Enjoy Mill Valley Blog
The Enjoy Mill Valley Blog is the official storytelling platform of the Mill Valley Chamber of Commerce — and the most comprehensive source for what’s happening in and around town.
Designed for residents, visitors, and business owners alike, the blog delivers timely, relevant coverage that captures the spirit of Mill Valley. From new business openings and community spotlights to local event previews, seasonal guides, and insider recommendations, Enjoy Mill Valley brings together everything that makes this community exceptional.
With a focus on connection and discovery, the blog:
- Highlights local businesses and entrepreneurs
- Covers Chamber initiatives and civic partnerships
- Promotes community events and cultural happenings
- Shares curated guides for dining, shopping, and experiences
- Celebrates the people who shape Mill Valley’s character
Whether you’re looking to explore something new, support a neighborhood business, or stay informed about upcoming events, the Enjoy Mill Valley Blog is your trusted source for local insight — thoughtfully curated and proudly community-driven.
Growing Up on Their Parents’ Grunge Rock, Mill Valley’s The Alive Are Amped for the Main Stage Spotlight at the 2023 Mill Valley Music Fest
The parents of Bastian Evans and Kai and Manoa Neukermans couldn’t have possibly given their children a better road map to potential hard rock stardom. But it’s a massive leap from appreciating and digging deeply into your parents’ record collection to turning it into a sound all of your own – and the trio that forms The Alive are well on their way to doing just that.
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Mountain Play Returns With Nicole Helfer-Directed ‘Into the Woods’ – May 21-June 18
Directed and Choreographed by Nicole Helfer, and Music Direction by Daniel Alley, Into the Woods takes you on a journey with everyone’s favorite characters from the Brothers Grimm fairy tales, as they navigate the woods in search of wishes fulfilled.
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After a Four-Year Hiatus, Outdoor Art Club’s Garden Tour Returns – May 4
This year’s tour, on Thursday, May 4, features four estate gardens with hilltop vistas on Mill Valley’s historic Middle Ridge. The tour includes a four-acre property bordering Mt. Tam State Park with an extensive organic garden and heritage trees, a garden designer’s paradise with locally crafted sculptures and a hidden pool, and an English garden bursting with roses and a varmint-proof lettuce house.
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Flour Craft Bakery at MVLY Yard Readies Easter-Passover Menu – Orders Close April 1
This week, they are serving up an Easter- Passover menu. All items are available now for online ordering with pickup at the shop on Saturday, April 8, including those ridiculously good-looking hot cross buns at left (photo credit Erin Scott from Flour Craft Bakery & Cafe Cookbook, 2021).
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Southern 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.
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Mt. 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.
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Curated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of March 20
If you want to support this Enjoy Mill Valley Blog, including all of the News You Can Use below, you can make a tax-deductible donation of $75 or more to the Enjoy Mill Valley Fund, which supports shovel-ready beautification and infrastructure improvements throughout Mill Valley, from flower plantings and restoration of landmarks like the Gravity Car and Clock Tower to the free Movies…
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Curated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of March 13
If you want to support this Enjoy Mill Valley Blog, including all of the News You Can Use below, you can make a tax-deductible donation of $75 or more to the Enjoy Mill Valley Fund, which supports shovel-ready beautification and infrastructure improvements throughout Mill Valley, from flower plantings and restoration of landmarks like the Gravity Car and Clock Tower to the free Movies…
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MV Middle School Cabaret Is Back! Take a Musical Journey With ‘The Music Man Jr.’ – March 22-23, 7pm at MVMS Gym
The Mill Valley Middle School’s Cabaret returns after a Covid-induced pause to explore the story of The Music Man Jr. Bring the whole family to enjoy this classic musical performed by the Mill Valley Middle School’s very talented student cast and crew.
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Boasting a Potent Mix of Emerging Talents and Venerable Vets, Don’t Miss The Sweetwater Side Stage at MV Music Fest – Get to Know ‘Em Here
The Sweetwater Side Stage, powered by the legendary Sweetwater Music Hall – serves up six incredible bands across two days at the southern end of Friends Field. Those bands will perform while our ace sound crew turns over the main stage between bands.
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City 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.”
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