GRASS VALLEY, CA, September 23, 2023 – The Center for the Arts is pleased to present Tim Snider & Wolfgang Timber with opener Beau Askew in the Marisa Funk Theater on September 30, 2023. For years Tim Snider has been touring the world non-stop as the renowned violinist for the American band Nahko and Medicine for […]
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Rain and gusty winds expected late Sunday – early next week
Cool and dry weather will continue through much of the weekend. A pattern change will bring increasing rain chances Monday into Tuesday. Gusty southerly winds expected Sunday and Monday. Dry weather returns by Tuesday afternoon, with mild temperatures remaining through the end of next week. Discussion Latest GOES-West Nighttime Microphysics satellite imagery depicts some high […]
Grass Valley Town Hall on Oct. 3
Join City Council in the discussion about the proposed tax for Fire and Vegetation Management. Tuesday October 3rd, 2023, from 6:00PM-8:00PM Sierra College Multipurpose Center 250 Sierra College Dr, Bldg N12 Grass Valley, CA 95945 At our town hall meeting, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss:
Don’t Just Listen To The Music — Sing Along at “The Foundry Sings!” on October 4th
Nevada City, CA September 22, 2023 – The community sing along event, “The Foundry Sings!” returns to Miners Foundry, Wednesday October 4th. During this iteration, attendees will learn and perform “Listen to The Music,” a classic hit by The Doobie Brothers. In 2018, then Miners Foundry Board Member, Pamela Meek, encouraged the organization to pursue […]
A Soulful Evening with MaMuse & Wildchoir on Sept. 29
GRASS VALLEY, CA, September 21, 2023 – The Center for the Arts is pleased to present A Soulful Evening With MaMuse & Wildchoir and The Feelings Parade in the Marisa Funk Theater on September 29, 2023. MaMuse, “Ma” as in Mamma; “Muse” as in the one who inspires, is a harmonic, uplifting, Folk-Soul-Revival, and a musical […]
Critical fire weather conditions today, mainly the northern/central Sacramento Valley
A few showers or thunderstorms will persist over the Sierra today, otherwise cool and dry weather will continue through the weekend. Breezy northerly winds in the Sacramento Valley will decrease by this afternoon. Pattern change will bring increasing rain chances early next week. Red Flag Warning until 5 PM PDT this afternoon for Central Sacramento […]
Invasive New Zealand Mudsnails Discovered in Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV – Divers monitoring Lake Tahoe have discovered invasive New Zealand mudsnails in areas off the South Shore, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and Tahoe Resource Conservation District (Tahoe RCD) announced today. This is the first time the species has been detected in the Tahoe Basin. The Lake Tahoe Aquatic Invasive Species […]
Animal Sanctuary: Class is in Session High Schoolers!
Grass Valley, CA: Animal Place, a farmed animal sanctuary, is offering a one-of-a-kind program designed for students interested in farmed animals and their care, starting in October 2023. Through LEAP (Leaders for Ethics, Animals and the Planet), students work hands-on with the animals and staff to learn about leadership, animal care, and work to provide […]
2023 Annual Farm Day at the Fairgrounds
GRASS VALLEY, Calif. September 20, 2023 – Farm Day provided over 800 local second- and third-grade students, teachers, and parents a close look at agriculture in Nevada County. Organized by the Nevada County Resource Conservation District, in partnership with Nevada County Farm Bureau, Nevada County Cattle Women and Sierra Harvest, Farm Day’s goal is to […]
Unveiling the Van Norden Meadow Restoration Project Following a Record-Breaking Winter
Following a record-breaking winter, South Yuba River Citizen League (SYRCL) scientists were eager to check in on the success of the restoration completed in 2022 during Phase 1 of the Van Norden Meadow Restoration Project! Van Norden meadow (Yayalu Itdeh in Washoe), an important 485-acre meadow at the headwaters of the South Yuba River, is […]
Celebrate Silent Movie Day with the Horror Classic, Nosferatu
On Sunday, September 24, 2023, visit the Onyx Downtown at the Nevada Theatre for a silent movie screening of Nosferatu with a live original musical score performed by The Invincible Czars. This film is presented by the Onyx Downtown in partnership with the Nevada City Film Festival, at the Nevada Theatre at 401 Broad Street […]
Gleaning for Good – Sierra Harvest and the Food Bank of Nevada County
NEVADA COUNTY, Calif. September 19, 2023 – Farmers and gardeners alike are busy harvesting the fruits (and veggies) of their labor. Sierra Harvest and the Food Bank of Nevada County have teamed up to glean excess produce and provide fresh snacks to local schools and non-profit organizations. That bumper crop of fruit or the flood […]
PSPS watch issued for approx. 4,200 customers in 8 counties and 2 tribal communities
OAKLAND, Calif. — Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) meteorologists and operations professionals along with weather agencies are monitoring a potential dry, northerly wind event forecasted to start Wednesday evening and extending into Thursday morning. Given the wind event and current conditions including dry vegetation, PG&E has begun sending advanced notifications to customers—via text, email and […]
Elevated Fire Weather Conditions Wednesday – Thursday in the Valley
Similar temperature trend today with below normal temperatures this week. Chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms over the mountains through Thursday. Periods of gusty winds Wednesday and Thursday. Discussion Lingering showers from last evening have tapered off and conditions have quieted now for this morning. The low off the SoCal has begun to shift eastward […]
“Ronnie Hart: Just a Little Strange Art Show” at Grass Valley Courtyard Suites Supports Interfaith Food Ministry
Grass Valley, CA — Grass Valley Courtyard Suites proudly presents “Ronnie Hart: Just a Little Strange Art Show,” featuring unique artwork by Ronnie Hart. The purchase price from all art sales will benefit Interfaith Food Ministry (IFM), a local nonprofit serving families in Western Nevada County. Interfaith Food Ministry has aided over a million individuals […]
25th Anniversary of Indigenous Peoples Days in Nevada City
The Siakumne Tribe, in partnership with 4 Elements Earth Education, invites the public to gather at the active native village they have built, with traditional bark houses, sweat houses, dance grounds and outdoor kitchen to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Indigenous Peoples Days. IPD is October 4th – 8th at Pata Panaka Village, 16200 Lake […]
Nevada County Connects Offers Free Bus Fares to the Draft Horse Classic
Enjoy the Nevada County Fairgrounds Draft Horse Classic with free bus fares! Hop on any Nevada County Connects bus on Thursday, September 21, through Saturday, September 23. Enjoy a stress-free ride to the Fairgrounds or throughout Western Nevada County and help reduce traffic and carbon emissions. The County of Nevada Transit Services has received a […]
Nevada County’s 1st Annual Health Fair on Oct.4
For older adults and people with disabilities. This FREE event is sponsored by the Elder Care Providers’ Coalition, SNMH Foundation, FREED, Nevada County Health and Human Services, and Resource Connection. Why a Nevada County Health Fair? Remember the old adage: An apple a day keeps the doctor away! So, let’s delve into the […]
The 32nd Annual Gold Country Duck Race winner is Kathryn Boswell
Nevada City, CA: The 32nd Annual Gold Country Duck Race, presented by the 49er Breakfast Rotary Club of Nevada City occurred in conjunction with the Constitution Day festivities in downtown Nevada City. This year’s first place winner of $5,000.00 is Kathryn Boswell, pictured below with Mary Anne Davis, this year’s Ducktator, and Terry Brown, this […]
Isolated Showers and Thunderstorms Mainly Over Mountains Today – Thursday
Cooling trend continues today with below normal high temperatures this week. Chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms over the mountains through Friday. Periods of gusty winds especially in the Delta and over higher terrain. Discussion Morning water vapor imagery shows the low off the coast remains on track and continues its drift southward this morning […]