Posts Tagged ‘Health & Wellness’
Woander Owner Matthew Purdon Brings Families Into a Living Fairy Tale with The Wylding Woods!
Given a mission by the storybook fairy Lexivandrielle, adventurers set out to awaken the ancient spirit Greenheart, finding clues, casting spells, and helping magical fairy tale creatures. “Our live experience invites children to become an integral part of the story where their actions drive the adventure forward,” says Director and Writer Matthew Purdon. “In today’s screen-saturated world, this is a rare opportunity for kids to not just consume but co-create a fairy tale together surrounded by natural beauty.” Purdon, a trained actor, artist and technology designer, was the co-founder of Odyssey Works, an early pioneer in transformative immersive experiences. He first dreamed up The Wylding Woods. on walks through the redwoods with his children and then further developed it through workshops and playtests with Bay Area families, culminating in a sold-out preview last June.
Read MoreSweetwater Music Hall Fall Lineup: From Pink Talking Fish to Zepparella, Reggae, Bluegrass, and Beyond!
Sweetwater Music Hall, the storied Mill Valley nonprofit venue that has been a home to the counterculture and beyond since 1972, keeps the fall calendar packed with music for Deadheads, hippies, and fans of every genre. Jam fans will zero in on Pink Talking Fish, the beloved fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, and Phish, performing November 1 and 2. For those who live in the Allman Brothers’ zone, Freestone Peaches hit the stage October 4, while Zeppelin devotees will be thunderstruck by Zepparella, bringing two nights of classic rock fire October 17–18.
Read MoreA Vital 2025 Environmental Health Services Workshop For Food-Serving Businesses – Friday, October 10th, San Rafael Community Center, 618 B Street, San Rafael. Free Parking (next to Safeway)
October 10 Community Workshop: Do you own, operate, or work for a restaurant, grocery store, or catering business? Are you a vendor at a farmers’ market or event? Do you manage a food truck or a coffee cart? Or do you live or work in Marin and eat at any of our food facilities? Whether you’re a food business owner or enjoy dining at one our many restaurants and food facilities, we want to hear from you!
Read MoreCelebrating Local Excellence: Practice San Francisco, Which Has Locations in SF and in Mill Valley, Was Named one of America’s Top 100 Small Business by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce!
The United States Chamber of Commerce has recognized Mighty Minds Psychological Services, Inc., DBA Practice San Francisco as one of the nation’s top 100 small businesses, naming it to the 2025 annual CO—100 list. Practice San Francisco was also honored as a Top 10 recipient in the highly celebrated Culture Champions category, which recognizes thriving businesses that are increasing their community impact as the result of remarkable internal culture and community. The CO—100, which received over 12,500 nominations this year, celebrates 100 outstanding small businesses across America. A distinguished panel of judges, including representatives from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, selects the Honorees based on their commitment to economic growth and community support.
Read MoreThe Episcopal Church of Our Saviour in Mill Valley Hosts The Blessing of the Animals – October 5th, 3-4pm on Lovell!
The Episcopal Church of Our Saviour in Mill Valley Hosts The Blessing of the Animals – October 5th, 2025!
Read MoreCalifornia Film Institute Taps Film Society of Lincoln Center Veteran as Artistic Director
Kuo will report to CaFilm founder and Executive Director Mark Fishkin. “Rose brings a remarkable combination of international experience, artistic vision, and deep commitment to the cinematic arts,” Fishkin said in a statement. “Her leadership will ensure that CaFilm continues to champion independent voices, engage audiences, and inspire the next generation of filmmakers.”
Read MoreSweetwater Music Hall, the Intimate Nonprofit Live Music Venue Established in 1972, Continues to Roll Out Amazing Music Just About Every Day of the Week – Here’s the Latest!
Sweetwater Music Hall, the intimate nonprofit live music venue established in 1972, is, as ever, continuing to roll out amazing music just about every day of the week. This latest blast of amazing music comes from in early October, when we’ll see… @reverendhortonheat on Oct. 2nd., Reverend Horton Heat, @dantyminski on Oct. 3rd, and Dan Tyminsky. @thealtons with @sinkane on Oct. 5th! – https://www.thealtons.com/ featuring Sinkane! Don’t miss these exciting shows!
Read MoreWPA California Folk Music Project Sustains Traditional Music of the Bay Area – “Tunes From Our Backyard” at Sweetwater Music Hall, Sunday, October 19, 3pm-5pm
Sweetwater Music Hall, the intimate nonprofit live music venue established in 1972, is hosting “Tunes from Our Backyard” a performance at Mill Valley’s Sweetwater Music Hall on Sunday, October 19, celebrates the WPA California Folk Music Project, a collection of live field recordings of traditional ethnic folk songs recorded around the Bay Area during the Great Depression.
Between 1938 and 1940, San Francisco musicologist Sidney Robertson, working out of offices at UC Berkeley with funding from the New Deal’s Works Progress Administration (WPA), documented the music of ethnic communities around Northern California. With a small team hired from the state’s relief rolls, Robertson collected 35 hours of folk songs in 12 languages, along with photographs and drawings of musical instruments immigrants brought with them when they left their home countries for California. Robertson was the first collector to record folk songs of ethnic immigrants and call them “American.”
Read MoreThe Countdown is on for the opening of MNT Mill Valley… and the Celebration is just beginning! Join MNTMillValley on Saturday, Oct. 4, 10 AM-2 PM for Their Free Grand Opening & Wellness Fest!
The Countdown is on for the opening of MNT Mill Valley… and the Celebration is just beginning! Join MNTMillValley on Saturday, Oct. 4, 10 AM-2 PM for Their Free Grand Opening & Wellness Fest!
Read MoreMurder Mystery Dinner Party at the Ralston White Retreat! Step step into the world of mystery and intrigue for an unforgettable evening of suspense and entertainment, all in support of Marin Theatre! Friday Nov. 14, 5:30 pm
Get Ready to step into the world of mystery and intrigue with an exclusive murder mystery dinner at the historic Ralston White Retreat in Mill Valley, CA. Join us for an unforgettable evening of suspense and entertainment, all in support of Marin Theatre! Friday November 14, 2025, 5:30 pm. Upon arrival, you and your guests will be greeted with welcome drinks and introduced to the thrilling storyline – Murder at the Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball – that will unfold throughout the evening.
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