Special Free Performance

Mill Valley Philharmonic presents Music of the Americas

Saturday, June 2
1 p.m.
Discovery Theatre

Please obtain your free ticket from the Front Desk upon your arrival. There are a limited number for the show and only ticket holders can be allowed into the theater.

Music of the Americas is a program of orchestral music featuring the most recognized composers of Central and South America. Mill Valley Philharmonic introduces composer Gabriel Bolanos (of Nicaraguan heritage) and the world premiere of his guitar concerto. Jack Sanders is the guitar soloist. The composer will be present at the concert. Mill Valley Philharmonic is an award-winning community orchestra providing dedicated amateur musicians the opportunity to rehearse and perform orchestral repertoire.

Mill Valley Philharmonic is an award-winning community orchestra providing dedicated amateur musicians the opportunity to rehearse and perform orchestral repertoire. Musicians come from all walks of life – from housekeeper to astrophysicist, from student to senior. MVP is committed to presenting innovative programming, from master-works to world premieres. We are based on a model of community engagement that reflects our belief that experiencing music as a community unites our spirits and our voices. MVP brings free, live orchestral music to people in their own communities throughout Marin and the Bay Area.

Summer Sunsets Concert Series

Back by popular demand! This summer, stop by on select Fridays to enjoy an evening of fun for your whole family by the bay. The Museum will open from 4:30 – 7 p.m. for creative play in all of our exhibitions, including the summer blockbuster Adventures with Clifford The Big Red DogTM! Don't forget your camera – Clifford himself will make an appearance at 5:30 p.m. at every event!

This year San Francisco's All Good Pizza will be stopping by to provide delicious eats for sale. And there will be wine and beer for purchase to help you sit back, relax and enjoy the show!

Buy tickets

Members $5; General $10
Includes Museum admission, performance and Clifford meet-and-greet.
Presented by Wells Fargo

Special Ticketing: Please note: these evening events require a separate admission ticket. Same day admission during the regular 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. hours does not include admission to the evening event.

Enzo Garcia

Friday, June 1, 4:30 – 7 p.m.

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5:30 p.m. Meet Clifford: Don’t forget your camera! Clifford will make a 15-minute appearance in Festival Plaza.
6 p.m. Enzo Garcia: Be part of the fun with Enzo Garcia. He’s a one man band, playing cool instruments like the 5-string banjo, accordion, harmonica, musical saw and the enzotar. It’s a multicultural mix of songs from many cultures and languages. www.enzogarcia.com

Caribbean Steel Drums with Mark Rosenthal

Friday, June 15, 4:30 - 7 p.m.

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5:30 p.m.: Meet Clifford: Don’t forget your camera! Clifford will make a 15-minute appearance in Festival Plaza.

6 p.m.: Carribean Steel Drums with Mark Rosenthal: Bask in the music of the Caribbean island of Trinidad. Steel drums are know for their sweet, melodic sound. Mark Rosenthal will be on hann to play reggae and calypso as well as jazz and pop tunes. Try your hand at playing a pan.www.caribbeansteeldrums.com

The Raytones

Friday, June 29, 4:30 - 7 p.m.

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5:30 p.m.: Meet Clifford: Don’t forget your camera! Clifford will make a 15-minute appearance in Festival Plaza.

6 p.m.: The Raytones: The Raytones combine a mix of pop, funk, and rock & roll with playful lyrics about such things as wearing your favorite pjs and hula hoops. Ray the Rhino will be on hand to show you some cool dance moves. Check them out at www.raytones.com

ClownSnotBombs

Friday, July 6, 4:30 - 7 p.m.

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5:30 p.m.: Meet Clifford: Don’t forget your camera! Clifford will make a 15-minute appearance in Festival Plaza.

6 p.m.: ClownSnotBombs: ClownSnotBombs believes joy and laughter are a fundamental human right. This eight person circus puts on a variety-style show that includes comedy skits, unicycle dancing, acrobatics, juggling, music and much more. www.clownsnotbombs.com

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