The Enjoy Mill Valley Blog
Westminster Presbyterian Church 36th Alternative Christmas Fair – Nov. 10th & 17th, 9:15-10am & 11am-11:30am
For 36 years, Westminster Presbyterian Church has hosted its alternative Christmas Fair in November. The event is open to the public and highlights the essential work of nine local, national, and international nonprofit agencies. Following both morning services on two November Sundays, come meet with charity representatives and make gifts in your own name or to honor a loved one. Each agency has a table to share information and answer questions, with holiday treats available. The event is at the church, 240 Tiburon Blvd. in Tiburon. For more information, contact Judi Sachs at judisachs9@gmail.com or at 415-203-6376.
Facing Cost Headwinds, Marine Layer Group Pivots to an Alternative Model for Massive Unoccupied BofA Building in the Heart of Town, Eyes Turning It Into Retail Use Along With Flexible Work and Event Space
Aimlessly drifting tumbleweeds don’t spend much time in the 94941. When an intensely-felt Mill Valley controversy arises, our community engages, often deeply so, to say the least. Few subjects have stirred the proverbial pot in town more than the June 2023 proposal for the membership-based Treehouse from Marine Layer founders Adam Lynch and Mike Natenshon, part of the team leasing and developing the former bank building at 60 Throckmorton Ave., all of whom live in Mill Valley.
Blockbuster Music Weekend Ahead at Sweetwater: A Pair of Rebirth Brass Band Shows on Nov. 2nd, Then the Debut of the Golden Gate Blues Society Open Blues Jam on Nov. 3rd, 1 to 3pm, Free, All Ages
For almost 4 decades, the Grammy winning Rebirth Brass Band has been “stunning” fans with a fiery live show and a rich musical catalog. Their trademark sound pays homage to the New Orleans brass band tradition while weaving a tapestry that combines elements of jazz, funk, soul, R&B and the sounds from the streets they grew up on. Strongly influenced by the likes of Hendrix, Clapton, Alvin Lee, Leslie West, Sly Stone and Freddie Stone, Young has played and recorded with a long list of people including; The Natural Four, Sugar Pie DeSanto, Richard “Dimples” Fields, John Lee Hooker, Maria Muldaur, Jimmy McCracklin, Craig Horton, Snooky Flowers, Cool Papa, Archie Lee Hooker, Zakiya Hooker, and Alabama Mike.
Cindy Kamm, for Whom ‘Painting Is a Means to Express My Passion for the Color, Design & Magic of the Natural World, Is Our Artist of the Month for November – Artwalk Is Nov. 5th, 5:30-7:30!
For Cindy Kamm, “painting is a means to express my passion for the color, design and the magic of the natural world that surrounds us.” “My intention is to use the canvas as a window to stimulate the imagination of the viewer by creating real and imagined landscapes. Much of my work is based on biological principals and images, with an eye towards connectivity and ecology. My years of observation as a naturalist and teacher of biology has helped me see and express these connections.
Throckmorton Theatre to Showcase Suki Hill’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Photography of the Late 60’s Starting Tuesday, Nov. 5th, 5:30-7:30pm
Now comes word that Abby Hill will be showcasing Suki Hill’s rock ‘n’ roll photography of the late 60’s starting Tuesday, Nov. 5th from 5:30-7:30pm (which is also Election Day) at the venerable Throckmorton Theatre. “Come unwind with a chill walk through Mill Valley for the first Tuesday Artwalk, and swing by the Throckmorton Theatre,” says Abigail. “Suki’s photography has not been shown in 10 years and I am thrilled that The Throckmorton and Lucy Mercer has asked to host. Please come down and check out your town and all the beautiful artists and their artwork.
Practice San Francisco Is Celebrating 10 Years of Mighty Minds Mindfulness and Emotion Regulation Skills Groups for Kids!
Practice San Francisco is celebrating 10 years of Mighty Minds mindfulness and emotion regulation skills groups for kids! Groups for 3rd to 5th graders start the week of November 4 in Practice’s Mill Valley location, just off Miller Avenue in Sycamore Park. Since Dr. Nina Kaiser created the Mighty Minds program for kids in 2014, hundreds of Bay Area kids have learned skills that help them manage stress and big emotions in Mighty Minds small group classes.
Chamber Music Marin Presents the Jasper String Quartet as Part of their 2024-2025 Chamber Music Concert Series – Sunday, Nov. 10, 5pm
Chamber Music Marin (CMM) presents the Jasper String Quartet as part of their 2024-2025 Chamber Music Concert Series. Now in its 52nd year, Chamber Music Marin will present a diverse repertoire for their new season featuring newly commissioned works and timeless classics. The season consists of five intimate concerts, all reflecting CMM’s mission of presenting world-class musicians at affordable prices.
Curated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of October 27
If you want to support this Enjoy Mill Valley Blog, including all of the News You Can Use below, you can make a tax-deductible donation of $75 or more to the Enjoy Mill Valley Fund, which supports shovel-ready beautification and infrastructure improvements throughout...
Marin IJ: San Rafael Planners Release Final Mall Redevelopment EIR
Like the draft report, the final EIR, or FEIR, examines three other project alternatives, including a “no-project” option. In conclusion, the report says the “reduced residential alternative” — which proposes 63 fewer homes than what developers are seeking — would be the “environmentally superior alternative.” The option would “slightly reduce” the effects on air quality, emissions, energy, noise and vehicle trip generation, the report says. However, the report maintains that a list of required construction and mitigation measures would need to be followed to minimize disruptions. The report says the reduced residential alternative would meet the stated project objectives just with 63 fewer homes.
Enjoy Mill Valley is your community hub for all things MV
Explore
Events
Explore Membership
Music Festival
2024
Advertise With Us
Mill Valley Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center
85 Throckmorton Avenue
Mill Valley, CA 94941
415.388.9700
Hours
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday
noon - 4pm
info@millvalley.org