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Novato is the northernmost city in Marin County, located twenty nine miles north of San Francisco just off Highway 101. One of the larger cities in Marin with a population around 49,000, Novato is host to the northern campus of the College of Marin in addition to having some of county's largest businesses. There is a wide variety of housing here, from waterfront communities to horse farms and spectacular mansions. Novato is the place for those looking for convenient, reasonable housing in a prospering community.
Chamber of Commerce
Novato Chamber of Commerce
807 Delong Avenue
Novato, CA 94945
415.897.1164
A voluntary organization of the business community, which unites hundreds of businesses and professional firms, creating a unique central network.
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Community Groups
Hamilton Field of Marin Association
500 Palm Drive
Novato, CA 94949
415.899.1122
A community association on the site of the former Hamilton Air Force Base.
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Lu Sutton Elementary School PTA
1801 Center Road
Novato, CA 94947
415.897.3196
Lu Sutton PTA sponsors numerous educational activities and raises funds for enrichment programs and field trips for our students.
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Marin Homeschool Families
Novato
Marin County, CA 94949
415.883.8044
A group of home school families throughout Marin County, providing support and resources for all home schoolers.
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Marin Natal Loss
1516 Grant Avenue #328
Novato, CA 94945
415.203.2475
Marin Natal Loss offers ongoing support groups and individual counseling for those who have suffered a miscarriage, a stillbirth or the loss of an infant.
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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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Novato Civic Arts Commission
75 Rowland Way, #200
Novato, CA 94945
The Civic Arts Commission serves in an advisory capacity to Council on issues related to the arts and cultural activities in the Novato community.
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Novato Grove No. 113, United Ancient Order of Druids
801 Grant Street
Novato, CA 94947
415.898.1393
Novato Grove No. 113, UAOD, received its dispensation to meet January 5, 1899, and meets regularly on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.
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Novato Lacrosse Club
926A Diablo Avenue
PMB 126
Novato, CA 94947
415.257.0805
Youth lacrosse ages 8-18, multi-level girls and boys teams, membership in Northern California Jr. Lacrosse Association &USLacrosse.
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Novato Mothers Club
P.O. Box 1306
Novato, CA 94948
415.458.3203
The Novato Mothers Club, located in Novato, California, is a supportive and educational club. Over 300 members enjoy weekly play groups, children's outings, family events, guest speakers and a monthly newsletter. We are a member-led support group.
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Novato Riptide Swim Team
Novato, CA 94945
415.446.2110
A City of Novato and Marin YMCA sponsored swim team program.
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Peace Novato
6 Angelica Court
Novato, CA 94947
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People of Novato speak out on issues of peace, social justice and the environment.
Rolling Hills Swim Team
351 San Andreas Drive
Novato, CA 94945
The Stingray Swim Team is a "family style" program. The leadership roles are fulfilled by Rolling Hills Club Management. The parents work together as a team, with the Management leadership, to complete the total function of the program.
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Demographics
Population (2000): 47,630
Median resident age: 39.6
Average household income (2000): 63,453
Mean home price (2004): $361,400
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Farmer's Markets
Novato Farmers' Market
Sherman Avenue &Grant Avenue
Novato, CA 94945
415.456.3376
Day/time:Tuesdays 4:00pm - 8:00pm, May to October
Downtown on Sherman Avenue, between De Long and Grant Avenue.
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Fire Stations
Novato Fire Protection District
7025 Redwood Boulevard
Novato, CA 94945
415.878.2690
Provides fire protection, emergency medical service, prevention and loss control services to Novato.
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Government
City of Novato
415.899.8900
Council meets second and fourth Tuesdays at 7:00 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 Marin County Genealogical Society P.O. Box 1511 Novato, CA 94948 The objectives of the organization are to fill the need for local access to genealogical materials and instructions and to promote interest in genealogical and related historical and biographical research. 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 Marin Museum of the American Indian 2200 Novato Boulevard P.O. Box 864 Novato, CA 94948 415.897.4064 The only museum in the Bay Area devoted entirely to Native American culture. Gallery Exhibitions, Gift Shop, Education and Public Programs, and a Reference Library. Hours: Tues - Fri, 10:00am to 3:00pm. Sat &Sun, 12:00pm to 4:00pm (please call ahead on weekends to be certain volunteer staff are onsite). Click here for website Novato Historical Guild 900 Sherman Avenue Novato, CA 94945 415.897.4320 The Novato Historical Guild's mission is to collect and preserve exhibits related to the historical and social development of Novato and Hamilton Field at the Novato History Museum. Click here for website Novato History Museum 815 DeLong Avenue Novato, CA 94945 415.897.4320 The Novato History Museum, founded by Mrs. Margaret "Peg" Coady in 1976, is located in the home of Novato's first Postmaster, Henry F. Jones. Click here for website Virtual Collections of Marin The Virtual Archive site uses current Internet technology to create a structure for archiving Marin County's history before it is lost. 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 Libraries
MARINet
6 Hamilton Landing, Suite 140C
Novato, CA 94949
415.884.2451
A consortium of seven public library jurisdictions that offer the MARINet online library catalog.
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MCF Philanthropy Resource Center
5 Hamilton Landing, Suite 200
Novato, CA 94949
415.464.2500
A small, specialized collection of materials on grant seeking, proposal writing, fundraising, and board development.
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Novato Library
1720 Novato Boulevard
Novato, CA 94947
415.898.4623
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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South Novato Library
6 Hamilton Landing, Suite 140A
Novato, CA 94949
415.506.3164
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
Novato Police Department
909 Machin Avenue
Novato, CA 94945
415.897.4361
Involved with neighborhood crime watch &prevention; complaints &concerns and emergency preparedness.
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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
City of Novato Parks &Recreation
75 Rowland Way, #200
Novato, CA 94945
415.899.8200
City of Novato Parks &Recreation offers a variety of activities and programs such as adult athletics, youth athletics, a job fair for teens, a teen center, a skate park, and a senior program.
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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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Olompali State Historic Park
P.O. Box 1016
Novato, CA 94948
415.892.3383
Olompali Park overlooks the Petaluma River and San Pablo Bay from the east-facing slopes of 1,558 foot Mount Burdell.
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Religious/Faith
Bell Springs Foundation
448 Ignacio Boulevard, #257
Novato, CA 94949
415.883.8996
Marin based volunteers building a remote Mendocino County mountaintop accessible retreat on a 174-acre wilderness mountaintop. They also fund items to help people with disabilities gain independence and host Vegan diet retreats.
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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Novato Ward
787 Kendon Lane
Novato, CA 94947
415.892.5650
All are invited to "come unto Christ and be perfected in Him." Meeting Times: Sacrament Services ~ 9:00am Sunday School ~ 10:20am Priesthood/Relief Society ~ 11:10am.
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Crossings Church
1461 South Novato Boulevard
Novato, CA 94947
415.892.3670
"A Church of Discovery" committed to serving and sharing Jesus through our church, and in our community.
International Association of Sufism
14 Commercial Boulevard, Suite 101
Novato, CA 94949
415.382.SUFI
A non-profit educational and community organization designed to promote social consciousness and global awareness.
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Marin Integrative Healing Network
845 Olive Ave, Suite 110
Novato, CA 94945
415.209.6278
The Marin Integrative Healing Network mission is to promote the wellness of body/mind/spirit by providing access to resources of faith and spirituality in collaboration with community partners.
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Marin Interfaith Council
845 Olive Avenue, Suite 110
Novato, CA 94945
415.209.6278
A respectful collaboration celebrating faith traditions, advocating justice and building community.
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New Life Christian Center
1370 South Novato Boulevard
Novato, CA 94947
415.892.0714
Worship Sundays at 10:30am &6:00pm.
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Open Door Christian Church
1915 Novato Boulevard
Novato, CA 94947
415.897.5556
A place where people feel comfortable and grow in God. Sundays 10:00am; 5:30pm Family Service.
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Our Lady of Loretto Church
1806 Novato Boulevard
Novato, CA 94947
415.897.2171
Our Lady of Loretto Church is a Roman Catholic Church that serves the people of Novato.
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Presbyterian Church of Novato
710 Wilson Avenue
Novato, CA 94947
415.897.6152
Visitors welcome. Offering contemporary and traditional worship services, church school through 8th grade, nursery care, youth groups, adult bible study, music programs and more.
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St. Anthony of Padua Parish
1000 Cambridge Street
Novato, CA 94947
415.883.2177
St. Anthony of Padua Parish is a Roman Catholic Church.
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St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church
967 Fifth Street
Novato, CA 94945
415.892.1609
St. Francis is a center for Christian community, worship and outreach.
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Unity In Marin
Hamilton Center
600 Palm Drive
Novato, CA 94949
415.475.5000
A center for positive, practical spirituality, featuring contemporary interfaith services with lively music and child care.
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Schools
Novato Unified School District
Christian Life School
Private:PK-9
P.O. Box 950
Novato, CA 94948
415.892.5713
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Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Private:106 students; PK-5
1180 Lynwood Drive
Novato, CA 94947
415.897.2510
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Hamilton Meadow Park Elementary School
Public:331 students; K-5
1 Main Gate Road
Hamilton Field
Novato, CA 94949
415.883.4691
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Hill Middle School
Public:588 students; Grades 6-8
720 Diablo Avenue
Novato, CA 94947
415.893.1557
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Living Epistle Christian
Private:16 students; Grades 1-12
P.O. Box 1552
Novato, CA 94948
415.898.5915
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Loma Verde Elementary School
Public:357 students; K-5
399 Alameda De La Loma
Novato, CA 94949
415.883.4681
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Lu Sutton Elementary School
Public:394 students; K-5
1800 Center Road
Novato, CA 94947
415.897.3196
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Lynwood Elementary School
Public:396 students; K-5
1320 Lynwood Drive
Novato, CA 94947
415.897.4161
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Marin Oaks High School
Public:59 students; Grades 10-12
611 Arthur Street
Novato, CA 94947
415.892.8733
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Marin School Of Arts And Technology
Charter:111 students; Grades 9-12
1850 Ignacio Boulevard
Novato, CA 94949
415.883.7390
The Marin School of Arts and Technology (MSAT) is dedicated to helping students achieve personal and academic success.
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Montessori School Of Novato
Private:PK-K
1466 South Novato Boulevard
P.O. Box 1921
Novato, CA 94945
415.892.2228
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North Bay Christian Academy
Private:144 students; K-12
6965 Redwood Boulevard
Novato, CA 94945
415.892.8921
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Nova Education Center (Indep. St.)
Public:111 students; K-12
730 Diablo Boulevard
Novato, CA 94947
415.897.7653
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Novato Charter (Elementary)
Charter:234 students; K-8
601 Bolling Drive
Novato, CA 94949
415.883.1859
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Olive Elementary School
Public:402 students; K-5
629 Plum Street
Novato, CA 94945
415.897.2131
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Our Lady Of Loretto School
Private:237 students; K-8
1811 Virginia Avenue
Novato, CA 94945
415.892.8621
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Pleasant Valley Elementary School
Public:400 students; K-5
755 Sutro Avenue
Novato, CA 94947
415.897.5104
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Rancho Elementary School
Public:489 students; K-5
1430 Johnson Street
Novato, CA 94947
415.897.3101
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San Jose Middle School
Public:520 students; Grades 6-8
1000 Sunset Parkway
Novato, CA 94949
415.883.7831
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San Marin High School
Public:1062 students; Grades 9-12
15 San Marin Drive
Novato, CA 94945
415.898.2121
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San Ramon Elementary School
Public:460 students; K-5
45 San Ramon
Novato, CA 94945
415.897.1196
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Sinaloa Middle School
Public:765 students; K-8
2045 Vineyard Road
Novato, CA 94947
415.897.2111
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Utilities
Horizon Cable
227 S. Oakwood Dr., #5.
Novato, CA 94949
415.883.9251
High Speed Internet Customer Service:888.262.6300
Email Customer Service
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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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North Marin Water District
999 Rush Creek Place
Novato, CA 94948
415.897.4133
North Marin Water District provides water services for North Marin to Novato and parts of West Marin.
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Novato Sanitary District
500 Davidson Street
Novato, CA 94945
415.892.1694
Provides sewage collection, treatment plant &system maintenance to the City of Novato and some surrounding areas.
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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
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Winter temperatures range from 41 to 64
Spring temperatures range from 47 to 73
Summer temperatures range from 53 to 83
Fall temperatures range from 51 to 80
Rainfall XX-XX days per year
Precipitation XX inches per year
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