San Rafael

Whether you visit for your daily workout, your monthly beauty appointment, or your yearly vacation, Abbot Kinney Blvd never fails to intrigue, amuse and delight you. Stay connected for all the latest news and events.

Civic Center Library, located on the 4th floor of the Marin County Civic Center Administration Building designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and is home to the Anne T. Kent California Room collection of local history resources.

Book lovers of all ages are invited to visit our bookstore in the heart of downtown San Rafael. Friends Books, sponsored by the Friends of the San Rafael Public Library, offers a full range of new and gently-used books, beautifully organized and displayed for your browsing and shopping pleasure. Enter through a rare downtown garden into the sunny and friendly shop, just around the corner from Fourth Street and next door to the parking garage on C Street and 5th Avenue.

The temporary and experimental pop-up library at the Northgate mall in San Rafael has been such a success, the three partnering agencies have agreed to keep it open through April 2020.

Pond Farm Brewing Co. is a new brewery in the West End of downtown San Rafael. Our open, airy, casual taproom is a great place to bring your family and meet.

San Rafael Public Library offer a diverse collection of physical and digital materials including books, movies, shows, music, free passes to parks and museums, and more.

Casual eatery serving traditional Puerto Rican fare in a contemporary, plant-filled space.

Hip gastropub for house brews, cocktails, wood-fired pizza & American eats with a global touch.

Rated "Best of the County" by Marin Magazine and located in San Rafael, 25 miles north of San Francisco in the heart of Marin County, Peacock Gap Golf Club has been a pillar of the golf community for decades. The championship-level course cultivates a true love for the game with year-round golf tournaments and a full calendar of events that unfold in an unparalleled setting. Enjoy gorgeous views of Marin County while playing on one of Northern California’s best heritage courses.

The Pickleweed library is a branch location of the San Rafael Public Library and is located in the West end of the Albert J. Boro Community Center. The Pickleweed Library houses 6,000 volumes and is dedicated to serving the needs of the largely Spanish speaking community of the Canal Neighborhood of San Rafael. The library boasts a dedicated bilingual staff, a computer lab and hosts numerous community programs and events.

Wildcare Wildlife Hospital provides ongoing care for wildlife with its dedicated team of staff and volunteers. WildCare's Nature Education Programs teach children to love and value the natural world!

The farmers market in downtown San Rafael is such a longstanding tradition and AIM is excited to offer this for our local community. The market features an exciting mix of new and returning farmers and purveyors. You’ll discover and connect with farmers selling a bounty of seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables.