A Toast to Marin Magazine’s 2025 Best of the County Bash
Marin Magazine’s annual bash in Mill Valley featured food, drinks, music, raffles, and community fun while honoring local favorites.
The Latest
Why We Love Larkspur: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About This Friendly, Fascinating City
Larkspur has plenty of small-town charm while still being close to everything in and around Marin; these are just a few of many highlights.
Larkspur has plenty of small-town charm while still being close to everything in and around Marin; these are just a few of many highlights.
A Thoughtful Renovation of a Mill Valley Craftsman Pairs Historical References With Modern Sensibility
A transformation that improved functionality while honoring history.
A transformation that improved functionality while honoring history.
Why We Love San Rafael: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About This Diverse, Mission-Driven Town
With an interesting history and plenty to offer in the way of dining, shopping and sights to see, San Rafael is worth the visit.
With an interesting history and plenty to offer in the way of dining, shopping and sights to see, San Rafael is worth the visit.
Dr. Adriana Popescu Wants You to Break Free from Your Self-Limiting Thoughts
In her new book What If You’re Not As F***ed Up As You Think You Are?, Dr. Popescu completely eschews the idea that there is anything wrong with us.
In her new book What If You’re Not As F***ed Up As You Think You Are?, Dr. Popescu completely eschews the idea that there is anything wrong with us.
In the Company of Giants: How an Annual Trip Hosted by WILDCOAST Protects Whales
This annual conservation trip goes to one lagoon crucial to the migration of gray whales.
This annual conservation trip goes to one lagoon crucial to the migration of gray whales.
A Toast to Marin Magazine’s 2025 Best of the County Bash
Marin Magazine’s annual bash in Mill Valley featured food, drinks, music, raffles, and community fun while honoring local favorites.
Marin Magazine’s annual bash in Mill Valley featured food, drinks, music, raffles, and community fun while honoring local favorites.
In The Magazine
Miyoko Schinner Brings Plant-Based Recipes in her New Book "The Vegan Creamery"
Recipes for cheese, butter and cream, without a cow in sight.
Case Study: The Role of Art on Prescription in Adolescent Mental Health
Explore how Arts on Prescription for adolescent mental health can foster creative engagement and community healing.
What’s a “Crossing God?” Tiburon’s Kathy McLeod on Overseeing 25 Crossing Guards
How a chance stint as a crossing guard led to a new career.
Farmers Market Finds: Recipes That Showcase Marin's Bounty
Ever wondered what to do with all the amazing produce you find at our bountiful local farmers' markets? This month: asparagus will put a spring in your step.
Education: The Lifelong ‘Magic’ Pill
Understand the importance of lifelong education for brain health. Stay mentally engaged to improve memory and delay decline.
From Hoots to Horns to Scales: The Bay Area's Wildest Celebs Steal the Spotlight
If you’ve never celebrated the anniversary or birthday of an owl or an alligator, now’s the time to dust off your party ha.
Explore Marin
Mill Valley Film Festival’s Zoë Elton Reflects on More Than 40 Years as Director of Programming
Zoë Elton reflects on her amazing 40-year journey with the Mill Valley Film Festival and her new curatorial role.
A Look at the History of Marin's 4-H Clubs as They Merge Into One Organization
Six of Marin’s current 4-H Clubs have recently merged into a countywide organization.
September Calendar
San Rafael's popular PorchFest, Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival, Sound Summit and more.
New Arts, Culture and Community Venues in Marin
Every so often new arts, culture or community venues open up, expanding the richness of where we live.
New Shops and Boutiques in Marin
Check out the latest additions to the Marin shopping scene.
Heidi Kühn’s Vision for Global Peace Takes Root in San Rafael: Pegasus Gardens Offers a New Sanctuary of Hope
This new space will be dedicated to unity, nature, and cultural innovation.
Food & Drink
Farmers Market Finds: Recipes That Showcase Marin's Bounty
Ever wondered what to do with all the amazing produce you find at our bountiful local farmers' markets? This month: asparagus will put a spring in your step.
New Places to Eat in Marin
Check out the latest additions to the Marin food and beverage scene. See what's new in town when it comes to eating out.
The Best Al Fresco Dining in Marin
The word "Al Fresco" originates in Italy and directly translates to "in the cool". Here are the best Al Fresco Dining spots in Marin.
A Passion for Community and Cooking: Meet 3 Popular Marin’s Farmers Markets Vendors
From fresh-baked sourdough and nutrient-packed soups to authentic Japanese onigiri, these women run thriving small businesseses.
Corte Madera Teen Prepares 2,500+ Bag Lunches for Marin’s Hungry
At just 14, Mia Slowe has prepared over thousands of bagged lunches for Marin’s homeless through St. Vincent de Paul’s meal program — spreading kindness, one sandwich at a time.
6 Ways California Restaurants Are Embracing Sustainable Takeout Solutions
From molded fiber clamshells to reusable tiffins, here's how they are responding to plastic bans and evolving consumer habits.
Travel
Well, Well, Well: Three Unique Wellness Destinations Guaranteed to Make you Feel your Best
Looking for a wellness getaway to recharge, recover and reset? We’ve done the research for you in the kickoff of our Wellness Guide.
New and Updated Tasting Rooms in Napa Valley and Sonoma
Despite a difficult year for the wine industry, 2024 still saw a number of new tasting rooms in Napa and Sonoma Counties.
Northern Lights or Midnight Sun? The Best Time to Visit Arctic Norway
So when does Norway shine brightest? Summer or winter? It’s all in your point of view — and in your tolerance for cold.
Need a Holiday Getaway (Holi-Way)? Curated Options for Your Next Weekend Trip
Here are some ideas for weekend winter getaway to take advantage of the discounted winter rates offered at many driveable destinations.
Indigenous Travel Experiences Along the Pacific: Explore the Cultures of British Columbia, Fiji and Australia
Indigenous travel experiences include compelling stories in spectacular settings
From San Francisco to the Farallon Islands… on a Water Bike
Jessica Schiller’s plan to ride a water bike from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Farallon Islands and back on Friday October 4th.
