Upcoming Town Council Meeting - Wednesday, December 4

The Fairfax Town Council will hold their next regular meeting on Wednesday, December 4 at 6:30pm at the Fairfax Women’s Club. 

Agendas are posted to the website 24 hours in advance of special meetings. You can subscribe to have agendas sent directly to your email inbox.

Town Hall Offices Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

Town Hall Offices Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

Town Hall offices will be closed November 28-29 (Thursday and Friday) for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

24-hour operations will remain in effect for the Police and Fire Departments.

Annual Craft Faire

Don't miss our annual Holiday Craft Faire where you can shop for unique gifts, make a beautiful wreath, and enjoy delicious food and beverages with friends and neighbors—you won’t want to miss it! 

Blue Butterfly Open Tot Play

We are bringing back the Pavilion Playgroup but with a new name, join us in early 2025 as we re-launch our Blue Butterfly Open Tot Play in the Pavilion on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10am – 12:30pm from January 3 – March 28. Online registration is recommended but we will accept drop-ins. 

Toddler Music with Dani

Our beloved Dani will be offering a winter session for Toddler Music on Tuesdays January 7 – February 11^th. Sign up today to reserve your spot! 

Fairfax Recreation Fall/Winter Guide

Check out the Fairfax Recreation Fall/Winter Guide for all the exciting programs and events we have lined up for the Fall and Winter seasons.

Age Friendly Community

Read the December Age Friendly newsletter here.

If you're looking to get connected with or have questions about the Age Friendly community, contact the chair of Age Friendly Fairfax, Josa Buennagel, at jtuchel@gmail.com.

Ross Valley Senior Luncheon

The Ross Valley Seniors meet the first Thursday of the month for a social gathering and Bocce Ball at 11, lunch at noon and a variety of interesting programs from 1-2 pm. Be sure to join us for this lovely monthly gathering at the Fairfax Women’s Club – 46 Park Road.

Age Friendly Yoga

Are you 55 years and/or older in Fairfax? Don’t miss out on our free high quality Age Friendly Yoga classes with Kelly Lynch offered several times a week! We ask for suggested donations to help offset these incredible classes.

Free Batteries to Assist with Power Outages

With more rain on the way, are you worried about PG&E power outages? Do you rely on electric-powered medical equipment?

The Marin Center for Independent Living can help!  Email them here for a quick response and potentially a free storage battery.

Induction Cooktop Loaner Program

The Town’s Climate Action Committee has set up an induction cooktop loaner program to loan a single burner induction cooktop for up to two weeks to any Fairfax resident (pot and pan included). To try one out yourself, contact Neil Kraus at nkrausdc@sbcglobal.net and mention the induction cooktop loaner program to be added to the waitlist. 

Winter's cold has arrived and so have federal rebates for heat pumps!

$45 million is now available for single-family households, with more to come. Households can receive up to $8,000 per appliance, with the moderate income limit for a two-person household in Marin County at $235,000.

Find a certified contractor and visit The Switch is On for details. Act quickly—funds are limited!

Additional rebates for water heat pumps are coming soon, plus up to $2,000 in tax credits per appliance. 

Free Mill Food Recycler for Marin Residents

Zero Waste Marin is launching a pilot program with Mill to provide up to 125 free food recyclers, helping keep organics out of landfills. Eligible participants include low-income residents and nonprofits; recipients will be asked to complete surveys to evaluate the program's effectiveness.

Mill’s food recycler uses a dry-and-grind system to transform food scraps into nutrient-rich grounds, which can be added to your green compost cart.

Learn more and request a bin here.

Open Space Meeting

Tuesday, December 3 | 7:00 p.m.

Town Council Meeting

Wednesday, December 4 | 6:30 p.m.

Parks and Recreation Commission

Monday, December 9 | 7:00 p.m.

Climate Action Committee

Tuesday, November 10 | 6:00 p.m.

Fairfax Winter Market

Saturday, December 7 | 5:00 – 8:00 pm

Downtown Fairfax

Join the Fairfax Chamber of Commerce on December 7 from 5 PM to 8 PM (rain date: December 14) for the Fairfax Winter Market!

Enjoy warm drinks, sweet treats, and festive carolers while the streets sparkle with holiday lights. Don't miss festive mingling and special discounts from local businesses to kick off your holiday shopping.

Notice: Bolinas Road between Broadway and Elsie Lane will be closed to vehicles during the event.

✨ Join Us for the Annual Fairfax Craft Faire & Wreathmaking! ✨

Saturday, December 14 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Fairfax Pavilion

Get ready to embrace the festive spirit at the beloved Fairfax Craft Faire, an annual celebration of creativity, community, and holiday cheer! This year, the Pavilion will be filled with talented local artisans offering unique, handcrafted gifts that are perfect for your holiday shopping. Come support our local makers and discover one-of-a-kind treasures!

Wreathmaking Workshop

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Create a beautiful holiday wreath with the guidance of Fairfax Recreation! All materials will be provided to craft a wreath of your own design, and you’re encouraged to bring any special ribbons or decorations for that extra personal touch.