Five Must-See Special Film Screenings in Marin County This Month

This weekend, Marin County libraries and venues are rolling out a surprisingly diverse lineup of film screenings. You’ll find events everywhere from San Rafael to Mill Valley.

The Marin County Journal spotlights five screenings happening April 6–7, 2026. There’s a PBS documentary about librarians fighting for book access, a beloved children’s classic, a provocative documentary on AI (with a filmmaker Q&A), and a family-friendly Pixar film.

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Maybe you’re a movie buff in San Rafael, or you’ve got kids in Corte Madera—honestly, there’s something for everyone in Marin County.

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Weekend Film Screenings in Marin County Libraries

All across Marin—San Rafael’s Civic Center, Sausalito’s waterfront, Corte Madera, Mill Valley—these screenings mix documentary storytelling, animated favorites, and some pretty timely conversations. Most of these events are totally free, making it easy for locals and visitors to jump in and enjoy.

Event Details by Venue

The Librarians — This PBS documentary follows librarians as they fight book bans and defend access to information. Times: 3:30 p.m. Thursday at the Civic Center Library, 3501 Civic Center Drive, room 427, San Rafael. And 6 p.m. Friday at the Sausalito Library, 420 Litho St., Sausalito. Admission: Free. For more info, check marinlibrary.org (San Rafael) or sausalitolibrary.org (Sausalito).
Paddington — Still a family favorite that keeps winning over kids and adults. Times: 6 p.m. Thursday at the Corte Madera Library, 707 Meadowsweet Drive. Admission: Free, with snacks on hand. If you’re near Tamalpais Valley or just finished exploring Larkspur or Lomas, this is a cozy Thursday pick.
Deepfaking Sam Altman — Adam Bhala Lough’s documentary digs into his quest to interview (and then deepfake) OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Times: 7 p.m. Thursday at the Smith Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth St., San Rafael. Stick around after for a Q&A with Lough. Tickets: $14–$16. More at rafaelfilm.ca/film.org.
Elio — Pixar spins a tale about a boy who dreams of being abducted by aliens, and then, well, it happens. Times: 3 p.m. Friday at the Mill Valley Public Library, 375 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley. Admission: Free, with popcorn for everyone. It’s a sweet Friday outing for families anywhere from Tiburon to Fairfax.

These screenings pull together San Rafael, Sausalito, Corte Madera, and Mill Valley, using libraries and local hubs as gathering spots.

People from the Canal in Corte Madera to Dominican in San Rafael can find a film that fits their schedule. The variety of venues means you might pair a movie with a stroll down Mission Avenue or pop into shops in downtown Mill Valley.

For the latest info—like parking, accessibility, or weather updates—check each library or cinema’s website. The Marin County Library System has the core info, and you’ll find links here: marinlibrary.org, sausalitolibrary.org, rafaelfilm.ca/film.org, and millvalleylibrary.libcal.com.

Thinking about a weekend in Marin? These screenings are a solid excuse to wander the Civic Center, enjoy Sausalito’s waterfront, or hang out in Corte Madera and Mill Valley. From newsrooms in San Rafael to family rooms in Corte Madera, Marin’s April 6–7 film calendar shows how libraries and venues keep towns like San Anselmo, Tiburon, and Ross lively with stories and community moments.

So, open up your calendar, Marin folks—maybe grab a seat by the Civic Center or go for a library night in Mill Valley, Sausalito, or Corte Madera. Double-check times on library and cinema sites before heading out, and let yourself explore a few Marin towns, from Larkspur to Novato and wherever else you wander.

Here is the source article for this story: 5 special film screenings coming up in Marin

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