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LORE: The Art of Story

DANK's new art exhibit "LORE: The Art of Story" in the Miners Foundry Osborn/Woods Gallery opens this weekend.  The collection of pieces opens at noon, Saturday, April 11th.  DANK (which is an acronym for Do Art Now Kids) includes:  Celine…
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Let’s go to the movies

Looking for something to do? Grab your favorite 80's outfit and head to the Del Oro theater in downtown Grass Valley for their Wednesday night movie series this month.  Show starts at 7pm, $7 and includes prizes for best costumes.  Don't…
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Got Beer?

Are you a beer fan?  Nevada City has a lot of great options for local craft beers.  Matteo's Public has 10 draft beers on tap, some "local and not-so local," says owner Matt Marguiles.  "We've got local beers from Three Forks and Ol Republic…
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Points of Historical Interest

Have you ever stopped and looked at all the points of historical interest in downtown Nevada City?  You can check out the map below or print out the Nevada City Chamber Walking Tour Map.   It is a great way to check out mining artifacts…
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Things to Do

What to do in Nevada City?  I get this question every day at the Outside Inn and often I ask folks, tell me a little bit more and I can help send you in the right direction.  What I love is that our guests end up getting out and about…
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Mountain Biking

Nevada City is known as a world-class mountain biking destination and if you haven't been out cruising the trails, now is the season.  If you're looking to connect with others, think about joining BONC (Bicyclists of Nevada County), YBONC (Youth…
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NEO Youth Center

NEO will be celebrating the grand opening on their new Youth Center on Thursday, March 26th from 5:30-8pm with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce.  The event is free and open to the public. It will include…
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Malakoff Diggins

Have you been to Malakoff Diggins State Park?   I often tell people that taking a hike on the loop trail is like visiting the moon as you have the opportunity to see California's largest hydraulic mine and the lasting effects of the…
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Nevada City Running Club

Spring is such a beautiful time of year in Nevada County.  If you're looking to get out and connect with other folks, check out Dr. Goodspeed-Walters running club or yoga for runners.  Her Saturday morning runs cover trails through out…
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Gray Goose

Gray Goose on Broad Street is one of those shops that you go inside looking for something in particular and you find 10 others things you didn't realize you needed.  Stuey stocks the shop full of eclectic and humorous items, ranging from…
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Cherry Tree at Ike’s Quarter Cafe

It's that time of the year when you have to walk up Commercial Street to check out the Cherry Blossom tree blooming on the patio at Ike's Quarter Cafe.  Click here for more spring time ideas of things to do in Nevada City & Grass Valley.…
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One Fine Day, Miners Foundry Wedding Event

One Fine Day at the Miners Foundry gathered wedding vendors together to showcase some to today's unique and modern wedding ideas.  The event included wedding planners, photo booths, photographers, local florists, vintage rentals, fine desserts…
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Sierra Stages: Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike

Sierra Stages opens their new production Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike tonight at the historic Nevada Theatre. The 2013 Tony Award for Best Play is a laugh out loud comedy full of humor and drama.  The family sagas plays out in a Pennsylvania…
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Spring Flowers

I love spring, while I say that about every season (so many things to do in the summer, fall and winter in our community), one of the things I love about this time of year are the flowers everywhere you turn.  So if you're a flower happy person…

Foothills Celebration

The 14th annual Foothills Celebration, a join production between Sierra Vintners & Grass Valley Downtown Association is coming to downtown Grass Valley on Saturday, March 7th from 1-4pm.  The event combines wine tasting and food pairings…
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KVMR

KVMR radio has moved into their new building at 120 Bridge Street in downtown Nevada City.  The Bridge Street Project built a brand new 8000 square foot building, including adding a backstage area to the historic Nevada Theatre.  Check…
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Buttermilk Bend Wildflower Hike

The wildflowers are starting to bloom along the Buttermilk Bend trail by Bridgeport, South Yuba River.  The docent led walks start today, Saturday, March 7th at 11am and continue every Saturday and Sunday through May 10th.  The 2 1/2 mile…
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Music scene

Are you interested in listening to live music?  Nevada City and Grass Valley have a lot of great options.  Just this weekend you've got the option of Achilles Wheel and the Dead Beats at the Miners Foundry and local Grammy nominated Secret…
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Jim Rogers Memorial Ride

The 6th annual Jim Rogers Memorial Ride took place on Sunday afternoon.  The group bicycle ride is to honor Jim Rogers, who was killed in 2010 by a motorist who was texting and driving.  The celebration is also a chance to educate the community…
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Nevada City Mardi Gras Parade

Nevada City Mardi Gras parade is always a colorful event.  Thanks to the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce for organizing the parade.  Great to see Samba Drop, NEO, Nevada City Soapbox Derby, Curious Forge, Claude the fire-breathing dragon,…
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Spring Flowers, Mardi Gras and updates

Spring fever in February in Nevada City.  I'm still hoping that winter returns, but in the mean time I'm pleasantly surprised by these warm temperatures and the beautiful flowers blooming around town.  Before we know it the wildflowers…