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The City of Novato welcomes comments and asks that all conversations remain civil. Individuals are responsible for the content of their comments. The City does not discriminate against any particular viewpoint. However, the City may delete any of the following:
■ Advertisements or solicitations of any kind
■ Comments that threaten or harm the reputation of any person or organization
■ Comments tha
t suggest or encourage illegal activity
■ Multiple off-topic posts or repetitive posts that are copied and pasted
■ Personal information including, but not limited to, email addresses, telephone numbers, mailing addresses, or identification numbers
■ Violent, obscene, profane, hateful, or racist comments
Overall, the City encourages all individuals to be respectful and contribute to the discussion. If you continually violate this policy, the City may limit your ability to comment in the future. If you have any questions or comments about this policy, please e-mail [email protected]. The policy is as follows:
The City of Novato (City) has established social media sites to provide the community with accurate, relevant, and timely information about the City and to create a mechanism for communication about the City between City staff and the public. The social media sites used by the City are a very limited public forum and must conform to the policy herein. The City’s website (www.novato.org) serves as the City’s primary and predominant online presence. The following policy applies to all of the City’s social media sites including Facebook and Twitter. POLICY
The City intends to promote effective communication and maintain a respectful dialogue. In that spirit, the rules for posting external comments on the City’s social media sites are strictly enforced. Our moderators use these rules to ensure that posted comments are suitable for all readers while respecting a range of opinions and points of view. Posted information and comments on City social media sites must comply with the following regulations:
A. Comments must be civil and may not contain potentially libelous, malicious, offensive, threatening, profane images or language, including but not limited to indecent words that were the subject of F.C.C. Pacifica Foundation 438 U.S. 726 (1978). Comments that compromise the safety or security of the public or public systems will not be allowed. Content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, national origin, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation are not permitted. Advertising or promotional announcements are not permitted. Comments must be within the scope of the topic under discussion. Comments cannot include personally identifiable information, such as an address, phone number, social security number, or other sensitive information. Comments cannot be of an obscene or pornographic nature or include links thereto (including images that contain nudity or are of a sexual nature.) Comments cannot represent a person other than the one posting the comment. Comments containing links to other websites or pages must be relevant to the topic. Comments cannot serve electoral campaign purposes. Political messages will not be published except for announcements of City elections or voter encouragement campaigns. Comments encouraging illegal activity are not permitted. Participants are responsible for what they post. Comments must not breach any law, confidentiality, or violate a legal ownership interest of another party. External comments and posts to the City’s social media sites do not reflect the opinions or policies of the City, its officials, or employees. The administrator/moderator may remove any and all postings and comments at the administrator/moderator’s sole discretion. City of Novato staff will post and monitor discourse on its social media sites. Postings on this site are not retained by the City. However, please be aware that, under certain circumstances, the content appearing on this page may be subject to the California Public Records Act and subject to disclosure by the City if requested. This may include information about you, that you make available through your privacy settings on this site, and on your own pages. Comments by external parties on City social media sites are not official public testimony concerning any project or program. An opinion expressed on a City social media site is posted for discussion only and is not a substitute for a formal statement in a public hearing process. All users of a City social media site are also subject to the site’s own privacy policy. The City has no control over a social media site’s privacy policy or the company’s modifications to it. The City also has no control over the content, commercial advertisements, or other postings produced by the social media company that may appear on the City’s site, as part of the site’s environment. The City assumes no liability for any inaccuracies these social media sites may contain and does not guarantee that the social media sites will be uninterrupted or error-free. The City does not respond to service requests and other media inquiries on social media sites. If you have questions, concerns, or comments, we encourage you to visit www.novato.org or call 415.899.8900. Questions concerning the use and operation of the City’s social media sites should be directed to the Communications Division at [email protected].
06/06/2026
💙 Adaptive Swim at Hamilton Community Pool is NOW OPEN for registration!
We're hosting a dedicated 2-hour recreation swim designed specifically for individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities — and their families. 🌊
Whether you're looking to practice water skills, build confidence, or simply have fun in the water, this is your space. We've designed this session to be welcoming, calm, and supportive — with reduced attendance, lower noise levels, and fewer distractions so every participant can feel comfortable and successful.
💦 Sunday, June 28, 2026
💦 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
💦 Hamilton Community Pool | 203 El Bonito Drive, Novato
👶 Children under 12 months are FREE!
Pre-register at novato.gov/regforfun or pay at the entrance.
Please note, this event has been specifically designed for individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities. The pool environment will feature reduced noise and a more relaxed atmosphere. Service animals are welcome; please leave pets at home. 🐾
View our pool schedule at novato.gov/hamiltonpoolhours
The Hamilton Pool is owned and operated by the City of Novato's Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department. 😎
06/05/2026
🎶 IT'S CONCERT NIGHT, NOVATO! 🎶
Tonight's the night -- our first Concert on the Green of 2026 is HERE! 🌿🎙 Git With It () is taking the stage and we are SO ready.
📍 Civic Green, 901 Sherman Ave
🎟 FREE admission
🎶 Music starts at 6 PM
🧺 Bring your blankets, chairs & snacks
Grab your crew, hit up one of the amazing spots in for dinner, and meet us on the green! 🌅✨
🐶 Pups stay home for this one, but everyone else -- see you TONIGHT!
👉 Visit novato.gov/events for the full summer lineup.
06/04/2026
🧱Stack your summer with and join us for Play-Well Lego camps! These half-day camps are designed to mix learning and fun! No experience necessary, just an enthusiasm for all things Lego! 🌟
⛏️ Brickcraft Tabletop Minecraft Adventure Game: July 13-17, 9 AM-12 PM
💎 Brickcraft Tabletop Minecraft Survival Game: July 13-17, 1 PM-4 PM
🦖 Dino Design Using LEGO Materials: July 27-31, 1 PM-4 PM
📲Visit Novato.gov/RegForFun and search "Play-Well" to register your child today!
06/04/2026
‼️IVC Restrooms and Water Fountain Closed for Marin Municipal Water District Maintenance from 3pm on Thursday, June 11th, through 7am on Friday, June 12th.‼️
The restrooms and water fountains at the Ernie Gray Softball Fields at IVC will be closed temporarily from 3pm on June 11th, through 7am on June 12th.
We appreciate your understanding.
06/04/2026
Join us this summer for TinkerTech: Robotics Camp!🤖☀️ Dive into the world of programming and robotics, exploring a variety of robotics kits and tools to build and program bots, rovers and more. 🛠️
📅Dates: Mon-Fri, July 27 - 31
⏰Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
👥Ages: 8 – 12 years
📍Location: Hill Education Center – 720 Diablo Ave
Whether you're a budding coder or future engineer, you'll have the chance to exercise your problem-solving skills and use your creativity while making friends!
Visit Novato.org/RegForFun and search 'TinkerTech’ for more information and to register!🔗
06/03/2026
🍦Join us for a delightful Ice Cream Social at the Margaret Todd Senior Center! 🍦
📅 Date: Wednesday, June 24
🕐 Time: 1 PM
📍 Location: 1560 Hill Road, Novato
💵 Cost: $4
Treat yourself to a couple of scoops of your favorite ice cream, complete with all the delicious toppings! Enjoy live entertainment from Kendrick Fielder () while you socialize. Don't miss out on this sweet summer event.
📋 Registration deadline: June 22 (no refunds after this date)
👉 Register in person at the Margaret Todd Senior Center front desk.
Special thanks to Atria for sponsoring this event! It's sure to be a "sweet" time! 🍨
06/03/2026
Join us in 2 weeks at the Downtown Novato Farmers Market on Tuesday, June 16 from 6PM - 8PM to celebrate Juneteenth with live music from GRAMMY-nominated accordionist Andre Thierry! 🎶✨
Rooted in his French Kreole heritage and blending zydeco, funk, and R&B into a high-energy, soulful sound, Andre Thierry's Accordion Soul music reflects a deep sense of tradition, culture, and community, making it a powerful way to honor Juneteenth through celebration and connection. 🎵🙌
📅 Tuesday, June 16, 2026
🕕 6PM – 8PM
📍 Downtown Novato Farmers Market, 901 Sherman Avenue, Novato, CA
🎟 Free Community Event
Come shop the market 🛍️, support local vendors, enjoy fresh food 🌽🍓, and experience an evening of live music on the Civic Green next to City Hall 🎶.
🖤❤️💚 Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865 — the day Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas and announced that enslaved people were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. A day when freedom finally reached everyone. Come help us celebrate. 🖤
06/02/2026
🎉 Tuesdays are for the Downtown Novato Farmers Market! 🍓🌽
Join us each week for a fun, fresh evening filled with:
🍅 Locally grown produce
🍴 Delicious eats from your favorite food vendors
🎶 Live music
🧼 Handmade goods from talented local makers
🌳 A relaxing spot to unwind on the Civic Green — bring a blanket and stay a while!
📍 Sherman Ave (between Grant & De Long, in front of City Hall)
🕓 Tuesdays | 4–8PM (closes at 7PM in October)
Grab dinner, shop fresh, enjoy the tunes, and connect with the community — all in one spot. 💚
📲 Additional information is available onsite at the market or by visiting novato.gov/farmersmarket
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