Posts Tagged ‘Mill Valley’
Jason and Michelle Nelson, Mill Valley Chamber Ambassadors of the Month for February 2024, Are a Perfect Match – Both In Life and Business – All to the Benefit of Mill Valley
“We are yin and yang, traditionally,” Jason says. “I’m more left brain, linear, logical, analytical, and Michelle is the right brain thinker – multi-tasker, creative. She takes the lead on our home sales business.” The seed was first planted at a Halloween party at Bungalow 44.
Read MoreGet This MV Middle Schooler Over the Finish Line and Off to Mundialito Cup in Spain in March 2024!
Preciado, a 6th grade Mill Valley Middle School student who was selected to play in the Mundialito Cup in Spain in March 2024, the Youth World Cup, is one of a handful of kids in California who were chosen for this opportunity. Unfortunately, there are no scholarships being offered, so Preciado needs some support – and he is almost there.
Read MoreMill Valley Philharmonic Presents ‘A Musical Valentine,’ With Music From the Likes of Tchaikovsky, Dvorak & Much More – Feb. 9-10
Like all live music arts organizations, the nonprofit Mill Valley Philharmonic continues to rebound with creativity, innovation and beautiful performances. The latest of those performances is set for February 9th at 8pm and February 10th at 4pm at the Mt. Tamalpais United Methodist Church at 410 Sycamore Avenue in Mill Valley.
Read MoreBungalow 44 Gets the Green Light From Planning Commission
The existing 2,400 square foot temporary outdoor dining area with 80 seats would be removed, and a new 758-square foot permanent covered outdoor patio with up to 40 seats would be added.
Read MoreThe 2024 Mill Valley Music Fest Turns Three, Unveils a Leveled Up Lineup and Returns to Friends Field For a Two-Day Celebration of Arts, Culture & The Bay – May 11-12
“As we head into year three of what started as a somewhat hair-brained idea to rejuvenate and inspire our community by reveling in the deep, historic roots of live music in our town, we’re grateful on a number of fronts – the amazing support we’ve had so far, the growth we’ve experienced each year, and the patience and support from our neighbors, our partners, and our stakeholders. We’ll continue to raise the profile of this town we’re blessed to call home,” said Jim Welte, Executive Director of the Mill Valley Chamber.
Read MoreZócalo Public Square: With Its Focus on Education, Health Care, and Gun Control, California Creates a Gold Standard for Longevity
The problem is that so few people are moving here. The biggest reason for that is well known: The cost of living in the Golden State is among America’s highest. But less well known is that our high costs buy you more living. Literally. On average, Californians live to 79, which beats the American average by more than two years, along with the average of all but three other states.”
Read MoreChamber Music Marin Continues 2023-24 Concert Series With the Black Oak Ensemble’s ‘Silenced Voices’ Created by Jewish Composers Silenced by the Holocaust – January 28, 5pm
The concert will include selections from their concert and recording project, “Silenced Voices,” string trios created by Jewish composers silenced by the Holocaust. About Silenced Voices: Aurélien’s mother, a history teacher who comes from a Sephardic family, devoted her life to bringing awareness to the Holocaust. One of her proudest endeavors was bringing students every year on a teaching voyage to Prague, Budapest, Krakow, Auschwitz, Treblinka, and Terezin.
Read MoreOutdoor Art Club Doles Out $75,000 Via 14 Grants to Local Organizations Throughout Marin
The projects listed needed to fit with the OAC’s purpose of being “dedicated to the protection and beautification of outdoor spaces, wildlife conservation, and other civic, literary, and charitable work.” They span 14 local organizations garnering $75,000 in grants.
Read MoreMill Valley Music and the Marinfidels Return to the Throckmorton Theatre With the Ultimate Battle of the Bands feat. the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and ‘Awake,’ a “Doors” Experience – Feb. 2
On February 2, celebrate Mill Valley Music’s 16th Anniversary with the ultimate battle of the bands. Join them for “The Beatles vs The Stones” performed by The Marinfidels and Friends! Special guest Awake will present a “Doors” experience opening the show.
Read MoreIn Looking to Sell the Building at 138-144 Throckmorton Avenue, Lucy Mercer Seeks to Lay the Groundwork for the Long-Term Future of the Multi-Faceted Throckmorton Theatre Organization She and Our Community Have Built
Selling the building to an arts-friendly patron, who understands and values what the building and it’s long-term tenant provide to the community, could go a long way towards cementing the future for our children. Mercer, as the organization’s Artistic Director, as well as members of the non-profit board, would look to negotiate a long-term lease with the new owner. “I remain fully dedicated to this business and its service to our community. I believe the next generation will only make it stronger,” says Mercer.
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