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Meet at the McInnis Park dock in San Rafael (310 Smith Ranch Rd). From Hwy 101 in San Rafael, take the exit for Smith Ranch Rd east, then go approximately 0.7 miles. Enter the park and look for the softball field on the right. Turn right, then immediately left into the dock parking area. 

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From Hwy 101 in San Rafael, take the exit for North San Pedro Rd (if coming from Hwy 101 north, follow signs to the Civic Center and North San Pedro Rd). Once on North San Pedro Rd, turn left at the stoplight onto Civic Center Drive and follow it for 0.2 mile. Turn right into the Jury Lot parking area and park beside the playground. 

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Meet at Hal Brown Park across from Marin General Hospital. From Hwy 101 in Larkspur, take the Sir Francis Drake Blvd exit, head west 1.2 miles, turn left onto Bon Air Rd, and follow 0.3 miles. The park is on the right.

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Meet at the Black Point Boat Launch on Harbor Dr in Novato. From Hwy 101 in Novato, take the exit for Napa/Vallejo (Hwy 37) and head east 2.6 miles. Take the Atherton Ave exit toward Black Point, merge onto Harbor Dr, and follow it for 0.7 miles. The boat launch is on the right, under the bridge. 

Browse for unique second-hand treasures at the Fall Trash to Treasures Flea Market. Shop a wide variety of vintage finds, household goods, collectibles, and more from local vendors during this indoor, rain-or-shine event. A snack bar with hot coffee and other refreshments will also be available for purchase. The flea market takes place Saturday, September 19 from 9:00am -...

Enjoy German food & beer, music, and carnival games.
Tam Valley Community Center is hosting its annualOktoberfeston Saturday, September 19th.
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This festive afternoon will include live music, carnival games, a bouncy house for the kids, and plenty of German beer and bites.
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Tickets: $25 (Adults); $15 (Seniors); $10 (Kids 3-18)-  Includes all games, prizes, arts & crafts and bounce houses
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Sample and vote for your favorite chili while listening to great music.
Con carne, veggie, verde … you’ll taste it ALL atSausalito's 47th Annual Chili Cook-offon Saturday, September 19th at beautiful Dunphy Park.
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The quest for the best will cover three categories — Judge’s Choice, People’s Choice and Best Booth. This year's theme is "Team spirit," so represent your favorite local sports team or pick your favorite sport/game/competition from around the world.
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The festival will also include ahot pepper eating contest, live music by Back pOrchEstra ,and other fun surprises for this family-friendly afternoon.
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This September 19, 2026 will be our 42nd anniversary and we need your help on California Coastal Cleanup Day.  We hope to have over 60 sites in Marin and need volunteers this year.  Timing is 9:00am - 12:00pm. Participating in California Coastal Cleanup Day is easy! Follow these steps: 1. On the map website link above, click on the cleanup...

Jazz & Blues by the Bay at Gabrielson Park in Sausalito is a free event. Lawn seating available (first-come first-served).

The Sausalito Public Library and BAIT present a night of reading at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, September 18. The event will feature readings by Kerry Donoghue, Eirinie Carson, Aracelis Girmay, and Laleh Khadivi. Learn more and pre-register online.