San Francisco
Good Writing
Marin’s own Anne Lamott returns to the stage with a new book—and a co-author who happens to share her dinner table. Good Writing: 36 Ways to Improve Your Sentences, co-written with husband Neal Allen, offers both a practical guide to sharper prose and a sideways peek into how the two collaborate on writing, editing and life. The pair appear together at the Curran Theatre for an evening of live, unscripted conversation about craft, clarity and the occasional marital debate over verbs. Allen, drawing from decades in journalism and coaching, lays out the principles behind the book’s 36 sentence-sharpening strategies—strong verbs, tighter edits, fresher turns of phrase—while Lamott counters with the wit and candor that made Bird by Bird a modern classic. Expect equal parts insight and humor as they explore how to finish work when life gets messy, when to break the rules and how to make language sing. 7pm, Tuesday, March 17, Curran Theatre, San Francisco. Tickets start at $96. Visit us.atgtickets.com.
Larkspur
Awards Night
Hollywood glitz lands in Marin when the Lark Theater rolls out the red carpet for its annual Awards Night celebration. One may watch the live awards broadcast from Hollywood on the big screen, sip bubbly and settle in for an afternoon of cinema-pageantry with a local twist. The festivities kick off with a prosecco reception and hors d’oeuvres before the telecast, plus a silent auction, live entertainment and a costume contest for those inclined to dress for the occasion.
Hosted by The Lark’s executive artistic director Josh Costello, the event turns awards season into a community affair—equal parts glamour, fundraiser and film-lover fête. 3pm doors, 3:30pm pre-show reception, 4pm live awards broadcast, Sunday, March 15, Lark Theater, 549 Magnolia Ave., Larkspur. $95 reserved seating; $75 Lark members.
Occidental
Call for Care
West County gathers at The Altamont for A Call for Care, a community fundraiser supporting VIDAS (Vital Immigrant Defense Advocacy & Services), the Sonoma County organization providing trauma-informed immigration legal advocacy. With five locations across the county, VIDAS offers legal representation, mental health services, training and organizing support for immigrant families navigating an increasingly complex system. The afternoon blends music, art and action: DJ Timoteo sets the tone before a silent auction featuring local art, restaurant certificates, West County wellness offerings and staycation packages. And the evening culminates in an art salon spotlighting local poets and musicians—an adult-centered space designed for deeper listening and reflection. Equal parts fundraiser and gathering, the event aims to translate concern into solidarity. 3–7pm, Sunday, March 8, The Altamont, 3703 Main St., Occidental. RSVP at altamontgeneralstore.com.
Sebastopol
Rialto Oscars
Hollywood’s biggest night gets a West County twist at Rialto Cinemas, where film fans gather for a red-carpet viewing party benefiting Food For Thought. One may watch the live broadcast on the big screen with a crowd, complete with Hollywood glam, suspenseful envelope moments and a roomful of movie lovers reacting in real time. The evening includes appetizers and beverages (catering by Field & Farm), plus a costume contest—so one may break out that best red-carpet or movie-themed look—along with games, trivia and prizes. Hosted on screen by Conan O’Brien and in-theater by Ky Boyd, the event turns awards season into a community fundraiser supporting Food For Thought, which provides comprehensive nutrition services to Sonoma County residents affected by HIV, Covid, cancer and other serious medical conditions. 3pm red carpet, 4pm show, Sunday, March 15, Rialto Cinemas, 6868 McKinley St., Sebastopol. $49.
