The Fairfaxian/Mike Ghiringhelli The year was 1967 and life was good for a 10 year old boy in Fairfax. My Dad had taken me on hunting trips before but not one that seemed so far away. We used to go up to the Kehoe Ranch in Point Reyes back in those days hunting for deer, but this was my first … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving’s lucky duck
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Fairfax Winter Market set for Dec. 15
The Fairfax Winter Market invites you to an enchanting evening on Friday, Dec. 15, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Don't miss this family friendly celebration in the heart of Fairfax on Bolinas Road between Broadway and Elsie Lane. The Fairfax Winter Market is set to be a magical gathering, offering something … [Read more...] about Fairfax Winter Market set for Dec. 15
Fairfax nonagenarians celebrated
Recently the Town of Fairfax celebrated nonagenarian residents -- those of the age of 90 to 99. This annual event is led by community members from Age Friendly Fairfax. This year, 23 home deliveries were made, consisting of gift bags, flowers, and a resource packets. Gift items included are … [Read more...] about Fairfax nonagenarians celebrated
Fairfax lowers the flag to half mast on Veterans Day
Ross Valley Reporter In an apparent mix-up on proper protocol for flying the American Flag on Veterans Day, the town of Fairfax lowered the flag to half mast. On Veterans Day protocol is to fly the flag at full mast all day. On Memorial Day, the flag is to be flown at half mast until noon, … [Read more...] about Fairfax lowers the flag to half mast on Veterans Day
Marin 911: ‘Big woman’ eats man’s lasagna
FAIRFAX Lasagna Eater: A man entered his house on Maiden Lane to find what he described to police as a “big woman” (estimated at over 6-feet tall) eating his lasagna. He told her to get out. She said she only came in because her car broke down, which of course did not explain the lasagna. The … [Read more...] about Marin 911: ‘Big woman’ eats man’s lasagna
Marin stands against hate
Communities throughout Marin stand united against hate in all its forms. In Mill Valley, the Chamber of Commerce, for example, passed out “United Against Hate” posters to hang in the windows of local shops next week. This visible stand also took place in towns and villages throughout Marin … [Read more...] about Marin stands against hate
To get ‘the shot’ … or not — here’s what my doctor said; also Rep. Huffman rightly votes to censure Rep. Tlaib
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive Last time I looked at the national numbers, about 3% of Americans had received a COVID shot. Federal health care folk characterized that as “on track.” Far be it for me to second guess the national health brainiacs who brought us ideas like … [Read more...] about To get ‘the shot’ … or not — here’s what my doctor said; also Rep. Huffman rightly votes to censure Rep. Tlaib
The background of Veterans Day
In 1921, an unknown American soldier from World War I was laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery, on a hill overlooking our nation’s capital. It turns out that similar ceremonies had previously taken place in England and France; an unknown soldier was buried in each country’s most esteemed … [Read more...] about The background of Veterans Day
Survey says: Protecting nature, disaster readiness and affordable housing among Marin’s big concerns
Marin County Special to Marinscope Results are in from a Marin County community survey conducted earlier this year. The County is now evaluating residents’ perceptions of the quality of public services and aspects of community livability. The County Administrator’s Office presented an … [Read more...] about Survey says: Protecting nature, disaster readiness and affordable housing among Marin’s big concerns
An essay on Fairfax leadership: Policymakers are entrenched in ideology
Marin Forum/Teliha Draheim The Fairfax Town Council works in mysterious ways. A year ago, in November of 2022, without notifying stakeholders most affected by their upcoming decisions, the Council voted to adopt two ordinances relating to rent stabilization and just-cause-for-eviction, greatly … [Read more...] about An essay on Fairfax leadership: Policymakers are entrenched in ideology