Get quick access to your library account with all the basic functions of the library catalog formatted for your smartphone or tablet. Search for books, eBooks, and A/V; place or cancel holds; renew your items; and add items to your ”shelf.” Includes a map with all the locations of the MARINet libraries, their hours, contact info, and holidays.
Available in the Apple App Store (iPhone, iPad) and the Google Play Store (Android).

Through April 10 - Visit Libraries - Win Fabulous Prizes! 
Did you know there are twenty-two different public and academic library locations you can visit within Marin County? They’re all part of the MARINet consortium, which just turned twenty-five. Though all part of the same MARINet system, each library is unique, with its own character, local flavor and community.  Pick up a special commemorative passport at any MARINet library, get it stamped as you visit new library locations, and your next vacation could be on us. Try MARINet services, explore library archives, visit Friends bookstores – and you have an even better chance of winning fabulous prizes: $250 Southwest Airlines gift cards, $100 Amtrak gift certificates and $50 Clipper Cards. For more information, visit: 
http:// http://www.marinet.info/screens/25th_anniv_passport.html

We are pleased to introduce the San Rafael Public Library’s new strategic plan to help us improve services for you over the next two years. This plan was put together as a result of a community survey, demographic and library use data analysis, and library staff brainstorming.
In addition to new goals to work on for the next two years, we have a new mission statement too: “Engage, empower, and enrich our community through innovation, imagination, and inspiration.”
Read through our 2017-2018 Strategic Plan and let us know if you have questions or comments.
You can find the plan at: https://srpubliclibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2013/10/Strategic-Plan-2017-2018.pdf

The San Rafael Public Library's Outreach Services provides free delivery of library materials to San Rafael residents who are unable to come to our two libraries. Do you or someone you know need this service? Just contact our librarian Marilyn at 415.485.3317 or marilyn.boatright@cityofsanrafael.org. We'll get you connected!

And if you like books and people, please share your time and interest with older adults and individuals with a disability, and who are unable to get to the library. Select books or audio books at the San Rafael Public Library and deliver them to retirement homes, convalescent hospitals, or private homes. To inquire about becoming a volunteer, contact Marilyn at 415.485.3317 or marilyn.boatright@cityofsanrafael.org.

Ongoing, every Monday, from 1:00 – 2:45 in the Library Meeting Room
January 9, 23, 30 (no class 1/2 and 1/16 due to holiday closures)
Join our ongoing Spanish conversation group that meets every Monday afternoon at 1 pm. The club emphasis is on learning useful “classic Latin” Spanish conversation in a wide variety of everyday social situations. Drop-ins and all levels of Spanish are welcome.

Reading Buddies pairs adult and teen volunteers with elementary school aged youth for 20 minute appointments. During the appointment, the child will practice reading with their Reading Buddy one-on-one, and receive help and guidance with difficult words, comprehension, and other reading skills. We also have bilingual volunteers available who can help in both English and Spanish.

January 17 - June 3, the Downtown Library will offer weekly appointments:

• Mondays 4-5pm
• Tuesdays 4-5pm
• Wednesdays 5-6pm
• First and Third Saturdays 10-11am

For more information and to schedule an appointment, visit or call the Downtown Library’s Children’s Reference Desk (415-485-3322).