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Editor's Letter: Cheers to the Doers

Our healthy aging issue celebrates the community builders, plus rock climbing adventures and more.

by Mimi Towle
4 weeks ago
Editor's Letter, October 2023

Editor's Letter: Eustress, We Stress — the Positive Side of Stress!

It’s officially fall. We’ve had a lot going on here at 270 Media.

by Mimi Towle
September 22, 2023
Editor's Letter, September 2023

Editor’s Letter: To A.I. or Not To A.I.

An experiment in Chat GPT letter writing.

by Mimi Towle
August 23, 2023
August Editor's Letter

Editor’s Letter: Marin is the Best Place to Live and Here’s Why

Results are in… Marin is the best place to live and here’s why.

by Mimi Towle
July 30, 2023

Editor's Letter: A New Rhino Baby and Other Summer Wonders in July

Our editor celebrates summer in Marin, from the county’s status as California’s healthiest, to stories of living well and more.

by Mimi Towle
June 30, 2023

Editor's Letter: Happy Summer!

This month, we look at Cavallo Point, summer destinations and some stunning home.

by Mimi Towle
May 22, 2026
Editor's Letter

Editor's Letter: Celebrating the Women Who Make Marin Great

This month, we look at women’s achievements, Ring Mountain and Marin Open Studios.

by Mimi Towle
April 28, 2026
April 2026 Marin Magazine

Editor's Letter: Seeking Solutions for Housing and More

This month, we look at housing in Marin; the state of the city and sustainability.

by Mimi Towle
March 19, 2026
March 2026 Marin Magazine

Editor's Letter: Sun's Out, Phones Down!

March brings so much joy here in Marin, from longer days and spring blossoms to the Fire Horse celebration for Chinese New Year.

by Mimi Towle
February 19, 2026

Editor's Letter: Weddings & Wellness in 2026

Our February issue looks at weddings, wellness travel and housing in Marin.

by Mimi Towle
January 28, 2026
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When Death is a Part of Life: How Death Doulas Use Love, Ritual and Courage to Reshape the Way We Say Goodbye
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Why We Love Larkspur: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About This Friendly, Fascinating City
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Tarot readings. A putting green. Wine, cocktails a Tarot readings. A putting green. Wine, cocktails and more food than you can handle. That’s just the start of what’s waiting at Best of the County 👀 Nikki’s got the rundown — July 31st, tickets moving fast. Link in bio.

A huge thank you to this years premium sponsor, Cadillac, as well as our incredible sponsors and partners: Alto Tiburon Veterinary Hospital, FACE FOUNDRIÉ, Bank of Marin, Graffeo Coffee, SDI Insulation and Fireplaces, Golfery, Jyzen, 38north Design Co., 2717 Bar Service, J Vineyards & Winery, Tam Tavern, Airsun Productions, Piatti, Sausalito Liquor Co., SnapFiesta, Prismic Photography, The Documattarian, Tarot with Kimber, Stacy Scott Catering, Kate’s Single Batch Toffee, and Cultivar. This party wouldn’t be possible without you 🥂

#BestOfTheCounty #MarinMagazine #MarinCounty #MarinEvents #ThingsToDoInMarin
Climbers have a term for that one person who won’t Climbers have a term for that one person who won’t stop giving unsolicited advice — and it’s not what you’d guess. Scott Sklar, owner of Gravity Vault Marin, breaks down “spray beta” — one of his favorite pieces of climbing lingo. Watch his full interview on YouTube for more of his answers, and read the whole story in “Chasing the High Ground” — link in bio.

#RockClimbing #ClimbingLife #Bouldering #GravityVaultMarin #MarinCounty
POV: you traded your desk for a chalk bag. Marin M POV: you traded your desk for a chalk bag. Marin Mag editor Emma Robertson took to the walls at Gravity Vault Marin — her first time ever on a climb. Read the full story, “Chasing the High Ground” — 
🔗 link in bio.

#RockClimbing #ClimbingLife #GravityVaultMarin #MarinCounty #DayInTheLife
From coastal crags to indoor gyms, Marin’s rock cl From coastal crags to indoor gyms, Marin’s rock climbing scene is booming 🧗‍♀️🌊 We talked to local climbers, gym instructors and community leaders about what’s drawing so many people to the sport — and why the community itself might be the biggest draw of all. 

Full story on the link in bio 🔗

✍️ Emma Robertson

📷 Natasha Dale (Gravity Vault Marin) and Michael Calabrsse

#marinmagazine #marincounty #rockclimbing #marinrockclimbing

Climbing is an inclusive sport — find classes suitable for any age or skill level at Gravity Vault Marin.

Try starting with bouldering! This sans-equipment climbing method can be translated both indoors and outdoors.

Climbing spots in and around Marin:

📍Vent #5, Stinson Beach
📍St. Helena
📍Castle Rock State Park, Los Gatos
📍Berkeley Crags
📍Ring Mountain, Tiburon
📍Black Sand Beach, Marin County
Last year’s Best of the County party was Marin’s c Last year’s Best of the County party was Marin’s can’t-miss night out…and this year we’re outdoing ourselves. New venue, same unforgettable energy (more on that soon 👀). Tickets are selling fast — grab yours at the link in bio. We can’t wait to see you there.

Shoutout to @thedocumattarian for capturing all the magic last year 🎥✨ Can’t wait to see what he captures this time around. 

A huge thank you to this years premium sponsor, Cadillac, as well as our incredible sponsors and partners: Alto Tiburon Veterinary Hospital, FACE FOUNDRIÉ, Bank of Marin, Graffeo Coffee, SDI Insulation and Fireplaces, Golfery, Jyzen, 38north Design Co., 2717 Bar Service, J Vineyards & Winery, Tam Tavern, Airsun Productions, Piatti, Sausalito Liquor Co., SnapFiesta, Prismic Photography, The Documattarian, Tarot with Kimber, Stacy Scott Catering, Kate’s Single Batch Toffee, and Cultivar. This party wouldn’t be possible without you 🥂

#MarinMagazine #MarinBestOfTheCounty #MarinCounty #MarinEvents #ThingsToDoInMarin
For years hot yoga and saunas were considered a li For years hot yoga and saunas were considered a little fringe, if not outright kooky. But new research is heating things up. A recent Harvard Medical School study found that doing hot yoga just once a week significantly reduced symptoms of depression. And now Bill Gifford, the best-selling author of anti-aging books "Spring Chicken", and "Outlive" (written with Peter Attia), is focusing more attention on the benefits of heat in his just-released book Hotwired.

Here are some of Gifford’s top findings ⬇️

1️⃣ Heat may be a better antidepressant than … antidepressants

Growing research shows that heat exposure can trigger the release of feel-good neurochemicals that improve mood and reduce stress. Some studies have even examined sauna therapy as a possible treatment for depression. Which may explain why people emerge looking simultaneously exhausted and weirdly optimistic.

2️⃣ Saunas can function like a workout

Intense heat exposure can mimic the effects of moderate exercise. Major Finnish studies link frequent sauna use with lower rates of heart disease, stroke and overall mortality. In Finland, sweating profusely in a wooden box is a national pastime.

3️⃣ Training in heat may improve athletic performance

Heat acclimation helps the body become more efficient at cooling itself, expanding plasma volume and lowering strain during exercise. Elite athletes increasingly use heat training to improve endurance, because once your body adapts to exercising in 100-degree heat, ordinary workouts feel a lot less dramatic.

4️⃣ Humans may be uniquely built to handle heat

One of Gifford’s central arguments is that we humans evolved to endure heat remarkably well. Our ability to sweat efficiently helped early humans travel and hunt in punishing climates. Repeated heat exposure also activates heat shock proteins, which researchers believe may help with cellular repair and recovery. In other words, the body doesn’t just survive heat — it needs it. 

✍️ Kathryn Keown

#marinmagazine #marincounty #hotyoga
Join us for Marin Magazine's biggest celebration o Join us for Marin Magazine's biggest celebration of the year as we honor the people, places and businesses that make Marin extraordinary.

This year’s Best of the County Party transforms the venue into an evening inspired by the timeless elegance of the Marin Country Club. Think summer cocktails, friendly competition, exceptional food, music and interactive experiences around every corner.

Whether you’re celebrating your business, connecting with friends or simply enjoying one of the county’s most anticipated events, this is the party you won’t want to miss.

Get tickets in our bio 🔗

A huge thank you to our premium sponsor, Cadillac, as well as our other sponsors and partners: Alto Tiburon Veterinary Hospital, FACE FOUNDRIÉ, Bank of Marin, Graffeo Coffee, SDI Insulation and Fireplaces, Golfery, Jyzen, 38north Design Co., 2717 Bar Service, J Vineyards & Winery, Tam Tavern, Airsun Productions, Piatti, Sausalito Liquor Co., SnapFiesta, Prismic Photography, The Documattarian, Tarot with Kimber, Stacy Scott Catering, Kate's Single Batch Toffee and Cultivar.

#marinmagazine #marincounty #marinbestofthecounty
Wishing you a safe and sunny Fourth of July, Marin Wishing you a safe and sunny Fourth of July, Marin 🇺🇸

#marinmagazine #marincounty #fourthofjuly
Your 4th of July starts here 🇺🇸 Best Events in Ma Your 4th of July starts here 🇺🇸

Best Events in Marin County 🎡

🇺🇸 Marin County Fair
Enjoy activities like pig races or the rides, grab a bite at one of the food booths and end the day with the not-to-miss nightly fireworks

🇺🇸 Novato Fourth of July Parade
Watch the classic cars and military vehicles roll by while waving to dressed-up dogs, cowgirls on horses and many a festive float

🇺🇸 Corte Madera / Larkspur Parade & Festival
The parade is followed by music, entertainment and children’s activities

🇺🇸 Sausalito Fireworks & Independence Day Parade
Spend the day in Sausalito with a morning parade, an afternoon picnic at Dunphy Park, and fireworks 

🇺🇸 Fourth of July BBQ at Cavallo Point
Get a front row seat to the fireworks that will be launched right off of the Golden Gate Bridge

Best Firework Viewing Spots in and Around Marin County 🎆

Sausalito
🇺🇸 Scoma’s Sausalito
🇺🇸 Angelino Restaurant
🇺🇸 Barrel House Tavern

Tiburon 
🇺🇸 The Caprice 
🇺🇸 Luna Blu 
🇺🇸 Sam’s Anchor Cafe

San Rafael
🇺🇸 Marin County Fair

San Francisco
🇺🇸 Fisherman’s Wharf
🇺🇸 PIER 39
🇺🇸 Aquatic Park

East Bay
🇺🇸 César E. Chávez Park
🇺🇸 DoubleTree by Hilton Berkeley Marina

Sonoma
🇺🇸 Sonoma Plaza

Full details liked in bio 🔗

Where are you watching the fireworks this year? Comment below and tag us in your photos!

📷 Mimi Towle, Robert Tong and Marin County Fair

#marinmagazine #localgetaways #fourthofjuly #fireworks #parades
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