The annual Nevada City B.E.A.R. (Be Excited About Reading) Storybook Character Parade is another fabulous reason why I love our community.  School children marched proudly down Broad Street dressed as their favorite book character to the cheers of supportive fans.  ”We are so lucky to live in a town/community where they will close down the street for an hour for our kids to be able to show off their love of reading,” said Kathryn Boswell.  ”I am so proud to be one of those parents and I know my boys were grinning from ear to ear the entire walk down Broad Street today.”  Thank you to Joe Limov,  Julie Bryan and the Nevada City School District PTA for continuing such a fabulous local tradition.  Kudos to the Nevada City City Council for kicking off the parade, we loved … Read More »

Wild for the Yuba at SYRCL’s spring fundraiser is coming to the Grass Valley Vet’s Hall on April 20.   The wine and beer tasting event includes tastings from two dozen wineries and breweries, fine food, live music and mingle with your friends while supporting SYRCL’s work.

Live music by Saul Rayo, Elena Powell, & Jay Ladner and catering by Emily’s Catering & Cakes

Wineries Confirmed for 2013:

Athenee Wine Importers & Distributors, Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, Clos Saron, Coufos Cellar, Dave the Wine Merchant at Foothill Flowers, Dave Luce, Wine Broker, Fawnridge Winery, Grant-Eddie Winery, Mountain People’s Organic Wines, Nevada City Winery, Pilot Peak Winery, Szabo Vineyards

Breweries Confirmed for 2013

American River Brewing Co, Knee Deep Brewing Co, Mammoth Brewing Co, Ol’ Republic Brewing Co.

Who doesn’t love a fun wine and beer tasting event?  Especially one that helps support the fabulous work of SYRCL, Nevada City wouldn’t be the place it is without the river, so let’s all support … Read More »

TGIF, there’s so much happening in our community every week that I thought it’d be fun to start a new trend, every Friday update the Outside Inn’s Pinterest board with 10 (or more) fun shout outs to local happenings.   Below is a screen shot of this week’s board, with links to LeeAnn Brook’s new blog, ASiF Artist Studio new art exhibit “Art of Love”, the upcoming Chinese New Year’s celebration, Wyonna Judd’s concert in Grass Valley, the recent Mardi Gras parade in Nevada City, a blog post on romantic dates in Nevada City, the recent screening of Chocolat as part of the Magic Lantern Film Society Food & Film Series, One Billion Rising and the Miners Foundry Open House celebration.  I’ve also got a special giveaway for the upcoming TedX Nevada City event (Friday February 22nd … Read More »

Nevada City puts on quite the Mardi Gras celebration.  This year’s parade had 34 entries and they all put on a colorful show.  The streets of downtown Nevada City were packed with spectators.  For additional photos from this year’s parade click here.  Entries varied from local bands, organizations and businesses, what your favorite entry?

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A beautiful day in Nevada City today provided 150 riders the opportunity to gather and show their support for Jim Rogers, a well known local cyclist and one of the founders of the Tour of Nevada City Bicycle Shop who died in 2010 while riding his bicycle.  The 4th annual commemorative ride hopes to bring attention to the dangers of using cell phones while driving.  The ride started from the Tour of Nevada City Bicycle Shop and rode the LeMond Loop, out Newton Road.  ”A lot of people came to together for the ride, definitely showcasing our town local community spirit,” said Kurt Stephens.  The lunch afterwards benefited YBONC and all left over food was donated to the Hospitality House.

© 2013 InnSide Nevada City, Photos by Dieter King

The Nevada City Cub Scouts gathered last night to test their Pinewood Derby cars.  This is one of those events that reminds me why I love living in a small town.  Fellow Cub Scout Mom and Live Healthy Nevada County Director, Aimee Retzler said, “49 kids worked feverishly to build their racing cars and the sense of community in our small town that comes out at this event every year.  There’s so much bad news in the press.  This is a feel good story about little kids working with their families and their hands to create something from scratch.  No technology or fancy gadgets involved here, just some hammers, drills, saws and sandpaper.”  The fatest times went to Gerik, Cole, Carson, Jake and Shane,  congrats to all the kids who participated.  I think we may have … Read More »

The Miners Foundry, together with Joy of Life Events and NC Weds put together A Wedding Affair for all seasons.  Local merchants and services were showcasing their talents and services.  Photographed here today are Wendy Van Wagner, of In the Kitchen, Illuminated Invitations, Tess’ Kitchen Store, Emily’s Catering & Cakes and the Magickal Florist.  For some fun photos of local weddings click here to see the post I did earlier in the month about this event.  If you’re planning a wedding in Nevada City you have so many choices, click here for the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce’s list of services.  No mater what time of the year you’re tying the knot, it’s bound to be a special.

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The Winter Wildlands Alliance Backcountry Film Festival is coming to Nevada City on Friday, February 1st at the Nevada Theatre.  Put on by Snowlands Network, a Nevada City based non-profit, that is dedicated to backcountry skiers, snowshoers and snowboarders.  ”The festival was created eight years ago to highlight Winter Wildlands Alliance’s efforts to preserve and promote winter landscapes for human-powered users,” says Laurel Harkness, Executive Director of Snowlands Network.  The festival will show seven different films ranging from “ Skiing the Void” by Sweetgrass Productions, “Further” from Teton Gravity Research to “Unicorn Sashimi” by Felt Soul Media.

Last spring I got the opportunity to go on my first backcountry hut trip at Lost Trail Lodge to celebrate two special people in my life, my sister, Megan Michelson and her husband, Dan Abrams.  Seasoned backcountry skiers the two … Read More »

The SYRCL Wild and Scenic Film Festival is probably one of my favorite events in Nevada City.  Our small town is transformed into hub of activity, with amazing films, music, art and workshops.  The energy around town is contagious, people are excited to be here and are passionate about environmental causes and having their stories heard.  Each and every one of us is important and we can make a difference, for inspiration just look at the children!   These photos barely scratch the surface on weekend’s fun, but if you haven’t had a chance to experience the Wild and Scenic Film Festival I would start planning for next year’s festival, an event not to be missed.  Today’s photos include the Mowen Solinsky Gallery opening party, the Salmon Parade, the Del Oro School Program, the Nevada … Read More »

The Wild & Scenic Film Festival is coming to town and Nevada City has turned into an art gallery.  The film festival in collaboration with Nevada County Arts has brought over 60 local and visiting artists.  The works are being showcased  in venues ranging from New Moon, Mowen Solinisky Gallery, Miners Foundry, Scotch Broom, Matteo’s Public and Kitkitdizzi.  The theme for this year’s festival is Climate Change and the varying mediums of work illuminate this theme in a range of ways.  Check out the art and wine stroll on Saturday afternoon, or pop into any one of the locations through out town and soak up the amazing talent on display.  Photos in today’s post spotlight artists: Art of the Wild, LeeAnn Brook, Phil Brown, Sheila Cameron, Sarah Coleman and Tahiti Pehrson, Kenna Foster, Jeff Litton, Dylan McConnell, Terra Nyssa, Richard Swayze, … Read More »