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Entertaining Party Planning

How to Craft Perfect Invitations for the Holidays (and Beyond)

Our guide to effortless invitations.

by Marin Editors
3 weeks ago

Party Planning 101

Here are five creative strategies to make your holiday party a big success.

by Somer Tejwani
October 26, 2015
holiday entertaining table setting

Holiday Entertaining Tips from Marin Experts

Here are some tips from some of Marin’s best entertainers…

by Marin Magazine Site Staff
November 17, 2012

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Marin Roots, SF Plates: 3 Chefs Bringing North Bay Flavor to the City
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
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
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
In the Company of Giants: How an Annual Trip Hosted by WILDCOAST Protects Whales


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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 Read the full story in bio 🔗 #marinmagazine #marincounty #regenerativeagriculture #regenerativefarming #farmingcalifornia
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 #marinmagazine #marincounty #entertaining #holidayentertaining #holidayparties
"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 ⬇️ Read more in bio 🔗 #marinmagazine #marincounty #socialmedia #digitalmedia @pewresearch
Shopping in Mill Valley has never been better 🛍 Shopping in Mill Valley has never been better 🛍️ Unlock exclusive offers at these Mill Valley boutiques with the Hello! Marin app ⬇️ 💎 @poetandthebench: Free travel candle with $175 purchase 💍 @moonstruckfinejewelry: 10% off + free cleaning 💍 @sofia_jewelry: 10% off your purchase 🕶️ @rimsandgoggles: 10% off your next pair 🧥 @pladra: 15% off your purchase 👖 @stickandballco: 15% off your first purchase 🏡 @saffronandpoe: 15% off your first purchase 📲 Download Hello! Marin to explore these perks and more local-only favorites, curated by people who actually live here Link in bio 🔗 #marinmagazine #marincounty #hellomarin #millvalley #shoplocal #localperks
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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. Link in bio 🔗 📷 Photo courtesy of Left Bank Brasserie #marinmagazine #marincounty #hellomarin #larkspur #shoplocal #localperks
In this 1949 photo, the most prominent sign is “ In this 1949 photo, the most prominent sign is “Tamalpais” splashed across a two-story building in the photo’s center right. Even back then, the intersection was known as “The Hub.” That’s because for those nearby, it was indeed a center of activity. In 1875, two well-traveled dirt roads were joined by a rail line and unofficially christened “The Hub” — today, we know these two roads as Sir Francis Drake Boulevard and Red Hill Avenue in San Anselmo. In the 1920s, the area was made more congested thanks to the introduction of the electric-powered interurban trains that started transiting the confluence. At the same time, the Tamalpais Community Playhouse, or “Tamalpais” for short, entered the scene. The Tamalpais’ first movie was The Humming Bird starring Gloria Swanson. As an added attraction, vocalist and pianist Uma Waldrop would perform on a $25,000 organ. Soon, the 1,000-seat venue became the Tamalpais Theater which showed films from the 1930s onwards, before closing in 1989. Today, its marquee publicizes community events, and its greatly reconfigured lobby is home to The Image Flow, a center for quality photographic printing. As for “the Hub,” by the end of World War II, rail traffic had left town, while traffic caused by cars, buses and trucks significantly increased. To counteract this, a city police officer was dispatched daily in the late 1960s to personally direct rush hour traffic, and in 1972, automated traffic lights were finally installed. Yet despite the many improvements that have been made to these lights, “The Hub” remains one of Marin County’s busiest intersections. ✍️ Written by Jim Wood 📷 Photo courtesy of @marinhistorymuseum #marinmagazine #marincounty #marinhistory #tamalpais #sananselmo
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