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Farmer's Markets in Nevada County
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Fall Colors in the Foothills
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SOME OF CALIFORNIA'S FINEST fall colors are found along the western slope of the northern Sierra Nevada mountains in the historic old western towns of Nevada City and Grass Valley...
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Through the 25th
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On Golden Pond, at the Nevada Theatre in Nevada City. Foothill Theatre Company
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4 - 12
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Kodo Arts will be holding their annual 9 day only fall warehouse show and sale oct. 4-12. Kodo Arts ships containers of antique furniture, home decor, decorative art, garden and textiles from Kyoto, Japan to its hub warehouse in Nevada City, CA and opens its doors to the public for a twice a year 9 day only show and sale before shipping these pieces off to other venues. Wholesale prices 10am -7pm daily. 530-478-0812
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Mindy's Ice Cream holds fundraiser for Foothill Theatre Company. 4pm - 9pm. FTC has arranged for Michael Grijalva, an NU senior, to do his popular slight-of-hand magic tricks during the evening. 113 Neal Street, Grass Valley (next to the downtown Grass Valley Safeway grocery store). You can call the FTC business office for more information at 265-9320.
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Thinking of Residing or Romancing in Thailand? Ken Albertsen, was known as 'Brahma' when he resided 25 years in Nevada County. For the past 10 years he has secured properties in northernmost Thailand, writing books and developing a farmstead. Current plans are to develop an outdoor rock climbing/Adventure park. Anyone with any questions about Thailand - is welcome to meet informally for a round-table discussion with Ken. We'll meet in front of Seaman's Lodge on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 4:30 pm, and then go sit at the picnic tables below childrens' recreation area.
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Loma Rica Ranch Harvest Festival & Pumpkin Patch. This event will benefit Child Advocates of Nevada County & Big Brothers Big Sisters and have many great attractions for all ages. Local organic food of all kinds will be complimented by local wines and microbrews and talented local bluegrass musicians will keep the stage busy all day long. Tour the CCOF Certified Organic Farm, pick up veggies in the Farm Stand and visit the new organic nursery. Dozens of artists and craftspeople will be selling their goods and Rock-n-Horse Ranch will be in full swing with several horse-drawn wagons circulating at all times. Kids can enjoy oodles of free games, a hay fort, haunted house, zipline and rummaging around the organic pumpkin patch. 11:00 am - 6:00 pm. Loma Rica Ranch Organic Farm. $10 for adults, $5 for 11-17 yr. olds, and $5 for seniors 65+. Children 10 and under. 530-274-9059.
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Gold panning and gem hunting. October 11 and 12, return to the days of the gold rush and adventures of Indiana Jane. Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. come and enjoy gold panning and gem hunting at the Lifetime Ranch- in historic Rough and Ready/ Penn Valley California. Experience the life of a treasure hunter, looking for hidden gold and sparkling minerals and gems. 9am to 4pm. 17860 Cattle Drive Penn Valley, CA. Free. 530-432-7383. Fundraiser for a nonprofit organization, Lifetime Foundation, providing services for woman and children in adoption.
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11 - 12
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Harvest Celebration Party. Nevada City Winery. more
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BRIDAL SHOW - Grass Valley Holiday Inn, 11-4. Wedding Professionals, Bridal Drawings, Food Samplings, Fashion Shows, Bridal Specials, Boutique Setting. www.foreverlovebridalshows.com. $5 entry, FREE Parking.
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SLEEP DISORDERS: NATURAL SOLUTIONS: A Free Health Talk by Dr. Don Williams, DC. What causes insomnia? What causes sleep apnea? Why can’t we fall asleep quickly and naturally? Why do we wake frequently? Why do we wake up and not be able to return to sleep? Dr. Don, master teacher/practitioner of the Bio Energetic Synchronization Technique, will discuss the various causes of sleep disorders and natural remedies in depth, and demonstrate a gentle technique for removing SEMO from the nervous system. Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 7:00 pm - 8:30pm at Vibrant Living Center, 1097 E. Main St., Suite G, Grass Valley. (530) 271-5921. www.livingvibrantly.com
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Treks Through Time
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The Nevada County Land Trust offers hikes and events all summer long. 530-272-5994
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Safe Trick or Treat. Parents and child care providers are invited to bring their pre-school age children for a safe trick or treat tour of historic downtown Grass Valley, California. Merchants throughout the downtown dress in costume and hand out candy to the children, while providing a safe environment. Witching hours are from 10am to 1pm on Halloween. Mill Street downtown is closed to motorized traffic. Window displays and costume contests are a fun part of this annual event.
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