Every Day is Earth Day....in Fairfax!
Fairfax has always been on the leading edge of enviornmental activism. We take climate action everyday but in April we go above and beyond to honor mother earth. Join us!
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Fairfax Celebrates Earth Day
Saturday, April 23rd
12-5pm in Bolinas Park; An Earth Day Celebration
- Music,
- Arts and Crafts,
- Games
- Entertainment
Music and dancing with the band, "Mother Nature’s Children" from 12-3. A blessing with Miwok elder, Lucina Vidauri, lessons in nature by wise man Nick Nutzu, presentations from the “Lorax Project” by Archie Williams High School students and more!
Come give thanks and celebrate with your community.
Sponsored by AIR (Fairfax Artists in Residence) in conjunction with Fairfax Park and Recreation
2-4 pm -- Fairfax Library
- Create a Climate Change storytelling map
- Make a seed bomb and plant a sunflower
- Learn about environmental heroes around the world
- Meet Archie Williams Environmental Science Students taking action to save our environment
With representatives from Age Friendly Fairfax, Fairfax Climate Action Committee and Fairfax Open Space Committee
Sponsored by Friends of the Fairfax Library and supported by Fairfax Park and Recreation Commission
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Take Back Day – for Fairfax Residents
Saturday, April 30th
10am-4pm
Fairfax Market (at the West end of the parking lot)
We will collect:
*Electronic waste
*Document shredding
*Tire recycling
(No bulbs and no batteries)
Please note that we will not be collecting mattresses this year
Stop by and meet your Marin Sanitary Service representatives and ask all of your Zero Waste questions
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Fairfax Drug Take Back
Saturday, April 30th
10am – 1pm
Fairfax Market (at the West end of the parking lot)
To properly dispose of your prescriptions, either drop off at the Fairfax Take Back Day or mail back your unwanted or expired medications. Place pills in either their original packaging (with labels removed for privacy) or put assorted pills in a sealable plastic bag. Liquids in bottles can be placed in sealable plastic bags, as well. Visit the RXSafe Marin website to find your nearest disposal kiosk or mail-back site as well as how to request a mail-back envelope be sent directly to your home.
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Walk and Roll Events Coming this Spring
Safe Routes to Schools has some out of this world events for walkers and rollers this spring. Mark your calendars so your student won’t miss out on these special activities at your school.
Spring Challenge - April 13 - May 4
National Bike to School Day - May 4
Annual Bike Hero Contest - May 2022
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Toad Jam Concert a Huge Success!
The Toad Jam Concert organized by Archie Williams High School students on April 9th was a tremendous success! The concert helped to raise $1,500 towards benefiting wildlife. The group hopes that more money will be raised as t-shirt sales continue to raise money towards this worthwhile event!
Much thanks to Aidan O’Reilly and Susan Pascal Beran for organizing this wonderful event.
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Town Seeking Applicants for Planning Commission Vacancy
The Planning Commission consists of seven Fairfax residents appointed by the Town Council to bring a broad variety of expertise and experience in reviewing planning applications, Fairfax ordinances, and the Town General Plan and Housing Element. The Planning Commission serves as an advisory body to the Town Council on planning policies and regulations. Applications are available on the Town website. Deadline to submit is April 25, 2022.
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Climate Action Committee Meeting
April 19 - 7pm
Volunteer Board Meeting
April 25 - 6:30pm
Tree Committee Meeting
April 25 - 7pm
Open Space Committee Meeting
April 26 - 7pm
Planning Commission Meeting
April 28 - 7pm
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Fairfax Photo Club
April 21st
6:30pm
Let’s meet, talk, learn, inspire, and play all things photography. All levels welcome.
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Teen Open Mic
Saturday April 23rd
6:30-9:30pm
Fairfax Women's Club
Teen Open Mic is back! Singers, musicians, bands, poets, actors, comedians and anyone wanting to share the spotlight are welcome!
Text or call to reserve your spot: 415-390-6196
This free event is sponsored by the Town of Fairfax Parks and Recreation Commission
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We’ve teamed up with Ride and Drive Clean for in person and virtual EV (electric vehicle) shows and events. Check out a variety of EVs and learn more. All events are free. |
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EV Car Shows
April 19 - Sports Basement, Novato (rescheduled from 4/14)
April 24 - Mill Valley Middle School
See electric vehicles and e-bikes, meet owners, ask questions — LIVE and IN PERSON!
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Toddler Music with Dani Levy
Ages 0-6 years
Wednesdays, April 20 – May 25
12-12:30pm
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Fairfax After School Basketball Club
Wednesdays, May 4 – June 8, 2022
4-6pm
Fairfax Recreation is excited to pilot a new after school basketball club for all school aged kids. Classes will improve overall basketball fundamentals, skills, and team ethics. Each kid will have the opportunity to improve their basketball strengths to become a more confident player and teammate.
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Other Town and County News |
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Chipper Days Are Back - Sign Up Now!
The MWPA Curbside Chipper Program (also known as “Chipper Days”) is set returning in 2022! Registration is open now.
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Want to Get Involved? Join a Board or Commission!
Do you want to make a real difference in 2022? Consider joining a board or commission for the Town of Fairfax. There are openings on several boards and commissions.
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Virtual Town Hall Meeting to Discuss PG&E’s Wildfire Prevention Efforts
PG&E is hosting a virtual event this Wednesday, April 20th from 5:30-7pm to share local wildfire safety progress, new programs in 2022 and steps customers can take to prepare
Attendee Dial-in: 800-369-2098
Conference ID: 1371852
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SMART Planning for the Future
SMART has begun the process of developing a Strategic Plan and the communities we serve in Marin and Sonoma counties are invited to a series of four Zoom based public listening sessions.
Listening sessions will be held on the following dates in April:
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April 20: Extensions – Serving future destinations
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April 27: Freight – Shipping in the North Bay
Each listening session will last 90-minutes, from 6:30-8pm
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Taking Climate Action Can Also Help You Save Money
In the midst of rising gas prices and other cost of living increases, here is some good news. Taking climate action now can actually help save money on our monthly expenses.
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Red Cross - Sound the Alarm
Home fires claim seven lives every day, but together we can change that. The Red Cross is offering FREE smoke alarm installations and home fire safety information in Marin County.
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Water is a precious resource year round. Please continue to monitor usage and take steps to save water.
The District is hosting a series of community workshops on the Water Supply Strategic Assessment. Visit marinwater.org/WaterSupplyResiliency to see recordings and upcoming workshops.
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Town of Fairfax sitio web se puede traducir al español
El sitio web se puede traducir al español usando el ícono del globo que se encuentra en la barra verde de cada página.
Our website can be translated into Spanish (and other languages) using the globe icon found on the green bar at the top of each page.
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