Posts Tagged ‘Volunteerism’
4th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival in Mill Valley! Hosted by Mill Valley Rec & City of Mill Valley, This Vibrant, Inclusive Celebration Honors the Rich History & Legacy of Juneteenth, or African American Independence Day – Sat., June 14th, 2025, 11am-3pm, Depot Plaza
Join us for the 4th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival in beautiful Mill Valley! Hosted by Mill Valley Recreation and the City of Mill Valley, this vibrant and inclusive celebration honors the rich history and enduring legacy of Juneteenth—often referred to as African American Independence Day. Date: Saturday, June 14th, 2025 Time: 11am-3pm. Location: Mill Valley Downtown Plaza. Cost: FREE The Freedom Festival is a family-friendly event designed to celebrate the spirit of Juneteenth with joy, reflection, and community connection.
Read MoreCreekside Fridays Return at the Cabin for Creekside Unplugged! We Will Gather Under the Redwoods to Listen to Acoustic Music – Bring Your Own Picnic Dinner and Enjoy With Friends, Family and neighbors! 5-7:30!
Creekside Fridays Return at the Cabin for Creekside Unplugged! We Will Gather Under the Redwoods to Listen to Acoustic Music – Bring Your Own Picnic Dinner and Enjoy With Friends, Family and neighbors! 5-7:30!
Read MoreKron 4: Petition Started to Keep Support Services for Black Students at Tamalpais High School
KRON4 asked Deberry if she thinks there’s any correlation between the national narrative and her local school board vote. “I hope that isn’t it because what we’re dealing with here is active acts of racism. We aren’t even having a conversation about wanting to increase the population of African American or Jewish students on campus,” Deberry said. “We’re saying that we would like them to feel safe from racist incidents that are happening at the campus.”
Read MoreMarin IJ: Mill Valley Taps $500K for Wildfire Defense Buffer – Home Sellers in Risky Areas Must Give Prospective Buyers Fire Inspection Reports, and Cities Must Update Building Standards to Qualify for for State Fire-Protection Grants
“We have a very robust program with the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority, where we do a lot of projects of fire fuel removal and fire fuel reductions, and public education and inspections,” Hilliard said. “So we need to know where the state says, these are high priority areas that you should also be looking at.” The state continues to impose fire-protection mandates for homeowners and municipalities, Hilliard said. Sellers of homes in risky areas must give prospective buyers fire inspection reports. Cities must update building standards to qualify for state fire-protection grants.
Hilliard said the state’s new fire maps do not influence decisions by insurers on who can obtain coverage. The insurers use other data.
The Mercury News: California’s Insurance Crisis Continues, As State Farm an Insurance Rate Hike of 30%, Soon After the Company Won Emergency Approval for a 17% Rate Increase After the LA fires
While the insurance industry faces headwinds, State Farm, for instance, is now seeking to boost California home insurance rates by 30%. The company last week won emergency approval for a 17% rate increase after the Los Angeles fires. A week after winning emergency approval to raise Californians’ home insurance premiums, State Farm is seeking to boost that rate hike even higher to 30%. On May 13, the state’s largest insurance company got the OK from regulators to increase rates by an average of 17% starting next month. State Farm secured the expedited rate hike after asserting it was in financial distress and expected $7.6 billion in claims arising from the deadly Los Angeles wildfires in January.
Read MoreThe 2025 Mill Valley Music Fest Is a Wrap!! With our 4th Year Behind Us, an Event That Has Consistently Marched Forward, Will ALWAYS Have Mill Valley in Mind!
With our 4th year behind us, an event that has consistently marched forward, will ALWAYS have Mill Valley in mind. We’ve had plenty of ups and downs along the way, but we are as committed to this community as any organization could possibly be. We are forever grateful for your support at so many levels, and we hope to keep putting vibrancy, honesty, care and mindfulness behind everything we do! Want to share your input, good, bad and indifferent? Email us here!
Read MoreWalk for Moms: Bring Awareness to Maternal Mental Health – Sunday, May 18th, 3pm-5pm, Lagoon Park @ Civic Center
The Postpartum Support Center (PPSC) invites the Marin community to the 5th Annual Walk for Moms on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM at Lagoon Park (Civic Center), 160 Armory Dr., San Rafael. Held during Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month, this free, family-friendly event brings together hundreds of families, advocates, and local organizations to raise awareness of perinatal mental health, fund vital support services, and celebrate the strength and resilience of Marin’s mothers and families. Participants will enjoy a festive afternoon walking around the Civic Center lagoon, followed by live music, family activities, raffles, and community resources—all in support of a cause that touches families across the region.
Read MoreMt. Tamalpais United Methodist Church Ramps Up a Series of Events, Including Holy Week, Easter Sunday, Bible School, Palm Sunday Worship, Good Friday and More!
Spring and Summer Calendar for Mt. Tam Church. Holy Week, Easter Sunday, Mayor Meet-and-Greet and Vacation Bible School! Mt. Tam Church is gearing up for our spring and summer activities to which the entire community is invited. The first is Holy Week in April including our Easter worship service and children’s egg hunt: Palm Sunday Worship – Sunday, April 13th, 10:30am. Celebrate Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem with palms, praise, and joyful worship. Maundy Thursday Service – Thursday, April 17th, 6:30pm. A reflective evening of scripture, meditation, and Holy Communion as we remember Jesus’ last supper. Good Friday – Friday, April 18th, 9am-4pm. The sanctuary will be open for self-guided prayer. Come anytime for quiet reflection and spiritual renewal.
Read MoreSF Chronicle: People Say California Has No Seasons – This Bay Area Resident Has Proved Them Wrong
Killion studied history at UC Santa Cruz, but he also studied art and the art of fine books. “I wanted to do my own book,” he said. The result was “28 Views of Mount Tamalpais,” produced at UC Santa Cruz’s Cowell Press. You could see the influence of the Japanese masters in Killion’s work. And you could see the influence of his own world. “It’s in my blood,” he said. “I grew up in the shadow of Mount Tamalpais.’’
Read MoreDick Spotswood Via Marin IJ: Marin Voters Would Make Great Protesters Against Trump
It’s time for regular Marin residents who consider themselves patriots to stand up and determine their own destiny. In much of politically “blue” America, protests have spontaneously erupted. No, they aren’t due to paid organizers. They’re just angry Americans. Other than at Corte Madera’s Tesla showroom, it appears to me that local protests have been scarce. Marin should be a shining example to fellow California patriots on how to address their pent-up emotions and exercise their First Amendment rights.
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