Winterfest Holiday Hunt Returns!
Read The Clues, Stroll the 94941 and Find Stars To Win Chances at Gift Certificates At Your Favorite Shops – Runs Thru Dec. 16!

A spectacular, in-person Winterfest arrives this Sunday, Dec. 4!! 
Read All About It Here!

But while one of the best holiday celebrations in the Bay Area – produced by Steve Bajor’s TeamPro Event – promises yet another fantastic lineup of singers, dancers and musicians to perform throughout the day, great children’s games and activities like the giant rainbow slide, a jumpy house, cornhole, an array of additional activities and the arrival of Santa on the Plaza, meeting children and families and taking photos with them and plenty of carols and a Tree-Lighting ceremony – that’s not all!!

When Winterfest is in the rearview mirror at 5pm on Sunday Dec. 4, the quasi-virtual, hugely popular Winterfest Holiday Hunt, a three-week, scavenger hunt-style contest at dozens of businesses throughout Mill Valley, runs through Dec. 16th. Kids accompanied by a parent can travel around town, preferably by bike or on foot, to take photos of silver stars, as selfies in front of the stars they choose, in at least eight of the 40 participating businesses, including some amazing local restaurants and retail shops. Full Story.

Winterfest Returns Dec. 4 for a Glorious – And Perhaps a Bit Wet – Day of Holiday Fun, 12-5pm!!

Our 28th annual Winterfest, held on Sunday, December 4th in the Depot Plaza. Produced by Steve Bajor's produced by Steve Bajor’s TeamPro Event, it's a day of fun-filled activities and games, a visit from Santa, live music and entertainment, and tree and menorah lighting ceremonies. Winterfest is a homegrown yet sophisticated family-oriented community event, attracting 4,000+ attendees. It's a feel-good, not to be missed way to kick off the holiday season and promote your brand. We're incredibly grateful to our sponsors, including Malugani’s, Redwood Credit Union, Sweetwater Music Hall, City of Mill Valley, Dana Williams, Marin Conservatory of Dance, Mathnasium, RoCo Dance, Good Earth, Piazza D'Angelo, MCE, Gila Dorostkar DDS, Mill Valley Refuse, HighChi Energy Jewelry, Alexander's Artisan Rugs, Masters European and FastSigns in supporting this cherished event!! 
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Businesses: While we certainly hope you continue to direct your customers to use Miller Ave., we've seen some improved conditions on Blithedale over the past week, as the contractor has reduced the number of flaggers and alternating traffic. Per the Chamber's request, DPW is deploying electronic message boards on the eastern side of town, communicating 3 messages “Plan Ahead” “Use Miller” “Shop Local” for the next 2 weeks or so. Reach out with concerns here. More Info.

In Joint Session, Council Backs Latest Design of 1 Hamilton Proposal, Eyes More Housing Creation to Address Lack of Affordability

Vice Mayor Urban Carmel urged attendees to “view this project in the broader context. For a long time, Mill Valley has made absolutely no affordable housing for the past three decades, and just three developments (Shelter Hill, Alto Station and Pickleweed Apartments) over five decades. That’s just not enough.” Full Story.

Holiday Craft Fair Feat. 50+ Artists Returns to Community Center – Dec. 3, 10am-4pm
Don't miss the MVPD’s Holiday Food Drive in partnership the Community Center and the SF-Marin Food Bank, as well as Angel Tree tags via MVPD and The Salvation Army. Full Story.

Dillon Froelich to Showcase His Dazzling Art At MV Chamber In Dec. – Tuesday Artwalk is 12/6
Froelich graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design in 2015 with a BFA in Industrial Design, and his studio specializes in animation, illustration and product design. Select clients include The Simpsons, Vice, Office Hours, Disney, Giphy and Coffee House Press. Full Story.

Moonstruck Fine Jewelry Hosts Holiday Party as Part of Tuesday Artwalk – Dec. 6
Johanna Becker’s Moonstruck Fine Jewelry on Bernard Street in Mill Valley is three years old, and she’s taking a trio of moments – the anniversary, the peak of the holiday shopping season and the Mill Valley Arts Commission’s monthly First Tuesday Artwalk on Dec. 6 – to celebrate. Full Story.

MV Lumber Yard Host Multi-Day Holiday Faire – Dec. 8-11
With the holiday shopping season fully upon us, the folks at the Mill Valley Lumber Yard are launching their first annual Holiday Faire. The event, which will feature live music, warm drinks, an array of holiday shopping opportunities, visits with Santa and his elf, various themed workshops hosted by MVLY retail and food tenants. Full Story.

Save the Date: MV Chamber Holiday Party is Dec. 13 @ OAC
It's almost time for one of the best parties of the year before we dive into 2023! Join us for a festive evening of holiday cheer within the gorgeously decorated and amazing Outdoor Art Club, with delicious food from Piazza D'Angelo! Grilly's and Prabh Indian Kitchen. More Info & After Hours Photos From Gary Ferber.

Erin Morris’ Fideaux Pet Store Serves Up an Instagram- and Holiday Squeaky Toy-Centric Game at MV Lumber Yard 
Pamela Kogen is set to show her work on the walls of the Mill Valley Chamber's space at 85 Throckmorton Ave. Aside from the First Tuesday Artwalk, the Chamber's office is open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 12-4pm. Full Story.

Flour Craft Bakery at MVLY Hosts a Gingerbread Decorating Workshop
Flour Craft Bakery is serving up a Gingerbread Decorating workshop at the Lumber Yard on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2:30-4pm in the flex sheds across from the bakery entrance. Ages 6+. Advance registration is required. Full Story.

SF Chronicle: ‘Two Trains Running’ Is for Fans of Meaty, Chewy American Drama
SF Datebook: “Two Trains” marks a worthy specimen. Its whole universe is richly envisioned: The specter of incarceration is everywhere, as is the intergenerational weight of being disinherited from wealth. Full Story.

Marin Theatre Co. Artistic Director Jasson Minadakis To Depart After 17 Years
The decision marks the end of a lengthy period of artistic continuity for an organization that has drawn plaudits throughout the Bay Area for rivaling in quality much larger production companies in the region. Full Story.

If You're Able, Use Your Dollars to Support The Depot Bookstore, a Literary Treasure!
The Depot Bookstore is the hidden gem, offering up an incredible selection of tomes. It serves as the quintessential example of a business that flourishes when all residents of this incredibly literate town we live in supports having a bookstore within the 94941. Full Story.

Friends of the Library to Host In-Person Book Sale – Dec. 10
The Friends of the Mill Valley Library hosts an in-person book sale Saturday, December 10th from 11am-4:30pm in the SmartGarden just outside the library. With thousands of books to choose from, this is the place to find fabulous deals on an excellent inventory of fiction and non-fiction items including children’s books, cookbooks, CDs, jigsaw puzzles, and more. Full Story.

California Girl Jewelry in Strawberry Village Hosts a Holiday Party – Dec. 10
The boutique, which specializes in rare, colored gemstone fine jewelry and is located within the Strawberry Village shopping center, hosts a holiday party from 12-6pm. The boutique will be serving cocktails and food. Full Story.

Danna Lewis Sits Down With Compass Real Estate Agents Kathleen Clifford and Jan Hiti
On a bright blue late Fall Mill Valley morning, I had the opportunity to sit down with Kathleen Clifford and Jan Hiti at their Compass Real Estate office. Located a few doors down from Le Marais at 250 E Blithedale Avenue, with construction going on in the background, a reminder of the progress and upkeep required to keep a town thriving, we spanned 28 years of life and living in Mill Valley. Full Story.

Panel Eyes Richardson Terrace Determination Jan. 10
“I’ve been working on this project for 18 years,” local developer Phil Richardson said in a brief project introduction. "I'm 87 years old, and I don't want my wife to have to build this thing," Richardson said when asked by councilmembers if he'd be willing to consider alternative versions to the project he was proposing. Full Story.

Singers Marin to Perform ’43° & Overcast, Alleluia: A Celebration of Winter in Marin’ – Dec. 11
On Dec. 11, the organization gets back to one of its longstanding performances, its much-loved winter concert. Entitled ’43° and Overcast, Alleluia: A Celebration of Winter in Marin,’ the performance features medieval chants, Sami folk music, classic holiday favorites and a piece from Disney’s Frozen. Full Story.

Feel the 94941 Love: Marin Mag Shines Its Bright Spotlight on the 2022-23 EMV Guide
Since we published our 2022-23 Enjoy Mill Valley Guide print magazine, which went out to nearly 40,000 homes within the August issue of Marin Magazine, our longtime partners have embedded the 48-page guide on their site here for more than a month. We’re incredibly grateful for that 94941 love! These assets are timed not only to promote the Guide, which includes all Chamber members, but also to encourage holiday shopping in Mill Valley – #ShopMV! Full Story.

Go Here For The Full 2022 EMV Guide.

Long-Neglected Water System in Marin City is One of the Most Vulnerable to Climate-Driven Flooding in the Entire Bay Area
Broken pipes. A backed-up tidal gate. A single road in and out of town that regularly floods. Facing storms super-fueled by climate change, Black residents of Marin City demand officials fix a water system the county's long neglected. Full Story.

Amazing Art Abounds In MV!

Discounts Abound With the Chamber Saver Card for Businesses & Consumers!
Our Chamber Saver Discount program an easy, effective way to encourage our Chamber Members to support other Members, Shop Local and save money while doing so, is now 7 years old! It's this simple: Members offer other members discounts at whatever level they choose. Email us if you want to participate and offer a discount; email us if you have questions; and email us if you need a new card. More Info.

Curated News You Can Use

Curated News From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of Nov. 28
We hope you agree that we’re one of the best sources of news and information in Marin, a communications pipeline that directly connects to the broader 94941 and Bay Area via maps, magazines and the Enjoy Mill Valley Blog.
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EMV Film Series

Our EMV Films series highlights some of the myriad creative businesses, organizations and people in Mill Valley. Thanks to filmmaker Norm Hunter and his team. To date, we've put the spotlight on historic family businesses, inspiring chefs, nightlife, MV Lumber Yard, health & wellness and the family-centric spaces of Miller Ave. – more to come!
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Click Here to view the Mill Valley Chamber Of Commerce Newsletter - December 2, 2022