🌱 Patch AM: What tough questions is Larkspur’s mayor asking about your “green” power?

Good morning Larkspur! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• What tough questions is Larkspur's mayor asking about your "green" power?
• Which Redwood standouts powered rivalry wins in Larkspur this week?

Also on today's calendar: Bone Health & Aging: Building Strong Bones Now and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Partly sunny and cool, with a high of 72 and low of 57 degrees.
• Thursday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, temps: high: 73, low: 54.
• Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• MCE draft highlights concerns about 'power content label' (marinij.com) — Larkspur's mayor is pressing MCE for clearer answers on how much of its popular "light green" electricity plan actually comes from new clean power versus purchased renewable credits. Her questions, echoed by local environmental advocates, could influence how Larkspur and other Marin customers understand their true carbon impact and how MCE spends millions on green energy strategies.
   

• Preps of the week: Redwood secures a pair of rivalry wins against Tam (marinij.com) — Redwood High athletes delivered standout performances in several rivalry and tournament games, including football and water polo contests played right in Larkspur. From a statement win over Tam in football to strong showings in water polo and field hockey, local teams across Marin built momentum early in their seasons and highlighted individual stars to watch in coming weeks.
   

📸 Around Larkspur

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Larkspur

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday September 19
• Bone Health & Aging: Building Strong Bones Now →
  The Kove, Inside Northgate Mall, 5800 Northgate Dr, Suite 80 San Rafael, CA, 94903,
  11:00 am

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Other local events

Wednesday September 16
• Rustic Bakery Perfect Pairings Artisan Tasting Experience →
  Marin Country Mart, 2257 Larkspur Landing Cir, Larkspur
  11:00 am
Thursday September 17
• Tamiscal / San Andreas Back to School
  Tamalpais Union High Larkspur, CA 94977
  6:00 pm
• Larkspur Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting →
  400 Magnolia Avenue, Larkspur
  6:30 pm
Friday September 18
• Principal Coffee
  Adaline E. Kent Middle Greenbrae, CA 94904
  8:45 am
• Larkspur Library (Marin) →
  Larkspur Library, 400 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur
  10:00 am
Saturday September 19
• 20 Years of the MET in cinema - new MET season at the Lark →
  549 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur
  10:00 am
• Ariel Gordon Trunk Show →
  10:00 am
Sunday September 20
• Journey To Bliss: Yin, Yoga Nidra, Sound Bath →
  Citrine, 489 Magnolia Avenue, Larkspur
Friday September 25
• SAFETY LAST (1923) - MOVIE WITH LIVE ORCHESTRA - LARKSPUR →
  Larkspur CA
  7:00 pm
• The Sound and the Fury Fest →
  Peri's Tavern, 29 Broadway, Fairfax
  8:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Wednesday September 16
• Marin Senior Fair →
  Marin Center Exhibit Hall, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael
  9:00 am
• Give-back morning at China Camp →
  China Camp Ranger Station, 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael
  9:00 am
• The Art of Ecoprinting – with Tracy Flanagan →
  Mill Valley CA
  10:00 am
• Bilingual Spanish Storytime →
  Imagination Park, 541 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo
  10:30 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• In the middle is Mary we lost her three weeks today.
  She's missed with so many people. We love u Mary. (Nextdoor Larkspur Landing)

• Oak St. Health posted a job opening for Beauty Sales Consultant, Licensed in Larkspur. Apply here.
• Boudin posted a job opening for Cashier and Guest Service Representative in Corte Madera. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Larkspur here.

🗞 Nearby News

Corte Madera

• Thirdlove to Open First Pennsylvania Store at King of Prussia Mall (whatnow.com)
• Calif. county voters to decide on 8 paramedic service tax measures (ems1.com)
• Alex Snodgrass with Corporate Natalie (funcheap.com)

Mill Valley

• Photos: Marin observes California Biodiversity Day (marinij.com)
• Summer Retail Wrap: Surf Shop Owners on Sales and Standout Brands (shop-eat-surf-outdoor.com)
• 'We're all just Americans': Marin filmmaker brings powerful story to San Rafael (marinij.com)

San Rafael

• Man Shoots Self In Leg Pulling Gun From Backpack In San Rafael: Police (patch.com)

Ok Larkspur! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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