Jeremy the Juggler

Posted by on 22 June 19

Jeremy the Juggler brings his amazing juggling, origami and acrobatics to the Pickleweed Library once again. Don’t miss Jeremy ride his 10-foot high unicycle as he juggles 10 balls.

Magical Moonshine Theatre

Posted by on 22 June 19

What if the Three Bears were really Teddy Bears? And What if Goldilocks was not a little girl at all, but a golden, mischievous little dog? Don’t miss this delightful, bilingual retelling of the classic fairytale entitled Puppylocks and the Three Bears.

Summer Reads Sale at Friends Books

Posted by bonnie on 17 June 19

The Friends of the Library will have a Summer Reads Sale on the patio in front of their beautiful store on C Street, between 4th and 5th, next to the parking garage.

Great books for beach, lake, patio or airplane reading. Vacation related books, paperback fiction, and kids books at special prices,

Plus, books for kids to take camping, to Grandma’s or for the long air flight.

Join the fun! Get ready to read and roll!

Tales to Trails: Hal Brown Park

Posted by on 12 June 19

Experience your public lands using our free community shuttle program. Enjoy a day at Hal Brown Park (formerly Creekside) in Larkspur. This park offers beautiful views of Mount Tamalpais and a treasured hiking path along a marsh. Join us for a fun ranger-led walk, sensory scavenger hunt, plus a hands-on art project, while enjoying the beauty of Mount Tamalpais and playground area.

The free shuttle will leave from the downtown San Rafael Public Library (1100 E Street) at 10:00 am and return by 3:00 pm. Free lunch will also be provided. This trip is accessible to all; we can provide any needed accommodations.

Space is limited, please visit the San Rafael Public Library, call us at 415-485-3322, or email library@cityofsanrafael.org to signup! This trip is open to all ages, but youth 17 and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Roving Ranger

Posted by on 12 June 19

The One Tam mobile trailhead will visit the downtown library to hand out maps, trail guides, goodies, and information about how to make the most of our public lands. The Roving Ranger is also a mobile museum, featuring a 3D topographical map of Mt. Tamalpais and other cool features to learn about Marin wildlife and open spaces. For all ages.

Apollo 11 Moon Landing – Special Event Screening

Posted by on 08 June 19

Art Talk: Ed Hardy and the Art of the New Tattoo

Posted by bonnie on 05 June 19

FAMSF Docent, Kathryn Zupsic will present the work of renowned tattoo artist and California native Ed Hardy and how his art elevated the tattoo from its subculture status to an important visual art form.

After art school, Ed Hardy deviated from the path to professorship and became one of the most influential tattoo artists of the 20th century. His iconic style emerged from his childhood fascination with classic American tattooing, study of prints by artists like Rembrandt and Goya, and deep influence from Japan’s ukiyo-e era culture. Survey his life in art through an eclectic display of paintings, sketches, interactive digital displays, and much more. Ed Hardy: Deeper than Skin is on view now through October 6 at the de Young.

This exhibition is at the De Young through October 6.

Tools for Democracy

Posted by bonnie on 03 June 19

Come and learn how to be a more effectively engaged citizen – all ages are welcome!

We’ll talk about common tools – ranging from the technological to the social – used by community members and organizations to engage with our fellow citizens, cities, counties, and states.

We’ll cover:

• collaboratively writing op-eds to the newspaper

• gathering signatures for a petition

• understanding how city council and committee meetings are run

• secure communicating with each other

• mobilizing large groups of people and individuals into collective action

…as well as any questions you might have.

Facilitators, Simon Vansintjan and Lisa Doering are both active participants in San Rafael (and Marin’s) grassroots movements. They cumulatively have decades of experience working with small local and national organizations, as well as in the workplace and the home. They believe that learning together and sharing knowledge is one of the best ways to get better and to build a more democratic society.

They are associated with Marin Environmental Housing Collaborative, Showing up for Racial Justice Marin, Democratic Socialists of America, Marin Organizing Committee, and ICE Out of Marin.

Origami Club

Posted by Aaron on 29 May 19

Come practice origami in a fun environment– all levels welcome! Paper will be provided and advanced folders will be present to help you learn the basics.

For grades 3+.

Ojos de Dios at the Pop-Up

Posted by Aaron on 29 May 19

Join Oakland-based artist Rachel Palacios to learn about the significance of ojos de dios in Mexico. Then try your hand at making your own ojos de dios using colorful yarns!

For grades 3+.