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MVFF

World Cinema Not to Miss at the 48th Mill Valley Film Festival: "Hamnet," "Bugonia" and More

MVFF48 World Cinema features Jodie Foster, Brendan Fraser, Emma Stone, and Paul Mescal in powerful global stories from acclaimed directors.

Rental Family Movie Sequence
by Bernard Boo
13 hours ago
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 Marin Editors
August 18, 2025
Women In Film

Mind the Gap at MVFF Shows How Women in Film Pave the Way Forward

In a fraught year for women everywhere, the platform aims to amplify female filmmakers’ stories to instill hope, elicit empathy and provide support.

by Bernard Boo
October 3, 2022
Filmakers

George Washington High Schools' Controversial Mural Gets Examined in 'Town Destroyer', Screening at at the Mill Valley Film Festival

The filmmakers behind one of the festival’s most thought-provoking films prepare to meet with local students for thoughtful discussions about art and censorship.

by Bernard Boo
September 29, 2022

The Strangest Show on Earth: San Francisco-Based Art Collective The Residents at the Mill Valley Film Festival

One of the most enigmatic bands on the planet descends on the Sweetwater Music Hall for a live experience like you’ve never seen before.

The Residents
by Bernard Boo
September 29, 2022
Deconstructing Karen

Films for Good: The Power of Advocacy Documentaries at the Mill Valley Film Festival’s Active Cinema Program

Call-to-action documentaries GIVE us an opportunity to focus, turn off our phones and learn about issues that affect us all in ways we might not even know.

by Bernard Boo
September 29, 2022

The Mill Valley Film Festival Lets Attendees Get Up Close and Personal With the Stars

MVFF has history of inspiring even the most famous celebrities in the world to let their guards down at one of the festival’s famous parties and get up close and personal with fans.

by Bernard Boo
September 28, 2022
Mill Valley Film Festival

The Mill Valley Film Festival Returns to Form, Expanding Across the Bay Area

Larkspur’s Lark Theater and the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive return to the lineup; plus the addition of San Francisco’s Roxie Theater.

by Bernard Boo
September 12, 2022
Filmmaking MVFF

MVFF Education Helps Students Learn the Craft of Filmmaking

Young adults and students are our future and MVFF Education is offering schools free screenings, filmmaker Q&As and study guides.

by Bernard Boo
September 29, 2021

MVFF's Mind the Gap Summit: Putting a Spotlight on the Film Industry's Excluded Groups

This year, MVFF is recognizing the achievements of Latinas in film.

Mill valley film festival
by Bernard Boo
September 28, 2021
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Over every school year for the past 14 years, Tibu Over every school year for the past 14 years, Tiburon’s Kathy McLeod has developed a routine. She rises early, wrestles a yellow safety vest over her day’s attire and heads out to do her best to see that hundreds of elementary and middle school children make it to school safely. Then, six hours later, her concern is that these same kids make it home without incident or accident. 

Her start came in 2011 when her son was attending Tam Valley Elementary and the school’s crossing guard was hit by a car and hospitalized. 

As fate would have it, it was McLeod’s day for parent traffic duty, so she just naturally stepped up to serve as a replacement crossing guard and, thinking it a volunteer position, worked that entire week. Only later did she learn it was a paid position and that district officials felt she was so good at it she was offered a paid crossing guard position. McLeod soon became a supervisor where she is now responsible for recruiting, training and managing 25 crossing guards at high-traffic intersections in Southern Marin. Similar supervisors are responsible for a like number of crossing guards (and school children) in Ross Valley, San Rafael and Novato. 

Read more in bio 🔗

Who's your local crossing guard? Give them a shoutout below!

✍️ Jim Wood

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“We’re a community that values connection — “We’re a community that values connection — across cultures, generations and neighborhoods — and we’re grounded in both natural beauty and a deep sense of place” – Kate Colin, San Rafael Mayor

As Marin County continues its 150th celebration of San Rafael, it’s never been a better time to visit. Whether you’re visiting from out of town or just want to play tourist in your own county, here are 5 San Rafael musts:

1️⃣ Marin County Civic Center, @wrighttaliesin

2️⃣ China Camp State Park, @castateparks

3️⃣ Downtown San Rafael, @downtownsanrafael

4️⃣ Mission San Rafael Arcángel, @californiamissionsfoundation

5️⃣ Marin History Museum & Falkirk Cultural Center, @marinhistorymuseum & @falkirkculturalcenter

Learn more in our bio 🔗

Where’s your favorite spot in San Rafael? Comment below!

📷 City of San Rafael, Rebecca Woodbury

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Win 2 VIP weekend tickets to the 3rd annual Sausal Win 2 VIP weekend tickets to the 3rd annual Sausalito Boat Show!

This celebration of waterfront living has something for everyone, from first-time boaters to seasoned pros. Explore the latest boats, enjoy local food and live music and take free educational seminars on all things marine. 

These VIP tickets give you access to the show all weekend, along with entry to the VIP Tapas & Tastings event on Friday from 6 pm to 9 pm. 

At Tapas & Tasting, you will step aboard three of the Bay Area’s most stunning private yachts for an unforgettable evening of food, wine and waterfront elegance.

How to enter 🛥️

If you had your own boat, what would you name it? Comment below👇

Best name wins!

The winner will be chosen on Thursday at 12 pm PT. 

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With their lush garden grounds and rotating art ga With their lush garden grounds and rotating art gallery, Marin Art and Garden Center is a local gem with the longevity to prove it — 80 years to be exact. 

To celebrate this milestone, they’re opening their doors to the community at their annual Edible Garden fundraiser on September 14. But don’t show up without learning more about their history, which is intertwined with the entire county more than you might realize.

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MAGC is founded and incorporated by women leaders, conservationists and various Marin art and horticultural organizations.

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MAGC hosts the Marin County Fair for 25 years, before moving to where it’s found now at the Marin Civic Center Grounds.

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The Summer Concert Series debuts on Gazebo Lawn; it continues to be a popular summer staple.

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The MAGC welcomes the Garden School as a campus partner, which enrolls children ages 2–5 for an immersive, outdoor education program.

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The first Edible Garden fundraiser is held, welcoming the community to help keep MAGC alive and prospering. 

✍️ Emma Robertson 

Are you going to this year's Edible Garden? Comment below!

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Carrie, owner of Love Living Lighter, takes an inn Carrie, owner of Love Living Lighter, takes an innovative approach to coaching, helping clients transform their homes by tackling clutter one space at a time. With her supportive guidance, she helps you shift your mindset, making it easier to move past feelings of overwhelm and uncover the root causes of disorganization. Through her simple yet powerful techniques, you’ll build sustainable routines and habits that empower you to regain control of your environment—creating a lighter, more organized, and truly functional space that lasts.

#marinmagazine #marincounty #bestofthecounty #bestofthecounty2025 #homeorganization #localbusinessspotlight
"Back in October 2024, the Sausalito-based artist’s community, Industrial Center Building (ICB), held its 'Artists at Work' day. Attendees watched local artists 'in action,' and it was also an opportunity to see why doctors in the United States are considering the concept of prescribing community art — or 'arts on prescription' — to help people with mental health concerns, since the event fostered creative expression and social connection. The World Health Organization recognizes social connection as a key social determinant of health. In response, a growing global movement known as social prescribing is emerging. This approach draws on successful international examples where activities like sports, gardening, arts, culture and time in nature are used to strengthen the bonds between individuals and their communities." – Pamela Coddington Samaniego

Read the full story in bio 🔗

📷 Pamela Coddington Samaniego

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Still glowing from the Larkspur Wine Stroll! 🍷 Still glowing from the Larkspur Wine Stroll! 🍷 

Thanks to everyone who stopped by the Marin Magazine booth. We loved meeting you and giving a sneak peek at our new app!

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Larkspur’s got perks — and they’re waiting for you in the app.

P.S. Don’t forget to make your profile public in the app to play check-in challenges and be eligible to win! One lucky Hello! Marin user scored an overnight stay at @cavallopoint just for checking in at the Best of the County party 👀 🎉

Couldn’t swing by the booth? You can still join the fun.

👉 Download Hello! Marin now — link in bio!

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Win 2 tickets to the 2025 Opening Gala with Yuja W Win 2 tickets to the 2025 Opening Gala with Yuja Wang!

Enjoy a spectacular evening to celebrate the new season with superstar pianist Yuja Wang, conductor Jaap van Zweden, and the San Francisco Symphony.

Friday, September 12

5:30pm Preconcert Silver Receptions in the Wattis Room and Loge Lobby

7:00pm	Concert

8:30pm	Gala Dinner in Zellerbach Rehearsal Hall

How to enter ⬇️

1. Like this post
2. Comment below 
3. Download our app (link in bio)

**Giveaway has closed**

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“We are so grateful to our community for voting “We are so grateful to our community for voting us Best Yoga Studio for 2025!” - Temple Schauble

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