Pacific Sun Best of Marin VOTE 2024

The Pacific Sun Best of Marin 2024 Readers Poll For over 60 years, the Pacific Sun has shone a spotlight on the best that Marin County as to offer. Now it’s time to turn to you, our loyal readers, to share what makes our region the finest place to live, work, and revel, through our…

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Supporting Economic Vitality for Small Business Owners – $10,000 Grant, Deadline April 7

Supporting Economic Vitality for Small Business Owners In partnership with American Express, the Backing Small Businesses grant program supports economically vulnerable and under-resourced small businesses with community reach. This year, eligible small business owners can apply for $10,000 grants for projects that grow or improve their businesses by building community, supporting their economic viability, or…

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2024 Labor Law & Handbook Updates – March 20 Workshop

Mar 20 12:00 pm — 1:15 pm If you are an employer, then this workshop will be important for you. In 2024, new employment laws have already gone into effect and there will be more coming in July. All of these changes will impact the way you conduct your business. This workshop will cover the recent changes,…

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2024 Business of the Year Nominations – San Rafael Chamber!

Calling All 2024 Business of the Year Nominations! Don’t forget to vote for your favorite Chamber Business of the Year and Downtown San Rafael Business of the Year. Honorees will be announced at the State of the City – Taste of San Rafael, Business of the Year Awards on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Award categories…

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Become a Canva Pro – April 25 Workshop

Thursday, April 25 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM Canva, often described as the “design tool for non-designers,” is a fantastic platform to help you craft a variety of visual formats: social media posts, presentations, print materials such as flyers and post cards, mockups, and many others. This workshop will teach you how to use Canva…

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Increase Sales with Google Ads – April 4th Workshop

Thursday, April 4 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM FREE WORKSHOP This webinar will teach you ways to use Google Ads to increase your marketing capabilities and show up better in searches. Clients who have taken this workshop have seen increases in sales and a targeted approach to attracting the right clients.   Here’s a recent…

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ArtRageous: Burning Bubbles Bash, April 20

ArtRageous: Burning Bubbles Bash Saturday, April 20, 2024 • 7–10pm Join us for an evening of live music, delicious nosh, art exhibits, and festive libations at Art Works Downtown’s Burning Bubbles Bash! Get groovy with The Crooked Stuff and have an arty party time, while supporting our mission to provide an environment where visual arts thrive for…

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New in Town – TuTu Lounge (old Bogie’s location)

There’s a new San Rafael restaurant on Fourth Street!  TuTu Lounge, serving “Pacific Rim Cuisine”, has taken over at 1335 – 4th St in the Art Works Downtown building. This location has been home to a few restaurants over the past dozen years. Odalisque Cafe & Grille, Green Chile Kitchen & Bogie’s Too. Much of…

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San Rafael Leadership Institute Class Project – Utility Box “Art With a Purpose” – CALL TO ARTISTS

Utility Box Painting Program returns to San Rafael! What: The San Rafael Leadership Institute Class of 2024 “Art with a Purpose” project promotes creating a healthy, sustainable, inclusive, and resilient community. Why: Install art on existing infrastructure, aiming to inspire residents, job seekers, and employers by promoting chamber values such as sustainability, inclusivity, and equitable opportunities. Specifically, we…

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Dancing Under the Lights – A New Celebration and Pivot

February 29, 2024 BID Members   Dear BID Members, It is with great excitement that we introduce, Dancing Under The Lights (DUTL). The purpose of introducing Dancing Under The Lights is to showcase our next step from the former Dining Under The Lights. Dining Under The Lights was a very important part of bringing community…

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