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Hi Mill Valley! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How much more will Mill Valley households pay on MCE power bills?
  • How could this Tam Valley home project change your neighborhood?
  • When can you visit Muir Woods for free this year?

Also on today's calendar: Pretzel Making Class Pond Farm Brewing and 4 more events.

Find out what's happening in Mill Valleyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: After dinner, my parents asked if I could clear the table. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 57 and low of 42 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 56, low: 40.
  • Saturday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 58 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. MCE says it will offset recent PG&E electricity price hikes (marinij.com) — Mill Valley residents could see their MCE electricity bills rise about $20 to $30 a month compared with PG&E, but the agency plans to propose a rate cut in February to ease the hit. MCE leaders, including Mill Valley Mayor Max Perrey, say they remain focused on climate goals while weighing how much to trim generation charges and tap reserves.
   

2. In Your Town for Jan. 8, 2026 (marinij.com) — A proposed home expansion in Mill Valley’s Tamalpais Valley would add new living space, a small deck, and an accessory dwelling unit while replacing a carport with a two-car garage. County planners are still reviewing the 304 Deertrail Lane project and have not yet scheduled a public hearing, but details are already available online for neighbors who want a closer look.
   

3. You can visit 9 national parks in California for free in 2026. Here's when (sacbee.com) — Mill Valley residents can visit nearby Muir Woods National Monument for free on several 2026 fee-free days, along with other national parks across California. While entrance fees are waived for U.S. residents on those dates, visitors may still pay for camping, parking, and transportation, or opt for an America the Beautiful pass for broader year-round access.
   

4. Bay Area theater veteran named Lark Theater's new executive artistic director (marinij.com) — Mill Valley theatergoers may recognize Josh Costello from his recent revival of “Eureka Day” at Marin Theatre, and now he’s taking the reins at Larkspur’s historic Lark Theater. With deep Bay Area directing experience and a commitment to both live performance and eclectic film programming, he plans to build on the venue’s beloved offerings rather than overhaul them.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This is the first time I personally have gotten a Nextdoor chat message from a bot.
    Is this commonplace, or something new? Any way to alert the Nextdoor team to be on the lookout? (Nextdoor Tamalpais Valley)
  • There's a new (old) scam phone call going around.
    An anonymous caller saying he's from the Marin PD. Asking what my name was so I gave him a false name. Then he proceeded to tell me that I've been… (Nextdoor Tamalpais Park)
  • RH posted a job opening for Leader, Architecture & Design in Corte Madera. Apply here.
  • Nothing Bundt Cakes #37 posted a job opening for Cake Decorator in Corte Madera. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Mill Valley here.

Ok Mill Valley! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

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