Art Works Downtown - Ending Nov 20, "Day of the Dead," altars by various artists. Art Works Downtown, 1337 Fourth St, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.451.8119, Tues-Sat, 10 to 5.

Donna Seager Gallery - Through Dec 14, "Tender Observations," paintings by Kay Bradner. Gallery talk with Bradner, Dec 5, 2 to 4. Donna Seager Gallery, 851 Fourth St, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.454.4229, Tues-Wed and Fri-Sat, 11 to 6; Thurs, 11 to 8:30.

Falkirk Cultural Center - Through Jan 2, "Out of the Fire: Clay and Glass from ACGA," works by various artists. Falkirk Cultural Center, 1408 Mission Ave, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.485.3438.

Garzoli Gallery - Work from contemporary artist Laurie Curran and recent gallery acquisitions on view. Garzoli Gallery, 930 B St, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.459.4321, www.garzoligallery.com.

Higher Space Gallery - Through Feb 28, "Tides of Color," votives by Paula Bailey. Higher Space Gallery, Rebound Bookstore, 1611 Fourth St, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.482.0550, Mon-Sat, 10 to 6.

Marin Arts Council - Through Dec 10, "Ripples," watercolorists explore their medium. Through Jan 18, "Marin Art School Student Show 2009." Marin Arts Council, 555 Northgate Dr, Ste 270, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.499.8350.

Marin Center's Veterans Memorial Auditorium - Through Jan 17, "Marin Art School 2009 Student Show." 415.472.3500. Marin Center's Veterans Memorial Auditorium, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.499.6800.

Marin History Museum - Through Jan 5, 2010, "Growing the Future: Farming Families of Marin," a yearlong historical photography exhibit. Ongoing, "Louise Arner Boyd: Marin's Arctic Explorer" and "Marin Family Photo Album," exhibit of Marin community. Marin History Museum, Boyd Gate House, 1125 B St, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.454.8538, Tues and Fri, 9 to noon; Wed-Thurs, 9 to 4.

Marin Jewelers Guild - Ongoing, gallery allows visitors to view artists at work and browse diverse selection of handmade jewelry. Marin Jewelers Guild, 1331 Fourth St, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.454.2711, Tues-Sat, 10 to 5.

Parent/Child Classes - Jewish Family and Children's Services offers family activities and parenting classes. Tues and Thurs, 10 to 11:30, drop-in playtime. $6; no registration necessary. 415.491.7959. Parents Place, 600 Fifth Ave, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.419.3632.

Prenatal Morning Yoga - Mothers-to-be are invited to practice breathing and stretching to restore energy and address body's changing needs. Sliding scale if needed. Fri, 10 to 11. $15-$50, 415.939.YOGA. Parents Center, above Hellers for Children, 514 Fourth St, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.939.YOGA.

Professional Boxing - Liberty Boxing Enterprises presents former World Champion Paul Nave against Daniel Schlienz. Undercard includes heavyweights Yohon Banks and David Johnson; lightweights Luis Alfredo Lugo and Jaime Rodriguez; featherweights Juan Tepoz and Sean Solomon; and undefeated Aris Ambriz against an as-yet-unnamed opponent. Nov 20 at 7. $30-$200, 415.499.6800. Marin Center, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.499.6800, www.marincenter.org.

Singles Dance - Society of Single Professionals invites single professionals of all ages to meet new friends and boogie the night away. Nov 20, 8 to midnight. $10, 415.507.9962. Embassy Suites Hotel, 101 McInnis Pkwy, San Rafael (North Bay).

Literacy Tutors Needed - Marin Literacy Program holds monthly orientation for volunteer tutors. Help folks read! 415.485.3318. San Rafael Library, 1100 E St, San Rafael (North Bay).

Dynasty - Extreme sports flick revels in the past, present and future of winter sports, celebrating 60 years of Warren Miller films. Nov 21 at 8. $18, 415.499.6400. Marin Center, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.499.6800, www.marincenter.org.

History Walking Tour - Learn about historic downtown San Rafael with a tour by Marin History Museum. Every third Sat. $5 general; members free, www.marinhistory.org. Marin History Museum, Boyd Gate House, 1125 B St, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.454.8538, Tues and Fri, 9 to noon; Wed-Thurs, 9 to 4.

Frisbee Show - Magician, juggler and escape artist Greg Frisbee promises fun for all ages. Nov 22 at 1. $6-$7, 510.276.7469. Osher Marin JCC, 200 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.444.8000, www.marinjcc.org.

Civic Center Farmers Market - Sun at 10am, "Eat Local 101" provides walking tour with information, cooking advice and ideas inspired by locally grown foods. 800.897.3276. Marin Civic Center, 3501 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael (North Bay).

Marin Peace & Justice Coalition - Mon, 7 to 9:30, all are welcome to join organizing meetings. 415.721.2844. First United Methodist Church, 9 Ross Valley Dr, San Rafael (North Bay).

Marin4Men - Activities, lectures and fun for gay and bi guys. Wed at 6:30, Marin4Men hosts coffee hour. 415.457.2487. Aroma Cafe, 1122 Fourth St, San Rafael (North Bay).

Fourth Thurs monthly, Marin Poetry Center hosts open reading and workshops - Free, www.marinpoetrycenter.org. Falkirk Cultural Center, 1408 Mission Ave, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.485.3438.

Music in the Air - Strolling carolers visit shops along 4th St sharing traditional Christmas music and cheer. Nov 27, 3 to 5. Free. West End Village, Fourth St, San Rafael (North Bay).

Parade of Lights and Winter Wonderland - Light the tree with Santa, Mrs Claus and other characters at this holiday market and music event. Sledding on A St! Nov 27, noon to 5:30 (sledding on Nov 28 too). Free, 800.310.6563. Downtown San Rafael, Fifth and A streets, San Rafael (North Bay).

Elemental Dance - Constantine Darling leads conscious movement dance using earth's alchemy followed by sound healing. Monthly, last Fri at 7. $15-$20, 415.454.2490. Meridian Sports Club, 1001 Fourth St, San Rafael (North Bay).

Modern Times - Charlie Chaplin's 1936 masterwork, screened in a restored 35mm print, is the last appearance of his Little Tramp and the kickoff to the quarterly "Everybody's Classics" series. Nov 29 at noon. Free, 415.454.1222. Smith Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth St, San Rafael (North Bay), 415.454.1222.