San Rafael
The Revolution Was Televised
For one extraordinary week in 1972, John Lennon and Yoko Ono took over The Mike Douglas Show, and Daytime Revolution brings that radical moment in TV history back to life. The documentary captures five unforgettable episodes where Lennon and Ono pushed the boundaries of daytime television, inviting guests like Jerry Rubin, Bobby Seale, Ralph Nader and George Carlin to discuss issues like police violence and women’s liberation. With candid Q&A sessions, conceptual art and musical performances—including a duet with Chuck Berry—this film is a riveting reminder of art’s power to provoke change. Directed by Erik Nelson, the doc plays 7pm, Saturday, Oct. 19, and 1pm, Sunday, Oct. 20, at the Smith Rafael Film Center, 1118 4th St, San Rafael. Cost is $14 general admission, $10.50 for seniors and youth, and $8.50 for CAFILM members.
Freestone
Howl-O-Ween at Black Kite
Black Kite Cellars is bringing some spooky fun to Freestone with its first annual Pooches & Pinot event, Saturday, Oct. 26. It’s time to dress up those furry friends and join the Halloween Doggy Costume Contest for a chance to win doggy “barkuterie” boards, treats and more. While the pups enjoy their goodies, humans can sample cool-climate pinot noir and chardonnay from Black Kite’s signature flights. They may also capture Instagram-worthy moments in front of murals by Michael Duté, while sipping wine at the laid-back Jasper House, Black Kite’s pet-friendly tasting room. The event occurs in two shifts, 11am and 1pm, Saturday, Oct. 26, at 12747 El Camino Bodega, Freestone. Tickets are $50 per person, available at bit.ly/pooch-pinot.
Petaluma
Bring Your Own Bag
The Petaluma Downtown Association invites kids and their families to avoid the hustle and bustle of neighborhood trick or treating and instead enjoy the relatively calm environs of the Trick or Treat Trail in downtown Petaluma. Over 70 businesses will participate, offering treats and spooky fun from 3 to 5:30pm, Thursday, Oct. 31. The trail runs along Kentucky Street, Western Avenue, Petaluma Boulevard and the Theater District, with highlights including a costume contest at Ivy’s Hideout, a photo booth at Poppy’s and treats from the Petaluma Fire and Police Departments. Maps soon to be available (after Oct. 28) at petalumadowntown.com/trick-or-treat-trail.
San Rafael
Ladies Sing the Blues
Marin Jazz presents Three Ladies Sing the Blues on Friday, Oct. 18, featuring powerhouse artists Terrie Odabi, Tia Carroll and Lady Bianca. These award-winning blues and jazz singers will perform onstage together for the first time at the Marin Center Showcase Theater. Known for their full-throated singing and virtuosic piano playing, the three icons are internationally touring and recording artists and are the Bay Area’s very own blues ambassadors to the world. They perform at 7pm, Friday, Oct. 18, at the Marin Center Showcase Theater, 20 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael. Tickets are $55 and $65. For more details and to purchase tickets, go to marinjazz.com.
