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Performing Stars of Marin: 35 Years of Uplifting Young Dreams

How a Marin nonprofit has changed thousands of lives: one child, one stage, and one dream at a time.

Performing Stars children smiling brightly on the Kaiser Permanente Community Stage in colorful, formal, and cultural attire.
by Donna Berry Glass
July 21, 2025

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Judging by the smiles, it’s hard to say who had Judging by the smiles, it’s hard to say who had the most fun at our Best of the County Party! 🎉 What was your favorite part of the event? #marinmagazine #marincounty #bestofthecounty #bestofthecounty2025
In 1990, Felecia Gaston founded Performing Stars o In 1990, Felecia Gaston founded Performing Stars of Marin (PSM), a Marin City-based nonprofit with a mission to give local youth access to the arts regardless of race, background or family income. As a young girl growing up in Georgia, she recalls peering out of her mother’s car window and seeing young white girls in ballet leotards. “I remember thinking, ‘I want to do that,’ but I knew not to ask because of the color of my skin. Can you imagine what that felt like?” She was finally able to take ballet lessons at age 14. ✨ Performing Stars of Marin — By the Numbers ✨ 3️⃣5️⃣ years of serving youth from all parts of Marin 6️⃣,0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ Marin youth have gone through the Performing Arts program since its inception in 1990 9️⃣5️⃣ ％ of the program’s alumni graduate from high school 2️⃣5️⃣0️⃣ public performances by Performing Stars groups at July 4 parades, fairs, senior centers, holiday events, toy drives, MLK Day events and much more ＄2️⃣0️⃣0️⃣,0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ is the goal for Performing Stars of Marin's current capital campaign for program expansion and a new headquarters ✍️ @donnaberryglass 📷 One of the first groups of Performing Stars, circa 1990. Photo courtesy of Performing Stars of Marin Read more in bio 🔗 #marinmagazine #marincounty #performingstarsofmarin
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 #marinmagazine #marincounty #crossingguard #tiburon #sanrafael #rossvalley #novato
“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 #marinmagazine #marincounty #sanrafael #thingstodo
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! And the winner is 🥁🥁🥁 The Codfather! #marinmagazine #marincounty #sausalito #sausalitoboatshow #boatshow
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. 1️⃣9️⃣4️⃣5️⃣ MAGC is founded and incorporated by women leaders, conservationists and various Marin art and horticultural organizations. 1️⃣9️⃣4️⃣6️⃣ to 1️⃣9️⃣7️⃣0️⃣ MAGC hosts the Marin County Fair for 25 years, before moving to where it’s found now at the Marin Civic Center Grounds. 2️⃣0️⃣0️⃣3️⃣ The Summer Concert Series debuts on Gazebo Lawn; it continues to be a popular summer staple. 2️⃣0️⃣1️⃣5️⃣ The MAGC welcomes the Garden School as a campus partner, which enrolls children ages 2–5 for an immersive, outdoor education program. 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣3️⃣ 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! #marinmagazine #marincounty #fundraiser #marinhistory
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 #marinmagazine #marincounty #marinart #prescriptionart #artsonprescription
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! Say hello to Hello! Marin 📲 Your insider pass to: ✨ Exclusive perks at local businesses 🏆 All the Best of the County winners in one place 📍 Check-in challenges with fun prizes ❤️ Your own saved list of Marin musts 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! #HelloMarin #MarinMagazine #BestOfTheCounty #LarkspurWineStroll #MarinLocal
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