San Rafael Public Library

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Know Your Rights

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Join us for a workshop on Student Rights and School Bullying, presented by the Council on American Islamic Relations.

The presentation focuses on the many ways bullying presents itself, impacts students of various backgrounds, what students should do, and what laws protect them in public schools.

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Marin Master Gardeners – Gifts from the Garden

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New Location – Council Chambers, next door to the library

Learn how easy it is to grow herbs and turn the bounty of your garden into culinary treasures, from delicately scented sugars and teas to flavorful herb salt rubs and herb-infused vinegars.

Each attendee will be able to take home 4 gifts they have made with a master gardener that day.

Anne-Marie Walker, a Master Gardener since 2005, served as MMG President in 2010. Certified by the University of California as a Trainer for both Edible and Sustainable Landscapes, she co-chaired Farm Day for four years introducing school children to a new vegetable each year. She writes articles on edibles and herbs for UC publications and the Marin Independent Journal and conducts public seminars. A fourth generation San Franciscan, she first learned about farming on her family’s Gravenstein apple and sheep ranch in Cloverdale. She holds a BS from Georgetown University and an MBA from University of San Francisco. She helped found a UC program, Dig it, Grow it, Eat it taught in both school and community gardens.

CE: 1 CE Unit

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Book Publishing – What Do I Need to Know?

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Writing a book is only a tiny part of getting a book in a reader’s hands. Learn what matters even more.

The marketing, selling, and administration of writing a book takes more time regardless of whether you self publish or sell your book to a publisher.

Drop-in for tips and insights about the realities of modern book publishing.

Chris Johnson has taught university-level writing classes from 1996 to 2018 (at Dominican University for 9 years) and has been writing and editing professionally for 30+ years. She specializes in non-fiction, book writing and publishing, and business correspondence. She also tutors people to use MS Word for PCs  and is available by appointment through the San Rafael Public Library.

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Fall Book Sale at Friends Books

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We’re having a Fall Book Sale at Friends Books on November 5 thru 9, Tuesday thru Saturday from 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Get cozy with some Fine Fall Reading for the Whole Family, plus great giftable books for holiday giving.

Get organized the easy way… do it ahead of the holidays!

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Stories for You

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Join us for an interactive storytime for adults with developmental disabilities and their family, friends and caregivers. Enjoy stories, songs and movement, followed by a fun art activity.

Stories for You provides an opportunity for folks with developmental disabilities to socialize and build comfort in a welcoming and accessible library environment. All abilities welcome!

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Cards for Hospitalized Kids

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While a card might seem simple, it can have a tremendous impact on a hospitalized child and their family.

We’ll provide all the supplies you need to make beautiful handmade cards, and we’ll send them to Cards for Hospitalized Kids to be distributed to hospitals around the country.

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CANCELLED–10,000 Degrees Information Session

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Unfortunately we had to cancel this event due to scheduling issues. We are working on finding a date to reschedule.

10,000 Degrees is a non-profit committed to helping students from low-income backgrounds get into college, get through college, and positively impact their communities and the world.

Come to this information session to learn more about what 10,000 Degrees offers, and find out everything you need to know to apply.

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10,000 Degrees Information Session

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10,000 Degrees is a non-profit committed to helping students from low-income backgrounds get into college, get through college, and positively impact their communities and the world.

Come to this information session to learn more about what 10,000 Degrees offers, and find out everything you need to know to apply.

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Canceled – Family Storytime

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All San Rafael Public Library programs are canceled through the end of March. Library patrons are advised to follow the recommendations issued by the Department of Public Health regarding social gatherings.

Find the latest local information on Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) here.

Storytime

This is an action-packed story time with stories, songs, fingerplays, puppets, flannelboard stories and Mother Goose. Perfect for children from birth to 5 years old, accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Stay and Play for thirty minutes after Family Storytime!

Wednesday Mornings, 10:30am-11am, with some breaks during holiday weeks.

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Canceled – Game On! Board Game Night for Teens & Adults

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All San Rafael Public Library programs are canceled through the end of March. Library patrons are advised to follow the recommendations issued by the Department of Public Health regarding social gatherings.

Find the latest local information on Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) here.

 

 

Drop-in for our weekly board game night for adults and teens.

Come play – we’ll provide the games as in-library use only.

Chess, Checkers, Scrabble, Backgammon, Mancala, and Bananagram.

No instruction will be offered. Ask for a game at the service desk.

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  • Downtown Library

    Hours
    Sun: 10 AM–5 PM
    Mon: 10 AM–7 PM
    Tues: 10 AM–7 PM
    Weds: 10 AM–7 PM
    Thurs: 10 AM–5 PM
    Fri: 10 AM–5 PM
    Sat: 10 AM–5 PM

    Contact
    (415) 485-3323

    Address
    1100 E Street
    San Rafael, CA 94901

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    Sun: Closed
    Mon: 10 AM–5 PM
    Tues: 10 AM–5 PM
    Weds: 12 PM–7 PM
    Thurs: 10 AM–5 PM
    Fri: 10 AM–5 PM
    Sat: 10 AM–5 PM

    Contact
    (415) 485-3483

    Address
    50 Canal Street
    San Rafael, CA 94901

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    Hours
    Sun: Closed
    Mon: Closed
    Tues: 12 PM–7 PM
    Weds: 10 AM–5 PM
    Thurs: 10 AM–5 PM
    Fri: 10 AM–5 PM
    Sat: 10 AM–5 PM

    Contact
    (415) 890-5670

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


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