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A Conversation with Derek Johnson, the County Executive for Marin

Marin County Executive Derek Johnson discusses leadership, housing, his vision for the county’s future and bonfires on Limatour Beach in his youth.

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by David Sason
July 27, 2026
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Tiburon’s Stanley Wong on Building Character and Friendships Through MarinChess

How Stanley Wong has helped students gain confidence, focus, and real-life skills through chess.

by Matt Villano
November 17, 2025
Mill valley film festival

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.

by Ashley Bess Lane
August 18, 2025
Kathy McLeod

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.

by Jim Wood
August 15, 2025

Larry Mindel: The Maestro Behind California's Italian Restaurant Evolution

Larry Mindel’s influence on Bay Area dining, bringing authentic Italian flavors to life through innovative restaurants.

Larry Mindel with glass of wine
by Ann Wycoff
August 14, 2025
Dan Widmaier, Bolt Threads CEO

Bolt Threads Is Weaving a More Sustainable Future

This biotech startup uses nature-inspired biomaterials like spider silk to replace harmful synthetics and support a sustainable future.

by Annie Gieser
June 1, 2025
Two women sing on stage wearing sparkly bodysuits while a band plays behind them and a large crowd watches.

The Bay Area's Own Taylor Swift: Swifty

Swifty, a local Taylor Swift tribute band, has only grown in following. We talked to lead singer Gillian Eichenberger about her experience.

by Mimi Pinson
May 22, 2025
A blue race car with the Hot Wheels logo drives on a racetrack with a blurred background and text that reads "Life in the Fast Lane."

Life in the Fast Lane: Toni Breidinger Shares Her Journey on the Racetrack

There are some people who find themselves on the path to their future from a young age; for Toni Breidinger, that path was a racetrack.

by Caitlin Hamer
April 10, 2025

From Paris to Bombay, Author Alka Joshi Takes Readers on a Mysterious Journey in her New Novel

Joshi takes us behind the scenes of her writing process.

by Jessette Long
March 5, 2025

Meet Brian Colbert, Marin’s Newest Supervisor

We caught up with Brian Colbert to gather his thoughts on the big moment and what he plans to tackle first in his newly elected position. 

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by Donna Berry Glass
February 5, 2025
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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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Ever wonder what goes into a perfect bowl of fresh Ever wonder what goes into a perfect bowl of fresh pasta? 🍝

Chef Rick Edge of @piattimillvalley takes us behind the line to make Piatti’s Linguine di Mare, with fresh pasta, clams, white wine, and a finish of lemon oil and toasted breadcrumbs. Simple ingredients, big flavor.

Off the Menu: Marin is an original series from @marinmagazine and @themarindish going behind the scenes at Marin’s restaurants.

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From first pliés to center stage, Marin Ballet has From first pliés to center stage, Marin Ballet has been raising dancers for more than 60 years 🩰

This week’s Business Spotlight is a true Marin institution, offering classes for everyone from toddlers to adults in a supportive, encouraging environment that builds confident, joyful dancers.

It’s no wonder our readers named them one of the county’s Best Children’s Activities this year. 

Congratulations, @marin_ballet!

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How do you reimagine a childhood home as a weekend How do you reimagine a childhood home as a weekend retreat for the next generation to build memories together? That was the challenge facing Rebecca Ivans Amato, owner and principal architect at Emeryville-based Amato Architecture, when a couple with grown children and grandchildren told her they were ready to renovate the husband’s childhood home in Napa. 

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📷 Adam Potts
📐 Architect: Amato Architecture 
🛋️ Interior design: MADE Design Co.
🧰 Construction: Hanes Construction
🌳 Landscape design: Art Garden Design

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Meet the Bay’s unsung climate superhero 🌱 Eelgrass Meet the Bay’s unsung climate superhero 🌱 Eelgrass stores carbon faster than a rainforest, shelters herring and sharks, and is making a comeback in Richardson Bay thanks to local scientists, divers, and a community effort that included new housing support. Swipe for the story, and read the full piece in the October issue, link in bio.

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Hello Marin is back! Layla will give you the run d Hello Marin is back! Layla will give you the run down on her weekend favorites and a few of her favorite things in Marin right now 🔥
A seven-mile steel net once stretched across the G A seven-mile steel net once stretched across the Golden Gate 🌉 Built to keep enemy subs out of the Bay during WWII, it’s long gone, but one of its giant buoys has been hiding in plain sight in Richardson Bay. Swipe for the story, and read more in the October issue, link in bio.

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Your weekend plans, handled 🍂 From Nostalgia Days Your weekend plans, handled 🍂 From Nostalgia Days in Novato to Biketoberfest in Fairfax and of course we’ve got fleet week in the lineup — so many fun things to do in Marin October 9-11. Swipe & save before Monday comes too fast 👉

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“When I opened my studio, my goal was simply to cr “When I opened my studio, my goal was simply to create a peaceful space where people could slow down, reconnect with themselves, and feel better in their bodies. Today, I have the privilege of supporting my clients through therapeutic massage and yoga, blending clinical bodywork with mindfulness to provide personalized care for every individual. I'm grateful to do work I truly love, and I look forward to caring for many more members of our Marin community.” — Katherine Edwards, voted Best Massage Therapist in Marin County 

Congratulations to this week’s 2026 Best of the County Spotlight, Katherine Edwards Yoga & Massage 💆‍♀️

How badly do you need a massage? Comment below👇

📍21 Tamal Vista Blvd, Suite 111 Corte Madera

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There’s more to this corner than meets the eye 👀 There’s more to this corner than meets the eye 👀

Kevin Blum of @themarindish takes us inside @cornerbarmv in downtown Mill Valley, a historic corner with a brand new chapter. 

Created by restaurant veterans Bill Higgins, Peter Schumacher and Jason Sims, it blends the energy of a modern cocktail lounge with the feel of a classic neighborhood bar, with a refreshed Mediterranean-inspired menu from Chef Michael Siegel (yes, that’s a New York Steak Au Poivre with Australian Wagyu).

This is Off the Menu: Marin, a new original series from @marinmagazine and @themarindish going behind the scenes at Marin’s restaurants.

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