Marin County Special to Marinscope Marin County again has been ranked the healthiest of California’s 58 counties because of its relatively low burden of premature deaths, high scores in quality of life, clinical care, and social and economic factors, according to the 2023 County Health … [Read more...] about Marin once again named No. 1 health county in California, but Blacks lag in lifespan statistic
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Lou Bartolini of Bartolini Gallery fame, dies at 91
Novatoan Lou Bartolini, who helped found the Bartolini Gallery in San Rafael, died last week. He was 91. Bartolini’s gallery in the Marin Center Exhibit Hall gives focus to artists from Marin. A memorial service is planned for 1 p.m. May 6 at Our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church in Novato. … [Read more...] about Lou Bartolini of Bartolini Gallery fame, dies at 91
Sound Healing Ceremony at Marin Art Garden Center
Marinscope On Sunday, April 30, from 10 a.m. to noon the Studio at Marin Art Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. in Ross, will hold a Sound Healing Ceremony with Anderson Pugash, Ellian Raffoul and Dan Dowdell. A sound meditation/healing ceremony holds space for those grieving any type of … [Read more...] about Sound Healing Ceremony at Marin Art Garden Center
Lifespan disparity is real inequity; Rep. Huffman says I’m all wet on his response to Alaska drilling and who is 007 without sexist quips?
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive There’s an old joke about a man with a maimed left hand who goes to church and prays for God to make his hand like the other one. Instantly, he has two maimed hands. I’m reminded of that with today’s news that Marin – for the umpteenth time … [Read more...] about Lifespan disparity is real inequity; Rep. Huffman says I’m all wet on his response to Alaska drilling and who is 007 without sexist quips?
The ultimate Easter sunrise experience
The Rev. Dr. Thomas A. Nibbe invites anyone who wants the ultimate sunrise Easter celebration to join the annual service on Sweeney Ridge in Pacifica. He writes: My friend, He Is Risen! He Is Risen, Indeed! You are most cordially invited to attend one of the most exquisite … [Read more...] about The ultimate Easter sunrise experience
Rotary scholarships for Marin students are now up for the taking
The Rotary Club of Ignacio is offering three different scholarships for Marin graduating high school seniors and college students for the upcoming 2023-2024 academic year. The Club will be offering several one-year $500-$2,000 Novato high school graduating senior general scholarships, six collegiate … [Read more...] about Rotary scholarships for Marin students are now up for the taking
Marin 911: On opening day of baseball, Fairfax dog rounds second and leaves his signature mark on second base
FAIRFAX Safe At Second: Two dogs were reported running around off leash at Rudy Contratti Field, despite a sign that plainly warned “No Dogs Allowed.” One of them rounded first base and headed to second where it pooped on second base. The frisky Fairfax dogs were gone when police … [Read more...] about Marin 911: On opening day of baseball, Fairfax dog rounds second and leaves his signature mark on second base
St. Vincent’s spring fundraiser raises big bucks for the poor
On Thursday, March 16, the St. Vincent de Paul Auxiliary Board hosted its second annual Ladies’ Boutique, Luncheon & Fashion Show featuring Trina Turk. Our sold-out event was attended by 225 extraordinary women and was hosted at the Meadow Club. Event sponsors included Melissa Ferst of … [Read more...] about St. Vincent’s spring fundraiser raises big bucks for the poor
Calling high school theater kids
Attention Bay Area high school sophomores, juniors and seniors who love theater and putting on plays. The Eugene O’Neill Foundation invites aspiring young actors, playwrights, and directors to join a free, 10-day retreat, June 14-25 in the beautiful setting of Tao House. Located in the East … [Read more...] about Calling high school theater kids