Archive for May 2025

For more than 60 years, the Pacific Sun has been Marin’s hype machine—spotlighting the tastemakers, scene-stealers, do-gooders and divine oddballs who make this place what it is. And now? It’s your turn to return the favor. This year’s Best of Marin is rolling out in two acts: You already selected our top nominees. Now it’s time to…

The City of San Rafael is updating its Citywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan which was last revised in 2018. This plan will outline priorities for improving walking and biking in San Rafael over the next 5-10 years. Get involved: Drop pins on the interactive map to show where improvements are needed. Take the survey to…

KTVU featured our Clean & Green Day in a live news segment highlighting how the San Rafael Downtown Business Improvement District marked Earth Day with a community cleanup. BID Board Member Tobi Lessem spoke about the lasting impact this beautification effort has on our downtown and the people who love it!  Great job Tobi!!!! WATCH…

AIM announces that the beloved San Rafael Summer Market is back, but with new dates and a fresh new vibe. This year, the Downtown San Rafael Summer Market will be held on the 2nd Friday of each month from June-August. The market hours are 5–9 PM and will be held on 4th St. near the…

The San Rafael Chamber hosted the 2025 Economic Forecast: Growth, Housing & Mobility.  They kicked off conversations about the economy – what’s going on federally and how it’s impacting all of us at home, progress and barriers to housing and the scoop about transportation. Congressman Jared Huffman kicked us off with some insight into what’s…

Hot Italian is a vibrant pizzeria, celebrated for its Italian roots, artisanal pizzas, and lively atmosphere. Located at 909 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901, it offers a variety of wood-fired pizzas, panini’s, and gelato all made in-house with fresh ingredients. The restaurant’s modern design features seating inside and outside on their sunny back patio space with a living wall. Whether…

Restaurant review: Irish pub a tasty addition to San Rafael  By Ann Walker | IJ correspondent UPDATED: May 6, 2025 at 2:22 PM PDT   READ FULL ARTICLE HERE  

Humbowl opens it’s second location in San Rafael! They offer healthy rice dishes that provide a punch of mixed vegetables, coupled with a protein choice, and a refreshing unique sauce to balance everything out. Each one has a different flavor profile. They can easily accommodate almost any dietary restrictions and allergies, including being incredibly vegan…