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Hamilton's Smog

We test all vehicle, all ages 1976-2025. Experience quick and convenient service at Hamilton's STAR Smog Check, your local Novato inspection station. Since 2021, we've been serving the community with efficient smog checks for all types of vehicles, including gasoline, diesel, and hybrid cars, as well as large trucks and RVs. Our certified technicians perform both STAR and non-STAR inspections, ensuring your vehicle meets all state requirements. Simply drive in for a hassle-free inspection, with most vehicles completed in under 30 minutes.

Marin County

Albert Gregory

Bay Area

Novato

California

We test all vehicle, all ages 1976-2025. Experience quick and convenient service at Hamilton's STAR Smog Check, your local Novato inspection...

Teach your kids they can achieve the impossible!

Mindsee.it

Featured in the Telepathy Tapes podcast.  Mindsee.It is a quick and mind-blowing tutoring program for children that teaches them to see through a blindfold - really!    

New York County

Miranda Levingston

New York City Metropolitan Area

Upper East Side

New York

Featured in the Telepathy Tapes podcast. Mindsee.It is a quick and mind-blowing tutoring program for children that teaches them to see through a...

Free 20-Minute Photo Coaching Session with Camera or Lens

Looking Glass Photographic Outfitters

Here in Berkeley, Looking Glass Photo is where gear, guidance, and community come together—since 1971. We’re a boutique-style camera shop that outfits photographers with exactly what they need and nothing they don’t. That means real conversations, hands-on help, and curated solutions across top brands like Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Sony and more. We carry new gear, offer a thoughtful selection of preowned and consignment cameras and lenses, and place special orders when the perfect fit isn’t on the shelf. Learning is at the heart of what we do. Join our small-group classes and workshops, sign up for photo adventures in the wild (from tide pools to elk rut season), or dig into image reviews and practical technique sessions. Our Rentals program makes it easy to test drive the latest bodies, lenses, lighting and accessories—perfect for a weekend project or a big assignment—while our “Try Before You Buy” and paid Gear Outfitting service help you make confident choices. What makes us unique? Personalized coaching before and after a purchase, community-driven events (including our Photo Friends network), and a values-driven approach that puts longevity and stewardship first. We stand behind the gear we sell, keep darkroom and printing essentials flowing, and cheer on your growth every step of the way. Whether you’re brand-new to photography or a seasoned pro, Looking Glass is your trusted partner for classes, adventures, rentals, consignment and used gear, and a welcoming community that lifts each other up.

Alameda County

Fernando Haro

Berkeley

Here in Berkeley, Looking Glass Photo is where gear, guidance, and community come together—since 1971. We’re a boutique-style camera shop that...

Improv Marin

Get in here for laughs, fun, and creative courage! Dip your toe at a Free Taster Hour, or book us to help your team work better together. Improv Marin connects people and teams with courageous creative collaboration (improv) tools, then fosters exploration of the unknown at work, on stage, and in life.

San Rafael

Get in here for laughs, fun, and creative courage! Dip your toe at a Free Taster Hour, or book us to help your team work better together. Improv...

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"There is no final curtain here, not really. Only the sense of someone setting off again."

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