Mill Valley in the News
Come Cool Down: Let’s Follow SF’s Embrace of Both ‘Merry Fogust’ & a Delightful Late Summer
As the entire United States and, well, the world appeared to spend much of the summer amidst an absolute scorcher, Mill Valley and San Francisco have had several opportunities to cool off, tipped off by the low-lying clouds hovering over the Headlands and Tam Valley towards Mt. Tam. The New York Times took notice this week.
Read MoreMill Valley Fall Arts Fest Returns to Old Mill Park – Sept. 17-18
More than 130 artists showcased their work at MVFAF in 2021 and turnout was excellent, despite a consistent drizzle, a clear indication that one of Mill Valley’s landmarks remains as popular and well-regarded as ever. Now the MVFAF team looks to build on that success with the 2022 edition, set for September 17-18.
Read MoreWith a Storied History and a Propitious Future, Mill Valley’s Golden Goods USA Is on the Rise
In the modern festival era, there are an array of vital components: delicious food, an array of beverages, visual art, creative vendors and more. Oh, and let’s be clear: merch – the branded gear spanning t-shirts and hats to blankets, hoodies and more – is an absolute must.
Read MoreHunter Moore, CEO of The Redwoods and President of the MV Chamber, Garners 2022 Impact Award
J. Hunter Moore has been named the recipient of a 2022 Impact Award by Vistage, the world’s largest CEO coaching and peer advisory organization for small and midsize businesses. The Impact Award recognizes the remarkable development and achievement of trailblazing members with one to three year’s tenure.
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 MoreNot Attending the Mill Valley Music Festival on May 7th? Here’s What You Should Expect
The confluence of approximately 5,000 attendees will likely make life a bit more complicated on May 7th, and we want those of you who are not attending the event to know that organizers are doing everything in our power to minimize the impact on you.
Read MoreMV Music Fest Alert: General Admission & Kids Tix Are Almost Gone – Buy Now to Avoid Missing Out
Thanks to the community’s amazing response, we’re nearly 100% sold out of tickets. Some General Admission and Kids tickets remain, but they’re likely to be gone in the next few days. If you’re still on the fence, GET TIX ASAP!
Read MoreMill Valley Music Fest Looks to Do Right By Its Neighbors, Nonprofits and More
In a nod to the ever-growing sense of community support, the Chamber is donating a portion of proceeds to a number of local institutions including Kiddo!, which raises funds for arts education and more within the Mill Valley School District. The 2022 festival also supports the Sweetwater Music Hall’s nonprofit music education program and the City of Mill Valley’s Public Art Program, as well as other year-round initiatives spearheaded by the Mill Valley Chamber.
Read MoreProject Awareness and Special Sports (PAASS) Founders Honored With a KPIX Jefferson Award
In honoring Janet Miller and her family, KPIX reporter Sharon Chin writes, “Thanks to a Mill Valley woman, thousands of people with physical and developmental disabilities are no longer sitting on the sidelines. Instead, they are in the game.”
Read MoreStarbucks Employees at Strawberry Village Seek to Unionize
The campaign, according to the Marin Independent Journal, “is being led by baristas who are in high school. The workers want increased starting wages for baristas, extra pay when the store is short staffed, credit and debit card tips and a voice in whether to allow mobile orders during a rush or short staffing.
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