Marin Storms, New Restaurants & Bike Safety — Marin Living
Marin Storms, New Restaurants & Bike Safety Marin Storms, New Restaurants & Bike Safety FEBRUARY 19, 2026 Hey neighbor, It’s been a wild week of weather in Marin. A series of powerful storms brought flooding to Highway 101 in Mill Valley, a rare dusting of snow to the peak of Mt. Tam, and spectacular lightning that woke up residents from Sausalito to San Rafael. The rain is set to continue, so keep your umbrellas handy. In brighter news, the local food scene is buzzing with the opening of Super Duper Burgers in Corte Madera and a new farm-to-table spot, Cultivar, in Sausalito. But the week was also marked by tragedy, as the death of a cyclist in Novato has reignited urgent calls for improved bike safety on our roads. If you only read one thing this week, make it the Top Stories to get the full scoop. — Stay dry out there In This Issue → This Week's Best Bets → Top Stories → Crime & Safety → Real Estate → Kids & Family → Social Buzz → Events & Things to Do → Trail of the Week 🌧️ Weather & Weekend Outlook Short version: More rain is on the way. After a brief sunny break on Friday, the wet pattern returns for the weekend and continues through next week. Highs will be in the 50s and low 60s. Thursday: Rain likely before 10am, then clearing. High near 51. Gusty winds possible. Friday: Mostly sunny after some morning frost. High near 52. Weekend: Rain returns Saturday afternoon and continues through Sunday. Highs in the mid-to-upper 50s. Tip: With the ongoing rain, it's a perfect weekend to check out the roaring waterfalls at Cataract Trail. Editor's Picks This Week's Best Bets 1. 🎶 See Kathleen Edwards at Sweetwater — Mill Valley Catch the acclaimed singer-songwriter at the iconic Sweetwater Music Hall this Saturday, Feb 21. A perfect intimate setting for a rainy weekend night. 2. 🦁 Celebrate Lunar New Year — San Anselmo Welcome the Year of the Horse with a vibrant Lion Dance performance at the Town Hall Plaza on Saturday, Feb 21, from 11am to noon. A fantastic free event for the whole family. 3. 🍺 Sip Local for Fe-BREW-ary — San Rafael It’s the last weekend to celebrate the 4th annual Fe-BREW-ary in Downtown San Rafael. Grab a pint and support our local breweries and taprooms. Top Stories The Big Stuff This Week 🌧️ Marin Soaked by Storms, Mt. Tam Gets Snow A series of potent storms brought over five inches of rain to parts of Marin this week, causing flooding on Highway 101, a rare dusting of snow on Mt. Tam, and dramatic lightning strikes. The wet weather is set to continue through the weekend and into next week. Marin IJ 🍔 Super Duper Opens in Corte Madera, Cultivar in Sausalito Marin’s food scene gets a boost with two new openings. The popular Super Duper Burgers has taken over the old Amy’s Drive Thru spot in Corte Madera, its third location in the county. In Sausalito, a new farm-to-table restaurant, Cultivar, has opened its doors on the waterfront. Marin IJ Redwood Bark 🚲 Tragedy on San Antonio Road Sparks Renewed Calls for Bike Safety The death of 75-year-old cyclist Daniel Fred of Novato, who was struck from behind on San Antonio Road, has intensified the debate over the safety of the SMART pathway and the need for protected bike lanes on Marin’s rural roads. Streetsblog SF 🎓 High School Students Build Eco-Friendly Playscape for Preschoolers Putting their environmental leadership skills into practice, students from Terra Linda High School designed and built an impressive eco-friendly playscape for a local preschool, complete with mud kitchens and a reading nook. Marin IJ Crime & Safety Stay Safe, Marin ⚠️ Sheriff Warns of Phone Scam The Marin County Sheriff’s Office is alerting residents to a phone scam where callers impersonate deputies and demand payment, often through gift cards or wire transfers. Authorities remind everyone that they will never call to demand payment or threaten arrest over the phone. MCSO Facebook 🚨 Vandalism Arrests in Novato Novato police arrested three men on suspicion of vandalism and burglary after they were intercepted at an office building. The suspects are Martin Velasquez, 64, Robert Thorne III, 43, and Antonio Oerding-Pierce, 46. Marin IJ Kids & Family For the Little Ones 🦁 Lion Dance — San Anselmo Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a traditional Lion Dance performance at the Town Hall Plaza this Saturday, Feb 21, from 11am to noon. It’s a free, family-friendly event full of color and energy. 🐴 Pony Rides — Larkspur A weekend favorite, the pony rides at Marin Country Mart are happening this Sunday, Feb 22. A perfect, gentle adventure for the little ones. Social Buzz What Marin Is Talking About ⚡ Thunder That Shook the County @batzjas on Threads (384 likes): “Here in Marin County, we have just experienced some of the heaviest rolling thunder I’ve ever experienced. And lightning to boot!” Meanwhile @milkshakenhoney added: “Woke me up out of a dead sleep in Marin County. Shook the whole house! (Senior dog slept through it all.)” View on Threads ❄️ Snow on the P