Digital Arts Exploration – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric. Discover the art of 3D printing on our new Bambu 3D printers. There will be a thorough discussion on how the machines work, how to operate them safely, finding design sources, and machine constraints.
Participants will complete unique projects to bring home.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 12+
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$245
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $245. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/digital-arts-exploration-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Teens. Event description: Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric.
Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Glass Flameworking Fun – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
Tourism
Learn the basics of how to safely use a torch to manipulate glass to create original glass projects including hearts, marbles, small glass sculptures and a wand!
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 12+
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$275
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $275. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/glass-flameworking-fun-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: Learn the basics of how to safely use a torch to manipulate glass to create original glass projects including hearts, marbles, small glass sculptures and a wand!
Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
Tourism
The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Digital Arts Exploration – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
Tourism
Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric. Discover the art of 3D printing on our new Bambu 3D printers. There will be a thorough discussion on how the machines work, how to operate them safely, finding design sources, and machine constraints.
Participants will complete unique projects to bring home.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 12+
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$245
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $245. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/digital-arts-exploration-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Teens. Event description: Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Glass Flameworking Fun – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
Tourism
Learn the basics of how to safely use a torch to manipulate glass to create original glass projects including hearts, marbles, small glass sculptures and a wand!
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 12+
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$275
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $275. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/glass-flameworking-fun-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: Learn the basics of how to safely use a torch to manipulate glass to create original glass projects including hearts, marbles, small glass sculptures and a wand!
Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
Tourism
The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Watercolor classes
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Price: $140.00 for a series of 4 $45.00 drop ins. Phone: 530-305-5566. Email: cheri@artspioritstudios.com. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: Asif Studios. Event Location: ASiF Artists Studio. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Learn basic watercolor techniques while completing a 9X12 painting.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Asif Studios.
Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
Tourism
Alive in Color” can be seen as an exploration and nod to early Abstract Expressionism with its splashes and drips of paint, marks and free-spirited movement.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors. She creates many pathways to wander and wonder.
The show runs through July 27.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Playwriting Group
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All playwrights welcome! Whether playwriting is new to you or you're already an accomplished playwright, come join this on-going bi-weekly writers' group. We'll spend our time focusing on our writing, but with that magical element of doing so within the presence of others. Come discover the amazing experience of writing within the context of a group. Bring your computer, notebook, iPad, or whatever you like to use for writing. We share resources, discuss our goals and challenges, even provide feedback, but the primary focus of the group is to work on your own play! We'll do a check-in/discussion at the beginning of the meeting, then write in silence, and check-out at the end of our session. Contact Kimberly for the location and to answer any questions you may have.
Price: Free. Phone: 7072929498. Email: marionsfirebykimberly@gmail.com. Type of Event: Literary Arts. Theatre. Venue: Members homes. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. All Ages.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Sent upon request. (We meet in each other's homes.).
Connect, Meditate & Pray
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Are you feeling the need for more connection in these uncertain times? Join Rev. Julia on Zoom for connection, meditation and affirmative prayer. Give yourself a spiritual boost every Wednesday from 5:45-6:30 pm.
Price: Free. Phone: 530-274-1018. Email: office@sierracenter.org. Type of Event: Organizations and Facilities. Venue: Sierra Center for Spiritual Living. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Do you feel you could use a little extra support these days?
Life is changing rapidly all around us. Perhaps you have been feeling anxious, fearful, or powerless. During stressful times, it can be helpful to connect with a supportive and caring community.
Rev. Julia is inviting you to join us via zoom. We will co-create a mid-week space to connect, experience time for meditation and close with affirmative prayer.
You will have an opportunity to be heard, in addition to being reminded of the truth o…
Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 5:45 PM – 6:30 PM.
ONLINE VIA Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87569078842?pwd=FPxlmEcPoGzuBX4jT16BUKGUaQ8ONW.
For more info visit us02web.zoom.us. Digital Arts Exploration – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
Tourism
Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric. Discover the art of 3D printing on our new Bambu 3D printers. There will be a thorough discussion on how the machines work, how to operate them safely, finding design sources, and machine constraints.
Participants will complete unique projects to bring home.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 12+
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$245
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $245. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/digital-arts-exploration-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Teens. Event description: Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric.
Thursday, July 3, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Glass Flameworking Fun – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
Tourism
Learn the basics of how to safely use a torch to manipulate glass to create original glass projects including hearts, marbles, small glass sculptures and a wand!
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 12+
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$275
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $275. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/glass-flameworking-fun-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: Learn the basics of how to safely use a torch to manipulate glass to create original glass projects including hearts, marbles, small glass sculptures and a wand!
Thursday, July 3, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
Tourism
The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Thursday, July 3, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Alive in Color” can be seen as an exploration and nod to early Abstract Expressionism with its splashes and drips of paint, marks and free-spirited movement. However, this series brings a fresh in-the-moment personal flare to the forefront of each painting. Paratore’s approach will tickle and illuminate the viewer’s perspective of ‘abstract’.
The show runs through July 27.
Thursday, July 3, 2025, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Thursday Night Markets
Certified farmers market with arts, crafts, food, and FREE summer concert series 6:00pm-9:00pm Thursday Nights June 12, 19th, 26th, July 3rd and 10th.
Type of Event: Music / Concert. Visual Art / Gallery. Fair / Festival / Gala. Community. Event Location: Downtown Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Certified farmers market with arts, crafts, food, and FREE summer concert series.
Thursday, July 3, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Grass Valley.
Karaoke - Grass Valley Brewing Co.
It’s Karaoke Night at GVBC with DJ Kenn! You know what that means; bring your song choices, your voice and your friends. We’ve got the DJ, the tunes and the beer. It’s going to be a great time, come on down and sing your heart out! All ages welcome.
Type of Event: Beer / Wine / Food. Music / Concert. Event Location: Downtown Grass Valley. Other Location: Grass Valley Brewing Co. City/Area: Grass Valley. Event Details: It’s Karaoke Night at GVBC with DJ Kenn!
Thursday, July 3, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
141 E Main St, Grass Valley, CA.
For more info visit www.gvbrew.com. 4th of JULY Family Pancake Breakfast in Downtown Grass Valley
Type of Event: Children / Family. Event Location: Downtown Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $5.00 Per Plate. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Join us for the Pre-Parade Family Pancake Breakfast in downtown Grass Valley near the Clock Tower on West Main Street!
Friday, July 4, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Tickets are available at the Clock Tower Check-in. Pancake Breakfast, Children's Games, Plenty of seating, and GREAT Pancakes!
For more info visit downtowngrassvalley.com. 4th of JULY~Independence Day Pops Concert
Type of Event: Music / Concert. Event Location: Downtown Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: FREE. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Make your July 4th extra special by enjoying a free curbside concert with the Nevada County Concert Band. Join the 60-member band, led by conductor Cheryl Woldseth, as they perform in front of Sergio’s Café on the Mill Street Promenade.
One hour prior to the parade, the band will play a lively mix of marches and popular tunes, giving you the perfect background music while you reserve your shady spot to watch the parade. But the fun doesn’t stop there! The band will continue to play periodically throughout…
Friday, July 4, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
109 Mill St.
For more info visit nccb.org. Independence Day Pops Concert - NCCB
Type of Event: Music / Concert. Event Location: Downtown Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Make your July 4th extra special by enjoying a free curbside concert with the Nevada County Concert Band. Join the 60-member band, led by conductor Cheryl Woldseth, as they perform in front of Sergio’s Café on the Mill Street Promenade.
One hour prior to the parade, the band will play a lively mix of marches and popular tunes, giving you the perfect background music while you reserve your shady spot to watch the parade. But the fun doesn’t stop there! The band will continue to play periodically throughout…
Friday, July 4, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Downtown Grass Valley.
Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
Tourism
The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Friday, July 4, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
4th of JULY PARADE through Historic Grass Valley!
Type of Event: Children / Family. Event Location: Downtown Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free to All. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: The Small Town Patriotic Celebration begins with the annual Family Pancake Breakfast at 8:00 AM near the Clock Tower. At 9:00 AM, the Nevada County Concert Band strikes up their tribute to the Red, White, and Blue in the Sergio's Restaurant portico. The Parade starts at 10:00 AM with floats, marching bands, community groups and true merriment!
Friday, July 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Starts at West Main, continues to Mill Street Plaza, and follows a route that ends at the Nevada County Fairgrounds.
For more info visit downtowngrassvalley.com. Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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"Alive in Color" is like floating in color. Paratore’s pieces have a strong feel of playfulness.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors.
Paratore's creates many pathways to wander and wonder. While standing back, the viewer may even find tunnels leading to labyrinths, akin to an Alice and Wonderland backdrop.
The show runs through July 27.
Friday, July 4, 2025, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. #socialsketch + #write_on
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Children / Family. Beer / Wine / Food. City/Area: Truckee. Price: $1. Online Ticket: www.ateliertruckee.com. Age Range: All Ages.
Friday, July 4, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Atelier
10128 Donner Pass Rd.
Kids Night Out
Type of Event: Children / Family. Health / Wellbeing. Theatre / Film. City/Area: Truckee. Price: $20 in advance, required at least one day in advance. Age Range: Children.
Friday, July 4, 2025, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Northwoods Clubhouse, Tahoe Donner
Truckee.
First Fridays
Type of Event: Music / Concert. Beer / Wine / Food. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Free. Online Ticket: N/A. Age Range: All Ages.
Friday, July 4, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Historic Downtown Truckee.
For more info visit www.historictruckee.com. 4th of JULY Party on the Mill Street Plaza!
Type of Event: Fair / Festival / Gala. Event Location: Downtown Grass Valley. Other Location: Mill Street. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Get your Red, White, and Groove on! Come down and Party on the Plaza from 6 pm-9 pm, Downtown Grass Valley will be gearing up for its whoop-it-up musical evening event with Rockin’ Hot Music and Ice-Cold Beer, wine, and sparkling drinks will keep you cool while you dance to the music of two great bands! So don't miss the food, music, and evening merriment on Mill!
Friday, July 4, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
STEAM Exploration Saturdays
Type of Event: Children / Family. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online Ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age Range: All Ages.
Saturday, July 5, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kidzone Museum
11711 Donner Pass Rd
Truckee, CA 96161.
Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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“Alive in Color” is like going on a treasure hunt with feelings released and found, all culminating and leaning towards delight.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors.
Paratore is an intuitive painter, hailing from San Francisco and now nestled in the Grass Valley- Nevada City area. Her work draws from neo-expressionism, abstract expressionism, a tinge of street art, and the legacy of intuitive art-making. A self-taught artist, Rose has painted for over a decade,
The show runs through July 27.
Saturday, July 5, 2025, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Shamady - Comedy From Beyomedy
Shamady features headlining stand-up comedians, guided meditations, ceremonial songs, and various other downloads that will leave you feeling touched by the (best) Medicine.
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Community. Health / Wellbeing. Music / Concert. Other Location: Elixart. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $15-20. Online Ticket: https://elixart.com/pages/events. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Not sure if you want a night of laughter or a full-on spiritual breakthrough? You no longer have to decide. Shamady will bring you both.
(Get early-bird discount tickets here: https://elixart.com/pages/events)
Shamady features headlining stand-up comedians, guided meditations, ceremonial songs, and various other downloads that will leave you feeling touched by the (best) Medicine.
Whether you’re well-versed in the spiritual arts or just a fan of comedy, your presence is equally welcome.…
Saturday, July 5, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
203 York St. Nevada City, CA.
For more info visit elixart.com. Seniors Pancake Breakfast
Type of Event: Health / Wellbeing. Beer / Wine / Food. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Adults $7, Children $3. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Join us in the community room at the Truckee Donner Senior Apartments for pancakes, eggs and bacon or sausage. Breakfast is prepared each month by one of the Community Non-Profit service organizations.
Sunday, July 6, 2025, 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Senior Services
10040 Estates Dr
Truckee, CA.
Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
Tourism
At first sight Rose Paratore’s ‘Alive in Color” can be seen as an exploration and nod to early Abstract Expressionism with its splashes and drips of paint, marks and free-spirited movement.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: This series brings a fresh in-the-moment personal flare to the forefront of each painting. Paratore’s approach will tickle and illuminate the viewer’s perspective of ‘abstract’.
The show runs through July 27.
Sunday, July 6, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Ponyo (Gake no ue no Ponyo)
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Perfect for audiences of all ages, PONYO centers on the friendship between five-year-old Sosuke and a magical goldfish named Ponyo. After a chance encounter between the pair, Ponyo yearns to become a human so she can be with Sosuke. But such a wish might not be so simple, especially for the young daughter of a sorcerer father and a sea-goddess mother. As to be expected with Studio Ghibli, the film is awash in pure unbridled imagination and visual wonder — but it is the tender love, humor, and devotion exhibited by Ponyo and Sosuke that form the emotional heart of the film. *All Ghibli films are shown in their English-dubbed versions.
Price: 10.00. Phone: 530-265-8262. Email: info@theonyxtheatre.com. Type of Event: Film. Venue: The Nevada Theatre. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://booking.theonyxtheatre.com/tickets/756038/005285000003. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: NEVADA THEATRE 7/6: The Onyx Downtown at the Nevada Theatre is proud to present our third annual Studio Ghibli in July series, a celebration of the beloved Japanese animation studio’s greatest films for its 40th anniversary!
Sunday, July 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada Theatre
401 Broad Street
Nevada City, CA.
For more info visit booking.theonyxtheatre.com. Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
Tourism
The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Monday, July 7, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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"Alive in Color" captures what wakes up inside Rose Paratore and maybe inside you—when surrendering to the playful spirit within, not knowing what’s next.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore’s pieces have a strong feel of playfulness. Viewing these paintings is like floating in color. The playfulness is not frivolous or careless, there is intention and thoughtfulness, composition, design and strong freeing expression.
The show runs through July 27.
Monday, July 7, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. MIG Welding for Beginners and Artists Workshop
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Get ready to put the Pedal to the Metal!
If you are an artist wanting to explore 3D metal art, need ranch repairs, or are a tinkerer wishing to add the strength and rigidity that metal offers, this is the workshop for you. Learn Welding Basics in this MIG Welding Class. No experience is necessary.
New Expanded Content. This is a two-session class. 8 hours total instruction (must attend both days)
You will walk away with confidence in using MIG welding equipment, understanding safety protocols, setting up your workspace, and completing projects at home.
This workshop is MIG Welding Qualification for Members. For member qualification, please arrange to complete a practicum with the facilitator and take the quiz after completing this course.
Hands-on learning:
Safety equipment, safe practices, equipment selection
Equipment setup and joint prep
Material identification and preparation
Troubleshooting common problems
Distortion mitigation strategies
All equipment provided.
Ages 14+ and Adul…
Price: $285. Phone: 5304462777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/mig-welding-for-beginners-and-artists/. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event description: If you are an artist wanting to explore 3D metal art, need ranch repairs, or are a tinkerer wishing to add the strength and rigidity that metal offers, this is the workshop for you.
Monday, July 7, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd. Bld9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Watercolor classes
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Price: $140.00 for a series of 4 $45.00 drop ins. Phone: 530-305-5566. Email: cheri@artspioritstudios.com. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: Asif Studios. Event Location: ASiF Artists Studio. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Learn basic watercolor techniques while completing a 9X12 painting.
Monday, July 7, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Asif Studios.
Good Morning Truckee
Type of Event: Conference / Lecture / Workshop. Fundraiser. Health / Wellbeing. History / Heritage. City/Area: Truckee. Price: $10 Chamber members, $12 General public includes continental breakfast and raffle. Online Ticket: TruckeeChamber.com. Age Range: Adult. Seniors. Event description: NEW!! ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION at TruckeeChamber.com. Bring your receipt with you and breeze through the Express Check-In Line to get your breakfast and seat faster!
Hear from Jameson Stafford of Elevate Blue, Andy Scott of 1Bios and Johannes Ziegler of Tahoe Silicon Mountain on Truckee's Start-Up Scene and Tech Community.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
Tahoe Truckee Airport.
Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Watercolor classes
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Price: $140.00 for a series of 4 $45.00 drop ins. Phone: 530-305-5566. Email: cheri@artspioritstudios.com. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: Asif Studios. Event Location: ASiF Artists Studio. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Learn basic watercolor techniques while completing a 9X12 painting.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Asif Studios.
Wednesdays Mornings Ceramics- Handbuilding Techniques
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Wednesday Morning Ceramics and Pottery Class with Candy Tkachenko
4 class series, Wednesday Mornings 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Last class will be 3 hours 10:30 am to 1:30 PM for glazing.
Price: $200 Public ($150 for 4 classes + $50 materials)
Discover your creativity, engage your mind, and come play with clay! In this Ceramics and Pottery Class, we will use hand-building techniques to make functional and non-functional ceramics and pottery projects using slabs and coils. Clay, Glazing, and firings are included in the materials fee.
We will be hand-building and then glazing class on the last day. At least 2- 3 projects will be made in this series. Your Glazed pieces will be ready for pick up 7-10 days after they have been fired, or you can opt for the convenience of having your masterpiece shipped to you for a small shipping and handling fee.
Class 5 minimum/8 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet the minimum, the class will be rescheduled).
Price: $200. Phone: 5304462777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/wednesdays-with-clay/. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event description: In this Ceramics and Pottery Class, we will use hand-building techniques to make functional and non-functional ceramics and pottery projects using slabs and coils.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd. Bld9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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Alive in Color” can be seen as an exploration and nod to early Abstract Expressionism with its splashes and drips of paint, marks and free-spirited movement.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors. She creates many pathways to wander and wonder.
The show runs through July 27.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Connect, Meditate & Pray
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Are you feeling the need for more connection in these uncertain times? Join Rev. Julia on Zoom for connection, meditation and affirmative prayer. Give yourself a spiritual boost every Wednesday from 5:45-6:30 pm.
Price: Free. Phone: 530-274-1018. Email: office@sierracenter.org. Type of Event: Organizations and Facilities. Venue: Sierra Center for Spiritual Living. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Do you feel you could use a little extra support these days?
Life is changing rapidly all around us. Perhaps you have been feeling anxious, fearful, or powerless. During stressful times, it can be helpful to connect with a supportive and caring community.
Rev. Julia is inviting you to join us via zoom. We will co-create a mid-week space to connect, experience time for meditation and close with affirmative prayer.
You will have an opportunity to be heard, in addition to being reminded of the truth o…
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 5:45 PM – 6:30 PM.
ONLINE VIA Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87569078842?pwd=FPxlmEcPoGzuBX4jT16BUKGUaQ8ONW.
For more info visit us02web.zoom.us. Music in the Garden
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Type of Event: Beer / Wine / Food. Community. Music / Concert. Other Location: New Life Garden Center. City/Area: Penn Valley. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Sip, shop and chill to the classic rock rhythms of Watson & Garfinkel in our beautiful garden venue. Lots of shade and the misters will be on! Free event, plants on sale, prizes, corn hole and beverages! Food truck on site for dinner! Join us for a fun and relaxing evening , listening to some great music. We have seats but you can bring your favorite chair.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
New Life Nursery.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Explore History and Heritage at the North Star House – Twice Monthly Tours Now Offered
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Discover the rich history and natural beauty of the North Star House during our public tours, now held every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. This Julia Morgan-designed masterpiece invites visitors to explore its storied architecture, remarkable grounds, and vibrant role in Nevada County’s past and present.
Once the home of author and illustrator Mary Hallock Foote and North Star Mine Superintendent Arthur De Wint Foote, the North Star House was built as a gathering space for engineers, writers, and visionaries of the time. Over a century later, it's being lovingly brought back to life by a team of volunteers, craftsmen, and historians who believe in preserving its legacy for generations to come.
On the tour, you’ll walk through spaces that have been beautifully restored and others still mid-transformation, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at historic preservation in action. From intricate stonework to original fireplaces, each corner of the house tells a story.
The tour also includes…
Price: 0. Phone: 530-477-7126. Email: media@thenorthstarhouse.org. Type of Event: Organizations and Facilities. Venue: North Star House. Event Location: North Star House. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Discover the rich history and natural beauty of the North Star House during our public tours, now held every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 1:00 to 3:00 PM.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
12075 Auburn Rd. Grass Valley, CA 95949.
For more info visit www.northstarhouse.org. Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Alive in Color” can be seen as an exploration and nod to early Abstract Expressionism with its splashes and drips of paint, marks and free-spirited movement. However, this series brings a fresh in-the-moment personal flare to the forefront of each painting. Paratore’s approach will tickle and illuminate the viewer’s perspective of ‘abstract’.
The show runs through July 27.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Painting with Chappy – Personalized Instruction
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Painting with Chappy Valentine. In-depth personalized instruction into the subject matter of your choice.
Class Details:
Schedule: Four 3-hour sessions (12 hours total)
Cost: $198 for the public
Level: Suitable for beginners and experienced painters
Class Overview
Explore the art of painting in this fun and immersive four-session workshop! Using a simple and effective four-step approach, you’ll learn how to bring any subject to life—whether it’s a portrait, a wildflower-filled landscape, or a captivating still life. Over four weeks, you’ll gain a broader understanding of composition, color, value, and texture, ending the series with a completed painting you’re proud of. Guided by Chappy, you’ll receive personalized instruction tailored to your creative vision.
What You’ll Learn:
A straightforward four-step painting process
Principles of composition, color, value, and texture
How to translate your chosen subject into a successful painting
What to Bring:
Any…
Price: $198. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/paint-what-you-want/. Age Range: Adult. Seniors. Event description: Explore the art of painting in this fun and immersive four-session workshop!
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bld 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. BrewHaus Bingo
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Type of Event: Beer / Wine / Food. Children / Family. Event Location: Downtown Nevada City. Other Location: BrewBilt BrewHaus. City/Area: Nevada City. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Gather your friends and family and join us for a fun night of Bingo!
-$1 Per Bingo Card - Play as many as you can handle at once! The more cards you play, the better your odds.
-Great prizes and bragging rights on the line!
-Cash Grand Prize - Blackout Round.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
300 Spring Street Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Thursday Night Markets
Certified farmers market with arts, crafts, food, and FREE summer concert series 6:00pm-9:00pm Thursday Nights June 12, 19th, 26th, July 3rd and 10th.
Type of Event: Music / Concert. Visual Art / Gallery. Fair / Festival / Gala. Community. Event Location: Downtown Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Certified farmers market with arts, crafts, food, and FREE summer concert series.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Grass Valley.
Grab a Hunk of Lightning
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Price: $15 General $12 Members. Type of Event: Film. Venue: Nevada Museum of Art. City/Area: Reno, NV. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Grab A Hunk of Lightning, a 110-minute film narrated and directed by Dorothea Lange’s granddaughter, award-winning filmmaker Dyanna Taylor, tells the compelling story of the passion, vision, and drive that made Lange one of the most important documentary photographers of the 20th century. Virtual discussion with the filmmaker to follow the screening.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit www.nevadaart.org. Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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"Alive in Color" is like floating in color. Paratore’s pieces have a strong feel of playfulness.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors.
Paratore's creates many pathways to wander and wonder. While standing back, the viewer may even find tunnels leading to labyrinths, akin to an Alice and Wonderland backdrop.
The show runs through July 27.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Through the Lens: New Perspectives in Dance and Art
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Price: $15 General FREE Members. Type of Event: Film. Venue: Nevada Museum of Art. City/Area: Reno, NV. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Join four local choreographers as they screen dance films created in response to both new and reimagined spaces throughout the Museum and its forthcoming expansion. After the screenings, each choreographer will participate in a panel discussion exploring the role of dance in museum spaces, the creative process behind making a dance film, and the intersection of dance and visual art.
Featured local choreographers include: Caitlin Bell, Cari Cunningham, Maggie Stack, and Rosie Trump.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit www.nevadaart.org. Wild for the Yuba
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Join the South Yuba River Citizens League for an evening of fun and community, celebrating the Yuba River and raising support for vital SYRCL programs.
Type of Event: Beer / Wine / Food. Fundraiser. Outdoors / Recreation. Other Location: The Schrammsberg Estate. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $130. Online Ticket: https://yubariver.org/wild-for-the-yuba-2025/. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Join the South Yuba River Citizens League (SYRCL) for Wild for the Yuba – a special Dinner & Auction – on Friday, July 11, 2025, from 6:00-9:30 pm at the beautiful grounds of the Schrammsberg Estate in Nevada City, CA. The event features great food, an array of fabulous auction items donated by local businesses and artists, and the chance to celebrate our watershed with others who care deeply about protecting the Yuba.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Schrammsberg Estate
242 Gold Flat Rd, Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit yubariver.org. Poetry Open Mic
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Poetry Open Mic Night w/Rev. Lani Howard
In-Person or via Zoom.
Price: $10 Love Offering-no one turned away. Phone: 530-274-1018. Email: office@sierracenter.org. Type of Event: Comedy/Improv. Venue: Sierra Center for Spiritual Living. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Bring your favorite poem to share. Maybe you wrote it, maybe someone else did, but it resonated with you. Maybe you found it at just the right time ~ so feel free to share that story in a safe and welcoming place.
Suggested donation $10 each meeting. No one turned away ~ Wheelchair access available.
***Please park in the rear of the Veteran's Memorial parking lot, 255 S. Auburn St, and use the path to the center.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
119 Florence Ave
Grass Valley, CA.
First Friday Art Walk
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Type of Event: Fair / Festival / Gala. Event Location: Downtown Nevada City. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: Free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Nevada City’s thriving arts community comes alive during First Friday Artwalk. Local artisan boutiques, shops, wine tasting rooms and eateries feature local artists at live events throughout the evening. The event showcases both established and emerging artists, creating space for engagement between artist and art lover.
The First Friday Art Walk runs the first Friday of each month from June through August from 6-9pm. Please note the July 2025 Art Walk falls on the second Friday of the month due to Indep…
Friday, July 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Nevada City Historic Downtown District.
Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
Trails & Vistas' 2025 Art Hike
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Trails & Vistas facilitates art events in nature for people of all ages to promote an appreciation of the performing and visual arts, build environmental stewardship, and create relationships between the artists, attendees. and local and world community members.
Price: $60 adult; $15 child. Email: info@trailsandvistas.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Dance. Literary Arts. Music. Theatre. Visual Arts. Venue: Royal Gorge XC Ski Resort 9411 Pahatsi Road, Soda Springs, CA 95728. Event Location: Other. City/Area: Truckee. Online Ticket: https://www.trailsandvistas.org. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Described as magical, diverse and inspiring, Trails & Vistas’ Art Hikes are a fusion of art experiences and forest immersion. Art Hike attendees are led by an experienced guide, and hike in small groups pausing at art performance installations. Each Art Hike tour is designed to connect to the wonders of nature through performance installations. This year's theme, Beyond the Veil, invites participants to step out of reality and into a waking dream. Featuring award-winning musicians, dancers, poets, visual an…
Saturday, July 12, 2025 – Sunday, July 13, 2025.
Royal Gorge XC Ski Resort
9411 Pahatsi Road
Soda Springs, CA 95728.
For more info visit www.trailsandvistas.org. STEAM Exploration Saturdays
Type of Event: Children / Family. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online Ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age Range: All Ages.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kidzone Museum
11711 Donner Pass Rd
Truckee, CA 96161.
Shade Cloth
Type of Event: Children / Family. Community. Conference / Lecture / Workshop. Meeting. Outdoors / Recreation. Other Location: Peaceful Valley Farm Supply. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Online Ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1424996525969?aff=oddtdtcreator. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Beat the summer heat with shade cloth! Learn how to use this simple tool to protect your plants and improve garden success during hot weather. This class will also cover selecting the right shade cloth and its installation.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
125 Clydesdale Ct.
For more info visit www.groworganic.com. Eilen Jewell with opener Kimmi Bitter
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Price: $34-$44. Phone: 530-274-8384. Email: boxoffice@thecenterforthearts.org. Type of Event: Music. Venue: The Center for the Arts. Event Location: Center for the Arts. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: https://thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SUZ000003Suwn2AC. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Eilen Jewell with Kimmi Bitter opening
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Doors: 7pm | Show: 8pm
The Center for the Arts | 314 W. Main Street, Grass Valley, CA
Tickets: Reserved Seating
Genre: Folk/ Americana
Hailed by American Songwriter as “one of America’s most intriguing, creative, and idiosyncratic voices, ”Eilen Jewell rises from the ashes on her captivating new album, Get Behind The Wheel, picking up the pieces of her shattered world and finding new purpose and meaning afte…
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
The Center for the Arts
314 W. Main St.
Grass Valley, CA 95945.
For more info visit thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com. Family Fun Day | Special Edition ft. AirAligned 2025
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Price: Free. Phone: 530-274-8384. Email: boxoffice@thecenterforthearts.org. Type of Event: Fair / Festival / Gala. Venue: The Center for the Arts. Event Location: Center for the Arts. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: https://thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/?_gl=1*d34ubo*_gcl_au*NjUxNTE3MTczLjE3MzkyMjE4NjA.*_ga*MTMzODE2ODExNS4xNzM5MjIxODYw*_ga_78DP8LK1N2*MTc0NjQ2NjQ1OC40My4xLjE3NDY0Njc0MDcuNDguMC40OTQ1MDk4MjY.#/events/a0SUZ000003ALXh2AO. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Presented by The Center for the Arts
Saturday, July 12th, 2025
Summer Cooldown!!
10am - 2pm | Performances by AirAligned, Arts & Crafts, Face Painting, Balloons & more!
Summer Cooldown Family Fun Day Ft. Air Aligned with Bruce Forman
Family Fun Day
AirAligned with Bruce Forman
“The Flight of the Brolga”
Experience a hidden world of the Brolga (Australia’s Crane) and Aboriginal Culture which comes to life with riveting aerial dance and exotic Ab…
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
The Center for the Arts | 314 W. Main Street, Grass Valley, CA.
For more info visit thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com. Hands ON! Second Saturday
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Price: FREE General FREE Members. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: Nevada Museum of Art. City/Area: Reno, NV. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations. “Art Investigators” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest performances and monthly themes rotate in this engaging series of monthly programs.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit www.nevadaart.org. Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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“Alive in Color” is like going on a treasure hunt with feelings released and found, all culminating and leaning towards delight.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors.
Paratore is an intuitive painter, hailing from San Francisco and now nestled in the Grass Valley- Nevada City area. Her work draws from neo-expressionism, abstract expressionism, a tinge of street art, and the legacy of intuitive art-making. A self-taught artist, Rose has painted for over a decade,
The show runs through July 27.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. 18th Annual Truckee Brewfest
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Type of Event: Beer / Wine / Food. Fair / Festival / Gala. Fundraiser. Music / Concert. Outdoors / Recreation. Venue: Truckee Regional Park. Event Location: Other. City/Area: Truckee. Price: $50. Online Ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/truckee-brewfest-2025-tickets-1301634767629?aff=oddtdtcreator. Age Range: Adult.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Truckee Regional Park
10500 Brockway Road
Truckee, CA 96161.
For more info visit www.truckeeoptimistclub.com. Intro to Macrame
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Come relax, unwind, and explore the beautiful, hands-on art of macramé! In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll create your own macramé wall hanging while learning the history and techniques behind this timeless craft. Students will learn a variety of basic knots and patterns to create a beautiful wall hanging. This workshop is suitable for complete beginners to the art of macrame or anyone wanting a refresher course!
Optional: Bring your own natural (found) approx 18” branch to use instead of a wooden
dowel for a unique touch!
Using soft, 100% cotton cord, you’ll be guided step-by-step through essential knots such as:
• Half Knot
• Square Knot
• Spiral (Repeating Half Knot)
• Gathering Knot
Macramé is as easy as tying your shoes—seriously! It’s a calming, creative process that results in stunning handmade pieces. Whether you’re brand new to macramé or looking for a fun refresher, this class is a perfect introduction.
Price: $ 105 ($80 + $25 materials)
Ages: Adults and Teens 12+
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Price: $105. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/beginning-macrame/. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event description: In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll create your own macramé wall hanging while learning the history and techniques behind this timeless craft.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bld 9
Nevada City, CA.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Wine Fundraiser
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Type of Event: Beer / Wine / Food. Community. Fundraiser. City/Area: Alta Sierra. Price: 0. Age Range: Adult. Seniors. Event Details: Come enjoy a glass of wine (or buy a bottle!) at Alta Sierra Wine Shop. 50% of all proceeds will go towards the animals at our two local animal shelters, Sammie's Friends and Wayward Journey at Grass Valley Animal Shelter. You will also have the opportunity to meet a couple dogs ready to be adopted!
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
10074 Alta Sierra Dr.
Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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At first sight Rose Paratore’s ‘Alive in Color” can be seen as an exploration and nod to early Abstract Expressionism with its splashes and drips of paint, marks and free-spirited movement.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: This series brings a fresh in-the-moment personal flare to the forefront of each painting. Paratore’s approach will tickle and illuminate the viewer’s perspective of ‘abstract’.
The show runs through July 27.
Sunday, July 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Jazz Jame @ Wildeye Pum
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Wild Eye Pub is a family-friendly event venue, with a restaurant and bar: freshly crafted food from local & organic sources, full bar with regional brews, wines & spirits, and nightly events in a comfy 'supper club' style with an easy vibe.
This event is on our large dining room stage. Seating and service begins 1 hour ahead. We serve "supper club" style: Table service of food/drinks is (quietly) offered before & during the show.
Reservations are always recommended.
Price: Optional Cover Charge. Phone: (530) 446-6668. Email: rich.celio@icloud.com. Type of Event: Music. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: This is not a ticketed event. You can leave a message for reservations by phone or email, 24/7. Our limited seating often fills before the day of the show. Wildeye charges a $5-10 sliding scale cover fee. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: The house trio will be Al Feeney, keyboards; John Lace, bass, Karl Chelette, drums, MC and your host for the evening. Drinks and great food available.
If you would like to sit in, bring charts if not readily available in fake books, vocalists need to have music, or know it, in their key and bring their own microphone. Guitarists could bring a small amp. You may play solo with the trio or add others to your combo. Bring a friend, tell a friend and help this great local jazz jam session grow!!! Ho…
Sunday, July 13, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Wildeye Pub
535 Mill St
Grass Valley, CA 95945.
Word Jam
For more information call 530-386-3901.
Type of Event: Conference / Lecture / Workshop. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Join the Word Jam that takes place at 7pm on the second and fourth Sundays. Participants get 5 minutes to read a piece they have written.
Sunday, July 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Dark Hose Coffee
10009 W River St
Truckee, CA 96161.
Castle in the Sky (Tenku no shiro Rapyuta)
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Directed by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki, CASTLE IN THE SKY is a timeless story of courage and friendship. Young orphan Sheeta and her kidnapper, Col. Muska, are flying to a military prison when their plane is attacked by a gang of air pirates led by the matronly Dola. Escaping from a mid-air collision via a magic crystal around her neck, Sheeta meets fellow orphan Pazu and the pair join forces to discover the mystical floating city of Laputa while pursued by both Muska and the pirates, who lust for the city's myriad treasures. *All Ghibli films are shown in their English-dubbed versions.
Price: 10.00. Phone: 530-265-8262. Email: info@theonyxtheatre.com. Type of Event: Film. Venue: The Nevada Theatre. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://booking.theonyxtheatre.com/tickets/756038/005286000003. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: NEVADA THEATRE 7/13: The Onyx Downtown at the Nevada Theatre is proud to present our third annual Studio Ghibli in July series, a celebration of the beloved Japanese animation studio’s greatest films for its 40th anniversary!
Sunday, July 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada Theatre
401 Broad Street
Nevada City, CA.
For more info visit booking.theonyxtheatre.com. Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Sunday, July 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
Digital Arts Exploration – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric. Discover the art of 3D printing on our new Bambu 3D printers. There will be a thorough discussion on how the machines work, how to operate them safely, finding design sources, and machine constraints.
Participants will complete unique projects to bring home.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 12+
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$245
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $245. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/digital-arts-exploration-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Teens. Event description: Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Stuffy Animal Rescue – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Bring your favorite Stuffy!
Step into the world of pretend play as we turn our classroom into a veterinarian’s office! Kids will give their stuffed animals check-ups, create their own doctor kits to take home, and learn how to care for their plush patients. Along the way, we’ll explore basic biology and anatomy through fun crafts, creative play, and hands-on activities.
Perfect for young animal lovers and future vets!
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 5 to 7
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$180.00
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $180. Phone: 530-446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/stuffy-animal-rescue-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: Kids will give their stuffed animals check-ups, create their own doctor kits to take home, and learn how to care for their plush patients.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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"Alive in Color" captures what wakes up inside Rose Paratore and maybe inside you—when surrendering to the playful spirit within, not knowing what’s next.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore’s pieces have a strong feel of playfulness. Viewing these paintings is like floating in color. The playfulness is not frivolous or careless, there is intention and thoughtfulness, composition, design and strong freeing expression.
The show runs through July 27.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Watercolor classes
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Price: $140.00 for a series of 4 $45.00 drop ins. Phone: 530-305-5566. Email: cheri@artspioritstudios.com. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: Asif Studios. Event Location: ASiF Artists Studio. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Learn basic watercolor techniques while completing a 9X12 painting.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Asif Studios.
Digital Arts Exploration – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric. Discover the art of 3D printing on our new Bambu 3D printers. There will be a thorough discussion on how the machines work, how to operate them safely, finding design sources, and machine constraints.
Participants will complete unique projects to bring home.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 12+
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$245
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $245. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/digital-arts-exploration-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Teens. Event description: Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Stuffy Animal Rescue – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Bring your favorite Stuffy!
Step into the world of pretend play as we turn our classroom into a veterinarian’s office! Kids will give their stuffed animals check-ups, create their own doctor kits to take home, and learn how to care for their plush patients. Along the way, we’ll explore basic biology and anatomy through fun crafts, creative play, and hands-on activities.
Perfect for young animal lovers and future vets!
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 5 to 7
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$180.00
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $180. Phone: 530-446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/stuffy-animal-rescue-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: Kids will give their stuffed animals check-ups, create their own doctor kits to take home, and learn how to care for their plush patients.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Digital Arts Exploration – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric. Discover the art of 3D printing on our new Bambu 3D printers. There will be a thorough discussion on how the machines work, how to operate them safely, finding design sources, and machine constraints.
Participants will complete unique projects to bring home.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 12+
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$245
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $245. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/digital-arts-exploration-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Teens. Event description: Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Stuffy Animal Rescue – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Bring your favorite Stuffy!
Step into the world of pretend play as we turn our classroom into a veterinarian’s office! Kids will give their stuffed animals check-ups, create their own doctor kits to take home, and learn how to care for their plush patients. Along the way, we’ll explore basic biology and anatomy through fun crafts, creative play, and hands-on activities.
Perfect for young animal lovers and future vets!
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 5 to 7
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$180.00
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $180. Phone: 530-446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/stuffy-animal-rescue-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: Kids will give their stuffed animals check-ups, create their own doctor kits to take home, and learn how to care for their plush patients.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Watercolor classes
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Price: $140.00 for a series of 4 $45.00 drop ins. Phone: 530-305-5566. Email: cheri@artspioritstudios.com. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: Asif Studios. Event Location: ASiF Artists Studio. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Learn basic watercolor techniques while completing a 9X12 painting.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Asif Studios.
Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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Alive in Color” can be seen as an exploration and nod to early Abstract Expressionism with its splashes and drips of paint, marks and free-spirited movement.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors. She creates many pathways to wander and wonder.
The show runs through July 27.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Envisioning a New Partnership: OLLI and the Nevada Museum of Art
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Price: $10 General FREE Members FREE Student FREE OLLI Member. Type of Event: Conference / Lecture. Venue: Nevada Museum of Art. City/Area: Reno, NV. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Join Colin Robertson, Charles N. Mathewson Senior Vice President of Education and Research at the Nevada Museum of Art, for an introduction to a new programmatic partnership between the Museum and OLLI. He’ll survey some about what’s to come programmatically, and how the partnership aims to increase lifelong learning opportunities in the community.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit www.nevadaart.org. Playwriting Group
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All playwrights welcome! Whether playwriting is new to you or you're already an accomplished playwright, come join this on-going bi-weekly writers' group. We'll spend our time focusing on our writing, but with that magical element of doing so within the presence of others. Come discover the amazing experience of writing within the context of a group. Bring your computer, notebook, iPad, or whatever you like to use for writing. We share resources, discuss our goals and challenges, even provide feedback, but the primary focus of the group is to work on your own play! We'll do a check-in/discussion at the beginning of the meeting, then write in silence, and check-out at the end of our session. Contact Kimberly for the location and to answer any questions you may have.
Price: Free. Phone: 7072929498. Email: marionsfirebykimberly@gmail.com. Type of Event: Literary Arts. Theatre. Venue: Members homes. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. All Ages.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Sent upon request. (We meet in each other's homes.).
Connect, Meditate & Pray
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Are you feeling the need for more connection in these uncertain times? Join Rev. Julia on Zoom for connection, meditation and affirmative prayer. Give yourself a spiritual boost every Wednesday from 5:45-6:30 pm.
Price: Free. Phone: 530-274-1018. Email: office@sierracenter.org. Type of Event: Organizations and Facilities. Venue: Sierra Center for Spiritual Living. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Do you feel you could use a little extra support these days?
Life is changing rapidly all around us. Perhaps you have been feeling anxious, fearful, or powerless. During stressful times, it can be helpful to connect with a supportive and caring community.
Rev. Julia is inviting you to join us via zoom. We will co-create a mid-week space to connect, experience time for meditation and close with affirmative prayer.
You will have an opportunity to be heard, in addition to being reminded of the truth o…
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 5:45 PM – 6:30 PM.
ONLINE VIA Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87569078842?pwd=FPxlmEcPoGzuBX4jT16BUKGUaQ8ONW.
For more info visit us02web.zoom.us. Hot Summer Nights!
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Type of Event: Fair / Festival / Gala. Event Location: Downtown Nevada City. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: Free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Hot Summer Nights is a street festival of art and music, has been an annual tradition in this quaint, scenic-and sometimes quirky-community, for almost 30 years.
This free event takes place on three Wednesday evenings: July 16th, 23rd & 30th from 6-9:30pm.
During Hot Summer Nights, Nevada City’s landmark historic district is closed to vehicles and filled with art, food/beverages, classic cars, music & entertainment.
You’ll find dozens of vendors, 5 stages of entertainment, kids activities including…
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Historic downtown Nevada City.
Liverpool Legends "The Complete Beatles Experience"
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All Ages.
Price: $65-$95. Phone: 530-274-8384. Email: sarah@sarahstargo.com. Type of Event: Music. Venue: Center for the Arts. Event Location: Center for the Arts. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends will be at The Center for the Arts on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 7:00pm.
Liverpool Legends are four talented musicians and actors, handpicked by Louise Harrison – sister of George Harrison, to honor her brother’s legacy and re-create the band that changed the world forever. Experience the complete history of The Beatles, starting with the early mop-top hits, such as I Want To Hold Your Hand, She Loves You and Twist and Shout. You’ll t…
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Center for the Arts.
For more info visit thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com. Digital Arts Exploration – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric. Discover the art of 3D printing on our new Bambu 3D printers. There will be a thorough discussion on how the machines work, how to operate them safely, finding design sources, and machine constraints.
Participants will complete unique projects to bring home.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 12+
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$245
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $245. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/digital-arts-exploration-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Teens. Event description: Camp participants will be designing and creating an LED Laser Cut projects using both 3d and 2d items from leather, wood, MDF, acrylic, and or fabric.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Stuffy Animal Rescue – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Bring your favorite Stuffy!
Step into the world of pretend play as we turn our classroom into a veterinarian’s office! Kids will give their stuffed animals check-ups, create their own doctor kits to take home, and learn how to care for their plush patients. Along the way, we’ll explore basic biology and anatomy through fun crafts, creative play, and hands-on activities.
Perfect for young animal lovers and future vets!
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 5 to 7
4-Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$180.00
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $180. Phone: 530-446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/stuffy-animal-rescue-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: Kids will give their stuffed animals check-ups, create their own doctor kits to take home, and learn how to care for their plush patients.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Woodturning Adventures – Create a Stunning Wooden Vase
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Discover the art of woodturning and learn to make a beautiful wood vase using a wood lathe – no experience is required!
Are you interested in woodworking and looking to learn a new skill? In this class, you’ll learn how to turn a unique wood vase out of wood using a lathe. The process is both rewarding and relaxing, as you take a piece of raw wood and turn it into a functional work of wood art. Under the guidance of our experienced instructor, you’ll start by learning the basics of wood lathe operation and safety. Once you’re comfortable with the equipment, we’ll move on to selecting and preparing the wood for turning. With the wood secured on the lathe, you’ll use a series of specially designed tools to shape and hollow your vase.
At the end of the class, you’ll take home a beautiful, hand-turned Vase that you can be proud of. You’ll also have the woodturning skills and knowledge to continue woodturning on your own.
Price: $130 + $40 materials
Ages: Adults and Teens 14+
Limited spaces avail…
Price: $170. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/woodturning-adventures-vase/. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event description: In this class, you’ll learn how to turn a unique wood vase out of wood using a lathe.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bld 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Alive in Color” can be seen as an exploration and nod to early Abstract Expressionism with its splashes and drips of paint, marks and free-spirited movement. However, this series brings a fresh in-the-moment personal flare to the forefront of each painting. Paratore’s approach will tickle and illuminate the viewer’s perspective of ‘abstract’.
The show runs through July 27.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Painting with Chappy – Personalized Instruction
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Painting with Chappy Valentine. In-depth personalized instruction into the subject matter of your choice.
Class Details:
Schedule: Four 3-hour sessions (12 hours total)
Cost: $198 for the public
Level: Suitable for beginners and experienced painters
Class Overview
Explore the art of painting in this fun and immersive four-session workshop! Using a simple and effective four-step approach, you’ll learn how to bring any subject to life—whether it’s a portrait, a wildflower-filled landscape, or a captivating still life. Over four weeks, you’ll gain a broader understanding of composition, color, value, and texture, ending the series with a completed painting you’re proud of. Guided by Chappy, you’ll receive personalized instruction tailored to your creative vision.
What You’ll Learn:
A straightforward four-step painting process
Principles of composition, color, value, and texture
How to translate your chosen subject into a successful painting
What to Bring:
Any…
Price: $198. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/paint-what-you-want/. Age Range: Adult. Seniors. Event description: Explore the art of painting in this fun and immersive four-session workshop!
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bld 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Karaoke - Grass Valley Brewing Co.
It’s Karaoke Night at GVBC with DJ Kenn! You know what that means; bring your song choices, your voice and your friends. We’ve got the DJ, the tunes and the beer. It’s going to be a great time, come on down and sing your heart out! All ages welcome.
Type of Event: Beer / Wine / Food. Music / Concert. Event Location: Downtown Grass Valley. Other Location: Grass Valley Brewing Co. City/Area: Grass Valley. Event Details: It’s Karaoke Night at GVBC with DJ Kenn!
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
141 E Main St, Grass Valley, CA.
For more info visit www.gvbrew.com. Third Thursdays
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Bring your friends and family down to River Highlands Ranch for live music and great eats. We also have plenty of fun lawn games, and a bouncy castle for the kids!
We'll have 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐲 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝 — with an original song catalog steeped in the sounds of Merle Haggard, Buck Owens, Dwight Yoakam, as well as Ray Price and George Jones. Miller’s latest releases, are rooted even more deeply in the Bakersfield, CA sound he grew up on.
When need a break from dancing, we'll have 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐢 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐢 …
Type of Event: Beer / Wine / Food. Children / Family. Music / Concert. City/Area: Penn Valley. Price: $0. Online Ticket: $0. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Free Concert on May 15th at 6:30 p.m. at River Highlands Ranch
No cover charge and kids welcomed! Food truck and alcohol available for purchase. Hosted every third Thursday of the month during the summer.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
8600 Big Oak Valley Rd. Smartsville, CA.
For more info visit www.riverhighlandsranch.com. Robert Earl Keen
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Price: $77-$135. Phone: 530-274-8384. Email: boxoffice@thecenterforthearts.org. Type of Event: Music. Venue: The Center for the Arts. Event Location: Center for the Arts. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: https://thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SUZ00000356Xh2AI. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Robert Earl Keen, a renowned singer-songwriter from Houston, Texas, has built a prolific career over three decades with a focus on writing and performing his own songs. His ambition to create great music and share it onstage has led to 21 albums and countless live performances, earning him recognition as a living legend and pioneer in the Americana music genre.
Keen's influence extends beyond his music, as he was instrumental in popularizing Americana style and continues to support fellow artists thr…
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
314 W Main Street, Grass Valley, CA.
Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
Collateral & Co. presents Fragments of Existence
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Price: $20 General $15 Members $10 Student. Type of Event: Dance. Venue: Nevada Museum of Art. City/Area: Reno, NV. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Collateral & Co. returns to the Museum for a multi-disciplinary, evening-length dance work that examines the fragile and ephemeral nature of life through the presence and experience of the endangered monarch butterfly. Fragments of Existence follows the butterfly’s remarkable metamorphosis – its delicate appearance, the threat to its survival, and its graceful, impermanent existence – as a mirror to explore human transience, the passage of time, and our own vulnerability within the larger web of human life.…
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit www.nevadaart.org. Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Friday, July 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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"Alive in Color" is like floating in color. Paratore’s pieces have a strong feel of playfulness.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors.
Paratore's creates many pathways to wander and wonder. While standing back, the viewer may even find tunnels leading to labyrinths, akin to an Alice and Wonderland backdrop.
The show runs through July 27.
Friday, July 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. The Art of Science
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Price: $15 General FREE Members FREE Student. Type of Event: Conference / Lecture. Venue: Nevada Museum of Art. City/Area: Reno, NV. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Join Desert Research Institute Associate Research Scientist and Scientific Illustrator, Tiffany Pereira as she explores the union of art and science. Learn how she incorporates artistic principles into her research in Nevada and the Desert Southwest.
Friday, July 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit www.nevadaart.org. Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Friday, July 18, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
STEAM Exploration Saturdays
Type of Event: Children / Family. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online Ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age Range: All Ages.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kidzone Museum
11711 Donner Pass Rd
Truckee, CA 96161.
Fire, Fuel Treatment Impacts, and Native Plants: Landscape Versus Species Approaches to Sierra Nevada Stewardship
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Come learn about the types of fuel treatments being used in our region, and pros and cons of these treatments.
Type of Event: Community. Conference / Lecture / Workshop. Outdoors / Recreation. Event Location: Madelyn Helling Library. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Online Ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fire-fuel-treatment-impacts-and-native-plants-tickets-1391820415329?aff=oddtdtcreator. Age Range: Adult. Seniors. Event Details: Learn about fire ecology and history of the Sierra Nevada, the types of fuel treatments being used in our region, and pros and cons of these treatments.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Madelyn Helling Library
980 Helling Way
Nevada City.
For more info visit chapters.cnps.org. Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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“Alive in Color” is like going on a treasure hunt with feelings released and found, all culminating and leaning towards delight.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors.
Paratore is an intuitive painter, hailing from San Francisco and now nestled in the Grass Valley- Nevada City area. Her work draws from neo-expressionism, abstract expressionism, a tinge of street art, and the legacy of intuitive art-making. A self-taught artist, Rose has painted for over a decade,
The show runs through July 27.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
Ceramics 101 – Mud Therapy
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Join us at The Curious Forge for Sunday Ceramics with Bob Davis!
6-Week Ceramics Class Series | 18 Hours of Instruction
Discover the joy of working with clay in this immersive 6-week ceramics class at The Curious Forge! Whether you’re brand new to ceramics or looking to expand your skills, this class with instructor Bob Davis is designed to give you a well-rounded understanding of this dynamic medium.
You’ll explore a variety of techniques, including:
Potter’s Wheel – Learn the fundamentals of throwing and shaping clay.
Hand-Building – Create unique forms using slabs, coils, and extruders.
Surface Design & Embellishment – Experiment with textures, patterns, and finishing techniques.
Throughout the course, you’ll craft a variety of functional and decorative pieces—choose from sushi plates, tapas servers, cups, spoon rests, succulent planters, and more! By the end of the series, you’ll gain confidence in your skills and discover which techniques inspire you most.
No experience? N…
Price: $379. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/sunday-ceramics/. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event description: Discover the joy of working with clay in this immersive 6-week ceramics class at The Curious Forge! Whether you’re brand new to ceramics or looking to expand your skills, this class with instructor Bob Davis is designed to give you a well-rounded understanding of this dynamic medium.
Sunday, July 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bld 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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At first sight Rose Paratore’s ‘Alive in Color” can be seen as an exploration and nod to early Abstract Expressionism with its splashes and drips of paint, marks and free-spirited movement.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: This series brings a fresh in-the-moment personal flare to the forefront of each painting. Paratore’s approach will tickle and illuminate the viewer’s perspective of ‘abstract’.
The show runs through July 27.
Sunday, July 20, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. The Secret World of Arrietty (Kari-gurashi no Arietti)
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From Academy Award-nominated director Hiromasa Yonebayashi comes a gorgeous and adventure-filled adaptation of The Borrowers, one of the most beloved children's books of all time. In a secret world hidden beneath the floorboards, miniature people called Borrowers live out of sight of their larger counterparts. But when brave and tiny Arrietty is out gathering supplies, she is discovered by Shawn, a human boy, and they begin to form a friendship that blossoms into an extraordinary adventure. All Ghibli films are shown in their English-dubbed versions.
Price: 10.00. Phone: 530-265-8262. Email: info@theonyxtheatre.com. Type of Event: Film. Venue: The Nevada Theatre. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://booking.theonyxtheatre.com/tickets/756038/005287000003. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: NEVADA THEATRE 7/20: The Onyx Downtown at the Nevada Theatre is proud to present our third annual Studio Ghibli in July series, a celebration of the beloved Japanese animation studio’s greatest films for its 40th anniversary!
Sunday, July 20, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada Theatre
401 Broad Street
Nevada City, CA.
For more info visit booking.theonyxtheatre.com. Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Sunday, July 20, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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"Alive in Color" captures what wakes up inside Rose Paratore and maybe inside you—when surrendering to the playful spirit within, not knowing what’s next.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore’s pieces have a strong feel of playfulness. Viewing these paintings is like floating in color. The playfulness is not frivolous or careless, there is intention and thoughtfulness, composition, design and strong freeing expression.
The show runs through July 27.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Woodshop Wonders – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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This class is perfect for kids who love to create and build! They will learn the basics of woodworking through fun, hands-on projects using a variety of tools. They will work on unique projects that they can take home and show off to their friends and family.
Our classes are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 8 to 11
4-Day Youth Maker XD Summer Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 1:00 to 4:00 PM each day
$200
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $200. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/woodshop-wonders-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: This class is perfect for kids who love to create and build! They will learn the basics of woodworking through fun, hands-on projects using a variety of tools.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Watercolor classes
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Price: $140.00 for a series of 4 $45.00 drop ins. Phone: 530-305-5566. Email: cheri@artspioritstudios.com. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: Asif Studios. Event Location: ASiF Artists Studio. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Learn basic watercolor techniques while completing a 9X12 painting.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Asif Studios.
Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Woodshop Wonders – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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This class is perfect for kids who love to create and build! They will learn the basics of woodworking through fun, hands-on projects using a variety of tools. They will work on unique projects that they can take home and show off to their friends and family.
Our classes are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 8 to 11
4-Day Youth Maker XD Summer Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 1:00 to 4:00 PM each day
$200
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $200. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/woodshop-wonders-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: This class is perfect for kids who love to create and build! They will learn the basics of woodworking through fun, hands-on projects using a variety of tools.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Watercolor classes
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Price: $140.00 for a series of 4 $45.00 drop ins. Phone: 530-305-5566. Email: cheri@artspioritstudios.com. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: Asif Studios. Event Location: ASiF Artists Studio. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Learn basic watercolor techniques while completing a 9X12 painting.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Asif Studios.
Woodshop Wonders – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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This class is perfect for kids who love to create and build! They will learn the basics of woodworking through fun, hands-on projects using a variety of tools. They will work on unique projects that they can take home and show off to their friends and family.
Our classes are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 8 to 11
4-Day Youth Maker XD Summer Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 1:00 to 4:00 PM each day
$200
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $200. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/woodshop-wonders-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: This class is perfect for kids who love to create and build! They will learn the basics of woodworking through fun, hands-on projects using a variety of tools.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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Alive in Color” can be seen as an exploration and nod to early Abstract Expressionism with its splashes and drips of paint, marks and free-spirited movement.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors. She creates many pathways to wander and wonder.
The show runs through July 27.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Intro to CAD Design for 3D Printing Using Onshape
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2-session class. This introductory class is for students who have little or no experience with 3d CAD and will teach you how to create your own designs using a free program called Onshape that you will enable you to use Onshape at home to continue to create designs in 3d that can be used for digital fabrication on 3d printers, CNC machines or plasma cutters etc. In this workshop, our experienced instructor will guide you, step by step, through the basic design process of using the Onshape program.
This is the prerequisite series for the Advanced CAD Design Series.
Class overview:
A general overview of 3d cad programs
Setting up a free account with Onshape that you can continue to use at home.
Navigating the program.
An introduction to the 3d cad tools
Creating your first simple 3d designs
Exporting the design for 3d printing
Printing the design on a 3d printer
By the end of our workshop, you’ll have a tangible, real-life product that you can take home and be pro…
Price: $145. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/intro-to-cad/. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event description: 2-session class. This introductory class is for students who have little or no experience with 3d CAD and will teach you how to create your own designs using a free program called Onshape that you will enable you to use Onshape at home to continue to create designs in 3d that can be used for digital fabrication on 3d printers, CNC machines or plasma cutters etc. In this workshop, our experienced instructor will guide you, step by step, through the basic design process of using the Onshape program.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bld 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Connect, Meditate & Pray
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Are you feeling the need for more connection in these uncertain times? Join Rev. Julia on Zoom for connection, meditation and affirmative prayer. Give yourself a spiritual boost every Wednesday from 5:45-6:30 pm.
Price: Free. Phone: 530-274-1018. Email: office@sierracenter.org. Type of Event: Organizations and Facilities. Venue: Sierra Center for Spiritual Living. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Do you feel you could use a little extra support these days?
Life is changing rapidly all around us. Perhaps you have been feeling anxious, fearful, or powerless. During stressful times, it can be helpful to connect with a supportive and caring community.
Rev. Julia is inviting you to join us via zoom. We will co-create a mid-week space to connect, experience time for meditation and close with affirmative prayer.
You will have an opportunity to be heard, in addition to being reminded of the truth o…
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 5:45 PM – 6:30 PM.
ONLINE VIA Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87569078842?pwd=FPxlmEcPoGzuBX4jT16BUKGUaQ8ONW.
For more info visit us02web.zoom.us. Hot Summer Nights!
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Type of Event: Fair / Festival / Gala. Event Location: Downtown Nevada City. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: Free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Hot Summer Nights is a street festival of art and music, has been an annual tradition in this quaint, scenic-and sometimes quirky-community, for almost 30 years.
This free event takes place on three Wednesday evenings: July 16th, 23rd & 30th from 6-9:30pm.
During Hot Summer Nights, Nevada City’s landmark historic district is closed to vehicles and filled with art, food/beverages, classic cars, music & entertainment.
You’ll find dozens of vendors, 5 stages of entertainment, kids activities inclu…
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Historic downtown Nevada City.
Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Woodshop Wonders – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
Tourism
This class is perfect for kids who love to create and build! They will learn the basics of woodworking through fun, hands-on projects using a variety of tools. They will work on unique projects that they can take home and show off to their friends and family.
Our classes are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 8 to 11
4-Day Youth Maker XD Summer Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 1:00 to 4:00 PM each day
$200
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $200. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/woodshop-wonders-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: This class is perfect for kids who love to create and build! They will learn the basics of woodworking through fun, hands-on projects using a variety of tools.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Alive in Color” can be seen as an exploration and nod to early Abstract Expressionism with its splashes and drips of paint, marks and free-spirited movement. However, this series brings a fresh in-the-moment personal flare to the forefront of each painting. Paratore’s approach will tickle and illuminate the viewer’s perspective of ‘abstract’.
The show runs through July 27.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Painting with Chappy – Personalized Instruction
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Painting with Chappy Valentine. In-depth personalized instruction into the subject matter of your choice.
Class Details:
Schedule: Four 3-hour sessions (12 hours total)
Cost: $198 for the public
Level: Suitable for beginners and experienced painters
Class Overview
Explore the art of painting in this fun and immersive four-session workshop! Using a simple and effective four-step approach, you’ll learn how to bring any subject to life—whether it’s a portrait, a wildflower-filled landscape, or a captivating still life. Over four weeks, you’ll gain a broader understanding of composition, color, value, and texture, ending the series with a completed painting you’re proud of. Guided by Chappy, you’ll receive personalized instruction tailored to your creative vision.
What You’ll Learn:
A straightforward four-step painting process
Principles of composition, color, value, and texture
How to translate your chosen subject into a successful painting
What to Bring:
Any…
Price: $198. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/paint-what-you-want/. Age Range: Adult. Seniors. Event description: Explore the art of painting in this fun and immersive four-session workshop!
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bld 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. An Evening of Jazz and Poetry
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Price: $15 General $10 Members $13 Student. Type of Event: Literary Arts. Venue: Nevada Museum of Art. City/Area: Reno, NV. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Celebrate the music of the 1920s and the poetry of Langston Hughes at this event, featuring live jazz by Sapphire Jazz Ensemble and local poets reading Hughes’ works.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit www.nevadaart.org. An Evening of Jazz and Poetry
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Price: $15 General $10 Members $13 Student. Type of Event: Literary Arts. Venue: Nevada Museum of Art. City/Area: Reno, NV. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Celebrate the music of the 1920s and the poetry of Langston Hughes at this event, featuring live jazz by Sapphire Jazz Ensemble and local poets reading Hughes’ works.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit www.nevadaart.org. Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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"Alive in Color" is like floating in color. Paratore’s pieces have a strong feel of playfulness.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors.
Paratore's creates many pathways to wander and wonder. While standing back, the viewer may even find tunnels leading to labyrinths, akin to an Alice and Wonderland backdrop.
The show runs through July 27.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Fossilia: Elaine Parks on Her Work
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Price: $15 General FREE Members FREE Student. Type of Event: Conference / Lecture. Venue: Nevada Museum of Art. City/Area: Reno, NV. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: The apparent emptiness of the Nevada desert is very special to artist Elaine Parks and holds a psychic space, where the quiet and openness of the landscape allow her imagination to roam.
Parks’ inspiration comes from tufa and other kinds of rock formations and textures. Intended to elude identification yet remind the viewer of something they’ve seen in the outdoors, Parks’ work encourages the landscape to come alive in the viewers’ imagination. Join Elaine Parks as she discusses the artwork she prod…
Friday, July 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit www.nevadaart.org. 2hermano ft. works by Gabriel Romo
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Price: $0. Phone: 530-274-8384. Email: boxoffice@thecenterforthearts.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: The Center for the Arts. Event Location: Center for the Arts. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: https://thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SUZ000002GZ772AG. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: 2hermano
Featuring works by Gabriel Romo
The Granucci Gallery at The Center for the Arts | 314 W. Main Street • Grass Valley, CA
Art Opening: Friday, July 25 • 5 - 7pm
Exhibition Dates: July 25 - September 19, 2025
Acrylic painting
Gabriel Romo is a painter who negotiates balance between the spiritual and physical worlds, conceptualizing the pre-Hispanic and various other indigenous traditions of his Raramuri (Tarahumara) lineage. He translates the energy he feels from…
Friday, July 25, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Center for the Arts
314 W. Main St.
Grass Valley, CA 95945.
For more info visit thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com. Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
The Steeldrivers
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Price: Floor Seating: $67, Members $57* Tiered Seating: $57, Members $47*. Phone: 530-274-8384. Email: boxoffice@thecenterforthearts.org. Type of Event: Music. Venue: The Center for the Arts. Event Location: Center for the Arts. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: https://thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SUZ000003ClEL2A0. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Presented by The Center for the Arts
Friday, July 25, 2025
Doors: 7pm | Show: 8pm
The Center for the Arts | 314 W. Main Street, Grass Valley, CA
Tickets: Reserved Seating
Genre: Bluegrass Soul
The SteelDrivers are a bluegrass band from Nashville, Tennessee. While there's a strong traditional streak in the SteelDrivers' sound, they bring a passion to their delivery that adds a distinctive flavor, and forceful grit addingundertones of blues, soul, and rock.The bandtook ho…
Friday, July 25, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Center for the Arts | 314 W. Main Street, Grass Valley, CA.
For more info visit www.thesteeldrivers.com. STEAM Exploration Saturdays
Type of Event: Children / Family. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online Ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age Range: All Ages.
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kidzone Museum
11711 Donner Pass Rd
Truckee, CA 96161.
Beneficial Insect gardens
Type of Event: Children / Family. Community. Conference / Lecture / Workshop. Meeting. Outdoors / Recreation. Other Location: Peaceful Valley Farm Supply. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Online Ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1425000467759?aff=oddtdtcreator. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Welcome to the Beneficial Insect Gardens workshop at Peaceful Valley Farm and Garden Supply! Join us for a fun and educational day learning about the amazing world of beneficial insects in your garden. Discover how ladybugs, lacewings, and other helpful bugs can improve your garden's health and reduce the need for harmful pesticides. Our experts will share tips on creating a welcoming environment for these beneficial bugs to thrive. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your garden into a vibrant ecosyst…
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
125 Clydesdale Ct.
For more info visit www.groworganic.com. Soft Pastel Art Class
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Designed for those who want to learn soft pastels or for those who maybe struggling using soft pastels. Class starts with a demo then students create their own art from their own photo or one supplied.Each student will have individual attention.
Price: 45.00. Phone: 530-263-0837. Email: lj@lindaroemisch.com. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: Lourve Gallery. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: https://www.lindaroemisch.com/. Age Range: Adult. Event description: 3 hours of learning the techniques of soft pastels in a relaxed, fun and encouraging environment. Limited to only 8 students.
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
124 E Main St Grass Valley.
For more info visit www.lindaroemisch.com. Threadless Pine Needle Basketry
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Weave with Nature – No Thread Required!
Join us for a hands-on Pine Needle Basketry workshop and discover the timeless craft of coiling with natural materials—without the use of thread! Using locally foraged pine needles, you’ll learn sustainable basket-making techniques while creating a beautiful and functional piece to take home.
Why Take This Class?
Connect with Nature – Work with natural, locally sourced materials and learn sustainable foraging techniques.
Mindful & Meditative – The process of coiling is relaxing, creative, and rewarding—a perfect escape from the everyday.
Make It Your Own – Create a small basket, coaster, ornament, or wall hanging while learning techniques to personalize your design.
What You’ll Learn:
How to forage, clean, and dye pine needles sustainably
Coiling and shaping techniques to create a strong base and structure
Tips to infuse creativity while respecting natural resources
Class Details:
Dates & Time:
Saturday,July 26 | 10:…
Price: $85. Phone: 530-446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/threadless-pine-needle-basketry/. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Using locally foraged pine needles, you’ll learn sustainable basket-making techniques while creating a beautiful and functional piece to take home.
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bld 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Van Norden Meadow Tour
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This guided walk will showcase the outcomes of Phase 1 restoration efforts, completed in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and other local stakeholders. You’ll get a firsthand look at how these changes are benefiting meadow health, water quality, and habitat for native species. We’ll also share an overview of anticipated Phase 2 restoration activities, slated to begin in fall 2025.
Tour Details:
Date: Saturday, July 26
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Meeting Location: Sheep Pens Trailhead (near Donner Summit)
Registration: Please RSVP by Tuesday, July 22 by emailing alecia@yubariver.org.
Email: alecia@yubariver.org. Type of Event: Conference / Lecture. Venue: Van Norden Meadow. City/Area: Truckee. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: SYRCL invites you to a special field tour of Van Norden Meadow with our Watershed Science Director on Saturday, July 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Van Norden Meadow.
For more info visit yubariver.org. Spanish story time
Call 530-582-7846 for more information.
Type of Event: Children / Family. Health / Wellbeing. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Free. Age Range: Children. All Ages. Event description: Monthly bilingual story time with Reyna Sanchez-Lopez. Enjoy lively books and activities to introduce children to the wonders of reading and books.
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Truckee Library
10031 Levon Ave
Truckee, CA 96161.
Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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“Alive in Color” is like going on a treasure hunt with feelings released and found, all culminating and leaning towards delight.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Rose Paratore invites you into her magical journey with cartwheels of flowers, shapes, and a vivid and contrasting kaleidoscope of colors.
Paratore is an intuitive painter, hailing from San Francisco and now nestled in the Grass Valley- Nevada City area. Her work draws from neo-expressionism, abstract expressionism, a tinge of street art, and the legacy of intuitive art-making. A self-taught artist, Rose has painted for over a decade,
The show runs through July 27.
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Skerryvore
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Price: $28-$62. Phone: 530-274-8384. Email: boxoffice@thecenterforthearts.org. Type of Event: Music. Venue: The Center for the Arts. Event Location: Center for the Arts. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: https://thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SUZ000003T4o52AC. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Skerryvore
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Doors: 7pm | Show: 8pm
The Center for the Arts | 314 W. Main Street, Grass Valley, CA
Tickets: Reserved Seating & Standing Room
Genre: Rock, Folk, Celtic, Americana
What are Skerryvore? They’re like no one else. Epic of melody, intimate of feeling and plugged into the roots of Scotland but blasting out to the world.
Three time winners of Scotland’s ‘Live Act of the Year’ award, Skerryvore have evolved from their humble beginnings to bec…
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Center for the Arts
314 W. Main St.
Grass Valley, CA 95945.
For more info visit thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com. Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
Penn Valley Farmers Market
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Penn Valley Farmers' Market
Sundays, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
May 4th to October 26th
At the Solar Array.
Type of Event: Beer / Wine / Food. Children / Family. Community. Event Location: Western Gateway Park. City/Area: Penn Valley. Price: 0. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: The 2025 Penn Valley Farmers' Market begins on Sunday, May 4th! We're so excited! This year the Farmers' Market will be on Sundays, from May 4th to October 26th. Great selection of foods, crafts, body products, etc. We will have our wonderful certified producers as well as Wyld Tiger Sourdough, Calolea Olive Oil, High Mountain Grill, Zena Hummus, Naan Tikka, Reflections for You Jewelry, Sweet & Savory, Habibi Bites and more! Come for breakfast or lunch and stock up on your favorite fruits and vegetables!
Sunday, July 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
18560 Penn Valley Drive
Penn Valley 95946.
For more info visit bit.ly. Threadless Pine Needle Basketry
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Weave with Nature – No Thread Required!
Join us for a hands-on Pine Needle Basketry workshop and discover the timeless craft of coiling with natural materials—without the use of thread! Using locally foraged pine needles, you’ll learn sustainable basket-making techniques while creating a beautiful and functional piece to take home.
Why Take This Class?
Connect with Nature – Work with natural, locally sourced materials and learn sustainable foraging techniques.
Mindful & Meditative – The process of coiling is relaxing, creative, and rewarding—a perfect escape from the everyday.
Make It Your Own – Create a small basket, coaster, ornament, or wall hanging while learning techniques to personalize your design.
What You’ll Learn:
How to forage, clean, and dye pine needles sustainably
Coiling and shaping techniques to create a strong base and structure
Tips to infuse creativity while respecting natural resources
Class Details:
Dates & Time:
Saturday,July 26 | 10:…
Price: $85. Phone: 530-446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/threadless-pine-needle-basketry/. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Using locally foraged pine needles, you’ll learn sustainable basket-making techniques while creating a beautiful and functional piece to take home.
Sunday, July 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bld 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Ceramics 101 – Mud Therapy
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Join us at The Curious Forge for Sunday Ceramics with Bob Davis!
6-Week Ceramics Class Series | 18 Hours of Instruction
Discover the joy of working with clay in this immersive 6-week ceramics class at The Curious Forge! Whether you’re brand new to ceramics or looking to expand your skills, this class with instructor Bob Davis is designed to give you a well-rounded understanding of this dynamic medium.
You’ll explore a variety of techniques, including:
Potter’s Wheel – Learn the fundamentals of throwing and shaping clay.
Hand-Building – Create unique forms using slabs, coils, and extruders.
Surface Design & Embellishment – Experiment with textures, patterns, and finishing techniques.
Throughout the course, you’ll craft a variety of functional and decorative pieces—choose from sushi plates, tapas servers, cups, spoon rests, succulent planters, and more! By the end of the series, you’ll gain confidence in your skills and discover which techniques inspire you most.
No experience? N…
Price: $379. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/sunday-ceramics/. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event description: Discover the joy of working with clay in this immersive 6-week ceramics class at The Curious Forge! Whether you’re brand new to ceramics or looking to expand your skills, this class with instructor Bob Davis is designed to give you a well-rounded understanding of this dynamic medium.
Sunday, July 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bld 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Nevada City Winery Gallery - Rose Paratore "Alive in Color"
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At first sight Rose Paratore’s ‘Alive in Color” can be seen as an exploration and nod to early Abstract Expressionism with its splashes and drips of paint, marks and free-spirited movement.
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Event Location: Nevada City Winery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: This series brings a fresh in-the-moment personal flare to the forefront of each painting. Paratore’s approach will tickle and illuminate the viewer’s perspective of ‘abstract’.
The show runs through July 27.
Sunday, July 27, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Nevada City Winery.
For more info visit www.ncwinery.com. Jazz Jam @ Grass Valley Brewery
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Price: Free. Phone: (530) 271-2739. Email: rich.celio@icloud.com. Type of Event: Music. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: This is not a ticketed event. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: The house trio will be Al Feeney, keyboards; John Lace, bass, Karl Chelette, drums, MC and your host for the evening. Drinks and great food available.
If you would like to sit in, bring charts if not readily available in fake books, vocalists need to have music, or know it, in their key and bring their own microphone. Guitarists could bring a small amp. You may play solo with the trio or add others to your combo. Bring a friend, tell a friend and help this great local jazz jam session grow!!! Ho…
Sunday, July 27, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Grass Valley Brewery
141 E Main St
Grass Valley, CA 95945.
For more info visit sierrajazzsociety.com. Pioneer Park Picnic Pops Concert- #2
Type of Event: Music / Concert. Event Location: Pioneer Park. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: FREE. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Under the direction of Cheryl Woldseth, the 60-member Nevada County Concert Band invites you to join us for the second of our three Pioneer Park Picnic Pops concerts
Make it a family tradition to enjoy a picnic concert with the Nevada County Concert Band! Expect a lively program, including toe-tapping marches, iconic Broadway hits, contemporary tunes, and much more.
Bring your friends, family, neighbors, and clubs to the park for a fun-filled evening of music with the official Nevada County band!!
The co…
Sunday, July 27, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
425 Nimrod St
Nevada City.
For more info visit nccb.org. Princess Mononoke 4K
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An epic masterpiece that has dazzled audiences worldwide with its breathtaking imagination, exhilarating battles, and deep humanity, PRINCESS MONONOKE returns to the theaters with a brand new 4K restoration! Inflicted with a deadly curse, the young warrior Ashitaka heads west in search of a cure. There, he stumbles into a bitter conflict between Lady Eboshi and the proud people of Iron Town, as well as the enigmatic Princess Mononoke, a young girl raised by wolves. The princess will stop at nothing to prevent the humans from destroying her home, and the forest spirits and animal gods who live there. *All Ghibli films are shown in their English-dubbed versions.
PG-13.
Price: 10.00. Phone: 530-265-8262. Email: info@theonyxtheatre.com. Type of Event: Film. Venue: The Nevada Theatre. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://booking.theonyxtheatre.com/tickets/756038/005288000003. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event description: NEVADA THEATRE 7/27: The Onyx Downtown at the Nevada Theatre is proud to present our third annual Studio Ghibli in July series, a celebration of the beloved Japanese animation studio’s greatest films for its 40th anniversary!
Sunday, July 27, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada Theatre
401 Broad Street
Nevada City, CA.
For more info visit booking.theonyxtheatre.com. Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Sunday, July 27, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Clay Sculpting Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Clay Sculpting: Bobble Heads & Sgraffito Creatures
Unleash your creativity in this hands-on clay sculpting workshop! Participants will learn the fundamentals of hand-building as they craft their very own whimsical bobble head sculpture to take home. Through step-by-step guidance, they’ll explore shaping techniques and bring their character to life with movement and expression.
In addition to bobble heads, students will discover the unique art of sgraffito, a technique that involves carving intricate designs into the clay’s surface for stunning decorative effects. Kids will dive into the process of creating imaginative creatures, gaining confidence in sculpting while customizing each creation with their own artistic flair.
This workshop is perfect for all skill levels—whether you’re a beginner or a young artist, you’ll leave with new skills, and a one-of-a-kind sculpture to proudly display!
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sh…
Price: $195. Phone: 5304462777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/clay-sculpting-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: Unleash your creativity in this hands-on clay sculpting workshop! Participants will learn the fundamentals of hand-building as they craft their very own whimsical bobble head sculpture to take home.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd. Bld9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Welding & Metal Art – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Discover the magical world of Metal Art Fabrication in this Summer Camp! Students will learn to MIG weld, use the plasma cutting torch and fabricate their own metal art project.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 13 – 17
4 Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm each day
$325
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $325. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/summer-camp-mig-welding-metal-art/. Age Range: Teens. Event description: Students will learn to MIG weld, use the plasma cutting torch and fabricate their own metal art project.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Watercolor classes
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Price: $140.00 for a series of 4 $45.00 drop ins. Phone: 530-305-5566. Email: cheri@artspioritstudios.com. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: Asif Studios. Event Location: ASiF Artists Studio. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Learn basic watercolor techniques while completing a 9X12 painting.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Asif Studios.
Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Welding & Metal Art – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Discover the magical world of Metal Art Fabrication in this Summer Camp! Students will learn to MIG weld, use the plasma cutting torch and fabricate their own metal art project.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 13 – 17
4 Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm each day
$325
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $325. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/summer-camp-mig-welding-metal-art/. Age Range: Teens. Event description: Students will learn to MIG weld, use the plasma cutting torch and fabricate their own metal art project.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Watercolor classes
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Price: $140.00 for a series of 4 $45.00 drop ins. Phone: 530-305-5566. Email: cheri@artspioritstudios.com. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: Asif Studios. Event Location: ASiF Artists Studio. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Learn basic watercolor techniques while completing a 9X12 painting.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Asif Studios.
Welding & Metal Art – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Discover the magical world of Metal Art Fabrication in this Summer Camp! Students will learn to MIG weld, use the plasma cutting torch and fabricate their own metal art project.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 13 – 17
4 Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm each day
$325
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $325. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/summer-camp-mig-welding-metal-art/. Age Range: Teens. Event description: Students will learn to MIG weld, use the plasma cutting torch and fabricate their own metal art project.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Playwriting Group
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All playwrights welcome! Whether playwriting is new to you or you're already an accomplished playwright, come join this on-going bi-weekly writers' group. We'll spend our time focusing on our writing, but with that magical element of doing so within the presence of others. Come discover the amazing experience of writing within the context of a group. Bring your computer, notebook, iPad, or whatever you like to use for writing. We share resources, discuss our goals and challenges, even provide feedback, but the primary focus of the group is to work on your own play! We'll do a check-in/discussion at the beginning of the meeting, then write in silence, and check-out at the end of our session. Contact Kimberly for the location and to answer any questions you may have.
Price: Free. Phone: 7072929498. Email: marionsfirebykimberly@gmail.com. Type of Event: Literary Arts. Theatre. Venue: Members homes. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. All Ages.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Sent upon request. (We meet in each other's homes.).
Connect, Meditate & Pray
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Are you feeling the need for more connection in these uncertain times? Join Rev. Julia on Zoom for connection, meditation and affirmative prayer. Give yourself a spiritual boost every Wednesday from 5:45-6:30 pm.
Price: Free. Phone: 530-274-1018. Email: office@sierracenter.org. Type of Event: Organizations and Facilities. Venue: Sierra Center for Spiritual Living. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Do you feel you could use a little extra support these days?
Life is changing rapidly all around us. Perhaps you have been feeling anxious, fearful, or powerless. During stressful times, it can be helpful to connect with a supportive and caring community.
Rev. Julia is inviting you to join us via zoom. We will co-create a mid-week space to connect, experience time for meditation and close with affirmative prayer.
You will have an opportunity to be heard, in addition to being reminded of the truth o…
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 5:45 PM – 6:30 PM.
ONLINE VIA Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87569078842?pwd=FPxlmEcPoGzuBX4jT16BUKGUaQ8ONW.
For more info visit us02web.zoom.us. Hot Summer Nights!
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Type of Event: Fair / Festival / Gala. Event Location: Downtown Nevada City. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: Free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Hot Summer Nights is a street festival of art and music, has been an annual tradition in this quaint, scenic-and sometimes quirky-community, for almost 30 years.
This free event takes place on three Wednesday evenings: July 16th, 23rd & 30th from 6-9:30pm.
During Hot Summer Nights, Nevada City’s landmark historic district is closed to vehicles and filled with art, food/beverages, classic cars, music & entertainment.
You’ll find dozens of vendors, 5 stages of entertainment, kids activities inclu…
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Historic downtown Nevada City.
Liquid Realms: An Underwater Photography Showcase Opens in May by Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott
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The public is invited to join the photographers for an opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This event provides a chance to meet the artists: Nicholas Berg, Chris Cornell, Marc Davis, Doug Novelly, and Don Scott, and discuss their diving experiences, learn about their equipment, and share their remarkable photography. The exhibit will be open to the public through the end of July.
Phone: 530-477-3360. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Event Location: Grass Valley. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: free. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: On May 5, a breathtaking exhibit, “Liquid Realms: an Underwater Photography Showcase” will greet visitors at the Edward Jones gallery in Grass Valley. Featuring 28 striking images taken by five award-winning and published photographers from Placer and Nevada Counties, the exhibit offers a glimpse into the underwater world of vivid colors, unique sea creatures and fascinating behaviors.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Edward Jones Gallery
580 Brunswick Ave, Grass Valley.
Welding & Metal Art – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Discover the magical world of Metal Art Fabrication in this Summer Camp! Students will learn to MIG weld, use the plasma cutting torch and fabricate their own metal art project.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 13 – 17
4 Day Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm each day
$325
Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $325. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/summer-camp-mig-welding-metal-art/. Age Range: Teens. Event description: Students will learn to MIG weld, use the plasma cutting torch and fabricate their own metal art project.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Painting with Chappy – Personalized Instruction
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Painting with Chappy Valentine. In-depth personalized instruction into the subject matter of your choice.
Class Details:
Schedule: Four 3-hour sessions (12 hours total)
Cost: $198 for the public
Level: Suitable for beginners and experienced painters
Class Overview
Explore the art of painting in this fun and immersive four-session workshop! Using a simple and effective four-step approach, you’ll learn how to bring any subject to life—whether it’s a portrait, a wildflower-filled landscape, or a captivating still life. Over four weeks, you’ll gain a broader understanding of composition, color, value, and texture, ending the series with a completed painting you’re proud of. Guided by Chappy, you’ll receive personalized instruction tailored to your creative vision.
What You’ll Learn:
A straightforward four-step painting process
Principles of composition, color, value, and texture
How to translate your chosen subject into a successful painting
What to Bring:
Any…
Price: $198. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/paint-what-you-want/. Age Range: Adult. Seniors. Event description: Explore the art of painting in this fun and immersive four-session workshop!
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bld 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Artist Talk: Lynn Hershman Leeson on “Of Humans, Cyborgs and AI”
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Price: $15 General $10 Members $13 Student. Type of Event: Film. Venue: Nevada Museum of Art. City/Area: Reno, NV. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Step into the captivating world of groundbreaking artist and filmmaker Lynn Hershman Leeson as she takes you on a journey through her visionary career. In this conversation facilitated by Senior Curator of Contemporary Art, Apsara DiQuinzio, Lynn explores the themes and innovations that define her work, diving into the intersection of humanity, technology, and artificial intelligence. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear her insights in relation to her thought-provoking exhibition, Lynn Hershman Leeson: Of Hu…
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit www.nevadaart.org. Karaoke - Grass Valley Brewing Co.
It’s Karaoke Night at GVBC with DJ Kenn! You know what that means; bring your song choices, your voice and your friends. We’ve got the DJ, the tunes and the beer. It’s going to be a great time, come on down and sing your heart out! All ages welcome.
Type of Event: Beer / Wine / Food. Music / Concert. Event Location: Downtown Grass Valley. Other Location: Grass Valley Brewing Co. City/Area: Grass Valley. Event Details: It’s Karaoke Night at GVBC with DJ Kenn!
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
141 E Main St, Grass Valley, CA.
For more info visit www.gvbrew.com. Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
#socialsketch + #write_on
Type of Event: Visual Art / Gallery. Children / Family. Beer / Wine / Food. City/Area: Truckee. Price: $1. Online Ticket: www.ateliertruckee.com. Age Range: All Ages.
Friday, August 1, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Atelier
10128 Donner Pass Rd.
Kids Night Out
Type of Event: Children / Family. Health / Wellbeing. Theatre / Film. City/Area: Truckee. Price: $20 in advance, required at least one day in advance. Age Range: Children.
Friday, August 1, 2025, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Northwoods Clubhouse, Tahoe Donner
Truckee.
First Fridays
Type of Event: Music / Concert. Beer / Wine / Food. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Free. Online Ticket: N/A. Age Range: All Ages.
Friday, August 1, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Historic Downtown Truckee.
For more info visit www.historictruckee.com. First Friday Art Walk
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Type of Event: Fair / Festival / Gala. Event Location: Downtown Nevada City. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: Free. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: Nevada City’s thriving arts community comes alive during First Friday Artwalk. Local artisan boutiques, shops, wine tasting rooms and eateries feature local artists at live events throughout the evening. The event showcases both established and emerging artists, creating space for engagement between artist and art lover.
The First Friday Art Walk runs the first Friday of each month from June through August from 6-9pm. Please note the July 2025 Art Walk falls on the second Friday of the month due to Indep…
Friday, August 1, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Nevada City Historic Downtown District.
Shrek Jr. The Musical!
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Price: $12-23. Phone: 530-274-8384. Email: boxoffice@thecenterforthearts.org. Type of Event: Literary Arts. Theatre. Venue: The Center for the Arts. Event Location: Center for the Arts. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: https://thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/?_gl=1*1swjziu*_gcl_au*NjUxNTE3MTczLjE3MzkyMjE4NjA.*_ga*MTMzODE2ODExNS4xNzM5MjIxODYw*_ga_78DP8LK1N2*MTc0NjQ2NjQ1OC40My4xLjE3NDY0NjgwNzIuMjUuMC40OTQ1MDk4MjY.#/events/a0SUZ000003Am1d2AC. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Presented by: The Main Stage Playmakers
Directed by David Endacott- Hicks
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR. based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad,…
Friday, August 1, 2025, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Center for the Arts | 314 W. Main Street, Grass Valley, CA.
For more info visit thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com. Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Friday, August 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
STEAM Exploration Saturdays
Type of Event: Children / Family. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online Ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age Range: All Ages.
Saturday, August 2, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kidzone Museum
11711 Donner Pass Rd
Truckee, CA 96161.
Saturday Get Behind the Wheel Ceramics
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Get Behind A Wheel – Pottery Wheel Class for beginners and advanced students with Pam Montalbano
6 class series – Saturday Mornings, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
This workshop is for all levels (beginners welcome) who wish to develop and sharpen their pottery-throwing skills on the Potter’s Wheel. We will go over the basics of wedging, centering, pulling, and trimming but also cover how to throw bowls and plates. Everyone is guaranteed to leap a pot. Make that special pot that shows the sudden uptick in your skills. Enjoy playing with clay and making ceramic pottery with your own unique flair. All clay and materials included.
Ages: 16+
Price: $216 + $55 materials PUBLIC = $271
Class 4 minimum/8 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet the minimum, the class will be rescheduled)
Pre-registration required.
Price: $271. Phone: 530-446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/get-behind-a-wheel-ceramics/. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event description: This workshop is for all levels (beginners welcome) who wish to develop and sharpen their pottery-throwing skills on the Potter’s Wheel. We will go over the basics of wedging, centering, pulling, and trimming but also cover how to throw bowls and plates. Everyone is guaranteed to leap a pot.
Saturday, August 2, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Shrek Jr. The Musical!
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Price: $12-23. Phone: 530-274-8384. Email: boxoffice@thecenterforthearts.org. Type of Event: Literary Arts. Theatre. Venue: The Center for the Arts. Event Location: Center for the Arts. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: https://thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/?_gl=1*1swjziu*_gcl_au*NjUxNTE3MTczLjE3MzkyMjE4NjA.*_ga*MTMzODE2ODExNS4xNzM5MjIxODYw*_ga_78DP8LK1N2*MTc0NjQ2NjQ1OC40My4xLjE3NDY0NjgwNzIuMjUuMC40OTQ1MDk4MjY.#/events/a0SUZ000003Am1d2AC. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Presented by: The Main Stage Playmakers
Directed by David Endacott- Hicks
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR. based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad,…
Saturday, August 2, 2025, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Center for the Arts | 314 W. Main Street, Grass Valley, CA.
For more info visit thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com. Present Laughter sizzles onstage at the Nevada Theatre!
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Present Laughter follows the theatrical chaos surrounding Garry Essendine—a self-absorbed actor whose life is as hilariously complicated as any farce. Between adoring fans, ex-wives, aspiring playwrights, and would-be lovers all vying for his attention, Garry must navigate a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and theatrical mishaps that threaten to upstage his carefully crafted persona.
Noël Coward, the master of sophisticated comedy, wrote Present Laughter as a semi-autobiographical romp that skewers the theatrical world with razor-sharp wit and impeccable timing. Known for his ability to blend biting social commentary with irresistible charm, Coward’s comedy sparkles with clever dialogue and delightfully outrageous situations.
"Coward's genius lies in his ability to make us laugh at characters we recognize—the vanity, the ego, the beautiful absurdity of people in love with themselves and their drama," says director Scott Gilbert. "This play crackles with energy and wit that feels as fresh today as it did…
Type of Event: Comedy / Improv. Theatre / Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 15 - 32. Online Ticket: https://sierrastages.thundertix.com/events/245657. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event Details: When: Fri - Sat @ 7:30pm / Sun @ 2pm / Thur July 31st @ 7:30
Dates: July 10 - August 2
Where: The Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City
Tickets: $15 - 32.
Saturday, August 2, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada City, CA.
Seniors Pancake Breakfast
Type of Event: Health / Wellbeing. Beer / Wine / Food. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Adults $7, Children $3. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Join us in the community room at the Truckee Donner Senior Apartments for pancakes, eggs and bacon or sausage. Breakfast is prepared each month by one of the Community Non-Profit service organizations.
Sunday, August 3, 2025, 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Senior Services
10040 Estates Dr
Truckee, CA.
Penn Valley Farmers Market
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Penn Valley Farmers' Market
Sundays, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
May 4th to October 26th
At the Solar Array.
Type of Event: Beer / Wine / Food. Children / Family. Community. Event Location: Western Gateway Park. City/Area: Penn Valley. Price: 0. Age Range: All Ages. Event Details: The 2025 Penn Valley Farmers' Market begins on Sunday, May 4th! We're so excited! This year the Farmers' Market will be on Sundays, from May 4th to October 26th. Great selection of foods, crafts, body products, etc. We will have our wonderful certified producers as well as Wyld Tiger Sourdough, Calolea Olive Oil, High Mountain Grill, Zena Hummus, Naan Tikka, Reflections for You Jewelry, Sweet & Savory, Habibi Bites and more! Come for breakfast or lunch and stock up on your favorite fruits and vegetables!
Sunday, August 3, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
18560 Penn Valley Drive
Penn Valley 95946.
For more info visit bit.ly. Ceramics 101 – Mud Therapy
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Join us at The Curious Forge for Sunday Ceramics with Bob Davis!
6-Week Ceramics Class Series | 18 Hours of Instruction
Discover the joy of working with clay in this immersive 6-week ceramics class at The Curious Forge! Whether you’re brand new to ceramics or looking to expand your skills, this class with instructor Bob Davis is designed to give you a well-rounded understanding of this dynamic medium.
You’ll explore a variety of techniques, including:
Potter’s Wheel – Learn the fundamentals of throwing and shaping clay.
Hand-Building – Create unique forms using slabs, coils, and extruders.
Surface Design & Embellishment – Experiment with textures, patterns, and finishing techniques.
Throughout the course, you’ll craft a variety of functional and decorative pieces—choose from sushi plates, tapas servers, cups, spoon rests, succulent planters, and more! By the end of the series, you’ll gain confidence in your skills and discover which techniques inspire you most.
No experience? N…
Price: $379. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/sunday-ceramics/. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event description: Discover the joy of working with clay in this immersive 6-week ceramics class at The Curious Forge! Whether you’re brand new to ceramics or looking to expand your skills, this class with instructor Bob Davis is designed to give you a well-rounded understanding of this dynamic medium.
Sunday, August 3, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bld 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Shrek Jr. The Musical!
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Price: $12-23. Phone: 530-274-8384. Email: boxoffice@thecenterforthearts.org. Type of Event: Literary Arts. Theatre. Venue: The Center for the Arts. Event Location: Center for the Arts. City/Area: Grass Valley. Online Ticket: https://thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/?_gl=1*1swjziu*_gcl_au*NjUxNTE3MTczLjE3MzkyMjE4NjA.*_ga*MTMzODE2ODExNS4xNzM5MjIxODYw*_ga_78DP8LK1N2*MTc0NjQ2NjQ1OC40My4xLjE3NDY0NjgwNzIuMjUuMC40OTQ1MDk4MjY.#/events/a0SUZ000003Am1d2AC. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Presented by: The Main Stage Playmakers
Directed by David Endacott- Hicks
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR. based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad,…
Sunday, August 3, 2025, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Center for the Arts | 314 W. Main Street, Grass Valley, CA.
For more info visit thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com. Cat Video Fest 2025
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Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CATVIDEOFEST 2025, a compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses. The #1 feline film festival is not to be missed, and won't be available anywhere but in theaters! Tickets for this fundraiser are $15.
Price: 15.00. Phone: 530-265-8262. Email: info@theonyxtheatre.com. Type of Event: Film. Venue: The Nevada Theatre. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://booking.theonyxtheatre.com/tickets/756038/005289000003. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. All Ages. Event description: NEVADA THEATRE 8/3: CATVIDEOFEST is back! Join The Onyx Downtown for a fun, family-friendly event that raises money for local cats in need. This evening will be a fundraiser for Sammie's Friends.
Sunday, August 3, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Nevada Theatre
401 Broad Street
Nevada City, CA.
For more info visit booking.theonyxtheatre.com. Fiber Arts & Felting Magic – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Discover the Joy of working with Fiber Arts and making a unique craft project!
Participants will learn the art of processing wool into art with natural dyeing, spinning yarn and wet felting! With water, soap, and agitation students will culminate the week with a beautiful handmade pouch. Perfect for beginners and experience fiber artisans alike.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 7+
4-Day Youth Summer Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$195
Class 4 minimum/8 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $195. Phone: 530-446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/fiber-arts-felting-magic-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: Participants will learn the art of processing wool into art with natural dyeing, spinning yarn and wet felting!
Monday, August 4, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Figurine Creations Youth Maker XD Summer Campummer Camp
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Unleash your creativity in this hands-on summer camp for teens! Participants will learn how to sculpt detailed figurines using polymer clay. Once sculpted, pieces will be baked and finished with acrylic paints to bring their creations to life.
This four-day camp offers an engaging mix of sculpting techniques, artistic expression, and fun in a supportive, teen-friendly environment. No experience needed—just imagination and a willingness to get your hands dirty!
Our classes are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 13+
4-Day Youth Maker XD Summer Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 1:00 to 4:00 PM each day
$205
Class 4 minimum/8 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $205. Phone: 530-446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/figurine-creations-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Teens. Event description: Participants will learn how to sculpt detailed figurines using polymer clay.
Monday, August 4, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Watercolor classes
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Price: $140.00 for a series of 4 $45.00 drop ins. Phone: 530-305-5566. Email: cheri@artspioritstudios.com. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: Asif Studios. Event Location: ASiF Artists Studio. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Learn basic watercolor techniques while completing a 9X12 painting.
Monday, August 4, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Asif Studios.
Monday Night Ceramics – Pottery Wheel & Hand building
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Engage your mind and come play with clay in this Class! In this comprehensive Ceramics and Pottery Class, we will explore both hand-building techniques and pottery wheel skills to create functional and non-functional ceramics and pottery projects. Join us at The Curious Forge and let your creativity flourish in our supportive and inspiring environment!
Class Overview:
Hand-Building Techniques: Use slabs, coils, and textures to craft unique ceramic pieces.
Pottery Wheel Exploration: Develop and sharpen your pottery-throwing skills on the Potter’s Wheel. We will cover the basics of wedging, centering, pulling, and trimming, as well as how to throw bowls and plates.
What’s Included:
Clay, glazing, and firings are included in the materials fee.
Everyone is guaranteed to complete a pot, showcasing their improved skills.
Enjoy making ceramic pottery with your own unique flair.
Details:
6-class series – Monday Nights from 6:00 – 8:00 PM
All Levels Welcome: This works…
Price: $271. Phone: (530) 446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/monday-night-ceramics-handbuilding-wheel-exploration/. Age Range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Event description: In this comprehensive Ceramics and Pottery Class, we will explore both hand-building techniques and pottery wheel skills to create functional and non-functional ceramics and pottery projects.
Monday, August 4, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bld 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Fiber Arts & Felting Magic – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Discover the Joy of working with Fiber Arts and making a unique craft project!
Participants will learn the art of processing wool into art with natural dyeing, spinning yarn and wet felting! With water, soap, and agitation students will culminate the week with a beautiful handmade pouch. Perfect for beginners and experience fiber artisans alike.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 7+
4-Day Youth Summer Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$195
Class 4 minimum/8 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $195. Phone: 530-446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/fiber-arts-felting-magic-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: Participants will learn the art of processing wool into art with natural dyeing, spinning yarn and wet felting!
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Figurine Creations Youth Maker XD Summer Campummer Camp
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Unleash your creativity in this hands-on summer camp for teens! Participants will learn how to sculpt detailed figurines using polymer clay. Once sculpted, pieces will be baked and finished with acrylic paints to bring their creations to life.
This four-day camp offers an engaging mix of sculpting techniques, artistic expression, and fun in a supportive, teen-friendly environment. No experience needed—just imagination and a willingness to get your hands dirty!
Our classes are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 13+
4-Day Youth Maker XD Summer Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 1:00 to 4:00 PM each day
$205
Class 4 minimum/8 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $205. Phone: 530-446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/figurine-creations-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Teens. Event description: Participants will learn how to sculpt detailed figurines using polymer clay.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Fiber Arts & Felting Magic – Youth Maker XD Summer Camp
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Discover the Joy of working with Fiber Arts and making a unique craft project!
Participants will learn the art of processing wool into art with natural dyeing, spinning yarn and wet felting! With water, soap, and agitation students will culminate the week with a beautiful handmade pouch. Perfect for beginners and experience fiber artisans alike.
Our camps are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 7+
4-Day Youth Summer Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day
$195
Class 4 minimum/8 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $195. Phone: 530-446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/fiber-arts-felting-magic-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Children. Event description: Participants will learn the art of processing wool into art with natural dyeing, spinning yarn and wet felting!
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Watercolor classes
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Price: $140.00 for a series of 4 $45.00 drop ins. Phone: 530-305-5566. Email: cheri@artspioritstudios.com. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Venue: Asif Studios. Event Location: ASiF Artists Studio. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Learn basic watercolor techniques while completing a 9X12 painting.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Asif Studios.
Figurine Creations Youth Maker XD Summer Campummer Camp
Tourism
Unleash your creativity in this hands-on summer camp for teens! Participants will learn how to sculpt detailed figurines using polymer clay. Once sculpted, pieces will be baked and finished with acrylic paints to bring their creations to life.
This four-day camp offers an engaging mix of sculpting techniques, artistic expression, and fun in a supportive, teen-friendly environment. No experience needed—just imagination and a willingness to get your hands dirty!
Our classes are designed to be both fun and educational, with experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills and knowledge with young people. We take great care to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can feel valued and supported.
Ages 13+
4-Day Youth Maker XD Summer Camp | 3 hours a day
Monday – Thursday, 1:00 to 4:00 PM each day
$205
Class 4 minimum/8 maximum participants – (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled).
Price: $205. Phone: 530-446-2777. Email: spark@thecuriousforge.org. Type of Event: Art & Gallery. Visual Arts. Venue: The Curious Forge. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: https://thecuriousforge.org/product/figurine-creations-youth-maker-xd-summer-camp/. Age Range: Teens. Event description: Participants will learn how to sculpt detailed figurines using polymer clay.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Curious Forge
13024 Bitney Springs Rd Bldg 9
Nevada City, CA 95959.
For more info visit thecuriousforge.org. Connect, Meditate & Pray
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Are you feeling the need for more connection in these uncertain times? Join Rev. Julia on Zoom for connection, meditation and affirmative prayer. Give yourself a spiritual boost every Wednesday from 5:45-6:30 pm.
Price: Free. Phone: 530-274-1018. Email: office@sierracenter.org. Type of Event: Organizations and Facilities. Venue: Sierra Center for Spiritual Living. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Do you feel you could use a little extra support these days?
Life is changing rapidly all around us. Perhaps you have been feeling anxious, fearful, or powerless. During stressful times, it can be helpful to connect with a supportive and caring community.
Rev. Julia is inviting you to join us via zoom. We will co-create a mid-week space to connect, experience time for meditation and close with affirmative prayer.
You will have an opportunity to be heard, in addition to being reminded of the truth o…
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 5:45 PM – 6:30 PM.
ONLINE VIA Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87569078842?pwd=FPxlmEcPoGzuBX4jT16BUKGUaQ8ONW.
For more info visit us02web.zoom.us.