Placer County wins three awards for its state fair exhibit; Sierra County, two; and Nevada County, one
Editor’s note: Placer County won three awards for its county exhibit at the California State Fair (Best of Division – Professionally Built Exhibits; Best Use of Special Effects/Animation Award; and a gold award); Sierra County won two (Superintendent’s Award and gold); and Nevada County won a gold. Congratulations to all! Here’s the Fair’s press release: […]
“New Gold Rush”: How chefs, farmers, winemakers & artists are resettling the Sierra Foothills
A new generation of chefs, farmers, winemakers and artists are resettling the region. They are adding new energy and sophisticated offerings for today’s travelers while honoring the region’s rich history. The foothills’ relaxed lifestyle, Mediterranean-like climate and stunning beauty is prompting them to open wineries; restaurants with fresh, local cuisine; and local art galleries. This […]
Sierra Knolls new wood-burning pizza oven is a masterpiece
THE ITALIANS WHO CAME TO THE Gold Country in the mid-1800s brought winemaking to the region—but they also introduced the culinary tradition of baking in stone ovens. Many Italian families used outdoor stone ovens to bake bread, a vital part of Italian culture. “Around 100 stone ovens have been identified in Calaveras, Amador and Tuolumne […]
Winery dogs: “You can’t make a good wine without a dog”
DOGS ARE A WINEMAKER’S BEST FRIEND, providing companionship in the vineyard and at the winery. They romp among the vines, chasing balls and snacking on grapes. Many of them greet guests at the winery, as much a part of the experience as tasting wine. There’s also a deeper connection. “Just like drinking wine, or pruning […]
Nevada County striking partnership to attract Hollywood filming to region (video)
Editor’s note: We have written about the success of the Hallmark-made movie The Christmas Card, filmed in Nevada City. It was Hallmark’s highest-rated original movie of all time. Now Nevada County is stepping up the effort to attract filming — a longtime goal. Nevada County currently does not have a local Film Commission/ Office, or […]
The Center for the Art: Visual arts is a cornerstone
THE CENTER FOR THE Arts in Grass Valley has become a hub for arts throughout the Sierra foothills, drawing world-class talent to the region. Performers have included Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, Aaron Neville, Brandi Carlile, Rosanne Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Will Durst, Judy Collins and the Smothers Brothers. In more than 150 performances a year, The […]
Nevada County thanks our magazine for helping to promote the region at Sacramento conference
From the Nevada County Executive Officer’s “Friday memo”: Auditor-Controller, Marcia Salter, reported that the annual California State Controller’s (SCO) conference with the County Auditor-Controllers was held October 23-25 in Sacramento. This year Nevada County was the featured host county, which provided an opportunity to promote all that our county has to offer. The conference was […]
InConcert Sierra Autumn Youth Scholarship
What: InConcert Sierra Autumn Youth Scholarship When: applications due by October 30, 2012 Information: www.inconcertsierra.org or 530-273-3990 InConcert Sierra will present two $500 scholarships to aspiring instrumentalists currently in grades 4-8. The young musicians need to have been studying their instrument for at least three years with private or school instruction in Nevada County or […]
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