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What's Happening this Labor Day Weekend

From a "tour de creek" ride and Eco Marin to the 14th Annual Marin City Blues, Jazz & Soul Party, we have you covered.

Here's what's happening in San Rafael:

Saturday:

A ranger will lead a bike ride through the scenic woodlands that dot this Novato preserve. Included in this “tour de creek” is a talk about marshland ecology, the preserve’s history, and riding recommendations for Marin County. Bring snacks, water and a mountain bike. There’s a request that no dogs or other animals (except service animals) attend. Rain cancels all outdoor events, high wind cancels aquatic events, and high fire danger cancels events on affected open space preserves.

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If you go: This free event is from 9 a.m. to noon at Rush Creek Preserve. Directions: From Hwy 101, take the Atherton Avenue/San Marin Drive exit east on Atherton Avenue and turn left at Binford Road, the gate is on the right at the edge of the marsh.

 

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Sunday:

Come celebrate Marin’s leadership in sustainability. A rich experience is waiting for you –from our speakers and exhibitors to music and activities for the whole family. EcoFair Marin is the first annual community celebration to inspire a healthy and sustainable county. The keynote speaker, Dr. Temple Grandin is a world-renowned animal scientist and an autism self-advocate, as well as an author, speaker, and video producer and will be presenting on the main stage.

If you go: General admission is $5, ages 17 and under are free and tickets can be bought by clicking here.  The event is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event is at , Avenue of the Flags in San Rafael.

 

Monday:

This 14th annual event features live music, food, arts and crafts and benefits Blues in the Schools. Entertainment includes the wonderful Joe Louis Walker, Andre Theirry and Zydeco Magic as well as the Motown sound of Pride and Joy and more.  Additionally there's a great raffle and community awards.

If you go: This free event is from noon to 6 p.m. on the 100 block of Drake Avenue in Marin City.

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