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Children's Activities

The Best Children’s Activities in Marin County

Our guide to where to find Marin’s best children’s museum.

Bay Area Discovery museum

by Marin Magazine Staff

July 23, 2025

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Marin Roots, SF Plates: 3 Chefs Bringing North Bay Flavor to the City

When Death is a Part of Life: How Death Doulas Use Love, Ritual and Courage to Reshape the Way We Say Goodbye

Why We Love Larkspur: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About This Friendly, Fascinating City

In the Company of Giants: How an Annual Trip Hosted by WILDCOAST Protects Whales

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This picture, taken in the 1930s, shows one of two

This picture, taken in the 1930s, shows one of two, still operating Marin railroad tunnels that were built nearly 150-years ago. That’s an electric-powered interurban railcar entering the 1,200-foot Cal Park Tunnel, which was constructed in 1884. It was rebuilt in 2010 and is now being used by SMART (Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit) running between Larkspur and numerous northern destinations — the billboard advertising paint is on today’s Highway 101. The other tunnel that is still operational was also rebuilt by SMART, and burrowed into the hill between downtown San Rafael and the Marin County Civic Center. When driving Highway 101 and nearing North San Pedro Road, you’re near this tunnel, the Porto Suello Tunnel.

According to historian Richard Torney, though Marin is one of the smallest counties in California (per area), it once had an astounding 10 railroad tunnels open and operating. Other tunnels include two created in 1884 for the Northwestern Pacific Railroad line that connected Tiburon and San Rafael, the Reed Tunnel near Tiburon’s Blackie’s Pasture where trestle timbers are still standing, and the Meadowsweet Tunnel in Corte Madera where no remnants are visible today. Finally, there’s the much-discussed Alto Tunnel on the Mill Valley – Corte Madera border. Its 2,200-feet length was bored (a process of building a tunnel, using a Tunnel Boring Machine, or TBM) in 1884, and was operational until 1971. It was then sealed shut with pea gravel and concrete.

A group called Friends of Alto Tunnel would now like to reopen it, and create a greenway path for bikes and hikes that would connect southern and northern Marin — its estimated cost is somewhere north of $50 million.

✍️ Written by Jim Wood

📷 Photo courtesy of The Fred Codoni Collection

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From coffee in Mill Valley to cocktails in Sausali

From coffee in Mill Valley to cocktails in Sausalito, Hello! Marin curates the best places to eat, shop and explore across the county.

No searching. No scrolling. Just the spots locals love—all in one app.

Download Hello! Marin. The Best of Marin, In Your Pocket.

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A new wave of California farmers and food leaders

A new wave of California farmers and food leaders are reviving ancient practices to heal the soil, nourish communities and reshape agriculture.

In a spot between Monterey and Salinas — an area affectionately known as the “Salad Bowl of the World” — the regenerative organic farming initiative, Regenerative California (RC), is driving a shift in industry practices.

This nonprofit initiative, co-founded by former longtime Marin resident Kristin Coates, launched in 2023. It is designed to create the first regenerative economy in the US, and focuses on agriculture, marine resources and healthy affordable housing, while moving away from extractive practices.

Last spring, Regenerative California launched its agricultural initiative with its first regenerative farm known as Regenerate 68 Farm. The 68 acre farm, located just off of Highway 68 in Monterey County, is located on the Ferini Ranch.

What’s Old is New Again

According to the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), California is the largest agricultural exporting state in the country to date: it supplies over a third of the nation’s vegetables and three-quarters of its fruits and nuts. To keep up with the growing demands of food production over the last hundred years, farmers moved away from indigenous agricultural practices — known today as “regenerative farming” — and relied more on modern farming techniques to yield larger crops of single items. This has resulted in more food, but it also had serious drawbacks to the health of the soil, the nutritional value of the food and quality of life for the farmers.

✍️ Mark C. Anderson

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A new place of fun for the kiddos has come to Saus

A new place of fun for the kiddos has come to Sausalito with The Social Klub, an indoor playground for ages 0-7!

Welcome to Marin #MarinNewInTown

📍2650 Bridgeway Blvd, Sausalito

🎥 Video by Tessa White

#marinmagazine #marincounty #newbusiness #localbusiness #marinbusiness

Every season is party season, but when the festive

Every season is party season, but when the festive holidays roll around, the pressure to entertain ticks up a notch. Suddenly your calendar is filling, invitations are arriving, and your own celebration is creeping ever closer. The good news? Throwing a fabulous party doesn’t need to be stressful.

Whether you’re envisioning an elegant dinner party for ten, a cocktail soirée that sparkles into the evening, or a casual backyard gathering with a food truck parked out front, the secret to success lies in preparation and style. With a little planning, some creative inspiration, and the right balance of DIY and professional help, you can host an unforgettable event — and enjoy yourself while doing it.

Learn how in our bio 🔗

✍️ Lynda Balslev

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"Seizing the attention of voters requires meeting

"Seizing the attention of voters requires meeting them where they already are.

Ambitious political leaders are saying farewell to the old modes of communication. Gone are the days when a town hall or press release could reliably shape public opinion. Political relevance today requires meeting voters where they already are.

That place is the digital feed. According to the Pew Research Center, 53% of US adults now get their news from social media at least occasionally. Among adults under 30, the number rises to 76%.

In this fast-paced environment, a politician must know how to stop a scrolling thumb. The medium is the short video, the headline with a hook or the post that lands even with the sound off. Content must be packaged for velocity and reach or it will fail.

To observe this trend is not to celebrate it uncritically. The business of governing still depends on smart policymaking, people skills, and a grasp of complexity. But those virtues matter little if no one is watching. Without attention, there is no persuasion. Without persuasion, there is no power.

The digital feed is no longer a sideshow to politics. It is the main stage. Leaders who understand this are far more likely to shape not just conversations but outcomes."

✍️ Nathan Ballard

Who do you think does this? Comment below ⬇️

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#marinmagazine #marincounty #socialmedia #digitalmedia @pewresearch

Shopping in Mill Valley has never been better 🛍

Shopping in Mill Valley has never been better 🛍️

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🧥 @pladra: 15% off your purchase

👖 @stickandballco: 15% off your first purchase

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📲 Download Hello! Marin to explore these perks and more local-only favorites, curated by people who actually live here

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The tastiest issue yet 🍽️

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Spend the day in Larkspur ✨ Downtown Larkspur i

Spend the day in Larkspur ✨

Downtown Larkspur is made for slow mornings, boutique browsing and lingering lunches. And now, a few of our favorite spots are offering exclusive perks on the Hello! Marin app.

Here’s how to make a day of it ⬇️

☕️ Start at @emporiorulli
Nothing beats their coffee and pastry game (especially when they're 10% off in the app)

🪞 Pop into @mcconnelldesign_
Save 15% on antiques and design pieces that will make you want to redecorate your whole house

💆‍♀️ Sneak in some self-care at @citrineca
Get a free Salt Sanctuary session with any $50 purchase

🍰 End at @leftbankbrasserie
Classic French vibes and a free dessert with your entrée because… why not?

📲 Download Hello! Marin to find these and more local-only perks, curated by people who actually live here.

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