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"25": 25 quilts by Mary Moore

Arts & Entertainment Call for hours. Event description: This show is a retrospective of 38 years of quilting by Mary Moore. It will include the quilt, "How the West Was Won" which was awarded the viewers choice award at the Nevada County Fair. Contact email: ncscc@nccn.net. Contact phone: (530) 265-2826. Friday, March 12, 2010. North Columbia Schoolhouse on the San Juan Ridge.

LeeAnn Brook: Nature Light at New Moon

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Contemporary landscape and abstract paintings. Contact email: leeann@brookdesign.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-6817. Friday, March 12, 2010. New Moon 203 York St. Nevada City.

The Magic & Mystery of Dragonflies

Arts & Entertainment Free and open to the public. See online gallery: www.Redfern.biz. Event description: Featuring the award-winning "transformative art" of Lisa Redfern, Redfern Photography. Come explore the Magic & Mystery of Dragonflies and other nature-inspired subjects. All artwork is printed on canvas, gallery bound, and available for purchase. Contact email: lisa@redfern.biz. Contact phone: Restaurant: (530) 274-0261, artist: (530) 272-3656. Friday, March 12, 2010. South Pine Café 102 Richardson Street in Grass Valley, open 7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Free Tax Filing Assistance

Community FREE TAX FILING ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE HelpLine Information and Assistance is taking appointments for the AARP Tax-Aide program. This service offers free help with the preparation of 2009 Federal and State income tax returns and is available to people of all ages with middle and low income, with special attention to those 60 and older. The program is staffed by local volunteers who are IRS-trained and certified. Appointments (be prepared to stay two hours) are available on Mondays 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. through April 12. Those interested in free tax filing assistance must call HelpLine at (530) 273-2273 for an appointment, directions and details on what to bring. No walk-ins will be accepted. Friday, March 12, 2010. need to register.

Bikram Yoga Classes

Health/Wellness Event description: Bikram Yoga Class Schedule. All classes are 90 minutes unless noted otherwise. Monday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Tuesday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. noon, 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Thursday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Friday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m. noon (90 minute intro session) Sunday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Mond… Contact email: info@bikramyogagvnc.com. Contact phone: 273-2030. Friday, March 12, 2010. Bikram Yoga Grass Valley/Nevada City, 900 Golden Gate Terrace Suite D, Grass Valley.

NCA - Center for the Arts - Art on Display

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Looking for a way to support your local community and artists? Make your way down to The Center for the Arts in Grass Valley. Art from Neighborhood Center of the Arts will be on display in the center lobby throughout the month of March. The theme of this exhibit is Recycled Art - A New Perspective. Recycled canvas works from an unknown artist have been given new life in a unique way. Repainted in vibrant colors the pieces have been given a different perspective. The art is created by artists with develop… Contact phone: (530) 272-7287. Friday, March 12, 2010, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM. 314 W. Main Street Grass Valley.

Beginning Adult Ballet Exercise Dance Class

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Free intro. Learn fun dance exercise and ballet technique. Stimulate your body and mind. Contact phone: (530) 432-8985. Contact email: loriw@oro.net. Friday, March 12, 2010, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Penn Valley Academy of Dance, 17323 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley, above Caleb's Creamery.

Jazzercise

Health/Wellness Event description: Jazzercise is a 60-minute group fitness class combining cardio, strength, and stretch moves for a total body workout. All ages, levels, and sizes welcome so come join us today! Moves from hip-hop, yoga, Pilates, jazz dance, kickboxing, and resistance training. Contact email: lmaas@att.net. Contact phone: (530) 470-0441. Friday, March 12, 2010, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. 126 South Auburn Street, Fourth Floor Grass Valley (Above Caroline's Coffee).

NCA - "Strut Your Stuff" Art Show

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Neighborhood Center of the Arts is hosting an exhibit in their gallery throughout the months of February and March. "Strut Your Stuff" will feature artwork created by the board members and instructors who work for NCA. Throughout the year their pupils get to show off their skills and what they learned in exhibits all around Nevada County. Now, the teachers get to share with the community their many artistic talents in a rare display of their work. Through the sale of each art piece, NCA will earn a portio… Contact phone: (530) 272-7287. Friday, March 12, 2010, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 200 Litton Drive #212 Grass Valley.

Qigong

Community Event description: Sheng Zhen Wuji Yuan Gong is the QiGong of unconditional love, designed to stimulate the flow of Qi, or life force. As the Qi moves it opens the meridians, cleansing & healing the physical body. It also calms & clarifies the mind. Ultimately it opens the heart and returns one to the natural state of total well being. Contact phone: (530) 264-7166. Friday, March 12, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM. Nevada City Veteran's Building 415 N. Pine St.

US Census Bureau Jobs Testing

Community See www.2010censusjobs.gov for info Census Taker jobs starting at $15 per hour! Contact: Call 1-866-861-2010 for info. Friday, March 12, 2010, 10:00 AM. First Baptist Church 1866 Ridge Road Grass Valley.

Egyptian Elegance Belly Dance Laboratory

Health/Wellness Chai Dance Laboratories Presents: Egyptian Elegance Belly Dance Laboratory Modern Egyptian Cabaret was born in 1926 at the Casino Opera in Cairo. Badia Masabni and her dancers incorporated the graceful arms, pointed toes and other fundaments of ballet into their own folk dances. Creating what we see being performed to day through out the belly dance world. This style is delicate, sharp and refined, and often done in heels! Contact: shekina (530) 388-8556. Friday, March 12, 2010, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM. “the studio” at VELA 763 South Auburn Street Grass Valley.

CSI REMBRANDT. Investigating the 17th Century etchings of Rembrandt.

Arts & Entertainment The Brane-Power Gallery is the home of the Beta Blocker CQR - Crystal Quantum Radio(tm) amulets and meditation equipment, including the Beacon (tm) for parallel worlds exploration and the ZoneBox(tm) for life issues such as Stress Reduction, Harmony, Relaxation, Worry, Self-esteem, Prosperity, True Love, Energizer, Wellness, Lucid Dreaming, Inner Beauty, Psychic Self-Defense, Spirit Guide. Event description: Come in to the Brane-Power Gallery for our free 3 minute stressbuster experience and treat yourself to a viewing of some rare Rembrandt etchings in the same visit. Interesting for the whole family. Opening receptions Friday, Saturday, Sunday March 12, 13 & 14 with free lecture by E.J. Gold at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Contact email: csi.rembrandt@gmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 271-2239. Friday, March 12, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Brane-Power Gallery 127 Neal Street Grass Valley. For more info visit www.brane-power.com.

Just Grow It! exhibit

Community The new APPLE Center exhibit is Just Grow It! presents ideas on starting a vegetable garden at home. Every day gardens for everyday people. Contact: Mali Dyck, Executive Director, (530) 913-7820 or (530) 478-1700 or via email: Info@APPLECenter.org. Friday, March 12, 2010, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The APPLE Center for Sustainability 412 Commercial St. Nevada City.

Hot Tub & Steam Sauna Sessions at Vela!

Health/Wellness Event description: Ease your aches and pains with a soothing hot tub and steam sauna session. $10 hour available Tue.-Sat. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Contact phone: (530) 559-7172. Friday, March 12, 2010, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Vela Massage Retreat 763 B South Auburn St. G.V. Near McKnight Way. Same driveway as A&A Airconditioning. (530) 559-7172.

Art, Food and Wine - Spectacular Photography of Jessica Beilstein Captures the powerful beauty of high Sierra on the Pacific Crest Trail

Arts & Entertainment Great Art, Great Food, Great Times. This old stage coach stop built in 1890 also features authentic art, antiques and memorabilia from the old wild west in The Stage Coach Lounge, the Paris Room and The Alpen Zimmer. Event description: Jessica Bielstein hiked the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. Her moving photos of the striking landscapes she found are displayed on the gallery walls of The Sierra Room at The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant and Bar, featuring Roadhouse Food From Around The World. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner starting at noon to 10 p.m. Contact phone: Reservations and info: (530) 265-5155. Friday, March 12, 2010, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Old 5 Mile House Your 5 Minute Getaway 18851-Hwy. 20 Nevada City.

Empire Toastmasters Weekly Meeting

Community Event description - swift test: Toastmasters provides a fun, supportive environment to overcome your fear of public speaking or to hone your speaking and leadership skills in a positive, helpful atmosphere. We meet every Friday at Trolley Junction Restaurant, 400 Railroad Ave, Nevada City. The meeting begins promptly at 12:15 p.m. and ends by 1:30 p.m. Contact email: judylives@comcast.net. Contact phone: (530) 913-6449. Friday, March 12, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM. Trolley Junction, Nevada City.

Zumba

Community Event description: Zumba is a Latin inspired easy to follow calorie burning class. Different styles of dance such as the cha-cha, salsa, merengue, reggaeton, cumbia, hip hop are incorporated into the dance routine. Contact email: m.merten@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 477-1442. Friday, March 12, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Nevada City Veteran's Building 415 N. Pine St.

Help for your back, neck - Auburn

Health/Wellness This workshop will help you observe and change habits that contract your spine, joints and muscles, causing stiffness and pain. There are no exercises. You incorporate what you learn into your day. Price - Low: 10. Contact: Nora Nausbaum. Friday, March 12, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Healing Arts, 11960 Heritage Oak Place, Auburn. For more info visit www.atsierra.com.

Photography of Jessica Beilstein

Arts & Entertainment Great Art, Great Food, Great Times. This old stage coach stop built in 1890 also features authentic art, antiques and memorabilia from the old wild west in The Stage Coach Lounge, the Paris Room and The Alpen Zimmer. Event description: Jessica Bielstein hiked the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. Her moving photos of the striking landscapes she found are displayed on the gallery walls of The Sierra Room at The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant and Bar, featuring Roadhouse Food From Around The World. Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner starting at noon to 10 p.m. Art, Food and Wine - Spectacular Photography of Jessica Beilstein captures the powerful beauty of the High Sierra on the Pacific Crest Trail. Contact phone: Reservations and info: (530) 265-5155. Friday, March 12, 2010, 12:05 PM – Saturday, March 13, 2010, 12:05 AM. The Old 5 Mile House Your 5 Minute Getaway 18851-Hwy. 20 Nevada City.

Duplicate Bridge

Community Event description: Duplicate Bridge. Contact email: bvlester@att.net. Contact phone: 477-958. Friday, March 12, 2010, 12:30 PM – 3:45 PM. Golden Empire Grange on La Barr Meadows in Grass Valley.

US Census Bureau Jobs Testing

Community See www.2010censusjobs.gov for info Census Taker jobs starting at $15 per hour! Contact: Contact 1-866-861-2010 for info. Friday, March 12, 2010, 1:00 PM. First Baptist Church 1866 Ridge Road Grass Valley.

NCA - Center for the Arts - Art on Display

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Looking for a way to support your local community and artists? Make your way down to The Center for the Arts in Grass Valley. Art from Neighborhood Center of the Arts will be on display in the center lobby throughout the month of March. The theme of this exhibit is Recycled Art - A New Perspective. Recycled canvas works from an unknown artist have been given new life in a unique way. Repainted in vibrant colors the pieces have been given a different perspective. The art is created by artists with develop… Contact phone: (530) 272-7287. Friday, March 12, 2010, 4:00 PM – Saturday, April 10, 2010, 5:00 PM. 314 W. Main Street Grass Valley.

Gold Country Seniors Alive TGIF

Health/Wellness An informal social event to learn about Gold Country Seniors Alive and The Village at the Northern Queen. This is a chance to meet interesting mid-life and older adults and to learn how to plan for healthy, active later life. Wine and snacks will be served. Price - Low: 0. Contact: Jackie 274-8574 or judithpm@theunion.net. Friday, March 12, 2010, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. The Village at the Northern Queen 400 Railroad Avenue Nevada City, CA.

iRest Yoga Nidra Mediation: Downtime; A Basic Human Need

Health/Wellness Event description: $15 or free to veterans It’s not enough to know something is good for you. How do you motivate yourself to do it? Address the resistance that prevents you from taking better care of yourself in a meditative process that allows resistance to dissolve without direct confrontation. Contact email: gabrielle.pullen@gmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 263-3323. Friday, March 12, 2010, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM. Wild Mt. Yoga, 574 Searls Ave. Nevada City. For more info visit www.focusmindandbody.com.

"Spring Fling - Wild Thing"

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Groove to the tunes of Leah Tysse and The Ted Stancliff Ensemble. An evening of elegant hors d'oeuvres, adult beverages, entertainment and laughter. This event will include a Silent and Live Auction. Tickets are just $75 per person and all proceeds will benefit Live Oak Waldorf School and the future of our children. Contact phone: (530) 878-8720. Friday, March 12, 2010, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Flower Farm Inn 4150 Auburn Folsom Road Loomis.

Flamenco Guitar at Ikes

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Gopal Slavonic plays flamenco and classical guitar. Contact email: gslavonic@hotmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-6138. Friday, March 12, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Ikes Quarter Cafe, 401 Commercial Street in Nevada City.

Overeaters Anonymous

Community Event description: 12 step program for individuals struggling with food addiction. This meeting is focused on the Newcomer. Recovery support meeting. No dues, fees, or weigh-ins. Contact phone: (530) 559-8084. Friday, March 12, 2010, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Briarpatch Coop Community Room, 290 Sierra College Drive, Grass Valley, CA 95945. For more info visit www.oa.org.

Carnitas at Maria's Mexican Restaurant

Restaurant Specials Event description: Every Friday night is Carnitas night at Maria's Mexican Restaurant in Grass Valley. We always sell out of Carnitas, so arrive early! Contact phone: (530) 274-2040. Friday, March 12, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 224 E Main St Grass Valley, CA 95945-6508. For more info visit www.theunion.com.

Hoover's at the National Prime Rib

Restaurant Specials Event description: Hoover's at the National Hotel presents their Butcher's Cut Prime Rib special every Friday and Saturday night. Contact phone: (530) 265-4551. Friday, March 12, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 211 Broad St Nevada City, CA 95959. For more info visit www.theunion.com.

San Francisco Ciopino Fridays

Restaurant Specials Event description: Succulent Seafood stew in spicy red sauce - better than San Francisco - a lot closer. Plus our regular menu of "Roadhouse Food From Around The World" steaks, seafood, Stonehearth handthrown pizza, vegetarian fare. Fun, affordable romantic getaway. Old Wild West stagecoach stop built in 1890. Family friendly. Contact phone: Reservations (530) 265-5155. Friday, March 12, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Old 5 Mile House Your 5 Minute Getaway 18851- HWY 20 Nevada City.

FREE Community Meal (The Last Friday Supper)

Community Event description: This meal is FREE for everyone! We offer nutritious meals with salad, entree, desert, milk, coffee. Our environment is kid-friendly, safe, unassuming. The volunteers are joyful and encouraging. Please join us for a relaxing evening and a great meal. Contact email: nb0208@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 432-3071. Friday, March 12, 2010, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Grass Valley Methodist Church 236 Church Street Grass Valley. For more info visit www.lastfridaysupper.com.

Cioppino Fridays - Better than SF and a lot closer. Music of Paul Kamm

Arts & Entertainment Our Menu of Roadhouse Food From Around The World available every night at this elegant, romantic 1890 stagecoach stop. Lunch from 12-4pm, Dinner from 5-9pm, Pizza served all day. Fresh Seafood, Steaks, Pizza, Pasta, Vegetarian & Vegan Fare. Closed Mondays. Fun, Affordable, Family Friendly. The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant & Bar - YOUR 5 MINUTE GETAWAY! Event description: Wonderfully fresh seafood in a spicy, garlicky red sauce. Great Music of Paul Kamm. Contact phone: Reservations (530) 265-5155. Friday, March 12, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. THE OLD 5 MILE HOUSE Restaurant & Bar YOUR 5 MINUTE GETAWAY! 18851-HWY 20 Nevada City.

Classic Cafe, McKaig and Tapas

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Enjoy an evening of music, tapas and wine in a left bank Parisian bistro atmosphere at the Classic with folks with affinity for community, great food and wine. Maggie McKaig and Luke Wilson and friends will wander through the cafe as they play their own unique style of European bistro music. We offer Tapas dishes from some of the best Restaurants in Europe, the US and California along with our house wine all for 9.99 per plate including wine. No cover charge all only at the Classic and only in Nevada City. Contact email: kirkvalentine@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 470-0544. Friday, March 12, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 216 Broad St. Nevada City.

Evening of skincare

Health/Wellness Come enjoy an evening of outer nutrition, (skincare, facials,eyelift ,) beverages, snacks. Pampering & fun!!! Ask for Terrilynn!!! Ticket Phone: 530 274-8978. Contact: Terrilynn Gallagher. Friday, March 12, 2010, 6:20 PM – 7:50 PM. In the Fairway bluiding , 970 East main st ste # 202, Grass valley,Ca 95945.

Film Festival Follow-up

Arts & Entertainment Event description: So many amazing films, so little time – this is usually the main disappointment with festivals. This year, BriarPatch is giving you a second chance to see some of the films focused on food and agriculture. Keep checking back with BriarPatch’s Web site, www.briarpatch.coop, for more films in the upcoming weeks. Contact email: info@briarpatch.coop. Contact phone: (530) 272-5333. Friday, March 12, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. BriarPatch Co-op Community Room 290 Sierra College Drive, Suite A Grass Valley.

"Don't Call Me a Saint!"

Arts & Entertainment Event description: New documentary about the controversial Catholic anarchist Dorothy Day, who during the Depression, began a peace and justice movement that persists to this day in over 180 houses of hospitality & soup kitchens around the world. A dramatic picture of Dorothy's difficult journey to create and live out a vision of a more just and peaceful world.  Sponsored by Pax Christi. Cost: Love offering. Contact email: office@sierracenter.org. Contact phone: (530) 274-1018. Friday, March 12, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Sierra Center for Spiritual Living,119 Florence Ave. Grass Valley. Please park in back of the Veteran's hall at 255 So. Auburn Street. Follow the garden path at the back of the lot to get to the church. For more info visit www.sierracenter.org.

The Mikado

Arts & Entertainment Event description: WHAT: The Mikado WHO: The Nevada County Performing Arts Guild (PAG) P.O. Box 1252 , Penn Valley (530) 277-7100 WHEN: Thursday, March 4 @ 7 p.m. (Special preview performance – All tickets $5.00) Friday, March 5 at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 6 at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 7 at 2 p.m. Friday, March 12 at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 13 at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 14 at 2 p.m. WHERE: The Center for the Arts – 314 W. Main St. , Grass Valley ADMISSION: Adults: $8/Advance, $12/Door – Children: 12 & under: $4/Advanc… Contact email: ptrudolph@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 277-7100. Friday, March 12, 2010, 7:00 PM. The Center for the Arts – 314 W. Main St. , Grass Valley.

Our Ecological Puzzle: Part two in a three part series on putting the pieces together

Education Join the Yuba Watershed Institute for Part 2: Threats to Biodiversity: Conservation in Critical Habitats, where two forest management specialists discuss the critical role of riparian, hardwood and mature forests in maintaining biodiversity while addressing the current threats they face. Price - Low: 7.00. Price - High: 10.00. Friday, March 12, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center.

Hot Tub & Steam Sauna Nights

Health/Wellness Event description: Sit under the stars and amongst the trees with up to 12 of your friends. Private hot tub & steam sauna sessions available everyday. $15 per person ($60 minimum). 12 person maximum. You may bring food and beverages (no glass near hot tub). We ask that you bring a water bottle that you may fill with our filtered water. No essential oils are permitted in the sauna. We provide one towel per person. Robe rental is $1. Clothing is optional. For sanitary reasons we ask that you sit on a towel or sarong in the sa… Contact phone: (530) 559-7172. Friday, March 12, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Vela Massage Retreat, 763 B South Auburn St. G.V. Near McKnight Way, same driveway as A&A Airconditioning www.velamassageretreat.com for map and info.

Grease, Grit and Grime: Dirty Blues

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Grease, Grit and Grime will be returning to the swanky scene down under to unleash some downright Dirty Blues at the Copper Top Lounge in Grass Valley on March 12. Show starts at 8 p.m. $5. Contact email: gggblues@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 798-0058. Friday, March 12, 2010, 8:00 PM – Saturday, March 13, 2010, 12:00 AM. Copper Top Lounge.

Karaoke Singing Contest!

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Karaoke Contest Every Friday Night with Rick Lopez! Prizes Awarded to the best singer! Grand Prize awarded on May 14! Contact phone: (530) 268-4792. Friday, March 12, 2010, 8:00 PM – Saturday, March 13, 2010, 2:00 AM. Stinky Mulligan's Sports Bar 10934 Combie Rd, #118 Just Outside Lake of the Pines.

Waiting For "LOLA"

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Waiting For “LOLA,” a brand new musical comedy by Off Broadstreet owners John Driscoll and Jan Kopp, will debut on Friday, February 26 at the intimate cabaret dessert theater located at 305 Commercial Street in Nevada City. Waiting For “LOLA” will be performed at 8:15 p.m. every Friday and Saturday evening through April 10. There is also one Sunday matinee performance at 2 p.m. on March 14. For reservations or further information, please phone (530) 265-8686 or visit www.offbroadstreet.com. Take the s… Contact email: john@offbroadstreet.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-8686. Friday, March 12, 2010, 8:15 PM – 10:15 PM. Off Broadstreet Theatre 305 Commercial Street Nevada City.

Karaoke at the Holbrooke Underground

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Come sing your favorite songs while enjoying drinks from our bar. Wide selection of music for you to dance and sing along. Contact email: holbrooke@holbrooke.com. Contact phone: (530) 273-1353. Friday, March 12, 2010, 9:00 PM – Saturday, March 13, 2010, 2:00 AM. Holbrooke Hotel The Holbrooke Underground 212 W. Main Street.

Karaoke on Fridays

Arts & Entertainment Contact phone: (530) 346-7400. Friday, March 12, 2010, 9:00 PM – Saturday, March 13, 2010, 1:00 AM. Hwy 174 & Rollins Lake Road Intersection, Colfax.

Karaoke with Babs, Colfax Willy & Julie

Arts & Entertainment Contact phone: N/A. Friday, March 12, 2010, 9:00 PM – Saturday, March 13, 2010, 1:00 AM. Giovanni's at Shady Glen. Hwy 174 & Rollins Lake Intersection, Colfax.

Live Music at the National Hotel

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Live music with the Moore Brothers band in the lounge. No cover charge. Contact phone: (530) 265-4551. Friday, March 12, 2010, 9:00 PM – Saturday, March 13, 2010, 1:00 AM. 211 Broad St. Nevada City.

Live Music with Clod Headgate

Arts & Entertainment Clod will also be performing at NCTV's Library Telethon Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010. Event description: Live dance music with NCTV's own Clod Headgate from the show "Clodhoppers." Come join the fun! Something for everyone, rock, country, 60's, 70's, parodies, originals. Appearing every Friday & Saturday night. Contact email: runamuc@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 273-2646. Friday, March 12, 2010, 9:00 PM. National Hotel Nevada City.

"25": 25 quilts by Mary Moore

Arts & Entertainment Call for hours. Event description: This show is a retrospective of 38 years of quilting by Mary Moore. It will include the quilt, "How the West Was Won" which was awarded the viewers choice award at the Nevada County Fair. Contact email: ncscc@nccn.net. Contact phone: (530) 265-2826. Saturday, March 13, 2010. North Columbia Schoolhouse on the San Juan Ridge.

LeeAnn Brook: Nature Light at New Moon

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Contemporary landscape and abstract paintings. Contact email: leeann@brookdesign.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-6817. Saturday, March 13, 2010. New Moon 203 York St. Nevada City.

The Magic & Mystery of Dragonflies

Arts & Entertainment Free and open to the public. See online gallery: www.Redfern.biz. Event description: Featuring the award-winning "transformative art" of Lisa Redfern, Redfern Photography. Come explore the Magic & Mystery of Dragonflies and other nature-inspired subjects. All artwork is printed on canvas, gallery bound, and available for purchase. Contact email: lisa@redfern.biz. Contact phone: Restaurant: (530) 274-0261, artist: (530) 272-3656. Saturday, March 13, 2010. South Pine Café 102 Richardson Street in Grass Valley, open 7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

"Because He Loves Me" Women's Conference

Community Simply speaking, love changes people. Christians, then, by definition, should exhibit the greatest transformation of all because, rightly understood and cherished, God's love makes them increasingly more like the One who has lavished his love on them. This truth is meant to tell believers who they are, their purpose and destiny, and how to faithfully persevere in their struggles against all opposition. But sometimes people lose sight of this. Because He Loves Me restores that vision, reminding Christians of their true identity as beloved children of God adopted by the Father, espoused to the Son, and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Come and enjoy a day of worship and digging deep into God's Word with as Elyse Fitzpatrick takes us through her book, "Because He Loves Me." Saturday, March 13, 2010. 8 a.m. -5 p.m. The event is $40 before March 1. $45 after March 1. Event fee includes continental breakfast and lunch. Price - Low: $40. Price - High: $45. Ticket Phone: (530) 878-0293. Ticket Web Link: www.fcfmv.org. Contact: Geldie Richardson/Carrie Gibson. Saturday, March 13, 2010. 1150 Sugar Pine Road, Meadow Vista.

Free Tax Filing Assistance

Community FREE TAX FILING ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE HelpLine Information and Assistance is taking appointments for the AARP Tax-Aide program. This service offers free help with the preparation of 2009 Federal and State income tax returns and is available to people of all ages with middle and low income, with special attention to those 60 and older. The program is staffed by local volunteers who are IRS-trained and certified. Appointments (be prepared to stay two hours) are available on Mondays 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. through April 12. Those interested in free tax filing assistance must call HelpLine at (530) 273-2273 for an appointment, directions and details on what to bring. No walk-ins will be accepted. Saturday, March 13, 2010. need to register.

Bikram Yoga Classes

Health/Wellness Event description: Bikram Yoga Class Schedule. All classes are 90 minutes unless noted otherwise. Monday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Tuesday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. noon, 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Thursday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Friday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m. noon (90 minute intro session) Sunday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Mond… Contact email: info@bikramyogagvnc.com. Contact phone: 273-2030. Saturday, March 13, 2010. Bikram Yoga Grass Valley/Nevada City, 900 Golden Gate Terrace Suite D, Grass Valley.

Jazzercise

Health/Wellness Event description: Jazzercise is a 60-minute group fitness class combining cardio, strength, and stretch moves for a total body workout. All ages, levels, and sizes welcome so come join us today! Moves from hip-hop, yoga, Pilates, jazz dance, kickboxing, and resistance training. Contact email: lmaas@att.net. Contact phone: (530) 470-0441. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM. 126 South Auburn Street, Fourth Floor Grass Valley (above Caroline's Coffee).

E-Waste drop off

Community We will take your old electronics, TV's, notebooks, PC's, monitors, digital cameras, VCRs.. for more information contact Denise Johnson. Contact: Denise Johnson. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Union Hill Elementary School 11638 Colfax Hwy. Grass Valley.

Rotaract Bake Sale to Support School Trip to Costa Rica

Education Event description: Please stop by The Ray Morgan Company anytime on Saturday between 9am and 3pm to purchase baked goods baked and donated by The Rotaract Club of Nevada County to raise funds for Forest Charter School's trip to Costa Rica. We are raising funds for students who need support to go learn about natural science, especially turtles! Contact email: mlitton@me.com. Contact phone: 530-263-0186. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. The Ray Morgan Company 538 Searls Avenue Nevada City, CA 95959.

Rhythms Fitness Studio featuring ZUMBA

Health/Wellness Event description: Zumba fuses Latin music and easy to follow moves. Its exercise in disguise. Contact email: jenrua@gmail.com. Contact phone: 273-6844. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. 144 Hughes Rd. ste.C Grass Valley.

Tai Chi and Qi Gong

Health/Wellness Event description: Improve your balance, focus, and health with this lifelong exercise. Body Balance has been used a consultant with NIH and the National Institute on Aging for Tai Chi's longterm health benefits. Learn Qi Gong warmups that are used today in the Shaolin Temple to increase health and well being. Call (530) 477 - 0677 to begin your lifelong journey to health Today! Contact email: bodybalancegv@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 477 - 0677. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Body Balance Tai Chi and Kung Fu School. For more info visit www.bodybalancenc.com.

Run for the Iditarod, California Style

Outdoors/Recreation Event description: Ever seen Alaska’s Iditarod Dog Sled Race on TV? It’s quite amazing. Want to see it live without traveling to Alaska – now you can! The Foresthill Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Sierra Nevada Dog Drivers are sponsoring a qualifying race for the Iditarod, right here in our own ‘back yard.’ Admission is free so you won’t want to miss this amazing race and see the beautiful dogs in their natural working environment. To attend this close-to-home unique event, take the Foresthill Road exit 121 on I… Contact email: foresthillchamber@ftcnet.net. Contact phone: (530) 367-2474. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9:00 AM – Sunday, March 14, 2010, 9:00 AM. China Wall OHV Staging Area, Foresthill. For more info visit foresthillchamber.org.

Time of Contemplation

Education Registration is $15.00. Late Registrations at door, $20.00. Partial or full scholarships are available. Reservation Deadline: Wednesday, March 10, 2010. Bring a box lunch; beverages and dessert will be provided. Event description: Kendra Williams, a local Christian leader, will conduct a program on Spiritual Disciplines. Contact phone: 530-273-7876. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9:15 AM – 3:00 PM. Emmanuel Episcopal Church 235 South Church Street Grass Valley, Ca 95945.

Children's Program-Storytelling

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Storytelling with Karen Olson. Contact email: office@sierracenter.org. Contact phone: (530) 274-1018. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Madelyn Helling Library, Nevada City. For more info visit www.sierracenter.org.

Free Music Class for 3-8 year old Kids and Moms!

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Nothing does more for developing IQ, math and language aptitudes and self-confidence than learning to read music. This innovative new approach allows very young children access to this universal language. Unlike anything else available. Call David at 263-7399 for directions or more information. Contact email: inyaeeya@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 263-7399. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Lower Banner area, Nevada City.

Saturday music at Summer Thyme's Bakery & Deli

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Live music every Saturday morning at Summer Thyme's Bakery & Deli. Contact phone: N/A. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 421 Colfax Avenue Grass Valley.

Overeaters Anonymous

Community Event description: 12 step program for individuals struggling with food addiction. This meeting is focused on Step study. Contact phone: (530) 559-8084. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Trinity Episcopal Church in Nevada City.

Totally Tomatoes, from Seed to Seed

Community Event description: Free public workshop offered by UC Master Gardeners. Totally Tomatoes, from Seed to Seed. Improve your understanding of plant site location and soil preparation, the difference between heirloom & hybrid tomatoes, and how to start, transplant, & harden off seedlings. Master Gardeners will be available to answer your gardening questions. Free University of California publications will also be available. Location is wheelchair accessible. Rain or shine. Please contact our office at (530) 273-4563, 7… Contact phone: (530) 273-4563. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Demonstration Garden, 1036 W. Main St. Grass Valley (on NID Grounds).

Fast and For For Women Featuring Zumba

Health/Wellness One week free for local residents. Call day before to reserve your slot. We open at 6:30 a.m. Event description: Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program. Instructor: Pamela Satrapa. Reservations required. Contact email: judi@fastandfit.net. Contact phone: (530) 273-5862. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Fast and Fit For Women at The Studio at Vela 760/763 S. Auburn St. Grass Valley.

Tai Chi with Tea to the Sounds of Bill Douglas Live Flute

Health/Wellness Event description: Fill yourself up and get your day started off on the right track. Learn techniques to help your balance, focus, and strength. Then, after class sample some high mountain loose teas that will leave your energized and healthy! Call Body Balance to register for this class at (530) 477 - 0677. Contact email: bodybalancegv@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 477 - 0677. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Body Balance Tai Chi and Kung Fu School. For more info visit www.bodybalancenc.com.

CSI REMBRANDT. Investigating the 17th Century etchings of Rembrandt.

Arts & Entertainment The Brane-Power Gallery is the home of the Beta Blocker CQR - Crystal Quantum Radio(tm) amulets and meditation equipment, including the Beacon (tm) for parallel worlds exploration and the ZoneBox(tm) for life issues such as Stress Reduction, Harmony, Relaxation, Worry, Self-esteem, Prosperity, True Love, Energizer, Wellness, Lucid Dreaming, Inner Beauty, Psychic Self-Defense, Spirit Guide. Event description: Come in to the Brane-Power Gallery for our free 3 minute stressbuster experience and treat yourself to a viewing of some rare Rembrandt etchings in the same visit. Interesting for the whole family. Opening receptions Friday, Saturday, Sunday March 12, 13 & 14 with free lecture by E.J. Gold at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Contact email: csi.rembrandt@gmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 271-2239. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Brane-Power Gallery 127 Neal Street Grass Valley. For more info visit www.brane-power.com.

Double Oak Vineyards & Winery

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Enjoy complimentary wine tasting featuring mountain grown fine wine, including pre-release, current release and reserve wines. Visit the winery & vineyards where all the wine is estate grown and produced. Visit with the winemaker, and discover what you've wanted to find out about winemaking and wine growing. Enjoy the beautiful setting of quarter-century old vineyards surrounded by native oak & pine forest. Picnic in a lovely area with a view of the vineyards. Open Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Open other… Contact email: virginia@doubleoakwinery.com. Contact phone: (530) 292-3235. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Located in rural Nevada County 15 miles north of Nevada City on the San Juan Ridge at 14510 Blind Shady Rd. (off Purdon Rd.).

Special Music before the Train Ride to Reno

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sat. 3/13 - Special Music before the Train Ride to Reno @ 11 a.m. Come in for music before the Colfax-Reno Train Trip. Fred Poeiz from Iowa Hill will be playing live Folk Music that will warm your heart and lift your spirit. The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House. 30 N. Main St. (530) 305-4050. Contact email: vitkoff@hotmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 305-4050. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House 30 N. Main St. Colfax.

Wildflower Walk

Arts & Entertainment Wildflower Committee leader is Vicki Macdonald, (530) 272-3903. Event description: Wildflower Walks will be held on Saturdays and Sundays from March 6 through May 16 at the South Yuba River State Park, Bridgeport. Meet at 11 a.m. in the North Parking lot. The guided walks last about 1 ½ hours. A donation of $3 is appreciated. Wear good walking shoes and carry water. Dogs cannot be accommodated on the walks. A profusion of flowers vary throughout the season on this gentle trail. Group tours may be arranged during the week for a small fee. For more information contact the Ranger Station at… Contact email: herb@lindberglce.com. Contact phone: (530) 432-5096. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. South Yuba River State Park 17660 Pleasant Valley Road Penn Valley. For more info visit syrpa.lindberglce.com.

Just Grow It! exhibit

Community The new APPLE Center exhibit is Just Grow It! presents ideas on starting a vegetable garden at home. Every day gardens for everyday people. Contact: Mali Dyck, Executive Director, (530) 913-7820 or (530) 478-1700 or via email: Info@APPLECenter.org. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The APPLE Center for Sustainability 412 Commercial St. Nevada City.

Hot Tub & Steam Sauna Sessions at Vela!

Health/Wellness Event description: Ease your aches and pains with a soothing hot tub and steam sauna session. $10 hour available Tue.-Sat. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Contact phone: (530) 559-7172. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Vela Massage Retreat 763 B South Auburn St. G.V. Near McKnight Way. Same driveway as A&A Airconditioning. (530) 559-7172.

Art, Food and Wine - Spectacular Photography of Jessica Beilstein Captures the powerful beauty of high Sierra on the Pacific Crest Trail

Arts & Entertainment Great Art, Great Food, Great Times. This old stage coach stop built in 1890 also features authentic art, antiques and memorabilia from the old wild west in The Stage Coach Lounge, the Paris Room and The Alpen Zimmer. Event description: Jessica Bielstein hiked the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. Her moving photos of the striking landscapes she found are displayed on the gallery walls of The Sierra Room at The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant and Bar, featuring Roadhouse Food From Around The World. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner starting at noon to 10 p.m. Contact phone: Reservations and info: (530) 265-5155. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Old 5 Mile House Your 5 Minute Getaway 18851-Hwy. 20 Nevada City.

Bit 'o' Blarney Weekend!

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sure ‘n it’ll be a Great Time you’ll be having listening to the Fiddlin’ & Strummin’ of Doug Fulton, Chuck Zacky & Harold Birdsall (Sat. 1-4) and Doug soloing on his Fiddle (Sun. 1-4) while sampling’ Sierra Knolls Fine Wines (complimentary) Special Discounts on wine! Visit our website for details and map. Contact phone: (530) 268-8402. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Sierra Knolls Vineyard & Winery 19635 Kingswood Ct Grass Valley, near LOP and BRHS.

SKW Wine Tasting in our Friendly Tasting Room!

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Open weekends Noon to 5 p.m. for complimentary wine tasting! Chat with the winemaker and owners! A fun and friendly place for novices to connoisseurs! Bring a picnic to enjoy on our beautiful grounds when the weather is amenable! Contact email: sierraknolls@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 268-9225. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 12:00 PM – Sunday, March 14, 2010, 5:00 PM. Sierra Knolls Vineyard & Winery 19635 Kingswood Ct. Grass Valley.

Solune Winery Tasting Every Weekend

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Visit our winery and vineyard amid the oaks and pines. Complimentary wine tasting includes all recent medal winning wines. Visit with the winemaker/owner/international wine judge and learn about all aspects of a small working winery/vineyard. Open every Saturday & Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. or call for appointment. Contact email: taste@solunewinery.com. Contact phone: (530) 271-0990. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 16303 Jewett Lane (off of Hwy. 174 between Grass Valley & Colfax).

Wine Tasting

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Visit our cozy tasting room and beautiful grounds. Sample our small lot award winning wines! Bring a picnic & friends for fun afternoon "Where It's All About Wine, Friends & Fun!" www.SierraKnollsWinery.com. Contact email: sierraknolls@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 530 268-9225. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Sierra KnollsVineyard &Winery, 19635 Kingswood Ct. GrassValley, near LOP.

Wine Tasting

Tourism Type of Event: Wine & Food. Event Location: Center for the Arts. City/Area: Grass Valley. Event description: Visit our cozy tasting room and beautiful grounds. Sample our small lot award winning wines! Bring a picnic & friends for fun afternoon "Where It's All About Wine, Friends & Fun!" www.SierraKnollsWinery.com. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Sierra KnollsVineyard &Winery, 19635 Kingswood Ct. GrassValley, near LOP.

Photography of Jessica Beilstein

Arts & Entertainment Great Art, Great Food, Great Times. This old stage coach stop built in 1890 also features authentic art, antiques and memorabilia from the old wild west in The Stage Coach Lounge, the Paris Room and The Alpen Zimmer. Event description: Jessica Bielstein hiked the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. Her moving photos of the striking landscapes she found are displayed on the gallery walls of The Sierra Room at The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant and Bar, featuring Roadhouse Food From Around The World. Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner starting at noon to 10 p.m. Art, Food and Wine - Spectacular Photography of Jessica Beilstein captures the powerful beauty of the High Sierra on the Pacific Crest Trail. Contact phone: Reservations and info: (530) 265-5155. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 12:05 PM – Sunday, March 14, 2010, 12:05 AM. The Old 5 Mile House Your 5 Minute Getaway 18851-Hwy. 20 Nevada City.

Book-signing by local author

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Durinda Kelley, Author/Publisher to hold Book-Signing for newly released "Are You Talking About an Animal or a Plant?". Contact email: durkel@softcom.net. Contact phone: (530) 272-2131. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. The Book Seller, 107 Mill St. Grass Valley.

Colfax Got Talent/Open Mic

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sat. 13- Colfax Got Talent/Open Mic @ 1 p.m. Come and show your talent and bring the kids if they have dreams to play their clarinet, tap dance or play the piano. Talents Wanted and this can be you and not only your kids. Music, poetry, comedy and storytelling are all welcomed. The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House in Colfax. 30 N. Main St. (530) 305-4050. Contact email: vitkoff@hotmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 305-4050. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House 30 N Main St. Colfax.

The Mikado

Arts & Entertainment Event description: WHAT: The Mikado WHO: The Nevada County Performing Arts Guild (PAG) P.O. Box 1252 , Penn Valley (530) 277-7100 WHEN: Thursday, March 4 at 7 p.m. (Special preview performance – All tickets $5) Friday, March 5 at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 6 at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 7 at 2 p.m. Friday, March 12 at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 13 at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 14 at 2 p.m. WHERE: The Center for the Arts – 314 W. Main St. , Grass Valley ADMISSION: Adults: $8/Advance, $12/Door – Children: 12 & under: $4/Advance,… Contact email: ptrudolph@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 277-7100. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 2:00 PM. The Center for the Arts – 314 W. Main St. , Grass Valley.

Sierra Permaculture Guild - Spring Garden Planning

Community FREE. Event description: Join the Sierra Permaculture Guild as we kick off the 2010 planting season with a special talk on spring garden planning by Seth Rosmarin. Seth will cover: - what to initially get into the ground - succession planting over the following weeks - companion plantings - flower habitat - how to have extended harvests - soil amendments and biology - till vs. no till considerations - mulching - compost and vermiculture - pruning - gopher elimination - seed saving - old fruit tree varieties - perenni… Contact email: paul@sierrapermaculture.org. Contact phone: (530) 292-3031. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Willow Springs 29085 State Highway 49 North San Juan. For more info visit sierrapermaculture.org.

NCA - Center for the Arts - Art on Display

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Looking for a way to support your local community and artists? Make your way down to The Center for the Arts in Grass Valley. Art from Neighborhood Center of the Arts will be on display in the center lobby throughout the month of March. The theme of this exhibit is Recycled Art - A New Perspective. Recycled canvas works from an unknown artist have been given new life in a unique way. Repainted in vibrant colors the pieces have been given a different perspective. The art is created by artists with develop… Contact phone: (530) 272-7287. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 4:00 PM – Sunday, April 11, 2010, 5:00 PM. 314 W. Main Street Grass Valley.

Weekend Music @ 4 p.m. "Playing for the Basket"/Live Folk Music

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sat. 3/13 - Weekend Music @ 4 p.m. "Playing for the Basket"/Live Folk Music. Fred Poeiz will play tunes that will make you clap your hands and stomp your feet. Acoustic guitar, vocals and harmonica. The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House. (530) 305-4050. Contact email: vitkoff@hotmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 305-4050. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House 30 N Main St. Colfax.

Hoover's at the National Prime Rib

Restaurant Specials Event description: Hoover's at the National Hotel presents their Butcher's Cut Prime Rib special every Friday and Saturday night. Contact phone: (530) 265-4551. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 211 Broad St Nevada City, CA 95959. For more info visit www.theunion.com.

St. Paddy's Ceili

Arts & Entertainment Event description: The second annual St. Paddy's Day Ceili [kay-lee] featuring a traditional Irish dinner followed by music featuring Storm Session, Silver Wings, Purdon's Crossing Sanctuary, Rossignol, members of Buffalo Gals, along with spoken word and dancing. Tickets on sale at BriarPatch and Book Seller in Grass Valley and Harmony Books in Nevada City. Contact phone: (530) 346-6995. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains, 246 S. Church St. Grass Valley.

Spaghetti Feed and Cake Auction Fund Raiser

Community Event description: Proceds to help the 4-H delegates, trip to Washington DC and California Government programs. Contact email: sandybear74@hotmail.com. Contact phone: (530)210-6993. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Sr. Center, Nevada County Fairgrounds.

A Matter of Taste, Food & Wine Tasting and Auction

Arts & Entertainment Event description: A Matter of Taste is a delightful evening of food, wine, silent and live auction treasures, dancing and generosity, all to the benefit of Nevada City School of the Arts in Nevada City. Hosted by the School of the Arts Educational Foundation, this annual fundraiser provides much needed funds for field studies scholarships, visual and performing arts programs, and teacher needs that fall outside of the schools budget. Take pleasure in tasting the wines of several local and regional wineries, the food of profe… Contact phone: (530) 273-7736. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Historic Miner's Foundry, Nevada City.

St. Patrick's Dinner Dance

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Presented by Knights of Columbus. Contact phone: N/A. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. St. Patrick's Hall.

Super Saturdays - Chef's Exquisite Specials with great live music

Restaurant Specials Our Menu of Roadhouse Food From Around The World available every night at this elegant, romantic 1890 stagecoach stop. Lunch from 12-4 p.m. Dinner from 5-9 p.m. Pizza served all day. Fresh Seafood, Steaks, Pizza, Pasta, Vegetarian & Vegan Fare. Closed Mondays. Fun, Affordable, Family Friendly. The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant & Bar - Your 5 Minute Getaway! Event description: Great Music - Great Food @ The 5. Our Talented Chefs turn out World Class Entrees with Fresh, Top Notch ingredients. Plus live music every Saturday Night. No cover. Contact phone: Reservations (530) 265-5155. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM. The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant & Bar 18851-HWY 20 Nevada City.

First People's World Conference on Climate Change and Rights of Mother Earth Benefit Event

Arts & Entertainment Event description: The evening will feature international singer-song writer Maniko, local singer Gracie MacKenzie, world music by dj Divine aka Michael Stone, a bounty of silent auction items featuring Bolivian rainforest photos by renowned photographer Eli Rush, and much more. Please arrive on time as Global singer-songwriter Maniko will open our celebration with a Community Meditation of Song and Silence: A prayer for our beloved planet and the common heart space we share. President Evo Morales of Bolivia has called f… Contact email: RMilam@WSIMarketing.com. Contact phone: Robin Milam, (530) 272-4322 H or (530) 263-1483 M. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. St. Joseph's Cultural Center 410 S. Church St. Grass Valley. For more info visit www.arewelistening.net.

Hot Tub & Steam Sauna Nights

Health/Wellness Event description: Sit under the stars and amongst the trees with up to 12 of your friends. Private hot tub & steam sauna sessions available everyday. $15 per person ($60 minimum). 12 person maximum. You may bring food and beverages (no glass near hot tub). We ask that you bring a water bottle that you may fill with our filtered water. No essential oils are permitted in the sauna. We provide one towel per person. Robe rental is $1. Clothing is optional. For sanitary reasons we ask that you sit on a towel or sarong in the sa… Contact phone: (530) 559-7172. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Vela Massage Retreat, 763 B South Auburn St. G.V. Near McKnight Way, same driveway as A&A Airconditioning www.velamassageretreat.com for map and info.

Sky Watch

Outdoors/Recreation SFC is 3/4 mi down Jones Bar Rd, off Newtown Rd. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 7:00 PM. Sierra Friends Center.

Flamenco del Oro at Amigos & Co

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Flamenco del Oro with dancers Drea Pacot, Anja Devi and Kelly Rivera accompanied by guitarist Gopal Slavonic, percussionist Roger Aiton, and vocalist "La Leta.". Contact email: gslavonic@hotmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-6446. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Amigos & Co. 101 Broad Street, Nevada City.

Flamenco del Oro at Amigos & CO

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Flamenco del Oro with dancers Drea Pacot, Anja Devi and Kelly Rivera and special guests Hilit Maniv and Masako Numasaki accompanied by guitarist Gopal Slavonic, percussionist Roger Aiton, and vocalist "La Leta". Contact email: gslavonic@hotmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-6446. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Amigos & Co. 101 Broad Street, Nevada City.

David Wilcock

Arts & Entertainment Event description: The Center For The Arts presents singer/song writer, David Wilcox. People who discover David's music immediately know that there's this "other" dimension to what he's about, they know it's not just good, it's *good*. David Wilcox's 'Open Hand' was recorded in seven days from start to finish in December 2008 on 2 inch 16 track analog tape. No computer tricks were used, all of the songs on this release were recorded live, just four human beings playing music together. David loves music for how it has tuned u… Contact email: info@thecenterforthearts.org. Contact phone: (530) 274-8384. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Center For The Arts 314 West Main St. Grass Valley.

David Wilcox

Arts & Entertainment Event description: On stage alone, armed with a single guitar, David weaves a rich tapestry in every concert. He's a tremendously talented singer and inventive guitarist, utilizing numerous alternative tunings and cut capos. In addition to his musical skills, he's an expert storyteller. Performances feature his beautifully crafted songs offset by wonderful stories and wry observations on the world. His shows are a journey through the full range and richness of life. Contact phone: (530) 274-8384. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Center for the Arts 314 West Main Grass Valley.

Waiting For "LOLA"

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Waiting For “LOLA,” a brand new musical comedy by Off Broadstreet owners John Driscoll and Jan Kopp, will debut on Friday, February 26 at the intimate cabaret dessert theater located at 305 Commercial Street in Nevada City. Waiting For “LOLA” will be performed at 8:15 p.m. every Friday and Saturday evening through April 10. There is also one Sunday matinee performance at 2 p.m. on March 14. For reservations or further information, please phone (530) 265-8686 or visit www.offbroadstreet.com. Take the s… Contact email: john@offbroadstreet.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-8686. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 8:15 PM – 10:15 PM. Off Broadstreet Theatre 305 Commercial Street Nevada City.

Brazen Hussies and the Bad Boyz

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Back by popular demand, Giovanni's presents Brazen Hussies and the Bad Boyz. Bring your dancin' shoes. Contact email: shadygleninn@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 346-2506. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9:00 PM – Sunday, March 14, 2010, 1:00 AM. Giovanni's, Hwy. 174 & Rollins Lake Road Intersection, Colfax.

Grease, Grit and Grime: Dirty Blues

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Grease, Grit and Grime will be performing their specially seasoned brand of Dirty Blues at the Crazy Horse Saloon in Nevada City on Saturday, March 13. Show starts at 9 p.m. $5. Contact email: gggblues@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 798-0058. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9:00 PM – Sunday, March 14, 2010, 1:00 AM. Crazy Horse Saloon.

Karaoke at Gary's Place!

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Karaoke with Alicia Newman and great cocktails accompanied by excellent customer service from the staff at Gary's Place! Ages 21 and over, please. Mondays and Saturdays. Contact email: dschmidl@hotmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 272-5509. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9:00 PM – Sunday, March 14, 2010, 1:00 AM. 158 Mill St. Downtown Grass Valley; right across from Del Oro Theater.

Karoake at the National Hotel

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Karaoke with Larry Nicholl as your host in the longe. No cover. Contact phone: (530) 265-4551. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9:00 PM – Sunday, March 14, 2010, 1:00 AM. 211 Broad St. Nevada City.

LIve Music by "The Dyin Breed"

Arts & Entertainment Event description: The Gray Goose in Alta Sierra has expanded their bar & added a new big dance floor. Come join the party & dance to outlaw country w/ "Dyin' Breed". $5 cover. Contact email: thedyinbreed@gmail. Contact phone: (530) 274-9120. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9:00 PM – Sunday, March 14, 2010, 1:00 AM. Gray Goose Bar & Bistro.

Live Music with Clod Headgate

Arts & Entertainment Clod will also be performing at NCTV's Library Telethon Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010. Event description: Live dance music with NCTV's own Clod Headgate from the show "Clodhoppers." Come join the fun! Something for everyone, rock, country, 60's, 70's, parodies, originals. Appearing every Friday & Saturday night. Contact email: runamuc@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 273-2646. Saturday, March 13, 2010, 9:00 PM. National Hotel Nevada City.

"25": 25 quilts by Mary Moore

Arts & Entertainment Call for hours. Event description: This show is a retrospective of 38 years of quilting by Mary Moore. It will include the quilt, "How the West Was Won" which was awarded the viewers choice award at the Nevada County Fair. Contact email: ncscc@nccn.net. Contact phone: (530) 265-2826. Sunday, March 14, 2010. North Columbia Schoolhouse on the San Juan Ridge.

Discover the Art of Mosaics

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Wall art, mirrors, frames, vases, birdbaths, stepping stones, tables, garden art…. Architectural mosaics on floors, walls, showers, kitchen backsplash, and anything else you can imagine! Affordable prices, cost depends on your project. Classes by appointment in your home or at Asif! Contact email: lilyrusso@gmail.com. Contact phone: 847-819-2039. Sunday, March 14, 2010. Artist Studio in the Foothills (ASIF) 940 Idaho Maryland Rd. Grass Valley or in your home!

LeeAnn Brook: Nature Light at New Moon

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Contemporary landscape and abstract paintings. Contact email: leeann@brookdesign.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-6817. Sunday, March 14, 2010. New Moon 203 York St. Nevada City.

The Magic & Mystery of Dragonflies

Arts & Entertainment Free and open to the public. See online gallery: www.Redfern.biz. Event description: Featuring the award-winning "transformative art" of Lisa Redfern, Redfern Photography. Come explore the Magic & Mystery of Dragonflies and other nature-inspired subjects. All artwork is printed on canvas, gallery bound, and available for purchase. Contact email: lisa@redfern.biz. Contact phone: Restaurant: (530) 274-0261, artist: (530) 272-3656. Sunday, March 14, 2010. South Pine Café 102 Richardson Street in Grass Valley, open 7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Free Tax Filing Assistance

Community FREE TAX FILING ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE HelpLine Information and Assistance is taking appointments for the AARP Tax-Aide program. This service offers free help with the preparation of 2009 Federal and State income tax returns and is available to people of all ages with middle and low income, with special attention to those 60 and older. The program is staffed by local volunteers who are IRS-trained and certified. Appointments (be prepared to stay two hours) are available on Mondays 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. through April 12. Those interested in free tax filing assistance must call HelpLine at (530) 273-2273 for an appointment, directions and details on what to bring. No walk-ins will be accepted. Sunday, March 14, 2010. need to register.

Bikram Yoga Classes

Health/Wellness Event description: Bikram Yoga Class Schedule. All classes are 90 minutes unless noted otherwise. Monday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Tuesday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. noon, 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Thursday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Friday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m. noon (90 minute intro session) Sunday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Mond… Contact email: info@bikramyogagvnc.com. Contact phone: 273-2030. Sunday, March 14, 2010. Bikram Yoga Grass Valley/Nevada City, 900 Golden Gate Terrace Suite D, Grass Valley.

Rotaract Yard Sale

Education Event description: The Rotaract Club of Nevada County's members have searched far and wide for treasures for our yard sale to support Forest Charter School's trip to Costa Rica. Our funds will support students who need help fundraising for their journey. Please come take a look! Contact email: mlitton@forestcharter.com. Contact phone: 530-263-0186. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Forest Charter School 224 Church Street Nevada City, CA 95959 Right downtown, so come on and shop!

Jazzercise

Health/Wellness Event description: Jazzercise is a 60-minute group fitness class combining cardio, strength, and stretch moves for a total body workout. All ages, levels, and sizes welcome so come join us today! Moves from hip-hop, yoga, Pilates, jazz dance, kickboxing, and resistance training. Contact email: lmaas@att.net. Contact phone: (530) 470-0441. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM. 126 South Auburn, Fourth Floor Grass Valley (above Caroline's Coffee).

CANCELED - Grey Water hands on workshop

Community Event description: Permaculturist, Matt Berry will lead this hands on workshop on installing a grey water system at home. Space is limited to 15 students. To reserve your spot, email info@applecenter.org. $40 to $75 sliding scale. Bring a brown bag lunch. Contact email: info@applecenter.org. Contact phone: (530) 478-1700. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Grey Water Hands-On Workshop

Community Event description: Permaculturist, Matt Berry will lead this hands on workshop on installing a grey water system at home. Space is limited to 15 students. To reserve your spot, email info@applecenter.org.  $40 - $75 sliding scale. Bring a brown bag lunch. Contact email: info@applecenter.org. Contact phone: (530) 478-1700. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The APPLE Center for Sustainable Living 412 Commercial St, Nevada City. For more info visit www.applecenter.org.

Inspirational Talks

Community Event description: Spiritual community, lovely music and inspirational talk every Sunday. Meditation begins at 10 a.m. - Service 10:30 a.m. Contact email: info@FCSLiving.org. Contact phone: (530) 823-6986. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Foothill Center for Spiritual Living 2945 First Street Auburn.

Community Yoga Class

Health/Wellness Event description: Weekly community yoga class at Willow Springs in North San Juan. By donation. Contact email: willowspringsnsj@gmail.com. Contact phone: 530-292-3463. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Willow Springs - North San Juan.

FruitJar Pickers Performances

Tourism Every Sunday, All Year. Type of Event: Music / Concert. City/Area: Rough & Ready. Age Range: All Ages. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 10:00 AM – Sunday, March 6, 2011, 12:00 PM. Rough & Ready, CA.

Moon Rising Blissful Yoga

Health/Wellness Event description: Join Lotus in the perfect hatha yoga class if you are feeling stiff, like a beginner, or if you simply desire a delicious stress-unwind. Gentle classical asanas (postures) and pranayamas (breathing) are clearly explained and demonstrated. Lotus has over 27 years teaching experience and specializes in helping those with back & hip injuries. Classes are nurturing and enlivening. Sunday mornings are a great time to luxuriate in blissful stretching followed by a deeply relaxing guided visualization that will cl… Contact email: lotuslevin@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-8811. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Shuniaa 212 Church Street (Across for the Courthouse) Nevada City. For more info visit www.shuniaa.com.

CSI REMBRANDT. Investigating the 17th Century etchings of Rembrandt.

Arts & Entertainment The Brane-Power Gallery is the home of the Beta Blocker CQR - Crystal Quantum Radio(tm) amulets and meditation equipment, including the Beacon (tm) for parallel worlds exploration and the ZoneBox(tm) for life issues such as Stress Reduction, Harmony, Relaxation, Worry, Self-esteem, Prosperity, True Love, Energizer, Wellness, Lucid Dreaming, Inner Beauty, Psychic Self-Defense, Spirit Guide. Event description: Come in to the Brane-Power Gallery for our free 3 minute stressbuster experience and treat yourself to a viewing of some rare Rembrandt etchings in the same visit. Interesting for the whole family. Opening receptions Friday, Saturday, Sunday March 12, 13 & 14 with free lecture by E.J. Gold at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Contact email: csi.rembrandt@gmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 271-2239. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Brane-Power Gallery 127 Neal Street Grass Valley. For more info visit www.brane-power.com.

Wildflower Walk

Arts & Entertainment Wildflower Committee leader is Vicki Macdonald, (530) 272-3903. Event description: Wildflower Walks will be held on Saturdays and Sundays from March 6 through May 16 at the South Yuba River State Park, Bridgeport. Meet at 11 a.m. in the North Parking lot. The guided walks last about 1 ½ hours. A donation of $3 is appreciated. Wear good walking shoes and carry water. Dogs cannot be accommodated on the walks. A profusion of flowers vary throughout the season on this gentle trail. Group tours may be arranged during the week for a small fee. For more information contact the Ranger Station at… Contact email: herb@lindberglce.com. Contact phone: (530) 432-5096. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. South Yuba River State Park 17660 Pleasant Valley Road Penn Valley. For more info visit syrpa.lindberglce.com.

Just Grow It! exhibit

Community The new APPLE Center exhibit is Just Grow It! presents ideas on starting a vegetable garden at home. Every day gardens for everyday people. Contact: Mali Dyck, Executive Director, (530) 913-7820 or (530) 478-1700 or via email: Info@APPLECenter.org. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The APPLE Center for Sustainability 412 Commercial St. Nevada City.

Create Your Best Life Ever

Health/Wellness Event description: If your life isn’t exactly the way you’d like it to be, if you have a sense there’s something more, this day is for you. This workshop is for you if: - You are challenged by the pace of life, and can’t ever seem to get to the things that really matter, because there is so much to attend to, and never enough time - You’ve recently lived through your own personal “earthquake” - You’re accomplishments aren't as rewarding as you’d expected, and you’re feeling a need for something more meaningful, some gr… Contact email: dinyah@CoachDinyah.com. Contact phone: (530) 906-3235. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Vela Massage Retreat.

Art, Food and Wine - Spectacular Photography of Jessica Beilstein Captures the powerful beauty of high Sierra on the Pacific Crest Trail

Arts & Entertainment Great Art, Great Food, Great Times. This old stage coach stop built in 1890 also features authentic art, antiques and memorabilia from the old wild west in The Stage Coach Lounge, the Paris Room and The Alpen Zimmer. Event description: Jessica Bielstein hiked the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. Her moving photos of the striking landscapes she found are displayed on the gallery walls of The Sierra Room at The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant and Bar, featuring Roadhouse Food From Around The World. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner starting at noon to 10 p.m. Contact phone: Reservations and info: (530) 265-5155. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Old 5 Mile House Your 5 Minute Getaway 18851-Hwy. 20 Nevada City.

SKW Wine Tasting in our Friendly Tasting Room!

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Open weekends Noon to 5 p.m. for complimentary wine tasting! Chat with the winemaker and owners! A fun and friendly place for novices to connoisseurs! Bring a picnic to enjoy on our beautiful grounds when the weather is amenable! Contact email: sierraknolls@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 268-9225. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 12:00 PM – Monday, March 15, 2010, 5:00 PM. Sierra Knolls Vineyard & Winery 19635 Kingswood Ct. Grass Valley.

Solune Winery Tasting Every Weekend

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Visit our winery and vineyard amid the oaks and pines. Complimentary wine tasting includes all recent medal winning wines. Visit with the winemaker/owner/international wine judge and learn about all aspects of a small working winery/vineyard. Open every Saturday & Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. or call for appointment. Contact email: taste@solunewinery.com. Contact phone: (530) 271-0990. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 16303 Jewett Lane (off of Hwy. 174 between Grass Valley & Colfax).

Wine Tasting

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Visit our cozy tasting room and beautiful grounds. Sample our small lot award winning wines! Bring a picnic & friends for fun afternoon "Where It's All About Wine, Friends & Fun!" www.SierraKnollsWinery.com. Contact email: sierraknolls@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 530 268-9225. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Sierra KnollsVineyard &Winery, 19635 Kingswood Ct. GrassValley, near LOP.

Bit 'o' Blarney Weekend

Community Sure ‘n it’ll be a Great Time you’ll be having listening to the Fiddlin’ & Strummin’ of Doug Fulton, Chuck Zacky & Harold Birdsall (Sat. 1-4) and Doug soloing on his Fiddle (Sun.1-4) while sampling’ Sierra Knolls Fine Wines (complimentary) Special Discounts on wine! Visit our website for details and map. Price - Low: $0.00. Price - High: $3.00. Contact: Brenda. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 19635 Kingswood Ct Grass Valley, near LOP and BRHS.

Wine Tasting

Tourism Type of Event: Wine & Food. Event Location: Center for the Arts. City/Area: Grass Valley. Event description: Visit our cozy tasting room and beautiful grounds. Sample our small lot award winning wines! Bring a picnic & friends for fun afternoon "Where It's All About Wine, Friends & Fun!" www.SierraKnollsWinery.com. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Sierra KnollsVineyard &Winery, 19635 Kingswood Ct. GrassValley, near LOP.

Photography of Jessica Beilstein

Arts & Entertainment Great Art, Great Food, Great Times. This old stage coach stop built in 1890 also features authentic art, antiques and memorabilia from the old wild west in The Stage Coach Lounge, the Paris Room and The Alpen Zimmer. Event description: Jessica Bielstein hiked the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. Her moving photos of the striking landscapes she found are displayed on the gallery walls of The Sierra Room at The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant and Bar, featuring Roadhouse Food From Around The World. Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner starting at noon to 10 p.m. Art, Food and Wine - Spectacular Photography of Jessica Beilstein captures the powerful beauty of the High Sierra on the Pacific Crest Trail. Contact phone: Reservations and info: (530) 265-5155. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 12:05 PM – Monday, March 15, 2010, 12:05 AM. The Old 5 Mile House Your 5 Minute Getaway 18851-Hwy. 20 Nevada City.

Family Fiddle Fun Festival

Arts & Entertainment Event description: $1 donation accepted, free under 13. Entertainment and dancing featuring fiddle, folk and country music. Snack-bar on site. The "Fiddle Kids" perform on stage at 2 p.m. Free fiddle lessons at 3:15 p.m. www.fiddlefun.org. Contact phone: (530) 676-0836. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Grange Hall, Orangevale, 5807 Walnut Ave.

95959google Party in Nevada City!

Community Please participate in our video invitation to Google. Show up in Robinson Plaza on Sunday, March 14 at 1pm to be an extra in our video invitation to Google. Google’s project would benefit all of Western Nevada County. If you’re a member of a local organization, invite the rest of your group and make a fun afternoon of it! We’ll film the crowd parading up Broad Street, then end up with at a Party at the Miner’s Foundry. Event description: 95959google Event in Nevada City Sunday March 14, 1pm Robinson Plaza Google is selecting cities to install super fast Internet access. To be selected, all we have to do is convince Google that they are welcome here and that we’ll help them test their new technology. Part of our invitation to Google will be a video to be filmed Sunday, March 14 starting at 1pm. It isn’t DSL. It isn’t Cable. It isn’t Satellite. Google's project will use light to deliver Internet speed more than 100 times faster th… Contact email: John Paul <john@spiralinternet.com>. Contact phone: (530) 478-9822. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Union Alley, Nevada City CA 95959. For more info visit www.95959google.com.

The Mikado

Arts & Entertainment Event description: WHAT: The Mikado WHO: The Nevada County Performing Arts Guild (PAG) P.O. Box 1252 , Penn Valley (530) 277-7100 WHEN: Thursday, March 4 at 7 p.m. (Special preview performance – All tickets $5) Friday, March 5 at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 6 at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 7 at 2 p.m. Friday, March 12 at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 13 at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 14 at 2 p.m. WHERE: The Center for the Arts – 314 W. Main St. , Grass Valley ADMISSION: Adults: $8/Advance, $12/Door – Children: 12 & under: $4/Advance,… Contact email: ptrudolph@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 277-7100. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 2:00 PM. The Center for the Arts – 314 W. Main St. , Grass Valley.

Youth Hour/Kids Karaoke

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sun. 3/14 - Youth Hour/Kids Karaoke @ 2:30 p.m. Bring your kid and their favorite CD and let them sing to their favorite tunes. A good way to get rid of stage fright and makes a fun event as the audience cheers them on. The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House. 30 N. Main St. Colfax (530) 305-4050. Contact email: vitkoff@hotmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 305-4050. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM. The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House 30 N Main St. Colfax.

Weekend Music @ 4 p.m. "Play for The Basket"/Live Folk Music

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sun. 3/14 - Weekend Music @ 4 p.m. "Play for The Basket"/Live Folk Music. Fred Poeiz will take the stage. Come out and support local artists and help the economy! This is a 'fun and affordable' event as you listen to music that will warm your soul and fill your spirits. Acoustic guitar, harmonica and vocals will bring a smile and you will be pleased that you came out to support the music scene in Colfax. The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House. 30 N. Main St. Sun. 3/14 - Weekend Music @ 4 p.m. "Play for The Bas… Contact phone: (530) 305-4050. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House 30 N Main St. Colfax.

All Levels Yoga Class by donation at Wild Mountain Yoga

Health/Wellness Pay by donation only. All levels are welcome! This class is a unique blend of various Hatha yoga styles uniting clear principles of alignment and energetic movement while finding freedom within the body, mind, breath & heart. Ticket Phone: (530) 305-1023. Contact: Amanda (530) 305-1023. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Wild Mountain Yoga 574 Searls Ave. Nevada City. For more info visit www.wildmtyoga.com.

All New! Karaoke on Sundays!

Arts & Entertainment Contact phone: (530) 346-7400. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Hwy 174 & Rollins Lake Road Intersection, Colfax.

NCA - Center for the Arts - Art on Display

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Looking for a way to support your local community and artists? Make your way down to The Center for the Arts in Grass Valley. Art from Neighborhood Center of the Arts will be on display in the center lobby throughout the month of March. The theme of this exhibit is Recycled Art - A New Perspective. Recycled canvas works from an unknown artist have been given new life in a unique way. Repainted in vibrant colors the pieces have been given a different perspective. The art is created by artists with develop… Contact phone: (530) 272-7287. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 5:00 PM – Monday, March 15, 2010, 5:00 PM. 314 W. Main Street Grass Valley.

Sunday evening blues jam

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sunday 5 to 9 p.m. blues jam at Chief Crazy Horse Saloon & Grill, Nevada City, hosted by Oliver Compton & The Comptones. Good clean fun, good vibes, good music, good food! No cover. Some of the best musicians in Nevada County play at these jams, so come downtown any Sunday evening for a great time! Plenty of room for dancing, too. See ya there! Contact email: gaylegib2@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 477-9933. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Chief Crazy Horse Saloon & Grill, Commercial St. Nevada City.

Gopal Slavonic at Matteo's Public

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Gopal Slavonic plays classical and flamenco guitar. Contact email: gslavonic@hotmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-0782. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Matteo's Public, 300 Commercial Street, Nevada City.

Spaghetti & Karaoke. Spaghetti & Meatballs with Karaoke.

Arts & Entertainment Our Menu of Roadhouse Food From Around The World available every night at this elegant, romantic 1890 stagecoach stop. Lunch from 12-4 p.m. Dinner from 5-9 p.m. Pizza served all day. Fresh Seafood, Steaks, Pizza, Pasta, Vegetarian & Vegan Fare. Closed Mondays. Fun, Affordable, Family Friendly. The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant & Bar - Your 5 Minute Getaway. Event description: Family Friendly Karaoke with great Spaghetti & Meatballs. Great Food - Great Fun @ The 5. Your 5 Minute Getaway! Contact phone: Reservations (530) 265-5155. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant & Bar 18851-HWY 20 Nevada City.

Youth Night/After Hours

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sun. 3/14 - Youth Night/After Hours 6-8 p.m. Youth can come and 'hang out' and relax with friends, listen to the radio or favorite CD or have fun singing a song. If you thought that Colfax does not offer enough for youth, this is a start! The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House. 30 N. Main St. (530) 305-4050. Contact phone: (530) 305-4050. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House 30 N Main St. Colfax.

Youth Night/After Hours

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sun. 3/14 - Youth Night/After Hours every Second Sunday 6-8 p.m. Youth can come and 'hang out' and relax with friends, listen to the radio or favorite CD or have fun singing a song. If you thought that Colfax does not offer enough for youth, this is a start! The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House. 30 N. Main St. (530) 305-4050. Contact phone: (530) 305-4050. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Old Pharmacy Tea & Coffee House 30 N. Main St. Colfax.

emma's revolution in concert

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Benefit concert featuring emma's revolution Acoustic music with the energy and strength of its convictions filled with hauntingly beautiful harmonies and engaging, intelligent lyrics from award-winning activist songwriters. A benefit concert for John Woolman Semester and the Peace Center of Nevada County featuring emma’s revolution will take place on Sunday, March 14, 2010 at 7 p.m. at Sierra Friends Center Meeting House at John Woolman Semester, 13075 Woolman Lane, Nevada City. Tickets are $10-15 slidin… Contact email: ncpeace@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 265-0200. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Sierra Friend's Center House at Woolman Semester 13075 Woolman Lane Nevada City. For more info visit www.ncpeace.org.

See Australia Through Starlight Kompost's Eyes

Education Event description: Slideshow and travelogue of Star's recent trip to Australia. 5pm potluck. 7pm slideshow. Donations suggested. All proceeds benefit the North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center. Contact email: ncscc@nccn.net. Contact phone: 530-265-2826. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 7:00 PM. North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center.

Hot Tub & Steam Sauna Nights

Health/Wellness Event description: Sit under the stars and amongst the trees with up to 12 of your friends. Private hot tub & steam sauna sessions available everyday. $15 per person ($60 minimum). 12 person maximum. You may bring food and beverages (no glass near hot tub). We ask that you bring a water bottle that you may fill with our filtered water. No essential oils are permitted in the sauna. We provide one towel per person. Robe rental is $1. Clothing is optional. For sanitary reasons we ask that you sit on a towel or sarong in the sa… Contact phone: (530) 559-7172. Sunday, March 14, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Vela Massage Retreat, 763 B South Auburn St. G.V. Near McKnight Way, same driveway as A&A Airconditioning www.velamassageretreat.com for map and info.

"25": 25 quilts by Mary Moore

Arts & Entertainment Call for hours. Event description: This show is a retrospective of 38 years of quilting by Mary Moore. It will include the quilt, "How the West Was Won" which was awarded the viewers choice award at the Nevada County Fair. Contact email: ncscc@nccn.net. Contact phone: (530) 265-2826. Monday, March 15, 2010. North Columbia Schoolhouse on the San Juan Ridge.

LeeAnn Brook: Nature Light at New Moon

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Contemporary landscape and abstract paintings. Contact email: leeann@brookdesign.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-6817. Monday, March 15, 2010. New Moon 203 York St. Nevada City.

The Magic & Mystery of Dragonflies

Arts & Entertainment Free and open to the public. See online gallery: www.Redfern.biz. Event description: Featuring the award-winning "transformative art" of Lisa Redfern, Redfern Photography. Come explore the Magic & Mystery of Dragonflies and other nature-inspired subjects. All artwork is printed on canvas, gallery bound, and available for purchase. Contact email: lisa@redfern.biz. Contact phone: Restaurant: (530) 274-0261, artist: (530) 272-3656. Monday, March 15, 2010. South Pine Café 102 Richardson Street in Grass Valley, open 7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Free Tax Filing Assistance

Community FREE TAX FILING ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE HelpLine Information and Assistance is taking appointments for the AARP Tax-Aide program. This service offers free help with the preparation of 2009 Federal and State income tax returns and is available to people of all ages with middle and low income, with special attention to those 60 and older. The program is staffed by local volunteers who are IRS-trained and certified. Appointments (be prepared to stay two hours) are available on Mondays 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. through April 12. Those interested in free tax filing assistance must call HelpLine at (530) 273-2273 for an appointment, directions and details on what to bring. No walk-ins will be accepted. Monday, March 15, 2010. need to register.

Bikram Yoga Classes

Health/Wellness Event description: Bikram Yoga Class Schedule. All classes are 90 minutes unless noted otherwise. Monday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Tuesday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. noon, 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Thursday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Friday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m. noon (90 minute intro session) Sunday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Mond… Contact email: info@bikramyogagvnc.com. Contact phone: 273-2030. Monday, March 15, 2010. Bikram Yoga Grass Valley/Nevada City, 900 Golden Gate Terrace Suite D, Grass Valley.

Good Morning Yoga

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Wake up to yoga at Moving Ground Studio! Alignment based class led by Marianne Reagan, experienced yoga teacher and graduate of SF Iyengar Yoga Institute. Wake up with grace at Moving Ground! Contact email: reagan_marianne@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 575-6274. Monday, March 15, 2010, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM. 410 S. Church St. Grass Valley Saint Joseph's Cultural Center Ghidotti Room/ Moving Ground Studio. For more info visit saintjosephsculturalcenter.org.

Good Morning Yoga

Community Event description: Good Morning Yoga! Wake up your body, mind and spirit in this lively alignment based class. Start your day with breath and awareness, treat your body and your self to an opening experience through yoga. Contact email: reagan_marianne@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 575-6274. Monday, March 15, 2010, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM. Moving Ground Studio at St, Joseph's Cultural Center 410 So. Church St. G.V. Grass Valley, Ca.

Line Dance Classes

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Line Dance Classes, Easy Beginner classes 9 to 9:45 am; Beginner classes 9:50 to 10:35; Intermediate classes 10:40 to 11:25. Classes meet every Monday and Wednesday for 45 minute lessons. Contact phone: (530) 478-0755. Contact email: smallpkg@comcast.net. Monday, March 15, 2010, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Love Building, Condon Park, Grass Valley.

Jazzercise

Health/Wellness Event description: Jazzercise is a 60-minute group fitness class combining cardio, strength, and stretch moves for a total body workout. All ages, levels, and sizes welcome so come join us today! Moves from hip-hop, yoga, Pilates, jazz dance, kickboxing, and resistance training. Contact email: lmaas@att.net. Contact phone: (530) 470-0441. Monday, March 15, 2010, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. 126 South Auburn Street, Fourth Floor Grass Valley (Above Caroline's Coffee).

Pilates for Everyone

Health/Wellness Event description: Free intro. Intermediate level. Develop whole body strength, flexibility and stability. Sessions combine Reformer, mat work and percussive breathing. Small, personalized classes since 1996. Voted Best Pilates Studio in 2006. Call 432-8985 to reserve space. Contact email: loriw@oro.net. Contact phone: (530) 432-8985. Monday, March 15, 2010, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Alternative Fitness Center, 17323 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley, above Caleb's Creamery.

Tai Chi and Qi Gong

Health/Wellness Event description: Improve your balance, focus, and health with this lifelong exercise. Body Balance has been used a consultant with NIH and the National Institute on Aging for Tai Chi's longterm health benefits. Learn Qi Gong warmups that are used today in the Shaolin Temple to increase health and well being. Call (530) 477 - 0677 to begin your lifelong journey to health Today! Contact email: bodybalancegv@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 477 - 0677. Monday, March 15, 2010, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Body Balance Tai Chi and Kung Fu School. For more info visit www.bodybalancenc.com.

Duplicate Bridge

Community Event description: Duplicate Bridge. Contact email: bvlester@att.net. Contact phone: 477-9586. Monday, March 15, 2010, 9:30 AM – 12:45 PM. Golden Empire Grange on LaBarr Meadows in Grass Valley.

NCA - "Strut Your Stuff" Art Show

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Neighborhood Center of the Arts is hosting an exhibit in their gallery throughout the months of February and March. "Strut Your Stuff" will feature artwork created by the board members and instructors who work for NCA. Throughout the year their pupils get to show off their skills and what they learned in exhibits all around Nevada County. Now, the teachers get to share with the community their many artistic talents in a rare display of their work. Through the sale of each art piece, NCA will earn a portio… Contact phone: (530) 272-7287. Monday, March 15, 2010, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 200 Litton Drive #212 Grass Valley.

Art, Food and Wine - Spectacular Photography of Jessica Beilstein Captures the powerful beauty of high Sierra on the Pacific Crest Trail

Arts & Entertainment Great Art, Great Food, Great Times. This old stage coach stop built in 1890 also features authentic art, antiques and memorabilia from the old wild west in The Stage Coach Lounge, the Paris Room and The Alpen Zimmer. Event description: Jessica Bielstein hiked the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. Her moving photos of the striking landscapes she found are displayed on the gallery walls of The Sierra Room at The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant and Bar, featuring Roadhouse Food From Around The World. Open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner starting at noon to 10 p.m. Contact phone: Reservations and info: (530) 265-5155. Monday, March 15, 2010, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Old 5 Mile House Your 5 Minute Getaway 18851-Hwy. 20 Nevada City.

Zumba

Community Event description: Zumba is a Latin inspired easy to follow calorie burning class. Different styles of dance such as the cha-cha, salsa, merengue, reggaeton, cumbia, hip hop are incorporated into the dance routine. Contact email: m.merten@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 477-1442. Monday, March 15, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Nevada City Veteran's Building 415 N. Pine St.

Photography of Jessica Beilstein

Arts & Entertainment Great Art, Great Food, Great Times. This old stage coach stop built in 1890 also features authentic art, antiques and memorabilia from the old wild west in The Stage Coach Lounge, the Paris Room and The Alpen Zimmer. Event description: Jessica Bielstein hiked the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. Her moving photos of the striking landscapes she found are displayed on the gallery walls of The Sierra Room at The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant and Bar, featuring Roadhouse Food From Around The World. Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner starting at noon to 10 p.m. Art, Food and Wine - Spectacular Photography of Jessica Beilstein captures the powerful beauty of the High Sierra on the Pacific Crest Trail. Contact phone: Reservations and info: (530) 265-5155. Monday, March 15, 2010, 12:05 PM – Tuesday, March 16, 2010, 12:05 AM. The Old 5 Mile House Your 5 Minute Getaway 18851-Hwy. 20 Nevada City.

Hula Hoop Dancing

Health/Wellness Event description: Hula Hoop Dance basics, tricks to keep your hoop up, simple low-impact aerobic workout and a fantastic fun time! This class is designed for beginners with a hoop but is open to all levels. Discounts if you bring a friend or are a South Yuba Club member. Contact email: bex_tater@juno.com. Contact phone: (530) 263-2151. Monday, March 15, 2010, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM. South Yuba Club, Nevada CIty.

Kettlebells for Bicycle Racers and Triathletes

Health/Wellness Event description: Strength, speed, flexibility and core training to improve performance and keep athletes injury free. Students must demo good Kettlebell Swing to enter class. Contact email: EricKenyonRKC@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 530-346-7631. Monday, March 15, 2010, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Monster Gym, new location, 722 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley.

Adult Beg. Int. Ballet

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Beginning ballet is Mon. Intermediate ballet is Wed. Each class is only $10 if you purchase four or more classes. Come improve your strength, balance, coordination and have fun doing it! Contact phone: (530) 798-0882. Contact email: shemaiahbarton@hotmail.com. Monday, March 15, 2010, 2:30 PM – 3:45 PM. The Odd Fellows, Hall 212 Spring St. Nevada City. For more info visit www.themovementalliance.org.

KinderDance

Arts & Entertainment Event description: A creative dance class led by Marianne Reagan for children 5-6 years of age. Skills and thrills for the little ones! A balance of guided creative explorations and rhythmic dance skills provides a fun and delightful dance experience! Contact phone: (530) 575-6274. Contact email: reagan_marianne@yahoo.com. Monday, March 15, 2010, 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM. 410 S. Church St. Grass Valley Saint Joseph's Cultural Center Ghidotti Room/Moving Ground Studio. For more info visit saintjosephsculturalcenter.org.

Book Reading "Are You Talking About an Animal or a Plant?"

Arts & Entertainment Monday, March 15, 2010, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Nevada County Library , Children's section, Bear River High School, 11130 Magnolia Rd.

Tai Chi Chuan and Qi Gong for Lifelong Health

Health/Wellness Event description: Improve your balance, focus, and health with this lifelong exercise. NIH and the National Institute on Aging have consulted Body Balance for its amazing health benefits. Learn Qi Gong warmups that are used today in the Shaolin Temple to increase health and well being. Call (530) 477 - 0677 to begin your journey to lifelong health Today! Contact email: bodybalancegv@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 477 - 0677. Monday, March 15, 2010, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Body Balance Tai Chi and Kung Fu School. For more info visit www.bodybalancenc.com.

Grass Valley Taiko Youth Program

Health/Wellness Event description: Learn the basic elements of playing Traditional Taiko Japanese Drumming by blending martial arts movements, traditional and new rhythms and group dynamics at a level designed for ages 7-ish to teens. Instruction by Mitzi Garnett, 14 year veteran of the world renown Grandmaster Tanaka of SF Taiko Dojo. Membership is $30 a month. Contact email: info@grassvalleytaiko.com. Contact phone: 530.273.2285. Monday, March 15, 2010, 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM. Grass Valley Taiko Dojo located through the garden gate at St. Joseph's Cultural Center in Grass Valley, 410 Church Street.

Fast and Fit for Women Featuring Zumba

Health/Wellness One week free for local residents. Call Fast and Fit on day of class to reserve your slot. We open at 6:30 a.m. Event description: Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program. Instructor: Pamela Satrapa. Reservations required. Contact email: judi@fastandfit.net. Contact phone: (530) 273-5862. Monday, March 15, 2010, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Fast and Fit For Women at The Studio at Vela 760/763 S. Auburn St. Grass Valley.

Jazzercise

Health/Wellness Event description: Jazzercise is a 60-minute group fitness class combining cardio, strength, and stretch moves for a total body workout. All ages, levels, and sizes welcome so come join us today! Moves from hip-hop, yoga, Pilates, jazz dance, kickboxing, and resistance training. Contact email: lmaas@att.net. Contact phone: (530) 470-0441. Monday, March 15, 2010, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. 126 South Auburn Street, Fourth Floor Grass Valley (above Caroline's Coffee).

NCA - Center for the Arts - Art on Display

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Looking for a way to support your local community and artists? Make your way down to The Center for the Arts in Grass Valley. Art from Neighborhood Center of the Arts will be on display in the center lobby throughout the month of March. The theme of this exhibit is Recycled Art - A New Perspective. Recycled canvas works from an unknown artist have been given new life in a unique way. Repainted in vibrant colors the pieces have been given a different perspective. The art is created by artists with develop… Contact phone: (530) 272-7287. Monday, March 15, 2010, 5:00 PM – Tuesday, March 16, 2010, 5:00 PM. 314 W. Main Street Grass Valley.

Fundraiser for Alaska

Community Miners Track Team is running to Alaska! Event description: COME DINE WITH US AS NU RACES TO THE FUTURE! WHAT: THE NORTHRIDGE RESTAURANT IS DONATING 10% OF ALL GROSS RECEIPTS TO NEVADA UNION TRACK & FIELD TEAM FOR OUR TRIP TO ALASKA & EQUIPMENT FOR THE FUTURE! WHEN: MONDAY, MARCH 15, 2010 5 P.M. TO 9 P.M. NORTHRIDGE RESTAURANT IN NEVADA CITY 773 NEVADA STREET, NC (530) 478-0470 WHY: NEVADA UNION TRACK & FIELD IS THE FIRST TRACK TEAM FROM THE LOWER 48 TO BE INVITED TO COMPETE IN ALASKA! JOIN US AS WE LAUNCH THE RE-BUILDING OF THE CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM OF PREVI… Contact email: Helen.cavanaugh@nevadacountycourts.com. Contact phone: (530) 470-2596. Monday, March 15, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Northridge Restaurant 773 Nevada Street Nevada City.

Taiko Con Fusion

Education Beginners Taiko lessons, free month of February. After February, $25 a month. Contact: Katherine Scortes 274-1772. Monday, March 15, 2010, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM. 10024 Newtown Rd. Nevada City off Hwy. 49 across from the Willow.

Pilates for Everyone

Health/Wellness Event description: Free intro. Intermediate level. Develop whole body strength, flexibility and stability. Sessions combine Reformer, mat work and percussive breathing. Small, personalized classes since 1996. Voted Best Pilates Studio in 2006. Call 432-8985 to reserve space. Contact email: loriw@oro.net. Contact phone: (530) 432-8985. Monday, March 15, 2010, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Alternative Fitness Center, 17323 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley, above Caleb's Creamery.

Qigong

Community Event description: Sheng Zhen Wuji Yuan gong is the QiGong of unconditional love, designed to stimulate the flow of Qi, or life force. As the Qi moves it opens the meridians, cleansing & healing the physical body. It also calms & clarifies the mind. Ultimately it opens the heart and returns one to the natural state of total well being. Contact phone: (530) 264-7166. Monday, March 15, 2010, 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM. Nevada City Veteran's Building 415 N. Pine St.

The San Juan Ridge Chapter of the Weston A. Price Foundation

Community This new chapter of the Weston A. Price Foundation has been recently formed to serve residents of the San Juan Ridge and surrounding communities. Local chapters help consumers find healthy food available in their communities. Event description - swift test: Bring nutritious dish and your own place setting for the potluck. A presentation on the goals and philosophy of the Weston A. Price Foundation will follow. Contact email: GCourchesne@wildblue.net. Contact phone: (530) 292-3407. Monday, March 15, 2010, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. 16303 Cornflower Court (off Birchville Rd. on the San Juan Ridge).

Jazzercise

Health/Wellness Event description: Jazzercise is a 60-minute group fitness class combining cardio, strength, and stretch moves for a total body workout. All ages, levels, and sizes welcome so come join us today! Moves from hip-hop, yoga, Pilates, jazz dance, kickboxing, and resistance training. Contact email: lmaas@att.net. Contact phone: (530) 470-0441. Monday, March 15, 2010, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. 126 South Auburn Street, 4th Floor Grass Valley (Above Carolines Coffee). For more info visit jazzercise.com.

Jazzercise

Health/Wellness Event description: Jazzercise is a 60-minute group fitness class combining cardio, strength, and stretch moves for a total body workout. All ages, levels, and sizes welcome so come join us today! Moves from hip-hop, yoga, Pilates, jazz dance, kickboxing, and resistance training. Contact email: lmaas@att.net. Contact phone: (530) 470-0441. Monday, March 15, 2010, 5:35 PM – 6:35 PM. 126 South Auburn Street, Fourth Floor Grass Valley (above Caroline's Coffee).

Monday Night Dance Lessons

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Dance lessons with Arny and Paula. March 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Beginning Waltz. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Intermediate Waltz. Dance practice at 8:30 p.m. No partner required. Each class is $7. Contact phone: (530) 277-7656 or (916) 802-9229. Contact email: letsdanz@dishmail.net. Monday, March 15, 2010, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Golden Empire Grange.

Beginning Fencing Instruction - Olympic Style

Sports Event description: Learn the art of fencing at Nevada County Fencing Club! Classes taught in 8 week sessions for $60. All equipment provided. No experience necessary. Visitors welcome! Contact email: loriw@oro.net. Contact phone: (530) 432-1750. Monday, March 15, 2010, 6:45 PM – 8:15 PM. Grass Valley Veteran's Building, Main Auditorium, 255 S. Auburn St. Grass Valley.

Roman Holiday at Del Oro Theatre

Arts & Entertainment Event description: The 1953 classic film Roman Holiday shows in the main auditorium at the Del Oro Theatre at 7 p.m. A benefit for the Nevada County Public Libraries. Contact phone: (530) 273-6932. Monday, March 15, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Del Oro Theatre, 165 Mill Street, Grass Valley.

Songsalive Songwriter's Workshop

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Our workshop consists of several of us taking turns playing a song we are working on or have written, then we discuss the song in a positive, constructive, format with the group. It is a great way to get feedback on your material. Bring your acoustic guitar or keyboards, a few lyric sheets for your song and an open mind. Contact email: lodelinemusic@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 274-1835. Monday, March 15, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. 10072 Alta Sierra Drive Grass Valley. For more info visit www.songsalive.org.

Fencing

Community Event description: The Diamond Rose Academie d'Armes is dedicated to promoting and teaching appreciation of the techniques and principals of Western European Martial Arts. Emphasis is on the sword and historical rapier combat of the 15th-17th centuries. Contact phone: (530) 392-0257. Monday, March 15, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Nevada City Veteran's Building 415 N. Pine St.

Overeaters Anonymous

Community Event description: 12 step program for individuals struggling with food addiction. Contact phone: (530) 559-8084. Monday, March 15, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Church of Christ in Grass Valley.

Six Sensory Living

Education A supportive place to explore your intuition and psychic gifts. Join us on “The psychic pathway” as outlined by Sonia Choquette. During this lighthearted adventure we will: Notice and understand the psychic impact of others Recognize, focus, and ground personal energy Discover the soul’s true desires Understand and use psychic tools (the pendulum, the Tarot deck, and the I-Ching) Open up your abilities through the use of proven exercises and games. Facilitated by Darlene Rowan This is an on going group that meets every other Monday. Call 530-292-3681 for more information and to R.S.V.P. Cost: FREE. Ticket Phone: 530 292-3681. Contact: Darlene Rowan. Monday, March 15, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. 13413 Buttermilk Bend North San Juan, CA.

Hot Tub & Steam Sauna Nights

Health/Wellness Event description: Sit under the stars and amongst the trees with up to 12 of your friends. Private hot tub & steam sauna sessions available everyday. $15 per person ($60 minimum). 12 person maximum. You may bring food and beverages (no glass near hot tub). We ask that you bring a water bottle that you may fill with our filtered water. No essential oils are permitted in the sauna. We provide one towel per person. Robe rental is $1. Clothing is optional. For sanitary reasons we ask that you sit on a towel or sarong in the sa… Contact phone: (530) 559-7172. Monday, March 15, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Vela Massage Retreat, 763 B South Auburn St. G.V. Near McKnight Way, same driveway as A&A Airconditioning www.velamassageretreat.com for map and info.

Intermediate/Advanced Fencing Instruction - Olympic Style

Sports Event description: Learn the art of fencing at Nevada County Fencing Club! Classes taught in 8 week sessions for $60. All equipment provided. Prerequisite: Beginning fencing class, or previous fencing experience. Visitors welcome! Contact email: loriw@oro.net. Contact phone: (530) 432-1750. Monday, March 15, 2010, 8:15 PM – 9:45 PM. Grass Valley Veteran's Building, Main Auditorium, 255 S. Auburn St. Grass Valley.

Karaoke at Gary's Place!

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Karaoke with Alicia Newman and great cocktails accompanied by excellent customer service from the staff at Gary's Place! Ages 21 and over, please. Mondays and Saturdays. Contact email: dschmidl@hotmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 272-5509. Monday, March 15, 2010, 9:00 PM – Tuesday, March 16, 2010, 2:00 AM. 158 Mill St. Downtown Grass Valley; right across from Del Oro Theater.