Marinscope As the COVID-19 pandemic officially comes to a close in Marin, one question remains for many – should you still mask-up, or not? Before addressing that issue, it should be noted that in Marin one big change has taken place. The county in its weekly updates is no longer counting … [Read more...] about COVID restrictions end in Marin, but masks for some will be with us forever
San Rafael
40 abstract works of art on display in San Rafael
The Bartolini Gallery at 10 Avenue of the Flags in San Rafael is now featuring 40 pieces of abstrance work by Marin artists Wendy Baker, Susan Doyle, Anne Faught, Swann Freslon, Terri Froelich, Bibby Gignilliat, Diane Green, Jan Gross, Katie Korotzer, Toni Littlejohn, Meg McCabe, Paula Valenzuela, … [Read more...] about 40 abstract works of art on display in San Rafael
The peril of bloodline reparations: No one escapes the sins of history
Properly Subversive/Sherman R. Frederick You don’t have to be the sharpest pencil in the drawer to know that the concept of reaching back in time to fix injustices to benefit modern-day heirs is complicated and fraught with ironic twists. The latest irony comes from Black Panther founder … [Read more...] about The peril of bloodline reparations: No one escapes the sins of history
Marin 911: Old Prius driver tries to run down crosswalker
MILL VALLEY Old Driver: A pedestrian crossing the street in the crosswalk near the post office said an “elderly driver” in a Prius slammed on her brakes and almost hit him. He threw up his arms and the old lady honked her horn at him and then drove towards him. She then drove away. Bad … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Old Prius driver tries to run down crosswalker
Got Friday off? Help Marin County spend money
Led by the Office of Equity, Marin County recently launched its first-ever participatory budgeting initiative. The County is making $2.5 million available and community members will decide how to spend it. This new, equitable way of making decisions about publicly funded projects is called … [Read more...] about Got Friday off? Help Marin County spend money
To Marin seniors from Vivalon, with love
More than 450 homebound older adults in Marin County rely on home-delivered meals from Vivalon through its Meals on Wheels and Nourish programs. On Valentine’s Day last week, Vivalon reminded them that they are not alone. Vivalon held “Operation Send the Love,” a family-friendly volunteer … [Read more...] about To Marin seniors from Vivalon, with love
Black History Month: Meet Marin’s Joseph James
(Editor's note: This story was shared by Marin County Board of Supervisor Mary Sackett in her periodic newsletter.) February is Black History Month, a time when we can reflect on the accomplishments, contributions, and resiliency of Black Americans. I want to share the story … [Read more...] about Black History Month: Meet Marin’s Joseph James
It’s now official: Iconic Bald Hill now more protected from development
On Feb. 8, the Marin Open Space Trust (MOST) purchased and then conveThe yed the 60-acre Bald Hill property to the Marin County Open Space District (MCOSD). The land, which includes Bald Hill’s iconic, scenic summit and the hill’s eastern face, will be permanently protected and accessible to the … [Read more...] about It’s now official: Iconic Bald Hill now more protected from development
Instead of police, mediators roll to the scene
Melinda Burrell/Peace Voice Somewhere in Dayton, Ohio, a 13-year-old girl was sassing her mom, who was concerned about the strangers her daughter was talking to on her phone. The mom reached over and snatched the phone out of her daughter’s hand. The daughter started yelling. Fearful that the … [Read more...] about Instead of police, mediators roll to the scene
Alert: Marin County Fire gears up for prescribed burns on Mt. Tam
The Marin County Fire Department is planning a prescribed fire operation on Marin Water’s Mount Tamalpais Watershed, wielding an important tool in a proactive approach to fire fuel management and a more resilient, ecologically healthy watershed. Public notification in advance of prescribed fires … [Read more...] about Alert: Marin County Fire gears up for prescribed burns on Mt. Tam