Community News


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Jewelry Making with Nikki

Larkspur Recreation is offering a jewelry-making class after school on Mondays at Bacich beginning March 6 for students in grades 2 - 4!

In this creative and fun class, we will use traditional and not-so-traditional materials to create unique jewelry! Students will be able to choose from a treasure of new and vintage beads and also learn to make their own using upcycled materials and other materials.

Learn more here.

Designing Buildings & Building Confidence

Instructor: Molly Goecke, Architectural Designer is offering another session of The ArKIDecture Academy classes

The sky is the limit in this new session! In this 6-week course, students will have the opportunity to learn all about skyscrapers through drawings, collages, and construction. Each student will be the architect of their own projects, designing, and building in their own unique style. Class interaction, sharing of ideas, and team collaboration are encouraged throughout the sessions. All levels are welcome!

1st & 2nd Grade ArKIDects:

  • SESSION 1: Tuesdays, February 28 through April 4, 3-3:45 p.m.
  • SESSION 2: Thursdays, March 1 through April 6, 4-4:45 p.m.

3rd & 4th Grade ArKIDects:

  • SESSION 3: Thursdays, March 1 through April 6, 3-3:45 p.m.

To Enroll: Email - mollygoecke@gmail.com

Cost - $175

Marin Girls Chorus – Now Enrolling!

The Marin Girls Chorus is back for another exciting season! We are currently enrolling middle school girls who love to sing and work as a collaborative team. We offer classes throughout Marin. Girls can enroll in our Bel Canto program for grades 6-8 (no audition required), as well as for our new Descants Advanced Ensemble (audition required).

Check out our website for more information and registration. www.marinchorus.org

Registration is open until February 17.

View flyer.

Get Ready for Spring SWIM!

New Family Registration for the Tidalwaves Swim Team is now open!

Tidalwaves is open to all swimmers ages 5 through 18 years.

The season runs from late February through the end of June at the Redwood High School pool.

Please visit www.gowaves.com for more information.

Opportunities

The Homework Helpers program, created and run by high school interns and the Marin County Free library, is offering a free “homework help” program for English Learners and underserved students at the Corte Madera library every Saturday from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Students are encouraged to sign up for specific time slots and communicate what they need help with. This is an excellent opportunity for students and families to get extra help, outside of school, from local high school students!

Homework Helpers Flyer in English and Spanish


Weekly Crafternoons and a once-monthly Lego Club: Thursdays 3:30 p.m. for ages 5-12.

Crisis Text Support Line

Marin County is offering our youth another means of confidential mental health support through a crisis text line that is available 24/7.

Text MARIN to 741741 for Support that Cares.

Marin Health Hubs

Health hubs, provides free and bilingual services such as food distribution, nutrition education, health screenings, and information about community organizations. Everyone is welcome to attend the health hubs food pantry and to help us run it!

Parent & Youth.Helpline

This free helpline provides free trauma-informed, evidenced-based emotional support to parents, children and youth in any language via calls, text, live chat, and email.

  • Available 7 days a week from 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
  • Parents can join a Weekly Online Support Group through the website: caparentyouthhelpline.org.
  • Helpline #: 855-427-2736