January 2026 Golden Gate Village Newsletter

January 7, 2026

Golden Gate Village

429 Drake Avenue • Marin City, CA 94965 • 415-332-1913

Holiday Light Spectacular!

Holiday Light Spectacular

Experience the wonder of winter like never before at the Holiday Light Spectacular! Your family, friends, and loved ones will enjoy a magical evening filled with dazzling light displays, twinkling pathways, great photo ops, and joyful surprises around every corner. 


This is a free event.


4:00pm to 9:00pm daily, rain or shine, until January 4, 2026


Marin County Civic Center will feature nightly:

  • Illuminated North, South and Middle Arches.
  • An illuminated 4th Floor Dome at Marin County Free Library. Visit during business hours, 9am-6pm. Monday - Friday.

Repair Fair Is Coming Up!

Zero Waste Marin is working with non-profit Reuse Alliance to bring their free Repair Fairs to Marin County! In 2025, Zero Waste Marin worked with Reuse Alliance to host 10 Repair Fairs across all of Marin County. More are coming up! 


What is a Repair Fair? 


Repair Fairs are free events where community members can bring an item (lamp, bike, clothes, small appliances, etc.) for free repair. Rather than leaving and retuning later to pick up their item, attendees sit with a Repair Coach who explains their approach to fixing the item. The Coach and attendee work collaboratively to try to fix the item. Repair Fairs keep useful items out of the landfill and spread knowledge and love of reuse and repair!

How Do I Register an Item to Be Fixed?

Happy New Year

Pre-register the items that you would like to have fixed at the Repair Fair; you can do so by finding the event you want to attend at: www.reusealliance.org/rf-reg.


Forget to pre-register? They also take walk-ins!


WHEN: Saturday, January 10th, 2026, 1pm – 4pm

WHERE: San Rafael Community Center, 618 B St, San Rafael

All MHA Offices Will Be Closed on January 19.

The campaign for a federal holiday in King’s honor began soon after his assassination in 1968. President Reagan signed the holiday into law in 1983, and it was first observed three years later on January 20, 1986. Official observance in each state’s law as well as federal law occurred in 2000.

Protect Your Privacy Online

Data Privacy Day on Jan. 28 reminds us how important it is to keep our personal information secure, especially in this digital age. Use these tips to protect your data online:


  • On all your devices, keep apps and software up-to-date.
  • Use long, unique passwords for different accounts. Change them occasionally, or whenever there’s a security breach.
  • Enable multi-factor authentication for important accounts like banking and social media.
  • Turn off location and activity tracking on mobile apps, and regularly clear cookies on your browser. 

Pest Control: How We Work Together

At GGV, keeping our homes comfortable and pest-free is a shared effort. We partner with a licensed pest control vendor to provide regular inspections and treatment when needed—and your cooperation makes a big difference.


What to Expect


Pest control visits are scheduled throughout the month. A 24-hour Notice of Entry will be posted before service. If you are not home, staff and the pest control vendor may still enter to complete the treatment.


How to Prepare Your Unit


To help treatments be effective, please remember to:


  • Unlock any exterior screen doors on service days or provide the 429 Drake Office with a copy of your gate key
  • Secure pets during the visit
  • Clear access under sinks, near stoves, refrigerators, and along walls


If the vendor cannot access your unit, service may need to be rescheduled.


How to Request Pest Control


If you notice pest activity or would like to request service:

Call or stop by the Golden Gate Village Office during posted business hours (429 Drake Ave): (415) 332-1913, or Call the Maintenance Line: (415) 390-2094 


Early reporting helps us address issues quickly and prevent them from spreading.

GGV Office Hours & Phone Numbers

Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Closed: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.


Friday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

By Appointment Only

Family Self-Sufficiency Program (FSS) Highlights

Last month, two FSS participants graduated with more than $80,000 in savings and received their well-earned escrow checks!


Learn how the FSS Program can support you in:


  • Getting back in track with your career, educational and personal goals
  • Finding employment that can lead to self-sufficiency
  • Become more economically independent
  • SAVE money by just being employed and paying your rent on time! 

GGV Holiday Party Was a Success!

GGV Holiday Party

The event was joyful and well-attended. A raffle was held; gift cards and toys were given away! Even the Grinch made a special appearance!


The Learning Bus, Marin City Library, and the Bay Area Discovery Museum were present and offered a lot of activities for the children who were in attendance.


Special thanks to all the organizations that contributed:

  • Our Sisters Keeper
  • Youth Experience Sponsorship
  • LIME Foundation
  • GRIOT Theater
  • Burbank Housing
  • The Learning Bus
  • Marin City Library
  • Bay Area Discovery Museum
  • Women Helping All People
  • Sheriff Department
  • ROOTs
  • Tradeswomen, Inc.

GRIOT Theater - January 24-26 - Second Annual Griothon Festival

Empowering the next generation of artists!


Immerse yourself in a day of dynamic arts, culture, and education at the Second Annual Griothon Festival!


This multi day event invites high school students to participate in transformative workshops and thought-provoking discussions led by acclaimed Bay Area artists of color. The day concludes with a spectacular evening of performances, showcasing the next generation of creative talent. 


Contact information: stayconnected@griottheatercompany.org




LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES

MONDAY

10:30-12:00


ST. ANDREWS CHURCH

101 DONAHUE ST.


For More Information: 415.332.1011

THURSDAY

1:00-3:00


PEOPLES INNER CITY CHURCH

639 DRAKE AVE


For More Information: 415.332.5305

SATURDAY

8:30-9:30


CORNERSTONE CHURCH

626 DRAKE AVE


For More Information: 415.332.4295

SUNDAY

Following Service


PEOPLES INNER CITY CHURCH

639 DRAKE AVE


For More Information: 415.332.5305

Need access to food? Local food pantries are here to help.


HELP WITH READING - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS



Thursdays at 5pm at the Community Center: help for 4th and 5th graders who need a little help with reading!

Need Help With Rent or Utility Bills?

Support is available! GGV Community Service Center


We have resources and programs that may be able to help you.


Come visit us! 101 Drake Avenue Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm or call: 415-446-7661


We’re here to connect you with the assistance you need!

Bay Area Discovery Museum

Free memberships to all residents!


Come by 101 Drake, or call Jaqueline or Ms Valerie: (415) 446 7661

January 2026

List of Services

Join Us for the Construction Trades Program Graduation!

Construction Trades Program

In partnership with Burbank Housing and Tradeswomen, Inc., this program has proven to be a strong pathway for participants to build new skills, gain confidence, and pursue thriving careers in the construction field.


We invite you to come celebrate our students’ graduation on January 30th!


MHA extends special appreciation to Juanita Douglas and to Shemika Green for their dedication and hard work in making this program so successful!


Thank you for helping the students feel welcomed, motivated, and empowered as they embark on this transformative journey.


Thank you for supporting a program that opens doors, strengthens our community, and builds brighter futures!
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