Dr. Satsuki Ina will share her personal journey as a survivor of the WWII mass incarceration of Japanese Americans and her efforts to bring an understanding of trauma to support healing in her community.
In her memoir, The Poet and the Silk Girl, Satsuki Ina recovers the story of how her parents survived and resisted their incarceration in U.S. concentration camps during WWII. &nbsp;Drawing from diary entries, heart-wrenching haiku, censored letters, government documents, and clandestine messages, Ina shares the eyewitness dispatches of her newlywed parents Shizuko and Itaru Ina. &nbsp;Their words, interwoven with the upheaval of war and Ina’s own retrospective reflection, present an intimate view into the experiences of those whose lives were upended, by reason of race alone, by Executive Order 9066, a presidential edict that dispossessed an entire generation of Japanese people, including U.S. citizens, of their homes and livelihoods.
And the memoir also takes us to the current moment, where Satsuki, a psychotherapist and activist, connects her family’s WWII ordeal to the race and immigration stories unfolding today—from rising anti-Asian hate to the militarization of immigration enforcement.&nbsp;Registration is appreciated:&nbsp;<a href="https://townofsananselmolibrary.libcal.com/event/16796703" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">townofsananselmolibrary.libcal.com/event/16796703</a>

Local Event: Healing Community Trauma: The Japanese American WWII Story

Marin County

San Anselmo-Fairfax

California

Healing Community Trauma: The Japanese American...

Dr. Satsuki Ina will share her personal journey as a survivor of the WWII mass incarceration of Japanese Americans and her...

Healing Community Trauma: The Japanese American WWII Story

First Presbyterian Church

The community is invited to a quiet and contemplative Celtic SoulSong meditation at First Presbyterian Church of San Rafael at 1510 Fifth Ave, San Rafael on June 3 at 5:30 pm. The service will include soul soothing music, readings from Celtic poetry, silence and candle lighting. This is a program of the One World One Spirit contemplative spirituality program of First Presbyterian Church. The chapel is handicap accessible. 
<ul></ul>

Local Event: Join us for our SoulSong Meditative Service on Wednesday, June 3 at 5:30 pm

San Rafael

Join us for our SoulSong Meditative Service on...

The community is invited to a quiet and contemplative Celtic SoulSong meditation at First Presbyterian Church of San Rafael at...

Join us for our SoulSong Meditative Service on Wednesday, June 3 at 5:30 pm

First Presbyterian San Anselmo

Echo Chamber Orchestra will premiere a work inspired by nature, Brian S. Wilson's, "A Modal Menagerie
<ul><li>7 Animals from 7 Continents in 7 Modes." Also von Weber's brilliant</li></ul>
first clarinet concerto (Kyle Beard soloist); and Beethoven's Sixth "Pastoral" Symphony. Performance on June 13, 7:30 PM at First Presbyterian Church San Anselmo, 72 Kensington Road. Meet the artists at a wine and cheese reception. Admission $30. Designated accessible parking is available. The sanctuary, Fireside room and restrooms are all wheelchair accessible. Tickets are available online and at the door after 7:00 PM. Go to: https://www.echorchestra.com/june13

Local Event: In Nature

In Nature

Echo Chamber Orchestra will premiere a work inspired by nature, Brian S. Wilson's, "A Modal Menagerie
7 Animals from 7...

San Geronimo Valley Community Center

On Sunday June 21, 2026 the McQuilkin Family Music Hour returns to the San Geronimo Valley Community Center's Courtyard.
The Family Music Hour was created by Michael McQuilkin as a way to foster and continue the rich tradition of music in the San Geronimo Valley. The show is now in its FOURTEENTH year and continues to delight sold out crowds. All levels of performers are embraced and elevated by The Family Music Hour Band, creating an unforgettable experience.
Dinner at 4:00pm / ShowTime 6:00pm
This Show is OUTSIDE in our Courtyard, please dress accordingly.

Local Event: McQuilkin Family Music Hour

McQuilkin Family Music Hour

On Sunday June 21, 2026 the McQuilkin Family Music Hour returns to the San Geronimo Valley Community Center's Courtyard.
The...

Woodacre Improvement Club

The San Geronimo Valley Community Center is thrilled to announce the 4th Annual Valley Car Show, rolling into a brand-new location this year! Join us on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Woodacre Improvement Club for a full day of classic cars, community spirit, live music, and family fun.
This year’s show promises something for everyone. Enjoy live music from Wreckless Strangers, sip local craft beer from Fairfax Brew Co., and wines from JD Ranch and Vineyards. Delicious food vendors will be on site, along with Silver Shave Ice, a Family &amp; Kids Activity Zone, and more festivities throughout the day.
Car enthusiasts can look forward to an impressive lineup of vehicles competing for Sponsor Choice Awards, selected by our event sponsors, as well as the coveted Valley Community–Voted Best in Show Award.
<h3>Event Schedule</h3>
<ul><li>9:00–10:30 AM – Car Show Registrant Check-In<ul><li>Trailered cars must be unloaded at the show site. Trucks and trailers must be moved off-site TBD</li></ul></li><li>11:00 AM – Festivities Begin</li><li>11:30 AM – Live Music with Wreckless Strangers</li><li>1:00 PM – Sponsor Choice Awards</li><li>2:45 PM – Valley Community–Voted Best in Show Announcement</li><li>3:00 PM – Closing Parade along Railroad Avenue</li></ul>
Admission is FREE to the public, so bring your friends, family, and fellow car lovers for a lively day celebrating community, craftsmanship, and the art of the classic, vintage, antique and unique Car in the heart of the Valley.
There&nbsp;are amazing&nbsp;Sponsorship Opportunities&nbsp;available for you or your business. For more information on packages and benefits please contact Kerry Olivotti <a target="_blank" href="mailto:kolivotti@sgvcc.org">kolivotti@sgvcc.org</a> or find out more <a target="_blank" href="https://online.flippingbook.com/view/917862267/" rel="nofollow noopener">here.</a>

Local Event: 4th Annual Valley Car Show

4th Annual Valley Car Show

The San Geronimo Valley Community Center is thrilled to announce the 4th Annual Valley Car Show, rolling into a brand-new...

This summer, we are thrilled to celebrate Valley Games X, the tenth anniversary of this one-of-a-kind event that could only happen here in the San Geronimo Valley.
Part Olympics, part block party, and entirely Valley-style, the Valley Games have become one of the Community Center’s most beloved traditions — bringing together neighbors of all ages for a day of friendly competition, laughter, teamwork, and unforgettable community memories.
Held on Saturday, August 29, Valley Games X is a family-friendly event where Valley villages compete in Olympic-style games for glory across a wildly entertaining lineup of events, including Cornhole, Hacky Sack, Ping Pong, Chess, Baking, an Obstacle Course, Basketball Hot Spot, and more.
Representing villages from across the Valley, teams including the Lagunitas Lightning, Forest Knolls Trolls, San Geronimo Running Salmon, Woodacre Wild Turkeys, Nicasio Newts, and the Townies will come together for a full day of camaraderie, community spirit, and good-natured rivalry.
New to the Valley Games? It’s easy to join the fun. Teams are made up based on the village you live in — or identify with — so simply sign yourself or your family up, and we’ll place you on your village team the day of the event.As Valley Games X marks ten years of community fun, this year’s celebration also honors someone who has helped shape the spirit behind the event from the very beginning: the Community Center’s own Helen Ferlino. To top off the festivities, beloved Bay Area band New Monsoon will rock the Community Center Courtyard for an afternoon birthday celebration.
<hr>
Location : Lagunitas Middle School Campus
<ul><li>10am - Registration Opens - Middle School Amphitheater</li><li>10am - Pancake Breakfast begins - LOFT</li><li>11am - Opening Ceremonies &amp; Village Cheer Parade</li><li>11:30am - Games Begin</li><li>1:30pm - Games Close</li></ul>
Location: San Geronimo Valley Community Center Courtyard
<ul><li>1:45pm - Finale - Village Freeze Dance</li><li>2:00pm - Awards and Closing Ceremonies</li><li>3:00pm - New Monsoon plays in the Courtyard</li></ul>

Local Event: Valley Games X

Valley Games X

This summer, we are thrilled to celebrate Valley Games X, the tenth anniversary of this one-of-a-kind event that could only...

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

Events and Things to Do in San Anselmo-Fairfax, CA

Wednesday, June 3

Join us for our SoulSong Meditative Service on Wednesday, June 3 at 5:30 pm

JUN

3

5:30 AM

First Presbyterian Church, 1510 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, CA

Also around town...

Please confirm event details with the organizers before attending

Thursday, May 28

Wednesday, June 3

Saturday, June 13

Sunday, June 21

Saturday, July 18

Saturday, August 29