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The letter “Busy Bodies” (Letters, Jan. 23) makes the usual unsubstantiated claims about the San Geronimo golf course property.

The fact is that we could have had golf at San Geronimo until 2022, and possibly longer, but the county was under a court order to stop the purchase of the property due to a frivolous lawsuit brought by Niz Brown and her Pitchfork Gang.

Now there is no more golf, and we lost over $3.5 million in state grants toward the purchase of the property.

The writer also falsely claims that our supervisor closed Drakes Bay oyster farm, when we all know it was actually shut down by Obama’s Secretary of the Interior, Ken Salazar.

And the restoration of Lagunitas Creek to save the salmon is not futile; they are back in numbers better than before. There was never a plan by the county to “re-wild” the property, and a public park would be a much better fire break than a golf course.

When the golf course closed, it was operating at a loss of over $186,000, even with a taxpayer subsidy of $140,000 a year and $6,000 a month.

The residents of the San Geronimo Valley do not have a county park, and this property will make a great place for the public to relax and enjoy the great outdoors. Now that the golf course is closed, I urge all residents of Marin to hike, bike or walk your dog on this beautiful piece of land that the supervisors worked so hard to purchase for us with Measure A park funds. If the

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A well-written article (“Sole Man,” Jan. 23). This story was very informative and inspiring. Shows that dreams, they can come true.

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Consider the impact the gov’t shutdown must have had on the First Family, struggling to exist behind the White House fence: no pedicures, no manicures, no massages, no hair and makeup, no valet, no one to flip hamburgers, no one to empty the Oval Office wastebasket. Barron painfully cut off from his family. No one to walk the pets—oh, no pets, just Pence.

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supervisors hadn’t bought the place, it would have fallen into private hands which would have closed it to the public and ended golf.

I hope that the Trust for Public Land (TPL) and the supervisors can still work out a deal to purchase this marvelous property for a public park. We may never get another opportunity.

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After spending more than eight years apprehending violent felons, locating evidence in crimes and operating with the San Rafael-Novato SWAT team, Lex, a specially trained police dog and respected member of the Novato Police Department, will enjoy a well-deserved retirement.

The beloved Belgian Malinois joined the department in 2011, purchased with a donation from Marin County Supervisor Judy Arnold and support from the nonprofit organization Pennies for Police Dogs. The Novato community named him Lex after a military police dog who received a Purple Heart; fittingly, the word lex means “law” in Latin.

During his career, Lex partnered with Officer Kendrick Pilegaard in the patrol division of the Novato PD. The pair frequently battled the drug trade, with Lex using his powerful sense of smell to sniff out illegal narcotics. (A dog’s nose houses 300 million olfactory receptors versus a human’s 6 million.)

Lex was also a champ at interacting with the public, one of the most important aspects of his work as a police canine. Together, Lex and Officer Pilegaard conducted demonstrations to hundreds of people, fostering positive relationships between the police and the community.

The NPD reports that working dogs like Lex aren’t often treated as pets. The next chapter for Lex includes living with Officer Pilegaard and his family, relishing the relaxed life of a treasured pooch. We salute Lex for his loyal service and wish him well in his golden years.

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Upfront Beware of leaders who peddle simple solutions to complex problems, warns Madeleine Albright.

State of Democracy Talking with former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright on her book ‘Fascism: A Warning’ By Steve Kettmann

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eally, if you do a little translation of cultural reference points, it’s not that big of a gap from first-term Congresswoman Rashia Tlaib’s much-clucked-about “Impeach the motherfucker” remark earlier this month to the line that former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright dropped on a Washington banquet crowd in December, eyebrow raised for emphasis.

“Leaders such as Viktor Orbán and Rodrigo Duterte have said that these times demand a governing model that is more autocratic than democratic,” Albright intoned with slow, steely deliberation, referring to the neo-

fascist thugs who have taken power in Hungary and the Philippines. “There is a diplomatic term of art for such thinking, and it starts with a ‘b.’”

I happened to be in the crowd for the National Democratic Institute event, next to where Albright was sitting before taking the podium, and considered yelling out: “’Bullshit!’” to complete her thought. It was the kind of fancy-fancy Washington function where I’d have probably been dragged out of the place for such an outburst, but I’d have done my part for the public discourse.

“Balderdash,” Albright quickly added, with perfect comic timing and a butterwouldn’t-melt-in-her-mouth look.

Indeed, it’s time to call balderdash,

loudly and repeatedly, to the notion that there’s anything at all justifiable about dallying with fascism, as our dim-witted monster of a president so loves to do. Fascism is a power grab.

Fascism is crude self-love writ large.

Fascism is the enemy and the opposite of democracy, real democracy, as Madeleine Albright has articulated better than anyone—in that speech in Washington, to a degree, but especially in her New York Times No. 1 bestseller Fascism: A Warning, due out this week in paperback. And, I expect, at her upcoming appearance at the Kaiser Permanente Arena in Santa Cruz on Feb. 5 (the $23 admission also includes a paperback copy of the book).

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I spoke to Secretary Albright on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, just after I sat through the numbingly cynical sight of President Trump and Vice President Mike Pence toddling along in winter coats after laying a wreath at the King memorial in Washington.

Yes, the likes of Trump and Pence shall reap just what they sow, and the same is true for all of us. Democracy is not just what you take out, it’s also what you give back.

“Citizens must consider voting and participation not just a right, but a responsibility,” Albright told me. “Some people think my book is alarming. It is supposed to be alarming. . . . I do think that it’s tragic what is going on. Clearly there are issues in all our societies in terms of divisions, and whether the social contract is broken, and what technology is doing to our societies.”

History, which Albright has lived to a remarkable degree, can indeed be a good teacher.

“I don’t think most people focus on the fact that Mussolini and Hitler and Franco in Spain all came to power constitutionally,” she told me. “There are those who are copying things that Mussolini said initially, which was that there are simple answers to problems.

The problems are complicated. People don’t want to hear that.”

No, they don’t, especially in an era when most of our dialogue comes in short bursts via social media.

“If all of a sudden there is a leader who says, ‘I have the answers, just follow me,’ and the extrapolation of that is that there are scapegoats, which are the reasons that this happened, and the identification with one group that feels that they have been robbed or neglected, then divisions are exacerbated. So what we need is leaders who can find common ground.”

So what of Trump, then? Albright paused before answering.

“I don’t call him a fascist,” she said evenly. “I do think he’s the least democratic president in modern American history. I draw an allusion in the book, first made by Mussolini, which is that you can pluck a chicken one feather at a time and nobody notices. What I think is happening is Trump is plucking feathers. Thinking he’s above the law or having no respect for the judiciary and generally

putting down institutions—those are pretty significant feathers. He is taking steps that are undermining how government is supposed to operate.”

The Impeachment Question I didn’t think it likely that the former Secretary of State was going to stand with Tom Steyer, our California firebrand, and others loudly calling for the impeachment of Trump, and I was right. That’s not her position, but it was still fun to listen to her say a lot between the lines when I asked if she supported an immediate push toward pursuing the impeachment of Trump.

“I don’t,” she said, and paused to choose her words carefully before expanding on the thought. “I do think laws have to be followed. I have witnessed two impeachments, and they suck the air out of everything going on, but I think if a president is breaking the law, there are processes here, and I do believe in the constitution, or maybe even the 25th amendment.”

The 25th amendment calls for the vice president to replace the president “in the event of death, removal, resignation, or incapacitation.”

Staring fascism straight in the face is a great way to get us thinking in a fresh way about democracy and what it really means, just as staring death in the face—when cancer claims a relative, for example—has a knack for reminding us that we’d better get out there and live our lives like we mean it. Make no mistake, the American experiment in democracy has been on life support these last two years, dangerously close to slipping away in the night, and we’re not through the woods yet.

This is a good time to ask yourself, really ask yourself: Do I care about democracy? What am I willing to do for it? And do we Americans ask ourselves often enough what democracy requires of us?

“I think they don’t,” Albright told me. “I wasn’t born in the United States. When we came to this country, my father used to say that he worried that Americans take democracy for granted. You have to work for democracy. It is both resilient and fragile—both are true.”

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Ask her about her pins and she can talk to you for an hour—and you’ll love every minute of it. She has what can only be called old-world charm and manners, but at the same time, a uniquely American love of ideas and engagement. She’s always excited about what’s coming next, especially some time in California.

“I love coming to California,” she told me. “It’s beautiful and the people are very politically engaged. I think it’s a fascinating state. Some people think it’s very different than the rest of the United States in its dedication to diversity. That to me is its great strength.”

I asked Albright if she worries,

watching the way Trump eggs on his hardcore followers. To me, he does not look so much like someone trying to put together a winning coalition in 2020. He looks like someone wanting a bigger mob when things get ugly.

“It seems at times as if Trump’s primary goal is having an energized group of supporters who tune out facts or reality and blindly support the leader, and would be willing to create chaos in the streets if called on to do so,” I said to Albright. “Is that your concern as well?”

“It is worrisome,” she said, and again talked about history and its lessons and what it tells us about the anti-democratic figures coming to power all around the world, most recently in Brazil. “We have to be very careful how they come to power and use rallies and threats and promises to get into office, and then there is the danger of violence. That’s certainly what happened in Charlottesville.”

Flashback 30 Years Ago THIS WEEK

Back home—whether home is the Bronx, Oakland or San Francisco— [children with AIDS] are feared and rejected by other children and adults. One parent told of death threats from neighbors and a threatened lawsuit from a teacher. All reported incidents of taunts, insults and vandalism.

Phyllis Gonzales, 39 years old and AIDS infected, attended Camp Sunburst with her two-year-old daughter who has ARC (AIDS-Related Complex) and her uninfected son. Gonzales has lost friends and family because of fear of AIDS. Her own mother won’t come to see her, and people are afraid to accept a glass of water from her hand, even though no case of AIDS has ever been reported resulting from casual contact.

“People are afraid because it had to do with death,” says Gonzales. “But people just don’t understand. You can’t cut love out. What are you supposed to do with it?”

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[Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare Joseph Califano Jr.] called for a $6 million education campaign, directed at youth and those especially vulnerable to smoking hazards. He said he was asking WEEK the Federal Trade Commission to bolster warnings against smoking, the Civil Aeronautics Board to consider banning all airline smoking, and insurance companies to consider non-smoker discounts. . . . The FTC went along with Califano’s request for stronger warnings on cigarette packs, but Congress declined to approve them. The CAB agreed to snuff out pipes and cigars in commercial airlines, but few expect the agency to ban smoking on airplanes entirely. The Food and Drug Administration rejected a request that it regulate nicotine as a drug, while tobacco lobbyists managed to exempt their products from the 1978 Toxic Substances Act. —Richard Mahler, Jan. 26–Feb. 1, 1979

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“To-date, we are the only college in the state, to my knowledge, with an Afro-American Studies major, [College of Marin Dean of Instruction Paul] Climer said. “We anticipate this will fit into the state college and WEEK university development programs in Afro-American Studies.” The new major will be offered beginning with the fall semester, September 1969.

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Just the Fairfax, Ma’am Our monthly Spotlight finds a town loaded down with bikes, beignets and stunning sights for sore eyes By Tiffany Tchobanian

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alking through Downtown Fairfax can feel like stepping back in time. The hospitable small town nestled in the wooded hills surrounding Marin County’s Mount Tamalpais emits a Hallmarkmovie vibe—but only if the movie featured eco-loving locals who hang out at the clothing-optional Frogs Hots Tub sauna downtown.

Stunningly colorful murals and vibrant eclectic artwork capture the

town’s creative spirit—and illustrate Fairfax’s claim to fame. It’s no big secret in these parts that mountain biking originated in Fairfax, and cycling is still a favored means of transportation for many environmentally conscious Marinites, including the late Robin Williams, who was often spotted on his bike in the county and was a regular visitor to Fairfax’s bike-oriented cultural outposts.

Spend a day wandering or wheeling around town, and lots of friendly faces are apt to greet you

at each establishment, nearly all of which are shops of the mom-and-pop variety, offering an array of goods up and down the old-school chart.

Fairfax may be small, but you’ll come to find very quickly that there are many hidden gems to explore.

The change of pace is immediately felt after turning off of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard and casually cruising onto Broadway and Bolinas Road.

These intersecting streets serve as the center of downtown Fairfax.

Downtown’s mixed architecture and appealing aesthetic reflects the town’s diversity, simplicity, sustainability and openness.

Mesmerizing murals and mosaics are scattered throughout Fairfax.

Like an urban archeologist, I spent some time studying these detailed works of art celebrating Fairfax’s culture, history and establishments.

One very colorful bench honors cycling with a bold label: “REPACK.” A small caption explains, “The name ‘Repack’ stems from the »8

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The Marin Museum of Bicycling and Mountain Bike Hall of Fame is a well-known destination in town and just reopened after its annual two-week winter shutdown in early January.

The giant mountain bike displayed in front of the building signals a destination that’s unmissable while driving down Sir Francis Drake. There is also a small monumental brick wall out front full of tributes to companies, people and places associated with Marin County’s legendary bike culture.

Now for a little bit of shopping.

Fairfax Variety (located under a dental office on Broadway) has a little bit of everything, and then some. It’s your quirky one-stop shop for kitchen accessories, art supplies, party decorations, greeting cards, toys, candies, figurines, clothing accessories and more. I even saw miniature glossy figurines of animals and mythical creatures that I used to collect as a child. I stopped in front of the display case and was taken back by all the happy memories triggered by the trinkets. Metrochic Revolution 9 provides playful collections of cute knick-knacks from the past, vintage posters, graphic tees, Funko Pops, stuffed animals and more imaginative goodies.

A bright, eye-catching, sky-bluepainted building immediately lured me into a tranquil gift shop appropriately called Bliss Fairfax.

A pristine, pearly interior invites shoppers into a serene and heavenly whimsical atmosphere. Artwork featuring unicorns, adorable treasures for little girls, and displays of sparkly jewelry is all a sweet feast for the eyes.

Other gift shops and boutiques have a more bohemian and earthy ambiance. Mystic Rose is a fun vintage store that conjures more nostalgia as you browse through couture clothing and hard-to-find classic pieces from the ’90s and beyond. I saw a gold 49ers bomber jacket that my mom had bought for the men in our family when I was little. Apparently, nowadays that jacket is hard to find.

Who knew? Also, when did the ’90s become vintage?

Marin County is known for going green. The Herban Garden is a perfect example of new eco-friendly

boutiques that sell merchandise with a conscience. Candles, clothes, beauty, jewelry, home décor and kitchen-wares are organic, fair trade, hand-crafted and made from recycled materials in the U.S.A. Keep your eyes peeled while meandering down the street. Some tucked-away places are easy to miss because, so be sure to pay attention to signs guiding you toward elusive establishments located in alleys or upper levels. You never know what kind of gifts you can find.

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fter popping in and out of quaint shops all along Bolinas Road, I reached a little lush park across from the town hall and police station.

It’s the perfect space to walk your dog and/or rest on a wooden bench located in an embrace of towering redwood trees. A stone structure sits in tribute to the armed services and dedicated to all who helped in their efforts.

Goosebumps rushed over me as I read the bronze plaque explaining all of the thoughtful symbolism: The live redwood represents the different branches of the Armed Forces.

The cut stump, for those cut down in the Supreme Sacrifice.

The decayed stump, that beauty, and good can come from Sacrifice.

The drinking fountain, as our Life’s Blood.

The hedge trees, are our people standing behind the Armed Forces.

The small boxwoods, are our children looking towards them.

It is a moving sight, which can be easily missed if you don’t take the time to stroll around— another token of the old-fashioned sentiments found in this welcoming town with a wanderlust spirit.

Around the corner, you’ll find a more playful space. The community center hosts classes and events. The adjacent Peri Park has picnic tables, jungle gyms, swing sets, and other wonders to entertain your wild child’s whims.

The kids will even get a kick out of the Ross Valley fire station located beside the park. Glass garage doors showcase classic and modern fire engines kept in polished crimson condition.

You’ll definitely work up an appetite exploring all day. I started the day off

with breakfast at the Hummingbird.

Their sourdough french toast is delicious—light, fluffy and savory. The syrup is sweet but not overpowering or cloying. It is a small, homey and friendly hotspot with a very casual atmosphere. They are also known for their beignets and other New Orleans treats—just know that’s it’s a cash-only place, no credit cards accepted.

Downtown hosts international flavors that will suit your multip cravings. Mexican, Japanese, Indian, Thai, Italian and American cuisine—a little bit of everything for everyone.

Grab a beer and brat at Gestalt Haus, where they have plenty of parking for your bike. There are actually a few biker-friendly eateries in town, some of which have been featured on Pacific Sun before. The Gestalt graces our cover this week.

In addition to cycling, Fairfax is known for its nightlife—there are lots of popular local musicians and open mics. Peri’s Silver Dollar Bar’s groovy ambiance has been keeping patrons entertained for 80 years.

Live music, bar games and a disco ball illuminating the outdoor patio are all alluring aspects of this iconic joint. You have to love a place that decorates the ladies’ room with Elvis Presley memorabilia. Plus, the neon martini logo made me thirsty for a drink, or two, when I saw it.

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ore adventures await if you journey outside of downtown. Mt. Tam Watershed and its surroundings have trails for driving, walking (with dogs), biking and horse riding. It’s a slow and long drive up a winding road to the lake and alpine reservoir along FairfaxBolinas Road (the road is closed during wicked weather season, so consider yourself warned). I really wanted to see waterfalls, but the muddy hillsides were a little nerve-wracking.

Instead of venturing miles ahead, I pulled aside at an early vista spot and got out of the car. The views are breathtaking. Vast and plush forests adorn the mountainscape and in the distance, the paved curving road cuts through evergreen trees leading to the glistening Alpine Lake, which adds the illustrious sparkle as light from the misty sky reflects off of the water.

Now head back to town for a proper shop at the large and legendary Good Earth Natural Foods. Stick

around awhile—check out a show at 19 Broadway, where highlights include a first-Friday monthly dancehall Reggae show; or check out a movie at the Fairfax Theater. And here I thought quaint, nostalgic, ecofriendly towns with welcoming folks and tons of fun stuff to do only existed in the movies. Not so!

Tiffany Tchobanian is a freelance writer in Novato, which is also kind of a fun town.

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Several Bay Area and Marin-based photographers share wall space at Madrigal Family Winery’s Sausalito Wine Salon & Gallery’s latest exhibit, ‘Through the Lens.’ Featured in the show is Rose Hodges, who was born in Germany and has worked in New York City, Los Angeles and her now home of San Francisco, and Mary Serphos, who has been exhibiting in the Bay Area for 20 years and lives in Fairfax. Also in the show are photographers Jeff Greendorfer, Patricia Gatti and Davide Antonio, and the show offers an artist’s reception on Thursday, Jan. 31, at 819 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 6pm. Free. 415.729.9549.

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Attentive Appetite Not only is it true that you are what you eat, it’s also true that you can change the world with what you eat. That’s the focus of this weekend’s Mindful Eating Film and Food Festival in West Marin, which combines a full slate of compassionate and sustainable food vendors, panels and discussions, and four insightful films screening throughout the day. Benefiting farm-animal sanctuary Rancho Compasión and vegan educational group Compassionate Living, the festival kicks off on Saturday, Feb. 2, at Dance Palace, 503 B St., Point Reyes Station. 11am. Free admission; $10 per movie or $20 for all four. 415.663.1075.

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Tangled Up in Tango Bending the gender-related customs of the century-old dance of tango, the women of Bay Area troupe Tango Con*Fusión create dazzling performances that fuse jazz, contemporary and classical dance, and other genres within their choreography. This weekend, the group throws their biggest party of the year in a fundraising gala that features an array of vaudeville, magic, circus acts from the Traveling Spectacular, gourmet bites and wine, silent auction and live music and dancing. Tango the night away on Saturday, Feb. 2, at Alma del Tango Studio, 167 Tunstead Ave., San Anselmo. 7pm. $45 and up. 415.459.8966.

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Something New Bay Area vocal performer, producer and educator Raz Kennedy boasts a 40-year-plus career of singing on recordings for the likes of Whitney Houston and onstage with stars like Santana and Mickey Hart. Now Kennedy is offering a new musical endeavor, The Raz Kennedy Show III that finds him singing several original songs set in diverse musical styles with an all-star ensemble. In addition to the great music, this new concert highlights Kennedy’s personal perspective on the community, spiritual life, self-love and self-determination. Saturday, Feb. 2, at Sweetwater Music Hall, 19 Corte Madera Ave., Mill Valley. 8pm. $32–$35. 415.388.3850.

—Charlie Swanson

Filmmaker, musician and activist Boots Riley screens his popular feature film debut ‘Sorry to Bother You’ and talks about his work on Monday, Feb. 4, at Sonoma State University in Rohnert Park. See Film, p20.

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hat makes Marin County one of the best places in the world to be? Let us count the ways. Let us count the ways.

More accurately, let us count your votes. Our annual Best of Marin readers’ poll is here, with 47 new categories, and we couldn’t be more excited to turn to you, our loyal readers, to tell us exactly what you love most about Marin. We tally your votes - in categories that include: Arts & Culture, Fitness & Recreation, Food & Drink, Home

Arts & Culture Best Art Festival Best Art Gallery Best Art Studio Best Ballet Company Best Band Best Charity Event Best Cover Band Best Dance Studio Best Festival Best Film Festival Best Indie Filmmaker Best LGBTQ Event Best Media Personality: TV, Radio, Print Best Movie Theater Best Museum Best Music Festival Best Music Venue Best Outdoor Art Event Best Outdoor Music Festival Best Outdoor Music Venue Best Performing Arts Company Best Performing Dance Company Best Place to Dance Best Theater Company Best Videographer

Fitness & Recreation Best Beach Best Bike Route/Trail

Best Bike Shop Best Boating Company Best Cycling Event Best Gym Best Health Club Best Hiking Trail Best Horseback Riding Company Best Martial Arts School Best Outdoor Adventure Tour Best Park/Open Space Best Personal Trainer Best Pilates Studio Best Skate Shop Best Snow Sports Shop Best Sports Fishing Charter Company Best Surf Shop Best Swimming Pool Best Tai Chi ⁄ Qigong Instructor Best Tennis Club Best Water Sports Company Best Yoga Studio

Food & Drink Best Art Inspired Tasting Room Best Bakery/Cafe Best Bar Best Bartender Best BBQ Best Beach Restaurant Best Beer Label Best Breakfast

Improvement, Family, Cannabis, Everyday, Beauty, Health & Wellness and Romance - to determine the winners, and then put together our biggest issue of the year, published on April 24 to celebrate them.

From it’s lively arts and culture events, to its eclectic food scene to its aweinspiring landscapes, Marin certainly spoils all who spend time here. We look forward to seeing which people, places and things have captured your hearts.

Happy voting!

Best Brew Pub Best Brunch Best Burger Best Burrito Best Business Lunch Best Butcher Shop Best Cafe/Coffeehouse Best Caterer Best Cheese Shop Best Chef Best Chinese Best Chocolatier Best Cocktails Best Craft Beer Selection In-House Best Craft Beer Selection To-Go Best Craft Brew Event Best Craft Canned Beer Best CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) Best Deli (must specify town) Best Diner Best Dining after 10pm Best Dive Bar Best Eco-Friendly Winery Best Farmers’ Market (specify location) Best Food Truck Best French Best Fried Chicken Best Frozen Yogurt Best Gluten-Free Menu Options Best Happy Hour Best Ice Cream

Best Indian (must specify town & complete biz name) Best Italian Best Japanese/Sushi Best Latin American Best Local Coffee Roaster Best Mediterranean (must specify town & complete biz name) Best Mexican (must specify town & complete biz name) Best Micro-brew Best Natural/Sustainable Restaurant Best New Restaurant (opened in 2018) Best New Winery (less than one year) Best Outdoor Dining Best Pet-Friendly Restaurant Best Pizza Best Place for Oysters Best Ramen Best Restaurant Best Restaurant with a View Best Sandwich Shop (must specify town) Best Seafood Best Server (specify restaurant) Best Sommelier Best Sports Bar Best Spot to Dine Solo Best Tea Shop/Cafe Best Thai (must specify town & complete biz name)

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Best Vegan Menu Best Vegetarian Best Vietnamese Best Waterfront Restaurant Best Wine Best Wine & Food Experience Best Wine Bar Best Wine Event Best Wine Label Best Wine List Best Wine Tasting Room

Family Best Animal Adoption Center Best Animal Hospital Best Baby Gift Store Best Child Care Center Best Child-Friendly Restaurant Best Children’s Camp Best Children’s Clothing Store Best Children’s Consignment Store Best Children’s Educational Center Best Children’s Indoor Sports Center Best Children’s Museum Best College Best Dog Obedience School Best Dog Park Best Hobby Shop

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Best Holistic Veterinary Best Kennel Best Organic Pet Products Best Pet Boutique Best Pet Day Care Best Pet/Feed Store Best Pet Groomer Best Place for a Children’s Party Best Preschool Best Private School (K-12) Best Public School (K-12) Best Toy Store Best Veterinary Services

Home Improvement Best Appliance Repair Best Architect Best Carpet Cleaning Best Carpeting/Flooring Best Cleaning Service Best Computer Repair Service Best Contractor (commercial) Best Contractor (residential) Best Deck & Fencing Best Demolition Firm Best Electrician Best Green Builder Best Hauling Best Home Furnishings Best Home Improvement Store Best Home Organizer

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Best Interior Designer Best Kitchen/Bath Remodeler Best Landscape Design Company Best Landscape Supplier Best Landscaper Best Locksmith Best Mortgage Broker⁄Real Estate Company Best Moving & Storage Best Painting Contractor Best Paint Supplier Best Plumber Best Real Estate Agent⁄Real Estate Company Best Roofer Best Self-Storage Best Solar Supplier Best Tree Service Best Window Cleaners

Romance Best Boutique Hotel Best Couples Counseling Best Erotica Store Best Lingerie Shop Best Place for Singles to Meet Best Romantic Dinner Best Sex Therapist Best Staycation Best Wedding Event Planner Best Wedding Photographer Best Wedding Reception Venue

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Beauty, Health & Wellness Best Acupuncturist Best Allergist Best Assisted Living Facility Best Beauty Supply Store Best Chiropractor Best Dentist Best Dermatologist Best Ear, Nose & Throat Physician Best Endodontist Best ER Doctor Best Esthetic Dentist Best Esthetician (individual/business) Best Eye Lash Extensions and/or Brow Enhancements Best Facial Best Family Practitioner Best Full-Service Beauty Salon Best Funeral Home Best General Practice Physician Best Hair Salon Best Heart Surgeon Best Holistic Health Center Best Holistic Herbal Shop Best Holistic Practitioner Best Home Health Care Provider Best Internal Medicine Physician Best Laser Surgery Center

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Best Lasik Eye Surgery Best Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Best Local Hospital Best Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) Best Massage Services Best Midwife Best Nail Services Best Nutritionist Best OB⁄GYN Best Oncologist Best Ophthalmologist Best Oral Surgeon Best Orthodontist Best Orthopedic Surgeon Best Pediatrician Best Pharmacy Best Physical Therapist Best Plastic Surgeon Best Psychiatrist Best Psychologist Best Rehabilitation Center Best Retreat Center Best Spa Best Spa/Hot Tub Store Best Specialized Mobility Equipment Best Sports Medicine Best Spray Tan Best Urgent Care Center Best Waxing Studio

Cannabis Best Attorney—Cannabis Best Cannabis Body Care Best Cannabis Event Best Cannabis Label Best CBD Product Best Edibles Best Mobile Delivery Best Pipe Shop Best Therapeutic Product

Everyday Best Accountant Best Antique Shop Best Art Supply Store Best Attorney Best Auto Body Repair Best Auto Dealer (new) Best Auto Dealer (used) Best Auto Detailing Best Auto Repair Best Barber Best Body Art Place (tattoo, piercing, etc.)

Best Bookstore (new) Best Bookstore (used) Best Business Bank Best Camera/Photography Store Best Car Audio Best Chamber of Commerce Best Clothing Alterations Best Clothing Store – Men’s Best Clothing Store – Women’s Best Co-Working Office Space Best Consignment – Clothing Best Consignment – Home Best Consumer Bank Best Costume/Festival Apparel Shop Best Credit Union Best Culinary Store Best Digital Creative Services Best Dry Cleaner Best Eco-Conscious Business Best Ethnic Market Best Event Production Services Company Best Fashion Jewelry Store Best Financial Advisor Best Fine Jewelry Store Best Florist Best Framing Shop Best Gift Shop Best Grocery Store Best Home Audio

Best Hotel/Resort Best Insurance Agent Best Judge Best Law Firm Best Local Food Product Best Locally Made Retail Product Best Motorcycle/Scooter Shop Best Musical Instruments Store Best Natural Foods Store Best New Retail Business (opened in 2018) Best Nonprofit Best Optical Store Best Phone Repair

Best Psychic/Medium Best Record/CD Store Best Recycling Center Best Senior Living Facility Best Senior Services Best Shoe Store Best Tire Shop Best Tow Service Best Town Other than Your Own Best Transportation Best Travel Agency Best Valet Best Vape Shop Best Vintage Clothing Store

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Music School and taught guitar lessons to local kids and adults including John Cipollina from Quicksilver Messenger Service.

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When did you start playing guitar and singing?

By high school, I had developed some skill as a guitar player, and I started writing songs when I was 15. A few years later, I had my first gig on Mt. Tam at the amphitheater with my sister performing songs we had written. We also formed a band with my brother called the Cascades—because we grew up on Cascade Drive—and began performing at Rancho Nicasio, the Re-Union and the Bolinas Community Center.

How did you end up singing with Huey Lewis?

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I had known Huey since I was a kid. His younger brother was a drummer in my brother’s high school band. The shows with Huey were mostly at Uncle Charlie’s (a club in Corte Madera), and were produced by a young production company called Marin County Homegrown. It was the beginning of the Huey Lewis & the News that started out as American Express.

No stranger to the stage, vocal coach Liz Stires sang with Jerry Garcia and Huey Lewis.

You also sang backup for the Jerry Garcia Band?

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In Harmony Fairfax’s Liz Stires is teaching the world to sing By Tanya Henry

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t has happened to legions of us, and it’s one of the many reasons our culture no longer sings for the sheer joy of it.

Maybe it was in a middle school choir class, or perhaps a parent informed us at an early age that we were tone deaf and couldn’t carry a tune, or it might have just been self-consciousness born from the belief that our voices would never be as good as our favorite pop stars.

As a result, we stopped singing— paralyzed by the fear of judgment and criticism, even in the privacy of our own homes.

“I strongly believe that everyone can sing,” says Fairfax-based singer, songwriter and vocal coach Liz Stires, who grew up in a musical

family in Mill Valley and spent her 20s playing guitar and singing in local Marin bands. I sat down with her to learn about her notable career and discover what she is doing to change our collective resistance to the sound of our own voices.

Pacific Sun: It must have been an interesting time growing up in Mill Valley in the ’60s and ’70s.

Liz Stires: It was! My mom opened an espresso bar and art gallery in 1960 on Madrona called the Gallery that was right up the street from the old Sweetwater. She had art exhibits, chess games and folk music at night. She met my stepfather there, who owned the Creative

When I was asked to sing backup with JGB I was thrilled. JGB covered lots of Motown and music that I loved. Garcia was a very humble, kind and brilliant player, and a sort of magical person. It was a highlight of my life being onstage with him.

He asked us—myself included—if I had any original songs I wanted to bring in for the band. During the decade I was pursuing music, Jerry treated me as someone who had musical merit worth noting.

What made you shift from performing to teaching?

I thought that if you didn’t make it by the time you were 30, that it was all over. So I went back to college and got a degree in psychology and worked in nonprofits working with low-income women and families.

I also became interested in brain therapy and the healing effects of music. I first started teaching band camps for some of my son’s classmates. I loved vocal arranging and it came very naturally to me, so I started teaching harmony to my students and eventually started working with singers, songwriters and players.

Tell me about your harmony groups and how they started?

I initially started with younger students, but there was a strong interest from adults so I began working with groups of women, friends and families. It struck me that after class each week, six to eight women would stand outside my house and laugh and talk for an hour—even the ones who didn’t know each other. They would tell me that singing with each other was the highlight of their week.

Did you encounter any particular hurdles or resistance in offering these harmony groups?

My younger students would come to my class with stories about American Idol and The Voice. I noticed that most of the teen singers started emulating the same three to four stars, and it became clear that the message out there was that to sing you needed to sound exactly like these few stars. This angered me, as I felt musicians have already been bankrupted by an industry that doesn’t provide a living for artists and doesn’t value diversity, and now the very same business has taken away music from everyone, creating an even bigger wall between people and their innate abilities and their right to enjoy singing.

As a musician, teacher and lover of all things music, can you offer some tools to help us raise our voices once again without fear?

I recommend that families put together a songbook that they can sing together. Make music a tradition in your family. Find friends who love to sing and get some help creating and learning songs that touch you, make you happy and fill your heart. I use the oral tradition and arrange lots of music in a variety of genres that I pre-record and then send out to my students in recording files. Mostly they can practice on their own and in the car and then come in and sing harmony relatively quickly. Singing harmony is a super exhilarating experience. Most people think they can’t ever do that, so giving people the experience of singing in threepart harmony has been a highlight of my life.

To join a harmony class or learn more about Liz Stires, check out her website, lizstires.com.

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Lifesaver New concert film celebrates the life and music of Joni Mitchell ByRichardvonBusack

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hen Bob Dylan won the Nobel Prize for literature in 2016, the news was greeted by some with the retort that, if the Swedes were going to go in that direction, they should have given the prize to Joni Mitchell. It would have been both a smart choice and a sentimental one, given the premature report of Joni’s death to a brain aneurysm in 2015. In recent years, she’s suffered other maladies. The cigs caught up with that crystalline voice, and a mysterious skin condition made her shun daylight.

Yet the party for her in Joni 75: A Birthday Celebration shows both the range of her music and the affection that the world of music has for her.

The concert film compiles a twonight-long show last November at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in

Los Angeles, the city she analyzed in verse for years.

Not everyone gets Joni Mitchell: the strange guitar tunings, the high blue yodel or the throaty intimacy of her confessional mode. Writing about Mitchell, who was one of only two female performers in 1978’s Last Waltz, Roger Ebert said that he didn’t know what her song “Coyote” was supposed to be about. (It’s easy: it’s about Sam Shepard, or somebody like him.)

While Mitchell’s modes changed, from lissome folkie to thick-skinned blueswoman to jazz artist, one point stayed as constant as a northern star: both in age and in youth, Mitchell insisted on a woman’s privilege of traveling alone, sleeping with whom she pleased and holding firm to independence.

Lyrically, Mitchell’s viewpoint changed from hippie naiveté to

‘Joni 75: A Birthday Celebration’ screens on Thursday, Feb. 7, and Wednesday, Feb. 13, at the Smith Rafael Film Center, 1114 Fourth St., San Rafael.

Feb. 7 is sold-out; Feb. 13, 7pm. $15.

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Folk icon Joni Mitchell is honored by a cavalcade of music stars, who perform her songs in ‘Joni 75: A Birthday Celebration.’

embittered realist. If once she thought people were made of stardust, she came to fear they’re all just meat in a dog-eat-dog world, where “sex sells everything / and sex kills.” Always in her songs are diagrams of traps waiting for women. One side is the grim one-night-stand in “Down to You”; the other is a different kind of discontent in “Harry’s House/ Centerpiece.” There, Mitchell imagines the Scarsdale angst that could have been hers, lolling around waiting for the husband to return from the indelible cityscape she painted (“A helicopter lands on the Pan Am roof / like a dragonfly on a tomb”).

The concert is something for any Mitchell fan, from tricky jazz to the kind of crowd-pleasing material that any semi-competent street busker can make sound good. Glen Hansard, whose busking style was visible in the movie Once, does “Coyote” here.

(Maybe the sainted Ebert would have understood the lyrics if a man sang them?)

Graham Nash sings “Our House,” about the Laurel Canyon place he and Joni shared once upon a time.

Mitchell’s fellow Canadian Diana Krall covers perhaps the bleakest song Mitchell ever did, “Amelia,” about a woman’s search for freedom, what it costs and what it’s worth.

James Taylor and Seal collaborate on a tune I cannot abide, “Woodstock”; if it seems particularly airy-fairy, remember that Mitchell actually didn’t play the Woodstock fest.

The vocally craggy Kris Kristofferson takes on “A Case of You” with Brandi Carlile, right before Carlile solos to cover “Down to You,” a startling sound-alike version of a very complicated song. Emmylou Harris (the other woman in The Last Waltz) covers Mitchell’s terrifying slide-guitar lament about heroin, “Cold Blue Steel and Sweet Fire.” Los Lobos perform the obscure but fine “Nothing Can Be Done.” The congas in the original must have attracted the Wolves.

Making a rare appearance, but not joining in on the music, is Mitchell herself. Buffeted by the years, she’s still everything Chaka Khan calls her here: a lifesaver.

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Movies

• New Movies This Week

By Matthew Stafford

Friday, February 1–Thursday, February 7 Arthur Miller: Writer (1:40) Rebecca Miller’s documentary portrait of her playwright-activist father features home movies, interviews and intimate insights.

Capernaum (2:00) Cannes-winning Lebanese drama about a streetwise, povertyhardened 12-year-old who sues his parents for giving him life.

Cold War (1:29) Cannes-winning Polish drama about a hopeless Iron Curtain– cleaved love affair in post-WWII Europe; Pawel Pawlikowski directs.

Count Orlov (2:18) Moscow Operetta Theatre presents playwright July Kim’s fresh look at the real-life love affair between Catherine the Great’s aide-de-camp and a conniving young Italian.

A Dog’s Way Home (1:36) A wayward pooch sets off on a 400-mile journey in search of hearth and home, and hooks up with Ashley Judd, Edward James Olmos and other bipeds along the way.

Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga (2:50) Romantic dramedy stars Sonam Kapoor as a young woman torn between family, independence, true love and convenience.

Escape Room (1:40) Horror-thriller about six schmendricks trapped in a room with the Grim Reaper peeking in the window.

The Favourite (1:59) Snarky 18th-century period piece examines the balance-of-power relationship between frail Queen Anne, aidede-camp Lady Sarah Churchill and wannabe royal Abigail Masham; Olivia Colman, Rachel Weisz and Emma Stone star.

Federico Garcia Lorca (2:12) Documentary examines the great Spanish playwright’s 1933 trip to tango-riffic Argentina and his adventures with Borges, Gardel and Neruda.

Glass (2:09) M. Night Shyamalan’s sequel to Unbreakable and Split stars Bruce Willis as a security guard who uses supernatural powers to track down a criminal with multiple personalities.

Green Book (2:10) An African-American classical pianist embarks on a dangerous concert tour through the Kennedy-era South with a bouncer from the Bronx as his chauffeur; Mahershala Ali and Viggo Mortensen star.

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas (2:00) Shin’ichirô Ushijima anime about the tender friendship between a withdrawn bookworm and a life-affirming extrovert with a terminal illness.

If Beale Street Could Talk (1:57) James Baldwin’s edgy romance of 1970s Harlem comes to the big screen with KiKi Layne as Tish; Barry Jenkins directs.

Joni 75: A Birthday Celebration (2:00) James Taylor, Kris Kristofferson, Emmylou Harris, Diana Krall and a host of others perform Joni Mitchell’s greatest hits at L.A.’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.

The Kid Who Would Be King (2:00) Arthurian update about a suburban kid who discovers Excalibur and uses it to take on Morgana the enchantress with a little help from Merlin the magician (Patrick Stewart).

The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part (1:46) Emmet, Lucy and the rest of the gang

are back and defending their homeland from intergalactic invaders; Bruce Willis, Ralph Fiennes and Tiffany Haddish vocalize.

Mary Poppins Returns (2:10) The numinous nanny is back just in time to help the aging Banks family rediscover the joy and wonder of 1930s London; Emily Blunt and Dick Van Dyke star.

The Metropolitan Opera: Carmen (3:40) Bizet’s sexy saga of a saucy, spirited señorita, live from New York in glorious, big-screen high definition.

Miss Bala (1:44) Gina Rodriguez stars as a kickass waif who takes on criminals from both sides of the border.

More than Funny (1:30) Rising comic Michael Jr. stars in a movie that’s part autobiography and part stand-up routine.

National Theatre London: I’m Not Running (2:40) Catch David Hare’s incendiary new drama about a respected doctor faced with the compromises of a political career.

On the Basis of Sex (2:00) Inspirational biopic stars Felicity Jones as the young Ruth Bader Ginsburg, trying a landmark gender discrimination case before the U.S. Court of Appeals; Mimi Leder directs.

Serenity (1:46) Quasi-Freudian quasithriller finds Anne Hathaway hiring first husband Matthew McConaughey to take second husband Jason Clarke out in a boat and drown him.

Shoplifters (2:01) Delicate Japanese drama about a family of petty thieves transformed by a homeless urchin.

Stan & Ollie (1:38) Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly star in a bittersweet portrait of the movies’ greatest double act at twilight.

Sundance Short Film Tour (1:33) Seven short subjects from last year’s fest make up a cinematic smorgasbord of comedies, musicals, documentaries and dramas from around the globe.

The Tragedy of King Richard the Second (2:30) Direct from London’s Almeida Theatre, it’s Simon Russell Beale as Shakespeare’s vain, foolish, irresponsible regent.

The Upside (2:00) Bromantic comedy finds ex-con Kevin Hart striking sparks with paralyzed billionaire Bryan Cranston.

Vice (2:12) Edgy political satire examines the Mephistophelean rise to the vice presidency of Dick Cheney; Christian Bale stars with Amy Adams as Lynne, Sam Rockwell as W and Tyler Perry as Colin Powell.

What Men Want (1:57) Sports agent Taraji P. Henson uses her newfound power to read men’s minds to pursue an NBA superstar; Richard Roundtree co-stars!

Who Killed Lt. Van Dorn (1:18) Eyeopening documentary tracks the systematic failures, breakdowns and mishaps that led to the death of a Navy helicopter pilot in 2014.

The World Before Your Feet (1:35) Documentary follows inveterate stroller Matt Green on a walking tour of New York City, whose 8,000 miles of paths, boulevards, beaches and bridges he’s been trodding over the past six years.

Aquaman (PG-13) Arthur Miller: Writer (NR) At Eternity’s Gate (PG-13) Bohemian Rhapsody (PG-13)

Northgate: Fri-Wed 12:15, 3:35, 6:55, 10:10 Lark: Sat 2 Rafael: Fri-Sat, Mon-Thu 8:30; Sun 8:45 Lark: Fri 6; Sat 9:15 (sing-along); Mon 10; Wed 3:20; Thu 9:15 Larkspur Landing: Fri, Mon-Wed 6:30; Sat-Sun 12, 6:30 Northgate: Fri-Wed 12:45, 3:55, 7:10, 10:20 Playhouse: Fri-Sat 6:30, 9:45; Sun-Thu 6:30 Bumblebee (PG-13) Northgate: Fri-Wed 10:40, 1:35, 4:35, 7:30, 10:20 Can You Ever Forgive Me? (R) Rafael: Fri-Sun 3:30, 8:15; Mon-Wed 8:15; Thu 4:30 Lark: Tue 9; Thu 10:30 • Capernaum (NR) Cold War (NR) Rafael: Fri 4, 6, 8; Sat-Sun 2, 4, 6, 8; Mon-Thu 6, 8 Lark: Thu 6:30 • Count Orlov (NR) A Dog’s Way Home (PG) Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:40, 2:15, 4:55, 7:25, 9:55 • Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga (NR) Northgate: Fri-Wed 12:50, 3:50, 6:50, 9:50 (in Hindi with English subtitles) Escape Room (PG-13) Northgate: Fri-Wed 12:05, 2:45, 5:20, 8, 10:35 The Favourite (R) Lark: Fri 10; Sat 4:10; Sun 6:45; Mon 12:40; Thu 1 Playhouse: Fri, Mon-Thu 3:30; Sat-Sun 12:30, 3:30 Regency: Fri-Sat 10:35, 1:20, 4:10, 7:10, 9:55; Sun-Thu 10:35, 1:20, 4:10, 7:10 Sequoia: Fri 4:30, 7:15, 10; Sat 11:05, 1:40, 4:30, 7:15, 10; Sun 1:40, 4:30, 7:15; Mon-Wed 4:30, 7:15; Thu 4:30 Federico Garcia Lorca (NR) Lark: Sun 4 Free Solo (NR) Rafael: Fri, Mon-Thu 6:15; Sat 1:30, 6:15; Sun 1:30, 6:30 Glass (PG-13) Larkspur Landing: Fri, Mon-Wed 9:35; Sat-Sun 3:15, 9:35 Northgate: Fri-Wed 1:10, 4:10, 7:15, 10:15 Green Book (PG-13) Playhouse: Fri 4, 6:50, 9:40; Sat 1, 4, 6:50, 9:40; Sun 1, 4, 6:50; Mon-Wed 4, 6:50 Regency: 10:45, 1:40, 4:40, 7:40 daily If Beale Street Could Talk (R) Regency: Fri 10:25, 1:10, 4, 7, 9:50; Sat 4, 7, 9:50; Sun-Mon 10:25, 1:10, 4, 7; Thu 10:25, 1:10, 4 Regency: Thu 7 • I Want to Eat Your Pancreas (NR) • Joni 75: A Birthday Celebration (NR) Rafael: Thu 7 (sold out) The Kid Who Would Be King (PG) Northgate: Fri-Wed 10:50, 1:40, 4:40, 7:40, 10:35 • The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part (PG) Cinema: Thu 4, 7, 9:45 Fairfax: Thu 4, 7 Northgate: Thu 4, 5:30, 7, 8:20; 3D showtime at 10 Playhouse: Thu 4, 7 Rowland: Thu 4, 6:50, 9:40 Mary Poppins Returns (PG) Northgate: Fri-Wed 12:55, 4:05 • The Metropolitan Opera: Carmen (NR) Lark: Sat 9:55am; Wed 6:30 Regency: Sat 9:55am; Wed 1, 6:30 Sequoia: Sat 9:55am; Wed 1, 6:30 Miss Bala (PG-13) Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:55, 2:35, 5:15, 7:55, 10:30 National Theatre London: I’m Not Running (NR) Lark: Sun 1 On the Basis of Sex (PG-13) Larkspur Landing: Fri, Mon-Wed 7:20, 10:10; Sat-Sun 10:50, 1:40, 4:30, 7:20, 10:10 Northgate: Fri-Wed 10:30, 1:20, 4:20, 7:20, 10:10 Sequoia: Fri-Sat 4:05, 6:50, 9:40; Sun 1:20, 4:05, 6:50; Mon-Tue 4:05, 6:50; Wed 1:30; Thu 4:05 Ralph Breaks the Internet (PG) Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:10, 2, 7:35 Roma (R) Lark: Fri 12:30; Sun 9:10; Mon 6; Tue 10:30 Second Act (PG-13) Northgate: Fri-Wed 4:50, 10:25 Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:45, 2:25, 5:10, 7:50, 10:30 • Serenity (R) Shoplifters (R) Rafael: Fri, Mon-Wed 5:45; Sat-Sun 1, 5:45 Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (PG) Larkspur Landing Fri, Mon-Wed 7:30, 10:15; Sat-Sun 11, 1:45, 4:45, 7:30, 10:15 Northgate: Fri-Wed 11, 1:50, 4:45, 7:45, 10:40 Stan & Ollie (PG) Regency: Fri-Sat 11:40, 2:20, 4:50, 7:20, 10; Sun-Thu 11:40, 2:20, 4:50, 7:20 A Star Is Born (R) Lark: Fri 8:50; Mon 3:10; Tue 1:15; Wed 10 Larkspur Landing: Fri, Mon-Wed 6:45, 9:50; Sat-Sun 12:15, 3:30, 6:45, 9:50 Northgate: Fri-Wed 7:05, 10:15 They Shall Not Grow Old (R) Regency: daily at 10:30, 4:30; 3D showtimes at 1:30, 7:30 The Upside (PG-13) Northgate: Fri-Wed 1, 4, 7, 10:05 Vice (R) Lark: Fri 3:15; Sat 6:40; Sun 10; Mon 8:45; Tue 4; Wed 12:45; Thu 3:30 Playhouse: Fri 3:45, 6:40, 9:35; Sat 12:45, 3:45, 6:40, 9:35; Sun 12:45, 3:45, 6:40; Mon-Thu 3:45, 6:40 Regency: Fri-Sat 12:45, 3:45, 6:45, 9:45; Mon-Thu 12:45, 3:45, 6:45 Northgate: Thu 7:10, 10 Rowland: Thu 7, 10 • What Men Want (R) Rafael: Sun 4:15 (filmmakers Zachary Stauffer and • Who Killed Lt. Van Dorn (NR) Jason Paladino in person) The World Before Your Feet (NR) Rafael: Fri-Sat 4:15 We have omitted some of the movie summaries and times for those that have been playing for multiple weeks.

Showtimes can change after we go to press. Please call theater to confirm.

CinéArts Sequoia 25 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley, 388-1190 Century Cinema 41 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera, 924-6506 Fairfax 9 Broadway, Fairfax, 453-5444 Lark 549 Magnolia Ave., Larkspur, 924-5111 Larkspur Landing 500 Larkspur Landing Cir., Larkspur, 461-4849 Northgate 7000 Northgate Dr., San Rafael, 491-1314 Playhouse 40 Main St., Tiburon, 435-1251 Rafael Film Center 1118 Fourth St., San Rafael, 454-1222 Regency 80 Smith Ranch Rd., Terra Linda, 479-6496 Rowland 44 Rowland Way, Novato, 898-3385

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Bryce Smith (center) gets in over his head when Amber Collins Crane and Gregory Crane welcome him into a potential ‘Deathtrap.’

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ysteries and thrillers present interesting challenges for critics.

We want to give audiences enough of an idea of the plot to pique their interest without giving away any of the twists, turns and surprises audiences should discover for themselves. Well, here goes.

Playwright Sidney Bruhl, once a successful writer of theatrical thrillers, is tired of living off dwindling royalties from long-ago hits, the occasional college seminar and the largesse of his wealthy wife, Myra.

An unsolicited manuscript from one Clifford Anderson, an attendee of one of Sidney’s writing seminars, arrives at his Westport, Conn., home and sets his mind a-whirling. He invites Clifford up to discuss a possible collaboration, but has Sidney’s mind really turned to . . . murder?

That’s the setup of Ira Levin’s Broadway record-setting comedythriller Deathtrap, the latest production from the Ross Valley

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Players, now running through Feb. 17. Levin, the author of such successful thrillers as Rosemary’s Baby and The Stepford Wives, had his greatest theatrical success with this darkly comedic take on the creative process, the desire for success and how some people just might be willing to kill for it.

Originally written and set in the late 1970s, director Chloe Bronzan has opted to set this production in the early ’60s with, according to her director’s notes, a “technicolor Hitchcock theme” in mind. Her choices are inconsistent, though, leading to a few anachronisms. She replaces references to late night TV host Johnny Carson with his predecessor Jack Paar, but leaves in references to Sleuth, a play not written until 1970. Lest you think I’m being too picky, Levin’s script is chock-full of inside-theater references, so it’s been written with the knowledgeable theatergoer in mind.

Husband-and-wife team Amber

and Gregory Crane play husband and wife Sydney and Myra Bruhl, with Bay Area newcomer Bryce Smith essaying the young playwright whose script Sydney covets. They all work well together, particularly in the execution of some excellent fight choreography (by Richard Squeri), which offsets some of the director’s questionable blocking choices that occasionally give the show an odd look. Technical and script issues aside, credit all the artists for a moment that generated the loudest audience scream I’ve heard in a theater in some time.

There’s a reason Deathtrap holds the record as Broadway’s longest running comedy-thriller. It’s a fun show and, overall, the Ross Valley Players have a bloody good time with it.

‘Deathtrap’ runs Thursday–Sunday through Feb. 17 at the Barn Theatre in the Marin Art and Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ross.

Times vary. $12–$27. 415.883.4498. rossvalleyplayers.com.

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How the Michelin rating got its ‘rainure’ By Charlene Peters

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ftentimes, especially in today’s world of nutritional science and genetically modified foods, I wonder about the evolution of eating and etiquette.

Our Medieval past of eating with our hands continues to connect with our present when it comes to dining on chicken fingers and wings, tacos, hot dogs and french fries.

Thanks to 16th-century Queen of France Catherine de’ Medici, we have evolved into a civilized people who use utensils to eat most of our food.

Post–World War II, food engineers were put on the frontlines to create processed food in an effort to prevent famine. A typical family dinner entailed peeling off foil

from an oven-cooked frozen dinner to which each family member consumed on a folding tray table while watching television.

Today, we still peel, but it is on occasion and without foil; we peel a biodegradable plastic film to reveal a healthier version of a frozen breakfast, lunch or dinner. Or we substitute a meal to consume the daily recommended vegetable and fruit intake in the form of a smoothie.

The driving force behind what works and what doesn’t in the food world is taste, but how did the idea of taste begin? Simply stated, the French can take credit.

The French Revolution and Napoleon’s influence on social life set the stage for taste—quite

time sugar parlayed from its use as a pharmaceutical and was introduced in the form of desserts. Choices led to culinary temperaments, which in turn introduced the idea of multiple courses.

Variety is the spice of life, and this concept remains today, but the French will forever take center stage in gastronomy. If you want proof, take a trip to France and indulge in the various pastries, breads, cheeses, sauces and pâtés of which the rest of the world strives to emulate.

And remember where those Michelin stars began: In 1889 central France, André and Édouard Michelin created a tire company for which they developed a marketing campaign targeted to the almost 3,000 automobile owners at that time. The idea was to create a guide for road trips. Travelers were most interested in the categorical status of dining they developed, and by 1926, the Michelin star was born to differentiate status. This year, the San Francisco Bay Area was awarded the most Michelin three-stars in all of the United States. Y

literally, in fact. Taste in reference to gastronomy grew from the term used in the company of music, art, theater, literature and architecture.

Taste was in itself a society of people who were ranked by social status. It wasn’t until 1739 that cooking became one of the fine arts, perfected by the French in classical culinary talent.

Before the gastronomic revolution, food served a medicinal purpose.

People would consume iced drinks only to change body temperature, and those who had distaste for a particular food were viewed as hostile. Commoners ate root vegetables while the social elite indulged on meat, fruits and desserts.

Taste was unessential until the second half of the 17th century, about the same

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Google, the world’s most powerful and popular search engine, was founded and funded and launched all in what two-year span?

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Concerts MARIN

Elvis Johnson’s Fairfax Blues Jam Renowned drummer brings together some of the Bay Area’s top blues performers for a monthly jam session. Feb 3, 9pm.

19 Broadway Nightclub, 17 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax. 415.459.1091.

Raz Kennedy Bay Area music educator, producer and vocalist presents “The Raz Kennedy Show III: Some Diff ’rent Kinda..!” featuring a musical repertoire of rock, jazz and more. Feb 2, 8pm. $32-$35. Sweetwater Music Hall, 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.3850.

SONOMA Black Violin Duo of violist and violinist Wil B and Kev Marcus incorporate hip-hop influences in their music. Jan 31, 8pm. $35-$45. Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa. 707.546.3600.

The Mother Hips Veteran California rock band headlines the second annual Declan Walsh Benefit alongside Jackie Greene and the Coffis Brothers. Feb 2, 8:30pm. $48 and up. Mystic Theatre & Music Hall, 23 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma. 707.775.6048.

NAPA Al Jardine Founding member of the Beach Boys performs off his recent solo album, “A Postcard from California,” over two nights.

Feb 1-2, 7 and 9pm. $49-$99. Blue Note Napa, 1030 Main St, Napa. 707.880.2300.

Clubs & Venues MARIN Fenix Jan 31, Fox’s Blues Band with Elvis Johnson.

Feb 2, SIlver Moon Big Band. Feb 3, 6:30pm, Pardon the Interruption. 919 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.813.5600.

HopMonk Novato Feb 1, Blame Sally. 224 Vintage Way, Novato.

415.892.6200.

19 Broadway Nightclub Jan 30, Blues Champions. Jan 31, the Mercy Kit. Feb 1, First Friday Reggae NIght.

Feb 2, Jeffro Squid with the theory and TriCornered Tent Show. Feb 3, 6pm, 19 Broadway Goodtime Band. Feb 6, Bob Marley birthday party with Irie Rockers.

17 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax. 415.459.1091.

Sweetwater Music Hall Jan 30, Larry & His Flask with Willy Tea Taylor. Jan 31, Michael LaMacchia’s birthday bash. Feb 3, 10am, Brunch Show with the Plage Boys. 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley.

415.388.3850.

Terrapin Crossroads Jan 30, Jon Chi Band. Jan 31, Ross James’ Cosmic Thursday. 100 Yacht Club Dr, San Rafael. 415.524.2773.

dancers and a buffet dinner, auction and raffle. Feb 2, 5pm. $5-$25. Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 240 Channing Way, San Rafael. 415.479.4131.

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Tango Con*Fusión Fundraising Gala “Traveling Spectacular” theme features a surrealist vaudeville, magic and circus arts, appetizers, wine, silent auction, social tango dance with Trio Garufa and more. Feb 2, 7pm. $45 and up. Alma del Tango Studio, 167 Tunstead Ave, San Anselmo. 415.459.8966.

Mystic Theatre & Music Hall Feb 3, the James Hunter Six with the Rev Shawn Amos. Feb 6, Groundation with Thrive.

23 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma. 707.775.6048.

The Phoenix Theater Feb 2, Samsara and Seconds Ago. 201 Washington St, Petaluma. 707.762.3565.

NAPA Blue Note Napa Jan 30, Myron Mckinley Trio. Jan 31, Sueños.

Feb 3, 11:30am, Sunday Brunch with Mike Greensill. Feb 5, Napa High School Jazz Band benefit. 1030 Main St, Napa. 707.880.2300.

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Sunrise Tour of Muir Woods See majestic trees and hear the story of the forest. Reservations required. Feb 3, 7am.

Free. Muir Woods Visitor Center, 1 Muir Woods Rd, Mill Valley. 415.388.2596.

Bay Area Playback Theatre Improvisational theatre based on audience members’ true stories. Feb 2, 8pm. $10-$15.

Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C St, San Rafael.

415.457.4191.

Film Our Man in Havana Classic film starring Alec Guiness combines drama, comedy and thrills. Screens with discussion and snacks. Feb 6, 6pm. donations welcome. Museum of International Propaganda, 1000 Fifth Ave, San Rafael.

415.310.1173.

Claudia Chapline Gallery Feb 2-26, “Nicole Frazer: Monoprints & Paintings,” features abstract and visceral works on paper. Reception, Feb 2 at 2pm. 3445 Shoreline Hwy, Stinson Beach. Sat-Sun, noon to 5, and by appointment. 415.868.2308.

Viva España!

Film series celebrating artists an writers of Spain continues with “Federico Garcia Lorca: Moons of New York & Giant Moon.”

Sun, Feb 3, 4pm. $10-$15. Lark Theater, 549 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur. 415.924.5111.

Madrigal Family Winery Jan 30-Feb 27, “Through the Lens,” see photography from Rose Hodges, Mary Serphos and others. Reception, 31 at 6pm. 819 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.729.9549.

Who Killed Lt Vandorn?

Director Zachary Stauffer presents and discusses his doc about the investigation into a Navy helicopter pilot killed in a 2014 training exercise. Feb 3, 4:15pm. Smith Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth St, San Rafael.

415.454.1222.

Youth in Arts Gallery Feb 3-Mar 29, “Rising Stars,” the best Marin County high school artists display their work in this annual show. Reception, Feb 8 at 5pm.

917 C St, San Rafael. 415.457.4878.

Comedy Ryan Sickler Masterful storyteller has appeared on stages around the country and popular podcasts online. Jan 31, 7pm. $20-$25. Barrel Brothers Brewing, 399 Business Park Ct #506, Windsor. 707.696.9487. Masterful storyteller has appeared on stages around the country and popular podcasts online.

Feb 1, 7pm. $20-$25. Griffo Distillery, 1320 Scott St, Petaluma. 707.879.8755.

Events Lunar New Year Celebration Welcome the ‘Year of the Pig’ with lion

Point Reyes Presbyterian Church Feb 2, 7pm, “Voices from Bears Ears” with Rebecca Robinson and Stephen Strom. $10.

11445 Shoreline Hwy, Point Reyes Station 415.663.1349.

Field Trips

Artist Within Gallery Feb 1-Mar 29, “Cedars Featured Artists,” exhibition of amazing art honors some of Cedars senior artists. Reception, Feb 1 at 5pm. 603 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo.

415.454.2568.

Toby’s Gallery Feb 2-26, “One Place Deeply: Walking the Green Bridge Trail,” see works from photographer Marty Knapp’s daily walks near his Point Reyes Station home. Reception, Feb 2 at 2pm. 11250 Hwy 1, Point Reyes Station.

Marin Center Veterans Memorial Auditorium Feb 6, 7:30pm, “Cook Like a Pro” with Ina Garten. Sold-out. 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael 415.473.6800.

Lectures What the Democratic Supermajority Means for California & Marin State Assemblymember Marc Levine discusses the new session of the State Legislature. Feb 6, 11:15am. $35. The Club at McInnis Park, 350 Smith Ranch Rd, San Rafael. 415.492.1800.

Readings Book Passage Jan 30, 7pm, “Hark” with Sam Lipsyte.

Jan 31, 7pm, “The Rule of Law” with John Lescroart. Feb 2, 4pm, “A Life Rebuilt” with Sylvia Ruth Gutmann. Feb 4, 7pm, “Beyond These Walls” with Tony Platt.

Feb 5, 7pm, “Song of a Captive Bird” with Jasmin Darznik. Feb 6, 7pm, “Deep Creek” with Pam Houston. 51 Tamal Vista Blvd, Corte Madera 415.927.0960.

Book Passage By-the-Bay Feb 6, 6pm, “The No-Self Help Book” with Kate Gustin. 100 Bay St, Sausalito 415.339.1300.

Deathtrap Ingeniously structured play offers gaspinducing thrills and spontaneous laughter.

Through Feb 17. $12-$27. Barn Theatre, Marin Art and Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross. 415.456.9555.

Family Secrets Nonprofit arts group Jewish Women’s Theatre presents an unforgettable night of salon-style performances. Feb 5, 7pm. $18-$25.

Osher Marin JCC, 200 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael. 415.444.8000.

How I Learned What I Learned August Wilson’s autobiographical one-man show charts what it means to be a black artist in America. Through Feb 3. $25-$52. Marin Theatre Company, 397 Miller Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.5208.

Impeaching America Satirical stage play by Elizabeth Cady makes its world premiere. Feb 1-24. $20$25. The Belrose, 1415 Fifth Ave, San Rafael.

415.454.6422.

Loot Dark comedy dives into the ugly side of the funeral business. Through Feb 10. $15-$27.

Novato Theater Company, 5240 Nave Dr, Novato. 415.883.4498.

Romeo & Juliet Two casts take on the greatest love story of all time, with professional adults actors in the main cast and teens performing the Saturday matinees. Feb 1-17. $35. Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley.

415.383.9600.

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Seminars&Workshops To include your seminar or workshop, call 415.485.6700

SINGLE & DISSATISFIED? Tired of spending weekends and holidays alone? Join with other single men and women to explore what’s blocking you from fulfillment in your relationships. Nine-week Single’s Group, OR weekly, ongoing, coed Intimacy Groups or Women’s Group, all starting the week of February 4th, 2019. Groups meet on Mon, Tues, & Thurs evenings. Space limited. Also, Individual and Couples sessions. Central San Rafael. For more information, call Renee Owen, LMFT #35255 at 415-453-8117 Right Relationship and Dating Group; Authentic Relationship Group, Essentials for Happiness Project. Highly Effective & Affordable Therapy.

Empathy Tool Kit provided. 9 week groups forming now for groups near downtown San Rafael, meet 2 Tuesdays a month/ February through March. International Teacher and Stanford Trained therapist, Ilene Wolf, Licensed MFT for 25 years, Brief Solution Focused Therapist: Shows you the exact practical tools to experience more joy & turn your life into a success story. “I have seen 100s of individual, couples, families and groups, you can feel better starting with a Call for a free 20 minute interview. 415.420.3619 to see if this is right for you. www.ilenewolf.com Group for Former Members of High Demand Groups or Cults is offered alternate Saturdays, 3:00 - 5:00 PM. This successful, safe, supportive/ explorative group has been running for 15 years. Topics participants address include trauma, loss, recovery issues, relationships; understanding cultic characteristics and “normal” responses; learning new coping skills; disconfirming inaccurate, self-limiting beliefs with better outcomes.

Facilitator: Colleen Russell, LMFT, CGP, 25 years’ experience, herself a former member in her early adulthood. Kentfield Office. www.colleenrussellmft.com; email: crussell@colleenrussellmft.com; phone 415-785-3513.

Mind&Body HYPNOTHERAPY Thea Donnelly, M.A. Hypnosis, Counseling, All Issues. 25 yrs. experience.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 145852. The following individual(s) are doing business: INCA PROMOTIONS TOURS, 855 C ST. SUIT #205, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: IRMA SANTIVANEZ, 855 C ST. #205, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901, WILFREDO MIRANDA, 2525 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD #5, FAIRFAX, CA 94930. This business is being conducted by A PARTNERSHIP. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on DECEMBER 6, 2018. (Publication Dates: JANUARY 9, 16, 23, 30)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 145958.

The following individual(s) are doing business: B.B SOL HAULING, 1132 FERRIS DRIVE, NOVATO, CA 94945: CARLOS SOLORZANO, 1132 FERRIS DRIVE, NOVATO, CA 94945, NYDIA N. SOLORZANO, 1132 FERRIS DRIVE, NOVATO, CA 94945. This business is being conducted by A MARRIED COUPLE. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on DECEMBER 27, 2018. (Publication Dates: January 16, 23, 30 and February 6 of 2019)

HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE AFFORDABLE MARIN? I can show you 60 homes under $600,000. Call Cindy Halvorson 415-902-2729, BRE #01219375. Christine Champion, BRE# 00829362.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2019146048. The following individual(s) are doing business: MUDDY BOOTS AND CONSTRUCTION, 41 DEL ORO LAGOON, NOVATO, CA 94949: LISA G DAVIS, 41 DEL ORO

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LAGOON, NOVATO, CA 94949.

This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on JANUARY 11, 2019.

(Publication Dates: January 16, 23, 30 and February 6 of 2019)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 145904.

The following individual(s) are doing business: DIMENSIONAL FURNITURE OUTLET, 115 BELLAM BLVD, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: TRI NHU NGUYEN, 2220 HARRINGTON AVE, OAKLAND, CA 94601. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on DECEMBER 17, 2018. (Publication Dates: January 16, 23, 30 and February 6 of 2019)

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT FROM USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME—File No: 304843. The following person(s) has/ have abandoned the use of a fictitious business name(s). The information given below is as it appeared on the fictitious business statement that was filed at the Marin County ClerkRecorder’s Office on April 16, 2014, Under File No: 2014134594. Fictitious Business name(s) MARIN HEARING CENTER, 45 SAN CLEMENTE DR. STE. D140, CORTE MADERA, CA 94925: KIM HOPPIN, 45 SAN CLEMENTE DR. STE. D140, CORTE MADERA, CA 94925. This statement was filed with the County Clerk Recorder of Marin County on Jan 9, 2019 (Publication Dates: Jan 23, 30 and Feb 6, 13 2019)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 146032.

The following individual(s) are doing business: MARIN HEARING CENTER, IRON AUDIOLOGY, 45 SAN CLEMENTE DR. STE. D140, CORTE MADERA, CA 94925: IRON AUDIOLOGY, INC. 45 SAN CLEMENTE DR. STE. D140, CORTE MADERA, CA 94925. This business is being conducted by A CORPORATION. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on JANUARY 9, 2019.

(Publication Dates: January 23, 30 and February 6, 13 of 2019)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 146055.

The following individual(s) are doing business: ELDON-FORSTER DRAINAGE INSPECTIONS, 701-J DELONG AVE, NOVATO, CA 94945: BAY AREA PROPERTY INSPECTIONS, LLC, 701-J DELONG AVE, NOVATO, CA 94945. This business is being conducted by A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on JANUARY 14, 2019. (Publication Dates: January 23, 30 and February 6, 13 of 2019)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 146053.

The following individual(s) are doing business: ABRAHAM CONSTRUCTION, 33-B TOMASINI CANYON RD, POINT REYES STATION, CA 94956: ABRAHAM GUTIERREZ RAMIREZ, 33-B TOMASINI CANYON RD, POINT REYES STATION, CA 94956. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin

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This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on JANUARY 14, 2019.

(Publication Dates: January 23, 30 and February 6, 13 of 2019)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 146040.

The following individual(s) are doing business: MIA BELLA BOUTIQUE, 151 BELLAM ST., SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: MARIA SOLEDAD CORADO, 63 CORTE MESA AV., SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901.

This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on JANUARY 10, 2019.

(Publication Dates: January 23, 30 and February 6, 13 of 2019)

THINH NGUYEN, 3718 WILLOW PASS RD #113, CONCORD, CA 94519. This statement was filed with the County Clerk Recorder of Marin County on Dec 17, 2018 (Publication Dates: Jan 16, 23, 30 and Feb 6 2019

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 146010.

The following individual(s) are doing business: AP APPLIANCE REPAIR CORP, 75 ROSE STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: AP APPLIANCE REPAIR CORP, 75 ROSE STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. This business is being conducted by A CORPORATION. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on JANUARY 7, 2019. (Publication Dates: January 30 and February 6, 13, 20 of 2019)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 145987. The following individual(s) are doing business: TASTE OF ROME, 1000 BRIDGE WAY, SAUSALITO, CA 94965: CAFÉ SAUSALITO INC., 1000 BRIDGE WAY, SAUSALITO, CA 94965. This business is being conducted by A CORPORATION. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on JANUARY 3, 2019. (Publication Dates: January 23, 30 and February 6, 13 of 2019)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2019146105. The following individual(s) are doing business: MEANDERING FARMERS, 2711 MIDDLE RD, TOMALES, CA 94971: DONALD F PIVEC, 2711 MIDDLE RD, TOMALES, CA 94971. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on JANUARY 23, 2019.

(Publication Dates: January 30 and February 6, 13, 20 of 2019)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2019146088. The following individual(s) are doing business: GINSENG GUY, 295 MILLER AVE, SUITE C, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941: CHRISTOPHER R VEIGA, 295 MILLER AVE, SUITE C, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on JANUARY 18, 2019.

(Publication Dates: January 23, 30 and February 6, 13 of 2019)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 146091.

The following individual(s) are doing business: CIVIC KNIT, 40 ARROYO RD, FOREST KNOLLS, CA 94933: BREEZE KINSEY, 55 E. CINTARA AVE, LAGUNITAS, CA 94938, STEVE KINSEY, 40 ARROYO RD, FOREST KNOLLS, CA 94933.

This business is being conducted by A PARTNERSHIP. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on JANUARY 18, 2019.

(Publication Dates: January 30 and February 6, 13, 20 of 2019)

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT FROM USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME— File No: 304857. The following person(s) has/have abandoned the use of a fictitious business name(s).

The information given below is as it appeared on the fictitious business statement that was filed at the Marin County Clerk-Recorder’s Office on January 20, 2016, Under File No: 2016138983. Fictitious Business name(s) DIMENSIONAL FURNITURE OUTLET, 115 BELLAM BLVD, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901:

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2019146085. The following individual(s) are doing business: MATTHEW KLEIN, 302 THIRD STREET, SAUSALITO, CA 94965: VOLCANO MONKEY RIOT, INC, 302 THIRD STREET, SAUSALITO, CA 94965.

This business is being conducted by A CORPORATION. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on JANUARY 18, 2019.

(Publication Dates: January 30 and February 6, 13, 20 of 2019)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 146131. The following individual(s) are doing business: TF PROPERTIES, 459 RIDGE RD., NOVATO, CA 94947: TOM SPANIER, 459 RIDGE RD., NOVATO, CA 94947, FRANCESCA SPANIER, 459 RIDGE RD., NOVATO, CA 94947. This business is being conducted by A MARRIED COUPLE. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on JANUARY 25, 2019.

(Publication Dates: January 30 and February 6, 13, 20 of 2019)

OTHER NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: CIV 1900064 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF MARIN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS 1. Petitioner (name of each): Nancy Felice Becker, has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Nancy Felice Becker to Proposed Name: Nance Felice Becker 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. if no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 2/26/2019, Time: 9:00am, Dept: B, Room: B. The address of the court is same as noted above; 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the Pacific Sun, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Marin. DATED: JAN 4, 2019 James T. Chou Judge of the Superior Court James M Kim Court Executive Officer MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT By C Lucchesi, Deputy (January 16, 23, 30, February 6 of 2018)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: CIV 1900008 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF MARIN TO ALL INTERESTED

PERSONS 1. Petitioner (name of each): Thomas Jay Foxenburgh, has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Thomas Jay Foxenburgh to Proposed Name: Tom Jay Fox 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. if no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 2/25/2019, Time: 9:00am, Dept: B, Room: B. The address of the court is same as noted above; 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the Pacific Sun, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Marin. DATED: JAN 2, 2019 James T. Chou Judge of the Superior Court James M Kim Court Executive Officer MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT By J. Chen, Deputy (January 16, 23, 30, February 6 of 2018)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: CIV 1900064 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF MARIN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS 1. Petitioner (name of each): Nancy Felice Becker, has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Nancy Felice Becker to Proposed Name: Nance Felice Becker 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. if no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 2/26/2019, Time: 9:00am, Dept: B, Room: B. The address of the court is same as noted above; 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in

the Pacific Sun, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Marin. DATED: JAN 4, 2019 James T. Chou Judge of the Superior Court James M Kim Court Executive Officer MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT By C Lucchesi, Deputy (January 16, 23, 30, February 6 of 2018)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: CIV 1900075 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF MARIN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS 1. Petitioner (name of each): Kathleen Bradley, has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Kathleen Mary Bradley to Proposed Name: Kathleen Mary Bradley Amidei 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. if no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 3/4/2019, Time: 9:00am, Dept: B, Room: B. The address of the court is same as noted above; 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the Pacific Sun, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Marin. DATED: JAN 7, 2019 James T. Chou Judge of the Superior Court James M Kim Court Executive Officer MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT By C Lucchesi, Deputy (January 23, 30, February 6, 13 of 2018)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: CIV 1900208 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF MARIN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS 1. Petitioner (name of each): Sonja Meyers (Mother), has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Mila Grace Johnson to Proposed Name: Mila Grace Meyers 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objec-

tion at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. if no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a.

Date: 3/4/2019, Time: 9:00am, Dept: E. The address of the court is same as noted above; 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the Pacific Sun, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Marin. DATED: JAN 16, 2019 Andrew E. Sweet Judge of the Superior Court James M Kim Court Executive Officer MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT By J. Chen, Deputy (January 30, February 6, 13, 20 of 2018)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: CIV 1804520 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF MARIN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS 1. Petitioner (name of each): Lorina Nympha Tomaneng Mendoza, has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Lorina Nympha Tomaneng Mendoza to Proposed Name: Lorina Nympha Mendoza Manzanita 2.

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. if no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 2/19/2018, Time: 9:00am, Dept: A. The address of the court is same as noted above; 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the Pacific Sun, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Marin. DATED: DEC 18, 2018 Andrew E. Sweet Judge of the Superior Court James M Kim Court Executive Officer MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT By E. Chais, Deputy (December 26 of 2018, January 2, 9, 16 of 2019 Republished with corrections: January 30, February 6, 13, 20)

By Amy Alkon

Q:

I’m dating this new woman. I like her a lot, but she keeps complaining that I still have pictures of my ex-girlfriend on my wall, saying that it makes her uncomfortable, especially when we’re having sex. I was with my ex for a while, and we lived together. They’re just pictures. What’s the big deal?—Irritated

A:

There’s a place for the photographic Museum of Relationships Past, but it isn’t the area around your bed. Actual human beings have feelings.

They long to be treated with dignity—to be given the sense that others value them and care about how they make them feel. This would be reflected, for example, in replacing what probably looks like a shrine to the ex with pix of your other, less inflammatory loves, like your family’s late Rottweiler.

It’s possible that you have some sort of empathy gap—something keeping you from the usually automatic “fellow feeling.” This is a way researchers have described the sort of empathy that involves “emotional contagion”—“catching” and then feeling an emotion another person’s feeling, to some degree.

Research by C. Daniel Batson suggests that trying to feel what another person is feeling leads us to have empathy, “which has been found to evoke altruistic motivation.” This means that it motivates a person to behave in kind and compassionate ways. In contrast, though imagining how we would feel if we were in the other person’s shoes produces empathy, too, the researchers found that it also produces “personal distress, which has been found to evoke egoistic motivation”—which is to say, “Me! Me! Me! All about me!”

In general, treating other people as if their feelings matter—even when you don’t share their feelings or think they’re entirely legit—makes for far happier relationships.

If you aren't interested in putting in the work to show empathy, you can still have a relationship, but with an atypical partner. Your best bet is probably a Boston fern— specifically one advertised to have “durable plastic leaves that are resistant to fading.”

Q:

Do men fall in love at first sight more than women do? My male friend says it’s mostly men who’ll see a woman from across a room or subway platform and fall for her. Yeah, I know that happens. Don’t women do this, too?

Like, a lot?—Wondering Dude

A:

A guy’s claim of “love at first sight” plays better with the ladies than “I wanted to spend eternity with your boobs.” Research by psychologists Andrew Galperin and Martie Haselton finds that men, far more often than women, report experiencing “love at first sight.” However, they conceded that “some men might be reporting some episodes of sheer sexual desire as ‘love at first sight.’” (Ya think?)

This sex difference in love at first sight aligns with the different pressures ancestral men and women had to contend with to survive and pass on their genes.

Because women alone get pregnant from sex, female emotions evolved to push women to take the slow route in mating—to assess a man over time for his level of commitment and character—lest a woman end up with a baby daddy who’s all “Beep, beep! I’m outta here” like the Roadrunner.

Men, on the other hand, have an evolved sexual business model of volume and variety (kind of like Walmart). However, because ancestral men could bolt right after sex and still have a chance of leaving surviving descendants, it was in men’s evolutionary interest to hook up with an endless parade of hot-erellas. As I often mention, female features we think of as beautiful—like youth, clear skin, an hourglass figure and pillowy lips—are actually cues of health and fertility. So not surprisingly, male mating imperatives evolved to be visually motivated—“Do you look like the woman for me?”— in a way female ones did not.

Ultimately, though evolved male mating psychology is pushing you—even today—to be eyeball-driven, understanding its origins can help you be mindful to take a step back and put in the time to explore a woman’s character—which just may help keep you from jumping into a relationship with some woman who turns out to be an extremely hot sociopath.

Got a problem? Write Amy Alkon at 171 Pier Ave. #280, Santa Monica, CA 90405, or email adviceamy@aol.com. @amyalkon on Twitter. Weekly radio show, blogtalkradio.com/amyalkon

Astrology

For the week of January 30

ARIES (March 21–April 19) Here are your

fortune-cookie-style horoscopes for the next five months. FEBRUARY: You’ll be invited to make a pivotal transition in the history of your relationship with your most important life goals. It should be both fun and daunting! MARCH: Don’t waste time and energy trying to coax others to haul away the junk and the clutter. Do it yourself. APRIL: The growing pains should feel pretty good. Enjoy the uncanny stretching sensations. MAY: It’ll be a favorable phase to upgrade your personal finances.

Think richer thoughts. Experiment with new ideas about money. JUNE: Build two strong bridges for every rickety bridge you burn. Create two vital connections for every stale connection you leave behind.

TAURUS (April 20–May 20) Here are your

fortune-cookie-style horoscopes for the next five months.

FEBRUARY: You have access to a semi-awkward magic that will serve you well if you don’t complain about its semi-awkwardness. MARCH: To increase your clout and influence, your crucial first step is to formulate a strong intention to do just that. The universe will then work on your behalf. APRIL: Are you ready to clean messes and dispose of irrelevancies left over from the past? Yes! MAY: You can have almost anything you want if you resolve to use it for the greatest good. JUNE: Maintain rigorous standards, but don’t be a fanatic. Strive for excellence without getting bogged down in a counterproductive quest for perfection.

GEMINI (May 21–June 20) Here are your fortune-cookie-style horoscopes for the next five months. FEBRUARY: Be alert for vivid glimpses of your best possible future. The power of self-fulfilling prophecy is even stronger than usual. MARCH: High integrity and ethical rigor are crucial to your success—and so is a longing for sacred adventure.

APRIL: How can you make the best use of your likability? MAY: Cheerfully dismantle an old system or structure to make way for a sparkling new system or structure. JUNE: Beginner’s luck will be yours if you choose the right place to begin. What’s a bit intimidating but very exciting?

CANCER (June 21–July 22) Here are your fortune-cookie-style horoscopes for the next five months.

FEBRUARY: Your sensual magnetism peaks at the same time as your spiritual clarity. MARCH: You want toasted ice? Succulent fire? Earthy marvels? Homey strangeness?

All of that is within reach. APRIL: Sow the seeds of the most interesting success you can envision. Your fantasy of what’s possible should thrill your imagination, not merely satisfy your sense of duty. MAY: Deadline time.

Be as decisive and forthright as an Aries, as bold as a Sagittarius, as systematic as a Capricorn. JUNE: Go wading in the womb-temperature ocean of emotion, but be mindful of the undertow.

LEO (July 23–August 22) Here are your

fortune-cookie-style horoscopes for the next five months. FEBRUARY: There’s a general amnesty in all matters regarding your relationships. Cultivate truces and forgiveness. MARCH: Drop fixed ideas you might have about what’s possible and what’s not. Be keenly open to unexpected healings. APRIL: Wander out into the frontiers. Pluck goodies that have been off-limits. Consider the value of ignoring certain taboos. MAY: Sacrifice a small comfort so as to energize your ambitions. JUNE: Take a stand in behalf of your beautiful ideals and sacred truths.

VIRGO (August 23–September 22) Here are your fortune-cookie-style horoscopes for the next five months. FEBRUARY: Master the Zen of constructive anger. Express your complaints in a holy cause. MARCH: You finally get a message you’ve been waiting to receive for a long time.

Hallelujah! APRIL: Renew your most useful vows.

Sign a better contract. Come to a more complete agreement. MAY: Don’t let your preconceptions inhibit you from having a wildly good time. JUNE: Start your own club, band, organization or business.

Or reinvent and reinvigorate your current one.

LIBRA (September 23–October 22) Here are your fortune-cookie-style horoscopes for the next five months. FEBRUARY: Be open to romantic or erotic

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adventures that are different from how love has worked in the past. MARCH: You’ll be offered interesting, productive problems. Welcome them! APRIL: Can you explore what’s experimental and fraught with interesting uncertainty even as you stay well-grounded?

Yes! MAY: You can increase your power by not hiding your weakness. People will trust you most if you show your vulnerability. A key to this season’s model of success is the ability to calmly express profound emotion. JUNE: Wild cards and x-factors and loopholes will be more available than usual. Don’t be shy about using them.

SCORPIO (October 23–November 21) Here are your fortune-cookie-style horoscopes for the next five months. FEBRUARY: The world may finally be ready to respond favorably to the power you’ve been storing up. MARCH: Everything you thought you knew about love and lust turns out to be too limited. So expand your expectations and capacities! APRIL: Extremism and obsession can be useful in moderation. MAY: Invisible means of support will become visible. Be alert for half-hidden help. JUNE: Good questions: What do other people find valuable about you? How can you enhance what’s valuable about you?

SAGITTARIUS (November 22–December 21) Here are your fortune-cookie-style horoscopes for the next five months. FEBRUARY: You’ll have the need and opportunity to accomplish some benevolent hocus-pocus. For best results, upgrade your magical powers. MARCH: Make sure the Turning Point happens in your power spot or on your home turf.

APRIL: You should be willing to go anywhere, ask any question and even risk your pride if necessary so as to coax your most important relationships into living up to their potentials. MAY: If at first you don’t succeed, change the definition of success. JUNE: You can achieve more through negotiation and compromise than you could by pushing heedlessly ahead in service to your single-minded vision.

CAPRICORN (December 22–January 19)

Here are your fortune-cookie-style horoscopes for the next five months. FEBRUARY: A new phase of your education will begin when you acknowledge how much you have to learn. MARCH: Initiate diplomatic discussions about the Things That Never Get Talked About. APRIL: Revise your ideas about your dream home and your dream community. MAY: You have the power to find healing for your oldest lovesickness.

If you do find it, intimacy will enter a new Golden Age. JUNE: Solicit an ally’s ingenuity to help you improvise a partial solution to a complex problem.

AQUARIUS (January 20–February 18) Here are your fortune-cookie-style horoscopes for the next five months. FEBRUARY: Start a new trend that will serve your noble goals for years to come. MARCH: Passion comes back into fashion with a tickle and a shiver and a whoosh. APRIL: As you expand and deepen your explorations, call on the metaphorical equivalents of both a telescope and a microscope. MAY: This is the beginning of the end of what you love to complain about. Hooray!

JUNE: You’ll have an abundance of good reasons to celebrate the fact that you are the least normal sign in the zodiac. Celebrate your idiosyncrasies!

PISCES (February 19–March 20) Here are

your fortune-cookie-style horoscopes for the next five months. FEBRUARY: You’ll have a knack for enhancing the way you express yourself and present yourself. The inner you and the outer you will become more unified.

MARCH: You’ll discover two original new ways to get excited. APRIL: Be bold as you make yourself available for a deeper commitment that will spawn more freedom. MAY: What are the gaps in your education?

Make plans to mitigate your most pressing area of ignorance. JUNE: Your body’s ready to tell you secrets that your mind has not yet figured out. Listen well.

Go to realastrology.com to check out Rob Brezsny’s Expanded Weekly Audio Horoscopes and Daily Text Message Horoscopes. Audio horoscopes are also available by phone at 1.877.873.4888 or 1.800.350.7700.

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