May 2, 2023

Town Council Meeting Wednesday, May 3

Join the Town Council meeting tomorrow evening at 6:30 p.m. in-person at the Fairfax Women’s Club, 46 Park Road or online.

Agenda highlights for this meeting include:

• Status Report on Long-Term Outdoor Dining Structures
• Presentation of Public Comments made on the Public Review Draft Sixth Cycle Housing Element, provide direction on any changes needed, and authorize the Town Manager to send the updated Draft to HCD

Chipper Days 2023

The Chipper Day Program is a wildfire prevention and vegetation removal program that is paid for by MWPA and available to all Fairfax residents.

Sign up to participate

• Visit the Chipper Program website
• Plug in your address to schedule a reservation

Fairfax Police show support for Child Abuse Awareness Month

National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect.

To recognize and support this month of awareness, Public Service Technician Khan and Corporal Ali dropped off special care packages to the Ross Valley Charter School and Manor School. These packages were provided by the Jeanette Prandi Center and are designed to help school staff when supporting children that have been victims of abuse.

Fairfax celebrates Earth Day + Take Back Day

Fairfax celebrated Earth Day by planting a tree in Peri Park to honor Arbor Day and hosting Take Back Day. Thank you to the community members who participated and made these events a success!

Free Hot Water Heater Assessment & Other Ways to Reduce Household Emissions

Heat pump water heaters are a climate-friendly alternative to gas water heaters. Getting a free assessment is a great first step to be ready to replace your gas water heater.

Sign up to get a free assessment of your hot water heater as part of a new Fairfax and San Anselmo pilot program with Ready-Set-Replace. 

Summer is right around the corner - don't miss your chance to sign up for summer camps!

We have added an additional week for:

• Ballfax Sports Camp
• Skate Camp
• THREE more weeks of Tennis Camp!  



Claim your spot by registering online today. We can't wait to see you!

Age Friendly Fairfax

The May 2023 Age Friendly Newsletter is here! Check out upcoming classes and events happening this month.

The Wellness Festival: Strength in Connection

Saturday, May 6 | 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Terra Linda High School

Join Find Your Way and the Marin County Youth Commission on May 6th for a fun day of workshops and discussions about youth wellness in Marin.

This is a FREE event that brings youth and adults from all over Marin County together.



Learn more about the Wellness Festival.

Teen Open Mic

Friday, May 12 | 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Fairfax Women's Club

Singers, Musicians, Bands, Poets, Actors, Comedians and anyone wanting to share the spotlight are welcome!

The event aims to promote youth participation in performance arts.

Text or call to reserve your spot: 415-390-6196

Ember Stomp 2023

Saturday, May 20 | 11:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Marin Civic Center Fairgrounds

Ember Stomp invites residents to learn their role in being part of a fire-adapted community and how we can all prepare for wildfire. This year offers a bigger space with new music, entertainment, exhibits, vendors and a live burn demonstration. This FREE event is fun for the whole family.

Learn more about Ember Stomp 2023.

Planning Ahead for a Good Ending: Understanding the Details at End of Life

Wednesday, May 24 | 10:30 a.m.

Online

Three renowned local physicians working with patients at the end of life will explain:

• Basic information on brain changes with aging and dementia.
• Communication skills for family and caregivers.
• How a dementia can complicate Advance Care Planning
• And more!

Hosted by Age-Friendly Marin Network.