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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Meet Bre Russell, Founder of FemThrive & Mill Valley’s Newest Business Champion
“Women entrepreneurs wear so many hats—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. I know first hand as a seasoned entrepreneur. I ran my last company for ten years and sold it in 2024. My goal now is to help other women build scalable systems to reduce owner dependency, so they can grow without burnout,” says Bre. “I’m also very appreciative of the Mill Valley Chamber and everything they do to intentionally build such a supportive and kind community. It really is unique and I’m excited to be part of it.”
Read MoreMill Valley Winterfest Was an Absolute Blast and a Tremendous Way to Kick Off the Holiday Season! See You Again on Dec. 7th, 2025 on the Plaza!
Winterfest, the 94941’s annual holiday celebration produced by the Mill Valley Chamber and Organized Chaos Events, returned to the Downtown Plaza on December 8th, drawing another massive outpouring of residents, participants and friends. The event was once again an absolute blockbuster, with more than 1,000 locals and friends gathering on the plaza throughout the day and an evening of good cheer, including performances from the Happy Feet Tap Dancers, Rita & the Cosmos, Roco Dance & Fitness for thrilling performances of both hip-hop and contemporary dance, as well as the duo of Ellie McKee and Andrew McKee, who performed a broad array of both holiday tunes and classics through a bulk of the afternoon. We invited Santa on stage following his arrival in a beautiful convertible, and then he dashed off to his throne to greet the children. The beautiful Elecrtic Train kept kiddos and their families busy and happy throughout the day.
Read MoreThe Mill Valley Lumber Yard Holiday Faire is Back! Feel the Winter Spirit Dec. 12-15th for Live Music, Unique Holiday Shopping, Photos with Santa, a Dog Parade, crafts and Much More!
The Mill Valley Lumber Yard Holiday Faire is back! Holiday Faire December 12-15th. Feel the winter spirit and join us December 12-15th for live music, unique holiday shopping, photos with Santa, a dog parade, crafts, delicious food, warm drinks and a seat by the fire pit to enjoy the festivities.
Read MoreMill Valley Lumber Yard Hosts a Trunk Show – Explore New Finds and Gifts for the Holiday Season – Dec. 7th, 11am-5pm
Trunk Show: December 7: 11AM-5PM Mill Valley Lumber Yard Trunk Show! Explore new finds and gifts for the holiday season! Featuring Juice Beauty, Oolie, Makers Market vendors, Lulu Designs Garage Sale, Bloomingayles Bazaar and more!
Read MoreSpot Pet Care Unleashed: Longtime Mill Valley Dog Grooming Salon & Spa Hosts a Grand Opening to Their Fun, Spacious, Custom-Built Grooming Haven, Now in Strawberry Village Near Orange Theory Fitness!
With a mission to deliver the highest quality care for pets and exceptional service for their owners, Spot Pet Care has been a trusted name in the community since its inception in 2009. This new location reflects our ongoing commitment to innovation, comfort, and unparalleled pet care. A name their long time loyal customers have learned to trust. To celebrate, new customers can enjoy 10% off their first grooming appointment at the Strawberry Village location. Stop by and see how our thoughtful renovations elevate the grooming experience for you and your furry friends.
Read MoreCar Talk: Jason Sibley Liddle Makes the Leap to Expand on Mill Valley’s Ever-Growing Car Culture with Moto Ranch Marin
“Creating such communities isn’t easy these days, with work-from-home, social media, and a sense of isolation haunting previously bustling places,” Liddle says. “This is my niche way to chip away at the loneliness pandemic, genuinely and with the intention of strengthening community bonds. Refine what real community is, amplify it, and repeat it in other places that need it. That is how I plan to create and spread positivity in the world—my contribution to the human race.”
Read MoreMt. Tam Church Is Gearing Up To Host Family-Friendly and Community-Wide Events in November and December
Mt. Tam Church Is Gearing Up To Host Family-Friendly and Community-Wide Events in November and December! Children’s Christmas Pageant & Rehearsals, Red Cross Blood Drive, Mill Valley Philharmonic’s Children’s Instrument Petting Zoo & Performance, Santa’s Workshop, Longest Night Service and Christmas Eve Services.
Read MoreFideaux, Spot Pet Care and Mill Valley Lumber Yard Team Up for 2nd Annual Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest – Oct. 27th, 10:30am
With Halloween approaching, MVLY and Fideaux are collaborating on their 2nd annual Dog Costume Contest on Oct. 27th at 10:30am. Mill Valley is hosting its second annual dog costume contest this holiday season. Dress your pooch in your most creative and outrageous costume. The first 100 Dogs to register will be eligible to enter. Entries accepted on the day of the event will be limited to the spots left. The top 10 best dressed dogs will be selected to participate in the final voting selection and will receive awards, including a grand prize winner. Eligible award categories include: Best DIY Costume, Best Owner + Pup Combo Costume, Funniest Costume, Most Clever Costume… and more.
Read MoreMV Friends of Parks and Recreation Gathers Again to Raise Thousands to Support Parks and Rec Projects Since 2016 – Thursday, Sept. 26, 5:30pm at the Sweetwater Music Hall
“Join us at the iconic Sweetwater for music, fun, drinks, appetizers, as well as meeting new Friends, on Thursday, September 26th beginning at 5:30 pm, says Joan Murray, one of the many board members associated with the Mill Valley Friends.” The group also includes Sara Cheen, Dennis Fisco, Brian Foster, Vice-President, Bill Higgins, Kim Jessup, Jerry Labay, President, Rich Misuraca, Greg Moore, Joan Murray
Liz Richmond, Rich Robbins, Treasurer, Julie Rocherolle and Mary Beth Todd.
Mt. Tamalpais Methodist Church Welcomes the Community Back to Church/Fall Kickoff Sunday – September 8th, 10:30am, With Hot Dogs, Veggie Dogs! & Snow Cones After Church
“I look forward to our fall kickoff every year because we get to catch up with old friends who may have been traveling over the summer and we get the chance to meet and welcome folks who might be looking for a new church home,” says Tricia Wiig, Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministries at the church. “It’s the perfect day to give church a try! We’re especially excited about our time of fellowship afterwards – who doesn’t love hot dogs and snow cones?”
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