San Rafael
Sanctuaries
Bestselling author Anne Lamott and Grammy-nominated musician Jai Uttal come together for “Sanctuaries: An Evening with Anne Lamott and Jai Uttal” at the Marin Showcase Theater. This unique event, 7-9 pm, Sunday, Nov. 17, blends sacred songs, heartfelt stories and spiritual reflections, as Lamott reads from her 2024 bestseller, Somehow: Thoughts on Love, and Uttal leads chants of devotion. Uttal and Lamott have been friends since they met in 2001 at a local 12-step meeting. “Annie and I have been trying to figure out a way to work together for ages, and we were super happy when this Marin event came together,” says Uttal. “We look forward to sharing our art and the community we hold dear.” Tickets start at $50, with premium seating available. Marin Showcase Theater, 20 Ave of the Flags, San Rafael. Tickets at bit.ly/sanctuaries-marin.
Sonoma County
Walk to School
On Thursday, Nov. 14, Sonoma County schools will join a national celebration honoring Ruby Bridges, who, at six years old in 1960, became a civil rights icon by integrating her New Orleans elementary school. Promoted locally by Safe Routes to School/Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition, Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day invites students, parents, teachers and community leaders to walk together, celebrating her legacy and promoting unity in the movement to end racism. Events will be held across Sonoma County communities, including Cloverdale, Healdsburg, Petaluma and Santa Rosa (start times vary by school). For more information, visit bikesonoma.org.
Sausalito
Winter Market
This holiday season is the time to gather with over 25 top-tier local makers under one festive roof, with artisans like Heath Ceramics, Sausalito Arts Club and Botnia Skincare showcasing their finest creations. Hosted at the Sausalito Center for the Arts, this annual Winter Market invites attendees to shop thoughtfully for home goods, skincare, jewelry and more—perfect for last-minute holiday treasures. Cute Coffee and Lucky Penny Bread treats can be enjoyed, as well as activities like kid-friendly crafting and complimentary skin consultations. Opens 10am, Sunday, Dec. 14, Sausalito Center for the Arts, 750 Bridgeway. Free admission, open to all.
Healdsburg
Actor Steve Zahn Honored
The future of film can be celebrated with the True West Film Center second annual Hollywood of Tomorrow fundraiser, honoring actor Steve Zahn (The White Lotus, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Planet of the Apes and Happy, Texas), student filmmaker India Mitchell and community artist Jennifer “Jendala” Utsch. Beginning at 5:30pm, Saturday, Nov. 16 and hosted at Studio Barndiva (237 Center St., Healdsburg), the event supports True West’s mission to bring media arts education to Sonoma County students. The evening will feature awards, including the Impact Award for Zahn, and a showcase of Mitchell’s work. Proceeds benefit the development of arts programs and the forthcoming James Redford Campus. The weekend festivities continue Sunday, Nov. 17, with a community screening of Diary of a Wimpy Kid followed by “A Conversation with Steve Zahn.” For tickets, times and additional locations, visit truewestfilmcenter.org.
