Downtown Library Grand Reopening Celebration

San Rafael’s Library & Recreation Department is proud to announce the Downtown Library Grand Reopening Celebration! On August 4, 2025, the Downtown Library on E Street officially reopened to the public, showcasing facility improvements, stunning aesthetic upgrades, and new furniture. Join us on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 12 PM for the official ribbon cutting as we celebrate the return of this beloved community landmark. The festivities will feature an afternoon of activities highlighting the library’s renewed role as a hub for learning, connection, and community.

Schedule

• 12:00 PM: Ribbon Cutting
• 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Face Painting
• 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Mini Piñata Making Craft
• 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM: History Talk: More moments in Marin History by Scott Fletcher
• 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Read to a Dog Meet and Greet
• 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Henna Art
• 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Rhythm Builders
• 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Trivia Café hosted by Howard Rachelson, Marin’s Master of Trivia

Throughout the Day

• Music and Sounds by DJ Destro
• Burritos and Aguas Frescas from Manny’s Tacos (limited quantities available)
• Shaved Ice from Silver Shave Ice (limited quantities available)
• Swag and Giveaways (while supplies last)