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Appetizers by Lima Nikkei, Mill Valley’s newest restaurant, a lavish buffet by Marin
caterer Debbie Ghiringhelli, and select wines by Mill Valley vintners are just a few of the
delights awaiting ticket holders at the October 18th Milley Awards.

The main event—presentation of the handsome, bronze Milley statuette—will feature tribute
videos by local videographer Kit Larson and a musical performance by singer-
songwriter Emilie Raines.

Tickets are $125 and are available at milleyawards.org.

They must be purchased in advance.

The five Honorees on this 35 th year of the Milley Awards for Creative Achievement
represent the arts across the creative spectrum. All either live or have lived and worked
in Mill Valley. All have enriched the community with their talents and generous service.
Genna Panzarella is an internationally known chalk-painting maestra and a teacher
who excels in many arts media.

Brian Narelle is an actor, puppeteer and humanitarian whose work encompasses the performing arts—stage, film, television and live arts.

Valerie Andrews has devoted her career to deeply exploring the nature of place and home in her many books and articles.

Sharon Valentino’s multiple volunteer years as an Arts Commissioner have vitalized the city’s commitment to public art and strengthened official arts policies.

George Daly is a music producer and technical wizard who is also a composer in his own right.

The Milley Awards have been held at the Mill Valley Community Center since 2003
except for a three-year hiatus during the pandemic. The event is a feel-good hometown
celebration that helps keep alive Mill Valley’s legacy as a community where the arts
thrive.
Text 415-497-0427 with any questions.

The five Honorees on this 35 th year of the Milley Awards for Creative Achievement
represent the arts across the creative spectrum. All either live or have lived and worked
in Mill Valley. All have enriched the community with their talents and generous service.
Genna Panzarella is an internationally known chalk-painting maestra and a teacher
who excels in many arts media.

Brian Narelle is an actor, puppeteer and humanitarian whose work encompasses the performing arts—stage, film, television and live arts.

Valerie Andrews has devoted her career to deeply exploring the nature of place and home in her many books and articles.