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Angela’s Ice Cream Co-Owner: “There’s Something About This Place. There’s the Beauty, the Connection to the Larger Bay Area – People in this Region Vote with Their Dollars”

At the other end of that Throckmorton Ave. block, there’s also no doubt that another relative newcomer, blockbuster hangout haven for a slightly different clientele is Angela’s Organic Ice Cream, the latest edition in a long line of fantastic ice cream shops in the 94941 (shout out to Baskin Robbins’ incredibly long run ‘til it closed in 2011.) In each case, the lines out the door say it all. Angela’s Organic Ice Cream was originally founded in Petaluma as Lala’s Creamery. Angela Garat and her son, Ignacio, purchased the business and recipes in 2017, and it’s been full speed ahead ever since. There is MUCH more to come, as you’ll read here.

Johanna Becker’s Moonstruck Fine Jewelry Hosts a Trunk Show on Thursday, Dec. 5th Featuring the Work of Lika Behar – 4-7:30pm, 11 Bernard St.

“You can look forward to seeing local art on display, meeting the artists, indulging in some snacks and wine, and – of course – exploring our curated jewelry selection filled with timeless and statement pieces – something for everyone!” Becker says. Mark your calendar and join them at Moonstruck on April 2nd at 11 Bernard Ave. “Bring your friends and family along to share in the magic of art and jewelry!” Becker says.

Curated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of November 18

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Mill Valley City Council Once Again Toasts ‘The Best of Us,’ This Time Honoring the Incredible Dennis Fisco!

Former recipients choose the next honoree, and next up at the Mill Valley City Council’s Nov. 18th hearing, which includes an honor bestowed on the one and only Dennis Fisco, who will be honored with a summary of his four decades of volunteerism in town. His contributions are numerous, including being the Mill Valley Chamber’s Business Person of the Year in 2023. “This is intended for people who get things started in the city and who take the initiative – this is not just for people who show up,” Mayor Urban Carmel said. “When you take the initiative, you are changing the complexion of this city and making a permanent improvement.

Poet and/the Bench Welcomes Artist & Poet Rachel Hebert’s Launch of The Book of Thanks – a Catalogue of Gratitudes – Nov. 23rd, 1-4pm

Bonnie Powers and Jeffrey Levin, owners of the multi-faceted Poet and/the Bench lifestyle store and jewelry atelier space at 11 Throckmorton Ave., continue to curate creativity. Their latest creative energy is curating “AUTHOR TALK & ORIGINAL ART SHOW: THE BOOK OF THANKS,” on November 23rd, 1-4pm. “Join us in community for the launch of The Book of Thanks – A Catalogue of Gratitudes by artist and poet Rachel Hébert, Powers and Levin say. Hebert is known for her ability to blend the visual and the written word into profound expressions of the human experience.

The Marinfidels Head North to Hopmonk Novato to Perform a Battle Incorporating the Music of The Beatles & The Rolling Stones – Wed., Nov. 27th, Followed by Mill Valley Music’s Record Store Day on Nov. 29th!

Mill Valley Music owner Gary Scheuenstuhl and his longtime Marinfidels bandmates are set to head north to Hopmonk Tavern Novato for a performance of their popular “The Beatles vs. the Rolling Stones” battle. The event is set for Wednesday, Nov. 27 at the Hopmonk Novato for a fantastic night of live music with Beatles vs. Stones! Tickets are on sale now, so click the “Get Show Details” link below, and get yours now! This evening with Beatles vs Stones is an encore presentation of Beatles vs Stones after celebrating Mill Valley Music’s 16th Anniversary.

Friends of the Mill Valley Library Host Another Book Sale to Support the Treasure That Is MVPL – December 4th, 2:30-5:30pm & Again on Dec. 7th, 11am-4:30pm

The Mill Valley Public Library has long been a local treasure. It’s also, obviously, a home for thousands of books to be be borrowed. In additional to that massive catalogue, the Friends of the Mill Valley Library, one of the two major supporters of the library, host regular Friends of the Library In-Person Book Sales. The next one is December 4th, 2:30-5:30pm. and again on Dec. 7th, 11am-4:30pm. Entrance is in the Smart Garden ‘under’ the Library.

Andrea de Francisco, a Long-Time Creative, Has Launched MYSTIC at 31 Sunnyside, a Vital Part of Downtown Mill Valley that has Exciting History on its Side

“MYSTIC is where creativity and community come together,” says de Francisco. “Our mission is to inspire people of all ages to explore their artistic side through workshops, curated art supplies, and thoughtfully selected gifts. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just starting your creative journey, MYSTIC is a place where everyone can create, learn, and share.”

Marin Theatre Company to Host Five Performances by the Transcendence Theatre Company’s Annual Broadway Holiday Production – Dec. 12-15th

Marin Theatre in Mill Valley will be hosting five performances of the Transcendence Theatre Company annual Broadway Holiday production from Dec. 12-15th. This all-new production features festive musical favorites, hit tunes and other on-stage antics by Broadway performers from such hit shows as Frozen, Mrs. Doubtfire and Wicked.

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