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Saturdays With Santa – Magical Season at Bon Air
DOWNLOAD PDFGather and Give tradition benefits SF-Marin Food Bank, Toys for Tots & Things for Teens; Pronzini Christmas Tree Lot celebrates 52 years at Bon Air
Who: Santa Claus arrives at noon at Santa’s Workshop aboard a shiny, red fire engine (courtesy of the Larkspur Fire Department) at Bon Air on the first three Saturdays of December to celebrate the season. Children of all ages and pets of all sizes are invited to whisper their wishes to the Man of the Season, pose for a free portrait with Santa, enjoy sidewalk specials, Santa’s elves, children’s activities and people and puppy treats.
What: In the spirit of the season, Bon Air invites visitors to Gather and Give, continuing its long-standing tradition of hosting a Holiday Food Drive with the SF-Marin Food Bank. Collection barrels for canned food are located throughout Bon Air. Tax-deductible “grab and give” grocery bags are available for purchase from Molly Stone’s, ranging from $18 – $22 per bag and discounted by 10%. Bon Air also supports the Larkspur Fire Department’s annual Toys for Tots and Things for Teens drive accepting new, unwrapped toys and gift cards for kids of all ages at a collection barrel near Santa’s Workshop.
Pronzini’s Christmas Tree lot celebrates its 52nd year at Bon Air, offering fragrant Christmas trees, wreaths, garland and more. Find them under the big oak in the west parking lot.
When: Saturday, December 7, 14 and 21, noon – 3 p.m.
- Santa Claus arrives at noon
- Pronzini’s Christmas Lot open November 28 – December 24; daily, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Where: Bon Air – just off Highway 101, on Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Greenbrae – adjacent to Mollie Stone’s Market
Bon Air Celebrates the Season with a Holiday Sip, Shop & Stroll
DOWNLOAD PDFCommunity Invited to December 5th Party
What: Bon Air shops and restaurants and the Larkspur Chamber of Commerce welcome the community to a festive holiday stroll and free evening of bubbles, small bites, trunk shows, shopping fun and Dickensian-dressed carolers. Shops will offer demos, holiday gift ideas, stocking stuffers and sidewalk specials along, brightly lit promenade beautifully decorated for the season.
When: Thursday, December 5, 5-7 p.m.
Admission: Free
Where: Bon Air – Just off Highway 101, on Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Greenbrae
Bon Air’s Trick or Treat So Others Can Eat Halloween Bash Launches Holiday Food Drive, October 26th
DOWNLOAD PDFWhat: Trick-or-Treat So Others Can Eat Food Drive begins Saturday, October 26th. Bon Air welcomes costumed kids, families and pets to its annual Halloween Bash. Guests can kick off the annual Bon Air holiday food drive by bringing canned foods to fill the SF-Marin Food Drive bins located throughout the center in exchange for a trick-or-treat bag. Then trick-or-treat at Bon Air’s shops and restaurants. Enjoy pumpkin decorating at Bank of Marin, face painting and balloon twisting. Pets are invited to pose for free caricatures to capture their individual style and panache. Join the pet costume parade and contest at 1 p.m. at Woodlands Pet Food & Treats.
When: Halloween Bash – October 26, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Pet Parade – 1p.m.
Admission: Free
Where: Bon Air – Just off Highway 101, on Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Greenbrae
Annual Bon Air Invitational Car Show
DOWNLOAD PDFMore Than 100 Pristine Vintage Cars, Music, Food and Fun for the Entire Family
Saturday, October 12
What: The Bon Air Invitational Car Show celebrates vintage American cars with this free, daylong festival showcasing more than 100 vintage American vehicles – classic coupes, roadsters, trucks, family and muscle cars from Chevy, Ford, Cadillac, Pontiac, LaSalle, Mercury and more. Each car, some decked out with historic trinkets and gadgets, is in pristine condition thanks to decades of meticulous care and maintenance. Meet vehicle owners and swap car stories; go back in time with these amazing autos and trucks from the past 100 years! Music, food and sidewalk specials provide fun for the whole family.
Featured vehicles: a 1953 Chrysler Newport shown by its original owner, a 1922 Stutz Fire Engine and a 1912 Hudson #33 Speedster.
When: Saturday, October 12, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Admission: Free
Where: The Car Show takes place in the west end of Bon Air’s expansive parking lot under the towering oak tree.
New Boutique – Revente – Opens at Bon Air
DOWNLOAD PDFGreenbrae, CA (June 26, 2019) – Bon Air welcomes Revente, a pop-up boutique of curated contemporary women’s fashions, vintage finds and cool gifts. Inspired by the French word for resale and founded by Marin resident Marian McNaughton, Revente’s mission is to provide an exceptional shopping experience for style-savvy consumers. Out of a true passion for finding style within a budget but frustrated with the existing resale model, Marian created Revente to reimagine the resale shopping experience.
Marian grew up in several Asian cities in addition to New York City and Paris and spent years with some of the top New York City retailers, including Bergdorf Goodman. Inspired by her travels and with her discerning eye, Revente features on-trend as well as timeless pieces, including clothing, shoes and handbags. The décor at this Bon Air shop is breezy, the ambiance inviting, and the merchandise is carefully edited by this fashion industry veteran. “I’ve always been a big fan of Bon Air,” said Marian, “so I was thrilled when the perfect spot opened up. The community has been so welcoming.”
Revente also offers wardrobing services to further enhance the “reimagined” experience. Personal wardrobe consulting, closet makeovers, and VIP hours will bring a more customized fashion experience to clients. Revente offers the modern conveniences of shopping, including e-commerce, a loyalty program, events, and an effort to showcase local designers.
Revente is open Monday – Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and located at 160 Bon Air Center, (628) 240-3748, www.reventeboutique.com.
Roadrunner Burrito Under New Ownership
DOWNLOAD PDFLong-time Marin Restaurateurs Purchase Marin County Favorite
Greenbrae, CA (May 30, 2019) – RoadRunner Burrito, a long-time Bon Air favorite, has new ownership – Marin restaurateurs Annette and Gerner Andresen purchased the restaurant earlier this year. The Andresens, San Rafael residents, own and operate the Lighthouse Café restaurants in Sausalito and Corte Madera and The Lighthouse Bar & Grill in Mill Valley. Adding to the synergy of their purchase, several long-time Roadrunner Burrito employees already work at the Andresen’s other restaurants. When Roadrunner Burrito’s original owner decided to retire last year, they immediately contacted Annette and Gerner, knowing that RoadRunner was a natural addition to their restaurant group.
“We’re so pleased to be part of the Bon Air family,” said Gerner. “Annette and I often wished we could have a restaurant here, so this is a dream come true.”
The Andresens plan on staying true to the roots of this favorite Bon Air Mexican restaurant. They are refreshing the restaurant’s interior and adding new menu items. Plans are underway for a new, house-made salsa bar, expanded breakfast menu and daily specials.
Roadrunner Burrito is open 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Sunday.
Bon Air Welcomes the 26th Annual MGs by the Bay Car Show
DOWNLOAD PDFWhat: Visit Bon Air to see a beautiful collection of classic MGs and Metropolitan cars from another era. The 26th Annual MG Owners Club of Northern California’s MGs by the Bay car show comes to Bon Air with dozens of classic cars from all over Northern California. Some have been driven daily and others rarely seen, lovingly restored and carefully customized. Meet vehicle owners and swap car stories. At the west end of the parking lot, under the large oak tree.
When: Saturday, June 8, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Admission: Free
Where: 26th Annual MGs by the Bay takes place in the west end of Bon Air’s parking lot under the large oak tree.
About the MG Owners Club of Northern California: The MG Owners Club, formed in 1957, is the Northern California Centre of the MG Car Club formed in England in 1930.
Summer Wednesdays Music Time for Little Ones at Bon Air
DOWNLOAD PDFWhat: Bon Air invites little ones and their caregivers to free Summer Wednesday Music Time with Ms. Dani – a fun, silly hour of singing, dancing and wiggling, with children playing percussion instruments, improvising and rhyming. Designed for preschoolers.
When: Wednesday afternoons, 2:30 – 3:15 p.m.
June 19 and 26; July 10,17, 25 and 31; August 7
Admission: Free
Where: Under the Bon Air tent next to the Little House playground at the west end of the center.
Bon Air’s Thirsty Third Thursdays
DOWNLOAD PDFWhat: Jumpstart the weekend with Thirsty Third Thursdays of summer – free, family-friendly evenings of craft beer tasting, live bluegrass, kid-friendly beverages and activities at Bon Air to benefit Wildcare and music partner Bread & Roses. Ambassador animals will make special appearances and donations are encouraged. Delicious box dinners are available for purchase from many of Bon Air’s popular restaurants. Drink, dine and dance al fresco on these beautiful summer evenings.
Admission: Free. Box dinners available for purchase.
When: Thursday, June 20, 5-7 p.m.
Thursday, July 18, 5-7 p.m.
Thursday, August 15, 5-7 p.m.
Who: Thursday, June 20 – craft beer by Seismic Brewing; live blue grass from Bloomfield Bluegrass Band
Thursday, July 18 craft beer by East Brother Beer Company; live blue grass from Festival Speed Bluegrass
Thursday, August 15 – craft beer by Eel River Brewing Co.; live blue grass from Lucky Drive Bluegrass Trio
Where: On the Promenade adjacent to the fire pit with comfy Adirondack chairs, market tables and chairs shaded by umbrellas, water features, children’s play area and nearby bocce.
About Wildcare: Headquartered in San Rafael, WildCare’s mission is to advocate for wildlife for a sustainable world, pursuing this mission through nature education, wildlife medicine, advocacy and community outreach. Through partnerships with schools, collaborations with other organizations, educational programs and activities, internships and volunteer opportunities, they make a positive difference in the community.
About Bread & Roses: Bread & Roses Presents is a nonprofit arts organization with a human services mission that brings hope, healing and joy through live music and the performing arts to people who are disadvantaged, marginalized, or otherwise isolated in diverse institutional settings in the San Francisco Bay Area. They produce over 600 concerts a year for youth, adults and seniors who need uplifting most.
Bon Air Blooms in May with Three Community Events
DOWNLOAD PDFCommunity Heritage & History Day: Celebrate the vibrant history of Kentfield, Greenbrae and Marin County with this free, festive outdoor community event, Saturday May 4, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., along Bon Air’s promenade. The day showcases more than 40 service organizations and includes live music, hands-on children’s activities, small bites and beverages, Woodland’s Pet Food & Treats pet adoptions and more. Presented by the Kentfield/Greenbrae Historical Society (KGHS) and Bon Air, this fun-filled, annual event brings together community and civic organizations, schools and scouts, among others, to share the extraordinary services and programs they provide for Marin. Local school projects will be on display, KGHS will screen “Marin Nostalgia” slide show and “Visions of Marin: George Demont Otis, American Impressionist,” guests can talk with local elected officials about their dreams and desires for Marin County and the Kentfield Fire Department features their newest and oldest fire engines. Box lunches will be available for sale from Bon Air restaurants, to be enjoyed at charming tables shaded with umbrellas, near the lovely water features or in comfy, fireside Adirondack chairs.
Marin Rose Society’s Annual Rose & Photography Show: A beautiful, fragrant exhibit of more than 41 categories of expertly grown roses will be on display to the public, May 11, 11a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The public can enter roses and rose photography from 7-10 a.m. The show opens at 11 a.m. with speakers, demonstrations and displays. American Rose Society certified judges will award honors to rose entries. Eleven awards are given for photography. The annual, one-day-only event takes place at the northwest end of Bon Air, adjacent to Wells Fargo Bank. It offers educational opportunities for aspiring and expert gardeners.
Just in time for Mother’s Day, the family-friendly event features a children’s table where volunteers will assist kids of all ages in creating a beautiful bouquet for Mom at no cost. At 3 p.m., after judging is complete, cut roses are available for purchase at $1 each, with 100% of the proceeds benefitting the Center for Domestic Peace.
Spring Fair: Bon Air blooms during its annual Spring Fair & Market, a free, family-friendly day of fun along the promenade, Saturday, May 18, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Enjoy locally grown and produced snacks, sips and desserts, chef demonstrations, live music, sidewalk sales and specials, prizes, giveaways, children’s entertainment and more. Meet the people behind the products from nearby farms, food producers and businesses. More than 70 food and beverage purveyors, curated by Mollie Stone’s Markets, will share delicious bites and refreshing beverages.
TomatoPalooza
DOWNLOAD PDFWhat: Calling all tomato fans and gardeners! The annual Tomato Market at Bon Air features a curated selection of 2,500 tomato starts from the UC Cooperative Extension Master Gardener program. Nine heirloom and eight hybrid tomato varieties have been selected for their exceptional taste, superior growth habits, disease resistance and performance in Marin’s microclimates. Grown from seed by Marin Master Gardeners at San Rafael’s Falkirk greenhouse, the ready-to-plant tomato starts are $4 each. Tomato experts and Marin Master Gardeners will be on-hand to answer questions and offer Marin-specific watering and growing tips. The tomato starts go quickly, so early arrival is recommended.
Tomato selection:
- New Offerings: Blush Cherry, Black Beauty, Green Giant, Pineapple, Japanese Trifele, Jetsetter, Russian Big Roma
- A Rainbow of Cherries: Blush Cherry, Chocolate Cherry, Rapunzel, Sun Gold and Sweet 100.
- Coastal/Cool Weather Varieties: Black & Brown Boar, Blush Cherry, Chocolate Cherry, Carmello, Early Girl, Japanese Black Trifele, Jaune Flamme, Jetsetter, Oaxacan Jewel, Paul Robeson, Sun Gold and Sweet 100.
- Container Varieties: Carmello, Blush Cherry, Cherokee Purple, Jetsetter, Chocolate Cherry, Early Girl, Jaune Flamme, Sun Gold and Sweet 100.
- Beefsteak Tomatoes: Black Beauty, Brandywine, Carmello, Chef’s Choice Orange, Early Girl, Cherokee Purple, Green Giant, Oaxacan Jewel and Paul Robeson.
When: Saturday, April 27, 9 a.m. until sold out.
Admission: Free
Where: Along the western end of the promenade near Wells Fargo Bank.
Easter Bunny Hippity Hops into Bon Air
DOWNLOAD PDFWhat: Families and friends are invited to hop into Bon Air for an Easter celebration. Put on free floppy Bunny ears and pose for a complimentary framed instant photograph with the Easter Bunny in its sweetly decorated Bunny Burrow. Free balloons for all children. Merchants and restaurants will offer demos and sidewalk specials. Time for a new kitten or puppy? Woodland’s Pet Food & Treats will be hosting a pet adoption fair.
When: Saturday, April 20, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Look for the Bunny Burrow in front of Mollie Stone’s Market, just off Highway 101 on Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Greenbrae. For more information, visit www.bonair.com, or call (415) 461-0200.
Row Like There’s No TomorRow - 27th Annual Ergathon
DOWNLOAD PDFWhat: Bon Air hosts the 27th annual Marin Rowing Ergathon, a 24-hour marathon of rowing to nowhere that raises funds to benefit Marin Rowing’s Youth Programs. The community is invited to cheer on the teams, especially in the wee hours, as they smash time and fundraising records and row like there is no tomorRow!
Who: More than 160 enthusiastic junior rowers “erg” competitively over a 24 hour period.
When: Saturday, February 2nd, Noon to Noon Sunday, February 3rd
Where: Bon Air, Greenbrae. Look for the rowing machines in front of Mollie Stone’s Market, just off Highway 101 on Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Greenbrae.
Bon Air Celebrates the Season with a Holiday Sip, Shop & Stroll
DOWNLOAD PDFCommunity invited to December 6 Party
What: Bon Air shops and restaurants and the Larkspur Chamber of Commerce welcome the community to a festive holiday stroll and free evening of bubbles, small bites, trunk shows, shopping fun and Dickensian-dressed carolers. Merchants will offer demos, holiday gift ideas, stocking stuffers and sidewalk specials along, brightly lit promenade beautifully decorated for the season.
When: Thursday, December 6, 5-7 p.m.
Admission: Free
Where: Bon Air – Just off Highway 101, on Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Greenbrae
Saturdays With Santa – Magical Season at Bon Air
DOWNLOAD PDFSupport Gather and Give tradition benefitting SF-Marin Food Bank and Toys for Tots; Pronzini Christmas Tree Lot celebrates 51 years at Bon Air
Who: Santa Claus arrives at noon at Santa’s Workshop aboard a shiny, red fire engine (courtesy of the Larkspur Fire Department) at Bon Air on the first three Saturdays of December to celebrate the season. Children of all ages and pets of all sizes are invited to whisper their wishes to the Man of the Season, pose for a free portrait with Santa (courtesy Bon Air), enjoy sidewalk specials, Santa’s elves, children’s activities and people and puppy treats.
What: In the spirit of the season, Bon Air invites visitors to Gather and Give, continuing its long-standing tradition of hosting a Holiday Food Drive with the SF-Marin Food Bank. Collection barrels for canned food are located throughout Bon Air. Tax-deductible “grab and give” grocery bags are available for purchase from Molly Stone’s, ranging from $18 – $22 per bag and discounted by 10%. Bon Air also supports the Larkspur Fire Department’s annual Toys for Tots Drive, accepting new, unwrapped toys for kids of all ages in a collection barrel near Santa’s Workshop.
Pronzini’s Christmas Tree lot celebrates its 51st year at Bon Air, offering fragrant Christmas trees, wreaths, garland and more. Find them under the big oak in the west parking lot.
When: Saturday, December 1, 8 and 15, noon – 3 p.m.
• Santa Claus arrives at noon
• Pronzini’s Christmas Lot open November 24 – December 24; daily, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Seventh Annual Marin Drive Electric Week
DOWNLOAD PDFTest Drive Electric Cars at Bon Air – Saturday, September 15
What: Take an electric vehicle out for a spin and learn about the many benefits of gas-free transportation at the 7th Annual Marin Drive Electric Week. Presented by The Golden Gate Electric Vehicle Association and Bon Air, the test drive extravaganza celebrates ‘Drive Electric Week,’ September 8-16. In addition to test drives, guests learn about the fun, quiet, clean-air benefits, cost-savings and tax credits of electric cars. An electric vehicle information booth provides details about replacing gas vehicles with zippy electric transportation and opportunities to talk with current electric vehicle owners. Specials, samples, raffles and giveaways from Bon Air merchants; fun, food and prizes for the whole family.
Who: More than 13 different electric car models.
When: Saturday, September 15, 10a.m. – 3:30p.m.
Where: In the parking lot along Sir Francis Drake Blvd., between Patxi’s Pizza and Jamba Juice
Admission: Free
For a complete list of National Drive Electric Week events: driveelectricweek.org. National Drive Electric Week is presented by Plug In America, Sierra Club, and Electric Auto Association. Sponsors include: Transportation Authority of Marin Measure B Vehicle Registration Fee, PG&E, MCE Clean Energy and Nissan LEAF.
