Philanthropy
Help Clove Galilee and Jenny Rogers, Former Mill Valley Arts and Recreation Director, Recover After Wildfires
Clove and Jenny are pillars of their community who now face the challenge of rebuilding their lives after experiencing unprecedented losses. They are overwhelmed by where to start, and any contribution will be immensely appreciated. We are raising funds to help them with immediate needs like clothing, housing, food and essentials, as well as to rebuild their home in the aftermath of this terrible tragedy. At top left is a photo showcasing their home and the fruits of their love and labor.
Read MoreOn Jan. 8th, Sweetwater Music Hall, Along With An Amazing Array of Musicians From Far and Wide, Honored the Late, Legendary Austin de Lone, Who Performed Around the World and Was a Stalwart Supporter of the Venue
Sweetwater Music Hall is excited to honor Austin de Lone, the legendary musician in Mill Valley and beyond, who has played all over the country and around the world for many years, and has been a stalwart supporter of the Sweetwater from the very beginning. Austin is going to hang up his rock ’n’ roll shoes, but has one more party up his sleeve to which you are invited! Please come and pay tribute to Austin and his many musical companions as we toast and roast him on January 8.
Read MoreSweetwater Music Hall is Honoring the Late, Legendary Austin de Lone on Jan. 8! Show Is Sold Out But the Amazing Folks at SW Have Made It Available on Youtube (See Below)
Sweetwater Music Hall is Honoring the Late, Legendary Austin de Lone on Jan. 8! Show Is Sold Out But the Amazing Folks at SW Have Made It Available on Youtube (See Below)
Read MoreSweetwater Music Hall is Honoring the Legendary Austin de Lone, Who Has Performed Around the World and has been a Stalwart Supporter of the Sweetwater from the Beginning – Jan. 8!
Sweetwater Music Hall is excited to honor Austin de Lone, the legendary musician in Mill Valley and beyond, who has played all over the country and around the world for many years, and has been a stalwart supporter of the Sweetwater from the very beginning. Austin is going to hang up his rock ’n’ roll shoes, but has one more party up his sleeve to which you are invited! Please come and pay tribute to Austin and his many musical companions as we toast and roast him on January 8.
Read MoreRoberta Donnay & the Prohibition Mob with Marina Crouse and Danny Caron Hits the Sweetwater Music Hall Stage on Jan. 22nd, 8pm!
Award-winning jazz/blues recording artist Roberta Donnay’s interest in roots music started at a young age, listening and studying jazz and blues, led her to record with legendary jazz producer Orrin Keepnews, and touring 10+ years as a member of “Dan Hicks & The Hot Licks.” The Prohibition Mob features Grammy-winning trombonist Mike Rinta, John Burr on piano, Scott Jensen on trumpet, Heshima Mark Williams on bass, Mark Lee on drums, and special guest Danny Caron on guitar
Read MoreMill Valley’s Santa Is Back in Town and Excited to Engage With Your Kiddos at the Mill Valley Lumber Yard (129 Miller Ave.) Thu./12th & Fri./13th (4-6pm) & Again and Friday/14th & Sat. 15th, 12pm-2pm
Hohoho, hold your horses and reindeer. Santa is in town! Whether you have seen Santa yourself during the lighting of the tree this past Sunday (see below), at the Depot or you are planning to book a visit with Santa, be informed that this year, Santa announced publicly that he is coming out more strongly for his principles and beliefs.
Read MoreFriends of the Mill Valley Library Host Another Book Sale to Support the Treasure That Is MVPL – December 4th, 2:30-5:30pm & Again on Dec. 7th, 11am-4:30pm
The Mill Valley Public Library has long been a local treasure. It’s also, obviously, a home for thousands of books to be be borrowed. In additional to that massive catalogue, the Friends of the Mill Valley Library, one of the two major supporters of the library, host regular Friends of the Library In-Person Book Sales. The next one is December 4th, 2:30-5:30pm. and again on Dec. 7th, 11am-4:30pm. Entrance is in the Smart Garden ‘under’ the Library.
Read MoreTribe Rising Steps Up Once Again for Santal Students in Gurap, India, With a ‘Concert to Celebrate Gratitude and Hope,’ Set for Saturday, Nov. 16th, 4-6pm at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church
Annette Venables: “Please come out and join us for this fun event! This will be a very eclectic show with performances by local icons and favorites, Indian music, Bulgarian music and dance, a youth a cappella group, and a few surprises. The Santal culture is deeply steeped in music and dance. I can’t think of a more fun way to honor our students and help build up our scholarship fund than a concert celebrating diverse voices. As we enter the holiday season—let’s tune our voices and our hearts to gratitude and hope. Thanks to you, our students have a lot to celebrate too!”
Read MorePlay Marin Continues to Build on Annual Walk-a-Thon, Seeks to Raise Awareness and Deepen Ties Between Marin City and Mill Valley – Saturday, Nov. 9th, 10am
Here’s how you can be a champion for play: Give what you can! Every donation helps Play Marin break down barriers to youth sports. Donate at tinyurl.com/PMWalk24. Invite your network! Share this message and let’s make this the biggest Walk-A-Thon yet! No registration necessary – just come ready to have fun and support Marin’s youth! #PlayMarin #WalkForEquity #YouthSports #MarinCounty
Read MoreMarin IJ: Mill Valley Middle School to Halt $130 Million Middle School Modernization Project, Due to Environmental Issues – Terra Marin School Agrees to Vacate
According to the Marin IJ, environmental issues have put plans for a new $130 million Mill Valley Middle School on hold, according to consultants for the school district. The delay is for more studies at the campus at 425 Sycamore Ave., which used to be a burn dump. The district’s plan is to demolish the school and rebuild it at the same site. Sandrine Hitchcock, a program manager for the construction consulting firm AECOM, discussed the project during a public forum on Thursday, saying the last step of the California Environmental Quality Act process is expected in July.
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