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Cookie magazine This week I share a book that may help children understand the prospect of a new baby entering their home, in a sweet and humorous way.  Also fun homemade ways to brighten up children’s room by using alternatives to traditional mobiles. Don’t forget that ‘Studio4Art’ in Novato are offering a   10% discount   when signing up for any of classes during January when you mention ‘The Marin Scoop’! Check out their website;  www.studio4art.net/ Weekend Events Saturday January 22 nd Marin Country Mart from 9.00 am – 2.00 pm, 2257 C Larkspur landing Circle, Larkspur. Marinwood Community Farmer’s Market from 9.00 – 2.00 am, Marinwood Plaza, San Rafael. As the weather has improved check out the local farmers markets at Marinwood and Larkspur on Saturday mornings. There are pony rides adjacent to the market at Larkspur, and live guitar and harmonica music at Marinwood provided by Danny Newman. Sunday January 23 rd ‘ Breakfast with Enzo’ shows at 10.00 am & 11...

Living etc Add spice to your day by visiting a great new Indian restaurant that has just opened in Novato.  This weekend check out the Garden Railway at the Conservatory of Flowers and the opening of the Bay Area's only private children’s library.   I also offer ideas on how to turn areas of your home into stylish reading corners for your children. Weekend Events Saturday January 22 nd ‘Open House at Pratum Children’s Library’ from 10.00 – 6.00 pm, Marin Art & Garden Center, 30 Sir Frances Drake Blvd, Ross;  http://www.pratumliteracy.com/ The opening of the Bay Area’s only private children’s library The Pratum Children’s Library is located in the center of the MAGC next to the rose garden. The public is invited to come and browse their large children’s book collection and 3,000 volumes on education and parenting. Todd Pratum will be giving an introductory talk about the importance of books and literacy for children at noon and 3.00 pm each day. ‘Chinyakara E...

Be sure to check out two new classes added to Fridays in the Weekly Calendar which are an arts and crafts class in San Rafael and an Introduction to Ballet class that begins in Fairfax.  The art classes at ‘Studio4Art’ in Novato are up and running for the new year and they are offering a 10% discount when signing up for any of classes during January when you mention ‘The Marin Scoop’! Check out their website;  www.studio4art.net/ I am also introducing a new home deco & style section to the blog this week which will cover decoration ideas for your child’s room and other areas of the home, and inspirational ideas for parties and entertaining. It is called 'A Cup of Chic'. I would love your feedback! Weekend Events Friday January 14 th 'Jump ‘n’ Bounce Date Night’, from 5.00 – 10.00 pm, Jump ‘n’ Bounce, 718 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo, $ 10-15 an hour, call 415 459 8978 for details; Drop off the kids at the bounce indoor space for arts and crafts, face painting and ...