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Curated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of July 26th

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Back to Sunday School—With a Sweet Treat! šŸ¦ Hosted by The Episcopal Church of Our Saviour in Mill Valley, Kicking Off the School Year in the Sweetest Way Possible! August 17th, Welcoming Kids and Families Back to our Faith Quest Classes for Youth & Godly Play for Children—10am

Back to Sunday School—With a Sweet Treat! Hosted by The Episcopal Church of Our Saviour – Mill Valley. The Episcopal Church of Our Saviour is kicking off the new school year in the sweetest way possible! Join us for Back to Sunday School on Sunday, August 17th, as we welcome kids and families back to our Faith Quest classes for youth and Godly Play for children—starting at 10:00 AM.

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Joe Cicero’s The Yard Summer Social, Featuring a Trail Run, HYROX, Recovery Food, Drinks, Fun & Good Vibes – Is Set for Saturday, Aug 16th, 10am-1pm!

Join us Saturday, August 16th, from 10 AM to 1 PM at The Yard in Mill Valley for a day packed with fitness, community, and fun. Start the day strong with a pre-event trail run, then jump into a HYROX-inspired competition open to members, trainers, and clients from both locations. After the action, unwind in our Recovery Zone featuring sauna, cold plunge, and more. We’ll keep you fueled with local eats, refreshing drinks, coffee, and treats to keep the good vibes going. The Summer Social is FREE to attend! RSVP / SEE more info

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Supervisor Stephanie Moulton-Peters Marin Voice: Supervisor Shares Urgency for Golden Gate Village Updates

Most importantly, it delivers what residents asked for: meaningful investment, continued affordability and real improvements to their homes. These are not abstract goals — they are tangible outcomes that will improve health, safety and stability for hundreds of families.
The people of Marin City deserve the same quality of housing, investment and attention as any other neighborhood in Marin County. It has taken decades of hard work to get this revitalization off the ground and moving forward. The groundwork has been laid, and the momentum is real. Now is the time to stand with Golden Gate Village residents — to support the investment, affordability and improvements they’ve said they want and have waited too long to see.

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Singers Marin Hosts a Rejuvenating Sound Fest to Beat the Summer Doldrums With a Hollywood Hit Parade Feat. ‘La La Land,’ ‘Black Panther’, ‘Fellowship of the Ring & More’ – Aug. 9th, 4pm, Novato High Center for the Arts

Need a rejuvenating sound fest to beat the summer doldrums? Come join Singers Marin for our concert, a choral Summer Film Festival, where cinematic stories come alive through song. This Hollywood hit parade will bring you some of the best and most uplifting songs from movies that span the decades—everything from La La Land, to Black Panther, to the Fellowship of the Ring, and more. The concert will be held at Novato High Center for the Arts, reception with our audience to follow.Tickets are on sale now at https://www.singersmarin.org/new-events. Buy in advance and save $5 on adult tickets!

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Mill Valley Announces the 2025Ā MilleyĀ Creative Achievement Honorees, Highlighting Honorees at the Mill Valley Community Center – Oct. 26th

Seven accomplished Mill Valley residents will be honored at an elegant program and buffet supper from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday, October 27 at the Mill Valley Community Center. The six will receive bronze statuettes designed by the late sculptor John Libberton. Mill Valley is the only city in Marin County that officially recognizes the talents and achievements of people in the arts.

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Where to Shop Plastic-Free in Marin—For Your Health and the Health of the Planet!

We’re in Week 4 of Plastic Free July—and if you’ve picked up some new tips and have taken just one action, you’re already making an impact. This week, we’re focusing on one of the most important shifts you can make: Avoiding plastic isn’t just an environmental choice—it’s a health decision. Here’s why:Ā 99% of plastic is made from fossil fuels, and it contains harmful additives like BPA, phthalates, and PFAS. These chemicalsĀ leach into our food, drinks, and personal care products, especially when exposed to heat or oil. Exposure has been linked to serious health issues:Ā Hormone disruption; Infertility and reproductive harm; Early puberty; Immune system suppression; Certain cancers (breast, prostate, testicular)

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Spot Pet Care Hosts ‘Dog Days of Summer’!! Saturday, August 2nd, 10:30am-2:30pm

With a mission to deliver the highest quality care for pets and exceptional service for their owners, Spot Pet Care has been a trusted name in the community since its inception in 2009. This new location reflects our ongoing commitment to innovation, comfort, and unparalleled pet care. A name their long time loyal customers have learned to trust. To celebrate, new customers can enjoy 10% off their first grooming appointment at the Strawberry Village location. Stop by and see how our thoughtful renovations elevate the grooming experience for you and your furry friends.

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The Richmond Bridge Saga Continues, as a Revised Bike Path Plan Has Been Submitted

Members of the Marin County Bicycle Coalition have been remaining committed to maintaining 24/7 access to the multiuse path on the bridge. ā€œWe would rather they keep their $1.6m and keep the trail open,ā€ Tarrell Kullaway, the organization’s director, said in an email. ā€œWe do not believe that the things the trail pilot was supposed to test have been tested yet,ā€ Kullaway said. ā€œIn particular, the toll plaza, where the biggest bottleneck occurs, and the lack of safe connections on the Marin side should be addressed before data can be deemed accurate.ā€ Kullaway also noted that the path from Main Street to Sir Francis Drake Boulevard in San Rafael is incomplete, making access to and from the bridge on the Marin side challenging for some.

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