Cari Pace Marinscope Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson return to Baker Street onstage with a full assortment of characters to amuse and confuse in “The Case of the Jersey Lily.” Written by actor/playwright Katie Forgette, this show opens Ross Valley Players’ 92nd season on Friday Jan. 21 with … [Read more...] about Sherlock at the Ross Valley Players Barn Theatre
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International pianist performs for Mill Valley Chamber Music Society
By Cari Pace Marinscope Chamber music is up close and personal, performed by a handful of talents in a small venue or room. Thus the reference to “chamber” in the description. The number of musicians varies: three to five players may form trios, quartets, and quintets. Chamber music … [Read more...] about International pianist performs for Mill Valley Chamber Music Society
Marin tip-toes through the worst of Omicron
Sherman R. Frederick Marinscope From Novato to Sausalito, Marin County residents are tip-toeing through the Omicron surge. Two trends have emerged. First, Omicron spreads like lightning compared to the Delta variant, but those who are fully vaccinated suffer mildly compared to those … [Read more...] about Marin tip-toes through the worst of Omicron
The advent of the Pound Man in Mill Valley
In 1916, town authorities decided to enforce the dog licensing law to rid the town of stray canines. The Mill Valley Record described the action. July 1, 1916. Dog licenses for the year 1916-17 are now due and payable. Licenses are for sale at the Marshal's office at the Town Hall. Better … [Read more...] about The advent of the Pound Man in Mill Valley
Mill Valley history: The 1920s
Barry Spitz in his book, “Mill Valley - The Early Years”, refers to the decade as the Golden ‘20’s. “Real estate prices surged, automobile ownership grew and business was booming.” What was life like for Mill Valley residents in the 1920’s? Commuters normally left their bicycles … [Read more...] about Mill Valley history: The 1920s
The story behind Buck Institutes
In 1938, Leonard Buck, a medical doctor, married Beryl Hamilton, a nurse. Leonard had inherited a sizable fortune. The couple built a home on a seven-acre lot in Ross. There were no children. In 1953, Leonard died of a heart attack. Beryl had her financial affairs managed by a … [Read more...] about The story behind Buck Institutes
Mill Valley History: John Goddard & Village Music
John Goddard grew up in Mill Valley. He attended Park School, Edna McGuire School, Alto School and Marin Catholic High School. He went to work for Village Music when it was a mom‐and‐pop music store in the Sequoia Theater building. In 1961 it moved to 9 East Blithedale Ave. In 1968, Village … [Read more...] about Mill Valley History: John Goddard & Village Music
Mill Valley History: The Montford Eucalyptus trees
The photo was taken in 1910 from Reed Creek looking up toward the 400 block of Montford. The land is part of the eight-acre Alexander Eells farm between Montford and LaVerne. Some of the eucalyptus trees on Montford have survived to this day. Here is what Mr. Eells wrote … [Read more...] about Mill Valley History: The Montford Eucalyptus trees
MC, Tam and San Marin advance to round 2 of playoff football
Marinscope Three of the four Marin teams in postseason varsity football play advanced last weekend. Powerhouse Marin Catholic smushed Mt. Diablo 66-0, juggernaut San Marin easily downed Hercules 42-6, and Tamalpais squeaked by Petaluma 27-21. Archie Williams High School found its Cinderella … [Read more...] about MC, Tam and San Marin advance to round 2 of playoff football
Marin 911: There are music rules in Mill Valley
Mill Valley Oct. 28 - Nov. 3, 2021 Music Man:Police were alerted to a man playing amplified music in front of a local grocery store. Officers talked to the man and reported that he was “utilizing his instrument skills to make money.” Report says he was advised about the no amplified music … [Read more...] about Marin 911: There are music rules in Mill Valley