Food & Drink
Mill Valley Once Again Crushes A Blockbuster Memorial Day Weekend, Honoring Fallen Heroes, a Pancake Breakfast, MVHS Walk Into History, 4-Day Kiddo! Carnival and Much, Much More!
It all kicked off with the return of the Mill Valley Volunteer Firefighters’ Association’s Pancake Breakfast from 7-11am in front of Mill Valley City Hall, serving as the biggest fundraiser of the year for Mill Valley’s volunteer firefighter program. The gathering continued with an array of law enforcement and other agencies Honoring Our Fallen Heroes with a Memorial Day ceremony at Lytton Square, the newly redesigned, tree-laden island that splits the road between Miller and Corte Madera avenues into two and is named for Lytton Barber, Mill Valley’s first WWI casualty.
Read MoreSurf + Sand Shop Toasts Anniversary Feat. the Likes of Senna Case, Elizee Shoes and Much More – June 1, 10am-6pm
Surf + Sand owner Lauren Friis is hosting her annual (2nd year) Makers Market, where they support other local women-owned businesses through creativity! There will be more than 9 vendors there (10 including us) and possibly more coming. Women’s and kids’ clothing, shoes, jewelry, photography, art, accessories, flowers, and more! Some of these artists are local Mill Valley moms, others are Bay Area natives. Many of these artists have won awards and much more! Senna Case is owned by local Mill Valley social media influencer Chantelle Paige. Elizée Shoes is a brand that has been worn by the likes of Brooke Shields.
Read MoreLongtime Local Photographer Amelia Plumb to Showcase ‘Psychedelic – Exploring Nature Through Experimental Film Photography’ at the Mill Valley Chamber Thru July 12th – ArtWalk is Tuesday, June 4th from 5:30-7:30!
Plumb, who fell in love with photography at a young age and found herself in the dark room by the time she got to high school, is set to showcase her 35 mm film, various film stocks (fujifilm 200 and Kodak Ektar 100).
“The film is soaked in liquid, and hand processed in one of just a few labs that process this type of film in the US,” she says. “This type of photography is ‘experimental, and the process is called ‘Film Soup.’
After Transitioning Away from CineArts, the Legendary Sequoia Theatre Returns Under New Management by the California Film Institute, With Ten $1 Screenings Starting Tonight!!
“We are thrilled to announce the reopening of the Sequoia Cinema under the CAFILM umbrella,” said Mark Fishkin, Executive Director and Founder of the California Film Institute. “The Sequoia holds a special place in the hearts of many, and we are excited to welcome patrons back for the movie-watching experience. While a full renovation is planned for the future, our current priority is to provide a welcoming environment for our community to enjoy fantastic films. We’re eager to reconnect with our loyal patrons and share the magic of the big screen with them.”
Read MoreA Blockbuster Memorial Day Weekend Is Almost Upon Us: Volunteer Firefighters’ Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast, Parade, MVHS Walk Into History, 4-Day Kiddo! Carnival!!
Let’s be clear: pancakes are always a good idea. That’s especially true when they serve as the tasty entree to a blockbuster Memorial Day weekend. It all begins with the return of the Mill Valley Volunteer Firefighters’ Association’s Pancake Breakfast from 7-11am in front of Mill Valley City Hall (26 Corte Madera Avenue) outside Southern Marin Fire Department Station 6 with pancakes, eggs, sausage, juice, milk and coffee.
Read MoreFloodwater in Tam Junction Once Again Welcomes West Coast Good Times’ Deep Disco, Featuring Canadian Duo SKIITOUR – May 18, 8pm-12am
Following their recent Sold Out show, DJs, West Coast Good Times return to Floodwater in Mill Valley with their Deep Disco party and are incredibly proud to be bringing Headliners, Canadian DJ duo SkiiTour, to Marin County for the very first time. Hailing from the snow-covered peaks of Whistler, DJ duo SkiiTour are best known for their upbeat “feel-good house music that keeps the vibe groovy” all while channeling a cheeky retro ski aesthetic.
Read MoreHometown Hero: On the Eve of the 2024 Mill Valley Music Fest, Legendary Rocker Sammy Hagar Is Honored With a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame!
“Being honored like that in front of my family and more friends than I thought I had, touched my heart so there is no word that can come close to saying what I felt and am still feeling,” Hagar said. “The amount of Redheads that showed up was mind blowing to the committee as well who said it was one of the best turnouts ever.” The event included appearances by Guy Fieri, Michael Anthony, John Mayer and Chad Smith, among many more.
Read MoreMarin JCC Hosts Shufuni: Look at Me – Music and Stories from Israel – May 16th, 7pm
Shufuni was established in 2022 to promote young artists coming from Sderot and the Gaza envelope area, with a goal to offer different types of events and platforms aimed at exposing the public to the unique voice of Israel’s southern communities. Current members include folk singer/songwriter Daniel Weiss, soul-folk singer Linor Ein Gedi, guitarist, drummer and music educator Rotem Meir Levi, and performer Mira Semandoyev, who recently appeared in the finals of the Israeli Idol show, Hakochav Haba.
Read MoreSample the Best of Mill Valley Featuring Local Artisans, Muralists, Jewelry Makers, Clothing Designers & Apparel Shops, Along With Local Restaurants, the Debut of Wine Valley, Arts & Crafts Activities, Nonprofit Orgs & Much More!
Beyond the highly-anticipated 2024 music lineup that features headliners Fleet Foxes (Saturday) and Greensky Bluegrass (Sunday), and among other acts like Thee Sacred Souls, Margo Price, Fruit Bats, St. Paul & the Broken Bones, and Rebirth Brass Band, Mill Valley Music Festival will again host a massive outdoor vendor village featuring many of the NorCal region’s best artisans, creatives, and designers as well as important community organizations and nonprofits.
Read MoreMadrona Bakery Owners Look to Serve Up a Weekend of Deliciousness at 2024 Mill Valley Music Fest – May 11+12!
Now they’re ready for the next giant leap forward, as they’ll be serving an array of tasty treats at the 2024 Mill Valley Music Fest. What should MVMF-goers expect from Madrona? Quick breads like biscuits, scones, banana bread, cookies and foccacia – “a nice thing to tuck in your pocket,” Aron says. They’ll also be serving the always-delicious Four Barrel Coffee, including Iced Coffee and Iced teas via the Leaves and Flowers brand.
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