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Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com The most relaxed, most welcoming open mic in Western Nevada County. Venues: Seven Stars Gallery. Category: Literary. Live Music. Family Friendly. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $5 suggested donation - no one excluded. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Monday, October 5, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.

Paula Cole

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Paula Cole returns to the stage with THIS FIRE: 30—a special anniversary tour celebrating three decades of This Fire. A Grammy-winning singer-songwriter known for her fearless writing and genre-blending sound, Cole broke boundaries with songs that were both deeply personal and universally resonant. On THIS FIRE: 30, Paula will perform This Fire in its entirety—revisiting the era-defining music that sparked a generation and bringing new life, nuance, and power to the songs fans have carried with them for decades. Expect an intimate, emotionally charged performance that honors the original spirit of the album while showcasing the artistry and perspective she’s continued to evolve. Spanning 50+ markets across the US, the UK, and Europe, THIS FIRE: 30 marks a major touring moment for Paula Cole—one of her most far-reaching runs in years—celebrating a classic album and the enduring connection it created with listeners around the world. Venues: The Center for the Arts. Category: Live Music. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $48-68. Online ticket: https://thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SUZ0000059Ndd2AE. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

Playwriting Group

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Theater / Theatre. Literary. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Members homes.

Phoenix Nights Ladies Only Sauna

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Women gathering to sweat, unite and rejuvenate. Join us for this time to support and lift each other up. The space is available to gather outdoors on our comfortable back deck, with the intention of self-care and simply enjoying each other's company. Bring a beverage or snack if you wish. Let us know if you are interested in leading a free 10-60 minute activity, talk, meditation or movement on one of these Wednesdays. We hope to provide a space where you feel safe, nourished and loved. Please reserve a space for yourself or call ahead to confirm availability. Max 12 women. Every Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm. $20 Price includes 2 hours of steam and infrared sauna use. Towel/Sarong/Robe rentals are $2 each. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $20. Online ticket: https://www.mytime.com/mkp/56438/55953?t=1634144795253&themeColor=%238b0000&themeContrastColor=%23ffffff&headerType=1&referrer=newbookingwidget&classes=false&selectedDeals%5B%5D=258566&mobility=1&employeeGender=all. Age range: Adult. Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Vela Massage Retreat 763B South Auburn Street Grass Valley CA 95945. For more info visit www.velamassageretreat.com.

Karaoke - Grass Valley Brewing Co.

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Food & Drink. Live Music. City/Area: Grass Valley. Thursday, October 8, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Grass Valley Brewing Co 141 E Main St, Grass Valley, CA. For more info visit www.gvbrew.com.

Cars and coffee grass valley

Cars and coffee grass valley is a weekly car event at daily donuts in the McKnight crossing shopping center every Saturday morning from 7 to 10. Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. McKnight crossing shopping center.

Geometric Yoga for Self-healing

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Geometric Yoga - Functional Movement. Foundational Health. Self-healing! Each class teaches you how posture, breath, and movement directly impact your organs, immune system, and energy levels. We are committed to our mission of teaching those who seek self-knowledge and are interested in learning self-healing, we value our students' time and we encourage reservations.Please be kind to register.At the end of each class we reserve few minutes to answer questions about health & bodywork. Venues: Inner Path. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $15. Online ticket: Reservations at https://holisticeye.com/yoga-class-reservations. Age range: Adult. Seniors. Teens. Saturday, October 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. For more info visit holisticeye.com.

STEAM Exploration Saturdays

ost: $35/day if you sign up for 3 or more Saturdays a month $45/day if you sign-up for 1 or 2 days a month $50 same day drop-in upon availability. KidZone Museum Members receive 10% discount STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. Science & Art: Bubbles, oil, salt, crystals and watercolor. Discover how creative you can be. Technology & Engineering: make things move with animation, toys and circuits. Have a blast experiencing how math can help your artistic designs. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, October 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kidzone Museum 11711 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161.

Ananda Family Yoga Fest

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Ananda Village is delighted to announce the Annual Ananda Family Yoga Fest. All are welcome. Nestled in the serene backdrop of Ananda Village, 14618 Tyler Foote Road, the fest is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, (rain or shine). This fall Family Yoga Fest is designed for children of all ages. It’s an invitation to explore yoga through playful and engaging activities such as: -Pumpkins, Hay bales, Arts, Crafts, Journaling & Gifts -Brief Meditations & Simple Yoga Postures -Face Painting & Activity Passport for kids -Sing-a-longs, Blacksmithing, Storytelling, Kirtan, Fiddlers & Games -Puppet Theater of Consciousness, Sharing Nature® Activities, & Yogota Goat! -Food booths include: Pressed Apple Juice, Chocolates, Churros, Caramel Apples & Organic Cuisine, -Master’s Market Bakery & Deli will be open for lunch or snacks. Other booths include: -Living Wisdom School, -Education for Life International, -Ananda College, -Ananda Seclusion Retreat, -Expanding Light Retrea… Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. Family Friendly. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 5-11 (under age 5 free). Online ticket: https://crystalhermitage.ticketspice.com/family-yoga-fest-2025. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, October 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Ananda Village - Market Grounds 14618 Tyler Foote Road Nevada City, CA 95959. For more info visit anandavillage.org.

Word Jam

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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 For more information call 530-386-3901. Category: Classes & Workshops. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Sunday, October 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Dark Hose Coffee 10009 W River St Truckee, CA 96161.

Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic

Good Morning Truckee

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Classes & Workshops. Fundraiser / Gala. Health & Wellness. 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. Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM. Tahoe Truckee Airport.

Phoenix Nights Ladies Only Sauna

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Women gathering to sweat, unite and rejuvenate. Join us for this time to support and lift each other up. The space is available to gather outdoors on our comfortable back deck, with the intention of self-care and simply enjoying each other's company. Bring a beverage or snack if you wish. Let us know if you are interested in leading a free 10-60 minute activity, talk, meditation or movement on one of these Wednesdays. We hope to provide a space where you feel safe, nourished and loved. Please reserve a space for yourself or call ahead to confirm availability. Max 12 women. Every Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm. $20 Price includes 2 hours of steam and infrared sauna use. Towel/Sarong/Robe rentals are $2 each. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $20. Online ticket: https://www.mytime.com/mkp/56438/55953?t=1634144795253&themeColor=%238b0000&themeContrastColor=%23ffffff&headerType=1&referrer=newbookingwidget&classes=false&selectedDeals%5B%5D=258566&mobility=1&employeeGender=all. Age range: Adult. Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Vela Massage Retreat 763B South Auburn Street Grass Valley CA 95945. For more info visit www.velamassageretreat.com.

Know Thyself Retreat - Founder's Cohort

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com You know the pattern by now. The work abandoned at eighty percent. The fee quoted too low. The submission never sent. Know Thyself shows you the mechanism driving it, then teaches you to source your work and your life from your Essential Self. Your conditioning stops making your decisions. Gabriel Sakakeeny built this method over 40 years with more than 30,000 creatives in business, performing and visual arts, and spiritual practitioners East and West. For additional information, please call 530 264 8810. Category: Author Event. Classes & Workshops. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $2,400. Online ticket: https://buy.stripe.com/5kQeVd94d3l1elsai70kE05. Age range: Adult. Seniors. Friday, October 16, 2026 – Sunday, October 18, 2026. Moonrise on Mill Street Inn 107 Main St Nevada City CA 95959. For more info visit www.subtlepowerway.com.

Cars and coffee grass valley

Cars and coffee grass valley is a weekly car event at daily donuts in the McKnight crossing shopping center every Saturday morning from 7 to 10. Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, October 17, 2026, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. McKnight crossing shopping center.

Grass Valley Nevada City Sports Card & Pokemon TCG HALLOWEEN Expo

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com GRASS VALLEY, NEVADA CITY & AUBURN… WHO’S READY FOR A FAMILY DAY OF CARDS, COSTUMES & HALLOWEEN FUN?! Because on Saturday, October 17th, we’re taking over the Nevada County Fairgrounds from 9AM–5PM with 150+ tables and vendors full of fun forcollectors, kids, families, and anyone who thinks October is the best month of the year. 🏀 Sports Cards ⚡ Pokémon & TCG 🧸 Toys, candy & more! 🍬 Table-to-table Trick-or-Treating! 🎁 Every kid gets at least ONE free giveaway while supplies last! 🏆 Kids costume contest with prizes! Think Trunk-or-Treat… but surrounded by cards! Come hunt for your next favorite card while the kids trick-or-treat from table to table! Whether you're chasing a sports card, looking for Pokémon, bringing the family for some Halloween fun, or just want an excuse to wear that costume you've been planning since July… we want you there! 🎃 Costumes & cosplay are encouraged for EVERYONE! 😊 Face paint? Absolutely! 🚫 Masks? Please leave… Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $3-$10. Online ticket: https://AuburnGVNCCardShow.eventbrite.com. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Nevada County Fairgrounds 11228 McCourtney Rd Grass Valley, CA 95949. For more info visit auburngvnccardshow.eventbrite.com.

Geometric Yoga for Self-healing

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Geometric Yoga - Functional Movement. Foundational Health. Self-healing! Each class teaches you how posture, breath, and movement directly impact your organs, immune system, and energy levels. We are committed to our mission of teaching those who seek self-knowledge and are interested in learning self-healing, we value our students' time and we encourage reservations.Please be kind to register.At the end of each class we reserve few minutes to answer questions about health & bodywork. Venues: Inner Path. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $15. Online ticket: Reservations at https://holisticeye.com/yoga-class-reservations. Age range: Adult. Seniors. Teens. Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. For more info visit holisticeye.com.

STEAM Exploration Saturdays

ost: $35/day if you sign up for 3 or more Saturdays a month $45/day if you sign-up for 1 or 2 days a month $50 same day drop-in upon availability. KidZone Museum Members receive 10% discount STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. Science & Art: Bubbles, oil, salt, crystals and watercolor. Discover how creative you can be. Technology & Engineering: make things move with animation, toys and circuits. Have a blast experiencing how math can help your artistic designs. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kidzone Museum 11711 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161.

Historic Walks of Nevada City

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Take a Free Historic Walking Tour of Nevada City with local Historian Terry McAteer. This four block tour takes about 1 1/4 hours and begins and ends at Miners Foundry. You will leave with a much better understanding of the architecture, history and characters of this Gold Rush town. Tour starts at 10 am on the following dates: April 11th, May 16th, June 20th, July 18th, Aug 15th and Sept 19th. Venues: Miners Foundry Cultural Center. Category: History / Heritage. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM.

Sound Blessings With Robin

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Join in a magical sound experience created from crystal singing bowls, voice and other instruments. Your personally requested blessing will be infused into the sound. Lay back, relax and float on the vibrations. Venues: Inner Path. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: Suggested Donation: $10-$35. Age range: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, October 17, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Tony Yun, piano presented by InConcert Sierra

The impressive Canadian-born pianist, Tony Siqi Yun, took the Gold Medal at the 2019 China International Music Competition and received the 2023 Lotto-Förderpreis from the Rheingau Music Festival. Now a sought-after soloist and recitalist, he has been hailed as a “poet of the keyboard” (Pianist Magazine). Category: Live Music. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $50 - $5 (limited youth tickets with paid adult). Online ticket: https://www.simpletix.com/e/tony-yun-piano-tickets-267399. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Sunday, October 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Seventh-day Adventist Church 12889 Osborne Hill Road Grass Valley, California 95945. For more info visit www.inconcertsierra.org.

Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic

Spring Street Swing Out

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 🎶 Get Ready to Swing the Night Away! 💃🕺 Join us for our monthly Swing Dance & Lindy Hop Night – a high-energy evening filled with music, movement, and community fun! 🕕 Intro Lesson: 6–7 PM – Perfect for beginners! No experience or partner needed. 🎉 Social Dance to follow – Dance the night away with fellow swing lovers! 💵 Tickets: • $10 – DJ Nights (6pm-9pm) • $15 – Live Band Nights (6pm-10pm) 🎓 Students: $5 off with valid ID! 🎷Check our calendar for upcoming live band nights and special events: 👉 nevadacountyswings.org Whether you're stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or you're a Lindy pro, there's a spot for you. See you there! Category: Live Music. Health & Wellness. Family Friendly. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 5-15. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 212 Spring Street Nevada City, CA 95959.

Spring Street Swing Out

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Join us for our monthly Swing Dance & Lindy Hop Night – a high-energy evening filled with music, movement, and community fun! 🕕 Intro Lesson: 6–7 PM – Perfect for beginners! No experience or partner needed. 🎉 Social Dance to follow – Dance the night away with fellow swing lovers! 💵 Tickets: • $10 – DJ Nights (6pm-9pm) • $15 – Live Band Nights (6pm-10pm) 🎓 Students: $5 off with valid ID! 🎷Check our calendar for upcoming live band nights and special events: 👉 nevadacountyswings.org Whether you're stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or you're a Lindy pro, there's a spot for you. See you there! Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $5-$15. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 212 Spring Street Nevada City, CA 95959.

Playwriting Group

Phoenix Nights Ladies Only Sauna

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Women gathering to sweat, unite and rejuvenate. Join us for this time to support and lift each other up. The space is available to gather outdoors on our comfortable back deck, with the intention of self-care and simply enjoying each other's company. Bring a beverage or snack if you wish. Let us know if you are interested in leading a free 10-60 minute activity, talk, meditation or movement on one of these Wednesdays. We hope to provide a space where you feel safe, nourished and loved. Please reserve a space for yourself or call ahead to confirm availability. Max 12 women. Every Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm. $20 Price includes 2 hours of steam and infrared sauna use. Towel/Sarong/Robe rentals are $2 each. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $20. Online ticket: https://www.mytime.com/mkp/56438/55953?t=1634144795253&themeColor=%238b0000&themeContrastColor=%23ffffff&headerType=1&referrer=newbookingwidget&classes=false&selectedDeals%5B%5D=258566&mobility=1&employeeGender=all. Age range: Adult. Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Vela Massage Retreat 763B South Auburn Street Grass Valley CA 95945. For more info visit www.velamassageretreat.com.

Karaoke - Grass Valley Brewing Co.

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Food & Drink. Live Music. City/Area: Grass Valley. Thursday, October 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Grass Valley Brewing Co 141 E Main St, Grass Valley, CA. For more info visit www.gvbrew.com.

Cars and coffee grass valley

Cars and coffee grass valley is a weekly car event at daily donuts in the McKnight crossing shopping center every Saturday morning from 7 to 10. Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, October 24, 2026, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. McKnight crossing shopping center.

Geometric Yoga for Self-healing

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Geometric Yoga - Functional Movement. Foundational Health. Self-healing! Each class teaches you how posture, breath, and movement directly impact your organs, immune system, and energy levels. We are committed to our mission of teaching those who seek self-knowledge and are interested in learning self-healing, we value our students' time and we encourage reservations.Please be kind to register.At the end of each class we reserve few minutes to answer questions about health & bodywork. Venues: Inner Path. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $15. Online ticket: Reservations at https://holisticeye.com/yoga-class-reservations. Age range: Adult. Seniors. Teens. Saturday, October 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. For more info visit holisticeye.com.

STEAM Exploration Saturdays

ost: $35/day if you sign up for 3 or more Saturdays a month $45/day if you sign-up for 1 or 2 days a month $50 same day drop-in upon availability. KidZone Museum Members receive 10% discount STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. Science & Art: Bubbles, oil, salt, crystals and watercolor. Discover how creative you can be. Technology & Engineering: make things move with animation, toys and circuits. Have a blast experiencing how math can help your artistic designs. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, October 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kidzone Museum 11711 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161.

Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic

Phoenix Nights Ladies Only Sauna

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Women gathering to sweat, unite and rejuvenate. Join us for this time to support and lift each other up. The space is available to gather outdoors on our comfortable back deck, with the intention of self-care and simply enjoying each other's company. Bring a beverage or snack if you wish. Let us know if you are interested in leading a free 10-60 minute activity, talk, meditation or movement on one of these Wednesdays. We hope to provide a space where you feel safe, nourished and loved. Please reserve a space for yourself or call ahead to confirm availability. Max 12 women. Every Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm. $20 Price includes 2 hours of steam and infrared sauna use. Towel/Sarong/Robe rentals are $2 each. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $20. Online ticket: https://www.mytime.com/mkp/56438/55953?t=1634144795253&themeColor=%238b0000&themeContrastColor=%23ffffff&headerType=1&referrer=newbookingwidget&classes=false&selectedDeals%5B%5D=258566&mobility=1&employeeGender=all. Age range: Adult. Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Vela Massage Retreat 763B South Auburn Street Grass Valley CA 95945. For more info visit www.velamassageretreat.com.

SAFE TRICK or TREAT for Preschoolers

Join us in Downtown Grass Valley for Safe Trick-or-Treat for preschoolers on Friday, October 30th, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM! Downtown will be open for shopping and photo ops with Halloween characters, decorations, and murals on display. Shop in costume! Local Restaurants will be featuring seasonal goodies. Enjoy all the photo opportunities with the amazing Halloween decorations, and share #grassvalley #grassvalleyhalloween if you post on social media. Happy Halloween! Category: Family Friendly. Holiday. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Friday, October 30, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Downtown Grass Valley.

Cars and coffee grass valley

Cars and coffee grass valley is a weekly car event at daily donuts in the McKnight crossing shopping center every Saturday morning from 7 to 10. Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, October 31, 2026, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. McKnight crossing shopping center.

Geometric Yoga for Self-healing

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Geometric Yoga - Functional Movement. Foundational Health. Self-healing! Each class teaches you how posture, breath, and movement directly impact your organs, immune system, and energy levels. We are committed to our mission of teaching those who seek self-knowledge and are interested in learning self-healing, we value our students' time and we encourage reservations.Please be kind to register.At the end of each class we reserve few minutes to answer questions about health & bodywork. Venues: Inner Path. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $15. Online ticket: Reservations at https://holisticeye.com/yoga-class-reservations. Age range: Adult. Seniors. Teens. Saturday, October 31, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. For more info visit holisticeye.com.

STEAM Exploration Saturdays

ost: $35/day if you sign up for 3 or more Saturdays a month $45/day if you sign-up for 1 or 2 days a month $50 same day drop-in upon availability. KidZone Museum Members receive 10% discount STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. Science & Art: Bubbles, oil, salt, crystals and watercolor. Discover how creative you can be. Technology & Engineering: make things move with animation, toys and circuits. Have a blast experiencing how math can help your artistic designs. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, October 31, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kidzone Museum 11711 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161.

Spanish story time

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Monthly bilingual story time with Reyna Sanchez-Lopez. Enjoy lively books and activities to introduce children to the wonders of reading and books. Call 530-582-7846 for more information. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, October 31, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Truckee Library 10031 Levon Ave Truckee, CA 96161.

Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic

Playwriting Group

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Theater / Theatre. Literary. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Members homes.

Phoenix Nights Ladies Only Sauna

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Women gathering to sweat, unite and rejuvenate. Join us for this time to support and lift each other up. The space is available to gather outdoors on our comfortable back deck, with the intention of self-care and simply enjoying each other's company. Bring a beverage or snack if you wish. Let us know if you are interested in leading a free 10-60 minute activity, talk, meditation or movement on one of these Wednesdays. We hope to provide a space where you feel safe, nourished and loved. Please reserve a space for yourself or call ahead to confirm availability. Max 12 women. Every Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm. $20 Price includes 2 hours of steam and infrared sauna use. Towel/Sarong/Robe rentals are $2 each. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $20. Online ticket: https://www.mytime.com/mkp/56438/55953?t=1634144795253&themeColor=%238b0000&themeContrastColor=%23ffffff&headerType=1&referrer=newbookingwidget&classes=false&selectedDeals%5B%5D=258566&mobility=1&employeeGender=all. Age range: Adult. Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Vela Massage Retreat 763B South Auburn Street Grass Valley CA 95945. For more info visit www.velamassageretreat.com.

Karaoke - Grass Valley Brewing Co.

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Food & Drink. Live Music. City/Area: Grass Valley. Thursday, November 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Grass Valley Brewing Co 141 E Main St, Grass Valley, CA. For more info visit www.gvbrew.com.

#socialsketch + #write_on

Join us First Friday + #SocialSketch from 5 - 8 pm! Spend the evening drawing, sketching, collaborating and socializing with other artists, casual doodlers and creatives. You can attend for the whole evening or you are welcome to come for just an hour. Bring your favorite sketchbook, notepad, pen, ink, and maybe coloring tools and enjoy a night of fun and make some new friends! We'll also be celebrating National Letter Writing month with @eggpress's #write_on campaign. If you aren't the doodler, we've got letter writing supplies and encourage you to take a little time out of your day to write a letter or two. We will take care of the postage! First 5 signups get a kit! Drop in, for sip and a nibble and participate in our monthly creative drop-in session! Social Sketch sessions are every First Friday at Atelier and are open to all ages and skill levels. Basic tools provided. Please bring you sketchbook and any other tools you regularly work with. Category: Art Exhibition / Gallery. Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: $1. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Friday, November 6, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Atelier 10128 Donner Pass Rd.

Kids Night Out

Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: $20 in advance, required at least one day in advance. Age range: Children. Friday, November 6, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Northwoods Clubhouse, Tahoe Donner Truckee.

First Fridays

Participating shops/ restaurants offer complimentary food, drinks and music. Category: Live Music. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Friday, November 6, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Historic Downtown Truckee. For more info visit www.historictruckee.com.

Moonlight Magic Gala, presented by Foothills Compassionate Care

An evening of connection and celebration to benefit Foothills Compassionate Care | Dinner • Auction • Community Impact You are cordially invited to an evening of connection and celebration at our signature gala, Moonlight Magic. ----- Moonlight Magic returns on November 6, 2026, with this year's theme: Gathering Light. Light has always been a symbol of hope, comfort, and guidance. This year, Gathering Light reflects the power of bringing people together around a shared purpose — illuminating the path for individuals and families navigating life's most challenging chapters. As a community-supported nonprofit, everything we do is made possible by people who choose to show up, care deeply, and shine their light for others. Moonlight Magic is a celebration of that collective impact and the extraordinary things that happen when compassion brings a community together. Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, connection, and generosity as we gather light for those who need it most. ----- Dinner •… Venues: Miners Foundry Cultural Center. Type of Event: Fair / Festival / Gala. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 150. Online ticket: https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=add24343-687a-4f5a-b32a-97d4e4ccf2f2&envId=p-223ts96wVkKUn-ANEFtsdg&zone=usa. Age range: Adult. Seniors. Friday, November 6, 2026, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM. For more info visit foothills-cares.org.

Cars and coffee grass valley

Cars and coffee grass valley is a weekly car event at daily donuts in the McKnight crossing shopping center every Saturday morning from 7 to 10. Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, November 7, 2026, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. McKnight crossing shopping center.

Geometric Yoga for Self-healing

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Geometric Yoga - Functional Movement. Foundational Health. Self-healing! Each class teaches you how posture, breath, and movement directly impact your organs, immune system, and energy levels. We are committed to our mission of teaching those who seek self-knowledge and are interested in learning self-healing, we value our students' time and we encourage reservations.Please be kind to register.At the end of each class we reserve few minutes to answer questions about health & bodywork. Venues: Inner Path. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $15. Online ticket: Reservations at https://holisticeye.com/yoga-class-reservations. Age range: Adult. Seniors. Teens. Saturday, November 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. For more info visit holisticeye.com.

STEAM Exploration Saturdays

ost: $35/day if you sign up for 3 or more Saturdays a month $45/day if you sign-up for 1 or 2 days a month $50 same day drop-in upon availability. KidZone Museum Members receive 10% discount STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. Science & Art: Bubbles, oil, salt, crystals and watercolor. Discover how creative you can be. Technology & Engineering: make things move with animation, toys and circuits. Have a blast experiencing how math can help your artistic designs. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, November 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kidzone Museum 11711 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161.

Word Jam

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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 For more information call 530-386-3901. Category: Classes & Workshops. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Sunday, November 8, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Dark Hose Coffee 10009 W River St Truckee, CA 96161.

Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com The most relaxed, most welcoming open mic in Western Nevada County. Venues: Seven Stars Gallery. Category: Literary. Family Friendly. Live Music. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $5 suggested donation - no one excluded. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Monday, November 9, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.

Good Morning Truckee

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Health & Wellness. Fundraiser / Gala. History / Heritage. Classes & Workshops. City/Area: Truckee. Price: $10 Chamber members, $12 General public includes continental breakfast and raffle. Online ticket: TruckeeChamber.com. Age range: Adult. Seniors. Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM. Tahoe Truckee Airport.

Phoenix Nights Ladies Only Sauna

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Women gathering to sweat, unite and rejuvenate. Join us for this time to support and lift each other up. The space is available to gather outdoors on our comfortable back deck, with the intention of self-care and simply enjoying each other's company. Bring a beverage or snack if you wish. Let us know if you are interested in leading a free 10-60 minute activity, talk, meditation or movement on one of these Wednesdays. We hope to provide a space where you feel safe, nourished and loved. Please reserve a space for yourself or call ahead to confirm availability. Max 12 women. Every Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm. $20 Price includes 2 hours of steam and infrared sauna use. Towel/Sarong/Robe rentals are $2 each. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $20. Online ticket: https://www.mytime.com/mkp/56438/55953?t=1634144795253&themeColor=%238b0000&themeContrastColor=%23ffffff&headerType=1&referrer=newbookingwidget&classes=false&selectedDeals%5B%5D=258566&mobility=1&employeeGender=all. Age range: Adult. Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Vela Massage Retreat 763B South Auburn Street Grass Valley CA 95945. For more info visit www.velamassageretreat.com.

Cars and coffee grass valley

Cars and coffee grass valley is a weekly car event at daily donuts in the McKnight crossing shopping center every Saturday morning from 7 to 10. Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. McKnight crossing shopping center.

STEAM Exploration Saturdays

ost: $35/day if you sign up for 3 or more Saturdays a month $45/day if you sign-up for 1 or 2 days a month $50 same day drop-in upon availability. KidZone Museum Members receive 10% discount STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. Science & Art: Bubbles, oil, salt, crystals and watercolor. Discover how creative you can be. Technology & Engineering: make things move with animation, toys and circuits. Have a blast experiencing how math can help your artistic designs. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kidzone Museum 11711 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161.

GRASS VALLEY DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY MARKET

Kick off the holiday season in the heart of downtown at the Grass Valley Downtown Association’s Downtown Holiday Market on November 14! This festive event launches the holiday shopping season with a cheerful spirit, a twinkling ambiance, and a wonderful mix of local shops, makers, and seasonal treasures. Stroll through downtown, discover one-of-a-kind gifts, enjoy the magic of the season, and celebrate everything we love about shopping local. Whether you’re getting a jump on your holiday list or simply soaking up the joy of the season, the Downtown Holiday Market is the perfect way to welcome the most magical time of year.Downtown Holiday Market. Venues: Downtown Grass Valley. Category: Holiday. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Historic Walks of Nevada City

Valencia Baryton Project presented by InConcert Sierra

The Valencia Baryton Project performs music written for an ancient and little-known instrument, the baryton—a cross between the viol da gamba and lirone. Founded by Matthew Baker—one of only a handful of baryton performers worldwide—the Project brings a new dimension to the traditional string trio using baryton, viola, and violoncello, for which Haydn wrote 123 works, alongside music by composers past and present. Category: Live Music. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $50 - $5 (limited youth tickets with paid adult). Online ticket: https://www.simpletix.com/e/valencia-baryton-project-tickets-267401. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Sunday, November 15, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Seventh-day Adventist Church 12889 Osborne Hill Road Grass Valley, California 95945. For more info visit www.inconcertsierra.org.

Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic

Spring Street Swing Out

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 🎶 Get Ready to Swing the Night Away! 💃🕺 Join us for our monthly Swing Dance & Lindy Hop Night – a high-energy evening filled with music, movement, and community fun! 🕕 Intro Lesson: 6–7 PM – Perfect for beginners! No experience or partner needed. 🎉 Social Dance to follow – Dance the night away with fellow swing lovers! 💵 Tickets: • $10 – DJ Nights (6pm-9pm) • $15 – Live Band Nights (6pm-10pm) 🎓 Students: $5 off with valid ID! 🎷Check our calendar for upcoming live band nights and special events: 👉 nevadacountyswings.org Whether you're stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or you're a Lindy pro, there's a spot for you. See you there! Category: Live Music. Health & Wellness. Family Friendly. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 5-15. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 212 Spring Street Nevada City, CA 95959.

Playwriting Group

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Theater / Theatre. Literary. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Members homes.

Phoenix Nights Ladies Only Sauna

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Women gathering to sweat, unite and rejuvenate. Join us for this time to support and lift each other up. The space is available to gather outdoors on our comfortable back deck, with the intention of self-care and simply enjoying each other's company. Bring a beverage or snack if you wish. Let us know if you are interested in leading a free 10-60 minute activity, talk, meditation or movement on one of these Wednesdays. We hope to provide a space where you feel safe, nourished and loved. Please reserve a space for yourself or call ahead to confirm availability. Max 12 women. Every Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm. $20 Price includes 2 hours of steam and infrared sauna use. Towel/Sarong/Robe rentals are $2 each. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $20. Online ticket: https://www.mytime.com/mkp/56438/55953?t=1634144795253&themeColor=%238b0000&themeContrastColor=%23ffffff&headerType=1&referrer=newbookingwidget&classes=false&selectedDeals%5B%5D=258566&mobility=1&employeeGender=all. Age range: Adult. Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Vela Massage Retreat 763B South Auburn Street Grass Valley CA 95945. For more info visit www.velamassageretreat.com.

Karaoke - Grass Valley Brewing Co.

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Food & Drink. Live Music. City/Area: Grass Valley. Thursday, November 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Grass Valley Brewing Co 141 E Main St, Grass Valley, CA. For more info visit www.gvbrew.com.

Cars and coffee grass valley

Cars and coffee grass valley is a weekly car event at daily donuts in the McKnight crossing shopping center every Saturday morning from 7 to 10. Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, November 21, 2026, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. McKnight crossing shopping center.

STEAM Exploration Saturdays

ost: $35/day if you sign up for 3 or more Saturdays a month $45/day if you sign-up for 1 or 2 days a month $50 same day drop-in upon availability. KidZone Museum Members receive 10% discount STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. Science & Art: Bubbles, oil, salt, crystals and watercolor. Discover how creative you can be. Technology & Engineering: make things move with animation, toys and circuits. Have a blast experiencing how math can help your artistic designs. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, November 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kidzone Museum 11711 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161.

Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic

Phoenix Nights Ladies Only Sauna

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Women gathering to sweat, unite and rejuvenate. Join us for this time to support and lift each other up. The space is available to gather outdoors on our comfortable back deck, with the intention of self-care and simply enjoying each other's company. Bring a beverage or snack if you wish. Let us know if you are interested in leading a free 10-60 minute activity, talk, meditation or movement on one of these Wednesdays. We hope to provide a space where you feel safe, nourished and loved. Please reserve a space for yourself or call ahead to confirm availability. Max 12 women. Every Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm. $20 Price includes 2 hours of steam and infrared sauna use. Towel/Sarong/Robe rentals are $2 each. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $20. Online ticket: https://www.mytime.com/mkp/56438/55953?t=1634144795253&themeColor=%238b0000&themeContrastColor=%23ffffff&headerType=1&referrer=newbookingwidget&classes=false&selectedDeals%5B%5D=258566&mobility=1&employeeGender=all. Age range: Adult. Wednesday, November 25, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Vela Massage Retreat 763B South Auburn Street Grass Valley CA 95945. For more info visit www.velamassageretreat.com.

Duck Hunt at Foothills Gift & Thrift

Ready, aim, thrift! Foothills Gift & Thrift presents a Black Friday Duck Hunt at our Grass Valley Location. 🦆 Search for rubber duckies hidden throughout the store to unlock discounts & prizes. While you're there, enter the raffle for a chance to win a gift basket! LEVEL UP your holiday shopping the sustainable way. -- 🛍️ GRASS VALLEY GIFT & THRIFT 📍840 East Main St, Grass Valley 🕙 Mon-Sat (10am-6pm), Sun (10am-5pm) 💙 Donation Hours: Mon-Sat (10am-3pm). Category: Holiday. Family Friendly. City/Area: Grass Valley. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Friday, November 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. 840 East Main St, Grass Valley. For more info visit foothills-cares.org.

58th Annual Cornish Christmas

A cherished tradition that brings our community together with warmth, light, and holiday cheer. Step into a winter wonderland in historic Downtown Grass Valley as we celebrate the magic of the season with Cornish Christmas — a cherished tradition that brings our community together with warmth, light, and holiday cheer. Held on select Friday evenings beginning the day after Thanksgiving, and each successive Friday through December 18th, Cornish Christmas transforms Mill and Main Streets into a festive marketplace filled with twinkling lights, local artisans, seasonal treats, carolers, and live music. Stroll the beautifully decorated streets, savor hot cider, and revel in the joyful sights and sounds of the holidays — all while honoring the Cornish heritage that helped shape our town during the Gold Rush era. Category: Family Friendly. Holiday. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free to Attend. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Friday, November 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. For more info visit downtowngrassvalley.com.

Cars and coffee grass valley

Cars and coffee grass valley is a weekly car event at daily donuts in the McKnight crossing shopping center every Saturday morning from 7 to 10. Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, November 28, 2026, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. McKnight crossing shopping center.

STEAM Exploration Saturdays

ost: $35/day if you sign up for 3 or more Saturdays a month $45/day if you sign-up for 1 or 2 days a month $50 same day drop-in upon availability. KidZone Museum Members receive 10% discount STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. Science & Art: Bubbles, oil, salt, crystals and watercolor. Discover how creative you can be. Technology & Engineering: make things move with animation, toys and circuits. Have a blast experiencing how math can help your artistic designs. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, November 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kidzone Museum 11711 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161.

Spanish story time

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Monthly bilingual story time with Reyna Sanchez-Lopez. Enjoy lively books and activities to introduce children to the wonders of reading and books. Call 530-582-7846 for more information. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, November 28, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Truckee Library 10031 Levon Ave Truckee, CA 96161.

Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic

Playwriting Group

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Theater / Theatre. Literary. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Members homes.

Phoenix Nights Ladies Only Sauna

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Women gathering to sweat, unite and rejuvenate. Join us for this time to support and lift each other up. The space is available to gather outdoors on our comfortable back deck, with the intention of self-care and simply enjoying each other's company. Bring a beverage or snack if you wish. Let us know if you are interested in leading a free 10-60 minute activity, talk, meditation or movement on one of these Wednesdays. We hope to provide a space where you feel safe, nourished and loved. Please reserve a space for yourself or call ahead to confirm availability. Max 12 women. Every Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm. $20 Price includes 2 hours of steam and infrared sauna use. Towel/Sarong/Robe rentals are $2 each. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $20. Online ticket: https://www.mytime.com/mkp/56438/55953?t=1634144795253&themeColor=%238b0000&themeContrastColor=%23ffffff&headerType=1&referrer=newbookingwidget&classes=false&selectedDeals%5B%5D=258566&mobility=1&employeeGender=all. Age range: Adult. Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Vela Massage Retreat 763B South Auburn Street Grass Valley CA 95945. For more info visit www.velamassageretreat.com.

Karaoke - Grass Valley Brewing Co.

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Food & Drink. Live Music. City/Area: Grass Valley. Thursday, December 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Grass Valley Brewing Co 141 E Main St, Grass Valley, CA. For more info visit www.gvbrew.com.

#socialsketch + #write_on

Join us First Friday + #SocialSketch from 5 - 8 pm! Spend the evening drawing, sketching, collaborating and socializing with other artists, casual doodlers and creatives. You can attend for the whole evening or you are welcome to come for just an hour. Bring your favorite sketchbook, notepad, pen, ink, and maybe coloring tools and enjoy a night of fun and make some new friends! We'll also be celebrating National Letter Writing month with @eggpress's #write_on campaign. If you aren't the doodler, we've got letter writing supplies and encourage you to take a little time out of your day to write a letter or two. We will take care of the postage! First 5 signups get a kit! Drop in, for sip and a nibble and participate in our monthly creative drop-in session! Social Sketch sessions are every First Friday at Atelier and are open to all ages and skill levels. Basic tools provided. Please bring you sketchbook and any other tools you regularly work with. Category: Art Exhibition / Gallery. Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: $1. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Friday, December 4, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Atelier 10128 Donner Pass Rd.

Kids Night Out

Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: $20 in advance, required at least one day in advance. Age range: Children. Friday, December 4, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Northwoods Clubhouse, Tahoe Donner Truckee.

First Fridays

Participating shops/ restaurants offer complimentary food, drinks and music. Category: Live Music. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Friday, December 4, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Historic Downtown Truckee. For more info visit www.historictruckee.com.

58th Annual Cornish Christmas

A cherished tradition that brings our community together with warmth, light, and holiday cheer. Step into a winter wonderland in historic Downtown Grass Valley as we celebrate the magic of the season with Cornish Christmas — a cherished tradition that brings our community together with warmth, light, and holiday cheer. Held on select Friday evenings beginning the day after Thanksgiving, and each successive Friday through December 18th, Cornish Christmas transforms Mill and Main Streets into a festive marketplace filled with twinkling lights, local artisans, seasonal treats, carolers, and live music. Stroll the beautifully decorated streets, savor hot cider, and revel in the joyful sights and sounds of the holidays — all while honoring the Cornish heritage that helped shape our town during the Gold Rush era. Category: Family Friendly. Holiday. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free to Attend. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Friday, December 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. For more info visit downtowngrassvalley.com.

Cars and coffee grass valley

Cars and coffee grass valley is a weekly car event at daily donuts in the McKnight crossing shopping center every Saturday morning from 7 to 10. Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, December 5, 2026, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. McKnight crossing shopping center.

STEAM Exploration Saturdays

ost: $35/day if you sign up for 3 or more Saturdays a month $45/day if you sign-up for 1 or 2 days a month $50 same day drop-in upon availability. KidZone Museum Members receive 10% discount STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. Science & Art: Bubbles, oil, salt, crystals and watercolor. Discover how creative you can be. Technology & Engineering: make things move with animation, toys and circuits. Have a blast experiencing how math can help your artistic designs. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, December 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kidzone Museum 11711 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161.

Holidays at Empire Mine

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Enjoy festive music, chestnut roasting, candle dipping and tin punching, historic children's games, mine yard demonstrations and more on the beautifully decorated historic grounds of Empire Mine State Historic Park! Tell Santa what's on your wish list in the warmly decorated Clubhouse, and enjoy a Cornish Pasty with Christmas cookies and hot drinks for dessert. Doors open at 10 a.m. and the festivities begin at 11 a.m. Entry is $5 per person; age 5 and under are free. Fourth Graders and their families get in free with the California State Parks Adventure Pass (visit www.parks.ca.gov/AdventurePass for info). This annual event is organized in cooperation with the Sierra Gold Parks Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports educational and interpretive programs for the three California State Parks in Western Nevada County. Category: Holiday. Live Music. Family Friendly. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $5 per person; age 5 and under are free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, December 5, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Empire Mine State Historic Park 10791 E. Empire St Grass Valley, CA. For more info visit www.parks.ca.gov.

Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic

Good Morning Truckee

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Health & Wellness. Fundraiser / Gala. History / Heritage. Classes & Workshops. City/Area: Truckee. Price: $10 Chamber members, $12 General public includes continental breakfast and raffle. Online ticket: TruckeeChamber.com. Age range: Adult. Seniors. Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM. Tahoe Truckee Airport.

Phoenix Nights Ladies Only Sauna

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Women gathering to sweat, unite and rejuvenate. Join us for this time to support and lift each other up. The space is available to gather outdoors on our comfortable back deck, with the intention of self-care and simply enjoying each other's company. Bring a beverage or snack if you wish. Let us know if you are interested in leading a free 10-60 minute activity, talk, meditation or movement on one of these Wednesdays. We hope to provide a space where you feel safe, nourished and loved. Please reserve a space for yourself or call ahead to confirm availability. Max 12 women. Every Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm. $20 Price includes 2 hours of steam and infrared sauna use. Towel/Sarong/Robe rentals are $2 each. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $20. Online ticket: https://www.mytime.com/mkp/56438/55953?t=1634144795253&themeColor=%238b0000&themeContrastColor=%23ffffff&headerType=1&referrer=newbookingwidget&classes=false&selectedDeals%5B%5D=258566&mobility=1&employeeGender=all. Age range: Adult. Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Vela Massage Retreat 763B South Auburn Street Grass Valley CA 95945. For more info visit www.velamassageretreat.com.

58th Annual Cornish Christmas

A cherished tradition that brings our community together with warmth, light, and holiday cheer. Step into a winter wonderland in historic Downtown Grass Valley as we celebrate the magic of the season with Cornish Christmas — a cherished tradition that brings our community together with warmth, light, and holiday cheer. Held on select Friday evenings beginning the day after Thanksgiving, and each successive Friday through December 18th, Cornish Christmas transforms Mill and Main Streets into a festive marketplace filled with twinkling lights, local artisans, seasonal treats, carolers, and live music. Stroll the beautifully decorated streets, savor hot cider, and revel in the joyful sights and sounds of the holidays — all while honoring the Cornish heritage that helped shape our town during the Gold Rush era. Category: Family Friendly. Holiday. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free to Attend. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Friday, December 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. For more info visit downtowngrassvalley.com.

Cars and coffee grass valley

Cars and coffee grass valley is a weekly car event at daily donuts in the McKnight crossing shopping center every Saturday morning from 7 to 10. Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, December 12, 2026, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. McKnight crossing shopping center.

STEAM Exploration Saturdays

ost: $35/day if you sign up for 3 or more Saturdays a month $45/day if you sign-up for 1 or 2 days a month $50 same day drop-in upon availability. KidZone Museum Members receive 10% discount STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. Science & Art: Bubbles, oil, salt, crystals and watercolor. Discover how creative you can be. Technology & Engineering: make things move with animation, toys and circuits. Have a blast experiencing how math can help your artistic designs. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, December 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kidzone Museum 11711 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161.

Historic Walks of Nevada City

Word Jam

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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 For more information call 530-386-3901. Category: Classes & Workshops. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Sunday, December 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Dark Hose Coffee 10009 W River St Truckee, CA 96161.

Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic

Spring Street Swing Out

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 🎶 Get Ready to Swing the Night Away! 💃🕺 Join us for our monthly Swing Dance & Lindy Hop Night – a high-energy evening filled with music, movement, and community fun! 🕕 Intro Lesson: 6–7 PM – Perfect for beginners! No experience or partner needed. 🎉 Social Dance to follow – Dance the night away with fellow swing lovers! 💵 Tickets: • $10 – DJ Nights (6pm-9pm) • $15 – Live Band Nights (6pm-10pm) 🎓 Students: $5 off with valid ID! 🎷Check our calendar for upcoming live band nights and special events: 👉 nevadacountyswings.org Whether you're stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or you're a Lindy pro, there's a spot for you. See you there! Category: Live Music. Health & Wellness. Family Friendly. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: 5-15. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 212 Spring Street Nevada City, CA 95959.

Playwriting Group

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Theater / Theatre. Literary. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Members homes.

Phoenix Nights Ladies Only Sauna

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Women gathering to sweat, unite and rejuvenate. Join us for this time to support and lift each other up. The space is available to gather outdoors on our comfortable back deck, with the intention of self-care and simply enjoying each other's company. Bring a beverage or snack if you wish. Let us know if you are interested in leading a free 10-60 minute activity, talk, meditation or movement on one of these Wednesdays. We hope to provide a space where you feel safe, nourished and loved. Please reserve a space for yourself or call ahead to confirm availability. Max 12 women. Every Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm. $20 Price includes 2 hours of steam and infrared sauna use. Towel/Sarong/Robe rentals are $2 each. Category: Health & Wellness. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $20. Online ticket: https://www.mytime.com/mkp/56438/55953?t=1634144795253&themeColor=%238b0000&themeContrastColor=%23ffffff&headerType=1&referrer=newbookingwidget&classes=false&selectedDeals%5B%5D=258566&mobility=1&employeeGender=all. Age range: Adult. Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Vela Massage Retreat 763B South Auburn Street Grass Valley CA 95945. For more info visit www.velamassageretreat.com.

Karaoke - Grass Valley Brewing Co.

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Food & Drink. Live Music. City/Area: Grass Valley. Thursday, December 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Grass Valley Brewing Co 141 E Main St, Grass Valley, CA. For more info visit www.gvbrew.com.

58th Annual Cornish Christmas

A cherished tradition that brings our community together with warmth, light, and holiday cheer. Step into a winter wonderland in historic Downtown Grass Valley as we celebrate the magic of the season with Cornish Christmas — a cherished tradition that brings our community together with warmth, light, and holiday cheer. Held on select Friday evenings beginning the day after Thanksgiving, and each successive Friday through December 18th, Cornish Christmas transforms Mill and Main Streets into a festive marketplace filled with twinkling lights, local artisans, seasonal treats, carolers, and live music. Stroll the beautifully decorated streets, savor hot cider, and revel in the joyful sights and sounds of the holidays — all while honoring the Cornish heritage that helped shape our town during the Gold Rush era. Category: Family Friendly. Holiday. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free to Attend. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Friday, December 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. For more info visit downtowngrassvalley.com.

Cars and coffee grass valley

Cars and coffee grass valley is a weekly car event at daily donuts in the McKnight crossing shopping center every Saturday morning from 7 to 10. Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, December 19, 2026, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. McKnight crossing shopping center.

STEAM Exploration Saturdays

ost: $35/day if you sign up for 3 or more Saturdays a month $45/day if you sign-up for 1 or 2 days a month $50 same day drop-in upon availability. KidZone Museum Members receive 10% discount STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. Science & Art: Bubbles, oil, salt, crystals and watercolor. Discover how creative you can be. Technology & Engineering: make things move with animation, toys and circuits. Have a blast experiencing how math can help your artistic designs. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, December 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kidzone Museum 11711 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161.

Santa's Village at Foothills Gift & Thrift

Join us at the Grass Valley location of Foothills Gift & Thrift, for a FREE community event to celebrate the holidays! FREE community event to celebrate the holidays, at your neighborhood thrift store! --- SANTA'S VILLAGE Sponsored by The Lee & Dunn Group, Baird Private Wealth Management --- Saturday, Dec 19 10am-4pm --- Foothills Gift & Thrift, Grass Valley 840 East Main St --- 🎅 Storytime (10:30am) 🎅 Photos with Santa (11am-2pm) 🎅 Ugly Sweater Contest (2:30pm) 🎅 Gifts (while supplies last) 🎅 Face painting, coloring, prizes & more! Type of Event: Children / Family. Community. Holiday. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: 0. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, December 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 840 East Main St, Grass Valley. For more info visit foothills-cares.org.

Sierra Master Chorale and Orchestra presented by InConcert Sierra

Let Voices Soar, Carols Ring, and the Holidays Shine! Celebrate the season with the Sierra Master Chorale and Orchestra in a festive holiday concert of joyful choral harmonies and vibrant orchestral works. Featuring celebratory works by Bruckner, Bach, Vaughan Williams, Whitacre and Rutter, this spirited program blends traditional favorites with hidden gems—perfect for audiences of all ages. Category: Live Music. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $50 - $5 (limited youth tickets with paid adult). Online ticket: https://www.simpletix.com/e/sierra-master-chorale-and-orchestra-holida-tickets-267403. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, December 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Seventh-day Adventist Church 12889 Osborne Hill Road Grass Valley, California 95945. For more info visit www.inconcertsierra.org.

Sierra Master Chorale and Orchestra presented by InConcert Sierra

Let Voices Soar, Carols Ring, and the Holidays Shine! Celebrate the season with the Sierra Master Chorale and Orchestra in a festive holiday concert of joyful choral harmonies and vibrant orchestral works. Featuring celebratory works by Bruckner, Bach, Vaughan Williams, Whitacre and Rutter, this spirited program blends traditional favorites with hidden gems—perfect for audiences of all ages. Category: Live Music. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: $50 - $5 (limited youth tickets with paid adult). Online ticket: https://www.simpletix.com/e/sierra-master-chorale-and-orchestra-holida-tickets-267403. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Sunday, December 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Seventh-day Adventist Church 12889 Osborne Hill Road Grass Valley, California 95945. For more info visit www.inconcertsierra.org.

Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic

Cars and coffee grass valley

Cars and coffee grass valley is a weekly car event at daily donuts in the McKnight crossing shopping center every Saturday morning from 7 to 10. Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, December 26, 2026, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. McKnight crossing shopping center.

STEAM Exploration Saturdays

ost: $35/day if you sign up for 3 or more Saturdays a month $45/day if you sign-up for 1 or 2 days a month $50 same day drop-in upon availability. KidZone Museum Members receive 10% discount STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. Science & Art: Bubbles, oil, salt, crystals and watercolor. Discover how creative you can be. Technology & Engineering: make things move with animation, toys and circuits. Have a blast experiencing how math can help your artistic designs. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, December 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kidzone Museum 11711 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161.

Spanish story time

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com Monthly bilingual story time with Reyna Sanchez-Lopez. Enjoy lively books and activities to introduce children to the wonders of reading and books. Call 530-582-7846 for more information. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, December 26, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Truckee Library 10031 Levon Ave Truckee, CA 96161.

Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic

Playwriting Group

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Theater / Theatre. Literary. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Wednesday, December 30, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Members homes.

Karaoke - Grass Valley Brewing Co.

Tourism GoNevadaCounty.com 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. Category: Food & Drink. Live Music. City/Area: Grass Valley. Thursday, December 31, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Grass Valley Brewing Co 141 E Main St, Grass Valley, CA. For more info visit www.gvbrew.com.

#socialsketch + #write_on

Join us First Friday + #SocialSketch from 5 - 8 pm! Spend the evening drawing, sketching, collaborating and socializing with other artists, casual doodlers and creatives. You can attend for the whole evening or you are welcome to come for just an hour. Bring your favorite sketchbook, notepad, pen, ink, and maybe coloring tools and enjoy a night of fun and make some new friends! We'll also be celebrating National Letter Writing month with @eggpress's #write_on campaign. If you aren't the doodler, we've got letter writing supplies and encourage you to take a little time out of your day to write a letter or two. We will take care of the postage! First 5 signups get a kit! Drop in, for sip and a nibble and participate in our monthly creative drop-in session! Social Sketch sessions are every First Friday at Atelier and are open to all ages and skill levels. Basic tools provided. Please bring you sketchbook and any other tools you regularly work with. Category: Art Exhibition / Gallery. Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: $1. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Friday, January 1, 2027, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Atelier 10128 Donner Pass Rd.

First Fridays

Participating shops/ restaurants offer complimentary food, drinks and music. Category: Live Music. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Friday, January 1, 2027, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Historic Downtown Truckee. For more info visit www.historictruckee.com.

Cars and coffee grass valley

Cars and coffee grass valley is a weekly car event at daily donuts in the McKnight crossing shopping center every Saturday morning from 7 to 10. Category: Outdoor Recreation & Adventure. City/Area: Grass Valley. Price: Free. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, January 2, 2027, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. McKnight crossing shopping center.

STEAM Exploration Saturdays

ost: $35/day if you sign up for 3 or more Saturdays a month $45/day if you sign-up for 1 or 2 days a month $50 same day drop-in upon availability. KidZone Museum Members receive 10% discount STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. Science & Art: Bubbles, oil, salt, crystals and watercolor. Discover how creative you can be. Technology & Engineering: make things move with animation, toys and circuits. Have a blast experiencing how math can help your artistic designs. Category: Family Friendly. City/Area: Truckee. Price: Starting at $35 per day per child ages 4-7. Online ticket: kidzonemuseum.org. Age range: Children. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Saturday, January 2, 2027, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Kidzone Museum 11711 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161.