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10 Destination San Anselmo 2016 | 17 Welcome to San Anselmo A MESSAGE FROM OUR MAYOR: FORD GREENE Midway between the San Francisco Bay and the Point Reyes National Seashore, San Anselmo is a small town nestled in the heart of the Ross Valley graced with dramatic views of 1,100-foot Bald Hill to the West and 2,200-foot Mount Tamalpais to the South. It provides hiking, biking and equestrian access straightaway to the Pacific Ocean 12 miles away with nary any intervening paved road. Sporting multiple bike shops, coffee establishments and delicious quick-eateries, San Anselmo is a gateway for hiking and mountain biking from Natalie Coffin Greene Park at Phoenix Lake to the rest of the Mount Tam Watershed and road cycling into West Marin and beyond. In Town one can visit our renowned antique stores, art galleries, bookstores or clothing boutiques where one can snag that special something with a loved one's name on it. One may obtain personal care attention and then sit down to an award winning culinary event in one of our long-standing restaurants. With a strong community Carnegie Library, a number of diverse and beautiful parks, and one of Marin's choice locations, our people are friendly, supportive and involved. Come see what we are about and enjoy yourself. You won't be disappointed. Thanks to you... Kris Kelson, Agent Insurance Lic#: 0F04599 50 Greenfield Avenue San Anselmo, CA 94960 415-721-0121 www.kriskelson.com ...I'm where I am today. I'm proud to be recognized as a member of State Farm's Legion of Honor. Thank you for the opportunity to serve as your agent. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. ® State Farm, Bloomington, IL 1001015 A MESSAGE FROM OUR VICE MAYOR: KAY COLEMAN San Anselmo began as a "Hub" and crossroads of the various railroads. Now it's a crossroads for strollers, bikes, and neighbors "out and about." Still a "hub," San Anselmo is a wonderful place to visit and a wonderful place to call home. We are proud of our library and our schools, our bike trails and parks. In addition, our well-acclaimed restaurants cater to every taste and desire. Town volunteers serve on numerous committees, boards and commissions. ey also build parks and create parades, and music festivals. ey take kids on historical tours and coordinate their neighborhoods in disaster preparedness. In San Anselmo you can sit on a bench, sip your coffee and greet your friends and neighbors as they pass by or play with your kids on the lawn of our new Imagination Park. Take a hike or ride a bike up Mt. Baldy and you're sure to experience unforgettable views. Our "downtown" and surrounding areas hold shops with "treats" for all ages and fantastic food to ease a "weary soul." Come and visit or come and stay; we're a small town — with a big heart — and we welcome you to our community.