Friends of Late All Wrapped Up Owner
Lisa Walsmith Are Turning Her Inventory Into a Massive Fundraiser for Trio of
Marin Nonprofits – Sept. 10, 10am-4pm

The sale is set for Saturday, September 10th (10am-4pm) in the former All Wrapped Up space in the Mill Creek Plaza building at 38 Miller, offering deep discounts on gifts items like candles, children’s toys, books, cards and wrapping materials. All items are 50% off or more. FULL STORY.

Council Eyes Outdoor Biz Use Next Steps as Commission Backs, Evaluation of a Permanent Program – Ultimate Decision Goes to Council
“If we took this to a public vote, this would be a landslide.”So said some of the residents who turned out Tuesday evening for the Mill Valley Planning Commission’s hearing on issues related to the City Council’s unanimous decision in April to pare back some of the elements of our community’s incredibly popular use of outdoor space. FULL STORY.

First Responders, MV Library Dial Up 5-Part Preparedness Series – Starts  Sept. 1
As part of National Preparedness Month, a collaboration among a number of organizations and the Mill Valley Public Library are set to launch a five-part Emergency Preparedness Series, starting this Thursday, Sept. 1 with a focus on Fire Readiness and Defensible Space. FULL STORY.

Last Weekend: Curtain Theatre's Run of Shakespeare’s ‘Two Gentlemen of Verona’ in Old Mill Park – 9/3-5
The Two Gentlemen of Verona deals with the themes of friendship and infidelity, the conflict between friendship and love, and the foolish behavior of people in love. FULL STORY.

Seager Gray Gallery Presents Renee Bott’s ‘Inventing Nature’ – Thru Sept. 29
Seager/Gray Gallery is unveiling this week “Renée Bott: Inventing Nature,” a painting exhibition about nature and naturalists. The show runs from August 31 – September 29, with an artist reception Sept. 11. 
FULL STORY. 

Margot Hartford Shows Her Photos of Victorians at MV Chamber Thru Sept. 30 – First Tuesday Artwalk is Sept. 6
Renowned photographer Margot Hartford is bringing her latest project – a focus on beautiful Victorian homes in San Francisco and elsewhere – to the Chamber’s office at 85 Throckmorton throughout September. FULL STORY.

CA State Senate Backs Bill to Set Wages, Conditions for the Fast-Food Industry in Mill Valley– Heads to Newsom
If signed, the bill would set up a 10-member council, including representatives for workers and employers. It could set industrywide minimum wages in California at up to $22 an hour next year, far exceeding the statewide minimum wage of $15.50, the Times reports. FULL STORY.

Mt. Tam Church Heads Into the Fall With Gusto, Unveils a Trio of Events and Programs
The church hosts a Youth Bowling Night for students in 6th to 12th grade on Friday, Sept. 16th, 7-9pm, to celebrate the start of another year at Presidio Bowl. Mt. Tam’s youth program focuses on faith, fun and service. FULL STORY.

Let’s Dance: Arts Commission’s
Free Concerts in the Plaza
Are Almost Here – Sept. 10-11

Come Sept. 10-11 (11am-7pm), the Depot Plaza’s going to be rockin.’ The Mill Valley Arts Commission is bringing back the series with two full days of live music featuring an array of acclaimed local bands, as well as a few exciting special guests. For both events, City officials are closing the block of Miller Ave. between Throckmorton & Sunnyside avenues to allow for outdoor dining and extra space for health and safety. Depot Plaza. Free. FULL STORY.

Can't Wait: EMV After Hours Returns to Mill Valley Lumber Yard! – Sept. 13

We celebrate Mill Valley’s arts & culture every day, but this year we’ve supercharged our focus, particularly with the debut of our Mill Valley Music Fest. We were thrilled to gather in the Kim Eagles-Smith Gallery for EMV After Hours this month.

Photos From The Amazing Gary Ferber.
More Info & Upcoming Events, Including At Mill Valley Lumber Yard Sept. 13

The EMV Guide Arrives in Mailboxes Soon – Here's a Sneak Arts-Centric Peak!!
Over the past many months, we've experienced the thrilling return of our landmark in-person events. The MV Fall Arts Fest and another dazzling Mill Valley Film Fest are around the corner, as is a wonderful Winterfest. There are many more to come, including the return in May of the newest member of the “magnificent Mill Valley events” club: the Mill Valley Music Fest, our event in May featuring a quintet of remarkable bands and a great slate of food, drink & activities – all to the benefit of our town. This issue celebrates ALL of it. As always, stay connected via EnjoyMillValley.com and @EnjoyMillValley on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter. –Jim Welte & Susan Lopes

Go Here For The Full 2022 Emv Guide.

MV Fall Arts Fest – Sept. 17-18

MV Fall Arts Fest Returns to Old Mill Park – Sept. 17-18
More than 130 artists showcased their work at MVFAF in 2021 and turnout was excellent, despite a consistent drizzle, a clear indication that one of Mill Valley’s landmarks remains as popular and well-regarded as ever. Now the MVFAF team looks to build on that success with the 2022 edition, set for September 17-18. FULL STORY. 

MV Fall Arts Fest Serves Up $6 Discounts for Chamber Members & Employees – 9/17-18
Mill Valley Fall Arts Fest, which remains one of the premier art showcases in the Bay Area, returns Sept. 17-18. Organizers are extending $6 discounts to all MV Chamber members and employees.
GO HERE and use pre-sale code: MVCHAMBER. MORE INFO & BUY TIX.

Volunteer at MV Fall Arts Fest in Old Mill Park – Sept. 17-18
With nearly 140 artists scattered and thousands of patrons scattered throughout the massive, gorgeous redwood grove at Old Mill Park, Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival, set for Sept. 17-18, is a massive undertaking. MVFAF Volunteer Coordinator Phil Garratt is lining up volunteers to make it all happen. FULL STORY.

Sound Summit Returns to Benefit Mt. Tam, Nabs ‘The War on Drugs’ – Oct. 22
For the 2022 edition of Sound Summit, Nash & co. have landed one of the best rock bands on the planet in Philadelphia’s The War on Drugs, as well as Faye Webster, folk rockers Fruit Bats and local stalwarts Wreckless Strangers. FULL STORY.

Surfin’ on the Plaza: Mill Valley Public Library Dials Up Free Wi-Fi on the Depot Plaza
The Depot Plaza has long been a gathering space for the community, and that vitality has grown immensely during the pandemic. Don't get us started on the wonders of the Mill Valley Public Library. FULL STORY.

Marin City to Celebrate Its 80th Anniversary With a Series of
Great Events – Thru Nov. 1
Marin City is set to have an extended, much-deserved opportunity to celebrate its rich history and deep cultural impact with a series of events that kick off Aug. 20 and run through early November. The over-arching series – dubbed Marin City 80 – celebrates eight generations of Black people from Marin City. FULL STORY.

Chabad MV, MV Public Library Team Up for ‘Storytelling & Challah!’ Event – Sept. 21
On Sept. 21, Chabad MV, the local chapter of one of the largest Hasidic groups and Jewish religious orgs in the world, teams up with the Public Library to celebrate Rosh Hashanah. FULL STORY.

With Striking Banners Around Town, Let's Galvanize Around Our Local Businesses Amidst the Blithedale Project
Let's face it: the Blithedale Project, a complete makeover of one of Mill Valley's two main arterials, is necessary work. On top of Marin Water's replacement of a 100-year-old pipe with a new pipeline, anyone who's driven the newly paved stretches of Blithedale already know how much of a massive improvement it is, so far.
LET'S SUPPORT OUR PEOPLE!

Support Downtown & Miller Ave.
Businesses Amidst Blithedale Project!

We encourage you to regularly check the City’s timely, informative Blithedale Project page to see when and where work is occurring, and to make plans to support our local businesses and nonprofits. We all need to them to be around long after this project is complete! Look for some fun banners around town soon to remind you! FULL STORY.

Stay Updated On Blithedale Project Progress And Changes. 

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 August 29
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.
FULL LIST OF STORIES.

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!
Go Here To Check Out The Films We've Released To Date.

Wondering What Our Members Think Of Our Work?
Watch This Video.

Monthly Membership Plans!
For your convenience, we offer monthly, subscription-style billing for our Mill Valley Chamber members through Stripe. Email us with questions, and let us know if you'd like to switch over to a monthly plan when you're up for renewal!

Sign Up for City's New MV Connect E-Newsletter
Looking to catch up on what's happening with the City of Mill Valley? The MV Connect e-newsletter has it all. Click here to sign up for it. If that doesn't satiate your thirst for City news, the E-Notification program has dozens of topics about which you can sign up to receive email blasts. Click here to read the latest edition. 

Click Here to view the Mill Valley Chamber Of Commerce Newsletter - September 1, 2022