City offices will be closed on November 27 and 28 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Emergency services are available 24/7. Upcoming community engagement session for the 350 Merrydale Interim Shelter Project on December 9 at Venetia Valley School from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  

Celebrating 150 Years of San Rafael… in Books!

Posted on May 6, 2025


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The City of San Rafael is celebrating its 150th anniversary, honoring our rich history, vibrant culture, and bright future! Our amazing team at the San Rafael Public Library has curated a special book list to mark the occasion. Learn more about San Rafael’s heritage while supporting our local library!

📚 Explore the reading list here.

Throughout this year, we’ll reflect on key moments from San Rafael’s past, highlighting the people, events, and milestones that shaped the city into what it is today. For more on the anniversary celebrations, visit cityofsanrafael.org/150-year-anniversary.

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