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Polly’s Paladar

Photography by: John Burnett Polly’s Paladar is a local private supper club in Nevada City that started earlier this year and has been getting rave reviews ever since.  Check out the calendar for the next event, this Saturday’s Wild Foods with … Continue reading

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Soroptimist Garden Tour plus giveaway

The Soroptimist Garden Tour will be taking place this coming weekend (May 19th and 20th) throughout Nevada County, for a map click here.  Take a tour of some amazing gardens either Saturday or Sunday between 10am and 4pm and help … Continue reading

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Bike & Hike Event

The 2012 Bike & Hike Event took place today at Seven Hills School.  The fundraiser for the Nevada City Schools had something for everyone; road rides, hikes, obstacle courses, tricycle races, silent auction, taco lunch, plus more.  Lots of fun … Continue reading

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Teddy Bear Convention

The Teddy Bear Convention has returned to Nevada City with a 2 1/2 day event based at the Elks Lodge.  This year’s theme is the “Enchanted Forest.”  For a schedule of events click here.  Photos of bears, antiques and dragons … Continue reading

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Kayaking in Nevada City

This is the time of year you see those plastic boats tied to the top of trucks driving up and down Hwy 49.  The runoff is happening and the rivers are running.   We are surounded by white water living here … Continue reading

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Treats

The weather is warming up in Nevada City and it’s a perfect time to visit our friends at Treats.  As you can see below their ice cream doesn’t last long!  Peggy & Bob Wright describe their ice cream as “Homemade artisans … Continue reading

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Buttermilk Bend Trail, Bridgeport

The wildflowers are in season at Bridgeport on the South Yuba River.  Pack a picnic and head to Buttermilk Bend Trail, the level trail follows the river for 1.2 miles and is perfect for all ages and abilities.  Guided walks … Continue reading

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Sugar Loaf Mountain

Want to get 365 degree views of downtown Nevada City?  Take a short walk up to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain.  Bring a picnic and sit and enjoy the views.  The trail starts at the top of Coyote Street … Continue reading

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Briar Patch Co-op

Briar Patch Co-Op has something for everyone, whether its fresh local organic fruits and veggies, local wines, healthy meals to go, amazing fresh criossants, tickets to the latest local performance or bulk foods.  Really, you just need to pop in and … Continue reading

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Nevada City Mountain Biking

It’s spring, time to dust off the bike and hit the trails.  If you’re looking for a community of riders try BONC (Bicyclists of Nevada County) or stop by the Outside Inn for a map of some of our local … Continue reading

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