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Contents

SEPTEMB ER 2017

56 Features 54 Bastions, Batteries and Beyond The historic war relics that surround us.

56 Concrete Beauty This fall it’s time for florals, statement reds and leather daywear.

74 Subcultures Is pickleball your next sports addiction?

98 Private School Guide Details on more than 160 private schools.

MILAN + SHANNON

68 Not-So-Haughty Yacht Clubs Five community gems to hang out at or sail from.

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44 Q&A Chronicle Books CEO Nion McEvoy.

46 Made by Marin Safe Catch offers healthy tuna.

48 On the Job New life for video stores.

50 Conversation Lori Sparrow runs a camp for kids with cancer.

Destinations 79 Go: Hawaii The experts’ take on the islands.

84 Travel Buzz Local getaways.

86 Go: Food Pizza nation.

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

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

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

112 Flavor Juice Girl’s tasty avocado square.

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Marin Home 121 Backstory A real estate agent decides to buy.

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124 Garden Late season garden tips and tricks.

COLUMNS 18 Editor’s Note 20 What’s Inside 170 Looking Back

The team again partnered with husband-and-wife photography duo Milan + Shannon to produce our fall fashion feature, all shot at Battery Yates in Sausalito.

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41 Currents Where school funding comes from.

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Editor’s Note

Mama Bear

Confessions of a sometimes way-too-intense parent.

We all mean well, but sometimes we are the bad driver.

the county, September marks the joyful season known as back to school. It’s time to get a new backpack or deep-clean the old one and replenish those multisize pockets with tissues, snacks and water bottles — all the essentials for getting through a day away from home. The promise of new friends, new challenges and new teachers has kept our house on high alert throughout the month of August for the past 10 years.

In celebration of the thousands of students from southern Sausalito to northern Novato heading off or another year, this month’s issue gives parents a bevy of back-to-school information. Be sure to check out our eighth annual Private School Guide, which highlights more than 160 unique education opportunities, diving into topics like improved lunch programs and innovative teaching. And in Currents, Kasia Pawlowska takes a look at how public schools in Marin are funded. For starters, our 19 districts are supported through varying amounts of state and federal funds, parcel taxes and even the state lottery, which delivered a whopping $665,461 to the Mill Valley School District last year.

There is another aspect to being a parent here in Marin I would like to own up to and shine a light on. Being entrenched for the past decade or so in a population of strong-willed, type A personalities deeply devoted to their offspring, I’ve often joked with friends that I’d bet on a Marin mama bear over a Manhattan supermom any day of the week. I myself tend to sometimes turn a molehill into a mountain.

And I say this with the full understanding that we all have our moments. It is sort of like the late George Carlin’s observation that other drivers are either “idiots” or “maniacs” — never us. We all mean well, but sometimes we are the bad driver.

So, here are my apologies for sometimes being a “bad driver.”

Let’s start with some of those emails I’ve sent. You know the ones: they start off ith a joke, lead into a couple niceties and then wham, the directive: snacks can only consist of sliced organic fruit, no single-use plastic water bottles and please don’t bring grocery store cupcakes to class just because it is your kid’s birthday. Looking back, I might have been a little preachy as a room mom or coach’s helper in my vendettas against refined sugar, excessive packaging and processed food. I’m sorry to all I offended.

“You’re not the boss of me Kirsty Ellis.” It’s also about time I apologize to the well-meaning volunteer who happened to be in charge of collecting the handwritten sheets from parents proving their 40 hours of mandatory volunteer efforts. I actually enjoyed making hardtack and helping in the classroom; it was seeing those two words “volunteer” and “mandatory” side-by-side that made me snap.

Kirsty, can I treat you to a martini at Buckeye to put this behind us?

Drop off nd pickup line? Yes, a few times in eight years I probably did drive too fast through this sacred lane. I’m sorry for the looks I gave you, Lisa Veto, as you so sweetly held up that “please slow down” sign. You were just doing your (volunteer) job. Please join us at the Buckeye, on me.

In all seriousness, I am grateful to have raised my kids with the help of this perfectly imperfect school system, fueled by an army of dedicated, highly involved parents. As my oldest daughter heads off o college this fall, I’d like to raise a glass to all the educators in the county, then propose another hearty pour for all the volunteers.

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What’s Inside

life near the water. Next, Kirsten Jones Neff finds out why the sport of pickleball is so quickly catching on.

And parents will want to peruse the private school guide bound in with this issue. With more

This time, fashion editor Leah-Marie and the team head to Battery Yates to discover florals, statement reds and leather daywear.

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EPTEMBER IS PERSONA L style month at Marin Magazine. This time, fashion editor Leah-Marie and the team head to Battery Yates to discover florals, statement reds, leather daywear, checked patterns and the classic trench.

Mix and match the looks and have a fashionable fall. And speaking of Battery Yates, how much do you really know about Bay Area’s rich military tradition? Kasia Pawlowska dives into its history and discovers remnants that still exist today.

We keep the features fun going with two stories about things you can do outside that don’t require you to be a serious athlete. First we explore five “not-so-haughty” yacht clubs that are low on formality but high on enjoying

than 160 listings and stories on education trends, it’s a great resource to help you make plans and decisions for the 2018–2019 school year.

Up front, we’ve got more education coverage with stories about Marin’s public school funding and what is being done to keep access equal. You’ll also meet a local book publisher, a safe tuna manufacturer, a video store owner — yes, video stores still exist — and a director of a camp for kids with cancer.

In Destinations, we’ve got top Hawaii picks from island folks in the know; lots of local travel stories; and a nationwide best-pizza roundup that’s not at all pie-in-the-sky.

It’s a big issue with a wide range of stories.

Enjoy the read, then maybe grab a graphite racket, round up some friends and go play a friendly game of pickleball.

Daniel Jewett, Managing Editor

Photographers Milan + Shannon, the husband-andwife team who shot such stellar fashion images for us last fall, returned to our pages this month to photograph at Battery Yates. Here are a few candids from the session.

Check out the video at marinmagazine.com/yates.

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Your Letters Go Arts

Kirsten Jones Neff, thank you so much for the wonderful article you wrote from our interview (Conversation, August). You deciphered the salient points from our conversation and told the story the way it should be told. I have been interviewed many times for many articles and this is by far my favorite, mainly because you captured who I am and what I am trying to do in a very real and authentic way. So, thank you for what you do and for your support of the arts.

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The photo is fun (“Take the Beach Home,” Currents, August), but I hope you didn’t mean for it to represent any species found in California. That species, with the holes through it, occurs in Florida, nowhere near Marin. Anyone trying to find one that looks like that here is going to be disappointed.

I don’t think anyone in my business would have said it is perfectly OK to take home sand dollars. Without a special collecting permit, nothing is OK to take home from public parklands, whether or not it is dead on the beach. Sand dollars do eventually crumble into sand, but sand is also not supposed to be removed from public parklands.

RICH MOOI, CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES

Corrections

“Marin’s Summer of Love” (June) was a good article written by Michael Shapiro. The caption for the photo of Jerry Garcia and Jack Casady shows a date of 1966. I knew that was not Jerry in ’66, so I researched. It was a jam concert that took place at that location on July 28, 1968, and included Mickey Hart. DAN YUTER, VIA EMAIL Eds.: In our August Best of the County issue we mislabeled two stores. The correct names: Lindisima Marin and Abode Marin.

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Contributors

Kirsten Jones Neff, Writer In this issue: “In a Pickle” (p. 74) Have you ever played pickleball? I first tried my hand at pickleball in 1990 at a relative’s home in the Northwest, not far from the birthplace of the sport, but I did not play again until my mother, a Point Reyes resident, invited me to George Silvas’ Novato class.

What surprised you most during this assignment? You can’t judge a pickleball athlete by youth or physical prowess; cunning is perhaps a player’s most essential attribute.

Where has your work appeared before?

My work has appeared in Modern Farmer, Ms., Stanford Magazine, The Believer, Marin Magazine and many other publications.

Milan + Shannon, Photographers In this issue: “Concrete Beauty” (p. 56) What’s the best part of working with your spouse? We both have such a passion for photography, but we each have unique perspectives. We love spending time together.

Where do you enjoy shooting most? We always have fun wherever we shoot but we have a particular love of London and Maui.

Does shooting a cover add extra pressure?

We tend to put a lot of focus on creating the most powerful images we can with each shot; a cover image is just as intense as every other image we try to capture.

Where has your work appeared before?

Disfunkshion Magazine, Last Daze and more.

Steve Kepple, Photographer In this issue: “Not-So-Haughty Yacht Clubs” (p. 68); “In a Pickle” (p. 74) Do you get out on the water often? I have enjoyed only a few local sailing adventures but I do enjoy the occasional surf session at Bolinas.

What did you enjoy the most about the yacht club assignment? The common thread that I enjoyed discovering was the pride with which members embraced the notion that their club was intentionally unfussy and fun-loving.

Where has your work appeared before?

I have shot more than a dozen assignments for Travel + Leisure Magazine. The editorial travel work became tricky when my son started grade school, so it is fun to shoot stories close to home.

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We recently celebrated the summer/fall issue launch at the immaculate Henrybuilt showroom in Mill Valley. If you aren’t doing it already, be sure to follow @spacesmag on Instagram and visit spacesmag.com to read the articles.

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Creekside Pizza and Taproom will have a staggering 40 taps offering local wines and beer along with freshly made pizzas, salads and pasta; creeksidesa.com.

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Petaluma Arts Center and the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum join forces to present Portraits of Petaluma Pioneers: Personal Images & Public Stories of a California Rivertown at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum. The exhibit runs through September 24; petalumaartscenter.org, petalumamuseum.com, 20 Fourth St A refreshed dining and drinking concept has arrived in the North Bay with The Block, a new open-air food truck market and beer garden near the heart of historic downtown. Swing by Wednesdays through Sundays for a rotating array of food trucks that gather in a parklike setting, each with a unique mouthwatering menu; theblockpetaluma.com, 20 Grey St

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The scoop on Bay Area events you’ll want to attend [UPCOMING EVENTS] HALLECK CREEK RANCH FUNDRAISER WHEN Sept. 15, 5:30 p.m. VIP, 6:30 general WHERE Rancho Nicasio, 1 Old Rancheria Road, Nicasio WHY YOU Halleck Creek Ranch’s signature SHOULD event raises funds to support GO therapeutic horseback riding programs for Bay Area youth and adults with special needs. The event includes a VIP reception featuring wine tasting and a selection of local cheeses, as well as dining under the stars with preferred seating for sponsors and VIP guests. Music will be provided

by Buck Nickels and Loose Change and there will also be both live and silent auctions. Halleck Creek Ranch will honor local scientist and wine aficionado Hoby Wedler with the Silver Buckle Award for his dedication to educating the world about the potential of people living with blindness.

COST $125 general, $175 VIP FIND OUT 415.662.2488 MORE halleckcreekranch.org

ANGELS BY THE BAY WHEN Oct. 14, 5 p.m.–midnight WHERE Meadow Club, 1001 Bolinas Avenue, Fairfax WHY YOU Marin’s most anticipated gala, Angels SHOULD by the Bay, is celebrating its 10th GO anniversary benefiting the Marin Center for Independent Living.

Guests will be greeted with valet car service, champagne and martini fountains. Enjoy tantalizing passed hors d’oeurves and wine tasting from renowned vintners as you peruse the unique silent auction emceed by Sen. Mike McGuire. A gourmet dinner will be expertly paired with luscious Peter Paul Wines. After dinner enjoy the famous Telford’s Cigar and Cognac Lounge and dance the night away. MCIL has been serving aging adults and people with all types of disabilities in Marin County for 38 years.

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MILL VALLEY FALL ARTS FESTIVAL WHEN Sept. 16–17, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

WHERE Old Mill Park, Mill Valley WHY YOU Enjoy fall, friends, food and art SHOULD under the redwoods at the 61st GO Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival in Old Mill Park: two full days of fine arts and crafts for sale from local and national artists plus live music, children’s entertainment and art projects.

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The scoop on Bay Area events you’ll want to attend [UPCOMING EVENTS] WILDCARE GALA WHEN Sept. 16, 5:30–11 p.m.

WHERE Marin Country Mart, 2257 Larkspur Landing Circle, Larkspur WHY YOU This will be the evening to SHOULD celebrate nature and the amazing GO wildlife in Marin County. Join us for a spectacular evening of wildlife and wonder. WildCare’s gala will feature gorgeous wines, a delicious, locally sourced menu catered by Farmshop, and exciting encounters with WildCare’s live Wildlife Ambassadors, including Sequoia, the northern spotted owl.

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WHISTLESTOCK WHEN Sept. 24, gates 11:30 a.m., music 12:30–5:30 p.m.

WHERE Fairgrounds Island, Marin Center, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael WHY YOU It’s time to pull out your tie-dye SHOULD clothing because Whistlestock GO is back and this year it’s going to be bigger and groovier than ever.

Jesse Colin Young (formerly of the Youngbloods) and Pure Prairie League will take to the stage to perform their farout nostalgia tunes, “Get Together” and “Amie.” This celebration of the decades will include a costume contest, gourmet food trucks, a full bar, and of course, plenty of groovy vibes. So come on people now, smile on your brother, and let your inner flower child out for this one day of joy and music. It all helps raise funds for Whistlestop to support Marin’s older adults in need.

COST $69–$129 FIND OUT 415.456.9062, MORE whistlestop.org

UNA NOCHE EN LA HABANA WHEN Oct. 7, 5:30–10 p.m.

WHERE The Club House at Peacock Gap, 333 Biscayne Drive, San Rafael WHY YOU Don’t miss the Ross Valley Women’s SHOULD League annual gala to benefit Adopt GO A Family of Marin. Be swept away to the Old World glamour of Havana in the 1950s and indulge in Cubaninspired cuisine, island cocktails, fine wines, live music and dancing.

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CE L E B R AT I N G T H E PEO PL E , PL ACE S A N D C AU S E S O F T H I S U N I Q U E CO U N T Y

PUbLIC EDUCAtION COSt bREAKDOWN: $13,317* » Teacher Salaries: $8,034 » Instruction-Related Services: $1,531 » Facilities: $1,281 » General Administration, Ancillary Costs, Transfer-Outs: $1,262 » Pupil Services: $916 » Other: $293

* Based on ADA (average daily attendance), 2015–2016

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The complexities of school funding. BY KASIA PAWLOWSKA

HERE’S A REA SON teachers are adamant about attendance

beyond missed educational opportunities — empty desks equal dollars lost. ADA (average daily attendance), which is different from enrollment, is a key number that determines how much money districts get from the state. ADA is calculated by dividing the sum of attendance by days of instruction, which means if a student misses nine days during the 180-day school year, the district loses 5 percent of the money a student with perfect attendance would deliver. That makes attendance especially important for about

half of the Marin County districts that are state-, not tax–, funded.

State-funded districts receive the bare minimum amount of money and must still cover teacher salaries, operational costs and so on.

Why the discrepancy? It has to do with taxes. Funding relies heavily on local property taxes, which differ from district to district.

School districts in areas with plenty of tax revenues, like Sausalito and Bolinas-Stinson, get to keep the surplus tax money, while statefunded districts like Novato and Ross Valley have to be more prudent in regard to supplied funds.

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Education Equality The latest report commissioned by the Marin Community Foundation stated that Marin had the second-highest level of income inequality of any California county. Here are a few groups looking to bridge that gap. LEELA LINDNER

Tick Talk

Dangers lurk around trails and in tall grasses on our mountains and hills. There’s the usual suspects — rattlesnakes, mountain lions, poison oak — but another, less visible threat also exists. With their babies clocking in at the size of a poppy seed, ticks can be found year-round in Marin, and they are “vectors,” or disease transmitters, with about 1 in 50 carrying Lyme disease. Most Lyme disease can be cured with antibiotics, especially if the infection is diagnosed and treated early; however, up to 20 percent of people who get it report symptoms for months and years, even after treatment. It’s common for dogs to receive a Lyme vaccine, but their owners aren’t so lucky. A Lyme vaccine for humans is currently in the first phase of FDA testing after a previous vaccine was discontinued in 2002. Until this new one or another one is available, here are some tips for staying tick-free on your outings. KASIA PAWLOWSKA

10,000 DEGREES This organization is dedicated to helping high school juniors and seniors from low-income backgrounds get to and through college. The San Rafael–based nonprofit focuses on instilling a collegegoing mindset early on and offers support like college road map workshops, financial aid management, year-round mentoring and local campus tours.

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MARIN PROMISE Thirty partner organizations work together to change the education ecosystem in Marin. By connecting major players, this organization focuses on tracking educational milestones that are critical for ensuring a smooth path to future success. These include making sure students enter kindergarten prepared, are proficient in reading by third grade and have mastered critical math concepts by ninth grade. marinpromise.org

SCHOOLSRULE Seeing to it that every child in Marin has access to basic resources like books, nutritious food, and new technology is this organization’s top priority. In the 2016–2017 school year, SchoolsRule distributed more than $530,000 across 16 Marin districts, with the largest allocation going to Novato Unified District in the amount of $130,000. schoolsrule.org

Bye, Bye Sugar Local drinks that deliver flavor, without the fake stuff. K.P.

• Wear light-colored clothing, long sleeves and long pants in areas where ticks may live.

• Shower and check for ticks after hikes for several days. In most cases, the tick must be attached for 36 to 48 hours or more before Lyme is transmitted.

• Apply repellent to your body and clothes containing permethrin or DEET. • Talk to your doctor if you develop a bull’s-eye-looking rash or experience fatigue, headache, fever and/or depression.

ALTA PALLA Mill Valley The makers of Hi-Ball energy drinks rolled out Alta Palla — “high ball” in Italian — in 2016.

Made from organic and fair trade ingredients, the sparkling juices contain less sugar than most other similar product brands, but the real breakthrough came this year with the company’s launch of zero-calorie Alta Palla organic sparkling waters. altapalla.com

FRED WATER Sausalito The makers of Fred Water had a simple mission — to make it hip and easy for people to drink more water and less of the other junk. To make that appealing they put the water in easily recognizable flask-shaped bottles that oh-soconveniently fit in purses and pockets. Also, unlike other companies’ versions, the bottles are designed to be both refillable and recyclable. fredwater.com

HINT Ross Hint, both in its Water and Fizz form, is big on numbers, one number to be specific — the goose egg. The beverages have zero sugar, zero diet sweeteners, zero stevia, zero preservatives, zero calories and zero GMOs. The company promotes a policy of zero fake, only adding natural fruit oils and essences to its drinks. drinkhint.com

RACEFUELZ San Rafael RaceFuelZ, a sports hydration and wellness drink, contains more than seven times the electrolytes of many leading energy drinks.

On top of that, it also has no artificial sweeteners, colors, flavors or preservatives — just vitamins and minerals to fuel your body. racefuelz.com

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THE WRIGHT APP When con-

sidering iconic structures in the county, most would agree the Marin County Civic Center tops the list. People are drawn to the place for a number of reasons — its aesthetic appeal, its cinematic past, its administrative role as source of permits and

BY THE marriage certificates.

NUMBERS Recognizing these varied interests, the Marin County Department of Cultural Services, in partnership with the Department of Information Services and Technology, created a mobile app to help users find whatever they’re looking for. Available in English and Spanish, the app includes vintage and recent photos (including 360-degree views), drone videography, and architectural plans, blueprints and other historical information about architect Frank Lloyd Wright in Marin. It’s available for download now in the App Store and Play Store. Here are some numbers on the memorable edifice. K.P.

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10 QUESTIONS FOR

Nion McEvoy Nion (pronounced like lion) McEvoy has an infectious curiosity that has likely helped him be successful as CEO and chairman of Chronicle Books for the past 18 years. Hailing from CEO/Chairman Bay Area media aristocracy, McEvoy has used that curiosity, combined with what seems to be a genetic disposition for business and the arts, to SAN FRANCISCO not only keep the company going but also have a good time doing it. We asked this independent book publisher, based in San Francisco, for thoughts on how his company stayed in business for 50 years. MIMI TOWLE How would you describe the typical Chronicle book? At Chronicle Books we always try to

look at an author’s words, a photographer or illustrator’s art and think about how we might publish it in a way that no other publisher would think of. We let the books be determined by the aesthetic demands of the subject and the materials so that they’re always fresh and they’re not cookie cutter. So there really is no typical Chronicle book. That said, there is definitely a recognizable Chronicle Books sensibility. Fans often tell us, “I knew it was Chronicle Books the minute I picked it up.”

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What makes a successful book? When every-

thing just clicks. That elusive alchemy when the content, the design, the production, the marketing, all come together perfectly to create something exceptional. One example is Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site, a rhyming bedtime picture book about construction vehicles settling down for the night. An editorial assistant saw its potential and plucked it out of the slush pile. The children’s publishing team found the perfect illustrator, the designers pulled out all the stops to get the package just right, and it all melded beautifully. Fortunately, kids (and their parents) agree, and Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site has gone on to sell over 1 million copies and has been translated into 26 languages.

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How many books does Chronicle publish a year? We’re now up to about 300 titles per

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Any idea how many books Chronicle has published? Chronicle Books has published

year; about one-third of them are gift formats.

more than 7,000 books and gift products with

combined sales of more than 250 million units in 96 countries — not bad for our first 50 years!

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What are your best-selling books (which genre)? Our all-time best-

seller is The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook with nearly 3 million copies sold, followed closely by Mama, Do You Love Me? and The Beatles Anthology. Chronicle Books has had 35 New York Times best-sellers in its history.

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Is there a book you regret publishing? Never.

We learn something from every title we publish, whether it’s a commercial success or not. But still, there is the occasional book ...

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Is there a book you regret not publishing?

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Advice to young writers? Or old writers who want to get published? Read everything. Write

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Is there something you as a publisher were not expecting to learn? Never underestimate the

When Everyone Poops came in as a proposal, Chronicle’s editorial board declined it, even though the book had been popular in Japan and was illustrated by the wonderful Taro Gomi. A children’s book about poop? Who would have guessed it would sell and sell and sell (for another U.S. publisher)? Lesson learned.

constantly. Live. Remember. Repeat.

appeal of cats.

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What is the future of print? Very bright. The power of print and the tactile pleasure of books and paper are inherent to all we hold dear at Chronicle Books. m

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only to be rudely awakened when no one bit. “We thought, ‘If we solve this huge problem companies will come running to us’ — and no one came!” Boches says. Disheartened but determined, they set out to start their own canned tuna business and founded Safe Catch. THE SCOOP Safe Catch offers six flavors of naturally seasoned “elite” tuna, as well as canned albacore and tuna in a pouch. All products are sustainably caught, are additive- and filler-free, and have the lowest mercury levels of any brand. BEYOND MARIN Sausalito-based Safe Catch sells its products in over 5,000 stores nationally and is the fastest-growing shelf-stable seafood company in the United States.

WHAT THEY SAY “Every day you vote when you go buy something in the store,” Boches says. “Marin is a great place to be because people are interested and want to know — food is the next internet. There is a lot of innovation in food technology and so much ground to run here.” safecatch.com KASIA PAWLOWSKA

• More than 1 million fish tested.

• 1 in 3 fish it inspects don’t pass the mercury test.

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dollar idea,” the vision of something that will forever change not only their lives, but also the lives of countless others. Sean Wittenberg (below, left) and Bryan Boches, who grew up next door to each other in Corte Madera, had such a thought with their on-the-spot mercury-testing technology for harvested tuna. PHILOSOPHY The concept was hatched when Boches’ wife was pregnant and for safety reasons needed to forgo the readily available protein-rich fish. Tuna, the top-selling canned fish for many years, had fallen to number three recently, mostly due to consumer concerns about high levels of mercury. So Wittenberg, Boches and business partners created a technology for instantly testing tuna for mercury while the fish was being inspected at market. The men were convinced this breakthrough would be bought hook, line and sinker by the canned tuna companies,

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In the Spotlight

This owner of the last independent video rental store in Marin County continues to defy the odds. BY LEELA LINDNER

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N A N AGE where Blockbuster stores are obsolete and Netflix,

in the neighborhood has come to support. I made $15,000 on the first one, enough to buy my partner out and keep the store going. What’s the most popular genre? Foreign TV shows. That’s what really got me on the map. There used to be an international TV station that people loved and then suddenly it was cut off. I was able to get the international shows that people were looking for, but then I found all these other foreign sitcoms that I decided to add to my collection, which continue to be the most popular. What do you like most about your job? I love talking to people. I’m a people person and I’ve made tons of friends and am even a little sad when I’m not here. I just love film and being around people. What are your plans for the future? Well, I’m not making that much money so if I really want to stay I’ll probably try to go nonprofit.

There’s all kinds of ways that I can share my films as a nonprofit: contribute to libraries and senior citizen homes or donate educational films to schools. When is your next fundraiser? This fall. It will be at Redwoods Presbyterian Church in Larkspur. I make a whole dinner, lasagna, salad, and everybody pays $40. We have a band and a silent auction; it’s a lot of fun. m

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Hulu and On Demand rule the screens, Bette Wolczanski enters her ninth year as owner of Bette’s Flicks, a neighborhood video joint providing customers with something online streaming can’t — a sense of community. How did you first become interested in film? I grew up in New York at a time when some of the neighborhoods were not very nice.

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Lori Sparrow A lifetime of fundraising has led her to Camp Okizu — and a leading role in supporting families with childhood cancer.

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HEN LORI SPA RROW was 19, she participated in a 90-day Outward Bound course wherein she sailed from Maine down to the Florida Keys in a boat that resembled a Viking ship with 23 other intrepid — and oftentimes grumpy — young adults. She clearly remembers telling herself, during the required three-day solo camp on a remote island, that no matter what, she wanted to make a difference in people’s lives.

Now, as executive director of Camp Okizu, Sparrow feels she’s doing just that. Okizu (pronounced oak-eye-zoo) is a Native American word that means “healing from a hurt”; set on 500 acres with three lakes in the Northern Sierra, the camp has the express mission “to support families with childhood cancer.”

In the past 35 years, Okizu has served more than 10,000 patients and their families. Every summer it hosts seven weeklong sessions, offered free to families who have a child or children suffering from cancer, be it leukemia or a tumor. Three of the sessions are devoted

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to children ages 6 to 18 who have the disease; another four sessions host siblings of young patients. Family camp weekends, offered during fall and spring, include programs for teens and bereaved families.

Sparrow, 50, lives in an Eichler-built home in Lucas Valley with her husband, Paul, a writer, and their two daughters, Claudia, 15, who goes to Terra Linda High School and is a member of the Marin Environmental Leadership Program, and Annika, 16, who attends the Marin School of the Arts, a musical theater program at Novato High School. For more than 25 years in the Bay Area, Sparrow has been active in fundraising, including major drives for the California Academy of Sciences and the San Francisco Ballet, and she worked with the late Warren and Chris Hellman on philanthropic projects.

Initially, what brought you to Camp Okizu?

In 2014, when the camp approached me, the 9-year-old daughter of one of my best friends had just died of cancer. And a few years before that, my dad died from an aggressive form of cancer — glioblastoma brain cancer. So the cause was near and dear to my heart. Also, I strongly believe in the healing power of nature and the transformative power of, well, fun — there’s no better word for it. And the folks involved with Okizu are a fantastic group of caring, fun people.

One of the original Okizu doctors, Dr. Michael Amylon, from Stanford, was so inspiring to me.

In addition to being a longtime fundraiser, I am also a trained marriage and family therapist and I was impressed when Mike told me that Okizu involves the whole family, facilitates peer support and fosters an accepting community environment. Also, right away I felt that John Bell — the founder of Golden Bear Travel as well as a founder of Camp Okizu — and his family were my kind of people. I wanted to be a part of all of that, so it was a good match for me.

Was there a moment you knew you’d made the right choice? When I first came to camp I saw a 10-year-old girl who could barely walk be carried over to the zip line. We all held our breath as she was harnessed in. Then the counselor ran her down the hill and launched her into the air. To our surprise she let go of the rope and spread her arms and flew like a bird to the

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other side. We all cheered and cried. It was one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. At that moment, I knew I was at home.

How do parents of young cancer patients hear about Okizu? Our children come from all over Northern California: Marin, the Peninsula and San Francisco and also Sacramento and Sonoma County. Parents are referred to us by the pediatric oncology doctors of Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford, UC Davis Medical Center and other Northern California hospitals that have a pediatric oncology department.

What are typical activities? Gosh, just about everything that any summer camp would offer: there’s a ropes course, there’s archery, boating, hiking, fishing and nightly campfires.

A really popular activity is called Baseball Lunch. It takes place on day two, when campers often get homesick. What makes it fun is everyone wears their favorite baseball shirts and caps and the counselors mime a baseball game in the lodge and that’s followed by counselors acting as ballpark vendors while the campers cheer for hot dogs and Cracker Jacks. Counselors throw goodies that campers have to catch before eating them. There is loud music and everyone loves it.

Some camp activities sound a bit risky. What if a young cancer patient gets injured? Or needs to continue his or her chemotherapy?

Oh, there’s a small hospital at Camp Okizu and a pediatric oncology doctor, and two or three oncology nurses are present at all times when cancer patients are attending camp. And we do what we can to make it all look camp-like.

Our hospital is called the Inn, the medical staff ress like camp counselors and there is a drive-up window for wheelchairs and nightly meds. By the way, though we have over 800 volunteers involved with our overall program, each summer we are especially in need of male counselors ages 18–25. Including orientation, it’s a nine-day commitment.

Are there camps similar to Camp Okizu elsewhere in the U. S.? Yes, but most are operated by the hospitals themselves, whereas

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we serve a number of hospitals. Probably the most famous similar organization is the Hole in the Wall Camp, founded by the actor Paul Newman in 1986, who was also a major donor to Okizu during his lifetime, and his daughter Nell still supports us. Paul would often say that so many things came to him by sheer luck in his life and he wanted to give back to kids who were on the other side of luck — maybe to even out the score a bit. Also, I must say that while there are probably more than two dozen camps similar to Camp Okizu, partly because we’ve been around for 36 years, founded and based in Marin, we are looked upon as the country’s premier pediatric cancer camp, the one others seek to emulate.

What is Camp Okizu’s budget? We operate on an annual budget of $2.5 million. In 2000, we purchased our 500-acre camp for $10 million and have now paid the mortgage down to $1.4 million. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month and, fortunately, we’ve just received a $1 million challenge grant from Dr. Art and Debbie Ablin. Art is one of Okizu’s founding pediatric oncology doctors, and if we raise another $400,000, we will own our own home free and clear.

How do you raise money? Okizu is supported by individuals as well as foundations and corporations. Nothing is too big or too small. This year a 4-year-old girl nicknamed Pink Lady Bug emptied her piggy bank to help bring kids with cancer to camp. Lately, a great deal of support has come from Neil and Kathy Hennessy, the folks behind Novato’s Hennessy Fund, and our newest corporate donor is Google. Oh, and, remember when I mentioned Camp Okizu’s Baseball Lunch? Well, San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey and his wife, Kristen, have taken up pediatric cancer as their main cause.

Finally, supermodel Christy Turlington, at one time an Okizu counselor, made a nice donation, so we named one of our lakes at camp after her father; it’s called Captain T’s Lake. There are several ways to be involved with Okizu.

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Bastions, Batteries& Beyond The historic war relics that surround us.

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eerily comprehensive collective consciousness — or an overzealous push by San Francisco tourism bureaus — the summer of 2017 has served as an unmistakable reminder of another, far more colorful summer, the Summer of Love. At exhibits and fairs, vestiges of the peace-touting hippies who turned on, tuned in and dropped out half a century ago are omnipresent, making it easy to forget that contrary to the images seen in vibrant print posters, the Bay Area has historically been a heavily armed military stronghold.

Forever a desirable location, San Francisco was considered among the most important military ports in the United States for more than 100 years, second only to New York Harbor. And since the city had the most strategically important port on the West Coast, it should come as no surprise that a well-preserved historical record was left behind. The area surrounding the Golden Gate strait contains remnants of seven distinct war eras, from the Spanish-Mexican period in 1776 up until the Cold War. These forts and other coastal defenses are still visible and include some of the best and most extensive military architecture in North America.

The largest remaining collection of batteries are from the Endicott Period, which began around 1885, and continued through the World War I and World War II periods. Named for Secretary of War William C. Endicott, the Endicott Period reflects an era when the War Department placed a big emphasis on seacoast fortifications around the country.

As a response, the army made a concerted effort in the 1890s to modernize and rearm all these forts. Artifacts of these batteries and forts can be seen throughout the county, with a few standouts. Built in the Marin Headlands in 1908, Fort Barry is one of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA)’s best examples of an Endicott Period army post.

Fort Cronkhite, in the Marin Headlands north of Rodeo Lagoon, is one of the few examples of a World War II mobilization post remaining in the country. But it’s Fort Baker that still provides public safety protections today, alongside such diverse features as a LEED-certified resort, yacht club, children’s museum and water access for recreation.

The last “post-to-park” conversion in the GGNRA system, Fort Baker is a 335-acre former 1905 U.S. Army post located north of the Golden Gate Bridge in Sausalito, along Horseshoe Cove. In the fort’s heyday the cove was home to the Harbor Defense Command’s local mine depot, where Coast Artillery soldiers loaded 800 pounds of TNT into metal mines and planted them underwater with a complex

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In the wake of the World War II bombings of Pearl Harbor and Hiroshima, the threat of foreign attack on U.S. soil shifted from naval assault to air attack, particularly involving nuclear weapons, and during the Cold War Fort Baker became home to the headquarters of the Sixth Army Air Defense Command Region (ARADCOM). The Sixth ARADCOM Region was responsible for staffing 12 permanent Nike antiaircraft missile launch sites around the Bay Area, including in the East Bay, south of the Golden Gate, and at Fort Cronkhite, Fort Barry, Angel Island and San Rafael. These missile sites would receive initial targeting information from an early-warning radar station at the Mill Valley Air Force Station on Mount Tamalpais, now visually memorialized in the large “golf ball” resting on the ridge.

After the Cold War the 91st Division, which had provided training support, was stationed at Fort Baker under the command of the Travis Air Force Base, but times were changing. In 1995, the military transferred its land to the GGNRA and in 2000, the last soldiers left Fort Baker. Today, the U.S. Coast Guard Station Golden Gate is at Horseshoe Cove, where it is responsible for search-and-rescue missions, homeland security, maritime law enforcement, maritime environmental protection and boating safety, while the Travis Air Force Base continues to operate the Sailing Marina Center at the Presidio Yacht Club. More than 25 historic army buildings can still be found at Fort Baker, including structures at Cavallo Point and Battery Yates, along with trails and remarkable bay views. m

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{Opening spread} Red corduroy custom suit by JAKE, $2,595; red printed blouse by JAKE, $595; both at JAKE (SF) jake.clothing. Red, double handle Rockstud bag by Valentino, $3,195 at Shoe Stories of Sausalito (Sausalito) shoestoriesofsausalito. com. Salton rings (ruby, hypersthene, and gray moonstone) by Lulu Designs Jewelry, $158 each at Lulu Designs Jewelry (Sausalito) luludesignsjewelry.com.

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{This spread, from left} Winter floral structured blazer by J’Amy Tarr, $489 at J’Amy Tarr (Mill Valley) jamytarr. com. Black pleated varsity leather skirt

by JAKE, $625. Zaira perforated black lace-ups by Aquatalia, $450 at Shoe Stories of Sausalito. Enigma racer-back triangle bra by I.D. Sarrieri, $304 at Alla Prima (SF) allaprimalingerie.com.

Tahitian wrap necklace by Alix and Company, $1,425 at Alix and Company (Mill Valley) alixandcompany.com.

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{This page} Gray printed floral dress by Lesley Evers, $148 at Lesley Evers (Corte Madera) lesleyevers. com. Silk brocade coat by Janet Deleuse, $450 at Deleuse (Fairfax) deleuse.com. Liquid Silver layering necklace, $415 and Liquid Silver collar necklace, $190, both by Robindira Unsworth, at Robindira Unsworth (Petaluma) robindira.com.

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{This page} Han leather jacket in Anthracite by IRO, $1,265 at Haven (Larkspur) shophavenclothing.com.

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Jewel paisley dress by Rebecca Taylor, $695 at Haven (Larkspur) shophavenclothing.com. Dark floral tux cape by J’Amy Tarr, $398 at J’Amy Tarr (Mill Valley) jamytarr. com. Adriatic rings (moonstone and labradorite) by Lulu Designs Jewelry, $158 each, both at Lulu Designs Jewelry (Sausalito) luludesignsjewelry.com.

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{This page} Chloe leather jacket by Margaret O’Leary, $695; Delilah dress by Margaret O’Leary, $240; both at Margaret O’Leary (Mill Valley) margaretoleary.com. Multistrand red Sardinian coral necklace by Assael, price available upon request at 212.819.0060. {Opposite, from left} Charlotte poncho by Margaret O’Leary, $295 at Margaret O’Leary. Kasperi backpack, $315 at waremakers.com

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{Opposite, from right} Penny coat by Margaret O’Leary, $395 at Margaret O’Leary (Mill Valley) margaretoleary.com. Wine MontLouis wrap dress by Les Lunes, $245 at Les Lunes (Corte Madera) leslunes.com. 41-inch gold chain, $1,250 at Union Street Goldsmith (SF) unionstreetgoldsmith. com. Bridget navy sandals by Marion Park, $695 at Shoe Stories of Sausalito (Sausalito) shoestoriesofsausalito.com. {This page} Brushed cashmere Tish turtleneck by Margaret O’Leary, $210 at Margaret O’Leary. White trench by Norma Kamali, $385 at 34 Main (Tiburon) 34mainstreet. com. Ankle leather leggings

by SPRWMN, $795 at Haven (Larkspur) shophavenclothing. com. Carved onyx and diamond clip earrings, $3,750 at Lang Antique and Estate Jewelry (SF) langantiques.com.

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NOT-SO-HAUGHTY YACHT CLUBS Five community gems that are as fun to hang out at as they are to sail from.

BY KASIA PAWLOWSKA AND LEELA LINDNER • PHOTOS BY STEVE KEPPLE

Ever since Sir Francis Drake famously sailed to the area, Marin has had an association with watercraft. Whether or not you’re lucky enough to own a boat (or have a friend with one), a sizable part of the population here has a relaxed relationship with sailing. Here we take a look at five yacht clubs that don’t require fancy dress or a hefty initiation fee but do offer many ways to have a good time.

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SAN RAFAEL YACHT CLUB EST. 1938, ABOUT 100 MEMBERS, SAN RAFAEL, 37°58’08.4”N 122°31’06.8”W

Despite contradicting accounts regarding its origins — some claim it was started by William McNear of the McNear brick company and former San Rafael council member Fred Jensen; others say a group of working-class men were the founders — what’s indisputable is that the 4,000-square-foot clubhouse was built from the ground up by its members, many of them contractors. Located at the west end of the San Rafael Canal, it has a protected harbor offering visiting boats more than 300 feet of dock space and plenty of room to have a good time inside, too. The club’s main goal is to promote proper and safe boating practices and to provide a comfortable atmosphere of member camaraderie — which the cocktail lounge overlooking the harbor next to the expansive deck helps facilitate. Still run by volunteers and featuring events like the New Year’s Eve “hangover” cruise-in, the unstuffy San Rafael Yacht Club has been going strong since 1938. ANSWERS PROVIDED BY J.E.B. PICKETT, COMMODORE

How would you describe your club? First, you must realize that we are an all-volunteer club.

We don’t have any sort of pretentiousness in this club. While we do own and use our boats, have formal meetings and conduct ourselves according to our bylaws and rules, you will find that everyone at this club is friendly, cheerful and fairly well behaved on most occasions.

Dress code? We are very casual most of the time but we also have formal dinners, theme nights and other fun events.

Best feature of the club? We’re close in enough that visiting cruise-ins from other yacht clubs can walk downtown from their boat. As for the club itself, we have a great dining and meeting area with a large dance floor that we like to put to use.

We’d also like to point out that we are proud to provide room for and assist in the sponsoring of the San Rafael High School sailing program, and we have yearly events and assist the San Rafael Lifehouse Agency with a Christmas party and boat rides and provide the clubhouse so they can prepare for their performance at the Great Chefs event.

Always a yacht club? Yes, the building was in fact built by its members. The area has not always been a yacht club. In fact, our old deck area consists of the pilings that used to support the oil companies and their lightering barges that used to commercially use the canal.

Describe your typical member. First of all, she’s Irish — actually we have no typical member.

Many of the members are tradespeople, but we also have professionals and business owners from all walks of life.

Do you have a paid bartender? We don’t have a paid anybody. We’re an all-volunteer club, so don’t complain if your drink is late.

Are you open to the public on any nights?

Because of California’s ABC laws, we cannot be open to the public without paying for a special license. We are always open to members of reciprocal yacht clubs and we encourage the public to call and come as our guests some night so that they can decide if they would like to join.

Food service? Not on a daily basis. We usually have food on Friday evenings and for planned dinners and events. Our club fortunately contains members who have some culinary bent, so we do have some great meals.

Membership dues? Very reasonable. Only $350 per year.

Signature cocktail? Not particularly, but the current favorite appears to be what used to be called a Skyy-scraper. Skyy vodka, soda and cranberry juice.

Reciprocity? We extend invitation to all members of PICYA-affiliated clubs. We also extend privileges to yacht club members from all over the world on request.

Membership events? Usually at least monthly, and a monthly cruise-out to other clubs throughout much of the year.

Are there yachts? Yes.

Live music? Yes please. We try to have bands and live music whenever possible.

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SAUSALITO CRUISING CLUB EST. 1949, 500 MEMBERS, SAUSALITO, 37°51’42.6”N 122°29’17.0”W

Set in a former munitions barge, the Sausalito Cruising Club was founded in 1949 by service members returning from World War II. Members purchased the barge after the war when the government was selling off artime surpluses and have extensively remodeled it since the club’s inception. The club, which is a tax-exempt private social organization, has a simple mission: to bring people who share a love of the sea and nautical activities together to socialize. Here the attitude is very much a “whatever floats your boat” kind of affair. No boat? No problem. Boat ownership is not a membership requirement, although roughly a third of members do have one — there are also a number of kayaks and paddleboards for club members to use on Richardson Bay. Landlubbers, fret not: the Sausalito Cruising Club calendar is stacked with shoreside events, including live music Monday through Friday, major holiday fetes, and kids’ days during the summer months. sausalitocruisingclub.org ANSWERS PROVIDED BY JOHN DONOVAN, COMMODORE How would you describe your club? We are a private boating and social club that serves the needs of Sausalito and surrounding communities by offering inexpensive access to water-related activities as well as music, food and beverages, with an easygoing and welcoming atmosphere not commonly found in standard yacht clubs.

Dress code? Dress to have fun is the only dress code at the SCC; however, shoes and shirt are required in times of food service.

Best feature of the club? There are many great features of the SCC, from the collection of watercraft available for use and the awesome location at the head of Dunphy Park with commanding views of Richardson Bay to our stage, fabulous sound system and magically rustic clubhouse and bar, but the best feature of the SCC is its welcoming and fun-loving membership.

Always a yacht club? No, the Cruising Club clubhouse was a surplus World War II munitions barge.

Describe your typical member?

There is no such thing at the SCC. We are a melting pot where millionaires rub shoulders with anchor-outs. Ages range from high 80s to young 20s and there are a lot of kids in the mix. The SCC is a very family-friendly club.

Do you have a paid bartender?

We do carry a staff. We have five bartenders on staff who rotate through service; we have two kitchen staff, one door man and two other all-arounders who can fill in where needed. On a typical night, we usually staff with one or two tenders, a server and one or two in the kitchen.

Are you open to the public on any nights? Our licensing provides us limited ability to open to the public and we save those for special events, outreach and community fundraising projects.

Live music? If you like to dance, our bookings feature bands that know how to lay down a dance beat. On Mondays, we have an open mic “Blue Monday” backed by an awesome band. Whether members play guitar, harmonica, keyboards or sing, they are welcome to get onstage and play with the best.

Food service? The Sausalito Cruising Club has a full galley that serves up quality dishes. Most nights, the food is à la carte, ordered from our menu. We have a fully stocked bar, with our friendly staff serving a wide selection of beers, fine wines and top-shelf spirits.

Membership dues? Our yearly dues are reasonable, currently at just $500, plus $100 initiation that is good for two people.

Signature cocktail? Our skilled bartenders can mix any drink but a quality margarita always complements a warm afternoon on the water in Sausalito.

Reciprocity? We have reciprocal rights with all PICYA-affiliated yacht clubs on the West Coast, Hawaii, and throughout the world.

Membership events? We hold events most of the major holidays, we do kids’ days once a month in the summer, and we schedule sail-outs so that members who don’t own boats can get out and enjoy the bay.

Are there yachts? The Sausalito Cruising Club maintains a fleet of watercraft for use by its members.

We have kayaks, paddleboards and sailing dinghies, including Lasers, and are re-rigging an Islander Bahama 24. Our clubhouse barge sits on one of the calmest and most beautiful parts of San Francisco Bay: Richardson Bay. It is an ideal location to learn to kayak or paddleboard. For those interested in sailing, Angel Island, San Francisco and the Golden Gate are an easy sail away.

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The Inverness Yacht Club was founded to preserve Tomales Bay by fostering boating and yachting and to serve as a base for the community, both on INVERNESS and off the water. Volunteer YACHT CLUB service includes every aspect of EST. 1912, running the club — tending the 350 MEMBERS, facility itself and shepherding INVERNESS, its social events, involvement 38°06’09.5”N in the racing program as well 122°51’25.1”W as the adult boating and youth sailing programs, and contributing to a monthly newsletter (The Pilot). Activities include sailing, kayaking, canoeing, rowing, fishing and just messing around in boats. The Inverness Yacht Club is a family-oriented organization. ANSWERS PROVIDED BY DAVE WEST, COMMODORE

How would you describe your club? It is a truly beautiful slice of Bay Area nautical history. Sailors and watermen and -women have been enjoying this unique location on the protected Tomales Bay for over a century, and the energy of their love of place and good times can be felt when you walk through the yard, in the door or out our long pier.

Dress code? No. Best feature of the club? It is truly a spectacular spot in the world, with what amounts to our own private bay. We have a pier and a historic clubhouse, and the community membership, while very informal and relaxed, is full of very accomplished and incredibly nice people.

Always a yacht club? It was built as a yacht club, and then during the war it was used as a school. It closed for a while in the Depression/World War II period and was then reopened in the late ’40s.

Describe your typical member. There is no typical member. We have a very active and energetic small boat sailing scene and we also have lots of social members. Because Inverness is a small town, it’s one of the few ways we can all congregate, so it’s a natural gathering place for non-sailors as well.

monthly (more or less) dinners for other members and guests.

Membership dues? Currently $108 a quarter, but going up to $129 a quarter in 2018.

Do you have a paid bartender? No, no employees. The bar is open irregularly (social events and often after races), but when it is, it’s as friendly as they come.

Reciprocity? I don’t think we have ever engaged in the formal process of reciprocity but most yacht clubs will welcome you if you have another yacht club card and they’ll pour you a drink. IYC is definitely part of that group.

Are you open to the public on any nights? Yes, we have an open house on the second Saturday of every month: the bar is open and we have potluck hors d’oeuvres provided by the members.

Membership events? Yes, lots of events, including an open house club dinner on the fourth Saturday, a big July 4th celebration, Memorial Day festivities and sailing events throughout the summer.

Live music? On occasion, but not regularly.

Any yachts? No. We have an active sailing fleet, but no marina and no place for a guest dock for visiting yachts.

Food service? No regular food service. Members put together and host

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In 1961, 21 boat enthusiasts gathered in Fred Manley’s boat repair shop to hold the first Loch Lomond Yacht Club meeting. Fifty-six years later, the social group best described as Cheers with boats remains a lively volunteer-only club with a relaxed attitude and affinity for the water. Boat ownership is not required, but if you are lucky enough to own a vessel, it will be in good comTHE LOCH pany along the other 40-plus boats docked in San Rafael Bay, including crafts LOMOND named Pineapple Express, Pier Pressure and Bite Me. Events and dinners take YACHT CLUB place throughout the year in the dining room once named Tidal Wave Room, EST. 1961, in memory of the Crescent City earthquake of 1964, which caused a tsunami 121 MEMBERS, that emptied the canal and Loch Lomond Marina. It’s also not uncommon to SAN RAFAEL, see members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary conducting boat skill courses 37°58’23.6”N at the club or joining members for dinner, as LLYC has a close relationship 122°29’01.4”W with the group. ANSWERS PROVIDED BY COLLEEN STAUSS, COMMODORE How would you describe your club? Our club is mostly a social club with people who love being near the water and boating. We are a casual group with a mix of those who own boats and those who don’t.

I rarely like to use the term “yacht club” because that conjures up the stereotypical image of older folks in blue blazers. We are here to have fun, socialize, drink and talk — sometimes even about boats.

Dress code? Shoes and shirts. Members “come dressed as they are.”

Best feature of the club?

Stunning view off our back deck and “honor bar” club privileges.

Always a yacht club? Yes. Describe your typical member. It has changed over the years. It used to be a more older, social drinking crowd. But now we have many more members who are younger, have children, are local to the neighborhood, and want a safe and fun place to engage with other like-minded folks.

The average age of our membership has definitely dropped, which brings a new liveliness to our club.

Do you have a paid bartender? No, we are a 100 percent volunteer yacht club.

is designated as an open house. We have one twice a year, once in late summer and the other near the holidays.

Live music? Usually once a month.

Food service? Yes. Friday night happy hour dinners, plus one or two Saturday night dinners a month.

Membership dues? Our yearly membership is currently $900 per couple or family; $720 for a single membership.

Signature cocktail?

A Moscow mule.

Reciprocity? Yes. LLYC is a member of PICYA and welcomes all PICYA members and visiting out-of-state (or country) yacht club members with verification of membership.

Membership events?

Once a month we have a scheduled theme event and a membership dinner. We also have a family event every four months and a trivia night every couple of months, along with events supporting our Bay Area sport teams. Besides those, we have a speaker series and cruise-in and cruise-out events scheduled throughout the year.

Any yachts? Yes, our fleet’s smallest vessel is 20 feet and the largest is 74 feet.

Are you open to the public on any nights? Only for a special event that

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The Presidio Yacht Club’s origins can be traced back to 1850 and the creation of the Lime Point Military Reservation in Sausalito’s Horseshoe Cove. A satellite station of the Presidio of San Francisco, Lime Point became what is now known as Fort Baker. Here, PRESIDIO day-to-day operations included laying antisubmarine YACHT mines and hosting strategic battery sites, including CLUB Battery Yates. Military service personnel began berthEST. 1959, ing their private boats in the empty slips after the war 250 MEMBERS, and founded the Presidio Yacht Club in 1959. Initially, SAUSALITO, it was only open to the military and their families, 37°50’05”N but this restriction was lifted in 1994 when the army 122°28’25”W ceased its operations in the area. Today the Presidio Yacht Club functions mostly as a community of boating enthusiasts as well as armed forces members and veterans. It is closely associated with the Travis Marina and includes the Travis Marina Bar. The bar, sometimes called “Mike’s Place,” is open to the public Wednesday through Sunday and boasts a varnished wood interior, military and yachting decor from around the world and a kitchen that turns out standard pub fare. Being a member has its perks — a dollar off rinks. presidioyachtclub.org ANSWERS PROVIDED BY STEVE HOCKING, COMMODORE

How would you describe your club? The Presidio Yacht Club was originally just for members of the armed services with an emphasis on providing a fun place for Travis Air Force Base and veteran military personnel.

Are you open to the public on any nights?

The upstairs Travis Marina bar is open to the public at night.

Dress code? None except for special occasions or New Year’s Day. The dinners are usually themed and some members will dress up accordingly — Hawaiian, Oktoberfest and so on.

Food service? PYC has monthly dinners for its members and their family and friends only. Travis Bar serves hamburgers, pizza and hot dogs.

Live music? Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Sometimes on Thursday, also.

Best feature of the club? The view and the club upstairs.

Membership dues? Membership is free for active duty members of the uniformed services; regular initiation is $50 with an annual fee of $280.

Always a yacht club? No, it was a boat repair shop and on the historic list.

Signature cocktail? No.

Describe your typical member. The most active are military veterans and members of the public. The club relies on volunteers for everything from cooking meals, decorations and providing boat rides to a yearly barbecue on July 4th for Travis Air Force Base personnel and their families and a yearly outing to Angel Island.

Do you have a paid bartender? The upstairs bar does have paid bartenders.

Reciprocity? Yes, PYC is a member of PICYA, and as such all Bay Area clubs — except the St. Francis — will honor the PYC membership.

Membership events? Monthly dinners and cleanup day in the marina. There is also a yearly outing for young teens coming from Travis’ families.

Any yachts? Yes.

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IN A PICKLE

This just might be the most fun you can have playing a sport you may not have heard of.

BY KIRSTEN JONES NEFF • PHOTOS BY STEVE KEPPLE

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T CA N BE hot out at Thigpen Sports Courts in Hamilton on a summer afternoon, very hot, but that doesn’t deter

USA Pickleball Association ambassador George Silvas and his disciples. Heat, cold, wind — these athletes, from Sausalito to Marshall and everywhere in between, show up each week to play the game with a funny name, a game that also happens to be one of the fastest-growing sports in America. The pickleball craze that has swept the nation over the past five years has, sure enough, arrived here in Marin. Silvas, a former high school teacher and coach who now lives in Novato, assumed he would fill his retirement with golf. A lifelong athlete and competitor, he was a serious 5-handicap golfer, so when his wife, Maria, suggested they should try pickleball because it is an activity they could enjoy together, he was skeptical. They dug through his old PE equipment to find racquets, headed out to the tennis courts at San Marin High School, and before he even had time to think about what he was getting into, Silvas was hooked. They both were.

Within the year he and Maria, who was not a lifelong competitive athlete but happened to be a pickleball natural, were competing in a tournament in Reno, where they won a mixed doubles division. Before long, Silvas found himself teaching Intro to Pickleball at venues across Marin County. “I’m retired, but this has become a full-time job. I don’t have enough time each day to teach classes for everyone who wants to learn to play right now,” he says.

Although wildly popular of late, this sport, which looks like a blend of tennis and Ping-Pong, has been around for over 50 years; it was created by a group of bored friends on Bainbridge Island, Washington, in 1965. When they couldn’t find the shuttlecock for their badminton set, they improvised with homemade wooden paddles and a whiffl ball on a badminton court. Now governed by the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA) and the International Federation of Pickleball (IFP), the game is played both indoors or outdoors, still on badminton-size courts.

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Who plays pickleball? “Anyone can play!” Silvas says. The game tends to draw former tennis players whose knees and other joints can’t tolerate the tennis court anymore. With pickleball the size of the court and slower speed of the ball mean less ground to cover, so the game is perfect for retirees looking to maintain the joy of social play and thrill of competition in their lives. But the demographic is definitely not limited to the older age set or to former athletes. Silvas says his local classes and tournaments are peppered with players of all ages and skill sets. The Pickleball Channel, a web-based video channel for enthusiasts, features U.S. Pickleball Open Championship matches between young men’s and women’s singles superstars, all in prime physical shape. “I just taught a summer clinic at Rolling Hills Club that was for 9- to 15-yearolds,” Silvas says. “They went crazy for it and want more.” He adds that two of the better players in the region are kids, a pair of brothers, 8 and 10 years old.

Where to play in Marin County? Marin County has a growing number of venues for pickleball lessons, practice and tournaments. Novato’s parks department offers classes and open play at Hill School and Thigpen Sports Courts (most days). Rolling Hills Tennis Club in Novato holds Thursday evening clinics. In San Rafael, pickleball is offered at Boro Community Center and Albert Park. This past June, Pueblo Park in Santa Venetia inaugurated a new court that is open every day. Those interested should contact George Silvas for information about class schedules, open play and pickleball socials.

What does it take to play pickleball? No experience is necessary, Silvas insists. Many who come out have never played a racquet sport or been a competitive athlete. His wife is a perfect example: not a competitive athlete, took to pickleball quickly. Sharon Skolnick, a lifelong tennis player who now practices and competes regularly at the Thigpen Sports Courts, convinced her engineer husband, Sandy, to come out. “He never liked sports much,” she says. “But he loves this.”

Why is pickleball so popular? It is unanimous among the pickleball players in Silvas’ classes, from the San Rafael PE teacher to the West Marin retired realtor: you play because it is fun. And for people like Skolnick, who survived cancer and lymphedema, the game has offered much more than fun. “I was a tomboy, and sports had been my life from the time I was a young girl,” says Skolnick, who had to give up competitive tennis due to her health issues. Finding pickleball has been critical to both her physical and mental health, she says. “Now I play three or four days a week. To be honest, I believe it has helped me to survive.” Everyone agrees the game offers a good balance of social and competitive activity, with a friendly, open atmosphere that allows players to come in at various levels and play with varying degrees of intensity. According to Maria Silvas, who has now traveled the country and abroad participating in the sport with her husband, “Pickleball groups tend to be full of warm and caring people.

In fact, I have never met a snooty group.”

For more information contact George Silvas at gbs2753@aol.com.

This page: All ages and skill levels enjoy the game and players are rated from 2.0 to 5.0 for tournaments, like in tennis. Opposite: George Silvas instructs players who use whiffle-like balls and special wood or graphite paddles.

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HAWAII CALLS

The insiders’ look at how to get the most out of your island adventure.

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A family snorkeling on Oahu’s North Shore.

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Planning a trip to the islands soon? We’ve asked experts — Hawaii hospitality veterans with more than 200 years of combined experience helping guests get the most out of their vacations — to share their best recreational and cultural tips. And yes, we let them include at least one offering from their own home base.

MAUI ALVIN WONG, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AT WAILEA BEACH RESORT An avid fitness advocate who enjoys myriad outdoor and indoor activities, Wong has been at the property (seeing it through a $100 million renovation) for three years and previously worked in the industry for 25-plus years.

➺ Start the day watching the sunrise at Haleakala, which means “house of the sun” in Hawaiian. As of February, visitors need a reservation, which can be made 60 days in advance for $1.50 per car at nps.gov. ➺ Book a five-line Haleakala zip line run with Skyline Adventure tours, which starts off cross an Indiana Jones–style swinging bridge, proceeds over 90-foot drops and continues through a forest of eucalyptus. If you can do this anytime from Monday to Wednesday, opt for the Haleakala Bike ’n’ Zip tour, which combines a sunrise view, a bike ride down the 21 switchbacks and the zip line tour.

Plan for lunch at Grandma’s Coffee House in Kula. ➺ Head to Oneloa, “Big Beach” in Makena on South Maui, where the locals go for bodysurfing, picnicking and relaxation, as it is untouched by any development — not a resort in sight, a very beautiful and picturesque beach, two-thirds of a mile long and 10 feet wide. If you’re feeling adventurous, just steps over a hill is “Little Beach,” where clothing is optional. ➺ If it is whale season, November–March, you

can’t miss the wow excursion of a lifetime with Hawaiian Outrigger Experience, where you will learn about Hawaiian history, culture and language as you cruise along the shores of Wailea.

➺ Ride the waterslide at Wailea Beach Resort (for hotel guests only). Opened recently, this turny, curvy tube of fun has taken the prize for longest aquatic slide in the state. As part of the resort’s NALU Adventure Pool, it measures 325 feet and drops five-and-a-half stories back into a deep pool. ➺ You’ve burned plenty of calories even if you just do half of all the above, so end your day by enjoying the spectacular Maui sunset anywhere along the southern shoreline with your favorite beverage and significant other.

JONELLE KAMAI, CULTURAL AMBASSADOR AND CHEF CONCIERGE AT FAIRMONT KEA LANI Kamai was born and raised on Maui and has worked at the Kea Lani for 11 years. She has a certification from Ola Hawaii, a program developed by the Native Hawaiian Hospitality Association.

➺ One of the most significant cultural places in the state is located in Hana — Hale o Pi‘ilani Heiau.

This locale is said to have once been the home of an ali‘i (chief) named Pi‘ilani. Pi‘ilanihale is the largest heiau in all of Polynesia and was built in different phases starting in the 13th century. Guided tours are available and recommended. ➺ Heading west, Front Street in Lahaina showcases Maui’s diverse history — you just need to know where to look. For one, the old courthouse is now a place to visit and learn about Hawaii’s monarchs and missionary influence and the history of Maui’s people. Other points of interest include the Baldwin Museum, Hale Pa‘ahao Prison, Hale Pa‘i Museum and Wo Hing Museum. Moku‘ula Island and Mokuhinia Pond are also worth visiting; the former was once home to Kamehameha III (the kingdom’s capital was Lahaina from 1830 to 1845). The Friends of Moku‘ula will guide you to many cultural sites in the area on an educational walking tour. ➺ Located toward the center of the island, ‘Iao Valley State Park is one of Maui’s most culturally significant areas. In 1790, a famous battle happened here between the army of Kamehameha the Great and the Maui Chief Kalanikūpule. The battle became known as Kepaniwai, which means “the damming of the waters,” referring to the bodies that floated down the river. Still, this was also when Kamehameha met Keōpūolani, the future mother of his children and the most sacred wahine in the kingdom. Today visitors enjoy the nature conservancy’s trails and cool river waters. ➺ Pu‘u Keka‘a, which literally means “rumbling hill” (aka Black Rock), is at the far end of the beautiful Ka‘anapali Beach. Here, hundreds of years ago, Chief Kahekili II, known for his courage and waterman skills, made lele kawa (the act of leaping feetfirst from a cliff nto water without splashing) an exercise for his warriors as he assessed their courage and loyalty to him. Later, Kamehameha the Great made it a sport and now it is a fun pastime for locals and visitors alike.

HAWAII ISLAND CRAIG ANDERSON, VP OF OPERATIONS AT THE MAUNA KEA BEACH HOTEL A trained chef who loves to be active, Anderson has been at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel for two years and has worked in hospitality in the state for nearly two decades.

➺ Start off ith a beach walk along Kauna‘oa Bay at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel; each lap is about a quarter-mile. Then take a 200-yard swim out to the iconic float. While it’s easier for hotel guests to do this, there are about two dozen or so public parking spots, and the morning is the best time to get one. ➺ Hike down to the beach at Waipio Valley and then back up. It’s said to be one of the steepest roads in the world, with a 25 percent grade; it is a mile to the beach, so plan on about 30 minutes down and 45 back up. Get a malasada at Tex Drive In Honoka’a on your way home; you’ll deserve it. ➺ Head to Kohala Zipline, the only all-canopy zip line in the state (you are in treetops most of the time). If you sign up for the Zip and Dip tour, you’ll get to swim under a waterfall. ➺ Walk on the largest active volcano on the planet.

There are plenty of self-guided hikes to choose from in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, including nighttime lava-flow-gazing options. ➺ Summit Mauna Kea, which entails an hour-plus drive to a parking lot and a 7-mile hike to the top.

Opt for a stargazing tour. ➺ Hawaii Island is world famous for night diving.

Here you’ll swim with many sea creatures — most famously the graceful manta rays. Stay safe and get the most from your experience by diving with a guide. ➺ Go to bed, and repeat the next day.

DONNA KIMURA, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING, ISLAND OF HAWAII VISITORS BUREAU Kimura has a bachelor of arts in Hawaiian Studies with a language emphasis from University of Hawaii at Hilo and has been at the bureau for four years. She started her foray into tourism more than 30 years ago at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel as a front office cashier, when they had just started taking American Express (payment had previously been cash or check) and everyone was on a MAP (modified American plan) rate, which included breakfast and dinner.

➺ Uncover Hawaii history by exploring the island’s five National Historic Parks: Pu‘uhonua o Honaunau, Kaloko-Honokohau, Pu‘ukohola Heiau,

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Alakahakai National Historic Trail and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

➺ Begin the day in historic Kailua-Kona with a walk down Ali‘i Drive, home to Hulihe‘e Palace and Moku‘aikaua Church, the oldest Christian church in Hawaii. ➺ Head north along the Kohala Coast for a stop in Waimea, a town rich in paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) history and culture. ➺ Take a quick trip up Kohala Mountain Road

to Kapa‘au for a picnic, and while there be sure to snap a picture with the original King Kamehameha statue, memorializing the man credited with uniting the islands into one royal kingdom.

half a mile; the course offers eight dual lines, two rappels and three skybridges over beautifully expansive farmland.

➺ After working out all day, stay healthy with a sustainable seafood option from Mud Hen Water, 12th Avenue Grill, or The Pig & The Lady.

➺ Walk Kailua Beach at sunrise. This 2.5-mile stretch of white flour-like sand is famous for its beauty. Bring a boogie board; you’ll find a couple of spots that are great for beginners.

GERALD GLENNON, GENERAL MANAGER OF THE KAHALA HOTEL & RESORT Glennon has

➺ The most advanced boogie boarders and bodysurfers can head to Makapuu Beach Park, but only go if you have complete confidence in your water abilities. This wild beach on the east side of Oahu is famous for strong surf.

➺ Follow the Hamakua Heritage Corridor, a scenic drive filled with gardens, waterfalls and small towns, to Hilo. While in Hilo don’t miss ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center or Lili‘uokalani Gardens, which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year.

lived in Hawaii 17 years and has been in the hospitality industry 39 years.

➺ Take a sunrise walk along Waikiki with a nod to the past. Here you can read the plaques created by cultural historian George Kanahele and his crew and imagine what this metropolis was like hundreds of years ago. Start at the east end at the beach, at what is now the Kaimana Beach Hotel (formerly Sans Souci, Waikiki’s first hotel), and continue to Kapahulu Groin, a spot that today is crowded with

➺ To complete the circle-island adventure, stop at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, where visitors can gather at Jaggar Museum and Overlook to witness the glow of lava within Halema‘uma‘u Crater.

OAHU REBECCA PANG, PUBLIC RELATIONS Pang loves to run half-marathons. She cut her teeth in the business representing the Hawaii, Oahu and Maui visitor bureaus for more than a decade. Here are her top picks for staying active on Oahu.

he morning with a hike to the top of Diamond Head or Le‘ahi (Hawaiian name for the crater), a 1.6-mile round-trip. The trail, built in 1908 as part of Oahu’s coastal defense system, originally led to a center that directed artillery fire, and walking it is like taking a trip back in time. The reward after an ascent up steep stairs and through a lighted 225-foot tunnel is a prime view of Waikiki and beyond, from a vantage point only reachable on foot.

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➺ Start off

Iolani Palace

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Wailea Beach Resort

➺ Take a surf lesson in Waikiki. For decades, locals and travelers have gotten their cowabunga stoke on these perfect small rolling waves, and you can too. The beach is filled with opportunities to rent a board, including Faith Surf School in front of the Outrigger Waikiki. For a different pace, try stand-up paddleboarding and see Waikiki from a new perspective. ➺ Explore the North Shore with Climb Works on Keana Farms. The three-hour guided zip line tour includes zip lines ranging from 500 feet to almost M A R I N S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 7 81

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the world. The spot was affectionately known as “Kahollywood” for the movie stars who flocked here. As you sip that cool and refreshing Maui Mule, contemplate the fact that in 1795, on this very spot, Kamehameha the Great landed many of his canoes (which came from Maui) en route to the Battle of Nuuanu, which led to the unification of the Hawaiian Islands. Eventually, the kanaka or native islanders began to settle in Kahala.

KAUAI The Kahala Hotel & Resort

Farmers’ market on Kauai

DENISE WARDLOW, GENERAL MANAGER AT WESTIN PRINCEVILLE OCEAN RESORT VILLAS Wardlow has been in hospitality more than 40 years and was there when the resort opened in 2008. An avid walker, she is an ideal person to give recreation advice.

➺ Start your morning with a RunWestin running route; our 2.5- or 5-mile map will guide you around the picturesque Princeville area. You’ll see nene geese, the Hawaii state bird, along with albatross, rainbow eucalyptus and more.

Waimea Canyon

surfers from around the world, but when the chiefs ruled the land a commoner might have lost his life by daring to surf these royal waves.

➺ The Banyan Tree at the Moana Surfrider, where Robert Louis Stevenson is said to have written poems with the lovely Princess Kaiulani. The princess grew up on an estate just across the street, which is where the Sheraton Kaiulani stands today.

A little farther down the road, Gray’s Beach, between the Halekulani and Outrigger Reef, was famous for healing powers; if you have an ailment you might as well dip into these waters — it can’t hurt. ➺ Iolani Palace is the only palace on U.S. soil.

Sign up for a guided tour to get the most out of the visit. If you ever have a chance to watch the movie Princess Kaiulani (it is usually offered on Hawaiian Airlines) you’ll recognize the palace and locations of a few key scenes. Be sure to visit the corner

➺ I know, a museum sounds like the last place you would want to be on a tropical vacation, but the Bishop Museum is worth it. Try the Monarchs Tour, Behind the Scenes or the Planetarium and plan to stay for a while. ➺ Not only will the flora and fauna blow your mind at Waimea Falls, but there are rare species of birds and plants along the path that winds past an ancient Hawaiian village (currently being excavated). I recommend a guided tour. When you’re done, be sure to dip in the cool refreshing waters off Waimea Beach. On February 28, 1779, Capt. Charles Clerke aboard HMS Resolution stopped at Waimea Bay shortly after Capt. James Cook was killed at Kealakekua Bay. ➺ Stop at the Pali Lookout, which has deep historical significance. Pali means cliff n Hawaiian, and this one is the site of the Battle of Nuuanu, where in 1795 Kamehameha the Great won the struggle that finally united Oahu under his rule. Hike or drive up and check out the expansive view of Kane’ohe and Kailua bays. ➺ End at the Kahala, which when built in 1964 for $11 million was the most expensive hotel in

➺ Hawaii’s “Garden Isle” has a robust agricultural community, and every day somewhere on the island a farmers’ market is held, open to kama‘aina and visitors alike. In addition to fresh produce, markets offer ready-to-devour food like traditional Hawaiian lunch plates and Kauai-made items like jewelry and honey, authentic mementos of island living. ➺ Waimea Canyon and Koke‘e State Park is nick-

named “the Grand Canyon of the Pacific.” The canyon, on Kauai’s west side, is 14 miles long, one mile wide and more than 3,600 feet deep. Although not as big or as old as its Arizona counterpart, this geological wonder is unique in the islands and provides panoramic views of crested buttes, rugged crags and deep valley gorges. Numerous trails are available for beginner and seasoned hikers.

➺ End the day walking along the picturesque Poipu Beach and end up at RumFire at the Sheraton Kauai Resort, for arguably the best sunset views in Poipu.

And if you are feeling charitable, participate in the restaurant’s Table 53 program, which to date has

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room where Queen Lili‘uokalani was held prisoner and where she wrote the famous “Aloha ‘Oe” while in captivity.

➺ It’s a short drive to some of Kauai’s historic sites from the Princeville area. Waioli Hui‘ia Church, established by American Christian missionaries in 1834, is an iconic and frequently photographed Hanalei destination. In Kilauea, the Kilauea Lighthouse and Wildlife Refuge offers a unique opportunity to observe seabirds in their habitat and visit the historic lighthouse built in 1913. If the timing works out, catch a yoga class in historical Kilauea town.

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raised more than $185,000 for Kauai-based nonprofits by donating proceeds from the diner’s bill.

SUE KANOHO, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE KAUAI VISITORS BUREAU Kanoho loves her island home of Kauai, where she’s raised her family.

She has been with the visitors bureau for 20 years.

➺ Kauai has recently become famous for its shrimp.

Find the best places to enjoy it via a Tasting Kauai tour or go to the source: the south shore’s Opaekaa Falls. ‘Opaekala‘ole are native freshwater shrimp that were once plentiful in the mountain streams throughout the island. Opaekaa means “rolling shrimp,” alluding to the crustacean’s onetime abundance in the tumbling cascade of the waterfall. The Opaekaa Falls overlook is off uamoo Road; there’s ample parking, and a small sidewalk provides a safe place to view the falls. ➺ Poli‘ahu Heiau, situated on a bluff bove the Wailua River, offers impressive views of Wailua Bay and the verdant mountains Nounou and Kalepa. It’s

unclear when this heiau was built, but there is evidence it was used as early as the 1600s. This is one of seven heiau recorded along the Wailua River.

➺ Ka Ala Hele Waiwai Ho‘olina o Koloa, or the Koloa Heritage Trail, is always worth visiting.

Marked signs highlight the natural history, archaeology, culture and history of the Koloa District of Kauai and its people. The trail is a 10-mile walk, bike ride or drive and includes 14 stops and monuments; one of my favorites marks the birthplace of Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole, born in Koloa in a grass hut to Princess Kinoike Kekaulike and High Chief David Kahalepouli Pi‘ikoi. Jonah became a delegate to the U.S. Congress after Hawaii became a territory in 1900, serving for 19 years. His name can be found throughout the state, including Kuhio Avenue, one of the main roads in Waikiki. ➺ On the rare occasion of rain (that’s a joke, of course; it rains all the time), visit the Kauai Museum and see the Ha‘aheo artifacts from King Kamehameha II’s, aka Liholiho’s, sunken yacht.

Located in Lihue, this museum offers various exhibits about Kauai life long ago.

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➺ Learn how to make a haku (braided) flower lei, using a variety of colorful blossoms found throughout the island, with award-winning lei maker Elvrine Chow of Heavenly Hakus. ➺ Located on the south shore of Kauai, McBryde Garden is nestled in the picturesque and historic Lawa‘i Valley. The garden has the largest collection of native Hawaiian flora in existence. ➺ Return to the north shore for an island-inspired dinner. Twice monthly, the Westin Princeville partners with the Waipa Foundation for He ‘Aina Ola (“a nourishing feast”), a farm tour and dinner event. The event begins with a walking tour of Waipa’s orchard and gardens as the foundation’s staff elays details on the history of the area and the organization’s efforts to practice cultural stewardship in the ancient ahupua‘a (land division).

Following the tour, a three-course dinner with wine pairings is offered in Waipa’s Laukupu Hale Imu. Prepared by a resort culinary team, the dinner features locally sourced ingredients, including produce grown at Waipa. Live entertainment is provided by the Waipa ‘ohana family. m

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Coastal Restoration

Air to the Thrones

MARSHALL In 1913, the Marconi Company,

BODEGA BAY While there is speculation that Bodega Bay may actually

have been Sir Francis Drake’s “Nova Albion” California landing site rather than Drakes Bay (is it too late to switch the names?), there is no denying this Sonoma Coast haven is every bit as gorgeous as its southern neighbor. Greeting visitors since 1972, the 83-room Bodega Bay Lodge is situated just above Doran Beach, with expansive views of the varied human and wildlife activity in the bay. Just one hour north of Marin, the recently renovated property includes a bocce ball court, an infinity-edge hot tub and a large outdoor fire pit ideal for after dinner conversation. The property’s Drakes Sonoma Coast Kitchen has also been upgraded, but the big news is the five new ocean-view suites designed by Sausalito’s Laura Cook, which bring a whole new standard of luxury to the place: each suite has an overstuffed king bed and adjacent queen sofa bed in the spacious living area, state-of-the-art entertainment system, granite fireplace, soaring vaulted ceilings and the pièce de résistance, spa-like bathrooms with deep jetted tubs. Weekend rates start at $429 for rooms and $789 for suites. bodegabaylodge.com

which sent the first transatlantic wireless message, built stations in Bolinas and Marshall trying to repeat the feat — this time across the Pacific. It worked. In fact, the Marshall station was the first in the nation to learn of the attack on Pearl Harbor and transmitted the news across the U.S. In the following years the station itself was relocated to Point Reyes and, in an unusual twist, the Synanon Foundation, later exposed as a malevolent cult, acquired the Marshall property. Now a State Historic Park, the 62-acre Marconi Conference Center houses overnight guests in 40 rooms.

Recently redone by interior designer Landes Good, the resort-like setting offers local seasonal cuisine and rooms with natural Coyuchi linens. Historyminded visitors will find not only radio ephemera inside the hotel but also remnants of the original antenna’s concrete anchor still visible up on the hill. And if you needed just one more reason to visit, right across the street, Hog Island Oyster Co. has taken over beloved Tony’s Seafood Restaurant, the family-run eatery on Tomales Bay opened by Croatian fisherman Anton (Tony) Konatich in 1948 — retaining the restaurant’s original name. Rooms start at $250. marconiconferencecenter.org

SANTA CRUZ An hour’s drive south will get you to a place synonymous with surf and summer fun. Dream Inn, possibly the best-named hotel ever, was constructed in 1963, proudly displaying its clever moniker with a room rate of around $20 a night. Through the decades the property changed hands and lost rights to the name, then got it back about a decade ago and reemerged as the main luxe option in Santa Cruz. Fast-forward to this summer, with a renovation that’s brought an Instagramworthy expanded and improved pool and hot tub area, plus beach-chic rooms with private balconies, aquatic art and flat-screen TVs. You’ll find elevated cuisine in the award-winning Aquarius, also home to the Jack O’Neill Lounge, named for the wet suit pioneer who helped put Santa Cruz on the surfing map: he opened the first trademarked Surf Shop in this exact location in 1952, and his boards are on display in the bar. Weekend rates start at $379. dreaminnsantacruz.com

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For Game of Thrones fans, the online travel agency CheapOAir is offering these “thronies-friendly” flight and hotel deals throughout season seven. All offers are good with the booking of a fivenight/six-days stay. cheapoair.com M.T. 1 Visit the corner of Essos in Barcelona from New York for $770 per person at Hotel Mas Salagros EcoResort & Aire Ancient Baths.

2 Visit the Riverlands and the Vale of Arryn in Reykjavik from New York for $827 per person at Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura.

3 Visit Tollymore Forest Park in Belfast from New York for $863 per person at Titanic Guest.

4 Visit Sunspear, the capital of Dorne in Seville, from New York for $888 per person at Aguilas5 Sevillasuites.

5 Visit the fortress city of Mdina in Malta from New York for $947 per person at Dragonara Court.

6 Visit the House of the Undying in Dubrovnik from New York for $1,064 per person at Apartments Mandy.

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Head to Humboldt

Did you know the creator of the SpongeBob SquarePants cartoon show studied marine science at Humboldt State University and drew inspiration for the show’s Krusty Krab cafe from working at local eatery Stars Hamburgers? A trip to the area might also involve a stop at One-Log House along Highway 101 south of Garberville; it’s made of a single redwood trunk. Those are just a couple of reasons to visit our northernmost county in California; here are a few more. M.T. • The term Bigfoot was coined by a Eureka newspaper after a series of mysterious encounters in 1958 with one such legendary man-ape near Willow Creek.

• Humboldt County has more artists per capita than any other California county.

• The world’s tallest tree, in Redwood National Park, is 380 feet high, six stories taller than the Statue of Liberty. And the 20 tallest trees in the world are all redwoods in Humboldt County.

PATRICK ORTON (REDWOOD NATIONAL PARK)

• The second-most viewed amateur film ever is the 1967 PattersonGimlin footage of the Bluff Creek Bigfoot.

• The town of Fortuna hosts the West’s oldest rodeo each July.

• The most photographed Victorian home in the nation is the Carson Mansion in Eureka.

• Ferndale boasts the world’s tallest living Christmas tree, which, curiously, is not a redwood.

• The oldest continuously operating movie theater in the nation is the Minor Theater in Arcata.

• California’s oldest county fair, which takes place each August in Ferndale, began in 1896.

• The oldest operating passenger ferry in the United States is the Madaket in Humboldt Bay. • The Samoa Cookhouse, the last surviving lumber camp–style eatery in the West, has served hearty meals since 1893.

• Two-thirds of all oysters consumed in California originate in Humboldt Bay.

• The longest stretch of undeveloped beachfront in the continental United States is California’s Lost Coast.

• Eureka was the inspiration for Duckburg, the hometown of Disney characters Scrooge McDuck and Donald Duck.

• The world’s tallest totem is in the town of McKinleyville and is 160 feet high.

Bike Big Sur Mother Nature has played a bigger-than-usual role in Northern California this year. We saw people skiing in July and, to the south, those same storms caused the collapse of Pfeiffer Canyon Bridge and a landslide on Highway 1.

As a result, a stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway is now unreachable by cars and has been dubbed “Big Sur Island.” Until the bridge repairs are completed this fall, visitors have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to bike along the cliffs on the road, sans cars. Hotel Carmel and La Playa Carmel, in nearby Carmel-by-the-Sea, have teamed up with Big Sur Adventures, an e-bike rental shop, to offer two-wheeled weekend adventures, available for only a few months. thehotelcarmel.com, bigsuradv.com M.T.

LUXE LAKE LIFE This summer, The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe celebrated the opening of a new waterfront lake club featuring a multilevel dining and bar facility, designed by Clare Walton, that blurs the line between indoors and out. Located in Tahoe Vista, the club has an expansive lawn, direct beach access, a private dock and grounds to roam for the little ones; an outdoor spa and fire pit have great appeal for the adults. For snacks and meals, a rotating menu from the grill includes marinated skirt steak, grilled shrimp, grilled salmon, sausages and veggie burgers. Seasonal salads, desserts and morning breakfast items like fruit and granola are also available. Don’t miss the signature Mai Tahoe Tai cocktail. Shuttles run frequently between the club and the mid-mountain resort. ritzcarlton.com M.T. M A R I N S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 7 85

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Pizza Nation

Even though there are many styles and tastes, when you’re traveling about the country it’s always smart to try the local pie. BY KATIE CHANG 1

Ken’s Artisan, Portland, OR

James Beard Award–winning author and baking legend Ken Forkish is a foremost authority on bread. It should come as no surprise, then, that his pizzas have bubbly crusts that strike a fine balance of char and chew. kensartisan.com

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Vignette Pizzeria, Sebastapol, CA

Chef Mark Hopper worked in fine dining (and alongside chef Thomas Keller) for nearly 30 years before returning to his favorite childhood food. Though he only does Neapolitan-style pies, what makes his versions such knockouts is his sourdough starter — which lends the finished product an airy, speckled and faintly tangy crust. vignettepizzeria.com

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Tony’s Pizza Napoletana, San Francisco, CA For 11-time World Pizza

Champion Tony Gemignani, every style of pizza under the sun (including regional specialties like Detroit and St. Louis) is faithfully reproduced in one of his seven specialty ovens. The vibe is casual and lively, and the experience is always worth waiting for. tonyspizzanapoletana.com

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Pizzeria Mozza, Los Angeles, CA

From the powerhouse culinary trio of Nancy Silverton, Mario Batali and Joe Bastianich comes this casual, familyfriendly spot turning out pies with puffy crusts and wholly original toppings such as squash blossoms, ’nduja and goat cheese. pizzeriamozza.com

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Pizzeria Bianco, Phoenix, AZ

When Chris Bianco began making pizza in back of a humble grocery store in Phoenix over 25 years ago, little did he know he’d eventually become one of the most respected pizzaiolos in the country. His woodfired Neapolitan pies are simple and sublime. pizzeriabianco.com

Even though it’s crust, sauce and cheese in its most fundamental state, what people all over the country have done with these three humble ingredients is some kind of wonderful.

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ERE’S THE THING about pizza. It’s something most of us love, a food we develop deeply personal bonds with and opinions about. For example:

where I grew up in South Central Pennsylvania, pizza was simply a hand-tossed, electric oven–baked pie dressed with tomato sauce and shredded mozzarella. In Kansas City, where a good pal’s from, I tried a St. Louis–style pie with a cracker-thin crust and a white processed cheese blend called Provel. When my brother attended the University of Chicago, he discovered deep dish.

Without question, pizza is many things to many people. Americans will adamantly defend their regional styles, but that’s the beauty of this beloved food. Unlike those who profess to be purists — people who believe good pizza exists only in New York, or won’t stretch their palates past a Neopolitan pie — I adore pizza in all its styles and incarnations. And even though I’m on the road a lot, it’s pizza I typically seek out first. Why? Well, even though it’s crust, sauce and cheese in its most fundamental state, what people all over the country have done with these three humble ingredients is some kind of wonderful and, in my perpetually hungry heart, absolutely worth celebrating. Here’s a handy guide to noteworthy pizzas nationwide.

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There’s no shortage of deep dish in the Windy City, but what makes the pizzas doled out here so exceptional is the famous caramelized cheese crust. Before baking, a thin layer of cheese is sprinkled around the rim of the pan, yielding an irresistibly chewy and lacy texture. pequodspizza.com

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The specialty of this beloved Italian restaurant is grilled pizzas. The crust bears proper grill marks and is pullapart chewy and subtly smoky. The crushed tomato sauce is tangy and vibrant, while Fontina cheese and shaved scallions add an unexpected refined finish. alforno.com

Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, New Haven, CT Today there are eight

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locations of this family-owned operation, but it’s the original one on Wooster Street you’ll want to check out. As for what to order? The white clam pie, which is loaded with chopped clams, mozzarella, garlic and olive oil. pepespizzeria.com

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one thing New York has perfected, it’s the grab-and-go slice. And the ones you can get here are arguably the city’s best. No matter the time of day, you’ll consistently b e p re s e n te d with a wa r m , b ala n ce d and foldable slice for a reasonable price. joespizzanyc.com

GG’s, New York, NY This is the newest

shop on the list, but it’s earned a rightful spot for its take on a local specialty, grandma pizza. For his version, chef Bobby Hellen double-bakes his thick crust and tops it with a deep, herbaceous sauce, Brooklyn-made mozzarella, little pepperonis and fresh basil. ggsnyc.com

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Domenica, New Orleans, LA

Locals and epicurean travelers alike beeline to this John Besh eatery for rustic Italian fare, like charcuterie and pastas.

Naturally, the wood-fired pizzas are also solid, with styles ranging from traditional to original. (The Tutto Carne is topped with salami, fennel sausage and a runny egg.) domenicarestaurant.com

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Though this shop is tucked away in a nondescript pocket of Coney Island, people from the surrounding five boroughs (and beyond) still flock here for the dependably thin and crispy pies, lightly dressed with a bright tomato sauce and melty mozzarella, and crisped up in coal ovens. totonnosconeyisland.com

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THRU SEPT 30 Not a Genuine Black Man In this one-man show, playwright and talk show host Brian Copeland recounts his struggles growing up in a racist suburb. The Marsh (SF).

415.282.3055, themarsh.org

GALLERIES O’Hanlon Center for the Arts Études and Impromptus Works by Tom and Cayen Robertson, through September 21. 616 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.4331, ohanloncenter.org THEATER THRU SEPT 1 A Night at the Palace Enter the Prohibition-era world of The Speakeasy, an immersive experience presented by Boxcar Theatre. This is an augmentation of the original show, presented on Fridays and showcasing the lighthearted side

of The Speakeasy. The Palace Theatre (SF). thespeakeasysf.com

Area. Various locations (SF). 415.285.1717, sfmt.org

THRU SEPT 10 Walls The San Francisco Mime Troupe opens its 58th season with a timely show about immigration, ICE and love. Walls is a free show performed in parks throughout the Bay

THRU SEPT 16 La Cage aux Folles The basis of The Birdcage, La Cage tells the story of Georges and Albin, two men partnered for better or worse, who run a drag nightclub in Saint-Tropez and get a

surprise when Georges’ son announces his marriage to the daughter of a conservative politician. San Francisco Playhouse (SF).

415.677.9596, sfplayhouse.org

SEPT 1–24 Love’s Labour’s Lost The last show of Marin Shakespeare’s season of outdoor theater follows the King of Navarre and his friends as they attempt to forgo women in favor of academia. Dominican University (San Rafael).

415.499.4488, marin shakespeare.org SEPT 8–10 Broadway Under the Stars Don’t miss Broadway Under the Stars’ end-of-season celebration, an awardwinning evening of family entertainment featuring Broadway performers from shows like Wicked, Mary Poppins, Mamma Mia and more. Jack London State Park (Sonoma).

877.424.1414, ttcsonoma.org

SEPT 18 They, Themselves and Schmerm Hope Mohr Dance presents a onenight-only performance from New York City trans performer Becca Blackwell. Melding stand-up comedy with brutal honesty, Blackwell shares a personal tale of being adopted into a Midwestern religious family and much more.

Z Below (SF). hopemohr.org SEPT 20–OCT 15 Hamlet A.C.T. kicks off ts new season with Williams Shakespeare’s tragic masterpiece.

Geary Theater (SF).

415.749.2228, act-sf.org SEPT 28–OCT 22 Thomas and Sally This play tells the story of Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings — the enslaved woman who bore six of his children. Marin Theatre Company (Mill Valley).

415.388.5200, marintheatre.org

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DANCE SEPT 29–OCT 7 Dance Series 01 Smuin kicks off ts 24th season with a vibrant program centering on the West Coast premiere of Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s Requiem for a Rose, along with Michael Smuin’s tribute to Frank Sinatra, Fly Me to the Moon, and the return of Garrett Ammon’s Serenade for Strings. Palace of Fine Arts (SF). 415.912.1899, smuinballet.org

COMEDY TUESDAYS Tuesday Night Comedy Funnies An evening of hilarity with comedians who make us laugh and think. Throckmorton Theatre (Mill Valley).

415.383.9600, throck mortontheatre.org THRU SEPT 19 Durst Case Scenario Political comedian Will Durst is back in the Bay Area with a satiric and outrageous analysis of post-election America — from “covfefe” to fake news. The Marsh (SF).

415.282.3055, themarsh.org THRU NOV 29 Josh’s Brain Improvs Monologist Josh Kornbluth presents a series of improvisations based on his experiences working at the Memory and Aging Center at UCSF and Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland.

The Marsh (SF).

415.282.3055, themarsh.org

MUSIC SEPT 1 Yes The storied rock band comes to San Francisco to perform hits from its first studio albums. The Warfield

(SF). 415.345.0900, the warfieldtheatre.com SEPT 9 Sound Summit This year celebrating the 50th anniversary of both the Magic Mountain Festival and the Summer of Love, Sound Summit returns to raise money for Mount Tamalpais State Park with the music that has defined the region for decades. Headliners Phil Lesh and Bob Weir are joined by Jim James of My Morning Jacket, Jenny Lewis, Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Vetiver.

Cushing Memorial Amphitheatre (Mill Valley). soundsummit.net SEPT 12 Kansas American rock group Kansas rings in the 40th anniversary of its fourth album, Leftoverture.

The Warfield (SF).

415.345.0900, the warfieldtheatre.com SEPT 13 Ramana Vieira: The Soul of Portugal Ramana Vieira and her ensemble will perform the haunting romantic folk music of Portugal, along with her own compositions and some American classics.

Fenix (San Rafael).

415.813.5600, fenixlive.com SEPT 24 Whistlestock Celebrate the decades and support Whistlestop, an organization that supports quality of life for older adults and people living with disabilities.

Enjoy performances from musical guests Jesse Colin Young and Pure Prairie League. Marin County Fairgrounds (San Rafael). 415.456.9062, whistlestop.org

GALLERIES MARIN Art Works Downtown Works by Angelique Benicio, through September 15. 1337 Fourth St, San Rafael.

415.451.8119, artworks downtown.org Bolinas Gallery An eclectic collection of contemporary art by established and emerging artists. 52 Wharf Road, Bolinas. 415.868.0782, bolinas-gallery.com Bubble Street Fantastical works by Daniel Merriam, Evan Chambers and Jeffrey Steorts shown alongside sculptural ceramics by Marge Margulie. 565 Bridgeway, Sausalito.

415.339.0506, bubble streetgallery.com Claudia Chapline Gallery and Sculpture Garden Works by Claudia Chapline, Jim Garmhausen, Etta Deikman and others. 3445 Shoreline Highway, Stinson Beach.

415.868.2308, cchapline.com di Rosa Based on a True Story: Highlights from the di Rosa Collection Art and encounters from the center’s own history, through October 15.

5200 Carneros Highway, Napa. 707.226.5991, dirosaart.org Falkirk Cultural Center Fall Juried Art Exhibition Works from local artists, through September 29. 1408 Mission Ave, San Rafael.

415.485.3328, falkirk culturalcenter.org Fine Art Etc. Featuring a collection of sculptures and paintings by artists from Northern California and

around the world. 686 Bridgeway, Sausalito.

415.332.1107, fineart tc.com

SPOTLIGHT

Gallery Route One Box Show 2017 GRO’s annual show features 150 identical wooden boxes, which are reimagined by local artists, through September 24. 11101 Highway One, Point Reyes. 415.663.1347, galleryrouteone.org Marin Art and Garden Center Work from New Orleans–based artists David Sullivan and Courtney Egan. 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross. 415.455.5260, magc.org Marin Society of Artists The Golden State Works from artists based throughout California, September 14–October 14. 1515 Third St, San Rafael. 415.454.9561, marinsocietyof artists.org Mill Valley Potter’s Studio Ongoing adult and youth classes and student pottery sales. 254 Shoreline Highway, Mill Valley.

415.888.8906, mill valleypottersstudio.com Robert Allen Fine Art Landscapes: 4 View Points A group exhibition featuring works on paper and canvas, through September 29. 301 Caledonia St, Sausalito. 415.331.2800, robertallenfineart.co Robert Green Fine Arts Abstract expressionist works by John Grillo, Paul Jenkins, Ed Moses and more. 154 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.381.8776, rgfineart .com Roberta English Art by Cheung Lee, Mayumi Oda, Li Huayi, Ju Ming

Seven Minutes to Glory S.F. Comedy Competition comes to San Rafael.

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OR THE PA ST 40 years, the San Francisco Comedy Competition has been a bellwether of rising comedic talent. Looking for proof ?

The first year, Robin Williams came in second. Other past participants have included t he li kes of Da na Carvey, Louis C.K., Ellen DeGeneres, Marc Maron, Patton Oswalt, Paula Poundstone a nd Silicon Valley ’s Jimmy O. Yang. This year there will be two preliminary rounds on consecutive Saturdays, when the comics will have seven minutes for their chance at $15,000 in prize money and a shot at stardom. The competition takes place at the Marin Showcase Theater in San Rafael on September 9 and 16. sanfranciscocomedycompetition.com

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and Toko Shinoda.

1615 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.331.2975, robertaenglish.com Rock Hill Gallery Photographs by Marvin Burke, through October 5. 145 Rock Hill Drive, Tiburon. 415.435.9108, ccctiburon.net

Room Art Gallery Works by both Bay Area artists and major masters; the largest collection in Marin County of Picasso, Chagall and others. 86 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.380.7940, roomartgallery.com

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Out & About / CALENDAR Seager Gray Gallery Joan Baez: Mischief Makers International performer and activist Joan Baez presents her fir t solo exhibition, featuring paintings of notable figure , through September. 108 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.384.8288, seagergray.com Studio 333 A co-op gallery specializing in fine art and e ents.

333A Caledonia St, Sausalito. 415.331.8272, studio333.info The Blissful Gallery Oils, watercolors and prints by painter Emmeline Craig. 3415 Shoreline Highway, Stinson Beach, 415.868.2787, emmelinecraig.com

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ArtHaus Heavy Rotation An evolving exhibition of works by gallery artists. 411 Brannan St, 415.977.0223, arthaus-sf.com Caldwell Snyder Gallery Work from Julie Speidel. 341 Sutter St, 415.392.2299, caldwellsnyder.com California Historical Society On the Road to the Summer of Love An exhibition of rarely seen photographs from more than 20 photographers, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Summer of Love, through September 10. 678 Mission St, 415.357.1848, california historicalsociety.org

Fouladi Projects Work from Babak Kazemi, Gail Tarantino and more. 1803 Market St, 415.621.2535, fouladi projects.com George Lawson Gallery Works by Jacob Melchi, Alan Ebnother and others. 315 Potrero Ave, 415.703.4400, georgelawson gallery.com Gregory Lind Gallery Barbara Takenaga, September 7–October 21. 49 Geary St, 415.296.9661, gregory lindgallery.com Hackett-Mill An eclectic medley of original fine art. 2 1 Post St, 415.362.3377, hackettmill.com Jenkins Johnson Gallery Summertime, through

September 23. 464 Sutter St, 415.677.0770, jenkinsjohnson gallery.com John Berggruen Gallery Work by Mark Fox September 7–October 28. 10 Hawthorne St, 415.781.4629, berggruen.com Meyerovich Gallery Paintings, works on paper and sculpture by modern and contemporary artists. 251 Post St, 415.421.7171, meyerovich.com Montague Gallery A collection of contemporary fine art glass featuring works by Lino Tagliapietra, Dante Marioni, Hiroshi Yamano and Chihuly Workshop. 445A Sutter St, 415.964.4978, montaguegallerysf.com

Rena Bransten Projects Vik Muiz: Handmade A mixed media exhibition, September 9–October 28. 1639 Market St, 415.982.3292, rena branstengallery.com Simon Breitbard Fine Arts Contemporary fine art y established artists and new talents.

843 Montgomery St, 415.951.1969, sbfineart .com The Midway Gallery Works by emerging artists. 900 Marin St, themidwaygallery.com Thomas Reynolds Gallery Pieces by contemporary painters, most addressing the intersection of realism and abstraction. 2291 Pine St, 415.441.4093, thomasreynolds.com

MUSEUMS MARIN Bay Area Discovery Museum Imagine, create and transform while exploring the unique museum’s ongoing exhibits (Sausalito).

415.339.3900, baykidsmuseum.org Bolinas Museum A Pivotal Decade: The 1970s in Bolinas An exhibit focusing on the creative community boom brought on by an influx of young people in Bolinas in the 1970s, through December 31.

(Bolinas). 415.868.0330, bolinasmuseum.org Marin Museum of Contemporary Art Emerging Artists of Northern California Works by Shannon

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Abac, Andrea Bergen, Aida Lizalde-Rios, Philip McGaughy and Katie Revilla, September 2–October 8 (Novato). 415.506.0137, marinmoca.org

BAY AREA Asian Art Museum Flower Power In honor of the Summer of Love and its accompanying floral symbolism, an exploration of the hidden meanings of flowers in Asian art, through October 1 (SF).

415.581.3711, asianart.org Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive Miyoko Ito Surrealist and popinflected iconography, September 27–January 28 (Berkeley).

510.642.0808, bampfa.org

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

(SF). 415.379.8000, calacademy.org Conservatory of Flowers Nightly Illumination A nightly light art installation in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Summer of Love, through October 21 (SF). 415.831.2090, con servatoryofflowers.org Contemporary Jewish Museum The 613 A monumental installation of 613 20-by-16-inch paintings

by Brooklyn muralist Archie Rand, through October 22. (SF).

415.655.7800, thecjm.org de Young Teotihuacan: City of Water, City of Fire The de Young presents the first major exhibition on the ancient metropolis of Teotihuacan — located in Mexico, and one of the largest and most important archaeological sites in the world — in the U.S. in over 20 years, featuring more than 200 artifacts and artworks from the site, September 30–February 11 (SF). 415.750.3600, deyoung.famsf.org Legion of Honor Degas, Impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade Impressionist paintings

and pastels, including key works by Degas, as well as Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassatt, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and more, through September 24 (SF).

415.750.3600, legionof honor.famsf.org Museum of Craft and Design Chris Eckert: Mixed Messages An installation of 24 telegraph machines, each tapping out a Morse code Twitter feed for a different news organization, through November 17 (SF).

415.773.0303, sfmcd.org Oakland Museum of California Bees: Tiny Insect, Bug Impact A look at the diverse and intricate world of one of the most

important creatures to human agriculture and the natural environment, through October 22 (Oakland).

510.318.8400, museumca.org

of original works on paper and maquettes of iconic characters like Scar, Gaston, Lilo and more, through October 9 (SF). 415.345.6800, waltdisney.org

SFMOMA Edvard Munch: Between the Clock and the Bed A collection of 44 landmark pieces centering on art, love, mortality and time, through October 9 (SF). 415.357.4000, sfmoma.org

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Talking to Power/Hablándole al Poder A survey exhibition that presents some of Tania Bruguera’s long-term, most socially engaged art projects to date, through October 29 (SF). 415.978.2787, ybca.org

Sonoma Valley Museum of Art Albert Paley: Thresholds Large-scale sculptures, drawings and more from the artist, through October 1 (Sonoma). svma.org The Walt Disney Family Museum Deja View: The Art of Andreas Deja A unique exhibition

EVENTS SEPT 2–4 Sausalito Art Festival The waterfront art festival — a favorite of locals and international art-lovers alike — is back for its 65th year. Peruse work from

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Join hundreds of Bay Area sailors as we sail and fundraise to find a cure for blood cancer!

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Out & About / CALENDAR more than 260 artists, along with gourmet food, wine, beer and spirits, and live performances featuring Tainted Love, The Fixx and more. Marinship Park (Sausalito). sausalitoartfestival.org SEPT 8 Opera Ball San Francisco Opera Guild presents a gala benefit celebrating the opening of its 95th season. Enjoy a cocktail celebration followed by dinner, a gala performance of Turandot and postshow reveries. Imperial Palace Pavilion (SF). 415.565.3204, sfopera.com SEPT 9 Bolinas Museum Annual Benefit Cruise out to West Marin for a fun-filled evening of cocktails, local fare, lively music and a live

auction featuring art donated by Bay Area artists. Peace Barn (Bolinas). 415.868.0607, bolinasmuseum.org SEPT 9 Calistoga Wine Experience Taste wines from more than 40 Calistoga wineries, meet the owners and winemakers and enjoy appetizers and the music of local favorite Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers. Pioneer Park (Calistoga). calistoga winegrowers.com SEPT 10 Summer Picnic Back for its third year, Marin French Cheese's summer picnic transforms its bucolic grounds into a family-friendly endof-summer gathering featuring painters and photographers, local

food, various vendors, live demonstrations and more, all backed by music from IrieFuse.

Marin French Cheese (Petaluma).

therapeutic horseback riding programs and the care of the herd that makes them possible. Rancho Nicasio (Nicasio). 415.662.2488, halleckcreekranch.org

SEPT 10 The French Market Peruse this outdoor antique market in search of art, books, textiles, vintage and estate jewelry, furniture, prints and much more, accompanied

by French music and crepes. Marin Civic Center (San Rafael).

415.383.2252, golden gateshows.com

SEPT 15–17 Gem Faire Fine jewelry, precious and semiprecious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold and silver, and minerals are among the baubles here, all at manufacturer’s prices. Marin Center (San Rafael).

503.252.8300, gemfaire.com

SEPT 15 Halleck Creek Ranch Annual Fundraising Dinner Head to Halleck Creek for an evening of fine wine, local fare, auctions, live music and other treats, all in support of the ranch’s

SEPT 16 S.F. Cheese Fest Indulge in dairy and deli delights at this year’s Cheese Fest. California’s finest cheesemakers rub shoulders with makers of cured meats, pickles, jams, sauces, craft beer

and wine. Social Hall (SF). sfcheesefest.com SEPT 16 Trade Feast The museum celebrates its 50th anniversary with California native dancers, intertribal drumming and singing, Mexicali dancing, children’s activities, storytelling, native food vendors and more.

Museum of the American Indian (Novato). marinindian.com SEPT 16 Twisted Circus Step right up and enjoy live music from Beso Negro, Jet Black Pearl and others. Art Works’ annual themed fundraiser also features delicious food from local eateries including Green Chile Kitchen, festive libations, art exhibitions and interactive artist demonstrations. Art

Works Downtown (San Rafael). 415.451.8119, artworks downtown.org SEPT 16 WildCare Gala Enjoy food from Farmshop, silent and live auctions, live music and dancing, while encounters with WildCare’s live Wildlife Ambassadors — including Sequoia, the northern spotted owl — steal the scene. Marin Country Mart (Larkspur).

415.456.7283, discoverwildcare.org SEPT 16–17 Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival At this unique local arts event under the towering Mill Valley redwoods, artwork is supplemented by local food and drinks, live performances and arts

Marin Art & Garden Center

Harvest Dinner Friday, September 22, 2017, 6pm-9pm Start the evening by crafting your own botanical cocktail with freshly picked herbs from our Edible Garden. Then join family and friends for an intimate dining experience under the stars. Dinner will feature a spectacular menu of locally sourced food, specially crafted by A Fork Full of Earth Catering.

Proceeds from the evening will benefit The MAGC Edible Garden.

Tickets can be purchased online at MAGC.ORG

30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.

Ross, CA 94957 415-455-5260

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and crafts. Old Mill Park (Mill Valley).

415.381.8090, mvfaf.org SEPT 22 Harvest Dinner Welcome the first day of autumn with an annual dinner featuring locally sourced food in an intimate outdoor setting. Proceeds benefit the Marin Art and Garden Center’s Edible Garden and its accompanying educational programs. Marin Art and Garden Center (Ross). 415.455.5260, magc.org SEPT 22–24 Oktoberfest By the Bay Revel in the spirit of Munich, Germany, in San Francisco with the 18th annual festival featuring merrymaking, German food, nonstop music, dancing and — of course — all the beer

you can drink. Pier 48 (SF). 888.746.7522, oktoberfestbythe bay.com SEPT 23 Dipsea Hike for Zero Breast Cancer Hike or run a 6-mile trail loop on Mount Tamalpais starting and ending with the famous Dipsea steps, benefiting Zero Breast Cancer and Every Body Walk. Old Mill Park (Mill Valley).

415.507.1949, zero breastcancer.org SEPT 24 Farm-to-Table Teaching Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Join Slide Ranch in celebrating its first new building since the 1970s with a ribbon cutting, lunch and concert.

Slide Ranch (Muir Beach). 415.381.6155, slideranch.org

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SEPT 24 Talons Head to the Marin Art and Garden Center for this fun and educational experience featuring talks on raptors along with wildlife artists and organizations, a wine and beer garden and more, all in pursuit of the protection of our winged neighbors.

Marin Art and Garden Center (Ross). hungryowl.org

SEPT 6 Open Space Preserves of Novato This lecture by interpretive naturalist David Herlocker focuses on the animals, plants and scenery found in Novato’s open spaces.

Public library (Novato).

415.473.2050

SEPT 28 Shanti Project’s Compassion Is Universal Gala Enjoy dinner and partake in silent and live auctions to benefit Shanti, which exists to enhance the health, quality of life and well-being of people with terminal, lifethreatening or disabling illnesses or conditions.

The Palace Hotel (SF). shanti.org

SEPT 9 TEDxMarin 2017 Experience the talks of TEDxMarin, which explore emerging ideas, old myths and fresh possibilities. College of Marin (Kentfield).

415.785.8873 SEPT 9–30 Digital Black and White Photography This four-part class offers a personalized collaboration between the student and teacher

Jeff aruba, where participants will expand their creative vision and further their pursuit of black-and-white photography. The Image Flow (Mill Valley).

415.388.3569, theimageflo .com SEPT 11 Salman Rushdie Prolific author Salman Rushdie comes to the Bay Area to discuss his forthcoming book, The Golden House.

Nourse Theater (SF).

415.392.4400, cityarts.net SEPT 15 Mariska Hargitay The Law and Order: Special Victims Unit actress discusses her career and her foundation Joyful Heart, which supports survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence and child abuse.

Nourse Theater (SF).

415.392.4400, cityarts.net SEPT 16 Coastal Cleanup in Sausalito Join naturalists at South Rodeo Beach to clean up the coast and have fun at the same time. Point Bonita YMCA (Sausalito).

415.331.9622, ymcasf.org SEPT 26 Francis Ford Coppola Academy Award–winning director Francis Ford Coppola discusses his new book Live Cinema and Its Techniques — a guide to live digital moviemaking, which Coppola believes is a forthcoming trend — with author Dave Eggers. Nourse Theater (SF). 415.392.4400, cityarts.net

annual dinner & auction Friday, September 15th, 2017 Silver Buckle Honoree

Henry “Hoby” Wedler, PhD

Join us for an evening of dinner and music, plus live & silent auctions benefiting our therapeautic horseback riding programs.

Held at the historic Rancho Nicasio Restaurant

$175 VIP Admission • $125 General Admission halleckcreekranch.org • (415) 662-2488 Thank you to our sponsors and all who help us every day:

Hennessy Funds Overlook International Foundation Malcolm and Josie Plaister Selina and Greg Wajnowski Hicks Valley Ranch and Bill Barboni Costello & Sons Insurance Dominic and Susan Pomilia

Maja Kristin Sonoma County Trailblazer Foundation Dan and Kristi Steadman Roger Peters and Stephanie Moulton Stanley and Judith Lubman Marin Subaru Jim and Paula Sauve

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On the Scene

S N A P S H OT S F R O M S P EC I A L E V E N T S I N M A R I N A N D S A N F R A N C I S CO

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Dave McMullen and Ed Ortiz

D.J. Johns and Tim O’Shea

Kiki DeLong and Barbara Chambers

Kellye Denton and Junko Nagai

Willen Racke, Nick Baldassini and Albert Trejo

Summer Strawch, Lesley Wolf and Sara Downing

Kevin Daniel Dyer and Anna Bush

Nancy Kim, Leslie Di Corpo, Lisa Day, Ouida Biddle and Janet Hall

Faith Wheeler and John Lamar

Nadine Curtis, Richard Habib and Kimberly Rider

• SPACES LAUNCH PARTY More than 150 guests enjoyed small bites and wine July 20 at Henrybuilt in Mill Valley as editor-in-chief Zahid Sardar and the SPACES team kicked off the summer/fall issue.

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Zahid Sardar and Francis Mill

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Robert Fisher and Dayna Van Kleek

Margo Kramer, Beverly Stern, Cynthia Schuman, Jackie Speier, Jennifer Raiser and Christine Krolik

Jan Yanehiro and Cynthia Schuman

• SFMOMA The newly renovated SFMOMA Artists Gallery reopened at Fort Mason Center May 8th with a reception for artist Cynthia Schuman.

JOCELYN KNIGHT (RACCOON FOOLS BALL)

• RACCOON FOOLS BALL The Marin General Hospital volunteers raised $100,000 for the new Breast Health Center at their April 1 ball held at the Corinthian Yacht Club in Tiburon.

Julie Glaser, Nicole Frances, Dathan Holloway, Wendy Hennig, Taryn Warren and Sonya Battersby

• ROSÉFEST Guests sipped on rosé, enjoyed food and gave to Susan G. Komen for Breast Cancer Awareness at the Napa Valley event held June 24 at Sterling Vineyards.

Janie Kimball, Kim Portner, Lori Buckley, Johnna Coats and Linda Bialla

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• MARIN OPEN STUDIOS Artists and art fans got a sneak peek at the work of the 2017 open studios participants at the kickoff gala April 29 at Town Center Corte Madera.

Dave and Sashi McEntee

• BEYOND DIFFERENCES The nonprofit raised more than $400,000 for school programs at its Galactic Gala at the Letterman Digital Arts Center April 26.

Nancy Rehkopf, John Kraft and Kay Carlson

• MARINSCAPES The work of local artists and photographers was displayed at the 29th annual Buckelew Programs benefit held June 22 at Larkspur’s Historic Escalle Winery.

Robert Beadle, Lynn and Henry Moody

Susan Schneider Williams and Tamara Player

TO SEE MORE EVENT PHOTOS VISIT MARINMAGAZINE.COM/HOTTICKET

JOSEPH DRISTE (MARINSCAPES)

Barbara and Dave Green

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BLUE BARN GOURMET American The menu includes customizable salads, toasted sandwiches, soups and more, prepared with locally harvested produce and proteins. Try the Jersey cow milk gelato from Double 8 Dairy of West Marin. Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.927.1104, bluebarngourmet.com b $$ S Í LD º IL FORNAIO Italian This upscale Italian restaurant franchise’s menu offers, aside from the pizzas and pastas, a variety of salads and carb-free entrées. 223 Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.927.4400, ilfornaio.com s $$ S Í C LD BR

What’s Hot WHO Chef Todd Shoberg of El Paseo WHAT Popular Chef Returns to Marin WHERE Mill Valley Sammy Hagar is taking his Mill Valley gem, El Paseo, to new heights by adding executive chef Todd Shoberg to the team. You might know Shoberg as the chef behind Molina’s opening when it scored a 3-and-a-half stars for food from S.F. Chronicle restaurant critic Michael Bauer. Expect a revamped dinner and happy hour menu with items like signature steak frites, tomahawk ribeye and a daily risotto. 17 Throckmorton Ave, 415.388.0741, elpaseomillvalley.com, s $$$ Í C D

LA MAISON DE LA REINE Vietnamese Enjoy family-style Vietnamese dishes at this lovely restaurant, located in the Town Center. The crunchy cabbage chicken salad with peanuts, fresh spring rolls and combinations of pho are popular picks. 346 Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.927.0288, lamaison delareine.com b $$ S Í C LD

MARIN JOE’S Italian This Marin mainstay has been around for over 50 years. Choose from a menu of soups, salads, seafood, mesquite-grilled or sautéed meats and a plethora of pasta options. For a fun addition to your dining experience, order the Caesar salad — the server will prepare the dressing at your table.

Not looking for a meal?

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

1585 Casa Buena Dr, 415.924.2081, marin joesrestaurant.com s $$ S C LD PIG IN A PICKLE American Fresh local ingredients and the highest-quality brisket, pork, ribs and chicken comprise the menu of this Town Center eatery. Sauces are crafted to represent the best American barbecue regions, from Memphis to South Carolina.

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

341 Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.891.3265, pig inapicklebbq.com b $$$ S Í BLD DEBRA TARRANT

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• ROBATA GRILL AND SUSHI Japanese Robata translates as “by the fireside”; fittingly, food here can be cooked on an open fire and served in appetizer-size portions to pass around the table. Or simply order your own sushi or entree from the menu.

591 Redwood Hwy, 415.381.8400, robatagrill.com b $$ S LD Beef Asparamaki

THE COUNTER California/American Customers can build their own salads and burgers with fresh ingredients. Burgers are made with allnatural Angus beef, turkey, chicken or bison. Gluten-free options and a vegan veggie burger are available. The restaurant also has patio seating, an airy kick-back vibe, and a popular happy hour (give the adult milkshake a try!). 201 Corte Madera Town Ctr 415.924.7000, thecounterburger.com s $$ S Í LD º WORLD WRAPPS Wraps Owners Keith Cox and Matt Blair have revamped this 21-year-old “fast food” joint to feature healthy and flavorful items like a Hawaiian poke wrap and a tahini tofu summer roll that’s vegan-friendly. Exotic housemade beverages include boba tea, mango lassi and Vietnamese

iced coffee. 208 Corte Madera Town Center, 415.927.3663, worldwrapps.com $ S Í LD

FAIRFAX 123 BOLINAS California Created by friends wanting to showcase seasonal fare in a relaxing environment, this cozy eatery offers locally brewed beer, small-production wines and seasonal food along with the view of Bolinas Park through the floorto-ceiling windows. 123 Bolinas St, 415.488.5123, 123bolinas.com b $$ S Í D º GRILLY’S Mexican If you’re looking for a quick, fresh meal, Grilly’s is an easy and delicious stop. Pick up a couple burritos and the much-loved chicken taco salad and you have a lunch or dinner to please the whole family. 1 Bolinas Ave, 415.457.6171, grillys.com $ S Í C BLD

MAS MASA Latin American and Mexican Chef and owner Patrick Sheehy and co-owner William Eoff ocus on the ancient technique of corn nixtamalization, utilizing organic, non-GMO heirloom corn varieties. The kitchen is 100 percent gluten-free and beer and wine lists highlight local California microbreweries and wineries. 31 Bolinas Road, 415.529.5444, eatmasmasa.com s $$ S Í LD TAMAL Mexican Set in the former space of The Sleeping Lady, this contemporary Mexican restaurant serves a plentiful selection of tapas and tequilacentric cocktails. 23 Broadway, 415.524.8478 s $$$ LD VILLAGE SAKE Japanese Lucky for Fairfax, beloved former Sushi Ran chef Scott Whitman and talented Marin-based

restaurateur partners have opened an Izakaya — a Japanese style community pub — on Bolinas Street.

In this compact space you’ll find maki rolls and skewers, plus sake and craft beers. Closed Tuesdays. 19 Bolinas Road, 415.521.5790, villagesake.com b $$$ Í D

LARKSPUR DON ANTONIO Italian Antonio Volpicelli, of Don Antonio in Tiburon, has taken over the old Fabrizio space and filled it with more traditional Italian cuisine. The menu offers an assortment of classic dishes like gorgonzola gnocchi, veal parmesan, carbonara and an extensive wine list. Guests are welcome to enjoy any one of these items on the spacious outdoor patio. 455 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.3332, amalfi ristorantelarkspur.com b $$ Í LD

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

Marin Country Mart, 2233 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.755.6700, farmshopca.com s $$$ S Í C LD BR GIA RISTORANTE ITALIANO Italian Fabrizio Laudati, along with co-chef Stefano Guasco, has brought his Italian style to Marin. Previously Laudati owned four Italian restaurants in San Francisco, including Bella Trattoria and Panta Rei. The menu features simple, authentic dishes with a modern twist from the Lazio region of central Italy. 286 Magnolia Ave, 415.891.3979, giarestaurant.net b $$ Í LD LEFT BANK RESTAURANT French Known for award-winning French cuisine and a lively brasserie ambience, this corner spot on Magnolia Avenue rates high with locals.

Those with a small appetite (or budget) can opt for happy hour appetizers (3 to 6:30

p.m. and 9 p.m. to close, Monday to Friday), most priced under $7. 507 Magnolia Ave, 415.927.3331, leftbank.com s $$$ S Í C LD BR PERRY’S American The San Francisco mainstay has a location across the bridge in Larkspur, bringing with it its wide selection of salads, steaks and comfort favorites like French onion soup. Replacing the Lark Creek Inn, the skylights bring in plenty of natural light and an expanded bar is ideal for sipping the restaurant’s famed bloody mary’s. Valet parking is offered and brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays.

234 Magnolia Ave, 415.927.1877, perryssf.com s $$ LD º RUSTIC BAKERY California This homegrown bakery is known and loved the world over. In fact, Pope Francis famously requested Rustic Bakery flatbread and crostini when he visited the United States in 2015. Bread that’s baked fresh each morning in addition to granola, cookies, muffins and croissants make this a local staple. 1139 Magnolia Ave, 415.925.1556; 2017 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.461.9900, rusticbakery.com b $$ S Í BLD BR New WISE SONS Bagels The popular Jewish deli, Wise Sons, has opened it’s fourth outpost at the Marin Country Mart. The grab-and-go Larkspur bagel shop includes classic favorites like hot pastrami, matzo ball soup and lots of

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MILL VALLEY BALBOA CAFE MILL VALLEY California The San Francisco institution has become a place to see and be seen in Mill Valley, especially after 142 Throckmorton comedy nights. Menu includes Niman flatiron steak, braised beef brisket risotto and classic burgers. 38 Miller Ave, 415.381.7321, balboacafe.com s $$$ Í LD BR º BUCKEYE ROADHOUSE American Oysters Bingo, baby back ribs and Chili-Lime “Brick” Chicken are a few of the satisfying, comfort-food menu items that have made this classic roadhouse a favorite since the ’30s.

The warm, dark-wood bar with red leather booths is a popular spot for cocktails, conversations or a light meal. 15 Shoreline Hwy, 415.331.2600, buckeyeroadhouse.com s $$ C LD BR

Yummus wrap, you’ll have to return to sample the Chipotle Sun Goddess Rice Bowl.

A casual lunch spot and great for takeout, Cafe del Soul now offers a range of quinoa options.

247 Shoreline Hwy, 415.388.1852, cafedelsoul.net $ S Í LD FRANTOIO RISTORANTE Italian This 6,000-squarefoot eatery is centered around the in-house olive press, which produces a special blend popular with locals. For special occasions and private parties, reserve the olive-press room.

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BUNGALOW 44 American One of Mill Valley’s neighborhood hot spots, featuring contemporary California comfort food, signature cocktails, fine wine, and one-dollar oysters from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. every day. 44 E. Blithedale Ave, 415.381.2500, bungalow44.com s $$$ S Í C D CAFE DEL SOUL California Healthy options become addicting ones at this Tam Valley eatery. Once you stop in for the deliciously fresh Hummus

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• GREEN CHILE KITCHEN Mexican Don’t let the name fool you; while green chilies are present on the menu, many other varieties are also featured. From the organic, house made, blue corn tortillas to the red chile chicken wings, this restaurant located in downtown San Rafael offers a cornucopia of hues and flavors. 1335 Fourth St, 415.521.5691, greenchilekitchen.com b $$ S LD

JOE’S TACO LOUNGE Mexican Joe’s serves up fish tacos, burritos and enchiladas as well as more unusual items like Mexican pizza, tofu tostada and crab tostadas. Colorful interior and quick service make this a fun, easy stop.

If there are too many unsupervised kids for a peaceful meal, takeout is easy too. If you stay, grab a selection of hot sauce bottles from the wall and find your perfect match. 382 Miller Ave, 415.383. 8164, joestacolounge.com b $$ S Í BLD PIATTI RISTORANTE AND BAR Italian The staff rides itself on capturing the warm and welcoming atmosphere

of a traditional Italian trattoria. Get a table by the window or on the outdoor deck for a truly exceptional view right on the water. Peruse the impressive selection of Italian wines to accompany your rustic seasonal meal.

625 Redwood Hwy, 415.380.2525, piatti.com s $$ S Í C LD BR PIAZZA D’ANGELO Italian Family owned for over 35 years, Piazza D’Angelo evokes a traditional trattoria dining experience. Enjoy a variety of house made pastas, meat and seafood dishes, wood fired pizzas, and gluten free offerings with organic and locally sourced ingredients. 22 Miller

Ave, 415.388.2000, piazzadangelo.com s $$ S Í C LD BR º PIZZA ANTICA Italian This Italianinspired restaurant in Strawberry Village offers much more than impeccably prepared thin-crust pizzas.

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

fresh, flavorful cuisine served on the playa, Peter Schumacher and Bill and Vanessa Higgins, have developed a menu that blends locally sourced, organic and sustainable ingredients with a bar highlighting a selection of tequilas and mezcals.

41 Throckmorton Ave, 415.384.8871, playamv.com s $$ Í D SHORELINE COFFEE SHOP American Tucked away at Tam Junction, this coffee shop is a funky diner with a small-town feel. Check out the mix of Mexican and traditional breakfast fare. 221 Shoreline Hwy, 415.388.9085 b $$ S Í BL BR

THE WHISK + SKILLET American This daytime eatery in Strawberry Village serves all-day breakfast and lunch with plenty of egg options to choose from and Equator coffee to boot. Lunch options include soups, sandwiches and salads. 110 Strawberry Village, 415.380.1900 b $$ BL THEP LELA Thai This jewel is tucked away in the back of Strawberry Village. Diners come for the tasty kee mao noodles, pad thai, fresh rolls and extensive bar menu. It’s also a great place for lunch.

615 Strawberry Village, 415.383.3444, theplela.com s $$ S Í LD URBAN REMEDY Juice With a selection of juices, snacks and bowls including plenty of gluten-free, grain-free, and low-glycemic-index options, this is a popular stop. Raw desserts round things out. Try the namesake salad or give the cashew milk with cinnamon and vanilla a shot to see what Urban Remedy is all about. 15 E Blithedale Ave, 415.383.5300, urbanremedy.com $$ Í BLD VASCO Italian Whether you’re at a table, the bar or the back counter, you can expect an intimate and tasty dining experience in this one-room trattoria. Try one of the pasta dishes or thincrust wood-fired pizzas.

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

NOVATO HOPMONK TAVERN American The beer garden–styled outdoor patio and live music is what keeps fans coming back to this Novato brewhouse. Weekly events include country line dancing and open mic nights with an ample selection of beers on tap to wash it all down. 224 Vintage Way, 415.892.6200 hopmonk.com s $$ S Í C LD RUSTIC BAKERY California Organic pastries, breads, salads and sandwiches are on the menu here, including daily seasonal specials.

Try the Marin Melt — Cowgirl Creamery’s Mt. Tam and Point Reyes Toma cheeses grilled on honey whole wheat, served with dressed baby greens and crisp apple slices. 1407 Grant Ave, 415.878.4952, rusticbakery.com b $$ S Í BLD BR

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

Warm up with the tom kha soup or stave off he heat with a lychee iced tea. 726 San Anselmo Ave, 415.457.9470, baanthaimarin.com b $$ LD COMFORTS CAFE American Established in 1986, Comforts has a cozy sit-down patio and serves breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch.

A large take-out section offers fresh bakery items, seasonal salads, soups, sandwiches and even entrees for dinner at home. Besides the

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335 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.9840, comfortscafe.com b $$ S Í BL BR FARM BURGER American This burger chain is known for 100% grassfed meats and something that’s not nearly as commonplace – alcoholic milkshakes. So if you want to put a little tang in your dessert, try one of their golden state cider floats or a mission hard root beer.

Other fares include a pastured pig banh mi, a superfood salad, as well as a lil farmers menu for kids. 882 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.785.4802, farmburger.net b $$ S Í LD L’APPART RESTO French French specialties, local favorites and a $35 three- course prix fixe menu are served up in an energetic yet sophisticated environment. Check out the live music on Thursdays.

Open 6 days a week for dinner, Monday Saturday, and open for lunch Friday - Sunday.

636 San Anselmo Ave, 415.256.9884, lappartresto.com b $$ S Í LD BR MARINITAS Mexican The sister restaurant of Insalata’s continues to flourish as a center for creative Latin cuisine in Marin. It may not be as low-priced as most local Mexican restaurants, but this is not your typical southof-the-border spot. 218

Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.454.8900, marinitas.net s $$ S LD BR M.H. BREAD AND BUTTER California This one-stop shop offers everything from coffee and pastries to artisan bread and braised meats. High-quality ingredients and a comfortable atmosphere make MH worth checking out. 101 San Anselmo Ave, 415.755.4575, mhbreadandbutter.com $$ S Í BL BR SUSHI 69 Japanese Opened in 2001 in San Anselmo, Sushi 69 has been a favorite for locals looking to get their fill on no frills sushi. The owner hails from Japan and has created an extensive menu featuring 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 b $$ Í D

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TACO JANE’S Mexican Taco Jane’s new full bar features a robust tequila and mezcal selection. Its regional Mexican cuisine includes Oaxacan mole, fish tacos and vegetarian options. Black Gold salsa arrives with complimentary chips and is created using charred blackened tomatoes and roasted chilis. Live music Thursdays and enclosed patio seating all year round and happy hour from 4:30 to 6, Monday through Friday. 21 Tamalpais Ave, 415.454.6562, tacojanes.com s $$ S Í LD BR

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Out & About / DINE VALENTI & CO. Italian This bright and cozy space is the ideal environment for authentic Italian dishes made with local ingredients.

A seat at the chef’s table gives a prime view of the open kitchen.

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

SAN RAFAEL AMICI’S EAST COAST PIZZERIA California A wide array of thin-crust pizzas, freshly made pastas and salads are the ticket here, along with flame-roasted lemon chicken wings, for dine-in, takeout and delivery. 1242 Fourth St, 415.455.9777, amicis.com b $$ S Í LD º

ARIZMENDI BAKERY California A workerowned bakery cafe, Arzimendi prides itself on high-quality local ingredients. Visit any time of day for coffee and pastries, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, and thincrust sourdough artisan pizza. 1002 Fourth St, 415.456.4093, arizmendisanrafael.com $ S Í BLD BR BEST LIL’ PORKHOUSE American For a selection of authentic Southern appetizers, smoked ribs, pulled pork, outstanding wings, sliders and homemade barbecue sauce, head to this barbecue joint just off Highway 101. The vibe is honky-tonk and the bar boasts two pool tables and several

televisions always tuned into the latest sporting events. Opt for a “Stina,” the famous pomegranate/jalapeño margarita. 2042 Fourth St, 415.457.7675, bestlilporkhouse.com s $$ S C LD BR º FENIX California An intimate live-music venue in the heart of downtown San Rafael, Fenix features inspired California cuisine with a Southern French twist. New executive chef Lorenzo Villacampa brings a world of expertise, having worked at the Dubai InterContinental Hotel and the Gloria Plaza Hotel in Beijing among other fine dining locations. 919 Fourth St, 415.813.5600, fenixlive.com s $$$ S C BLD BR º

FLATIRON American The remodeled Flatiron is where refined American bar food lives happily in its ideal environment – among a bevy of craft beers.

Owned by the Strickers, a husband and wife duo, this polished sports bar offers food like chili lime cauliflower, classic sandwiches, as well as truffle and waffle fries in a space that also features classic arcade games. 724 B St, 415.453.4318, flatironsanrafael.com s $$ LD º IL DAVIDE Italian 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. A private party dining room accommodates up to 45 people.

901 A St, 415.454.8080, ildavide.net s $$$ S Í C LD JOHNNY DOUGHNUTS Breakfast The fresh doughnuts are handmade in small batches with local dairy products in the dough and fillings. Stop by the shop or have the food truck come to you. 1617 Fourth St, 415.450.1866, johnnydoughnuts.com $ S BL LA TOSCANA RISTORANTE & BAR Italian Family owned and operated since 1985, La Toscana has completed an extensive interior and exterior

renovation, transforming an already popular San Rafael gathering spot into a place for any occasion. The menu features classics like gnocchi and carbonara and an ample selection of wine. 3751 Redwood Hwy, 415.492.9100, ristorantelatoscana.com s $$$ S Í C LD º LAVIER CUSINE LatinFusion Free-range meat and fresh seafood is the focus at this authentic Latin-fusion eatery in San Rafael. Try the plantain and panko crusted cheese sticks to start and follow that with the popular puffy fish tacos with slaw and black beans. Brunch is served on weekends until 2 p.m. 1025 C St, 415.295.7990, lavier latinfusion.com b $$ S LD BR º

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LOS MOLES Mexican Nestled right in the middle of Lincoln Avenue, 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. Don’t miss Taco Tuesday night for all you can eat tacos. 912 Lincoln Ave, 415.453.5850, losmoles.com s $$ LD BR º MAGNOLIA PARK KITCHEN American This American bistro features lots of farm-fresh salads and sandwiches to choose from. The outdoor patio

is well suited for sipping a glass of wine or enjoying a signature fried chicken bomb sandwich. 1016 Court St, 415.521.5591, magnolia parkkitchen.com b $$ Í C BL MCINNIS PARK GOLF CLUB RESTAURANT American Grab a meal prepared by chef Chris Harman before or after hitting the driving range (or even without picking up a club). Outdoor seating is popular, as is the full bar, with a selection of premium Scotches, small-batch bourbons and more than 50 wines from California vineyards. McInnis Park, 415.491.5959, mcinnis parkgolfcenter.com s $$$ Í C LD

PANAMA HOTEL RESTAURANT American The dinner menu has a large selection — tortilla soup to pumpkin and ricotta raviolis — but it’s the Sunday brunch that will please the kids.

Try the Panama Waffle with grand marnier infused strawberries, topped with mascarpone, plus a pitcher of “make-your-own” mimosas for the adults.

The tropical garden is a prime spot for peoplewatching.. 4 Bayview St, 415.457.3993, panamahotel.com b $$$ Í C LD BR º RANGE CAFE American With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the grand Peacock Gap lawns, the Range Cafe is the perfect place for comforting American

classics with an elegant twist. This inviting lunchtime cafe with its ice-cold lemonade and refreshing chardonnays makes a great dinner spot once the sun sets. 333 Biscayne Dr, 415.454.6450, rangecafe.net s $$ S Í C BLD º

$10.95 lunch special and dinners that include goat curry, spinach, lentils and tandoori. 909 Fourth St, 415.459.9555, tajofmarin.com b $$ S LD

SUSHI TO DAI FOR Japanese Snagging a seat in this popular Fourth Street sushi spot can be a challenge, but patience is rewarded with tasty and fresh sashimi, unique sushi rolls and great prices. 816 Fourth St, 415.721.0392, sushitodaifor.net b $$ S LD

TERRAPIN CROSSROADS American This waterfront restaurant and music venue presents fresh food and local talent. The menu includes salads, savory dishes and wood-fired pizzas plus a wide selection of beers, wines and cocktails. Come for the food, stay for the music.

100 Yacht Club Dr, 415.524.2773, terrapin crossroads.net s $$ Í C D BR º

TAJ OF MARIN Indian Both North and South Indian cuisine is offered here, including the

THERESA & JOHNNY’S COMFORT FOOD American A favorite with both the kids and

the foodie set, this charming eatery serves food like Mom used to make. Drop by for eggs Benedict, tuna melts, coffee and some of the best milkshakes around. 817 Fourth St, 415.259.0182, theresaand-johnnys.com b $$ S Í BL BR TOMATINA Italian Tomatina takes a modern approach to traditional Italian recipes. Offering housemade pasta, pizzas and signature piadine: fresh, hot flatbreads topped with cool salads, ready to fold and eat.

5800 Northgate Mall, 415.479.3200, tomatina.com s $$ S Í LD º

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UCHIWA RAMEN Japanese When owners Benson Yang and Kevin Fong decided to open Marin’s first ramen shop in 2014, they weren’t sure what to expect. Three years later, Uchiwa remains loved by ramen enthusiasts for its rich broths and fresh noodles.

Vegetarian and vegan options available. 821 B St, 415.991.3693, uchiwaramen.com b $$ LD URBAN REMEDY Juice With delicious juices, snacks and bowls including plenty of gluten-free, grain-free, and low-glycemic-index choices, this is a popular spot. Raw desserts round things out. Try the vegan Caesar salad or give the cashew milk with cinnamon and

vanilla a shot to see what Urban Remedy is all about. 1904 Fourth St, 415.786.8011, urbanremedy.com $$ Í BLD

of the Campania region for over 20 years. 621 Bridgeway, 415.331.5225, angelino restaurant.com s $$$ S BLD

YET WAH Chinese Named for the founder’s wife (“Yet” refers to the moon, “Wah” to brightness), this beloved mainstay has a traditional Chinese menu and daily dim sum.

Expect live music in the Kung Fu Lounge. 1238 Fourth St, 415.460.9883, yetwahsanrafael.com s $$ S Í LD

ARAWAN THAI Thai After an 18-month closure due to a fire, this Sausalito favorite has reopened to enthusiastic reviews. Favorites like the Prawn Arawan with yellow curry are back on the menu as well as $10 lunch specials. 47 Caledonia St, 415.729.9395 $$ LD

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AVATAR’S Indian If you’re on the hunt for innovative Indian fare, head to Avatar’s. Sip masala chai sweetened with brown sugar in this casual, one-room restaurant, ideal for a quick lunch or

ANGELINO RESTAURANT Italian An authentic Italian restaurant with handmade pastas and seasonal antipasti, showcasing cuisine

dinner. 2656 Bridgeway, 415.332.8083, enjoyavatars.com b $$ S LD BAR BOCCE American Food just tastes better on a bayside patio with fire pits and a bocce ball court. Order one of the sourdough bread pizzas and a glass of wine and you’ll see why this casual eatery, overseen by Robert Price of Buckeye and Bungalow 44, has become a local favorite. 1250 Bridgeway, 415.331.0555, barbocce.com s $$ S Í LD BARREL HOUSE TAVERN California Stop by Barrel House for great local food enhanced by fantastic bay and city views. The relaxed urban setting

is a perfect match for the barrel-aged cocktails. 660 Bridgeway, 415.729.9593, barrelhousetavern.com s $$$ S Í LD º CIBO Cafe Located in a historic brick building on Sausalito’s main drag, this is a great place to a sip a quick cup of coffee outdoors. The menu offers tarts, croissants, cookies, paninis and soups. Every dish is made from scratch with local and seasonal products. 1201 Bridgeway, 415.331.2426, cibosausalito.com $$ S Í BL COPITA Mexican Chef Joanne Weir serves up fresh Mexican fare in the heart of downtown Sausalito. The everchanging menu is gluten-free, and the

in-house tequila bar offers over 100 varieties and fantastic cocktails.

Dine at the bar or on the outdoor patio for great people-watching.

739 Bridgeway, 415.331.7400, copitarestaurant.com s $$ S Í LD BR DAVEY JONES DELI American Stationed in the New Bait Shop Market, Davey Jones Deli offers houseroasted sandwich meats, healthy condiments and local, organic vegetables; the deli serves sandwiches, veggie-wiches, wraps and salads with vegetarian, vegan and meat-lover options.

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adventuring around Marin. Gate 6 Road, 415.331.2282, daveyjonesdeli.com b $$ S Í L F3/FAST FOOD FRANCAIS French Owned and operated by the owners of Le Garage, F3 serves brunch, lunch and dinner featuring “Frenchified” American comfort food. A rotating menu includes items like the Quack burger (Duck confit, black pepper chèvre, lettuce and red onion marmalade). Enjoy with a side of Brussels sprout chips or pommes dauphines (tater tots). 39 Caledonia St, 415.887.9047, eatf3.com s $$ S Í LD BR

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

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

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

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

MURRAY CIRCLE American Cavallo Point’s acclaimed restaurant features local seasonal fare by executive chef Justin Everett, with pairings from an extensive wine list and tempting desserts. Stop by Farley Bar for cocktails with a view. 601 Murray Circle, 415.339.4750, cavallopoint.com s $$$ S Í C BLD BR NAPA VALLEY BURGER COMPANY American This burger joint serves up gourmet patties, fries, root beer floats and more. With outdoor and indoor tables, the space can accommodate up to 100 people. 670 Bridgeway, 415.332.1454, napavalleyburger company.com s $$ S Í L

OSTERIA DIVINO Tuscan Osteria Divino offers authentic florentine cuisine inspired by the finest local, organic, seasonal produce, meat and fish available, along with an extensive artisan pasta selection. Live music Tue-Sun. 37 Caledonia St, 415.331.9355, osteriadivino.com b $$ S Í C BLD BR º POGGIO Italian Executive chef Benjamin Balesteri creates Northern Italian fare using fresh and local ingredients.

Private dining rooms above the restaurant can accommodate larger parties (10 to 150 guests). 777 Bridgeway, 415.332.7771, poggiotratoria.com s $$$ S Í C BLD

SCOMA’S OF SAUSALITO Italian The Scoma’s boat fishes seasonally, going out from Pier 47 and is approved for salmon and Dungeness crab resulting in fresh catches year-round.

The menu regularly features whole crabs, chowders, grilled fish and house specialties. 588 Bridgeway, 415.332.9551, scomas sausalito.com s $$ C LD SEAFOOD PEDDLER RESTAURANT AND FISH MARKET Seafood The fish is bought daily from local fisherman and recipes are adjusted to incorporate the freshest catch. 303 Johnson St, 415.332.1492, seafoodpeddler.com s $$$ S Í LD BR º

SUSHI RAN Japanese Sample innovative small plates just big enough to share before enjoying some of the best sushi the Bay Area has to offer; the prices don’t deter the herd of enthusiasts who line up nightly to partake.

Just stopping by? The wine, cocktail and sake lists keep even the pickiest barfly satisfied. Reservations are required in the main room. 107 Caledonia St, 415.332.3620, sushiran.com s $$ Í LD THE TRIDENT Seafood Set in a turn-of-thecentury building constructed for the San Francisco Yacht Club, this waterfront restaurant is a shoe-in for date night. The restaurant, a famous 1970s

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hangout, is now known for supporting local farmers, fisherman and organic food producers. 558 Bridgeway, 415.331.3232, the tridentsausalito.com s $$$ S Í LD BR º

TIBURON CAFFE ACRI Italian This well-lit corner cafe in Tiburon is a favorite go-to for bikers, city commuters and locals. Diners will find fresh brewed coffee and eggs for breakfast, and a selection of soups, salads and paninis for lunch. 1 Main St, 415.435.8515, caffeacri.com b $$ Í LD CAPRICE California Book the private party room for large groups or just relax in this

romantic dinner spot.

Take advantage of the restaurant’s wellpriced three-course dinners for less than $30, and don’t miss prime rib Mondays.

2000 Paradise Dr, 415.435.3400, thecaprice.com s $$$ D

this family-owned neighborhood spot is known for its pasta and friendly service. Favorites like the cheesy garlic bread and pesto keep customers coming back. 1 Blackfield Dr, 415.388.9100 s $$ S Í LD

DON ANTONIO TRATTORIA Italian Located in Tiburon’s Ark Row, this trattoria serves authentic Italian cuisine in a quaint setting. Traditional selections include chicken piccata, veal marsala and housemade pesto. 114 Main St, 415.435.0400, donantoniotrattoria.com b $$ D

NEW MORNING CAFE American Sit outside or in at this casual cafe.

On a sunny morning, the place is filled with locals enjoying the sun and extensive breakfast menu; lunch is served as well. 1696 Tiburon Blvd, 415.435.4315 S Í BL

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

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

1550 Tiburon Blvd, 415.797.6123, rusticbakery.com b $$ S C BLD BR SALT & PEPPER American This sunfilled one-room restaurant, featuring hardwood floors and blue-checkered tablecloths, is an area favorite. Popular items include scallops, ribeye steak, a beef burger and traditional crab cakes with jalapeño dipping sauce. 38 Main St, 415.435.3594 b S Í LD SAM’S ANCHOR CAFE American The updated menu at this seaside institution features local organic produce

and sustainably sourced meats and fish. Chef Robert Taylor, formerly of Farallon, has curated an oyster list for the raw bar menu and a fresh cocktail list to boot. 27 Main St, 415.435.4527, samscafe.com s $$$ S Í C LD BR º SERVINO RISTORANTE Italian Servino highlights organic ingredients in an array of rustic Italian dishes, including house-made pastas, wood oven pizzas, and seasonal specialties. Located on the bay in Tiburon, Servino also prides itself on itsextensive sustainable seafood program. Savor la dolce vita on the waterfront patio. 9 Main St, 415.435.2676, servino.com s $$$ S Í C LD BR º

TIBURON TAVERN California The atmosphere here is enhanced by two outdoor patios, two indoor fireplaces and fresh flowers. Happy hour is 3 to 6:30 p.m. every day. 1651 Tiburon Blvd, 415.435.5996, lodgeattiburon.com s $$ S Í C BLD BR º

WEST MARIN NICK’S COVE American Nick’s Cove offers a coastal escape on Tomales Bay, serving famous barbecued local oysters, Dungeness crab mac ’n’ cheese and cocktails using home-grown ingredients. Large windows in the 130seat restaurant provide picturesque views of Tomales Bay and Hog Island. (Marshall).

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415.663.1033, nickscove.com s $$$ S Í C LD BR PARKSIDE CAFE American Perfect for a sit-down alfresco meal or for grabbing a burger to enjoy on the beach.

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

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

3458 Shoreline Hwy, 415.868.0434, stinson beachrestaurant.com s $$ S Í LD

STATION HOUSE CAFE American Fresh local homegrown foods are showcased for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stop in on weekends (5 p.m. on Sundays) for live music and wine, beer and cocktails (Point Reyes Station). 11180 Highway 1, 415.663.1515, stationhousecafe.com s $$ S Í C BLD BR º THE SIREN CANTEEN American/Mexican Where in Northern California can you enjoy a taco at a restaurant nestled directly under a lifeguard tower? At The Siren Canteen of course.

Opened in the summer of 2014, this smart beach shack perched on the sandy shores of Stinson serves up burritos, burgers and creamy Meyer lemon milk

shakes. Though the food is solid, we think the BYOW option with a $10 corkage fee and milliondollar views is reason enough to give this shack a shout-out. 3201 Hwy 1, 415.868.1777, thesirencanteen.com b $ Í LD

SAN FRANCISCO /EAST BAY BUN MEE Vietnamese A fun and casual lunch spot that puts a flavorful twist on classic Vietnamese. Sit back in this playful space with a salad, bowl or sandwich and enjoy the stylish San Francisco vibes. 2015 Fillmore St, 415.800.7696, bunmee.com b $$ S Í LD º

CAPO’S CHICAGO Italian If you’re craving classic Chicago-style Italian and a venue to match, the endless pizza choices and flavorful pasta and meat selections here will more than satisfy your appetite and take you back in time to the mobster days of the 1920s. 641 Vallejo St, 415.986.8998, sfcapos.com s $$$ S Í D º CLIFF HOUSE California Great food, beautiful view and lots of history — what else could you want? An awardwinning wine list?

They have that too. Not only does Cliff ouse boast a popular Sunday champagne brunch, it also focuses on local, organic, sustainable ingredients and seafood

on its everyday menu.

1090 Point Lobos, 415.386.3330, cliffhouse.c s $$ S BLD GATHER American Nicknamed the “Omnivore’s Solution,” this Berkeley hotspot focuses on Northern California cuisine inspired by local farmers, ranchers and artisan food producers.

Executive chef Charis Wahl serves up a dailychanging menu popular with both omnivores and vegans alike. The decadent brunch menu is a favorite with locals on weekends. 2200 Oxford St (Berkeley), 510.809.0400, gather restaurant.com s $$ S Í LD BR

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Juice Girl Avocado Square SERVES 1

Ingredients Thick slice of whole-grain wheat bread (Juice Girl recommends M.H. Bread and Butter or Parkside Cafe bread) ½ avocado 1 teaspoon garlic-infused olive oil Jane’s Crazy Salt, to taste To Prepare 1 Toast bread until lightly brown. 2 Slice avocado in half and spoon it out of the shell. Turn avocado over, cut into small slices and fan over the bread, covering the entire piece. 3 Sprinkle olive oil and Jane’s Crazy Salt over the top of the avocado. 4 Serve immediately.

How to Properly Cut an Avocado 1 Place the avocado lengthwise on a secure surface. 2 Cut the avocado in half. 3 Remove the pit by slipping a spoon between the seed and the fruit. 4 If dicing, score the flesh of the avocado without piercing the skin. 5 If slicing, scoop out and slice.

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organic juices, smoothies and snacks, but quickly a need for healthy grab-and-go lunch food in Mill Valley became apparent. Johnson, while still involved in the business, has since relocated to Connecticut, leaving her partner Karen Olson to assume day-to-day operations. “When we decided to start adding food at Juice Girl we wanted it to be simple, fresh and delicious,” Olson says. Getting the Avocado Square ingredients right was especially important because of its simplicity. “It had to have the perfect bread — we sampled many different bakeries; it had to have the perfectly ripe avocado; and then it needed something else to make it our own.” Since Olson is a garlic lover, it was a no-brainer to add that pungent flavor to the mix. “The easiest way to achieve that was to find a garlic-infused oil, because the dish had to have a high-quality olive oil, too.” All that was left was to spice it up with a bit of salt. “Jane’s Crazy Salt was something I grew up with and it always seemed to make everything better,” she says. All of it ended up being the ideal mix for the Avocado Square. “As mothers to three children each, [Johnson and I] have always focused on finding ways to maximize the good stuff nd eliminate the processed stuff n their diets,” Olson says. “We are thrilled that the Mill Valley middle schoolers are walking over for smoothies after school and the high school students are frequenting us for lunch each day. To see these children be mindful of what they put into their bodies and make healthy choices — without the presence of adults — warms our hearts.” Here Olson shares the recipe for the beloved square. juicegirlmv.com KASIA PAWLOWSKA

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Grilly’s serves up fresh, healthy and fast Mexican food to Marin. Everything is made from scratch daily-from the marinated and grilled meats, the fi e roasted salsas, our world famous chicken taco salad to the housemade agua frescas. A great line up of vegan and gluten free items.

GRILLY’S

Come enjoy local, organic, non-gmo Italian cuisine and handcrafted libations from the full bar in our family-owned restaurant open since 1995.

We also feature an extensive wine list, a robust happy hour and two private dining areas as well as patio dining. Located just off Highway 101.

FRANTOIO RISTORANTE

493 Miller Ave, Mill Valley, CA 415.381.3278 One Bolinas Ave, Fairfax, CA 415.457.6171

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Start your evening, or end a long work day at San Rafael’s fine t neighborhood grill. RangeCafe offers local wines, classic cocktails and ice-cold beer. Our outdoor patio is a great place to unwind and meet with friends for happy hour priced appetizers and drinks.

Try Tomatina for our modern and fresh interpretations of traditional Italian recipes. Our made-from-scratch sauces and housemade pizzas are customer favorites but we are best known for our signature piadine—fresh, hot fl tbread topped with cool salads, ready to fold and eat.

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HOTEL MAC RESTAURANT American Filled with old-world charm, this establishment has been serving American classics since 1911.

Executive chef Jaime Molina’s seasonal menu features freshly prepared fish and favorites like Chicken Cordon Bleu. Weekly specials including Friday’s half off ottles of wine keep patrons coming back, as does the live music featured nightly (Richmond).

50 Washington Ave, 510.233.0576, hotelmac restaurant.com s $$ C LD º LA FOLIE French Chef Roland Passot serves critically acclaimed fare in this intimate, family-run restaurant located in Russian Hill

but the menu highlights ingredients from farms in Marin and Sonoma and all along the Pacific Coast and the greater Northwest. 2316 Polk St, 415.776.5577, lafolie.com s $$$ D PERRY’S American Perry’s, for over 45 years an institution on Union Street in San Francisco, is known for its classic American food, its warm personable service and its bustling bar. Signature dishes include traditional Cobb salad, prime steaks and, of course, the renowned hamburger. Perry’s also serves a weekend brunch. Hotel Griffon, 155 Steuart St, 415.495.6500, perryssf.com s $$ S Í C D º

RICE PAPER SCISSORS Vietnamese At this brick-and-mortar Mission District spot with a pop-up sibling, try the popular pork belly banh mi on one of the bright red stools and stay warm with a pot of jasmine tea. 1710 Mission St, 415.878.6657, ricepaperscissors.com $$ S Í LD

THE PROGRESS Californian The second restaurant venture from State Bird Provisions’ chef proprietors Stuart Brioza and Nicole Krasinski brings the same kind of innovation as their first.

Popular dishes include

STATE BIRD PROVISIONS American From fresh local seafood to spicy kimchi yuba to savory pancakes, not to mention a full range of poultry, this uncommon dim sum–style setup features a little bit of everything.

1529 Fillmore St, 415.795.1272, statebirdsf.com b $$ S D

shaved cauliflowerherbs and pig fries as well as a “treasure chest” of fermented sausage. The beverage list is also worth a look as general manager and wine director Jason Alexander has curated an expansive wine list

and a number of craft cocktails. 1525 Fillmore St, 415.673.1294, theprogress-sf.com s $$$ LD

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Outdoor seating Private party room Breakfast, lunch, dinner Brunch Happy hour

A major renovation to the restaurant or menu, or there is a new chef.

These listings are not intended to be a full review of the business, rather a quick guide to some of the most popular restaurants in the county.

For more restaurant listings, visit us online at marinmagazine.com/dine.

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Briefly describe your business philosophy. Home has a different meaning for everyone. Our strongest value-add is the collaboration we develop with homeowners to create environments that inspire and nurture them in their journey home.

What is your competitive edge? We do all the things architects normally do, except we spend more time listening: How else to understand your housing needs and what home means to you and your family?

Your thoughts regarding working with a spouse, family, or partner? We believe communication is a design tool. That includes spouses absolutely, and everyone who enjoys your home. We don’t speak pet, but we hear the whispers.

What makes you excel at what you do? After my architectural education, I worked as a city planner in Marin County. Our understanding of the approvals process saves time, money and headaches for our clients.

MICHAEL J. HARLOCK A.I.A. 533 REDWOOD AVENUE, CORTE MADERA, 415.924.5714, MICHAEL@HARLOCKARCH.COM, HARLOCKARCH.COM

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KEEP WHAT YOU LOVE

It’s hard to feel stressed in a home designed to feel like a vacation getaway.

When a local realtor bought a house to rehab and resell, he never expected to call it his home.

BY DAWN MARGOLIS DENBERG • PHOTOS BY TIM PORTER

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VER THE YEA RS, realtor Scott

Kalmbach has bought, rehabbed and resold a dozen properties.

He planned to do the same to a three-bedroom, two-and-a-halfbath Mill Valley fixer-upper he and his business partner purchased together two years ago.

“Our intent was to remodel and expand the property,” Scott says. “But I fell in love with the place and decided to buy my partner out so I could make it my family home.”

Scott executed his style — let’s call it bohemian wine country — on both the macro and micro levels. “I used to have a home up in Healdsburg, which we ended up selling, but the idea was to make it feel like we had a little bit of Sonoma here in Marin.”

And while he didn’t end up expanding the footprint, every surface, every fixture and every cabinet was swapped out or refinished.

On the main floor, for example, he sourced 100-year-old redwood from a mill in Ukiah.

“We put it on the ceilings and on the floors to give the space a tavern-like feel.” The kitchen also got a redesign, with an island at the center fashioned from a vintage mercantile counter retrofitted with a soapstone top.

The biggest structural change: Scott knocked down a wall between the main home and an attached guest cottage. The cottage “used to have its own kitchen, but I got rid of it and repurposed the area into a master suite with a TV room, and billiard’s room.”

Scott’s soft goods choices are as integral to the home’s design as the architectural details. In the billiards room, for example, the bookshelves — repurposed rope ladders from an old ship — were procured from an antique fair. Other flea market finds include a wasp’s nest and a mounted deer head. The cobra skin

pelts, which hang off a ost in the living room, come from a trip Scott’s dad took to Africa.

What truly makes the home exceptional, however, is the transformation of the outdoor spaces. Bifold doors off he dining room open to a deck with a poured concrete bar and grill area, a steel fire pit, and a Balinese-inspired pergola. But that’s just the beginning. The 18,600-square-foot property also includes a pool, a henhouse, several rope swings and even a zip line. “It goes down the hill and over a creek to the far end of the property,” Scott says. “My daughter uses it to shorten her walk to school.”

Future plans include a pool redesign.

For the moment, however, Scott decided to embrace the pool’s retro vibe. “I found an old pool slide from a guy in Sacramento through craigslist,” he says. “The guy said ‘if you pick it up, it’s yours for free.’ ” More proof that one man’s junk truly is another man’s treasure. m

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THE DETAILS WHERE HE PURCHASED Homestead Valley neighborhood in Mill Valley WHAT HE BOUGHT 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath California bungalow LISTING AGENT Kathleen Clifford, Pacific Union International BUYER AGENT Scott Kalmbach and Radhi Ahern, Ahern + Kalmbach, Pacific Union International THE STATS Price per square foot for similar homes in the neighborhood: $875

Opposite: Most pieces in this eclectic home come with a backstory.

This page from top left: Bifold doors blur the lines between indoors and out; a stylish billiard table; vintage kitchen island; deck seating; Scott in a chair procured while he was traveling in Mexico.

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Falling for the Garden There is much to do in the late season garden.

BY KIER HOLMES

If you’re like me, you don’t just garden in the pretty months. I enjoy a continuous relationship with my plants and like to work in the garden all year long. And now with fall approaching, it’s easy to become obsessed with chores like incessant leaf raking. But in Marin we get a second spring, and there is much to do to keep your garden love aff ir growing strong.

TIPS FROM THE EXPERT “Anyone trying to achieve a drought-tolerant garden must plan ahead,” says Dan Dufficy, owner and founder of CNL Native Plant Nursery in Tam Junction, who highly recommends planting California natives in the fall. “As the rain sets in, roots push and acclimate to hard, unforgiving local clay soil.” He also suggests, “Native seeds, however, should not be scattered in the fall. Instead wait until the warmth of early spring for better success.”

WHY OH WHY One reason to stay active in the garden is that the soil is still warm and seed germination happens best in warm temperatures. Plants get the luxury of growing slow and strong, getting to establish their roots through winter. Savvy Soil Good draining soil is critical once the rain starts, so amend all new planting beds with generous amounts of rich compost.

Be Cool Cool-season veggies take up less space than massive pumpkins and squash. Easy to grow from seeds sown directly in the ground are chard, carrots and radishes. Easy to start from nursery seedlings are broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower. Watch for destructive snails and slugs as the weather dampens. Apply natural bait products like Sluggo. Flower Power It’s best to plant flowers now before the weather turns cold, but be sure to also protect pretty petals from late hot spells. The most reliable flowers are calendulas, Iceland poppies and violas. Much More Lawns (sod or seeds), perennials for spring blooms, and most hardy shrubs and fruit trees can be planted now. Resist the urge to plant frost-tender tropicals. Boost Roses You may be able to squeeze out one more bloom from roses during this time. Cut off faded flowers, fertilize the soil with rose food and water deeply. Wait until after New Year’s for the hard-core pruning.

Water Wisdom Unless early rains surprise us, just about everything will still need irrigation.

Check for moisture to make sure. Use a trowel or shovel to see what the top 2 or 3 inches of soil are like. Don’t forget plants and pots under eaves that don’t get the benefit of rain. Feed Me Give lawns a fall feeding, if you haven’t already.

Also look for signs of iron deficiency on citrus leaves; supply a dose of citrus food containing iron if you notice yellowing leaves. Divide and Conquer When certain plants stop blooming it could mean they need to be divided; examples are daisies, agapanthus and yarrow. Now is the perfect time to do this.

KIER HOLMES

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Access to some of the best hiking and biking trails Marin County has to offer, Baywood Equestrian Center, Community Pool and close to the vibrant town of Fairfax.

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Carey Hagglund Condy Luxury Property Specialist

Marilyn Rich Luxury Property Specialist

415 461 8609 carey@luxurymarinhomes.com LuxuryMarinHomes.com License #01323032

415 461 8608 marilyn@finelivingmarin.com FineLivingMarin.com License #01156159

Just Listed | 130 Elm Avenue, Larkspur | Offered at $4,195,000 This newly remodeled estate is what everyone’s waiting for! Enjoy your own private oasis situated on a coveted knoll top lot in the sought-after Palm Hill neighborhood. This expansive one-level estate features a stunning main house, guest house, entertaining courtyard with pool, flat lawns, raised planter beds, patios and panoramic views of the hills & Bay. Gated and private, this home reflects a keen eye for design and function with oversized Loewen sliding pocket doors, ample natural light and open spacious living areas that accentuate the idyllic indoor-outdoor California lifestyle.

130ElmAvenue.com

Marilyn Rich Luxury Property Specialist 415 461 8608 marilyn@finelivingmarin.com FineLivingMarin.com License #01156159

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Luxury Stinson Estate This extraordinary luxury estate is on almost 1 acre, there is nothing like it in Northern California. It is an estate uniquely private yet built for entertainment.

The interior has a dramatic open floor plan with elevated views of the ocean. The floors are wide plank oak and vaulted ceilings in the spacious living room. The kitchen is brand new and features all high end appliances and a beautiful marble island. There are three large guest suites and a grand master suite upstairs.

The estate features a bocce court and large swimming pool away from the house, nested into the mountain side surrounded by the protected lands of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. 7260 Panoramic Hwy, Listed for $4,200,000, www.7260panoramic.com

SARAH NANCY BUTLER (415) 868-0717 | DRE #01258888

Conveniently Located in Stinson Beach

3470 Shoreline Highway, Stinson Beach, CA 94970, oceanicrealty.com

Specializing in Sales, Vacation Rentals, and Property Management in Stinson Beach.

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FORWARD THINKING RE AL ESTATE All of the Vanguard Properties offices are a reflection of our mission to present everything always in the most flattering, eye catching and intriguing way — whether the homes we sell, the agents that represent them, or the offices in which we reside.

It's all about attention to detail, a keen eye towards design and aesthetics, and quality inside and out.

Wait till you see what we have planned for our new office at 352 Miller Avenue in Mill Valley.

COMING THIS FALL!

San Francisco Marin Wine Country Palm Springs www.vanguardproperties.com BRE# 01486705

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“Luxury is in each detail.”

- Hubert de Givenchy

LEADERS

BY DESIGN

Building Relationships

TheBowmanGroupMarin.com @THEBOWMANGROUP

415.755.1000 BRE# 1933147

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J UST SO L D! 227 Evergreen Drive Kent Woodlands One of my favorite things in real estate is finding the inner beauty of every home.

On this property, I brought in my team to help organize, edit and prep this classic Mid Century Modern home that has been lived in and loved by the same family for 20 years. I managed the transition to brighten the interior through expanding the breathtaking view. The final result was a sought-after property with multiple offers.

If you are looking for effective strategies on how to get the greatest return on your investment, give me a call.

Allison Salzer

415.297.2110

allison@vanguardmarin.com BRE# 01978463

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ZEPHYR REAL ESTATE

311 Durant Way, Mill Valley MARK MACHADO 415.298.7027

19 Tamalpais Avenue, Belvedere JENN PFEIFFER 415.302.3198

414 F Street, Petaluma TEAM O’BRIEN 415.948.3197

11 Sunny Cove Drive, Novato

23 Hearthstone Court, San Rafael

339 Jean Street, Mill Valley

SPIRO MARIN TEAM 415.385.4258/415.225.6412

TEAM O’BRIEN 415.948.3197

KATHERINE FONG 415.720.1365

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PEACEFUL ZEN OASIS | Offered at $1,200,000 | 2408LagunaVista.com This sunny, serene home is located on one of Novato’s most sought after streets on an oak-studded lot with gorgeous views. Inspired by Sea Ranch, the natural materials and indoor-outdoor flow of this quiet 4 bedroom, 3 bath home are unique and very appealing. Co-listed with Meghan Duffy.

COMING SOON IN CORTE MADERA!

COMING SOON IN GREENBRAE!

Under Construction: Chapman Park walk-to-town.

4 bedrooms/3 baths, spacious family room, with that ‘new home’ feel! Level lawn, great schools, easy commute. Beautifully remodeled!

Top of the Hill! Wonderful Spyglass Hill condo.

High ceilings, light & bright. 2 bedrooms plus a large loft with views, 2 baths. Nice upgrades & amenities. Kentfield schools!

SHARON FACCINTO Partner & Top Producer 415.272.3799 sfaccinto@mcguire.com Cal BRE# 01036478

MARIN | SAN FRANCISCO | PENINSULA | EAST BAY | WINE COUNTRY | GLOBAL INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATE

Toni Thomas

McGuire Real Estate Top Producer

“Toni has been our agent for over 12 years. She knows the market, is dedicated to her client’s interests and above all has become a trusted friend. We have recommended her to many of our friends and she has represented them both as Buyers and Sellers. In all honesty, she made us all look good.” - Jihane and Simon Khalaf

INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATE

415.351.4661 | tthomas@mcguire.com | Cal BRE# 01356103

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Recognizing our REAL Trends America’s Best Real Estate Agents, each having closed over $20 million in sales volume in 2016.

The Leading 100 for the Bay Area

Bill Bullock & Lydia Sarkissian Marin

Stephanie Lamarre Marin

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Anthony Cassel East Bay

Best in California

Bill Bullock & Lydia Sarkissian Stephanie Lamarre Patricia Oxman Randi Deutsch Barbara Major Karin Narodny Latife Hayson Chelsea E. Ialeggio Joan Kermath Kouros Tavakoli Camara Scremin Nadine Greenwood Stacy Achuck

Patricia Oxman Marin

Alisa Wynd Christine Christiansen Rick Trono Lisa Garaventa Alva Falla Deborah Cole Jim Stafford Thomas Henthorne Lori Saia Odisio Missy Zech Lindy Emrich Sherfey Group

Herman Chan East Bay

Michael Dreyfus Silicon Valley

East Bay Anthony Cassel Herman Chan Lauren Holloway Aleso Gourhan Tracy Palma

Silicon Valley Michael Dreyfus Brian Ayer Omar Kinaan Chris Iverson Annette Smith Colleen Foraker Dawn Thomas

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415.259.7133

christine@sothebysrealty.com ChristineChristiansen.com CalBRE# 01393098

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The guest house offers a large living area, full kitchen, 2 bedrooms, and 2 baths. The setting cannot be duplicated.

Jennifer Firkins Falla Associates 415.602.5768

jennifer.firkins@sothebysrealty.com CalBRE# 01255172

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Lindy Emrich 415.717.4005 lindy@sir.com

CalBRE# 00511105

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Perfection & Elegance in Mill Valley

$2,295,000

5 Vista Real, Mill Valley

5VistaReal.com

Style & Views in San Anselmo

$1,295,000

312 Scenic Avenue, San Anselmo

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Chelsea E. Ialeggio 415.300.6881

chelsea@sothebysrealty.com ChelseaInMarin.com Redefining Service in Real Estate CalBRE# 01394011

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views of Mt. Tam and views of the Bay to Downtown Oakland

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concept great room with a dream-come-true chef’s kitchen, living and dining areas

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renovation, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 3055± sq. ft. with meticulous attention to detail

foot expanse of Nana doors open to approx. 2,000 sq. ft. IPE entertainer’s deck

kitchen with waterfall center island, wet bar, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances

level guest suite has beautiful porcelain tiled bath, skylights and doors to yard

additional bedrooms, full bath and guest powder room on main level

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2nd level master bedroom retreat has sitting area and two private decks

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stainless steel hot tub—big enough for dipping pool in summer; outdoor shower too

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3,500 sq. ft. of outdoor living space with deck and level lawn area

Barbara Major | 415.999.9706 | barbaramajor@me.com | MarinCountyProperties.com | CalBRE# 00808665

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New Listings in Stinson Beach

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San Rafael Country Club

40FairwayDrive.com

5BR Main House + 2BR Cottage + Pool on Private 1.6± Acres

Rare 10± Acre Tiburon Parcel

Reduced to $3,500,000 4576 Paradise Drive, Tiburon

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4576Paradise.com

Held in the same family for almost 150 years. Build now or bank for the future. They’re not making any more.

Coming Soon in Mill Valley 5BR—1± acre estate near downtown—$6M–$8M range 4BR—View home near downtown—$3.6M–$4M range

John Adlam

415.515.4779

j.adlam@ggsir.com CalBRE# 00884407

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304 Bolinas Avenue, San Anselmo—Represented Sellers $100,000 over the list price with multiple offers

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493 Washington Court, Tiburon—Represented Sellers Full price with multiple offers

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87 Brodea Way, San Rafael—Represented Sellers All cash offer

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35 Hacienda Drive, Tiburon—Represented Seller

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545 Hilary Drive, Tiburon—Represented Seller

$5,800,000

43 West Shore Road, Belvedere—Represented Buyer

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3010 Sacramento Street, San Francisco

Jeff Moseley

20 Years of Service as a Top Broker Associate in Marin.

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jeffmoseley@msn.com JeffMoseleyBroker.com

CalBRE# 01193925

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The Boating Life in Larkspur!

194 Riviera Circle, Larkspur. This stunning two story, five bedroom contemporary home is located in a special boater’s paradise, within blocks of downtown Larkspur, award-winning schools, and easy commuting. Awesome chef’s kitchen with granite counters, cherry wood cabinets, and professional appliances. Luxurious master suite with two walk-in closets, gas fireplace, and beautiful spa bath. Additional office and media room on main level (could be fifth bedroom). Great weather area with plenty of sunshine. $2,595,000 194RivieraCircle.com

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Affordable Living at Marin’s Luxury Retirement Community 200 Deer Valley, Unit 1G, San Rafael. Charming, rarely available ground-floor patio condo with one bedroom, den/guest room and two full baths. The great room features an efficient kitchen with granite counters, a dining area, living room, a cozy wrap-around fireplace and updated flooring.

The master suite, spacious and bright, includes a generous bathroom with both a shower and tub. Amenities include a large lap pool, bocce ball court, signature restaurant, and valet services, all located in this secure gated community, surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds. $548,000 200DeerValley1G.com

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415.497.0044

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v.buckle-clark @ ggsir.com CalBRE# 01141500

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On the Bolinas Lagoon 337 Seadrift Rd., Stinson Beach

Walker’s Paradise in the Banana Belt 200 Bulkley Ave., Sausalito

Miracle Mile Home 132 Ross Valley Dr., San Rafael

Prime location near the end of the Seadrift peninsula, fronting the wide Bolinas Lagoon. Mid-Century home on 16,100± sq. ft. lot. SeadriftLiving.com

Spacious view home located right above vibrant downtown near Ferry, shops and restaurants.

200Bulkley.com

Updated 1940s Craftsman 2 blocks off “The Miracle Mile” close to San Rafael & San Anselmo shops & restaurants.

132RossValley.com

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Represented Buyer 18 Fernhill Ave., Ross

Sunny Sutton Manor Home 4 Dorset Ln., Mill Valley

Craftsman smart home with saltwater pool and 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest house.

Sold above asking price.

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81 Ryan Ave., Mill Valley Sold above list price + rental cottage.

Randi Deutsch 415.699.9224

randi@randid.com RandiD.com CalBRE# 00779948

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Lisa Garaventa | 415.518.2772

10BonnieBrae.com

l.garaventa@ggsir.com | FineMarinLiving.com

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Dubie Breen | 415.640.4927

45Evergreen.com

d.breen@ggsir.com | Co-listed with John McGeough

COMING SOON!

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Lindy Emrich | 415.717.4005

41Moncada.com

lindy@sir.com | LindyEmrich.com

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Julie Widergren | 415.827.8727 98EucalyptusKnoll.com j.widergren@ggsir.com | MarinRealEstateNow.com JUST LISTED

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Megan Pomponio | 415.827.9229

197CorteMaderaAve.com

megan@sothebysrealty.com | MeganSellsMarin.com

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Brian Byers | 415.602.7915 brian@brianbyers.com | BrianByers.com

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$6,500,000 Ross

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$4,995,000 Tiburon

Artful Japanese Living | 5 BD | 6.5 BA

Hilltop Contemporary | 4 BD | 3 BA | 2 HALF BA

Newly Renovated | 4 BD | 6 BA

Timeless Paradise | 4 BD | 4.5 BA

$10,500,000 Tiburon

Private Estate Lot | 14.5± Acres

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$4,425,000 Belvedere

Above and Beyond | 4 BD | 3.5 BA

Bill Bullock 415.384.4000 CalBRE# 00837358

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Cliffside Contemporary | 4 BD | 4.5 BA

GLOBALESTATES.COM

$15,000,000

Equestrian Estate | 62+ ACRES | 3 BA | 2 HALF BA

Lydia Sarkissian 415.517.7720

CalBRE# 01159670

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This waterfront estate in San Rafael offers grand living on an unparalleled scale with 14,675± sq. ft. of interior space, and Bay views from nearly every room. Privately located near the end of Bay Way, a gated drive leads to a motor court and porte-cochere. The sprawling home is entered through a double-height foyer off the main gallery which runs the length of main level, featuring expansive living, dining and entertaining areas, a gourmet kitchen with butler’s pantry, breakfast room and sitting area, and two en suite guest rooms. A triple-height grand staircase leads to the upper level gallery, a large master suite with sitting area, lavish master bath and ample closets, and a separate guest’s quarters with private entrance, full bath, music room and office. The lower level is an entertainer’s paradise with a recreation/billiard room, lounge area, bedroom and 46-ft indoor pool. Originally built in 1986 by the publisher of the Marin Independent Journal, the estate has been meticulously updated to reflect the needs and aesthetics of today’s discerning buyers. A four-car garage, multiple terraces, artist’s studio and verdant, established gardens complete this rare waterfront estate.

Bill Bullock 415.384.4000 CalBRE# 00837358

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CalBRE# 01159670

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$1,900,000 411Wellesley.com

Julie Casady 415.246.3200

julie.casady@sir.com CalBRE# 01715679

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$1,800,000

Robert Craig 415.720.1053

robert.craig@sir.com CalBRE# 01258090

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Magical Setting on 1.49± Acres in Woodacre 4

BEDS

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Rick Trono

78PineAve.com

Broker Associate 415.515.1117 rick.trono@sothebysrealty.com LivingMarin.com CalBRE# 01045523

We are growing.

We would like to extend a warm welcome to the newest team members at our Greenbrae office!

DANIELLA A. DUMONDE

JAMIE NELSON LOCKETT

LOUISE GOULD

415.948.8885 ddumonde@paragon-re.com

415.350.8479 jlockett@paragon-re.com

415.827.1905 lgould@paragon-re.com

LIC# 01966586

LIC# 02016644

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300 DRAKES LANDING ROAD, SUITE 120

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We needed a place to unwind.

Paragon is with you as you move through life’s stages & places.

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PA R A G O N R E A L E S TAT E G R O U P

FEATURED MARIN LISTING 239½ CLEVELAND AVENUE | Mill Valley Offered at $2,000,000 | MarinMasterpiece.com

The homes composition of design, space, and views can put one in a Zen-like state, once through the front door. This one-of-a-kind architecture is what your friends will be drawn to; the functionality of the space is what you will appreciate. Each level offers rooftop gardens, Bay views, and ingenious design all just moments from San Francisco; your launching pad for all of Marin.

MATT HUGHES 415.515.2804

MHughes@paragon-re.com LIC# 01761944

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

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EAST COAST TRADITION MEETS CALIFORNIA LIVING | 44 CROOKED AVENUE, SAN ANSELMO | $2,650,000 | www.44CrookedAve.com Be prepared to fall in love with this new construction masterpiece: 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, an office, a media room and a charming guest cottage--all with custom details that make every room pop. Traditional East Coast style mixes with contemporary open floor plan living and expansive views of Mount Tamalpais to bring one lucky buyer everything on their wish list!

Lita Collins

415.515.5006 LitaCollins1@gmail.com | LitaCollins.com Cal BRE #01890947

W HER E E XCEL L ENCE LI V E S

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SAUSALITO • Sweeping views from nearly all rooms • Stunning natural undulating chert wall • 2-car garage w/ Tesla charging station • Honduran Mohagany & terrazzo floors • Views from master shower/steam & tub • 65-foot meranti hardwood deck • Art gallery & Library with decks • Radiant heat floors throughout • 18-foot luxury master dressing room • 1 bed, 1 bath guesthouse with views • 3 minutes to the Golden Gate Bridge • Wind-protected microclimate

61WolfbackRidge.com | $6,750,000

Mark Rushford WHERE EXCELLENCE LIVES

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415.290.2408 | MarkRushford.com CalBRE #01400112

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46 UPPER ROAD, ROSS | $6,995,000 | TimelessRossEstate.com This Julia Morgan inspired, 1904 craftsman-style 5BR/5.5BA home offers enticing and lavish outdoor living with expansive decks, pool and lush gardens.

Bill Johnson, Broker Associate 415.302.5690 Bill@GotHomes.com | GotHomes.com Cal BRE #00688853

2105 MAR EAST, TIBURON | $4,395,000 | 2105mareast.com Old world charm and craftsmanship combined with top-of-the-line modern amenities. 5BR/4.5BA with stunning views of Angel Island, SF Bay & City.

David and Camille Jampolsky

415.308.5126 david@jampolskyrealestate.com | jampolskyrealestate.com Cal BRE #00948289 | Cal BRE #01946785

Š2017 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated. Coldwell Banker, the Coldwell Banker Logo, Coldwell Banker Global Luxury and the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury logo are service marks are registered or pending registrations owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. CalBRE License #01908304. This information was supplied by Seller and/or other sources. Broker has not and will not verify this information and assumes no legal responsibility for its accuracy. Buyers should investigate these issues to their own satisfaction. If your property is listed with a real estate broker, please disregard this postcard; it is not our intention to solicit the offerings of other real estate brokers. Real Estate Licensees affiliated with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage are Independent Contractor Sales Associates and are not employees of NRT LLC., Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC or Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.

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Bradley Real Estate Your Community Real Estate Brokerage Since 1997 Choose the Best!

Winner of The Best Real Estate Company in Marin County 7 Years in a row.

Winner of Best Places to Work in the Bay Area 8 Years in a row.

Winner of The Best Company to do Business with in Marin County.

Recipient of the Coveted Spirit of Marin Award.

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Napa Valley Vineyard Estate Beautiful contemporary Napa Valley Estate home w/4 bedrooms, 4 full baths & 2 half-baths, sited on 9+ acres with 7.8± acres planted in Cabernet in the Oak Knoll AVA. Mountain views & surrounded by vineyards. Extensive gardens, entertainment areas, pool & spa, classic vineyard style & new quality construction. Winemaking options. 2000± sq.ft. building for potential hobby winery, all the comforts of country living with city water. www.NapaCabEstate.com

Offered At $5,888,000

Contemporary Tiburon View Home

Curtis Carruth (707) 363-0303

Country Club Estates Modern Farmhouse

This modern farmhouse inspired, nearly one-acre gated estate has been meticulously redesigned & expanded. Over 4,500± square feet including 5BR/6BA. The sprawling main house with centralized kitchen, Statueritto marble island & Thermador stainless appliances. Master suite includes a bounty of Italian marble in the master bath with a rain shower. Two view decks capture the picturesque expansive vistas of Mt. Tamalpais Paul and the bay. The detached guest studio with private entrance Cingolani also features a view deck! www.355MargaritaDrive.com (415) 726-9630

Offered At $3,595,000

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Contemporary, sunny, private & peaceful central Tiburon home with bay views. A spacious courtyard greets you with a built-in barbeque & plenty of room to dine & relax with family and friends in total privacy. The entry level is a large, open floor-plan with beautiful hardwood floors, a chef’s kitchen, a large dining area, a living room with a gas fireplace as well as a large area for relaxing conversation or quiet solitude.

5BR/3.5BA. www.10ShepherdWay.com

Offered At $3,995,000

Barbara Leicht (415) 608-5858

Beautiful Mediterranean Home in San Rafael

Stunning 6BR/3BA/2HA-BA, Mediterranean home with over 4,200± square feet of living space on a level, 1.1± acre lot in highly coveted Los Ranchitos. A formal entryway opens to the expansive living and dining room with gas fireplace.

Beyond is a large kitchen with adjoining family room. The main floor has one master suite, while one upstairs has a large walk-in closet. The lot is big enough for a pool, tennis court, barn and hobby vineyard. The three-car attached garage has a large, adjoining office.

Offered At $3,000,000

Robert Bradley (415) 314-1314

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Exceptional Value & Views in Tiburon

Thoroughly updated define this Norman Way Estates home.

Four large bedrooms; master suite with in-suite office, junior suite with a separate entrance, plus two additional bedrooms.

Large living room, family room have vaulted ceilings, plus casual & formal dining areas. Freshly painted, new finishes throughout, refinished floors, newer carpets plus numerous other updates. Lap pool and hot tub with views.

Offered At $2,375,000

Ralph McLaren (415) 717-5562

Gorgeous Kentfield Home Gorgeous five bedroom, three bath, three-car garage home in the Kentfield flats! Award winning school district, convenient yet, tranquil location with spectacular views of Marin’s Mt Tam. Prestigious & updated home with family room, formal dining area, eat in kitchen, laundry room & on a large, private lot and cul-de-sac location

Offered At $1,995,000

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Stunning Sausalito View Home

This unique, freshly painted, mid-century modern design home with 4BR/3.5BA, has bay & hill views. Located on a private cul-de-sac, this 2,378± square foot home was rebuilt in 2012 with extensive use of green sensitive building materials.

Featuring newer appliances, a hi-end water filtration system, skylights & expansive wrap-around decking. Separate guest/ au pair suite addition with deck & additional bonus room with one-half bath. Just minutes to the Golden Gate Bridge.

Offered At $2,199,000

Glenn Roberts (415) 516-5782

An Entertainer’s Delight in Petaluma

Myra Drotman (415) 601-5445

An Entertainer’s Delight! Lovely well-kept Spanish Mediterranean style home. Private front patio. Upgraded kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and tile flooring. Formal dining room Recessed lighting, crown molding, hardwood flooring. Family room with builtins and fireplace opens to a manicured backyard with pool.

Offered At $784,000

Kathleen Seibel (707) 484-9280

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Looking Back

DATED 1942

A president’s not-so-secret secret mission included visits to Novato’s Hamilton Army Airfield and downtown San Rafael. BY JIM WOOD

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ETW EEN SEPTEMBER 17 and October 1 of 1942, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt was on a “secret” tour of U.S. defense plants. World War II was well underway and, for his protection, FDR left Washington, D.C., via a special train and under a press blackout. By September 24, after visiting a Chrysler tank plant in Michigan, observing army exercises in the state of Washington and launching a naval ship in Portland, as part of his Northern California tour FDR inspected Hamilton Army Airfield outside Novato. All with the understanding that nothing could be published about the journey until the president was safely back at the White House. However, after leaving Hamilton Army Airfield en route to the army’s port of embarkation in San Francisco, the presidential caravan passed through San Rafael, and that’s when former Marin County Free Library director Virginia Keating took this rare

photo of FDR in his limousine. Recently, Washington, D.C.–based historian Brody Levesque, author of The Sunshine Special—FDR’s 1939 Lincoln Series K Presidential Limousine, personally identified the vehicle in Keating’s photo as the one that often accompanied President Roosevelt. The limo traveled via a custom-built railcar. But if FDR’s journey was hush-hush, as all accounts say it was, how did Keating, along with others seen lining San Rafael’s streets, know that America’s 32nd president would soon be passing their way? “I think it may have been because throughout the 1940s, the Marin County Free Library was headquartered at 1111 Grand Avenue in downtown San Rafael,” says Laurie Thompson, librarian at the Anne T. Kent California Room at the Marin County Civic Center. “And because the county librarian is a county employee, she was privy to information that would impact her surroundings, which indeed a presidential visit would.” m

COURTESY OF ANNE T. KENT CALIFORNIA ROOM, MARIN COUNTY FREE LIBRARY

FDR in San Rafael

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