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Locations and Contact Info

Belvedere-Tiburon Library
1501 Tiburon Blvd.
Tiburon
415-789-2665

Bolinas Library
14 Wharf Road
Bolinas
415-868-1171

Book Passage
51 Tamal Vista Blvd.
Corte Madera
415-927-0960

Civic Center Library
3501 Civic Center Drive, 4th Floor
San Rafael
415-499-6058

Corte Madera Library
707 Meadowsweet Drive
Corte Madera
415-924-6444

Dominican University of California
50 Acacia Avenue
San Rafael
415-485-3202

Fairfax Library
2097 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.
Fairfax
415-457-5629

Falkirk Cultural Center
1408 Mission Avenue
San Rafael
415-485-3328

Larkspur Library
400 Magnolia Avenue
Larkspur
415-927-5005

Marin City Library
164 Donahue Street
Marin City
415-332-6159

Marin History Museum
1125 B Street
San Rafael
415-454-8538

Mill Valley Public Library
375 Throckmorton Avenue
Mill Valley
415-389-4292

Novato Library
1720 Novato Blvd.
Novato
415-898-4623

Pickleweed Library
50 Canal Street
San Rafael
415-485-3483

Point Reyes Station Library
11431 State Route One
Point Reyes Station
415-663-8375

San Anselmo Town Hall
Council Chambers
525 San Anselmo Avenue
San Anselmo
415-258-4600

San Anselmo Library
10 Tunstead Avenue
San Anselmo
415-258-4656

San Rafael City Council Chambers
1400 Fifth Avenue
San Rafael

San Rafael Library
1100 E Street
San Rafael
415-485-3323

South Novato Library
6 Hamilton Landing, Suite 140A
Novato
415-506-3164

Stinson Beach Library
3521 Shoreline Highway
Stinson Beach
415-868-0252

Many thanks to our community partners and sponsors for their support and contributions. All events and programs are free and open to the public, unless noted.

February 2010

ON-GOING: One Book One Marin Blog
Read with the Mill Valley Library as staff share their insight and interpretations of Michael Chabon’s novel. Questions and comments from the community are encouraged! http://mvdogearedpages.wordpress.com

Tuesday, February 2, 7:00 p.m.
Kick-off Celebration
Launch party to introduce the author and programming events.
Book Passage
51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera

Thursday, February 4, 4-6 p.m.
How to Draw Comics: A Workshop by Michael Scagilotti
Michael Scagliotti, an instructor at the Cartoon Art Museum of San Francisco, will be offering a two hour workshop just for TEENS, ages 12-18 years old. Learn how to draw a comic strip in this fun hands-on workshop.
Marin City Library 415-332-6159

Wednesday, February 10, 7:00 p.m.
The Supergirls: A Slide Show Presentation by Author Mike Madrid
The recently published book, The Supergirls: Fashion, Feminism, Fantasy, and the History of Comic Book Heroines by Mike Madrid, is a cultural history of female superheroes in American comic books. This one-hour presentation traces the evolution of these fantasy characters from the 1930s to the present day, and discusses how their roles, and personas often reflected the lives of American women in the “real world”. Touching on issues such as male/female relationships, empowerment, and heroines’ costumes, Mr. Madrid combines history with a touch of humor. This program will appeal to all audiences with an interest in comic books and cultural history.
Novato Library 415-897-1142

Tuesday, February 23, 7:00 p.m.
Kavalier and Clay: Between the Lines
Michael Chabon's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay, explores the early years of the American comic book, from the first superhero comics of the 1930s to the 1950s morality panic that nearly killed the industry. Andrew Farago, curator of the Cartoon Art Museum in San Francisco, discusses the real-life stories that inspired Chabon's novel. Comic-book artists moonlighting as stage magicians, superheroes with Houdini-like powers of escape, cartoonists battling Nazis in WWII, Superman suing Captain Marvel and the U.S. Senate taking on Batman...it all happened. Get to know the real people--and the real comics--behind Kavalier and Clay.

Andrew Farago is the Curator of San Francisco's Cartoon Art Museum. He has overseen more than 50 exhibitions of original cartoon and comic art, on subjects from political cartoons to superheroes to Disney animation. He has written for Marvel Comics, The Comics Journal, The Comics Reporter, Animation World Network, and is the author of the upcoming Looney Tunes Treasury from Palace Press.
Fairfax Library 415-457-5629

Thursday, February 25, 5:30-7:30 pm
How to Draw Comics: A Workshop by Michael Scagilotti
Michael Scagliotti, an instructor at the Cartoon Art Museum of San Francisco, will be offering a two hour workshop just for TEENS, ages 12-18 years old. Learn how to draw a comic strip in this fun hands-on workshop.
South Novato Library 415-506-3168

March 2010

Monday, March 1, 7:00 p.m.
Library Book Clubs
Several of the Library Book Clubs will hold discussions on this year’s book. These events are open to all interested readers.
Point Reyes Station Library 415-663-8375

Friday, March 5, 12 noon
The Supergirls: A Slide Show Presentation by Author Mike Madrid
The recently published book, The Supergirls: Fashion, Feminism, Fantasy, and the History of Comic Book Heroines by Mike Madrid, is a cultural history of female superheroes in American comic books. This one-hour presentation traces the evolution of these fantasy characters from the 1930s to the present day, and discusses how their roles, and personas often reflected the lives of American women in the “real world”. Touching on issues such as male/female relationships, empowerment, and heroines’ costumes, Mr. Madrid combines history with a touch of humor. This program will appeal to all audiences with an interest in comic books and cultural history.
Civic Center Library 415-499-6058

Tuesday, March 9, 7:30 p.m.
Digital Illustration, Storyboarding and Animation: A demonstration with Chris Rieser
Local graphic artist Chris Rieser, an Academy of Art University student and intern with San Anselmo Cartoonist and short film director Michale Jantze of “The Norm” will demonstrate his process to Tweens and Teens ages 10 and up. Parents welcome. Refreshments will be served.
San Anselmo Library 415-258-4656

Thursday, March 11, 7:00 p.m.
The Supergirls: A Slide Show Presentation by Author Mike Madrid
The recently published book, The Supergirls: Fashion, Feminism, Fantasy, and the History of Comic Book Heroines by Mike Madrid, is a cultural history of female superheroes in American comic books. This one-hour presentation traces the evolution of these fantasy characters from the 1930s to the present day, and discusses how their roles, and personas often reflected the lives of American women in the “real world”. Touching on issues such as male/female relationships, empowerment, and heroines’ costumes, Mr. Madrid combines history with a touch of humor. This program will appeal to all audiences with an interest in comic books and cultural history.
Fairfax Library 415-457-5629

Tuesday, March 16, 7:30 p.m.
Library Book Clubs
Several of the Library Book Clubs will hold discussions on this year’s book. These events are open to all interested readers.
San Anselmo Library 415-258-4656

Thursday, March 18, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
How to Draw Comics: A Workshop by Michael Scagilotti
Michael Scagliotti, an instructor at the Cartoon Art Museum of San Francisco, will be offering a two hour workshop just for TEENS, ages 12-18 years old. Learn how to draw a comic strip in this fun hands-on workshop.
Civic Center Library 415-924-6444

Thursday, March 18, 7:30 p.m.
The Supergirls: A Slide Show Presentation by Author Mike Madrid
The recently published book, The Supergirls: Fashion, Feminism, Fantasy, and the History of Comic Book Heroines by Mike Madrid, is a cultural history of female superheroes in American comic books. This one-hour presentation traces the evolution of these fantasy characters from the 1930s to the present day, and discusses how their roles, and personas often reflected the lives of American women in the “real world”. Touching on issues such as male/female relationships, empowerment, and heroines’ costumes, Mr. Madrid combines history with a touch of humor. This program will appeal to all audiences with an interest in comic books and cultural history.
Belvedere-Tiburon Library 415-789-2665

Thursday, March 25, 4:00 p.m.
Magician Gerald Joseph
Magician Gerald Joseph will dazzle and amaze all with magic, comedy and slight of hand tricks. Kids and parents enjoy his humor, skill and laughter. For ages 5 and up
Belvedere-Tiburon Library 415-789-2665

Friday, March 26, 4-6 p.m.
How to Draw Comics: A Workshop by Michael Scagilotti
Michael Scagliotti, an instructor at the Cartoon Art Museum of San Francisco, will be offering a two hour workshop just for TEENS, ages 12-18 years old. Learn how to draw a comic strip in this fun hands-on workshop.
Stinson Beach Library 415-868-0252

Wednesday, March 31, 7:00 p.m.
Library Book Clubs
Several of the Library Book Clubs will hold discussions on this year’s book. These events are open to all interested readers.
Larkspur Library 415-927-5005

April 2010

Wednesday, April 7, 7:00 p.m.
The Golem: Screening of the 1920 Silent Film Directed by Paul Wegener and Carl Boese
The ancient Hebrew legend of the Golem is one of the many themes in this year’s OBOM novel. This German expressionist silent film is generally considered to be the precursor to the American horror genre, and to have influenced the 1932 film, Frankenstein. 86 minutes
Belvedere-Tiburon Library 415-789-2665

Thursday, April 8, 12:00 p.m.
Book Group Discussion: Facilitated by Carol Benet, Ph.D.
Belvedere’s Carol Benet will lead this lively discussion of this year’s featured book. Benet has a Ph.D in Comparative Literature from U.C. Berkeley, where she won an outstanding teacher award.
Civic Center Library 415-499-6058

Thursday. April 8, 7:30 p.m.
Book Group Discussion: Facilitated by Carol Benet, Ph.D.
Belvedere’s Carol Benet will lead this lively discussion of this year’s featured book. Benet has a Ph.D in Comparative Literature from U.C. Berkeley, where she won an outstanding teacher award.
Belvedere-Tiburon Library 415-789-2665

Thursday, April 15, 7:00 p.m.
The Supergirls: A Slide Show Presentation by Author Mike Madrid
The recently published book, The Supergirls: Fashion, Feminism, Fantasy, and the History of Comic Book Heroines by Mike Madrid, is a cultural history of female superheroes in American comic books. This one-hour presentation traces the evolution of these fantasy characters from the 1930s to the present day, and discusses how their roles, and personas often reflected the lives of American women in the “real world”. Touching on issues such as male/female relationships, empowerment, and heroines’ costumes, Mr. Madrid combines history with a touch of humor. This program will appeal to all audiences with an interest in comic books and cultural history.
Corte Madera Library 415-924-6444

Thursday, April 15, 7:30 pm
Kavalier and Clay: Between the Lines
Michael Chabon's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay, explores the early years of the American comic book, from the first superhero comics of the 1930s to the 1950s morality panic that nearly killed the industry. Andrew Farago, curator of the Cartoon Art Museum in San Francisco, discusses the real-life stories that inspired Chabon's novel. Comic-book artists moonlighting as stage magicians, superheroes with Houdini-like powers of escape, cartoonists battling Nazis in WWII, Superman suing Captain Marvel and the U.S. Senate taking on Batman...it all happened. Get to know the real people--and the real comics--behind Kavalier and Clay.

Friday, April 16, 4-6 p.m.
How to Draw Comics: A Workshop by Michael Scagilotti
Michael Scagliotti, an instructor at the Cartoon Art Museum of San Francisco, will be offering a two hour workshop just for TEENS, ages 12-18 years old. Learn how to draw a comic strip in this fun hands-on workshop.
Pt. Reyes Station Library 415-663-8375

Saturday, April 17, 2:30 p.m.
Kavalier and Clay: Between the Lines
Michael Chabon's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay, explores the early years of the American comic book, from the first superhero comics of the 1930s to the 1950s morality panic that nearly killed the industry. Andrew Farago, curator of the Cartoon Art Museum in San Francisco, discusses the real-life stories that inspired Chabon's novel. Comic-book artists moonlighting as stage magicians, superheroes with Houdini-like powers of escape, cartoonists battling Nazis in WWII, Superman suing Captain Marvel and the U.S. Senate taking on Batman...it all happened. Get to know the real people--and the real comics--behind Kavalier and Clay.

Monday, April 19, 7:00 p.m.
Library Book Clubs
Several of the Library Book Clubs will hold discussions on this year’s book. These events are open to all interested readers.
Marin City Library 415-332-6159

Wednesday, April 28, 5:00 p.m.
VIP Reception
San Marco Art Gallery, Alemany Library
Dominican University of California
50 Acacia Avenue, San Rafael
By invitation only.

Wednesday, April 28, 7:00 p.m.
Michael Chabon & Michael Krasny In Conversation
Author Michael Chabon will join KQED Host Michael Krasny in a discussion of the novel at this special culmination event.
Angelico Hall
Dominican University of California
50 Acacia Avenue, San Rafael
Doors open at 6:00 p.m.