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Solemn Yet Joyful, Mill Valley’s First Memorial Day Parade In Three Years Was a Much-Needed Balm
In the span of one Memorial Day weekend featuring a Pancake Breakfast, a solemn, thoughtful Veterans Ceremony, Walks Into History, a joyous parade, a thrilling Carnival to benefit Kiddo! and some fantastic live music, it seemed all of Mill Valley collectively breathed out a sigh of relief, gratitude and renewal.
Read MoreMemorial Day Delivers The Full Gamut of Emotions In Weekend for the Ages
Of the dozens of parade entries awarded for Best Car, Best Float, Best Dog, Best Music, Best Novelty, Best Business, Best Community Spirit and Best Overall, the big winner was the Tim Ryan Family Float, a visually dazzling pickup truck float that asked a simple question: “What are you grateful for?” and encouraged attendees to “Have Unprotected Gratitude.”
Read MoreMill Valley Rec, MVFREE Tee Up Mill Valley’s Inaugural Juneteenth Freedom Festival on Depot Plaza – June 18
On June 18th from 11am-3pm on the Depot Plaza, the City of Mill Valley’s Recreation Dept., along with the Mill Valley Force for Racial Equity & Empowerment (MVFREE), which includes many members of the city’s former Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Task Force, are stepping up to host the inaugural Juneteenth Freedom Festival. The event is free to all.
Read MoreMakers Market Lines Up Summer Market Dates at MV Lumber Yard – June 11, July 9 & August 13
These markets are free and open to the public and take place surrounded by the beautiful boutiques and eateries of ‘the Yard,’ offering the opportunity to stroll around the gorgeous MVLY with great food and drinks from Watershed Mill Valley, Eddy Bar & Bottle, Millie’s Crepe et Creme and Flour Craft Bakery Mill Valley.
Read MoreKiddo! Carnival Returns May 27-30, Caps Memorial Day Weekend With Post-Parade Concert
There will also be tasty food and beverages for all ages from local vendors available for purchase. That includes beer from East Brother Beer Company and Lagunitas, as well as Salt Point canned cocktails, wine, BBQ, Vegan, Pizza, Mexican and Dim Sum! All proceeds to benefit Mill Valley Schools Community Foundation.
Read MoreMV Music Fest Is the Latest Feather In Organized Chaos Events’ Founder Constance Adamopoulos’ Cap
“My dad was slinging hamburgers in Compton during the riots in the 1960s and my uncle was serving stars like Jonathan Winters, Dean Martin and Red Skelton and I got to run around in both places.”
Read More48th Annual Muir Beach Volunteer Firemen’s BBQ Returns – May 29
After a two-year hiatus, the 48th Annual Muir Beach Volunteer Firemen’s Barbecue – a festive fundraiser for the Muir Beach Volunteer Fire Department – returns on Sunday, May 29 (12-5pm) at Santos Meadows on Frank Valley Road. Enjoy delicious food, fantastic live music, tasty craft beers, premium wine, and a whole lot of fun for the family at a favorite Memorial…
Read MoreThe Inaugural MV Music Fest Is In the Books – Who Do You Want to Perform If We Do It Again in 2023?
The centerpiece of any music festival is – you guessed it – the music itself. For the debut of MVMF, we sought to curate a lineup that struck a balance between artists that represented the multi-cultural Bay Area, spanned a wide swatch of genres and opened some ears to new music. As we reflect on the success of MVMF, we welcome your thoughts on a lineup for a possible 2023.
Read MoreDue to Postal Delays, Organizers Extend Deadline for Memorial Day Parade Float Applications to May 25
To make sure as many floats as possible participate in the first in-person parade in two years, organizers have extended the deadline for parade entries to May 25. The weekend also includes the Pancake Breakfast, Veterans Ceremony and the Historical Society’s annual ‘Walk Into History.’
Read MoreDidn’t Make the Inaugural Mill Valley Music Fest? Here’s What You Missed, in 90 Seconds
Didn’t Make the Inaugural Mill Valley Music Fest? Here’s What You Missed, in 90 Seconds. We’ll see you again next year.
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