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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.

Marin County

Albert Gregory

Bay Area

Novato

California

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...

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.

San Rafael

Gaspare’s Pizzeria Ristorante & Bar is a family-owned Italian restaurant proudly serving the community since 2008. We offer a full menu of classic...

Free 20-Minute Photo Coaching Session with Camera or Lens

Looking Glass Photographic Outfitters

Here in Berkeley, Looking Glass Photo is where gear, guidance, and community come together—since 1971. We’re a boutique-style camera shop that outfits photographers with exactly what they need and nothing they don’t. That means real conversations, hands-on help, and curated solutions across top brands like Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Sony and more. We carry new gear, offer a thoughtful selection of preowned and consignment cameras and lenses, and place special orders when the perfect fit isn’t on the shelf. Learning is at the heart of what we do. Join our small-group classes and workshops, sign up for photo adventures in the wild (from tide pools to elk rut season), or dig into image reviews and practical technique sessions. Our Rentals program makes it easy to test drive the latest bodies, lenses, lighting and accessories—perfect for a weekend project or a big assignment—while our “Try Before You Buy” and paid Gear Outfitting service help you make confident choices. What makes us unique? Personalized coaching before and after a purchase, community-driven events (including our Photo Friends network), and a values-driven approach that puts longevity and stewardship first. We stand behind the gear we sell, keep darkroom and printing essentials flowing, and cheer on your growth every step of the way. Whether you’re brand-new to photography or a seasoned pro, Looking Glass is your trusted partner for classes, adventures, rentals, consignment and used gear, and a welcoming community that lifts each other up.

Alameda County

Fernando Haro

Berkeley

Here in Berkeley, Looking Glass Photo is where gear, guidance, and community come together—since 1971. We’re a boutique-style camera shop that...

Open Play for ages 5yrs. and younger. $10 per child Children 18 months are FREE. Rope swing, trampolines, foam pit and much more. Children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. <a href="https://patch.com/img/cdn/users/358441/2011/04/c3587aa39714b78bae3c49b153a689b2.mp4" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Download the movie</a>

Open Play for ages 5yrs. and younger. $10 per child

Children 18 months are FREE. Rope swing, trampolines, foam pit and much more.

Children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. <a href="https://patch.com/img/cdn/users/358441/2011/04/c3587aa39714b78bae3c49b153a689b2.mp4" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Download the movie</a>

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First Presbyterian Church

The community is invited to a quiet and contemplative Celtic SoulSong meditation at First Presbyterian Church of San Rafael at 1510 Fifth Ave, San Rafael on June 3 at 5:30 pm. The service will include soul soothing music, readings from Celtic poetry, silence and candle lighting. This is a program of the One World One Spirit contemplative spirituality program of First Presbyterian Church. The chapel is handicap accessible. 
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Local Event: Join us for our SoulSong Meditative Service on Wednesday, June 3 at 5:30 pm

Join us for our SoulSong Meditative Service on...

The community is invited to a quiet and contemplative Celtic SoulSong meditation at First Presbyterian Church of San Rafael at...

Join us for our SoulSong Meditative Service on Wednesday, June 3 at 5:30 pm

First Presbyterian San Anselmo

Love to sing? Even just in the car or shower? Then this is the event for you! It's the&nbsp;Joyful Voices Chorus community choir's open-to-everyone, season-ending Big Sing!
Come sing easy-to-learn songs of hope, belonging, resilience, and joy, all sourced from the modern community singing movement, and all taught by ear, with no singing experience needed.&nbsp;JVC Director Marv Zauderer and the JVC will teach a song or two, and then they'll turn things over to amazing&nbsp;Guest Songleader <a href="https://heatherhoustonmusic.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Heather Houston!</a>
You can see video clips from our past Big Sings <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@singwithmarv/videos" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>, you can&nbsp;see Heather in action <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMJfqH1y5lO/?img_index=1" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>, and you can hear three more of our favorite Heather songs <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2ahPCrP9Ic" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://heatherhoustonmusic.com/song/tending-the-spark-by-heather-houston/" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>, and <a target="_blank" href="https://heatherhoustonmusic.com/song/you-are-so-loved-by-heather-houston/" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.
Come be uplifted with us in gorgeous harmony!

Local Event: Community Singing Celebration With Heather Houston and the Joyful Voices Chorus!

Community Singing Celebration With Heather...

Love to sing? Even just in the car or shower? Then this is the event for you! It's the Joyful Voices Chorus community choir's...

Community Singing Celebration With Heather Houston and the Joyful Voices Chorus!

Join us to experience the joy and power of music. This concert is our middle school and high school intermediate and advanced ensembles. It will feature music by Smetana, Marquez, Glière, Faure, and Beethoven.

Local Event: ELM Spring Concert

ELM Spring Concert

Join us to experience the joy and power of music. This concert is our middle school and high school intermediate and advanced...

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