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Winter Holiday Camp, Marin Vegans and Marin's Biggest Little Store

From the Doodles Winter Holiday Camp to vegan drink ups and the hidden gem of Terra Linda, this is what you need to know for this week.

Winter Holiday Camp

If you don’t want the kids to destroy the house or go overboard on TV while school is out, check out the Winter Holiday Camp by Camp Doodles at Dominican University. Starting at 7:30a.m. and ending at 3p.m., there is a great lineup of activities, including Winter Charades and a Ginger Bread Hunt. Drop-ins are allowed and there is still room available for this week and next! Click here to sign up.


Business Parties and Toy Drives

Join the Rotary Club of Terra Linda for their Holiday Party at on Tuesday, Dec. 20. Delicious drinks and yummy snacks, all members and guests are welcome. Don’t forget to bring an unwrapped toy for donation into the Toys for Tots bucket. Tickets are $35. 7:30p.m.


Marin Vegans Drink Up

The Marin Vegan Drinks group is meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 21 at Come join other vegans and chat while trading tips on how to enjoy a meat and dairy free lifestyle. 6p.m.


The Real Deal Behind Elmo’s World

Parents and Muppet lovers alike wanting to have a rare “behind the puppet” look at Sesame Street’s beloved Elmo ought to check out Being Elmo: A Puppeter’s Journey. A sensation at the 2011 Mill Valley Film Festival, this documentary follows the story of one young man and his dream of working with Jim Henson. The film features interviews with Frank Oz, Cheryl Henson and others. ***A note to parents with young children - leave your toddlers at home for this flick to avoid spoiling the magic that is Elmo.*** Click here for movie times.


Marin’s Biggest Little Store

Been to lately? This hidden gem has the cheeses of Whole Foods, the ethnic selection of Mollie Stone’s and it’s right in Terra Linda. Family owned for over 50 years, this quality market has everything for the festive holiday season.

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