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Sacred Spaces religion briefs for the week of May 25, 2013
Provided by Westminster Presbyterian Church Worship services with the Rev. Barbara Rowe are at 8:30 and 10 a.m. Sundays at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Tiburon.
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Huffman to Host Town Hall Meetings on Social Security and Medicare
Congressman Jared Huffman will be hosting town hall meetings on Social Security and Medicare in California's Second Congressional District.
Washington bridge collapse spotlights California's aging bridges
California in recent decades has spent billions retrofitting its bridges for earthquakes, but in the wake of Thursday's bridge collapse in Washington state, critics say the Golden State is still lagging behind most other states in the quality of its bridges.
San Rafael police arrest giant-size rapper after attack at Pint Size Lounge
A 6-foot-7 rapper and television personality was arrested in San Rafael on allegations he smashed a pint-size beer glass over another man's head at the Pint Size Lounge.
San Rafael home on more than a quarter acre open Sunday
This Southern Heights home includes a .15-acre plot of land with preapproved plans to build a house with access from Courtright Road.
San Rafael teen charged with molesting Novato girl; other suspects might have participated
A San Rafael teen was charged with molesting a 13-year-old girl during an alleged alcohol-fueled incident in a Novato park, and police are investigating whether other suspects sexually assaulted her as well.
Climate-Specific Air Conditioners
John Proctor sells a $35 control that reduces cooling costs by 8% to 12% in dry climates - and he also has energy-saving advice for people in humid climates The Western Cooling Control is a small $35 device that extends the operational time period of a furnace fan or an air handler fan.
Adams recall advocates launch San Rafael petition drive
Recall advocates who want to oust Supervisor Susan Adams will fan out in San Rafael with petitions this weekend as they launch a drive to collect the signatures of 6,368 registered voters.
U.S. census data show slow growth in Marin
The federal agency Wednesday released its latest population estimates through July 1, 2012 for cities and towns across the country.
Best bets in Marin County, May 23 through 30, 2013
The Larkspur Flower and Food Festival is from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 26 on Magnolia Avenue.
San Rafael seeking applicants for Planning Commission until June 11
The San Rafael City Council will accept applications for two four-year positions on the city's Planning Commission until June 11.
Terrapin Crossroads Announces June Rambles
After a stellar set of Phil Lesh And Friends "West Coast Rambles" at Terrapin Crossroads in San Rafael, CA this month, the venue has just announced a series of June Rambles.
State appeals court backs Marin desalination environmental analysis
In this IJ archive photo, Jim Kenney, with MMDW, conducts a silt density index reading on water at their experimental desalination plant on Feb.
Marin History Museum wants new group to pay to use the name 'Marin Rocks'
An empty storefront at 851 Fourth Street in San Rafael, was once slated for the home of Marin Rocks.
San Rafael man gets third DUI arrest in five days, and posts bail again
A Marinwood man who was arrested on drunken driving allegations twice in 12 hours last week was arrested in a third DUI case on Monday.
Three things to do in Marin County, May 22, 2013
* What: Lauren Klein of Marin Master Gardeners speaks about how to create and sustain a beautiful yard with healthy ingredients in "Maintaining Your Edible Landscaping." * Do it: Civic Center Library, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 427, San Rafael; 473-4204; 473-6058; www.marinmg.org * What: Eve Ensler discusses "In the Body of the World," her new ... (more)
Social scene in Marin County for the week of May 21, 2013
Jasson Minadakis and Fred Taylor at the Marin Theatre Company fundraiser on May 10 at the Outdoor Art Club in Mill Valley.
Irish dancer Perry-Carrera of San Rafael sets sights on world...
Branson High senior, Brian Perry-Carrera at his home studio on Monday, April 29, 2013, in San Rafael, Calif.
Recall petition seeking Adams' ouster is OK'd; recall advocates need more than 6,300 signatures
It's official: Foes of San Rafael-area Supervisor Susan Adams may begin circulating a recall petition in an effort to oust her from office.