Peer Summit set for Nov. 13 at college – Marin Independent Journal

The Marin County Office of Education will host its 14th annual Peer Summit for seventh- and eighth-grade students throughout the county from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 13 at the College of Marin at 835 College Ave. in Kentfield.
The event will include interactive educational workshops led by youth and community agencies on subjects such [...]

Novato Human Needs lands $190,000 in grants from Marin Community Foundation – Marin Independent Journal

The flat economy has been especially ruthless to lower-income families and seniors, and that’s why the Novato Human Needs nonprofit is so grateful for $190,000 in grants it has received from the Marin Community Foundation targeted to those areas.
Deanna Euritt, executive director of Novato Human Needs, said the dollar amount is almost four times what [...]

Marin Organizing Committee has coming-out party in San Rafael – Marin Independent Journal

Gilbert Mejia, an 18-year-old Novato boy whose family has been at the center of an immigration rights controversy in Marin the past several months, told 1,100 people packed into the San Rafael High gym on Sunday that the upstart Marin Organizing Committee can be a powerful forum for those who are forced to “live in [...]

Marin music festival to help families facing foreclosure – Marin Independent Journal

Marin music festival to help families facing foreclosure
By Jim Staats
A growing effort to help Marin homeowners facing foreclosure is seeking a financial boost from a musical benefit this weekend in Novato.
Marinstock, a daylong program set to begin at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Hamilton Amphitheater in Novato, will feature a host of Bay Area musicians, [...]

Marin Interfaith Council Forum

Thursday, October 8,

12 Noon-2:00PM

Pickleweed Community Center
50 Canal Street, San Rafael
Visit the newly renovated Pickleweed Community Center.
Hear a panel of speakers address the following:

Speakers:

Steve Mason
Pickleweed Community Center
Margarita Vega and Simon Tiles
Marinhelpers.com/Marin Opportunity Centers

Keenny Aguilar and Douglas Mundo

Towing and Impoundment of cars in the Canal
Martin Steinman
Marin Municipal ID Cards

Suggested donation of $10-$20 at [...]

“There Oughta Be A Law… Or Not” Contest

Assemblyman Jared Huffman is launching his third annual “There Oughta Be A Law… Or Not” contest… here it is a message from him.
Dear Friends,
I’m pleased to announce that my third annual “There Oughta Be A Law…Or Not” contest starts today. If you have an idea for state legislation, click here to submit your [...]

Transitions and staff updates at Marin City CDC

Transitions are comon in life and in organizations, including nonprofits. Below is some news from the Marin City CSD sent by Makini Hassan, their Executive Director. Best wishes for Marin City CSD  in this new phase of their organization and for Jessica in the new phase of her life. Warm welcome to Andrew and Drew!
Dear [...]

“2009 Mexican-American Dream” Scholarship Applications Now Available

Thanks Omar, from Canal Alliance, for sending this important information our way!

“2009 Mexican-American Dream” Scholarship Applications Now Available

The Council of Mexican Federations (COFEM), its affiliated Federations, and The New Partnerships Foundation have come together to continue to support students who want to go to college by offering scholarships to [...]

Job opening at the Center for Political Education!

See below for more information about a job opening at CPE.  After 3 1/2 years as coordinator of the Center for Political Education, Michelle Foy will transition out of the position, while staying on the volunteer collective.  Feel free to contact us if you or someone you know are interested in [...]

Canal International Festival 2009 / Festival Internacional del Canal *2009

Canal * International Festival 2009
Event Overview
The 5th Annual International Festival of the Canal is a one day celebration of international music, dancing, and food in the community. The Festival blends spicy flavors, dancing and music, integrating the diversity of cultures in San Rafael.
Date October 11, 2009
Time 10:00 am to 6:00 [...]