Larry Clinton/Sausalito Historical Society Last week we presented historian Elenore Meherin’s account of the murder of Mariana Richardson’s beloved Ramon de Haro by Kit Carson during the Bear Flag Revolt of 1846. Here are some lightly edited excerpts from Ms. Merherin’s description how Mariana … [Read more...] about Mariana Richardson’s tragedy at the hands of Kit Carson
2021 Mountain Play ‘Into the Woods’ cancelled
Marinscope The planned 2021 Mountain Play Into The Woods has been cancelled due to health concerns from COVID-19. Eileen Grady, executive director, said “we will safely return to Cushing Memorial Amphitheatre on our beloved Mount Tamalpais in May of 2022 with the joyfully harmonious Hello, … [Read more...] about 2021 Mountain Play ‘Into the Woods’ cancelled
411 on COVID-19 shots in Marin
Marin County’s network of health care providers and supportive agencies are working closely to prepare to transition to Phase 1B of the COVID-19 vaccination framework later this month, offering vaccinations to frontline essential workers and those aged 65 and over. Marin Public Health, … [Read more...] about 411 on COVID-19 shots in Marin
Marin professor analyzes D.C. unrest and upcoming Inauguration
By Derek Wilson Marinscope The inauguration of a United States president usually brings thousands of people crowding into the National Mall to witness history and to ponder what the next four years will bring. But the January 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol and threats of further violent … [Read more...] about Marin professor analyzes D.C. unrest and upcoming Inauguration
Smile of the Day: Going Green
Fairfax Town Council meets Wednesday (Jan. 20)
Ross Valley Reporter A number of items are on tonight’s (Jan. 20) Fairfax Town Council agenda. They include a petition submitted by residents to establish a skate/scooter park on Town property. The item is expected to be referred to the Parks and Recreation Commission (PARC) for … [Read more...] about Fairfax Town Council meets Wednesday (Jan. 20)
DEI update
The City of Mill Valley plans to bring it’s initial review of the DEI Task Force report to the City Council on either Feb. 1 or Feb. 18. In a newsletter, the city said “We acknowledge the community’s sense of urgency, desire for transparency and accountability as the process continues. We … [Read more...] about DEI update
Novato’s birthday update
The Novato City Birthday Party Committee has produced a 30-minute video that will be shown Friday, Jan. 22, to honor the city’s 61st birthday and unveil winners of the Novato Citizen of the Year and the first (and last?) Pandemic Assistance Award. The show will be livestreamed on the Paint … [Read more...] about Novato’s birthday update
Thomas Nibbe Sermon of the Week: Acting As If
The Rev. Thomas Nibbe Sunday, January 17, 2021 @11:00 a.m. ...a touch of humor here from Mencken… "Puritanism: the haunting fear that someone, somewhere, may be happy." (H. L. Mencken) It gets better as we grow in faith despite what we are feeling...it happens when we … [Read more...] about Thomas Nibbe Sermon of the Week: Acting As If
Mill Valley history: Tamalpais and Tennessee
The name “Tennessee” has been applied to two different valleys. In July 1911, the Mill Valley Record reported, “Prominent automobile men of the county are endeavoring to secure right of way for an auto road Sausalito to Lagoon [Muir beach] … via Tennessee Valley.” In August 1911, “… a … [Read more...] about Mill Valley history: Tamalpais and Tennessee