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Longtime Mill Valley Whole Foods Patrons See the Closure of the Miller Location as a Massive Blow – What Comes Next for the Beloved Quonset Hut Building, and Who Can Repurpose It for the Benefit of the Town?
Many residents find it hard to believe that Amazon—one of the richest companies in the world—couldn’t afford the necessary building updates. Mill Valley Mayor Stephen Burke sought to squash the idea that the City obstructed seismic retrofits that were necessary, and made it clear in a statement: “The City regrets the potential closure of the Whole Foods, which is an important community resource. The decision to close, if true, is based on business considerations that the City is not privy to. Further, other than issuing a permit for roof repairs, the City has imposed no further requirements or restrictions upon the property. In fact, this year City Council, the Planning Commission, and City Staff have dedicated themselves to updating and modifying parking, commercial codes, and other regulations with the goal of making the opening and operation of vibrant businesses easier.”
Mill Valley Announces the 2025 Milley Creative Achievement Honorees, Highlighting Honorees on October 26th at the MV Community Center!
The Milley Awards Executive Committee and the City of Mill Valley proudly announce the five honorees for the 2025 Creative Achievement Award—The Milley. They are Jerry Harrison, Irene Belknap, Joyce Kleiner, Jeff Brown, and Jim Welte. These Mill Valley residents with distinguished accomplishments in the arts and service to the community will be honored at the 34th Milley Awards dinner on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the Mill Valley Community Center. Photos by Daniel Patrick. The 2025 Milley Awards Are Fast Approaching! The celebrated composer and lyricist Rita Abrams will emcee this year’s Milley Awards for Creative Achievement, October 26th at the Mill Valley Community Center. A gala dinner and program will begin with appetizers by Paseo Bistro chef Angélica Duarte and complimentary wine from Bay Area vintners, followed by a lavish buffet dinner by Ghiringhelli Catering. The award presentations will culminate with a performance by celebrated musician Jerry Harrison, this year’s Milley honoree for musical arts. Tickets ($100) go on sale September 7 at milleyawards.org.
Mill Valley Friends of Parks & Recreation Gather Again to Raise Thousands to Support Parks and Rec Projects Since 2016 – This Fantastic Event Is Set for Thursday, Sept. 25th, 5:30-9:30pm, at the Sweetwater Music Hall!
In order to continue our mission to advocate and provide funding for Parks & Recreation programs and improvement of facilities, we need your help. If you aren’t already a supporter of the Mill Valley Friends of Parks and Recreation, don’t miss this opportunity to become one now! “Join us at the iconic Sweetwater for music, fun, drinks, appetizers, as well as meeting new Friends, on Thursday, September 25th from 5:30pm to 9:30pm at 5:30 pm,” says Joan Murray, one of the many board members associated with the Mill Valley Friends. There will be drinks, appetizers, music, auctions and more. 100% of all proceeds will go towards Parks & Recreation projects.
Restaurant Icon Bill Higgins Partners with East Brother Beer Co. to Launch Tam Tavern as Floodwater Is Reborn as Vibrant Taproom With Elevated Fare and Award-Winning Brews!
The ever-exciting Tam Junction is getting one heck of a tasty new look In the former Floodwater, the massive, 7,200-square-foot restaurant, bar and gathering place that opened in 2019 in the former Frantoio space! Bill Higgins and East Brother Beer Co. are teaming up to transform Floodwater into Tam Tavern, a premier tap room & beer garden boasting elevated pub grub by chef Michael Siegel. Bill Higgins (the restaurant legend behind Buckeye Roadhouse, Bungalow 44 and Corner Bar) is transforming Floodwater into Tam Tavern by East Brother Beer Co.— a lively new gathering place offering nourishing bites, classic-style beers and plenty of good cheer.
The 68th Mill Valley Fall Arts Fest Is Coming Soon: Help Us ‘Paint the Town’!
Here’s where you come in: We’re looking for a sponsor — an individual, a local business, a community organization — to fund this project. In return, the sponsor would own the completed piece, or they might donate it to Mill Valley as a permanent public artwork for all to enjoy. It’s a rare opportunity to sponsor something beautiful, participatory, and enduring — a project that will be remembered not just for the finished art, but for the countless joyful moments that created it.
PAAM, the Performing Arts Academy of Marin, Is Hosting ‘Pumpkin Bash,’ a Free Event Preparing for 2025 BAYPAC Premiere, Feat. Competitive Routines From Talented Dancers – Jan. 25th, 3pm, Showcase Theater!
“Pumpkin Bash has quickly become one of PAAM’s most cherished traditions, and it is a delight to welcome our community once again!” said Annie Leese, CEO of PAAM and Mill Valley resident. “Each year, we strive to expand the experience with both returning favorites and new activities and opportunities to connect with families. We are thrilled to partner with Strawberry Village and encourage everyone to come early for DogtoberFest and stay late for fun over in the center. PAAM is looking forward to an afternoon full of music, movement, pumpkins, games, treats, joy and festive fun!”
Two of the Most Widely Influential Businesses in All of Mill Valley – The Store & Proof Lab – Were Honored at the Spirit of Marin Awards in Late Sept. – We Celebrate Them and Our Entire Business Community!!
Two of the Most Widely Influential Businesses in All of Mill Valley – The Store & Proof Lab – Were Honored at the Spirit of Marin Awards in Late Sept. – We Celebrate Them and Our Entire Business Community!!
Chamber Music Marin Continues its 2025 Chamber Music Concert Series at Mt. Tamalpais United Methodist Church With Chamber Music Concerts – Next Up is the Esme Quartet!
The Esmé Quartet takes its name from the old French word for “beloved.” Formed in 2016 in Cologne, Germany, the Quartet has performed worldwide and won the prestigious Wigmore Hall International String Quartet Competition in London. Now resident at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.
“…high density, rich expression, flexible phrasing, and exquisite sense of sound balance…” Ongaku No Tomo (Friends of Music), Japan. Program: Henri Dutilleux: “Ainsi la Nuit,” Maurice Ravel: String Quartet in F major, Ludwig van Beethoven: String Quartet No. 14, Op. 131 in c# minor.
The Outdoor Art Club Hosts ‘Why Does A.I. Matter – Oct. 30th, Doors Open at 6:30pm for Libations & Lively Conversation – Free Admission!
Reserve on Eventbrite for a lively evening with A.I. expert and Mill Valley resident Susan Gonzalez, who will join us in conversation covering basics about how artificial intelligence can improve our daily lives. Gonzalez will be be answering questions that range from “Why does that chatbot want to be my friend?” to “Is it my imagination or is my A.I. tool hallucinating?” Gonzalez, the founder and CEO of non-profit AIandYou, previously served as a policy exec at Facebook and on the National A.I. Advisory Committee advising the White House A.I. initiative office.
The Episcopal Church of Our Saviour in Mill Valley Hosts Pet Supply Drive – Throughout October!
The Episcopal Church of Our Saviour in Mill Valley Hosts Pet Supply Drive – Throughout October!
Woander Owner Matthew Purdon Brings Families Into a Living Fairy Tale with The Wylding Woods!
Given a mission by the storybook fairy Lexivandrielle, adventurers set out to awaken the ancient spirit Greenheart, finding clues, casting spells, and helping magical fairy tale creatures. “Our live experience invites children to become an integral part of the story where their actions drive the adventure forward,” says Director and Writer Matthew Purdon. “In today’s screen-saturated world, this is a rare opportunity for kids to not just consume but co-create a fairy tale together surrounded by natural beauty.” Purdon, a trained actor, artist and technology designer, was the co-founder of Odyssey Works, an early pioneer in transformative immersive experiences. He first dreamed up The Wylding Woods. on walks through the redwoods with his children and then further developed it through workshops and playtests with Bay Area families, culminating in a sold-out preview last June.
Sweetwater Music Hall Fall Lineup: From Pink Talking Fish to Zepparella, Reggae, Bluegrass, and Beyond!
Sweetwater Music Hall, the storied Mill Valley nonprofit venue that has been a home to the counterculture and beyond since 1972, keeps the fall calendar packed with music for Deadheads, hippies, and fans of every genre. Jam fans will zero in on Pink Talking Fish, the beloved fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, and Phish, performing November 1 and 2. For those who live in the Allman Brothers’ zone, Freestone Peaches hit the stage October 4, while Zeppelin devotees will be thunderstruck by Zepparella, bringing two nights of classic rock fire October 17–18.
Our First Tuesday Artwalk Artist is Beth Davila Waldman! She’ll Show Her Work on Oct. 7th from 5:30-7:30pm and Throughout the full Month of October. Her Show Is Entitled: ‘Desert Intersections’!
Beth Davila Waldman is a cross-disciplinary artist using photography, painting, assemblage and installation. Her work explores the impact of socio-political trends on cultural landscapes, often through imagery laden with indicators of economic and social status, presented in a manner that emulates the sheer stress of imposed change. Waldman’s constructed vistas re-conceive the notion of sanctuary amidst the realities of colonization, and invite meditations on civil access. Waldman imbues her work with a unique materiality by printing or transferring photographs on a plethora of materials—from tarp to sails, canvas to paper.
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