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/

Hers and His "Talks from the Essex Hotel"

This week, I was honored to be invited for a conversation on the podcast, "Talks from the Essex Hotel" baaed in San Anselmo: 

https://youtu.be/OgxTBEwVJZ8?si=0iSv-6Cwu_a2LQTD

The previous week, Arne was a guest, while I went to pick up an autoharp tuning wrench at Amazing Grace and then spent about an hour petting kittens at the Pet Cottage. Arne's episode can be found here: 

https://youtu.be/TmiDU1sA3Zw?si=-4lKl7UDifrLlci5

Saturday Recap, Thursday, Creative Conversations in San Rafael

https://marimackmusic.blogspot.com/2026/04/saturday-recap-thursday-creative.html