ASiF Smallworks
The ASiF, Artists' Studio in the Foothills, Smallworks Art Showcase opens on Friday, November 8th, with a reception from 5-8pm. With over 75 local artists showcasing their paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, mixed-media art, jewelry,…
Nevada County and Yuba Seasons Calendars
David McKay Photography has just released the new 2014 calendars with images from Nevada City and Grass Valley. The Seasons of Nevada County calendar captures the Nevada County Fair, Empire Mine, Malakoff Diggins as well as spring, fall and…
Day of the Dead First Friday Art Walk
Nevada City First Friday Art Walk Dia de los Muertos celebration coordinated by Neva Co Artisan Boutique owner Cynthia Levesque. There was live music in various shops and on the Nevada City Boardwalk, Mowen Solinsky special artist receptions,…
First Friday Art Walk
First Firday Art Walk is a monthly downtown Nevada City event that celebrates the arts and downtown shops. Organized by Cynthia Levesque, owner of Neva Co Artisan Boutique, this month's event was a Circus Theme. So in addition to artist…
October Nevada County Arts
Hello October, fall is one of my favorite months in Nevada City because everywhere you turn there is a visual reminder of the amazing beauty in our community. In addition to great fall colors (click here, here and here for past blog posts…
Dr John Concert
Dr John and the Nite Trippers with special guest Allen Toussaint put on an amazing show at the North Star House. The benefit concert for the Bear Yuba Land Trust was put on with The Center for the Arts and feautred opening acts by the Earles…
Nevada City Friday Night Scene
Vintage Clothing Street Fair, Treats ice cream social and a Community Canvas art class, Nevada City never stops! Great to see Halfpence and Haypenny out playing some music. Kids loved the sidewalk chalk and bubbles in front of Treats. And…
Nevada City Events
Nevada City pulled out all the stops this weekend, and I don't know about you, but I'm tired! How a small town of our size can manage to host the First Friday Art Walk, Nevada City Film Festival, Nevada City Farmers Market, Art OnSite debut,…
First Friday Art Walk
Another amazing First Friday Art Walk in downtown Nevada City (June, July and August were also a lot of fun). Thanks Cynthia, from Neva Co, for organizing a great way to showcase our little town, our shops and our artists. I'll let the photos…
Art OnSite, Deer Creek Tribute Trail
The Art OnSite Deer Creek Tribute Trail art exhibition makes its grand opening this weekend. If you aren't familiar with the downtown Nevada City walk, now is a great time to go explore, with 8 international artists showcased in the natural…
The Artist Workshop
The Artist Workshop has moved into their new space on Mill Street and is ready to inspire artists both young and old. If you're not familiar with the "creative space for all ages" it's time to drop in, whether you're going to paint your own…
Nevada County Images-Josh Miller Photography
The 7 reasons I love living in Nevada County, By Josh Miller
I'd like to welcome a special guests to the Outside Inn's blog, Josh Miller, a local photography whose work I have long admired. After his photo graced the cover of Nevada County…
Community Canvas
Community Canvas is a mobile art classroom, seeking interesting and inspiring locations throughout Nevada County to inspire budding artists. Whether you're in Matteo's painting a Van Gough, learning how to repurpose art at Green Light or…
Tea Light Soup Night
Tea Light Soup Night is the culinary project of Shana Maziarz, every couple of weeks she updates the facebook page and invites folks to stop by for all you can eat soup, homemade bread and "fresh seasonal drinks" on the deck. Tonight's…
August First Friday Art Walk
Did you make it the First Friday Art Walk? Businesses welcomed local artists, musicans performed on the Nevada City Boardwalk, York Street and a varietyand town buzzed with excitement and energy. The event debuted in June, celebrated…
The Children’s Festival
The Children's Festival is returning to Nevada City, head to Pioneer Park on Friday, July 19th for either the morning (9am-noon) or evening (5pm-8pm) for some amazing activities, crafts, entertainment and fun. The lively Renaissance Fair is…
Nevada City Summer Nights
Nevada City Summer Nights are back, tonight was the first of three Wednesday celebrations. The Nevada City Chamber of Commerce organizes an event for the whole family. Wednesday July 17th, 24th and 31st this summer from 6-9:30pm come join…
July’s First Friday Art Walk
Did you make it the First Friday Art Walk last night in downtown Nevada City? Thanks Cynthia, of Neva Co Artisan Boutique, for throwing such a great party for my birthday! Downtown was full of people celebrating the arts, enjoying live…
North Columbia Schoolhouse
The North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center, originally built in 1875, is located out on the San Juan Ridge and provides a venue for the community to gather, learn and celebrate. Last night the Center hosted an artist reception for the…
First Friday Art Walk
Nevada City's First Friday Art Walk kicked off with a bang last night, despite the heat. The event, organized by Cynthia Levesque, of Neva Co Artisan Boutique, involved numerous downtown Nevada City merchants staying open late on Friday…
Sierra Festival of Arts
Did you make it the Sierra Festival of Arts today? Organized by the Grass Valley Downtown Association the all day event included over 40 artists, music and food stalls. Local artist Roseanne Burke commented that there "were lots of great…