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Library Events

Oct
14
Tue
2:00 pm All Things Apple! with Beryn Hammil
All Things Apple! with Beryn Hammil
Oct 14 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
All Things Apple! is an online class via Zoom. If you are new to All Things Apple! and would like to …read more
Oct
15
Wed
10:00 am Drop-in Tech Help
Drop-in Tech Help
Oct 15 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Drop-in Tech Help @ Northgate Library
Need help with your laptop, phone or tablet? Want to set up an email account? Want to check out our …read more
10:30 am Northgate Storytime
Northgate Storytime
Oct 15 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am
Northgate Storytime @ Northgate Library
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories at our weekly storytimes, followed by Stay & Play. Storytimes will be outside …read more
2:00 pm Zentangle with Romi Marks
Zentangle with Romi Marks
Oct 15 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Zentangle with Romi Marks @ Online via Zoom video conferencing
Romi Marks will be providing online classes via Zoom every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. …read more
Oct
16
Thu
10:00 am Drop-in Tech Help
Drop-in Tech Help
Oct 16 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Drop-in Tech Help @ Northgate Library
Need help with your laptop, phone or tablet? Want to set up an email account? Want to check out our …read more

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

Terra Linda Pool: Floating Pumpkin Patch

Oct 18 2025

Terra Linda Community Pool

Come Make A Splash and Pick Your Pumpkin. Participants will jump into the pool to find their perfect pumpkin. Enjoy pumpkin decorating, fun games and activities. Registration includes one pumpkin per registration, pool entry, pumpkin decorating, and activities. Anyone not registered but attending with a participant can pay to swim at the pool. $7.00/Residents or...

2nd Annual Treat Walk

Oct 23 2025

San Rafael Community Center

Join us at the San Rafael Community Center on Thursday, October 23, 2025, from 4–6 PM for a FREE family-friendly Halloween celebration! Explore the Lonatoese Garden while enjoying: Treats for all ages Pumpkin decorating Face painting Games and more Show off your favorite costume! This fun community event is hosted by San Rafael Library &...

Climate Action Community Forum – October 2025

Oct 23 2025

City Hall, 3rd Floor

Join Councilmember Maika Llorens Gulati and the Sustainability Team for a meaningful discussion of current climate action in San Rafael. This month will be focused on the following themes: Sea level rise feasibility study Organics recycling New citywide greenhouse gas inventory Other City updates Joining us this month: Climate Adaptation and Resilience Planner, Kate Hagemann...

Movies in the Park

Oct 24 2025

Terra Linda Park

Movies in the Park Friday, October 24, 2025 | 10 minutes after sunset Terra Linda Park | 670 Del Ganado Rd Grab a blanket and join us for family-friendly films under the stars! Each screening is free and begins 10 minutes after sunset—perfect for a cozy night out in the neighborhood. - Movie Information -...

Trick-or-Treat on Fourth Street (with a pet costume contest!)

Oct 25 2025

Downtown

  Trick-Or-Treat on Fourth Street! with a pet costume contest! Saturday, October 25, 2025 ~ 1 pm - 3 pm Enjoy a family-friendly way to celebrate Halloween! Fourth Street merchants will be welcoming kids and families on Saturday, October 25th from 1pm-3pm.  Dress up, bring a bag, and get ready for some treats! (or tricks)....

37th Annual Dia de los Muertos Celebration

Nov 1 2025

Albert J. Boro Community Center

The 37th Annual Dia de los Muertos- “Day of the Dead” celebration will be held on Saturday, November 1 from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Albert J. Boro Community Center located on 50 Canal Street, San Rafael. The event kicks off at 3:00 pm with family art activities, music, face painting for children,...

2nd Friday Art Walk

Nov 14 2025

Downtown

Free to the public, enjoy galleries, open studios, art exhibits, and more on the second Friday of each month. Anchored by the Art Works Downtown galleries and studio tour, the 2nd Friday Art Walk connects art venues throughout downtown San Rafael for an evening of inspiration and community!

2nd Friday Art Walk

Dec 12 2025

Downtown

Free to the public, enjoy galleries, open studios, art exhibits, and more on the second Friday of each month. Anchored by the Art Works Downtown galleries and studio tour, the 2nd Friday Art Walk connects art venues throughout downtown San Rafael for an evening of inspiration and community!

Upcoming Meetings

Zoning Administrator Hearing – October 14, 2025

Oct 14 2025

City Hall, Third Floor, Small Mtg Room

Public Art Review Board – October 15, 2025

Oct 15 2025

Public Art Review Board - October 15, 2025

Park & Recreation Commission – October 16, 2025

Oct 16 2025

Park & Recreation Commission - October 16, 2025

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