GanHalev Gan Halev is holding High Holiday services again this year at Samuel P. Taylor Park We are not affiliated with a particular branch of Judaism. Our services are held within and beneath the branches of a secluded grove of old redwood trees next to a running creek to which salmon have returned. People need to bring their own folding outdoor beach chairs. Our services are very musical, conducted by our members that have led the music for many years, and follow traditional Hebrew songs as well as contemporary music that is appropriate for the Days of Awe and honoring our past loved ones. All people are welcome, we love the diver- sity of our congregants. Rosh Hashana services will be Friday, September 11, 4-6 pm and Saturday, September 12, 10:30-2:30 pm, including a pot luck lunch. Kol Nidre services will be Sunday, September 20, 4-6 pm, and Yom Kippur services will be Monday, September 21, 10:30-2:30 pm. Contact Suzanne at suzanne@ganhalev.org for exact location and important parking info. Free/Donation. Gan HaLev will also be the host community for the Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, comprised of our area’s faith communities. Sunday, November 22, 4 pm, San Geronimo Valley Community Center. San Geronimo Valley Planning Group The hard-working volunteers at the Planning Group have been busy with many issues in our Valley. Here is a small selection: At our upcoming September 14th membership meeting we will discuss the creek restoration project at the San Geronimo Commons. We’ve been involved with the planned San Geronimo fire station and look forward to the presentation of the preliminary designs this
SGV Community Garden We are proud to celebrate the 15 year anniversary of the founding of the garden. For our celebration on August 16th we invited local artists to spend the day in the garden painting; live music and potluck with friends and family completed the celebration, with Lagunitas Deli volunteering to grill fresh veggies for everyone. We have been sharing our garden harvest weekly with Chef Meggan, who is preparing food for the Senior lunches at the Community Center. We have a new hand painted sign at the garden, just in time to be included in one of the destinations of Marin Link’s county-wide Scavenger Hunt.
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fall. Protecting the “high school” property at the bottom of White’s Hill from development is another ongoing project; it’s the gateway to our community and West Marin! We’ll review the draft of the new septic rules (LAMP) that is coming out in September. We’ve contacted the FCC regard- ing the possible loss of our landline telephones, and we’re concerned about the use of Flock surveillance cameras in our community. The CEQA study for the huge house on Montezuma is still in the works and awaiting our review. Join us! SGVPG.org
San Geronimo Childcare Center This summer, our preschool community celebrated an exciting milestone as our Preschool classrooms honored their graduates with a beautiful onsite celebra- tion. Families joined us for a well-attended potluck-style event filled with laughter, shared meals, and pride as we recognized each child’s accomplishments and readi- ness for their next adventure. A special highlight was the children joyfully singing “Boom De Yada,” celebrating the beauty of nature and the world around them. The celebration reflected the strong partnerships we build with families and the support- ive community that helps our children thrive.
St. Rita - Saint Cecilia - Saint Mary Catholic Churches As the days of summer begin to wane, think about cleaning out your closets and cupboards, in preparation for the return of the annual St. Cecilia Church Rummage sale! For a number of reasons, we needed to take a break last fall from hosting a rummage sale. But this year, we’re back and ready to go! As in years past, the Rummage Sale will be held over a two day period – Saturday October 24th and Sunday October 25th at the St. Cecilia Parish Hall, in Lagunitas. Free coffee for shoppers, and home-made baked goods by donation. Watch for more information in the coming weeks! Thinking about returning to your faith and reconnecting with other Catholics in your community? We welcome you back, to any of our three churches – St. Rita in Fairfax, St. Cecilia in Lagunitas and St. Mary in Nicasio – all part of our new ‘parish cluster’ of Valley Catholic Churches. For further information about mass times, please see our website: www.valley- catholicparishes.org
Now Enrolling! San Geronimo Childcare Center cur- rently has open spaces available for Pre-K-aged children. Our program offers a nurturing, play-based learning environment where children build confi- dence, friendships, and a love of learning through hands-on exploration and mean- ingful experiences. If you or someone you know is looking for a high-quality preschool program, we’d love to connect! Please contact us for more information or to schedule a tour.
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San Geronimo Valley Emergency Fund
Jazz on the Lawn Supports the Valley Emergency Fund
Join your neighbors on September 13 from 3-6 p.m. for Jazz on the Lawn, an annual community fundraiser benefiting the San Geronimo Valley Emergency Fund. The afternoon of live music and community connection will take place in Zoila’s backyard at 80 Meadow Way in San Geronimo, featuring music by Alex Markel, Lady D and Patty Hayes. The Emergency Fund provides emergency cash assistance to Valley residents facing unexpected financial challenges. Whether it’s an urgent bill, unexpected expense, or other crisis, this local fund offers a helping hand when community members need it most. Jazz on the Lawn makes this support possible. Each year, this gathering brings neighbors together to enjoy music while raising funds that help ensure the Emergency Fund is there when someone in our community needs assistance. Come enjoy an afternoon of jazz, connect with friends and neighbors, and help strengthen our community safety net. September 13 | 3-6 p.m. 80 Meadow Way, San Geronimo Bring your generosity and your love of community. Every contribution helps make a difference.
Woodacre Garden Club This summer we made improvements to the Railroad Avenue bus shelter. Generous donors purchased a new bench. Our volunteers assembled and installed the new bench, refreshed the gravel base, planted native manzanitas, painted the structure, and attached “racoon-proof” trash containers. WGC meets the first Saturday each month in the Oval Garden at Park St. and Railroad Ave. When you see us watering and pruning, stop by to say hello!
Photo L to R: Mary Brenner, Phil Sotter, Steve Evans, Sean Sullivan, and Sweetie. (Not pictured: Stephanie O’Brien, Gawain Jones, Carol and Steve Rebscher.)
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