San Rafael Public Library

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Friends’ Book Sale on the Library Lawn

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Join us for this family friendly community event as we slip into the fall season.

Featured will be a huge arts collection- large format single artist books, architecture, design, graphic design, crafts, needle arts.
music, poetry, oldies, sets, classics, history, fiction in paper and hard cover for fall reading, natural history, large children’s section,
even CDs, DVDs & sheet music.  Delight in browsing superlative books, or even find some for gifts (because their condition is so close to new.)

Come early for best selection.  Return at 1:30 for half-price.

Want to volunteer?  Call Tom at 415. 485. 3104 and leave a clear message; we will call you back.

The Friends of the San Rafael Libraries have supported the purchase of books, equipment, programs for all ages, and much more. They support the downtown library as well as the Pickleweed and Northgate Mall branches.

 

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Summer Book Sale on the Library Lawn

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Marin’s Favorite Book Event of the Year !

Saturday, July 20 from 9:00am to 3:00pm. The sale is held on the main library lawn at 1100 E Street at Fifth Avenue under the shelter of an immense oak tree, a lovely old-fashioned setting for a clement summer day! Come early for the best selections —- although we’ll be refreshing the tables all morning long.Enjoy browsing 35 tables of everything for superlative summer reading at the beach, by the lake, or even in your backyard!  You’ll find coffee table fine art books, architecture, design, needle arts, gardening & landscape design, lots of great cook books, natural history, sports & health, poetry, classics & oldies, sets, a plethora of history, fiction in trade & hardcover, spirituality, tables of children’s books from board books to early teen favorites, comics & games, psychology, biographies, music CDs and DVDs, and much more…

Half-price sale starts at 2:00.Proceeds benefit programs for children and adults at our 3 library branches, from our summer reading program for kids to the art lecture series for adults.We do need more help, yes!
Early risers might help us set up between 7:00 and 9:00 while others may prefer helping us pack up from 3:30 to 5:00.
Want to help?  Contact Tom Koerber at 415.485.3104 to leave your contact information.  You will meet book lovers and enjoy a fast-paced but moderate workout.  Join us for some fun!

 

 

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Detect & Connect²

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Register for January 8th!

Register for February 11th (Friday)!

Join us for a free workshop about mental health and dementia issues in older adults.

How to Detect:
● The differences between normal aging and abnormal aging behaviors.
● Symptoms and behaviors.

How to Connect:
● Appropriate responses with compassion to client behavior.
● Good ways to communicate with older adults.
● Older adults to support services.

Who Should Attend?
Marin County Community members supporting the needs of older adults

About Marin Aging Action Initiative
This workshop was created and produced by the members of the Marin Aging Action Initiative Mental Health and Dementia Workgroup. The initiative is a collective effort of over 65 different agencies, grassroots organizations, commissions and neighborhood groups, funded by the County of Marin.

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Your Library 24/7

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Come join us at our new pop-up location on 4th Street, across from the Bank of America!

This ongoing class is designed to introduce you to the library’s free e-books, movies, TV shows, music, and more!

Attendees should:

  • Have an active library card inside the Marinet Library System, or sign up for one prior to class
  • Know how to use their devices (laptop, tablet, kindle, smartphone, etc)
  • Bring their device to each session
  • The classes are relevant for Apple and android devices

2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month, 2 pm – 3:30 pm 

Please register for the class by emailing: william.calhoun@cityofsanrafael.org

Class limited to 6 people per session

 

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Zentangle with Romi Marks

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Romi Marks will be providing online classes via Zoom every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. Romi has an art studio degree from Sonoma State and has been practicing the visual arts since childhood. She is a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT), educated by the creators of Zentangle, Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. Romi has been practicing and teaching Zentangle for many years, teaching at San Rafael Public Library since 2017.

Zentangle is a fun, relaxing and easy-to-learn art form that uses repetitive patterns to create beautiful images while improving focus and creativity. This new art form can be enjoyed by anyone, from beginners to professionals, providing artistic satisfaction and personal well being.

In this class you will delve in to the Zentangle method while creating a beautiful composition. Learn to draw patterns and use shading and color techniques to bring this Zentangle inspired composition to life. There will be a short, guided meditation and lots of step-by-step instructions. This class is two to three hours so please plan accordingly. Join the call a few of minutes early so we can all begin on time. As space is limited, be respectful of the library and your fellow students by attending the class you have signed up for. If you sign up, please show up.

Pre-registration required: June San Rafael Library Class — Tangled Yogi

On the day of the event or when the maximum number of registrants is met, the registration link will no longer work, so please register early.
After registering you will receive an email 2 days before class from tangledyogi@romiart.com with the Zoom link.

As space is limited, be respectful of the library and your fellow students by attending the class you have signed up for. If you sign up, please show up. Please contact the instructor if you need to cancel. 

For beginners, you can pick up a one-time, free starter kit at the adult reference desk at the San Rafael Library (1009 4th Street). The kit contains 4 – 4.5 x 4.5 Zentangle tiles, one Micron 05 pen, and colored pencils.

If you think you’ll be attending more classes, stock up on these supplies online or from your local art store:
4.5 x 4.5″ Zentangle Tiles (Genesis or Apprentice or any 4.5 x 4.5″ smooth cardstock)
Sakura Prisma Micron pen, .05mm, black
White gel pen
Prisma colored pencils
Graphite pencil and blending stump or q-tip

Testimonials:

Romi Marks is a fantastic teacher and guide through the meditative art process of Zentangle. When class was held at the San Rafael Library, I enjoyed and learned from each class that I attended. Now on Zoom, the experience is also wonderful. Less crowding and more meditative. Thank you for offering this most valuable class. Romi’s style offers calm and freedom especially in a time of uncertainty.
~Susan

Romi is a dynamic Zentangle instructor! This class was the calm in the eye of my chaotic week. Thank you for offering her classes through the library.
~Caritas

Words can never express the joy I get from the Tangled Yogi Zentangle classes your library offers. I draw them on cards and send them out to people who, “need a lift.” Feedback has been very positive. So very many people are having a difficult time right now; every small act of kindness brightens someone’s life for a while. Romi Marks, the Tangled Yogi, is a breath of fresh air! She is very kind, patient, and talented. Thank you again for offering these wonderful classes.
~Betsey

Once again, a HUGE thank you for your continued support of Roma Marks’ Zentangle class. She’s a fantastic teacher and her class is the highlight of my month, every month!~Lori

 

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Zentangle with Romi Marks

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Romi Marks will be providing online classes via Zoom every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. Romi has an art studio degree from Sonoma State and has been practicing the visual arts since childhood. She is a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT), educated by the creators of Zentangle, Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. Romi has been practicing and teaching Zentangle for many years, teaching at San Rafael Public Library since 2017.

Zentangle is a fun, relaxing and easy-to-learn art form that uses repetitive patterns to create beautiful images while improving focus and creativity. This new art form can be enjoyed by anyone, from beginners to professionals, providing artistic satisfaction and personal well being.

In this class you will delve in to the Zentangle method while creating a beautiful composition. Learn to draw patterns and use shading and color techniques to bring this Zentangle inspired composition to life. There will be a short, guided meditation and lots of step-by-step instructions. This class is two to three hours so please plan accordingly. Join the call a few of minutes early so we can all begin on time. As space is limited, be respectful of the library and your fellow students by attending the class you have signed up for. If you sign up, please show up.

Pre-registration required: Link will come about a week before class

On the day of the event or when the maximum number of registrants is met, the registration link will no longer work, so please register early.
After registering you will receive an email 2 days before class from tangledyogi@romiart.com with the Zoom link.

As space is limited, be respectful of the library and your fellow students by attending the class you have signed up for. If you sign up, please show up. Please contact the instructor if you need to cancel. 

For beginners, you can pick up a one-time, free starter kit at the adult reference desk at the San Rafael Library (1009 4th Street). The kit contains 4 – 4.5 x 4.5 Zentangle tiles, one Micron 05 pen, and colored pencils.

If you think you’ll be attending more classes, stock up on these supplies online or from your local art store:
4.5 x 4.5″ Zentangle Tiles (Genesis or Apprentice or any 4.5 x 4.5″ smooth cardstock)
Sakura Prisma Micron pen, .05mm, black
White gel pen
Prisma colored pencils
Graphite pencil and blending stump or q-tip

Testimonials:

Romi Marks is a fantastic teacher and guide through the meditative art process of Zentangle. When class was held at the San Rafael Library, I enjoyed and learned from each class that I attended. Now on Zoom, the experience is also wonderful. Less crowding and more meditative. Thank you for offering this most valuable class. Romi’s style offers calm and freedom especially in a time of uncertainty.
~Susan

Romi is a dynamic Zentangle instructor! This class was the calm in the eye of my chaotic week. Thank you for offering her classes through the library.
~Caritas

Words can never express the joy I get from the Tangled Yogi Zentangle classes your library offers. I draw them on cards and send them out to people who, “need a lift.” Feedback has been very positive. So very many people are having a difficult time right now; every small act of kindness brightens someone’s life for a while. Romi Marks, the Tangled Yogi, is a breath of fresh air! She is very kind, patient, and talented. Thank you again for offering these wonderful classes.
~Betsey

Once again, a HUGE thank you for your continued support of Roma Marks’ Zentangle class. She’s a fantastic teacher and her class is the highlight of my month, every month!~Lori

 

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Zentangle with Romi Marks

Posted by bonnie on

Romi Marks will be providing online classes via Zoom every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. Romi has an art studio degree from Sonoma State and has been practicing the visual arts since childhood. She is a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT), educated by the creators of Zentangle, Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. Romi has been practicing and teaching Zentangle for many years, teaching at San Rafael Public Library since 2017.

Zentangle is a fun, relaxing and easy-to-learn art form that uses repetitive patterns to create beautiful images while improving focus and creativity. This new art form can be enjoyed by anyone, from beginners to professionals, providing artistic satisfaction and personal well being.

In this class you will delve in to the Zentangle method while creating a beautiful composition. Learn to draw patterns and use shading and color techniques to bring this Zentangle inspired composition to life. There will be a short, guided meditation and lots of step-by-step instructions. This class is two to three hours so please plan accordingly. Join the call a few of minutes early so we can all begin on time. As space is limited, be respectful of the library and your fellow students by attending the class you have signed up for. If you sign up, please show up.

Pre-registration required: Link will come about a week before class

On the day of the event or when the maximum number of registrants is met, the registration link will no longer work, so please register early.
After registering you will receive an email 2 days before class from tangledyogi@romiart.com with the Zoom link.

As space is limited, be respectful of the library and your fellow students by attending the class you have signed up for. If you sign up, please show up. Please contact the instructor if you need to cancel. 

For beginners, you can pick up a one-time, free starter kit at the adult reference desk at the San Rafael Library (1009 4th Street). The kit contains 4 – 4.5 x 4.5 Zentangle tiles, one Micron 05 pen, and colored pencils.

If you think you’ll be attending more classes, stock up on these supplies online or from your local art store:
4.5 x 4.5″ Zentangle Tiles (Genesis or Apprentice or any 4.5 x 4.5″ smooth cardstock)
Sakura Prisma Micron pen, .05mm, black
White gel pen
Prisma colored pencils
Graphite pencil and blending stump or q-tip

Testimonials:

Romi Marks is a fantastic teacher and guide through the meditative art process of Zentangle. When class was held at the San Rafael Library, I enjoyed and learned from each class that I attended. Now on Zoom, the experience is also wonderful. Less crowding and more meditative. Thank you for offering this most valuable class. Romi’s style offers calm and freedom especially in a time of uncertainty.
~Susan

Romi is a dynamic Zentangle instructor! This class was the calm in the eye of my chaotic week. Thank you for offering her classes through the library.
~Caritas

Words can never express the joy I get from the Tangled Yogi Zentangle classes your library offers. I draw them on cards and send them out to people who, “need a lift.” Feedback has been very positive. So very many people are having a difficult time right now; every small act of kindness brightens someone’s life for a while. Romi Marks, the Tangled Yogi, is a breath of fresh air! She is very kind, patient, and talented. Thank you again for offering these wonderful classes.
~Betsey

Once again, a HUGE thank you for your continued support of Roma Marks’ Zentangle class. She’s a fantastic teacher and her class is the highlight of my month, every month!~Lori

 

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Zentangle with Romi Marks

Posted by bonnie on

Romi Marks will be providing online classes via Zoom every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. Romi has an art studio degree from Sonoma State and has been practicing the visual arts since childhood. She is a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT), educated by the creators of Zentangle, Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. Romi has been practicing and teaching Zentangle for many years, teaching at San Rafael Public Library since 2017.

Zentangle is a fun, relaxing and easy-to-learn art form that uses repetitive patterns to create beautiful images while improving focus and creativity. This new art form can be enjoyed by anyone, from beginners to professionals, providing artistic satisfaction and personal well being.

In this class you will delve in to the Zentangle method while creating a beautiful composition. Learn to draw patterns and use shading and color techniques to bring this Zentangle inspired composition to life. There will be a short, guided meditation and lots of step-by-step instructions. This class is two to three hours so please plan accordingly. Join the call a few of minutes early so we can all begin on time. As space is limited, be respectful of the library and your fellow students by attending the class you have signed up for. If you sign up, please show up.

Pre-registration required: Link will come about a week before class

On the day of the event or when the maximum number of registrants is met, the registration link will no longer work, so please register early.
After registering you will receive an email 2 days before class from tangledyogi@romiart.com with the Zoom link.

As space is limited, be respectful of the library and your fellow students by attending the class you have signed up for. If you sign up, please show up. Please contact the instructor if you need to cancel. 

For beginners, you can pick up a one-time, free starter kit at the adult reference desk at the San Rafael Library (1009 4th Street). The kit contains 4 – 4.5 x 4.5 Zentangle tiles, one Micron 05 pen, and colored pencils.

If you think you’ll be attending more classes, stock up on these supplies online or from your local art store:
4.5 x 4.5″ Zentangle Tiles (Genesis or Apprentice or any 4.5 x 4.5″ smooth cardstock)
Sakura Prisma Micron pen, .05mm, black
White gel pen
Prisma colored pencils
Graphite pencil and blending stump or q-tip

Testimonials:

Romi Marks is a fantastic teacher and guide through the meditative art process of Zentangle. When class was held at the San Rafael Library, I enjoyed and learned from each class that I attended. Now on Zoom, the experience is also wonderful. Less crowding and more meditative. Thank you for offering this most valuable class. Romi’s style offers calm and freedom especially in a time of uncertainty.
~Susan

Romi is a dynamic Zentangle instructor! This class was the calm in the eye of my chaotic week. Thank you for offering her classes through the library.
~Caritas

Words can never express the joy I get from the Tangled Yogi Zentangle classes your library offers. I draw them on cards and send them out to people who, “need a lift.” Feedback has been very positive. So very many people are having a difficult time right now; every small act of kindness brightens someone’s life for a while. Romi Marks, the Tangled Yogi, is a breath of fresh air! She is very kind, patient, and talented. Thank you again for offering these wonderful classes.
~Betsey

Once again, a HUGE thank you for your continued support of Roma Marks’ Zentangle class. She’s a fantastic teacher and her class is the highlight of my month, every month!~Lori

 

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Zentangle with Romi Marks

Posted by bonnie on

Romi Marks will be providing online classes via Zoom every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. Romi has an art studio degree from Sonoma State and has been practicing the visual arts since childhood. She is a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT), educated by the creators of Zentangle, Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. Romi has been practicing and teaching Zentangle for many years, teaching at San Rafael Public Library since 2017.

Zentangle is a fun, relaxing and easy-to-learn art form that uses repetitive patterns to create beautiful images while improving focus and creativity. This new art form can be enjoyed by anyone, from beginners to professionals, providing artistic satisfaction and personal well being.

In this class you will delve in to the Zentangle method while creating a beautiful composition. Learn to draw patterns and use shading and color techniques to bring this Zentangle inspired composition to life. There will be a short, guided meditation and lots of step-by-step instructions. This class is two to three hours so please plan accordingly. Join the call a few of minutes early so we can all begin on time. As space is limited, be respectful of the library and your fellow students by attending the class you have signed up for. If you sign up, please show up.

Pre-registration required: Link will come about a week before class

On the day of the event or when the maximum number of registrants is met, the registration link will no longer work, so please register early.
After registering you will receive an email 2 days before class from tangledyogi@romiart.com with the Zoom link.

As space is limited, be respectful of the library and your fellow students by attending the class you have signed up for. If you sign up, please show up. Please contact the instructor if you need to cancel. 

For beginners, you can pick up a one-time, free starter kit at the adult reference desk at the San Rafael Library (1009 4th Street). The kit contains 4 – 4.5 x 4.5 Zentangle tiles, one Micron 05 pen, and colored pencils.

If you think you’ll be attending more classes, stock up on these supplies online or from your local art store:
4.5 x 4.5″ Zentangle Tiles (Genesis or Apprentice or any 4.5 x 4.5″ smooth cardstock)
Sakura Prisma Micron pen, .05mm, black
White gel pen
Prisma colored pencils
Graphite pencil and blending stump or q-tip

Testimonials:

Romi Marks is a fantastic teacher and guide through the meditative art process of Zentangle. When class was held at the San Rafael Library, I enjoyed and learned from each class that I attended. Now on Zoom, the experience is also wonderful. Less crowding and more meditative. Thank you for offering this most valuable class. Romi’s style offers calm and freedom especially in a time of uncertainty.
~Susan

Romi is a dynamic Zentangle instructor! This class was the calm in the eye of my chaotic week. Thank you for offering her classes through the library.
~Caritas

Words can never express the joy I get from the Tangled Yogi Zentangle classes your library offers. I draw them on cards and send them out to people who, “need a lift.” Feedback has been very positive. So very many people are having a difficult time right now; every small act of kindness brightens someone’s life for a while. Romi Marks, the Tangled Yogi, is a breath of fresh air! She is very kind, patient, and talented. Thank you again for offering these wonderful classes.
~Betsey

Once again, a HUGE thank you for your continued support of Roma Marks’ Zentangle class. She’s a fantastic teacher and her class is the highlight of my month, every month!~Lori

 

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Zentangle with Romi Marks

Posted by bonnie on

Romi Marks will be providing online classes via Zoom every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. Romi has an art studio degree from Sonoma State and has been practicing the visual arts since childhood. She is a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT), educated by the creators of Zentangle, Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. Romi has been practicing and teaching Zentangle for many years, teaching at San Rafael Public Library since 2017.

Zentangle is a fun, relaxing and easy-to-learn art form that uses repetitive patterns to create beautiful images while improving focus and creativity. This new art form can be enjoyed by anyone, from beginners to professionals, providing artistic satisfaction and personal well being.

In this class you will delve in to the Zentangle method while creating a beautiful composition. Learn to draw patterns and use shading and color techniques to bring this Zentangle inspired composition to life. There will be a short, guided meditation and lots of step-by-step instructions. This class is two to three hours so please plan accordingly. Join the call a few of minutes early so we can all begin on time. As space is limited, be respectful of the library and your fellow students by attending the class you have signed up for. If you sign up, please show up.

Pre-registration required: Link will come about a week before class

On the day of the event or when the maximum number of registrants is met, the registration link will no longer work, so please register early.
After registering you will receive an email 2 days before class from tangledyogi@romiart.com with the Zoom link.

As space is limited, be respectful of the library and your fellow students by attending the class you have signed up for. If you sign up, please show up. Please contact the instructor if you need to cancel. 

For beginners, you can pick up a one-time, free starter kit at the adult reference desk at the San Rafael Library (1009 4th Street). The kit contains 4 – 4.5 x 4.5 Zentangle tiles, one Micron 05 pen, and colored pencils.

If you think you’ll be attending more classes, stock up on these supplies online or from your local art store:
4.5 x 4.5″ Zentangle Tiles (Genesis or Apprentice or any 4.5 x 4.5″ smooth cardstock)
Sakura Prisma Micron pen, .05mm, black
White gel pen
Prisma colored pencils
Graphite pencil and blending stump or q-tip

Testimonials:

Romi Marks is a fantastic teacher and guide through the meditative art process of Zentangle. When class was held at the San Rafael Library, I enjoyed and learned from each class that I attended. Now on Zoom, the experience is also wonderful. Less crowding and more meditative. Thank you for offering this most valuable class. Romi’s style offers calm and freedom especially in a time of uncertainty.
~Susan

Romi is a dynamic Zentangle instructor! This class was the calm in the eye of my chaotic week. Thank you for offering her classes through the library.
~Caritas

Words can never express the joy I get from the Tangled Yogi Zentangle classes your library offers. I draw them on cards and send them out to people who, “need a lift.” Feedback has been very positive. So very many people are having a difficult time right now; every small act of kindness brightens someone’s life for a while. Romi Marks, the Tangled Yogi, is a breath of fresh air! She is very kind, patient, and talented. Thank you again for offering these wonderful classes.
~Betsey

Once again, a HUGE thank you for your continued support of Roma Marks’ Zentangle class. She’s a fantastic teacher and her class is the highlight of my month, every month!~Lori

 

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  • 4th Street Pop-Up Library

    Hours
    Sun: 10:00-5:00
    Mon: 10:00-7:00
    Tues: 10:00-7:00
    Weds: 10:00-7:00
    Thurs: 10:00-5:00
    Fri: 10:00-5:00
    Sat: 10:00-5:00

    Contact
    (415) 485-3323

    Address
    1009 4th Street
    San Rafael, CA 94901

  • Pickleweed Library

    Hours
    Sun: closed
    Mon: 10:00-5:00
    Tues: 10:00-5:00
    Weds: 12:00-7:00
    Thurs: 10:00-5:00
    Fri: 10:00-5:00
    Sat: 10:00-5:00

    Contact
    (415) 485-3483

    Address
    50 Canal Street
    San Rafael, CA 94901

  • Northgate Library

    Hours
    Sun: closed
    Mon: closed
    Tues: 12:00-7:00
    Weds: 10:00-5:00
    Thurs: 10:00-5:00
    Fri: 10:00-5:00
    Sat: 10:00-5:00

    Contact
    (415) 890-5670

    Address
    5800 Northgate Drive Ste. 083
    San Rafael, CA 94903


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