Fun things to do in San Rafael

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Every year, the Youth in Arts...
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Every year, the Youth in Arts Council holds the Italian Street Painting Festival in downtown San Rafael.

This year's festival is June 14-15, 2003.

Three blocks of streets in the center of town are closed off to traffic, and are marked off as large squares. Starting on Friday night, artists take their spaces (purchased by sponsors beforehand) and start their artwork. They work throughout the weekend, and thousands of people attend to watch the artists work and revel in their talents. It's so much fun!

Updated Apr 10, 2003

Address: Downtown San Rafael -- you cannot miss it.

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Bicycling in San Rafael
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Big Rock Ridge, overlooking San Francisco Bay

San Rafael has miles of moutain bike trails offering beautiful vistas.

This bicyclist is on the Big Rock Ridge fire road. The trail is strenuous, but worth the effort and a blast going downhill.

Updated Dec 18, 2003

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Looking eastward toward Richmond

For the best views in San Rafael, put on your hiking boots and hike on any one of a number of trails leading into the hills.

Written Dec 16, 2003

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Gerstle Park Inn  San Rafael

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