Sierra Snapshots Travel Program
Cheryl Noble's TV program Sierra Snapshots is a travel show that showcases the Northen Sierra Nevada areas. This week's episode is all about dog friendly activities. Click on the video below to see some of the people and places Cheryl and…
Grass Valley South Pine Cafe
There are a number of great choices in Nevada City for breakfast and lunch, but our family decided to go visit the South Pine Cafe in Grass Valley for a change of pace. Both locations offer the same great menu, whether you're in the mood for…
Outdoor Enthusiast Gift Guide
Looking for a gift idea for the outdoor enthusiast on your Christmas list? Join the Plaid Friday movement this week and shop local. (For other great local gift ideas click on my previous gift giving guides, Wine Lovers, Children Gift ideas…
Food Lovers Gift Guide
This week's gift guide guide is for the food lover on your shopping list. Nevada City and Grass Valley have so many great local options for the person who either likes to cook, eat or just enjoys reading cookbooks. Stop by JJ Jackson's for…
The Artist Workshop
The Artist Workshop celebrated their grand opening in downtown Grass Valley today with a welcome party. The family friendly studio designed to provide children of all ages a place to create. In addition to open studio time The Artist Workshop…
Holiday Gift Guide for Children
Looking for some holiday gift ideas for kids, don't drive to Roseville, check out some of these fun ideas from shops in Nevada City and Grass Valley. Start your shopping trip with an entertaining trip to Gray Goose, you'll probably end up…
Wine Lovers Gift Guide
It's not too early to start thinking about the holidays, so I thought it would be fun to do up some buying guides to help get you into the holiday spirit. If you're looking for a gift for the wine lover here are a few fun suggestions that you…
Karma Coffee
Looking for a place to sit and relax and read the Weekend edition of The Union? Check out Karma Coffee on Mill Street in downtown Grass Valley. With both indoor and outdoor seating options, you're bound to find a place to sit and…
Bear River Pasta Company
Bear River Pasta Company in downtown Grass Valley caters to folks who are looking for excellent food, good value and no fuss. Stop by to eat a sandwich, sample some gelato or pick up either fresh pasta or ravioli. I went home with the artichoke,…
Empire Mine Trails
Looking for a nice place to take a walk in Grass Valley, check out Empire Mine. The extensive trail network is open to walkers, runners, mountain bikers, horseback riders and dog walkers. Open sunrise to sunset, you can access the…
I Hate Hamlet
Looking for a fun night out and some serious laughs? Go check out the new play I Hate Hamlet, which opened last night at Off Center Stage. The intimate setting is a great place to see some talented local actors, including Alvis LeGate,…
KVMR Celtic Festival
The 15th annual KVMR Celtic Festival is taking place at the Nevada County Fairgrounds this weekend. Stop by for some fabulous live music, on one of four stages, bands to check out include Molly's Revenge, Emily Smith, Wake the Dead,…
Back Porch Market
Need a picnic for a Nevada City hike or swim at the South Yuba River, then definitely stop by the Back Porch Market in Grass Valley to stock up on a great selection of gourmet foods. The sandwich special of the day, either vegetarian or…
Nevada County Fair
The annual Nevada County Fair is an event for the whole family, livestock, rides, Demolition Derby, Treat Street, live music and much much more. The favorites from our visit included the disgusting cake contents, the ferris wheel and the…
Nevada County Growers Market
The Nevada County Growers Market at the North Star House is held on Saturdays 8am-1pm (April 30th- October 29th). Grab your basket or canvas grocery basket and stock up on fresh fruit, organic veggies or a bottle of Lucchesi or Montoliva…
Sierra Mountain Coffee Roasters and Tomes
Looking for a nice place to read your Sunday paper, drink your coffee and perhaps stock up on some summer reading books? Check out Sierra Mountain Coffee Roasters and Tomes. The two businesses share a space in perfect harmony, used books…
Cycling South County Loop
Inspired by the Amgen Tour of California starting in Nevada City, Wanda Shiotsuka and Evans Phelps set off on one of the local bikers favorite rides commonly known as the South County Loop. Starting at the Outside Inn it is a beautiful 60…
BookTown Books & Tomes
If you're in the Nevada City and Grass Valley area you've got a lot of options for buying books, both new and used. We recently stopped by BookTown Books & Tomes in downtown Grass Valley and we unable to leave empty handed. The large…
Chocolate, ice cream and Easter treats
It’s that time of year when people start thinking of chocolate. If you’re looking for some Easter sweets there are two great places to check out.
Dorado Chocolates in downtown Grass Valley is known for its artisan chocolates. The…
Grass Valley Wine Tasting
Downtown Grass Valley is quickly becoming a wine lover’s hot spot, within a two block distance in historic downtown there are 5 different tasting rooms representing a diverse selection of locally grown wines. Here’s a quick cheat sheet if…
The Grass Valley Wine Company
The Grass Valley Wine Company is a collection of 3 local wineries, Pilot Peak, Bent Metal and Solune Winegrowers. Their brand new tasting room in downtown Grass Valley just opened and it’s worth a visit. The tasting room is open Thursday…