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The Republican National Convention is underway. Sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

Is Trump another Hitler?

Adolf Hitler was responsible for persecuting and/or murdering children of African-German descent, clergymen, the disabled, gypsies, homosexuals, Jehovah’s Witnesses, 6 million Jews, 6 million Polish citizens and Soviet prisoners-of-war. One wonders how he ever came to power to perpetrate all this evil.

Now we can stop wondering.

Donald Trump is constantly engaging in racist propaganda, and instead of dismissing him as morally bankrupt, GOP establishment types like Speaker of the House Paul Ryan are simply going along with the program. Some prominent Republicans have taken a firm stand against Trump: Former presidential candidate Mitt Romney and Senator Lindsey Graham come to mind—but they are in the minority.

Most Republicans are actually either voting for the despicable Mr. Trump, or simply passively witnessing his possible nomination to the presidency. This is wrong.

To be sure, Donald Trump is a comical figure. It is easy to laugh, and hard to take him seriously. However, the polls are notoriously fickle, and Hillary Clinton’s lead is precarious.

Let’s make sure this dangerous man doesn’t get into the presidency.

Yours truly, Nadia Silvershine

Dear Editor, In response to your article on Hillary Clinton’s candidacy: I have donated to both Clinton and Sanders [‘Feminist fatale,’ June 29].

Why both? I like Sanders’ policies and think Clinton would be more effective in implementing them. It seems that people think that being president is like being a monarch or a dictator: You cannot just wave your magic wand and change everything—it takes a lot of work.

And Hillary Clinton has spent decades doing that hard work.

The irony to me is that, from what I have read, the promises Bernie makes (which sound great) could never be paid for (by 1/2) from how he says he would pay for them. Is he being irresponsible to get people expecting more than he or anyone can deliver at this time—and thus disillusioning even more people, which plays right into the hands of those who would like us not to vote?

An even bigger irony is that Clinton has done far more for health care, women, children, etc. than anyone running—yet that gets forgotten. Perhaps because she did it by being political?

As for sexism: I suggest people think of the charges against Clinton and then imagine if she were a man: Would the charges and emotions behind them be so vehement? Have any male Secretaries of State been called before a tribunal for any of the 60-some deaths at American consulates and embassies?

There’s an old adage: In the primary elections, vote with your heart; in the general elections, vote with your head. Let’s vote and let’s vote smart. And let’s keep getting out the vote—and keep people voting in years to come, so we can regain Congress and move towards the justice we all want.

Sincerely, Hallie Austen Iglehart

Priceless A catchy title? Here’s how to describe what’s happening this year— “Election 2016: It’s entertainment money just can’t buy!”

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ARE WALKING AND RUNNING PAINFUL? ARTHRITIS MAY BE THE CULPRIT AND REPLACING YOUR BIG TOE JOINT MAY BE THE ANSWER By: Eman Elmi, DPM, podiatrist and podiatric surgeon at Marin General Hospital

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n almost any day, people of all ages are enjoying Marin County’s numerous trails, creeks, parks and preserves.

With a social and physical environment that embraces and celebrates good health and activity, it’s no wonder that for the past five years Marin County has been ranked the healthiest county in California.

Among people who lead healthy, active lifestyles, however, many find their exercise routines restricted due to pain, especially in areas of the body such as the knees or feet.

One of the common areas of foot pain is in the big toe joint where arthritic changes have occurred as a result of prolonged weight bearing activity, typically seen in patients who run, hike or engage in certain sports. Arthritis, which is often seen as early as 30 years of age in adults, is the most common cause of this pain, but other causes include metabolic bone disease, chronic gout, injuries and other inflammatory processes.

Arthritis or simply years of use may cause the joint, especially the cartilage between the joint, to start to wear away. Patients come to us with several symptoms: stiffness in the big toe joint; difficulty in obtaining full range of motion; swelling around the joint, particularly after exercise or long periods of standing or walking; discomfort when wearing shoes; and pain in the joint when pushing-off the toes during a regular walking cycle Ben, 52, one of our patients at North Bay Podiatry, has been a runner for almost 30 years. He first sought treatment for foot pain about ten years ago. Because his big toe pain had not reached a severe stage, we prescribed orthotics for his running shoes. They worked for Ben -- for awhile. Then the pain increased until he could no longer run. The arthritic changes to his big toe had increased causing him much additional pain and restricted movement. We were able to offer Ben the surgical option of joint replacement in the big toe. After the 45-minute outpatient procedure, Ben was able to walk out of the surgery center the same day and has happily returned to the exercise he loves.

Ben’s story shows that, fortunately, pain in the big toe joint can be treated. The podiatrist can utilize several modes of treatment, ranging from conservative – including physical therapy, medications, orthotic footwear – to surgery, including replacement of the big toe joint.

Joint replacement procedures drastically improved Like other total joints replacement procedures in the body, such as the knee and hip, the technology has drastically improved over the past decade or two. The total joint replacement procedure for the big toe joint now has a consistently high success rate, and allows patients to be pain free and get back to their active lifestyle in a timely fashion.

Surgical intervention is usually reserved for late stage big toe joint arthritis. The two surgical options, with pros and cons for both, are fusion of the joint, or arthroplasty of the joint with placement of an implant. To determine if a patient is a candidate for joint replacement in the big toe, the podiatric surgeon will do a thorough physical exam of the joint, in conjunction with X rays which will show the extent of arthritic damage to the joint. Typical x-ray findings include decreased joint space as well as arthritic changes all around the joint.

During the procedure, the surgeon removes arthritic damage to the joint and prepares it for implantation of an artificial joint with a flexible hinge. The patient can bear weight on the operated foot that same day and resume motion postoperatively wearing a postoperative shoe. After about 3 to 4 weeks, the patient “graduates” into athletic shoe gear and gradually gets back to his or her regular activities.

Arthritis of the big toe joint can be a significant cause of pain and disability for many. Recent advancements in medicine and surgery have changed the way doctors treat patients with arthritis, and have allowed for shorter recovery times with minimal postoperative discomfort. Foot health and functionality play an integral role in staying active and staying healthy. Total joint replacement surgery for the big toe joint can remarkably change one’s life and longevity.

Signs of arthritis in the big toe joint

• Pain in the toes or on the big toe alone when trying to move.

• Stiffness in the joints, difficulty bending and stretching.

• Swollen toes, possibly red and warm to the touch.

• A grinding noise due to worn cartilage and the bones of the joint rubbing together • A big toe that looks bigger than it used to. A big bump similar to a bunion • Redness and tenderness around the joint

• Walking becomes extremely painful and difficult

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Community leaders, including Pastor Rondall Leggett, Felicia Gaston, founder of Performing Stars of Marin, and representatives from Kate Sears’ office and the Marin County Sheriff’s department, came together to rally around her cause. “Once we find peace and love in our community,” Cage says, “it will trickle out to the police and the rest of the world.” We say amen.

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Lawson’s limbo What’s next at Lawson’s Landing resort now that the vacation trailers are gone? By Tom Gogola

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he old funky trailers got the boot at Lawson’s Landing after a years-long process finally played out to its conclusion on July 13. The removal of the trailers is part of a deal between the campground and the California Coastal Commission (CCC) designed to keep the Dillon Beach facility in business while it makes some upgrades.

But now the question is whether the popular facility can survive long enough to stay in business and

meet the requirements of the CCC to bring it into compliance with the demands that Lawson’s agreed to—while also figuring out how to make up the rental income that’s up in smoke now that the 200-plus rental trailers are gone.

In some ways Lawson’s Landing is an outlier among typical land-use issues tackled by the commission.

Even in the absence of permits, the compound had been operating for decades within the spirit of the California Coastal Act proviso to keep beach access affordable to all

Californians.

The trailers were one manifestation of the 1976 Coastal Act’s for-the-people emphasis, but critics and environmental groups said that the setup gave unfair access to those who had the trailers, which were plopped on lots that rented for between $400 and $500 a month on a piece of land that is frankly a developer’s dream: Lawson’s Landing is located near the mouth of Tomales Bay, where it spills out into Bodega Bay. It’s a popular and glorious destination for fishers,

crabbers, campers and day-tripping tourists, and has traditionally been the cooling-off destination of choice for working-class people, historically dominated by coast lovers from the Sacramento area.

As the mandated removal and associated upgrades have rolled out, Lawson’s has said that it wants to repopulate the land vacated by the semi-permanent trailers with other, more luxe trailers-on-wheels that would help keep Lawson’s in business. The family plans to expand tent-camping opportunities as part of an upgrade to the campground— which also includes building a new wastewater system—but those sites don’t provide nearly the income as the steady monthly rents that flowed from the trailers.

Tom Flynn is Lawson’s Landing representative on a five-person scientific panel studying the facility’s proposals to upgrade the campground. He says the campground will ask the CCC to drop a two-weeks-maximum camping restriction, a request that would have to be offered as an amendment to the agreement Lawson’s is currently operating under. That has yet to happen.

“They’ve removed all the trailers, and we’re trying to get the scientific survey processed,” says Flynn.

That will clear the way to make improvements in the areas where the trailers have been removed, and elsewhere in the 30-acre area of the property that’s been used for camping. “They are seeking some longer-term income, potentially three-month leases so they are assured some ongoing revenue,” Flynn says.

As part of the arrangement with the CCC, Lawson’s has been granted permission to build out a section of property to accommodate more tent camping. The trade-off is the accommodation of higher-end campers to replace the funky ones.

Steve Kinsey, the outgoing Marin County Supervisor from the 4th District, and chair of the CCC, encouraged the commission’s acting executive director, John Ainsworth, to visit Lawson’s to get an on-theground perspective of the facilities.

Flynn says that visit is scheduled for July 22.

Ainsworth was elevated to his post after the controversial firing of Charles Lester earlier this year, a move prompted in part by developers’ frustration with the commission’s slow-roll approval process for coastline development.

The Lester contretemps went on for

Kinsey was at first supportive of keeping the long-term trailers in place.

But, as Flynn recounts, the family decided to not press that issue and agreed to remove the trailers, figuring they’d be able to make up some of the lost income with shorter-term rentals of the spaces to big expensive campers on wheels.

“All they are asking for in terms of an extension is the ability to let people stay more than two weeks at a time,” Flynn says. “They are seeking some longer-term income, potentially up to three-month leases so they are assured of some ongoing revenues.” He notes that this new requirement on Lawson’s doesn’t apply to properties up and down the coast, “where people have apartments, condos, timeshares,” and can stay in them for as long as they’d like.

The Lawson’s rep says the campsite will eke it out this year but needs to figure out how to replace the departed rental income. “I think they can get through this year, but it’s really a matter of the next couple of years,” Flynn says, “putting in the new wastewater system, all new utilities, putting in restrooms—a lot of things that are required by the permit but also improvements that they want to make.”Y

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months before he was finally ousted, and Flynn says the battle over Lester didn’t help Lawson’s cause.

“For really the past year we’ve been bringing this up,” Flynn says.

“Lawson’s needs an extension.

Then the upheaval happened with Lester being removed. The fact is, Lawson’s is way down on the CCC’s priority list because it really isn’t an environmental threat, it’s not something that they’ve had to really worry about.”

Kinsey will leave his chairman’s post at the conclusion of his final term as Marin supervisor; he didn’t run for reelection this year and his chairmanship is contingent on his being an elected official. Kinsey’s district includes the Lawson’s property located in far northwestern Marin County, and he believes that the CCC “didn’t give its full attention to the great benefit of Lawson’s” when it comes to the site’s for-thepeople mandate. He encouraged Ainsworth to go see for himself how cool it is.

As a boom-state rush to develop the California coastline continues, Kinsey notes that Lawson’s has continued to provide beach access at an affordable rate. And as Lawson’s long-unpermitted operation came into the crosshairs of environmental groups like the West Marin Environmental Action Committee,

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Adoption and foster-care services are run through state agencies that are often at odds with one another insofar as tracking foster and adopted kids.

Huffman co-introduced, with fellow Democratic representative Karen Bass, from Los Angeles, the National Adoption and Foster Care Home Study Act that would “improve how adoptions are conducted in the United States, including home study standards through the creation of a national standard and registry,” says a press release about the bill.

“Home study standards” refers to the process by which officials determine whether a home environment is suitable to a child who might be placed there.

The point of the bill is continuity for children in the foster-care system who find themselves getting bounced from one home to another, and sometimes with extremely terrible outcomes when foster parents are not properly screened.

The bill was inspired by Kate Cleary, executive director of the San Rafael-based Consortium for Children, and arrives as the Republican Party is gathering in Cleveland to anoint their Cheeto Jesus martyr and to let the world know that they’re not about to give up on the culture war just yet. When it comes to adoption, the Republican platform “supports adoption organizations that refuse to serve gay couples,” and goes on to claim that “children raised in a traditional two-parent household are likelier to have healthier outcomes.”

Adoption advocates point out, conversely, that gay parents often make the best parents.Y

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Jam-packed Marin’s culinary scene and tour offerings appeal to foodies near and far

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place’s touristic appeal may not come to mind very often for locals. When you go about your business, visit favorite restaurants and bird-watch from your favorite vistas, it’s easy to forget that some people travel very far to do the very same thing. In Marin County especially, where everyday living is inevitably soaked in nature and organic products, we often take for granted the attractiveness of the region. And yet, the abundance of tours, travel packages and winetasting programs is a great reminder: Marin is a California culinary destination. Just enter an experienceawarding website like Tripadvisor-owned Viator.com or LivingSocial, and Marin County foodie tours are a hot commodity; Tomales Bay. Hog Island Oyster Company. Table Top Farm in Point Reyes. Cowgirl Creamery. All of Marin’s highlights are there, accompanied by images that make the region look utterly irresistible and somewhat other-worldly.

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option is the Foodie Weekend, with transportation and an overnight hotel stay. Another is the Backroads Tasting Tour, which takes guests to Marin French Cheese Co., the Fremont Diner (in Sonoma) and to olive oil tastings and oyster samplings. Each tour is individually crafted according to the group’s needs, and includes lunch, plenty of farms and photogenic cows. “Did you know that some of the San Francisco Bay Area’s trendiest restaurants and notable chefs purchase their produce, meat and seafood from an area just over the Golden Gate Bridge?” smartly asks Baidoa on Taste Marin’s website, winking at the San Franciscans’ foodie snobbery. “There weren’t many tasting tours in Marin at the time,” says Baidoa of launching Taste Marin in 2010. “Now, there are so many more companies offering social dining and touring!”

On the slightly more rugged side of things, there’s West Marin Food & Farm Tours, established and run

by Elizabeth Ann Hill. “Food & Farm Tours was born in the spring of 2012 when I invited my

On top of a “Flavors of West Marin Tour,” West Marin Food & Farm Tours offers a “Cheese Lover’s Tour,” an “Oyster Lover’s Tour” and more.

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Renée ReBell, the founder of Gourmet Food & Wine Tours, knows this well. “I started Gourmet Food & Wine Tours two-and-a-half years ago on the Sonoma Plaza, after taking my first food tour in Chicago the year prior,” she recalls.

She was already in the wine industry, working with small-production winemakers and promoting their creations with food created by local chefs for specialty events. Within two years, she began running Sausalitoand Tiburon-bound foodie trips, combining her love for hospitality and local offerings. “All of the destinations are places I would visit when I wanted to have a special dining experience in my 23 years of living in Marin County,” she says.

The tours ReBell specializes in are equal parts wine and food, “except the ambiance comes from top restaurants instead of a winery.”

ReBell makes sure to include wellknown local ‘stars’ such as Larry Mendel’s Poggio in Sausalito and nostalgic, must-go-to stops like Sam’s in Tiburon. “Besides being a walking tour, we offer interesting historical tidbits along the way that are relevant to the landscapes we walk through,” she says.

What establishments make the cut? “I built the food tours in towns I knew best, and would want to share with my own guests,” ReBell says.

“Both share deep California history and the historical societies from both towns have been extraordinarily helpful.” Some favorites, however, are forced to stay out of the itinerary: “Le Garage in Sausalito is a little too far to walk for our current tour, but I love the creativity, energy, scenery and of course the French know-how,” she adds. According to ReBell, the recent surge in neighboring tech companies makes for a whole new clientele market, along with the tobe-expected “birthday celebrations, reunions and bachelorette experiences, families, couples, moms and daughters,” as well as monthly Match.com tours for foodie singles.

What Twitter employee wouldn’t love “corporate off-sites that provide a climate of gratitude, contentment and fun?”

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by Paul Baidoa, a journalist, cook and Marin County enthusiast.

Offering private guided trips around the county’s restaurants and wineries, Taste Marin doesn’t have a set itinerary, but rather tailored individualized experiences. One

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Jam-packed «11 culinary school friends to a weekend retreat at my family’s cabin in West Marin,” she says. “I took them on a tour to taste the local wines, cheeses and oysters and they decided I should make a business out of it! I sold my car to buy an eight-passenger van and started running tours a few months later.”

From the van, participants, who sometimes find Hill through her collaboration with the aforementioned Viator.com, get an inclusive taste and feel of West Marin’s diverse offerings. During the highly popular Flavors of West Marin Tour, they visit seven culinary destinations. Highlights include sampling fresh Bovine Bakery pastries while sipping homemade chai, tasting award-winning cheeses at the Cowgirl Creamery, devouring grass-fed burgers at Marin Sun Farms, wandering the fields of Table Top Farm and picking produce, tasting sparkling honey wine at Heidrun Meadery and getting up close and personal with the kitchen at Hog Island Oyster Company and its specialty, raw and BBQ oysters. “I want to give my guests a good feeling for the diversity of the region,” Hill says. “I select food producers that share my values: Quality, community, education and sustainability.”

With ages ranging from 25-75, most of the tour guests, according to Hill, are San Francisco and Bay Area

residents with a taste and curiosity for Point Reyes and its surroundings.

“They love the delicious food, but especially the stories behind it,” Hill says. “It gives them an appreciation for all of the hard work that goes into family farming and artisan food production.”

Touring and tasting aren’t the only options for those who want to enjoy Marin’s culinary side.

Cooking classes, the crown jewel of recent years’ trending rise in experiential and ‘hands-on’ tourism, are also present. In San Rafael, the commercially appropriately named Cooking By the Bay focuses on fresh local ingredients and vibrant Californian dishes, dazzling visitors from the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest. The Cavallo Point Cooking School, a picturesque cooking school at Cavallo Point, 1,200 square feet and full of natural sunlight, accepts students from all over the world; Loren and Lisa Poncia of Stemple Creek Ranch teach students there how to prepare a meal around seasonal farmers’ market finds, chef Linda Tay Esposito presents Pho techniques, and so on.

“The school offers a series of day and evening classes designed for both the beginner and the aficionado alike,” explains director Jayne Reichert, who notes that they flock from all over.

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focus, while overnight guests from across the country and around the globe represent a large number of attendees,” says Reichert. “Marin has distinguished itself with a food culture that truly represents a sense of place,” adds chef Justin Everett, who teaches at the school. “The ease of finding a secluded patch of coastline or a heavily wooded trail connects chefs to an abundant array of wild foods—abalone, sea urchins, mushrooms and wild greens are just a few things that, when experienced in their natural habitat, cannot help but inspire. All of these things create a community of individuals who truly value the food culture that has been shaped in Marin.”

And over at Cozymeal, a Bay Area startup platform for cooking classes and foodie experiences, the Marin County section is abundant with options, from Paella-making in San Rafael to a vegan salads tutorial.

Marin’s healthy and ultra-Californian appeal makes a guest appearance in the advertising: “The sunny part of the Bay is the birthplace of Californian cuisine and home to the freshest ingredients around,” claims the website. “Cozymeal chefs offer crisp vegetables, hot baked goods, and homemade pasta that will tickle your tongue like the sun during a

nap outside. Our classes will brighten up your cooking as you take in a sweeping view of the foothills.”

Sounds quite dreamy, even to a local ear.

Elizabeth Anne Hill is adding a social note to the area’s appeal: “Marin County is unique in that the residents have fought so hard to preserve the land and the family farms. There is an intense commitment to community, nature and sustainability that is incredibly inspiring.”

Renée ReBell agrees. “Marin is the pinnacle of where farm-to-table and sea-to-table meet,” she says, noting the local dairy scene and biodynamic farming as key ingredients in the county’s culinary, environmental and innovative edge. “There are families like Straus who have paved the way for positive change in our food, and need to be celebrated. We weave these stories and facts into our table conversation.”✹

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It’s more than just a marketing tag, according to Griffo Distillery’s Michael Griffo.

“It’s harder to do London-style,” Griffo says above the roar of the grain mill in the Petaluma distillery that he opened in 2015 with his wife, Jennifer, who is standing on a ladder, banging away on a hopper so that the milled rye doesn’t stick in the chute. The Griffos don’t seem to mind doing things the hard way.

To make London-style, Griffo explains, herbs and citrus are infused during the distillation process, instead of being added later and separately.

During a three-year period of recipe experimentation, they tried it the other way but found that the aromas and flavors remained distinct, and the gin was not as complex as they wanted.

They also had to decide which method of infusion they preferred: The botanicals may be dangled in the path of the alcohol vapors, steeped like tea inside a bag, or left to swirl randomly in the copper still. Choosing the latter, Griffo says, gives each aroma and flavor “equal opportunity” for extraction.

Griffo’s Scott Street gin ($35), named for the industrial stretch of road they share with several craft breweries, is made with organic, non-GMO corn,

which they feel makes a softer, sweeter spirit than other grains. Opting for organic ingredients wasn’t necessarily a philosophical move, says Griffo. “The organic stuff tasted far better.”

They can’t call the gin organic because two of the 10 botanicals are wild-harvested, like the Meyer lemons rounded up from friends’ backyard trees when they do a gin run. Juniper berries from the local landscaping, however, didn’t compare to the Croatian version. To hit just the right notes for their heady, juniper-forward gin, which was recently awarded a gold medal at the 2016 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, they tried dozens of sources. Even the qualities of coriander seed vary, Jennifer Griffo explains after milling the rye, so they settled on a coriander that’s 10 times more expensive than what you get in the store.

Standing in an empty side room that will be their tasting room in a month or two, Griffo says that such obsessive attention to their process, as well as the transparency of their operation, is essential to the business. “I think it’s an extension of the farm-to-table movement,” Jennifer Griffo says of craft spirits. “People care about what they are consuming.”Y Griffo Distillery, 1320 Scott St., Petaluma.

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Stellar cellar Incavo Wine Tasting & Collective merges vino and art By Tanya Henry

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t took three months for Blake Jordan and his father, Joel Barrios, to transform the one-time MetroPCS space at 1099 Fourth Street in San Rafael from phone retailer to wine cave. The below-street-level entrance makes it an unlikely tasting room, but then again Incavo Wine Tasting & Collective is much more than just a place to sip wine.

“I wanted to introduce Marin customers to small Napa wine producers—there is nothing like it here,” says Jordan, who was born and raised in Napa Valley and spent the last seven years working in the industry.

From stints in wine sales to tasting rooms, including Ma(i)sonry Napa Valley and Mark Herold Wines, the North Bay native decided to partner with his father and bring his own version of a wine collective to San Rafael.

Representing 12 different vintners (winery owners), Incavo offers wines by the glass, flights and the option to buy bottles. Jordan explains that he considers the style of the wine, price, varietal and wine region location when he adds something to the collection. “I try to be really diverse with the offerings,” he says. “I try to ‘palate match’ and like to think I have something for everyone.”

With it’s dimly lit interior and dark

color palette, Incavo—which means ‘cave’ in Latin—seems to capture the owner’s desired concept for a room that is part wine cellar and part wine cave. But like I said, Incavo is more than simply a place to enjoy wine.

Along with his interest in all things grape, Jordan is an artist. According to his website, he first started illustrating on glass bottles while working with cult wine brands. What started as a cool idea to have a little fun and generate something unique turned into a business.

“I take large-format bottles of wine and paint them with oils and razor blades,” says Jordan, who is commissioned by wine buyers who want their commemorative bottles emblazoned with the artist’s designs (or their own). A percentage of the sales from these sponsored bottle art projects go to DrawBridge, a nonprofit that brings art to homeless children.

So not only can customers enjoy tastes from small boutique wineries (many of which are not big enough to have tasting rooms of their own), but they can also buy art. In addition, charcuterie boards and chocolate options are on the menu. Tasting prices range from $10-$35 for three twoounce pours.Y Incavo Wine Tasting & Collective, 1099 Fourth St., Suite F, San Rafael; 415/2594939; incavowine.com.

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The Ross Valley Players’ production of ‘Robin Hood,’ currently on stage at the Barn Theatre, contains multiple moral lessons.

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By Charles Brousse

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t’s summer. The kids are home from school. Fourth of July, with its fairs, fireworks and marching bands, lies behind us. The thought of packing everybody into the car, bucking traffic to cross the Golden Gate, find parking before navigating the crowds at the Hall of Science, or the Exploratorium, then parting with what seems like half of your net worth for admission to those wonderful family destinations, sends shivers down your spine, as does the thought of sitting through yet another action feature in one of the local cinema emporiums.

So, what do you do? Lean close and I’ll whisper the answer in your ear. “Robin Hood.” Yes, the very same English fictional champion of the poor—interestingly enough,

introduced as a children’s novel (The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood) by American author Howard Pyle back in 1883—whose exploits were on the “must read” list before Tolkien and J.K. Rowling drowned youthful bibliophiles in a flood of magical this and that. But now we have a stage version by Greg Banks, who actually is English and lives in a tiny village southwest of London, where he spends his days composing highly successful adaptations of literary classics designed for young audiences, but with just enough left of the original to entice the adults whose open wallets and purses get everybody past the box office. It’s currently on the boards at the Marin Art & Garden Center’s Barn Theatre

as the final production of the Ross Valley Players’ 2015-2016 season.

It’s the late 13th century, before the advent of firearms.

While Plantagenet King Richard I, nicknamed the “Lionheart,” nominally occupies the throne, he’s away most of the time on crusades to the Holy Land or wars in France. In his absence, Crown Prince John (Pablo Hamlin) rules an impoverished country with an iron hand. Banks’ play opens with four of his downtrodden subjects lamenting their fate, especially the royal edict that prohibits hunting in nearby Sherwood Forest when they are literally starving. They recall hearing how a nobleman, Robert Fitzwilliam, the First Earl of

Huntingdon (Nicholas Schwager), fled to the deep forest after being dispossessed of his title and fortune for supporting Richard against John, and now leads a group of what might be called “philanthropic bandits,” or robbing the rich and redistributing their spoils to the poor.

Relying on the theatrical admonition to audiences that they suspend their disbelief, Banks has this original group of beggars morph into Robin’s band of Merry Men and the other characters who narrate the familiar story that follows. There are the encounters, one fatal, with Prince John’s agent, the arrogant Sheriff of Nottingham (Izaak Heath), the quarterstaff dual between Robin and Little John (Cory Anderson) for the right to cross a single-lane bridge, Robin’s infatuation with the comely Maid Marian (Arianna Mahallati) that nearly leads to his entrapment and death and the famous archery contest in which Marian hits the bullseye, only to have Robin split her arrow in two with his own.

It’s all there from the novel— which I recall with much affection— although the stage version naturally imposes an abbreviated format that is only partially compensated for by its overlay of physical comedy.

As noted, there’s something for everyone. Fidgety boys can revel in the fight scenes and general roughand-tumble atmosphere. Little girls can ooh and aah at Robin and Marian’s first kiss, then take pride in the latter’s competence with a long bow and unwavering loyalty when the circumstances become fraught with danger. Parents will appreciate the creative ways in which director Cris Cassell emphasizes the comic elements and invites the audience to join in the fun.

Finally, Robin Hood is much more than simple entertainment. It’s a parable that contains a number of moral lessons: The value of loyalty to a just cause, empathy for the less fortunate and the need to sacrifice for the common good—among others. During intermission, I asked a little girl of 7 or 8 who was taking in the cool air with her parents what the play was about. Without hesitation she answered, “Helping poor people.” That’s a good start in life, if I ever heard one.Y NOW PLAYING Robin Hood runs through August 14 at Ross Valley Players’ Barn Theatre, Marin Art & Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ross; 415/456-9555; rossvalleyplayers.com.

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Good together Jolie Holland and Samantha Parton reunite By Charlie Swanson

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olie Holland is a nomadic songwriter. After a childhood spent in Texas, she called San Francisco home for much of the 1990s, building an experimental rock ’n’ roll solo career in the city before rambling off again to Vancouver, B.C. That’s where she met songwriter Samantha Parton in 1999 and formed Americana ensemble The Be Good Tanyas.

Yet Holland was only a Tanya briefly, leaving the band in 2001 to continue her wayfaring ways. In the last decade and a half she’s also called Portland, Ore., New York City and, currently, Los Angeles home.

This year, Holland and Parton have reconnected after 16 years and are touring the West Coast with a slew of new collaborative tunes and fresh takes on their older material.

The pair performs on July 22 at HopMonk Tavern in Novato.

“It’s a really weird thing to try to write songs with somebody,” says Holland on the phone from Vancouver, where her tour with Parton kicks off. “But it’s really cool, a totally specific thing. It’s like slowmotion improv in a way, where you’re following a ‘yes, and’ rule and keeping things open for somebody else to hear their voice on something.”

Holland, who’s released five studio albums, including 2014’s acclaimed Wine Dark Sea, doesn’t

share songwriting duties on her own albums, but her history with Parton made for an easy back and forth that has led to several new songs in the last few months of playing.

For Parton, The Be Good Tanyas continued up until 2012, when she was involved in a car accident that left her in severe pain. She suffered nerve damage in her back and limbs, and has spent the last years recovering and learning to play guitar again.

Holland and Parton originally tested the waters on the partnership six months ago. Now, with these summer dates, which also includes a show on July 21 at The Chapel in San Francisco, the two are stretching their boundaries more and more.

“It’s all kind of exploratory now,” Holland says. “We’re just making sure that it’s OK on Sam’s health.”

With members of Holland’s longtime backing band joining the two on the road, Holland is embracing this change of pace.

“We’ve got plans for European dates and an album; it’s definitely moving forward,” she says. “And it’s really fun to not be the only band leader.”Y Jolie Holland and Samantha Parton harmonize on Friday, July 22 at HopMonk Tavern, 224 Vintage Way, Novato; 8pm; $18–$20; 415/892-6200.

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Dialing supergirls Leading ladies to the rescue in new ‘Ghostbusters’ film By Richard von Busack

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ielding an electronic ghost detector that looks like a little rotating neon vulva, a triumphant Melissa McCarthy leads the femalepower redo of Ghostbusters. In this round, Kristin Wiig’s Erin is trying to get tenure as a physics professor.

She fails, when a book she co-wrote years before about the supernatural materializes on the internet. The book was uploaded and sold by her miffed former writing partner Abby (McCarthy), now working at a lab in an off-brand tech school in the suburbs.

Abby’s new partner is a super-scientist who calls herself Holtzmann; Kate McKinnon plays this pretty, cocky blonde weirdette as the kind of brat who puts her boots on the mayor’s desk. The trio is joined by the blustering subway worker Patty (a lovable Leslie Jones), who saw a haunting at her station.

The four team up to learn more about the afterlife; meanwhile a bitter and pale bellboy (Neil Casey) is trying to launch an apocalypse.

The new Ghostbusters is a patchy film, with head-scratching moments.

The plot includes a strange piece of business about Erin accidentallyon-purpose letting a dragon ghost loose; it doesn’t make sense, even if the raging ghost is meant to give Bill Murray, as a James Randi-style skeptic, a good scare. But this remake is a different kind of patchy than its popular, sloppy hit predecessor—it doesn’t have the jittery, cocaine-laden quality to the writing. McCarthy is a demonically talented slow-burn artist. Whenever the movie stalls, she slaps it into action.

Director of photography Robert D. Yeoman (a Wes Anderson vet) makes the movie a visual carnival. The phosphorescent green goo all over the place is matched with blazing magentas and sapphire spectral glows. The colors have brightness and glitter. In the night skies, the ghosts look like the future of fireworks.

The finale fight is something made to see twice and freeze-frame later, just to be able to see the multiple Times Squares of the 20th century all crammed into one time-vortex.

It’s a pleasure to see Wiig’s attractive forlornness used in the service of being a kind of superhero; she even gets to fly, Supergirl style.Y

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•New Movies This Week

By Matthew Stafford

Friday, July 22 - Thursday, July 28 Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie (1:31) Edina (Jennifer Saunders) and Patsy (Joanna Lumley) are back and glitzier and raunchier than ever, boozing and clubbing their way to paparazzi glory.

Bad Moms (1:41) Three overstressed, overworked suburban mamas go on a longoverdue binge of bad behavior; Mila Kunis stars.

Batman: The Killing Joke (1:35) R-rated Batman cartoon examines the dark, violent psyche of the Caped Crusader’s number-one adversary, the Joker.

The BFG (1:57) The Roald Dahl classic about a Big Friendly Giant who refuses to eat children is brought to the big screen by director Steven Spielberg.

Café Society (1:38) Kaleidoscopic Woody Allen comedy celebrates the Manhattan-Hollywood high life of the 1930s; Parker Posey and Jeannie Berlin star.

Captain Fantastic (1:59) Thought-provoking drama about a family of utopian survivalists forced to brave the outside world; Viggo Mortensen stars.

Central Intelligence (1:47) Action comedy stars Dwayne Johnson as a nerd-turned-CIA agent and Kevin Hart as a jock-turned-nerd who team up to thwart a worldwide catastrophe.

Dark Horse (1:25) Inspiring documentary about a champion racehorse bred and raised by a group of dirt-poor Welsh miners.

Finding Dory (1:40) The animated blue tang fish of Finding Nemo is back and trying to reunite with her aquatic family; Ellen DeGeneres, Albert Brooks and Diane Keaton lend voice.

The Free State of Jones (2:19) True tale of a Mississippi farmer’s armed rebellion against the Confederacy that lasted well beyond the Civil War; Matthew McConaughey stars.

Genius (1:44) Loving biopic of Maxwell Perkins, the Scribner’s editor who brought out the best in Hemingway, Fitzgerald and Thomas Wolfe; Colin Firth stars.

Ghostbusters (1:45) The supernatural comedy gets a feminist reboot with Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig and Leslie Jones taking on the otherworld this time around.

Hillary’s America (1:47) Conservative pundit Dinesh D’Souza questions the motivations, intelligence and ancestry of the presumptive presidential nominee.

Hunt for the Wilderpeople (1:41) Wry New Zealand adventure comedy about the unlikely relationship between a cranky backwoodsman and his fellow outlaw, a 13-year-old out-of-hiselement city boy.

Ice Age: Collision Course (1:34) Manny, Sid, Diego and the rest of the herd are back and exploring exotic new worlds … including outer space!

The Infiltrator (2:07) True story of Robert Mazur, the undercover customs agent who brought down 85 drug lords and the bankers who financed them; Bryan Cranston stars.

The Innocents (1:55) True story of a group of Polish nuns impregnated by Russian soldiers in the closing days of WWII and the French doctor who cared for them.

Jason Bourne (2:03) The amnesiac secret agent is back, trying once again to unlock the secrets of his past; Paul Greengrass directs Matt Damon, of course.

Kabali (2:32) Historical epic about the Tamil Indian workers’ rebellion against their Malaysian masters.

The Legend of Tarzan (1:49) The Lord of the Apes ditches the London lush life to return to the jungle and take on mendacious miners;

Alexander Skarsgård stars with Samuel L. Jackson, Christoph Waltz and Djimon Hounsou.

Lights Out (1:21) Horror flick about yet another bloodthirsty evil force with a taste for allAmerican suburban families.

The Lobster (1:59) Surrealist satire abut a future society in which singles are rounded up and given the choice of mating or being turned into the animal of their choice.

Maggie’s Plan (1:38) Romantic comedy stars Greta Gerwig as a cheerful screw-up who falls into a love triangle with Julianne Moore and Ethan Hawke.

Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates (1:38) A couple of doofuses get more than they bargained for when they troll the internet for a couple of hotties for a trip to Hawaii.

The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble (1:36) Documentary focuses on the renowned cellist’s multicultural collaborations with folk musicians from China, Syria, Iran and other melodious locales.

My Love, Don’t Cross That River (1:26) Acclaimed Korean documentary focuses on the remarkable 76-year love affair between life-embracing centenarians Byong-man Jo and Gye-yeul Kang.

National Theatre London: The Audience (3:00) Peter Morgan’s new play imagines the weekly conversations Elizabeth II has had with every PM from Churchill to Cameron during the 60 years of her reign; Helen Mirren revisits her Oscar-winning role as the Queen.

National Theatre London: One Man, Two Guvnors (2:45) Rollicking comedy about an out-of-work musician employed by both an East End killer and the killer’s victim, who’s really the victim’s sister and the killer’s girlfriend in drag.

The Nice Guys (1:56) Action comedy stars Russell Crowe and Ryan Gosling as mismatched disco era private eyes who find themselves in the middle of a Hollywood porn-industry conspiracy.

Norm of the North (1:30) Cartoon about a grumpy polar bear who heads to New York to take on the developers who want to build condos in the Arctic.

Our Kind of Traitor (1:48) An unsuspecting couple get caught up in international intrigue when they befriend an on-the-lam Russian Mafia bigwig; Ewan McGregor co-stars with Paris, Morocco and the Swiss Alps.

Our Little Sister (2:06) Touching Japanese drama follows a year in the lives of four sisters in the aftermath of their father’s death.

Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse (1:40) Explore the lush and lovely garden paintings of Van Gogh, Bonnard, Pissarro and other giants at a cinematic tour of London’s Cleveland Museum of Art. Planet of the Apes (1:52) Sardonic sociopolitical sci-fi classic about a world where monkey men dominate their human cousins; Charlton Heston stars.

The Secret Life of Pets (1:31) Sneak peek at what pets get up to when they’re left alone in their Manhattan penthouses features vocals from Albert Brooks, Dana Carvey and others.

The Shallows (1:26) Blake Lively stars as a surfer stranded on a rock while a great white shark snaps at her keister.

Shoulder the Lion (1:14) Unconventional documentary focuses on a photographer, a musician and a sculptor who’ve learned to overcome loss of sight, hearing and brain function.

Star Trek Beyond (2:00) The crew of the Enterprise find themselves stranded on a hostile planet, hostile aliens encroaching; Chris Pine stars.

• Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie (R) • Bad Moms (R) • Batman: The Killing Joke (R) The BFG (PG) Café Society (PG-13)

Regency: Fri-Sat, Mon 11:45, 2:30, 5, 7:45, 10:05; Sun, Tue-Thu 11:45, 2:30, 5, 7:45 Northgate: Thu 6, 8:30 Rowland: Thu 6, 8:45 Regency: Mon 7:30, 10; Tue 7:30 Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:40, 2:25 Regency: Fri-Sat, Mon 11:30, 2:15, 4:50, 7:40, 10:10; Sun, Tue-Thu 11:30, 2:15, 4:50, 7:40 Captain Fantastic (R) Regency: Fri-Sat, Mon 10:35, 1:30, 4:25, 7:20, 10:15; Sun, Tue-Thu 10:35, 1:30, 4:25, 7:20 Central Intelligence (PG-13) Northgate: Fri-Wed 7:55, 10:30 Dark Horse (PG) Lark: Fri 2:30; Sun 6:40; Mon 3; Tue 12:10 Finding Dory (PG) Larkspur Landing: Fri, Mon-Wed 6:45, 9:20; Sat-Sun 1, 3:50, 6:45, 9:20 Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:20, 2, 4:35, 7:10, 9:50 Rowland: Fri-Wed 11, 1:40, 4:10, 6:50, 9:40 The Free State of Jones (R) Lark: Sun 8:40; Mon 7:20; Thu 12:40 Regency: Fri-Sat, Thu 1:10, 7; Mon-Tue 1:10 Genius (PG-13) Lark: Fri 12:15; Sun 2; Mon 5; Tue 2:05 Ghostbusters (PG-13) Fairfax: Fri-Wed 12:45, 3:45, 5:50, 6:45, 8:45, 9:40 Larkspur Landing: Fri, Mon-Wed 7, 3D showtime at 9:45; Sat-Sun 1:20, 7, 3D showtimes at 4:15, 9:45 Northgate: Fri-Wed 10:55, 1:40, 4:30, 7:15, 10; 3D showtimes at 12:20, 3:05, 5:50, 8:40 Playhouse: Fri-Sat 12:30, 3:30, 6:45, 9:35; Sun-Wed 12:30, 3:30, 6:45 Rowland: Fri-Wed 10:40, 7:10; 3D showtimes at 1:30, 4:25, 10 Hillary’s America (PG-13) Regency: Fri-Sat, Mon 11, 1:50, 4:30, 7:10, 9:50; Sun, Tue-Thu 11, 1:50, 4:30, 7:10 Hunt for the Wilderpeople (PG-13) Rafael: Fri-Sun 1:30, 4, 6:15, 8:30; Mon-Thu 4, 6:15, 8:30 Ice Age: Collision Course (PG) Fairfax: Fri-Wed 12:15, 12:45, 2:30, 3, 4:45, 7:10, 9:30 Larkspur Landing: Fri, Mon-Wed 9, 3D showtime at 6:30; Sat-Sun 4, 9, 3D showtimes at 1:30, 6:30 Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:15, 1:45, 3, 4:15, 6:45, 9:15; 3D showtimes at 12:30, 5:25, 8, 10:25 Playhouse: Fri-Sat 12, 2:45, 5, 7:15, 9:30; Sun-Thu 12, 2:45, 5, 7:15 Rowland: Fri-Wed 11:15, 4:30, 7; 3D showtimes at 2, 9:30 The Infiltrator (R) Regency: Fri-Sat, Mon 10:45, 1:40, 4:35, 7:30, 10:25; Sun, Tue-Thu 10:45, 1:40, 4:35, 7:30 The Innocents (Not Rated) Rafael: Fri-Sat 12:45, 3:30; Sun 12:45; Mon-Thu 3:30 Northgate: Thu 7, 9:50 Rowland: Thu 7, 9:50 • Jason Bourne (PG-13) Northgate: Fri-Wed Telugu showtimes at 2:30, 9:30; Tamil showtimes at 11:10, • Kabali (Not Rated) 6 The Legend of Tarzan (PG-13) Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:35, 2:10, 4:45, 7:20, 9:55 Rowland: Fri-Wed 11:30, 2:10, 4:50, 7:40, 10:20 Lights Out (PG-13) Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:05, 1:20, 3:30, 5:40, 7:50, 10:05 Rowland: Fri-Wed 10:50, 1:05, 3:20, 5:35, 7:50, 10:05 The Lobster (R) Rafael: Fri-Sat, Tue-Thu 8:15 Maggie’s Plan (R) Lark: Fri 7; Sat 7; Sun 11:50; Tue 4:20; Wed 1 Mike and Dave Need Northgate: Fri-Wed 12:10, 2:40, 5:10, 7:40, 10:15 Rowland: Fri-Wed 12:10, Wedding Dates (R) 2:50, 5:20, 8, 10:30 The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble (PG-13) Rafael: Fri-Sat, Tue-Thu 6; Sun 7 • My Love, Don’t Cross That River (Not Rated) Lark: Fri 4:30; Sat 4:30; Sun 4:15; Mon 12:30; Tue 6:30; Wed 3:15 National Theatre London: The Audience (Not Rated) Lark: Sat 1 National Theatre London: One Man, Two Guvnors (NR) Lark: Thu 6:30 The Nice Guys (R) Lark: Fri 9:10; Sat 9:10; Tue 9; Wed 8:30; Thu 3:30 Rowland: Tue, Thu 10am Sequoia: Thu 11 • Norm of the North (PG) Our Kind of Traitor (R) Regency: Fri, Sat 10:30, 4:15, 10:20; Sun, Wed 10:30am; Mon, Tue, Thu 10:30, 4:15 Rafael: Fri-Sun 1, 3:45, 6:30, 9:05; Mon-Thu 3:45, 6:30, 9:05 • Our Little Sister (PG) Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse (Not Rated) Lark: Wed 6:15 Regency: Sun, Wed 2, 7 • Planet of the Apes (G) The Secret Life of Pets (PG) Fairfax: Fri-Wed 12, 1, 2:20, 3:20, 4:40, 7:05, 9:25 Larkspur Landing: Fri, Mon-Wed 7:15, 9:35; Sat-Sun 2, 4:30, 7:15, 9:35 Northgate: Fri-Wed 11:30, 1:55, 3:10, 4:20, 7, 9:40; 3D showtimes at 12:40, 5:30 Playhouse: Fri-Sat 12:10, 2:30, 4:45, 7, 9:15; Sun-Wed 12:10, 2:30, 4:45, 7 Rowland: Fri-Wed 10, 12:20, 2:40, 5, 7:30, 9:50 The Shallows (PG-13) Northgate: Fri-Wed 5:20, 7:45, 10:10 • Shoulder the Lion (Not Rated) Rafael: Sun 4:15 (photographer Alice Wingall in person; filmmakers Erinnisse and Patryk Rebisz via Skype) Star Trek Beyond (PG-13) Fairfax: Fri-Wed 12:50, 3:55, 5:15, 6:50, 8, 9:45; Thu 12:50, 3:55, 6:50, 9:45 Northgate: Fri-Wed 11, 12:50, 1:50, 4:40, 7:30, 10:20; 3D showtimes at 11:55, 2:45, 3:40, 5:35, 6:30, 8:25, 9:20 Rowland: Fri-Wed 1:20, 7:20; 3D showtimes at 10:20, 4:20, 10:20 Showtimes can change after we go to press. Please call theater to confirm.

CinéArts at Sequoia 25 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley, 415-388-1190 Cinema 41 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera, 415-924-6506 Fairfax 9 Broadway, Fairfax, 415-453-5444 Lark 549 Magnolia Ave., Larkspur, 415-924-5111 Larkspur Landing 500 Larkspur Landing Cir., Larkspur, 415461-4849 Northgate 7000 Northgate Dr., San Rafael, 415-491-1314 Playhouse 40 Main St., Tiburon, 415-435-1234 Rafael Film Center 1118 Fourth St., San Rafael, 415-454-1222 Regency 280 Smith Ranch Rd., Terra Linda, 415-479-6496 Rowland 44 Rowland Way, Novato, 415-898-3385

Concerts MARIN

Jolie Holland & Samantha Parton The two resonant songwriters and cofounders of folk group the Be Good Tanyas reunite for a new Americana collaboration.

Jul 22, 8pm. $18-$20. HopMonk Novato, 224 Vintage Way, Novato, 415.892.6200.

Lauren Murphy Beloved Bay Area songwriter performs with a full band. Eclectic ensemble Shakey Zimmerman opens in their Sweetwater debut. Jul 24, 8pm. $18-$30. Sweetwater Music Hall, 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley, 415.388.1100.

SONOMA Grace Potter Powerhouse alternative-rock singersongwriter, multi-instrumentalist and actress performs with her full band. Jul 22, 7pm. $43. SOMO Village Event Center, 1100 Valley House Dr, Rohnert Park.

Gun Outfit Acclaimed Los Angeles rockers are joined by Washington indie band Happy Diving and local favorites OVVN and the Down House.

Jul 24, 7pm. $10. Arlene Francis Center, 99 Sixth St, Santa Rosa, 707.528.3009.

Hollywood Vampires New rock and roll project is headed up by classic rockers Alice Cooper and Aerosmith’s Joe Perry with some guy named Johnny Depp. Jul 22, 7:30pm. $40-$135. Green Music Center, 1801 East Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, 866.955.6040.

Smokey Robinson Acclaimed singer and Motown legend performs as part of Rodney Strong’s summer concert series. Jul 23, 5pm. $89 and up. Rodney Strong Vineyards, 11455 Old Redwood Hwy, Healdsburg, 707.431.1533.

NAPA Dr John & the Nite Trippers Steeped in the traditions of New Orleans, the Doctor and his band deliver a funky night of blues rock. Jul 23, 8pm. $40-$65.

Uptown Theatre, 1350 Third St, Napa, 707.259.0123.

Lester Lynch & Young People’s Chorus of New York City Festival Napa Valley presents a concert of

Clubs&Venues MARIN 142 Throckmorton Theatre Wed, 12pm, noon concert series. Jul 24, 5pm, Kimrea and friends. 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, 415.383.9600.

Belrose Theater Thurs, open mic night. 1415 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, 415.454.6422.

Benissimo Ristorante & Bar Thurs, Fri, live music. 18 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera, 415.927.2316.

Book Passage Sun, 11:30am, Songs & Stories with Megan. 51 Tamal Vista Blvd, Corte Madera, 415.927.0960.

Dance Palace Jul 24, 7pm, 10X10 Performance Lab. 503 B St, Pt Reyes Station, 415.663.1075.

Fenix Jul 20, Pro Blues Jam with the Marinfidels.

Jul 21, acoustic night with Amy Wigton and others. Jul 22, Rolando Sanchez & Salsa Hawaii. Jul 23, Tribute to Marvin Gaye & Lauryn Hill. Jul 24, 6:30pm, Good Karma.

Jul 26, an evening of flamenco with Olivia Gonzalez-Cruz. Jul 27, Pro Blues Jam with the Bobby Young Project. 919 Fourth St, San Rafael, 415.813.5600.

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with Todos Santos. Redwood Ave and Corte Madera Ave, Corte Madera, 415.302.1160.

Charlie Docherty. 4 Bayview St, San Rafael, 415.457.3993.

19 Broadway Club Jul 20, Danny Uzilevsky. Jul 21, Lender. Jul 22, 5:30pm, Tito. Jul 22, 9pm, Disco & Funk party with DJ Carlos. Jul 23, 5:30pm, Teja Gerken. Jul 23, 9:30pm, Sara Laine and friends. Jul 24, 2pm, the Rivertown Trio.

Jul 24, 5:30pm, Connie Ducey with the Judy Hall Quartet. Mon, open mic. Jul 27, Liquid Green. 17 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax, 415.459.1091.

Papermill Creek Saloon Jul 20 and , Jul 27, Hobo Warble and plunk songwriters jam. 1 Castro, Forest Knolls, 415.488.9235.

No Name Bar Tues, open mic. Jul 20, Fly by Train. Jul 21, Michael LaMacchia Band. Jul 22, Michael Aragon Quartet. Jul 23, Four and More.

Jul 24, Hurricane Gulch. Jul 25, Kimrea & the Dreamdogs. Jul 27, Mendonesia. 757 Bridgeway, Sausalito, 415.332.1392.

Osher Marin JCC Jul 23, 7pm, Tea Leaf Green. $25/kids free. 200 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael, 415.444.8000.

Osteria Divino Jul 20, Jonathan Poretz. Jul 21, Marcos Sainz Jazz Trio. Jul 22, Parker Grant Trio. Jul 23, Hot Club of Baltimore. Jul 24, Belinda Blair.

Jul 26, Rob Reich. Jul 27, Deborah Winters with Ken Cook. 37 Caledonia St, Sausalito, 415.331.9355.

Pacheco Plaza Jul 22, 6pm, Top Shelf Classics. 366 Ignacio Blvd, Novato.

Panama Hotel Restaurant Jul 20, Dale Polissar Trio. Jul 21, Deborah Winters. Jul 26, Lorin Rowan. Jul 27,

Peri’s Silver Dollar Jul 20, Elvis Johnson’s soul review. Jul 21, Talley Up. Jul 22, Ann Halen. Jul 23, 3pm, Soul Saturdays. Jul 23, 9:30pm, 35R. Jul 24, Swamp Voodoo. Mon, Billy D’s open mic. Jul 26, Sheet Metal. Jul 27, the New Sneakers. 29 Broadway, Fairfax, 415.459.9910.

Rancho Nicasio Jul 22, Wendy DeWitt’s piano party. Jul 24, 4pm, Elvin Bishop with Buckwheat Zydeco.

1 Old Rancheria Rd, Nicasio, 415.662.2219.

Sausalito Seahorse Tues, Jazz with Noel Jewkes and friends.

Wed, Milonga with Marcelo Puig and Seth Asarnow. Jul 21, 6pm, Charity Goodin. Jul 22, salsa with DJ Carlitos Way and DJ Jose Ruiz. Jul 23, City Swing Big Band. Jul 24, 5pm, Candela. Jul 25, 6pm, Judy Hall and friends. 305 Harbor View Dr, Sausalito, 415.331.2899.

Servino Ristorante Jul 23, Geometry of Chance. 9 Main St, Tiburon, 415.435.2676.

Smiley’s Schooner Saloon Jul 21, DJ Samir Neffati. Jul 22, the Old Folks. Jul 23, Intuitive Compass. Jul 24, Roses & Cigarettes. Mon, Epicenter Soundsystem reggaae. 41 Wharf Rd, Bolinas, 415.868.1311.

George’s Nightclub Tues, hip-hop open mic. Jul 21, college night with guest DJs. Jul 23, DJ Marlo. Jul 24, Mexican Banda. 842 Fourth St, San Rafael, 415.226.0262.

Grazie Restaurant Jul 23, Tito. 823 Grant Ave, Novato, 415.897.5181.

HopMonk Novato Jul 20, open mic night with Sauce Boys.

Jul 21, Thought Police and Disrupted Continuum. Jul 23, Iriefuse with the Happy’s and Blind Lucy. Jul 24, 5pm, Sean Watkins and Quiles & Cloud. Jul 27, open mic night with Alex & Sons. 224 Vintage Way, Novato, 415.892.6200.

Iron Springs Pub & Brewery Jul 20, Lorin Rowan’s Rattlebox. Jul 27, Jerry Garcia Birthday Tribute Show. 765 Center Blvd, Fairfax, 415.485.1005.

Menke Park Jul 24, 5pm, Summer Sunday Concerts

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Ingrid Michaelson DIY dream-pop songwriter, whose songs are heard regularly in films and on TV, lights up the stage. Jul 23, 7pm. $80 and up. Robert Mondavi Winery, 7801 St Helena Hwy, Oakville, 707.968.2203.

American spirituals with the celebrated vocalist and the award-winning chorus.

Jul 21, 6pm. Mont La Salle Retreat & Conference Center, 4405 Redwood Rd, Napa, festivalnapavalley.org.

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Singer-songwriter Smokey Robinson, founder of the famous Motown group The Miracles, takes the stage at Rodney Strong Vineyards in Healdsburg on July 23.

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Lunch & Dinner Sat & Sun Brunch

Outdoor Dining 7 Days a Week

Din ner & A Show Fri

Jul 22

Wendy DeWitt’s

“Piano Party” with guest Frederick Nighthawk 8:00 / No Cover

Sat

Bluesiana Dance Party!

Aug 13 Sat

Maria Muldaur

High Energy New Orleans Blues, R&B and Swamp Funk 8:30

Aug 27

Lavay Smith’s “1940’s Supper Club”

featuring the music of Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, Count Basie 8:30

BBQs on the Lawn!

Sun, July 24 • Elvin Bishop plus

special guest HowellDevine Sun, Aug 7 • the subdudes Sun, Aug 14 • Zulu Spear

& introducing Soul Ska

Sun, Aug 21 • Petty Theft Sun, Aug 28 • Asleep at the Wheel Sun, Sep 4 • Chuck Prophet

plus San Geronimo

Mon, Sep 5 • The Sons of Champlin Sun, Sep 11 • “Uncle” Willie K Sun, Sep 18 • Buck Nickels &

Loose Change/The Jones Gang Gates open at 3pm / Music at 4pm Reservations Advised

415.662.2219

On the Town Square, Nicasio www.ranchonicasio.com

Spitfire Lounge Fourth Friday of every month, DJ Beset. 848 B St, San Rafael, 415.454.5551.

Sweetwater Music Hall Jul 20, Joseph Israel. Jul 21, Bunny Wailer.

Jul 22, the Purple Ones. Jul 23, Steep Ravine and Salt Suns. Jul 25, Ana Popovic. Jul 27, Andre Thierry. 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley, 415.388.1100.

Terrapin Crossroads Jul 20, Phil Lesh and friends celebrate 1990. Jul 20, Tim Bluhm and the Terrapin Allstars. Jul 21, Rattlebox. Jul 22, Top 40 Friday with Stu Allen & the Terrapin All-Stars. Jul 23, Free Peoples. Jul 24, Lazyman. Jul 25, Grateful Mondays with Stu Allen and friends. Jul 26, Scott Law and Ross James’ Cosmic Twang. Jul 27-28, the Greyboy Allstars. 100 Yacht Club Dr, San Rafael, 415.524.2773.

Town Center Corte Madera Jul 24, 12pm, Stephanie Teel Band. 100 Corte Madera Town Center, Corte Madera, 415.924.2961.

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Jamison’s Roaring Donkey Wed, open mic night. Jul 24, DJ Val. 146 Kentucky St, Petaluma, 707.772.5478.

Jasper O’Farrell’s Tues, Sessions hip-hop and reggae night.

Fourth Friday of every month, DJ Konnex and DJ Jaclyn JacaLioness. 6957 Sebastopol Ave, Sebastopol, 707.829.2062.

Juilliard Park Jul 24, 5pm, Live at Juilliard with Drifting South. 227 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa.

KRSH Jul 21, 6pm, backyard concert with Toronzo Cannon. 3565 Standish Ave, Santa Rosa, 707.588.0707.

Lagunitas Tap Room Jul 20, Mia Rose Lynn. Jul 21, the Turkey Buzzards. Jul 22, Firewheel. Jul 23, Jason Bodlovich. Jul 24, Roem Baur. Jul 27, HowellDevine. 1280 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma, 707.778.8776.

Aqus Cafe Jul 20, West Coast Songwriters Competition. Jul 22, Mars Retrograde.

Jul 24, 2pm, Kenneth Roy Berry. Jul 27, bluegrass and old time music jam. 189 H St, Petaluma, 707.778.6060.

Main Street Bistro Jul 20, Willie Perez. Jul 21, Honeydippers.

Jul 22, Susan Sutton Jazz Trio. Jul 23, Pat Wilder. Jul 24, Pocket Canyon Ramblers.

Jul 26, Mac & Potter. 16280 Main St, Guerneville, 707.869.0501.

The Big Easy Jul 20, Jason Robinson Quartet. Jul 21, Quel Bordel. Jul 22, the Bee Rays. Jul 23, John Brothers Piano Company. Jul 24, Miano Jazz Trio. Jul 26, American Alley Cats. Jul 27, Wednesday Night Big Band. 128 American Alley, Petaluma, 707.776.4631.

Mystic Theatre Jul 21, Hirie and Dollar Short. Jul 24, Reckless Kelly. Jul 26, Steel Pulse and Adam Twelve. 23 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma, 707.765.2121.

Corkscrew Wine Bar Jul 22, Sage Gentle-Wing. Jul 23, Chuck Day and friends. Jul 26, songwriter’s lounge with Lauralee Brown. 100 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma, 707.789.0505.

Thur 7/21 • Doors 8pm • ADV $42 / DOS $47

with Soul Fuse and Solid Air. Jul 27, 5pm, Peacetown concert series with Annie Sampson and Bonnie Brooks. Willow Street and Jewell Avenue, Sebastopol.

Flamingo Lounge Jul 22, Stax City. Jul 23, SugarFoot. 2777 Fourth St, Santa Rosa, 707.545.8530.

Occidental Center for the Arts Jul 23, 8pm, the Shawn Thwaites Rebel Quartet. 3850 Doris Murphy Ct, Occidental, 707.874.9392.

Phoenix Theater Jul 23, Dej Loaf with Chozen and Jeff Turner. Jul 24, Arkaik and Vale of Pnath.

201 Washington St, Petaluma, 707.762.3565.

The living legend & co-founder of Bob Marley & The Wailers with Soul Ska Fri 7/22 • Doors 8pm • $25

Francis Ford Coppola Winery Jul 23, 6:30pm, Orquesta La Original. 300 Via Archemides, Geyserville, 707.857.1400.

Insatiable Tribute To Prince Sat 7/23 • Doors 8pm • ADV $12 / DOS $17

Green Music Center Jul 23, the Taj Mahal Trio with Hot Tuna and Marcia Ball. 1801 East Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, 866.955.6040.

Redwood Cafe Jul 20, Irish set dancing. Jul 21, 4pm, Rachel Bockover. Jul 21, 8pm, Disclaimer.

Jul 22, Reggae at the Redwood with Pato Banton & the Now Generation. Jul 23, the Sorentinos. Jul 24, 3pm, Old Time Music Fiddle Jam. Jul 24, 6pm, Irish jam session.

Jul 25, open mic with DJ Loisaida. Jul 27, Don Hall. 8240 Old Redwood Hwy, Cotati, 707.795.7868.

Green Music Center Schroeder Hall Jul 26-27, pianoSonoma Music Festival. 1801 E Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, 866.955.6040.

Rio Nido Roadhouse Jul 23, Petty Theft. 14540 Canyon 2 Rd, Rio Nido, 707.869.0821.

HopMonk Sebastopol Tues, open mic night. Jul 20, One Drop and Iriefuse. Jul 22, Stu Hamm. Jul 23, Midtown Social and Dirty Revival. Jul 25, Monday Night Edutainment with DJ Jacques and DJ Guacamole. 230 Petaluma Ave, Sebastopol, 707.829.7300.

Rossi’s 1906 Wed, Paint Nite at Rossi’s. Thurs, open mic night. Jul 22, Piece of G. Jul 23, Stone Cold Mollie. Jul 24, 5pm, Three Times Bad. Jul 24, 9pm, Sunday Night Blues Jam. 401 Grove St, Sonoma, 707.343.0044.

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The Purple Ones Steep Ravine

with Salt Suns Sun 7/24 • Doors 7pm • ADV $18 / DOS $20

A Mid Summer Trip with The Lauren Murphy Band & Shakey Zimmerman Mon 7/25 • Doors 7pm • ADV $26 / DOS $28

Ana Popovic

Tue 7/26 • Doors 8pm • ADV $22 / DOS $25

Richie Spice and the Element Band

Wed 7/27 • Doors 7pm • ADV $12 / DOS $14

Andre Thierry Alternative Creole

Philly Joe James & Louisiana Love Act Fri 7/29 • Doors 8pm • ADV $12 / DOS $14

Jerry Joseph & a Guitar Leslie Mendelson

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HopMonk Sonoma Jul 22, 5pm, Solid Air. Jul 22, 8pm, Kendra McKinley. Jul 23, 1pm, Dan Martin. Jul 23, 8pm, Frankie Bourne. Jul 24, 1pm, Nate Lopez. 691 Broadway, Sonoma, 707.935.9100.

Sonoma Speakeasy Jul 21, singer sit-in night with Dallis Craft.

Jul 22, Loosely Covered with Ellen Toscana.

Jul 23, 5pm, Marks Brothers. Jul 23, 8pm, Iko Ya Ya. Jul 24, 4pm, Bruce Gordon & the Acrosonics. Jul 26, New Orleans R&B night.

452 First St E, Ste G, Sonoma, 707.996.1364.

Hotel Healdsburg Jul 23, 6:30pm, Stephanie Ozer Trio with Piro Patton and Tom Hiyashi. 25 Matheson St, Healdsburg, 707.431.2800.

Taft Street Winery Jul 24, 3pm, the Bootleg Honeys. 2030 Barlow Lane, Sebastopol, 707.823.2049.

Ives Park Jul 20, 5pm, Peacetown concert series

NAPA Jarvis Conservatory Jul 20, 11am, Young Artists Concert with Yelena Dyachek. Jul 21, 11am, Young Artists Concert with Daniel Hsu. 1711 Main St, Napa, 707.255.5445.

Napa Valley Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Theater Jul 23, 2pm, Young People’s Chorus of NYC and Napa Regional Dance. Free; ticket required. Jul 24, 5:30pm, Festival Napa Valley’s Opera Gala with Isabel Leonard and Michael Fabiano. 100 California Dr, Yountville, 707.944.9900.

Art OPENING Marin

Corte Madera Library Jul 23-Aug 18, “Commitment to Creativity,” group show by Golden Gate Marin Artists celebrates women in the visual arts. 707 Meadowsweet Dr, Corte Madera.

707.924.6444.

MarinMOCA Jul 23-Aug 28, “Artists of MarinMOCA,” juried group show features a diverse selection of works by over 70 Bay Area artists. Reception, Jul 23 at 5pm. 500 Palm Dr, Novato. Wed-Fri, 11 to 4; Sat-Sun, 11 to 5.

415.506.0137.

SONOMA Alchemia Gallery Jul 20-Aug 28, “Earth, Wind & Fiber,” mixed-media collection featuring works of art from three distinct mediums: ceramics, glass mosaics and fiber arts. Reception, Jul 23 at 4pm. 111 Kentucky St, Petaluma. Mon, Tues, Fri, 10 to 5; Wed, Thurs, Sat, 10 to 4; Sun, 11 to 4. 707.775.3794.

Charles M. Schulz Museum Jul 27-Jan 16, “Peanuts & the Picture of Health,” showcase looks at the sporty and active pursuits that found themselves playfully depicted in the panels of Peanuts.

2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa. Mon-Fri, noon to 5; Sat-Sun, 10 to 5. 707.579.4452.

Dutton-Goldfield Winery Jul 20-Sep 13, “James Reynolds Solo Show,” local artist works with pastels and focuses on landscapes, wildlife and portraits.

Reception, Jul 24 at 1pm. 3100 Gravenstein Hwy N, Sebastopol. Daily, 10 to 4:30.

707.827.3600.

Gallery One Jul 27-Sep 4, “New Work,” invited artists Isis Hockenos, Joyce Kelly, Judy Klausenstock, Sandra Speidel and Joanne Tepper show their latest multimedia works. Reception, Jul 30 at 5pm. 209 Western Ave, Petaluma.

707.778.8277.

Healdsburg Center for the Arts Jul 21-Aug 28, “Reflections | Shadows,” regional juried exhibit presents a diverse selection of works based on the theme.

Reception, Jul 23 at 5pm. 130 Plaza St, Healdsburg. Daily, 11 to 6. 707.431.1970.

Petaluma Arts Center Jul 23-Sep 25, “Journeys Through Light & Dark,” highlights the emotional tales that emerge between doll artists and the creatures they create, and explores the nature of figurative art. Reception, Jul 23

at 5pm. 230 Lakeville St, Petaluma. ThursMon, 11 to 5. 707.762.5600.

Bay Model Visitor Center Through Jul 30, “Transformation,” Bibby Gignillit’s collage works feature bold colors and whimsical geometric shapes. 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.332.3871.

Gallery Route One Through Jul 31, “Points of Departure,” a group show by gallery members emphasizes the variety of each artist’s unique point of view, concept or idea. 11101 Hwy 1, Pt Reyes Station. Wed-Mon, 11 to 5. 415.663.1347.

The Image Flow Through Jul 29, “As the Allure Fades,” photographs by Jay Ruland. 401 Miller Ave, Ste A, Mill Valley. 415.388.3569.

O’Hanlon Center for the Arts Through Jul 21, “Bold,” juried show explores bold use of color in vibrant expressionist and abstract works. 616 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. Tues-Sat, 10 to 2; also by appointment. 415.388.4331.

Robert Allen Fine Art Through Jul 29, “Selected Realism,” group exhibition of works on canvas featuring Regina Case, Jon Francis and others. 301 Caledonia St, Sausalito. Mon-Fri, 10 to 5.

415.331.2800.

San Geronimo Valley Community Center Through Jul 29, “Photographers Group Show,” range of works includes landscape, still life, nature, portrait, abstract and experimental approaches to photography.

6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Geronimo.

415.488.8888.

Comedy Divided Comedy Tour Nationally touring comedians Ty Barnett and Ian Harris come together to unite audiences through laughter while pontificating on race, religion, parenting, relationships and politics. Jul 22, 8pm. $20. 142 Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, 415.383.9600.

George Lopez Standup and television star performs as part of his #ThatsTrue Comedy Tour. Jul 22, 8pm. $55 and up. Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa, 707.546.3600.

Mort Sahl Social satire from Sahl. Thurs. $15-$20. 142 Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, 415.383.9600.

The Thread Acting and improv workshop is perfect for beginners and pros alike. Wed, 7pm. through Jul 20. $20. 142 Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, 415.383.9600.

Tuesday Night Live Featuring comedians at the top of their game, both rising stars and names known worldwide. Tues, 8pm. $17-$27. 142 Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, 415.383.9600.

Alma del Tango Studio Tuesdays, 7pm. through Jul 26, Beginning American Swing Dance, all abilities and ages welcome. 167 Tunstead Ave, San Anselmo 415.459.8966.

Belrose Theater Sundays, 4pm, Argentine Dance. 1415 Fifth Ave, San Rafael 415.454.6422.

Club 101 Wednesdays, 8:20pm, salsa dancing with lessons. 815 W Francisco Blvd, San Rafael 415.460.0101.

Dance Palace Wednesdays, 6pm, Women’s Collaborative Dance. $5-$15 per month. Sundays, 10am, Ecstatic Dance Point Reyes, explore different rhythms with no experience necessary 503 B St, Pt Reyes Station 415.663.1075.

Mill Valley Community Center Mondays, 6pm, Swing Dance Lessons.

925.267.2200. 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley.

Napa Valley Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Theater Jul 22, 6pm, San Francisco Ballet Dance Gala, presented by Festival Napa Valley. 100 California Dr, Yountville 707.944.9900.

Tour de MALT Bicycle ride through West Marin farms benefits the Marin Agricultural Land Trust.

Jul 23, 8am. $85-$125. Nicasio Valley Farms, 5300 Nicasio Valley Rd, Nicasio.

Field Trips

Interstellar Journey Learn about the constellations and other wonders of the universe through seminarstyle lectures and nighttime hikes. Jul 23, 8pm. $40-$60. Point Reyes National Seashore, 1 Bear Valley Road, Point Reyes Station, ptreyes.org.

Film

Events

Mind Reels Weekly series presents notable documentary films as well as guest speakers and performers bringing the film’s ideas to life. Tues-noon. $25-$30. Lark Theater, 549 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur, 415.924.5111.

The Draped Figure Draw or paint from live models in a variety of costumes and settings. Tues, 10am. $15. MarinMOCA, 500 Palm Dr, Novato, 415.506.0137.

Evening of Mizrahi Culture Event showcases Iraqi film, food and art. Jul 20, 6pm. $15. Osher Marin JCC, 200 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael, 415.444.8000.

Monday Painting Group An open space to paint with fellow artists. Space is limited. Mon-noon. $10.

MarinMOCA, 500 Palm Dr, Novato, 415.506.0137.

Senior Access Caregiver Support Group Caring for an adult can be challenging. This group is facilitated by a specially trained professional. Third Thurs of every month, 11am. Lucas Valley Community Church, 2000 Las Gallinas Ave, San Rafael.

Sonoma County Fair The Fair’s theme “Lights, Camera, Fair!” turns the hall of flowers into a Sonoma County cinema celebration, with carnival rides, exhibits, horse racing and more on hand. Jul 22-Aug 7. Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Rd, Santa Rosa, 707.545.4200.

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Bioluminescence Kayaking Adventure Watch a little light show in the river while you kayak. Jul 24, 6:30pm. $140-$160. Point Reyes National Seashore, 1 Bear Valley Road, Point Reyes Station, ptreyes.org.

Marin Country Mart Movie Night Gather friends and family to enjoy a classic film on the green throughout the summer.

Wed, 6pm. Marin Country Mart, 2257 Larkspur Landing Circle, Larkspur.

Color Me Calm Adult Coloring Group A relaxing and brain-stimulating group for adults, with supplies provided. Fourth Wed of every month, 2pm. San Rafael Library, 1100 E St, San Rafael, 415.485.3323.

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Afternoon Community Service Participate in center restoration projects.

Third Wed of every month. Richardson Bay Audubon Center, 376 Greenwood Beach Rd, Tiburon, 415.388.2524.

Sausalito Seahorse Wednesdays, 7pm. through Aug 10, Tango classes with Joe and Courtneay, for all levels $18. Sundays, 4pm, Salsa class. Free. 305 Harbor View Dr, Sausalito 415.331.2899.

The Barlow Street Fair The Barlow takes over McKinley Street every Thursday this summer with local food, beer and wine, as well as live music and family-friendly activities. Thurs, 5pm. through Sep 29. Barlow Event Center, 6770 McKinley St, Sebastopol.

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Outdoor Movie Night A screening of the animated film “Madagascar” on Angel Island is a benefit for the Island Conservancy. Jul 23, 5pm. $15-$30.

Angel Island State Park, 1 Main St, Tiburon, 415.435.3972.

Paper Moon Film studies group Cinema & Psyche hosts a screening and discussion of Peter Bogdanovich’s 1973 masterpiece. Talk will focus on film history and technique through archetype, symbol and myth. Jul 25, 2pm. $20. Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 240 Channing Way, San Rafael.

Shoulder the Lion Focusing on three artists who have lost a sense that defines their art, this immersive film essay examines what it takes to keep on going when one’s talent confronts a catastrophic challenge. Jul 24, 4pm. Smith Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth St, San Rafael, 415.454.1222.

Food & Drink Corte Madera Farmers’ Market Wed-noon. Town Center Corte Madera, 100 Corte Madera Town Center, Corte Madera, 415.382.7846.

Friday Night Live Enjoy delicious themed buffet dinners with live music on hand. Fri. $7-$14. San Geronimo Golf Course, 5800 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Geronimo, 415.488.4030.

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Soul Satisfied: Ice Cream Social An enchanted evening of Heart-opening mixers, Delicious intimate sharing, Organic Ice Cream from Fairfax Scoop + DJ Heartbeat’s romantic dance jam!

July 30 • 8 pm • adv $24/door $30/student $18

Elijah Ray & The Band of Light Prolific Singer, Composer, Multi-instrumentalist blending Acoustic Soul, Bumpin Funk, World Beat, Pure Joy!

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Sept 3 • 8pm • adv $20/door $25/student $15 Mangalananda & Friends w/Prajna Vieira & David Estes Sept 17 • 8pm • adv $24/door $28/student $18 SoulSong with Gary Malkin & Friends Sept 24 • 8pm • adv $24/door $30/student $18 Ajeet Kaur: CD Release Party/Afternoon Workshop (5-6:30)

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Indian Valley Farm Stand Organic farm and garden produce stand where you bring your own bag. Sat, 10am.

College of Marin, Indian Valley Campus, 1800 Ignacio Blvd, Novato, 415.454.4554.

Marin Country Mart Farmers’ Market Sat, 9am. Marin Country Mart, 2257 Larkspur Landing Circle, Larkspur, 415.461.5715.

Marinwood Farmers’ Market Sat, 9am. Marinwood Plaza, Marinwood Avenue and Miller Creek Road, San Rafael, 415.999.5635.

Mill Valley Farmers’ Market Fri, 9:30am. CVS parking lot, 759 E Blithedale Ave, Mill Valley, 415.382.7846.

Pt Reyes Farmers’ Market All certified organic produce market also features live music and chef demos. Sat, 9am. through Nov 5. Free admission. Toby’s Feed Barn, 11250 Hwy 1, Pt Reyes Station, 415.456.0147.

Sunday San Rafael Farmers’ Market Sun, 8am. Marin Farmers Market, 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, 415.472.6100.

Tam Valley Certified Farmers’ Market Meet the farmers and enjoy fresh, seasonal, certified organic, local and regional produce, baked goods and more. Tues, 3-7pm. through Nov 22. Tam Valley Community Center, 203 Marin Ave, Mill Valley.

Thursday San Rafael Farmers’ Market Thurs, 8am. Marin Center, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael., 415.472.6100.

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Bay Area Discovery Museum Ongoing, “Animal Secrets.” Hands-on art, science and theater camps, art studio, tot spot and lookout cove adventure area. Wed-Thurs at 10 and 11, music with Miss Kitty. $5-$6. Fri at 11, aquarium feeding. Ongoing. Admission, $8-$10. Bay Area Discovery Museum, Fort Baker, 557 McReynolds Rd., Sausalito., 415.339.3900.

Breakfast with Enzo Bring clapping hands, singing voices, dancing feet and breakfast for weekly family music show. Sun at 10 and 11. Mill Valley Golf Clubhouse, 267 Buena Vista, Mill Valley, 415.652.2474.

The College Fund Street Band Jul 27, 3:30pm. Mill Valley Library, 375 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, 415.389.4292.

Henna Body Art Teen program. Jul 22, 3:30pm. San Anselmo Council Chamber, 525 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo.

Magician Timothy James See magical feats on stage, including sleightof-hand, misdirection, ventriloquism and more. Jul 20, 3:30pm. Mill Valley Library, 375 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, 415.389.4292.

Marin Theatre Summer Camp For grades K through 12, spend the summer developing your passion for theater. Through Aug 12. Marin Theatre Company, 397 Miller Ave, Mill Valley, 415.388.5208.

Summer Nature Camp Campers up to 12 years old get an unforgettable wildlife experience, including live animal visits from rescued wildlife ambassadors, animal-themed games, nature crafts, hikes and more. Through Aug 12. $160$330/week. WildCare, 76 Albert Park Ln, San Rafael, 415.453.1000.

Summer Sing with Singers Marin A camp where youth can discover their talent and their love of music and performance. Jul 25-Aug 5. Mt Tamalpais United Methodist Church, 410 Sycamore Ave, Mill Valley.

Lectures The Delta: Past & Present Ranger Linda shares stories about the Sacramento/San Joaquin Delta and its massive transformations over the last 165 years. Jul 23, 3pm. Bay Model Visitor Center, 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito, 415.332.3871.

DSLR Video Boot Camp Advanced class focuses on filmmaking techniques and tips for using your DSLR to shoot. Jul 21, 6pm. Community Media Center of Marin, 819 A St, San Rafael, 415.721.0636. eBook Help Get one-on-one help in downloading library eBooks to the Kindle, iPad and other devices.

Call ahead to reserve a session. Thurs, 10am.

Civic Center Library, 3501 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael, 415.473.6058.

Golden Gate Computer Society Apple Group Explore everything Apple, including Mac computers and iOS devices such as iPhone, iPad, etc. Third Thurs of every month, 1pm.

First Presbyterian Church of San Rafael, 1510 Fifth St, San Rafael, 415.927.2289.

Lightroom Fundamentals Learn the basics of editing and developing your photos and get up and running with the power of Adobe Lightroom in record time. Jul 25, 7pm. $175. The Image Flow, 401 Miller Ave, Ste A, Mill Valley, 415.388.3569.

Masters of Photography Lecture Series Jeffrey Martz’s ongoing celebration of the life and work of the most influential practitioners in the history of photography continues with a look at photographer Bill Brandt Jul 21, 7pm. Free. The Image Flow, 401 Miller Ave, Ste A, Mill Valley, 415.388.3569.

Mini-Maker Cat Craft Learn how to cut out a pattern and hand sew the pieces together to make a small stuffed cat. Pre-registration required. Jul 22, 10:30am. Free. Civic Center Library, 3501 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael, 415.473.6058.

Sex on the Breach An eye-opening talk on the reproductive habits of earth’s largest animal, the whale.

Parental guidance recommended. Jul 27, 7pm. $5. Bay Model Visitor Center, 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito, 415.332.3871.

Wildlife Picture Index Project Come to this training and learn how to contribute to the volunteer project by helping maintain wildlife cameras and processing photos. Thurs, Jul 21, 1pm and Tues, Jul 26, 1pm. Marin Water District Office, 220 Nellen Ave, Corte Madera, parksconservancy.org.

Readings Book Passage Jul 20, 7pm, “The Power Paradox” with Dacher Keltner. Jul 21, 7pm, “So Much to Be Done” with Susie Lampert and Rachel Morello-Frosch. Jul 23, 7pm, “The Trouble with Lexie” with Jessica Anya Blau. Jul 24, 1pm, “Dream of Venice Architecture” with JoAnn Locktov, in conversation with book designer Sandy Popovich. Jul 24, 4pm, “Dog Medicine” with Julie Barton. Jul 24, 7pm, “Beautiful to the Bone” with P.G. Lengsfelder. Jul 25, 7pm, “From Here to Prosperity” with Tom Burgess. Jul 26, 7pm, “The Lost Girls” with Heather Young. Jul 27, 7pm, “Deep Six” with DP Lyle. 51 Tamal Vista Blvd, Corte Madera 415.927.0960.

Left Bank Brasserie Jul 21, 6:30pm, “Ingredienti: Marcella’s Guide to the Market” with Victor Hazan, includes meal, wine and copy of the book. $110-$180 couple. 507 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur 415.927.3331.

Novato Copperfield’s Books Jul 22, 7pm, “The Trouble with Lexie” with Jessica Anya Blau. 999 Grant Ave, Novato 415.763.3052.

Point Reyes Books Fourth Monday of every month, Spanish book group. 11315 Hwy 1, Pt Reyes Station 415.663.1542.

Point Reyes Presbyterian Church Jul 27, 7pm, “Die Wise” with Stephen Jenkinson. $20. 11445 Shoreline Hwy, Point Reyes Station 415.663.1349.

Rebound Bookstore Jul 27, 7pm, Sci-fi Writers’ Night, with Ransom Stephens and surprise guest. Free.

1611 4th Street, San Rafael 415.482.0550.

San Rafael Copperfield’s Books Jul 23, 2pm, “Saturday” with Ian Lendler, book launch event for new picture book with local bestselling author. 850 Fourth St, San Rafael 415.524.2800.

Theater Kiss Me Kate Marin Musical Theatre Company presents this timeless Cole Porter comedy. Jul 21-24. $25-$50. The Playhouse, 27 Kensington Rd, San Anselmo, marinmusicals.org.

Relativity! The Musical Fairfax Theatre Company presents another run of the inspiring original musical, back by popular demand, that follows a high school student’s scientifically sound fantasy.

Through Jul 23. $10-$20. Fairfax Pavilion, 142 Bolinas Rd, Fairfax, 415.779.8382.

Robin Hood Ross Valley Players presents the family favorite tale of the merry band who rob from the rich and give to the poor. Through Aug 14. $25-$29. Barn Theatre, Marin Art and Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, 415.456.9555.

Twelfth Night Shakespeare’s gender-bending comedy explores the desires of love among moonstruck eccentrics. Jul 22-Aug 21. $10$35. Marin Shakespeare Company, 890 Bella Ave, San Rafael, 415.499.4488. ✹ Got a listing for our Sundial section?

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Limited space. Also, starting week of 07/25: ongoing, coed (emotional) Intimacy Groups (partnered or single); 9-week coed Singles Group.

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PublicNotices #22, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: ANDREA ORTEGA COSTIGAN, 1515 LINCOLN AVE #22, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. The business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County ClerkRecorder of Marin County on Jun 28, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jun 29, Jul 6, 13, 20 of 2016)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140118 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: AMERICAN SOIL PRODUCTS, 580 JACOBY ST, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: A & S LANDSCAPE MATERIALS, INC., SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. The business is being conducted by A CORPORATION. Registration expired more than 40 days ago and is renewing under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on Jun 20, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 6, 13, 20, 27 of 2016)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140199 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: MISS NICKY’S PRESCHOOL, 360 NOVA ALBIAN WAY, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903: NOVATO ENRICHMENT CARE INC., 360 NOVA ALBIAN WAY, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903. The business is being conducted by A CORPORATION. Registrant is renewing filing with changes and is transacting business, under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on Jul 01, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 6, 13, 20, 27 of 2016)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140174 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: ENERGY DANCE, 18 E BLITHEDALE AVE, SUITE 33, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941: REZA FARHANG, 18 E BLITHEDALE AVE, SUITE 33, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941.

The business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registration expired more than 40 days ago and is renewing under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County ClerkRecorder of Marin County on Jun 29, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 6, 13, 20, 27 of 2016)

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No: 304709 The following person(s) has/have abandoned the use of a fictitious business name(s). The information given below is as it appeared on the fictitious business statement that was filed at the Marin County Clerk-Recorder’s Office on Aug 01, 2014, Under File No: 135393. Fictitious Business name(s) BEL MARIN ANIMAL HOSPITAL, 25 COMMERCIAL BLVD, STE N, NOVATO, CA 94949: MELISSA ALLEN ROBINETT, 215 GIBSON AVE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941. This state-

ment was filed with the County Clerk Recorder of Marin County on Jun 21, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 6, 13, 20, 27 of 2016)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140208 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: CARLOS HANDYMAN & FLOORS, 702 ROSAL WAY, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903: JUAN CARLOS MORA DELGADO, 702 ROSAL WAY, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903. The business is being conducted

by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on Jul 06, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 13, 20, 27, Aug 03 of 2016)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140216 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: JOANNE’S COPY SHOP, 2000 BRIDGEWAY, SAUSALITO, CA 94965: 1) JOANNE WISHART, 55 HAVENWOOD RD, NOVATO, CA 94945 2) DEA BELROSE, 55 HAVENWOOD RD, NOVATO, CA 94945. The business is being conducted by A MARRIED COUPLE. Registration expired more than 40 days ago and is renewing with changes under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County ClerkRecorder of Marin County on Jul 07, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 13, 20, 27, Aug 03 of 2016)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140163 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: 1) PEURTO VALLARTA BACKROAD ADVENTURES 2) WHATS HAPPENING CALENDARS 3) MARIN MOONSHINERS 4) SATURDAY SUNSET HIKE & WINE, 269 SCENIC RD, FAIRFAX, CA 94966: JOHN BENUS, 269 SCENIC RD, FAIRFAX, CA 94966. The business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County ClerkRecorder of Marin County on Jun 27, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 13, 20, 27, Aug 03 of 2016

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140134 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: FMG CREATIF, 25 GELDERT DR, TIBURON, CA 94920: FRANCOIS MARIE GOUNARD, 25 GELDERT DR, TIBURON, CA 94920.

The business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on Jun 22, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 13, 20, 27, Aug 03 of 2016

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140229 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: WE BRING THE BAR,

1615 4TH STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: WE BRING THE BAR LLC, 1615 4TH STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. The business is being conducted

by A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County ClerkRecorder of Marin County on Jul 08, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 13, 20, 27, Aug 03 of 2016

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140230 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: PINT SIZE LOUNGE, 1615 4TH ST., SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: ADAM VIOLANTE, 1615 4TH ST., SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901. The business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registration expired more than 40 days ago and is renewing with changes under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on Jul 08, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 13, 20, 27, Aug 03 of 2016

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140222 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: STAG CONSTRUCTION, 821 SAN ANSELMO AVE, SAN ANSELMO, CA 94960: L R SMITH CONTRACTING INC., 821 SAN ANSELMO AVE, SAN ANSELMO, CA 94960. The business is being conducted by A CORPORATION. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on Jul 08, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 13, 20, 27, Aug 03 of 2016

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140084 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: HEARTH, 69 CORTE MADERA AVE, # C, CORTE MADERA, CA 94925: LISA WEINDORF, 69 CORTE MADERA AVE, APT C, CORTE MADERA , CA 94925. The business is being conducted

by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant is renewing with changes under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on Jun 14, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 13, 20, 27, Aug 03 of 2016

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140231 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: A-C-U, 980 BUSH ST, # 204, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94109: 1)SARAH BURNS, 980 BUSH ST, # 204, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94109 2) JULIA McCONE, 1775 O’FARRELL ST # 22, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94115.

The business is being conducted by A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on Jul 08, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 20, 27, Aug 03, 10 of 2016)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140246 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: STRAWBERRY SHORES, 111 SEMINARY DRIVE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941: 1) FELIPE R. SANTIAGO, TRUSTEE OF THE DOROTHY KALISKI CHARITABLE REMAINDER UNITRUST, 35 MOUNTAIN LANE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941 2) FELIPE R. SANTIAGO, TRUSTEE OF THE MARTELL J. KALISKI, IRROVOCABLE TRUST, 35 MOUNTAIN LANE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941 3) RACHELLE KALISKI, TRUSTEE OF THE RACHELLE KALISKI 2013 REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST, 75 EUCALYPTUS KNOLL, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941.

The business is being conducted by UNINCORPORATED ASSOCIATION OTHER THAN A PARTNERSHIP. Registrant is renewing with changes under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on Jul 12, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 20, 27, Aug 03, 10 of 2016)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140253 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: LIMELIGHT PRODUCTIONS, 825 SEAVER DRIVE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941: 1) KHADIJA A HANSIA 825 SEAVER DRIVE, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941 2) JEREMY HANNIGAN, 55 REED BLVD, APT 4, MILL VALLEY, CA 94941. The business is being conducted by CO-PARTNERS. Registrant will begin transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County ClerkRecorder of Marin County on Jul 13, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 20, 27, Aug 03, 10 of 2016)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140224 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: COWBOY CONSTRUCTION WEST, 1291 MAPLE CT # C, NOVATO, CA 94947: MERWIN LOPEZ, 1291 MAPLE CT # C, NOVATO, CA 94947. The business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registration expired more than 40 days ago and is renewing under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on Jul 08, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 20, 27, Aug 03, 10 of 2016)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT—File No: 2016-140280 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business: CENTRAL PAYMENT ONE, 2350 KERNER BLVD SUITE 300, SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901: HUNG WEI LI, 2142 YELLOW ROSE CIRCLE, FAIRFIELD, CA 94534. The business is being conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL. Registrant is renewing with changes under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Marin County on Jul 18, 2016 (Publication Dates: Jul 20, 27, Aug 03, 10 of 2016)

OTHER NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF MARIN No: CIV 1602312. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner RUTH PARHAM BARBER filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: RUTH PARHAM BARBER to PARHAM BARBER ROBINSON. 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: 08/19/2016 AT 08:30 AM, DEPT B, ROOM B, Superior Court of California, County of Marin, 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94913. 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 of filing: JUN 28, 2016. (Publication Dates: Jun 29, Jul 6, 13, 20 of 2016)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF MARIN No: CIV 1602026. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner ALISON MARIE KAZI filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: ALISON MARIE KAZI to ALISON COLLINS KAZI. 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: 08/02/2016 AT 09:00 AM, DEPT E, ROOM E, Superior Court of California, County of Marin, 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94913. 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 of filing: JUN 7, 2016. (Publication Dates: Jul 6, 13, 20, 27 of 2016)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF MARIN No: CIV 1602370. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner BERT FAERSTEIN filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: BURTRAM FAERSTEIN to BERT FAERSTEIN. 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: 08/18/2016 AT 09:00 AM, DEPT E, ROOM E, Superior Court of California, County of Marin, 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94913. 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 of filing: JUN 30, 2016. (Publication Dates: Jul 6, 13, 20, 27 of 2016)

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I’m a single guy who started a “friends with benefits” thing two months ago with an unhappily married female co-worker. We’ve since developed feelings for each other and started talking about a future. I’m worried because people always say, “If she cheated with you, she’ll cheat on you.” And because she’s unhappy with her husband, does that mean she’ll eventually be unhappy with me and see it as reason to cheat?—Hesitant

A:

There are many people who cross ethical lines at work, but most of them just do it by taking home Post-its or a stapler.

OK, sure, have a FWB thing, but with a married co-worker? What happened— too overworked to swipe right on Tinder? And as for why your co-worker started outsourcing her sex life, there’s an assumption that people cheat because they’re in crappy marriages or relationships. And maybe her marriage is unhappy. But infidelity researcher Shirley Glass found that even people in happy, loving marriages can end up cheating. They do this for a variety of reasons: More sex, better sex, different sex (men especially go for variety), or sometimes just because “she isn’t bad-looking and there’s an empty office with a big couch two doors down.”

As for whether this woman would cheat on you, that depends on whether she’s the sort of person who cheats. And no, that isn’t as idiotic as it sounds. Evolutionary psychologists David Buss and Todd Shackelford found that there are personality traits common to people susceptible to cheating. One of the strongest predictors is “narcissism”—a personality trait marked by self-importance, self-absorption, a profound sense of entitlement and a lack of empathy.

Another big predictor is “low conscientiousness,” reflected in unreliability, disorganization, laziness and a lack of self-control. And finally, there’s the unfortunately Norman Batesy-sounding “high psychoticism”—researcher-ese for a mix of aggressiveness, impulsivity and an inability to delay gratification. Sound like anybody you’ve met in the janitor’s closet recently?

Even if this woman checks out personality-wise, you’ll have a much clearer picture of what’s possible after she gets divorced. That is, if she gets divorced—if this thing with you doesn’t turn out to be “affair-apy” (a little sexual tide-me-over until she can patch things up with her husband). Regardless, you should take the time—a year or more—to parse who she really is and whether she and her husband are simply two (irreconcilably) different people or whether he just watches a wee bit too much ESPN when he comes home. If you’re lucky, you’ll find these things out from her, and not in some awkward moment at the end of the workday when you finally get a chance to, uh, chat with her husband—through the windshield as you’re clinging to the hood of his moving car.

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I’m a woman, married for a year to a great guy. The problem is that he’s too gentle when he touches or kisses me, and I’m starting to get really frustrated in bed. I know I should have let him know what I really like a long time ago. How can I do this now without hurting his feelings?—Embarrassed

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It’s hot to have a husband who’s kind of an animal in bed—except if that animal is Hello Kitty.

Words, who needs ’em? Maybe you figured he’d get the hint from your body language—maybe because you’re pretty sure that you would have if the tables were turned. Well, research by social psychologist Judith A. Hall finds that women are far better at spotting and decoding nonverbal messages (in facial expressions and body language). This makes evolutionary sense, considering a mother’s need to suss out what’s wrong with her 6-month-old (who is unable both to speak and to get on the internet at 3am to self-diagnose his diaper rash as a brain tumor).

Still, you don’t have to give him a poor performance evaluation (ouch!) or go into sex ed lecturer-like detail. Instead, take the Gene Hackman approach. Hackman reportedly informs movie directors that the only directions he’ll take are “louder, softer, faster, slower.” (You might want to supplement those with “harder” and “rougher.”)

To encourage greater openness, ask him what his sexual fantasies are (which should lead to the question, “Well, what are yours?”)—and do your best to deliver on any that don’t involve illegal acts with livestock.

You might also watch movies together with sex scenes that are more G.I. Jane than Jane Austen—like the 2005 movie Mr. & Mrs. Smith. Then, when you’re in bed, suggest Mr. & Mrs. Smith-style,” and he should get what you mean. Before long, when you tell your friends that sex with your husband is “dreamy,” it won’t be because you usually doze off during it.Y Worship the goddess—or sacrifice her at the altar at adviceamy@aol.com.

For the week of July 20

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You now have more

luxuriant access to divine luck than you’ve had in a long time. For the foreseeable future, you could be able to induce semi-miraculous twists of fate that might normally be beyond your capacities. But here’s a caveat: The good fortune swirling in your vicinity may be odd or irregular or hard to understand. To harvest it, you will have to expand your ideas about what constitutes good fortune. It may bestow powers that you didn’t even realize it was possible to have. For example, what if you temporarily have an acute talent for gravitating toward situations where smart love is in full play?

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A directory

published by the U.S. Department of Labor says that my gig as an astrologer shares a category with jugglers, rodeo clowns, acrobats, carnival barkers, and stuntpersons. Am I, therefore, just a charming buffoon? An amusing goof ball who provides diversion from life’s serious matters? I’m fine with that. I may prefer to regard myself as a sly oracle inflamed with holy madness, but the service I provide is probably more effective if my ego doesn’t get the specific glory it yearns for. In this way, I have certain resemblances to the Taurus tribe during the next four weeks. Is it OK if you achieve success without receiving all of the credit you think you deserve?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Over the course of a 57-year career, Japanese movie director Akira Kurosawa won 78 major awards for his work, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Oscars. Among the filmmakers who’ve named him as an inspirational influence are heavyweights like Ingmar Bergman, Werner Herzog, Bernardo Bertolucci, Robert Altman, Francis Ford Coppola and Martin Scorsese. But Kurosawa wasn’t too haughty to create lighter fare. At age 86, he departed from his epic dramas to create a 30-second commercial for a yogurt drink. Did that compromise his artistic integrity? I say no. Even a genius can’t be expected to create nonstop masterpieces. Be inspired by Kurosawa, Gemini. In the coming weeks, give your best to even the most modest projects.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Capricorns may be the hardest workers of the zodiac, and Tauruses the most dogged. But in the coming weeks, I suspect that you Cancerians will be the smartest workers. You will efficiently surmise the precise nature of the tasks at hand, and do what’s necessary to accomplish them.

There’ll be no false starts or reliance on iffy data or slapdash trial-and-error experiments. You’ll have a light touch as you find innovative shortcuts that produce better results than would be possible via the grind-it-out approach.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): My friend’s 12-year-old

daughter Brianna got a “B” on her summer school math test. She might have earned an “A” if it weren’t for a problem her teacher had with some of her work.

“You got the right answer by making two mistakes that happened to cancel each other out,” he wrote on her paper next to question seven. I suspect that you will soon have a similar experience, Leo. But the difference between you and Brianna is that I’m giving you an “A.” All that matters in the end is that you succeed. I don’t care if your strategy is a bit funky.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Have you ever

fantasized about being a different gender or race or astrological sign? Do you suspect that it might be fun and liberating to completely change your wardrobe or your hairstyle or your body language? The coming weeks will be an excellent time to experiment with these variables, and with any others that would enable you to play with your identity and mutate your selfimage. You have a cosmic exemption from imitating what you have done in the past. In this spirit, feel free to read all of the other signs’ horoscopes, and act on the one you like best. Your word of power is “shapeshifter.”

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The Golden Goose Award is given annually to “scientists whose work may have been considered silly, odd or obscure when first conducted,” but which ultimately produced dramatic

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advances. Entomologists Raymond Bushland and Edward Knipling were this year’s winners. More than 60 years ago they started tinkering with the sex life of the screwworm fly in an effort to stop the pest from killing livestock and wildlife throughout the American South. At first their ideas were laughed at, even ridiculed. In time they were lauded for their pioneering breakthroughs. I suspect that you’ll be blessed with a vindication of your own in the coming weeks, Libra. It may not be as monumental as Bushland’s and Knipling’s, but I bet it’ll be deeply meaningful for you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): I hope it doesn’t

sound too paradoxical when I urge you to intensify your commitment to relaxation. I will love it, and more importantly your guardian angel will love it, if you become a fierce devotee of slowing down and chilling out. Get looser and cozier and more spacious, damn it! Snuggle more. Cut back on overthinking and trying too hard. Vow to become a high master of the mystic art of I-don’t-give-a-f*ck.

It’s your sacred duty to steal more slack from the soul-anesthetizing grind.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I regularly travel back through time from the year 2036 so as to be here with you. It’s tough to be away from the thrilling transformations that are underway there. But it’s in a good cause. The bedraggled era that you live in needs frequent doses of the vigorous optimism that’s so widespread in 2036, and I’m happy to disseminate it. Why am I confessing this? Because I suspect that you now have an extra talent for gazing into the unknown and exploring undiscovered possibilities. You also have an unprecedented power to set definite intentions about the life you want to be living in the future.

Who will you be five years from today? Ten years?

Twenty years? Be brave. Be visionary. Be precise.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Here’s one

strategy that you could pursue, I guess: You could spank the devil with a feather duster as you try to coax him to promise that he will never again trick you with a bogus temptation. But I don’t think that would work, frankly. It may have minor shock value, in which case the devil might leave you in peace for a short time. Here’s what I suggest instead: Work at raising your discernment so high that you can quickly identify, in the future, which temptations will deliver you unto evil confusion, and which will feed and hone your most noble desires.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): After a cool, dry period, you’ll soon be slipping into a hot, wet phase. The reasonable explanations that generated so much apathy are about to get turned inside-out.

The seemingly good excuses that provided cover for your timidity will be exposed as impractical lies.

Are you ready for your passion to roar back into fashion? Will you know what to do when suppressed yearnings erupt and the chemicals of love start rampaging through your soft, warm animal body? I hereby warn you about the oncoming surge of weird delight—and sing “Hallelujah!” for the revelatory fun that it will bring.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): I’m composing

your horoscope on my iPhone after midnight on a crowded bus that’s crammed with sweaty revelers.

We’re being transported back to civilization from a rural hideaway where we spent the last 12 hours at a raging party. I still feel ecstatic from the recent bacchanal, but the ride is uncomfortable. I’m pinned against a window by a sleepy, drunken dude who’s not in full control of his body. But do I allow my predicament to interfere with my holy meditation on your destiny? I do not—just as I trust that you will keep stoking the fires of your own inspiration in the face of comparable irritations. You have been on a hot streak, my dear. Don’t let anything tamp it down!Y

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