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Word Hockey

Word Hockey is a low-cost DIY game you can play at home using supplies you likely already have in a cupboard. Your child will spell his/her name and/or other words by sweeping letters through a goal. Kids can compete to see who can spell their name fastest or set up several goals and see who … Continued

Local COVID-19 Fund Established for Small Businesses

Launch Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2020 and complete applications must be submitted Deadline: No later than 5pm (PDT) on Monday, April 20, 2020. Application Closed About the Fund A San Rafael Small Business COVID-19 Disaster Relief Fund (the “Relief Fund”) has been created to help small businesses struggling to maintain cash flow and financial solvency … Continued

Greenhouse Projects at the Falkirk Cultural Center

Volunteers are needed for greenhouse restoration projects. Current project is building shelves. We can find a job for everyone who wants to volunteer regardless of skill level. Specific skills needed including heating, cooling, plumbing, drip irrigation, carpentry, and painting. For more information, contact Phil Hinderberger at phinder@pacbell.net Requirements: Volunteers must be 18 years old or … Continued

Gentle Qigong Part 2

Qigong is a beautifully flowing movement meditation that cultivates a sense of well being, calmness, and mental alertness. This practice is ideal during stressful times, and it may be done standing or sitting. Join our own Goldenaires Fitness Instructor Jeanette Logan as she takes you through a series of movements  in Gentle Qigong- Part 2.

Build an egg tower

Check out this fun activity  for your plastic eggs shells from Easter! Materials needed: Plastic eggs Play dough Measuring tape Ready, set, build! Set out the supplies on a table. Show children how to connect the eggs using play dough spheres. Encourage them to build three dimensional structures. Measure how tall the structure is before … Continued

Downtown Traffic Signal Improvements Project (CLOSED)

The City of San Rafael is seeking proposals from responsible, qualified firms for the City’s Downtown Traffic Signal Improvements Project. The traffic signals associated with this project are located in Downtown San Rafael. In general, the scope of work includes controller upgrades (with existing signal timing), cabinet upgrades, and installation of video detection cameras, conduit, … Continued

Garden Help at Falkirk Cultural Center

Help and learn with other volunteers on Monday mornings from 10 to Noon. Volunteers maintain six gardens including: Under Oaks Garden, Habitat Garden, Beneficial’s Garden, Lathe House Garden, Succulent Garden and the Five Mediterranean Climate Zone Garden. The gardens at Falkirk Cultural Center are a partnership between UC Marin Master Gardeners and the City of … Continued

Fun Egg Carton Creatures

Wondering what to do with leftover egg cartons once you’ve dyed your Easter eggs? Create some fun creatures with just a few supplies and items you have around the house. Gather these supplies paper egg carton scissors glue/tape paint & paintbrush colored paper scraps newspaper any fun decorative items such as googly eyes, feathers, puff … Continued

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: Video Message from Mayor Phillips + Holiday Weekends, Modified City Services & More (Actualización diaria)

DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL We understand the desire to get outside as the weather continues to get nicer, especially to gather with family and friends this upcoming holiday weekend. With the emergence of COVID-19 and the sudden shift to staying at home, our community needs to rethink how to celebrate holidays to incorporate social distancing and other safety measures. We must remain … Continued

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