to find her own home near top-notch schools in Marin County, San Francisco-native Susan Hewitt realized how critical expertise in every aspect of the community is in finding a client the perfect house. She built on her many years as a San Francisco luxury property expert to create a Marin business specializing in helping families make the big move north. Her success stems from her extensive knowledge of neighborhood amenities along with sharp negotiation skills that come from over 30 years of experience.

Susan explains that one of her smartest moves was partnering with her son, C.J. Nakagawa, forming The Marin Group at Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty. She believes that they each offer a unique perspective on the market. They consistently set new sales records using targeted marketing techniques that set them apart. By exceeding their clients’ expectations, they offer a positive real estate experience which has propelled them to a spot amongst the Top Sales Teams in the San Francisco Bay Area. Watch their film at TheMarinGroup.com for a personal introduction.

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Green Door Design CELEBRATING 10 YEARS Specializing in orchids, succulents, air plants, bromeliads and interior foliage. At green door design we pair our hand selected plants with an extensive selection of vessels, creating naturally inspired long lasting arrangements...each one elegant, graceful and designed for your space. Retail store M-Sat 10-5:30. Standing, from left: Lily Masturzo, Julia Ortiz-Aragon, Cindy Koehn, Sarah McNeil, Julia Coe. Seated, from left: Bobbi Greene, Susie Turner, owner. greendoordesign.net

Architectural Design Carpets THE FOUNDATION OF YOUR HOME STARTS WITH US

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ebbie Duering, owner of Architectural Design Carpets, has been a leader in the Bay Area flooring industry since 1990. Her senior sales team consists of two creative and dedicated women, Kate Googins and Mary Lippert, who have been part of her team for over 15 years. They work hand in hand with the Bay Area’s top interior designers, architects, and realtors. These ladies excel in the top flooring trends ranging from carpet and hardwood to custom rugs and commercial flooring. They are beyond helpful, professional, and of course using a woman’s ingenuity, thinking outside the box and attention to detail is standard operating procedure at Architectural Design Carpets.

When it comes to investing in flooring for any project, no matter how big or small, the foundation of your home starts with Architectural Design Carpets.

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Lori Saia Odisio INNOVATIVE REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS Vanguard Properties, Mill Valley Office 415.747.6707 Loriodisio.com CalDRE #01249475

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ori Saia Odisio celebrates 20 years as an award winning real estate professional in Marin. A Marin native and Cal Berkeley graduate on a track scholarship, Lori’s trademark is to work hard, understand her clients’ needs and exceed expectations every time. Her happy clients often become repeat customers, and her ability to deal with sensitive issues such as celebrity, divorce, death, estate sales and relocation is highly regarded. She customizes an innovative marketing plan for every property and has a team of gold star professionals ready to assist. Lori has the experience and expertise in all price points as she has sold over 400 homes and has clocked in over $300 million in sales.

Client and author Anne Lamott shares, “Lori Odisio is a brilliant realtor–probably the savviest in the county–but besides that, EVERYONE falls in love with her.” Clients Celeste and Cort Bishop add, “Lori is proof positive that a top-notch professional with a mixture of smarts, pragmatism, creativity and energy can and does make the difference. Lori also brings other attributes to the table…she cares about her clients.”

Lori knows the importance of giving back and often works behind the scenes to ensure a need is filled. She also serves on the Board of the Marin Athletic Foundation which serves Marin County’s athletic programs by focusing on the health, safety, and injury prevention of all student athletes.

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Since 1990, Accuchex has been privileged with the responsibility of paying people correctly, and on-time, every pay cycle.

Leslie Ruhland is a Marin County native and is the EVP of Accuchex Corp. Headquartered in Novato for 28 years, Accuchex is the largest independent payroll company in the Bay Area. “One of my favorite things”, says Ruhland, “about working with companies’ payroll is that no matter the size or industry, our friendly and knowledgeable staff adds value, and in doing so, we become part of our clients’ adventure.”

Accuchex provides innovative workforce solutions with web-based Time2Pay, blending “Hi-Tech with Hi-Touch”.

Accuchex supports employers with one to thousands of employees nationwide. Accuchex appreciates that Payroll remains at the center of our daily lives and the fabric of our communities.

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FitWise Pilates and Wellness PILATES, GYROTONIC®, AND FUNCTIONAL FITNESS FitWise offers privates, duets, unique Barre classes, small group equipment classes, and postural assessments with correctional programs to help clients achieve and sustain their goals. Our instructors are experts in the field and provide the highest caliber of teaching with curative strategies. Our contemporary approach applies scientific research with practices in biomechanics, rehabilitation and athletic performance enhancement.

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Chelsea E. Ialeggio SALES MANAGER, VANGUARD PROPERTIES 352 Miller Avenue Mill Valley, CA 415.300.6881 chelsea@vanguardmarin.com chelseainmarin.com DRE #01394011

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ith a sixth sense for navigating a competitive, ever-changing market in Marin, Sales Manager/top-producing agent, wife, mother and philanthropist, Chelsea E. Ialeggio uses her analytical mind to make her clients’ needs come to fruition.

Ialeggio may not be able to predict the market, but she unquestionably navigates it well for her clients, having closed $320 million and 190 transactions in just the past six years alone.

Raised in Marin, she has a reputation for her integrity, unyielding service and an analytical approach to real estate. In her early 20s, Ialeggio worked in Equity Research at Montgomery Securities taking many technology companies public, working in conjunction with investment banking, company management, institutional clients and the institutional sales team. This path eventually led her to a sales position in International U.S. Equity Sales. At the age of 28, she was transferred to London where she quickly ascended to Managing Director and Head of U.S. Equity Sales for Bank of America Securities.

These experiences developed her analytical mind and after a decade of working in the investment banking industry, she made the move to residential real estate sales in 2003.

Ialeggio loves the combination of looking at a property as an asset in a client’s portfolio, but also deeply appreciates the emotional aspect that someone’s home represents. Ialeggio’s goal as a manager is to mentor, train, and take agents’ businesses to new heights.

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Cannell Insurance Group THE MOST BELOVED INSURANCE AGENT IN TOWN Stephanie Cannell knows the difference between having insurance and being insured. Specializing in Southern Marin for the last 14 years, she overcomes insurance objections that are unique to our area. Handling all types of insurance from auto, home, life and umbrella to construction and small business. Stephanie brings her experience to work for you.

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ulianna, along with daughter, Judy, first opened Julianna’s Fine Jewelry in The Village at Corte Madera over 30 years ago. Julie brought her vast 20 years designer jewelry knowledge and business savvy to the venture. Julianna’s granddaughter, Caitlyn, can now also be seen working alongside the mother-daughter team. If you are lucky, all three generations might be at work at the same time.

Julianna’s Fine Jewelry’s motto is “We are a family, so we’ll treat you like family.” Roberto Coin, Simon G and Doves collections are displayed, but they are legendary in their one-of-a-kind custom jewelry designs, offering unique wedding rings with the finest diamonds at competitive prices. Swiss-made watch options include Rolex, Omega, Tudor, Raymond Weil, Tissot, and Frederique Constant. At Julianna’s Fine Jewelry, this family of women jewelers will make sure that you receive superior service and quality.

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The Village at Corte Madera • Corte Madera, CA 415.924.9711 • juliannasfinejewelry.com

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Christine Christiansen LUXURY PROPERTY SPECIALIST, VANGUARD PROPERTIES 352 Miller Avenue Mill Valley, CA 415.259.7133 christine@vanguardmarin.com DRE #01393098

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elling or buying a house is something you may do only a few times in your life. The figures are mind-boggling. It’s stressful. Most likely, you’ll have endless questions. So when you’re evaluating realtors pay attention to the one who makes you feel heard.

Christine understands that what you have to say is the key to serving you at the highest possible level. She listens. And considers it the key to her success in the Marin luxury home market. Which is why every one of her clients has either referred her, engaged her again, or become a friend.

A member of the Top Agent Network, the Marin Bus Tour and a Certified International Property Specialist, Christine has created exclusive opportunities for collaboration with other brokers about pricing, off-market and pocket listings.

What’s more, her strong relationships with gold-standard contractors, inspectors, engineers, lenders, attorneys and brokers constitute a concierge team, ready to turn on a dime and smoothly manage the most complex of transactions.

One of Vanguard’s top luxury property sellers, Christine understands Marin as only a longtime resident can and happily sponsors several local and global organizations. Meet with her to discuss your real estate goals and develop a plan for success. She’s ready to listen.

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erri Abelar, founder and CEO of Aging Solutions, has always sought new ways to solve human problems. After 20 years in the public and nonprofit sectors, creating and managing innovative programs and services for seniors, Terri saw new ground to break. Adult children, trying to manage their aging parents’ care, had no support or guidance of their own. The result: high stress for them and less-thanoptimal care for their parents.

Terri bet that an independent, fee-based care-management business, based on compassion, advocacy, and real-world industry knowledge was the answer.

Aging Solutions’ newest ground-breaking program, The Care Method, focuses on quickly stabilizing aging parents showing signs of crisis—such as more forgetfulness, more falls, or medication confusion. The Care Method brings together specialists who assess, consult, and recommend a plan that lets families and seniors get back to their lives.

1000 Fourth Street, Suite 440 • San Rafael, CA 415.324.5088 • agingsolutions.com

Debra Bernier MARIN PROPERTY ADDICT As a real estate professional at Pacific Union, Debra Bernier believes it’s important to choose a full-time agent who is competent, direct and a skilled negotiator. Having owned nine homes, she understands transition, relocation, and change. She is determined, but also patient. Outside the office, Debra can be found on her yoga mat, mountain bike, watching Netflix, or dreaming about Lake Tahoe.

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Aness Pogni FOUNDER/OWNER SOXALITO, BAYSIC, AND JEWELRY BY THE BAY 771 Bridgeway Sausalito, CA 415.332.3336 soxalito.com

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Marin local, sole proprietor, and entrepreneur for more than 37 years, Aness Pogni is no stranger to taking risks and working hard. Her passion and creativity shine through in her every venture.

From her first retail operation, Jewelry by the Bay, to the most colorful socks specialty boutique in the Bay Area, SOXalito, to her latest eclectic venture, Baysic, a new retail shop in Sausalito, Aness makes her mark.

One of Aness’ guiding principles in business and in life is: “Life is a game, play it; Life is a challenge, meet it; Life is an opportunity, capture it; Life is an adventure, live it!” ~ Unknown Aness enjoys traveling the world, from Japan to Bali, to find unique treasures that surprise and delight her customers, with whom she enjoys many longstanding relationships. Aness is a member of the Sausalito Chamber of Commerce (Nominating Committee and Hospitality Committee) When she is not helping customers, Aness can be found laughing with large family and socializing with friends in Mill Valley and Sausalito. Some of her favorite local establishments, other than her own, include Poggio, Sushi Ran and visits with Angela Rose Hakala at Edwards Salon.

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a while the largest building in the world. “Now it has to settle for having its very own ZIP code,” Brad said.

As for contemporary additions, much as I wanted to, it was impossible to miss the Trump International Tower and Hotel, designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill and completed in 2009. It is, surprise, the tour’s only building with its name front and center in big bold lettering.

Soaring 1,389 feet in the air, it’s Chicago’s second tallest structure (the tallest, also visible on the tour, is 1,450-foothigh Willis Tower, formerly Sears Tower, designed by SOM back in 1973).

In all, the tour covers more than 65 structures, most of them sleek, gleaming, handsome towers rising hundreds and hundreds of feet into Chicago’s skyline. My absolute favorite was an out-of-place four-unit condominium building named River Cottages, designed by Harry Weese to reflect his worldly travels. It’s a 30-year-old angular building, overgrown with blossoming pink geraniums and bordered by rusting pilings — yet each condo has its own deck with an unobstructed river and city view.

“OK,” Brad said when asked to explain why Chicago is the greatest city in the world, and with his fingers began ticking off easons: “For the past half century, we’ve been one of the largest economies in the world; unlike other

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N A RECENT trip to Chicago, I was excited to check off a ish list of attractions I wanted to explore. In the distant past I’d known Chicago for its stockyards (go Bulls!), firstrate entertainment (Mister Kelly’s, the House of Blues) and bombastic politicians (the nickname “Windy City” doesn’t refer just to Lake Michigan’s chilling gusts). It had been too long; I was eager to see what today’s Chicago is like.

“Chicago is the greatest city in the world,” announced Brad, narrator of the 90-minute Shoreline Sightseeing architecture tour, which cruises the Chicago River. Several different boat tours leave regularly from the corner of Michigan Avenue and Upper Wacker Drive to showcase the city’s beautifully designed riverside structures, most of them built recently, although several date back to the 1920s and ’30s.

The 34-story high-rise at 333 North Michigan Avenue, erected in 1928 and completely renovated in 2015, “is an excellent example of the art deco style,” noted Brad; “the limestone-clad tower’s strong vertical lines enhance its slender height.” Another intriguing example is the Merchandise Mart, built in 1930 to warehouse Marshall Field and Company’s merchandise and, at four million square feet, for

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Caillebotte’s 1877 masterpiece “Paris Street, Rainy Day.” When in Chicago, do not miss this centrally located, accessible museum.

The Museum of Science and Industry is another must.

It occupies the former Palace of Fine Arts, built for the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition and designed by Daniel Burnham (the architect depicted in Erik Larson’s 2003 historical thriller The Devil in the White City). It’s several miles from downtown, so I took the Metra train, an efficient and immaculate experience. Among the many varied exhibits: a 3,500-square-foot model railroad; Apollo 8’s command module; a life-size replica of a 1930s coal mine that I went down into, literally, coal dust and all; and, most memorably, U-505, a captured German U-boat containing a trove of Hitler’s submarine secrets that was towed across the Atlantic to Bermuda in the late stages of World War II. A wing of the museum was literally built around this vessel, which can be toured on board, and the complete story of its capture had me thinking (and Googling) for days. You can spend an entire day and just scratch the surface at this museum.

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massive cities’, our economy is not only among the world’s strongest, it’s diversified between finance, tourism, education, telecommunications and technology, with not one of them employing more than 14 percent of the workforce.”

Next he delivered convincing statistics on population diversity and income equality and, with two fingers to go, added, “Furthermore, every year, 55 million visitors, international and domestic, come to Chicago, and O’Hare is the second busiest airport in the world.” Then, catching a breath: “Plus, we have incredible culture, cuisine, entertainment and recreation.” He looked at me and solemnly asked, “Have you visited the Art Institute of Chicago?”

After the tour, that was my next stop, one of America’s oldest art museums (1879) and the second largest (one million square feet) in the U.S. It has outstanding permanent collections, from African art to 68 miniature rooms featuring different moments in history. I only had time for the Modern American Art, Contemporary and Impressionist collections. What stood out most were Edward Hopper’s “Nighthawks,” Roy Lichtenstein’s “Artist’s Studio,” and, among a slew of Renoirs, Matisses and Monets, Gustave

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In Chicago, not everything worth seeing is in a building.

Like the eponymous song says, this is “that toddlin’ town” — a walker’s city. Over my three days I found Chicago’s streets and sidewalks mostly litter- and graffiti-free; the spring plantings inspirational; the automobile traffic minimal (thanks to excellent public transportation above, below and alongside me); and the people, almost without exception, friendly, helpful and noticeably proud of their hometown.

An outdoor attraction you’ll want to be sure to visit is Millennium Park, downtown between Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan. Once there, I couldn’t pull myself away from “The Bean.” It’s a huge, reflective, silvery blob that resembles liquid mercury and acts as a people magnet. Folks can’t stop staring at their reflections in it and I couldn’t stop peoplewatching — it’s the selfie capital of the universe.

One of Chicago’s most popular places for family entertainment is Navy Pier, which juts almost a mile out into Lake Michigan. Many of its activities are better suited to warmer weather, but I was able to take a couple of spins on the Centennial Wheel, a Ferris wheel that lifted me 200 feet into the sky, affording awesome city views. Visit Navy

Pier in the summer, I was told, and you’ll catch Chicago at its most exuberant.

As for Chicago at its most intense, on my last night I was fortunate to get to the Goodman Theater for Ibsen’s timely classic An Enemy of the People — and it still has me in its spell. In addition to performances that kept the audience glued to their seats (until the standing ovation), the 856-seat theater is one of the most comfortable I have ever visited. The Goodman stages musicals, operas and new plays as well, and performances there have won two Pulitzers and 22 Tony Awards. Besides theater and museums that are often open late, the city’s plentiful nightlife includes the hometown Joffrey Ballet, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, dozens of comedy and jazz clubs and myriad hip-hop and rapper acts.

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session is sure to relax: the sensory deprivation of the pod, combined with the salt’s magnesium sulfate, relieves tension and muscle soreness. Follow with a choice of bodywork treatments to completely unwind. Kauai. grand.hyatt.com

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Queen for a Day Mom takes care of everyone; return the favor this Mother’s Day with a day of glorious retreat.

BY KASIA PAWLOWSKA AND MIMI TOWLE 1 Spa Grande at the Grand Wailea Resort Vibe Go big with Mom’s treat this year — send her to Spa Grande, the largest luxury spa in the state of Hawaii, at the Grand Wailea Resort. After a recent $70 million renovation, amenities include the famous multihued Terme Hydrotherapy Circuit, with five large

marble soaking tubs and colorful essential oils to encourage various states of bliss and relaxation. With 40 treatment rooms and about as many awards through the years, this place can provide a spa day she’ll never forget.

Treatment Healing Waters of Maui (80 minutes). Designed in tandem with hydrotherapy baths, starts with an exfoliating

scrub and proceeds to a body masque, steam cocoon, and pampering scalp and foot massage. grandwailea.com

2 Anara Spa at the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa Vibe Super-luxe treatments at Anara Spa, at the Grand Hyatt in Poipu on Kauai, range from traditional lomilomi

massage to a state-ofthe-art float therapy pod.

Transformation begins on arrival — choose a lounge chair by the pool or one of the tranquil spots in the garden.

Anara is a great day spa for visitors not staying at the hotel, since it includes access to the property as well as this award-winning space.

Treatment Float Therapy + Massage (120 minutes). A 30-minute float

Vibe Guests are transported to a different world upon crossing the water-flanked path into the spa. Vast palapas provide respite from the bright Baja sun. Inside you’ll find a grotto for the Pasaje de Agua, or water passage, the resort’s exclusive hot-and-cold-water therapy created to promote relaxation and circulation. Enjoy purification treatments, then replenish with signature fresh-fruit agua fresca beverages.

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to Toe (120 minutes).

Centered around a “firm and nurturing” style of massage, this popular ritual includes a stimulating scalp rub and a nourishing hair mask. Warm towel compresses prepare feet for a smoothing scrub, followed by reflexology. esperanza. aubergeresorts.com

4 One&Only Spa Palmilla Vibe Letting all the stress melt away is easy in a verdant paradise.

Here, amid tropical gardens, treatments inspired by the Mayans of Sonora meet modern healing techniques for an experience that leaves guests physically and mentally restored.

The resort offers many shades of serenity; outdoor relaxation areas include a yoga garden, plunge pools, and 13 private spa villas. Also not to be missed: the Pedi:Mani:Cure Studio,

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where renowned podiatrist Bastien Gonzalez cares for feet and hands with exacting perfection.

Treatment Contour and Firm Body Treatment (120 minutes). This specialized body treatment combines a detoxifying wrap and advanced massage to tone and firm the skin: first, exfoliation with warm and iced mitts stimulates circulation; next, a body wrap treats areas prone to cellulite, fluid retention and uneven skin texture; then comes a lymphatic drainage and deep stimulating massage, to help eliminate toxins, further tone the skin and revitalize the mind. oneandonlyresorts. com/one-and-onlypalmilla-los-cabos

5 Willow Stream Spa at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn Vibe Immerse in the wine country’s healing waters at one of the nation’s few spas that feature natural mineral pools, here fed from thermal (135-degree) streams that flow 1,100 feet directly beneath the inn. A signature bathing ritual includes time in an herbal steam

room, individual mineral baths and private outdoor cabanas. The award-winning spa has been a favorite girlfriend and mother-daughter getaway destination for nearly two decades — take time to lounge by the pool and sample healthy (or not so healthy) treats from the kitchen.

Treatment Morrocan Hammam Ritual (90 minutes). Send Mom to Morroco for this traditional session. A full-body polish with a Kese mitt and purifying traditional black soap progresses to a hair treatment and application of hydrating body oil. fairmont.com/ sonoma/willow-stream

begins with a neck, back and shoulder massage, developed to stimulate cell renewal and help dehydrated, tired or dull skin regain firmness and radiance. rosewoodhotels.com

7 Spa Aiyana at Carmel Valley Ranch Vibe High among the treetops, spanning 10,500 square feet with 11 treatment rooms — most with private terraces — is Carmel Valley Ranch’s Spa Aiyana.

Drawing inspiration from four gardens — called

Lavender, Herb, Aiyana and Alchemist — treatments incorporate the flowers and herbs peppering the landscape to promote relaxation and invigorate and restore.

Services include massage and body therapies, advanced and organic skin care, visible-results oxygen fusion, nail care and waxing.

Treatment Eternal Blossom Body Essence (80 minutes). Skin receives gentle buffing with Aiyana cream body polish, scented with jasmine and neroli oils.

Afterward, a whipped shea butter cream and

flower-laden wrap with steamy, warm towels infuse nutrients into the skin. Finally, a fragrant neroli serum and a hydrating fruit mask for the face, and a warm jasmine scalp massage to her hair shine. carmelvalleyranch.com

8 International Orange Spa in San Francisco Vibe Named after the color of the Golden Gate Bridge and known to regulars simply as IO, this urban oasis is unassumingly tucked away on a busy street in

Pacific Heights. Inside are an outdoor deck for lounging on sunny days, a full-service spa and a yoga studio.

The complete wellness experience includes plush robes and treats like apricots, fine dark chocolates and turmeric hot tea, making for a truly blissful escape.

Treatment In Fiore Massage (45–90 minutes). An opulent blend of Bulgarian rose and rosewood indulges the senses. Select an In Fiore Body Balm to make her massage even more magical. internationalorange.com

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6 The Sense Spa at Rosewood Sand Hill Vibe This serene South Bay sanctuary overlooking the Santa Cruz Mountains is famous for attracting the Silicon Valley set. But to offset the quiet energy of potential deals, Sense Spa has 13 treatment rooms and plenty of tranquil relaxation spots.

Treatment 360° Global Antiaging Facial (90 minutes). The treatment

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Glen Keane character design drawing Wild ArugulainSalad of Rapunzel Tangled (2010).

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T H E AT E R / CO M E DY / M U S I C / M U S E U M S / E V E N T S / F I L M / TA L K S

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MUSEUMS Asian Art Museum Divine Bodies Historical art from Hindu and Buddhist traditions converge with contemporary photo-based work, inviting viewers to ponder the possibility of transcendence, through July 29 (SF). 415.581.3711, asianart.org

MAY 17–20 New Strands Festival See theatrical pieces, works in progress, readings, panel discussions and a master class series all for free. Strand Theater (SF). 415.834.3200, act-sf.org MAY 19–20 Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR. The students of Little Throck show off heir chops with a performance of Schoolhouse Rock Live!

JR, based on the awardwinning 1970s cartoons.

Throckmorton Theatre (Mill Valley).

415.383.9600, throck mortontheatre.org

THEATER THRU MAY 6 Head Over Heels Catch this fearlessly fresh new musical ahead of its Broadway opening this summer. With a soundtrack from the pop group the Go-Gos, this unexpected comedy centers on a royal family and their attempts to opt out of a prophecy of doom. Curran Theatre (SF). sfcurran.com

MAY 3–27 Marjorie Prime The year is 2062, and 86-yearold Marjorie has an AI companion who is programmed to tell her her own life story. This play — a finalist for the 2015 Pulitzer Prize (and later made into a movie co-starring Jon Hamm) — provides commentary on memory, identity and technology. Marin Theatre Company (Mill Valley). 415.388.5200, marintheatre.org

MAY 4–20 Romeo and Juliet Shakespeare’s timeless tale of starcrossed lovers and extremes in all senses comes to Marin. College of Marin (Kentfield).

415.457.8811, marin.edu

and friends who garnered a MacArthur Genius Award and a Nobel Prize — but also had a troubled friendship. The Marsh (SF).

415.282.3055, themarsh.org

MAY 4–JUN 9 Two Minds Playwright Lynne Kaufman tells the true-life story of Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky, the pair of brilliant Israeli psychologists

MAY 9–20 Transform Fest YBCA’s new festival offers up performances designed to transform, with contemporary artists in dance, theater and music converging for a truly unique

MAY 25–JUL 8 Hamlet Murder, madness and ghostly visitations plague the Prince of Denmark in the famed Shakespeare tragedy. Forest Meadows Amphitheatre (San Rafael). 415.499.4488, marinshakespeare.org

DANCE THRU MAY 6 Bay Area Dance Week One of the nation’s most inclusive celebrations

of movement and dance returns with a series of free performances designed to express the richness and vibrancy of local dance culture. Various locations (Bay Area). bayareadance.org MAY 1 Tamalpa Dances with Kaye Anderson Join this intro to the Tamalpa process, beginning with Anna Halprin's Movement Ritual. Yoga Center (Berkeley). tamalpa.org MAY 20 Just Dance Academy Sleeping Beauty gets the classical ballet treatment at Just Dance Academy’s annual grand spring dance gala.

Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium (San Rafael). 415.451.1734, justdance.biz

MUSIC MAY 1 Masterworks 4: Fantasy Marin Symphony presents music from Strauss and Stravinsky as cellist Zuill Bailey joins the symphony. Marin Center (San Rafael).

415.479.8100, marin symphony.org

COURTESY OF ASIAN ART MUSEUM

experience. YBCA (SF).

415.978.2700, ybca.org

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MAY 11 Mayflower Chorus The chorus serves up an array of creative arrangements of American music, from gospel to Broadway to modern choral pieces. Showcase Theater (San Rafael). mayflo erchorus.org MAY 12 Marin Oratorio Sings Mozart Marin Oratorio chorus and orchestra present an all-Mozart concert of sacred choral works. College of Marin (Kentfield).

415.485.9385, marinoratorio.org MAY 12 The T Sisters Out of Oakland, this sassy and entertaining bunch delivers performances rich in harmonies, innovative songwriting and acoustic instrumentation.

Osher Marin JCC (San Rafael). 415.444.8081, marinjcc.org

MUSEUMS MARIN Bay Area Discovery Museum From Here to There This transportthemed exhibit features 12 different hands-on activities that provide children an opportunity to engage with both familiar transportation modes, like trucks and airplanes, and less familiar options like magnetic levitation, through May 13 (Sausalito).

415.339.3900, baykidsmuseum.org Bolinas Museum Focus: Patsy Krebs Meditative abstract paintings by the Inverness artist, through June 10 (Bolinas). 415.868.0330, bolinasmuseum.org Marin Museum of Contemporary Art Altered Book Exhibit and Fundraiser This annual exhibition features more than 150 book art objects, created and donated by Bay Area artists, and auctioned off to benefit MarinMO A, through June 2 (Novato). 415.506.0137, marinmoca.org

BAY AREA Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive UC Berkeley Master of Fine Arts Graduate Exhibition Catch a glimpse of the work of new graduates from the MFA program at Cal, May 11–June 17 (Berkeley).

510.642.0808, bampfa.org California Academy of Sciences Twilight Zone: Deep Reefs Revealed Explore expanses of coral reefs alongside scientists who show off new and rare species found there; many have never been displayed in a public aquarium (SF).

415.379.8000, calacademy.org Contemporary Jewish Museum The Art of Rube Goldberg The only California exhibition of this collection, which includes original drawings of his beloved machines, photographs, toys, film , newspaper clippings and other artifacts, through July 8 (SF). 415.655.7800, thecjm.org

Mirang Wonne, Gold Trees, 2017; photo: Don Felton, Almac Camera

MAY 5 The Birth of the [String] Symphony Join Derek Tam, leading San Francisco’s MUSA chamber ensemble, for an exciting program of string symphonies — one foot in baroque, and one stepping forward to the 19th century.

First Presbyterian (San Anselmo). 415.497.6634, marinbaroque.org

Mirang Wonne Genuine Gold Leaf

For sales and art-placement services, visit sfmoma.org/artists-gallery

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Check out the California Film Institute’s DocLands, a non-juried documentary festival celebrating the art of nonfiction filmmaking, with screenings, conversations and other events. May 3–6, Various locations (Marin County). doclands.com

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Marin Shakespeare’s summer season opens with Hamlet, the Bard’s time-honored tale of murder and madness. May 18–July 8, Forest Meadows Amphitheatre (San Rafael). marinshakespeare.org

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For a unique and definitively Marin theater experience, don’t miss Mountain Play — this year the upbeat, danceable Mamma Mia! — staged at Mount Tam’s storied outdoor venue.

May 20–June 17, Cushing Memorial Amphitheatre (Mill Valley). mountainplay.org

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Celebrate Memorial Day and our local heroes at the Muir Beach Volunteer Firemen’s Barbecue, a family-friendly day of food, dance, drink and live music. May 27, Santos Meadows (Muir Beach). muirbeachfire.com

Music, art and wine converge at BottleRock Napa Valley. Now back for its fifth year, the festival this year includes performances by Muse, The Killers, Bruno Mars, Snoop Dogg, Thievery Corporation and more. County Fairgrounds (Napa), May 25–27. bottlerocknapavalley.com

de Young Weapons of Mass Seduction: The Art of Propaganda Today’s version of propaganda may resemble a single tweet or online headline, but past information spreading was a bit more complicated, a concept explored in this exhibit through a selection of World War I and II–era posters shown alongside film , ephemera and other artifacts from the 1910s and 1940s, May 5–October 7 (SF). 415.750.3600, deyoung.famsf.org Legion of Honor Casanova: The Seduction of Europe A look at 18th-century Europe as seen through the eyes of Giacomo Casanova, featuring around 90 works centering on the perspective of the international man of letters, through May 28 (SF).

415.750.3600, legionof honor.famsf.org

Museum of Craft and Design Tom Loeser: Please Please Please Unconventional invitation furniture from the Madison-based designer, through May 20 (SF). 415.773.0303, sfmcd.org

June 8, 1968 — for burial at Arlington National Cemetery, via imagery of mourners and more, through June 10 (SF).

415.357.4000, sfmoma.org

Oakland Museum of California Respect: HipHop Style and Wisdom Discover how hip-hop changed the world with rap, break dancing, street art and more, along with fir t-person accounts from artists and experts about how the medium provides a platform for activism and creative expression, through August 12 (Oakland). 510.318.8400, museumca.org

Sonoma Valley Museum of Art Ship of Dreams: Artists, Poets and Visionaries of the SS Vallejo An exhibition that explores the full spectrum of creative life aboard the SS Vallejo — a decommissioned ferryboat that became an important cultural crossroads in the history of California and America — with works by Onslow Ford, J.B. Blunk and others, through June 10 (Sonoma). svma.org

SFMOMA The Train: RFK’s Last Journey This unique exhibit follows the journey of Robert F. Kennedy’s body — carried by funeral train from New York City to Washington, D.C., on

The Walt Disney Family Museum Make Believe: The World of Glen Keane An exhibition of works by renowned Disney animator Glen Keane, responsible for the creation of Ariel

in The Little Mermaid, Rapunzel in Tangled and Pocahontas in Pocahontas, through September 3 (SF). 415.345.6800, waltdisney.org Yerba Buena Center for the Arts The Open Workshop: New Investigations in Collective Form A group of design experiments

by Bay Area designresearch studio the Open Workshop that test how architecture can empower the diverse voices of the communities in which it exists, through July 29 (SF). 415.978.2787, ybca.org

EVENTS THRU MAY 28 San Francisco Decorator Showcase This year’s annual on-site curation of interior design, benefiting San Francisco University High School, finds its home in a 1930s SpanishMediterranean. Marina Green (SF). decorator showcase.org MAY 4–6 Inspire Napa Valley Wine enthusiasts and industry leaders brush shoulders with vintners and winemakers at a series of receptions, tastings and events, all in support of the Alzheimer’s Association. Various locations (Napa).

707.415.5040, inspire napavalley.org MAY 4–6 Sonoma Valley Authors Festival Don’t miss this inaugural literary festival, where local authors will gather for presentations, wine and food. Sonoma Renaissance Resort and Spa (Sonoma).

707.282.9028, svaf.info

MAY 5–6, 12–13 Marin Open Studios Artists across the county are given the opportunity to show and sell their work to local collectors, curators and colleagues.

(Various locations.)

415.343.5667, marin openstudios.org MAY 6 Tomales Farm and Flea Market Check out the more than 60 booths of new and unique items and enjoy local food, drink and live music. First and John streets (Tomales). facebook.com/tomales farmandfleamarket MAY 6 Wine, Women and Shoes Shop and sip for a good cause.

Enjoy tastings from some of Wine Country’s top wineries, an auction, a runway show and more while learning about Tenderloin Health Improvement Partnership and the Saint Francis Foundation. Four Seasons Hotel (SF). saintfrancis foundation.org MAY 9 Petchitecture PAWS welcomes its 31st anniversary with an evening event featuring custom-made pet habitats and a silent auction curated for pets and pet owners alike — all with cocktails. Fairmont (SF). 415.772.5000, fairmont.com MAY 11 In Celebration of Mothers Join educator, author, filmmaker and cultural theorist Jackson Katz, Ph.D. — co-founder of the multiracial, mixed-gender Mentors in Violence Prevention program — who's the keynote speaker at this luncheon in support of the Center for Domestic Peace.

Peacock Gap Clubhouse (San Rafael).

415.924.6616, center fordomesticpeace.org MAY 12 May Madness Classic Car Show and Parade Check out a selection of several hundred cars and hot rods — from the classics of the early 1920s to the muscle cars of the early 1970s. Downtown (San Rafael). maymadness sanrafael.com MAY 13 The French Market Peruse this outdoor antique market in search of treasures. Marin Civic Center (San Rafael).

415.383.2252, golden gateshows.com MAY 17 An Evening with NatureBridge Join NatureBridge — the national nonprofit that provides environmental education in six national parks across the country — to celebrate environmental education in our national parks and a sustainable future. Bently Reserve (SF). 415.992.4767, naturebridge.org MAY 19 Marin General Hospital Foundation Roaring Twenties Gala Head to this black tie gala to benefit Marin General’s Structural Heart Program. Spinnaker parking lot (Sausalito).

415.925.7770, maringeneral.org MAY 19 Marin Home and Garden Expo Get tips, inspiration, aid and special discounts for your next home improvement project at this annual expo.

Fairgrounds (San Rafael). worldclass shows.com

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Kay Carlson

The executive director of Marin Open Studios ushers in a quarter century of community art.

Caroline Abram Bevel Theo Face a Face Gotti Lafont JMM GRO & More!

Visit us online @ RIMSandGOGGLES for info or to RSVP

In 1968, artist Tim Rose held a holiday party in his studio space within Sausalito’s Industrial Center Building, inviting the public to explore his private workspace.

What began as a simple gathering soon became Winter Open Studios. And 25 years after that event, with the help of fellow artist Kay Carlson, Marin Open Studios was born. Each May, MOS invites area artists to open their spaces to visitors. In celebration of its 25th year, we talked to executive director Carlson.

Check it out during the first two weekends in May. marinopenstudios.org MM: What makes Marin Open Studios such a special event?

KC: It is a banquet where everyone gets a seat at the table to feast on color, shape and form. I love seeing the creativity bursting out everywhere in the county and the excitement of families, friends and art lovers experiencing the gallery together. I met my husband, Don McCartney, in my studio during an Open Studios weekend.

MM: What are you most looking forward to this year?

KC: Celebrating our 25th anniversary with 275 artists is very exciting. Many are friends whose work I have seen develop during those 25 years. I am so proud to be a part of this creative community — the best part for me is watching the artworks arrive in the gallery for installation.

MM: Since plein air is your medium, where is your favorite place in Marin to set up and paint?

KC: From my longtime Sausalito studio in the ICB. I walk the waterfront at times of the day when waves, clouds and atmosphere create visual drama.

The variety of Marinship life inspires really seeing.

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Eat & Drink A N I N S I D E R ’ S G U I D E T O R E S TA U R A N T S A N D G O O D F O O D I N T H E B AY A R E A

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A Local Favorite Reopens

WHO Chef Justin Bruckert WHAT Pizzeria returns with a more casual, family-friendly vibe.

WHERE Mill Valley 17 Madrona Street, 415.383.4200, pizzamolina.com b $$ S Í D

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After a hiatus, Mill Valley’s Molina is back, anointed with a new prefix — Pizza — and a new chef, Justin Bruckert. Aside from that, everything is still centered around the wood-fired oven, which turns out the restaurant’s ingredient-driven, distinctly Northern California pies.

Gluten-free crusts are an option as well as vegan cheese sourced locally from Miyoko’s Kitchen. Dessert is also a Bay Area affair with gelato from Almare Gelato in Berkeley. Returning patrons will find the vibe to be more relaxed and family friendly, with California wines and craft beers all on tap, along with an Italian classic brew — Peroni. KASIA PAWLOWSKA

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Out & About / DINE CORTE MADERA BENISSIMO Italian “Benissimo” means “really, really good” in Italian. Aside from the daily 4 to 6:30 p.m. happy hour (drinks $3 to $5, small plates $5 to $7.50), the menu offers a large selection of pizza, pasta and large plates, like cioppino, fresh fishes of the day, T-bone steaks and the signature Benissimo Burger or portobello burger. Specials include all-day happy hour on Mondays, no-corkage Tuesdays, Wednesday night martinis, and live music on Thursdays.

18 Tamalpais Dr, 415.927.2316, benissimos.com s $$$ S D º BLUE BARN GOURMET American The first Marin outpost of the S.F.-based eatery has proven very popular.

The menu includes customizable salads, toasted sandwiches, soups and more, prepared with locally harvested produce and proteins. Try the Jersey cow milk gelato from Double 8 Dairy of West Marin. 335 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.927.1104, bluebarn gourmet.com b $$ S Í LD º IL FORNAIO Italian Aside from pizzas and pastas, this upscaleItalian franchise serves a variety of salads and carb-free entrées. 223 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.927.4400, ilfornaio.com s $$ S Í C LD BR MARIN JOE’S Italian A Marin mainstay for over 50 years, with a menu of soups, salads, seafood, mesquitegrilled or sautéed meats

and a plethora of pasta options. To add to your dining experience, order the table-side prepared Caesar salad.

Not looking for a meal?

Enjoy a drink and hear local musicians at the well-known piano bar.

1585 Casa Buena Dr, 415.924.2081, marin joesrestaurant.com s $$ S C LD PACIFIC CATCH PanAsian The well-priced menu features freshly caught items and Pacific Rim–inspired small or main plates, including wasabi bowls filled with white or brown rice, veggies and a choice of chicken, beef or fish (cooked or raw). Pacific Catch is successfully modeled after the Paia Fish House on Maui, down to the chalkboard menu and Hawaiian music. 133 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.927.3474, pacificcatch.com s $$ S Í C LD º PIG IN A PICKLE American Fresh local ingredients and the highest-quality brisket, pork, ribs and chicken comprise the menu of this Town Center eatery. Sauces are crafted to represent the best American barbecue regions, from Memphis to South Carolina.

House-made pickles, buns and sausages will keep you coming back.

341 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.891.3265, piginapicklebbq.com b $$ S Í BLD THE COUNTER California/American Guests can create their own salads and burgers using all-natural proteins including Angus beef, turkey, chicken, mahimahi, bison or the latest addition, the Impossible Burger.

Gluten-free options and a vegan veggie burger are also available. The restaurant has patio seating, a kick-back vibe and a popular happy hour. Give the spiked milkshake a try. 201 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.924.7000, thecounterburger.com s $$ S Í LD º WORLD WRAPPS Wraps Owners Keith Cox and Matt Blair have revamped this “fast food” joint to feature healthy and flavorful items like a Hawaiian poke wrap and a tahini tofu summer roll that’s vegan-friendly. Exotic housemade beverages include boba tea, mango lassi and Vietnamese iced coffee. 208 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.927.3663, worldwrapps.com $ S Í LD ZINZ WINE BAR Wine Bar Zinz is an upscale wine bar, retail store and art gallery with a cozy, sophisticated atmosphere, an eclectic array of boutique wines and craft beer, and light appetizers.

The quaint neighborhood space also holds events and happy hours.

207 Corte Madera Ave, 415.927.9466, zinzwinebar.com b $$ Í º

FAIRFAX 123 BOLINAS California This cozy one-room eatery offers locally brewed beer, smallproduction wines and seasonal food along with a view of Bolinas Park through the floor-to-ceiling windows. 123 Bolinas St, 415.488.5123, 123bolinas.com b $$ S Í D º

FRADELIZIO’S Italian Fradelizio’s blends Northern Italian cuisine with Californiainspired healthy fare using the freshest ingredients possible.

35 Broadway Blvd, 415.459.1618, fradelizios.com b $$$ S LD BR MAS MASA Latin American and Mexican Chef and owner Patrick Sheehy and co-owner William Eoff ocus on the ancient technique of corn nixtamalization, utilizing organic, non-GMO heirloom corn varieties. The kitchen is 100 percent gluten-free and beer and wine lists highlight local California microbreweries and wineries. 31 Bolinas Road, 415.529.5444, eatmasmasa.com s $$ S Í LD VILLAGE SAKE Japanese Lucky for Fairfax, beloved former Sushi Ran chef Scott Whitman and talented Marin-based restaurateur partners have opened an izakaya — a Japanese-style community pub — on Bolinas Road. In this compact space you’ll find maki rolls and skewers, plus sake and craft beers.

Closed Tuesdays.

19 Bolinas Road, 415.521.5790, villagesake.com b $$$ Í D

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Guided Field Trips and Nature Excursions Film Festival Bird Fair Lectures Educational Booths Arts & Crafts Workshops

GREENBRAE GOTT’S ROADSIDE American The restaurant’s first Marin outpost features the standard signature California-inspired dishes Gott’s is renowned for as well as refined design touches like a roll-up garage door that brings

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Out & About / DINE • RANGE CAFE American The cuisine is local, seasonal, made with naturally raised ingredients and served in a casual, comfortable and refined setting, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the grand Peacock Gap lawns. An inviting cafe at lunch with its ice-cold lemonade and refreshing chardonnays makes a great dinner spot once the sun sets. 333 Biscayne Dr, 415.454.6450, rangecafe.net s $$ S Í C BLD º Chicken Piccata

the outside in when weather permits and a 30-foot-long pine table

by Evan Shively. Diners eating on the patio will be treated to beautiful views of nearby Mount Tamalpais. 302 Bon Air Center, 415.785.4233, gotts.com b $$ S Í BLD JASON’S California Head to Jason’s for seafood dishes with an Asian and Italian flair.

300 Drakes Landing Road, 415.925.0808, jasonsrestaurant.com s $$$ S Í C LD VICTORIA BAKERY & CAFE Italian Victoria Bakery & Cafe in Bon Air has added lunch to the menu. Savory options at this Italian confectionery, specializing in wedding cakes, include paninis and puff astries filled with Swiss Gruyère. 292 Bon Air Shopping Center, 415.461.3099, victoria bakerymarin.com $$ Í BL

LARKSPUR DON ANTONIO Italian Antonio Volpicelli, of Don Antonio in Tiburon, has taken over the old Fabrizio space and filled it with more traditional Italian cuisine. The menu offers an assortment of classic dishes like gorgonzola gnocchi, veal parmesan, carbonara and an extensive wine list. Guests are welcome to enjoy any one of these items on the spacious outdoor patio. 455 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.3332, don antoniomarin.com b $$ Í LD EMPORIO RULLI Italian Renowned for its Northern Italian specialties and treats, the Larkspur location (there are four others) is a favored spot for lunch as well as coffee and a sweet treat.

464 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.7478, rulli.com $$ S Í BL

FARM HOUSE LOCAL California This downtown Larkspur gem is sure to please with simple, healthy food in a warm, cozy atmosphere — both inside and outside on the covered patio. The seasonal menu follows what is fresh and local with dishes such as fluffy omelets stuffed with local meats, cheeses and vegetables. 25 Ward St, 415.891.8577, farmhouselocal.com b $$ S Í BL FARMSHOP California Located in the Marin Country Mart since 2013, Farmshop Marin has quickly become a top spot here in the county. Indoor and outdoor seating available.

Marin Country Mart, 2233 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.755.6700, farmshopca.com s $$$ S Í C LD BR FISHER’S CHEESE + WINE American Marin Country Mart gets a cheese-inspired

restaurant and retail shop by Kiri Fisher.

Expect a unique selection of fromage and wine as well as hot dishes like meatballs with creamed kale.

Marin Country Mart, 2201 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.779.2201 fisherscheese.com b $$ Í LD BR GIA RISTORANTE Italiano Italian Fabrizio Laudati, along with co-chef Stefano Guasco, has brought his Italian style to Marin. Previously Laudati owned four Italian restaurants in San Francisco, including Bella Trattoria and Panta Rei. The menu features simple, authentic dishes with a modern twist from the Lazio region of central Italy. 286 Magnolia Ave, 415.891.3979, giarestaurant.net b $$ Í LD

LEFT BANK RESTAURANT French Known for awardwinning French cuisine and a lively brasserie ambience, this corner spot on Magnolia Avenue rates high with locals. Those with a small appetite can opt for happy hour appetizers (3 to 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to close, Monday to Friday), most priced under $7. 507 Magnolia Ave, 415.927.3331, leftbank.com s $$$ S Í C LD BR MARIN BREWING CO. American Grab a cold beer made on site and pair it with fish ’n’ chips — in this case fresh cod dipped in Mt. Tam pale ale batter, served with steak fries and homemade tartar sauce — or anything from the all-American menu.

Marin Country Mart, 1809 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.461.4677, marinbrewing.com b $$ S Í LD º PERRY’S American The San Francisco mainstay now offers its wide selection of salads, steaks and comfort favorites like French onion soup in a location across the bridge in Larkspur in the location of the former Lark Creek Inn. Skylights bring in plenty of natural light and an expanded bar is ideal for sipping Perry’s famed bloody marys.

Valet parking is offered and brunch is served Saturdays and Sundays.

234 Magnolia Ave, 415.927.1877, perryssf.com s $$$ Í LD BR º PICCO California Popular since its inception, Picco has a seasonally driven menu featuring items such as risotto (made every

half hour) that keep attracting return visits. 320 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.0300, restaurantpicco.com s $$$ S Í C D PIZZERIA PICCO Pizza This upscale parlor offers Californiainfluenced Neapolitan pizzas, cooked in a wood-burning pizza oven. Fresh mozzarella is pulled in-house and the menu also features organic salads, a daily soup and Straus Dairy soft-serve ice cream.

316 Magnolia Ave, 415.945.8900, pizzeria picco.com b $$ S Í LD º RUSTIC BAKERY California This homegrown bakery is known and loved the world over. In fact, Pope Francis famously requested Rustic Bakery flatbread and crostini when he visited the United States in 2015. Bread that’s baked fresh each morning in addition to granola, cookies, muffins and croissants make this a local staple. 1139 Magnolia Ave, 415.925.1556; Marin Country Mart, 2017 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.461.9900, rusticbakery.com b $$ S Í BLD BR

MILL VALLEY BALBOA CAFE MILL VALLEY California The San Francisco institution has become a place to see and be seen in Mill Valley, especially after 142 Throckmorton comedy nights. Menu includes Niman flatiron steak, braised beef brisket risotto and classic burgers. 38 Miller Ave, 415.381.7321, balboacafe.com s $$$ S Í LD BR º

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BUCKEYE ROADHOUSE American Oysters Bingo, baby back ribs and ChiliLime “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, buckeye roadhouse.com s $$ C LD BR BUNGALOW 44 American One of Mill Valley’s neighborhood hot spots, featuring contemporary California comfort food, signature cocktails, fine wine, and one-dollar oysters from 5 to 6 p.m. every day.

44 E Blithedale Ave, 415.381.2500, bungalow44.com s $$$ S Í C D CANTINA Mexican The popular family restaurant serves traditional Mexican fare including soups, salads, sandwiches and sizzling fajitas in lunch-size portions and at lunchsize prices. An outdoor fire pit provides the option of alfresco dining, or take in the lively atmosphere indoors.

Stop by for drinks and appetizers Monday to Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. 651 E Blithedale, 415.381.1070, thecantina.com s $$$ S Í C LD BR º EL PASEO American Todd Shoberg is joining the team as executive chef at this awardwinning eatery in the heart of downtown Mill Valley. Built from Mount Tam railroad ties and brick in 1947,

El Paseo was restored by owner Sammy Hagar in 2009. Now boasting a full liquor license, the Passage Bar and an updated menu, this Marin gem is ready to rock. 17 Throckmorton Ave, 415.388.0741, elpaseomillvalley.com s $$$ Í C D GRILLY’S Mexican Grilly’s is an easy and delicious stop. Pick up a couple burritos and the much-loved chicken taco salad and you have a lunch or dinner to please the whole family. 493 Miller Ave, 415.381.3278, grillys.com b $ S Í C BLD BR JOE’S TACO LOUNGE Mexican Joe’s serves up fish tacos, burritos and enchiladas as well as more unusual items like Mexican pizza, tofu tostada and crab tostadas. A colorful interior and quick service make this a fun, easy stop.

If there are too many unsupervised kids for a peaceful meal, takeout is easy too. If you stay, grab a selection of hot sauce bottles from the wall and find your perfect match. 382 Miller Ave, 415.383. 8164, joestacolounge.com b $$ S Í BLD KITCHEN SUNNYSIDE American This brunch stop brings some gourmet to your morning with options like Dungeness crab hash, cornflake French toast, eggs Florentine and bottomless mimosas.

Lunch choices like paninis and burgers are also available.

31 Sunnyside Ave, 415.326.5159, kitchen sunnyside.com b $$ S BL BR

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Out & About / DINE • COMFORTS CAFE American Comforts has a large take-out section offers fresh bakery items, seasonal salads, soups, sandwiches and even entrees for dinner at home. Besides the famous and popular Chinese chicken salad, other winners are the stuffed pecan-crusted French toast, flavorful scrambles and wonton soup. 335 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.9840, comfortscafe.com b $$ S Í BL BR Shaved Asparagus Salad

LA GINESTRA Italian A favorite family place for over 30 years; getting a table or booth here can take awhile. While this old-school Italian eatery is known for traditional pastas, veal dishes, pizzas and dry martinis, the familiar waitstaff s also part of the attraction. 127 Throckmorton Ave, 415.388.0224, laginestramv.com s $$ S D MILL VALLEY BEERWORKS American Known for handcrafted beers, imported and local microbrews and house-made kombucha and root beer, this popular downtown Mill Valley neighborhood brewery is also a full-blown restaurant.

Choose from a large selection of small plates, including king oyster mushrooms, roasted potatoes and grilled squid, and a small list of large portions like confit rabbit.

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PIATTI RISTORANTE AND BAR Italian The staff rides itself on capturing the warm and welcoming atmosphere of a traditional Italian trattoria. Get a table by the window or on the outdoor deck for a truly exceptional view right on the water. Peruse the impressive selection of Italian wines to accompany your rustic seasonal meal.

625 Redwood Hwy, 415.380.2525, piatti.com s $$ S Í C LD BR

PIZZA ANTICA Italian This Italianinspired restaurant in Strawberry Village offers much more than impeccably prepared thin-crust pizzas.

The seasonal dishes are created with local ingredients and include chopped salads, housemade pastas, and meat, fish and fowl entrees, such as the Tuscan fried chicken and roasted pork chop. 800 Redwood Hwy, 415.383.0600, pizzaantica.com b $$ S LD BR º

PIAZZA D’ANGELO Italian Family owned for over 35 years, Piazza D’Angelo evokes a traditional trattoria dining experience. Enjoy a variety of house-made pastas, meat and seafood dishes, wood-fired pizzas, and gluten-free offerings with organic and locally sourced ingredients. 22 Miller

PLAYA Mexican Drawing inspiration from travels and the fresh, flavorful cuisine served on the playa, Peter Schumacher and Bill and Vanessa Higgins have developed a menu that blends locally sourced, organic and sustainable ingredients with a bar highlighting a

selection of exceptional tequilas and mezcals.

41 Throckmorton Ave, 415.384.8871, playamv.com s $$ Í D SHORELINE COFFEE SHOP American Tucked away in a parking lot at Tam Junction, this coffee shop is a funky diner with a smalltown feel. Check out the mix of Mexican and traditional breakfast fare. 221 Shoreline Hwy, 415.388.9085, shoreline coffeeshop.com b $$ S Í BL BR SWEETWATER MUSIC HALL CAFE American Located at the entrance of Sweetwater Music Hall, the cafe is dedicated to the FLOSS 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

potato-ricotta gnocchi and vegan Thai spring rolls with sweet-and-sour sauce.

19 Corte Madera Ave, 415.388.3850, sweetwatermusic hall.com s $$ S Í BLD BR º TAMALPIE Italian Owner Karen Goldberg designed this restaurant with a large group seating area, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, and a small casual bar.

The food is Italian home cooking with the daily modern inspiration of locally sourced seasonal ingredients found in the salads, house-made pastas and crispy Neapolitan-style pizza, with a selection of beer and wine to match. 477 Miller Ave, 415.388.7437, tamalpie pizza.com s $$ S Í C LD º THE WHISK + SKILLET American This daytime eatery in Strawberry Village serves all-day breakfast and lunch with plenty of egg options to choose from and Equator coffee to boot. Lunch options include soups, sandwiches and salads. 125 Strawberry Village, 415.380.1900, whisk andskillet.com b $$ BL THEP LELA Thai This jewel is tucked away in the back of Strawberry Village. Diners come for the tasty kee mao noodles, pad thai, fresh rolls and extensive bar menu. It’s also a great place for lunch. 615 Strawberry Village, 415.383.3444, theplela.com s $$ S Í LD VASCO Italian Whether you’re at a table, the bar or the back counter, you can expect an intimate

and tasty dining experience in this one-room trattoria. Try one of the pasta dishes or thincrust wood-fired pizzas.

106 Throckmorton Ave, 415.381.3343, vasco millvalley.com s $$ S D

NOVATO BESO BISTRO AND WINE BAR American Located at Novato’s Hamilton Field, Beso’s menu highlights locally sourced organic produce, fresh sustainable seafood as well as pasture raised and free range meat. Wine lovers can embrace their inner Dionysus — Beso Bistro pours more than 20 wines by the glass and features more than 50 by the bottle. 502 S Palm Dr, besobistro.com b $$ Í LD BOCA PIZZERIA Italian Enjoy authentic pizza prepared with fresh mozzarella made in house daily and tomatoes imported from Italy, or go for a grilled rosemary chicken sandwich or the braised beef short rib pappardelle.

Weekly specials include 50 percent off all wines by the bottle on Wednesdays and half off raft beers on Thursdays. 454 Ignacio Blvd, 415.883.2302, bocapizzeria.com b $$ S Í C LD HILLTOP 1892 California In a historic country estate in Novato with sweeping views, enjoy classic favorites with a California flair.

There’s a private banquet room for special events. 850 Lamont Ave, 415.893.1892, hilltop1892.com s $$$ S Í C LD BR º

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HOPMONK TAVERN American The beer garden–style outdoor patio and live music keep fans coming back to this Novato brewhouse. Weekly events include country line dancing and open mic nights with an ample selection of beers on tap. 224 Vintage Way, 415.892.6200, hopmonk.com s $$ S Í C LD RICKEY’S RESTAURANT & BAR American Besides a full-service restaurant and bar (with banquet and meeting rooms), this comfort food bastion offers poolside dining and a garden patio overlooking green lawns. 250 Entrada Dr, 415.883.9477, rickeys restaurant.com s $$ S Í C D º RUSTIC BAKERY California Organic pastries, breads, salads and sandwiches are on the menu here, including daily seasonal specials.

Try the Marin Melt — Cowgirl Creamery’s Mt. Tam and Point Reyes Toma cheeses grilled on honey whole wheat, served with dressed baby greens and crisp apple slices. 1407 Grant Ave, 415.878.4952, rusticbakery.com b $$ S Í BLD BR THE SPEAKEASY American There’s nothing like the comfort of a solid burger and beer when you’re kicking back and watching the game, and the Speakeasy provides.

In addition to the 10 beers on tap, you can go beyond traditional pub grub with treats like a deconstructed salmon salad. 504 Alameda del Prado, 415.883.7793, the speakeasynovato.com s $$ LD BR º

SAN ANSELMO BAAN THAI CUISINE Thai Known for its mango sticky rice, this restaurant is committed to serving fresh, local and seasonal food.

Warm up with the tom kha soup or stave off he heat with a lychee iced tea. 726 San Anselmo Ave, 415.457.9470, baanthaimarin.com b $$ LD CREEKSIDE PIZZA & TAP ROOM American Under the direction of chef Janet Abrahamson, Creekside offers American-style artisan pizza and organic salads, along with an extensive selection of craft beer on tap and a local wine program. There’s a daily happy hour, a big-screen TV and a banquet room available by reservation. 638 San Anselmo Ave, 415.785.4450, creeksidesa.com b $$ S C D º

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FLOUR CRAFT BAKERY California Artisan bakery offering pastries, fresh bread, special occasion cakes and cafe items that are entirely gluten-free, with dairyfree and vegan options available. Customer favorites include the oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, decadent cinnamon rolls, flourless hazelnut brownies, and the bakery’s signature granolas.

702 San Anselmo Ave, 415.453.3100, flour craftbakery.com $ S Í BL INSALATA’S Mediterranean Awardwinning chef Heidi Krahling prepares Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes with delicious produce and artisan meats.

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Out & About / DINE 120 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.457.7700, insalatas.com s $$$ S C LD BR L’APPART RESTO French A full range of French and local favorites along with a $36 three-course prix fixe menu are served up in an energetic yet sophisticated setting.

Check out the live music on Thursdays. Dinner Monday to Saturday, lunch Friday to Sunday.

636 San Anselmo Ave, 415.256.9884, lappartresto.com b $$ S Í LD BR MADCAP Fusion Chef Ron Siegel has opened his first solo venture in a contemporary art-filled space with an urban edge. The vegetable-centric menu incorporates seafood

and local ingredients, fusing California and Japanese cuisines in colorful dishes that are bold, balanced and bright. 198 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.453.9898, madcapmarin.com b $$$ D MARINITAS Mexican The sister restaurant of Insalata’s continues to flourish as a center for creative Latin cuisine in Marin. It may not be as low-priced as most local Mexican restaurants, but this is not your typical southof-the-border spot. 218 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.454.8900, marinitas.net s $$ S LD BR

M.H. BREAD AND BUTTER California This one-stop shop offers everything from coffee and pastries to artisan bread and braised meats. High-quality ingredients and a comfortable atmosphere make MH worth checking out. 101 San Anselmo Ave, 415.755.4575, mhbreadandbutter.com b $$ S Í BL BR SUSHI 69 Japanese Sushi 69 has been a favorite for locals looking to get their fill of no-frills sushi.

An extensive menu features tempura and the popular Hiro’s roll (spicy tuna with avocado, salmon and ponzu sauce wrapped in sushi rice). 69 Center Blvd, 415.459.6969, shallwego69.com b $$$ Í D

TACO JANE’S Mexican Taco Jane’s full bar features a robust tequila and mezcal selection.

Its regional Mexican cuisine includes Oaxacan mole, fish tacos and vegetarian options. Black Gold salsa arrives with complimentary chips and is created using charred blackened tomatoes and roasted chilis.

Live music Thursdays, enclosed patio seating all year round, weekday happy hour 4:30 to 6 p.m. 21 Tamalpais Ave, 415.454.6562, tacojanes.com s $$ S Í LD BR VALENTI & CO. Italian This bright and cozy space is the ideal environment for authentic Italian dishes made with local ingredients.

A seat at the chef’s

table gives a prime view of the open kitchen.

337 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.7800, valentico.com b $$$ D

SAN RAFAEL BEST LIL’ PORKHOUSE American For a selection of authentic Southern appetizers, smoked ribs, pulled pork, outstanding wings, sliders and homemade barbecue sauce, head to this barbecue joint just off Highway 101. The vibe is honky-tonk and the bar boasts two pool tables and several televisions always tuned into the latest sporting events. Opt for a “Stina,” the famous pomegranate/jalapeño margarita. 2042 Fourth

St, 415.457.7675, best lilporkhouse.com s $$ S C LD BR º GREEN CHILE KITCHEN Mexican Don’t let the name fool you; while green chilies are present on the menu, many other varieties are also featured. From the organic house-made blue corn tortillas to the red chili chicken wings, this restaurant located in downtown San Rafael offers a cornucopia of hues and flavors. 1335 Fourth St, 415.521.5691, green chilekitchen.com b $$ S LD FLATIRON American The remodeled Flatiron is where refined American bar food lives happily in its ideal environment — with a bevy of craft beers. Owned

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by the Strickers, a husband-and-wife duo, this polished sports bar serves noshes like chili lime cauliflower, classic sandwiches, and truffle and waffle fries in a space that also features classic arcade games.

724 B St, 415.453.4318, flatironsanrafael.com s $$ LD º IL DAVIDE Italian Innovative and classic Tuscan dishes and house-made pasta has kept locals coming back for years. Ingredients are organic and locally sourced where possible, and there’s a vast selection of both Italian and California wines by the glass. A private party dining room accommodates up to 45. 901 A St, 415.454.8080, ildavide.net s $$$ S Í C LD

LA TOSCANA RISTORANTE & BAR Italian Family owned and operated since 1985, La Toscana has completed an extensive interior and exterior renovation, transforming an already popular San Rafael gathering spot into a place for any occasion. The menu features classics like gnocchi and carbonara and an ample selection of wine. 3751 Redwood Hwy, 415.492.9100, ristorante latoscana.com s $$$ S Í C LD º LAVIER CUSINE Latin Fusion Free-range meat and fresh seafood is the focus at this authentic Latin-fusion eatery in San Rafael run by Gabriela and her husband Guillermo, who hails from Yucatan.

Try the plantainand-panko-crusted cheese sticks to start and follow that with the popular puffy fish tacos with slaw and black beans. Brunch is served on weekends until 2 p.m. 1025 C St, 415.295.7990, lavier latinfusion.com b $$ S LD BR º LOTUS CUISINE OF INDIA RESTAURANT Indian Family owned and operated since 1999, Lotus serves up organic North Indian cuisine with many vegan and vegetarian options. The restaurant is a certified green business with an energy-efficient kitchen and features a retractable rooftop and exotic interior decor with casual pinktablecloth settings.

The reasonably priced dishes are made with local, non-GMO and gluten-free ingredients. 704 Fourth St, 415.456.5808, lotusrestaurant.com b $$ S C LD MAGNOLIA PARK KITCHEN American This American bistro features lots of farm-fresh salads and sandwiches to choose from. The outdoor patio is well suited to sipping a glass of wine or enjoying a signature fried chicken bomb sandwich. 1016 Court St, 415.521.5591, magnolia parkkitchen.com b $$ Í C BL SHIRO KUMA Japanese Shiro Kuma, which means polar bear, takes its inspiration from chef Yasuo Shigeyoshi’s

childhood in a small rural town in the south of Japan and offers traditional-style sushi and Wagyu A5 and Kobe beef to cook over ishiyaki grilling stones.

Proving popular are weekly specials such as hamachi jalapeño as well as the omakase (chef’s choice) dinner. 1518 Fourth St, 415.295.7464, sushishiro kuma.com b $$ S LD SOL FOOD Puerto Rican Fast becoming a Marin legend, Sol Food whips up traditional Puerto Rican dishes just like the ones owners Sol Hernandez grew up eating. Favorites include the bistec sandwich, mofongo and other fried plantain dishes, but anything tastes good with a dash of the

signature hot sauce, also for sale by the bottle (as is the lemongarlic salad dressing).

901 Lincoln Ave, 415.451.4765, sol foodrestaurant.com $$ S BLD STATE ROOM American State Room Brewery has ditched the pizza house vibe in favor of an elegant 1930s-era setting. Many beers are made on site and all drafts are available in sizes from half-pints to take-home growlers; beer flights are also available. The gastropub’s menu, created by Chef Ed Vigil, changes seasonally and includes a burrata cheese BLT and sashimi-grade tuna poke. 1132 Fourth St, 415.295.7929, state roombrewery.com s $$ Í LD º

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Out & About / DINE TERRAPIN CROSSROADS American This waterfront restaurant and music venue presents fresh food and local talent. The menu offers salads, savory dishes and wood-fired pizzas plus a wide selection of beer, wine and cocktails. Come for the food, stay for the music.

100 Yacht Club Dr, 415.524.2773, terrapin crossroads.net s $$ Í C D BR º UCHIWA RAMEN Japanese When owners Benson Yang and Kevin Fong decided to open Marin’s first ramen shop in 2014, they weren’t sure what to expect. Three years later, Uchiwa remains loved by ramen enthusiasts for its rich broths and fresh noodles.

Vegetarian and vegan options available. 821 B St, 415.991.3693, uchiwaramen.com b $$ LD

SAUSALITO ANGELINO RESTAURANT Italian An authentic Italian eatery with handmade pastas and seasonal antipasti, showcasing cuisine of the Campania region for over 20 years. 621 Bridgeway, 415.331.5225, angelino restaurant.com s $$$ S BLD ARAWAN THAI Thai After an 18-month closure due to a fire, this Sausalito favorite has reopened to enthusiastic reviews. Favorites like the Prawn Arawan with yellow curry are

back on the menu as well as $10 lunch specials. 47 Caledonia St, 415.729.9395 b $$ LD AVATAR’S Indian If you’re on the hunt for innovative Indian fare, head to Avatar’s. Sip masala chai sweetened with brown sugar in this casual one-room restaurant, ideal for a quick lunch or dinner. 2656 Bridgeway, 415.332.8083, enjoyavatars.com b $$ S LD BAR BOCCE American Food just tastes better on a bayside patio with fire pits and a bocce ball court. Order one of the sourdough bread pizzas and a glass of wine and you’ll see why this casual eatery, overseen by Robert

Price of Buckeye and Bungalow 44, has become a local favorite. 1250 Bridgeway, 415.331.0555, barbocce.com s $$ S Í LD CIBO California Located in a historic brick building on Sausalito’s main drag, this is a great place to a sip a quick cup of coffee outdoors. The menu offers tarts, croissants, cookies, paninis and soups. Every dish is made from scratch with local and seasonal products. 1201 Bridgeway, 415.331.2426, cibosausalito.com $$ S Í BL COPITA Mexican Chef Joanne Weir serves up fresh Mexican fare in the heart of downtown Sausalito. The ever-changing menu

is gluten-free, and the in-house tequila bar offers over 100 varieties and fantastic cocktails.

Dine at the bar or on the outdoor patio for great people-watching. 739 Bridgeway, 415.331.7400, copita restaurant.com s $$ S Í LD BR F3/FAST FOOD FRANCAIS French F3 serves brunch, lunch and dinner featuring “Frenchified” American comfort food. A rotating menu includes items like the Quack burger (duck confit, black pepper chèvre, lettuce and red onion marmalade). Enjoy with a side of Brussels sprout chips or pommes dauphines (tater tots). 39 Caledonia St, 415.887.9047, eatf3.com s $$ S Í LD BR

FISH Seafood The ultimate place for freshly caught fare. Order the fish tacos, ceviche and a bottle of wine and take in the bay views on the open-air deck.

Casual; bring cash (lots of it!). 350 Harbor Dr, 415.331.3474, 331fish.com b $$$ S Í LD JOINERY American The owners of Mill Valley Beerworks opened this rotisserie in the former Wellington’s Wine Bar space earlier this year.

The restaurant features craft beer, burgers and other hearty, seasonal fare in a communal setting. 300 Turney St, 415.766.8999, joineryca.com b $$ Í LD

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KITTI’S PLACE Thai/ California This homestyle family restaurant has been in Sausalito 20 years and features favorites like lettuce cups, soft spring rolls and weekly specials.

3001 Bridgeway, 415.331.0390, kittisplace.com b $$ S Í LD LE GARAGE French Escape the tourist crush for an indulgent meal right on the water.

The atmosphere is animated with light French music (à la Amélie), and the much-adored croque-monsieur is authentic. Indoor or outdoor seating.

85 Liberty Ship Way, 415.332.5625, legaragebistro sausalito.com b $$$ S Í BLD BR

MURRAY CIRCLE American Cavallo Point’s acclaimed restaurant features local seasonal fare by executive chef Justin Everett, with pairings from an extensive wine list and tempting desserts. Stop by Farley Bar for cocktails with a view. 601 Murray Circle, 415.339.4750, cavallopoint.com s $$$ S Í C BLD BR OSTERIA DIVINO Tuscan Osteria Divino offers authentic Florentine cooking inspired by the finest local, organic, seasonal produce, meat and fish available, along with an extensive artisan pasta selection. Live music Tue-Sun. 37 Caledonia St, 415.331.9355, osteriadivino.com b $$ S Í C BLD BR º

POGGIO Italian Executive chef Benjamin Balesteri creates Northern Italian fare using fresh and local ingredients.

Private dining rooms above the restaurant can accommodate larger parties (10 to 150 guests). 777 Bridgeway, 415.332.7771, poggio tratoria.com s $$$ S Í C BLD SCOMA’S OF SAUSALITO Italian Scoma’s boat, berthed at Pier 47, fishes seasonally and is approved for salmon and Dungeness crab, resulting in fresh catches year-round.

The menu regularly features whole crabs, chowders and grilled fi h. 588 Bridgeway, 415.332.9551, scomas sausalito.com s $$ C LD

SEAFOOD PEDDLER RESTAURANT AND FISH MARKET Seafood The fish is bought daily from local fishers, who are also restaurant patrons. Recipes are adjusted to incorporate the freshest catch. 303 Johnson St, 415.332.1492, seafoodpeddler.com s $$$ S Í LD BR º SUSHI RAN Japanese Sample innovative small plates just big enough to share before enjoying some of the best sushi the Bay Area has to offer; the prices don’t deter the herd of enthusiasts who line up nightly to partake.

Just stopping by? The wine, cocktail and sake lists keep even the pickiest barfly satisfied. Reservations are required in the main

room. 107 Caledonia St, 415.332.3620, sushiran.com s $$ Í LD TASTE OF THE HIMALAYAS Himalayan Popular for lunch and dinner, serving authentic food from a faraway region. 2633 Bridgeway, 415.331.1335, sausalitotasteofthe himalayas.com b $$ S LD TOMMY’S WOK Chinese Fresh ingredients, free-range chicken and traditional dishes fulfill the Chinese food craving with a nice atmosphere for dining in and great takeout for a night at home. 3001 Bridgeway, 415.332.5818, tommyswok.com b $$ S Í LD

THE TRIDENT Seafood Set in a turn-of-thecentury building constructed for the San Francisco Yacht Club, this waterfront restaurant is a shoein for date night. The restaurant, a famous 1970s hangout, is now known for supporting local farmers, fishers and organic food producers. 558 Bridgeway, 415.331.3232, the tridentsausalito.com s $$$ S Í LD BR º

TIBURON CAFFE ACRI Italian The well-lit corner cafe in Tiburon is a favorite go-to for bikers, city commuters and locals.

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WEST MARIN • HARMONY Chinese Enjoy a lighter take on Chinese at this restaurant, nestled in Strawberry Village. The barbecue pork bun is filled with house-made roasted meat in a savory sauce, and signature prawns are wok seared with scallions. Pair your pick with wine, beer or tea and be sure to check out the weekday takeout lunch special.

401 Strawberry Village, 415.381.5300, harmonyrestaurant group.com b $$ S LD

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salads and paninis for lunch. 1 Main St, 415.435.8515, caffeacri.com b $$ Í LD DON ANTONIO TRATTORIA Italian Located in Tiburon’s Ark Row, this trattoria serves authentic Italian cuisine in a quaint setting. Traditional selections include chicken piccata, veal marsala and housemade pesto. 114 Main St, 415.435.0400, don antoniotrattoria.com b $$ D LUNA BLU Sicilian Executive chef Renzo Azzarello serves Sicilian seafood and homemade pastas with a Californian touch.

The seasonal menu incorporates fresh and organic produce, local

naturally grown meat and poultry from small farms. The restaurant complies with Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch, so all the seafood is sustainable. In 2014 diners voted Luna Blu one of the Top 100 Neighborhood Gem restaurants in America. 35 Main St, 415.789.5844, lunablurestaurant.com s $$ S Í LD

SALT & PEPPER American The sun-filled one-room restaurant, featuring hardwood floors and blue-checkered tablecloths, is an area favorite. Popular items include scallops, rib-eye steak, a beef burger and traditional crabcakes with jalapeño dipping sauce. 38 Main St, 415.435.3594 b $$ S Í LD

RUSTIC BAKERY California This location of the beloved bakery offers the same menu as the other locations as well as outdoor dining.

Enjoy a wide selection of fresh salads, sandwiches and pastries on the boardwalk.

1550 Tiburon Blvd, 415.797.6123, rustic bakery.com b $$ S Í BLD BR

SAM’S ANCHOR CAFE American The menu at this seaside institution features local organic produce and sustainably sourced meats and fish. Chef Robert Taylor, formerly of Farallon, has curated an oyster list for the raw bar menu and a fresh cocktail list to boot. 27 Main St, 415.435.4527, samscafe.com s $$$ S Í C LD BR º

SERVINO RISTORANTE Italian Chef and owner Angelo Servino highlights organic ingredients in an array of rustic Italian dishes, including house-made pastas, wood oven pizzas, and seasonal specialties. Located on the bay in Tiburon, Servino also prides itself on its extensive sustainable seafood program. Savor la dolce vita on the waterfront patio. 9 Main St, 415.435.2676, servino.com s $$$ S Í C LD BR º TIBURON TAVERN California The atmosphere here is enhanced by two outdoor patios, two indoor fireplaces and fresh flowers.

Happy hour is 3 to 6:30 p.m. every day.

1651 Tiburon Blvd, 415.435.5996, lodge attiburon.com s $$ S Í C BLD BR º

NICK’S COVE American Nick’s Cove offers a coastal escape on Tomales Bay, serving famous barbecued local oysters, Dungeness crab mac ’n’ cheese and cocktails incorporating homegrown ingredients. Large windows in the 130-seat restaurant provide picturesque views of Tomales Bay and Hog Island (Marshall). 23240 Hwy 1, 415.663.1033, nickscove.com s $$$ S Í C LD BR OSTERIA STELLINA California Whether it’s to cap off a ay of hiking or celebrate a romantic anniversary, Osteria Stellina suits any occasion. The menu is Italian-inspired and features local organic ingredients. If you’re up for something unusual, try the goat shoulder, a hit with both tourists and locals (Point Reyes). 11285 Hwy 1, 415.663.9988, osteriastellina.com b $$ S LD PARKSIDE CAFE American Perfect for a sit-down alfresco meal or for grabbing a burger to enjoy on the beach.

Beautiful patio garden seating, ocean views, and private wood-fired dinners make this cafe a relaxing retreat. If you’re on the go, check out the market and bakery. Choose from an array of organic locally grown produce, artisan meats and wild seafood (Stinson). 43 Arenal Ave, 415.868.1272, parksidecafe.com s $$$ S Í C BLD RANCHO NICASIO American Known for live music and an extensive menu featuring

everything from crispy calamari to braised lamb shanks, Rancho Nicasio is open seven days a week. Be sure to stop in for happy hour, 4 to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday (Nicasio). 1 Old Rancheria Road, 415.662.2219, rancho nicasio.com s $$$ S Í C LD BR º SAND DOLLAR American Originally built from three barges in Tiburon in 1921, the Sand Dollar Restaurant was floated to Stinson that same year. Enjoy live music along with barbecued local oysters and New England clam chowder. The sunny deck is great in the afternoon (Stinson).

3458 Shoreline Hwy, 415.868.0434, stinson beachrestaurant.com s $$ S Í LD SIDE STREET KITCHEN American Sheryl Cahill, owner of Point Reyes’ Station House Cafe, opens her next venture a few blocks down in the former Pine Cone Diner. The fast-casual eatery with chef Aaron Wright (formerly of Tavern at Lark Creek) at the helm serves up favorites like rotisserie chicken, smoked oysters and creamed corn. Happy hour weekly from 2 to 4 p.m. (Point Reyes Station). 60 Fourth St, 415.663.0303, sidestreet-prs.com b $$ S Í LD º SIR & STAR AT THE OLEMA California The historic inn has reopened as a roadhouse-style restaurant featuring rustic decor and a delicious yet affordable menu. Try the house-made bread and honey butter, the kale Caesar and the stuffed quail, then

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come back and work your way through the ever-changing menu (Olema). 10000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.663.1034, sirandstar.com b $$$ Í C D STATION HOUSE CAFE American Fresh local homegrown foods are showcased for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stop in on weekends (5 p.m. on Sundays) for live music and wine, beer and cocktails (Point Reyes Station). 11180 Hwy 1, 415.663.1515, station housecafe.com s $$ S Í C BLD BR º THE SIREN CANTEEN American/Mexican Where can you enjoy a taco at a restaurant nestled directly under a lifeguard tower? At The Siren Canteen, of course. Opened in the summer of 2014, this beach shack perched on the sandy shores of Stinson serves up burritos, burgers and creamy Meyer lemon milkshakes. Though the food is solid, we think the BYOW option with a $10 corkage fee and million-dollar views is reason enough to give this shack a shout-out (Stinson). 3201 Hwy 1, 415.868.1777, thesirencanteen.com b $ Í LD

SAN FRANCISCO /EAST BAY BENU Asian/French Plan on a formal and sophisticated evening.

The compositions on the tasting menu provide a full experience of this restaurant’s unique Asian fusion cuisine. 22 Hawthorne St, 415.685.4860, benusf.com b $$$ C D

CLIFF HOUSE California Great food, beautiful view and lots of history — what else could you want? An awardwinning wine list?

They have that too. Not only does Cliff ouse boast a popular Sunday champagne brunch, it also focuses on local, organic, sustainable ingredients and seafood on its everyday menu. 1090 Point Lobos, 415.386.3330, cliffhouse.com s $$ S BLD DABBA Indian Inspired by the Indian-Mexican restaurant Avatar’s in Sausalito, this latest twist on the concept comes from tech entrepreneur Andy Mercy and former French Laundry and Spruce chef Walter Abrams.

Applying Abrams’ precision, palate and creativity to global culinary traditions, Dabba offers worldly flavors “wrapped in a California state of mind.” 71 Stevenson St, 415.236.3984, dabba.com b $$ S Í C BL

Travel Intentionally Destination Ideas and Tips from Marin Magazine

LA FOLIE French Chef Roland Passot serves critically acclaimed fare in this intimate, familyrun restaurant. It’s located in Russian Hill, but the menu highlights ingredients from farms in Marin and Sonoma and all along the Pacific Coast and the greater Northwest. 2316 Polk St, 415.776.5577, lafolie.com s $$$ D MERSEA American Executive chef and co-founder, Parke Ulrich — formerly of Lark Creek Inn, Epic Steak and Waterbar — started a new venture on Treasure Island.

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“island oasis” in Old English, serves standard American comfort food like burgers, fish and chips and the like with a local-focused Bay Area twist. Also not to be missed are the curated cocktail menu and unbeatable views (Treasure Island). 699 Avenue of the Palms, 714.350.3889, mersea.restaurant s $$ S Í BLD

MICHAEL MINA Japanese/French Michael Mina has clearly mastered the fine line between award-winning art and Alaskan halibut. Each brilliantly crafted dish has a delicate blend of flavors that add up to a distinctive, luxurious dining experience.

252 California St, 415.397.9222, michaelmina.net s $$$ LD

PERRY’S American Perry’s, for over 45 years an institution on Union Street in San Francisco, is known for its classic American food, its warm personable service and its bustling bar. Signature dishes include traditional Cobb salad, prime steaks and, of course, the renowned hamburger. Perry’s also serves a weekend brunch. 1944 Union St, 415.922-9022, perryssf.com s $$ S Í C D º

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RangeCafe Bar and Grill, located on the course at Peacock Gap Golf Club, offers a delicious array of dining options including weekend brunch and seasonal specials.

Enjoy Happy Hour drinks and appetizers in our cozy dining area or enjoy the sunshine on our outdoor patio.

RANGECAFE

333 Biscayne Drive, San Rafael, CA 415.454.6450 rangecafe.net

Your special events will sparkle in this jewel-like setting. Events Ondine’s inviting interior and skydeck are enhanced by a panorama of spectacular bay views. Inspired custom cuisine and expert staff ensure that your celebrations will be a feast for all the senses.

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558 Bridgeway, Upper Level, Sausalito, CA 415.331.1133 thetrident.net/events-ondine.html

Consistently rated “Best of Marin,” Comforts offers fine city and home-style food. Join us in our full-service restaurant for breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch, or choose from an array of seasonal salads, sandwiches, soups, entrees and desserts from our takeout cases. Our menus change regularly to refle t the season and availability. Catering services also available. Open 7 days.

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335 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo, CA 415.454.9840 comfortscafe.com

Once a counter-culture mecca for musicians, actors and artists, today’s Trident welcomes guests from near and far to its landmark waterfront location to enjoy locallysourced fare for casual meals or celebratory feasts, served indoors or out against a backdrop of stunning bay views.

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558 Bridgeway, On the Water, Sausalito, CA 415.331.3232 thetrident.net

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MASSIMO MALLAMACE AND HEATHER DEMPSEY, OWNERS AT FATTO A MANO ANTIQUES We offer stylish antiques and quality vintage finds from Italy and Europe. On our trips to Italy, we find antique furniture and decor at markets and auctions as well as from our trusted dealers. We search for rare and unusual antiques, but also practical pieces to help you decorate and organize your home in style. Here, Heather Dempsey answers a few questions about the business.

Briefly describe your business philosophy.

We believe antiques can enhance the personality and depth of any home — even mixed as an accent for an ultramodern home. We pride ourselves on being able to offer a variety of furniture styles, from rustic to elegant.

What is your competitive edge?

By sourcing our antiques ourselves in Italy, we are able to offer authentic pieces at reasonable prices. Additionally, we can respond to client requests for particular items. We love a challenge.

Your thoughts regarding working with a spouse?

Massimo and I make a great team. Massimo brings antiques back to life in his restoration workshop while I work with our clients and manage the showroom as well as our online shop.

Which product or service that you offer is your favorite?

We have a great variety of antique tables — from long farmhouse tables to rustic worktables to elegant consoles. Our favorite tables have authentic wear and an antique patina.

FATTO A MANO ANTIQUES 1505 FRANCISCO BOULEVARD E, SUITE R, SAN RAFAEL 415.525.4348, FATTOAMANOANTIQUES.COM

BRIAN G. CUNAT, OWNER AND PRESIDENT AT MATERRA-CUNAT FAMILY VINEYARDS Materra-Cunat Family Vineyards, a family-owned winery and vineyard established in 2007, owns and manages 100 acres of Napa vineyards, produces wine under the Materra label and provides custom crush for 10 other labels. In addition to grape sales and custom crush, Materra has state-of-the-art barrel storage with a 5,000-barrel capacity.

Briefly describe your business philosophy.

To create the highest-quality wines and provide superior customer service to all customers, which includes wine purchasers, custom crush clients, grape purchasers and barrel storage customers.

What is your competitive edge?

The quality of wine, the care and detail given to each and every customer and the stateof-the-art facility influence all winery and marketing activities.

Describe your dream client/customer.

Individuals with a strong interest in learning about high-quality wines and with an open mind toward a new brand that incorporates new technology with old-fashioned winemaking skills to produce a higher-quality product.

Which product or service that you offer is your favorite?

Visiting our tasting room and sharing the Cunat story with new customers. I enjoy taking them through the process from planting through harvest and ultimately the experience of the fabulous wine in their glass.

MATERRA-CUNAT FAMILY VINEYARDS 4326 BIG RANCH ROAD, NAPA, 707.224.4900, MATERRAWINES.COM

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Susan Swig, Douglas Durkin, Katie Paige, Stanlee Gatti, Allison Speer and Roth Martin

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• FOG DESIGN+ART For four days in January the fifth annual edition of the event featuring a highly curated selection of exhibits and conversations took place at Fort Mason Center. SPACES magazine was a media sponsor.

Tyler McKenna, Eileen Grady and Susan Zelinsky

• MOUNTAIN PLAY ASSOCIATION GALA In benefit of the production of Mamma Mia!, guests enjoyed an evening of dinner, champagne and a Broadway revue.

Janie Kimball, Adriene Coffey, Anne Feinberg, Kim Portner, Lori Buckley and Marla Kelly

DREW ALTIZER (FOG DESIGN+ART ); CINDY GOODMAN (RACOONS)

• TIBURON RACCOONS The volunteer group held its eighth annual luncheon and fashion show benefiting Marin General Hospital at the St. Francis Yacht Club.

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Andy O’Brien, Cindy Machado and Adrienne Russo

Charlie and Azella Metzger and Gina and John Hartquist

• MARIN HUMANE GALA Animal lovers enjoyed an evening of gourmet dining, auctions and visits from animal ambassadors at the Club House at Peacock Gap in San Rafael on March 10.

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Get Involved

Q&A with Chrissy Shea

Top volunteer opportunities this month.

➤ When you adopt a section of a Mill Valley street, neighborhood or unsightly corner through Clean Mill Valley and regularly pick up trash in your area, you are helping to keep the town looking its best. cleanmv.org

“A girl who believes in herself can change the world,” says Chrissy Shea, executive director of Project Glimmer.

The nonprofit provides holiday gifts to at-risk girls and women, letting them know their community cares.

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What was the inspiration behind Project Glimmer?

Our story begins in 2009 when our founder, Sonja Hoel Perkins, attended a holiday benefit for the San Francisco Firefighters Toy Program. Inspired by their giving, she called the program leaders to learn how she could give more and discovered that while there were plenty of gifts for kids, there were never enough for teenage girls. That year, Sonja launched the first Glimmer Drive.

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What is a Glimmer Drive? A Glimmer Drive is the collecting of new or like-new gifts for underserved women and teenage girls. It’s like a toy drive, except we collect jewelry, accessories, heat styling tools, new makeup/beauty products, journals, water bottles and gift cards.

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What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Anything is possible. My parents instilled a no-limits mindset at an early age. When

Give Back

MARIN AGRICULTURAL LAND TRUST Protect Marin’s farmland by becoming a member of MALT. You’ll be supporting local families and their farms and ranches, ensuring that their agricultural future is secure. malt.org

faced with a problem, I do my best to see it as a challenge that can be overcome, not a limitation.

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What aspect of your work is the most challenging? Honestly, just keeping up with it all. We’re growing so fast and now give to almost 300 nonprofit organizations year-round. Last year we served over 100,000 women and girls across the U.S., and since the founding, we have given over 300,000 gifts to underserved girls and women across the U.S., primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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The most surprising gift someone donated? We see luxury gifts like pearl necklaces and Burberry handbags, but the most unique gifts are those where time and consideration are spent, when people put together gift packages and include handwritten notes expressing warm sentiments for a girl they don’t even know. One gift arrived with a yellow Post-it attached that read, “You Are Loved.”

MARIN COUNTY FREE LIBRARY Inspire the next chapter by joining the County Friends. Your membership donation will be shared with your choice of branch or all 10 branches to benefit programs and provide materials. marinlibrary.org/support

PROJECT AVARY Monetary gifts help end generational cycles of incarceration by providing resources, guidance and training for children of imprisoned parents. projectavary.org

➤ Milo Foundation provides sanctuary and adoption services for homeless pets throughout Northern California.

It welcomes all forms of aid, including fostering, volunteering in the shelter, or purchasing or donating much-needed items. milofoundation.org ➤ CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is a program that trains community members to speak on behalf of abused and neglected children in court.

Become a volunteer in San Francisco and be a child’s advocate. sfcasa.org ➤ Girls Leading Girls, which uses soccer to teach leadership and life skills to girls ages 5 to 18, needs volunteers to coach games, help at events or partner on new programs. girlsleadinggirls.org

BEYOND DIFFERENCES Help stop social isolation in schools and communities. Contributions go to online and campus programs aiming to prevent bullying and teasing. beyonddifferences.org

MARIN CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING Your donation provides the assistive technology, skills training and housing assistance that promote independence for people of all ages and with all types of disabilities. marincil.org

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With elimination of an intrusive structural wall, the kitchen now rolls seamlessly into the living room.

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The crown jewel of this remodel is a 10-person kitchen gathering place that guests love.

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F

IVE YEA RS AGO, the Forrest family — Todd, Jackie and their two children — moved from San Francisco to Mill Valley. Their new home’s bedrooms and baths were reasonably well updated. The kitchen, living room and decks, on the other hand, needed a little TLC. “I’m guessing these parts of the house were last renovated in the late ’80s or early ’90s,” Jackie says.

Rather than jump right into any remodeling or major structural change, the couple agreed to first see how they used the space.

Over time, they decided a straight-up kitchen remodel wasn’t going to cut it. “We discussed our needs with an architect and then realized that if we were going to go through with a remodel, it probably made sense to also expand the home’s footprint,” Jackie adds.

Their plan called for 660 more square feet of living space. For the main floor, that meant adding an office/TV room for the kids, adjacent to a new open-concept kitchen. They also

added a walk-in pantry, as well as a laundry room that doubles as the home’s mudroom.

“We were then able to turn the old laundry room into a separate office for Todd,” Jackie says. Downstairs, the Forrests expanded a small rec room into a larger hangout space for their children and added a wine cellar. The master bedroom also got a minor facelift.

The heart of the home, and the crown jewel of the remodel, was the new kitchen. “I love to cook. It’s how I relax,” Todd says. With an eight-burner Viking stove, two dishwashers, two sinks and an expansive island for food prep, they could easily feed a football team.

And while the footprint of the kitchen didn’t change significantly, knocking out a structural wall separating it from the living room dramatically changed the feel of the house. “One of the reasons we bought the place was for the views,” Todd says. “And now we can enjoy it from the living room as well as the kitchen.”

For help with finishes and soft goods, the couple turned to San Anselmo–based interior

designer Ann Lowengart. They weren’t exactly sure what they wanted, but they trusted her instincts. So when Lowengart suggested they splurge on a few statement pieces, including handblown glass pendant lights by John Pomp over the kitchen island, they gave her the thumbs-up. Ditto for the Christopher Boots interlocking brass ring light fixture in the living room and the Urban Electric one in the family room. “We definitely splurged on the lighting,” Jackie notes. And while many of the soft goods were custom made, they managed to integrate a few retail pieces, including the RH Modern sofa in the family room.

One aspect of the design that defies convention: “We don’t have a formal dining room, or even a dining room table,” Jackie says. The Forrests like to entertain but prefer the informality of gathering large groups around the kitchen island. So an extra-long one that seats up to 10 people was essential to the design. “The first time we had company over, I was certain we made the right decision,” Todd says. m

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THE DETAILS WHERE THEY LIVE The Country Club neighborhood in Mill Valley WHAT THEY OWN A four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath contemporary CONTRACTOR Shay Lyons, Cairn Construction, San Francisco ARCHITECT Steve Geiszler, Geiszler Architects, San Francisco INTERIOR DESIGNER Ann Lowengart, Lowengart Interiors, San Anselmo FAVORITE DETAIL “The light fixtures,” says Jackie. “All of them. I’m obsessed.”

Opposite: A chef’s kitchen with all the bells and whistles. This page, clockwise from top: Bifold doors improve the home’s indoor/outdoor flow; custom furnishings fit flawlessly into the new space; a Christopher Boots light fixture; the master bedroom; Jackie and Todd Forrest.

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Marin Home / GARDEN The Definition Firescaping is landscape design that reduces the vulnerability of your property to wildfire, in part by incorporating plants that will keep fire from spreading to your home. Haircut Trim back all plants and trees that touch the house or overhang on the roof. Keep tree limbs 15 feet from chimneys and power lines, and remove tree branches below six feet from the ground.

Proper and continual maintenance is critical.

Green Up Mow lawns and keep them hydrated to avoid embers igniting dry grass blades. Also, keep redwood trees well-irrigated. You can put a soaker hose around the tree and water for two hours every two weeks in late summer. Look Alive Remove all dead or dying plants, especially those producing leaf litter. Maintain a consistent watering schedule to avoid plants drying out.

Much About Mulch Avoid flammable mulches like pine needles or “gorilla hair” mulch. Avoid having any mulch piled next to a shingled house or wood deck. Try gravel or small rocks near the house instead. Also, stone patios and masonry are excellent fuel breaks. Wood You? Consider replacing wood shingle roofs and siding with fireresistant materials. Also keep stored firewood away from the house. The Pits Fire pits may be all the rage but they could start a raging fire if wind carries embers to dry areas. Don’t Get Hosed Make sure hoses are in good working order for emergencies. Clean Sweep Remove flammable plants, especially blue gum eucalyptus, pines, scotch broom and juniper (aka the gasoline plant). Consider designing more open space into the landscape with vegetation-free pockets to act as fuel breaks. So Long, Sap Choose new plants that have leaves with high moisture and low amounts of sap, resin, oil or wax. Top choices: low, deciduous and non-woody plants. Read Up For more info about fire-resistant and fire-prone plants, visit firesafemarin.org.

A fire-safe garden can be attractive and protective.

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Last year’s devastating wildfires in Sonoma County have made us all more aware of this very real threat that Marin also faces. The question isn’t if a major fire will happen here, it’s when. To keep your family, home and property safe from fire damage means knowing the facts, being prepared and working together as an aware community. With that said, here some top garden choices and chores to take care of now that can make a big difference later.

IN THE FIELD “The goal is to make your home and garden resistant to ignition so even if the fire department can’t get there, it doesn’t ignite,” says Katherine Randolph, Marin master gardener and Fire in Marin class instructor. “This takes time, so start in winter and be ready by fire season.”

Randolph’s favorite fire-resistant plants: succulents.

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$14,995,000

This showplace custom Ross estate offers 6 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms including separate guest house. The modern farmhouse design and open concept floor plan provides seamless indoor/outdoor flow for your gracious day to day lifestyle or grand entertaining. The resort-like grounds feature Bluestone terraces, pool, expansive level lawns, turf sport court and more.

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Julie.Leitzell@SIR.com JulieLeitzell.com CalBRE# 01496211

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Quality abounds in newly renovated home with enchanting views of Bay and Lagoon Contemporary lines, designer finishes throughout light-filled expansive living spaces Multi level 4,286± sq. ft. main house + charming 456± sq. ft. legal guest house Everyone’s dream kitchen with casual dining area and sitting area with fireplace Sweeping living room and formal dining room, coveted large second family/game room Master suite with amazing bath plus 3 additional spacious bedrooms on same level Lush, mature landscaping with a private, woodland feel

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24 Noche Vista Ln, Tiburon

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204 Ricardo Rd, Mill Valley

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28 Bay Vista Dr, Mill Valley

$2,500,000 28BayVista.com

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360BayWay.com This waterfront estate offers grand living with 14,675± sf of interior space, expansive living, dining and entertaining areas, a gourmet kitchen, & San Francisco Bay views from nearly every room.

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Belvedere

408GoldenGate.com The ultimate entertainer’s paradise is designed to impress with a dramatic foyer and central staircase with curved glass walls, grand living spaces, sleek open-plan kitchen, 4 bedrooms, media room, pool and terrace.

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Once in a lifetime Ross Legacy Estate. Gated on approximately 3 acres, this estate features 6 bedrooms, 11 full & 2 half baths, pool, gym, guest house and views of Mt. Tamalpais.

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Tiburon

63NormanWay.com Extraordinary fusion of traditional Japanese architecture and 21st century luxury and technology surrounded by spectacular gardens, acres of forested open space and panoramic San Francisco Bay views.

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5Gilmartin.com Embracing views of the San Francisco skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito and Mt. Tamalpais abound from this contemporary, hilltop home with 4 BR, 3 full & 2 half baths, vaulted ceilings & floor-to-ceiling windows.

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179Lagunitas.com This meticulously rebuilt property is located on a gated, verdant acre of parklike grounds. Ideal for a growing family or entertainer extraordinaire, a property of this caliber rarely comes to market. For Sale or Lease with Option to Buy. BEDS

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28Teaberry.com This newly constructed, private, contemporary estate in Tiburon is a world away from it all with views overlooking San Francisco Bay from Mt. Tam to the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, 700± sf guest house, 3-car garage & wine cellar.

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BluffPointTiburon.com Spanning over 14.5 acres & 2,000± feet of San Francisco Bay shoreline, this extraordinary parcel has approved plans for a 15,000± sf main residence, situated on the Bluff’s point, 2,200 sf guest quarters & 700± sf caretaker’s cottage.

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3431NicasioValley.com In the verdant, rolling hills of Nicasio Valley, lies Kilham Farm, the premiere equestrian facility for hunter/jumper riders at every level. Bordered by creeks, ponds & trails, & featuring Grand Prix field, 2 arenas, 3 barns, tack rooms & paddocks.

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415.517.7720 l.sarkissian@ggsir.com CalBRE# 01159670

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BEDS BATHS 1/2 BA 15PlaceMoulin.com This breathtaking view is perfectly captured by a home high atop Tiburon with vistas spanning the Golden Gate, Bay & Richmond-San Rafael Bridges—and unrivaled views of the San Francisco skyline.

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91ViaLosAltos.com

Panoramic vistas abound from this stunning classic-contemporary residence high atop Tiburon. Enjoying direct San Francisco skyline views, the sun-soaked hillside home is ideal for a family or entertainer. Nearly every room in the five-bedroom home is flooded with natural light thanks to multiple bay and picture frame windows capturing the dramatic surrounds. Highlights include a dramatic double-height foyer, formal living and dining areas, a chef’s kitchen, a master suite with spa-like bathroom and walk-through closet, an outdoor kitchen, al fresco dining area/lounge and a sparkling pool. A three-car garage, vented cigar lounge and manicured gardens further the appeal of this pristine oasis.

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CalBRE# 02028978

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Captivating views, water vistas and western exposure define this rare property high atop Belvedere Island. Overlooking San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge and picturesque Sausalito, 12 Crest presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build a dream home worthy of the most discerning of buyers. The completely level, approximately .675-acre property is private, surrounded by mature trees and lush flora, and enjoys endless sunsets thanks to its prime western exposure. Live life at the top and create one of Belvedere’s most anticipated residences.

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Magda Sarkissian

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CalBRE# 01159670

CalBRE# 02028978

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Bill Bullock 415.384.4000 bb@ggsir.com

CalBRE# 00837358

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Marin for Generations.

Alexander V. Choulos 415.601.7609 av.choulos@ggsir.com CalBRE# 01969799

848 LOVELL AVE, MILL VALLEY | $2,340,000 Elegant 4BR/2BA Mid-Century Modern perched above Cascade Canyon on approx 1.4 acres with amazing sun and SF Bay Bridge views.

753MILLERAVE.COM | MILL VALLEY | $769,000 Remodeled 1 BR+ townhome in prime location in popular Mill Creek Meadows. Adjacent to paths and bayside views.

Kristine Tiret, Realtor 415.310.0269 | kristine.tiret@cbnorcal.com CalBRE #01091904

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Ross | $6,495,000 This 5bd/5.5ba gated Craftsman estate offers formal living & dining rooms, a chef-worthy kitchen, breakfast and family rooms and a guest house.

Bill Johnson 415.302.5690 | billjohnson@cbnorcal.com CalRE #00688853

Tiburon | $4,195,000 Enjoy a resort lifestyle in this large waterfront property featuring bay views, guest cottage, boat dock with hoist and a big, level lawn.

Tom Bolles 415.307.4036 | tbolles@cbnorcal.com CalRE #01866515

Tiburon | $4,250,000 5bd, approx. 4,465 sq. ft. flat lawn, GG Bridge & City views.

Greg Corvi 415.548.3245 | greg.corvi@cbnorcal.com CalRE #01314816

San Rafael | $2,399,000 Remodeled 1905 Craftsman in prestigious Dominican, 4bd/4.5ba.

Rocky Vannucci | Kiki Judd 415.516.0432 | 415.847.8344 CalRE #00554324 | 00706500

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Novato | Price upon request 4bd/4.5ba gorgeous home in premiere Pointe Marin neighborhood.

Novato | $1,549,000 5bd/3ba spacious Marin Country Club home.

Karyn Kambur 415.516.3221 | Karyn@KarynKamburRealEstate.com CalRE #01785669

John Hammer 415.971.4769 | JHammer@cbnorcal.com CalRE #00975220

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San Anselmo | $1,599,000 3bd/4ba well-maintained San Anselmo Seminary home with views.

San Rafael | $1,195,000 3bd/2ba Gerstle Park remodeled home.

David Formichi 415.806.1010 | david.formichi@cbnorcal.com CalRE #01388485

Virginia Weber 415.378.5869 | VWeber@ColdwellBanker.com CalRE #00905868

San Rafael | $1,149,000 Splended, one-level, 3bd/2.5ba on the water w/boat dock.

Jean Mastagni 415.310.7386 | jmastagni@comcast.net CalRE #00479256

San Anselmo | $1,100,000 4bd/2ba vintage home on wooded hillside w/Ross Valley views.

Terri Dawson | Scott Cherry 415.257.2062 | 415.257.2000 CalRE #01152254 | 00483672

Fairfax | $1,075,000 3bd/2ba updated home with views & close to downtown.

San Rafael | $975,000 Updated sunny 4bd/2ba charmer in Bret Harte with 1bd/1ba cottage.

Karyn Kambur 415.516.3221 | Karyn@KarynKamburRealEstate.com CalRE #01785669

Jeff Birkenseer 415.308.9251 | jeff.birkenseer@cbnorcal.com CalRE #01364790

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Fairfax | $749,000 Vintage home with patios, gardens, fruit trees and outdoor BBQ.

Hidden Valley Lake | $488,000 Beautiful, custom-built 4bd/3ba in desirable Hidden Valley Lake.

Abby Tanem 415.497.9542 | atanem@cbnorcal.com CalRE #01301798

Yousef Khoury 707.318.9386 | yousef.khoury@cbnorcal.com CalRE #02021319

Novato | $1,150,000 Elegant 6bd/3ba Hamilton Field home.

San Anselmo | Price upon request 2bd/1.5ba gem w/idyllic yard.

Novato | $405,000 2bd/1.5ba condo near Downtown Novato.

Santa Rosa | $350,000 Firestorm lot, approx. 39,600 sq. ft.

Rose Capurro 415.690.6762 | rosecapurro@yahoo.com CalRE #01911774

Kathleen Holtzer 415.686.8214 | kathleen.holtzer@cbnorcal.com CalRE #01352764

Shari Wilkins 415.328.2323 | Shari@NBayHomes.com CalRE #01194450

Monica Nowak 707.889.3070 | monicanowak@icloud.com CalRE #01997432

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HIGHLY PRESTIGIOUS COUNTRY CLUB ESTATE 25 MONCADA WAY, SAN RAFAEL | $7,575,000 | www.25Moncada.com Faultlessly executed, the Moncada Estate, beautifully sited on a full acre parcel, was constructed in 2006, reflecting an East Coast New England ambience dating back to the 19th century. Though imposing in stature, the Moncada Estate is designed first and foremost as a home, encompassing approx. 10,135 square feet of sumptuous living space in the 3 level, 6+ bedroom, 7 bathroom main residence, 1 bedroom, 1 bath Guest House of approx. 875 square feet, Pool House and a 4 car attached garage.

Marcus Robinson, Senior Marketing Consultant 415.381.7688 | m.robinson@pacbell.net MarcusRobinson.com | CalBRE #00609415

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JUST LISTED 30 GREEN VALLEY COURT SAN ANSELMO 30GreenValley.com

19 MILANO PLACE SAN RAFAEL 19Milano.com

15 MAPLEWOOD DRIVE SAN RAFAEL 15Maplewood.com

27 ROLLINGWOOD DRIVE SAN RAFAEL 27Rollingwood.com

Christine Christiansen , MBA

415.259.7133 christine@vanguardmarin.com ChristineChristiansen.com DRE# 01393098

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880 EDGEWOOD AVENUE

WOLFBACK RIDGE ROAD

MILL VALLEY | $4,750,000 CHELSEA E. IALEGGIO 415.300.6881

SAUSALITO | $10,000,000 ALLISON SALZER 415.297.2110

501 SAUSALITO BOULEVARD

452 LAVERNE AVENUE

SAUSALITO | PRICE UPON REQUEST DAVE DUPONT 415.867.6611

MILL VALLEY | $4,895,000 CHELSEA E. IALEGGIO 415.300.6881 KEN DARA 415.425.3626

MARIN OFFICES 352 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941 | 1118 Magnolia Avenue, Larkspur, CA 94939 DRE# 01486075 | vanguardproperties.com

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CONTEMPORARY ELEGANCE AND WORLD CLASS VIEWS 27 Mara Vista Court | Tiburon Offered at $3,795,000 Design Features Include § World-class views including Golden Gate

Bridge, San Francisco, Richardson Bay, Sausalito and Mount Tamalpais § 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and approximately

3,579 square feet § Formal living and dining rooms and professional

kitchen with adjoining family room § Beautifully landscaped private gardens with

an abundance of fruit trees, decks and entertaining spaces § Ensuite aupair or 5th bedroom with

separate entrance § Game room with custom wet bar § Built in security cameras and Sonos-ready

sound system § Ample storage § Skylights throughout § Point of entry water filtration system § Award-winning Tiburon Schools

Kathryn Ellman

415.497.7637 kathryn@vanguardmarin.com DRE# 02011069

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SEBASTOPOL BARNHOUSE ON 5810 BLANK RD.

Chic, Unique, Historic

Sebastopol, California | Offered at $3,495,000

This chic & unique historical timber barn house is on the market for the first time. The early 1900’s era barn house was first dismantled in upstate New York and then shipped to Texas where it was cleaned, cataloged and refurbished followed by it’s final planned move to Sebastopol. It is thoughtfully placed with the sun in mind. Open and airy with walls of glass appropriate to absorb the stunning views of the valley and surrounding mountain ranges. Operable skylights and oversized sliding doors make this home one with the land. It has been referred to as an escape, a retreat. Away from all city lights and noise, you find yourself relaxed and calm next to the oversized gas fire pit right outside the great room and kitchen. The seasonal creek attracts beautiful wildlife.

Currently, there are 3 acres of planted Lavender. Ample well water rated agricultural/residential. This Property is perfect for a vineyard, plants, tennis court, or a second home. For more information, please call today for a private showing.

www.SebastopolBarnHouse.com Contact Nathan today for additional details.

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332 Laurel Avenue, Novato David & Deirdre O’Brien

19 McNear Drive, San Rafael Jaime Pera

19 Morningside Drive, San Rafael Mark Machado & Spiro Marin

Zephyr Real Estate All Over Marin 350 Bon Air Center #100, Greenbrae, CA 94902 415.496.2600 ZephyrRE.com

2512 Laguna Vista, Novato Spiro Marin & Sonia Gomez

659 Magnolia Avenue, Larkspur Chris DeNike

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16 SUNSHINE AVENUE OLD WORLD CHARM WITH MODERN LUXURIES SAUSALITO This custom 4 Bedroom, 5 Bathroom home blends old world charm, luxury & elegance with dramatic views of the Bay and San Francisco. Originally built in 1900 but completely rebuilt in 2005 with the finest attention to details and high-quality finishes throughout.

Incredible San Francisco and Angel Island views. Incredible brand new outdoor kitchen/entertaining area to take advantage of the banana belt location and spectacular views. Flat yard and 4 car garage – what a find in Sausalito!

Visit website for price www.16SunshineAve.com

FEATURES • Ideal banana belt location

• 4 Car garage and off-street parking

• Breathtaking SF and bay views

• 4000 sqft House (approx.)

• Spectacular outdoor entertaining area

• 8000 sqft Lot (approx.)

• Elegant master suite with separate study

• Large flat, fully fenced grass yard

• 4 Fireplaces

• Mature landscaped gardens

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300 DRAKES LANDING RD., SUITE 120 / 415.805.2900 GREENBRAE, CA 94904 PARAGON-RE.COM

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THE ADDRESS IS MARIN THE EXPERIENCE IS ALAIN PINEL

TAHOE CITY $24,000,000

NAPA $6,600,000

BELVEDERE $5,495,000

1870 North Lake Boulevard | 5bd/7ba Linda Granger | 530.581.6927 License # 01048013 TourFactory.com/1950064

1089 Green Valley Road | 5bd/6ba Mark Stornetta | 707.815.8749 License # 01440416 NapaCoombsvilleEstate.com

8 West Shore Road | 4bd/4.5ba H. Carter/C. DeRouen | 415.730.9445 License # 00838242 | 01048431 8WestShore.com

MILL VALLEY $3,290,000

MILL VALLEY $3,195,000

SAN ANSELMO $2,375,000

150 Greenwood Way | 4bd/3ba JoAnne Berlin | 415.847.0301 License # 01223391 150GreenwoodWayMillValley.com

440 Edgewood Avenue | 5bd/3.5ba Theresa Spindler | 415.717.9389 License # 01073724 440EdgewoodAve.com

500 Oak Avenue | 3bd/3ba Donna Goldman | 415.509.2427 License # 01408527 500oak.com

MILL VALLEY $1,600,000

CORTE MADERA $1,195,000

KENTFIELD PRICE UPON REQUEST

60 Hillside Avenue | 2bd/1.5ba Dana Williams | 415.609.7972 License # 01995115 60HillsideAve.com

136 Golden Hind Passage | 3bd/2ba Dennis Naranche | 415.789.1515 License # 00751765 136GoldenHindPsg.com

17 Manor Road | 3bd/3ba Bill & Sharon McKeon | 415.828.4516 License # 00620948 | 01227198 17ManorRoad.com

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CORFU, GREECE

PLAYA TAMARINDO, COSTA RICA

SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE, MEXICO

LuxuryPortfolio.com | WEB ID: QQEY $49,869,093 USD

LuxuryPortfolio.com | WEB ID: JRNW $3,900,000 USD

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Luxury Floating Home in Sausalito Luxury and solitude emanate from this grand floating home on the bay. It is truly one of a kind in the premier berth of all the marinas. Featuring three large decks, one with a hot tub plus, the largest boat slip in the Marina. Stretching across approximately 2500 sq.ft. of living space offering three bedrooms, two and one-half baths, one bath on each level. The gourmet kitchen offers, bamboo, and palm cabinets, plus Miele and Viking appliances. The spectacular three-story floating home features an open floor-plan complemented by soothing tones and extraordinary finishes.

Just a few of the many sophisticated amenities are Brazilian hardwood floors, a grand living room, gas fireplace and 360Ëš views! Call for private showing.

66IssaquahDock.com

Offered At $2,800,000

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MICHELE AFFRONTE (415) 798-0236 DRE#00959293

3/29/18 9:48 AM

Lotte & Sarah

Leading the Luxury Experience in Marin County From Bolinas to Belvedere and everywhere in between, Lotte & Sarah have helped their clients achieve record sales prices throughout Marin County including last year’s $10.4 million sale in Bolinas. Lotte & Sarah represented their clients in nearly $72 million in transactions last year — ranked in the Top 10 Marin Agents in Marin County by BAREIS MLS — in addition to being recognized as McGuire’s #1 Team in Marin County for 2017. The secret to their clients’ success?

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Mill Valley

Larkspur

$1,905,000

$1,600,000

Just Sold

San Rafael

$2,995,000

Mill Valley

$3,275,000

Pending

Just Sold

Buyer Representation

North Bay Founding Member Serving Marin and Wine Country David Grega 415.515.2218 david.grega@compass.com DRE 01110757

Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdraw without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. Exact dimensions can be obtained by retaining the services of an architect or engineer. This is not intended to solicit property already listed.

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555 Fairway Drive, Novato 3 Bed 2 Bath 1 Half Bath

Lynn Reid 415.559.2814 lynn.reid@compass.com DRE 01164587

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Nicole Needham 415.309.5025 nicole.needham@compass.com DRE 01973340

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Sea Dragon Estate 77 Olema Bolinas Road, Bolinas Compound 18 Acres Main House + Guest House Barn $9,500,000

258 Bayview Avenue, Belvedere Sold in 6-days, well above list 2 Bed + Den 3 Bath $1,995,000

Adam Gavzer 415.505.0714 adam.gavzer@compass.com DRE 01230961

Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdraw without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. Exact dimensions can be obtained by retaining the services of an architect or engineer. This is not intended to solicit property already listed.

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Looking Back

DATED 1948

How the Point Reyes National Seashore came to be. BY JIM WOOD

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HIS IS THE Bear Valley Trail. It’s arguably the most popular trail in Marin’s Point Reyes National Seashore, wending for 8.4 tranquil and scenic miles from park headquarters to the Pacific Ocean.

Many buildings in today’s headquarters complex are holdovers from the erstwhile Bear Valley Ranch. From 1943 to 1949, Eugene Compton ran it as a dairy farm, often staging rodeos in the arena pictured at right in the above 1948 photo. The federal government began showing interest in the Point Reyes peninsula becoming a national park in 1935; in 1958, Corte Madera’s Clem Miller was elected to Congress, and shortly thereafter he introduced legislation creating Point Reyes National Seashore, which President John F. Kennedy signed into law Sept. 13, 1962. Tragically, within a month, Miller died in a plane crash, and soon it became obvious the federal purchase of the Point Reyes property was drastically underfunded. Enter Marin Supervisor Peter Behr, who with Miller’s widow Katherine rallied support for adequate funding, collecting more than 450,000 petition signatures (twice Marin’s population at the time).

California Gov. Ronald Reagan joined the effort, and eventually a once-reluctant President Richard M. Nixon released funds necessary to complete the purchase. On Sept. 16, 1972, Point Reyes National Seashore was officially established by the U.S. Department of the Interior. In all, the transformation cost $56 million, and the park encompasses slightly over 71,000 acres. m

Corte Madera’s Clem Miller was elected to Congress, and shortly thereafter he introduced legislation creating Point Reyes National Seashore.

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