Downtown Mill Valley
Mill 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 MoreTwo Neat, an Unabashed, Unadulterated Mill Valley Institution, Is Setting Sail at the End of August, So Get Your Laughs on Before They’re Gone!! Hours Are 12-5pm!
Two Neat, brilliant Bob Bijou’s witty, charming, always LOL card, gifts, toys and much more shop is shutting down the business at the end of of August. Like many businesses who’ve lasted through many eras, it is largely a sad day. But Bob and his witty co-horts are focused on landing this plane with all the joy and fart jokes Two Neat calls for. From bacon-scented air freshener to inarguably the best collection of greeting cards in Marin, Bijou’s Two Neat shop at 111 Throckmorton Ave. has been an institution in Mill Valley for 39 years – with a little something for everyone.
Read MorePaseo: A California Bistro, and a Mill Valley Icon, Is Participating in the Mill Valley Art Walk on Tuesday, August 5! Don’t Just Walk the Art Walk — Be the Art Walk!
This August First Tuesday, dive into the beautiful Paseo Bistro for a one-night creative celebration of art, music, food, and community. Hosted by Paseo Bistro, with featured art experiences led by artist Laura Palmer and Andrea de Francisco (founder of Mystic), this immersive evening invites you to make art, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and soak in the joyful energy of Mill Valley’s beloved Art Walk in a whole new way.
Read MoreFree Movies in the Park From MV Recreation, City of Mill Valley & MV Chamber Are Set to Showcase a Trio of Free Films, Starting With ‘Luca’ on August 1st, ‘Inside Out 2’ Sept. 5th and ‘Little Mermaid on October 3rd. Movies begin at sunset. Admission is free!
Free Movies in the Park From MV Recreation, City of Mill Valley & the MV Chamber Are Set to Showcase a Trio of Free Films, Starting With ‘Luca’ on August 1st, ‘Inside Out 2’ Sept. 5th and ‘Little Mermaid on October 3rd. Movies begin at sunset. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair. Admission is free.
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 MoreMill Valley Film Fest Unveils 48th Edition of Festival Poster – ‘It All Starts With One Seat’: A Tribute to the Power of In-Person Cinema – Festival Dates, October 2-12
“MVFF has the influence of an urban festival and the atmosphere of a destination film festival—the best of both worlds for any film lover. Each year, our festival design reflects something vital about the current moment, and this year’s poster does just that. It’s a reminder that everything starts with showing up: one seat, one audience, one shared experience. In a time of digital everything, gathering to watch a film remains meaningful, personal, and irreplaceable,” said Mark Fishkin, MVFF Founder/Director.
Read MoreCurtain Theatre: A Free Event – 25 Years Behind the Curtain – After Hours at the Mill Valley Library, Friday, Aug. 1st, 7-9pm. Join our Director, Dramaturg, Musical Director & Actors for an Evening of Shakespeare… as YOU like it!
Curtain Theatre: A Free Event – 25 Years Behind the Curtain – After Hours at the Mill Valley Library, Friday, Aug. 1st, 7-9pm. Join our Director, Dramaturg, Musical Director & Actors for an Evening of Shakespeare… as YOU like it!
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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