Diversity & Equity
Marin Theatre’s Next Play Tony-Winning play About Vaccine Politics Coming to Marin!
Seven years after its debut at Berkeley’s Aurora Theatre Co., Bay Area playwright Jonathan Spector’s sly, incisive comedy “Eureka Day” is coming to Mill Valley’s Marin Theatre. A spoof of ultra-careful parents discussing vaccination policy at an exclusive private school — and a spoof of much more than that — the play has been well received everywhere it’s been produced, including London and New York, where it won this year’s Tony Award for best revival of a play. Opening Aug. 28, “Eureka Day” will feature original director Josh Costello (Aurora’s artistic director) at the helm.
Read MoreArts Commission’s 2025 Free Concerts in the Plaza Are Almost Here!! Los Mendoza y Friends @ 11am, IrieFuse @1pm, Nancy Fawson & Corner Pocket Band, 3pm-4:30pm, Mark Karan’s Buds: 5pm-6:30pm & Soji and the Afrobeat, 7pm-8:30pm!
Mill Valley also showcases thrilling live music at long-cherished festivals like the Homestead Valley Music, which returns to Homestead Meadow, as well as the Creekside Fridays at the Tam Valley Community Center, with Fog Burners on August 22nd and Marble Party on Sept. 5th! And don’t get us started on the venerable nonprofit Sweetwater Music Hall, which has top-notch live music just about every night of the week, as often does the Throckmorton Theatre. While the buskers and bands keep playin’ year-round, one of the most exciting live music events returns this month, on August 31st, with CONCERTS ON THE PLAZA! Concerts in the Plaza returns in 2025 on Sunday, August 31st from 11am to 8:30pm. This year’s concerts are a special Mill Valley 125th Anniversary Showcase as a part of the Labor Day Weekend-long celebration.
Read MoreBest Way to Find One’s ‘Why’ at Work: The Always Creative Grace Kraaijvanger, Founder of The Hivery Co-Working Space, Garners Kudos From Pacific Sun!
The Pacific Sun just spotlighted The Hivery among the Best of Marin 2025! Named Best Co-Working Office Space by Pacific Sun readers, The Hivery in Mill Valley is more than just a place to work—it’s a movement. A hub for creativity, mentorship and meaningful connection, The Hivery provides women with the space and support they need to build the next chapter of their lives. Founder Grace Kraaijvanger built The Hivery on three guiding values: kindness, creativity and community. Her goal? To create a metaphorical—and literal—space where the creative and collaborative process is embraced not just by artists, but by anyone seeking purpose-driven work and a life that matters. “It’s a movement about working in an entirely different way,” says Kraaijvanger on her site. “We hug, we belong, we learn, we mentor and we elevate.” In Marin, where the line between work and purpose is often beautifully blurred, The Hivery proves that success doesn’t have to come at the expense of one’s soul.
Read MoreClear Out, Give Back, & Dress Up – The Great Closet Cleanout Arrives at MV Community Center – Drop-Off, Sept. 8-12th, Sept. 15-19th, Sept, 8-21 at MV Aquatics & Fitness Sept. 8th-21st, Mon.-Thu., 6am-7:30pm,
Ready to refresh your wardrobe and help your community? Join us for The Great Closet Cleanout, Mill Valley’s seasonal clothing and costume donation drive! Clear out those closets and give your gently used men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing a second life. We’re also collecting Halloween costumes to help local families celebrate in style this spooky season. Then, come back for our FREE Clothing & Costume Pick-Up Event where the whole community can browse and take home items at no cost, just in time for fall and Halloween!
Read MoreMarin IJ: At Long Last, Golden Gate Village Renovations Estimated at $76 million Have Been Approved by the State, Supporting Renovations of 88 residences in 14 Buildings at the Public Housing Complex
Golden Gate Village — the only family public housing complex in one of America’s wealthiest counties — has stood in Marin City since 1961 as a symbol of resilience, culture and community. But in recent years, its aging buildings and outdated infrastructure have fallen short of what residents deserve. After years of delay and discussion, funds for the first phase of renovating Golden Gate Village in Marin City have been approved by the state. The funds will support top-to-bottom renovations of 88 residences in 14 buildings at the public housing complex. The balance of the $85 million project phase will come from other sources. “The Marin Housing Authority and the community have long wanted this renovation to happen … and we did it,” said Marin County Supervisor Stephanie Moulton-Peters, chair of the Marin Housing Authority board. “The residents will see renovation of their units so they’re modern and comfortable and energy efficient. And we can provide housing for families at a low cost for people who need it for many years to come.”
Read MoreMill Valley Supports Neurodiverse Artists in “Artists Without Boundaries” Exhibit
Artists Without Boundaries will be featured at the Mill Valley Community Center in its DEI Exhibition Space. Artists Without Boundaries, is a visual arts installation honoring the creativity and perspective of neurodiverse artists. Opening on August 5, the exhibit features vibrant works from students at The Helix School alongside pieces from several talented local artists. The show features a rich array of mediums—from expressive paintings, photography, and digital art to mixed media. Presented by local non-profit PAASS (Project Awareness and Special Sports), Artists Without Boundaries is deeply rooted in the organization’s mission to foster opportunity and understanding through sports and the arts, the exhibit gives neurodiverse artists a platform to share their unique perspectives.
Read MoreMarin IJ: Mill Valley Aims to Loosen Business Permit Requirements
Brian Foster, a commercial real estate broker, told the officials they were “on the right path.” He urged them to be open-minded about filling vacancies. “You want to have a staff that has some agency … where they can look at a use and go, all right, you’re going from a real estate office to a lighting store. It’s pretty benign,” he said. “And if you can check some boxes we can make it work.” The commissioners instructed city staff to revise their proposed changes based on their suggestions and present them to the City Council for feedback. Once the council weighs in, the process of formally revising the city code would return to the Planning Commission and council for final approval. City officials hope to amend the city’s commercial codes and parking ordinances by this fall.
Read MoreMarin IJ: Mill Valley Speeds Green Building Code Update
The council directed Cusimano and city planners to move forward. “Mill Valley has had a history … of going above and beyond when it comes to climate action,” said Vice Mayor Max Perrey. “I was just so impressed with our climate action plan and our community members that contributed to such a significant and thoughtful report,” said Councilmember Caroline Joachim. “We have the opportunity to really take advantage of this time and make the most of it before that six-year moratorium hits.” AB 306 has some exemptions that city staff believe Mill Valley could qualify for, Cusimano said. “But we want to leave no stone unturned and we don’t want to be sitting here a year from now regretting or assuming something that’s not the case,” he said.
Read MoreCurated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of August 1st
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Read MoreCouncilmembers, Planning Commissioners, Staff and Residents Dove Deeply Into a Major Possible Reconsideration of Up Dated Parking Regulations – MV Will Eliminate Parking Requirements for New Businesses Downtown
Councilmember Joachim mentioned possible underutilized parking lots, particularly the private lot adjacent to the Depot Plaza. “Requires a willing property owner,” she noted. “We do have these private lots that are underutilized. The discussion concluded until later in the fall, but teased the possibility of dealing with formula businesses by identifying businesses above the 5,000 foot threshold, which applies to the larger buildings that are part of the downtown core area – not Miller, not Safeway. You could apply for a conditional use permit to have no parking if you are doing a non-expansion renovation or change of use to a building that was more than 5000 sq feet.
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