Posts Tagged ‘Diversity Equity & Inclusion’
Paul Austin’s Play Marin Hosts Glow Get Em – It’s Players’ Night – April 25, 6pm-11pm, Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto Mill Valley
This year, we’re flipping the switch with a “Glow in the Dark” twist! Expect an epic evening with games, delicious food and drinks (including the adult variety!), a stellar silent auction, and music to keep the energy buzzing all night. Connect with other Play Marin supporters, learn about our impact, and have a blast—all while lifting up kids and families in our community to continue to learn and thrive through play.
Read MoreMV Residents’ Education Housing Partner’s 250-Unit, Affordable Apartment Project Near San Quentin For Teachers & County Employees, Have Received Unanimous Support to Take an Initial Step Toward Helping to Guarantee Rental Income for the Project
Marin County supervisors voted unanimously to take an initial step toward helping to guarantee rental income for a housing project designed to serve educators and county employees. The project, the Village at Oak Hill, envisions construction of 135 apartments on vacant land donated by the state in eastern Larkspur near San Quentin. The plan is to reserve 101 of the apartments for the employees of local schools and 34 for county employees.The project is being overseen by the Marin County Public Financing Authority, a joint partnership between Marin County and the Marin County Office of Education. It has a $16.4 million funding gap. Rising interest rates since the project launched are to blame, said Matthew Hymel, the authority’s director and a former county executive.
Read MoreMill Valley Parks & Rec and Donors Are Set to Move Forward With a Long-Sought Pair of Sand Volleyball Courts Near Bayfront Field!
“This has been an idea that’s been going on for many many years and there’s been stops and starts to it. And some of that is because this is a pretty major construction project,” said Vanessa Justice, whose term on the Mill Valley Parks and Recreation Commission recently ended. In Mill Valley, hundreds of youths play the sport in clubs and programs. For years, enthusiasts have set up makeshift nets and courts on the city’s hockey fields on Sunday, when those fields are closed to organized sports, Justice said.
Read MoreCurated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of April 13th
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Read MoreDespite Support from the City of Mill Valley, the Goodwill Donation Center on Miller Ave. Is Toast – Goodwill’s New Leaders Say They Have Big Plans With Larger Format Retail Stores & Colorful Inventory
“Goodwill’s donation centers have been serving Mill Valley for over two decades. We are fortunate to have longtime businesses that are committed to serving our residents and the greater good,” said City Manager Todd Cusimano. “I want to thank the residents of Mill Valley for making their voices heard during this process,” says City Councilmember Max Perrey, noted. Goodwill is a valued part of our community and we are excited to continue growing our partnership.”
Read MoreCurated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of April 6th
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Read MoreDocLands Documentary Film Festival Returns With Mark Fishkin, Executive Director/Founder of the California Film Institute (CAFILM), and Joni Cooper, Director of Programming for the DocLands Documentary Film Festival – Wed., April 30–May 4, 2025
Mark Fishkin, executive director/founder of the California Film Institute, and Joni Cooper, DocLands Director of Programming, have unveiled the lineup for the DocLands Documentary Film Festival, returning Thursday, May 2-5, 2024. Featuring captivating world premieres, including From Here/From There (De Aquí/De Allá), I Hope This Helps!, Make A Circle, and Not Just A Goof, alongside the anticipated North American Premiere of Living with Wolves and theUS premieres of 500 Days in The Wild and Hunt for the Oldest DNA, this year’s festival promises an unforgettable cinematic experience.
Read MoreThe Boyle Park Master Plan Goal is to Preserve and Enhance Boyle Park and Amenities for Current and Future use. The City is Kicking off the Project with a Short community Survey – It’s Open Until April 18
The first Community Meeting is Wednesday, May 14, 2025 from 5:30-6:30 at the Community Center. Meeting content to include: an introduction to the project and images, share survey results and discuss themes, and collect additional feedback. A second meeting at Boyle Park will be announced soon and will serve as an additional opportunity to share feedback and discuss project ideas and themes.
Read MoreCity of Mill Valley Continues Fantastic Events: Re-Loved and Re-Sourced Market April 27th, PRIDE Kick-Off June 7th & Mill Valley Freedom Festival on June 14th!!
City of Mill Valley Tees Up a Quartet of Fantastic Events: Re-Loved and Re-Sourced Market April 27th, PRIDE Kick-Off June 7th & Mill Valley Freedom Festival on June 14th!!
Read MoreDick Spotswood Via Marin IJ: Marin Voters Would Make Great Protesters Against Trump
It’s time for regular Marin residents who consider themselves patriots to stand up and determine their own destiny. In much of politically “blue” America, protests have spontaneously erupted. No, they aren’t due to paid organizers. They’re just angry Americans. Other than at Corte Madera’s Tesla showroom, it appears to me that local protests have been scarce. Marin should be a shining example to fellow California patriots on how to address their pent-up emotions and exercise their First Amendment rights.
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