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Monte Carlo Goes Cruising! This semi formal/black-tie event is hosted by the Rotary Club of Ignacio Foundation. It's a night of fun with focus: raising money for Marin charities and schools.
You'll love the casino, silent auction, hors d'oeuvres and live music. 

When: Saturday, March 13 from 7:30p-12:00a
Where: Fireman's Fund HQ
777 San Marin Dr., Novato
Cost: $50/person
Details: rotarymontecarlo.org or 899-7341

Mega rummage sale featuring infant, toddler, preschool and maternity items. It's one-stop shopping for the growing family. Cash only!  There's also a bake sale.

When: Saturday, March 13 from 9:00.-3:00p
Where: Novato Teen Center
950 7th St., Novato (behind Novato Gymnastics)
Cost: Free admission. Sales are cash only.
novatomothersclub.com

The 26th Annual Spring Antique Show brings together more than 70 distinctive dealers displaying and selling fabulous antiques and collectibles. Highlights include fine and decorative art, furniture, vintage and estate jewelry, Asian art, prints and posters and coins.

When: Saturday, March 13 10:00a-6:00p
            Sunday, March 14 10:00a-5:00p 
Where: Marin Center Exhibit Hall
             10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael
Cost: $6
http://www.goldengateshows.com/antique.htm

 

Bring your kids to downtown Novato for some springtime fun! Sponsored by the Downtown Novato Business Association.

When: Saturday, March 27 from 11:00a-3:00p
Where: Lawn next to historic City Hall, Sherman Ave. in Old Town Novato
Cost: Free
http://www.dnba.net

The 2010 season kicks off April 1st! This farmers market is one of the largest weekly social events in Northern California. Five different stages of entertainment every Thursday night, plus more than 200 vendors.

When: April 1-September 30th, 2010 from 6-9pm
Where: Fourth Street in San Rafael
Cost: Free admission
http://www.sanrafaelmarket.org/index.htm

 

Now in it's 20th year, Great Chefs and Wineries is one of the premier food and wine events in the Bay Area. Features fine food and wine from more than 25 restaurants and wineries, specialty drinks, music, dancing and silent auction. Honorary chairman is Huey Lewis. This black-tie affair benefits Lifehouse. 

When: Saturday, April 24 from 6:00pm-11:00pm
Where: Fireman's Fund HQ
777 San Marin Dr., Novato
Cost: Starts at $200/person
Great Chefs & Wineries event website

 

Novato's city-wide clean up and beautification effort in recognition of Earth Day. Individuals, families, schools, organizations and businesses work on projects throughout the city. More than 200 people take part.

When: Saturday, April 24
Where: Various sites in Novato
Cost: Free
http://www.dnba.net/events.html

This all-new show with five of the finest Broadway stars recreates the most memorable moments from the greatest musicals of the last hundred years, including Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, Jersey Boys, Chicago, Mamma Mia and more.

When: Sunday, April 25 at 3:00p
Where: Marin Veteran's Memorial Auditorium
            10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael
Cost: Tickets start at $20
Event website

Season kick-off!  Make your way downtown to historic Grant Avenue to shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables from local farmers. Enjoy live music, too, as well as jump houses for the kids. Every Tuesday night until September.

When: Tuesday, May 4 from 4:00p-8:00p (and every Tuesday through summer)
Where: Grant Ave. in Novato
Cost: Free admission
Farmers market website

5K run - walk -roll! The Marin Human Race is a fundraising event for the benefit of any participating nonprofit agency or school in the Bay Area. Attended by over 4,000 people, this race is the largest collaborative fundraiser in the county. Features: pancake breakfast, live bands, prizes, family fun playland and more!

When: Saturday, May 8 at 8:30a
Where: Marin Center Fairgrounds
            10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael
Cost: $25/person (free for kids 12 and under)
Marin Human Race website

Treat mom to an elegant cruise aboard a luxury yacht on San Francisco Bay.  Depart from Sausalito.

When: Sunday, May 9 from 12:00-3:30p
Where: Sausalito Empress
            310 Harbor Dr., Sausalito
Cost: $90/person
www.empressevents.com