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Editor’s note: Pacific Sun letters page regular Skip Corsini recently relocated to Shasta County. Unable to cut the apron strings entirely, Mr. Corsini continues to correspond with Sun editors and letters-page readers. In this particularly delirious installment, the former San Rafael resident envisions the following interview by the Sun regarding his big move: Sun Editors: Skip, hey, you lived in this area for 58 years. How much do you miss Marin County?

Skip: Hey, Jason, not much, thanks.

Sun Editors: What are the biggest differences between Marin and Shasta counties?

Skip: Rain is one. We actually get some here. The other has to do with words and phrases you overhear at Starbucks up here versus in Marin. In Marin you hear “sensitive, vision, seminar, and feelings.” Up here it’s “alimony, truck, and I will kill that son of a bitch.”

Sun Editors: What about the cultural and arts scene? What do people do up there?

Skip: Redding is a lot like New York, Chicago, or Los Angeles in terms of the arts. For example, there is a Museum of Abandoned Cars right downtown. And Michael McDonald appeared recently with members of the North State Symphony. You haven’t heard real music until you’ve heard Yah Mo B There played by a string quartet.

Skip Corsini, Redding

Knowing that we share this planet with these magnificent animals is something we should all recognize as a gift. Paying to see them languishing in aquariums and theme parks is something we should all condemn.

Jennifer O’Connor, PETA Foundation

Is that a run-on sentence, or are you just glad to see me?

Jonathan Frieman’s letter [“SOMEONE Wasn’t Selected to the Grand Jury,” Feb. 28] reacting to the Sun’s Feb. 21 story, “The Secret Lives Of Grand Jurors,” contains not one shred of evidence that the grand jury selection process is “fixed”—a ludicrous charge against an institution that is often the last resort against runaway government abuse, and is populated by some of the most credible Marinites. I will give Frieman credit, though, for one of the longest run-on sentences ever successfully constructed.

Rex Allen, Novato

Marin also like an incontinent senior ...

I agree Marin County is not San Francisco, and is mis-designated “metropolitan.”

And, yes, Marin is like a whiny child. Whatever designation, it has not learned to grow beautifully, but instead has gotten less and less sustainable. Shamefully, with weak planning, it completely turned its back on Dovetail, a visionary farm village of discovery that heralds a sustainable future, in the heart of Marin.

We must still learn to build an environment of healthful, artful living for everybody.

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Is Michael McDonald proof of cultural sophistication in Redding? That’s ‘What a Fool Believes’ ...

Only as long as this doesn’t impinge on the ‘Free Willy’ franchise ...

Kudos to state Assemblyman Richard Bloom for having the ethics and conviction to call on his fellow lawmakers to stop the madness of keeping orcas in swimming pools.

His proposal, the Orca Welfare and Safety Act, would make it illegal to keep these oceandwellers in tanks for entertainment purposes.

Orcas are enormous in both size and brain power. In the oceans where they belong, orcas swim vast distances every day and lead rich, complex lives. Keeping them in worlds that can be measured in gallons is ethically indefensible. They know they aren’t supposed to be in SeaWorld’s barren tanks, performing silly tricks for dead fish. It’s little wonder so many die far short of their natural lifespans.

In a kind of interesting coincidence, my letter about my favorite Cole Porter tune [“Miss Otis Unable to Lunch Today,” Feb. 28] was printed next to one by Stanton Klose, expressing his favorite piece of classical music, from a symphony of Bruckner [“Roll Over Beethoven,” Feb. 28]. Reader Klose asked the Sun to run a survey of your readers to determine their favorite classical piece ... here’s my favorite instrumental nomination ... the Adagietto from Mahler’s 5th.

Gil Deane, San Anselmo

Editor’s note: As the not-so-classical punk band the Jam once observed, “The public gets what the public wants”—and it seems the Sun letters-to-the-editor fans want to hear about your favorite oratorios, and all. So, let’s have it Marin: Tell us about your favorite piece of “classical” music at letters@pacificsun.com. Note within a note: Yes, we know the “classical” period of western music spans a specific time frame from about 1730 to 1820, but we’re talking in the colloquial here, folks, about music with bows, made generally by people with Germanic names, that is best listened to whilst sipping the finest Cognac from a snifter.

From the Publisher A couple shouts outs to Laura Bertolli, Redwood Credit Union, Strategic Energy Innovations and Ralph Pata. Bertolli’s Auto Body Shop was recognized as San Rafael’s small business of the year, Redwood Credit Union as large business, Strategic Energy Innovations as Green business and San Rafael Officer Ralph Pata was recognized as San Rafael’s employee of the year.

Bob Heinen, Pacific Sun publisher

We got stuck on the ‘upskirting Feinstein’ visual ...

So, the CIA gets caught upskirting Sen. Dianne Feinstein and her Senate ‘Intelligence’ Committee.

The spies get caught spying on their bosses: What else could one expect? Give the spy agencies trillions of dollars and all the rope they needed to hang themselves: the over-caffeinated frat boys get bored killing innocent people with their drones and tie themselves up in a knot.

Notice the CIA has failed to predict every geopolitical event since WWII. Tarot Cards would be a lot less expensive, the government having already dealt themselves The Fool.

It’s time to de-fund both the NSA and the CIA. Alex Easton-Brown, Lagunitas

Glad to know shootouts not caused by too many guns!

Since December there have been four shootouts in San Rafael’s Canal district and, recently, one more at a downtown restaurant.

All are, of course, caused by the crime rate increase as a result of illegal immigration, resultant poverty, overcrowding due to too many “anchor babies,” self-imposed alienation of this community, etc. San Rafael police act as if there is nothing they can do. Tom Wilson of the Canal Community Alliance thinks we should continue to welcome more illegals and therefore more trouble. I have never seen more people stick their heads in the sand than I have regarding the illegal immigrant issue. There must be people benefiting from illegals, but it sure ain’t those of us who have businesses adjoining the Canal who have cars broken into, gasoline siphoned and, on Kerner Boulevard, countless cars taking up all the parking spaces.

By the way, where is the water coming from to deal with all these people?

Carlo V. Gardin, Fairfax

Eat your heart out, Hugh Massingberd ...

Thanks Jason Walsh, that was the best obit I’ve ever read [“The Moose That Roared,” Jan. 17]. You really did sum up Marcia [Blackman] with wry affection. Beautiful writing.

I wish she could see it. We knew her 50 years ago when she was pretty as that photo, and beginning to be outrageous.

Linda and Larry Levine, New York

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arin is missing out on an estimated $17.2 million in CalFresh benefits that remain on the table unused every year.

That’s an assessment included in a new report California Food Policy Advocates released that shows Marin ranks 55th out of 58 counties in the state on a CalFresh program access index. California ranks near the bottom of all states in disbursing the benefits of the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance program. It used to be called the food stamp program, but the name was loaded with such negative connotations in the political arena that program administrators changed it.

CalFresh, an even more positive-version of the moniker, is California’s name for the federal SNAP program.

According to the Food Advocates report, only 57 percent of eligible Californians participated in CalFresh in 2011.

That low number is not because people in the state are in such good shape they need no assistance. CalFresh qualifies recipients based on income. Participants can receive CalFresh benefits if they earn a gross income of 125 percent or less of the federal poverty level. The low participation rate in the state means that California loses out on an estimated $3.5 billion a year in federal nutrition benefits.

The money that gets disbursed through the nutrition program creates an economic multiplier effect because people who have more money to spend on food can spend more money on goods and services after they meet their food needs. That stimulates local economies, state economies and the national economy. The nutrition program creates that economic benefit while it improves the health of participants through healthy eating, which in turn yields additional economic benefits because the program results in a healthier population.

Looking at just the raw first-line numbers (minus the health implications) that the nutrition program would produce in California, Food Policy Advocates estimates that the nutrition-program money that stays on the table would generate $6.3 billion in additional economic activity in the state.

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despite county health and human service administrators trying to boost the numbers. But the county hasn’t been without some success, proof that it’s not impossible to reach residents who need supplemental nutrition assistance.

According to a letter the county Health and Human Services Department sent to the state in 2012, “The number of people enrolled in the CalFresh program in Marin increased dramatically from 2009 to 2011. Despite this growth, there are still eligible residents who are not benefitting from the program.”

That letter was sent in part to notify the state that Marin was developing strategies to increase participation. The state required all counties to create strategic plans to increase utilization in 20132015.

The increase in Marin was noted through 2011, the year tabulated in the utilization numbers in the Food Policy Advocates report. It states there was a monthly average of 9,103 Marin residents participating in CalFresh. There also was a total monthly average of 21,329 residents who were eligible for CalFresh benefits. That means there were 12,226 Marin residents who were eligible for CalFresh but did not avail themselves of the benefits for a variety of reasons. If all eligible residents had received the benefit, an additional $30.8 million would have flowed into Marin in economic activity.

According to the Food Policy Advocates report, as of December 2013, “Nearly 4.3 million Californians were enrolled in CalFresh. This translates to more than $615 million in monthly nutrition assistance benefits for eligible children, adults and seniors. Participating households received an average of $330 in monthly CalFresh benefits during fiscal year 2013.

Marty Graff, social services program manager for Marin, says that in 2014 Marin issued $1,275,918 in CalFresh benefits. Households received an average of $243 per month. Individuals received an average of $150 per month.

The county disbursed benefits to 5,020 households that included a total of 8,494 individuals. That number of individuals in 2014 is lower than the average number of individuals who received benefits in 2011, according to the Food Policy Advocates study.

››newsgrams Appeals court puts fork in salmon injunction The legal whirlpool over property rights vs. fish rights in San Geronimo continued last week, when the California Court of Appeal reversed two parts of a 2012 Marin County Superior Court judgment one of which, most notably, had placed an injunction against development along Lagunitas Creek.

The court not only tossed the development injunction, but also a key part to a controversial 2007 environmental impact report on development along San Geronimo creeks—so the long-term status of building along creeksides is still in murky waters, folks.

The latest flip-flop in the Salmon Protection and Watershed Network’s (SPAWN) lawsuit challenging the county’s 2007 environmental impact report on salmon habitat in the Lagunitas watershed came March 5, when the 1st Appellate District Court of Appeal in San Francisco sided with the county in its appeal of the injunction placed two years ago by Judge Lynn Duryee that halted approval of development until a stream conservation ordinance is adopted by the county. According to county officials, “the court found that the injunction had been improperly issued because there was no factual basis upon which to grant it.”

It wasn’t all a washout for the nonprofit SPAWN, however, as the court also invalidated the controversial 2007 EIR, saying it didn’t contain “... meaningful analysis of the likely cumulative impacts of a widespread buildout [in the San Geronimo Valley]” under the Countywide Plan.

The difficult swim toward updated creek-side building regulations stems from the 2007 EIR, which led to an update in the Marin Countywide Plan, which called for stricter development regulations in San Geronimo to protect the sensitive salmon habitat. Development too close to the creek, argues the Forest Knolls-based fish watchdog group, leads to the destruction of the foliage needed to shade the creek and keep its temperatures habitable for Coho salmon.

According to some estimates, the state Coho population has plummeted by nearly 99 percent over the past 50 years—largely due to development.

But when county officials dragged their feet in approving a stricter creek ordinance, SPAWN took them to court in 2010, challenging the EIR’s compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act, leading to the 2012 injunction against development.

Looking for compromise, an interim ordinance was approved by the Board of Supervisors in October 2013. It would extend the current 100-foot ban on building near creeksides by another 20, 50 or 100 feet, depending on the size and location of the lot and the extent of riparian vegetation surrounding the stream. But with most of the developable parcels in that area already developed, argue county officials, any new creekside building applications would require a site-specific level of review.

County Supervisor Steve Kinsey, whose District 4 represents the San Geronimo Valley, feels that both fish and human should be able to coexist peacefully in Marin.

“We can protect the salmon without unfairly penalizing existing homeowners,” says Kinsey, “and the court’s permission to continue processing permits in the SanGeronimo Valley reinforces that.”—Jason Walsh San Rafael’s Azteca Market raided for allegedly selling coke alongside cola ...

Montezuma’s revenge has nothing on this case—as proprietors of Azteca Market, located in the Harbor Shopping Center in San Rafael, were arrested in an alleged drug-fueled DEA raid on March 5.

Authorities arrested owner Alfredo Lopez, 50, store clerk Alejandro Miranda, 27, and alleged supplier Miguel Macias, 24, following a year-long investigation into the market’s alleged sale of cocaine and methamphetamine. Investigators, who had been posing undercover to survey the three men and the market, believe that funds were deposited into a cash machine at the market and then wired to Mexico.

The raid involved agents from the Marin County Major Crimes Task Force, DEA, Marin drug task force, San Rafael police, California Highway Patrol and IRS, and included simultaneous searches in an organized three-countywide bust. An undisclosed quantity of suspected cocaine and methamphetamine was seized from the market.

Sgt. Pierre Ahuncain of the Marin County Major Crimes Task Force says drug users were regularly buying meth from Azteca Market in various quantities. Investigators executed warrants and searched Macias’ two apartments and cars, and found three pounds of suspected cocaine, alleged meth, 11 weapons and nearly $4300. According to officials, no drugs were found at the homes of Lopez and Miranda, but investigators did seize three rifles and eight handguns at the Lopez residence.

On March 6, Lopez was arraigned in a federal court in San Francisco on various drug and conspiracy charges, said Casey Rettig of the Drug Enforcement Administration. Meanwhile, Miranda was indicted on similar charges, and Macias was arrested in Daly City.

The Azteca Market closed for business on Thursday, March 6.—Liz Uhlig

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1. Lombard Street’s“crookedest street in the world”is located on what San Francisco hill?

2. Those large, white, puffy clouds, usually a sign of good weather, are called what?

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4. Steven Spielberg’s movies have altogether grossed over $4 billion, with an average of $150 million per film. What two films have been his biggest box office successes? Years were 1982 and 1993.

5. Article III, Section 3 identifies the only crime specifically mentioned in the U.S. Constitution.

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6. What was the purpose of this conference of world leaders in Crimea in 1945? What resort city was the location? Name these three world leaders who attended.

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7. What two players on the Golden State Warriors have been called, by their coach, the“best-shooting backcourt in NBA history”?

8. Can you identify three countries that border Iran, whose names begin with the letter ‘A’?

9. What tube with a 9-letter name carries food from the mouth to the stomach?

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10. Identify the national animals of these countries: 10a. United States (two words) 10b. Thailand 10c. Switzerland BONUS QUESTION: Literary scholars generally agree that William Shakespeare wrote in what historical form of the English language? (You’ll need three words to describe it.)

Correction: In last week’s column we erroneously mentioned that the first time a woman was elected to the U.S. Senate was 1992. In fact women have served, been appointed and even elected to the U.S. Senate earlier, most notably Margaret Chase Smith, elected in 1948. Thanks to Larry Fahn and others, for the clarification.

Howard Rachelson invites you a big Grateful Dead Trivia Contest on Sunday, March 16, from 6-8pm in the Grate Room at the Terrapin Crossroads in San Rafael. Free, with prizes. Contact howard1@triviacafe.com for more info. www.triviacafe.com. ▲ Great news for those of us who were never sure whether to slam on our brakes or floor the gas at the intersection of Third and Irwin in San Rafael. After five years of making drivers paranoid, the city has decided to can the Big Brother-esque red light camera surveillance at the end of this month. Though we’re all for improving safety on busy streets by discouraging lead-footed, red light runners, it turns out that the cameras only slightly decreased the accident rate. And, there was a price to pay, namely to Redflex Traffic Systems, the outside vendor that ran the program. San Rafael follows a nationwide trend, as the number of cities using the system has decreased since participation peaked in 2012. Drive safely.

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▼ Tamalpais High School is losing three math teachers. Anders Fairbanks, Ryan Fedoroff and Juan Vidal were asked to resign or accept notice that they would not be rehired for the next school year. Was the decision based on job performance or administration politics? Tam students, parents and teachers, including the head of the math department, have protested the dismissals and want answers. Many believe the plight of the three math teachers is due to the math department’s resistance to participate in a pilot program from New Tech Network, an organization that claims it is “re-imagining education.”

Students work in teams on “project-based learning,” and “are accountable to their peers.”

We think the math department’s reluctance adds up and the district should reconsider the teacher dismissals.— Nikki Silverstein

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photos of women injected with Botox. In the end, I did nothing.

The day of the Jewish speed dating, a cold front moved in and thunderstorms arrived.

The weather guaranteed a bad hair night and dictated no sexy sandals. Just when I decided to cancel, Mandy, the event coordinator sent out an e-mail stating that we had the perfect set-up of eight men and eight women. Jewish guilt prevented me from bailing on my fellow tribesmen. I bucked up, tucked my unruly hair behind my ears and donned a clingy top and my best pair of denim. What a trooper.

In the midst of a drenching downpour, I drove across the bridge and made it to Polk Street. Excellent work, but my short-term memory loss kicked in and I forgot the street number of the bar. I did what I always do when I’m lost—call Rick. He gave me directions and wished me luck. (While I appreciated his assistance, I was also annoyed that he wasn’t annoyed at my request.)

I parked my car, braved the rain and walked into the Pour House. I sat my tush on a bar stool, ordered a ginger ale and chatted with the attractive woman next to me.

Lara, too, was there for speed dating and immediately put me at ease with her humor.

It helped that she admitted to being several years older than I. We briefly discussed ditching the place and getting a bite to eat, but the starting bell rang.

The next hour was a blur. Literally. I forgot my reading glasses and couldn’t read my score sheet, which left me with no way to take notes. One man would depart and another appeared immediately in his place.

When the dates were over, I recalled only a few moments.

Listening to a 50-year-old man talk like a surfer dude irks me, even if he does ride the waves. The psychologist shared that it takes six months to determine if someone you’re dating is crazy. Rave dancing is a spiritual experience according to the religions professor.

The odor of an engineer reminded me that though we may be in a drought, showering before a date is required. A Berkeley attorney announced that I was geographically undesirable and dared me to change his mind.

I realized that my Hebrew is terrible when I spoke with the Israeli man. A salesman became boorish quickly as he bad-mouthed his ex-wife.

Lara approached me as I gathered my belongings and whispered in my ear, “I think I’m going to ask you out on a date.”

“Not good, huh?” I asked.

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I met someone at Jewish speed dating ant to know the hottest ticket in town? A seat at Jewish speed dating. We’re not talking about a picky host or a stringent screening policy.

Speed dating needs an equal number of men and women. With single guys in short supply, we gals sign up for a waiting list.

Every time Rick, my on- and off-again beau of 10 years, takes a hike from our relationship, I attempt to attend Jewish speed dating. I actually got in a couple of years ago, but Hurry Date, the event sponsor, cancelled when it coincided with the Giants going to a playoff game. Yet another reason I hate sports.

Imagine how my heart sped up when I received an e-mail a couple of weeks ago from Hurry Date that instructed me to put on my dating shoes. Never mind that years without a date left me with out of style attire—it was my turn at bat.

The premise of speed dating is simple.

Each woman stays seated at her assigned table. The men rotate through and spend five minutes with every woman. It’s an easy way to meet a variety of people in a short time.

After each date, you jot a note to yourself about the person and whether you’re interested in seeing him again. You submit your yays and nays the following morning on a website and the host tallies the dance cards.

You like them, they like you, it’s a match and contact information is exchanged.

During the days that led up to the event, anxiety developed. My hair had an unkempt look, as I tried to grow it out from my recent dyke cut. Should I set back my path to regain my femininity and get it trimmed? Or apply product and risk the oily look?

My wardrobe has experienced a steady decline from years of working at home in yoga pants and a tee, hiking with my dog in sensible, unattractive gear and going out with Rick in comfortable blue jeans and a roomy sweater. What do single women of a certain age wear on a date? Nothing in my closet qualified.

The final issue that wracked my nerves was the age group of 40 to 55. We describe men in the upper third of that range as distinguished. Too bad we don’t have an equivalent term for women like me in their late 40ish years. Seriously, how could I compete with a fresh-faced 40-year-old gal who might still have a few viable eggs for the mature man who wants children?

Enough. I needed to take control of my new status as an unattached woman.

Highlight my assets and hide my deficits. My action plan included stopping every woman on the street with a short ’do to ask about her hair stylist, perusing hip boutiques for an outfit and marveling at the before and after

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The causes for the low utilization in the state and in Marin are complex.

Kerry Birnbach, nutrition policy advocate at Food Policy Advocates, says, “Stigma, complex application processes and confusion about program eligibility, among other factors, can contribute to low CalFresh enrollment. State and local leaders have taken important steps to bolster CalFresh access and participation by mitigating these factors. Some changes to CalFresh have been implemented statewide, such as removing the fingerimaging requirement and establishing stronger connections between CalFresh and Medi-Cal. Those stronger connections between CalFresh and Medi-Cal are part of a strategy called horizontal integration.

An estimated 95 percent of the state’s residents who qualify for Medi-Cal also qualify for CalFresh, but the number of CalFresh participants who also receive Medi-Cal benefits is much lower than that 95 percent potential.

In addition to integrating a CalFresh enrollment procedure with a Medi-Cal enrollment process, the arrival of the Affordable Care Act should prove to be a boost for CalFresh enrollment. “Horizontal integration is a goal that should help us in both directions [health and nutrition],” says Graff, increasing CalFresh and Med-Cal and ACA participation.

“Eligibility workers are trained in all programs.” When a potential client comes in

and applies for one benefit, say Medi-Cal, an eligibility worker can say to them they also are eligible for other programs and ask them if they would like to apply for CalFresh, for example. In addition, says Graff, “We are partnering more with the community.”

One of those partnerships is with the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank. “That is a growing partnership,” says Graff. “We are delighted to have their help. Sometimes they can be more successful in the outreach component because they are not viewed as the government reaching in to someone’s life.”

With all the effort the county has mustered to increase CalFresh participation, the question remains: Why do the participation numbers remain so anemic? The county hopes that its outreach programs and the horizontal integration approach will yield increased participation numbers in the next few years. But a large component that could increase the participation rate rests on the desks of legislator sin Sacramento. A perennial problem for county eligibility workers in Marin and other counties has been non-standardization in the CalFresh application process. And despite the state declaration that it was instituting plans for 2013-2015 to increase participation, severe impediments to increasing participating still exist.

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tion process that potential recipients can view as overly complicated. Simplifying the application process, streamlining it, making it easier to apply, would seem to be the simple answer. But SNAP is a federal program and CalFresh is a state program and Marin must abide by bureaucracy. “CalFresh is a state administered program,” says Graff, “we process applications; we have to follow state regulations. As simplifications become available, we implement them as promptly as we can.”

State Senator Mark DeSaulnier, D-Concord, has introduced SB 1147, which would require the state, in collaboration with stakeholders, to establish statewide customer service standards. It also would set performance standards, including setting annual goals and make the standards and goals available to the public. The bill also would require the state to develop a data management tool that could track CalFresh applications that also would be available to the public.

Birnbach says Food Policy Advocates is sponsoring the DeSaulnier bill.

Taking a snapshot of the details in the CalFresh program isn’t an easy task for administrators in the Marin CalFresh program. In the 3-year statewide plan released in 2012 to improve CalFresh participation, one of Marin’s goals was to determine why benefits for Marin beneficiaries were discontinued. Entering and exiting the CalFresh program is call “churn.” High churn rates are bad.

Part of the problem is that twice a year, CalFresh beneficiaries must routinely recertify their participation. In addition, if participants have any changes in income, they must update the information with the CalFresh program. Administrators believe the recurrent rules and procedures contribute to the high churn rate, but precise data is lacking. Streamlining the recertification and reporting procedure could reduce the churn rate.

Marin isn’t “very far along” in collecting the pertinent information and why beneficiaries drop out of CalFresh, says Graff. “The implementation of the Affordable Care Act has really taken center stage.” Marin just doesn’t have enough personnel to handle the crunch that came with ACA enrollment and also deal with CalFresh numbers. Part of the problem rests with the inability of the county to dedicate office power to collecting information for a CalFresh database. Funds that come for the CalFresh program go to providing benefits to residents. The first ACA open enrollment period is ending, however, and the county may be in more of a position to look at the Cal Fresh churn rate and other impediments to CalFresh participation.

Graff notes that things like churn rates can sometimes be influenced by fairly straightforward factors—such as people failing to respond to notices sent that it’s time for recertification. And the fear

that some potential beneficiaries hold in applying for a government program is real. In Marin, the CalFresh application landscape is complicated by an immigrant population that remains deeply distrustful of the government. He’s heard that some people think that if they apply for CalFresh, “their children will be the first to be drafted,” despite the fact, of course, that there is no draft.

Seniors sometimes are hesitant to enroll in CalFresh because they think their need is less than that of others. Seniors who are close to the cutoff point on the beneficiary income scale may not apply because their benefit may be close to the minimum allotment of $15 a month, and they think it’s not worth the trouble and the risk of the government meddling in their financial affairs. Although those situations exist in Marin, they don’t account for the fact that more than 12,000 residents could be receiving CalFresh benefits but aren’t in the program. It’s not that the need doesn’t exist.

The county used its outreach resources last year to mount a CalFresh Awareness month. The plan is to hold an awareness month every year. This year’s month is in May. The outreach events are one way the county tries to combat myths surrounding CalFresh that may pose an impediment for potential clients. Among the myths is the assumption that residents must apply in person for benefits.

Actually potential participants can apply by phone, mail and online. Applying for and receiving CalFresh doesn’t affect immigration status, schooling or military service. Recipients can work. The stigma factor has been greatly reduced through the use of cards that look like credit cards and are used in the same way in stores. Gone are the days of food stamp booklets with stamps looking vaguely like Monopoly money, a sure indication at the checkout line that someone is a food stamp recipient.

Single Marin residents qualify for CalFresh if they have a monthly gross income of $1,211 or less. A couple qualifies with a gross monthly income of $1,640 or less. Three people qualify with a household income of $2,069 or less. And a four-person household must earn $2,498 or less. There are additional participation criteria for households with a greater number of residents.

More information and applications for CalFresh, Medi-Cal and the California Work and Opportunity program are available at www.c4yourself.com.

Potential clients also can apply for CalFresh at West Marin Health and Human Services in Point Reyes Station, 415-663-8271; at Marin County Health and Human Services in San Rafael, 415473-3400; and at Marin County WIC (Women, Infants & Children), also in San Rafael, 415-473-6889. Y Contact the writer at peter@pseidman.com.

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Home sweet homeschool More Marinites—and Americans—are opting for DIY education ...

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ay “homeschool” in a crowded room, and you’re likely to hear the familiar stereotypes: sheltered children who never glimpse the sun; hovering, overbearing parents who think they can do it better than teachers; strange, eccentric families that fear the outside world.

But the numbers tell a different story. Homeschooling in America isn’t reserved to the lunatic fringe: according to the Department of Education’s Center for Education Statistics, more than 2 million kids are homeschooled in the United States, a figure that has nearly doubled in the last decade. That represents about 3 percent of our school-age children—by no means a majority, but far too many to dismiss out of hand.

The trend holds true in Marin—the group Marin Homeschoolers alone boasts 115 member families. Marin mother Barbara McVeigh describes her come-to-homeschooling moment, which came in 2009, on the popular Marin Mommies blog: “Last August my daughter’s assigned first grade desk sat empty, and I felt a lump in my throat. Because instead of driving her to our local school, one noted for its academic achievements and containing her kindergarten friends from last year, we decided to take an alternative route. We went fishing that day where we got hooked ... with a creative group of homeschoolers, a community growing in Marin.”

Many Marin homeschoolers, it’s clear, are anything but cooped up. They go out in nature, they take trips, they participate in playgroups and campouts, they learn from private tutors. Some even attend school part-time, often via a charter. But the thread that ties them together is moms and dads who have opted out of the five-daya-week, desk-bound schooling schedule that’s been the norm in this country for more than a century.

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but some statistics suggest the answer can be a resounding “yes.”

Looking at standardized test results from the 2007-08 school year, the National Home Education Research Institute found that the average homeschooled student scored in the 89th percentile in reading, the 84th percentile in math and the 86th percentile in science—more than 30 points above the average public school student in each case.

“Homeschooling can offer real academic advantages over the regular classroom,” education consultant Marc Lapointe writes in his book, Standing in the Education Gap. “Things like one-to-one interaction, choice of resources, teaching approaches, fewer distractions and greater academic challenges.”

The face of homeschooling may be changing—especially in progressive enclaves like Marin—but nationwide the number one reason parents homeschool their kids is still religion. By itself that isn’t a negative, but in places where anti-science “theories” like creationism and a 6,000-year-old earth are creeping into public school classrooms, it’s easy (and frightening) to imagine what’s being taught (and not taught) to homeschoolers. Then there’s the economic consideration: to do it right, homeschooling parents must devote significant time and resources—a tall, if not impossible, order for two-job families.

And that’s the key: commitment. Schools are just buildings; it’s the teachers that light the flame. The same holds true with homeschooling: If you’re a motivated, educated parent who avails yourself of the proper resources and takes care to socialize and expose your child to the world, the choice can pay dividends.

“There are challenges, as there are with any decision,” McVeigh concludes in her Marin Mommies post. “Homeschooling is a full time job, and there are good days and bad days.” Yet, she adds, her daughter recently said five words that made the decision worth it: “I want to homeschool forever.” Y Teach Jacob a lesson at jacobsjottings@gmail.com.

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ransgender students in California have used by far-right extremists to oppose nonmore clearly defined rights since the discrimination laws that protect transgender School Success and Opportunity Act people. The term is geared to incite fear and went into effect on Jan. 1. panic at the thought of encountering transIntroduced by Assemblymember Tom Am- gender people in public restrooms.” miano, who represents part of San Francisco, This kind of linguistic misunderstanding and signed by Govis part of what makes ernor Jerry Brown in transgender kids August, then-bill AB vulnerable, according 1266 underscored to Vanessa Cavalexisting anti-discrimlaro, youth program ination legislation coordinator for the with specifics like, “A Spectrum LGBT pupil shall be permitCenter, located in San ted to participate in Rafael. sex-segregated school “One of the reaprograms and activisons that transgender ties, including athletic and gender nonteams and competiconforming students tions, and use facilities are being targeted consistent with his or is that people lack her gender identity, the education,” she irrespective of the said during a phone An image created for the AB 1266 bill after it passed the gender listed on the interview, regarding California Senate. pupil’s records.” understanding what A coalition called Privacy for All Students, being a transgender person means. which includes the conservative, legal-defense “A lot of people just are afraid of what nonprofit Pacific Justice Institute, aimed to they don’t know, so they make assumptions, have the law overturned by referendum. The and stereotypes and bigotry happen because effort was derailed after the Secretary of State’s people ... are afraid to ask questions and be office said in February that 131,857 of the vulnerable.”

619,387 signatures collected from registered GLAAD’s glossary defines “transgender,” voters were invalid. The group collected too—”an umbrella term (adj.) for people 468 signatures in Marin, 440 of which were whose gender identity and/or gender expresdeemed valid. sion differs from the sex they were assigned At least 504,760 valid signatures, basically 5 at birth”—noting that people aren’t “transpercent of the total votes cast for the governor genders,” a noun, but transgender people. in 2010, were required for the referendum “Gender identity,” the organization explains, is to go on the November ballot. While staff at “one’s internal, personal sense of being a man Privacy for All Students did not return calls or or a woman (or a boy or a girl). For transgenemails, a release on the organizations website der people, their birth-assigned sex and their called “It’s Not Over” says that the coalition own internal sense of gender identity do not will investigate why signatures were deemed match.” invalid and that it is preparing for a “legal Brad Dacus, president of the Pacific Justice battle ahead.”

Institute, says that all students are hurt by the The main issue AB 1266’s detractors new law, whether or not they identify with have with the now law is the permission of their birth sex. students to use facilities, especially restrooms “I believe all school districts should be and locker rooms, that align with their gender encouraged to adopt policies that meet these identity. The Pacific Justice Institute has two goals—providing a safe and respectful largely focused on prospective narratives of accommodation for those students who have girls being exposed to boys masquerading as sincere gender identity dysphoria,” he said. girls. It and like-minded groups have often “While at the same time protecting all boys called AB 1266 “the bathroom bill,” a term and girls from having to be at any time naked that some School Success and Opportunity or exposed visually to someone from the opAct supporters consider a slur. posite biological sex.”

In its Transgender Glossary of Terms, the In December, the Marin County Office LGBT-advocacy group GLAAD says that of Education passed a resolution supporting “bathroom bill” is “a new term created and the School Success and Opportunity Act. The

resolution doesn’t dictate policy at Marin’s schools, but it does serve as a template for them, according to Lisa Schwartz, the office’s director of safe schools and prevention programs.

About 75 people, including school administrators, counselors and teachers, attended a workshop about the new law that the Office of Education hosted in January. With a presentation from Spectrum, Schwartz said the workshop addressed how to “understand language, understand how the issues of identity and supporting all kids all the time can pose new protocols for schools from elementary through high school.”

A presentation from a transgender student at San Rafael High School, who wanted to be free from any gendered label, blew Schwartz away.

“There are kids who identify with a gender other than their biological—and I’m hesitating because I’ve learned new language in that

workshop and was like, ‘Oh wow’,” she said.

“The pronoun that [the student] prefers used in referencing is ‘they’ or ‘them.’ ... This is an individual who doesn’t want to be pigeonholed in any particular way. They said, ‘I’d rather you come up and ask me a question than make an assumption.’”

Schwartz added that the navigating the new law and learning how to help transgender students hasn’t just been “easy and peasy.”

Schools are sorting out particulars like how showers are handled for the swim team.

But Cavallaro stresses that the School Success and Opportunity Act isn’t just about who uses what facility, but the sports students might want to play or the pronouns they use to define themselves.

“A lot of students, not just LGBTQ, get targeted just for being different. That’s a culture that needs to change, and I think that this bill is definitely a way to do that.” Y Educate Mackenzie at mmount@pacificsun.com.

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he differences between men and women have been written about endlessly and analyzed incessantly. But are the differences so severe and the divide so evident, that it’s best to approach education with separation in mind?

Proponents of single-gender education think so, arguing that it increases test scores and graduation rates, and provides solutions to behavioral problems. Advocates of the coeducation model contend that a parting of the sexes during a critical developmental stage can lead to increased discrimination and stunted social skills. In early 2008, Harvard University’s Education Next and the Program on Education Policy and Governance co-sponsored a nationwide survey that found that one-third of Americans said parents should have the option to send their child to a single-sex school.

Despite the interest, single-gender education can be viewed as a model of the past.

Boys and girls were regularly separated at school until 1833, when Oberlin College in Ohio had the first mixed-sex classes in the United States. Co-education classes sprouted up in the late 19th century and early 20th century around the U.S., and have since become a recognized model worldwide. In Marin,

single-gender education has held its ground for 164 years, until now.

At a meeting on Jan. 17, San Domenico School’s board of 20 directors unanimously voted to admit boys to the all-girls high school in the fall of 2015.

Cecily Stock, San Domenico’s head of school and alumni, explains that whether to embrace coeducation in the high school program had been an ongoing conversation. “For us the time was right. We have more children coming in, and it’s a vibrant co-ed community,” Stock says.

San Domenico was founded in 1850 in Monterey as the first independent school in California. The school moved to Marin in 1965, tucked behind the eucalyptus-lined streets of San Anselmo’s Sleepy Hollow. Now, the school consists of two campuses: the lower campus, a co-ed pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade and the upper campus, an allgirls high school. Both campuses remained all-girls until 1973, when the lower campus began admitting boys into the school’s prekindergarten program.

In recent years, Stock says tension had grown surrounding the school’s inclusivity.

“We were, in a sense, artificially ending the program for our families that have sons.”

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An aerial view of San Domenico’s 515 acres in San Anselmo.

With the change next fall, San Domenico will be the only school in Marin County that provides co-ed classes for students from prekindergarten through 12th-grade. It will also mark the end of single-sex schools in Marin County.

“With any change there’s always some sense of loss,” Stock says. “We want to continue to preserve some of the wonderful traditions that we have, to make sure we keep our commitment to our female students and to continue to develop leadership skills and a strong voice.”

Stock stresses that the change was not a political decision about single-gender education, but rather was a rallied effort to embrace community and increase enrollment. Currently San Domenico has 624 students; only 170 of those students are in the high school program. Adopting a coeducation model for the high school is projected to add another 150 boys over the next five or six years.

“Many of the girls are open to having boys on campus, as well,” Stock says. “I think there are advantages to both models. If you think about diversity—males and females is another type of diversity—at a co-ed school, you’re able to explore that. Our world is a co-ed world.”

San Domenico’s roster also includes students from all over the world. Students from seven countries are in the boarding school program, and students from 19 different countries attend the day school program.

Stock says international students help shape the unique “global education” experience students receive at San Domenico. She and the board of directors explored the preference of single-sex education versus coeducation on a global level.

“We found in most countries coeducation is the preferred model for high school education, and with a commitment to a

global experience, we wanted to make sure we continued to be a relevant choice for other countries,” Stock says. “We anticipate having more students attend from a wider range of countries.

“It adds to the educational experience—it’s exposure to the cultural celebrations, belief systems,” she says. “And many students won’t get that experience until they go to college, especially in Marin County, where there tends to be not as many international communities represented.”

A recent study published in the American Psychological Association’s journal Psychological Bulletin looked at the effectiveness of single-sex education on a global level. According to the APA’s analysis of 184 studies and more than 1.6 million students worldwide, single-sex education is unlikely to offer an advantage over co-ed schools.

Janet Shibley Hyde, PhD, of University of Wisconsin-Madision, authored her findings in a Feb. 3 APA press release. “Proponents of single-sex schools argue that separating boys and girls increases students’ achievement and academic interest,” Hyde says. “Our comprehensive analysis of the data shows that these advantages are trivial and, in many cases, nonexistent.”

With a decreased interest in single-sex education globally and a supportive community, Stock is excited for San Domenico’s “forward momentum.” Stock has been head of school for a year and is a graduate of San Domenico’s high school. She attributes her understanding of the school’s programs and the right timing as two major factors that will allow her to help with the school’s transition.

“There was spirited debate over making the decision, but once it was made, the community has really rallied together,” Stock says. Y

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hat we love about working together,” says Marin violinist and orchestra leader Dick Bright, when asked about teaming up with San Francisco comic Bob Sarlatte, “is that he’s a comedian who loves music and I’m a musician who loves comedy.

“We’ve been friends for 30 years, and we’re having a ball!”

These days, Bright and Sarlatte—both longtime fixtures on the Bay Area music and comedy scenes—are co-hosting a 90 minute weekly variety show, Fun with Dick and Bob, at the 142 Throckmorton Theatre in Mill Valley.

About a year ago, theater founder and executive director Lucy Mercer approached the two fun-loving pals about The leopard print suit isn’t the funniest thing Dick Bright putting together a music-themed show as a has prepared for audiences at the 142 Throckmorton counterpart to 142 Throckmorton’s popular Theatre in Mill Valley.

Tuesday night comedy shows hosted by terman Show, a film and TV actor, and the Mark Pitta. field announcer for the San Francisco 49ers.

“Bob and I have been in the business He also is a former radio DJ who used a long time and we have a lot of friends around town,” says Bright, a Greenbrae resi- to sing with the irreverent Bay Area oldies band Butch Whacks and the Glass Packs— dent. “So we get our friends to come down credentials that make him highly qualiand entertain the troops. There’s a little talk fied to invite the “Fun with Dick and Bob” about show biz and then we have a lot of audience to test his knowledge in a segment laughs and a lot of great music.” called Stump the Genius. “He knows every The intimate Letterman-style show, hit record from 1958 to 1975,” says Bright. held in the theater’s smaller 40-seat room, features performances by Bright’s swing-jazz “So someone in the audience will give him a song title, for instance, and he’ll name the trio. The band performs everything from singer and the year it was released.

Adele and Burt Bacharach to Cole Porter “If you’re lucky—or unlucky, as the case and the Turtles. Recent guest singers have included Lorin Rowan and Glenn Walters of may be—maybe he’ll sing four bars.”

Since the show debuted last month, other the Hoodoo Rhythm Devils.

Bright’s resume includes stints as the special guests have included local chefs, bandleader of the Bay Area Music Awards sports figures and such local comics as Will (aka the Bammies), arranger for David By- Durst and Johnny Steele. rne and Joe Strummer, music director of the “It’s like a hipper West Coast Live,” says Fairmont Hotel’s Venetian Sarlatte, referring to Room (where he shared the popular Saturday NOW PLAYNG the stage with Tony Benmorning NPR program Dick Bright and Bob Sarlatte nett, Ella Fitzgerald and produced in San Franhost Fun with Dick and Bob on James Brown, among othcisco. “It’s funnier and Saturday mornings, at 11am, at ers), and co-leader of the has more variety to it.”

142 Throckmorton Theatre in novelty act Little Roger Mill Valley. Free. Seating is limAdds Bright, “At the and the Goosbumps ited. 383-9600. very least, we’d love (whose “Gilligan Island/ eventually to do a steady Stairway to Heaven” parpodcast. We’re still cutody was a Dr. Demento ting our teeth—we’ve been doing the show classic. for a little over a month. But when we feel Last month, the veteran Bay Area bandthat the show’s really tight, we’ll try to turn leader and dog lover released an album of this into a broadcast. All I know is that we’re pooch parodies titled Canine Classics, Vol. 1, having fun. which includes such spoofs as “Turning “And, like I say,” he adds with a chuckle, Pekinese” and “I Want a New Pug.” “admission is free, so the price is right.” Y Sarlatte also has worn many hats over the Have fun with Greg at gcahill51@gmail.com. years. He performs regularly in Las Vegas and is a frequent guest on The David Let-

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Baldwin lives in southern California and is the queen of succulents. After a long time drooling over her plant and design photos, I decided to get to work.

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emember the good ol’ days when we had rainy winters in northern California? Things are changing. I guess rain went out with faxing. With no rain, low reservoirs and the county’s home and residential water bills precipitously on the rise, succulents have heroically stepped up. They’ve taken the mantle; they’ve become the new black. Well, actually, they’re not that new. The succulent family arrived on the scene roughly 10,000 years ago and they’re sure to be sticking around longer than their allotted 15 minutes of fame. Such low water, easy-peasy, low maintenance, happy plants are a “must” these days.

I recently came across a succulent art project in Sunset magazine and I decided to take a stab at making my own “living wall”. The only problem was I had no idea what I was doing.

So I did some research at Debra Lee Bald-

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Don’t judge a box by its wire.

It doesn’t suck to be a succulent during a drought.

culents such as agave, aloe, echeveria and aeonium. Or, purchase them at nurseries such as Sloat, Green Jeans, Sunnyside, West End and Cottage Gardens of Petaluma. Either way, you’ll go positively dizzy from all the whimsical shapes, colors and sizes. You’ll want a mixture of approximately 40-50 specimens per 12- by 12-inch box.

When selecting your plants, look for the small pups; that is, the baby plants that are attached to the main plant or rosette. These pups easily snip off and voila, create a brand new succulent, identical to the parent plant. Try to keep the cuttings stem to at least one-forth inch long. Clean off any brown old growth. Then set the pups aside for a few days in a cool area with light shade. This will allow the cut marks on the stems to sufficiently callus over. The new plantings do not need to be watered yet. The beauty of these plants is they store water in their pulpy leaves.

Step 5: Flip the frame over and nail a 1-foot square of plywood or cement board onto the back.

Step 3: Cut your wood. I made two 1-foot square boxes simply because I didn’t want to do more complicated math. Feel free to cut to any size you like. I used 1- by 4-inch redwood but you can also use pieces of two-by-four and woods such as cedar or mahogany. I started with an 8-foot length of 1-by-4 and cut it in half. I then cut each of those two pieces into four equal lengths. This left me with eight pieces of 1-by-4 in 1-foot lengths. I had the right amount to make two boxes, each 12- by 12-inches.

Step 4: Because I have that nice neighbor with fancy saws, I was able to cut a shallow groove the width of a saw blade into all four sidewalls of my box. If you want to cut a groove, set your saw blade half an inch from the top of your sidewall. I then assembled three sides of my planter box with nails and then slid a piece of wire screen into the groove before nailing the fourth and last sidewall to the box. You don’t have to do the ‘groove step’.

It just makes the box look a little more polished. However, my first box didn’t have the groove. I merely stapled the wire screen atop the sides of the box and it looked fine.

Step 6: If you have a miter saw, you can also cut fancy trim to mount to the top of the box, thus giving it the look of a picture frame. This isn’t necessary but it certainly gives the box extra flair.

Step 7: Lay the box flat and fill it with moist Cactus mix. You’ll gently sprinkle the potting soil down through the wire mesh, adding more soil and tamping it down to cover any air pockets.

Step. 8: Here comes the fun part. Plant away! Push the plant’s stem into the soil through the mesh squares gently. Design it any way you’d like. There really isn’t any wrong way. It’s ART, baby! Then let it sit in your yard for ten days to two weeks. After that you can begin watering it weekly. You’ll have to be patient one more time. It takes four to 12 weeks till the plants grow proper roots so that you can hang it vertically.

The box can have its final home living outdoors or indoors, on a wall that gets morning or filtered sun. Then remember to water it every two weeks by removing it from the wall, laying it flat and watering gently. Let the water drain before hanging it back on the wall.

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SG Plants has over 500 varieties of spellbinding succulent specimens. If you don’t have a saw, or a neighbor with a few fancy saws, you can buy a preassembled frame from Robin Stockwell in Castroville (www. sgplants.com, 831-632-0482) or the whole kit and caboodle planted for you beautifully at Flora Grubb (www.floragrubb.com) in San Francisco. To watch a short video of Robin Stockwell building a plant frame go to www.sgplants.com. Y Plant a seed with Annie at www.dirtdiva.com.

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St. Patrick’s Day saturates Marin

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he first two items in this week’s column are two perfect looks at Marin’s food scene here and now, in March of 2014. Each reveals our passionate interests, each on a different level.

WHAT’S IN YOUR BACKYARD The Marin County Free Library along with community partners and sponsors is involved in a months-long “book club”— One Book One Marin. The work being explored is Novella Carpenter’s bestseller, Farm City: The Education Of An Urban Farmer—a masterful memoir full of information on how ordinary householders can become food producers, with plenty of reasons on why they should.

Beyond discussions of the book to be held at all the libraries throughout the county there will be exciting free events open to the public covering topics like backyard beekeeping and raising chickens, urban goats and bunnies; seed saving methods and tomato growing in our climate. Guest experts will make appearances, including Peter Martinelli (Fresh Run Farms) discussing organic techniques for gardens of all sizes, Gilbert Guerrero of Temescal Homebrewing on making your own beer, Guido Prosini of True Grass Farms on raising and preparing meat that fosters bioregional flavor. Carpenter will be joining KQED host Michael Krasny in Culminating Celebration, a conversation at Domnican University Wednesday, April 30. For details on all these programs, discussions and even a visit to San Anselmo’s community garden, information is accessible at www.onebookonemarin.org.

EGG-CELLENT CHOICE FOR DATE NIGHT A Marin first is anticipated to occur this month in Sausalito, the opening of a caviar tasting room. Deborah Keane, an aquaculture expert who previously co-owned a sturgeon farm near Sacramento, is founder of California Caviar Company, a thriving business providing domestic and imported roe to restaurants and retailers. Now she is hoping to teach all of us how best to enjoy and use her select choices from around the world. Most newsworthy these days is the company’s launch of cruelty-free (“correct”) caviar in America—harvested without killing the fish, a positive development in the sustainable caviar movement. The tasting room at 1403 Bridgeway, open by appointment only, will include a wine bar, offering samples of caviar by the spoonful (it will be sold by the gram) and eventually there will be small plates of complementary accompaniments suitable for a light meal.

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Accoutrements for proper service (natural bowls and spoons, coolers) will be for sale along with a range of conventional and infused roes. Watch for the opening on CCC’s Facebook page. 415/332-0826. www.californiacaviar.com.

THE GREEN-EYED SAINT If Guinness and lager are more on your mind it may be because St. Patrick’s Day happens on Tuesday. This is Marin, after all, so celebrations are scheduled over the weekend and into the actual day (Monday, March 17).

Here’s a list of places for gettin’ the green on. Saturday, March 15: Fairfax Brewfest is an annual bash with 22 breweries from Northern California and the Northwest pouring their best, live music, pub food for sale (corned beef sandwiches, grilled sausages) and a competition to select the people’s choice from among the beers.

Free valet bike parking. The fun begins at noon; there are outdoor and indoor beer gardens. Ticket costs vary. Check details at www.fairfaxbrewfest.com ... Sunday, March 16: The annual Saint Patrick’s Day Festival and BBQ is a long standing tradition in West Marin. It takes place at the Dance Palace (noon-4pm) and includes heaping plates of chicken and/or pasta with fixings. Wine and beer will be available on sale. Afternoon fun includes music, games, booths with homemade baked goods. Information: www.dancepalace.org ... Many restaurants will be adding an Irish touch to their specials list on Monday, March 17, but some will be more enthusiastic than others. Finnegan’s Marin (877 Grant Avenue, Novato) is famous for its day-long feast (11:30am1:30am) with live music, Irish foods and a singalong (4:30pm). Reservations only for eight or more. 415/899-1516 ... There’ll be authentic bagpipes at Moylan’s in Novato, 6-10pm, and plenty of Irish food to enjoy with its Irish-style brews. Check www. moylans.com. Y

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as often happens), an emphasis on character and relationships rather than plot, brief film-style scenes, and liberal use of technology to make a nonverbal impact.

As far as I can tell, Kreitzer’s main theme is that Wonder Woman comics and the invention of the polygraph machine were important contributors Liz Sklar is a little tied up in playwright Carson Kreitzer’s ‘Lasso of Truth.’ to the feminist revolution that changed Western ver the past decade or so of playsociety in the last half of the 20th century. going, I’ve noticed an interesting She offers no proof of the former except to programming trend developing at say (in an interview printed in MTC’s play Bay Area non-profit theaters. In earlier program) that WW as a comic book and times, a typical five play season might TV show helped her to conclude, when include a mix of an American “classic” she was growing up, that women could from the period stretching from O’Neil to escape their stereotyped roles. Strong Albee, and three or four fairly recent audi- hints about the reasons for her enlightenence tested off-Broadway hits; occasionalment are spelled out in dialogue between ly, the fifth slot might be filled with a “hot” a young woman (appealingly portrayed young American writer, or (very rarely) an by Lauren English) and a comic book import from abroad. seller (an appropriately introverted Jon These days, the emphasis is all on Riedlinger) that unfortunately sometimes young, new and now! This obviously benhas more the feeling of an academic panel efits the latest generation of playwrights, discussion than a budding relationship. who now have a much better chance of That pair, in fact, is just a side show for seeing their work on stage, and it also the main event. Most of Kreitzer’s play fosters an exciting creative environment revolves around the person of William for theater producers and the artists they Moulton Marston, portrayed as an idealisemploy. At the same time, it imposes tic genius by Nicholas Rose. His contributheir youthful artistic tions to feminism were sensibilities and preoc- NOW PLaYING many: as a psychiatrist, cupations on the older artist of the Wonder Lasso of Truth runs through Sunday, folks who fill most Woman avatar, invenMarch 16, at the Marin Theatre Compaof the seats, some of tor of the lie detector ny, 397 Miller Ave., Mill Valley. Informawhom may welcome and pioneer in polygytion: 415/388-5208, or marintheatre.org. the experience, some nous family living. His not so much. interactions with two This brings us to Marin Theatre lively and outspoken women, wife (Jessa Company’s current production of Carson Brie Moreno) and mistress (Liz Sklar) are Kreitzer’s Lasso of Truth. Commissioned among the evening’s highlights. in 1910 by MTC in collaboration with the All of this might seem like a couple of National New Play Network, after closing hours of theoretical musings were it not in Mill Valley the play will embark on a for the high-tech wrapping that director rolling national premiere that will include Jasson Minadakis and his design staff proruns in Atlanta and Kansas City. Kreitzer vide, especially the large projected cartoon herself is no beginner. She’s been around panels by Jacob Stolz and Kwame Braun’s long enough to amass a formidable prostaged video interview with feminist icon duction resume, but what makes Lasso a Gloria Steinem. Lasso of Truth contains a kind of case study for the trend I described lot of passionately delivered intellectual is the way she manifests the qualities that content about feminism to chew on. A lot. predominate among young American The truth is—maybe too much. It isn’t as if dramatists. These include intense personal we haven’t heard it all before. Y engagement with the subject (or subjects, Charles can be reached at cbrousse@att.net.

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Bring it on Oscar ballot competition makes ‘The Hunger Games’ look like child’s play

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“M

y personal favorite film of the lot?” calls Juliette. “It’s two minutes to Oscar year is Nebraska, but the one I time!” think will win the Oscar is 12 “I actually know John Ridley, the guy who Years a Slave,” states Lito Briano, scooping wrote 12 Years a Slave,” Pokorny tells me. up a handful of popcorn from the bowl on “He used to be a stand-up comic, too, and I the coffee table. worked with him in Vegas a million years “My personal favorite is Her,” I counter. ago. He was super funny and really smart.

“But the one I think is going to win is GravI’d be thrilled if he won the Oscar for best ity.” adapted screenplay.” He consults his ballot “It could happen,” nods Briano—actor, di- again. “Yep. John Ridley. Best adapted rector and video store clerk. “The Academy screenplay. never honors science fiction. It’s outside “I’m gonna be doing a lot of name-droptheir comfort zone. So if that did happen, I ping tonight,” he adds. would be so thrilled.”

“Quiet everyone! Here we go!” says “I’d be thrilled too,” says Dave Pokorny, Juliette, turning up the volume on the whose coffee table Briano is currently television set, as the last of about two dozen parked at. The house is packed with people, people squeeze into position on a variety of all guests at the big Oscar night party couches, chairs and stools. The music swells, Pokorny throws annually. A long-time and Ellen DeGeneres walks out onto the stand-up comic, Pokorny has worked clubs Oscar stage. all over America. “I’ve worked with Ellen “She’s actually really nice,” Pokorny whisDeGeneres,” he happily name-drops, wavpers. ing a hand mysteriously at the television, And then, 90 seconds later, Ellen has where Ellen herself is about to appear as pointed out Liza Minnelli, suggested that host of the Oscar ceremony. it’s a Liza impersonator, and exclaimed, Pokorny now lives in Petaluma with “Good job, sir!” his wife Juliette, a former production and “Ooooh! Ouch! Wham!” says Pokorny.

‘Limelight’ may have won 20 years after it was made, but we are still waiting for Charlie Chaplin to win best dressed. editorial manager at Pixar. She’s the reason “I guess Ellen isn’t always really nice,” I the house is attractively crammed with observe, raising my voice to be heard over 20 years after it was made? telecast lasted 216 minutes, which is 36 Pixar movie posters and art from films she Pokorny’s laughter.

“Limelight, directed by Charlie Chaplin,” minutes longer than The Wolf of Wall worked on, including Ratatouille and Cars.

DeGeneres’ monologue continues, offers Briano, casually.

Street, which did not end up winning the “Want to know what I think is going to eventually arriving at the point where “Wow. Was he right?” says Pokorny. award for best film. win?” he asks, checking his ballot. Everyone she reminds everyone in the theater that “Limelight? Really?”

“And the Oscar goes to ...” says presenter has a ballot. Per tradition, the guests at the the Oscars are not about competition but He was right. Chaplin’s 1952 comedyWill Smith, “12 Years a Slave!”

Pokorny’s party all vote on which films will about celebrating the art of movie-making. drama was blacklisted, and not officially “Congratulations,” I say, scratching Gravwin which awards, and at the end of the That may be true of Hollywood, but when released until 1972. Juliette holds out the ity off my list, as Pokorny gracefully glows night, the winners get cool prizes—DVDs Anne Hathaway appears to announce the bag, and Briano pulls out what appears in triumph. He only missed two out of all of movies by current nominees. During first winner of the night, the Pokorny’s to be a kazoo. It will be the first of many 23 nominees, putting him in a three-way commercials, there are Oscar-themed trivia living turns into a cross between Jeopardy, prizes Briano collects tonight, as he proves tie for first place. questions, and each correct answer wins a Spartacus and The Hunger Games. to be some sort of Oscar trivia savant.

“Awesome,” he says. “Awesome show. chance to pull a prize from the bag Juliette “And the Oscar goes to ... Jared Leto!”

Next Question: Who was the oldest I’m really happy for John Ridley, too. He is clutching as she checks to make sure all Hathaway purrs.

Oscar winner ever? deserved to win.” of the guests have filled out their ballots.

“Got that one!” boasts Pokorny, as the “Jessica Tandy,” he says. “Driving Miss Briano, it turns out, got just 21 right out “Um, 12 Years a Slave is going to win,” says sound of cheers and mighty fist-pumping Daisy.” of 24.

Pokorny, consulting his paper. “Is it good? fills the air. Some folks sigh and scratch Who was the oldest nominee?

“I can’t believe I beat you, dude,” says I haven’t seen it. I’ve only seen two of the that category off their ballots while others, “Gloria Stewart, Titanic.”

Juliette. nominees. I’ve seen Captain Phillips, and including myself (nailed it!) circle the item An hour later, Briano has been banned The big winner at the Pokorny party, I’ve seen Gravity.” and gaze warmly at the pile of prizes. “That from answering trivia questions, and the though, turns out to be a young man “I think Gravity is going to win,” I tell him. was an easy one, though,” Pokorny admits.

Pokorny’s are neck and neck for first place named Danny, who was competing hard “For best picture?”

“Wait till we get to best foreign language in their winner predictions. I’ve missed to win the other prize of the night: the “Yep.” film. Then we’re going to have a contest!” two, but have a moment of hope when the award for least correct answers. It’s an an“Well, good luck with that,” he says. “I’ve After Leto’s movingly honest acceptance Oscar for best animated short goes to Mr. nual thing, and Danny has proven adept at been on the web all day, checking multiple speech (“To all those of you out there who Hublot, which I picked to win, instead of picking the losers. websites, and the odds are that Gravity is gohave ever felt injustice because of who you Get a Horse, which was Pokorny’s choice.

“How’d you do, Danny?” says Pokorny. ing to win everything except best actress and are or who you love, tonight I stand here in “I’m closing the gap, dude,” I throw “I got zero right!” he crows, being prebest picture. For best actress, Cate Blanchett’s front of the world with you and for you”), down. sented with his prize. “Zero! Three years in going to win for Blue Jasmine. I didn’t see we reach the first commercial break.

“Yeah well, the night is far from over, my a row!” Y that either. I’ve been pretty busy lately.”

“Trivia time!” Juliet sings. friend,” he tosses back.

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Lark: Sun 1 Fairfax: Fri-Sat 1, 9:35 Sun-Thu 1 Cinema: Thu 8 Fairfax: Thu 8 Playhouse: Thu 8 Rowland: Thu 8, 11:05 Northgate: Fri-Mon 11:20, 2:10, 4:50, 7:30, 10:10 Rafael: Fri-Sun 4, 6:30 Mon-Thu 6:30 Regency: Fri-Sat 11, 11:45, 12:30, 1:40, 2:30, 3:30, 4:15, 5:15, 6:15, 7, 8, 9, 9:50, 10:25 Sun-Thu 11, 11:45, 12:30, 1:40, 2:30, 3:30, 4:15, 5:15, 6:15, 7, 8 kThe Grapes of Wrath (Not Rated) Regency: Sun 2 Wed 2, 7 The Great Beauty (Not Rated) Rafael: Fri 4:30, 7:30 Sat-Sun 1:30, 4:30, 7:30 Mon-Thu 7:30 Her (R) Sequoia: Fri 4, 7, 9:55 Sat 10, 1, 4, 7, 9:55 Sun 1, 4, 7 Mon, Tue, Wed 4, 7 Wed 4 kThe Lunchbox (Not Rated) Rafael: Fri 4:15, 6:45, 9:05 Sat-Sun 2, 4:15, 6:45, 9:05 Mon-Thu 6:45, 9:05 The LEGO Movie (PG) Fairfax: Fri-Sat 12:10, 3:15, 6:05, 8:45 Sun-Wed 12:10, 3:15, 6:05 Thu 12:10, 3:15 Marin: Fri 4:35, 10; 3D showtime at 7:30 Sat 11:20, 4:35, 10; 3D showtimes at 1:50, 7:30 Sun 4:35; 3D showtimes at 1:50, 7:30 Mon-Tue 4:35; 3D showtime at 7:30 Northgate: 2, 7:05; 3D showtimes at 11:30, 4:30, 9:35 Rowland: Fri-Wed 11:55, 4:50, 7:20; 3D showtimes at 2:25, 9:50 kThe Metropolitan Opera: Werther (NR) Lark: Sat 9:55am Wed 6:30 Marin: Sat 9:55am Wed 6:30 Regency: Sat 9:55am Wed 6:30 Sequoia: Sat 9:55am Wed 6:30 Mr. Peabody and Sherman (PG-13) Cinema: Fri-Wed 11:25, 4:30, 7; 3D showtimes at 2, 9:25 Thu 11:25, 4:30; 3D showtime at 2 Fairfax: Fri-Sat 12, 2:20, 4:40, 7:10, 9:30 Sun-Thu 12, 2:20, 4:40, 7:10 Marin: Fri 4:05, 9:25; 3D showtime at 7 Sat 10:55, 4:05, 9:25; 3D showtimes at 1:35, 7 Sun 4:05; 3D showtimes at 1:35, 7 Mon-Wed 4:05; 3D showtime at 7 Northgate: 10:35, 1:05, 3:35, 6:10, 8:40; 3D showtimes at 11:50, 2:20, 4:55, 7:25, 9:55 Playhouse: Fri 3:45, 6:20, 8:45 Sat 1:15, 3:45, 6:20, 8:45 Sun 1:15, 3:45, 6:20 Mon-Thu 3:45, 6:20 Rowland: Fri-Wed 11:30, 4:35, 9:40; 3D showtimes at 2, 7:05 The Monuments Men (PG-13) Lark: Fri 5:15, 8 Sat 2:30, 5:15, 8 Sun 12:15, 6:30 Mon 7 Tue, Thu 4:30 Wed 3:30 Regency: Fri-Sat 11:05, 1:55, 4:45, 7:35, 10:25 Sun 11:05, 7:35 Mon-Tue, Thu 11:05, 1:55, 4:45, 7:35 Wed 11:05 kMuppets Most Wanted (PG) Fairfax: Thu 7 Playhouse: Thu 7 Nebraska (R) Fairfax: Fri-Sat 12:30, 3:30, 6:30, 9:20 Sun-Thu 12:30, 3:30, 6:30 Need for Speed (PG-13) Larkspur Landing: Fri 10:40pm; 3D showtime at 7:45 Sat-Sun 11, 4:50; 3D showtimes at 1:55, 7:45, 10:40 Mon-Thu 9:30; 3D showtime at 6:30 Northgate: 6:05, 9; 3D showtimes at 10:50, 12:20, 1:45, 3:10, 4:40, 7:35, 10:25 Rowland: Fri-Wed 10:55, 4:45; 3D showtimes at 1:50, 7:40, 10:35 Non-Stop (PG-13) Larkspur Landing: Fri 5, 7:30, 10:15 Sat-Sun 11:40, 2:20, 5, 7:30, 10:15 MonThu 7, 9:35 Northgate: 11:10, 1:50, 4:45, 7:40, 10:25 Rowland: Fri-Wed 11:40, 2:15, 5, 7:45, 10:20 Philomena (PG-13) Fairfax: Fri-Sat 12:20, 2:40, 5, 7:10, 9:35 Sun-Thu 12:20, 2:40, 5, 7:10 Larkspur Landing: Fri 5:45, 8, 10:15 Sat-Sun 11, 1:15, 3:30, 5:45, 8, 10:15 Mon-Thu 6:45, 9:15 RoboCop (PG-13) Northgate: 10:55, 1:40, 4:35, 7:20, 10:15 The Rocket (Not Rated) Rafael: Fri, Mon-Thu 8:50 Sat-Sun 1:45, 8:50 kThe Single Moms Club (PG-13) Northgate: 11:25, 2:15, 5, 7:50, 10:30 kThe Sleeping Beauty (PG) Regency: Thu 7 Son of God (PG-13) Northgate: 12:45, 4, 7:10, 10:20 Rowland: Fri-Wed 12:40, 3:50, 7, 10:10 3 Days to Kill (PG-13) Northgate: 10:40, 1:30, 4:25, 7:15, 10 Rowland: Fri-Wed 11, 1:45, 4:30, 7:15, 10 300: Rise of an Empire (R) Fairfax: Fri-Sat 12:40, 4, 6:55, 9:30 Sun-Wed 12:40, 4, 6:55 Thu 12:40, 4 Larkspur Landing: Fri 5:15, 10:15; 3D showtime at 7:45 Sat-Sun 12, 5:15, 10:15; 3D showtimes at 2:30, 7:45 Mon-Thu 9:40; 3D showtime at 7:15 Northgate: 11:05, 1:35, 4:15, 6:50, 9:30; 3D showtimes at 12, 12:50, 2:35, 3:25, 5:10, 6, 7:45, 8:35, 10:30 Playhouse: Fri 4:15, 7, 9:20 Sat 1:30, 4:15, The Dallas Buyer’s Club (R) kDivergent (PG-13) Frozen (PG) Gloria (R) kThe Grand Budapest Hotel (R)

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Live music 03/14: Big Brother and the Holding Company, Tom Finch Group 9pm. $15-20. 19 Broadway Bar and Night Club, 17 Broadway Ave., Fairfax. 459-1091. 19broadway.com.

03/14: Crazy Famous, HugeLarge Rock. 8pm.

Free. Twin Oaks Tavern, 5745 Old Redwood Highway, Penngrove. twinoakstavernpenngrove.com.

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03/14: The Doc Kraft Band Swing, latin, reggae, rock, zydeco. 8:30pm. $8. Fort Baker Presidio Yacht Club, Fort Baker, Sommerville Road, Sausalito. 601-7858. dockraft.com.

03/14: The Gravel Spreaders 9pm. $8. Smiley’s Saloon, 41 Wharf Road, Bolinas. 868-1311. smileyssaloon.com

03/14: Groovin with the Phillip Percy Pack Jazz and R&B. 7pm. No cover. Rickey’s

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Patty Smythe tribute. 8pm. No cover. Rancho Nicasio, Town Square, Nicasio. 662-2219. ranchonicasio.com.

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Free. Peri’s Silver Dollar, 29 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax. 459-9910. perisbar.com.

03/14: Kevin Hayes, David K Matthews, Dewayne Pate Rock. 9:30pm. $7. The Sleep-

ing Lady, 23 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax. sleepingladyfairfax.com.

03/14-15: Phil and Friends 8pm. $79. Terrapin Crossroads, 100 Yacht Club Way, San Rafael.

524-2773. terrapincrossroads.net 03/14: Rowan Brothers 6:30-9:30pm. The Trident, 558 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 331-3232. thetridentsausalito.com 03/14: Tainted Love 80s tribute. 9pm. $27-32.

Sweetwater Music Hall, 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley. 388-1100. swmh.com.

03/14: Terrie Odabi Jazz, gospel, blues, soul vocalist. 8pm. $15. Fenix Supper Club, 919 Fourth St., San Rafael. 813-5600. fenixlive.com/music/calendar.

03/14: The Dharma Bums Founded by Tibetan scholar Phil Void in the early 1970s in India and Nepal. 8pm. $15-20. Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C St., San Rafael. 457-4191. opensecretbookstore.com.

03/15: Alive and Squeezing Tour: the Mad Maggies and Those Darn Accordions 8pm.

$15. Rancho Nicasio, Town Square, Nicasio.

662-2219. ranchonicasio.com.

03/15: Beso Negro 9pm. $10. Smiley’s Saloon, 41 Wharf Road, Bolinas. 868-1311. smileyssaloon.com

03/15: Sila African. Native Elements opens.

9pm. $17-19. Sweetwater Music Hall, 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley. 388-1100. swmh.com.

03/15: Vinyl Funk, rock, blues. 9pm. $15-18.

HopMonk Novato, 224 Vintage Way, Novato.

892-6200. hopmonk.com/novato.

03/15: Flying with Dragons: Benefit Concert with Members of Santana Band Benefit-

ing Blue Star Music Camps and the Marin School of the Arts. 8pm. $45-95. Kanbar Center for the Performing Arts, Marin JCC, 200 N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael. 389-5072. murphyproductions.com.

03/15: Galactic Brushy One String opens. 9pm. $36. McNear’s Mystic Theatre, 21 Petaluma Blvd.

North, Petaluma. 707/765-2121. mystictheatre.com.

03/15: Jerry Hannan Benefit for Sweet Relief.

9pm. $10. 19 Broadway Bar and Night Club, 17 Broadway Ave., Fairfax. 459-1091. 19broadway.com.

03/15: Radiance Kirtan Band With Sri Krsna Kirtan, Radhanath and Kilimba. Organic, vegan and gluten free dinner available at 5-7pm from Radiance Cuisine. 7:30pm. $10 -20. Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C St., San Rafael. 457-4191. opensecretbookstore.com/events.

03/15: Rhythm Addicts African rhythms.

9:30pm. $7. The Sleeping Lady, 23 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax. sleepingladyfairfax.com.

03/15: St. Patrick’s Weekend Special Irish Show with Wake the Dead Celtic all-star

Grateful Dead jam band. 3pm. $18-22. Studio 55 Marin, 1455-A East Francisco Blvd., San Rafael.

453-3161. studio55marin.com.

03/15: The 7th Sons 60s-70s rock. 7pm. No cover. Taste of Rome, 1000 Bridgeway, Sausalito.

847-2670.

03/15: The Soul Satellites Soul, motown, blues. 9:30pm. $8. Peri’s Silver Dollar, 29 Broadway Blvd., Fairfax. perisbar.com.

03/16: Amy Hogan Local award-winning pianist, singer/songwriter. No cover. Fenix, 919 Fourth St., San Rafael. fenixlive.com.

03/16: Lisa Stano Vintage blues, soul, folk.

6pm. No cover. Panama Hotel, 4 Bayview St, San Rafael. 457-3993. panamahote.com.

03/16: Lorin Rowan’s Caribbean Bleu 5pm.

No cover. Rancho Nicasio, Town Square, Nicasio.

662-2219. ranchonicasio.com.

03/16: Moonlight Rodeo Original roots rock, Americana. 12:30pm. No cover. Marin Country Mart, Larkspur Circle, Larkspur. 637-2496. marincountrymart.com

03/17: Open Mic with Austin DeLone

7:30pm. No cover. Sweetwater Music Hall, 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley. 388-1100. swmh.com.

03/17: A Wild Kettle of Fish: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Irish music. 9:30pm. $7.

The Sleeping Lady, 23 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax. sleepingladyfairfax.com.

03/18: Drake High Jazz Band Youth jazz.

7pm. No cover. The Sleeping Lady, 23 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax. 485-1182. sleepingladyfairfax.com.

A heartwarming tale found in the frozen aisle ...

“No dirt movies, no snow movies, no period pieces,” former Disney CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg once told his producers, and it’s a credit to the team of Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck that they’ve turned the Katzenberg formula on its head to make a Disney animated film for the With the power of an avalanche at her fingertips, Elsa will teach you not ages—last year’s FROZEN, to judge a snowflake by its size. which brings the white stuff to shimmering life in a story that’s full of heart. Loosely adapted from Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen, this telling finds young royals Elsa and Anna torn apart by the older sister’s awful secret: A midas touch of ice that sends masses of crystals wherever she points, making all she touches lifeless and beautiful. A near-disaster drives Elsa first into isolation in the palace, then to the high peaks above Arendelle where she can live alone, embrace her power and rule over a kingdom of ice—not knowing that the world she left behind is stuck in perpetual winter. But Anna and an engaging cast of helpers won’t let it get to that. Yes it’s the stunner you’ve heard, but considering the fraught politics of women in Disney animation it’s more: A slightly revolutionary film, with a breakout use of two female leads and an empowering message of love against the forces that turn the heart to block ice, wherever it may be found.—Richard Gould 03/18: Jason Crosby and Friends with Dan Lebowitz and Stu Allen Rock. 8pm. $14-17. Sweetwater Music Hall, 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley. 388-1100. swmh.com.

03/18: Keith Burnstein New Orleans piano.

8-11pm. No cover. 19 Broadway Bar and Night Club, 17 Broadway Ave., Fairfax. 19broadway.com.

03/18: Swing Fever “Happy Birthday Nat King Cole.” 7pm. No cover. Panama Hotel, 4 Bayview St, San Rafael. 457-3993. panamahotel.com.

03/19: Achilles Wheel High energy roots and world music, rock. 8pm. $10. Sweetwater Music Hall, 19 Corte Madera Ave., Mill Valley.

388-1100. sweetwatermusichall.com.

03/19: Eugene Huggins Band with Feliz Bannon 9pm. No cover. 19 Broadway Bar and

Night Club, 17 Broadway Ave., Fairfax. 459-1091.

19broadway.com.

03/19: Gary Gates Band Jam band. 8pm. No cover. Iron Springs Pub and Brewery, 765 Center Blvd., Fairfax.485-1005. ironspringspub.com.

03/19: Todos Santos Harmonic excursion, authentic music. 7pm. No cover. Panama Hotel, 4 Bayview St, San Rafael. 457-3993. panamahotel.com.

03/20: Bill Hansell’s Guitar Pull Acoustic guitar showcase. 9pm. No cover. The Sleeping Lady, 23 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax. 485-1182. sleepingladyfairfax.com.

03/20: Deborah Winters Jazz. 7pm. No cover.

Panama Hotel, 4 Bayview St,. San Rafael. 457-3993. panamahotel.com.

03/20: The Grease Traps Funk rock. 9pm. No cover. 19 Broadway Bar and Night Club, 17 Broadway Ave., Fairfax. 459-1091. 19broadway.com.

03/20: Kirtan with Mirabei Call and response singing and meditation with live instruments. No music experience necessary. Children welcome. 7:30pm. $10 donation. Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C St., San Rafael. 457-4191. opensecretbookstore.com.

03/20: The 7th Sons 60s-70s rock and blues.

9pm. $10. Hopmonk Tavern, 224 Vintage Way, Novato. 847-2670. The7thSons.com.

03/20: The Greasetraps Soul, funk. 9pm.

Free. 19 Broadway Bar and Night Club, 17 Broadway Ave., Fairfax. 19broadway.com.

03/21: 35R and Buckaroo Bonet’s Los Tres Borrachos Rock. 9:30pm. $8. Peri’s Silver Dol-

lar, 29 Broadway Blvd., Fairfax. perisbar.com.

03/21: David Bromberg Quintet Jill Cohn opens. 8pm. $35-40. Sweetwater Music Hall, 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley. 388-1100. swmh.com.

03/21: An Evening of Ecstatic Kirtan with Ben Leinbach and Prajna Vieira Acoustic

chant and kirtan with Mukti singer Prajna Vieira and and multi-instrumentalist, Ben Leinbach.

8pm. $20-25. Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C St., San Rafael. 457-4191. opensecretbookstore.com.

03/21: Biambu’s Slow Burn 9pm. $10. 19 Broadway Bar and Night Club, 17 Broadway Ave., Fairfax. 459-1091. 19broadway.com.

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03/21: Fenton Coolfoot and the Right Time 9pm. $8. Smiley’s Saloon, 41 Wharf Road,

03/15: Haifa Symphony Orchestra of Israel Boguslaw Dawidow conducts works by Carl

Bolinas. 868-1311. smileyssaloon.com

Maria Von Weber, Dvorak, Tchaikovsky. Roman Rabinovich, piano. 8pm. Marin Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium, 10 Ave. of the Flags, Marin Center, San Rafael. 473-6800. marincenter.org.

03/21: Jose Neto and the Netoband $15.

Fenix Supper Club, 919 Fourth Street, San Rafael.

813-5600. fenixlive.com.

03/21: Staggerwing Bluegrass, Americana.

9:30pm. $7. The Sleeping Lady, 23 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax. sleepingladyfairfax.com.

03/21: Supermule and Tracorum Bluegrass, folk, Americana. 9pm. $12-15. HopMonk Novato, 224 Vintage Way, Novato. 892-6200. hopmonk.com/novato.

Comedy 03/15: An Evening of Relentless Humor in Multiple Formats from S.O.B. With Johnny Steele, Michael O’Brien and Geoff Bolt. 8pm. $20. Throckmorton Theater, 142 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley. throckmortontheatre.org.

03/18: Tuesday Night Comedy with Mark Pitta and Friends Established headliners and up-and-coming comics drop by and work on new material. $16-26. 142 Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley. 3839600. throckmortontheatre.org.

03/21: Scott Capurro 8pm. $20-25. Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley. 383-9600. 142throckmortontheatre.org.

Theater 03/14-04/13: ‘Arms and the Man’ By George Bernard Shaw. Cris Cassel directs. 7:30pm Thurs.; 8pm Fri.-Sat.; 2pm Sun. $10-15. Ross Valley Playhouse, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ross. 456-9955. rossvalleyplayers.com.

03/17: New Play Reading Series: ‘The Ironbound’ By Martyna Majok. Directed

by Daniella Topol. 7pm. Free. Marin Theatre Company, 397 Miller Ave., Mill Valley. 388-5208. marintheatre.org/productions/new-plays-program/new-works-series/.

03/19: ‘Nice Mean People’ Staged reading of a new play written and directed by Will Marchetti. 8pm. $12-15. Throckmorton Theatre,142 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley. 383-9600.

142throckmortontheatre.org.

Through 03/16: ‘Footloose’ Presented by the Throckmorton Youth Theater. 7:30pm March 14-16. 2:30pm March 15-16. $18-35. Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley. 383-9600. 142throckmortontheatre.org.

Through 03/16: ‘Lasso of Truth’ By Carson Kreitzer. Directed by Jasson Minadakis. 8pm March 7-8. See website for schedule details.

Marin Theatre Company, 397 Miller Ave., Mill Valley. 322-6026 . marintheatre.org

Through 03/16: ‘The Taming of the Shrew’ James Dunn directs. 8pm Fri.-Sat.; 2pm

Sun. College of Marin Performing Arts Building, James Dunn Theater, 835 College Ave., Kentfield 485-9385. brownpapertickets.com/event/555844.

Concerts 03/14-16: Mill Valley Philharmonic: Valenica to Andalusia: Music of Spain Orchestral music of Spain. With Jennifer Kim, guitar. Works

by Rodrigo‚ Albeniz, de Falla and Spain. Free.

8pm March 14 and 4pm March 15 at Mt. Tamalpais United Methodist Church, 410 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley. 2pm March 16 at Angelico Hall, Dominican University, 50 Acacia Ave., San Rafael.

383-0930. millvalleyphilharmonic.org.

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03/16: Celtic Music, Healing Music and Chants Music by Anton Mizerak and Laura Berryhill. St. Patricks Day celebration: refreshments for sale; no-host bar. 7pm. $10-15 suggested donation. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Marin, 240 Channing Way, San Rafael. uumarin.org.

03/19: Noontime Concert Series Noon. Free.

Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley. 383-9600. 142throckmortontheatre.org.

03/20: Left Coast Chamber Ensemble: Short Stories Works by Charles Zoll and Laurie San Martin. 8pm. $15-30. Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley.

383-9600. 142throckmortontheatre.org.

03/20: Music to Meditate and Self-Reflect With Perry Dexter. 7:30pm. No cover. Buddhist Temple of Marin, 390 Miller Ave., Mill Valley.

388-1173. buddhisttempleofmarin.org.

03/21: Freddy Clarke Flamenco, classical guitar. 8pm. No cover. Rancho Nicasio, Town Square, Nicasio. 662-2219. ranchonicasio.com.

Dance 03/14: Savion Glover: STePz Bay Area Premiere. 8pm. $20 -45. Marin Veterans Memorial Auditorium, 10 Ave. of the Flags, San Rafael.

473-6800. marincenter.org.

03/15-16: BodyLanguage Show With RoCo dance studio select youth modern dance company.

Annie Rosenthal Parr, Christine Cali and Helen Nowik, choreography. 8pm. $8-12. RoCo Fairfax, 56 Bolinas Road, Fairfax. 226-8542. rocodance.com.

03/15: Flamenco Dance Class Beginning class. With teacher Andrea La Canela. 12:30pm. $12-18. Stage Dor, 10 Liberty Ship Way #340, Sausalito. 805 708 2621. andrealacanela.com.

03/22: Pilobolus Dance Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui, Trish Sie and Penn and Teller, choreography.

8pm. $20 -45. Marin Veterans Memorial Auditorium, 10 Ave. of the Flags, San Rafael. 473-6800. marincenter.org.

Art 03/15: iPhoneography Gail will discuss how to unlock the potential of the iPhone camera.

Learn shooting tips and tricks, how to process images with apps, as well as how to print. 9am. $85. Marin Society of Artists Gallery, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ross. marinsocietyofartists.orgl.

03/19: Georgia O’Keeffe and Lake George: Modern Nature Illustrated lecture

by Maureen O’Brien, a docent from the Fine Arts Museums of S.F. Exhibition will be at de Young museum through May 11. Sponsored by the Friends of the Corte Madera Library. 7pm. Free.

Corte Madera Library, 707 Meadowsweet Dr., Corte Madera. 924-6444. marinlibrary.org.

Kids Events 03/14: Bedtime Math Glow Party Build geometric creations with glowsticks and styrofoam balls. Free event aimed at children aged 3-9.

All ages welcome. 7-7:45pm. Barnes and Noble, 313 Corte Madera Town Center, Corte Madera.

927-9016. barnesandnoble.com.

03/14: ‘Shrek: The Musical’ 7:30pm. $20. San Rafael Community Center, 618 B St., San Rafael.

485-3333. sanrafaelyoungperformerstheater.com 03/14: Spaghetti Bingo Friday Bingo and spaghetti dinner and dessert. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 6:15pm. $8. Tamalpais Valley Community Center, 203 Marin Ave., Mill Valley. 388-6393. tcsd.us.

03/15: Gustafer Yellowgold Show Multimedia concert of songs, stories and animation, performed by illustrator/songwriter Morgan Taylor. 11am. $5-16 (includes admission to the museum). Bay Area Discovery Museum, 557 McReynolds Road, Sausalito. 339-3900. badm.org.

03/15: Junior Rangers: Roy’s Redwoods Full Moon Adventure Teach youth about out-

door skills, natural history and environmental stewardship. Activities for 7-12 year olds, though all ages are welcome. Join Ranger Jacob Feickert for an easy after dark nature walk. Discuss nocturnal animals and things that go bump in the night. Dress in layers, wear sturdy shoes, bring water, snacks and flashlights. Friendly, leashed dogs welcome. Rain will cancel. 6:30pm. Free.

Nicasio Valley Road gate, Roy’s Redwood Loop trailhead, Roy’s Redwoods Preserve, San Geronimo. 473-2816. marincountyparks.org.

03/15-16: Mercy Watson to the Rescue

Marin Theatre Company presents a Bay Area Children’s Theatre Production as part of MTC’s Theater Series for Young Audiences. Written by Victoria Stewart. 10:30am and 12:30pm March 15-16; 5pm March 15. $15-20. Marin Theatre Company, 397 Miller Ave., Mill Valley. 388-5200. marintheatre.org.

03/16: Arann Harris and the Farm Band Kids Show 4pm. $7-12. Sweetwater Music Hall, 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley. 388-1100. swmh.com.

03/16: Purim Palooza: Family Carnival Swimming, arts and crafts, carnival games, food and live music. Family connections 9:3011:30am. For ages 0-3 and siblings. In the JCC Preschool a Purim costume party, music, art, treats. Carnival for all ages. Carnival games and prizes, Buki the Clown, face painting, balloon animals, bounce house and tot area, arts & crafts, photo booth, live music. Lunch available from Miller’s East Coast deli. 11:30am-2:30pm. Free.

Osher Marin JCC, 200 N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael. 444-8000. MarinJCC.org/purim.

03/17: Sarah Mlynowski A Special Event for Teens. “Don’t Even Think About It.” 6pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 9270960. bookpassage.com/event bookpassage.com.

03/18: Pajama-rama Evening story time.

Come in your pajamas and bring a favorite stuffy.

Fairfax Library, 2097 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Fairfax. 453-8151. marinlibrary.org

03/21: Auditions for Kids Musical Theatre Production“Malice in the Palace: the Story of

Esther.” Performances on May 16. Open to all children grades 2-8. Auditions held on March 21 from 3:45-5pm or 3:45-4:30pm March 20.

Rehearsals will be Fridays 3:45-5pm and Sundays 4-5:30pm. 3:45pm. $75. St. John’s Church Parish Hall, 14 Lagunitas Road at Shady Lane, Ross.

456-1102 ext. 111. stjohnsross.org/events.html.

03/21: Chris Columbus “House of Secrets: Battle of the Beasts.” 10am. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. bookpassage.com.

03/21: Phil Bildner “The Soccer Fence: A Story of Friendship, Hope, and Apartheid in

South Africa.” With illustrator LeYuen Pham and author/ editor Kevin Lewis. 6pm. Free.

Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. bookpassage.com.

03/22: Sprout Grand Opening Party Story time, face painting, live music and movement.

10am-6pm. Free. 12 Miller Ave., Mill Valley.

389-1312. sproutsanfrancisco.com.

Film 03/14: ‘The Trials of Muhammad Ali’ 12:30pm. Free. Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth St., San Rafael. 454-1222. thetrialsofali.com.

Outdoors 03/15: MMWD Habitat Restoration: Canyon and Moore Trails French broom removal along the Moore Trail. Meeting location is Marin Stables at the end of Wood Lane in Fairfax. Age 8 or up can volunteer. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have a permission form signed by a parent or guardian. Volunteers under 16 must have an adult chaperone present at the event. 9am1pm. Free. Marin Stables, Wood Lane, Fairfax.

945-1418. marinwater.org 03/15: Trail Maintenance Team Help maintain our trail system. Learn maintenance skills from basic to complex. No experience necessary.

Projects take place in different locations throughout parks and preserves. Trail maintenance is strenuous and requires a moderate to high level of fitness. 9am. Free. Lucas Valley Field Office, 18 Jeannette Prandi Way, San Rafael. 473-3778. marincountyparks.org.

03/16: Trek over San Pedro Ridge You may drive by this forested ridge every day, but after this walk you’ll never look at it the same way again. Car shuttle so for a one way hike back over the ridge.

Walk is for ages 15 and up. No pets (except service animals) please. Heavy rain may cancel. 10am.

Free. Meet at trailhead on San Pablo Ave., San Rafael. 893-9508. marincountyparks.org.

03/21: Baltimore Canyon See early blooming wildflowers. Within a mile of the gate, find an amazing assortment of different habitats. Walk is for ages 15 and up. No pets (except service animals) please. Heavy rain may cancel. 10am. Free.

Baltimore Canyon Preserve, Crown Road, Kent Woodlands. 893-9520. marincountyparks.org.

Readings 03/14: Andy Douglas “The Curve of the World: Into the Spiritual Heart of Yoga.” 7:30pm. Free.

Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael.

457-4191. opensecretbookstore.com/events.

03/14: Dave Barry “You Can Date Boys When You’re Forty: Dave Barry on Parenting and Other Topics.” Lunch catered by Insalata’s of San Anselmo. $55 includes lunch and a signed book.

Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. bookpassage.com.

03/14: Shahan Mufti “The Faithful Scribe: A Story of Islam, Pakistan, Family and War.” 7pm.

Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. bookpassage.com.

03/15: Edward Slingerland “Trying Not to Try: The Art and Science of Spontaneity.” 7pm.

Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. bookpassage.com.

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03/15: Helen Oyeyemi “Boy, Snow, Bird.”

03/19: Cara Black and Libby Fischer Hellmann “Murder in Pigalle.” 7pm. Free. Book

Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera.

927-0960. bookpassage.com/event.

03/19: Galadrielle Allman “Please Be with Me: A Song for My Father, Duane Allman.” 6pm.

Free. Book Passage, 1 Ferry Building, San Francisco. 927-0960. bookpassage.com.

03/21: David Richo “How to Be an Adult in Love: Letting Love in Safely and Showing It Recklessly.” 1pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. bookpassage.com.

03/21: Peter Stark “Astoria: John Jacob Astor and Thomas Jefferson’s Lost Pacific Empire.”

7pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. bookpassage.com.

Community Events (Misc.)

03/14: John Kehoe: A World of Chocolate As the Vice President of Sourcing and Development for TCHO in S.F., Kehoe works with cocoa farmers around the world to grow high quality cocoa beans and develop sustainable agricultural methods. In his talk, he will share stories from a career spent promoting sustainable, fair trade cacao production in the name of delicious chocolate. Chocolate samples included. 7pm. Free. Sausalito Public Library, 420 Litho St., Sausalito. 289-4121. ci.sausalito.ca.us/index.aspx?page=992.

03/14: Sausalito Stargate Experience

Geometric structure made from titanium and copper. Inter-dimensional doorway, created from Sacred Geometry. The structure of the evening consists of short meditation with background music, guided by Alcazar channeled through Prageet and Julieanne. 7pm. $20. Sausalito Healing Arts, 85 Liberty Ship Way, Suite 103, Sausalito. 484-9522. bpt.me/586749.

03/14: Taking Control of your Job Search

“Finances at 50+.” Free, three-part 90 minute workshop will help participants build habits that can improve their financial situation. Reservations required. Noon. Free. YWCA Marin, 4380 Redwood Hwy. Suite A-1, San Rafael. 479-9922 . ywcasf-marin.org.

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1pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. bookpassage.com.

03/15: John Hewitt The Mill Valley author signs “Drone Baloney.” Noon. Free. The Book Depot Bookstore and Cafe, 87 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley. 383-2665. depotbookstore.com 03/15: Tremors “Tremors: New Fiction by Iranian American Writers.” Contributors Anita Amirrezvani, Persis Karim and Jasmin Darznik will be present to celebrate the release. 4pm. Free.

Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. bookpassage.com.

03/16: Chris Pavone “The Accident.” 4pm.

Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. bookpassage.com.

03/16: Lisa Osina “A Wolf Song: A Story of Forgiveness through Gratitude.” 7pm. Free. Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera.

927-0960. bookpassage.com.

03/17: Phil Klay “Redeployment.” 7pm. Free.

Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. bookpassage.com.

03/18: Simon Schama Co-Sponsored by Marin JCC. “The Story of the Jews.” 7pm. Free.

Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera. 927-0960. bookpassage.com.

Are you a deadhead? Find out at Howard Rachelson’s trivia night at Terrapin Crossroads Sunday, March 16.

03/15: Channeling the Wisdom of the Masters Experience Michele Newman channel the High Council of the Star System, Sirius.

They call themselves Coriana and offer wisdom to assist individuals in healing their core wounds, health issues, relationship blockages and financial abundance flow. 12:30pm. $49. Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C St., San Rafael. 457-4191. opensecretbookstore.com/events.

03/15: Clearing Toxic Energies from a Home with Wayne Hoff This presentation

covers the different kinds of toxic energies that Wayne has found in homes. Wayne talks about his methods of detection and about some methods he uses to clear these energies. 1:30pm. $5-7.

Town Center of Corte Madera Administration Bldg. 201, 770 Tamalpias Dr., Corte Madera.

564-6419.

03/15: St. Patricks Singles Dance 8pm. $10.

Embassy Suites Hotel, 101 McInnis Pkwy, San Rafael. 507-9962. thepartyhotline.com.

03/14-16: Recycle your Art and Find New Treasures Silent Auction dates: 10am-5pm

March 14-15; Noon-3pm March 16. All proceeds will be used to support the Library’s collections.

Free. Belvedere-Tiburon Library, 1501 Tiburon Blvd, Tiburon. 789-2665. thelibrary.info.

03/16: Photographer Howard Schatz

“Caught in the Act.” 3pm. $10. Four Points Sheraton, 1010 Northgate Dr., San Rafael. 450-1079. howardschatz.com.

03/16: Grateful Dead Trivia Night With master of ceremonies Howard Rachelson. 6-8pm.

Terrapin Crossroads, 100 Yacht Club Way, San Rafael. 524-2773. terrapincrossroads.net

03/17: St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon with the Gasmen Irish dance music and lunch.

Space limited. 11:45am. $10-12. Whistlestop Active Aging Center, 930 Tamalpais Ave., San Rafael. 456-9062 . whistlestop.org.

03/19: Gardens of Alcatraz Presented by horticulturist Shelagh Fritz. Learn about the historic and sustainable gardens of Alcatraz. 7pm. $5. Tamalpais Valley Community Center, 203 Marin Ave., Mill Valley. tcsd.us.

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50’s to Now, and a Tribute to Patty Smyth 8:00 / No Cover “Alive and Squeezing Tour” kickoff THE MAD MAGGIES AND THOSE DARN ACCORDIONS 8:00 LORIN ROWAN’S CARIBBEAN BLEU with ERIC MCMANN, MATT WILLIS, AND KEN EMERSON 5:00 / No Cover FREDDY CLARKE Classical/ Flamenco Guitar Virtuoso 8:00 / No Cover DANNY CLICK AND CD Raerletya!se THE HELL YEAHS! P “Captured Live” 8:30 Classic Songs MIKE LIPSKIN AND DINAH LEE Stride Piano meets Vocal Prowess 5:00 / No Cover CHUCK PROPHET AND

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A sensational crooner, Poretz, brings the music of Frank Sinatra and Bobby Darin to life once again.

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03/18: Dishcrawling Under the Mountain

03/20: An Evening with Caroline Casey

Explore downtown Mill Valley through food.

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03/18: Free SAT Prep Workshops Discover strategies to improve performance and reduce stress on your SAT exams with math mentor Dale Steinmann. 7pm. Free. Corte Madera Library, 707 Meadowsweet Dr., Corte Madera. 377-1541. marinmentor2020.com.

Visionary activist astrologer, devoted to the principle that imagination lays the tracks for the reality train to follow. Therefore the cultivation of imagination coupled with the capacity for complex story telling is a key strategy for personal and collective change. 7:30pm. $20-25.

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03/18: Home Brewing with Gilbert Guerrero Learn about the history and chemistry of beer and how to brew from start to finish. 7pm.

Free. Marin City Library, 164 Donahue St., Sausalito. 332-6157. marinlibrary.org.

03/18: Pints and Prose Literary talk, beer and open mic. 6pm. Free. Peri’s Silver Dollar, 29 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax. perisbar.com.

03/19: Marine Wildlife Photography in Alaska, Tonga and Beyond Renowned

Seattle-based photographer Jon Cornforth shares his images from travels around the world. Hear his stories about what it takes to return from an adventure with unique photos from the ends of the Earth. Registration required. 7pm. Free.

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03/19: The Secret Life of Bees: a One Book One Marin Program Beekeeper and

master gardener James Campbell will share how to turn your garden into a pollinator paradise.

Noon. Free. Civic Center Library, 3501 Civic Center Dr., Room 427, San Rafael. 473-6058. marinlibrary.org

03/20: Women Who Make a Difference

Celebrate Women’s History Month with AAUW Marin, Dominican University and the YWCA of San Francisco and Marin. Enjoy wine and nibbles while networking with representatives from several Marin nonprofits that support local women and girls. Hear a lively talk by former radio talk-show host John Rothmann on the Cultural and Political Contributions of America’s First Ladies. 5:30pm. $20. Guzman Lecture Hall, Dominican University, San Rafael. 457-0862. marin-ca.aauw.net.

03/21: Elected Women’s Luncheon Celebrate Women’s History Month with keynote speaker Maureen Sedonaen.11:30am. $45. The Club at McInnis, 350 Smith Ranch Road, San Rafael. 897-1224. mwpac.org.

03/21: Robert Haley: The Road to Zero Waste The City of S.F. is a global leader in recycling and waste management, with a goal of zero waste by 2020. Where S.F. leads, Marin County is likely to follow. What does a zero waste future mean for Marin? Join Sausalito resident and S.F. Zero Waste manager Robert Haley for a look at the future of garbage.This event will be held after hours inside the Sausalito Public Library. 7pm. Free. Sausalito Public Library, 420 Litho St., Sausalito. 289-4121. ci.sausalito.ca.us/index.aspx?page=992. ✹

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What's Your sign?

Week of March 14 – March 20, 2014

BY LEONA MOON

ARIES (March 21 - April 19) Have you been working overtime, Aries? Take a break from work on March 16 when the full moon in Virgo spotlights your house of health and organization. Bring out your Neti pot and Swiffer to focus on your health and matters at home. After all, there’s nothing more refreshing than the smell of a Swiffer wet pad.

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20) Tie up loose ends this week, Taurus! Your twelfth house of healing and closure is demanding so on March 20. No one wants to ask the 65-year-old downstairs neighbor to return your complete collection of Buffy the Vampire Slayer on DVD—it’s embarrassing enough you own it—but it must be done. It’s now or never; and that 90s time capsule is worth it.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 20) FaceTime your mom! A lovely lady in your life is pining for your affection, oh popular one. Your house of home and family is highlighted on March 16. You’ve been busy, but make some time for your family this week. If you can’t do an in-person cameo, do your best to let your loved ones know you haven’t forgotten their phone number, or worse yet, their names.

CANCER (June 21 - July 22) Cat got your tongue? Hopefully not, watery one. The full moon on March 16 is here to help you communicate. Charge your Bluetooth and bust out a fresh notebook; it’s your day to pitch your best ideas.

Your words are sure to be remembered by all who cross your path that day, so make them count!

LEO (July 23 - Aug. 22) Book your one-way ticket now, Leo! It’s time to travel.

March 18 is the day to search bargain sites for the best priced tickets. Don’t judge possible locations too harshly—maybe there’s something more to “Home on the Range” and the buffalo roam there for a reason. Channel your inner adventurer.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22) You’re center stage, Virgo! The full moon on March 16 is making you top priority. What’s been weighing heavy on your mind? This is the day people will slow down, listen and give you time to respond. If you want to watch Gossip Girl on the big screen TV all night—fight for it. Or, if you want to dump your finance, this could be the time to do so.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) If you’re partnered up or want to be March 20 is the day for you, loving Libra. Nothing makes you beam more than getting a glimpse of your desired beau. You’re feeling extra romantic this week, and you can’t hide it. Show the object of your affection how much he or she means to you by leaving a little note on the bathroom mirror—or by buying a Tiffany’s heartshaped necklace—cliché and classy.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) Put down that bag of Cheetos, Scorpio! Clean out your cabinets and lace up your running shoes. Health is a heavy focus beginning on March 19. I’m not going to say gluten free pizza tastes the same—that would be a lie. Unfortunately, the stars aren’t lying this week, and you’re about to embark on a health-bender.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21) Are you getting promoted or buying a car?

Whatever your milestone may be—the full moon on March 16 will make sure it happens. A big change is headed your way. Remember not to be haste with your decision-making; don’t cuss out your lousy boss until you’ve signed a contract at a new gig.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19) Whoa, did you reach Nirvana, Capricorn?

OK, maybe not, but a life-changing decision is headed straight at you on March 14. You’re likely to see the world through a new pair of goggles. Soak in all you can with your ninth house of higher education spotlighted. You might be shocked to find out Nirvana isn’t just a grunge band.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18) You’re not just looking for a good time this week Aquarius—you are searching for full-blown soulful love. No one can argue with that, and on March 17, you’re bound to meet your match. You want raw emotions from your partner and you’re fearless in making sure this happens.

Don’t be afraid to speak your mind, you’ll be more than satisfied that you did.

PISCES (Feb. 19 - March 20) A little security does the soul good. No need to stress about financial matters any more, Pisces. Your house of finances and security greets the full moon and your bank account on March 16. Have decisions like choosing to pay the Netflix bill or getting a mani/pedi been stressing you out? Calm down and let the full moon ground you this week. Y

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Kali & Buddy Nine year-old Kali and eight yearold Buddy are very bonded to each other and need to go home together. Sweet Kali (pictured right) was born with a neurological disability but she deals with it well. She moves with her own unusual gait, but she keeps it all together! Both Kali and Buddy love people and are pretty easygoing. These two have become staff and volunteer favorites here at the shelter. For more information about Kali and Buddy, visit MarinHumaneSociety.org or call our Adoption Center at 415.506.6225.

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Mon, Tues, or Thur. nights. Space limited. Also, Individual and Couples counseling. Central San Rafael. For more information, call Renee Owen, LMFT#35255 at 415/453-8117.

A safe, successful GROUP for FORMER MEMBERS OF HIGH-DEMAND GROUPS (Religious, New Age, Eastern, Philosophical, Large Group Awareness Programs, etc.) is held every other Saturday in Marin, now in its 10th year. Participants include those born and/or raised in such groups espousing a “good”/ “bad” ideology with a leader(s) who encourages greater degrees of dependency and conformity at the price of individual personal rights, goals, and development. Participants address relevant issues in their lives, receive acknowledgement, gain insights, pursue individual goals, learn how others have negotiated challenging situations, with opportunities to heal from loss and trauma. Individual, Couple, and Family Sessions also available. Facilitated by Colleen Russell, LMFT (MFC29249) Certified Group Psychotherapist (41715) . Contact: crussellmft@earthink.net or 415-785-3513 HypnoBirthing® Childbirth Classes A rewarding, relaxing and stress free method for birthing your baby. Experience the joy of birthing your baby in an easier and more comfortable manner. You will learn how to achieve a safer, easier and more comfortable birth.

Five- 2-1/2 hour classes in which you learn how, through the power of your own mind, to create your body’s own natural relaxant and, with your birth companion, create a calm, serene and joyful birthing environment, whether at home, birth center or hospital.

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Free Wellness Review—March 15, 22, 29 from 1-3pm. Take 2 hours to Learn Essential Strategies to Reboot Your Tired Body, Jumpstart Your Energy and Create a Self Care Plan that will Allow You to Rejuvenate Your Life. Come celebrate my 7 years of recovered health and happiness. Gwen Grace RN, CPCC www.gwengrace.comRSVP 415-686-6197

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2014134064 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business TAPIA PROPERTY SOLUTIONS, 490 EDGEWOOD AVE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941: TAPIA PROPERTY SOLUTIONS, INC. 490 EDGEWOOD AVE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941.

This business is being conducted by A CORPORATION. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on January 21, 2014.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 7, 2014. (Publication Dates: February 21, 28; March 7, 14, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134085 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business. MI CASA CAFÉ, 85 WOODLAND AVE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: ALVARO VALLE HERNANDEZ, 1825 LINCOLN AVE, APT 104, SAN RAFAEL ,CA 94901, MARIO SANCHEZ GARCIA, 85 WOODLAND AVE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. This business is being conducted

by A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. Registrant will begin transacting under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on March 1, 2014.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 12, 2014. (Publication Dates: February 21, 28; March 7, 14, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134034 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business. HEALTHY WEALTHY WISE- EMEI QIGONG, 1044 LOS GAMOS ROAD, APT. D, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903: TYRA FERLATTE, 1044 LOS GAMOS ROAD, APT. D, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903 . This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will began transacting under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on January 1, 2014. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 5, 2014. (Publication Dates: February 21, 28; March 7, 14, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134020 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business DOMINICAN BEAUTY ANTIDOTE FOR HAIR, 2208 4TH STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: CRISTIN A. BARROLAZA, 17 HECTOR LANE, NOVATO, CA 94949. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on March 1, 2014. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 3, 2014. (Publication Dates: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2014134105 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business. CITI & CITI CPA’S, 132 ROSS VALLEY DRIVE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: JOHN T. & CARROLL M. CITI, 132 ROSS VALLEY DRIVE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. This business is being conducted by A MARRIED COUPLE. Registrant has not yet begun transacting under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 14, 2014. (Publication Dates: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2014134160 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business. MARSHALL DESIGN, 434 MADRONE AVENUE, LARKSPUR, CA 94939: DOUG M. FROLICH, 434 MADRONE AVENUE, LARKSPUR, CA 94939. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant began transacting under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on February 1, 2014. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 21, 2014. (Publication Dates: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 2014)

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134141 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business. A MAILBOX SERVICES PLUS #1, 1537 4TH STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: JUANA I. CANO, 1537 4TH STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. This business is being conducted

by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun transacting under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 20, 2014.

(Publication Dates: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134145 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business. TROPHY SUBS, 558 MILLER AVE #7, MILL

VALLEY, CA 94941: DEREK ANTONE JR, 98 MEADOW VALLEY ROAD, CORTE MADERA, CA 94925. This business is being conducted

by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun transacting under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 20, 2014.

(Publication Dates: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 2014)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134167 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business. INTUITIVE DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE, 17 EL CERRITO AVENUE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: SUSAN J. STUART PH. D., 17 EL CERRITO AVENUE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901.

This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has been transacting under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein since 1984. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 21, 2014. (Publication Dates: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2014134181 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business. MOQ DESIGNS, 3 HERBING LANE, KENTFIELD, CA 94904: MICHELLE A MOQUIN, 3 HERBING LANE, KENTFEILD, CA 94904.

This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not begun transacting under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 24, 2014. (Publication Dates: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2014134172 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business. SAGE ASSOCIATES, 111 PROSPECT AVE, SAUSALITO, CA 94965: STEPHEN GERTZ, 111 PROSPECT AVE, SAUSALITO, CA 94965.

This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not begun transacting under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 24, 2014. (Publication Dates: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2014134168 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business URBAN GUERRILLA, 943 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD, KENTFIELD, CA 94904: CYNDEE GRACE SAVOY, 316 12TH STREET, PETALUMA, CA 94952. This business is being conducted

by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has been transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein since January 1, 2014. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 21, 2014. (Publication Dates: March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134178 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business SALON MADDISON, 423 MILLER AVE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941: CARIA DONAHUE, 860 ARLENE WAY, NOVATO, CA 94947.

This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on February 25, 2014.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 26, 2014. (Publication Dates: March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134197 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business MV DEBRIS REMOVAL, 60 CORTE ORTEGA #5, GREENBRAE, CA 94904: MIGUEL ANGEL VELAZQUEZ, 60 CORTE ORTEGA #5, GREENBRAE, CA 94904. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 27, 2014. (Publication Dates: March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134033 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business TACKROOM ESSENTIALS, 50 DORIAN WAY, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: MIMI O’CONNOR, 126 REDWOOD DRIVE, WOODACRE, CA 94973, WILLIAM FRITZ, 50 DORIAN WAY, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901.

This business is being conducted by A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. Registrant has not yet begun transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County ClerkRecorder of Marin County on February 5, 2014. (Publication Dates: March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2014)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2014134010 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business TORTA LEONE BAKING COMPANY, 144 PINE ST, SAN ANSELMO, CA 94960: LEON OLSOVI, 144 PINE ST, SAN ANSELMO, CA 94960. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on March 17, 2014.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on January 31, 2014. (Publication Dates: March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2014)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134149 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business CYNDYS CLEANING, 277 BAHIA LANE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: ALEJANDRO HERNANDEZ, 277 BAHIA LANE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901, CYNTHIIA REYNOJO, 277 BAHIA LANE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. This business is being conducted by A MARRIED COUPLE. Registrant has not yet begun transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 19, 2014. (Publication Dates: March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134234 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business W.A.L.K., W.A.L.K. WAG-ON!, 11 BIRCH AVENUE, CORTE MADERA, CA 94925: WESTON LILE, 11 BIRCH AVENUE, CORTE MADERA,CA 94925. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on March 3, 2014. (Publication Dates: March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134264 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business MI RANCHO MARKET, 90 BELBEDERE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: MI RANCHO MARKET CORPORATION, 90 BELBEDERE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. This business is being conducted by A CORPORATION. Registrant has been transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County ClerkRecorder of Marin County on March 5, 2014.

(Publication Dates: March 14, 21, 28; April 4, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2014134231 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business CAMBRIDGE CELLARS, 1682 NOVATO BLVD, SUITE 151, NOVATO, CA94947.

CARNELIAN SELECTIONS, 1682 NOVATO BLVD, SUITE 151, NOVATO, CA94947.

CAMBRIDGE CALIFORNIA CELLARS, 1682 NOVATO BLVD, SUITE 151, NOVATO, CA94947: AWDIRECT, INC., 1682 NOVATO BLVD, SUITE 151, NOVATO, CA94947.

This business is being conducted by A CORPORTATION. Registrant has been transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein since January 9, 2009.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on March 3, 2014. (Publication Dates: March 14, 21, 28; April 4, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134281 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business WELTY WEALTH MANAGAMENT AND TRUST, 500 CENTER BLVD., SAN ANSELMO, CA 94960. SAD PUPPY PRODUCTIONS, 500 CENTER BLVD., SAN ANSELMO, CA 94960: JERALD A. WELTY, 500 CENTER BLVD., SAN ANSELMO, CA 94960. This business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on March 7, 2014. (Publication Dates: March 14, 21, 28; April 4, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134195 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business NORCAL STRINGING SERVICE, 28 BELLE AVE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: BYRON CLEARY, 28 BELLE AVE, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. This business is being conducted

by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has been transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein since 1/2014.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February 27, 2014. (Publication Dates: March 14, 21, 28; April 4, 2014)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134111 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business FIELD OF CHANGE HEALING ARTS, 333 MILLER AVE, STE G, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941: BRIAN THEARD, 63 ROQUE MORAES DR, APT 1, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941. This business is being conducted by A MARRIED COUPLE. Registrant has not yet begun transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on February14, 2014. (Publication Dates: March 14, 21, 28; April 4, 2014) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 134303 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business BRELLIN COMPANY, 50 TIBURON ST #23, SAN RAFAEL,CA 94901: KURT BRELLIN, 50 TIBURON ST. #23, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. This business is being conducted

by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County ClerkRecorder of Marin County on March 11, 2014.

(Publication Dates: March 14, 21, 28; April 4, 2014)

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF MARIN. No. CV 1400611. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner ARMELLE PARKER HART filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: ARMELLE PARKER HART to ARMELLE SONJA PARKER. 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: April 3, 2014, 9:00 AM, Room.

E, Superior Court of California, County of Marin, 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94913-4988. 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 following newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Marin: PACIFIC SUN. Date: FEBURARY 18, 2014 /s/ PAUL M. HAAKENSON, JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Publication Dates: February 21, 28; March 7, 14, 2014) CITATION TO APPEAR, SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF MARIN. No.FL 1205778. IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF: JEFFERY MATHEW PECK on behalf of a child THIPPHAWAN PINGKUN to DEFENDANT: UTHAI SAKRIN. By order of this court you are hereby cited to appear before the judge presiding at 9:00 AM in court room O (Superior Court of California, County of Marin, 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903) on April 21, 2014. This Notice was filed with the courts: February 13, 2014; Kim Turner Court Executive Office. Publication dates (Pacific Sun: February 21, 28; March 7, 14, 2014) SUMMONS Family Law (CITACION Derecho Familiar): Case Number (Numero De Caso): FL 1301909. NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (Aviso Al Demandado): ROLANDO CAMACHO ALVARADO: YOU ARE BEING SUED (LO ESTAN DEMANDANDO). PETITIONER’S NAME IS (Nombre Del Demandante): REYNA MEJIA CARRASCO. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this SUMMONS and PETITION are served on you to file a RESPONSE at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter or phone call will not protect you. If you do not file your RESPONSE on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. If you can not pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. If you want legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately.

You can get information about finding lawyers at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. Tiene 30 días corridos después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petición para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120 ó FL-123) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica no basta para protegerlo. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo,

la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también le puede ordenar que pague manutención, y honorarios y costos legales. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. Si desea obtener asesoramiento legal, póngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado.

Puede obtener información para encontrar a un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org) o poniéndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. NOTICE: The restraining orders on page 2 are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders.

These orders are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them.

(AVISO: Las órdenes de restricción que figuran en la página 2 valen para ambos cónyuges o pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras órdenes. Cualquier autoridad de la ley que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas órdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California.) NOTE: If a judgment or support order is entered, the court may order you to pay all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for yourself or for the other party. If this happens, the party ordered to pay fees shall be given notice and an opportunity to request a hearing to set aside the order to pay waived court fees. AVISO: Si se emite un fallo u orden de manutención, la corte puede ordenar que usted pague parte de, o todas las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentas a petición de usted o de la otra parte. Si esto ocurre, la parte ordenada a pagar estas cuotas debe recibir aviso y la oportunidad de solicitar una audiencia para anular la orden de pagar las cuotas exentas. 1. The name and address of the court are (El nombre y dirección de la corte son): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF MARIN, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Post Office Box 4988, San Rafael, CA 94903. 2.

The name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, dirección y número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son):REYNA MEJIA CARRASCO, 211 VISTA DEL MAR, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901,(415) 686-6921. Date (Fecha): December 30, 2013.

Clerk, by (Secretario, por) Kim Turner, D. Taylor, Deputy (Asistente). NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served (AVISO A LA PERSONA QUE RECIBIÓ LA ENTREGA: Esta entrega se realiza)as an individual (a usted como individuo). (Pacific Sun: February 28; March 7, 14, 28, 2014) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF MARIN. No. CV 1400692. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner ILEANA COLLINS, NOLAN COLLINS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: ILEANA MARISELA COLLINS to ILEANA MARISELA GONZALES COLLINS, RAFAEL CAL COLLINS GONZALEZ to RAFAEL CAL GONZALEZ COLLINS. 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: April 14, 2014, 9:00 AM, Room. E, Superior Court of California, County of Marin, 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94913-4988. 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 following newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Marin: PACIFIC SUN. Date: FEBRUARY 24, 2014 /s/ PAUL HAAKENSON, JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Publication Dates: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 2014) STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 304539 The following person(s) has/have abandoned the use of a fictitious business name(s). The information given below is as it appeared on the fictitious business statement that was filed at the Marin County Clerk-Recorder's Office. Fictitious Business name(s):NY&G, NYANDG, NEIGHBORHOOD YARD AND GARDEN, NYG, 1120 ADRIAN WAY, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903. Filed in Marin County on: APRIL 19, 2013 AND MAY 16, 2011. Under File No: 131946 AND 126866. Registrant’s Name(s): BRIAN JONES, 99 AIRPORT BLVD. E., SANTA ROSA, CA 95401. This statement was filed with the County Clerk Recorder of Marin County on FEBRUARY 26, 2014. (Publication Dates: MARCH 7, 14, 21, 28, 2014) STATEMENT OF WITHDRAWAL OF GENERAL PARTNER OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 201151 The undersigned herby certifies that he/ she has withdrawn on the date shown as a general partner from the conduct of business under said fictitious business name(s). MARCH 3, 2014. The information given below is as it appeared on the fictitious business statement that was filed at the Marin County Clerk-Recorder's Office.

Fictitious Business name(s): MIRACLE GIRLS UNITED, 235 BOLINAS ROAD APT. 4, FAIRFAX, CA 94930. Filed in Marin County on: JUNE 27, 2013. Under File No: 132497.

Registrant’s Name(s): DANIEL BADORINE, 16 REDWOOD AVE, LARKSPUR, CA 94939.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk Recorder of Marin County on MARCH 3, 2014. (Publication Dates: MARCH 7, 14, 21, 28, 2014) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF MARIN. No. CIV 1400773. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioners LAURA JAYE SCHIFRIN on behalf of HANNAH ROSE KINGSBURY filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: HANNAH ROSE KINGSBURY to HANNAH ROSE KINGSBURY SCHIFRIN. 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: APRIL 15, 2014. 9:00 AM, DEPT. L, ROOM L, Superior Court of California, County of Marin, 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903. 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 following newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Marin: PACIFIC SUN. Date: FEBRUARY 27, 2014 /s/ MARK A. TALAMANTES, JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT. (Publication Dates: MARCH 14, 21, 28; April 4, 2014)

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Q:

On a business trip, I drank WAY too much with some work friends and ended up kissing a random girl I met at a bar, despite my having a girlfriend I love very much. I feel horrible. Until now, I’d never cheated on a woman. Is it crazy to want to tell my girlfriend? It was kissing only, and I never saw the girl again. Plus, I barely remember it. I am planning on proposing soon and don’t want us to have any secrets.

—Ashamed

A:

Honesty is not the best policy. Judicious honesty is. That’s the kind of honesty that keeps you from telling your girlfriend that her mom is a shrill harpy, her best friend has amazing boobs, and you actually haven’t stopped peeing in the shower.

Getting away with something might feel good in the moment, but in time, it goes over like itchy underwear. Ruining the drunken make-out fun is one of the evolutionary underpinnings of human society, our evolved fairness-monitoring system that made it possible for us to live cooperatively in groups. This system is basically an internal accounting department, tracking who owes what to whom and using our emotions as the enforcer. When somebody’s chumping us, say, by not putting in their fair share of work, we’re goaded into getting mad (and then getting things even). Conversely, we feel guilty and long to right the balance when we’re the one breaking some agreement (like by treating monogamy as if it comes with days off for national holidays and photocopier sales expos).

But is letting your girlfriend in on your lips’ browser history the right thing to do?

Maybe; maybe not. Chances are, you tell yourself that you’d be confessing for your girlfriend’s benefit, that she deserves to know. Well, maybe she deserves to not know.

Maybe what’s really driving your desire to confess is the weight on your conscience and how telling will lessen your load. Sorry—you did the making out; maybe you should be hauling around the unsettling feeling about it. (Think of it as your pet anvil.)

What should determine whether you tell your girlfriend is why you kissed the girl and whether the past is a harbinger of what’s to come. If you’re a bad bet for remaining faithful, disclose this so your girlfriend can decide whether it’s worth it to her to put herself in harm’s way. If, however, this was a drunken one-time thing, why cause her unnecessary worry and pain? Keep your big wandering yap shut and lighten your guiltload by doing what you would’ve if you had told her—making amends. Do kind acts for people in need and basically be a fantastic boyfriend to her. (Be careful not to go noticeably overboard. A dozen roses on some random Tuesday is “Oh, you shouldn’t have”—100 is “Wait ... what the hell did you do?”)

And finally, to ensure that this remains a one-time event, come up with some standards of bar-time engagement for yourself, like maybe that you need to switch to Shirley Temples after two beers. This way, you’ll be prepared to act like somebody’s boyfriend when temptation sidles up to you at the bar. (There’s a reason they call it “sloppy drunk” and not “making wise relationship decisions” drunk.)

Q:

I just started dating a sweet guy who loves taking me to nice restaurants. (He knows I can’t afford restaurants, because I’m in grad school.) Well, he’s not rich, either, but when the waiter pushes sparkling water, he always says yes, and the same goes for cappuccinos, desserts, side dishes—all the extras. It’s lovely enough that he treats me to dinner; I don’t want him to go broke doing it.—Frugal

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A guy on a date is in a tough position when the waiter comes over and essentially asks, “Can I offer you some sparkling water this evening, or will you be drinking out of the faucet like a dog?” Sometimes a guy will say yes to all the extras because he is a foodie and likes to have the deluxe experience. But the average guy is just afraid of coming off cheap, making him easy prey for every waiter upsell in the book. The woman he’s with can counter this by being the one to lead with the frugalities, like “Tap water works fine for me!” and “I actually don’t eat that much ... I’ll just have the entree,” when the waiter pushes the caviar-dotted baby vegetables watered with the tears of Tibetan monks. If you do this, you’ll reassure the guy that he’s the big draw for you and not the free dinners—perhaps allowing him to devote his attention to you instead of checking his phone to see whether the bank has cleared the security deposit for your desserts.

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