Over 260 people attended the Marin Services for Women’s 7th Annual Benefit Dinner “Weaving the Vision” at the Mill Valley Community Center. The evening raised $107,000 for the nonprofit, which for over 30 years has provided chemical dependency recovery services and trauma treatment.
Locals came out for the grand opening of the new Paul Smith store in downtown San Francisco. True to all Paul Smith shops worldwide, the interior of the Geary Street location was designed by Paul Smith and his team and is a mix of mid-century modern and traditional turn-of-the-century design. Enter on the Maiden Lane entrance to catch a look at the collection of Smith’s own art, objects and fan mail.
The San Francisco League of the San Francisco Symphony presented a black-tie-and-costume dinner dance, A Grand Affair with Gilbert & Sullivan, in the Garden Court of the Palace Hotel. Proceeds from the event benefit the community and education programs of the symphony.
Recently, director Joe Wright brought his latest film, The Soloist, to the Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center, for a special preview screening. The crowd was treated to a question-and-answer session by Joe Wright, who told the audience, “This is one of my favorite cinemas in the world. There is nothing like it anywhere.”
Gump’s CEO Marta Benson and curator Natasha Boas invited guests for drinks to celebrate the launch of Gump’s new Eau de Parfum Baroque Pearl and to see the gallery opening of Pearl: Inspiring Design and Desire.
The Redwoods Retirement Community in Mill Valley recognized 17 individuals from Marin and Sonoma counties, including students and teachers, and the Marin County Search and Rescue Team for outstanding public service during its 17th annual Celebration of Service Awards program at the Mill Valley retirement community.
Recently, local designer Lisa Alexander previewed her new children’s line, Spike and Annie, and donated a portion of sales from the event to Pets Unlimited. The line focuses on using eco-friendly materials and has a resort-style feel.
The Marin Symphony’s recent Prelude recital, held at the Tiburon home of Joe and Heidi Shekou, featured piano soloist Robin Sutherland performing works by Schubert, Bach, Ravel, Debussy and Brahms.
The Marin Theatre Company’s annual gala and auction raised $110,000 for its artistic and educational programs. The gala honored Ivan Poutiatine, longtime MTC board member and former mayor of Mill Valley.
Guests came out to the Osher Marin JCC’s Hush Hush Club speakeasy soiree to benefit the center’s early childhood education programs.
