We’re excited to share that the San Rafael Downtown Library Renovation has been named a winner of the North Bay Business Journal’s Excellence in Construction Awards! This recognition honors the remarkable work that restored the historic character of our Carnegie-era building while updating it for today’s community needs. Congratulations to our project team: Unger Construction, … Continued
San Rafael City Council Meeting Highlights The San Rafael City Council will be meeting on Monday, November 17 at San Rafael City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue. Meeting Details: Regular Meeting: Begins at 6:00 PM, in the Council Chambers City Manager and Councilmember Reports: Reports from the City Manager and Councilmembers, including updates on meetings … Continued
Join us for Shop Small Saturday on November 29, 2025! Since 2010, San Rafael has embraced Shop Small Saturday as a way to celebrate the unique shops, eateries, makers, and services that make our downtown vibrant during the holiday shopping season! This year, Shop Small Saturday also marks the official kickoff of our 4th Annual … Continued
Holiday of Lights: Winter Wonderland Saturday, November 29, 2025 | 5–7PM | Downtown San Rafael at City Plaza Kick off the season at Downtown San Rafael’s Holiday of Lights: Winter Wonderland – a festive community gathering featuring the annual holiday tree lighting, warm drinks, twinkling lights, and joyful entertainment for all ages. Bundle up and … Continued
When: Wednesday, November 19th 5:30-7:30 P.M. (Presentation at 6 P.M.) Where: San Rafael Downtown Community Center, 618 B St, San Rafael, CA 94901 The San Rafael Citywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan update has an upcoming in-person engagement event! Join us anytime Wednesday, November 19th from 5:30-7:30pm at the San Rafael Downtown Community Center for a … Continued
On Saturday, November 12, the San Rafael Police Department was honored to participate in Target’s, “Heroes & Helpers” event. They partnered with Target stores, the Salvation Army San Rafael, and the San Rafael Police Association to support youth in our community. Thanks to this collaborative effort, 41 high school-aged youth were provided with the opportunity … Continued
Come join your neighbors and local scientists to document the highest tides of the year! Teams will use community science kits to explore how low-lying spots along the waterfront are affected by these extreme tides, also known as king tides. Measure flooding and take pictures alongside local experts, including guests from the Exploratorium! San Rafael … Continued
Happy Holidays! City Hall and all non-safety services will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 for Thanksgiving. For this winter, City Hall and most offices will be closed to the public but available for appointments upon request from Monday, December 22, 2025, through Friday, January 2, 2026 (Recreation centers … Continued
Community Meeting – Canal Neighborhood Active Transportation Enhancement Project, including lighting elements Tuesday, November 18th, from 9:30-10:30 A.M. San Rafael City Hall Third Floor Conference Room 1400 Fifth Ave. San Rafael, CA -OR- Zoom Link: https://cityofsanrafael-org.zoom.us/j/86904521176 One tap mobile: +16694449171,,86904521176# US Webinar ID: 869 0452 1176 Spanish translation services are available upon request. To … Continued
The City of San Rafael and the Fire Department invite you to a virtual community meeting for the Safe Parking & Parking Box Program. This meeting is part of Phase 4 of the program, which is focused on narrow and winding roads where parking and emergency access pose challenges. Visit SRFD.org/safeparking for more information about … Continued
