Ups and Downs

Hey Everybody! 

Please bear with me if I repeat myself. There is more good than bad in this world, it's just that the bad gets more press. 

Just because I don't repeat the bad news does not imply that I'm not paying attention, so please feel free to ask my any questions. I'll do my best to steer you in the correct direction. 

Anyway, no music gigs this week, but there are some spaces available at Mark Drive Studios, so if you know of someone looking for a quiet art creation space in central San Rafael, please have them contact me at 415-789-6274 and leave a message. When I call you back, it might show up as "spam,"  so take note. 

Here's some good news: 

Did you hear about the hot air balloon that had an emergency landing in someone's small backyard in Temecula? Cool looking balloon! Kudos to the pilot, who managed to avoid power lines and trees while landing, then navigating up and over the house,  relocating into the quiet street...and no one got hurt. 

Here's the video. Warning, the videographer says "wow" a lot...who can 

https://youtu.be/cQFJYUuw_jo?si=vgS1yu_wQtJx0D0b

Hope you have the best week possible. 

Ox, 

Mari 

p.s. Someone asked me "Why did you use the title 'hers and his...' in your post about the podcasts?"  It's simple: alphabetical order. 

All You Need Is Love

https://youtu.be/_7xMfIp-irg?si=QlUjYsMsZ-p9zf-7

Creative Conversations in San Rafael. 4/16/26, 4 - 7 pm

In conjunction with the statewide "April is Arts Advocacy Month" initiative, a few of us currently working out of Mark Drive Studios are presenting "Creative Conversations" - 

4 - 7 pm 

- which leaves plenty of time to go see some live music!

Mark Drive Studios is located at 7 - 11 Mark Drive 

(Formerly known as Smith Ranch Studios) 

Shannon Meadows will discuss social activism and art 

Bill Russell will discuss narrative visual storytelling 

Mari Tamburo will speak about music's past present and future trends, AI vs. + Human, streaming and DIY, social media tips 

From the website: 

Mark Drive Studios is a collective of visionary artists dedicated to pushing the boundaries of creativity. Founded on a passion for art and community, they strive to create a space where artists can thrive..." 

“In these chaotic times, creating joy through artistic expression is an act of power.” - Mari Tamburo

Thanks to Marin Cultural Association for the incentive and opportunity to participate in this statewide initiative. 

Learn more about the studio at https://markdrivestudios.com

If you do facebook, here is the event link: 

https://www.facebook.com/events/817173977494220/