Volunteerism
Putting On Our Best Face: Clean Mill Valley Remains Vigilant on Reducing Litter, Garners Kudos from CalTrans’ Adopt-A-Highway Coordinator
Eleven years after a group of local activists got together to address the abundance of litter in town, Clean Mill Valley, powered by a group of dedicated volunteers, have all long been dedicated to improving the appearance of our town and preserving our natural environment. In recent years, Clean Mill Valley has focused intently on its Adopt-a-Spot program, in which they focus on a particular area. Residents have surely spotted longtime tireless volunteers removing litter, weeding and more. Count Michael Jevicky, CalTrans’ District 4 Adopt-A-Highway Coordinator, among them.
Read MoreEarth Day Marin Celebrates Climate Action and Creativity on April 23, 1– 5pm
Earth Day Marin is a free, family-friendly event that engages thousands of people in creative activities, art, music, talks and booths about climate action.
Read MorePerforming Stars, Marin Housing Authority, Clean MV & Many More Team for Earth Day Cleanup in Marin City – April 22, 9am-3pm
A wide range of organizations are coming together once again to spearhead a Community Wide Clean Up in Marin City on Friday, April 22, 9am-3pm. Clean Mill Valley is joining Marin’s Performing Stars, the Marin Housing Authority (MHA), Golden Gate Village, the Marin County Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (MCSTOPPP), the Conservation Corps North Bay, along with a number of other local and county agencies and community partners.
Read MoreSouthern Marin Fire District Launches New Website for Neighborhood Response Group
The NRG program is a neighbors-helping-neighbors effort that seeks to connect individuals and neighborhoods to resources, education, and training that will help them to prepare for and respond to emergencies and disasters.
Read MoreShop Early, Shop Often: Friends of the Mill Valley Library Receive Nearly 10,000 Donations a month and Its Books Are in Good to Excellent Condition
The Friends receive nearly 10,00 donations a month and books that are in good to excellent condition are added to the bookstore (many are like new). The prices are quite reasonable and the inventory changes daily so it’s a good idea to shop often.
Read MoreMt. Tamalpais Methodist Church Readies Holy Week Schedule – April 2-9
Mt. Tamalpais United Methodist Church continues to make sure that its community is informed and able to attend the various masses, services and programs associated with Holy Week.
Read MoreCity Manager Taps Ashley Howe as MV Arts & Recreation Director, Taking Over for the Retiring Sean McGrew
Howe will take over for Sean McGrew, who was officially named Arts & Recreation Director in June 2021. He “has managed the Recreation Department’s response to the pandemic, providing emergency shelter for fire evacuees, and the re-envisioning of the City’s Arts and Recreation programs.”
Read MoreWith Kiddo! Director Bill Lampl Stepping Down at the End of the 2022-23 School Year, Organization Seeks a Successor
“Kiddo! is looking for an energetic person who is passionate about quality education in our schools to be our new Executive Director. This person is responsible for the successful leadership of the organization, including financial management, staff and program management, and application of good governance, all with a deep level of commitment to the community of the Mill Valley.”
Read MoreBridge the Gap Hosts ‘Vines & Vision 2023 Gala’ at Osher Marin JCC in San Rafael – March 9
Bridge the Gap is hosting its Vines & Vision 2023 Gala to celebrate and support the work of Bridge the Gap and to thank supporters for all they have done to support the program’s students and further the cause of educational equity.
Read MoreGet Those Ballots In: City Council Candidates Caroline Joachim, Susan Gladwin Vie for Decisive Fifth Vote in March 7th Election
Candidates Susan Gladwin and Caroline Joachim are competing in a March 7 special election to fill a seat that opened up after former councilmember Sashi McEntee Sabaratnam moved out of town.
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