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 | "Cleaning Up" Myths About Homelessness
 The 2016 Leadership Institute Class Project  Time: 8:30-11:00am Location: Marin Health & Wellness Campus, 3240 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael    Each year, the San Rafael Leadership Institute, a program of the Chamber, carries out a class project.  This year's event will consist of a clean-up event in East San Rafael  with 20 Downtown Streets Team members. The event also serves as a  kick-off for a myth-busting media campaign about homelessness.   Learn More 
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Location: San Rafael Chamber, 817 Mission Avenue, San Rafael  
 
 
Learn MorePlease  join us at the Chamber office from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. for coffee,  pastries, and conversation. We will provide a brief overview of the  Chamber, give you a chance connect with Chief Bishop, your fellow  members and Chamber Ambassadors. This is a great opportunity to ask  questions and share your ideas. Plus, enjoy Red Whale Coffee and baked goods from Panera Bread! We look forward to hearing about how to  help the Chamber better serve your business.
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May Mixer and Excellence in Education AwardsDate
 Sponsored by Redwood Credit Union  : Wednesday, May 11Time : 5:00-7:00. Excellence in Education ceremony begins at 6:00pm.Location : Smith Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth Street, San RafaelCost : Free for members, $20 for future members. To be added to the guest list, please contact Leonard Weingarten . Join  the Chamber for a wonderful evening of networking and honoring  excellence in our education community! Marin County Superintendent of  Schools will be the emcee of our Excellence in Education ceremony, which  will recognize seven local educators for their dedication to their  schools and students.
 
 Thank you to Excellence in Education  sponsors Bank of Marin, Bound4College, College Cash Solutions, Law  Offices of Louis Napoli, Minuteman Press, Opus Bank, and Redwood Credit  Union!
 
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 | Chamber Member Announcements
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 | Member Spotlight:Judy Mayne, Judy's Automotive
 
 
What is the best book you've read recently?
 The Boys of Summer,  about baseball players. Baseball is my passion outside of work. I'm a  staunch supporter of the San Rafael Pacifics, and haven't missed a game  yet. | 
 | | | The Member Spotlight is a new feature that helps you get to know your fellow members! Spotlight Members are chosen at random. 
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 | New Member: Trips for Kids
 
 
   
Since 1988, Trips for Kids® (TFK®) has provided mountain bike adventures for under-served youth from the San Francisco Bay Area - 30,000 to date. During these outings, youth have fun while gaining confidence, riding skills, environmental appreciation, and fitness. TFK also offers Earn-a-Bike pre-vocational programs for an additional 5,100 youth. Our programs are unique, affordable, effective and easy to plan; agencies rely on our services. Our distinguished programs and solid reputation have led to national recognition and awards.  TFK Marin is the model and headquarters for 70 national and international chapters that have served 145,000 and counting.Learn more about Trips for Kids | 
 | San Francisco Chronicle Marin Destination Special Section Advertising Opportunities Open Now
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 | City of San Rafael Upcoming Events  | 
 | Italian Street Painting Marin
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 |  Chamber StaffMain Office Number 415-454-4163
 
 
 
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Our Core Values
 
 
Strengthening the Local Economy Promoting and Connecting the Community Providing Quality Networking Opportunities Representing Business to Government Political ActionLearn About Chamber Membership | 
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