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Special Events

Library Events

Aug
20
Mon
1:00 pm Practice Speaking Spanish
Practice Speaking Spanish
Aug 20 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Practice Speaking Spanish – A Conversational Spanish Workshop Learn and practice speaking Spanish in a variety of everyday social settings: …read more
Aug
21
Tue
10:30 am Baby Time! Mother Goose on the L...
Baby Time! Mother Goose on the L...
Aug 21 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Baby Time! Mother Goose on the Loose @ San Rafael Public Library | San Rafael | California | United States
Baby Time! is a fun-filled thirty minute interactive session that uses rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments, and more to stimulate …read more
2:00 pm Color Me Calm – Adult Coloring G...
Color Me Calm – Adult Coloring G...
Aug 21 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Color Me Calm - Adult Coloring Group @ Library Meeting Room | San Rafael | California | United States
Color Me Calm Adult Coloring Group 3rd Tuesdays at 2 pm (no class in November) Coloring isn’t just for kids…it’s …read more
Aug
22
Wed
10:30 am Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Aug 22 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am
Join us for stories, songs, finger plays, puppets, and Mother Goose. For children birth to 5 years old, accompanied by …read more
6:00 pm Family Storytime / Lectura de Cu...
Family Storytime / Lectura de Cu...
Aug 22 @ 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Family Storytime / Lectura de Cuentos Para Toda La Familia @ Pickleweed Library | San Rafael | California | United States
Ven a escuchar historias bilingues y aprender nuevas canciones en Inglés y Español. Esta lectura es para todas las edades, especialmente para …read more

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Cyclists compete in the Sunset Criterium bike race in Downtown San Rafael

Cyclists compete in the Sunset Criterium bike race in Downtown San Rafael

Aug 18 2018

Park-A-Month – Pickleweed Park

9:00am - 12:00pm Pickleweed Park
  • Add to calendar 2018-08-18 09:00:00 2018-08-18 12:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Park-A-Month - Pickleweed Park 50 Canal St, San Rafael, California 94901
  • Directions

Join our fun family-friendly volunteer program and help keep our San Rafael parks in great shape! Come with your friends or meet new people while spreading mulch, cleaning play area equipment and picnic barbecues, weeding and more. We'll provide hand tools and gloves or bring your own. For more information, contact Ann Bauer, Volunteer Program...

Aug 18 2018

Downtown San Rafael Summer Sidewalk Sale

All day - 11:59pm
  • Add to calendar 2018-08-18 00:00:00 2018-08-18 23:59:59 America/Los_Angeles Downtown San Rafael Summer Sidewalk Sale

SAN RAFAEL, CA - The San Rafael Business Improvement District is proud to present the Summer Sidewalk Sale Saturday, August 18th, on 4th Street Downtown and in The West End Village featuring discounts, giveaways, specials, live entertainment, a skate park and music. Parking is free in the Downtown garages on A and C Streets and...

Aug 21 2018

Design Review Board Meeting

7:00pm - 10:00pm City Council Chambers
  • Add to calendar 2018-08-21 19:00:00 2018-08-21 22:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Design Review Board Meeting 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
  • Directions

The Design Review Board consists of design professionals appointed by the City Council to provide advice on new development projects and most exterior changes to existing buildings. Applications are evaluated based on our General Plan and Zoning Ordinance design policies and criteria, with the goal of having new projects harmonize with the natural environment and...

Aug 28 2018

Planning Commission Meeting

7:00pm - 10:00pm City Council Chambers
  • Add to calendar 2018-08-28 19:00:00 2018-08-28 22:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Planning Commission Meeting 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
  • Directions

The Planning Commission consists of citizen volunteers appointed by the City Council to make decisions or advise the Council on land use and property development issues. The Commission assures that new development is consistent with our long-range General Plan, State laws and other public policies that advance the interests of our community. Agendas are posted...

Aug 29 2018

San Rafael Night with the Pacifics

7:05pm - 9:45pm Albert Park
  • Add to calendar 2018-08-29 19:05:00 2018-08-29 21:45:00 America/Los_Angeles San Rafael Night with the Pacifics 155 Andersen Drive, San Rafael, CA 94901
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San Rafael Night with the Pacifics! Wednesday, August 29, 2018 @ 7:05 pm  FREE Tickets for San Rafael Residents & Employees                                     +                                                   Spot Light on the B Team & Albert Park Improvement Project Join the City of San...

Sep 5 2018

Design Review Board Meeting

7:00pm - 10:00pm City Council Chambers
  • Add to calendar 2018-09-05 19:00:00 2018-09-05 22:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Design Review Board Meeting 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
  • Directions

The Design Review Board consists of design professionals appointed by the City Council to provide advice on new development projects and most exterior changes to existing buildings. Applications are evaluated based on our General Plan and Zoning Ordinance design policies and criteria, with the goal of having new projects harmonize with the natural environment and...

Sep 7 2018

Movies in the Park: Rookie of the Year at Albert Park

7:45pm - 9:45pm Albert Park
  • Add to calendar 2018-09-07 19:45:00 2018-09-07 21:45:00 America/Los_Angeles Movies in the Park: Rookie of the Year at Albert Park 155 Andersen Drive, San Rafael, CA 94901
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Mark your calendar! Four great movies are coming to a park near you. The City's Community Services department invites you to enjoy these FREE movies under the stars. Bring your friends and family, your blanket, low chair, picnic, snacks, and flashlight. Silbermann’s Ice Cream and Kona Ice will be on site with goodies available for...

Sep 11 2018

Planning Commission Meetings

7:00pm - 10:00pm City Council Chambers
  • Add to calendar 2018-09-11 19:00:00 2018-09-11 22:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Planning Commission Meetings 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
  • Directions

The Planning Commission consists of citizen volunteers appointed by the City Council to make decisions or advise the Council on land use and property development issues. The Commission assures that new development is consistent with our long-range General Plan, State laws and other public policies that advance the interests of our community. Agendas are posted...

Sep 12 2018

Fire Commission Meeting

4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Add to calendar 2018-09-12 16:00:00 2018-09-12 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Fire Commission Meeting

The Board of Fire Commissioners consists of five members appointed by the City Council, one of whom may be a councilmember. The Fire Chief is an ex officio member of the commission, but is not entitled to vote as a member of the commission. The commission reviews and makes recommendations concerning the future needs of the...

Sep 14 2018

Movies in the Park: Wall-E at Terra Linda Park

7:30pm - 9:30pm Terra Linda Park
  • Add to calendar 2018-09-14 19:30:00 2018-09-14 21:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Movies in the Park: Wall-E at Terra Linda Park 670 Del Ganado Road, San Rafael, CA 94903
  • Directions

Mark your calendar! Four great movies are coming to a park near you. The City's Community Services department invites you to enjoy these FREE movies under the stars. Bring your friends and family, your blanket, low chair, picnic, snacks, and flashlight. Silbermann’s Ice Cream and Kona Ice will be on site with goodies available for...

Sep 16 2018

Block Party

All day Neame Street
  • Add to calendar 2018-09-16 00:00:00 2018-09-16 00:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Block Party Neame Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
  • Directions

The West End Neighborhood Association (WENA) is planning to have the annual Block Party / Picnic on Sunday September 16, 2018. It is to be held on Neame Street in the West End of San Rafael. The Block Party has been held by WENA since 2002 and has been having it on Neame Street for...

Sep 18 2018

Design Review Board Meeting

7:00pm - 10:00pm City Council Chambers
  • Add to calendar 2018-09-18 19:00:00 2018-09-18 22:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Design Review Board Meeting 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
  • Directions

The Design Review Board consists of design professionals appointed by the City Council to provide advice on new development projects and most exterior changes to existing buildings. Applications are evaluated based on our General Plan and Zoning Ordinance design policies and criteria, with the goal of having new projects harmonize with the natural environment and...

Sep 20 2018

Park & Recreation Commission Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm San Rafael Community Center
  • Add to calendar 2018-09-20 19:00:00 2018-09-20 21:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Park & Recreation Commission Meeting 618 B Street, San Rafael, California 94901
  • Directions

The Park & Recreation Commission assists the City Council in developing and implementing the long-range plans for City parks and recreation facilities, monitors current service levels and community needs, reviews the performance of City partnerships with community groups in the utilization of facilities and production of programs, and reviews and advises on general policies and...

Sep 25 2018

Planning Commission Meeting

7:00pm - 10:00pm City Council Chambers
  • Add to calendar 2018-09-25 19:00:00 2018-09-25 22:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Planning Commission Meeting 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
  • Directions

The Planning Commission consists of citizen volunteers appointed by the City Council to make decisions or advise the Council on land use and property development issues. The Commission assures that new development is consistent with our long-range General Plan, State laws and other public policies that advance the interests of our community. Agendas are posted...

Oct 2 2018

Design Review Board Meeting

7:00pm - 10:00pm City Council Chambers
  • Add to calendar 2018-10-02 19:00:00 2018-10-02 22:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Design Review Board Meeting 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
  • Directions

The Design Review Board consists of design professionals appointed by the City Council to provide advice on new development projects and most exterior changes to existing buildings. Applications are evaluated based on our General Plan and Zoning Ordinance design policies and criteria, with the goal of having new projects harmonize with the natural environment and...

Oct 5 2018

Movies in the Park – Coco at Pickleweed Park

7:00pm - 9:00pm Pickleweed Park
  • Add to calendar 2018-10-05 19:00:00 2018-10-05 21:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Movies in the Park - Coco at Pickleweed Park 50 Canal St, San Rafael, California 94901
  • Directions

Mark your calendar! Four great movies are coming to a park near you. The City's Community Services department invites you to enjoy these FREE movies under the stars. Bring your friends and family, your blanket, low chair, picnic, snacks, and flashlight. Silbermann’s Ice Cream and Kona Ice will be on site with goodies available for...

Oct 9 2018

Planning Commission Meetings

7:00pm - 10:00pm City Council Chambers
  • Add to calendar 2018-10-09 19:00:00 2018-10-09 22:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Planning Commission Meetings 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
  • Directions

The Planning Commission consists of citizen volunteers appointed by the City Council to make decisions or advise the Council on land use and property development issues. The Commission assures that new development is consistent with our long-range General Plan, State laws and other public policies that advance the interests of our community. Agendas are posted...

Oct 10 2018

Fire Commission Meeting

4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Add to calendar 2018-10-10 16:00:00 2018-10-10 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Fire Commission Meeting

The Board of Fire Commissioners consists of five members appointed by the City Council, one of whom may be a councilmember. The Fire Chief is an ex officio member of the commission, but is not entitled to vote as a member of the commission. The commission reviews and makes recommendations concerning the future needs of the...

Oct 16 2018

Design Review Board Meeting

7:00pm - 10:00pm City Council Chambers
  • Add to calendar 2018-10-16 19:00:00 2018-10-16 22:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Design Review Board Meeting 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
  • Directions

The Design Review Board consists of design professionals appointed by the City Council to provide advice on new development projects and most exterior changes to existing buildings. Applications are evaluated based on our General Plan and Zoning Ordinance design policies and criteria, with the goal of having new projects harmonize with the natural environment and...

Oct 18 2018

Park & Recreation Commission Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm San Rafael Community Center
  • Add to calendar 2018-10-18 19:00:00 2018-10-18 21:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Park & Recreation Commission Meeting 618 B Street, San Rafael, California 94901
  • Directions

The Park & Recreation Commission assists the City Council in developing and implementing the long-range plans for City parks and recreation facilities, monitors current service levels and community needs, reviews the performance of City partnerships with community groups in the utilization of facilities and production of programs, and reviews and advises on general policies and...

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