Current Issue
Featured article:
- A Search and Rescue leader is the county’s Volunteer of the Year, page 1
Also in this issue:
- The Intern of the Year plans a career in law, page 1
- Fire lookout keeps watch over our community, page 3
- Multicultural library event enjoys support from 40 volunteers, page 3
Archived MarinfoNOW
Featured article:
- MarinShares volunteer’s enthusiasm fuels multiple roles, page 1
Also in this issue:
- The MarinShares & Marinterns annual report reflects the impact of 8,500-plus volunteers and interns. Find the link under Volunteer Notes and check department numbers, page 1
- Elections Ambassador interns host a town hall meeting for fellow teens and local elected leaders, page 2
- Financial Abuse Specialist Team volunteers warn against scams and promote financial health, page 3
Featured article:
- MarinShares volunteer focuses his attention and camera lens on fire training, page 1
Also in this issue:
- Marintern helps lead Homework Helpers tutors, page 1
Featured article:
- Student clarifies goals during audit internship, page 1
Also in this issue:
- Volunteer Spanish tutor gets appreciation, page 2
- Office of the County Executive internship encourages public service careers, page 3
Featured article:
- Father and son partners fly Air Patrol missions, page 1
Also in this issue:
- Russian-born volunteer never says no when asked to help, page 1
- Proposed Civic Center navigator role tested, page 2
- Cheers to successful FIRE Foundry interns, page 4
Featured article:
- International volunteer helps library and newsletter, page 1
Also in this issue:
- Book shelver finds community, page 1
- MarinfoNOW writer starts law career, page 4
Featured article:
- Marintern moves from writing to the law, page 1
Also in this issue:
- Marin mom finds a perfect fit with foster families, page 1
- Student ambassador delivers hundreds of voter registrations to the Elections Department, page 4
Featured article:
- Sheriff’s chaplain feels called to “something bigger,” page 1
Also in this issue:
- Volunteer helps reduce harm during fentanyl crisis, page 1
- Congrats to interns and volunteers marking a year or more of service, page 2
Featured article:
- Tour docent highlights Frank Lloyd Wright’s artistic vision, page 1
Also in this issue:
- Volunteer navigates mapping systems to help GIS team, page 1
- FIRE Foundry interns host educational game at Ember Stomp, page 3
- Join us for beautiful crafts, music, and art at the Marin County Employee Arts & Crafts Fair, November 19 & 20, Marin Civic Center cafeteria, page 1
Featured article:
- Volunteer shares skills in multiple roles, page 1
Also in this issue:
- Legal internship inspires career goals, page 1
- In its 10th year, the Career Explorers program celebrates youth, page 4
- Cheers to all MarinShares volunteers and Marinterns students with September anniversaries, led by participants with 42, 41, and 24 years of service, page 5
Featured article:
- Volunteer Team of the Year and Intern Team of the Year honored, page 1
Also in this issue:
- It’s a record: 69 years of public service at the Marin Civic Center, page 4
- Marin County Fair volunteer wins an award named after an outstanding former volunteer, page 1
Featured article:
- The Volunteer of the Year supports Air Patrol safety and success, page 1
Also in this issue:
- The Intern of the Year focuses on justice and mentoring, page 1
- Book Scouts volunteers and interns share the joy of reading and welcome new participants, page 2
- Student Elections Ambassador teens led a fun voting exercise at the Marin County Fair, page 3
Featured article:
- The Supervisor of Interns of the Year adds opportunities for youth, page 1
Also in this issue:
- The county’s top volunteer supervisor supports senior peer counselors, page 1
- Talented MarinShares photographer shares his skills, page 3
- Congrats to June anniversary folks, page 5, led by a Search & Rescue volunteer with 46 years of service
Featured article:
- Intern’s 5K run/walk aims to reduce stigma, page 1
Also in this issue:
- Two new attorneys gain courtroom experience, page 1
- Fire lookout volunteers prepare for fire season, page 3
- Anniversaries list reflects commitment and service, page 5
Featured article:
- Air Patrol captain brings expertise, page 1
Also in this issue:
- Epidemiology fellows add insight to public health projects, page 1
- Volunteers and interns make a positive difference, page 3
- Anniversaries list reflects years of dedication, page 4
Featured article:
- Student intern tutors—and starts a crochet club for crafters of all ages, page 1
Also in this issue:
- Intern empowers peers and learns about county government, page 1
- Sheriff Scardina welcomes new Mounted Posse volunteers, page 2
- The Sheriff’s Youth Academy produces a new cadet, page 5
Featured article:
- Marintern balances two internships, page 1
Also in this issue:
- MarinShares researcher tracks opioid overdoses via wastewater analysis, page 1
- Student Elections Ambassadors promote voting, page 3
- Youth volunteer chips in at library, page 4
Featured article:
- Marintern set sights on probation career, page 1
Also in this issue:
- MarinShares volunteer consults and leads tours, page 1
- Conversation Club members celebrate volunteerism, page 3
- Volunteers mark anniversaries of service, page 3
Featured article:
- Marintern works on legislative policy projects, page 1
Also in this issue:
- Search team volunteer shares experience and energy, page 1
- Volunteers deliver lifesaving training at San Quentin, page 3
- Catch MarinShares photographer's gallery exhibit, page 1
Featured Article:
- Marin native supports veterans, page 1
Also in This Issue:
- Volunteer puts eldercare residents first, page 1
- Who’s new? See page 2
- For anniversaries of service, see page 3
Featured Article: Aviation expert assists at airport, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- Former youth volunteer contributes to Search and Rescue efforts as an adult, page 1.
- History buff makes materials available to all, page 2.
- Student elections ambassadors go behind the scenes, page 3.
Read the September 2024 issue.
Featured Article: Chit Chat Club volunteer has fun with language learning, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- College intern focuses on transportation, page 1.
- Student helps seniors protect against scammers, page 3.
- Trained fire lookouts are volunteering at Mt. Tam and Mt. Barnabe, page 5.
Featured Article: Two MarinShares participants named to Volunteer of the Year honors, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- Volunteer Team of the Year: Meals on Wheels Assessors, page 1.
- Staff Supervisor of Volunteers of the Year is from Marin County Parks, page 3.
- Which tasty treat was voted best at the county fair — with help from Marinterns? See page 5.
Featured Article: Learn about two Interns of the Year, one who encourages good mental health and the other who supports justice, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- Student Elections Ambassador Liaisons take home the 2023-2024 Intern Team of the Year title, page 1.
- The outstanding Staff Supervisor of Interns provides meaningful learning experiences for legal interns, page 4.
- In the MarinShares & Marinterns 2022-2023 impact report you can see numbers by department and the grand totals — including a $10.2 million equivalent value for hours served by volunteers and unpaid interns. See Volunteer Notes, page 1.
Featured Article: FIRE Foundry intern practices leadership while exploring careers in fire service, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- Two high schoolers dedicated to the environment team up with Marin County Parks, page 1.
- Student Election Ambassadors encourage their peers to register to vote, see photo page 2.
- Bilingual intern learns about immigration law and aims for advanced degree, page 4.
Featured Article: Photographer’s portraits capture the essence of people in the homeless community, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- Student gains independent living skills through volunteering, page 1.
- CDC fellows volunteer to help county staff assess overdose-related wastewater monitoring, page 2.
- A one-semester service requirement segues into years of involvement for an enthusiastic student, page 3.
Featured Article: During springtime, a MarinShares wildflower docent loves introducing these fragile beauties to Marin County Open Space visitors, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- An intern with the Digital Marin project is creating connectivity across the county, page 1.
- A pre-law student gets an inside view of public defense while learning about its complexities, page 2.
- Did you know a MarinfoNOW photographer was instrumental in creating the first podcast? For the name of this Podcast Hall of Fame inductee, see Volunteer Notes, page 1.
Featured Article: Elections ambassador encourages younger students to get ready to vote, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- A volunteer guides neurodivergent students as they learn in county internships, page 1.
- Law clerk intern gains courtroom experience, page 3.
- Anniversaries of service, page 4, and new participants, page 5.
Featured Article: A photographer’s eye for light, shadow, and composition benefits MarinfoNOW, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- A high school student finds community while helping others, page 1.
- A Marin County Parks intern expands knowledge and gains experience, page 3.
- See February new participant names, page 3, and service anniversaries, page 4.
Featured Article: What does it take to be a probation officer? Two interns learn by doing, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- Volunteers with the Marin Master Gardeners program create popular videos for home gardeners, page 1.
- Passion for the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright inspires volunteer tour docent, page 3.
- See new participants’ names, page 3, and service anniversaries, page 5.
Featured Article: A Search & Rescue volunteer is on call 24/7, raises funds, and even had his dog certified to help the team, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- A retired RN teaches others how to save a life, page 1.
- Three health care experts volunteer to assess and connect with Meals on Wheels clients, page 3.
Featured Article: Seeds of Hope program volunteer knows what it’s like to be unhoused. Now she helps others in our community, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- Retired English teacher helps kids connect with their creative side as they write stories at the Point Reyes Library, page 1.
- Volunteer usher loves interacting with others while sharing her customer service skills at Marin Center events, page 3.
Featured Article: Sheriff’s Air Patrol Volunteer of the Year, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- High school senior connects with peers via library program, page 1.
- Energetic volunteer, 97, patrols open space preserves, page 3.
- Anniversaries of service, page 2, and Who’s New, page 4.
Read the September 2023 issue.
Featured Article: Eighth grader’s love of books leads to South Novato Library role, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- Senior Peer Counselor offers hope and comfort, page 1.
- Marin Medical Reserve Corps volunteers support Sidewalk CPR, page 3.
- Career Explorers celebrate successful internships, page 6.
Featured Article: Public health intern reduces overdose risks, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- Chaplain responds to first responders, page 1.
- Volunteer improves the look of the library, page 3.
- Career Explorers participate across the county organization, page 1.
- Anniversaries of service, page 2.
- New interns and volunteers, page 3.
Featured Article: Volunteer of the Year honors are shared by a couple who have removed tons of debris to keep a public pathway safe for bicyclists and walkers, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- Volunteer Team of the Year honors go to the Anne T. Kent California Room volunteers. Their diverse skills benefit library patrons in search of local history, page 1.
- The outstanding Staff Supervisor of Volunteers of the Year is Sheriff’s Lt. Pierre Ahuncain, who coordinates the 130-member Search and Rescue team, page 3.
- The 2021-2022 Annual Impact is out, see Volunteer Notes on page 1
- Dominican graduate learns the ins and outs of the criminal justice system, page 4.
- See Who’s New, page 5, and who has an anniversary this month, page 6.
Featured Article: Intern of the Year starts homework group and recognizes community volunteers, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- Intern Team of the Year members share their research on the history of housing restrictions in Marin with peers and the public, page 1.
- Supervisor of Interns of the Year works with interns and volunteers at the Fairfax Library, page 3.
- The county celebrates a current volunteer and former employee who has served 67 continuous years, page 5.
- See who has new roles, page 2, and who has anniversaries of service, page 4.
Featured Article: High school student strives to keep litter out of the bay, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- College student finds digital career path via internship, page 1.
- Conference attendee becomes a lead ambassador intern, page 2.
- Teen writer enjoys telling the stories of her peers, page 3.
- See who’s new, page 3, and who has anniversaries of service, page 4.
Featured Article: Volunteer shares love of language and culture, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- April is Volunteer and Student Intern Month in Marin, page 1.
- Local historian helps people research family roots, page 1.
- This month’s cartoon, page 2.
- A high school intern learns about making parklands beautiful, page 3.
- April anniversaries, led by a volunteer with 30 years of service, page 4.
Featured Article: Theater fan volunteers as a Marin Center usher, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- High school student learns about public service careers, page 1.
- Read about our “model” MarinfoNOW writer, page 3.
- See the Who’s New & Welcome list, page 3.
- Six Marin County Parks volunteers, each with 20-plus years of service, lead the anniversaries list, page 4.
Featured Article: Himalayan trek training leads to volunteer role on Mt. Tam, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- High school senior co-leads conference event-planning team, page 1.
- Former interns join County of Marin staff, page 1.
- Retired litigator shares expertise and learns new areas of the law, page 3.
- Law student meets the President, page 3.
- February anniversaries of service abound, led by an Air Patrol volunteer with an astonishing 44 years of service and two emergency radio operators with 26 and 21 years each. See the whole list, page 4.
Featured Article: Volunteer contributes design and typography expertise to MarinfoNOW newsletter, page 1.
Also in this Issue:
- Marin County Fire retiree delivers mail and supplies, page 1.
- Intern advocates for free homework program at library branches, page 2.
- Congrats to MarinShares volunteers with 20-plus years of service: Rich Carbine, a 41-year (!) emergency radio volunteer, Sheriff’s Office; Steven Post, a 29-year wildfire lookout, Marin County Fire; and Faith Brown, a 20-year steward, Marin County Parks. All anniversaries, page 3.
- Cartoon, page 6.