Get Ready for a Blockbuster Memorial Day Weekend!!

MV Memorial Day Parade Is Almost Here – And the Chamber's Grateful to Be the Grand Marshall!
As usual, the parade kicks off with the special Veterans Ceremony, which includes the student K-8 essay contest, “What does Memorial Day mean to me?” starting at 9:45 at Lytton Square followed by the parade from Old Mill School at 10:30 before heading down Miller Avenue. Full Story.

MV Volunteer Firefighters’ Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast Returns on May 29, 7-11am! Get In on the Blockbuster Weekend Fun!
For more than a decade, Marina O’Neill has honored the adventurous spirit of her grandmother, Freda Marie Been, naming the flagship boat of her Sausalito-based SF Bay Adventures. Full Story.

MV Historical Society Takes a Trip Through Mill Valley’s Era of Being a Rock ‘n Roll Mecca – May 28
The 44th annual MVHS Walk Into History will be on Sunday, May 28. This year’s event celebrates the “Rock ’n Roll mecca” that was Mill Valley in the 1960s-1980s, with music halls and stores frequented by both homegrown and world-famous musicians and bands. Full Story.

Kiddo! Carnival Returns May 26-29, Caps Weekend With Post-Parade Concert
“Join Kiddo! for a real old fashioned carnival at the Mill Valley Middle School,” says Bill Lampl, Kiddo! executive director. “There will be rides for all ages, plus food and games. Advance discounted ticket vouchers are $30.” Full Story.

More Mill Valley, More Often: A Pair of Illustrious Mill Valley Brands Align, As the Depot Cafe Will Begin Serving Equator Coffees
“What the founders share in common is their love for their Mill Valley neighbors and community,” Russell says. “Both brands are committed to serving the most sustainably sourced products to our community and visitors.” Full Story.

2023 MV Music Fest's In the Books!

The Mill Valley Chamber‘s Mill Valley Music Festival gathered upwards of 10,000 people across two amazing days to ingest arts and culture and community! We did that by bringing world-class music to our little hamlet. But…we welcome your feedback and we know we can do better. We are committed to the cause of making Mill Valley an exciting, engaging and equitable place to live in the coming years. Full Story.

Some of the best coverage we've seen so far. (Amazing photos by Jon Bauer)

Recap: Get a Glimpse of the Sights & Sounds of the 2023 Mill Valley Music Fest!
We've got an incredible video that captures the spirit of the day in all its joy and excitement, as well as dozens of photos from photographer Jon Bauer that encapsulate the breadth, depth and al-around thrills generated by the every element of this event. 
Full Story.

Didn't Get Enough Of That Lineup?
Listen To The 2023 Mvmf Spotify Playlist Here.

Planning Commission Hosts Study Session on 1 Hamilton, City Sends Off Council-Backed Housing Element to State
The housing element also identifies 401 Miller Ave., home to Sol Food and Simple Mills, as well as the large property on East Blithedale Ave. owned by Comcast building. Full Story.

Call It a Comeback: Marin’s Tourism Revenue Exceeds 2019’s $832M, Then a 7-Year High
Turbulence. Disruption. Tragic levels of revenue loss. These were the words used to track the years 2020 and 2021, and quite a bit of 2022. But according to the Marin Economic Forum and specifically the 2022 annual report of the Marin CVB, which promotes tourism in Marin, numbers are looking up, up and away. Full Story.

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