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Check Out the 2026 Street Sweeping Schedule
San Rafael’s Department of Public Works keeps San Rafael looking its best with it’s street sweeping schedule. The City’s annual street sweeping program runs April through October, helping remove dirt, debris, and pollutants to keep our streets clean and safe. In Downtown San Rafael, sweeping takes place every Friday, so be sure to plan ahead and…
Read MoreSpring Swing Open House – Perform for Golf, 1328 4th Street!
Celebrate spring with Perform for Golf at their Spring Swing Open House on Friday, April 17 from 5–8 PM at their San Rafael location (1328 4th Street)! This family-friendly event is open to all and packed with fun, enjoy putting competitions, simulator challenges, quick swing sessions with coaches, raffle prizes, and more. Light bites and…
Read MoreGrand Reopening Celebration – Madge & Me Hats, April 11, 2026,1570 4th Street
Join Madge & Me Hats as they celebrate their new West End location with a special reopening party on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 4–6 PM at 1570 4th Street! Come tip your hat to one of Downtown’s most stylish shops and check out the fabulous new hats in town, perfect for spring and beyond!…
Read MoreAIM’s San Rafael Summer Market Starts in May
Sell at the San Rafael Farmers Market Have a unique product or locally made food concept? The Agricultural Institute of Marin is now accepting select vendor applications for its Downtown San Rafael seasonal market. From artisans and food purveyors to entertainers, AIM markets prioritize high-quality, locally produced goods that enhance the market experience. With thousands…
Read MoreUpcoming Marin SBDC Trainings – April & May 2026
The SBDC provides virtual and in-person training and workshops designed for business development on various key topics. Did we mention these trainings are free? APRIL WORKSHOPS: ALL LUNCHTIME SESSIONS | NO COST & VIA ZOOM SCALING SALES WITH GOOGLE ADS WED APR 8 | 12:00 pm — 1:30 pm Learn how to use Google Ads…
Read MoreDowntown San Rafael Arts District Grant Opportunity – ArtBurst 2026 Grant
Are you an arts organization ready to make a meaningful impact in Downtown San Rafael through a creative, community-driven project? The Downtown San Rafael Arts District (Arts District) invites non-profits, visual and performing artists, designers, and cultural creators of all disciplines to apply for ArtBurst 2026 grant funding to support innovative, inclusive, and culturally resonant…
Read MorePaul Navazio Appointed Acting City Manager
This month, the San Rafael City Council appointed Paul Navazio as Acting City Manager. Paul has served as the City’s Finance Director since July 2023 and brings more than 30 years of experience in public finance and municipal management, including previous roles as City Manager of Woodland and Assistant City Manager and Finance Director for…
Read MoreSan Rafael denies appeals against 17-story apartment tower – 700 Irwin
Marin IJ: The San Rafael City Council recently denied appeals against a proposed 17-story mixed-use apartment tower at 700 Irwin Street, clearing a key step for the project to move forward. The development would include about 200 housing units, commercial space, and affordable housing components near the canal and downtown. READ FULL IJ ARTICLE HERE…
Read MoreWelcoming Meesa Method Body Works & Thai Massage, 1407 4th Street, to our Downtown!
ABOUT MEESA METHOD Adnan Meesa was immersed in the art and science of Thai massage from childhood in Thailand. Growing up surrounded by the rich traditions of Thai bodywork, Adnan developed an intuitive understanding of the body’s energy pathways and muscular systems long before entering formal training. This early immersion laid the foundation for a…
Read MoreThe Work of Tom Harrison, Tackling Graffiti in Downtown
Take a stroll through Downtown San Rafael and you’re likely to spot local Tom Harrison quietly taking care of eyesores that many people pass right by: graffiti & stickers. Tom has been volunteering to help our Downtown since 2015, first helping with litter cleanup. In 2023, he took on a new “hobby” – removing graffiti…
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