Need help navigating ESCOM Clubs?
Frequent questions are answered below:
How do I join an ESCOM Club?
Joining a club is simple—join ESCOM and attend!
Some club leaders ask to speak with prospective members before their first meeting (read the descriptions on the ESCOM Clubs webpage to find out if prior contact is requested). And even if contact isn’t requested, it’s often a good idea to check with club leaders to confirm the schedule. Meetings sometimes get canceled, and only club members are on the leader’s mailing list for notification. (Sometimes schedule changes are posted on the ESCOM Clubs webpage, but not always.)
How do I join ESCOM?
It’s easy! Just use this link.
As a member, you’ll join a strong community of lifelong learners. Members receive our journal and online communications about ESCOM-sponsored events and happenings. Membership is FREE, but we rely upon the generosity of our members to sustain our mission. Please join and consider an annual voluntary gift of $25.
Will ESCOM release my email address?
NO.
ESCOM does not release email addresses to outside organizations.
How do I start a new Club?
To start a new club, simply complete the brief proposal form below. All you need is a concept, a title, and a list of initial members.To submit your completed form, ask questions, or request help finding initial members, email Will Meecham: willmeecham@gmail.com.
To learn more about the history of clubs and what’s involved in running one, check out this information sheet.
How do I find the Kentfield and Novato ESCOM Centers?
Directions to Kentfield ESCOM room
Directions to Novato/IVC ESCOM room
NOTE: Parking costs $4 in most Kentfield and Novato campus lots. Payment is required at all times, Monday to Saturday. You can pay in advance using the online system or after arriving via parking lot kiosks (a QR code is posted on each kiosk).
FREE PARKING:
- Kentfield Campus: Lot P13, an unpaved lot near the track.
- Novato Campus: upper level of Lot 5.
(For more information about Parking on College of Marin Campuses, visit this webpage.)
Where is free parking and/or accessible parking?
There are free lots on both campuses. On the Kentfield Campus, free parking is available in Lot P13, an unpaved lot a modest walk from the ESCOM Center. On the Novato/IVC Campus, free parking area is available in the upper level of Lot P5.
If you have a Disabled Person Placard or license plate, you may park in any student or staff space without the need for a student permit, though Campus Police encourage you to use the Disabled Person Parking Areas, marked with the traditional blue sign and symbol.
For more information about Parking on College of Marin Campuses, visit this webpage.
Do I have to pay to attend a club?
Nope! Clubs are FREE with your free ESCOM membership! Go to as many clubs as you want, as often as you like, without charge. However, ESCOM and its clubs depend on donations to keep going. To donate, use this link.
Who’s in charge of ESCOM Clubs?
ESCOM is part of College of Marin’s Community Programs Department. However, most operations are managed by our volunteers. ESCOM clubs are overseen by the volunteer organizers. You can reach them via the clubs contact page. (Questions about a specific club should be addressed to the contact person listed for that club.)
Can I help promote ESCOM Clubs?
Yes! We’d love your help in spreading the word!
Some possibilities are listed below. And if you know of additional ways to promote these valuable FREE Clubs, please contact us.
- Invite friends to your favorite club(s).
- Tell people you know about our terrific roster of clubs for discussion, games, lectures, meditation, etc!
- Print this 8×10 poster and ask to display it at local coffee shops, senior centers, etc.