Posts Tagged ‘Mill Valley’
Marin IJ Editorial Board: With Sympathies for LA, Marin Prepares for Next Wildfire
The voter-approved formation of the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority has advanced long-needed work to create and maintain so-called “fuel breaks” in hopes of giving fire crews a fighting chance to save neighborhoods. Crews have been working to create large fuel breaks in Ross Valley and Novato. Reducing vegetation along evacuation routes has been another priority.
Read MoreCity of Mill Valley Tees Up a Quartet of Fantastic Events: Spring Faire March 29th, 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: Spring Faire March 29th, Re-Loved and Re-Sourced Market April 27th, PRIDE Kick-Off June 7th & Mill Valley Freedom Festival on June 14th!!
Read MoreExtramile Property Management Company’s Arash Khalatbari Lays Out the Marin County Real Estate Market
Marin County’s real estate market in early 2025 is characterized by modest fluctuations in home prices, a robust rental market with rising rents, and active investment driven by favorable interest rates. The luxury segment remains vibrant, attracting high-profile buyers. Prospective buyers, sellers, and investors should consider these trends and consult multiple sources to make informed decisions in this dynamic market.
Read MoreLongtime Henrybuilt Shop at Former Mill Valley Auto Service on Miller Ave. Incorporates an Adjacent 4,000-Square-Foot Building, the First of Five New Space Theory Showrooms to Open in US by the end of 2026
Space Theory will be located in a separate 4,000-square-foot building next to Henrybuilt in Mill Valley, and is the first of five new Space Theory showrooms scheduled to open in the United States by the end of 2026. The new Mill Valley showroom will showcase the company’s products, house a design studio and be open to the public. Space Theory offers a complete system, including storage units, pulls, integrated lighting, modular interior accessories, countertops, backsplashes and sinks solely for the kitchen.
Read MoreMonica Barbaro, 34, Who Grew up in Mill Valley and went to Tam High, Just Scored a Nomination for Best Supporting Actress for Her Role in “A Complete Unknown,” the Bob Dylan Biopic
Monica Barbaro, 34, who grew up in Mill Valley and went to Tam High, (home of the Bay Area’s M Ill Valley Film Festival) just scored a nomination for best supporting actress for her role in “A Complete Unknown,” the Bob Dylan biopic. The Bay Area isn’t a feature film superpower, but it pulls its weight in awards season, according to SFGate. The region also scored a well-deserved nomination for “Inside Out 2. The Bob Dylan biopic scored eight Oscar nominations, including a best picture nod and an actor nomination for Timothée Chalamet’s portrayal of the icon. Barbaro plays the legendary folk musician Joan Baez, who becomes romantically entangled with Dylan as they tour together.
Read MoreNeighboring Surf + Sand Boutique, Aerena Galleries Collaborate on an Exciting Event to Provide a Portion to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank – Jan. 26th
Now a pair of longstanding neighboring businesses on Throckmorton are teaming up on Sunday, January 26th to host a combination event in their adjacent spaces. Aerena Galleries is serving up an Art Showcase, a sale and live music at 1pm with wine provided by Blackbird Vineyards from 2-5pm, and Surf + Sand’s (53 Throckmorton Ave.) new owner Janis Ganaden showcasing her shop’s gorgeous retail shop all day at 53 Throckmorton Ave., with a portion of the proceeds going to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
Read MoreKim Eagles-Smith Gallery Unveils the Exhibit of ‘In the Water,’ a Series of Paintings by Ukrainian born, Bay Area artist Valentin Popov – Feb. 4th-March 8th, with a Reception for the Artist on Feb. 4th, 5:30-7:30 pm
The Kim Eagles-Smith Gallery is pleased to announce the exhibit of ‘In the Water,’ a series of paintings by Ukrainian born, Bay Area artist Valentin Popov. February 4th through March 8th, 2025. A reception for the Artist will be held Tuesday February 4th from 5:30-7:30 pm. ‘In the Water’ a Series of Paintings by Ukrainian born, Bay Area artist Valentin Popov. February 4th through March 8th, 2025. A reception for the Artist will be held Tuesday February 4th from 5:30-7:30 pm.
Read MoreMt. Tam Church is Hosting a Blood Drive on Tuesday, March 11th, 11am-4pm in their Fellowship Hall
In partnership with the American Red Cross, Mt. Tam Church is hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, March 11th, from 11am-4pm in their Fellowship Hall. Please visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=MILLVALLEY to sign up. If, at any time, appointment slots are full, please reach out to us to be added to the waitlist in case we have cancellations or last-minute no-shows. If you’re willing to be on-call, please email triciawiig@mtumc.org with your name, phone number, email address and blood type (if known). We will reach out as needed.
Read MoreCity of Mill Valley Launches New Website Domain @ cityofmillvalley.gov
“Switching to a .gov domain reassures the public that the information on our website is official and trustworthy,” said City Manager Todd Cusimano. “It also helps us work more smoothly with our federal partners and strengthens our efforts to combat disinformation.”
Read MoreA Message From The Fire Chief, Chris Tubbs – LA Fires
Researchers found that by directing evacuees to use a less-frequented on-ramp to Highway 101 off Hamilton Drive, implementing a contraflow strategy on East Blithedale Avenue, and encouraging households to evacuate with only one vehicle significantly reduced overall evacuation times, cutting nearly 2 hours off the process. In response, in 2024, City officials conducted staff drills, revamped evacuation routes, and emphasized to residents the message: “Take one car, save the lives of those behind you.” This strategy ensures a faster, safer evacuation for all residents. Read about the Study.
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