The Marin County Youth Commission is still accepting applications for the 2023-2024 term. The deadline to apply is July 2. The Youth Commission offers young people, ages 12-23, the opportunity to give their perspective on important issues facing their community and work directly with … [Read more...] about Youth Commission still taking applications, but deadline is July 2
Inside scoop on Novato’s 4th of July Parade
Novato Advance The annual Novato 4th of July Parade begins 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, beginning at the intersection of Grant and Reichert Avenue and runs down Grant to 7th Street. Veteran Novato parade goers get downtown early and partake of the Buckaroo Breakfast hosted by the Presbyterian … [Read more...] about Inside scoop on Novato’s 4th of July Parade
It’s gonna be a cool summer of hot music in post-COVID Marin County
Marinscope COVID is over, so stand by for a cool summer in Marin with hot bands from Novato to Sausalito. The Marin Art and Garden Center (30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.) in Ross is sparking up its Summer Concerts in the Garden with four great bands – Steve Lucky and the Rhumba Bums on July … [Read more...] about It’s gonna be a cool summer of hot music in post-COVID Marin County
Marin property value climbs over $100 billion mark
Marin County Special to Marinscope The 2023 property assessment roll for Marin County is $101.27 billion, a $6 billion (6.34%) increase from 2022. Marin County’s Office of the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk (ARCC) certified the 2023 roll, which represents property value assessments as of Jan. … [Read more...] about Marin property value climbs over $100 billion mark
Mill Valley’s Milley Awards are back
After a hiatus of three years due to the pandemic, The Milley Awards for Creative Achievement are back! The in-person annual gala returns on Sunday, Oct. 22 at 5 p.m. to honor those who have distinguished themselves in their creative field, and/or who have contributed to the creative life … [Read more...] about Mill Valley’s Milley Awards are back
Pride crosswalks in Sausalito
To commemorate Sausalito Pride festivities, the City has added rainbow-colored stripes to the three crosswalks at the Bridgeway intersection with Bay Street in downtown Sausalito.The new crosswalks represent the City's commitment to supporting visibility, dignity, and equity for all people in the … [Read more...] about Pride crosswalks in Sausalito
Nick Reynolds: Sausalito’s quiet superstar
Larry Clinton/Sausalito Historical Society Nick Reynolds, a founding member of the folk music phenomenon known as the Kingston Trio, was a long-time, civic-minded resident of Sausalito. Under the direction of charismatic manager Frank Werber, Nick, Bob Shane, and Dave Guard were literally … [Read more...] about Nick Reynolds: Sausalito’s quiet superstar
Oh, the talent that resides at the College of Marin
The Marin Art and Garden Center is currently displaying “Novel Art: Creativity & Community in the College of Marin Fine Arts Department.” Above is entitled “Offshore Islands" by Betty M. Wilson. The display celebrates some of the most exciting and influential artists who have taught in the … [Read more...] about Oh, the talent that resides at the College of Marin
‘Truest queer journey’ in San Anselmo
The Image Flow Photography Center in San Anselmo announced their juried exhibition” Queer Conscience 2023” showcasing a diverse group of talented artists closely tied to the LGBTQIA2+ community. The entries of original works were selected from submissions by photographers nationwide. It will be on … [Read more...] about ‘Truest queer journey’ in San Anselmo
Mill Valley teacher pay accord reached — 14%
Mill Valley School District and Mill Valley Teachers Association have reached a tentative front-loaded agreement. It calls for a 14 percent salary increase for teachers over the next two years – 10 percent this year and 4 percent next year. … [Read more...] about Mill Valley teacher pay accord reached — 14%