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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.

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.

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Joe Brubaker at Seager Gray

Seager Gray Gallery Showcases Marin Sculptor Joe Brubaker’s Famously Whimsical Characters – Sept. 1-Oct. 1

August 23, 2023

Since his 1997 exhibition at Susan Cummins’ Mill Valley gallery, Brubaker sculptures have been populating collections from coast to coast. He has enjoyed an enviable exhibition history and remains ever fascinated with the creative process.

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Mill Valley Restaurant Rally

To Celebrate Downtown Mill Valley’s Recent Makeover, Restaurants Around the Plaza Are Hosting a One-Week Restaurant Rally, presented by Marin Magazine and the Marin Dish – Sept. 10-17

August 23, 2023

To celebrate downtown Mill Valley’s recent makeover, restaurants around the plaza are uniting to host a one-week Restaurant Rally. The promotion encourages diners to discover all the new restaurants along the square, as well as revisit their old favorites. Restaurants will offer diners a special 3-course prix fixe menu for $55 (September 10-17), as well as an $8 specialty cocktail to complement their meal.

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Daniel Lanois

Solstice Gallery on Miller Ave. to Showcase the Visual Art Work of Renowned Musician and Record Producer Daniel Lanois – Oct. 14

August 23, 2023

“Lanois’ stunning imagery transports viewers through time and space into new dimensional realities,” says Solstice Gallery’s Julie Greene. “Taking a cue from nature and often overlooked details of everyday life, Daniel creates stimulating, thought-provoking images that tap into the deeper aspects of man’s relationship with himself and the world around him.”

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MV Chamber, Vintage Ruse Host a Live Music Event, Raise Nearly $3,000 to Benefit the Maui Food Bank

August 22, 2023

The benefit raised money via food and drinks sales and direct donations, with 100% of proceeds going straight to the Maui Food Bank.

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Marin IJ: Marin Retailers Frustrated by Brazen Thefts, Weak Defenses

August 22, 2023

When stores are not willing to sign a citizen’s arrest form, it presents a challenge because of a legal requirement that bars officers from making an arrest for a misdemeanor crime that occurred outside their presence, Mill Valley police Lt. Shaun McCracken told the IJ. The law also requires victims to identify the suspect and request a citizen’s arrest for the violation, he said.

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Tom Zizzo to Showcase His Paintings at Johanna Becker’s Moonstruck Fine Jewelry – First Tuesday Artwalk is Sept. 5th

August 22, 2023

Moonstruck is set to spotlight the work of Mill Valley artist Tom Zizzo (see image, at left) in September under the exhibit name, “Nature’s Dream.” The exhibit begins September 5 as part of the Mill Valley Arts Commission‘s monthly First Tuesday Artwalk, 5:30-7:30pm.

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Curated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of August 21

August 22, 2023

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Indoff Biz Products Specialist Cliff Waldeck Expands Product Offering, Gets Tapped to Southern Marin Fire District Board in Latest Public Service Role

August 21, 2023

While Waldeck continues to expand grow his business with Indoff, he remains deeply committed to his community and the betterment of the town. The latest example is his recent appointment by to the Southern Marin Fire District’s Board following the resignation of Stephen Willis.

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O’Hanlon Center for the Arts Hosts Singer/Songwriter Karen Drucker and Her Band for an Evening of ‘Positive Message Music’ – Sept. 10, 4-6pm

August 21, 2023

The latest edition of the O’Hanlon Center for the Arts’ mindset features award-winning singer/songwriter Karen Drucker and her band for an afternoon of original, fun-positive-message music, featuring songs from her 22 albums. Joining Drucker will be master musicians John Hoy on guitar, Andrew Higgens on bass and cello, and David Rokeach on drums.

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Mill Valley, Sausalito Chapters of Marin Villages Host Free, Three-Part Training Series for Older Adults

August 21, 2023

The first of the three part series will cover the “basics,” including accessing websites, apps and Zoom. There will be forty-five minutes of training followed by questions and answer, and 1-to-1 training. This is an opportunity to become comfortable with your computer, phone or tablet and have your questions answered.

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SF Chronicle Digs Into City of Mill Valley’s Affordable Housing Efforts and Friends of Hauke Park’s Lawsuit That Cites ‘Continued Discrimination’ Against Residents in Eastern Part of Town

August 16, 2023

The San Francisco Chronicle is the most recent news organization to take notice, with reporter Emily Hoeven quoting Jenny Silva, a YIMBY watchdog and board chair for the Marin Environmental Housing Collaborative, as saying “it’s disingenuous to claim a fair housing violation when the area in question is 70% white and has a median household income of about $124,000. This is not a poor neighborhood by any stretch of the imagination.”

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Whether You’re a Lifelong Visitor to Muir Woods or a Brand Newbie, SFGate’s Got Your FAQs Covered

August 16, 2023

With all the people and the need to plan ahead, is it worth visiting Muir Woods? YES, writes Kelly O’Mara in a special to SFGATE.

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