City of Mill Valley
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.
Read MoreFacing 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.
Read MoreThrockmorton 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.
Read MoreCurated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of October 27
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Read MoreMarin IJ: Transportation Authority of Marin Approves $11.86 Million in Bridge Toll Tax Revenue to Support Six County Transit Projects
Ahead of the vote, Marin County Supervisor Stephanie Moulton-Peters, a TAM board member, said she wanted to make sure we are “contributing enough to make a meaningful difference to each of these projects, and it sounds like we are.”
Read MoreMarin IJ: Mill Valley Middle School to Halt $130 Million Middle School Modernization Project, Due to Environmental Issues – Terra Marin School Agrees to Vacate
According to the Marin IJ, environmental issues have put plans for a new $130 million Mill Valley Middle School on hold, according to consultants for the school district. The delay is for more studies at the campus at 425 Sycamore Ave., which used to be a burn dump. The district’s plan is to demolish the school and rebuild it at the same site. Sandrine Hitchcock, a program manager for the construction consulting firm AECOM, discussed the project during a public forum on Thursday, saying the last step of the California Environmental Quality Act process is expected in July.
Read MoreMarin Voice: Cost of Housing in our County has Become Obscene
I have met a number of Marin residents facing homelessness. One works full-time while also caring for her developmentally disabled son. Another pays more in rent than her entire monthly income, watching her savings shrink monthly. These residents are in their 70s. They are scared, angry and feel betrayed by their community. They do not match the stereotypes of the homeless.
Read MoreCurated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of October 21
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Read MoreYes on L Campaign Hosts a Series of Community Forums @ Assembly, 319 Miller Ave., Continuing With Forums on Oct. 28th at Assembly and Oct. 29 at Assembly
On Monday, October 14th from 7-8 PM at Assembly at 319 Miller Ave., the Measure L campaign hosted a community forum about the measure, an important local initiative aimed at securing Mill Valley’s future. There are two additional Measure L Community Forums:
Meeting 2: Monday, Oct. 28 7-8 PM at Assembly, 319 Miller Ave. Mayor Urban Carmel will present the Measure and will take your questions.
Meeting 3: Tuesday, Oct. 29 7-8 PM at Assembly, 319 Miller Ave. City Council member Caroline Joachim will present the Measure and take your questions.
Marin IJ’s Jeff Burkhart: Meet the Man Behind the Smash Hit Corner Bar – Jason Sims
The partners’ ultimate vision for Corner Bar is to “blend the authentic charm of a neighborhood bar with the sultriness of a cocktail lounge. We want to celebrate the best of both worlds and infuse a new late night energy to downtown Mill Valley.” Corner Bar’s central location near Sweetwater Music Hall, the Throckmorton Theatre, and Mill Valley Film Festival makes it the ideal destination for pre-show or post-show drinks and bites.
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