Ranger Storytime

Posted by Aaron on 10 May 22

For families with children ages 0-5

Rangers from the Marin Municipal Water District and One Tam will join us at select weekly storytimes to share nature-related storybooks and songs, as well as information about the flora and fauna of our local open spaces.

Process Art Saturdays

Posted by Aaron on 10 May 22

Happening at all 3 locations:

Downtown (1100 E St)
Pickleweed (50 Canal St)
Northgate (5800 Northgate Dr)

Process Art emphasizes the process of making art. It is about the experience we have while creating, rather than the outcome; there is no right or wrong way to explore. Each session new materials and techniques will be offered, with a tie-in to a famous artist whose work influences our exploration.

This series of programs is for all ages, from very small children to older adults! Wear clothes that are okay to get messy.

Plant Care Workshop

Posted by bonnie on 09 May 22

Marin Master Gardeners will walk program attendees through the basics of caring for jade plants – and you’ll be able to take one home!

All supplies will be included.

Drag Storytime & Sunday Tea

Posted by on 04 May 22

Join us for a very special drag storytime on the Downtown Library Lawn, followed by Sunday Tea in collaboration with the Spahr Center. Everyone is welcome to join us for storytime, play, and refreshments. Dress in an outfit that makes you feel special!

The Spahr Center’s Sunday Tea is a social event where families with LGBTQ+ and questioning kids in elementary school and younger can meet, socialize, and make new friendships. You can take a look at their events calendar for more LGBTQ+ support programs.

Have questions about Drag Storytime? We’ve got answers!

Drag Storytime FAQs

Northgate Storytime

Posted by on 04 May 22

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories every Wednesday at 10:30 in the Northgate Mall Food Court! Please note we will be taking a storytime break from 3/23 through 4/5, restarting on 4/12.

Join us for Stay & Play after each of our weekly storytimes! We will have some toddler-friendly puzzles, blocks, and music toys out for 30 minutes.

¡Únete a nosotros y quédate a jugar despúes de la hora de cuentos! Tendremos juegos, rompecabezas, bloques, y juguetes por 30 minutos.

Pet Care 101

Posted by Aaron on 03 May 22

For youth entering grades K-6
In person; no registration required

Marin Humane presents a workshop on how to care for pets, aimed specifically at kids excited who want to better care for their furry friends. Learn all about pet care and meet a special animal ambassador!  

Pet Care 101

Posted by Aaron on 03 May 22

For youth entering grades K-6
In person; no registration required

Marin Humane presents a workshop on how to care for pets, aimed specifically at kids excited who want to better care for their furry friends. Learn all about pet care and meet a special animal ambassador!  

Pet Care 101

Posted by Aaron on 03 May 22

For youth entering grades K-6
In person; no registration required

Marin Humane presents a workshop on how to care for pets, aimed specifically at kids excited who want to better care for their furry friends. Learn all about pet care and meet a special animal ambassador!  

Huge Book Sale

Posted by bonnie on 26 April 22

Friends of the San Rafael Libraries will host their annual Huge Book Sale on the downtown library lawn on Saturday, June 25 from 9:00 to 3:30.

You will enjoy browsing among 30 tables of books on all topics with voluptuous collections of large scale art books, cooking, gardening and history, plus classics, poetry, vintage sets, and a plethora of charming children’s books. All this takes place under the shelter of a beautiful deciduous oak tree.

You’ll see old friends from cello lessons and tennis team, your kid’s soccer coach, your long lost high school test cram buddy; it will be old home day!

We know you’ll find great things because that’s what they put in this sale.

Come early for the best selections; tables will be refreshed during the day. Half price starts at 2:30.

Anniversary Book Sale at Friends Books

Posted by bonnie on 21 April 22

Friends Books will be having an anniversary sale May 3 through 7 at the downtown store. Open hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 to 4:00.

This charming book shop is located at 1016  C  Street  between 4th and 5th in downtown San Rafael.  

All Non-Fiction books, including CDs, DVDs and audio books, will be reduced for this sale.

This is the perfect time to find an enticing new book on gardening or cooking for a Mother’s day gift!