The Grass Valley Wine Company, a joint tasting room for Pilot Peak Vineyards, Solune Winegrowers and Bent Metal Winery, have launched a new partnership with Artists’ Studio in the Foothills (ASiF) Showcase. Really, who can turn down the opportunity to drink local wine while celebrating local artists? Stop by GV Wine Co and check it […]
Are you getting married this year? NC Weds is organizing “A Wedding Affair for All Seasons” at the Miners Foundry on Sunday, January 27th (11am- 4pm). Nevada City and Grass Valley offer so many amazing places to get married, I asked some local photographers to share some photos from a few of their favorite local weddings. […]
Alicia Funk and Karin Kaufman’s book Living Wild, has recently been released with an expanded selection of native plants. The eco-friendly book showcases gardening, cooking and medicinial uses for native plants throughout the Sierra Nevadas and California. I asked the Nevada City authors for some of their favorite local plants. Alicia wrote that her favorite […]
Happy New Year’s Eve… Before we get to the winner of our Ultimate Nevada City giveaway I thought it would be fun to list my top ten reasons why I love Nevada City. The comments on the giveaway were fabulous. I was in awe of the variety of reasons why people loved Nevada City– […]
So the Sierra Nevadas recently got a lot of snow, so while Nevada City isn’t a ski-in, ski-out destination, there is something to be said for coming to hang out in the snow-free zone and driving up the hill for some amazing skiing. Here are a few photos from the other day, taken at Alpine […]
Are you a last minute shopper? Here are a few suggestions on some gift ideas for someone in Nevada City, or someone who’d like to visit the area. If you can’t make it to the last Victorian Christmas today, here are a few suggestions, or stop by any number of the downtown merchants. First up, […]
Sarah Coleman and Tahiti Pehrson‘s art show “I Heart NC” opens tonight at Kitkitdizzi. The artists are sharing a few additional images from their iconic Nevada City gallery on the Outside Inn’s blog, thanks guys. The Outside Inn hearts NC too, for our “Ultimate Nevada City” giveaway click here. And don’t forget Victorian Christmas, Wednesday […]
Did you make it to the Nevada City Craft Fair at the Miners Foundry? Photos include works from Pioneer Babe, Halfpence Design, Kitkitdizzi, Gather Jewelry, Full Circle Press, Moonboot Printing, Nevada City CSK and Femmes de Famille. Always fun to check out hand crafted items by people who are so passionate about their works. If you missed […]
The ultimate Nevada City giveaway… I’ve decided that I’ve had so much fun on the blog this year, that why not end the year by going big. We live in the an amazing community and I have thoroughly enjoyed sharing a slice of our world, so I wanted to give one big huge thanks to […]
Tahiti Pehrson and Sarah Coleman have teamed up for a “I Heart N.C” show, a “Collaborative Painted illustrations of Nevada County staples and landmarks present and past” says Tahiti on his Facebook page. The show will take place at Kitkitdizzi on Wednesday, December 19th from 7-10pm, stop by during the Victorian Christmas festivities and check out […]
Let’s hear it for the Outside Inn’s canine guests. We allow dogs in 13 of our 16 rooms*, why not plan a weekend getaway around some dog friendly ideas. I asked Carla Bonetti, owner of Nevada County Escapes and The Dog House, for her recommendations and she said, “Nevada City is a pretty dog-gone friendly […]
The holidays are right around the corner, and it’s time to get a few items off your holiday shopping list. This season, think local, try stopping by NEVA Co on Broad Street in downtown Nevada City. The shop represents local artists with items ranging from paintings, ornaments, clothing, gifts, soaps, jewelry, toys, bags and more. […]
Victorian Christmas has begun. If you missed last night’s event, come join us for the next one, either Wednesday (December 12th or 19th) or the Sunday afternoon event (December 16th or 23rd). For additional information on the event visit the Nevada City Chamber’s website, click here for a list of entertainment. I love the community feel […]
Tess’ Kitchen Store in downtown Grass Valley launched their cooking school this evening with “Wow Desserts.” Roberta and crew seamlessly taught the class the start to finish process of Linzer Tart, Mousse Parfait and Pecan Tartlets. The class was a sweet treat for all who participated, with useful information on kitchen basics to more advance techniques […]
The South Yuba River swelled to 17,000 CFS (cubic feet per second) yesterday after the county was hit with a hard winter storm (click here for photos of the excess water at the Outside Inn). Crowds gathered at several of the river crossings to witness Mother Nature’s power. Shana Maziarz, Creative Director of SYRCL’s Wild […]
It was an eventful morning at the Outside Inn as the creek that runs through the property flooded. It got to a point where the water was level with East Broad Street and not far below the back doors of the rooms along side the creek. We were able to get some sand bags from […]
Looking for a fun weekend adventure, drive out to Chicago Park and meet Montoliva Vineyard and Winery’s Mark Henry. The brewmaster turned wine maker will share his love for Italian Varietals, whether its the Sangiovese, Aglianico or Primitivo. The tasting room is open Saturday and Sundays from 12-5, directions can be found here. Mark says […]
Birds of Chicago performed at Haven Underground in Nevada City last night. The intimate show rewarded those who braved the rain. For a list of future shows coming to the Haven Underground click here. Thanks Allison, JT and Jermey for visiting Nevada City, can’t wait to have you back. © 2012 InnSide Nevada City
Looking for a Christmas tree? Check out McBurney’s Christmas Tree Farm off Highway 174 in Cedar Ridge. Walk the farm and choose between Douglas Fir, White Fir and Red Fir and once you’ve selected your perfect tree you can either cut it down yourself, or ask the friendly staff to help you. It’s a great family friendly activity, with free […]
Yuba Blue on Mill Street in downtown Grass Valley is one of those shops where you walk in to have a look and find all sorts of things you never knew you needed. The well stocked shop carries everything from gifts, home decor, clothing, shoes, jewelry and accessories and lots of bath and body goodies. […]
Did you make it the annual Nevada City Artisan Festival at the Miners Foundry? Artist ranged from paintings, photography, textiles, pottery, jewelry, glass works and more. The festival continues Saturday and Sunday from 10am-5pm, admission is $3, children under 16 are free. Photos today capture some of the work by Sweetland Pottery, Zen Vase, Pottery […]