City of Mill Valley
Arts Commission Seeks DEI-Centric Artwork for New Exhibition Space at Community Center
The Mill Valley Arts Commission is looking to build on that surge of active artwork built around the theme of diversity, equity and inclusion by seeking and accepting artwork to display in the spaces in and around the Mill Valley Aquatics and Fitness Center, part of the Mill Valley Community Center at 180 Camino Alto.
Read MoreCurated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of August 8
If you want to support this Enjoy Milll 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 Mill Valley, from flower plantings and restoration of landmarks like the Gravity Car and Clock Tower to the free Movies…
Read MoreVolunteer at the Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival in Old Mill Park – Sept. 17-18
With nearly 140 artists scattered and thousands of patrons scattered throughout the massive, gorgeous redwood grove at Old Mill Park, Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival, set for Sept. 17-18, is a massive undertaking. MVFAF Volunteer Coordinator Phil Garratt is lining up volunteers to make it all happen.
Read More2022-23 EMV Guide: Music Q&A
We’re lucky to live in a place rich with iconic and emerging musicians, songwriters and music maestros. Have some fun finding out how these eight locals were initially inspired… and continue to be. And maybe you’ll discover someone new.
Read More2022-23 EMV Guide: Performing Arts Q&A
Why head to the City when dance and theatrical performances abound right here in our own community? Seven businesses/organizations, all run by actual performers, answer some key questions that will no doubt inspire you to see a performance or maybe even take up dancing, singing or acting.
Read More2022-23 EMV Guide: Sweetwater Music Hall, Then & Now
“The whole point of this place…is to let the music happen,” Bob Weir says. “The building wanted us here, and it revealed itself to us.” In the years since, the board navigated the turbulence of Covid, renovated the space, added a nonprofit component and leveraged a gorgeous new patio to open the Rock & Rye restaurant.
Read More2022-23 EMV Guide: Art Q&A
Seven artists and experts answer questions about the local art scene. With these aficionados in town, including the Mill Valley Art Dealers Association, you’ll see why Mill Valley is fast becoming a global arts destination.
Read More2022-23 EMV Guide: Member Directory
The Mill Valley Chamber has nearly 400 members, including an array of arts & culture organizations, restaurants, retail shops, nonprofits, financial services, real estate, health & wellness, automotive, lodging, consumer and professional services and much more.
Read More2022-23 EMV Guide: Community Resources & Emergency Preparedness Tips
Leah Curtis, NRG Coordinator, Chris Tubbs, Fire Chief & Tom
Welch, Deputy Chief, Mill Valley Fire Department & Southern
Marin Fire Department, share their helpful checklists to Make a Plan and Build Your Own Go Bag and Stay Box in case of disaster.
2022-23 EMV Guide: Art About
Art About Mill Valley was inspired by a curious visitor who came to the MV Chamber to find out the name of the artist who created the downtown Mosaic. The Mill Valley Historical Society had the answer – Alfonso Pardinas. With an abundance of fantastic art installations about town, we thought it would be fun to highlight many of our local treasures so you can seek them out on your own. We’re honoring the creators and express our deepest gratitude to the generous individuals, foundations and organizations who funded these community-enriching projects.
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