Be a part of the team working to restore the unique ecosystem in Bolinas Lagoon! Learn the value of protecting this little oasis and how to identify and remove the invasive species that threaten it. Participation requires a short rowboat ride. Appropriate for all ages. No pets (except service dogs) are allowed. We'll provide lunch, […]
Oktoberfest 2025 raises funds for the Rotary Club Novato Sunrise Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit, EIN 68-0480176. These funds enable our Rotary Club to conduct many projects in four areas of service: Community/ Environmental, International, Vocational and Youth. For more information about these service projects, click here to review our committee project descriptions as well as committee […]
Get ready to soak in the beautiful fall colors — brown, red, and orange — as we roll through Novato on our way to the Grossi Family Pumpkin Patch! This scenic ride is perfect for families and friends who want to enjoy the season, get some fresh air, and maybe pick out the perfect pumpkin. […]
Get ready for your next outdoor adventure! Practice basic first aid skills like treating cuts, scrapes, and sprains, learn how to pack smart, and stay calm when the unexpected happens. With hands-on activities led by Open Space Rangers, you'll build confidence and safety skills for the trail. You'll also get to use moulage (realistic injury makeup) to […]
Get ready for high-octane fun at the Arse‑Freeze‑Apalooza 2025 — a no-seriousness 24-hour endurance race by 24 Hours of Lemons, roaring into the iconic Sonoma Raceway in Sonoma, CA, December 13–14, 2025. Whether you’re a daring driver, a loyal pit-crew member, or just love the chaos of cars done cheap and wild, this event is […]
Winter Jam, Northern California's biggest drifting event, returns on December 20-21, 2025! This thrilling event will take over various locations around Sonoma Raceway, including courses in the main paddock, Turns 2-4, Turn 7, the Esses at Turn 8, and the hairpin at Turn 11 of the road course. With courses for every skill level, it's […]
Come join Noelle Olompali Barton and Larry Otis as they walk and talk you through stories and times at Olompali in the 60's. They will share rare photos and take you back 60 years to when the Grateful Dead and Chosen Family called Olompali home. This is a three part series with the following dates: […]
Come hike the Olompali Miwok Loop Trail with biologist and entomologist Clint Kellner and Madeline Kellner, certified California Naturalist, to see and identify spring wildflowers in bloom. Expect to see a profusion of wildflowers along the trail as you hike through the park's oak savanna and open grasslands. Sharpen your plant identification skills, gain a […]
Come learn about some of Novato's early citizens and how they influenced the development of Novato on the Pioneer Park Cemetery Tour! Join us for a fascinating journey through history at Pioneer Park. Explore the stories of the pioneers who shaped our community, learn about their lives, and uncover the secrets of the past. This […]
Come join Noelle Olompali Barton and Larry Otis as they walk and talk you through stories and times at Olompali in the 60's. They will share rare photos and take you back 60 years to when the Grateful Dead and Chosen Family called Olompali home. This is a three part series with the following dates: […]
Come learn about some of Novato's early citizens and how they influenced the development of Novato on the Pioneer Park Cemetery Tour! Join us for a fascinating journey through history at Pioneer Park. Explore the stories of the pioneers who shaped our community, learn about their lives, and uncover the secrets of the past. This […]
Come join Noelle Olompali Barton and Larry Otis as they walk and talk you through stories and times at Olompali in the 60's. They will share rare photos and take you back 60 years to when the Grateful Dead and Chosen Family called Olompali home. This is a three part series with the following dates: […]