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MARIN MAGAZINE'S WEEKEND PICKS

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May 3

Get Covered

Meet Greg Martin and the finalists at our Get Covered Contest Celebration event May 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Town Center in Corte Madera. It's a great chance to celebrate with the contest winner and to view art from this year's Marin Open Studios participants.

 

2 circleMay 5

The Art Deco Preservation Ball

This 75th birthday party for the Golden Gate Bridge features artistic images of the iconic bridge and popular music from the era when it was built. Bimbo's 365 Club (SF). 415.982.3326, artdecosociety.org


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Howl to the Full Moon Hike

Hike down the Southern Marin Line Fire Road in celebration of National Pet Week. Learn about trail etiquette and explore the area. Baltimore Canyon Preserve (Greenbrae). 415.473.2816, marinhumanesociety.org

 

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May 5

Run for the Roses

Huckleberry Youth Programs is hosting their fourth annual wine tasting and auction fundraiser at the St. Francis Yacht Club in San Francisco. The theme of the event is Run for the Roses and will be held on Kentucky Derby Day. huckleberryyouth.org 


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May 5-6, 12-13

Marin Open Studios

Visit local artists' studios to view or purchase works, meet the artists and enjoy hors d'oeuvres. Various locations (Marin). marinopenstudios.com 

 



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LOCAL PROMOTIONS

Evo SpaEvo Spa May Deals

 

Organic Hydrating Facial

15% off 60 minutes $97.75 (reg. $115)

 

Mother-to-be-massage

15% off 60 minutes $89.25 (reg. $105); 90 minutes $114.75 (reg. $135)

 

Make-Up Application 

15% off

 

Jane Iredale Make-Up 

10% off

 

Eminence Skin Care 

10% off

 

Offers valid thru May. For reservations call 415.383.3223 or visit evo-spa.com

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Haute Jewels Haute Jewels

 

Jewelry is the perfect Mother's Day gift! Haute Jewels is the jewelry shop in Marin County for Mother's Day, engagement rings, gold and diamond rings, including costume jewelry. Haute Jewels has designer jewelry for all tastes and every budget. hautejewelscm.com 

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Becca's Bags

2nd Annual Mother's Day Market

 

Friday May 4 - Inn Marin, 250 Entrada Dr. Novato

 

Are you stuck on what to get your mother, daughter or wife for Mother's Day? Do you just need an evening out?

 

Come shop from more than 10 local vendors to find the right gift for that special lady!

 

Hosted by Kelley McMickin (Becca's Bags and Things)

 

For more information visit beccasbagsandthings.shutterfly.com  

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Zero Breast Cancer's 13th Annual Honor Thy Healer Awards Program

Thursday, May 10 - Mill Valley Community Center

 

Join us for an evening of inspiration and community celebration honoring individuals, businesses and organizations who have made a significant difference in the lives of those affected by breast cancer, in our understanding of breast cancer and the healing process, and in the health of our community. 

 

Tickets and sponsorship information:

415.507.1949, ext 101 or zerobreastcancer.org 

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Marin General Hospital Foundation

Saturday, May 12 - Marinship Park

 

Marin General Hospital Foundation's black-tie gala Feria de Espaņa will be held on Saturday, May 12 at Marinship Park in Sausalito. This year's gala honors long-time supporter Mary Barbara Schultz and benefits the Trauma Center & Emergency Department at Marin General Hospital (MGH). Marin local residents count on MGH for emergency care, from minor injuries to life-saving intervention for heart attack, stroke and head trauma. Individual tickets $500. 

 

Contact the Foundation at 415.925.7770 or maringeneral.org/events  

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StoryBook Ball

Sunday, May 20 - Mill Valley Community Center

 

Visit the Land of Oz at the second annual Storybook Ball. Open to children ages 4 to 10, this Wizard of Oz themed-family event features dancing, delicious food, art activities, special performances by the Stark Ravens Historical Players and Marin Youth Performers, a magic show by Timothy James, fantastical decor and party favors.

 
Proceeds support Mill Valley Library's free children and teen programs. Tickets cost $50 per person and must be purchased in advance. millvalleylibrary.org/storybooks  
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