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Meet Your Neighbors: Rebound Bookstore

Where: Rebound Bookstore 1611 4th Street, West End Village, San Rafael  What we love: We love being more than just a retail outlet. A bookstore is a cultural center for thinkers and seekers. It’s a place of joy and exploration for children, a place of return to old imaginary friends for mature readers. It’s a…

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Summer Sidewalk Sale – Sat. August 24, 11am-5pm

Mark your calendars to participate in our great summer savings event on Saturday, August 24, 11-5pm! Join us for discounts, sales, demos, special events, food and lively shopping. The fun will stretch from downtown 4th Street to the West End Village. Downtown businesses will offer sales and discounts, special items, entertainment and an opportunity to…

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Member Mixer Thursday, September 26 from 5:30-7:30 pm at Istanbul Rug

September Mixer: Thursday, September 26 from 5:30 to 7:30PM Hosted by Ogi Teker at Istanbul Rug 1504 4th St, San Rafael, CA 94901 Please suggest topics/speakers you would be interested in HERE.

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Meet Your Neighbors

Introducing a new feature, where you’ll find the stories of members of the Downtown San Rafael business neighborhood.

Meet Your Neighbors: Rebound Bookstore

July 22, 2019

Where: Rebound Bookstore 1611 4th Street, West End Village, San Rafael  What we love: We love being more than just a retail outlet. A bookstore is a cultural center for thinkers and seekers. It’s a place of joy and exploration for children, a place of return to old imaginary friends for mature readers. It’s a place where the imagination is at home, where the sense of wonder is allowed its full expression.  Who: Owned and operated by Toni and Joel Eis Who designed the shop? The store was designed by Joel and Toni. Joel is a professional Scenic Designer and Toni is a photographer.  What are you best known for?  The welcoming atmosphere of the shop and the extensive book collection. Before I was a shopkeeper, I was…  A university professor of theatre and professional theatrical designer. Toni was a photographer, and Native American Art gallery manager in Durango, Colorado.…

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Watch the Downtown San Rafael BID website for member interviews. If you’d like to be featured or suggest someone else, please contact Sharon at folkart@thefolkartgallery.com

It’s easy to get highlighted. We’ll interview you, take some photos or use yours, and share your story on our website for all to see. We’ll get to know one another better and the writeups will become a lasting and growing piece of our community.

Downtown San Rafael Garages Free on Weekends

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Don't forget to tell your customers in person and through your social media and emails about the Free Parking on Saturdays and Sundays! FREE WEEKEND PARKING is in the A Street and C Street Garages, thanks to the Parking Department's pilot program. Let's keep it going by getting good participation! Win-Win.

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Downtown Events & BID Mixers

Second Fridays Art Walk, Farmer's Market, Sidewalk Sales, Brew & Wine Crawl, Small Business Saturday, Parade of Lights & more.
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San Rafael City Council is collecting public comment on plans to expand downtown business improvement district, which will includes Fourth Street from E Street to the Miracle Mile. (IJ archive photo/Frankie Frost)

Parking & Transportation

Parking meters, garages and lots. Employee & Resident Parking. Monthly Permits, Frequent Parker Cards, Parking Apps & Electric Vehicle Charging Stations. Smart Train & Public Transit.
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Our Mission. Meet the Staff, Board of Directors and find meeting agendas and minutes. Get involved.
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August 9th

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Sidewalk Sale is coming up soon! Join us for bargains, treasures and lots of fun! ... See MoreSee Less

Sidewalk Sale is coming up soon! Join us for bargains, treasures and lots of fun!
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August 2nd

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With proceeds from May Madness this past May we, The Downtown San Rafael Business Improvement District And the San Rafael Elks Lodge had the opportunity to donate to Camp Chance. Camp Chance is a program for under served youth in our community created by the San Rafael Police Department with collaboration from the Marin County Sheriff's Office, The Novato Police Department, and the Marin County Office of Education.

In the first picture we have From Left to right, the director of the Downtown BID, Eda Loche, Jaime Ortiz from Bank of Marin and President of the BID, Bob Meier from San Rafael Elks Lodge, and Rick Lewis May Madness producer and owner of Gold Rush Jewelers, presenting San Rafael Police Chief Diana Bishop with two checks that will all go to benefit Camp Chance.

"The 20th annual Camp Chance was held July 8th -July 12th . With your generous donations, the San Rafael Police Department and Marin County Sheriff’s Office hosted 72 underserved children from Marin County at Walker Creek Ranch. During the week, the children were kept busy with crafts, games, and gardening. In addition to the program delivered by the counselors from Walker Creek, the Campers were treated to presentations from the police department and sheriff’s office. The campers were able to see demonstrations from our K-9 handlers, SWAT team, and Crime Scene Investigators. The California Highway Patrol was gracious enough to fly their helicopter, H-30, over for a show and tell. On Thursday the kids were taken to Limantour Beach for a day of fun in the sun and sand. This was the first time some of these kids have been to the beach! " - SRPD

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With proceeds from May Madness this past May we, The Downtown San Rafael Business Improvement District And the San Rafael Elks Lodge had the opportunity to donate to Camp Chance. Camp Chance is a program for under served youth in our community created by the San Rafael Police Department with collaboration from the Marin County Sheriffs Office, The Novato Police Department, and the Marin County Office of Education. In the first picture we have From Left to right, the director of the Downtown BID, Eda Loche, Jaime Ortiz from Bank of Marin and President of the BID, Bob Meier from San Rafael Elks Lodge, and Rick Lewis May Madness producer and owner of Gold Rush Jewelers, presenting San Rafael Police Chief Diana Bishop with two checks that will all go to benefit Camp Chance. The 20th annual Camp Chance was held July 8th -July 12th . With your generous donations, the San Rafael Police Department and Marin County Sheriff’s Office hosted 72 underserved children from Marin County at Walker Creek Ranch. During the week, the children were kept busy with crafts, games, and gardening. In addition to the program delivered by the counselors from Walker Creek, the Campers were treated to presentations from the police department and sheriff’s office. The campers were able to see demonstrations from our K-9 handlers, SWAT team, and Crime Scene Investigators. The California Highway Patrol was gracious enough to fly their helicopter, H-30, over for a show and tell. On Thursday the kids were taken to Limantour Beach for a day of fun in the sun and sand. This was the first time some of these kids have been to the beach! - SRPD https://campchanceconnect.org/Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment
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Downtown San Rafael updated their cover photo.

July 26th

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July 24th

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This Saturday!!! Races begin at 1:30pm. 🚴🏻‍♀️🚴🏼‍♂️ The best criterium in the West Coast! Check out www.sanrafaelsunset.com for more information.The San Rafael Sunset Criterium is 1 month away! Check out our Official Crit Poster and be sure to thank our amazing sponsors who make this event possible!

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., Kaiser Permanente Thrive, Mike's Bikes, Baker Street Advisors, State Room, Toyota USA, Shimano-Road, San Rafael Chamber of Commerce, Cowbells.com, Marin Sanitary Service, Marin County Bicycle Coalition, Newmark Knight Frank, Peloton Imports, City of San Rafael - Government, Marin County Government, Equator Coffees & Teas, Touchstone Climbing, Straus Family Creamery, Mission Crit, Fishman Supply, Eliel Cycling, Tam Commons, Iron Springs Public House, Montecito Plaza Shopping Center, San Francisco Bike Law, Comcast, Hanson Distillery ... See MoreSee Less

This Saturday!!! Races begin at 1:30pm. 🚴🏻‍♀️🚴🏼‍♂️ The best criterium in the West Coast! Check out www.sanrafaelsunset.com for more information.
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July 22nd

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The Hops & Vines Stroll last Saturday sold out and was a festive and fun day! Let's do it again next year! ... See MoreSee Less

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We had so much fun and we’re reminded of the great shops & restaurants we have downtown. Thank you!

Such a great event- thank you!!

So fun!

Jocielyn Reddix

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