Emily Schaffer - Marin Realtor

10/30/2026

🥧 Who wants an Upper Crust pie for Thanksgiving?

I’m so grateful for this wonderful Marin community, and I’m sharing a little sweetness!
Two lucky winners will each receive an Upper Crust pie, with lots of delicious flavors to choose from, including gluten-free and sugarless options. 🧡

How do you enter?
Enter my Thanksgiving Pie Giveaway here:
📍https://emilyschaffer.com/local-giveaway

🗓 Drawing: November 9
📍 Pickup: November 25, 4–6 PM
Engel & Völkers Mill Valley, 78 E. Blithedale Avenue

Winners must be present to pick up their pie during the pickup window.

One less thing to bake, one more reason to give thanks! Tag a friend who would love a pie on their Thanksgiving table. 🍂

10/29/2026

🌮 Copita Sausalito: Mexican Dining with Marin Charm

One of the joys of living in Marin County is discovering the wonderful local restaurants that give each community its own personality.

📍 Located at 739 Bridgeway in downtown Sausalito, Copita Tequileria y Comida has been a local favorite since 2012.

Founded by chef Joanne Weir and restaurateur Larry Mindel, Copita brings together Mexican-inspired cuisine, fresh Northern California ingredients, handmade corn tortillas, and an entirely gluten-free menu.

🌿 With its colorful atmosphere and inviting outdoor dining, it's a lovely place to enjoy a meal while exploring Sausalito's charming waterfront community.

🏡 As a Mill Valley native and third-generation Marin County resident, I love highlighting the restaurants, neighborhood businesses, and local traditions that make living in Marin so special.

Whether you already call Sausalito home or are considering relocating from San Francisco to Marin County, these local experiences are part of what makes the lifestyle here so appealing.

✨ Another wonderful Marin County destination worth discovering!

10/29/2026

🎃🍂 Marin County Family Weekend Events | October 31 – November 1!

Halloween weekend is here, and Marin County has plenty of family-friendly activities to enjoy! From costume parades and trick-or-treating to farmers markets and fall festivities, there's something for everyone.

👻 Saturday, October 31

🎃 Halloween Spectacular at Marin Country Mart | Larkspur | 11 AM–2 PM
Costume contest, trick-or-treating, and festive family fun!

🍁 Marin Country Mart Farmers Market | Larkspur | 9 AM–2 PM
Fresh local produce, delicious treats, and a wonderful community atmosphere.

🧙 Bon Air Halloween Bash | Greenbrae | 11 AM–2 PM
Family and pet costume parades, face painting, music, and trick-or-treating!

🍬 Safe Trick or Treat | Downtown Novato | 11 AM–2 PM
Bring your little ghosts and goblins for a fun afternoon visiting participating local businesses.

🌼 Sunday, November 1

🌸 Día de los Mu***os | Downtown San Rafael
Explore colorful community altars celebrating remembrance, culture, and tradition.

🥕 Marin Civic Center Farmers Market | San Rafael | 8 AM–1 PM
Discover fresh seasonal produce and local favorites.

🐴 Sunday Pony Rides at Marin Country Mart | Larkspur | 11 AM–3 PM
A lovely weekend outing for younger children!

🍂 One of the things I love most about living in Marin County is the wonderful sense of community, especially during the holidays. Whether you're raising a family here or considering a move from San Francisco to Marin, there's so much to discover.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween weekend! 🎃

Event details are subject to change. Please check with organizers before attending.

10/22/2026

🍂 THIS WEEKEND IN MARIN! | OCTOBER 23–25 🎃

Looking for some family fun this weekend? From Halloween festivities and trick-or-treating to colorful cultural celebrations, Marin County has plenty of wonderful local events to enjoy!

👻 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23

Goblins’ BOOtacular | San Anselmo
📍 Downtown San Anselmo, San Anselmo Avenue
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM

🍬 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24

Trick or Treat on Fourth Street | San Rafael
📍 Fourth Street, Downtown San Rafael
🕐 1:00–3:00 PM

🌼 Día de los Mu***os Celebration | Novato
📍 Novato Civic Green, 901 Sherman Avenue
🕒 3:00–6:00 PM

🎃 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25

Trick or Treat at Town Center | Corte Madera
📍 100 Corte Madera Town Center
🕛 12:00–4:00 PM

🍁 Family Pumpkin Carving | San Rafael
📍 McNears Beach Park, 201 Cantera Way
🕦 11:30 AM–1:00 PM
Registration required.

❤️ As a Mill Valley native and third-generation Marin County resident, I love seeing our local communities come together for these seasonal traditions. It's the neighborhood connections and family-friendly experiences that make Marin such a special place to call home.

Wishing everyone a wonderful autumn weekend, right here in Marin!

Please confirm event details with organizers before attending. Weather, availability, and schedules may change.

10/21/2026

🍂 Exploring Marin County Neighborhoods This Fall

There's something special about the tree-lined streets, beautiful homes, and welcoming neighborhoods that make Marin County such a wonderful place to live.

From the charm of Mill Valley and Larkspur to the waterfront communities of Tiburon and Sausalito, each town offers its own character, lifestyle, and sense of community.

As a Mill Valley native and third-generation Marin County resident, I've always believed that finding the right home is about more than the property itself. It's about finding a neighborhood that fits the way you want to live.

Whether you're considering relocating from San Francisco, exploring a move within Marin County, or simply enjoying the beauty of your own neighborhood, autumn is a lovely time to discover what makes each community unique.

What do you love most about your Marin neighborhood? I'd love to hear!

Emily Schaffer | Engel & Völkers Mill Valley

10/19/2026

🍝 La Ginestra: A Mill Valley Italian Tradition 🇮🇹

Some of the best things about living in Mill Valley are the local places that have brought our community together for generations. ❤️

📍 Located on Throckmorton Avenue in downtown Mill Valley, La Ginestra has been serving traditional Italian cuisine since 1964.

🍝 From handmade pasta and treasured family recipes to its fascinating connection with Mount Tamalpais, this family-owned restaurant is a wonderful example of what makes Marin County so special.

🌿 As a Mill Valley native and third-generation Marin resident, I love celebrating the neighborhood restaurants, local businesses, and traditions that give our community its unique character.

🏡 Whether you're a longtime resident or considering a move from San Francisco to Marin County, discovering these local favorites is part of experiencing the Mill Valley lifestyle.

✨ A wonderful reminder of why I love calling Mill Valley home!

10/15/2026

🍂 This Weekend in Marin County | October 16–18, 2026

Looking for something fun to do in Marin County this weekend? From live music and fall festivals to family-friendly outings and local arts, there's something for everyone!

Here's what's happening around Marin:

🍀 Fairfax Irish Festival of Music & Dance
📅 Friday–Sunday, October 16–18 | Various times
📍 Downtown Fairfax, multiple venues, including Wu Wei Tea Temple, 1820 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.

🎻 Mill Valley Philharmonic – Where Flowers Sing
📅 Friday, October 16, 7:30 PM, and Sunday, October 18, 3 PM
📍 Mt. Tamalpais United Methodist Church, 410 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley

🐐 Slide Ranch Fall Colors Family Farm Day
📅 Saturday, October 17 | 9:30 AM–1 PM
📍 2025 Shoreline Highway, Muir Beach
Enjoy fall crafts, farm animals, and beautiful coastal scenery.

🎃 Harmony Montessori Harvest Festival
📅 Saturday, October 17 | 10 AM–1 PM
📍 Richardson Bay Audubon Center, 376 Greenwood Beach Rd., Tiburon
Pumpkins, crafts, c***r pressing, and family activities.

🍁 Downtown San Rafael Hops & Vines Stroll
📅 Saturday, October 17 | 2–6 PM
📍 Check-in: City Plaza, 1000 Fourth St., San Rafael
Explore downtown businesses and enjoy local tastings.

🎨 2026 Milley Awards
📅 Sunday, October 18 | 5 PM
📍 Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley
Celebrating the artists and creative talent that make our community special.

From Mill Valley and Tiburon to Fairfax, Muir Beach, and San Rafael, weekends like these are a wonderful reminder of what makes living in Marin County so special.

Which event will you be checking out this weekend?

Emily Schaffer | Marin County Realtor®
Engel & Völkers Mill Valley
🌐 https://emilyschaffer.com/

Event details may change. Please confirm with organizers before attending.

10/13/2026

A lower purchase price isn’t always the option that saves a buyer the most each month. 💡
On a Marin County home, a seller credit applied toward an interest-rate buydown can sometimes have a greater impact on the monthly payment than the same amount taken off the purchase price. 🏡
Every loan and transaction is different, so it’s important to compare both scenarios with your lender before deciding which strategy makes the most sense.
Thinking about buying in Marin? Let’s look at the full picture and build a strategy around your financing and goals. 📍

10/11/2026