Weekend Family Events for March 18, 19 & 20

Here are our picks for great events and activities for children and families this weekend. Find more events for the whole week in Marin and beyond in our new Family Events Calendar.

Friday, March 18

• Baby Time with Sarah Sonnet
  San Rafael Public Library
  Friday, 10:30–11 am
  For babies birth to 18 months of age, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Sarah is a musician, singer and mother of two. Join her for a delightful selection of books, motion songs, finger plays, lullabies and rhymes just right for babies. The San Rafael Library is located at 1400 Fifth Avenue in San Rafael. For more info, visit their website.
• Jumping Jacks Indoor Play
  Strawberry Recreation District Mill Valley
  Friday, 10:30 am–noon
  Jumping Jacks is a safe, soft, super place to play. There are obstacle courses, climbing structures, slides and rides are all part of the fun. Kids will have fun with parachute games and songs. You stay and play with your little one. For children under 5 with adult supervision. Cost: drop in: $5 per child or $8 per family. For more info, call (415) 383-6494 or visit their website.
• School Fuel Art Smart Showcase
  Northbay ArtWorks Novato
  Friday, 4-7 pm, Saturday & Sunday noon-4 pm
  Come check out a gallery of creative works produced by Novato Unified School Districts students. Friday night is the opening reception that will be hosted by California Grill & Rostisserie and Villa Roma Sourdough Pizza Company. Northbay ArtWorks is located at 7049 Redwood Blvd., Suite 208 in Novato. Free public admission. For more info, visit their website.
• Friday Nghts at the de Young
  de Young Museum, San Francisco
  5–8:45 pm
  Every Friday, the de Young Museum in Golden Gate Park is open until 8:45 pm. Enjoy live music and performances, hands-on art activities, and more. All activities free after museum admission. More information: (415) 750-7694 or www.deyoungmuseum.org.
• The Enchantment of Beauty and the Beast
  San Rafael Community Center
  Friday, 7:30 pm; Saturday 1 pm & 5 pm; Sunday 3 pm
  Come and enjoy this delightful production with a cast of characters including "Belle". This musical production is presented by the adult acting company, North Baby Rep-Theatre for a Cause along with young cast members (ages 3–10 years) from Pied Piper Theatre Workshop under the direction of Sharon Boucher, San Rafael Community Services Department. General admission/open seating at 1 and 5pm: $15 (ages 3 and under free) Doors open a half hour before performance. For more info, visit their website.

Saturday, March 19

• Marinwood Community Farmers Market
  Marinwood Plaza, Marinwood Avenue at Miller Creek Road
  Saturday, 9 am–2 pm
  Marinwood Community Farmers Market is every Saturday. Come have some coffee, listen to some music, and pick up fresh fruits and vegetables to take home. The Stefanie Keys Band will be performing this weekend. For more info, visit their website.
• Richardson Bay Audubon Restoration Workday
  Richardson Bay Audubon Center and Sanctuary, Tiburon
  Saturday, 9 am–noon
  Bring your family and friends for a morning of restoration and clean-up at the Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary. We may be removing trash, invasive plants, or helping with restoration projects. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Free program. RSVP: (415) 388-2524. Visit their website for more info.
• Cal Star Gymnastics Indoor Power Play
  70 Digital Drive, Suite #3, Novato
  Saturday and Sunday, 9–10:30 am
  Participants 5 years and under can run, jump and play in an open gymnastics environment. Bring the kids in on a rainy day to burn some energy. This program takes place every Saturday and Sunday morning during the week. The cost is $10. For more info, call (415) 382-7827 or visit their website.
• Lion Dance Team
  Corte Madera Library
  Saturday, 11 am-noon
  Bring the kids to welcome the year of the rabbit with the Lion Dance Team. Presented by the Marin County Free Library & the Marin Chinese Cultural Group. The Corte Madera Library is located at
  707 Meadowsweet. For more info, call (415) 924-4844 or visit their website.
• Kenny Blacklock and Friends
  Bay Area Discovery Museum, Sausalito
  Saturday, 11 am–noon
  Kenny Blacklock and Friends performs bluegrass, old-time string band music and American folk songs popular with children and adults everywhere. This talented and versatile band plays danceable tunes on fiddle, banjo, mandolin, standup bass, guitar and even a little musical saw. Hear a preview at www.kennyblacklock.com. Members $5; general child $10; general adult $12 (includes admission to the museum) For more info or directions, go to www.badm.org.
• Wildflowers & Pollinators
  Richardson Bay Audubon Center and Sanctuary, Tiburon
  Saturday, 11 am–noon
  Learn about native wildflowers and the local pollinators which depend on them. We’ll discuss native vs non-native plants, pollinators, and what you can do to support a strong native ecosystem in your own backyard. Workshop is $10/participant; $5 if you have participated in the restoration workday. RSVP at (415) 388-2524. For more info, visit their website.
• Ross Valley Health Fair Featuring Tim Cain
  San Anselmo
  Saturday, 11 am–3 pm
  Bring the entire family to this free event. Come and learn the secrets of healthy living from local health and fitness experts. Some of the festival highlights include: live performing arts show, Tim Cain, Miss Kitty, face painting, free raffle, child supervision and more. Miss Kitty and Tim Cain begin at 12:30 pm. For more info, visit their website.
• Family Hike and Campfire
  Rodeo Beach, Marin Headlands
  Saturday, 6–8:30 pm
  Come and enjoy the great outdoors after the sun sets with a fun-filled family friendly hike and campfire. Gather 'round the campfire and sing songs, and get silly with your siblings as you roast s'mores by moonlight. Cost: $10/person, pre-registration required. All ages are welcome. Baby carriers are suggested for children 4 and under. For more info, visit their website.
• School Fuel Art Smart Showcase (see Friday for details.)
• The Enchantment of Beauty and the Beast (see Friday for details.)
  

Sunday, March 20

• Civic Center Farmers' Market
  Marin Civic Center, San Rafael
  Sunday, 8 am–1 pm
  There's lots of organically grown produce, breads, eggs, and fresh cut flowers, as well as live music, bounce houses, and more. This farmers' market is a great one to take the kids to. It’s located in the main Civic Center parking lot. For more info, go to www.marincountyfarmersmarkets.org.
• Breakfast with Enzo
  Mill Valley Golf Course Clubhouse
  Sunday, 10 am and 11 am
  Family entertainer Enzo Garcia presents Breakfast with Enzo at the Mill Valley Golf Course Clubhouse every Sunday. Cost: $5 per person. The Mill Valley Golf Course Clubhouse is located at 280 Buena Vista Avenue in Mill Valley. Visit www.enzogarcia.com for more info.
• Family Sundays at SFMOMA—Kids Get in Free
  SFMOMA, San Francisco
  Sunday, 11 am–3 pm
  On the first and third Sundays of each month kids get in free from 11 am–3 pm. Explore art and create your own, travel to virtual worlds, get hands-on, discover special places, and be inspired. Moderators guide participatory art projects, and docents lead family-friendly gallery tours (1 pm). Special programs like book readings and movie screenings (2 pm) round it all out. For more info, go to www.sfmoma.org.
• Storytime with Christopher Smith
  Book Passage, Corte Madera
  Sunday at 11 am
  Acoustic multi-instrumentalist Smith crafts story songs that aim for the heart. He is especially popular with toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners. However, all ages (including adults) love him. The Book Passage is located at 51 Tamal Vista Blvd. in Corte Madera. For more info, call (415) 927-0960 or visit www.bookpassage.com/kids-books-fairs.
• Purim Palooza—Family Carnival for All Ages
  Osher Marin JCC, San Rafael
  Sunday, 11:30 am–2:30 pm
  The Osher Marin JCC invites children and families to the Purim Palooza Family Carnival. Free admission. There will be music, carnival games, face painting, balloon animals, bounce house, and costume parade. Come in costume and join the parade! Fun for the entire family. For more info, visit their website.
• School Fuel Art Smart Showcase (see Friday for details.)
• The Enchantment of Beauty and the Beast (see Friday for details.)