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Pine Street Burgers

Happy 1st Birthday to Pine Street Burgers.  If you haven't been to the restaurant (owned by South Pine Cafe owners George and Suzie Dyer), stop in and try their burgers, hot dogs, wraps, salads or shakes.  Located at 1249 E. Main Street…
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Nevada City Film Festival

Every summer, the Nevada City Film Festival makes art into a party, bringing award-winning shorts and feature films to the historic venues of Nevada City, CA. A four-day celebration of art, music, and independent filmmaking, this year's…
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Roots Reclaimed Studio Collective

Roots Reclaimed Studio Collective is about to open its unique shared working space in Grass Valley for photographers, wedding and event planners and make up artists.  Nicole Wright's vintage rental business outgrew its Nevada City warehouse…
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Outside Inn Free Veggie Cart

 The Outside Inn's free veggie cart is a great example on why I love Nevada City.  The neighbors vegetable stand has been in front of the Outside Inn's office for the last 7 summers and have as a loyal following, both by people who drop…
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South Yuba River, Washington

School's starting and while it may mean the end of summer vacation for some, many of us think now is really the perfect time to go to the South Yuba River!  Here are a few photos from a trip last month with my friend Moira, she decided…
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Farm to Table Dinner

Nevada City Farm to Table dinner, transforming Commercial Street in downtown into a farm to fork foodie experience. The second annual event was designed to "show people what a town square feeling looks like," says organizer Reinette Senum.…
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Nevada County Fair

The Nevada County Fair runs through Sunday, August 10th at the Nevada County Fairgrounds.  Gates open at 10am with activities and fun for the whole family.  Check out the line up of entertainment or the daily schedule for information on…
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Mermaid spotting

There is something magical about the Outside Inn, but who knew we had a mermaid?!  Many thanks to Anika, the mermaid, for gracing the Outside Inn's pool with a visit.  For photos from her recent trip to the Yuba River click here.  If you…
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Nevada City First Friday Art Walk

Nevada City First Friday Art Walk is just one of the many reasons I love our cute little town.  Any occasion that brings folks together to celebrate the arts is a plus in my books.  I also love that the focus of the event is to get locals…
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Three Forks Bakery and Brewery

Three Forks Bakery and Brewery in downtown Nevada City will be opening their doors in mid-August, mark your calendars for their grand opening on August 15th.  The bakery and brewery, owned and run by Dave Cowie (the Brewer) and Shana Maziarz…
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Nevada County Concert Band

Nevada County Concert Band performed last night at Pioneer Park as part of their annual summer free concert series.  If you've missed the first two concerts mark your calendar for Sunday, August 24th 5-7pm.  What I love about last night's…
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Nevada City Summer Nights

Nevada City Summer Nights was in full force last night, it's always fun to see our little town transformed into a huge block party.  The Nevada City Chamber of Commerce brings together music, vendors, food stalls, entertainment, vintage…
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Brew Bakers Family Cafe

Brew Bakers Family Cafe recently opened their doors in downtown Grass Valley at 154 Mill Street (where Sergio's use to be).  The family run coffee shop offers Temple Coffee and is currently open Tuesday through Saturdays 7am-4pm (and later…
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The Children’s Festival

The Children's Festival returned to Nevada City today, with two sessions (9am-noon and 5pm-8pm) and transformed part of Pioneer Park into a mini Renaissance Faire geared for children.  There were more than 20 interactive sessions were set…
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Edwards Crossing

Summer is in full force in Nevada City.  Between Summer Nights, Farmers Markets, annual events, plays, musical performances, there's barely enough time to squeeze in a trip to the river.  But, for those of you who have spent an afternoon…
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Nevada City Farm to Table dinner and play tickets

Have I mentioned how much I love our little town lately?  The photo above is from last year's Nevada City Farm to Table event-- and if you act really fast, you can grab a seat at this year's event, tickets went on sale this morning, mark…
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Nevada City First Friday Art Walk

First Friday Art Walk returned to downtown Nevada City.  This month the theme of the event was water with exhibits of beautiful artwork that represented water, fun water filled interactive kid friendly art activities and an art installation…
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Sierra Stages Peter Pan

Sierra Stages Community Theatre production of Peter Pan opens at the Nevada Theatre tonight, Thursday, July 10th and runs through Sunday, August 2nd.  The land of Neverland full of pirates, fairies, mermaids and magic, and while we may remember…
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Nevada City 4th of July Parade

Nevada City's 4th of July Parade, with approximately 75 entries, was a festive occasion in red, white and blue.  Small town pride on display with Grand Marshall Evan Strong, the Ophir Prison marching band, the Soapbox Derby cars, Nevada County…
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Happy Birthday America, Music in the Mountains Concert

Happy Birthday America!  Last night's Music in the Mountains SummerFest finale had a little bit of everything, from patriotic tunes to Hollywood and Broadway favorites.  The family friendly concert was a great way to spend a warm summer…
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Summer Activities: Things to do with Kids

Summer vacation is in full swing and Nevada City offers so many great activities for things to do for kids.  So regardless of what your family likes to do, here's a list of all sorts of ideas of things to do.  And scroll down to the…