Posts Tagged ‘Health & Wellness’
MVMS Weekly Report: 7.17.26 ā Mill Valley Middle School Modernization Phase: Interim Campus Construction
Work Completed July 13 – 17 ā Finished installing dewatering wells and started dewatering operations over the weekend. Dewatering lowers water levels under the site so excavation work can be done safely. Water that is removed is pumped to an on site tank where it is treated and then released into the storm drain system. …
Read MoreThe Local Trade and Mystic Pack the Studio in Their First Partnership
Chamber members Mystic and The Local Trade came together to host a sold out spoon carving class last month. The packed room in Mystic’s new B-Side studio brought together members of the community to share the experience of carving spoons by hand. Using Japanese techniques and a range of tools, attendees all walked away with…
Read MoreMarinIJ: Dick Spotswood: How is Democratic Socialism Impacting Marin?
The election of Zohran Mamdani as New York Cityās mayor is the subject of much chatter. Itās accompanied by impressive congressional wins by other members from the Democratic Socialists of America organization ā including New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rep. Ilhan Omar from Minneapolis and 29-year-old newcomer Melat Kiros, who recently won a primary election…
Read MoreTam High Foundation Has Some Exciting News In 2026!
Dear Mill Valley Chamber Members, One of the greatest strengths of our community is the way our local businesses step up to support our schools across a wide range of opportunities. That’s why I’m pleased to share an opportunity for you to become a Business Partner of the Tam High Foundation. Since 1995, the Tam…
Read MoreMarin IJ Editorial: Time Has Come For Patient San Rafael to Shrink Homeless Camp
The San Rafael City Councilās decision to stem the growth of homeless camps along Andersen Drive comes after years of trying to help those who have pitched their tents along the busy street. The site they have chosen is inappropriate, unsanitary and, according to police, unsafe. The cityās work to open a compound of temporary…
Read MoreCounty Services Center Launches in Marin City
After months of planning and $1.2 million in renovations, Marin County has opened the Southern Marin County Services Annex in Marin City. County officials and employees marked the milestone with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday before about 75 people. The center at 630 Drake Ave. occupies a rehabilitated building across the street from the Sausalito Marin…
Read MoreMarin IJ: Editorial: Mill Valley Leaders Do What They Can to Get New Homes Built
Mill Valley is taking steps to promote construction of the type of housing the community needs. Its decision to update its zoning to allow for building more affordable housing, including so-called āmicroā apartments, is a step toward actually seeing a long-term need addressed. The council has taken a hard look at its āinclusionaryā requirement, a…
Read MoreBy Changing Transportation Habits, We Can Make Impact ā Asher Petter, Mill Valley
By changing transportation habits, we can make impact Recently, I found myself standing at a major intersection in Mill Valley counting dozens of cars idling in traffic, each one contributing to the emissions that change the climate and threaten our coastal community. As a student at Tamalpais High School, I know it is easy to…
Read MoreMill Valley Recreation: Don’t Miss Camp PAASS and More This Summer!
CAMP PAASS: Yoga, Mindfulness & Art!This camp is thoughtfully designed to support a wide range of learning styles and abilities. Through yoga, mindfulness, and art, we create a supportive environment where each child can participate at their own pace.Activities are adapted to meet individual needs, with an emphasis on building confidence, self-expression, and connection. Our…
Read MoreMarinIJ: Marin Students Recognized for Anti-Pollution Drone Project
Four juniors at Tamalpais High School in Mill Valley have received state recognition for their environmental cleanup efforts. Justin Merlin, David De Zafra, Gideon Palestrant and Vaughn Neumann founded the Tam Air Club. As part of their work with the club, the teens built a small fixed-wing drone aircraft to survey Marin for pollution and…
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