Posts Tagged ‘Arts & Entertainment’
Marin Magazine Hosts a 20th Anniversary Party: ‘Join Us for the Ultimate Garden Party Celebration!’ Sunday, April 6th, 3pm-6pm
Marin Magazine aims to be the most effective communication vehicle targeting the active and affluent Marin County consumer, celebrating the people, places, and innovations that make the county unique. The magazine features stories about Marin’s history, arts, people, and attractions, as well as profiles of Marin personalities and journeys to destinations near and far. Marin Magazine aims to reach the region’s most affluent readers with sharp, insightful writing and stunning photography and artwork. “We’ll be honoring two decades of inspiring stories, local culture, and community impact,” organizers say.
Read MoreO’Hanlon Center for the Arts Hosts ‘Rhythms of Africa through Song, Dance & Drums with James Henry and Hands on Fire – April 5
O’Hanlon Center for the Arts Hosts ‘Rhythms of Africa through Song, Dance & Drums with James Henry and Hands on Fire – April 5
Read MoreMill Valley Mercantile Welcomes Kate Covet to the Store! Meet the Designer and Explore Her Stunning Spring Line – Friday, March 21 – Saturday, March 22 11am – 6pm
We are thrilled to welcome Kate of Covet to the store! Meet the designer and explore her stunning spring line at Mill Valley Mercantile – Friday, March 21 – Saturday, March 22 11am – 6pm. 167a Throckmorton Ave.
Read MoreMill Valley Music Fest Reveals Reveals Expanded Lineup With Sweetwater Stage Featuring Local By Area Musicians
“More than anything, it’s the sounds that emanate from this thrilling group of musicians who ultimately make the Mill Valley Music Festival what it is,” says Jim Welte, Executive Director of the Mill Valley Chamber. “We hope attendees will recognize some favorites on this bill. But we really want you to to revel in the wonders of sonic discovery, and pass those earworms onto friends near and far. There’s something for everyone, and your horizons are about to expand exponentially.”
Read MoreLet’s Go Live: ‘MVMF Teaser’ Concerts Return from MV Chamber & NoisePop, Kicking it Off With Alexi on March 20th (NOTE DATE CHANGE) at Proof Lab, 5:30-7pm, Followed by Meggy Travers at the Spring Faire on March 29th at the Mill Valley Community Center!
We’re firmly in the camp of there being no such thing as too much live music in Mill Valley. To that end, while we wake up every day to make the 2025 Mill Valley Music Fest the best version of itself, we’re also focused on getting you excited for a series of pop-up shows around town, all to remind you, and ourselves, that live music is a fundament element within the 94941, and as the weather gets a bit less frosty and the sun stays awake a bit longer, there’s plenty of fun and excitement to be had! FIRST UP: Alexi Glickman is no newbie – Proof Lab, 5:30-7pm!!
Read MoreThe Marinfidels Head to the Illustrious Throckmorton Theatre to Perform the Music of The Beatles Vs. The Rolling Stones – 17th Anniversary, March 29th, 8pm-10:30pm
The Marinfidels bring a legacy of music making that hails from the Golden Era of Rock N’ Roll. Beatles Vs Stones is the latest project in a mission to delight and entertain audiences with the music that most inspired them and influenced the popular culture of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. Scheuenstuhl’s Mill Valley Music is a record store surviving in the modern age of digital downloading, with a dedication to Keeping Music in Mill Valley. They have lots of new and used CDs, LPs, DVDs, Tshirts, posters and guitar strings.
Read MoreDive Into the Magic of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” From the Performing Arts Academy of Marin – March 21-23, 2025!
Dive into an unforgettable undersea adventure with Ariel, Flounder, and all your favorite characters! Our Mainstage Musical brings this classic story to life and features the incredible talents of young actors as they transport you to the kingdom of Atlantica. The talented cast includes performers ranging in age from 10 to 18. Please join us for an extraordinary weekend of theater from March 21 – 23, 2025 at the Marin Showcase Theater located at 20 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael, CA 94903.
Read MoreEconomic Outlook Summit 2025 Indicates the North Bay Economy Faces Challenges Due to an Aging Population and Slow Job Growth, Eyes Need to Attract Younger Workers
The North Bay is facing stagnant population growth in coming decades and limited housing development until the profitability of construction changes. And the region’s lack of population growth and persistent high housing costs complicate growth in the local economy and keeping workers and businesses in the region. That was the message from experts and entrepreneurs speaking at the Business Journal’s 2025 Economic Outlook Summit, held Thursday at Sonoma State University’s ballroom in Rohnert Park. Robert Eyler, professor of economics at Sonoma State University and president of Economic Forensics and Analytics Inc., provided a deep dive into how the national economy is affecting California and local counties. The aging population in Marin and Sonoma counties is one of the North Bay’s most pressing issues. “We are among the oldest counties in California, which poses significant challenges for workforce development and economic growth,” Eyler told the audience of a few hundred.
Read MoreNominations Are Now Open for the 2025 Milley Awards for Creative Achievement – This 33-Year-Old Mill Valley Gala Sponsored by the MV Arts Commission & Volunteer Committee Honors Local Artists in a Variety of Categories & Who Have Contributed Greatly to the Arts Community of Mill Valley
Nominations are now open for the 2025 Milley Awards for Creative Achievement. This 33-year-old Mill Valley gala event sponsored by the Mill Valley Arts Commission and the volunteer Milley Executive Committee, honors local artists in the literary, visual, musical, and performance arts as well as those who have contributed greatly to the arts community of Mill Valley. Nominations with a maximum of 10 pages of supporting materials for each candidate are due at Mill Valley City Hall no later than noon on Thursday, April 17. To download the 2025 Nomination Brochure and Form, go to https://milleyawards.org/nominations/. The 2025 Milley Awards dinner and ceremony will be held at the Mill Valley Community Center from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2025. Save the date!
Read MoreMarin IJ: Life as a Retired Man in Mill Valley
“Babies are everywhere in Mill Valley. I imagine in my previous work-life schedule I didn’t see them all. Or perhaps there are just more of them? Either way, babies can be seen in carriages pushed by either moms, dads or nannies. The problem is they are pushed in the streets. Sidewalks are not always an option because they’re often blocked and/or difficult to push a carriage on. I missed all the baby action when I worked. Arriving home well past baby bedtimes made certain carriage pushing was not on my radar. So, if you want to see some Mill Valley babies, get out during the day — just be careful driving!”
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