Join us for Opening the World's Annual Dinner & Silent Auction. This special evening is planned, presented and hosted by Marin County youth and young adults. We will honor and celebrate the transformative power of reciprocity and how, through serving our local, national, and global communities, we have helped ourselves.

(Open to all 14-26 year old young people in Marin County)

Join us for an evening of creativity, connection, and cookies!
Learn to bake delicious cookies you can gift or enjoy yourself, compete in games for prizes, explore art activities, and connect with other young people in your community. Light dinner and refreshments provided.

(Open to youth and young adults ages 14-26 and their parents and caregivers)

Kick off 2026 with Opening the World at our first event of the year! Join youth and young adults in Marin County for an evening focused on setting intentions and building community. Create vision boards for your goals and dreams, enjoy art activities and games, and learn to make your own pizza. Connect with peers while exploring what wellness means to you. Light dinner, snacks, refreshments, and prizes included!

RSVP: Email info@openingtheworld.org or call/text (415) 419-9695.

Funded by: Funding for this event is provided by the Center for Wellness and Nutrition, a program of the Public Health Institute, through funding from the California Department of Public Health.

(Open to youth and young adults ages 14-26 and their parents and caregivers)

Kick back and enjoy Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas with Opening the World! Show off your cookie decorating creativity, enjoy pizza and snacks, and meet special guest Shane Francis, Assistant Artistic Coordinator for the film, who will join us for a short panel discussion. Connect with fellow youth and young adults in your community for an evening of movies, art, food, and fun. Prizes and more surprises await!

RSVP: Email info@openingtheworld.org or call/text (415) 419-9695.

Funded by: Funding for this event is provided by the Center for Wellness and Nutrition, a program of the Public Health Institute, through funding from the California Department of Public Health.

Visit us at this annual Alternative Gift Market and find the perfect items for your loved ones while supporting a good cause.

(Open to youth and young adults ages 14-26 and their parents and caregivers)

Join a fun, hands-on workshop where you can make meaningful gifts and enjoy a day of art, wellness, and community.

Creative arts and crafts materials will be provided to personalize gifts for yourself or to give to friends and family.

Make your own Wellness Kit with treats, fidgets, and self-care resources.

RSVP: Email info@openingtheworld.org or call/text (415) 419-9695.

Funded by: Funding for this event is provided by the Center for Wellness and Nutrition, a program of the Public Health Institute, through funding from the California Department of Public Health.

(Open to youth and young adults ages 16-26)

As we approach the holiday season, we can experience many feelings and emotions and struggle to find healthy coping mechanisms.

This FREE class will help you identify healthier ways to deal with difficult emotions and provide tips on how to reduce your use to keep yourself safe.

Snacks and drinks provided.

RSVP: Text or call (415) 419-9695 or email us at info@openingtheworld.org.

Class made possible by Marin Charitable

(Open to OTW participants, alumni, staff, friends, family, and the Marin Community)

Join OTW participants, alumni, staff and the larger OTW community as we gather for food and fun at various parks throughout Marin. Bring your friends and family! All are welcome. There will be games, art activities, and plenty of food and beverages. Earn your community service hours.

RSVP Required: Email info@openingtheworld.org or call (415) 419-9695 to participate in this event.

Join us for this special Cooking Class led by OTW member Chef Miguel! Miguel will share his skills and expertise to help us prepare simple and delicious meals that we can easily recreate at home.

Participants will enjoy a shared meal at the end of the class.

RSVP: Email info@openingtheworld.org or call/text (415) 419-9695.

Funded by: Funding for this event is provided by the Center for Wellness and Nutrition, a program of the Public Health Institute, through funding from the California Department of Public Health.

(OTW Participants Only)

OTW’s Annual Fall Retreat is designed to build community and facilitate bonding between new participants, alumni, and staff, by deepening our understanding of ourselves and each other.