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Writer Kirsten Jones Neff interviews the teenage organizers of the recent Marin City protest and delves into the history of the community.
The latest trends in home design, an inspirational home in Kentfield and a dreamy garden in Healdsburg.
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Dreaming of your next epic vacation?
These avian armchair adventures in Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica should tide you over.
Currents
Giving birth during COVID-19, dispelling murder hornet rumors, updates on local wildlife and a new beverage round up.
Sporty Summer
Items that can be found locally that will help you make the most of summer days and keep you looking good too.
A look into the new three-story building dedicated to the expanding Restoration Hardware empire at the Village.
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Listings of Marin and San Francisco restaurants — most of them offering delivery or takeout options.
A vibrant one-story with charming touches in San Rafael’s Lincoln Hill neighborhood. Letter from the Editor
Marin City Matters — see page 26
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We advisor to meet you, no matter where you are on life’s journey.
Hold on for the ride. We are in the middle of a national paradigm shift to shake up systems that have been unfair and daily habits that could allow a deadly virus to kill you or a loved one. I think it’s fair to say, everything just feels different. As we all slowly emerge from our shelters our world is con tinuing to evolve. This is the Summer of Change.
Nationally, the Black Lives Matter movement was re-ignited by a gut-wrenching video of police bru tality, again. Prompting the city of Minneapolis, where the video was shot, to be the first to ban the use of choke holds. After a national outpouring of frustration, the ripple has made it to Marin, where thousands of us donned protective masks, made signs, checked our privilege and peacefully pro tested in support of Black Lives Matter. On page 26, contributor Kirsten Jones Neff, reports on the creation of the Marin City Matters peaceful pro test, and how the racial inequity flourished here in part because of former laws only allowing whites to buy property in Marin. By chance we were able to feature, Cameron Cressman’s beautiful photo graphs that captured the hope and intent of those who attended.
There are so many changes happening around the country, it’s hard to keep up. Journalists and schol ars with The Black Lives Matter movement have brought the racist origins of our country's police force into the daylight, so progress is being made. The aforementioned ban on chokeholds, cities reduced police budgets (Los Angeles), Walmart stopped selling guns, and Juneteenth became a paid holiday for companies like Twitter, Nike and Vox Media. HBO removed Gone with the Wind, Nascar removed the Confederate flag, NFL Com missioner Roger Goodell said the league "was wrong" for not listening to players' criticisms of racism in and out of the NFL. Excuse me, Mr. Goodell, are you forgetting someone? Anyway, the point I'm trying to make was probably made best
by the mayor of Washington DC, Muriel Bowser, who is being sued, for her actions earlier in the month when she painted Black Lives Matter in huge yellow letters, for all to see (including astro nauts), near the White House.
Meanwhile, here in Marin, I believe we are try ing to do our best. After sending out warnings of looting after the aforementioned peaceful protest, Tiburon Police Chief Michael Cronin apologized for his word choice. After an apology and hours long review by Mill Valley’s City Council, Sashi McEntee is keeping her title as Mayor. The city also voted to improve diversity, inclusion and civic engage ment across several city departments as well as strengthen partnerships with programs in Marin City to support educational overlap between Mill Valley and the Sausalito Marin City School District.
Baby steps. Now what do we do about Sir Francis Drake? Statues, street names, school districts are foundational in our psyche, we grow up with these names as part of our collective identity. Let’s all try to listen, be patient and respectful as we ponder our county’s responsibilities to our entire community.
Doing what we can here at Marin Magazine, we are excited to offer a way you can help make a difference to kids in Marin City. In our last issue, we mentioned the first annual Marin Decathlon in response to the cancellation of the Olympics. For every person who completes five of the ath letic challenges we listed and tags us along with #2020MarinOlympics on Instagram, Make it Bet ter Media, our parent company, will donate $100 to PlayMarin, an organization mentioned on page tk. We want 2020 to be the Summer of positive change here in Marin, and it starts by taking care of our community. As always we welcome your feed back (all forms!). We hope to see you out on the trails, at a safe distance.
As we search for how to do better, we can create a new normal, together
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protest would be used for looting and loss of property? Dog whistling their warning to all the white people living in Tiburon “to avoid using Hwy 101 South of Tiburon Blvd exit” at the time of the protest?? WHAT SOURCES??!! –Marybeth McFarland
Having just received the May 2020 print edition of Marin Magazine, I was disappointed to read that you are moving much of your content to digital. I’m sure this is a financial decision and I can understand that. However, since I have spent more time looking at screens over the past weeks than ever, it is a relief to pick up a printed magazine and casually peruse and read the content — wherever I want. I much prefer print — especially now — your magazine provides that respite for me; away from Zoom, my Kindle (oh for a printed book!), FaceTime, the news, email, YouTube, etc, etc. Furthermore, the digital zines get buried in the email, and sometimes it’s just not worth finding them again. Please consider this concern for some of us whose preference is to hold a real item — printed and beautiful. Thank you.
–Judy FrumkinI’d like to see an article highlighting the three young black women who organized the protest at Marin City Tuesday in support of George Floyd and against racism. Young college educated women improving the lives of their Community. And find out what sources did the Tiburon Police Department use in their Twitter message insinuating the
I am a long time subscriber of your great magazine and wanted to thank you for all the work that goes into each issue. I usually find several articles in each issue that I find valuable, entertaining, and/ or informative. I know that you went to press before the Memorial Day murder of George Floyd, and I’m sure you will address it in the future. I feel now is the perfect time to give more focus to the needs of the communities of color here in Marin. As to what I’m doing this summer? I am going to look for charities such as ‘Bags of Love’ for Marin City, and the Marin City Health and Wellness Center, and the Marin City Community Services District. These are the programs I want to focus on as well as looking for volunteer opportunities to help those families that don’t have the advantages many of us in Marin have right now. I know your magazine supports many organizations through the Marin Community Foundation, and I am grateful that you include these important charities in your magazine. I am guilty of not participating as fully as I could in being a voice for change but that ends now. Thank you for the ideas of how to help those less fortunate. I don’t think there’s a more worthwhile activity for me this summer. –Arnette Davis
Thank you so much for the article (William Kent’s Marin, November 2016) I had forgotten asking you about it, so its arrival was a happy surprise. I am William Kent’s only living descendant who actually
saw him, but my memory of the old man is awfully vague by now. My earliest memory was after he suffered his first stroke, and he did not last long after that. My cousin Molly erred a bit in recounting how good a shot either AEK or WK was. To my recollection AEK was indeed a passable shot, but WK was thought to be one the top ten shots in the United States in his time, whether with pistol, rifle or shotgun. One of his favorite tricks was to place a spent .22 shell on the end of his .22 rifle, toss the empty into the air, and shoot it as it reached the top of its arc. He could do that 9 out of 10 times, I was told. Thank you again so much for going to the trouble to dredge up the article. Really appreciate it!
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In the Top Gram section on page 28 of the April 2020 edition of Marin Magazine, the caption is misleading about the rediscovery of the Tule elk. It implies that the Tule elk were rediscovered in Tomales Point in 1874 after their alleged extinction. In reality, the Tule elk were rediscovered by a rancher in Bakersfield in 1874, then reintroduced to Tomales Point in 1978 after government conservation efforts. I hope this clarifies the information. –Anonymous
In our June 2020 issue we identified Scott Ellison as the sole photog rapher of the Front Steps Project article. This was wrong, photogra pher Amy Perl took three photos on the opening page of the feature.
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Through his markets, Mike Stone has been helping nourish residents for decades. Lately, he’s also been feeding hearts and souls. Like many philanthropists, he has stepped up support for our community, and the MarinHealth SM team who serves it.
Mike has been invaluable in helping us deliver care during the COVID-19 pandemic. He funded two negative pressure tents to safely treat potential virus patients, and fed our care teams for weeks with donated box lunches. His contributions over the years have inspired many others to give so MarinHealth can serve our community well.
Learn more about Mike’s story—and how you can contribute—at www.MyMarinHealth.org/Healing
Yes, the Olympics are cancelled, but you can still go for gold in the Marin Magazine Decathlon. Grab your mask, competitive spirit and tag us @marinmagazine and/or #2020MarinOlympics as you hike the Dipsea trail, walk the length of Stinson Beach, and partake in a number of other challenges we cooked up while helping the community. Anyone able to complete five of these items by the end of July will earn $100 that will go to PlayMarin. PlayMarin is a Marin City non profit focused on making Marin a more inclusive place through play. The $100 donations will be made by Noyes Family Foundation on behalf of Make it Better Media Group with a maximum of $5,000. But wait — there’s more. Winners will also be featured on our community podium for all to celebrate and be announced in the August issue. Go Marin!
Lisa Boquiren Writer, Spaces Trends (p.51)
What is your process for choosing items to feature? Curiosity and discovery are integral to my process which tends to be organic. I'm always looking for products to feature, and I love getting to know the designers, artisans and craftspeople behind the objects. For this issue of Gallery, I selected objects from SkLO from Healdsburg, Tuell & Reynolds from Cloverdale and Studio Pagani, whose studio and workshop in Brooklyn Navy Yards I've had the pleasure of visiting. These small, US-based design businesses that I have been following for years are an integral part of our design ecosystem, and I am honored to be able to share their stories.
Is there a particular place you've been dreaming about revisiting during shelter-in-place?
This period has reinforced living in the moment; although I've enjoyed having more time to be in a creative headspace. Looking ahead, I am excited at the thought of a classic road trip, more for the experience, not the destination.
Mo DeLong Photographer, Currents mural (p.24)What kind of images have you been capturing during shelter-in-place?
I'm fortunate to live in Marin where there are many beautiful hiking trails within walking distance. I've taken many photos of the shoreline, wild spring flowers, redwoods and fellow hikers. I've also volunteered with Feed the Frontlines to provide images for their social media. During the shelter-in-place, I have been obsessed with my vegetable garden and have shot many photos of the growing tomatoes, cucumbers and squash. I would take pics of my adult kids, but they are so over it. Lots of rolling eyes and sighs.
What did you learn from photographing Hill 88? I've learned that there are a lot of raw talented artists out there and find Hill 88 a perfect canvas for them. The juxtaposition of the graffiti and the beautiful Headlands makes for a dramatic scene.
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Kirsten Jones Neff Writer, Marin City Matters (p.26)
What resonated with you the most while working on this story?
What struck me in speaking with Mikyla Williams, the Marin City teen whose text to her mentor Paul Austin instigated the Marin City protest, was the power that a single person, no matter their age, has to create a movement when they act on their beliefs.
What do you think is Marin's biggest challenge when it comes to racial equality?
I would say complacency is the primary problem. No one in Marin thinks of themselves as racist. We consider ourselves progressive, yet we have been complacent, and we have accepted the segregation and economic disparities here in our own community.
Ann Wycoff Writer, Birds of Paradise (p.62)Do you have a favorite bird or favorite bird story?
My love for birds started when I lived in Bali and was obsessed with the Greater Bird of Paradise as the colorful males do incredible mating dances. My photo safari in Mayakoba Mexico took my passion to the next level and seeing a oseate Spoonbill was rad.
Did shelter-in-place reignite your curiosity about birds?
In San Diego I live near a heron- and egret-filled estuary and my backyard has been a sanctuary while sheltering in place. We’ve had bird nests with babies and lots of hummingbirds, warblers, hawks and hooded orioles.
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It wasn’t just birds that people became more curious about during shelter-in-place. This article — which appeared in our November 2018 issue — has been ranking in our top 10 stories regularly. It has also been widely shared and saved on social media.
Instead of our normal top five weekly suggestions of things to do, in the wake of George Floyd’s murder and the ensuing protests, we listed ways that readers could help and increase edudution on racism in America. If you have more ideas for how we can best use our platform, or stories to pitch, please contact us.
You've seen his writing in our pages over the years — KPIX sportscaster and Marin resident Vern Glenn shared his thoughts about racism in the county and what it’s like being one of 0.32 % of Black people living in Mill Valley. We received many comments and emails from readers thanking Glenn for telling his story.
NATIONAL BURGER DAY
National Burger Day was on May 28th and Sabrina Tuton-Filson wrote about 15 restaurants throughout the county that serve celebration-worthy patties. From melty to meatless, there was something for everyone and the Instagram post received close to 30 comments.
After months of being cooped up we knew that most county residents were excited to see parks, beaches and businesses begin to open, so for the first time in nearly three months we were able to suggest hikes to take and restaurants that were open for outdoor dining. This post received over 200 likes on Instagram.
We sat down with Fanny Singer to discuss her new book, Always Home: A Daughter’s Recipes & Stories. The post received over 150 likes on Instagram and was shared widely.
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Hurray! The dreaded “murder hornets” do not pose an immediate danger to our honey bees. This and more community news on the following pages.
A couple months ago, a handful of insects appeared in the Pacific Northwest and caused quite a buzz — after all, with a nickname of “murder hornet,” how could they not. The Asian giant hornets that people spotted have venom that is toxic and can cause great pain. Rarely, it can cause death. Aside from this, the hornets, which can be about two inches long, are a predator of honey bees.
So do Bay Area residents have much to worry about? Not really according to Bonnie Morse, owner of Bonnie Bee & Company and longtime member of the Marin Beekeeper Club. “Entomologists think the news is getting overblown,” Morse says. “And even if they are able to establish a population in Washington, I can’t see them making it to the Bay Area in my lifetime unless someone brings them here.” Morse explains that the hornets can be a problem to the Asian honey bee, in part because those bees don’t tolerate smaller entrances, which can make the colony easier to defend. “We were visiting a bee researcher in Chiang Mai, Thailand last December. At one of his research apiaries, all the Asian honey bee colonies had been decimated by the giant hornets, but the European honey bee colonies survived. The difference? Likely the reduced entrance sizes of the European honey bee colonies.”
In other local pollinator news, FireSAFE Marin has embraced the need to address both fire prevention and loss of biodiversity. The loss of pollinators could impact fire prevention with pollination favored by wind pollination, which includes pines, grasses and other greenery that tends to be more fire prone. For a video on how we can better prepare for fire while also protecting biodiversity and more about Bay Area bees, go online to marinmagazine.com
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BY KASIA PAWLOWSKABoochcraft California’s first hard kombucha brewery, Boochcraft features zesty flavors like ginger lime, grapefruit hibis cus and apple jasmine that are crafted with fruit that’s fresh-pressed in-house. All Boochcraft beverages are organic, vegan and contain no fake flavors. To top it off, the company is 1% for the planet — mean ing at least one percent of annual sales go toward environmental causes — and is the number one composter in the city of Chula Vista. boochcraft.com
San Diego’s JuneShine works with the National Forest Foundation by planting trees to replace those used to make its cartons, and its brewery is powered with one hundred percent renewable energy. JuneShine drinks come in flavors like blood orange mint, honey ginger lemon and acai berry among others and contain 6% alcohol by volume (ABV). In June, the company launched two flavors of JuneShine 100 — 100 calorie slimmer cans with just one gram of sugar. Two hour home delivery is available in the Bay Area. juneshine.com
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Hailing from Hood River, Oregon, KYLA Hard Kombucha is brewed from a SCOBY — symbiotic culture of bac teria and yeast — and comes in flavors like ginger tangerine, hibiscus lime, and pink grapefruit. Drinks contain live cultures, do not require refrigeration, have 100 calories, 4.5% ABV and 2 grams of sugar.
In April KYLA launched Sunbreak Series, seasonal flavors like lavender lemonade and coconut crush that are the result, in part, of KYLA’s newly installed, state-of-the-art pilot system from Portland Kettle Works — a five-barrel steam jacketed brew system with three 10-barrel fermenters and five one-barrel fermenters. kylakombucha.com
Crafted in Chicago, Luna Bay is a female-founded hard kombucha brand that is distributed in Illinois, California and other select states across the nation. The three core flavors — Palo Santo blueberry, hibiscus lavender and ginger lemon — are naturally fermented to 6% ABV and made with Yerba Mate tea and all non-GMO ingredients. Luna Bay Booch products are glutenfree, vegan and low in sugar — the company is also 1% for the Planet. Find it at Whole Foods and many other grocers across the nation. lunabaybooch.com
After starting Novo Brewery in 2014, Tiago Carneiro set out to make alco holic drinks in a more natural way and launched Chula Vista-based Nova Easy Kombucha. Nova Easy Kombucha is gluten-free, vegan-friendly, probiotic, contains 6% ABV and comes in flavors like mango and ginger, peach and passionfruit and orange brunch. The newest seasonal flavor, sexy pina colada, features organic pineapple juice and coconut water, as well as a little extra alcohol, bring it to 8% ABV. novakombucha.com
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) launched the #CallYourPediatrician campaign to en courage parents to schedule check-ups for children of all ages, noting that it is particularly important for parents to stay current with available vaccines even now. “As states begin to open up and families move about in their community, we are afraid that we could see outbreaks of measles, whooping cough and other diseases that can spread very rapidly and be deadly for children,” said AAP President Sally Goza, M.D., FAAP in a statement. We checked in with Nikki Clifford, Fairfax mom of two, who had her daughter Sydney, in early January.
It’s one of the most intense situations I’ve ever had to deal with and it’s bringing up so much anxiety. I’m try
ing to work while also taking care of Sydney’s needs and home schooling my Kindergartener. I feel like I’m working multiple jobs day and night. Syd obviously can’t wear a mask so we’re trying not to leave the house as much which intensifies the anxiety. Only short walks in the neighbor hood and some days we don’t leave at all which makes us all feel trapped. On the other hand, I’m so grateful that I’ve basically gotten more time with her when I would have her in daycare otherwise and I get to spend time with my oldest. It’s somehow also a blessing even though it’s super hard. There are moments that we all laugh and have fun on a family walk on a beautiful weekday and I’m grateful that we’re healthy, safe and together during a crazy uncertain time.
Did your pediatrician advice any precautions ?
Yes, she didn’t want us to come into the office dur ing the first few months. I will also be doing a virtual four month well check with the doctor by video and again, delaying the vaccines. I know she’s not being
exposed to anything during shelter-in-place, so I’m not too concerned and neither is my pediatrician.
What safe activities have you found help to beat cabin fever with a newborn at home?
We've been trying to have outdoor time by putting a blanket on our front yard grass or bring her bassinet on the deck while my oldest plays. Also, short walks through the immedi ate neighborhood only. We also now have way more indoor baby contraptions and toys than we would have otherwise (swing, bouncy seat, multiple playmats, bassinets). We have babywear around the house for naps or while I stand in my kitchen to work on my laptop. Also, like everyone else, I now make things from scratch that I used to buy like homemade bread, almond milk, cookies, muffins.
“There are moments that we all laugh and have fun on a family walk on a beautiful weekday and I’m grateful that we’re healthy, safe and together during a crazy uncertain time,” Clifford says.
Even though it seems like life slowed down for the majority of us as shelter-in-place went into effect, that memo was not received by the world of nature. WildCare’s Wildlife Hospital has been incredibly busy during the COVID-19 pandemic. In just one day recently it admitted 38 animals needing care. “This is partially because people are home to see and rescue the animals that fall from nests, fly into windows, or get caught by cats,” says Alison Hemance, Director of Communications at WildCare. “It’s also because people are doing yard and garden projects just at the moment that animals need our yards, trees and bushes to raise their young.” As restrictions lift, Wild Care anticipates seeing more patients as human activity increases — don’t let this become deadly for wildlife. Here are some ways you can help from our friends at WildCare. For more tips, go online to marinmagazine.com/wildcare discoverwildcare.org
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1. Drive more slowly and watch the road for animals. Animals have become accustomed to less traffic and quieter roads. Young animals born within the past three months have never even seen “normal” traffic patterns.
2. Buildings have been empty, offering tempting places for nesting and denning. Especially warehouses and industrial build ings, but also many retail spaces have been empty for months. If you find birds nest ing in eaves or on overhangs, please use other walkways or doors until the babies have fledged.
3. Hiking or biking? Watch the trail for animals like fledgling birds, slugs and lizards. Please remember that these trails have been virtually empty of cyclists and hikers for months and animals got used to that. Ride and hike with care.
How to Help Local Wildlife as COVID-19 Restrictions Lift. BY KASIA PAWLOWSKA
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As an incentive for one of our Marin Decathlon adventures, we are taking a closer look at the historical and one might say stunning Hill 88 site in the Marin Headlands. Natural beauty aside, the “stun” factor can apply to the array of concrete buildings decorated with impressive graffiti. The Nike site SF-88 was built to deploy the Nike Hercules missiles that had a range of 87 miles. Obviously, they were never used, but remain today as a reminder of the fearful days of the Cold War. Today, at 1,053 feet above sea level and about a three-mile hike from the Rodeo Beach parking lot, this collection of thought pro voking graffiti art is set amidst world class views and is just one of the meaningful destinations we encourage you to explore this summer. Flora and fauna abound on this hike — expect to see yellow Sticky Monkey Flower, Coyote Brush, Indian paintbrush and blue Pennyroyal in bloom. With regards to the fauna, you might see a bobcat, coyote, plenty of bunnies and because of the location near the Golden Gate Bridge you will see nearly twenty different types of raptors including hawks, eagles, falcons and osprey.
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night, May 29th, when 16-year-old Tamalpais High School student and Marin City resident Mikyla Williams decided it was time to take action. The previous Monday, George Floyd had been killed, slowly and brutally by a police officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota. As the nation watched a video of Floyd’s death, the dam broke and outrage grew; citi zens across the United States had reached a tipping point with racial injustice and police brutality. That week, as people took to the streets to demand accountability for the Black lives lost to police and vigilante brutality sheltered by systemic racism, Williams watched. Although she describes herself as someone who is not normally an organizer, she knew she needed to do something in her hometown of Marin City. Her first step was to write to her longtime mentor, Marin City community leader Paul Austin. “I was watching the protests and wanted something to happen in my community, so I wrote a text, just asking Paul, is anyone organizing anything?” says Williams. “Paul said no, nothing was organized, and he put me in touch with two other women, Lynnette Egenlauf and Ayana Morgan-Woodard, and we set up a group text and started planning.” That was the seed of what would grow into a powerful 1,500 plus person protest four days later in Marin City, a historically Black community in predominantly White Marin County.
Across the country young people have taken an unrelenting lead in call ing for social justice. They have used their technical skills to amplify their moral authority, creating marches and protests in small suburban neighborhoods, through major city streets, around plazas and across bridges. In Marin City, Tamalpais High student Williams, Willow Creek Academy P.E. teacher Egenlauf, and Tuskegee University student Morgan-Woodard, turned to mentors and fellow community activists to support their vision. Austin, who is CEO and founder of Marin Citybased nonprofit PlayMarin and a mentor to all three young women, was elemental in encouraging them to take the reins. “It was time for the youth to lead,” says Austin. “They were like, Oh, you’re not going to attach your organization to the march? And I was like, no, this is about the youth leading this, I’m just going to help you guys make sure you have what you need.”
After the three organizers connected and determined that the event would happen in Marin City on the following Tuesday, June 2nd, they got to work. “I had a rough draft outline, where and when this should happen,” says Mikyla, “And then we added to it together and created a pretty detailed plan of what we wanted to happen.” Over the weekend the team designed flyers and posted them around town and on social media. Meanwhile, Austin supported their work, making T-shirts and promoting the event through his own social media platforms and texts. He also reached out to speakers with Marin City roots, includ ing Sekyiwa Shakur, Tupac Shakur’s sister and director of the the Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation, Voice of the Youth founder Berry Accius and Malachia Hoover, a current PhD candidate at Stanford’s Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine.
As the event date grew nearer, word spread and momentum built, but still, the organizers had no idea how many people would show up. “I hoped it would have a good turnout, but I had never led anything before,” says Williams. “I’ve always been more of a supporter, in the audi ence, not a leader, so when I got to the parking lot on Tuesday and I turned around and saw so many more people still pouring in for the pro test, I couldn’t believe it.”
Protesters met at the Gateway Shopping Center in Marin City. The racially-integrated crowd carried homemade signs: “Say Their Names,” “Black Lives Matter,” “Marin City Matters,” “I Can’t Breath” and “No Puedo Respirar,” among many other slogans calling for social justice. The marchers chanted “No justice, No peace,” as they walked a short distance to gather in front of the Bridge the Gap College Prep office buildings on Drake Avenue. At that point pro test and community leaders spoke about police brutality, White privilege, systemic racism and getting out the vote for November. “My body is shutting down from fear and pain. From memo ries of our childhood. I need us, everyone, to know that we are special!” said an emotional
“IT WAS TIME FOR THE YOUTH TO LEAD,” SAYS AUSTIN. “THEY WERE LIKE, OH, YOU’RE NOT GOING TO ATTACH YOUR ORGANIZATION TO THE MARCH? AND I WAS LIKE, NO, THIS IS ABOUT THE YOUTH LEADING, I’M JUST GOING TO HELP YOU GUYS MAKE SURE YOU HAVE WHAT YOU NEED.”
Sekyiwa Shakur, who grew up with her brother, in Marin City. Protest leader Ayana MorganWoodard asked the crowd to breathe deeply and pause for a moment of silence, honoring George Floyd and so many others who have been killed by racism, including, most recently, Georgia resident Ahmed Aubrey and Kentucky resident Breonna Taylor.
In the first weeks of June, thousands of Marinites of all races have donned decorated masks, made signs and peacefully walked streets and plazas, often kneeling for 8 minutes 46 seconds, the time it took the officer kneel ing on Floyd’s neck to kill him. The protests revealed a significant portion of the county’s population that is ready to take to the streets and demand changes to disrupt the foundations of systemic racism, but it would be difficult to find a Marin community that has lived with the obstacles and pain of unexamined racism, day after day, year after year, in the way the Marin City community has. The death of George Floyd struck close to home for the residents of this long-segregated city set in one of the nation’s wealthiest and whitest counties. The commu nity, once a racially-integrated town built to house the Sausalito shipyard workers during World War II, became a primarily AfricanAmerican enclave after the war when White former shipyard workers were able to purchase
homes in surrounding Marin suburbs, making investments that would lead to generational wealth for their families, while discriminatory real estate covenants prevented the Black community from buying property outside of Marin City. In spite of municipal racial zoning being deemed unconstitutional in 1917, legally-enforceable covenants with racially restrictive language were put on property deeds and held up by neighbor hood associations, real estate boards, and other organizations. They were outlawed in 1948, but many private parties still adhered to them until the passage of the national Fair Housing Act in 1968. Additionally, when the shipyard jobs dried up, Black workers had more difficulty finding jobs than their White counterparts due to prevalent racial prejudice. The combination led to an intractable economic disparity that persists today.
PlayMarin’s CEO Paul Austin grew up in Marin City and returned to the community in 2004 to become director of the Marin City Recreation Center. As a teen at Tamalpais High School, he had thrived on sports teams, and believed that many of his social and leadership skills were developed through team activities. However, upon returning to his com munity he noticed that the youth of Marin City were being left behind as the surrounding privileged communities increasingly turned to expensive travel and club teams for sports and other extracurricular activities. He founded PlayMarin to close what he calls the “activities gap,” aiming to give underprivileged Marin City kids an opportunity to build on team experiences, and also offering racially integrated teams for kids of all races. COUNTY
Left to right: Historical photo of kids playing in Marin City; Front cover of The Marin-er, a Marinship publication, Marin County, August 5, 1944; Community meeting in Marin City, California, circa 1963
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“I worked in public and in private schools in Marin County, and I just wanted Marin City kids to have some of those same opportunities, activi ties after school that they can take part in and to learn leadership and to be part of a team,” says Austin. “We are super segregated, here, but the rest of Marin still feels like it doesn’t affect them. Here in Marin County kids are lined up after school — they’re going to Chess Club, they’re doing drama, they’re playing sports. Kids in Marin City deserve to have the same opportunities.” One of Austin’s big pushes is for space and updated buildings for youth, and he has forged partnerships with groups such as the Warriors and basketball star and coach Jennifer Azzi’s Azzi Academy to fund and make improvements in his students’ facilities. “We have a ball field here, but it’s outdated. You can’t even play on it. It’s 20 years old, it has rocks in it, it’s uneven. If you look at every other county, everyone else has turf that kids can go play on, that feels good. We have our rec center, which is 75 years old, and there’s no room to do anything. There’s no room for a makers’ space, arts and crafts. There’s no space. Just imagine grow ing up in Marin City, and you are looking at everything else that sparkles in all the other communities.”
While Marin County is known as a progressive, politically liberal com munity, statistics about how we live tell a different story. In 2009, the U.S. Department of Housing and Development (HUD) investigated why Marin’s two largest minority populations, African-Americans and Latinos, were geographically concentrated in just two neighborhoods (Marin City and the Canal District of San Rafael, where the majority of
the Latinx population lives) and these neighbor hoods are the most impoverished communities in the county. Then, just two years ago, in 2019, the Sausalito-Marin City School district was investigated for violating California equal pro tection laws and was ordered to desegregate by the 2020-21 school year. The glaring dis parities between our predominantly White communities and our communities of color — and the racist history and economic system that created and perpetuates them — are a good place for Marin County residents who would like to examine their own privilege to begin, says Austin.
For decades, Black communities across the United States have been crying out, asking Americans to recognize that racism is a prob lem that originates in White communities, that it is a problem we all shoulder and that it takes an active effort to fight against segregation and economic disparity. It takes self-education on the part of those with privilege and a willing ness to challenge habits, to take an unfamiliar route and move outside of your own bubble. In
"HERE IN MARIN COUNTY KIDS ARE LINED UP AFTER SCHOOL — THEY’RE GOING TO CHESS CLUB, THEY’RE DOING DRAMA, THEY’RE PLAYING SPORTS. KIDS IN MARIN CITY DESERVE TO HAVE THE SAME OPPORTUNITIES.” —PAUL AUSTINAYANNAH AND ARI GREEN
creating Play Marin, Austin’s aim was to sup port the youth of his community, and also to offer Marin’s privileged mostly-White fami lies an opportunity to more actively integrate themselves. And, he has seen the efforts of some Marin County residents in this regard: “What I started to find was a lot of parents wanting to bring their kids to Marin City because they value diversity,” he says. There is a contingency of parents from surrounding communities who come to Marin City to enroll their children in his programs, Austin says, because otherwise their children will not have an opportunity to meet kids of color or kids from different eco nomic backgrounds.
The national protests in the wake of George Floyd’s death have been notable for their diver sity and because they have been powered by the younger generation. The Marin City protest on June 2nd exemplified this movement, and for Paul Austin, the diversity and, especially, the energy and focus of our youth, offers a reason for hope. Ayannah Green who grew up in Marin City and Corte Madera and is currently a stu dent at Howard University spoke at the protest which she described as “a beautiful event, a huge, diverse turnout, and an opportunity to highlight our experience of being Black here in Marin.” Green’s message is that this moment is about more than just Black rights; it is time for all of us to change a system that perpetu ates racism and violence against Black people. Several speakers asked protesters to educate themselves, to ask themselves to do better and do more, and to examine systems, from the national level to the local level, as they hold rep resentatives accountable. In the words of youth activist and organizer Morgan-Woodard who was interviewed for a video about the protest: “We are here wanting to start a conversation about not only what has been done to us, but what we can do as people to come together in solidarity and to actually change the future, based on our own actions, with the help of our allies.”
17-year-old Simone Jacques , alongside her friends and community, sparked the San Francisco Solidarity Protest from Mission High School to the San Francisco County Jail on Wednesday, June 3. Reporters estimated the protest attracted between 12,000 to 20,000 people of all different ages and backgrounds from across the Bay Area.
Despite meeting mere days before the event, 19-year-old Mimi Zoila from Marin and 17-year-old Tiana Day from San Ramon initiated the protest that crossed the Golden Gate Bridge on Saturday, June 6. Although they initially expected a few hundred protestors, thousands arrived to peacefully march across the iconic landmark.
13-year-old Alex Srinivasan , who attends Kent Middle School, initiated the protest in Piper Park on Friday, June 5. The protest gained additional participants as members of the 300-car caravan traveled from Novato to Marin County Sheriff’s Office substation in Marin City, organized by the Marin branch of Showing Up for Racial Justice, connected with the group.
Almost 300 people participated in a protest through Downtown Novato that was started by 28-year-old Jessica Ndiritu . She wanted to create a local option for protesting, so with the support of her community, Ndiritu organized the march from City Hall and down Grant Avenue on Thursday, June 4.
Xavier Brown and Akil Riley, both 19, organized the protest on Monday, June 1 from Oakland Technical High School through Downtown Oakland with the help of their community and other young organizers. An impressive 15,000 people attended to march and listen to speeches.
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Jeff Hadley, nephew to president and owner Larry Hadley, of Hadley Construction, rep resents 3 generations of Hadleys to serve the Bay Area since 1950. That’s the kind of leg acy not often seen in American business, but absolutely in character in Marin County. And it will continue: after graduating from Cal Poly, Jeff joined Hadley Construction as the Gen eral Manager. Jeff is the Hadley you’d expect of a 26-year-old; he’s the one introducing new technologies and continuing old world crafts manship. Born and raised in Marin, Jeff has been around construction all his life. Jeff has partnered with the Tiburon Chamber of Com merce, Belvedere-Tiburon Landmarks Society, and other local organizations. He’s equally active in his hobbies: water and snow skiing, sailing, dirt biking, and, on more tranquil days, hiking and camping. But his primary focus is dictated by his DNA: “It is such a feeling of satisfaction to build beautiful homes and make our clients’ dreams a reality.”
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This page: A pair of diamond-tufted leather chairs flank a marble fireplace mantel by Chesneys in the formal living room. Opposite: Matching blue velvet sofas by George Smith coordinate perfectly with the cut velvet draperies with teal fringe from Schumacher.
as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people value hearth and home more than ever before. That’s certainly the case for a professional couple with two young sons who relocated from a small San Francisco apartment to a spa cious four-bedroom English country abode on a large lot in Kentfield.
“The owners are loving staying home,” says interior designer Julie Dalton, who worked closely with architect, Barbara Chambers, of Chambers and Chambers, on a massive, multi-year renovation to update the dwelling. “During this time, their home is more than their home. It’s a classroom, a restaurant, a park, a playroom, a movie theater and many other things.”
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Dalton says the project offers a number of good examples about how to create a personal interior that keeps things fresh and interesting – even during an extended quarantine. Much of that is due to her clients. “They were on board for pretty much anything,” Dalton says. “These clients have a very eclectic style, and they love color and texture.”
Indeed, they had no qualms about painting the living room’s once dark taupe wall moldings and ceiling beams in a sage green hue. Along the far wall, a new white marble Victorian Corbel fireplace from Chesneys creates a striking focal point for matching blue velvet sofas by George Smith and tufted green leather chairs atop a 1900s-era wool rug from 1st Dibs. “They wanted this space to be a dark and moody experience,” Dalton says.
The sense of formality is echoed in the for mal dining room, where Dalton covered an entire wall with a colorful mural of a blue heron in a lush tropical setting. The result is a state ment piece and instant conversation starter. “You have to look at it for a long time during quarantine, so it might as well be interesting,” Dalton explains, noting that it’s reflected in the glossy blue ceiling.
The ceiling also reflects the light from a pair of antique brass lanterns over the late nine teenth century dining table. Dalton paired the antique with green velvet Captain’s chairs with nail head trim with a set of traditional wood side chairs – family heirlooms - that Dalton had reupholstered in a luxurious green mohair. “They don’t like to waste, so we upcycled some of their existing pieces,” she says, noting that they rescued the side chairs from a dumpster.
The palette is lighter and brighter in the great room overlooking the lush back yard. In the open kitchen painted white cabinetry, Calacatta Borghini marble countertops and white subway tile juxtapose the dark hardwood flooring and island, which has been painted in Hague Blue by Farrow & Ball – the same shade as the dining room ceiling. “It really makes the marble pop,” Dalton says, noting that she used the same com bination in the pantry.
Antique brass is another constant throughout
the home. The farmhouse style sink has brass hardware that coordinates with the antique brass lanterns over the island and the custom stainless-steel hood with brass straps from Berlin Food & Lab Equipment. Nearby, a brass chandelier illuminates a round farmhouse-style table surrounded by simple wooden chairs.
A few steps away, a plush, slipcovered white sectional sofa creates a casual, comfortable spot for the family to gather and binge their favorite shows. Displayed prominently on the wall, a large fine art photograph by Reinhard Gorner is one of several pieces throughout the house sourced by Stephanie Breitbard, of Simon Breitbard Fine Arts. “Art is very personal, so it’s a process,” Dalton says. “This one was per fect for the room.”
Dalton carried the palette of greens and blues throughout the interior. For example, when the owners asked the designer to find a place for a pair of vintage side tables that had seen better days, Dalton collaborated with the craftsmen at Revitaliste, who painted them in a high-gloss Bottle Green from Fine Paints of Europe.
The emerald hue also adorns a Chinese garden bench in the master bathroom, which
features Carrara marble wall and floor tile – an elegant backdrop for a burnished zinc tub from Waterworks. “It’s their tranquil place to go with out kids,” Dalton says, noting that there’s a lock on the door. “The idea was to make this bathroom feel like it was in an old English country house.”
A glossy green floor tile laid in a herringbone pattern pops against the white walls, ceramic subway wall tile and marble sink in an upstairs bathroom. “Even though each room is different, it’s cohesive,” Dalton says.
As might be expected during an extended stay-at-home order, the owners are equally thrilled with their expansive yard by Christian Douglas Design. In addition to luxe amenities such as a jumbo-sized swimming pool and a detached guest house, the property features 28 fruit trees, a chicken coop and a bountiful garden filled with cabbage, lettuce and other vegetables.
“This is a real sanctuary with lots of spaces that keep things fresh and interesting,” Dalton says. “We are so happy to have been able to help them have a beautiful space to call home.”
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Opposite: Brass lanterns illuminate a nineteenth century table from 1st Dibs in the formal dining room, where the ceiling is painted in high-gloss Hague Blue from Farrow & Ball. This page: (Clockwise from top left) Stainlesssteel hood with brass straps from Berlin Food & Lab Equipment; Calacatta Borghini marble countertop; Revitaliste transformed a vintage bedside table using Fine Paints of Europe; A washable slipcover sectional sofa.
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split her time between San Francisco and the family winery, where she developed a lifelong love of the outdoors. Indeed, she still manages about 100 acres of grapes at Dry Creek Valley – a pleas ant contrast to the many residential and commercial landscapes she has designed throughout the region.
Woods’ workload has picked up significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic, as people shelteringin-place placed new value on their outdoor areas. “Many people are looking for ways to get outside and be close to plants and green spaces,” Woods says. “Being in a natural environment can be a very enriching experience that touches the deeper elements of the soul and gives a sense of peace.”
With travel at an all-time low and many hotels shuttered or limiting access to visitors, Woods offered the following tips for creating a posh hotel-like landscape in your own home.
“Breaking up large exterior areas creates a sense of coziness and intimacy that facilitates con versation,” Woods says, noting that posts, trees, pots or furniture can be used to create a sense of privacy and separation in large outdoor patios.
In a Healdsburg garden at a private resi dence, for example, Woods bracketed one end of the covered poolside room with a clean-lined fireplace and the other end with a well-appointed kitchen. Lush foliage surrounds the entire perimeter.
“It creates these pockets where you can gather different groups of people, but you’re all still in the same place,” Woods says.
“There’s a time and a place for sunbathing, but when temperatures soar in the middle of the day, it’s important to have a shaded place in which to retreat,” Woods says. In addition to covered porches, she recommends incorpo rating pergolas, trellises or umbrellas. Not to mention shade cloth, which can be used atop
a shade structure to filter more light and also catches leaves and other debris.
“There are many benefits to a wall-illuminated outdoor area,” Woods says. For one, even the most fantastic garden disappears at night. Lighting it makes it visible from inside the house. “It draws your eye out,” Woods says. “Even if you can’t be out there, it helps to extend the interior visually through the landscape.”
But don’t get carried away. Woods eschews flood lights in favor of sconces, recessed cans and illuminated coves. In one project, she tucked lighting into the crossbars of the trel lis and the posts that support it. And putting everything on different switches makes it pos sible to easily create different moods.
No matter how hot summer days are in north ern California, there’s inevitably a chill in the air once the sun sets. Thankfully there are easy fixes. In this project, Woods incorporated a sunken hot tub near the swimming pool and
Opposite: Animal sculptures by Karen Wilberding Diefenbach; Outdoor swing by Dedon. A fireplace creates a striking focal point for the outdoor living area. Furnishings by Dedon. This page: (Clockwise from left) Sculpture by Anthony Caro; A sunken hot tub is the perfect antidote for chilly evenings; Picnic tables with party lights and hammock; A well-appointed kitchen makes entertaining a breeze.
a handsome fireplace that also serves as a focal point for the living room. As a result, the space is just as comfortable when the thermometer dips as it on a hot summer day. “Humans love fire pits and fireplaces,” she says. “If you’re hanging out with people on a chilly night, it’s nice to gather around the fire.”
According to Woods, it’s important to lighten the mood. A swing from Dedon adds a fun furnishing to the fireplace seating area. “People just love them,” Woods says. “They add an unexpected moment of delight and suggest play in a way that allows us to open up a little bit more.” She also incorporated outdoor sculptures by Karen Wilberding Diefenbach and Anthony Caro.
Anyone who has ever sat near a bubbling brook knows the impact that water has on mental health and wellbeing. Indeed, Woods’ designs often incorporate fountains, which are avail able in a wide variety of styles. She says that something as subtle as a bubbler in a vessel filled
with water will create much the same effect. “The sound of water is very calming and has a lot of positive effects on the psyche,” she says. “In historic traditions, water is a healing element.”
Resist the urge to throw everything you might like into your garden, says Woods, who limits herself to a simple material and plant palette that includes boxwood, olive shrubs, lavender and hydrangea quick fires. “Edit and constantly remind yourself not to put in too much,” she says, recommending that people select a few types of plants and reuse them over and over again “so your eye doesn’t jump all over the place,” she says. “A more restrained palette leads to a sense of calm.”
“This is a family compound, so there will be kids and older people there,” Woods says. To make sure it’s safe for people of all ages, the land scape architect added a ledge to the outer edge of the swimming
pool, so that young kids or older folks have a place to sit on the side. And while lawns can be water guzzlers, she included little grassy areas for the children to play ball or hang out on the grass. “It’s not going to get really hot like stone or artificial turf,” she says.
“Anything made out of wood needs to be oiled, stained or power washed frequently, or it will deteriorate over time,” Woods says, noting that she selected dining tables by Dedon that are made of a concrete-like composite material. “It holds up over time. You don’t want your outdoor spaces to need a lot of maintenance.”
Although there’s a lot to be said for unplug ging in the great outdoors, in this day and age, it’s important to make sure you have a strong Wifi signal that extends out side, Woods says. “If you have to be on Zoom meetings all day, go sit in your garden and do it,” she says.
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BY ANN WYCOFF
Their songs fill our backyards, forests, jungles and coastlines—a mysterious language of music. They inspire dreams of flight, pollinate plants, disperse seeds, and keep ecosystems in balance. These soaring avian dinosaurs are also an existential reminder of 150-millionyears of evolutionary biology. And their health as a species is a bellwether of our own planet’s fate and well-being. But tragically, according to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, 2.9 billion birds have vanished in the (U.S. and Canada) since 1970. A staggering number indeed. The recently published Audubon report, Survival by Degrees predicts that twothirds of North America’s birds are at risk for extinction due to habitat loss and the devastating effects of climate change. So if you are a fan of our winged friends, then make haste to travel into the wild and witness these miracles of nature, but also do your part to take action to address climate change, lest we may lose nature’s symphony and ourselves.
There are those devoted souls who will sit all day, patiently in the bush, for a three-second glimpse of a Resplendent Quetzal; who can wax poetically about the mating ritu als of the Greater Bird of Paradise or distinguish the call of the Malabar Whistling Thrush from that of a Musician Wren. I am not one such person, nor have I ever considered myself to be part of the global birder tribe. I don’t know the difference between a flycatcher or a sapsucker. It is not, in fact, my Big Year. But I will tell you this, I fell in love with birds after traveling to the Yucatan Peninsula and landing in Mayakoba.
Part of Riviera Maya, some 45 minutes south of Cancun, Mayakoba is a mystical square-mile Eden, home to four lav ish hotels and four ecosystems in balance—mangroves, sand dunes, low forests and coral reefs. Six miles of jade-tinted clear canals connect this natural wonderland, also refuge for 159 species of birds. Electric-powered silent skiffs deliver guests from resort to resort, while also offering mangrove eco tours and private birding safaris. Armed with a cam era and a copy of The Birds of Mayakoba, I spend a few days navigating the greenbelt waterways in the company of the resident biologist. I love this coastal jungle—the cacopho nous song and shriek of its creatures, the warm clutch of tropical heat, and the psychedelic shades of green and blue. Metallic dragonflies patrol the shore, turtle heads peak from the murky mangrove ponds, shy coatis peer from the brush, and armored iguanas bask in the sun.
And the birds: bashful Boat-billed Herons tuck into the mangroves, bright orange Hooded Orioles flit from branch to branch, Yellow-foreheaded Waterwalkers strut past snaileating Limpkins, while prehistoric-looking Wood Storks
stand stoically along the shore. Beyond these Mayakoban denizens, more than a billion birds migrate over the Yucatan peninsula and a majority stop, as it’s the first landmass to offer a resting spot when crossing the Gulf of Mexico.
On a second excursion in a bath of late afternoon light, our boat rounds a bend revealing a massive rookery with dozens of birds dotting the greenery like ornaments on a tree. The roost shivers with mixed species: a double-crested Cormorant fans its feathers, a juvenile Ibis trio share a branch, an elegant Anhinga strikes a perfect pose–her neck seemingly wrapped in a mink stole. A Snowy Egret with its brilliant yellow feet challenges me to a staring contest. Rattles, warbles, and whis tles fill the air. Unafraid of humans, this carnival carries on as if we are not there, a testament to the symbiosis of this shared community of humans and wildlife.
The following day, we traverse a nature trail to a kayak drop in and paddle out into a three-dimensional landscape painting with every shade of green imaginable. The impos sibly clear water below is a brackish mix of springs and sea water that travels in from tunnels. Cenotes or natural caves with fresh water dot this landscape, and the Mayans once set their cities by these sacred spots.
As our paddles send ripples across the inverted reflec tions of the reeds and brush, we spy a Green Heron cleverly using a feather as a tool to catch fish. As the invisible pres ence of crocodiles lends a little adrenaline to our stroke, it occurs to me that in seventh grade biology you read about ecosystems; in Mayakoba you become a part of one.
Fortunately, on our final treasure hunt for wings we dis cover our greatest avian jewel: the Roseate Spoonbill. She is preposterously beautiful with her etched pink feathers, Esther Williams white-capped head and coquettish smile. She bears the most peculiar markings on her ears as if sport ing black DJ headphones. Once on the endangered list when ladies found her feathers fashionable in their hats, the spe cies has thankfully recovered and can be spotted here in Mayakoba. I stare in wonderment at both her and by the fact that I have become a birder.
Equally striking are the dramatic visuals and opulent touches at this all-villa resort from the art-lined, open-air lobby overlooking the giant Banyan Tree that rises from the waterway below, to the elegant villas with private bluetiled pools and cozy daybeds, so you can float or lounge in a symphony of jungle sounds along with rainforest show ers, outdoor tubs, and hammocks too. A collection of new swanky overwater villas and beachfront suites will debut in late 2020.
Opener from left: Mayakoba Canal in Mexico; an Anhinga strikes a pose. This page, clockwise from top: A Snowy Egret comes in for a landing; the pink feathers of a Roseate Spoonbill; Banyan Tree Mayakoba resort in Mexico.
Clockwise from top: A Turquoise-Browed Motmot; enjoy one of just five tented jungle suites overlooking the sea at Kasiiya Papagayo in Costa Rica; veranda at Strawberry Hill in the Blue Mountains of Jamaica.
Play 18 holes on the Greg Norman course (part of the PGA Tour), pedal your personal cruiser to the beach club for strolls in the sugar white sand or snorkeling in the crys tal clear water, or enjoy margs at the pool’s swim-up bar. Enjoy a Natura Bissé facial in your personal spa villa set over the lagoon. Dine under the stars on a floating dock sur rounded by mangroves at Saffron for authentic Thai cuisine in candlelight, or go Mayan with a traditional HAAB, a fivecourse Yucatan feast cooked on site with tequila tastings. mayakoba.com
While most people gravitate to Jamaica for its white sandy beach playgrounds, birders should note that this tropical isle is the avian gem of the Caribbean with more than 300 species. A foray into the biodiverse Blue Mountains, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, reveals world-class cof fee plantations and epic birdwatching along a network of trails cloaked by giant ferns, flowering plants, orchids and vines. All 28 endemic species reside here in the lush forests, along with migratory species seeking refuge from winter. Look for the Jamaican Woodpecker, Yellow-shouldered Grassquit, Chestnut-bellied Cuckoo, Jamaican Euphonia, Jamaican Spindalis, Greater Antillean Bullfinch, Blue Mountain Vireo, Olive-throated Parakeet, Jamaican Tody, Loggerhead Kingbird, and both Red-billed Streamertail and Vervain Hummingbirds. You may hear the haunting cry of the Jamaican Rufus-throated Solitaire or catch sight of the rare Crested Quail-Dove or Jamaican Blackbird. Friendly Holywell National Park rangers readily offer advice to help track the birds on your list, while the truly adventurous can opt for the 7-mile trek to Blue Mountain Peak at 7402 feet.
Chris Blackwell, the British music legend who launched Bob Marley, U2, Cat Stevens and more, has equally good taste when it comes to his inimitable retreats. Part of his Island Outpost Collection (including Golden Eye and The Caves in Jamaica), Strawberry Hill reveals the majestic beauty of the Blue Mountains outside of Kingston, as it’s set at 3100 feet, affording dramatic views of the jungle, mist-shrouded peaks, Kingston and nearby coffee plantations. Stone pathways lead to 12 charming Georgian-style cottages and two story villas with wraparound verandas styled out with canopied fourposter beds, handmade Royal Hut linens, French doors and hand-glazed terra cotta tiled bathrooms. Onsite bird expert
Lyndalee Burks arranges adventures with knowledge able local guides—think sunrise and sunset treks into the Jurassic Park greenery of the Blue Mountains for a chance to add some of the island’s alluring endemic species to your list.
Hike up to 4000 feet to family-run Old Tavern Coffee Estate for a bean-to-cup tour and aromatic tasting, and then head back to the resort to float in the infinity pool, bliss out during a hot stone massage, or downward dog it out during sun set yoga. Eat local at the roadside jerk shacks or sip a rum punch, Mon, spiked with Blackwell’s own smooth dark rum while savoring New Jamaican cuisine in the resort’s old plantation-styled dining room. Reggae music fans should undertake a pilgrimage to the Bob Marley Museum in Kingston. strawberryhillhotel.com
One of the top ten birding spots in the world with more than 900 species, Costa Rica is as a mind-bending Eden, rich with wildlife experiences and soul-stirring bird watching in diverse ecosystems from the cloud forest, humid lowlands, dry forests, to the mangroves or coral reefs. The northwestern province of Guanacaste (gold coast) offers birders distinct experiences as its Pacific coastline teems with sea wildlife, creating a dynamic place to espy pelicans, magnificent fragata, Osprey, the endangered Jabiru and other coastal birds, while its trop ical dry forests are home to a medley of avifauna such as White-throated Magpie-jays, Turquoise-browed Motmots, Black-headed Trogons, Steely-vented Hummingbird, and more.
This newly minted luxury camp on 123 acres has just five, tented jungle suites overlooking the sea. Avian experiences range from 5:30 a.m. birding treks along coast and into the wild with resident bird enthusiast Alejandro Jara and trips in electric cars to further traverse the avian-dotted terrain, to kicking back with binocs on your private deck with a Passion Fruit Sour cocktail while sound bathing in birdsong, the hum of cicadas and wild calls of monkeys.
Spectacular snorkeling awaits just off Kasiiya’s golden sands, along with diving in the company of sea turtles and spotted rays. There’s also kayaking, paddle boarding, tree climbing, hiking, fishing, culinary classes and massage or indigenous herbal treatments with the local healer in a jungle spa tent. Rates start at $560, kasiiya.com
BY KASIA PAWLOWSKA
IT GOES WITHOUT SAYING that we all hope to stay healthy and maintain an active lifestyle as we grow older. Fortunately, studies confirm that overall in Marin, this is the case. In 2019 — for the ninth time in 10 years — the county was ranked as the healthiest and scored the highest in life expectancy statewide by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. “One of the healthiest habits in Marin is a strong history of policies designed to protect health. The recent decisions to prevent the sales of flavored to bacco and vaping products is a clear example,” says Dr. Kim Newell-Green, President of the San Francisco Marin Medical Society.
Research also shows that seniors are hap pier than previous generations, according to findings from the University of Pittsburgh. More than 3,000 volunteers older than 65 were surveyed from 1987 to 2019, and the ones born more recently were less likely to report symptoms of depression. “Particularly when it comes to their mood, their energy, and their feelings of hopelessness,” said univer sity epidemiologist Kevin Sullivan, the study’s lead author.
And in spite of worries and concern sur rounding seniors in the age of the new corona virus, accounts of life at Drake Terrace Senior Living in San Rafael tell a happier story. “Dur ing COVID-19 our practices have changed sig nificantly as they have in all senior living com munities, but our associates have gone above and beyond to ensure our residents are stay
ing active, socially engaged and connecting with their families through ‘virtual’ visits,” says Laura Griffth, business director at the facility.
Prior to the stay-at-home mandate, Drake Terrace residents enjoyed a nightly wine hour before dinner that allowed time for social izing, as well as frequent trips to the Marin Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium for theater, symphony, and dance performances. “We also hosted special events both within our commu nity or up in wine country that have included wine tastings, chocolate tastings and cooking classes where the residents worked together to create a special dish or meal,” says Griffith.
With shelter-in-place and the community dining rooms being closed, servers now deliver three hot meals a day in addition to snacks, drinks, puzzles and games to residents. Hall way wellness classes — socially distanced with everyone wearing masks — are also of fered, as is happy hour, with drinks being deliv ered to each door.
“Throughout this pandemic, we have stayed aligned with the changes in federal, state and local guidance, and our goal is to ease back into some carefully designed activities that will be limited to groups of ten or less (distanced and masked),” says Griffith. “We also are plan ning on resuming scenic drives with a limited number of masked residents in the coach. Our priority is our residents’ safety as we ease into the ‘new normal’ and ensure our residents stay socially engaged.”
These three local health groups are all coping with financial shortages, reduced patient volume and new procedural requirements. Here is what they are doing to survive.
BY ISABELLA GRIFFIN-MASRIIn April, Sutter Health saw only 50 percent of their typical patient volume, 20 percent less than they saw in March. However, in May, that number was up to 63 percent. The hospital has begun to conduct outpatient procedures and tests for non-emergent patients, such as pelvic exams, skin exams, colonoscopies, and mammograms. Patients can also visit their doctors in person for consultations. Sutter Health has set up a variety of systems, including Contact Free Check-In, temperature screening, and frequent disinfecting, to ensure patient safety.
At MarinHealth, hospital revenue has diminished dramatically. It dropped by $8 million in March and an additional $20 million in April. This was due, in part, to the hospital spending $3-4 million dollars on PPE, which they handed out to staff, patients diagnosed with COVID-19, and mobile care units. Decreases in patient volume were also to blame, with the hospital seeing an average of 75 patients per day during early stages of the quarantine, down from their typical 130, due to cancellations of elective procedures. However, that number is now up to about 100 patients per day, and the hospital is now open for outpatient procedures for emergent patients. The hospital also received money from 150 new donors, and continues to support the Marin community.
A March 31 report from Kaiser Permanente revealed that the hospital lost $1.1 billion during the first quarter of 2020, a significant drop compared to the $3.2 million earned in the first quarter of 2019. However, the expenses allowed the hospital to recommission retired units, increase inpatient capacity, purchase more equipment, and invest in mobile hospitals and triage units. They also maintain beds, ventilators, and PPE to prepare for a possible influx of COVID-19 patients. Their safety measures have paid off: on May 24, patients began visiting the hospital once again, with priority placed on high risk patients, emergent procedures, and postponed procedures.
County residents are continuing to age well while sheltering-in-place.
HOSPITALS THROUGHOUT MARIN have been confronted with an array of financial challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) had to be located and provided for staff, facilities needed to be furnished with new supplies, and programs to assist the community had to be created. Although hospitals would normally be able to recover the money spent on these efforts with outpatient procedures, decreased patient volume has left them with drastically reduced revenue in recent months. We spoke to MarinHealth CEO Domanico about how the medical group is traversing this new landscape.
have to quarantine for 14 days. In other words, if they need to quarantine, and they don’t get paid during that period of time, and they need the income, they may be reluctant to quarantine. So we’ve set up a pilot program to provide income replacement during those 14 days as well as provide financial support or hotel accomodations for people who can’t shelter at home and perhaps need to shelter somewhere else.
Tell us what’s been going on at MarinHealth since the beginning of the shelter-in-place mandate.
The past couple of months has been a tale of two cities, in a way. There’s some very good news, and there’s also some challenging news regarding the financial impact that this pandemic has had on us. The good news is that we have successfully treated patients with COVID-19. We have not had one employee or patient contract the virus while in the hospital. During the pandemic, we have delivered 300 babies, about 100 a month, which is our normal volume, we conducted an open heart surgery successfully by way of example.
How many COVID-19 patients have you had at one time?
Between zero and three patients at a time, at most, so we’ve been able to handle it. In hindsight, the good news is, we didn’t have to empty out the hospital because we didn’t experience the surge that we were afraid of and that we were prepared for. But as a result, the number of inpatients — which usually averages 130 — averaged about 75 because we eliminated all elective surgeries and procedures, like cath lab procedures, imaging procedures, and all we focused on were the immediate urgent and emergent needs for patients. That had a significantly negative effect on the hospital for the entry league.
What programs have you implemented to care for those who are particularly vulnerable to COVID-19?
A couple of months ago we started a mobile
care team which consists of a physician and two or three physician extenders on a van equipped with testing capability and personal protective equipment. Then we went out to the nursing homes proactively because they are the most vulnerable to the virus. Residents live in close proximity to each other, and their health is compromised. We went to the nursing home for edu cation, for consoling, for testing patients, testing staff, and providing them with proper use of PPE. We believe we were successful in curbing any potential hotspot that could have occurred in the nursing home and residential care community that would have the potential of overwhelming hospital resources. Since then we have expanded that from one to two units — with the district funding — and the second unit will be going into vulnerable communities where the residents live in close proximity to each other. The Canal District, for example — the living conditions put residents at higher risk for contracting the virus because it’s harder to socially distance from each other.
What else has the district funded?
The district also funded take-home kits that’ll be distributed from the emergency department and from clinics. For patients who test positive, they include a pulse oximeter, a thermometer, PPE, and that’s important because the pulse oximeter measures your oxygen saturation.
When that reaches a certain level you need to come into the hospital. If it doesn’t, you may not feel good, but you’re safely weathering the virus at home. We’ve also funded two pilot projects, one of which provides income replacement for workers whose income might disappear if they
How has MarinHealth been impacted during this time?
Hospital volume dropped 20 percent in March and it dropped over 40 percent in April. Our revenue was down 8 million in March, another 20-some million in April, and while we were able to reduce expenses, labor and supplies, this still resulted in significant decline. While we are now ramping back up, I mentioned that we were down about 75 patients a day, we’re now up to over 100 patients per day, but still about 20 percent short of our pre-COVID-19 volume. Similarly, our surgeries and elective procedures have rebounded, but not quite all the way to pre pandemic volumes.
What would you say to people who have safety concerns about visiting MarinHealth?
I want to be clear that it is safe to come to the hospital. Very safe. We follow proper precautions, we test all of our patients that need to come in before they need to come in, either for elective surgery or for visits, and anyone who comes in emergently also gets tested. And we know how to manage these patients, how to take care of them, and we know how to do it and keep everybody safe, both fellow patients as well as our team and our staff. One of the technologies that we have that I don’t believe any other hospital in the Bay Area has is called Banyan.
Banyan technology allows us to visualize the patient in the room remotely — we have a camera in the room, we can talk to the patient, and this allows us to treat the patient, where possible, without having to enter the room. That minimiz-
We checked in with Lee Domanico, longtime CEO of MarinHealth.
es exposure of our team, but it also conserves on the use of PPE, because every time you go in and out of a room, you have to trash the PPE that you wore and you have to put on new PPE when you go back in the room.
What percentage increase have telehealth appointments increased?
Well, it went from almost zero telehealth visits to almost 75 percent of our total business. So three quarters of our business for the last few months have been by telehealth.
You spent about three million on all the related expenses — will that be used in the future, or will it expire?
No, we have an on-hand 30 day supply and we’ve been maintaining that for all our personal protective equipment to get regular shipments. We spent three to four million dollars on stockpiling and wrapping that up, and that’ll be ongoing until there’s a vaccine. This is not only on PPE, but we quadrupled the number of ventilators. We went from 19 to 60 or 69 ventilators.
And you haven’t needed them? No, we haven’t. Most of our inpatients have been treated on the general medsearch floor, in negative pressure rooms. We’ve only had a minority of those patients who needed the intensive care and needed to be put on the ventilator.
It was great that you were able to act so quickly that there wasn’t a spread. The other thing that I will say is that the commu nity of Marin following the proper precautions has really saved us from the disasters that have occurred in other cities around the country, and I hope that we can safely open back up again by doing it in a safe way.
There are so many stories about people making masks. Did you receive any masks from community members?
WE CAN’T TURN on a screen without the latest update on COVID-19 and communities devastated by the pandemic. The news and information seems to change daily, so we caught up with a doctor, very familiar with hard challenges, Dr. Jay A. Levy, to turn to and answer some basic questions. Dr. Levy, co-discovered HIV in 1983 and is currently a Professor of Medicine and Director of the Laboratory for Tumor and AIDS Virus Research at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). In addition to his AIDS research, he has published 14 books and over 600 articles in virology, immunology and infectious diseases. Hence, we were interested in his take on the virus that has kidnapped our old normal.
What is this disease called COVID-19? What is its cause and where did it come from?
COVID-19 Is primarily a respiratory disease characterized by difficulty in breathing and symptoms of the common cold. Generally, sneezing is not involved but dry coughs and fever (not generally high) as well as muscle aches and pains occur. The cause is a coronavirus related (like a first cousin) to the one that caused SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) in 2003. Importantly, the genetic sequence of COVID-19 is very similar to that of SARS. Therefore, we know that COVID-19 is a naturally occurring virus and was not made in a laboratory. Moreover, many studies have indicated that it did not come from a laboratory in China but most likely is present in bats living in southern China. Early reports suggested that COVID-19 was transmitted to humans in an open market in Wuhan, China. Most of the early cases were people who had visited that market. This virus perhaps infected another animal (in the case of SARS it was a wild cat, a civet) and mutated sufficiently to readily infect humans who were in the market. COVID-19 appears to be transmitted more easily than SARS and can give rise to infection without symptoms (asymptomatic people) in about 40% of cases. Then, it is estimated that another 40% of infected individuals will have mild to moderate symptoms that do not need hospitalization. The other 20% with COVID-19 infection could require hospitalization of which about 5% may need to be placed on respirators or ventilators to help with breathing.
Whereas SARS virus infected 8,000 people worldwide with 800 deaths, COVID19 has already infected over 7 million people with 500,000 deaths. In the United States, we have had over 2 million infections with 110,000 deaths. In California we have had at least 150,000 infections with about 5,000 deaths. Thus, the fatality rate for COVID-19 appears to be less than that with SARS although the transmission of COVID-19 is much greater. Importantly, SARS was controlled by the very effective and early response to the infection and there have been no new cases reported worldwide.
Yes, we received masks from community members, we received tons of food, Mollie Stone’s provided boxed lunches for several days, and we received PPE. And we received monetary donations, we’ve had thus far over 3 million dollars in donations for the response to the coronavirus. on p. 72
Why do some people get sick while others are infected but do not have symptoms? With COVID-19 infection, some individuals have an immune system that can immediately control the virus so that no symptoms occur. This control from the very earliest activity of the immune system is called the innate immune response.
UCSF's Dr. Jay Levy simplifies the issues.
That immune activity in the nose, mouth and other body surfaces can act within minutes to days and prevent the establishment of the infection. If the innate immune system does not successfully ward off this virus, the adaptive or acquired immune system comes in for the defense. That immunity involves the production of proteins called antibodies that circulate in the blood and can attach to the virus and kill it. This adaptive immune system also has cells that can attack virusinfected cells to destroy them. Importantly, these two defense mechanisms of the acquired immune system are the main cause of most of the symptoms that appear with the infection. A very strong response can give destruction of the lung and diseases of the heart and other tissues in which the virus can be found. This hyper-reactive immune system becomes a major culprit in causing the disorders seen with COVID-19 infection. The response includes the production of cellular products or proteins, called cytokines, that attempt to destroy the virus. Unfortunately these products can be very toxic to the individual and cause major diseases in lung, heart and other tissues. The release of these proteins in waves give severe symptoms and have been referred to as “cytokine storms.” They need to be controlled to decrease the toxicity to the infected person. If not, the affected person may require the use of ventilators or respirators to maintain their breathing. Part of this enhanced responsive immune system is the formation of blood clots that can block blood flow to the kid ney, heart, lungs and brain.
One of the important observations with COVID-19 infection is that young people often do not show symptoms and recover quickly. In this case, young people may have a natural
innate immune response that is more effective than that in adults. Also, we know in the immune system there are cells called T regulatory cells that are responsible for bringing a balance to immune responses. Without these T regulatory cells in adequate amounts, individuals can develop signs of autoimmunity such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
Once one recovers from this disease, can reinfection take place? It is not yet known definitively if an individual, once infected, has an immune response, such as production of antiviral antibodies, that protects them from getting COVID-19 again. Studies in monkeys infected in the laboratory with this virus have indicated that there is protective immunity induced by the initial infection. Importantly, when one reports finding evidence of the virus in individuals after they have been “cured,” that evidence is using tests that detect the genetic material of the virus that in most cases will indicate a dead virus. Essentially the immune system has handled that infection. We know in virology that even after you have been infected or vaccinated against measles,
mumps and chickenpox, that virus can still infect the person and replicate for a few cycles without producing any symptoms. Then the immune system in that person will recognize the virus and respond effectively to eliminate it. That response could be what can occur as well with this coronavirus.
When is it possible to open up communities to normal activity during this virus pandemic?
We know that the human population is very susceptible to COVID-19 since we have not seen this virus before. Therefore, there is no immunity against it. Since many people can be infected and not show severe symptoms, those individuals can form what we call “herd immunity.” This means that if the virus tries to infect those individuals the infection will not take place and the spread of the virus is stopped. This “herd” of people prevents the virus from infecting others. Some viruses such as measles spread so quickly that that herd immunity require as high as 90% of the community to have already been exposed to the virus or to its vaccine. For COVID-19, the herd immunity needs to be about 60% based on how many people can be infected by an infected person.
The role of public health is to prevent infection.. In addition, public health officials recognize that the regular activities of a community need to resume as soon as possible. Therefore, the approach is to open a community to somewhat normal activity when hospitals are sufficiently equipped with equipment to reduce fatalities. Meanwhile, to lessen the spread of the virus, which would increase the number of people who could become severely ill, masks should be worn, social distancing should be followed and all citizens of the community should be washing their hands often. Most importantly, communities must have the facilities in place to handle those who become severely ill. Success is really mea sured by the reduction in deaths.
With COVID-19 infection, some individuals have an immune system that can immediately control the virus so that no symptoms occur.
HOW CAN WE CARE FOR OURSELVES and feel emotionally strong while remaining aware and acting compassionately in the face of other people’s suffering? This is an especially complicated question in unsettled times. Over the past years, we have collectively been through significant social upheaval in the face of the #metoo move ment, the Covid-19 pandemic and the death of George Floyd and the resulting Black Lives Matter social justice movement.
Psychologist Kristin Neff, an Associate Professor of Educational Psychology is a preeminent researcher and speaker in a field of psychology called Self-Compassion. Neff has written numerous academic articles, book chapters, books and created a popular workshop series on the subject of Self-Compassion. She believes that the practice offers guidance in both accepting difficult circum stances and taking positive actions in the context of those difficult circumstances. Neff and colleague Chris Germer developed the notion of the “Yin and Yang” of Self-Compassion, based on the ancient Chinese concepts of yin, a more passive, internal energy and yang, an active, more outwardly-focused energy.
1 Be present with difficult emotions.
Just being alone with ourselves for an extended period usually brings up challenging emotions. Instead of avoiding these difficult feelings, label what you’re feeling and mindfully accept that the moment is painful. This gives you the opportunity to respond with compassion. Just by acknowledging your feelings, you are practicing self-compassion.
2 Spend time doing activities you enjoy.
You don’t need to practice meditation to experience self-compassion. By simply asking yourself, “How do I care for myself already?” you are practicing selfcompassion. Taking it a step further and doing something nice for yourself is even better. You can listen to music, dance to your favorite song, read a book, video chat with friends and loved ones, or play games with family members.
3 Honor your core values in new ways.
The usual ways that you find meaning in life are likely to be interrupted by social distancing, but that doesn’t mean
“The yin is a more tender, gentle aspect of compassion, and it helps us to care for ourselves and feel safe enough to look at our selves, for instance, to look at our own implicit biases, which can be scary,” says Neff. “The yang is more about action, a connec tion to humanity and the desire to alleviate suffering and make change.” According to Neff and Germer’s work, the two aspects of compassion are interconnected as the yin helps us to cultivate self-kindness and allows us to become more mindful and open in coping with both our personal and our common suffering. Then, because of mindfulness and self-care, we are less defensive and are more able to face difficult truths. In other words, we are willing to rock the boat when the boat needs to be rocked.
Neff offers seven beginning steps for those who are new to the practice of Self-Compassion, entry points for self-kindness and nurturing in difficult times. This approach, she says, prepares us to take an active stance in supporting and protecting others when facing the pandemic and social justice issues. For more go to marinmagazine.com/health.
that you have to let go of your core values. If you found meaning by providing financially for your family, you can practice supporting your family emotionally until you return to work. If you enjoyed meeting with friends, you can still meet with them online and demonstrate interest and understanding. Remaining connected to your core values and finding ways to stay true to them are acts of self-care.
4 Practice grounding yourself when you feel overwhelmed.
The practice of grounding yourself anchors your awareness in the present moment. The current circumstances can be re-traumatizing for some people. When you’re feeling overwhelmed, it may be helpful to focus your awareness on the sensations of your feet on the floor. By redirecting your attention away from your thoughts, you will begin to feel more settled.
5 Engage your senses. Fortunately, joy is attainable if you give yourself permission to enjoy the
simple things you do have. Savoring a delicious meal or taking yourself on a Sense and Savor Walk in the fresh air are good ways to engage your senses. The Sense and Savor Walk involves letting yourself fully enjoy and take in your surroundings — like the smell of a flower, bird sounds or the bark of a tree. Seeing the world through fresh eyes can change your perspective.
You are less likely to receive physical expressions of kindness when you’re in self-quarantine, but you can still comfort yourself as you would a good friend. Don’t be shy about offering yourself a warm hug or pat on your arm when you need it the most. These simple gestures can help reduce your cortisol levels.
Gratitude is another way of cultivating joy. Noticing the small things that enrich life — clean running water, morning sunlight, a rich cup of coffee — can help spark joy in your day.
SINCE 1962, OUR PRACTICE HAS PROUDLY DELIVERED world class cardiovascular service and care. Our board certified cardiologists are experts in their fields of cardiovascular medicine, interventional cardiology, cardiac electrophysiology, and advanced heart failure. They have trained at our country’s top academic institutions and share decades of clinical experience. As a collaborative team, the CAM physicians have created numerous highly successful programs in primary prevention, diagnostic imaging, and cardiovascular interventions.
Our cardiac catheterization laboratory has evolved over 30 years, from being one of the first to perform lifesaving angioplasty into a state of the art center for managing complex coronary and structural heart disease. Our clinical outcomes in treating victims of heart attack and cardiac arrest consistently exceed national benchmarks. Last year, our electrophysiology program was the first in the Bay Area to implant a completely leadless pacemaker.
We are one of the first centers in the country to offer intensive cardiac rehabilitation as a comprehensive lifestyle management program for primary prevention.
Our outpatient offices are located in Larkspur, Novato, and Sonoma.
Services include: Consultative Cardiology; Cardiac CT, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology; Stress Testing and Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing; Coronary Stents, Chronic Total Occlusion, Left Atrial Appendage Closure, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), Peripheral Vascular Intervention; Atrial Fibrillation Ablation, Leadless Pacemaker, Implantable Defibrillator, Remote Arrhythmia Monitoring; Cardiac Rehabilitation and Lifestyle Wellness Programs, Cardiac Dietician
2 Bon Air Road, Suite 100 Larkspur, CA 94939 415.927.0666
75 Rowland Way, Suite 250 Novato, CA 94945 415.878.2910
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Mark P. Wexman, M.D., FACC*
Joel Sklar, M.D., FACC*
Brian G. Keeffe, M.D., FACC*
Robert T. Sperling, M.D., FACC*
Arun K. Raghupathy, M.D., FACC*
Sujoya Dey, M.D., FACC*
Adam J. Baumgarten, M.D., FACC*
Kabir Singh, M.D., FACC
Benedict Ancock, M.D., MPH, FACC
Anand Soni, M.D., FACC
Kent N. Gershengorn, M.D., FACC
Ramon Partida, M.D., FACC, FSCAI
Ann K. Kao, M.D., FACC*
Anita D. Szady, M.D., FACC
Vivek Iyer, M.D.
Alex Rainow, M.D.
Ines Sherifi, M.D., MSc
Amy Gin, M.D., FACC
David C. Sperling, M.D., FACC* (retired)
Jerald A. Young, M.D., FACC* (retired)
James R. Adams, M.D., FACC* (retired)
Brian L. Strunk, M.D., FACC* (retired)
* Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2020 list.
MARIN HOME CARE is independently owned and operated by Marin County residents Laura Belluomini and Caroline Glassell.
Marin Home Care is a comprehensive home care agency offering both medical, and non-medical home care services exclusively serving Marin residents. We provide a concierge-style service and work as your matchmaker to fit your care needs.
Whether you require live-in or part-time care, on a temporary or long-term basis, we gladly provide it all. Marin Home Care is nonfranchised, licensed, bonded and insured. All of our caregivers are registered with the Department of Social Services and thoroughly screened. Our Medical Home Health services include Private Registered Nurses providing medication management and more.
We’re passionately committed to helping seniors in Marin County age in place. We would love the opportunity to assist your loved ones with their home care needs. Please call us at 415-712-1917 or learn more at www.marinhomecare.com
Pictured (from left): Laura Belluomini, MSN, RN, CCM Caroline Glassell, MBA
1610 Tiburon Blvd, Suite 201 Tiburon, CA 94920 415.712.1917, marinhomecare.com HCO #214700021, HHA #55000493
LAUB DERMATOLOGY & AESTHETICS LOCATED IN MILL VALLEY, has been serving the North Bay for many years. David A. Laub, M.D., is a Harvard trained, Board Certified Dermatologist specializing in medical, surgical and aesthetic dermatology.
Dr. Laub’s expertise is based on extensive training, experience, artistry and attention to detail. Asked why he became a dermatologist, his response was simple. “Having dealt with skin issues personally, I can understand and relate to my patients.” His compassion is what drives his practice today: “We want everyone who comes to our office to feel comfortable and cared for. I feel fortunate to be a dermatologist and love what I do”.
Dr. Laub is a nationally recognized expert in rosacea, pigmentation, psoriasis and skin cancer. Also, an innovative leader in reversing sun damage and aging with lasers, botox and dermal fillers resulting in amazing natural results for his clients.
591 Redwood Hwy, Suite 2210 Mill Valley, CA 94941 415.381.6661 laubdermatology.com
CALIFORNIA ORTHOPEDICS & SPINE is Marin’s largest orthopedic and spine practice. We provide leading edge care through fellowship trained physicians and surgeons specializing in sports medicine, shoulder, hand and wrist, foot and ankle, knee and hip joint replacement, fracture care, pain management, neuromodulation, and spinal surgery.
With 24/7 appointment requests and two convenient locations in Larkspur and Novato, we’ve made it simple to visit our specialists. We offer seamless integration of clinical care, digital X-Ray, MRI, durable medical equipment, injection therapy, and physical therapy. Our mission continues to focus on “excellence in motion,” which begins with exploring all conservative options before pursuing invasive procedures.
If surgery is necessary, we use the most innovative and minimally invasive techniques available to get you back to your personal goals as quickly as possible.
Appointment inquiries can be made online 24/7 at www.caorthospine.com or by contacting our call center at 415-927-5300 any time of day.
Fellowship trained orthopedic trauma surgeon, Dr. Nathan Ehmer (not pictured in group photo), joined the COS family in September 2019.
18 Bon Air Road
2 Bon Air Road, Suite 120 Larkspur, CA 94939
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Jonathan Goff, M.D.*, Jamal Shillingford, M.D., Brian Su, M.D.*, Thomas Kim, M.D., Ramo Naidu, M.D.
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Holly Kelly, M.D.*, Michael Oechsel, M.D.*, Daniel Solomon, M.D.*, David Goltz, M.D.*, Mark Lawler, M.D.*, Elizabeth Dailey, M.D.*, Ernest Sponzilli, M.D.*, Paul Kim, M.D.*
* Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2020 list.
Nathan Ehmer, Fellowship-trained ORGANIZATIONWHEN IT COMES TO ORTHOPEDIC AND SPORTS-RELATED INJURIES, there’s only one name you can trust – California Pacific Orthopaedics. Whether you’re a weekend warrior, seasoned professional athlete or suffer from everyday joint pain, our experienced team is here to get you feeling like new. After all, it’s what we’ve been doing for nearly 50 years.
At California Pacific Orthopaedics, we want our patients to get back to enjoying normal life as quickly as possible. That’s why we have in-house X-ray and MRI – including a state-of-the-art wide-bore 3 Tesla MRI. Our wide-bore MRI allows for a quicker scan and a roomier experience for patients. And, we are now offering evening and weekend appointments! We accept most major insurance plans. We look forward to serving you at one of our four offices. Visit calpacortho.com for more information.
1099 D Street, Suite 105 San Rafael, CA 94901 3838 California Street, Suites 108, 516, 715 San Francisco, CA 94118 415.668.8010 calpacortho.com
Back row: Keith C. Donatto, MD*, John P. Belzer, MD*, Mark A. Schrumpf, MD*, Frank H. Valone, III, MD*, Jon A. Dickinson, MD*, Christopher V. Cox, MD*
Front row: Lindsey C. Valone, MD*, James D. Kelly, II, MD*, Keith W. Chan, MD*, Peter W. Callander, MD*, Robert E. Mayle, Jr, MD*, W. Scott Green, MD*, Mark I. Ignatius, DO*
Not pictured: H. Relton McCarroll, MD*, Adrian J. Rawlinson, MD
* Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2020 list.
Socially distanced sipping and cheese sampling at Domain Carneros
THE SUMMER GETAWAY season won’t be the same until the Wine Country fully reopens, but fortunately many wineries in Napa and Sonoma counties are already welcoming guests, with a new emphasis on outdoor tasting and dining experiences. Note: At press time, the two regions were still on different timetables for restarting leisure travel—as was Marin—so check with the relevant visitors bureau or your local health department for details on what’s currently allowed.
Parties of up to six can enjoy tasting flights ($40-$50) at Domaine Carneros, provided they make a reservation and observe the guideline of 6-foot social distancing from other guests—easy to do given the Napa chateau’s newly spaced tables. Guests also need to wear face masks when not sipping wine or nibbling on the optional cheese plate ($22). The four-wine tastings last no longer than 90 minutes, to allow for cleaning
time, with appointments avail able from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Not ready to travel? Order three or more bottles of wine, and Domaine Carneros will schedule a private half-hour Zoom session for you with one of its wine educators. domainecarneros.com
Those who want to spend the night after a day of tasting may appreciate the new contactless check-in, which includes masks to use during your stay, at Carneros Resort & Spa . Although daily
maid service has been swapped for bagged fresh towels and sheets on demand, in-room amenities in its 103 cottages and homes (from $840) include a new Plum wine dispenser for wine by the glass from local vintners. The public can also enjoy indoor or outdoor dining at Boon Fly Café and Farm at Carneros, with tables suitably distanced. carnerosresort.com
The Setting Inn , a new bedand-breakfast inn in Napa (from $349), has its origins in a 1901 farmhouse that now sits on a 1-acre plot near Hwy. 29 and wineries. All guests receive pri vate wine tastings of the owners’ Setting Wines in the Barn Lounge and daily breakfast from Bouchon Bakery delivered to their room, with e-bikes available for cruising to nearby Yountville’s shops and restaurants. thesettinginn.com
NAPA
Founded in 1861, Charles Krug bills itself as Napa Valley’s oldest wine estate, which the Mondavi family has run since 1943. The St. Helena winery now offers a
very modern convenience: out door cabanas with Wi-Fi, which allow for safe spacing of guests as well as posting selfies. They’re available for tastings by appointment only; book a winery tour and enjoy a pairing with a cheese board from Tre Posti in the cabana afterward. Larger groups may reserve a double cabana. You can still enjoy a tasting inside, just with fewer people around you. charleskrug.com
Reservations are also required for tastings at Inglenook , founded in 1879 in Rutherford. Its redesigned layout allows for greater spacing of guests among the estate’s ample courtyard, private rooms and cellars, while those who really cherish their privacy can opt to rent the entire chateau and courtyard for half a day, with dinner or lunch included. Virtual tastings will also continue throughout the year, according to Catherine Durand, Inglenook’s estate president. “We think it has evolved into a whole new form of entertainment,” Durand noted. inglenook.com
St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery is also adopting the appointments-only policy to help ensure social distancing. The Rutherford winery has added seating to its French-style courtyard to allow tastings there as well as in its private rooms. As a bonus, tastings include the “My Virtú” experience, in which guests create their own blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc, receiving a bottle of it to take home. In the meantime, catch up with videos of virtual tastings and the recipes for their seafood pairings through links on its website. stsupery.com
In Calistoga, Amici Cellars has partnered with nearby winer ies, restaurants and the Cottage Grove Inn (offering individual units and contactless check-in) to create one- and two-night road trip itineraries. Accompanied by a Spotify playlist designed by winemaker Tony Biagi, the Cellars’ schedule includes free tastings at Amici, Saint Helena Winery and Cimarossa, provided all three are reserved, and “Amici Cellars’ Summer Playlist” is mentioned while booking. Available through Sept. 8, the Summer Playlist option also include discounts at the Pickled Pig and the Cottage Grove Inn in Calistoga and Cook St. Helena. Email tastingroom@ amicicellars.com or call (707) 967-9560.
SONOMA
In late May, Sonoma County relaxed restrictions on wineries that serve food, allowing them to do so outdoors. Jordan Vineyard & Winery in Healdsburg quickly rose to the challenge with a series
of picnics (with or without hikes), socially distanced outdoor tast ings with charcuterie pairings, and lunches on a shaded terrace.
Jordan’s Vineyard Hikes, offered at 9 and 9:30 a.m. Thursday through Sunday through Sept. 6, start with snacks before a 4-mile loop hike that includes rolling terrain, olive orchards, pastures and the chef’s garden and apiary. The 3-hour experience ($110 per person, maximum 10 people per hike) ends with a charcuterie picnic and wine pairings at individual tables. You don’t have to hike to enjoy charcuterie, olives and nuts with Jordan Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon in the Chateau Block Vineyard Tasting ($75), but seating at individual tables in the vineyard is limited to ensure distancing. The seasonal pairing experience takes place at 10:30 a.m. Thursday through Monday through Oct. 31.
On Jordan’s Picnic Days — July 18 and 24-25, and Aug. 29-30 — guests can pick one of the wellspaced blankets on the lawn and enjoy a stocked picnic basket, wines and additional provisions during their carefully staggered time slot between 11:45 a.m. and 2 p.m. ($95 per person.) Prefer bistro-style seating? Jordan’s new Paris on the Terrace serves a brasserie-inspired set lunch menu with wine pairings ($110 per person) under shady oaks at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Thursday through Monday through Sept. 7. The terrace will also host Pizza Nights on July 167 and 31, with bistro tables surrounding a wood-fired oven. jordanwinery.com
For the latest updates on health restrictions affecting Sonoma and Napa Valley, visit sonomavalley. com or visitnapavalley.com.
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BY ISABELLA GRIFFIN-MASRISHELTER-IN-PLACE HAS MADE most of us somewhat stir crazy, and one of the biggest losses is not being able to experience the county as we normally would. A large part of the Marin experience — aside from nature — is the artisan food scene, so we checked in on some of our local cheesemongers for current updates. All the following West Marin businesses are open and ready to satiate your cravings. Enjoy!
The Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company, set on the expanse of the hundred-year-old Giacomini Ranch and supplied by a herd of Holstein cows, is run by Jill Giacomini Basch, Lynn Giacomini Stray and Diana Giacomini Hagan. They carry the legacy of their grandfather, Tobias Giacomini, who founded the ranch, with their efforts towards renewable energy, car bon sequestration and water
conservation. In addition, they prioritize employee wellbeing, women’s empowerment, which earned them membership in the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, and involvement in the community, which they achieve by donating cheese or tours of the ranch. Their cheeses are available in stores around Marin, including Good Earth, Woodlands Markets, and Mollie Stone’s Markets.
BEST SELLER: Original Blue Cheese HOURS : Free overnight shipping of their products to locations in Northern California between
June and September. Enjoy Zoom cheese tastings a few days a week at 5 p.m. In-person tours and tastings resume on June 30th or according to the direction of the county, pointreyescheese.com
In the 1990s, Sue Conley and Peggy Smith moved from San Francisco, in whose culinary scene they had been immersed, to Point Reyes, and founded Tomales Bay Foods to bring the bounty of West Marin to the city. Inspired by the small cheesemaking area at the front of their shop, they began experimenting using milk from the nearby Straus Dairy. Thus began Cowgirl Creamery. Almost 30 years later, the pair has expanded their business to two creameries and products available in 500 stores across the country, including Good Earth and Woodlands Markets in Marin. They continue to source from the local artisans of West Marin, using Bivalve Dairy and Straus Dairy for their cheeses and Allstar Organics for their herbs and spices. An active part of its community, Cowgirl Creamery belongs to the American Cheese Society (a group that celebrates cheese) and works with Marin Agricultural Land Trust. In addition to their original shop, they have a location in the San Francisco Ferry, at which customers can buy prepared foods or fresh cheeses.
BEST SELLER: The Mt Tam cheese HOURS : The Cheese Shop at the SF Ferry Building is open Tuesday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., for pickup and delivery. The Sidekick Cafe at SF Ferry Building is open Saturdays 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for pickup. The Point Reyes Shop is open Wednesday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday to Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., selling prepared
food and allowing customers to come in following proper social distancing measures.
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Since its establishment in 2009, Ramini Mozzarella, owned by Audrey Hitchcock, has been supplying communities in and around Marin with their cheeses. They use milk from the 68 water buffalo, all named after rock stars, who live and graze on their ranch in Tomales. Although they are more widely known for their mozzarella di bufala, Ramini also makes a ricotta that is equally popular despite being in more limited stock. They supply 54 Mint and Montesacro, both in San Francisco, or in Pizzalina in San Anselmo. Ramini products can also be found at the farmers markets in Sebastopol, Marin Country Mart in Larkspur, and Santa Rosa, with plans to go to the Civic Center in San Rafael starting on June 20th.
HOURS : Grocery markets: Woodlands 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, Oliver’s 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, Farm Stand 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday to Sunday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, and Palace 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
Farmers markets: Sebastopol 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sundays, Larkspur 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays, Santa Rosa on Wednesdays and Saturdays 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., and San Rafael 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sundays. raminimozzarella.com
CREAMERY
5488 Middle Rd., Tomales
Since April 2013, Tomales Farmstead Creamery has been making cheeses from the goats, sheep, and cows in Tomales. Based on Tomales Farms, they honor the history of the land and
Cowgirl Creamery
the Coastal Miwok tribes who were its first cultivators by giving their cheeses names from the Coastal Miwok language and by committing to sustainable agriculture. Although their guided tours (Sundays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.), private tours, and tours with Food & Farm Tours don’t resume until August, customers can find their products in grocery stores such as Good Earth, Driver’s Market, Palace Markets, and Whole Foods; farmers markets at the Agricultural Center of Marin and in downtown Tomales; and restaurants such as Osteria Stellina.
BEST SELLER: The Teleeka cheese (which means “three” in Coast Miwok)
HOURS : ACM Farmers Market Thursdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tomales market Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Good Earth daily 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Whole Foods daily 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Driver’s daily 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Palace daily 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. tolumafarms.com/creamery
Stunning Landmark Estate
Our 137 year old estate has expansive outdoor areas surrounded by stunning vineyard views.
Award-Winning Wines
From the winery of America’s First Petite Sirah and A Founding Family of California Cabernet Sauvignon ConcannonVineyard.com | 4590 Tesla Road, Livermore, CA 94550 | Ph. 925.456.2505 ©2020 Concannon Vineyard, Livermore, CA
Pt. Reyes Farmstead blue cheese
Walking into the newly built three-story building dedicated to the expanding Restoration Hardware empire means engaging with the Marin-launched brand, now known as RH, in surround sound. Plush sofas and marble tables feel familiar to fans of the brand who will recognize the neutral-colored fabrics and California-sized furniture from their store at the Village at Corte Madera mall (which will close when RH Marin opens). Ride up the golden-hued elevator to the top floor where a restaurant bedecked in RH style, extends the brand from a retail experience to one where guests can linger over a shaved vegetable salad or a truffled grilled cheese sandwich on Panorama Bakery sourdough. This rooftop sunroom boasts glass ceilings and walls for an epic view of Mount Tam and a feeling of floating above it all. Walk under the glittery chandeliers through the sliding glass doors where comfy chairs from RH’s Costa and Aegean furniture collections are amply spaced on the outdoor terrace for privacy and to conform with county mandates for wellness during COVID times. Order one of the 40 wines from the internationally-curated wine list or try the RH Bellini with peach puree before diving into the RH Burger, a best-seller at RH’s nine other embedded restaurants around the country. A morning menu includes avocado toast, topped with Brokaw avocadoes, and the RH Scramble, both easily paired with a matcha latte or a Trumer Pilsner. Thus sated, explore the brand’s in-house design studio or browse the rugs, bathroom fixtures, and bedding on your way back downstairs.
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WHO RH Chairman & Chief Executive Officer and Belvedere-Tiburon resident, Gary Friedman
WHAT RH Marin re-imagines retail as an immersive experience, complete with food and drinks. WHERE 1750 Redwood Highway, Corte Madera, restorationhardware.com $$, BLD, wine and beer, outdoor seating
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CHEERS TO OUR LOCAL RESTAURANTS FOR STAYING OPEN AND PIVOTING TO TAKE-OUT AND DELIVERY ONLY. WE LOOK FORWARD TO THE DAYS WHEN WE HAVE TO MAKE RESERVATIONS ON A BUSY THURSDAY NIGHT, UNTIL THEN, PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR FAVORITE LOCAL RESTAURANT. WHILE DELIVERY CAN BE DONE THROUGH MANY POPULAR APPS, THE BEST PRICING TENDS TO BE THROUGH THE RESTAURANT — AND THEY GET TO KEEP MORE OF THE MONEY — SO CALL DIRECTLY TO PLACE ORDERS FOR PICKUP OR DELIVERY.
Benissimo Italian COVID-19 Update: Take out and to go menu available daily 4-10 p.m. The menu offers a large selection of pizza, pasta and large plates, like cioppino, fresh fishes of the day, T-bone steaks and the signature Benissimo Burger or portobello burger. 18 Tamalpais Drive, Corte Madera, 415.927.2316, benissimos.com
Burmatown Asian COVID-19 Update: : Open for takeout, Tuesdays–Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. or delivery 3–7 p.m. The small home-style Asian fusion restaurant offers fresh, light meals like tea leaf salad and basil shrimp stir-fry, as well as curries, coconut rice and chili-garlic green beans. Extra heat optional. 60 Corte Madera Ave, Corte Madera, 415.945.9096, burmatown.com
Cafe Verde California COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout and delivery daily, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. This revamped cafe offers wraps, paninis, salads, tea and more nearly all day long. 502 Tamalpais Drive, 415.927.1060, cafeverde marin.com
Fieldwork Brewing Pizza COVID-19 Update: Open for outdoor din ing and takeout daily, 12 noon-8 p.m. Curbside pickup and home delivery available. Please call. The latest outpost of the original Berkeley draft house features pizzas, salads and shareable bites (think crispy Brussels sprouts and meatballs) to round out the day’s list of fresh IPAs, pilsners and more. 107 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.891.8273 fieldworkbrewing.com
Il Fornaio Italian COVID-19 Update: Open for outdoor dining and takeout daily, 5-9 p.m. Delivery available daily, 4-9 p.m. Aside from pizzas and pastas, this upscale-Italian fran chise serves a variety of salads and carb-free entrées. 223 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.927.4400, ilfornaio.com
La Maison De La Reine
Vietnamese COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout daily, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. The crunchy cab bage chicken salad with peanuts, fresh spring rolls and pho options are popular picks. 346 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.927.0288, lamaison delareine.com
Marin Joe's Italian COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout daily, 4–8 p.m. Delivery via Dine-In Marin. A Marin mainstay for over 50 years, with a menu of soups, salads, seafood, mesquite-grilled or sautéed meats and a plethora of pasta options. 1585 Casa Buena Drive, Corte Madera, 415.924.2081, marinjoes restaurant.com
Pacific Catch Seafood COVID-19 Update: Open for outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery, Sundays–Thursdays, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fridays–Saturdays, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. The Pacific Rim–inspired restaurant's menu, showcases freshly caught seafood, includes tacos, poke, ceviche, sandwiches, salads, rice bowls, seasonal cocktails, and daily specials. 133 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.927.3474, pacificcatch.com
Pig In A Pickle American COVID19 Update: Open for patio dining, takeout, and curbside service daily, 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Delivery via Dine-In Marin. Fresh and locally sourced brisket, pork, ribs, and chicken get star billing at this Town Center eatery. Sauces are crafted to represent various American bar becue regions, including
Memphis and South Carolina. 341 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.891.3265, piginapicklebbq.com
Zinz Wine Bar California COVID-19 Update: Open for retail bottle sales and local delivery daily, 3-7 p.m. Zinz is an upscale wine bar, retail store and art gallery with a cozy, sophisticated atmo sphere, an eclectic array of boutique wines and craft beer, and light appetizers. The quaint neighborhood space also holds events and happy hours. 207 Corte Madera Ave, 415.927.9466, zinzwinebar.com
Barefoot Cafe American COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout daily, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. and 4-8 p.m. Tony Senehi prepares fresh California dishes with local organic ingredients from sustainable sources. 1900 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.460.2160, barefootcafe.com
Fradelizio's Italian COVID-19 Update: Take out and contactless curbside available Wednesdays–Mondays, 3-8 p.m. Fradelizio’s blends Northern Italian with California-inspired healthy fare, featuring natural beef and freerange chicken dishes.
35 Broadway Blvd, 415.459.1618, fradelizios.com
The Hummingbird American COVID-19 Update: Take out available daily, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Delivery via GrubHub, Uber Eats, or Seamless. This New Orleans–style restaurant serves up creole staples like fried chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, po’boys, gumbo, and beignets. 57 Broadway Blvd, 415.457.9866
Iron Springs Pub & Brewery American COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout, Mondays and Thursdays, 4-8 p.m., Fridays–Sundays 2-8 p.m. Pair your pick from the extensive beer list with an ale-braised bar becue pork sandwich, shrimp tacos or the house-ground-chicken bacon cheeseburger. 765 Center Blvd, 415.485.1005, ironspringspub.com
The Lodge American COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining and takeout, Tuesdays–Sundays, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Delivery via Uber Eats and Door Dash. Beer, cider and wine to go in Growlers and Cans. The Lodge features all-American eats like a breakfast burrito stuffed with eggs, spinach and
salsa; share plates like a sausage board served with Lodge tots and slaw; and pour-over coffee and draft beer for riders and hikers alike. 1573 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.991.5625, thelodgefairfax.com
Mas Masa Mexican COVID-19 Update: Take out available, Fridays–Sundays, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Chef and owner Patrick Sheehy focuses on the ancient technique of corn nixtamalization, using organic, non-GMO blue corn to make its handmade tortillas. The beer and wine lists highlight local California microbreweries and wineries. 31 Bolinas Road, 415.529.5444, eatmasmasa.com
Sorella Caffe Italian COVID-19 Update: Take out available, Tuesdays–Sundays, 4:30-8 p.m. Customer favorites include the cioppino, butternut squash ravioli, and Pollo alla Sorella. 107 Bolinas Road, 415.258.4520, sorellacaffe.com
Split Rock Tap & Wheel American COVID19 Update: Cafe and Taproom open for outdoor dining and takeout, Mondays–Fridays, 4-8 p.m.; Saturdays–Sundays, 12 noon-8 p.m. Menu items include pizzas, sandwiches,
and snacks like citrusmarinated olives or house-made pickles. Beers on tap are almost all exclusively local favorites. 2020 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.721.7644, splitrocktapandwheel.com
Village Sake Japanese COVID-19 Update: Open for pre-order take-out and delivery bento boxes, Thursdays–Sundays, 4:30-7 p.m. Beloved former Sushi Ran chef Scott Whitman opened this izakaya, a Japanese style com munity pub, with sushi and skewers, salads and small plates, plus tasty sake and craft beers. 19 Bolinas Road, 415.521.5790, villagesake.com
Way Station American COVID-19 Update: Outdoor dining, takeout and delivery available, Tuesdays–Fridays, 4-9 p.m.; Saturdays–Sundays, 12 noon-9 p.m. Delivery in Fairfax and San Anselmo resi dents via TOWN FLYR program; or GrubHub, DoorDash, UberEats. The ‘cue gets all the love but salads, flatbread piz zas, and a wide selection of tapped and bottled beers plus wines round out the menu. 2001 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Fairfax, 415.300.3099, waystationmarin.com
Backstage California COVID-19 Update: Open for patio seating (reservations suggested, please call or use Open Table) and takeout, Tuesdays–Thursdays, 4-9 p.m.; Fridays–Saturdays, 4-9:30 p.m.; Sundays, 4-7:30 p.m. Nestled in downtown Larkspur, Backstage is a comfortable, sociable setting for wine tasting and
light appetizers. Flights of exclusive picks from small-scale California vineyards bring wine country closer to Marin. 295 Magnolia Ave, 415.898.6778, backstagewines.com
El Huarache Loco Mexican COVID-19
Update:Take out only, Mondays–Thursdays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Fridays–Sundays, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. The menu has gained quite a following for the authentic Mexico City dishes. From mini huaraches (filled corn masa cakes) to the footlong huarache with two salsas, crema, queso fresco and two toppings of your choice. 1803 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.925.1403, huaracheloco.com
Emporio Rulli Italian COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout daily, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Renowned for its Northern Italian specialties and treats, the Larkspur location (there are four others) is a favored spot for lunch as well as coffee and a sweet treat. 464 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.7478, rulli.com
Farm House Local California COVID-19
Update: Open for patio dining, takeout and contactless curbside delivery daily, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. The seasonal menu, inspired by American classics, includes biscuits and gravy; a “BLAT” (with avocado) sandwich; and a daily fluffy omelet stuffed with local meats, vegetables, and artisanal cheeses. 25 Ward St, 415.891.8577, farmhouselocal.com
Farmshop American COVID-19 Update: Patio dining daily, 5:30-9 p.m. Take out and curbside
pickup available daily, 4-9 p.m. Located in the Marin Country Mart since 2013, Farmshop Marin has become a top spot here in the county and earns raves for its avocado hummus. 2233 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.755.6700, farmshopca.com
Left Bank Restaurant French COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining and takeout, Mondays–Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fridays–Saturdays, 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Delivery with DoorDash and Uber Eats. This authentically classic brasserie has been serving the Larkspur community for more than two decades. 507 Magnolia Ave, 415.927.3331, leftbank.com
Marin Brewing Co. American COVID-19 update: Open for patio dining, takeout beer and food, Sundays–Thursdays, 12 noon-7 p.m.; Fridays–Saturdays, 12 noon-9 p.m. Grab a cold beer made on-site and pair it with fish ’n’ chips — in this case, fresh cod dipped in Mt. Tam pale ale bat ter, served with steak fries and homemade tartar sauce — or anything from the allAmerican menu. 1809 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.461.4677, marinbrewing.com
Perry's American COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining (reservations strongly recommend, please call to reserve) and takeout, Mondays–Thursdays, 3-9 p.m.; Fridays–Sundays, Bruch 12 noon-3 p.m., Dinner, 3-9 p.m. Delivery via Caviar. Perry's on Magnolia has the quintessentially
American fare, bustling bar and warm personal ity the San Francisco original has always been famous for. 234 Magnolia Ave, 415.927.1877, perryssf.com
Pizzeria Picco Pizza COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining and takeout, MondaysThursdays, 5-8 p.m.; Fridays–Sundays, 12 noon-8 p.m. Delivery via Dine-In Marin. This upscale parlor next door to Picco in downtown Larkspur offers Californiainfluenced Neapolitan pizzas cooked in a wood-burning pizza oven. 316 Magnolia Ave, 415.945.8900, pizzeriapicco.com
Roma SF Italian COVID19 Update: Open for patio dining, takeout, and contactless curb side (please call for reservations or to order), daily, 12 noon-9 p.m. Delivery via Caviar, Uber Eats, and DoorDash. Oval-shaped pizza, fried rice balls, burrata with artichoke hearts, and pasta with fresh pear and Gorgonzola are just a few of the dishes that reflect the regional Roman ingre dients and style of this sister restaurant to the San Francisco origi nal. 286 Magnolia Ave, 415.896.4002, romasf.com
Rustic Bakery California COVID-19 Update: Open daily, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. for counter orders to-go or curbside delivery via phone or ChowNow. Delivery via Caviar and DoorDash. Catering via ezCater. Organic bread, croissants and pastries baked fresh each morning and salads, sandwiches, and soups for lunch make Rustic a local staple.
1139 Magnolia Ave, 415.925.1556; Marin Country Mart, 2017 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.461.9900, rusticbakery.com
Boo Koo Asian COVID19 Update: Open for takeout and delivery daily, 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. This locally owned restaurant creates healthy meals that blend equal parts California fresh with Southeast Asian–inspired street food. 25 Miller Ave, 415.888.8303, eatbookoo.com
Buckeye Roadhouse American COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining, takeout , and contactless curbside, Mondays–Thursdays, 4-8 p.m.; Fridays–Sundays, 12 noon-8 p.m. Delivery via Dine-In Marin. Coffee Cart Mondays–Fridays 6-10 a.m. Oysters Bingo, baby back ribs, and chili-lime “brick” chicken are a few of the satisfying comfort-food menu items that have made this classic roadhouse a favorite since the ’30s. 15 Shoreline Highway, 415.331.2600, buckeye roadhouse.com
Cafe Del Soul California COVID-19 Update: Take out available, Mondays–Saturdays, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Once you stop in for the deliciously fresh quinoa wrap, you’ll want to return to try the chipotle rice bowl. A casual lunch spot and great for takeout, Cafe del Soul also serves smoothies and pressed juices. 247 Shoreline Highway, 415.388.1852, cafedelsoul.net
Flour Craft Bakery American COVID-19 Update: Open for outdoor dining and takeout, Tuesdays–Sundays, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Delivery via Caviar. The brainchild of pastry chef Heather Hardcastle, this second location, in the bright and airy renovated Lumber Yard, offers not only gluten-free baked goods but sandwiches, salads, and takeout. The first location is in San Anselmo. 129 Miller Ave, 415.384.8244, flourcraft bakery.com
Gravity Tavern American COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining, takeout, and curbside pickup daily, 12 noon-8 p.m. Order here. Delivery via UberEats, Postmates and DoorDash. American classics like grilled chicken Waldorf salad with pickled grapes, lobster roll with toasted challah and veggie slaw, and a land and sea pasta with house-made egg pasta, pork belly and crab may have also been familiar fare for passen gers of the gravity car for which this saloon was named. 38 Miller Ave, 415.888.2108, gravity tavern.com
Hook Fish Co Seafood COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining and takeout daily, 4-8 p.m. The spot’s outdoor beer garden adjacent to Mill Valley’s Proof Lab has 13 taps, but the draw at this counter-service joint is the seafood. The transparent supply chain means you can enjoy the poke, fish and chips or fish tacos secure in the knowledge of exactly where and on what boat your meal came from. 254 Shoreline Highway, hookfishco.com
Joe’s Taco Lounge Mexican COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout, Mondays–Fridays, 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Saturdays–Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Cup of Joe's, Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-12 p.m. Joe’s serves up fish tacos, burritos and enchiladas as well as more unusual items like Mexican pizza, tofu tostada, and crab tostadas. 382 Miller Ave, 415.383. 8164, joestacolounge.com
Piazza D’Angelo Italian COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining (walk-in only) and takeout (including items from their new Alimentari) daily, 4-8 p.m. Delivery via DoorDash, Dine-In Marin and Uber Eats. Enjoy a variety of housemade pastas, meat and seafood dishes, wood-fired pizzas, and gluten-free offerings with organic and locally sourced ingredients. 22 Miller Ave, 415.388.2000, piazzadangelo.com
Prabh Indian Kitchen Indian COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout, call for hours. Delivery via Uber Eats, DoorDash, Caviar, GrubHub. This restaurant emphasizes healthy, organic, sustainable eating in choices like chicken pakora, veg etable biryani, and basil garlic naan foods, with options for the vegan and glutenfree. 24 Sunnyside Ave, 415.384.8241, prabhindian kitchen.com
Shoreline Coffee Shop American COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout daily, 7:15 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Order online via shorelinecoffeeshop. com. Tucked away in a parking lot at Tam
Junction, this coffee shop is a funky diner with a small-town feel. Check out the mix of Mexican and traditional breakfast fare. 221 Shoreline Highway, 415.388.9085, shoreline coffeeshop.com
Sol Food Puerto Rican COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout daily, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Delivery via Caviar. This Marin favorite has opened in Mill Valley, still serving up everyone’s favorite Puerto Rican cuisine. The line can get long, but the food is well worth it. 401 Miller Ave, 415.380.1986, solfoodrestaurant.com
Sweetwater Music Hall Cafe American COVID19 Update: Open for takeout, Thursdays–Sundays, 2-8 p.m. Live music on the patio 3-6 p.m. Located at the entrance of Sweetwater Music Hall, the cafe is dedicated to the FLOSS philosophy: Fresh, Local, Organic, Seasonal and Sustainable. Offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, the menu includes brown-butter scrambled eggs on avocado toast, crispy potato-ricotta gnocchi, and vegan Thai spring rolls with sweet-and-sour sauce. 19 Corte Madera Ave, 415.388.3850, sweet watermusichall.com
Tamalpie Italian COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining and takeout with curbside service upon request, Mondays–Fridays, 4 to 9 p.m.; Saturdays–Sundays, 12 noon-9 p.m. Delivery via UberEats, DoorDash and Dine-in-Marin. The food is Italian home cooking with the daily modern inspiration of locally sourced seasonal
ingredients found in the salads, house-made pastas, and crispy Neapolitan-style pizza, with a selection of beer and wine to match. 477 Miller Ave, 415.388.7437, tamalpiepizza.com
Vasco Italian COVID-19 update: Open for takeout daily, 5-8 p.m. Try one of the pasta dishes or thin-crust wood-fired pizzas. 106 Throckmorton Ave, 415.381.3343, vasco millvalley.com
Watershed California COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining and takeout daily, 12 noon–8 p.m. The Stemple Creek Ranch burger and fresh pastas are matched with a bevy of simply prepared, easy to share dishes (like spicy rock cod lettuce cups or lamb riblets) that reflect chef Kyle Swain’s careful sourc ing and focus on local flavor. 129 Miller Ave, 415.888.2406, watershedmv.com
West Coast Wine Cheese California COVID-19 Update: Delivery to San Francisco and Marin County weekdays only. Place your order over email to chris@ westcoastsf.com, or by texting to 415.577.9357. Orders received by 10 a.m. will be delivered the same day. Focused on small production wine makers, the wine menu features a bottle list with over 300 selections, wines by the glass that change weekly as well as C alifornia, Oregon and Washington beers on draft and by the bottle. 31 Sunnyside Ave, 415.758.3408, westcoastsf.com
Beso Bistro and Wine Bar California COVID19 Update: Open for patio dining and takeout, Tuesdays–Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5:30-9 p.m.; Saturdays–Sundays, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5-9 p.m. Reservations recom mended. This Hamiton Field bistro highlights locally sourced organic produce, fresh sustainable seafood, and pasture-raised and freerange meat. 502 S Palm Drive, besobistro.com
Boca Tavern American COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining and takeout, daily 12 noon-9 p.m. Delivery via GrubHub. Favorites include bigeye tuna poke, Dungeness crab cakes, mac ’n’ cheese croquettes, and duck-fat fries. From the woodburning grill, there’s fresh fish, shrimp, and dry-aged ribeye. On Tuesdays, wine is half off. 340 Ignacio Blvd, 415.883.0901, bocasteak.com
Chianti Cucina Italian COVID-19 Update: Take out available, Sundays–Thursdays, 4:30-7:30 p.m. and Frdays–Saturdays, 4:30-8 p.m. Order via phone or app. A 15% discount on all orders. This eatery offers an array of Italian and American dishes, including a long list of pastas; try the house-made ravioli cooked up by chef Edgar DeLon. 7416 Redwood Highway, 415.878.0314, chiantinovato.com
Rustic Bakery California COVID-19 Update: Open daily, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. for counter orders to-go or curbside delivery via phone or ChowNow. Delivery via Caviar and
DoorDash. Catering via ezCater. Organic pastries, breads, salads, and sandwiches are on the menu here, including daily seasonal specials. Try the Marin Melt — Cowgirl Creamery’s Mt. Tam and Point Reyes
Toma cheeses grilled on honey whole wheat, served with dressed baby greens and crisp apple slices. 1407 Grant Ave, 415.878.4952, rusticbakery.com
Baan Thai Cuisine Thai COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout and curbside pickup, Tuesdays–Saturdays, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5pm-10pm; Sundays 12:30-9 p.m. Please call to order. Known for its mango sticky rice, this
restaurant is commit ted to serving fresh, local and seasonal food. Warm up with the tom kha soup or stave off the heat with a lychee iced tea. 726 San Anselmo Ave, 415.457.9470, baanthaimarin.com
Cucina sa Italian COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining and takeout, daily 4-8 p.m. Delivery 4:30-8 p.m. Homemade pastas, seasonal salads, and wood-fired pizzas strike a balance between southern Italy and northern California at Cucina. 510 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.2942, cucina-sa.com
Flour Craft Bakery American COVID-19 Update: Take out only, Wednesdays–Sundays, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Along
with artisan gluten-free pastries, breads, and special-occasion cakes, this place serves lunch, with dairy-free and vegan choices available. Customer favorites include oatmeal choco late chip cookies, decadent cinnamon rolls, flourless hazelnut brownies, and the bakery’s signature granola. 702 San Anselmo Ave, 415.453.3100, flour craftbakery.com
Insalata’s Mediterranean COVID19 Update: Take out available daily, 11 a.m.6:30 p.m. (order by 4 p.m.). Award-winning chef Heidi Krahling’s restaurant features delicious, soulful Mediterranean fare, as well as food-to-go at a counter inside.120 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.457.7700, insalatas.com
Madcap California COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout and curb side pickup for dinner, Tuesdays–Saturdays for pick-up 5–7 p.m. Order here. The vegetable-centric menu incorporates seafood and local ingredients, fusing California and Japanese cuisines in colorful dishes that are bold, balanced and bright. 198 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.453.9898, madcapmarin.com
Marche Aux Fleurs French COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining (reserva tions required and a 75 minute limit), takeout and curbside pickup, Tuesdays–Saturdays, 4-7:30 p.m. Delivery
via Caviar or Uber Eats. Online store for grocer ies and other provisions can be picked up 4-5 p.m. for grocery provisions or dinner Tues-Sat 4-7:30 p.m. A local favorite known for cuisine showcasing locally farmed produce, wild and fresh seafood and free-range meats prepared with an artisan’s touch, accompanied by a lengthy wine and beer list (bacon, wine, and beer are available for sale). 23 Ross Common, 415.925.9200, marcheauxfleurs restaurant.com
Pizzalina Italian COVID19 Update: Open with full menu for patio dining, takeout, curbside, or delivery, daily 12-8 p.m. Along with handmade pizzas baked in a wood oven, you’ll find classic
shrimp risotto and a caprese salad with mozzarella di bufala. Menus change daily according to seasonal markets but always include salads, antipastos, house-made pasta, and main dishes. 914 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.256.9780, pizzalina.com
Sushi 69 Japanese COVID-19 Update : Open for takeout, Mondays–Saturdays, 3-8 p.m. Opened in 2001 in San Anselmo, Sushi 69 features traditional tempura and the popular Hiro’s roll (spicy tuna with avocado, salmon and ponzu sauce wrapped in sushi rice). 69 Center Blvd, 415.459.6969, shallwego69.com
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Amici’s East Coast Pizzeria California COVID-19 Update : Open daily, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. for delivery, pickup, and contactless curb side. Place orders via the website, phone, or mobile ordering app. A wide array of thin-crust pizzas, freshly made pastas, and salads are the ticket here, along with flame-roasted lemon chicken wings. Gluten-free pizza crust is available. 1242 Fourth St, 415.455.9777, amicis.com
Brazilian Breads Brazilian COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout and delivery daily, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. See menu of prepared meals and pantry items online. Frozen cheese breads also available from Good Eggs. Naturally glutenfree cheesy bread and tapioca crepes pair well with Brazil’s native acai bowls, coffee and desserts or build your own sandwich with linguica or roasted eggplant. 20 Medway Rd, San Rafael, 510.647.8894, brazilian breads.com
Il Davide Italian COVID19 Update: Open for curbside pick-up and delivery, Tuesdays–Saturdays, 3-7:30 p.m. The large selection of innovative and classic Tuscan dishes and house-made pasta has kept locals coming back for years. Ingredients are organic and locally sourced where possible, and there’s a vast selection of both Italian and California wines by the glass. 901 A St, 415.454.8080, ildavide.net
LaVier Cusine Mexican COVID-19 Update: Open daily, 11 a.m.-6
p.m., phone in orders for curbside pickup. Try the popular puffy fish tacos with slaw and black beans. Brunch is served on weekends until 2 p.m. 1025 C St, 415.295.7990, lavierlatinfusion.com
Los Moles Mexican COVID-19 update: Open daily for takeout and delivery, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Los Moles offers traditional pueblo Mexican cuisine, with — you guessed it — a variety of different moles to enhance your dish. Offering brunch, lunch, dinner and party options, Los Moles’ menu includes enmoladas, tacos, pollo al horno, carne asada, flan and much more. 912 Lincoln Ave, 415.453.5850, losmoles.com
McInnis Park Golf Club Restaurant American COVID-19 Update: Patio dining, takeout and delivery available daily, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Grab a meal prepared by chef Chris Harman before or after hitting the driving range (or even without picking up a club).
Outdoor seating is popu lar, as is the full bar, with a selection of premium Scotches, small-batch bourbons and more than 50 wines from California vineyards. McInnis Park, 415.491.5959, mcinnis parkgolfcenter.com
Michael’s Sourdough American COVID19 Update: Open Mondays–Fridays, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for takeout only. The bread is made on site and is said to have magical qualities. It better as it is the only holder for the overstuffed wonders served at this Best of the County winner. Fans return over and over to the San Rafael and
Novato locations for their faves, ordered by number, then swoon over the huge sandos piled with meat, cheese and enough shredded lettuce to ooze out the sides and onto your lap. 999 Andersen Drive, Ste. 165, 415.485.0964, michaelssourdough sanrafael.com
Mulberry Street Pizzeria Italian COVID19 Update: Open for takeout and delivery only, Mondays–Fridays, 11:15 a.m.-8:15 p.m., Saturdays, 12:30-9:15 p.m.; Sundays, 1:30-8:15 p.m. Chef Ted Rowe won first place in the Food Network Television Pizza Challenge, Season 5 with his For the Love of Mushroom pizza — sautéed mushrooms in a creamy garlic sauce and a red wine reduction atop a fresh crust. Be sure to try other unique pies, like the spicy Three Beer pizza. 101 Smith Ranch Road, 415.472.7272, mulberrystreetpizzasan rafael.com
RangeCafe American COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining (reservations recom mended–please call to reserve a table), takeout and delivery daily, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Call or order online. The cuisine is local, seasonal and made with naturally raised ingredients. 333 Biscayne Drive, 415.454.6450, rangecafe.net
Shiro Kuma Japanese COVID-19 Update: Open daily for takeout, 4:30-9 p.m. Delivery by Uber Eats or DoorDash. Popular weekly specials include hamachi jalapeño and the omakase (chef’s choice) dinner. 1518 Fourth St, 415.295.7464, sushishiro kuma.com
Sol Food Puerto Rican COVID-19 update: Open daily, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. for pickup, call or order online. Favorites include the bistec sandwich, mofongo and other fried plantain dishes, but anything tastes good with a dash of the signature hot sauce, also for sale by the bottle (as is the lemon-garlic salad dressing). 901 Lincoln Ave, 415.451.4765, sol foodrestaurant.com
Uchiwa Ramen Japanese COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout or curbside delivery, MondaysSaturdays, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5:30-8:30 p.m. Order via website or phone. For delivery, order via Dine-In Marin (GrubHub), Caviar, DoorDash and Uber Eats. Uchiwa is beloved by ramen enthusiasts for its rich broths, fresh noodles, and a wide assortment of appetiz ers. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available. 821 B St, 415.991.3693, uchiwaramen.com
Vin Antico American COVID-19 Update: Open Tuesdays–Saturdays, 4:30-8 p.m., for takeout and curbside pickup. Vin Antico, “where passion meets the plate,” serves seasonal market-inspired cuisine like stoneoven-baked flatbreads, handmade pastas and organic salads, all innovatively prepared. 881 Fourth St, 415.721.0600, vinantico.com
Angelino Restaurant Italian COVID-19 Update: Patio dining and takeout available Tuesdays–Sundays, 5-9 p.m., orders taken via phone. Angelino Pastry
Bar (with classic croissants and focaccia and a raspberry-polenta Pop Tart), is open for pick-up at 8 a.m., Tuesdays–Sundays. Authentic Italian eatery with handmade pastas and seasonal antipasti, showcasing cuisine of the Campania region for more than 20 years. 621 Bridgeway, 415.331.5225, angelinorestaurant.com
Arawan Thai Thai COVID-19 Update: Open for pickup or delivery available via Dine-in Marin, Mondays–Fridays 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 4:30-9 p.m.; Saturdays–Sundays, 1-9 p.m. This Sausalito favorite serves up dishes like prawn arawan with yellow curry as well as $10 lunch specials. 47 Caledonia St, 415.729.9395
Avatar’s Indian COVID19 Update: Open for pickup and delivery Mondays–Saturdays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5-9:30 p.m. If you’re on the hunt for innovative Indian fare, head to Avatar’s. Sip masala chai sweet ened with brown sugar in this casual one-room restaurant, ideal for a quick lunch or dinner. 2656 Bridgeway, 415.332.8083, enjoyavatars.com
Copita Mexican COVID19 Update: Outdoor dining and takeout available Mondays–Fridays, 12 noon-9 p.m.; Saturdays–Sundays, 12 noon-10 p.m. Delivery via DoorDash or call for pick-up. The everchanging menu is 100 percent gluten-free, and the in-house tequila bar serves over 100 varieties and fantastic cocktails. Dine at the bar or on the outdoor patio for great people-watching. 739 Bridgeway, 415.331.7400, copitarestaurant.com
Davey Jones Deli American COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout daily, 9:15 a.m.-4:20 p.m.; Grab-n-Go case at the Bait Shop, 7 a.m.–12 midnight Davey Jones Deli offers houseroasted sandwich meats, healthy condiments and local, organic vegetables; the deli serves sandwiches, veggiewiches, wraps and salads with vegetarian, vegan and meat-lover options.Gate 6 Road, 415.331.2282, daveyjones deli.com
Kitti’s Place Thai COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout, Monday-Friday, 12 noon-6 p.m. This homestyle family restaurant has been in Sausalito 20 years and features favorites like lettuce cups, soft spring rolls and weekly specials. 3001 Bridgeway, 415.331.0390, kittisplace.com
Le Garage French COVID-19 Update: Outdoor dining avail able with a reservation
Tuesdays–Fridays, 11:30am–8 p.m.; Saturday brunch 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m., dinner 5–8 p.m. Take out orders available via contactless pick-up (order 2 days in advance) or delivery via Uber Eats. Escape the tourist crush for an indulgent meal right on the water. The atmosphere is animated with light French music (à la Amélie), and the muchadored croque-monsieur is authentic. 85 Liberty Ship Way, 415.332.5625, legaragebistro sausalito.com
Poggio Italian COVID-19
Update: Open for patio dining, reserva tions recommended, Mondays–Thursdays, 6:30-11 a.m. and 4-8 p.m.; Fridays–Sundays,
6:30-11:30 a.m. and 2-8 p.m. Call for takeout or curbside pick-up. Delivery available via GrubHub. Executive chef Benjamin Balesteri creates Northern Italian fare using fresh and local ingredients. 777 Bridgeway, 415.332.7771, poggiotratoria.com
Saylor’s Restaurant and Bar Mexican COVID-19 Update: Agave Terrace open for al fresco dining, Mondays–Saturdays, 4-8 p.m. Take out available with same hours or delivery through Dine in Marin, DoorDash, and UberEats. Chef/ owner Sean Saylor uses fresh local ingredients and seafood to create a distinctively Cabo combination of California and Mexican cuisine. 2009 Bridgeway, 415.332.1512, saylors restaurantandbar.com
Sushi Ran Japanese COVID-19 Update: Takeout available daily, 4-p.m.; please call to order for curbside pickup. Sample innovative small plates just big enough to share before enjoying
some of the best sushi the Bay Area has to offer. 107 Caledonia St, 415.332.3620, sushiran.com
Tommy’s Wok Chinese COVID-19 Update: Takeout only, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. and 4-8:45 p.m.; Fridays–Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. and 4-9 p.m. Fresh ingredients, free-range chicken and traditional dishes fulfill the Chinese food craving with a nice atmosphere for dining in and great takeout for a night at home. 3001 Bridgeway, 415.332.5818, tommyswok.com
The Trident Seafood COVID-19 Update: Open for patio dining with reservations recommended, Mondays, 12 noon-7 p.m.; Tuesdays–Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturdays–Sundays 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Takeout only, 12 noon-7 p.m. Menu Call to place order and check-in with valet at pickup. Set in a turnof-the-century building constructed for the San
Francisco Yacht Club, this waterfront restau rant is a shoo-in for date night. The restaurant, a famous 1970s hangout, is now known for supporting local farmers, fishers and organic food producers. 558 Bridgeway, 415.331.3232, thetridentsausalito.com
Caffe Acri Italian COVID-19 Update: Open daily, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. with coffee, espresso, beers, scones, and bakery items; along with baking supplies, yeast, flour, oats, basamati rice, eggs, dairy, bread, english muffins, coffee beans, cleaning supplies, toilet paper, bleach and more. Order all items (food and grocery) online at CaffeAcri. com, allow thirty minutes for pick-up. 1 Main St, 415.435.8515, caffeacri.com
Luna Blu Italian COVID-19 Update: Outdoor dining, take out and local delivery (Tiburon, Belvedere, Strawberry) available Mondays, Wednesdays,
Thursdays, and Fridays 5-8 p.m., Saturdays–Sundays, 12 noon-3 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. The seasonal menu incorpo rates fresh and organic produce, local naturally grown meat and poultry from small farms. 35 Main St, 415.789.5844, lunablurestaurant.com
Sam’s Anchor Cafe American COVID-19 Update: Open for dining on the deck, takeout and delivery, Mondays–Fridays, 12 noon-8 p.m.; Saturdays–Sundays, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. All-day cocktails remain a fixture as does the signature cioppino, while offerings like crab toast, a roaming oyster cart, and a raw bar reflect the menu's enduring sea food focus. 27 Main St, 415.435.4527, samscafe.com
Servino Ristorante Italian COVID-19 Update: Outdoor dining and takeout via online order system available, Sundays–Thursdays, 4-7:30 p.m.; Fridays–Saturdays, 4-8 p.m. Mercato also open for online orders. Pick-up,
contact-less pick-up, and delivery available.
Chef and owner Angelo Servino highlights organic ingredients in an array of rustic Italian dishes, including house-made pastas, wood-oven pizzas, and seasonal specialties. 9 Main St, 415.435.2676, servino.com
Dillon Beach Coastal Kitchen California COVID-19 Update: The restaurant remains closed (seasonal) but freshly prepared Grabn-Go meals plus wine, beer, and other items are available from the resort's General Store. Beach is open. Beach Ave, Dillon Beach, 707.878.3030, dillon beachresort.com
Nick’s Cove American COVID-19 Update: Outdoor dining and take-out meals to go are available daily, 11 a.m.–8 p.m. daily. Order via phone or website. Flower bouquets available for Saturday pickup at William Tell House via the Tomales Farmers'
Market. This escape along Tomales Bay is famous for barbecued local oysters, Dungeness crab mac ’n’ cheese and cocktails incorporating homegrown ingredi ents. 23240 Highway 1, Marshall, 415.663.1033, nickscove.com
Osteria Stellina California COVID-19 Update: Open for takeout only, Friday–Tuesday, 4–7:30 p.m. Please call to order. Whether it’s to cap off a day of hiking or celebrate a romantic anniversary, Osteria Stellina suits any occasion. The menu is Italian-inspired and features local organic ingredients. If you’re up for something unusual, try the goat shoulder, a hit with both tourists and locals. 11285 Highway 1, Point Reyes Station, 415.663.9988, osteriastellina.com
Full bar
Wine and beer
Inexpensive (entrees $10 or less)
Moderate (up to $20)
Expensive ($20 and over)
Kid-friendly
Outdoor seating Private party room Breakfast, lunch, dinner Brunch Happy hour BLDBR
These listings are intended to be a quick guide to some of the most popular restaurants in the county. For more restaurant listings, visit us online at marinmagazine.com/dine
Cucina is now open for dinner on our Bridge! Serving dinner seven nights a week al fresco. Also come and join us Fridays through Sundays for “On the Avenue”, when San Anselmo Avenue becomes a car-free zone! We will have tables on the Avenue on these nights to accommodate more diners. Reservations through our website.
CUCINA SA 510 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo, CA 415.454.2942 cucina-sa.com
THRU JUL 17 J.K.
Rowling’s The Ickabog Rowling’s new book will be published for free, in installments, over the next few weeks, a chap ter (or two, or three), at a time. She is also encouraging readers to send in their illustra tions — some of which will be published in the printed version of the book. theickabog.com/ read-the-story
THRU JUL 19
MarinMOCA ‘Left Coast’ Virtual Exhibit A juried exhibit featuring the work of 46 artists from across the country inspired by the ideol ogy and allure of the West Coast. Curated by gallerist Ken Harman Hashimoto. marin moca.org
THRU AUG 31 Marin Shakes at Home Fun Shakespeare activities
for ages 5-7 and 8-12, as well as resources for learning at home. (online). marinshake speare.org
THRU SEPT 13 Broadway Under the Stars A virtual com pilation of the best of the last eight seasons of Transcendence Theater’s Broadway Under the Stars concerts with never before seen footage and featuring hundreds of artists, all from the comfort of your own home. (Fridays: 6:30 p.m. pre-show and 7:30 p.m. show; Saturday and Sundays: Matinee - 1 p.m. pre-show and 2 p.m. show Evening6:30 p.m. pre-show and 7:30 p.m. show). bestnightever.org
JUL 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19
Don’t Stop Believin’ A dynamic range of songs from musicals including Les Miserables, Wicked, Rock Of Ages, and and many more! Magically designed to remind us
that by truly believing in our dreams, loved ones, and and community, we will make a phenomenal impact on the world. bestnightever.org
JUL 24, 25, 26 Fantastical Family Night Starring a cast of some of the best and brightest young people in Sonoma County performing alongside your Broadway Under the Stars favorites. Enjoy songs from Mary Poppins, The Wizard of Oz, Sound of Music, and and some of your favorite Disney classics! bestnightever.org
JUL 2 Beauty and the Beast: California Wildflowers and Climate Change Rob Badger and Nita Winter will take you behind the scenes on their 27-year journey photographing wildflowers through out California. (Zoom
7:30 p.m.). cnps-yerb abuena.org/calendar/ speaker-series
Book Passage (Live) - Website allows audi ence members to ask a question beforehand. Conversations rather than readings.
JUL 11 Tim Cahill Co-founder of Outside, pioneer of literary adventure writing and author of nine books –one of which, Jaguars Ripped My Flesh, National Geographic named as one of the 100 best adventure/travel books ever written. (live stream 4 p.m. PT). bookpassage.com
Commonwealth (Live) Must pre-register for these free events.
JUL 9 Trump and the Middle East 2020 How the Trump presidency is affecting the Middle East. A distinguished panel of Middle East experts will continue the conversation and will also discuss why some believe that during the past year, Trump has helped destabi lize the region with impulsive rhetoric and inflammatory actions, while others believe that Trump is making America safer. (live stream 2-3 p.m.). commonwealthclub.org
JUL 9 Billion Dollar Burger With an envi ronmental footprint far smaller than traditional animal agriculture,
are cell-cultured and plant-based meat prod ucts—now on the menus of major chains like Burger King—still the future of food? Will food science and tech help us make better-informed decisions for our bodies and the planet, or do we need to get back to basics? (live stream 4-5 p.m.). common wealthclub.org
JUL 16 Dewey Defeats
Truman A virtual conversation with best-selling author, A. J. Baime, to discuss his latest book, the thrilling story of the 1948 presi dential election, during which Truman mounted a remarkable comeback and staked a claim for a new course for America. (live stream 6-7 p.m.). commonwealthclub.org
JUL 22 Fergus Bordewich: Congress at War A virtual con versation with Fergus Bordewich, whose new account of the Civil War does not focus on President Lincoln’s role, but instead shows how four Republican congressional leaders often led the way, push ing Lincoln to do more and even defying him at times. (live stream 6-7 p.m.). common wealthclub.org
VIDEOS
JUL 3 The Truth A French /Japanese drama film about a stormy reunion between an actress and
her daughter after the actress publishes her memoirs. (Available on On Demand services).
JUL 7 Inmate #1: The Rise of Danny Trejo The scene-stealing character actor Danny Trejo gets a bio-doc about his life, including his formative years in prison through the early parts of it and his battles with addic tion. (Available on On Demand services).
JUL 10 Relic Sundance
2020’s best horror film, about a woman who comes to take care of her ailing mother and finds out there’s more to her situation than meets the eye. (Available on On Demand services).
JUL 24 The Rental
A vacation rental gone horribly wrong. (Available on On Demand services).
JUL 31 Summerland
A reclusive writer in World War II London who finds herself an unexpected guardian to a refugee. (Available on On Demand services).
ZOOM (AND MORE) IN JULY EDITED BY SABRINA TUTON-FILSON
• PLAY MARIN DELIVERS 600 MEALS EVERY WEEKEND TO MARIN CITY FAMILIES
After school program pivots to feeding families during COVID-19 pandemic.
Paul Austin, founder of Play Marin, real located his non-profit’s resources, and $100,000 in dona tions thus far, to provide 600 meals to Marin City families every weekend— while supporting local restaurants.
They are working to increase their deliveries to 900 meals every week end and extend their service to families in the Canal. Help them reach their goal by donating at: charity.gofundme. com/o/en/ campaign/ meals-for-playmarin
OUR COMMUNITY COMING TOGETHER IN COVID-19 EDITED BY SABRINA TUTON-FILSONClimbing 100,000ft in 10 days to raise money for COVID-19 Solidarity Relief Fund.
Marin County native and professional mountain biker Kate Courtney created the #climbforcovidrelief Strava challenge to benefit the World Health Organization’s COVID-19 Solidarity Relief Fund. She pledged to climb 10,000 feet every day for 10 days and challenged fellow Strava athletes to join her. On day one, donations surpassed almost half of their $25,000 goal. By the end, the challenge raised $54,550. fundraise.unfoundation.org/team/299731
Annual fine wine auction donates over $60,000 to food bank and community relief fund.
Cory Wagner and Stefan Blicker, co-owners of Last Bottle Wines, a Napa-based daily purveyor of fine wines, took their annual “Spring Marathon” auction digital in light of the shelter-in-place regulations. For every order placed over this two-day auction, they donated $1 to Napa Food Bank and Napa Community Foundation—contributing a total of $61,000.
Greater Bay Area JDRF Virtual Gala contributes to life-changing research.
The local chapter of JDRF (formerly known as the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation), a global organization that funds Type 1 diabetes (T1D) research, held their annual Hope Gala online this year.
There is currently no cure for T1D, which makes funding even more essential. Despite these being unprecedented times — due to COVID-19 shelter-in-place mandates — JDRF and their supporters were able to raise over $1.4 million for this research.
Send Us Your Community Love Stories at marinmagazine.com/ the-magazine/ contact-us Kate Courtney
IN OCTOBER 2016, we wrote a backstory piece on Nicole Balin, a San Francisco native who’d recently returned to the Bay Area after 15 year stay in Los Angeles. She’d settled into a three-bedroom bungalow in San Anselmo’s Sleepy Hollow neighborhood. At the time, she thought she’d found her forever home.
But the tedious slog down Sir Francis Drake to reach the 101 eventually got old. “I’m in the city all the time and the commute was killing me,” recalls Nicole, owner of Ballin PR, a niche publicity and marketing firm serving top-interior designers, architects, and product engineers. Then one day, by happenstance, Nicole noticed one of her clients had put her home on the market. “I’d been in the place
many times and loved everything about it. I guess you could say it was my dream home,” she recalls.
But, alas, it was out of her price range. It did, however, stoke her desire to move, particularly given her so-called “dream home” also happened to be located 30 seconds from the freeway entrance ramp. So, she began casually looking at real estate options at her price point.
Shortly, thereafter, her “dream home” dropped by nearly $150,000. “I decided to go for it,” says Nicole, who put in an offer that was quickly accepted. “They were excited to sell to someone who loved the house as much as they did.”
The place was in excellent shape. It didn’t
need much. Still, she wanted to put her personal stamp on the place. She achieved this by repainting every interior wall in the home. “My client favored white walls, but I love bold colors,” says Nicole, who opted to use Benjamin Moore Pink Panther for the dining room and Kitchen nook, and Yellow Jubilee by Behr for the family room. Her only other design tweak: adding an overhead light fixture from Beach House Style in Fairfax to her home office. “Eventually, I plan to remodel the home’s bathrooms, but for now I’m just enjoying the kitschy vintage fixtures.”
As for furnishings, Nicole loves to blend modern pieces with eclectic antiques, “A lot of the antiques once belonged to my mom,” says Nicole. However, she also splurged on a
new sofa from Sofas U Love in San Francisco. Additionally, she reupholstered an old club chair with fabric from St. Frank, also in the city. However, many of her new pieces were job perks, also known as hand-me-downs from her high-end interior design clients. “The dining room table was a housewarming gift from Julia B, a homewares designer, who is also a good friend,” says Nicole. “She also gave me a new duvet cover and custom-monogrammed European pillows.”
Settling in took no time at all. In fact, one aspect of the home that other people might see as a deficit, Nicole embraces as an asset. “I love the sound of the freeway and the Smart Train when I’m in the backyard. It’s a happy reminder of my easy commute.”
Opposite: Kitchen with pretty in pink breakfast nook. This page (Clockwise from top left): The dining table set with housewares by Julia B; Bright green master suite; Exterior curb appeal; Bottom left: Nola patrolling the yard; Eclectic wall art gives a home personality.
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The sellers are off to their international adventure after transforming this turn of the century Victorian farm house. The buyers are sisters from San Francisco looking forward to a peaceful sanctuary in Tomales.
Mt. Tamalpais, Mt. Diablo, the 2,600-acre Hamilton Wetlands Estuary, and Whiteside Marsh vistas surround you throughout this spectacular single-level waterfront home in Bel Marin Keys. The large living room with a cozy fireplace is a perfect spot to consult your ornithology guide and identify the migrating birds soaring outside the sun-filled windows. A private dock completes this waterfront utopia. Bel Marin Keys, Marin County is paradise living with its sunny weather, balmy breezes and palm tree-lined entrances.
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This stunning modern home has majestic sunrise views of tree filled hills and valleys. Right out the front door is access to Miwok Trail and GGNRA. Includes an accessory unit, great for a 4th BR/O ce suite/rental with kitchen, full bath and separate entry. The living space has soaring open beam ceilings, light hardwood floors, large windows and a skylight that fills the room with natural light and majestic views. The tastefully designed modern kitchen flows into the dining room with views. The family room is o the kitchen with high open beam ceilings, where one steps onto the patio/deck area. An open staircase leads upwards to the private sanctuary of the master suite, with soaring open beam ceilings, light hardwood floor, walk-in closet, Watch the sunrise from the private deck. Minutes from elementary school, Good Earth Natural Foods, Tennessee Valley, Hwy 101, and easy commute to SF. Welcome to Nature, Welcome to Mill Valley.
The large living and dining room combo has hardwood floors and custom fireplace, plus a space for an o ce or play area. Kitchen comes with a counter bar for entertaining, range stove with a microwave overhead and dishwasher. The large utility room with laundry hookups is o the kitchen. Step out to the private sitting deck with views of the wetlands and surrounding hills. Upstairs are 2 nicely sized bedrooms and the master bedroom, with views of the wetlands, a large walkin closet plus a full vanity and sink. Out front is a detached 2 car garage and shared driveway. Around the back of the house lies a brick patio under the sitting deck. An additional large deck leads one to the gangway and dock. Bahia o ers a community pool, tennis courts, parks with playsets and access to open space trails. Downtown Novato is 7-9 minutes away. Trader Joes, Whole Foods, Dr Insomnia co ee and many restaurants. An opportunity to join this wonderful community at this great price.
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The murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis late May unleashed a wave of civil unrest and prompted protests around the world that are continuing to this day. The first protest to take place in the county was on Tuesday, June 2 in Marin City. Over a thousand people of all ages peacefully marched in Gateway Shopping Center and listened to speeches near St. Andrew Presbyterian Church. Since then, various groups have organized other demonstrations in Novato, San Rafael, Mill Valley, West Marin, and one over the Golden Gate Bridge, which shut down traffic on the south-bound lane.
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SARAH NANCY BUTLER (415) 868-0717 | DRE #01258888 Located in Stinson Beach 94970, Stinson Beach.
Portofino reminiscent, private, waterside compound on coveted Mar East Street in Tiburon. Two separate addresses and entrances on one parcel lead to two detached houses both facing the water. Unobstructed views of Angel Island, Raccoon Strait, Keil Cove, and beyond. Rare beach access from private stairs. Marvel at the gorgeous and unique master gardening in full bloom! Enjoy historic seaside town amenities that Tiburon has to offer including restaurants, shopping, two yacht clubs, parks, festivals, library, concerts and ongoing community spirit. Walking distance to downtown Tiburon for quick ferry access to San Francisco. Award winning Reed Unified School district. Mar East St, Tiburon
Jennifer Dunbar 415.272.4635 jen@jendunbar.com | JenDunbar.com | Lic.# 01251221
