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Hamilton's Smog

Grab a coupon or to book online: https://sites.google.com/view/hamiltons-smog/home?pli=1 We test all vehicle, all ages 1976-2026. Experience quick and convenient service at Hamilton's STAR Smog Check, your local Novato inspection station. Since 2021, we've been serving the community with efficient smog checks for all types of vehicles, including gasoline, diesel, and hybrid cars, as well as large trucks and RVs. Our certified technicians perform both STAR and non-STAR inspections, ensuring your vehicle meets all state requirements. Simply drive in for a hassle-free inspection, with most vehicles completed in under 30 minutes.

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Grab a coupon or to book online: https://sites.google.com/view/hamiltons-smog/home?pli=1 We test all vehicle, all ages 1976-2026. Experience quick...

Personal Training with Unlimited DEXA and VO2 Max

Custom Fit

Most training programs run on guesswork. Custom Fit replaces it with measurement. At its San Francisco studios, Personal Training and Partner Training memberships include unlimited DEXA body-composition scans and VO2 max testing — diagnostics usually sold one scan at a time or reserved for specialized clinics. Custom Fit members can test as often as they train. The reasoning is straightforward. A DEXA scan measures fat, lean muscle, and bone density with clinical precision. A VO2 max test measures the body's maximum oxygen uptake, one of the strongest predictors of cardiovascular fitness and long-term health. Run those tests on a regular cadence and a member can see exactly what is changing, where, and whether a program is working — rather than relying on the scale or the mirror. That is the idea behind Custom Fit's positioning: not a gym, a performance lab. Every program is built from a member's measured body composition and cardiovascular capacity, then adjusted as the data moves. The goal is to eliminate the guesswork that defines most fitness routines and to treat training as something you can verify. The model also brings longevity diagnostics that usually live in concierge medicine into a routine training week. Body composition and cardiovascular capacity are central markers of how well a person is aging, and regular testing keeps those numbers visible rather than treating them as an occasional, expensive add-on. Custom Fit operates in Hayes Valley (323 Octavia Street), on Market Street (1844 Market), and with a Downtown San Francisco location on Battery Street (570 Battery) opening soon. Personal Training, Partner Training, and select memberships include the testing. More information is available at customfitsf.com.

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Gaspare's Pizzeria Ristorante & Bar

Gaspare’s Pizzeria Ristorante &amp; Bar is a family-owned Italian restaurant proudly serving the community since 2008. We offer a full menu of classic Italian dishes, handcrafted pizzas, and comforting favorites made with quality ingredients. Whether you're joining us for a relaxed dinner, meeting friends for drinks, or catching the game at the bar, you can expect great food and genuine hospitality every time. Visit us and experience the difference.

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Local to Novato Pay-What-You-Can music program

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We are a high quality and highly accessible music nonprofit for immigrant and underserved communities in Novato, CA. We have a Pay-What-You-Can tuition system in place for low income families. We also provide the instruments to all our students.

We are a high quality and highly accessible music nonprofit for immigrant and underserved communities in Novato, CA. We have a Pay-What-You-Can...

<a href="https://nusd.org/message-from-nusd/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Press release from the Novato Unified School District:</a> <a href="https://nusd.org/message-from-nusd/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"></a>July 16, 2020 With the recent guidance on the start of school from Marin County Public Health and the anticipated guidance from Governor Newsom during his press conference on Friday, July 17, 2020, at Noon, the Novato Unified School District will be sending out a communication the afternoon of Friday, July 17, 2020 addressing these developments and its effect on Novato Unified. 16 de julio de 2020 Con las reglas recientes para comenzar la escuela en el Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado de Marin y las reglas planeadas por el Gobernador Newsom que se darán durante su conferencia de prensa el viernes 17 de julio de 2020 al mediodía, el Distrito Escolar Unificado de Novato emitirá un comunicado el viernes por la tarde, julio 17, 2020 abordando estos desarrollos y su efecto en Novato Unified. <hr />This press release was produced by <a href="https://nusd.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">the Novato Unified School District</a>. The views expressed here are the author's own.

<a href="https://nusd.org/message-from-nusd/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Press release from the Novato Unified School District:</a>

<a href="https://nusd.org/message-from-nusd/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"></a>July 16, 2020 With the recent guidance on the start of school from Marin County Public Health and the anticipated guidance from Governor Newsom during his press conference on Friday, July 17, 2020, at Noon, the Novato Unified School District will be sending out a communication the afternoon of Friday, July 17, 2020 addressing these developments and its effect on Novato Unified.

16 de julio de 2020 Con las reglas recientes para comenzar la escuela en el Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado de Marin y las reglas planeadas por el Gobernador Newsom que se darán durante su conferencia de prensa el viernes 17 de julio de 2020 al mediodía, el Distrito Escolar Unificado de Novato emitirá un comunicado el viernes por la tarde, julio 17, 2020 abordando estos desarrollos y su efecto en Novato Unified.

<hr />This press release was produced by <a href="https://nusd.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">the Novato Unified School District</a>. The views expressed here are the author’s own.

Message From Novato Unified School District

The school will be sending out a communication the afternoon of July 17,2020 addressing these developments and its effect on Novato Unified.

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Sara Maria FlamencoJoin our Summer Session to explore flamenco technique and choreography across different Palos each week....

Historic Downtown Petaluma

THE PETALUMA ART &amp; GARDEN FESTIVAL IS BACK!&nbsp; &nbsp;One of Petaluma's most beloved family friendly summer traditions returns to Historic Downtown Petaluma on Sunday, July 12, from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM! Discover an incredible mix of artists, makers, growers, and local businesses featuring fine art, jewelry, garden specialties, home décor,&nbsp; self-care products, sustainable living solutions, artisan foods, and so much more!
There's truly something for everyone to enjoy! Historic Downtown Petaluma Sunday, July 12, 2026 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday, July 12, 2026 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM FREE TO ATTEND FREE PARKING Garden specialists and plant experts Local artists and makers Delicious food and beverage vendors Unique downtown shopping Live music on two stages&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
Early Bird Beverage Tasting Tickets Available Now!&nbsp; Enhance your festival experience with our popular tasting package featuring samples from local wineries, craft breweries, cider makers, and cocktail purveyors. Visit <a href="https://petalumadowntown.com/art-garden.html?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRFhKYmlEOTZvT2pPTnpPZHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4FTYTbGuajF1Pe_RS6tvg6TjziwdP9CwoJLGn0zqBGir1JA-_9_wbmXnZbhw_aem_lPnnY31U4jqPv6YPcDpv5Q" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://petalumadowntown.com/art-garden.html</a> for Early Bird Tasting Ticket Prices.
MUSIC LINE-UP Main Stage Freestone Peaches – Headliner Northern California's premier Allman Brothers Band tribute, bringing the legendary sound, energy, and musicianship of one of rock's greatest live bands. CozyCats Feil Young Tribute Band Buckeye Boys&nbsp;
Acoustic Stage -&nbsp;See website for Stage line-up: From soulful acoustic performances to classic Southern rock, there's something for every music lover.&nbsp; 
Families are welcome! While parents enjoy food, great music, dancing, and beverage sampling, the kids can have a blast in the Children’s Corner, featuring jump houses, face painting, and free hands-on arts and crafts.
Location: Kentucky Street, Fourth Street, B Street, A Street Parking Lot.&nbsp;We can’t wait to welcome you to downtown Petaluma!&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
Visit: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.petalumadowntown.com%2Fart-garden.html%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRFhKYmlEOTZvT2pPTnpPZHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7zmh-zQJ6UPruGqEbMaY46wEKBCOQIfzwb_UKtS7suEzmuHv1srJOZsblVrA_aem_MwIufdyJByh238Dws1fh3g&amp;h=AUCqWv_kwRl0GYNZ-4MNkf5XAToOOOmch5YB4WMSDLJPFExq1EzzTPMp3oS75NOPIYEkcWK4JrurvSJrT4I6jOxlF7340VDe5jTsBbE38zvieFYbcPwcTBATzdN31XbrFt_7Jiu8yTnbAmFovw_bZSLavldmkY4F&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUA_5SzS2w8B_PWyngyXaxBtK09VnpL7mfvGOw6nsmCKSL6gvEVvQig58pklbPrjYSNyhupGzwXCY4jlZ8IyclSxJAbJFhHTG-FCGqG_bhki4i5XL5JOghHuxyRj0zINtYj2rmBStSp9UkDlqiK9-O0bRQB7dDxLIGk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.petalumadowntown.com/art-garden.html</a> for more info

Local Event: Petaluam Art & Garden Festival

Petaluam Art & Garden Festival

THE PETALUMA ART & GARDEN FESTIVAL IS BACK!   One of Petaluma's most beloved family friendly summer traditions returns to...

Join us for one of Petaluma's favorite summer traditions—the 23rd Annual Art &amp; Garden Festival, proudly presented by Sutter Health, on Sunday, July 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Historic Downtown Petaluma.

This free, family-friendly event features more than 100 artists, makers, and artisan exhibitors, Live Music on 2 Stages, delicious local food vendors, garden specialists, a Children's Corner with jump houses, face painting, and free hands-on crafts, plus tastings of local wine, craft beer, cider, and handcrafted cocktails.

Admission and parking are free.
For Early Bird beverage tasting tickets and festival information, visit PetalumaDowntown.com.&nbsp;Sponsored by Sutter Health and The Petaluma Downton Association


2026 LIVE MUSIC LINEUP&nbsp;Main Stage
<ul>
 <li>11:00–11:50 | Buckeye Boys</li>
 <li>12:10–1:20 | Feil Young</li>
 <li>1:50–3:00 | CozyCats</li>
 <li>3:30–5:00 | Freestone Peaches (Northern California's premier Allman Brothers Band tribute)</li>
</ul>
Acoustic Stage
<ul>
 <li>COZYMIZZY</li>
 <li>Mike Saliani</li>
 <li>Mitchell Thomas &amp; Faith Waligora</li>
 <li>The Honey Jams</li>
 <li>Chris &amp; Liz</li>
</ul>

Event Details 
📅 Sunday, July 12, 2026 
🕚 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM 
📍 Historic Downtown Petaluma 
🎟️ FREE Admission 
🚗 FREE Parking

Early Bird beverage tasting tickets and festival information: 
PetalumaDowntown.com

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Art & Garden Festival

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