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From Russia with Beer RUSSIAN RIVER BREWERY IS A NORTH BAY FAVORITE. HOW GOOD IS BEER IN THEIR NAMESAKE COUNTRY? P8

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Millions of energetic and inspired people from all over the world have begun demonstrating and protesting for the end to global warming and the pollution of our planet. These are spontaneous and totally authentic protests by intelligent, well-informed and dedicated people, and represent the will of the whole human race to end the destruction of our beautiful planet from the reckless and irresponsible use of fossil fuels. There can no longer be any excuse for those who continue to deny the reality of global warming and its causes. The increasing rise of the world’s temperatures, the frightening outbreaks of devastating wildfires all over the world and the increasing force and outbreaks of hurricanes all make it crystal clear that ending global warming is an absolute necessity for humanity to survive. Although the world shouldn’t have waited this long to begin this fight for our continued existence, it is a pure joy to see the human race finally waking up and saying yes to life, yes to ourselves and yes to our beautiful home, this Earth! Rama Kumar Fairfax

Dog Abuse

I live on the streets since an unexpected medical condition left me unable to drive. The car I lived in was wrecked, and I lost my delivery job. I still work, and I can tell you that being homeless is not the easy life it’s cracked up to be. Many of us seek solace and/or need companionship, and so many unconscionable street people own or bring their dogs along for the journey. This is wrong. Dead wrong. Just what is going on in their heads I cannot say, but really, how and why is this legal? San Rafael Mayor Gary Phillips gave a typical politician’s half-assed, non-answer when I asked him why it’s allowed. Something about human rights. Yeah, considering we cannot legally sleep in parks during the day, I don’t buy that. Please support some legislation to stop this wicked, insidious example of legal animal abuse. Tony Good San Rafael

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In 1958, Ocean View Avenue in Monterey was renamed in honor of local resident, author John Steinbeck, to what?

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The small bouquet of flowers women sometimes wear on their shoulder or wrist is known as a what?

According to legend, the city of Rome was founded around 750 B.C. by what twin brothers?

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The Abraham Lincoln National Historic Birthplace is situated on Lincoln Farm Road in Hodgenville, in what state?

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This non-American singer, actor, dancer hosted the 2009 Academy Awards presentation, and in 2013 was nominated for the Best Actor Oscar for Les Misérables. Who is he?

The signs on California highways have what color letters on what color background?

In the 2016 presidential election, Donald Trump won how many of the 50 states?

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Name these words that include the letters “NFL”—for example, “Fill with air” is to “iNFLate.”

a. Catch on fire b. Contagious viral infection c. Major disagreement d. Large flying insect

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Heroes &Zeroes By Nikki Silverstein

Let’s forgo the Hero this week to discuss a huge Zero that affects landline phone users. Though less than half of America’s households still use a landline, that minority (including me) suffers from numerous unwanted and fraudulent calls on a daily basis. Recently, the culprits placing the calls developed a devious technique to coax us to answer. Our caller ID displays a local phone number with an exchange identical to our landline, making it look like a call from a neighbor. When we pick up, we hear dead air, a hyperfriendly recorded voice from a bogus travel service or a live person purportedly from Microsoft informing us that our computer went on the fritz. Sometimes three calls in a row come in, whether we answer any or not. An annoying robocall arrives every evening around 8pm, just in time to catch us with dish soap on our hands. While these calls are inconvenient and invasive, folks in Sausalito, Tam Valley and Belvedere have an even bigger grievance. Last week, a duct-cleaning scammer rang after midnight. (It’s upsetting to receive a call in the wee hours, because it’s usually a drunk ex or bad news on the other end.) For the record, these calls are illegal for a variety of reasons, but even charlatans seem to respect the Federal Trade Commission regulation that prohibits calls before 8am or after 9pm. How do we stop these irritating calls? Register your number on the federal Do Not Call list by visiting its website or calling 1.888.382.1222 from your landline. That should help weed out legitimate solicitors. To avoid a good percentage of illegal calls, try Nomorobo, a service that blocks telemarketers and robocalls free of charge for digital landlines, such as Comcast or AT&T wireless. (Unfortunately, it won’t work with the traditional AT&T service that I use.) For the scammers that make it through—and they will—the FTC advises us not to answer. Got a problem? Write Amy Alkon at 171 Pier Ave. #280, Santa Monica, CA 90405, or email adviceamy@aol.com. @ amyalkon on Twitter. Weekly radio show, blogtalkradio.com/amyalkon.

Upfront The Petaluma River Craft Beer Festival showcased 22 breweries.

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Hazy beers are still big, but here come the bruts By Rem O’Donnelley

ven though the weather was clear and sunny last Saturday at the Petaluma River Craft Beer Festival, things seemed hazy. The event had 22 breweries pouring their beers and several brought hazystyle IPAs. Hazy IPAs, also known as New England IPAs, are straw- to deep gold-colored. The IPAs have a low to moderate level of bitterness and are

known for the flavor and fruitiness imparted by the hops. IPAs can be made hazy by adding hops after brewing or by adding just enough yeast before a beer appears murky. Some hazy IPAs may even appear opaque like orange juice. Volunteer Ken Weaver handles the event’s social media and public relations. He mentioned the popularity of hazy IPAs. This is the

first year that the Great American Beer Festival competition, taking place this week in Denver, will have a hazy IPA category. “Hazy IPA saturation is pretty high throughout the country right now,” Weaver says. “In the Bay Area, we’re also seeing the inevitable pendulum swing back to IPAs that are drier.” But brut IPAs, he says, are on the rise. These beers use an enzyme to

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About 1,500 craft-brew fans showed up in Petaluma.

NEW S B R I E F Novato Delays UGB Vote The Novato planning commission on Monday delayed a decision supported by city leaders that critics say would have jeopardized the city’s urban growth boundary (UGB) ordinance re-enacted last year. The commission was set to vote on a development proposal which would see a new luxury home built on a vacant lot in the rural Black Point part of town—a tract that is beyond city limits and the urban growth boundary. The planning commission was encouraged to adopt the resolution to extend the UGB to encompass the proposed building site by Novato community development director Robert Brown and city attorney Jeff Walter. The lot is currently undevelopable given that there are no sewer or septic systems in place—and not enough space to accommodate them. The owner, Victoria Granucci, proposed to build a sewer system in the StoneTree Golf Course, which is inside the UGB line. That proposal was first made in 2005, before Granucci bought the property, and consisted of an “easement in the golf course property which allowed the installation of leach fields to service a septic system built on the property,” according to city documents related to the years-in-the-making proposal. “Lacking access to the adjacent golf course property for a leach field, the

Granucci parcel is not developable,” the city averred as it downplayed any potential for sprawl to break out because of the Granucci build-out: “Granting of the UGB extension would allow only one single-family dwelling (and possible accessory dwelling unit) since, under county zoning regulations, the parcel cannot be further subdivided and is not zoned for or of sufficient size to allow multiple dwellings.” The Greenbelt Alliance fears a development exemption for this parcel could lead to “more houses and developments outside the UGB, leading to more sprawl and congestion,” according to Teri Shore, North Bay regional director at the alliance. The contentious proposal hit a wall Monday night as the planning commission voted to push off a decision until Oct. 15—despite a 142-page staff report in support of the proposal. “Greenbelt Alliance has many questions and concerns,” says Shore, “including that this exemption to the UGB could set a precedent, as it would be the first time that the clear line between the city of Novato and the Black Point community would be blurred. Given that the UGB boundary is voter-approved, a significant change like this should at least go to the voters.” In 2017, voters in Novato overwhelmingly agreed to extend the original 1997 UGB ordinance for another 20 years—73 percent of Novato citizens signaled ongoing support for the boundary, which is designed to prevent sprawl.—Tom Gogola

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ferment through residual sugars and ideally give them a bit of a Champagne-like feel. “They’re sort of a reaction against all of the hazy stuff that’s been taking over Instagram and everything else.” Sebastopol’s Crooked Goat Brewing, Marin Brewing Company in Larkspur and a few others served bruts at the Petaluma River Craft Festival. Plenty of hazy IPAs were on tap as well, including beers from Bear Republic Brewing Company in Sebastopol, Cotati’s Grav South Brew Co. and Laughing Monk Brewing in San Francisco. Friends Mike Riboli and James Mentch of Petaluma attended the beer fest and they lean toward IPAs. “If somebody is putting out a hazy, I’m going to try it and see how they’re doing it,” Riboli says. “This winter, I’ll probably be drinking stouts, but for now [hazy IPAs are] kind of my go-to thing. I’m hopping on the bandwagon.” Aaron Foster from Bear Republic acknowledges the haze craze. “The hazy thing just kind of came in,” he says. “It’s still to be seen where it’s going to go, but we like to stick to our traditional West Coast roots, even with our new hazy [Thru the Haze].” “Sours have always been popular with us,” says Riboli’s co-worker Dustin Wallace. “People have always loved our sours, and people are going to love our new Sonoma Tart.” Crooked Goat Brewing’s assistant brewer Rich Jeter has noticed the popularity of bruts. “I feel like I’ve seen almost every brewery around us is doing that,” he says. “We actually have two bruts on tap right now. I don’t think it’s going to be as big as the hazies, but everyone is just putting it out there and trying their hand with it.” The beer fest is run by volunteers, as well as the Petaluma Valley Rotary Club and the Petaluma Chamber of Commerce. The two groups split the proceeds for use in community projects, such as constructing paths along the Petaluma River and putting in a park at nearby C Street. This year’s totals aren’t in yet, but last year organizers raised $40,000. The event will be back next year, and Weaver can’t wait. “I am so pumped to be at this festival,” he says. “This is my favorite fest of the year.” Y

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While American beer is generally superior to Russian brews, there are a few worth seeking out.

From Russia with Beer A suds tourist gets tanked in Moscow By Thomas Broderick

round 1800, the Russian czar realized the obvious when it came to Russian America (now Alaska): it’s impossible to grow food there. To solve this problem, the Russia-America Company sailed south in search of fertile soil and a temperate climate. What would become Washington and Oregon were too cold and wet, but the Russians stopped to plant flags there just in case. Then, in 1809 or so, RussiaAmerica Company official Ivan Kuskov explored a river no European had ever traversed. Venturing inland, Kuskov discovered just what Russian America needed. In 1812 he founded Fort Ross, and for the next 30 years, the Russian Empire extended from

the gates of Warsaw to the virgin wilderness that would one day become Santa Rosa. Today we call the river Kuskov navigated the Russian River, and in Santa Rosa, the Russian River Brewing Company produces some of the world’s finest beer. As a history nerd and beer lover, I wondered about the beer in Russia. Was RRBC living up to the beer produced by its namesake country, or were Russian craft brewers playing catch-up with the West? To find answers, on May Day I flew to Moscow with one goal in mind: to drink copious amounts of beer. The trip was a success, and I am now ready to present the results of my painstaking, inebriated research. What follows are seven Russian beers, one for each day of my trip abroad.

Thursday, May 3 Beer: IPA v.2 Brewery: Wolf’s Brewery ABV: 5.9 percent On my first full day in the Russian capital, I explored GUM, the famed shopping mall just off Red Square. On the first floor, I browsed the aisles of Russia’s most luxurious grocery store, Gastronom No. 1. With bottled beers left and right, I faced a hoppy dilemma. I purchased Wolf ’s Brewery IPA v.2, the first of three IPAs I would drink during my trip. That afternoon, the beer chilled in my hotel room’s minifridge as I continued my adventure throughout the city. The beer was Siberia-cold when I returned late that evening after

witnessing the Victory Day parade practice. And before you ask, of course I took a selfie in front of an SS-29 mobile ICBM missile launcher. Popping the top (my hotel room had a bottle opener bolted to the wall above the bathroom sink—did Putin know I was coming?), I sat back and indulged in the great American tradition of drinking while watching Netflix—but in a foreign country. The beer was a pleasantly bitter IPA, but a little light on the tongue. Not much going on with the flavor. I wondered how far the beer had evolved since v.1. The new version had to be better, right? Overall, it was a standard but inoffensive IPA, an excellent way to end a long, enjoyable day. Verdict: Pliny Lite, not coming soon to a brewpub near you.

Friday, May 4 Brewery: Jaws Brewery ABV: 7 percent I battled jet lag during my second full day in Moscow. After waking up from an afternoon nap, I set off for the Museum of the Great Patriotic War. Within the immense museum are many solemn exhibits detailing the Soviet Union’s role in defeating Nazi Germany: a gallery of books containing the names of the 25 million Soviet war dead, an impeccably detailed, life-size recreation of the Battle of Berlin and multiple murals that capture the horror of war from the perspective of soldiers and civilians alike. By the time I left the museum, I needed a beer and some traditional Russian cuisine. On the menu that night were pelmeni (the best Russian food to pair with beer!) at Lepim I Varim. A waitress wearing a T-shirt that proclaimed “Make Pelmeni Great Again!” rang up my order. The fresh, piping-hot lamb and cilantro-stuffed dumplings arrived at my table less than five minutes later. Accompanying this excellent meal was an American Style IPA courtesy of Jaws Brewery. The beer caught my eye for the psychedelic design on the bottle. As you’ll see again with the next beer, I’m a sucker for flashy labels. Unfortunately, the beer did not live up to its counter-culture advertising. Again, there just wasn’t a lot going on with the taste. Light on the bitterness, not much mouthfeel, not much anything. But it was a good beer to pair with pelmeni, as the flavor, what there was of it, didn’t overpower the dumplings. The only surprise was that the taste didn’t suggest anything near 7 percent ABV. However, I didn’t doubt that fact an hour later when I nearly dozed off during the metro ride back to my hotel. Jet lag and alcohol made for a sleepy combination. Verdict: The beer is a square in hippie’s clothing. Also, I’m a lightweight.

Saturday, May 5 Beer: Rizhaya Sonya Ginger IPA Brewery: One Ton Brewery ABV: 6.2 percent It took three days, but I finally visited the real Russia on Saturday morning when I traveled to the Central Air Force Museum in Monino. During

Verdict: Sorry, fellas, but she’s not a natural redhead.

Sunday, May 6 Beer: Unfiltered Lager Brewery: Sibirskaya ABV: 5 percent Do you enjoy the kitsch of a ’90s Applebee’s, the nostalgia of a ’50s diner and the Soviet Union? If so, then Varenichnaya No. 1 is the restaurant for you! The chain appeals to Russian adults who grew up in the late ’70s-early ’80s and now pine for the era’s simple comfort food. Surrounded by knick-knacks that included an old Soviet radio and television, I ordered a Sibirskaya (Siberian Crown) unfiltered lager and two pastry shells stuffed with minced lamb. Sibirskaya has an interesting American connection. A couple of years ago, some company reps pulled up to actor David Duchovny’s house in a dumptruck full of rubles and convinced him to star in a two-minute commercial where he extols the virtues of being Russian. To its credit, the ad boasts the highest production value of any Russian propaganda since the end of the Cold War. But like life in the Soviet Union

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the hour-and-a-half commuter train ride, local entrepreneurs walked between train cars, hawking everything from knives to umbrellas. Just take a moment to imagine what would happen if a guy started waving around a knife on a SMART train. Arriving in Monino, I walked a mile among crumbling apartment blocks before reaching one of the largest outdoor aviation museums in the world. I giddily snapped pictures of MiGs, Ilyushins and Tupolevs. It was a blast getting to see all those Cold War– era fighter jets and passenger planes, but by the time I returned to Moscow around 2pm I was hungry and, more importantly, thirsty for beer. Rizhaya Sonya Ginger IPA’s label depicts a grinning ginger lass brandishing a Medieval mace wrapped around a bazooka. Like the old warplanes I had seen that morning, it has an industrial vibe, so I had a bottle with lunch. The beer was an acceptable complement to the food, but didn’t deliver on the promise of ginger. It was there, but only slightly, as if the brewer had thrown a single hand of ginger into the tank at the last minute. Honestly, the beer would have been better without it.

Sibirskaya is a Blue Moon imposter!

under Brezhnev, the beer was stagnant. The lager’s only redeeming quality was that it cut the taste of my meal—the pastry shells exploded with grease the moment I cut into them. Verdict: David, you fool! You sold your soul for some ersatz Blue Moon!

Monday, May 7 Beer: Red Whale Amber Ale Brewery: Landau Beerlab ABV: 5.5 percent The Tretyakov Gallery contains one of the most stunning paintings you’ll ever see. Ilya Repin’s Ivan the Terrible and His Son Ivan on November 16, 1581 depicts the crazed czar just moments after he struck his heir on the head with a gold scepter. His eyes haunted and devastated, Ivan futilely attempts to stop the flow of blood from his adult son’s left temple. Blood stains the ornate carpet beneath the two men. I felt compelled to imbibe an amber ale. Just down the street from the Tretyakov was Miles, a chill cafe that serves beer, burgers and coffee. While sitting on a couch on the upper floor, I sipped a Landau Beerlab Red

Whale Amber Ale. The name was a mouthful, and so was the beer. The initial taste was light and fruity, but after swallowing, it left a denser flavor, a pleasant spiciness that lingered on my tongue. It was my first beer in Russia that I savored to the last drop. Verdict: Russia’s secret weapon to close the beer gap.

Tuesday, May 8 Beer: Black Currant and Raspberry Berliner Weisse Brewery: Bakunin ABV: 4.5 percent If I was going to write an article about Russian beer, I had to consult with an expert in the field. On Tuesday night I took part in a bar-hopping escapade organized by a local tour company. My guide for the evening was Anna, part-time tour guide, English tutor and, interestingly enough, former confectioner. The other members of the tour were a pair of Austrian nurses taking a break from their jobs and small-town life. The three bars we visited that evening were packed with Russian men and women who didn’t care if they had a hangover »10

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in the morning. The next day was a national holiday: Victory Day. Between bites of salted fish, pickled fish and fried cheese, I sampled many unique beers that adequately represented the malty to bitter spectrum. However, the black currant and raspberry Berliner Weisse was the most memorable of the bunch. It poured dark purple and smelled of crushed berries. The taste was slightly sour, but not so much as the Russian River Brewing Company’s sour ale. It was a solid B+ beer. The only downside was that its flavor would overpower anything you might want to eat alongside it—a problem, as Russians always snack when they drink. Verdict: Following in the footsteps of the real-life Mikhail Bakunin, this fruity beer wages anarchy on bourgeoisie flavors.

Wednesday, May 9 Beer: Boro-da Lager Premium Brewery: Daka Brewery ABV: 7 percent To quote George Bluth from Arrested Development, “There’s a good chance I may have committed some light treason” when I wore the Ribbon of St. George during the Victory Day festivities on May 9. To patriotic Russians, Victory Day is like the Fourth of July, the Super Bowl, Thanksgiving and St. Patrick’s Day all rolled into one. Who says you can’t pay your respects to the past while simultaneously eating, drinking and partying yourself into utter oblivion?

In the morning I witnessed a military flyover near the Kremlin that climaxed with fighter jets streaming the colors of the Russian flag over the city center. “Not bad, Putin,” I thought before navigating the crowd of revelers in the fashionable Tverskoy District, home to the Bolshoi Theatre and hundreds of high-end shops. Bands played on every street corner, and most cafes and bars were full to the brim with Russian tourists making the most of their day off. After finding a bar with an empty seat, I ordered a Boro-da Premium Lager. From appearances alone, it looked like a refreshing, malty beer, and for the most part, it was. Taking my first sip, though, I had to do a double take. I half-expected to find a handful of Werther’s Originals floating in my glass. To put it another way, if Starbucks ever plans to release a sugary-sweet Frappuccino beer, they know which brewery to consult. Verdict: “I got a Frap Pliny for Vlad ready at the bar!” A specter is haunting Russia—a specter of hops. IPAs are everywhere, and most rank as “good enough.” Russia’s best beers are those that brewers have imbued with traditional Russian flavors. My fellow beer comrades, if you should find yourself in Moscow, St. Petersburg or somewhere in the provinces, seek out these unique beers over the IPAs and watery, imitation lagers. And whatever you do, avoid Sibirskaya like the pestilence it is. Nazdarovya! Y

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Adventure Time The nonprofit organization Lifeschool empowers teens from all backgrounds through outdoor adventures that combine education and community building. This week, the school gets a boost from the community with the fundraising Adventure Film Festival, showcasing several short films that highlight the kind of world-traveling escapades Lifeschool engages in. With films about a young man biking across the frozen Yukon tundra and a paraplegic who sets out to climb El Capitan in Yosemite, this fest celebrates 20 years of Lifeschool’s work on Friday, Sept. 21, at the Mystic Theatre & Music Hall, 23 Petaluma Blvd. N., Petaluma. 7:30pm. $20. 707.775.6048.

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On the Porch Originally conceived in Ithaca, New York over a decade ago, the national phenomenon known as the Porchfest is finally coming to Marin with the inaugural San Rafael Porchfest this weekend. Over 40 bands and musicians are teaming up with local residents to perform on 20 porches throughout the Gerstle Park neighborhood, with genres ranging from folk, Americana, soul, Gypsy jazz, blues, Latino, funk and more. Food trucks and a main stage at Gerstle Park anchor the six blocks of music happening Saturday, Sept. 23, around San Rafael Avenue, San Rafael. Noon to 5pm. Free. sanrafaelporchfest.com.

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Breaking Down Walls To say that artist Zio Ziegler’s work is bold would be an understatement. Moving between seemingly disparate artistic styles such as abstract expressionism, cubism and graffiti, Ziegler’s energy and intensity balances chaos with fluidity, whether it’s in paintings, sculpture or large-scale murals. See for yourself when Ziegler’s new solo exhibition, ‘The Fourth Wall,’ opens this weekend at MarinMOCA with a reception that includes live music on the lawn by progressive bluegrass string ensemble the Good Bad, food trucks, entrées by Beso Bistro and beer from local breweries. Saturday, Sept. 22, at MarinMOCA, 500 Palm Drive, Novato. 5pm to 8pm. Free. 415.506.0137.

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The Good Life A faculty member at New York University and an expert in sustainable development, William Powers does things that others only dream of. He’s lived off the grid in rural North Carolina, occupied a micro-apartment in New York City and recently built an adobe hut and organic orchard in Bolivia. That last experiment is the subject of his new book, Dispatches from the Sweet Life: One Family, Five Acres and a Community's Quest to Reinvent the World. Powers shares his sustainable mission when he appears for a reading on Sunday, Sept. 23, at Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera, 1pm. Free. 415.927.0960. —Charlie Swanson

Mezzo-soprano Silvie Jensen performs at Osher Marin JCC’s ‘Music & Morsels’ on Friday, Sept. 21, in San Rafael. See Clubs & Venues, p29.

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Anthems in the Sun Sweetwater Music Hall hosts new outdoor festival By Charlie Swanson

rateful Dead co-founder and Sweetwater Music Hall co-owner Bob Weir tops a great lineup of players who are transporting the famed Mill Valley venue’s party atmosphere to the great outdoors for the inaugural Sweetwater in the Sun music festival Sept. 23 at Stafford Lake Park in Novato. The family-friendly event marks a new venture for the venue, which has entertained Marin County music lovers in one form or another since the original Sweetwater opened in Mill Valley in 1972. “It goes back to the roots, the original hole in the wall that has a legendary history,” says Sweetwater Music Hall general manager and talent buyer Aaron Kayce. The original Sweetwater was little more than a storefront in downtown Mill Valley, though it gained a reputation for being a lightning rod for live music. “Back then, it was the cornerstone of the community, and in my opinion it is what the Marin music scene grew out of,” Kayce says. After the original Sweetwater closed doors in 2007, a group of investors, including Weir, opened the current music hall a few blocks away, and the legacy continues with headlining acts and North Bay favorites taking the stage nearly every night of the year. “They believed the Sweetwater was the backbone of the Marin arts and music scene,” Kayce says. “They built a beautiful venue, and we try to create a special vibe there.” The notion of extending those vibes to a larger audience has been a goal for Kayce and Sweetwater office manager Madison Flach for several years. “We can only sell 300 tickets to a show at the Sweetwater, and we wanted to do something bigger,” says Kayce, who has stacked Sweetwater in the Sun with an array of musical talent. Joining Weir onstage at the festival’s headlining jam session will be several longtime North Bay stars

Bob Weir and special friends take a historic Marin music venue into the fresh air.

like guitarist Steve Kimock (Zero), drummer Jay Lane and bassist Robin Sylvester (RatDog) and other surprise guests. The festival also boasts sets from the Skiffle Players with Neal Casal and Cass McCombs, Jennifer Hartswick Band, Maggie Rose, Jerry Joseph and several others, as well as a kids’ stage, family activities, food from Sweetwater chef Gordon Drysdale and more.

“We really want to foster a familyfriendly event,” Kayce says. “We’re excited to showcase what we do inside our venue and throw a really fun party out in the sun.” Sweetwater in the Sun rises on Sunday, Sept. 23, at Stafford Lake Park, 3549 Novato Blvd., Novato. Noon to 7pm. $85–$120; kids 12 and under, $35. 415.388.3850.

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Trumpster Fire Michael Moore takes on Trump—and Democrats By Richard von Busack

ichael Moore’s scattershot documentary Fahrenheit 11/9 is shrewd, effective, state-ofemergency work—a furious reply to the event of Nov. 9, 2016, and the way, in Moore’s view, the Democrats allowed it to happen. Much of Fahrenheit 11/9’s look at Trump’s America concentrates on Moore’s hometown of Flint, Mich., as a vision of the future of urban America. There, thousands have been poisoned by the town’s water. Michigan has 20 percent of the world’s freshwater supply, through the Great Lakes, and yet citizens were forced by a Republicanappointed emergency manager to drink the filthy, foaming Flint River.

Moore got cred as an oracle for correctly guessing that his fellow citizens from Michigan were going to vote for Trump. These last two years have been as politically frightening as any in our history, but the paranoia in the film is sometimes out of control. An example is when Moore dubs Trump speeches over footage of Hitler, because the body language of all demagogues is the same. It’s fun, but it’s not fair. Moore quotes the late Susan Sontag saying, “We’re only one 9-11 away from losing our democracy.” This is inarguable. However, the links between the Weimar Republic and Trumpland aren’t that strong. Unlike 1920s Germany, we didn’t just lose

a massive war with 7.1 million casualties, we’re not bringing shopping baskets of worthless currency to the supermarket, and Stalin isn’t looming over us, scaring the moneyed class into bed with dictators. Then again, I never thought Trump would win, either. Fahrenheit 11/9 is a buffet movie: you take some and leave the rest. Moments throughout justify it handsomely, such as the interview with the unnamed female vet who says she had better access to water back in Iraq than she does in Flint. Also encouraging is a series of truly populist congressional candidates, including New York’s Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Michigan’s Rashida Tlaib, and West Virginia’s Richard Ojeda, a pugnacious double-Bronze Star–winning hero. This kind of energy is worth cheering over, rather than meeting the Trump catastrophe with loathing, laughter or utter despair. ‘Fahrenheit 11/9’ opens in wide release on Friday, Sept. 21.

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• New Movies This Week By Matthew Stafford

Friday, September 21–Thursday, September 27 Alpha (1:37) A young Ice Age–era hunter befriends and tames a lone wolf, kicking off several millennia of boy-and-his-dog stories. An American in Paris: The Musical (2:20) Direct from London’s West End it’s the Tony-winning stage production of the beloved Gene Kelly movie musical; the Gershwin boys provide the tunes. Assassination Nation (1:35) Twenty-firstcentury horror flick in which bloody Salem witch trial–esque retribution is exacted through texts, posts and selfies. Bad Reputation (1:32) Documentary tribute to punk-rock superstar Joan Jett features insights from Iggy Pop, Debbie Harry, Pete Townshend and others, plus lots of raucous concert footage. BlacKkKlansman (2:15) Rollicking Spike Lee comedy tells the true story of a black Colorado cop who infiltrated the local chapter of the KKK; Topher Grace co-stars as David Duke. The Bookshop (1:53) Award-winning tale of a free-spirited widow who opens a bookstore in a coastal English village; Emily Mortimer stars The Cakemaker (1:45) Acclaimed drama about the complex relationship between an Israeli widow and the German baker still yearning for her dead husband. Crazy Rich Asians (2:00) A provincial New Yorker heads to Shanghai with her boyfriend only to discover that the guy’s one of China’s wealthiest and most eligible bachelors. Dog Days (1:52) Ensemble comedy about the dovetailing lives of assorted canines and their owners. Eighth Grade (1:34) Coming-of-age comedy focuses on a supposedly unremarkable 13-year-old girl as she navigates the fraught final week of middle school. Fahrenheit 11/9 (1:13) Rambunctious Michael Moore documentary about the absolutely imperative necessity to get politically involved and the strange new world we awoke to on Nov. 9, 2016. Filmworker (1:34) Acclaimed documentary about Leon Vitali, a rising star of ’70s cinema who gave it all up to become Stanley Kubrick’s indispensable, obsessive and largely unsung right-hand man. Hell Fest (1:29) A group of clueless teens are terrorized by a serial killer at a horrorthemed amusement park. John and Yoko’s Imagine (1:22) Remixed and remastered edition of the 1972 “cinema collage” features the iconic couple in a mystic mashup of documentary, fantasy and music. Juliet, Naked (1:38) The Nick Hornby novel hits the big screen with Ethan Hawke as a reclusive rocker, Chris O’Dowd as his No. 1 fan and Rose Byrne as his longsuffering girlfriend. Laurel and Hardy Shorts (1:25) Catch Stan and Ollie in four newly restored mini-masterpieces: Berth Marks, Brats, The Chimp and the legendary, long-lost Battle of the Century. Life Itself (1:57) Rambling look at a young couple’s courtship and marriage stars Oscar Isaac, Olivia Wilde, Annette Bening and a host of others.

Lizzie (1:45) Chloë Sevigny stars as legendary axe murderer Lizzie Borden in a modernist retelling of the 19th-century true-crime corset-buster. Love, Gilda (1:26) Documentary explores the life and work of Gilda Radner through clips from her Saturday Night Live heyday, interviews with old cronies like Chevy Chase and Laraine Newman, and narration by the late Gilda herself. Manhattan Short Film Festival (1:30) You’re invited to watch nine unique short subjects and vote for your favorite. Finalists will be eligible for next year’s Oscars! McQueen (1:51) Striking documentary portrait of Alexander McQueen, the tortured, controversial fashion designer who took his own life at age 40. National Theatre London: King Lear (3:40) Ian McKellen delivers an acclaimed performance as the aging, deluded monarch in Chichester Festival Theatre’s contemporary retelling of the Bard’s timeless tragedy. Night School (1:51) Comedy stars Kevin Hart as the leader of a group of misfits who take adult ed classes in pursuit of a passing GED. The Nun (1:36) Two Vatican agents take on an evil force inhabiting a cloistered abbey in ever-spooky Romania. Operation Finale (1:49) Historical thriller about the Israeli Secret Service plot to abduct Adolf Eichmann from Argentina to stand trial for Nazi war crimes; Ben Kingsley stars. Peppermint (2:00) Death Wish redux as Jennifer Garner transforms herself into a lean, mean vigilante machine to avenge the murders of her husband and daughter. Pick of the Litter (1:21) Inspiring documentary follows a litter of puppies on their two-year odyssey to become guide dogs for the blind. The Predator (1:41) Those intergalactic bounty hunters are back, bigger, badder and more genetically enhanced than ever; thank goodness there’s a ragtag group of Earthlings to take them on! Saving Brinton (1:27) Documentary focuses on Iowa film collector Mike Zahs and his amazing stash of 1890s celluloid, including two long-lost Georges Méliès masterpieces. Searching (1:41) Twenty-first century century thriller stars John Cho as a distraught dad who tries to track down his missing daughter through the cookiecrumb clues on her laptop. A Simple Favor (1:56) Twisty postmodern noir stars Anna Kendrick as a suburban mom searching for her mysteriously missing BFF (Blake Lively). Smallfoot (1:36) Cartoon comedy about a Yeti community’s astonishment at the discovery of a tiny-toed human being. White Boy Rick (1:51) True story of a Detroit police snitch-cum-drug dealer who was abandoned by the system to a life in prison. The Wife (1:40) An old married couple look back on their eventful life as they travel to Stockholm to pick up hubby’s Nobel Prize; Glenn Close and Jonathan Pryce star.

• Alpha (PG-13) An American in Paris: The Musical (NR) Assassination Nation (R) • Bad Reputation (NR) BlacKkKlansman (R)

Northgate: Fri-Wed 12:10, 2:35, 5:15, 7:55, 10:20 Lark: Sat-Sun 1 Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:30, 2:10, 4:45, 7:20 Rafael: Wed 7 Fairfax: Fri-Sat 12:40, 3:40, 7, 9:50; Sun-Wed 12:40, 3:40, 7 Regency: Fri-Sat 12:30, 3:40, 6:50, 9:50; Sun, Wed 6:50; MonTue 12:30, 3:40, 6:50; Thu 12:30, 3:40 Sequoia: Fri 3:50, 6:50, 9:50; Sat 12:50, 3:50, 6:50, 9:50; Sun 12:50, 3:50, 6:50; MonWed 4, 6:50; Thu 4 The Bookshop (PG) Rafael: Fri, Tue 8:15; Sat-Sun 1:15, 8:15; Wed-Thu 8:30 The Cakemaker (NR) Lark: Fri 12:15; Sat 6:20; Sun 10:15; Mon 6:40; Tue 1:40; Wed 9 Christopher Robin (PG) Northgate: Fri-Wed 12, 2:40, 5:20 Crazy Rich Asians (PG-13) Fairfax: Fri-Sat 1, 4, 7, 9:50; Sun-Wed 1, 4, 7 Northgate: Fri-Wed 1:15, 4:15, 7:25, 10:15 Sequoia: Fri 4:20, 7:20, 10:05; Sat 1:20, 4:20, 7:20, 10:05; Sun 1:20, 4:20, 7:20; Mon-Wed 4:20, 7:20; Thu 4:20 Lark: Fri 2:30; Mon 4:15; Thu 10:30 • Dog Days (PG) Eighth Grade (R) Lark: Sun 6:20; Mon 10:15; Tue 4 Fahrenheit 11/9 (R) Fairfax: Fri-Sat 12:20, 3:30, 6:50, 9:55; Sun-Wed 12:20, 3:30, 6:50 Regency: Fri-Sat 10:50, 1:40, 4:30, 7:20, 10:10; Sun-Thu 10:50, 1:40, 4:30, 7:20 Lark: Sun 8:30; Wed 2:15 • Filmworker (NR) Northgate: Thu 7, 9:20 • Hell Fest (R) The House With a Clock in Its Walls (PG) Fairfax: Fri-Sat 12:50, 3:30, 6:30, 9:20; Sun-Wed 12:50, 3:30, 6:30 Larkspur Landing: Fri, Mon-Wed 7:15, 9:45; Sat-Sun 11:15, 1:40, 4:10, 6:45, 9:15 Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:20, 12:30, 1:55, 3:10, 4:35, 5:45, 7:15, 8:20, 9:55 Playhouse: Fri 4, 6:45, 9:30; Sat 1, 4, 6:45, 9:30; Sun 1, 4, 6:45; Mon-Wed 4, 6:45 Rowland: Fri-Sun 11, 1:40, 4:20, 7, 9:50 Lark: Sun 4:20 • John and Yoko’s Imagine (NR) John McEnroe: In the Realm of Perfection (NR) Rafael: Fri, Mon-Wed 8:30; Sat 1:15, 8:30; Sun 1:15 8:45 Juliet, Naked (R) Regency: Fri-Sat 11:50, 2:15, 4:45, 7:10, 9:35; Sun-Thu 11:50, 2:15, 4:45, 7:10 Rafael: Sun 4:30; Thu 7 • Laurel and Hardy Shorts (G) Fairfax: Fri-Sat 12:30, 3:50, 6:45, 9:40; Sun-Wed 12:30, 3:50, 6:45 • Life Itself (R) Larkspur Landing: Fri, Mon-Wed 6:30, 9:15; Sat-Sun 11, 1:45, 4:30, 7:15, 10 Northgate: Fri-Wed 11, 1:50, 4:50, 7:35, 10:20 Regency: Fri-Sat 10:55, 1:30, 4:15, 7, 9:40; Sun-Wed 10:55, • Lizzie (NR) 1:30, 4:15, 7; Thu 10:55, 1:30, 4:15 Rafael: Fri 4:30, 6:30, 8:30; Sat 2:30, 4:30, 6:30, 8:30; Sun, Tue • Love, Gilda (NR) 6:30, 8:30; Mon 8:30; Wed-Thu 6:30 • Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (PG-13) Lark: Fri 4:45; Sat 8:40; Tue 11:15 Lark: Thu 3:15 • Manhattan Short Film Festival (NR) McQueen (NR) Lark: Sat 10:15; Mon 9; Thu 12:50 • National Theatre London: King Lear (PG-13) Lark: Thu 6:30 Regency: Thu 7 Northgate: Thu 7, 9:45 • Night School (PG-13) The Nun (R) Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:50, 2:30, 5:10, 7:50, 10:15 Peppermint (R) Northgate: Fri-Wed 8, 10:30 Pick of the Litter (NR) Rafael: Fri 4:15, 6:15; Sat-Sun 2:15, 4:15, 6:15; Mon-Tue

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Larkspur Landing: Fri, Mon-Wed 7, 9:35; Sat-Sun 11:10, 1:50, 4:25, 7, 9:35 Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:45, 12:45, 2:25, 3:20, 5:05, 5:55, 7:45, 8:30, 10:25 Regency: Sun, Wed 2 • Rebel Without a Cause (PG-13) Rafael: Sun 2 • Saving Brinton (NR) Searching (PG-13) Northgate: Fri-Wed 7, 9:30 A Simple Favor (R) Fairfax: Fri-Sat 1:10, 4:05, 6:55, 9:45; Sun-Wed 1:10, 4:05, 6:55 Larkspur Landing: Fri, Mon-Wed 6:45, 9:30; Sat-Sun 11:05, 1:55, 4:35, 7:20, 10:05 Northgate: Fri-Wed 11, 1:45, 4:55, 7:40, 10:25 Playhouse: Fri 4:15, 7:15, 9:50; Sat 1:15, 4:15, 7:15, 9:50; Sun 1:15, 4:15, 7:15; Mon-Wed 4:15, 7:15 Northgate: Thu 5, 7:25, 9:50; 3D showtimes at 6:15, 8:40 • Smallfoot (PG) Rowland: Thu 4, 6:40; 3D showtime at 9:20 Northgate: Thu 7 • The Transformers: The Movie (PG) Unbroken: Path to Redemption (PG-13) Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:35, 2, 4:30 White Boy Rick (NR) Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:05, 1:50, 4:40, 7:30, 10:10 The Wife (NR) Playhouse: Fri 3:45, 7, 9:35; Sat 12:45, 3:45, 7, 9:35; Sun 12:45, 3:45, 7; Mon-Thu 3:45, 7 Rafael: Fri-Sun 3:30, 5:45, 8; Mon-Thu 5:45, 8 The Predator (R)

Because there were too many movies playing this week to list, we have omitted some of the movie summaries and times for those that have been playing for multiple weeks. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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

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All Together Now Novato Theater Co. pulls off difficult ‘Chorus Line’ By Harry Duke

Chorus Line really isn’t done much by community theaters these days. The 1976 multi-award-winning musical requires about two dozen experienced dancer-singers to fill out the cast, a requirement that’s tough to fulfill. If you’re gonna do it, best to start with a director with over four decades of experience in choreography and a lot of present and former students on which to call. Such is the case with Novato Theater Company’s Marilyn Izdebski–directed production running now through Sept. 30. The show’s premise is simple: a group of dancers auditioning for ensemble roles in a Broadway show are being run through their paces by an imperious director (Gregory

Crane). They’ll sing, they’ll dance, they’ll share their personal stories, and it’ll all end with the classic gold lamécostumed production number “One.” We meet young dancers hoping to land their first show, veteran dancers just looking for a job, dancers who can’t sing and singers who can’t act. We hear stories, through the score by Marvin Hamlisch and Edward Kleban, of how dance came into their lives (“I Can Do That,” “At the Ballet”) and what dance means to them (“The Music and the Mirror”). We hear stories of sexual awakening (“Hello Twelve, Hello Thirteen, Hello Love”) and body-image issues (“Dance: Ten; Looks: Three”). The stories are told, sung and danced by a dynamic cast of newcomers and veterans. All do well, but standouts are Deborah

Ann Spake as the veteran Cassie who has history with the director; Anna Vorperian as Diana, a dancer who’s tired of being underestimated; and Bryan Munar as Paul San Marco. Munar’s delivery of a monologue about Paul’s difficult youth and the life that led him to the stage is incredibly affecting. Musical director Judy Wiesen and her band open the show with the cast doing a number about the mindset of a performer at an audition called “I Hope I Get It.” They got it. ‘A Chorus Line’ runs through Sept. 30 at the Novato Theater Company, 5420 Nave Drive, Ste. C, Novato. Engagement is soldout but tickets may be available at the door. 415.883.4498. novatotheatercompany.org.

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ack in November of last year, Woodacre native Jason Faircloth was planning to transform his bike shop, Fairfax Cyclery, into a place where customers could hang out and enjoy a beer, coffee or a slice of pizza before or after a ride. Five months ago, his vision became a reality. From the outside, Fairfax Cyclery— aka Split Rock Tap & Wheel, with the motto “A place to lose your bearings”— looks the same as it always has: bikes, parts, jerseys—business as usual. But once inside the 2,500-square-foot space, four picnic tables fill the front room that used to house helmets, gloves and gear. A mix of gray, blue and orange metal chairs lines the expansive bar that sits at the back end of the space. A chalkboard denotes the food and beer offerings that include pizzas, sandwiches and salads. The menu has a Mediterranean slant and sticks with beer-friendly options. Ten-inch, thin-crust pizzas with clever cycling-centric names like the Rut (cheese), the Drop (pepperoni) and the Switchback

(topped with prosciutto and arugula) are all priced between $9 and $13. A handful of calzones are also available and can be customized with the pizzatopping offerings. Look for the Drift, prepared with mozzarella and fresh basil, a meat version entitled the Tail Whip, and the Endo for vegetarians. Beer also figures prominently in the large, open, concrete-floored space. The brew selection sticks with mostly California producers, and with 12 taps, and there is plenty to choose from. Recently, Santa Rosa’s HenHouse brews were on tap, along with NZ IPA from Alameda, Fort Point in San Francisco and even an Ace Space Bloody Orange cider from Sebastopol’s California Cider Co. This something-for-everyone concept (did I mention that bike rentals and repairs are offered while customers eat?) is already attracting families, out-of-towners and, of course, the cycling crowd. Split Rock Tap & Wheel at Fairfax Cyclery, 2020 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Fairfax. 415.721.7644. splitrocktapandwheel.com.

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SONOMA The Harold López-Nussa Trio Healdsburg Jazz Festival presents a concert with one of Cuba’s most acclaimed emerging musical stars. Sep 26, 7pm. $30. Paul Mahder Gallery, 222 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg. 707.473.9150. Tower of Power Oakland R&B legends perform as part of their 50th anniversary tour, with special guests Average White Band opening. Sep 22, 7:30pm. $25 and up. Green Music Center Weill Hall, 1801 East Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park. 866.955.6040.

Purdy and Garrison Starr. 224 Vintage Way, Novato. 415.892.6200.

22, Harry & the Hitmen. Sep 23, Michael Tobias. 41 Wharf Rd, Bolinas. 415.868.1311.

Iron Springs Pub & Brewery Sep 19, Jonathan Warren & the Billy Goats. 765 Center Blvd, Fairfax. 415.485.1005.

Station House Cafe Sep 23, 5pm, John Allair. 11180 State Route 1, Pt Reyes Station. 415.663.1515.

L’Appart Resto Sep 20, the Blue Rooster Combo. 636 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo. 415.256.9884.

Sweetwater Music Hall Sep 20, Jon Cleary Trio. Sep 21, Julian Lage Trio. Sep 23, Martin Sexton. Sold-out. Sep 24, Hiss Golden Messenger. Sep 26, John Doe Folk Trio. 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.3850.

Marin Country Mart Sep 21, 6pm, Friday Night Jazz with Jon Krosnik and Charged Particles. Sep 23, 12:30pm, Folkish Festival with Moonlight Rodeo. 2257 Larkspur Landing Circle, Larkspur. 415.461.5700. 19 Broadway Nightclub Sep 21, the RevTones with Los High Tops. Sep 22, SunHunter. Sep 23, Jon Chi and friends. Sep 26, Frankie Bourne Band. 17 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax. 415.459.1091. No Name Bar Sep 20, Michael LaMacchia Band. Sep 21, Michael Aragon Quartet. Sep 22, Joe Tate & the Blue Monday birthday party. Sep 23, Caleb Tesnow and friends. Sep 24, Kimrea & the Dreamdogs. 757 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.332.1392. Osher Marin JCC Sep 21, music & morsels with mezzo-soprano Silvie Jensen. 200 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael. 415.444.8000.

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Robben Ford Guitar virtuoso combines artful blues songwriting and stunning instrumental talent. Sep 22, 8pm. $35-$55. Uptown Theatre, 1350 Third St, Napa. 707.259.0123.

Panama Hotel Restaurant Sep 19, Barbwyre. Sep 20, Deborah Winters. Sep 25, C-JAM with Connie Ducey. Sep 26, Lorin Rowan. 4 Bayview St, San Rafael. 415.457.3993.

Shovels & Rope South Carolina duo of Michael Trent and Cary Ann Hearst play stomping Americana rockers and delicate acoustic-based numbers, with local favorites Royal Jelly Jive opening. Sep 20, 8pm. $30. JaM Cellars Ballroom at the Margrit Mondavi Theatre, 1030 Main St, Napa. 707.880.2300.

Papermill Creek Saloon Sep 21, Patrick Winningham Band. Sep 22, Brightsilver. Sep 23, 6pm, the Blackout Cowboys. Sep 25, Agents of Change. Sep 26, Judy Radiloff. 1 Castro, Forest Knolls. 415.488.9235.

Clubs & Venues Ali Akbar College of Music Sep 22, Fundraising Gala with Pt Swapan Chaudhuri. 215 West End Ave, San Rafael. 415.454.6372. Fenix Sep 20, Alpha Rhythm Kings. Sep 21, Harvey Mandell. Sep 22, Soul Revue. Sep 23, the Bonafides. 919 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.813.5600.

Peri’s Silver Dollar Sep 20, Bobby Love & Sugar Sweet. Sep 21, the Blackout Cowboys. Sep 22, the Crooked Stuff. Sep 23, Flynn Martin. 29 Broadway, Fairfax. 415.459.9910. Rancho Nicasio Sep 21, Dave Jenkins and Jaime Kyle. Sep 22, Third Rail Band and Susan McCabe. Sep 23, 4pm, BBQ on the Lawn with Ruthie Foster and HowellDevine. 1 Old Rancheria Rd, Nicasio. 415.662.2219. Sausalito Cruising Club Mon, Joe Tate & Blue Monday Band jam session. 300 Napa St, Sausalito. 415.332.9922.

George’s Nightclub Sep 21, Aries Show. Sep 22, DJ Alex. 842 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.226.0262.

Sausalito Seahorse Sep 20, the Quarry Persons. Sep 21, Reed Fromer Band. Sep 22, Sonamo’. Sep 23, 4pm, Candela. 305 Harbor View Dr, Sausalito. 415.331.2899.

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The Tavern on Fourth Sep 21, Ryan the Operator. Sep 22, ColdSol. 711 Fourth St, San Rafael, 415.454.4044. Terrapin Crossroads Sep 19, Colonel & the Mermaids. Sep 20, acoustic evening with Tim Bluhm and Scott Law. Sep 21, Top 40 Friday. Sep 22, Garcia Birthday Band. Sep 23, Holly Bowling. Sep 24, Grateful Monday. Sep 25, Victoria George Band. Sep 26, Grant Farm. 100 Yacht Club Dr, San Rafael. 415.524.2773. Throckmorton Theatre Sep 22, “Karma: Musical Tribute to Pharoah Sanders with Ian Dogole. Sep 23, 3pm, jazz jam with Curtis Aikens. 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.383.9600. Unitarian Universalist Congregation Sep 20, Anderson Brothers Jazz Trio. 240 Channing Way, San Rafael. 415.479.4131.

Art Openings Art Works Downtown Sep 21-Nov 9, “Latinx,” celebrating Latin culture and art, this citywide project includes exhibitions and events at Art Works Downtown and various venues in the San Rafael Culture and Arts District. Reception, Oct 12 at 5pm. 1337 Fourth St, San Rafael. Tues-Sat, 10 to 5. 415.451.8119. Bolinas Museum Sep 22-Dec 20, “Cosmic Wonders,” photography exhibit looks at the moon, the stars and the space between. Reception, Sept 22 at 2pm. 48 Wharf Rd, Bolinas. Fri, 1 to 5; Sat-Sun, noon to 5; and by appointment. 415.868.0330. MarinMOCA Sep 22-Nov 11, “The Fourth Wall,” new paintings and sculpture by Zio Ziegler are filled with intricate patterns, vivid color and densely-descriptive subject matter. Reception, Sep 22 at 5pm. 500 Palm Dr, Novato. Wed-Fri, 11 to 4; Sat-Sun, 11 to 5. 415.506.0137.

Galleries Art Works Downtown Through Oct 6, “Curiously Grim,” surreal Victorian-inspired portraits done in digital collage and mixed media by Eric Kelly display in the Underground Gallery. Reception, Sep 14 at 5pm. 1337 Fourth St, San Rafael. TuesSat, 10 to 5. 415.451.8119. Book Passage Through Nov 30, “Tom Killion Residency,” acclaimed Marin artist returns to Book

Passage’s gallery for a year-long exhibition of his original prints and handcrafted books. 51 Tamal Vista Blvd, Corte Madera. Daily, 9am to 9pm. 415.927.0960. Corte Madera Library Through Nov 1, “When I Grow Up, I Want to Be...,” local artist Courtney Booker combines portraiture and storytelling to explore imagined lives of the strangers we pass on the street. Reception, Sep 15 at 3pm. 707 Meadowsweet Dr, Corte Madera. 707.924.6444. Desta Art & Tea Gallery Through Oct 19, “Realism Point of View,” featuring art from GR Martin and Bryn Graig. Reception, Sep 14 at 6pm. 417 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo. Mon-Sat, 10 to 6. 415.524.8932. Falkirk Cultural Center Through Oct 25, “Form & Fire: The Alchemy of Clay,” Terra Linda Ceramic Artists present an inspiring exhibit showing dozens of extraordinary and magical pieces. Reception, Sep 14 at 5pm. 1408 Mission Ave, San Rafael. 415.485.3438. Gallery Route One Through Sep 30, “Box Show,” annual fundraising show features 150 boxes turned into works of art by professional and amatuer artists alike. Reception, Aug 18 at 3pm. 11101 Hwy 1, Pt Reyes Station. WedMon, 11 to 5. 415.663.1347. Marin Community Foundation Through Sep 20, “Human...Nature: A Guy Colwell Retrospect,” exhibition spans the artist’s figurative social surrealism from the 1970s to current day. Reception, May 30 at 6pm. 5 Hamilton Landing, Ste 200, Novato. Open Mon-Fri, 9 to 5. Marin Society of Artists Through Sep 29, “Coast to Coast,” open fine arts show features artists from around the nation, juried by Kay Carlson. Reception, Sept 14 at 5pm. 1515 Third St, San Rafael. Wed-Sun, Noon to 4pm. 415.464.9561. O’Hanlon Center for the Arts Through Sep 20, “Wabi-Sabi,” annual group exhibit features mixed-media works juried by Mary-Ann Milford-Lutzker. Reception, Sept 4 at 5:30pm. 616 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. Tues-Sat, 10 to 2; also by appointment. 415.388.4331. Robert Allen Fine Art Through Sep 28, “Donaldson, Findlay, Maxon,” group exhibit of oil and acrylic paintings on canvas features Amy Donaldson, Beatrice Findlay and John Maxon. 301 Caledonia St, Sausalito. Mon-Fri, 10 to 5. 415.331.2800. Rock Hill Gallery Through Oct 10, “Homage to Andrew Wyeth,” Marin County Watercolor Society’s group show recognizes Wyeth’s skill, his use of local scenes and his choice of colors. Reception, Aug 26 at noon. 145 Rock Hill Dr, Tiburon. Tiburon Town Hall Through Oct 25, “Moments in Time,” Marin Society of Artists members Joe Grenn and Judith Stern present a dual

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A Conversation with Linda Multi-media journey through the life of Linda Ronstadt features personal accounts of her four-decade career assisted by videos, rare personal photos and music. Sep 21, 6:30pm. $38-$88. Angelico Hall, Dominican University, 50 Acacia Ave, San Rafael. 415.457.4440. Heritage Day Demonstrations, vendors, food and entertainment celebrate Chinese-American culture. Sep 22, 11am. $5 parking fee. China Camp State Park, N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael. 415.456.0766. Louise Boyd’s 131st Birthday Celebration Famed explore and former owner of the San Rafael Elk Lodge is honored in a party with featured cocktails, tour of the grounds, live music by Coastal Wreckage and more. Sep 23, 4pm. $10; kids are free. Elk’s Lodge, 1312 Mission Ave, San Rafael, 773.755.4700. Marin County Heart Walk American Heart Association’s walk encourages healthy habits while raising funds to support research and education efforts to fight heart disease. Sep 22, 8am. Free. McInnis Park, 310 Smith Ranch Rd, San Rafael. 415.446.4423. Mountain Bike Hall of Fame Induction Weekend Ceremonies include a Friday night reception, Saturday morning ride around Mt Tam with the Hall of Fame inductees, and Saturday night induction dinner. Sep 21-22. Marin Museum of Bicycling, 1966 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Fairfax. 415.450.8000. Peace Festival Fourth annual event features live performances from Los Cenzonltes and Debra Winters, keynote talks, film screenings, local vendors and food, kids zone and more. Sep 22, 12pm. Free admission. San Geronimo Valley Community Center, 6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Geronimo. 415.488.8888.

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Comedy San Francisco Comedy Competition Semi-Finals See the comedy stars of tomorrow competing for their chance at fame and fortune in the 43rd annual competition. Sep 22, 8pm. $46. Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa. 707.546.3600. Selene Luna Laugh Cellar co-hosts an evening of standup comedy from the trail-blazing little person who, at 3’10”, is a small package with very big presence. Sep 22, 5pm. $28. Flamingo Lounge, 2777 Fourth St, Santa Rosa. 707.545.8530. Team Trivia Contest Jeopardy style questions, songs and visuals hosted by comedian Clark Peterson. Sep 21, 6:45pm. $3. The Club at McInnis Park, 350 Smith Ranch Rd, San Rafael. 415.492.1800.

Tuesday Night Live See standup comedians Bob Zany, Oliver Graves, Wes Hofmann and others. Sep 25, 8pm. $17-$27. Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.383.9600.

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Spirit of Marin Awards Luncheon The 25th annual event that recognizes and celebrates the achievements of local businesses and individuals as chosen by the Marin County Chambers of Commerce, with guest speaker Mike Krukow. Sep 21, 11:30am. St Vincent’s School, 1 St Vincent Dr, San Rafael. 415.884.5360. Thrive Alive Join the community in an interactive program that improves brain wellness and increases longevity through socialization, music and moving. Wed, Sep 26, 1pm. $10-$25. St. Columba’s Episcopal Church, 12835 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Inverness. 415.669.1039.

Angelico Hall Sep 21, 7:30pm, Alonzo King LINES BFA Program Senior Solo Concert, students take to the stage with dances from diverse choreographers. Dominican University, 50 Acacia Ave, San Rafael 415.457.4440.

Tivoli Festival Danish celebration features activities, traditional foods, music, homemade baked goods, beer, assorted crafts from residents and more. Sep 22, 10am. Free. Aldersly Garden Retirement Community, 326 Mission Ave, San Rafael.

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Coalition of Sensible Taxpayers’ Fall Forum Popular event includes guest speakers, networking, appetizers and drinks. Sep 24, 6:30pm. Free. Piatti’s Ristorante & Bar, 625 Redwood Hwy, Mill Valley. 415.380.2525.

2001: A Space Odyssey Stanley Kubrick’s sci-fi masterpiece gets a special 50th anniversary screening featuring a recently 4k restored print. Sep 20, 3pm. Lark Theater, 549 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur. 415.924.5111.

Return of the Restored Laurel & Hardy See a newly restored version of several classic Laurel and Hardy comedy shorts. Sun, Sep 23, 4:30pm. Smith Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.454.1222. Shattered Families: THe Collapse of America’s Mental Health System Screening of the new film includes filmmaker Stephen B Seager on hand for a panel discussion, benefitting Marin Homeless Outreach. Sep 20, 7pm. Smith Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.454.1222.

Food & Drink Cooking Together Marin Fall Festival Join in a day of good food, cooking and science demonstrations, live music, yoga and family fun. Sep 23, 2pm. $20-$30. Mill Valley Lumber Yard, 129 Miller Ave, Mill Valley, cookingtogethercontests.com. Farm-to-Table Experience at Slide Ranch Enjoy a delicious four-course meal served by chef Gabriel Powers Fri, Sep 21, 5pm. $85. Slide Ranch, 2025 Shoreline Hwy, Muir Beach. 415.381.6155. Off the Grid Food Trucks Eat your way through the largest gathering of mobile food trucks in Marin, listen to live music and take in great views. Sun, 11am. Marin Country Mart, 2257 Larkspur Landing Circle, Larkspur. 415.461.5700.

Lectures Deep Writing Workshop with Susanne West Work with a variety of writing prompts and processes to help free the imagination. Sep 26, 6pm. Corte Madera Library. 707 Meadowsweet Dr, Corte Madera. 707.924.6444. Is There Life After Death? Psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and artist Sandra Cohn speaks about her near-death experience. Sep 21, 7pm. $20-$25. Unity of Marin, 600 Palm Dr, Novato. 415.475.5000. John Reber: the Man with Grand Ideas Talk focuses on Reber’s visualization of a massive civil works project in the SF Bay that led to the Bay Model Visitor Center. Sep 22, 1:30pm. Free. Bay Model Visitor Center, 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.332.3871. Keeping Local Theater Vital Marin Theater Company literary manager and resident dramaturg Laura Brueckner speaks about MTC’s upcoming season and more. Sep 20, 1pm. Outdoor Art Club, 1 W Blithedale Ave, Mill Valley. 415.383.2582. Meditation at Whistlestop Learn how to lower stress levels, reduce anxiety and depression, and restore healthy sleep patterns. Thurs, 3:30pm. $5. Whistlestop, 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael. 415.456.9062. Music Sight-Reading & Writing Marin Baroque hosts a workshop for singers and instrumentalists. Sep 22, 10am. First Presbyterian Church of San Anselmo, 72 Kensington Rd, San Anselmo. 415.456.3713. Racial Justice Book Club Join in a discussion of “Waking Up

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Senior Stretch Class Presented by Sunlight Chair Yoga. Free for Silver Sneakers insurance and church members, drop-ins welcome. Wed, 11am. $8. First Presbyterian Church of San Rafael, 1510 Fifth St, San Rafael. 415.689.6428. Tai Chi Class David Mac Lam teaches classic Yang-style and Taoist-style meditation. Mon, 11am. $8-$10. Whistlestop, 930 Tamalpais Ave, San Rafael. 415.456.9062. Think Beyond Plastic Learn about the effort to shift away from fossil fuel-based plastics towards bio-based, bio-benign materials from renewable sources. Sep 25, 7pm. Bay Model Visitor Center, 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.332.3871.

Readings Book Passage Sep 20, 7pm, “Cocaine + Surfing” with Chas Smith. Sep 22, 1pm, “Betty Ford” with Lisa McCubbin. Sep 22, 4pm, “An Outlaw Makes It Home” with Eli Jaxon-Bear. Sep 22, 7pm, “My Own Devices” with Dessa. Sep 23, 1pm, “Dispatches from the Sweet Life” with William Powers. Sep 23, 4pm, “Pause Breathe Smile” with Gary Gach. Sep 23, 7pm, “America, We Call Your Name” with 16 Rivers Poetry Group. Sep 24, 7pm, “Sea Prayer” with Khaled Hosseini, in conversation with Isabel Allende. Sep 25, 7pm, “The Winter Soldier” with Daniel Mason. Sep 26, 7pm, “Charlotte Walsh Likes to Win” with Jo Piazza. 51 Tamal Vista Blvd, Corte Madera 415.927.0960. Book Passage By-the-Bay Sep 20, 6:30pm, LitWings Event Series, featuring Frances Stroh, Tania Romanov Amochaev and Hervé Cohen. Sep 24, 6pm, “All Happy Families” with Jeanne McCulloch. Sep 26, 6pm, “The Tango War” with Mary Jo McConahay. 100 Bay St, Sausalito 415.339.1300. Depot Bookstore & Cafe Sep 20, 7pm, “Reclaiming The Wild Soul” with Mary Reynolds Thompson, includes celebration of the equinox through poetry and prose. 87 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley 415.383.2665.

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Theater As You Like It Shakespeare Napa Valley presents an interactive and family friendly adaptation of the comedy that plucks at the heartstrings and tickles the funny bone. Sep 21-23, 7pm. Free admission. CIA at Copia, 500 First St, Napa. 707.967.2530. Cabaret Cinnabar Theater opens their 2018-19 season with the infamous musical set in a pre-WWII Germany nighhtclub. Through Sep 23. $25$40. Cinnabar Theater, 3333 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma. 707.763.8920. A Chorus Line Classic musical is for everyone who’s ever had a dream and put everything on the line to make it come true. Through Sep 30. $18-$30. Novato Theater Company, 5240 Nave Dr, Novato. 415.883.4498. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time This stage adaptation of the novel about a teenage detective solving a neighborhood crime is alternately funny, enthralling, heartwrenching and triumphant. Through Sep 30. Spreckels Performing Arts Center, 5409 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park. 707.588.3400. Guys & Dolls The broadway classic opens 6th St Playhouse’s season with high-stakes fun. Through Oct 7. $25-$35. 6th Street Playhouse, 52 W Sixth St, Santa Rosa. 707.523.4185. Into the Woods One of Stephen Sondheim’s most popular musicals opens the 2018-19 season at Napa’s Lucky Penny Productions. Through Sep 23. $30-$40. Lucky Penny Community Arts Center, 1758 Industrial Way, Napa. 707.266.6305. The Naked Truth Left Edge Theater opens their season with the uplifting comedy about five women struggling to conquer pole dancing for a breast cancer charity fundraiser. Through Sep 30. $25-$40. Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa. 707.546.3600. Tapas Short Play Festival Pegasus Theater Company performs a collection of 10-minute plays written by Northern California playwrights. Sep 21-Oct 7. $15-$18. Mt Jackson Masonic Hall, 14040 Church St, Guerneville. 800.838.3006. Time Stands Still/Church & State Raven Players’ mini-rep presents two contemporary plays about complex issues we face in these tumultuous times; performed on alternate days. Sep 20-Oct 7. $10-$25. Raven Theater, 115 North St, Healdsburg. 707.433.3145.

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County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on AUGUST 28, 2018. (Publication Dates: September 19, 26, October 3, 10 of 2018)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 145319. The following individual(s) are doing business: BAY AREA MODERN REAL ESTATE, EAST BAY MODERN REAL ESTATE, SAN FRANCISCO MODERN REAL ESTATE, WINE COUNTRY MODERN REAL ESTATE, 2144 FOURTH STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: MARIN MODERN REAL ESTATE, INC, 2144 FOURTH STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. This business is being conducted by A CORPORATION. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on SEPTEMBER 4, 2018. (Publication Dates: September 12, 19, 26 October 3 of 2018)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 145381. The following individual(s) are doing business: BAY AREA BOAT WORKS, 720 CABIN DRIVE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941: MICHELLE CREASY, 720 CABIN DRIVE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on SEPTEMBER 12, 2018. (Publication Dates: September 19, 26, October 3, 10 of 2018)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 145315. The following individual(s) are doing business: TURNING POINT SPA, 655 REDWOOD HWY #275, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941: LAURENCE MCKEE, 55 RODEO AVENUE, SAUSALITO, CA 94965. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on SEPTEMBER 04, 2018. (Publication Dates: September 12, 19, 26, October 3 of 2018) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 145188. The following individual(s) are doing business: COMMON KNOWLEGE GROUP, 42 MOODY CT., SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: SUSAN STUART CLARK, 42 MODDY CT, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County ClerkRecorder of Marin County on AUGUST 15, 2018. (Publication Dates: September 19, 26, October 3, 10 of 2018) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2018145269. The following individual(s) are doing business: JULEMS, 7 ETHEL LANE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941: JUDITH L LEMMENS, 7 ETHEL LANE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the

OTHER NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: CIV 1803053. SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF MARIN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS 1. Petitioner (name of each): KRISTY JILL VERMEULEN AND JASPER GJ van WOUDENBERG have filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Julia Anna Sophia van Woudenberg to Proposed Name: Jules Anna Sophia van Woudenberg. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 10/15/2018, Time: 9:00am, Dept: A, Room: A. The address of the court is same as noted above; 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the Pacific Sun, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Marin. DATED: AUG 27, 2018, Andrew E. Sweet, Judge of the Superior Court, James M. Kim Court Executive Officer MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT By E. Chais, Deputy (September 5, 12, 19, 26 of 2018) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: CIV 1803065.

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF MARIN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS 1. Petitioner (name of each): STEPHEN WILLIAM HAMMOND has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Stephen William Hammond to Proposed Name: Steven Blake Hunsicker. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 10/10/2018, Time: 9:00am, Dept: B, Room: B. The address of the court is same as noted above; 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be pub-lished at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the Pacific Sun, a newspaper of general circula-tion, printed in the county of Marin. DATED: AUG 28, 2018, Roy O. Chernus, Judge of the Superior Court, James M. Kim Court Executive Officer MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT By E. Chais, Deputy (September 5, 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10 of 2018). ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: CIV 1803111 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF MARIN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS 1. Petitioner (name of each): Celina De Leon has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Leona Ixchel Caldarelli to Proposed Name: Leona Ixchel Caldarelli De Leon 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. if no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 10/18/2018, Time: 9:00am, Dept: B, Room: . The address of the court is same as noted above; 3501 Civic Center

Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the Pacific Sun, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Marin. DATED: AUG 30, 2018 Roy O. Chernus Judge of the Superior Court James M Kim Court Executive Officer MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT By T Jones. Deputy (September 12, 19, 26, and October 3 of 2018) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: CIV 1803153 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF MARIN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS 1. Petitioner (name of each): Victoria Ann Arigi has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Victoria Ann Arigi to Proposed Name: Vicki Gotham 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. if no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 10/17/2018, Time: 9:00am, Dept: B, Room: . The address of the court is same as noted above; 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the Pacific Sun, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Marin. DATED: SEP 4, 2018 Roy O. Chernus Judge of the Superior Court James M Kim Court Executive Officer MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT By E. Chais. Deputy (September 12, 19, 26, and October 3 of 2018) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: CIV 1803272 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF MARIN TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS 1. Petitioner (name of each): Rachel Lorraine Malloy has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Rachel Lorraine Malloy to Proposed Name: Sam L. Malloy 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should

not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. if no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 10/26/2018, Time: 9:00am, Dept: B, Room: . The address of the court is same as noted above; 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the Pacific Sun, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Marin. DATED: SEP 12, 2018 Roy O. Chernus Judge of the Superior Court James M Kim Court Executive Officer MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT By E Chais, Deputy (September 19, 26, and October 3, 10 of 2018) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Michael W. Pitman CASE NO.: PR 17 020168 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Gigi Michele Loughner A Petition for Probate has been filed by: MICHAEL W. PITMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of Marin. The Petition for Probate requests that: JOHN MICHAEL PITMAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: OCT. 22, 2018, Time: 9:00AM, Dept.: J, Room: Address of court: 3501 Civic Center Drive, PO Box 4988, San Rafael, CA 94913-4988. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal

representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California ProbateCode, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Timothy J. Chambers, 1724 Mandela Parkway, Suite 1, Oakland, CA 94607 (707) 863-9800 FILED: Aug 14, 2018 James M. Kim Court Executive Officer MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT By: R Smith, Deputy No. 1171 (September 19, 26, October 3, 2018) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 145414. The following individual(s) are doing business: BUILDING ALCHEMY/BA SQUARED, 124 FERNWOOD DRIVE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: TIMOTHY VINSON, 124 FERNWOOD DRIVE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901, LISA VINSON, 124 FERNWOOD DRIVE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. This business is being conducted by A MARRIED COUPLE. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on SEPTEMBER 17, 2018. (Publication Dates: September 19, 26, October 3, 10 of 2018) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2018145409. The following individual(s) are doing business: LITTLE STARS DAYCARE, 23 CORRILLO DRIVE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903: PATRICIA N SILVA, 23 CORRILLO DRIVE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on SEPTEMBER 14, 2018. (Publication Dates: September 19, 26, October 3, 10 of 2018)

By Amy Alkon

I’m a 22-year-old guy, but I look 14. Boomer co-workers often use me as an example of a bad millennial, attacking me for Dread Smartphone Overuse (conveniently forgetting that our work requires phone use). Older co-workers often launch into unsolicited 40-minute lectures on the “college path” I should take. (Already graduated, thanks!) How can I gracefully deal with this demeaning treatment?—Irritated

It’s no surprise some of your older co-workers smear you as a “bad millennial.” You’re younger and cheaper to keep around, and the hair on your head isn’t there thanks to a Groupon for Dr. Hair Plugs. So, yes, some of them probably do want to stick it to you. But for a little perspective on these unsolicited lectures on the value of the higher education you’ve already gotten, consider my critical take on what’s come to be called “mansplaining.” Merriam-Webster defines this as a man’s explaining “something to a woman in a condescending way that assumes she has no knowledge about the topic.” As I see it, there’s a problem with this interpretation, and it’s the rather victim-thinky assumption that a man’s tone and line of blather are driven by his having little respect for a woman simply because she’s a woman. Sure, that could be the case. However, I’m with my evolutionary psychologist friend Diana Fleischman, who tweeted: “There’s already a word for mansplaining. It’s called being patronizing. And I’m as good at it as any man.” Say some dude in a bar starts instructifying me (somewhat in error) on evolutionary psychology research, work by a researcher I know and whose papers I have been reading for going on 20 years. Chances are, Mr. Bar Dude does not have psychic powers and is probably just trying to sound knowledgeable and interesting to a chick in a bar. Well, the same probably goes for your colleagues launching into these higher-edsplainings. This doesn’t mean you have to go all ear-slave for them. Put your hand up— the international sign for “Would you kindly shut your big trap for a second?”—and say, “Thanks, appreciate your wanting to help.” Next, add some polite form of “Been there! Graduated that!” You might also give some consideration to your look. I’m not saying you should wear a monocle and carry a cane, but maybe grow a little facial hair and dress and accessorize like an adult. (Yes, this means avoiding T-shirts and Spider-Man backpacks and anything else that makes you look like a 14-year-old with a beard.) Finally, there’s a little secret to getting treated as somebody’s equal, and it’s acting the part. If some graying co-workers makes age-related cracks about your tech usage, don’t go all woundypants. Laugh and tease ’em right back and tell them they should cut the hints and just ask you directly when they want your tech-savvy millennial help with texting nudies from their side-entry bathtub.

I’m a bisexual 29-year-old woman. I just started dating an awesome guy and ultimately see myself in a long-term hetero relationship. However, though I’ve only dated a girl once, I am extremely aroused by women, and now I’m struggling to get turned on with my new partner.—Blahs

There’s an elephant in the room, but unfortunately, it isn’t the kind you can climb on and ride off to the nearest girl bar. Sexual orientation, as explained by Kinsey Institute research fellow Justin Lehmiller in Tell Me What You Want, is “the degree to which we are biologically predisposed to desiring men, women, both, or neither.” There’s another factor in play—“sexual flexibility”—which Lehmiller describes as “a willingness to deviate not only from our sexual orientation but also from what our culture and society have told us we should want when it comes to sex.” You may see yourself in that classic hetero relationship out of a ’50s magazine ad, mommy, daddy, picket fence, and the rest. Unfortunately, wanting to be turned on by somebody isn’t enough to make it happen. Remove the labels from the equation— lesbian, bi, hetero—and figure out the physical characteristics that need to be present for you to be attracted to another person. Maybe it’s just this dude who doesn’t work for you, or maybe no dude would do it for you. Be honest with yourself about that, even if it would muck up your current relationship plan. For a relationship to be viable, the thing you say to your boyfriend in bed should not be: “Hey, honey, know what would really turn me on? If you left the room and sent Felicia in here in your place.” Got a problem? Write Amy Alkon at 171 Pier Ave. #280, Santa Monica, CA 90405, or email adviceamy@aol.com. @amyalkon on Twitter. Weekly radio show, blogtalkradio.com/amyalkon.

Astrology

For the week of September 19

ARIES (March 21-April 19) “The flower

doesn’t dream of the bee. It blossoms and the bee comes.” So says poet and philosopher Mark Nepo in The Book of Awakening. Now I’m transmitting his observation to you. I hope it will motivate you to expend less energy fantasizing about what you want and devote more energy to becoming the beautiful, useful, irresistible presence that will attract what you want. The coming weeks will be an excellent time to make plans to produce very specific blossoms.

TAURUS (April 20–May 20) Budi Waseso,

the former head of the Indonesian government’s antinarcotics division, had a radical plan to prevent escapes by people convicted of drug-related crimes. He sought to build detention centers that would be surrounded by moats filled with crocodiles and piranhas. But his replacement, Heru Winarko, has a different approach. He wants addicts and dealers to receive counseling in comfortable rehabilitation centers. I hope that in the coming weeks, as you deal with weaknesses, flaws, and sins—both your own and others’—you’ll opt for an approach more like Winarko’s than Waseso’s.

GEMINI (May 21–June 20) In one sense, a “patron saint” is a Catholic saint who is a heavenly advocate for a person, group, activity, thing or place. St. Jude is the patron saint of lost causes, for instance. St. Francis of Assisi is the guardian of animal welfare, and St. Kentigern is the protector against verbal abusers. “Patron saint” may also be invoked poetically to refer to a person who serves as a special guide or influence. For example, in one of his short stories, Nathaniel Hawthorne refers to a veteran nurse as “the patron saint of young physicians.” In accordance with current astrological omens, I invite you to fantasize about persons, groups, activities, things or places for whom you might be the patron saint. To spur your imagination, here are some appropriate possibilities. You could be the patron saint of the breeze at dawn; of freshly picked figs; of singing humorous love songs in the sunlight; of unpredictable romantic adventures; of life-changing epiphanies while hiking in nature; of soul-stirring music. CANCER (June 21–July 22) In August 1933, author Virginia Woolf wrote a critical note to her friend, the composer Ethel Smyth, lamenting her lack of emotional subtlety. “For you,” Woolf told Smyth, “either things are black, or they’re white; either they’re sobs or shouts—whereas, I always glide from semi-tone to semi-tone.” In the coming weeks, fellow Cancerian, you may encounter people who act like Smyth. But it will be your sacred duty, both to yourself and to life, to remain loyal and faithful to the rich complexity of your feelings. LEO (July 23–August 22) “People think of

education as something they can finish,” said writer and scientist Isaac Asimov, who wrote or edited over 500 books. His point was that we’re wise to be excited about learning new lessons as long as we’re on this earth. To cultivate maximum vitality, we should always be engaged in the processes of absorbing new knowledge and mastering new skills and deepening our understanding. Does that sound appealing to you, Leo? I hope so, especially in the coming weeks, when you will have an enhanced ability to see the big picture of your future needs for education.

VIRGO (August 23–September 22) Virgo businessman Warren Buffet is among the top five wealthiest people on the planet. In an average year, his company Berkshire Hathaway adds $36 billion to its already swollen coffers. But in 2017, thanks to the revision of the U.S. tax code by President Trump and his buddies, Buffet earned $65 billion—an increase of 83 percent over his usual haul. According to my analysis of the astrological omens, you’re entering a yearlong phase when your financial chances could have a mild resemblance to Buffet’s 2017. I’m not predicting your earnings will increase by 83 percent. But 15 percent isn’t unreasonable. So start planning how you’ll do it! LIBRA (September 23–October 22) As he stepped up to use an ATM in a supermarket, a Scottish man named Colin Banks found £30 (about

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$40 U.S.) that the person who used the machine before him had inadvertently neglected to take. But rather than pocketing it, Banks turned it in to a staff member, and eventually the cash was reunited with its proper owner. Shortly after performing his good deed, Bank won £50,000 (about $64,500 U.S.) in a game of chance. It was instant karma in dramatic action—the positive kind! My analysis of the astrological omens reveals that you’re more likely than usual to benefit from expeditious cosmic justice like that. That’s why I suggest you intensify your commitment to doing good deeds.

SCORPIO (October 23–November 21) As you dive down into your soul’s depths in quest for renewal, remember this testimony from poet Scherezade Siobhan: “I want to dig out what is ancient in me, the mistaken-for-monster . . . and let it teach me how to be unafraid again.” Are you brave and brazen enough to do that yourself ? It’s an excellent time to douse your fear by drawing wild power from the primal sources of your life. To earn the right to soar through the heights in November and December, delve as deep as you can in the coming weeks. SAGITTARIUS (November 22– December 21) According to author Elizabeth Gilbert, here’s “the central question upon which all creative living hinges: do you have the courage to bring forth the treasures that are hidden within you?” When I read that thought, my first response was, why are the treasures hidden? Shouldn’t they be completely obvious? My second response was, why do you need courage to bring forth the treasures? Shouldn’t that be the easiest and most enjoyable task imaginable? Everything you just read is a perfect riddle for you to contemplate during the next 14 months, Sagittarius. CAPRICORN (December 22–January 19) A blogger named Sage Grace offers her readers a list of “cool things to call me besides cute.” They include dazzling, alluring, sublime, magnificent and exquisite. Is it OK if I apply those same adjectives to you, Capricorn? I’d like to add a few more, as well: resplendent, delightful, intriguing, magnetic and incandescent. I hope that in response you don’t flinch with humility or protest that you’re not worthy of such glorification. According to my astrological analysis, now is one of those times when you deserve extra appreciation for your idiosyncratic appeal and intelligence. Tell your allies and loved ones that I said so. Inform them, too, that giving you this treatment could help mobilize one of your half-asleep potentials. AQUARIUS (January 20–February 18) Many educated Americans and Europeans think of reincarnation as a loony delusion, even though it’s a cornerstone of spiritual belief for over 1.5 billion earthlings. I myself regard it as a hypothesis worthy of intelligent consideration, although I’d need hundreds of pages to explain my version of it. However you imagine it, Aquarius, you now have extra access to knowledge and skills and proclivities you possessed in what we might refer to as your “past lives”—especially in those past lives in which you were an explorer, maverick, outlaw or pioneer. I bet you’ll feel freer and more experimental than usual during the next four weeks. PISCES (February 19–March 20) “When the

winds of change blow,” says a Chinese proverb, “some people build walls while others build windmills.” Since the light breezes of change may soon evolve into brisk gusts of change in your vicinity, I wanted to bring this thought to your attention. Will you be more inclined to respond by constructing walls or windmills? I don’t think it would be foolish for you to favor the walls, but in the long run I suspect that windmills would serve you better.

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