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M Is for More: An Essential Ingredients Table
A live M Is for More taping with Dr. Lisa Brent and Dr. Justin Mager, followed by an hour at the Table.
6–9 PM · Magic Theatre at Fort Mason, San Francisco
November 13, 2026Live Event · $35
M Is for More: Live — Petaluma
One letter. One shift. One evening that changes how you see what's possible. Join Justine Reichman, Dr. Lisa Brent, and Dr. Justin Mager for a live conversation you won't stop thinking about.
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Ross Valley Farm Walk
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The Farm Walk began on Palm Hill, bringing neighbors together to share what they grow. Want to bring that spirit to your neighborhood?
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Mommy, Mommy, Are We Lost?
Stories and shared experiences are part of a purposeful life, too. Celebrate Mommy, Mommy, Are We Lost?, written by Susan Grossman and Justine Reichman, at a launch party and fundraiser at Young Performers Theatre. The book inspired High Rollers, a musical.
October 16, 2026 · 6–9 PM
Young Performers Theatre, Fort Mason, San Francisco
A personal creative project · Hosted by Young Performers Theatre
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