Issue 9 · October 23, 2026
Your Nevada County Weekly Digest
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Community News
Sheriff's Department Holiday Card Contest Underway
The Nevada County Sheriff’s Department is calling on children ages 4-12 to design their official holiday card. Submit your festive artwork by November 9 for a chance to win!
Entertainment
Poetry Crawl In Grass Valley
Trade the pub for prose this Saturday in Grass Valley. Join the Sierra Poetry Festival for a unique Poetry Crawl featuring local readings and workshops across five downtown venues from 2–5 p.m.
Public Safety
Town Hall As Major Wildfire Prevention Project Begins
Work is underway on a critical 350-acre wildfire fuels reduction project in Deer Creek Canyon. Learn more about the safety efforts at a Town Hall meeting this Monday at 6 p.m. in Nevada City.
Local Government
Expanded Philosophy For CHAMP Gallery
Nevada City’s CHAMP Gallery is seeking proposals from local artists and groups for new exhibitions, offering flexible partnership models and stipends up to $1,000. Apply by November 19 to showcase your art.
Community News
12th Annual Howl-O-Ween Downtown Grass Valley
Grass Valley’s 12th annual Howl-O-Ween Dog Mob parade returns this Sunday at 3 p.m., inviting costumed pups and owners to join the downtown festivities for a howling good time.
Upcoming Events
Jan
7
Muse Lab - A Generative Writing Group + Open Mic
The Owl Cave 13459 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley, C
Feb
4
Muse Lab - A Generative Writing Group + Open Mic
The Owl Cave 13459 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley, C
Mar
4
Muse Lab - A Generative Writing Group + Open Mic
The Owl Cave 13459 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley, C
Apr
1
Muse Lab - A Generative Writing Group + Open Mic
The Owl Cave 13459 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley, C
Apr
16
Niladri Kumaar at The Center for the Arts
The Center for the Arts
Tickets On Sale
Shopping Show Deals
Featured Business
Les Schwab
Doing the right thing since 1952
Since 2001, the Les Schwab team on Freeman Lane has been dedicated to strengthening the Grass Valley community through long-standing local partnerships. Building on our 74-year heritage, we proudly support our neighbors by providing resources and essential services—like our Tires for Purpose and snack donation programs—to help local schools and nonprofits thrive.
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