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.
On the Heels of a Huge Win Over Redwood, Tam High Football Eyes Matchup at Casa Grande High in North Coast Section Playoffs – Nov. 10 @ 7pm
“Redwood is always a great opponent every year and a great rival,” Young told the IJ. “We definitely had the game circled on our schedule. We came out hot and got it done. I feel great where we are right now. This win was definitely a great confidence boost for the playoffs.”
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Play Marin Continues to Build on Annual Walk-a-Thon, Seeks to Raise Awareness and Deepen Ties Between Marin City and Mill Valley – Nov. 11
The debut was a resounding success, and they’re hosting the third annual edition of the Walk-a-Thon on Saturday, Nov. 11th along the same path.
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Aerena Galleries and Laurel Designs Host a Free Demo on Making a Holiday White Pumpkin Floral Arrangement – Nov. 15, 11am
The gallery is hosting a free event demonstration to make your Holiday white pumpkin floral arrangement for your table with Laurel Ann Winzler of LAUREL Designs, 30-time presenter at Bouquets to Art.
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Oscar-Nominated Film Producer Orian Williams Debuts Exhibit of B&W Photography at Solstrice Gallery in Mill Valley – Dec. 2
In his first exhibition of black and white photography, WIlliams shares a rare and intimate glimpse into life on the international film and music scene. In his signature cinematic style, WIlliams documents the scene behind the scenes using the world’s most celebrated performers as his personal subjects.
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As WeWork Seeks Bankruptcy Protection and Court Approval to Exit Leases, Mill Valley Location Isn’t On the List, For Now
The company received court approval for exiting lease, sublease and license agreements at 69 locations, according to a court filing. The Mill Valley site isn’t on the list, but four others in the Bay Area are, including four in San Francisco and one in Oakland, are, according to the North Bay Business Journal.
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With Tam High QB Braden Young Lighting Up Passing Yardage, Hawks Look to Close Out Regular Season Against Rival Redwood – Nov. 4, 2pm
He’s actually garnered widespread attention well beyond Marin. MaxPreps reports that Young leads California high school football quarterback in passing yardage, having thrown for more than 2,900 yards in nine games.
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Former MV City Councilman Files Appeal to Reverse Planning Commission’s Unanimous Approval of the Proposed Treehouse Project at Former BofA Building
Wachtel seeks to compel the City Council to reverse the decision on a number of grounds, including that “there was no consideration of the city’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion,” that it went against the city’s MV2040 General Plan, as well as noise, parking and the membership concept.
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SF Chronicle Highlights Bay Area Death Care Workers Who’ve Charted Unconventional Paths in the Industry, Including Mill Valley’s Serene, Natural Fernwood Cemetery
“To speak to Bay Area death care workers who’ve charted unconventional paths in the industry is to realize that many fears of death are disguised desires to avoid honestly assessing our lives. It’s also to realize that creating ritual and meaning around death is its own kind of art.”
Read MoreCalling Female Entrepreneurs: A Trio of Local Marin Founders Host an Evening of Inspiration, Resilience, Innovation & More – Assembly, Nov. 15th, 5:30-7:30
The trio “seeks to provide both networking opportunities and encouraging lessons and insights from panel trailblazers in our own backyard,” Powers says. “From a birds eye view to curated questions related to the panelists’ business this ambitious team hopes you leave with at least one take away that inspires an action.”
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Dazzled by the Mill Valley Lumber Yard, Amanda and Richard Weld Expand their Ultra-Creative Tantrum Shop to Mill Valley
“Walking around the property, you could feel the incredible care, the sound of the huge lumber trucks rolling through the old yard. “It almost feels as if Matt and his team built the place from scratch – it’s incredible,” Richard Weld says.
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Sound the Alarm: Marin’s Costs Associated With Needed Sea Level Defense Could Reach $17 Billion
Dana Brechwald, a climate official at the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission, stepped into that breach last month, telling the Marin County Board of Supervisors that Marin County is facing about $17 billion in expenses to protect itself from the rising sea, the second highest cost estimate in the Bay Area, according to the Marin Independent Journal.
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City of Mill Valley, MV Chamber Once Again Celebrate United Against Hate Week, Nov. 12-18, Promote Art Contest to Illustrate What Kindness in Mill Valley Means, and Much More
The City of Mill Valley and the Mill Valley Chamber are poised to celebrate United Against Hate Week from November 12-18, 2023, joining cities across the country in a call for local civic action to stop the hate and implicit biases that are a dangerous threat to safety and civility. This year, we invite the youth of Mill Valley to participate in a powerful art-driven expression against hate and bias. It’s your voice, your message of hope, and your vision of “Kindness in Mill Valley” that we want to share.
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