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Located 16 miles north of San Francisco just across the Golden Gate Bridge, Fairfax is the gateway to the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and is within easy reach of other numerous State and National Recreation Areas including many lakes in the Marin Municipal Water Shed. This quaint community offers the best of both work and play while retaining its small-town atmosphere and charm. With a population of approximately 7500, Fairfax has become a most desirable destination for young families looking to have a piece of the California dream on a budget. Local real estate is a must see, ranging from luxury homes on large lots to hillside perches with breathtaking views.
Positioned in the beautiful Ross Valley midway between the bay and the Pacific Ocean, Fairfax boasts warm, sunny weather, many children's playgrounds, wooded parklands, sandy beaches, and miles of hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails making it a perfect destination for those that love outdoor activities. Fairfax touts itself as the last true sixties enclave making it a funky, family town with many modern amenities. The retail shops range from truly eclectic tie-dyed and East Indian clothing and one-of-a-kind jewelry to sports stores for the surfing, bicycling, kayaking and hiking enthusiast. Fairfax hosts numerous events including the Fairfax Brew Fest, the Fairfax Film Festival, the Fairfax Jazz Festival, and the Fairfax Festival and Parade that kicks off the summer season.
Chamber of Commerce
Fairfax Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 1111
Fairfax, CA 94978
415.453.5928
Referrals, advice, information, support and energy issues in Fairfax, California.
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Community Groups
Marin Pirates Swim Team
Kentfield, Fairfax and Novato, CA
The Marin Pirates Swim Team is a year-round United States Swim Team that is open to competitive swimmers of any skill level. The Pirates serve all of Marin County with programs in three communities: Kentfield, Fairfax, and Novato.
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Ross Valley Mothers' Club
P.O. Box 2449
San Anselmo, CA 94979
415.721.4576
Since the summer of 1993, we have provided a community for families in the Ross Valley area: Kentfield, Greenbrae, Ross, San Anselmo, Fairfax and surrounding towns.
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Seaflow
P.O. Box 507
Fairfax, CA 94978
415.454.4443
Helps to protect our living oceans from high intensity Low Frequency Active Sonar which harms all marine life.
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Demographics
Population (2000): 7319
Median resident age: 42
Average household income (2000): $58,465
Mean home price (2004): $710,918
Mean Condominium/Townhouse Sales Price (2004): $486,000
Number of units sold (2004): 129
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Farmer's Markets
Fairfax Farmers' Market
Fairfax Theatre Parking Lot
765 Center Boulevard
Fairfax, CA 94930
415.456.3376
Day/time:
Wednesdays 4:00pm - 8:00pm, June to October
Fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables.
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Fire Stations
Ross Valley Fire Service
777 San Anselmo Avenue
San Anselmo, CA 94960
415.258.4686
Ross Valley Fire Authority is a consolidated department with the mission of protecting lives, property and environments of Fairfax, San Anselmo and Sleepy Hollow through education, prevention, and community service.
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Government
Town of Fairfax
415.453.1584
Council meets second Monday at 8:00 p.m.
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County of Marin
3501 Civic Center Drive
San Rafael, CA 94903
415.499.7331
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History
California State
Historical Landmarks - Marin County Compiled by Donald Laird, the sites included on the list are: the First Sawmill in Marin (located in Mill Valley), the Oldest House North of San Francisco Bay (north of Novato), the Mission San Rafael Arcangel (in San Rafael) and the site of the Lighter Wharf in Bolinas. Click here for website Fairfax Historical Society P.O. Box 662 Fairfax, CA 94978 A look into the past of the town of Fairfax, California. Click here for website Marin History Museum 1125 B Street San Rafael, CA 94901 415.454.8538 The Marin History Museum celebrates the traditions of innovation and creativity of the people of Marin County. Click here for website Hospitals
Bolinas Family Practice
7 Wharf Road
Bolinas, CA 94924
415.868.0124
Hours: Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesdays. Closed from 1 to 2 p.m. every day.
Services: Primary medical care for children and adults, obstetrical care and family planning, diagnostic laboratory services, and health education. Click here for website County of Marin - H & HS Health Services Division - Clinical Services Includes dental services, HIV/AIDS program, preventive health care for the Aging, Public Health Nursing, childhood, adult and travel immunizations, Lead Poisoning Prevention and more. Click here for website Kaiser Permanente Medical Centers Around Marin, CA 415.444.2000 Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical Center and its Satellite Clinics are located in Downtown San Rafael, Novato, Petaluma and West Marin. Click here for website Marin Community Clinic 250 Bon Air Road Greenbrae, CA 94904 415.448.1500 Provides affordable primary healthcare to low-income and uninsured patients. Click here for website Marin General Hospital 250 Bon Air Road Greenbrae, CA 94904 415.925.7000 Marin General Hospital, a Sutter Health affiliate, is the largest acute care hospital in Marin County and accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Click here for website Novato Community Hospital 180 Rowland Way Novato, CA 94945 415.209.1300 A Sutter Health affiliate, this hospital has a knowledgeable and caring professional staff that provides patients with highly personalized healthcare, using state of the art technology. Click here for website Point Reyes Medical Clinic 3 6th Street P.O. Box 910 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 415.663.8666 Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. Open from 10:00am to 5:00pm Saturdays for both scheduled appointments and urgent care. Services: Primary medical care for children and adults, obstetrical care and family planning, diagnostic laboratory services, podiatry, x-rays and health education. Click here for website S.F. VA Medical Center Around Marin, CA 415.444.2000 San Francisco VA Medical Center is part of a nationwide Federal health-care system for veterans operated by the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs. Click here for website Stinson Beach Medical Center 3419 State Route 1 P.O. Box 978 Stinson Beach, CA 94970 415.868.9656 Hours: Open five days each week. Physician days are Wednesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed one hour from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.). On Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, the Medical Center is staffed by a family nurse practitioner. Services: Primary medical care for children and adults, obstetrical care and family planning, diagnostic laboratory services, and health education. Click here for website |
City of Fairfax website link
Libraries
Fairfax Library
2097 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard
Fairfax, CA 94930
415.453.8092
A branch of the Marin County Free Library, existing to make a broad range of culture, information and knowledge available for the needs of the public.
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Police Stations
Fairfax Police Department
144 Bolinas Road
Fairfax, CA 94930
415.453.5330
Fairfax Police Department believes strongly in the philosophy known as "Community Oriented Policing". In this modern approach to law enforcement, the entire community becomes involved in identifying and solving problems that affect the community.
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Marin County Sheriff's Office
3501 Civic Center Drive, #145
San Rafael, CA 94903
415.499.7250
Responsible for patrol services, prevention of crime and apprehension of criminals in unincorporated areas, and investigates criminal activity. It provides Mutual Aid support to local law enforcement and processes civil writs; serves court warrants.
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Marin Sheriff's Office & Emergency Services
3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 266
San Rafael, CA 94903
415.499.6584
Preparing for Earthquakes, Floods, Fires, Landslides, Volcanoes; Children and special populations; Pets and other animals; Securing furniture and bolting foundations; and more.
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Recreation
Mt. Tam Adventures
39 Wreden Avenue
Fairfax, CA 94063
415.608.7806
Mt. Tam is Marin's premiere outdoor adventure program for family, individuals, and businesses. Each adventure has a BBQ or picnic celebrating Marin's organic local farm-raised foods.
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Deer Park
The park provides picnic areas and nature trails in a natural, wooded setting.
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Marin County Parks and Open Space
3501 Civic Center Drive, #415
San Rafael, CA 94903
415.499.6387
Marin County Parks and Open Space provides a variety of experiences for individuals visiting Marin County parks. Boat launches, beaches, golf courses, swimming pools, picnic areas and ball fields are just a few samples of the many opportunities available.
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Religious/Faith
Christ Lutheran Church of Fairfax
2626 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard
Fairfax, CA 94930
415.454.6365
A family-sized congregation with a friendly, progressive blend of contemporary and traditional values centered around meaningful worship for thoughtful Christians and other seekers.
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Fairfax Community Church
2398 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard
Fairfax, CA 94930
415.454.6085
A small, warm, caring Spirit-centered community with roots in Christianity (United Church of Christ) and branches into other faith traditions.
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Saint Rita Catholic Church
102 Marinda Drive
Fairfax, CA 94930
415.456.4815
Catholic Church, Parish and K-8 School in Fairfax. Sunday masses 7, 9 and 11 am.
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Schools
Ross Valley School District
Cascade Canyon School
Private:
49 students; K-8
2626 Sir Francis Drake
Fairfax, CA 94930
415.459.3464
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Manor Elementary School
Public Magnet:
337 students; K-5
150 Oak Manor Drive
Fairfax, CA 94930
415.453-1544
Manor School is situated in the Oak Manor neighborhood of Fairfax.
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St. Rita Elementary School
Private:
253 students; K-8
102 Marinda Drive
Fairfax, CA 94930
415.456.1003
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White Hill Middle
Public:
623 students; Grades 6-8
101 Glen Drive
Fairfax, CA 94930
415.454.8390
This is the only middle school for the Ross Valley School District.
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Utilities
Marin Hazardous and Solid Waste JPA
65 Mitchell Blvd.
San Rafael, CA 94913
415.499.3725
It's our job to inform county residents and businesses of the many ways they can help reduce and recycle their solid waste and properly dispose of hazardous materials.
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Comcast of North Bay
Cable Customer Service:
800.945.2288
High Speed Internet Customer Service:
888.262.6300
Email Customer Service
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Marin Municipal Water District
220 Nellen Avenue
Corte Madera, CA 94925
415.945.1455
Marin Municipal Water District provides high-quality drinking water to 190,000 people in a 147-square-mile area of Marin County, California, just across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco.
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Marin Recycling Center
535 Jacoby St.
San Rafael, CA 94501
415.453.1404
Marin County's recycling center.
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Pacific Bell Telephone
800.310.2355
Provides telephone service & repair service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Pacific Gas & Electric
999 Third Street
San Rafael, CA 94915
800.743.5000
Pacific Gas and Electric Company is one of the largest combination natural gas and electric utilities in the United States. The company, a subsidiary of PG&E Corporation, serves approximately 15 million people throughout a 70,000-square-mile service area in northern and central California.
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Weather
Click here for Current Local Weather
Winter temperatures range from 42 to 61
Spring temperatures range from 45 to 74
Summer temperatures range from 54 to 86
Fall temperatures range from 50 to 79
Rainfall 55-65 days per year
Precipitation 43 inches per year
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