Upcoming Events
2026-2027 OTW Program Year Applications Accepted
Jun 19
2026-2027 OTW Program Year Applications Accepted

(Open to Marin County Youth & Young Adults Ages 16-26)

Applications for the 2026-2027 OTW Program Year are now being accepted through September 18th. If you or someone you know is between the ages of 16 and 26 and interested in joining a community of peers, please visit our Application Page to apply.

2026-2027 OTW Program Year Interviews
Sep 16
2026-2027 OTW Program Year Interviews

(Open to Marin County 16-26-year-olds)

Interviews for the 2026-2027 OTW Program Year will take place in September. Sign up for a time using the link in the application. Applicants will be notified of acceptance in early October.

If you or someone you know is between the ages of 16 and 26 and interested in joining a community of peers, please consider applying.

Upcoming Events

In addition to the events listed here, OTW regularly offers its participants guidance on housing, legal, financial, and career matters, organizes opportunities for young adults to pursue their personal interests, and provides connections to additional resources. To learn more, see how we build community, promote growth, and facilitate healing.

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This campaign aims to raise awareness about mental health and substance use by sharing knowledge, resources, and personal stories to empower our community. Our goal is to reduce stigma, promote open conversations, and create a supportive environment where individuals feel seen, heard, and connected to the help they need.

Funding 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.

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 Past Events

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2026 Annual Trip II — Tanzania
Jul 5
2026 Annual Trip II — Tanzania

(OTW Participants Only)

This July, our OTW youth and young adults are headed even further from home — to Tanzania, for this year's international service trip. From July 5th through July 28th, the group will travel to Arusha, where they'll help renovate a school for children with disabilities alongside local community members, learn Swahili, and spend time with the Maasai to learn about their culture and way of life. The group will also experience an inexpensive, backpacker-style safari along the way.

Following the service portion of the trip, the group will extend their journey with eight days exploring Turkey before heading home.

2026 Annual Trip I — Pacific Northwest
Jun 18
2026 Annual Trip I — Pacific Northwest

(OTW Participants Only)

OTW participants will travel through the Pacific Northwest in 2026 for our annual national community service trip.

Art and Sound Journey
May 13
Art and Sound Journey

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

Join us for a relaxing, expressive and artistic evening!

Create art and learn about relaxation techniques and sound, including the healing aspects of sound baths, an experience that helps calm your central nervous system.

Information, Resources, Fun, and Prizes! Snacks and Refreshments will be served.

OTW’s 2026 Annual Dinner & Silent Auction
Mar 14
OTW’s 2026 Annual Dinner & Silent Auction

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.

Cookies Workshop and Games Night
Feb 13
Cookies Workshop and Games Night

(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.

New Year Wellness Event
Jan 12
New Year Wellness Event

(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.

Movie Night & Cookie Decorating
Dec 22
Movie Night & Cookie Decorating

(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.

Alternative Gift Market
Dec 7
Alternative Gift Market

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

Holiday Gifts and Crafts Maker's Workshop
Nov 15
Holiday Gifts and Crafts Maker's Workshop

(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.

Navigating the Holidays: Reduce Your Use
Nov 15
Navigating the Holidays: Reduce Your Use

(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