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Play: Twelfth Night; or, What you Will

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Play: Twelfth Night; or, What you Will A Comedy By William Shakespeare Thursday, February 9, 2012: 10am & 7pm Friday, February 10, 2012: 10am & 7pm Saturday, February 11, 2012: 7pm Performed by YRCS 8th Grade Class Directed by Dinah Smith and Sandra Rockman $5 Students and $7 Adults Tickets available at Briarpatch and Harmony Books For information call 530-265-6060 One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Twelfth Night celebrates the entanglements of love at their most extreme!… Contact phone: 530-265-6060. Thursday, February 9, 2012. Yuba River Charter School Auditorium 505 Main Street, Nevada City.

Morning Skate Clinic for TDXC Pass Holders

Outdoor/Recreation Event description: Improve your skate skiing! Each morning will focus on topics selected by attendees: such as climbing, V2, speed in turns and downhills, transitions and shifting gears. Pre req:at least advanced beginner thru advanced. Clinic taught by Chauncey Parker, PSIA Level 3 instructor, experienced racer, former UNR cross country ski team coach, and Far West Nordic coach For TDXC season pass holders: $55/ month or $20 per clinic. Contact email: chaunceyparker@gmail.com. Contact phone: 587-9484. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM. Tahoe Donner Cross Country Center. For more info visit www.tahoedonner.com.

Fast and Fit For Women Featuring Super Circuit

Health/Wellness One week free trial of gym for local residents, which includes all classes. We're open 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Event description: Super Circuit is unique to Fast and Fit and combines dance-style cardio and strengthening moves with weight and toning machines, all set to upbeat music. Contact email: judi@fastandfit.net. Contact phone: (530) 273-5862. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM. 760 S. Auburn St. Grass Valley.

Fun 4 The Little Ones

Arts & Entertainment Event description: The toddler program at The Artist Workshop focuses on development of our youngest guests. Painting, squeezing, splatting and layering are just some of the activities to enjoy. Each child will also bring home a specific project. Cost is $10.00 per child. Contact email: info@the-artist-workshop.com. Contact phone: 530-272-1937. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. The Artist Workshop 134 East Main Street Grass Valley.

Bikram Yoga Classes

Health/Wellness Event description: Bikram Yoga Class Schedule. All classes are 90 minutes unless noted otherwise. Monday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Tuesday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 1 p.m. 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Thursday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Friday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m. noon (90 minute intro session) Sunday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m.… Contact email: info@bikramyogagvnc.com. Contact phone: (530) 273-2030. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Bikram Yoga Grass Valley/Nevada City, 900 Golden Gate Terrace Suite D, Grass Valley.

Pilates for Everyone

Health/Wellness Event description: Develop whole body strength, flexibility and stability. Sessions combine Reformer, mat work and percussive breathing. Small, personalized classes since 1996. Voted Best Pilates Studio in 2006. Call 432-8985 to reserve space. Contact email: loriw@oro.net. Contact phone: 530432-8985. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Penn Valley Dance and Fitness, 17323 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley, in the Plaza Tire Center.

Fast and Fit For Women Featuring Super Circuit

Health/Wellness One week free trial of gym for local residents which includes all classes. We're open 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Event description: Super Circuit is unique to Fast and Fit and combines dance-style cardio and strengthening moves with weight and toning machines, all set to upbeat music. Contact email: judi@fastandfit.net. Contact phone: (530) 273-5862. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM. 760 S. Auburn St. Grass Valley.

Project WET Updated Training (North Shore)

Community Event description: A completely revised, updated, and expanded Project WET Curriculum and Activity Guide was finally released in September! The new Project WET program that is emerging encompasses not only the new guide but also a Portal, expanded resources and networking opportunities. Join us to be trained in this newly formulated water education curriculum. Cost of training is free with registration and you receive a FREE Project WET Guide 2.0 for all California and Nevada Educators (includes 65 activities with 22 new acti… Contact email: dolson@tahoercd.org. Contact phone: 7758817562. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences
291 Country Club Drive (SNC campus)
Incline Village, NV 89451. For more info visit terc.ucdavis.edu.

Computer Classes - Gold Country Computer Learning Center

Education Check our website or call for class schedules and enrollment: www.gcclc.org (530) 273-0497. Event description: Low cost Computer Classes and Workshops. Beginning to Advanced Computer Basics, Digital Camera, Photo Editing, Spread Sheets, MS Office Business: Word & Excel and more. Contact phone: (530) 273-0497. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Ponderosa Hall (Gate 2 Nevada County Fairgrounds) 11228 McCourtney Road Grass Valley, CA.

Beginning Pilates for Everyone

Health/Wellness Event description: Beginning level. Develop whole body strength, flexibility and stability. Sessions combine Reformer, mat work and percussive breathing. Small, personalized classes since 1996. Voted Best Pilates Studio in 2006. Call 432-8985 to reserve space. Contact email: loriw@oro.net. Contact phone: 530432-8985. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Penn Valley Dance and Fitness, 17323 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley, in the Plaza Tire Center.

SAMBA SOCCER Youth League Sign-ups

Sports Event description: SAMBA SOCCER Youth League Sign-ups now through Feb. 9 Season no. 2 starts week of Feb. 13. Contact email: samba03@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 274-3205. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. 957 Golden Gate Terrace Grass Valley, CA.

Zumba, RIPPED or Yoga Stretch!

Health/Wellness Event description: Zumba on Tuesday with Nadja, RIPPED on Wednesday with Nadja, Yoga Stretch on Friday with Sarah and RIPPED on Saturday with either Nadja or Lulu! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Divine Flow Yoga

Health/Wellness Everyone is welcome to attend this class. This class is perfect for beginners to intermediate students & is ideal for those wanting to rebuild strength & flexibility to old injuries. Event description: Therapeutic yoga that is gentle & safe with an eye toward healing post-injury. Tantric breath & energy flows warm, loosen & increase vitality. Classical Hatha poses will open you deeply to healing & greater strength. Classes finish with lush yoga nidra relaxation techniques harmonizing mind, body & spirit through inner peace & expanding joy. Everyone is welcome. Lotus Levin: (530) 265-8811. Contact email: info@lotushealingsanctuary.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-8811. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Wild Mountain Yoga.

Qigong for health and wellness.

Health/Wellness Event description: Qigong for health and wellness. Contact email: homer@hjmanor.com. Contact phone: 530-263-1627. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. South Yuba Club Nevada City.

Zumba Gold

Health/Wellness This is a great class for beginners and seniors. Event description: Zumba Gold. Contact email: jenrua@gmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 273-6844. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Rhythms Fitness Studio, 13479 Colfax Hwy, Grass Valley, CA 95945.

LeeAnn Brook: Beneath the Surface

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Large format contemporary landscape paintings by Nevada City artist LeeAnn Brook. Contact email: leeann@brookdesign.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-6817. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 12:00 PM. Szabo Vineyards Tasting Room 316 Broad St. Nevada City, CA. For more info visit www.brookdesign.com.

LeeAnn Brook: Environments

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Large format contemporary landscape paintings by Nevada City artist LeeAnn Brook. Contact email: leeann@brookdesign.com. Contact phone: 265-6817. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 12:00 PM. New Moon 203 York St. Nevada City, CA. For more info visit www.brookdesign.com.

Photography Exhibit: Signs of Life

Arts & Entertainment Artist reception on Friday, February 10 and Saturday February 11, at 5:30 PM. Event description: Award winning photographs from Bhutan, Laos, Easter Island and TIbet. Contact email: info@viewpointgallery.org. Contact phone: 916 441-2341. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Viewpoint Photographic Gallery 2015 J St. Sacramento, CA 95811.

Valentine Box Lunch Delivery

Community Delivery area: Nevada City, Grass Valley, Alta Sierra and Lake Wildwood. $15 including delivery. Event description: Surprise your valentine with lunch delivered to their home or office. Details and order at NevadaCityMethodist.com. Deadline to order is noon Monday, Feb. 13. Delivery is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tues. Feb. 14. $15.00 including delivery. Contact email: bbbussey@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 470-8453. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 12:00 PM. Delivered to home, shut-in or office.

Zumba with Kristi

Health/Wellness DITCH THE WORKOUT, JOIN THE PARTY! Event description: Zumba an exhilarating, effective, easy to follow, Latin inspired, calorie burning dance fitness party. Contact phone: 530 277-9257. Contact email: m.merten@sbcglobal.net. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. KRA-Z FITNESS STUDIO-354 Idaho Maryland Rd.

Ladies Wine Down

Flavor Event description: Ladies Wine Down is a great way to relax every Thursday at the Grass Valley Wine Company. Taste a flight of wines and take home a bottle at 10% off or ladies can enjoy $1 off all glasses. Cheers! Contact email: info@gvwineco.com. Contact phone: 530-615-4222. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM. 128 Mill Street, Grass Valley.

Yoga for the SECOND Half of LIFE

Health/Wellness Event description: A safe, gentle approach to nourish & recharge your body, mind, spirit. Become healthier & more content. Ideal for those with limited flexibility, pain, misalignment, or healing an injury or surgery. Contact email: indeerajohnn@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 478-1418. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM. Wild Mountain Yoga 574 Searls Ave. Nevada City. For more info visit indeerajohnn.com.

Pet Portraits by Lindblad Studios at Java Johns

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sandy Lindblad's colorful impressionistic yet realistic pet portraits will be on display at Java Johns throughout the month of February. This will be your chance to see some of her original paintings and giclee canvas wrap around prints. All art will be on sale. She catches the feelings of your pets! Contact email: sandski2@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 530.913.0679. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 1:00 PM. 306 Broad St Nevada City Ca 95959.

T'ai Chi

Health/Wellness Event description: T'ai Chi 24 Movement Yang Short Form. Contact email: homer@hjmanor.com. Contact phone: 530-263-1627. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. South Yuba Club Nevada City.

Zumba or Get Fit Boot Camp!

Health/Wellness Event description: Zumba classes at 4:00 with Tia or Mary and Get Fit Boot Camp at 3:45 with Geri Campbell! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Youth Athletic Conditioning Program

Sports $80 for member's children, $128 for children of non-members. Event description: Coach Kevin Bennett will teach an eight-week Sports Conditioning Program for youth between the ages of 10 and 14. Contact email: kevinb@southyubaclub.com. Contact phone: (530) 470-9100. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM. South Yuba Club 555 Searls Ave. Nevada City, CA.

Girls Night Out

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Girls Night Out! Every Thursday, 4-10 p.m. Guys are more than welcomed, too! Every Thursday for Girls Night Out we offer happy hour pricing for all, all night. Contact email: barb@apreswineco.com. Contact phone: 530-544-9463. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Après Wine Company Ski Run Center, 3668 Lake Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150.

Blend Yoga

Health/Wellness Plenty of on-site parking! Event description: A fusion of many styles of yoga. Flow, alignment, balance, breath work and meditation are always included to leave you feeling strong, relaxed and renewed. Contact email: Annie@GrassValleyYoga.com. Contact phone: (530)559-1357. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM. Grass Valley Yoga 10052 Alta Sierra Dr. @ HWY 49 Grass Valley.

Beginning T'ai Chi Ch'uan

Health/Wellness All are welcome to an initial complimentary class. Event description: Practice of t'ai chi ch'uan, soft-style internal martial art for health, sport and self-defense. Beginning Class will learn Yang short form. Contact email: susan@taichi-nevadacity.com. Contact phone: 530 274 3513. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Nevada City Veterans Building 415 North Pine St. Nevada City CA 95959.

Pottery Wheel Ceramics Drop-In

Arts & Entertainment Event description: drop-inCeramics drop-in at T Pots Pottery Drop-in sessions are the time to get your hands dirty and release some stress, while moving at your own pace to create functional and decorative pottery. Staff is available to assist, give tips and show tricks of the trade during drop-in. Bring a towel to wipe your hand or put across your lap, your tools and paint brushes. Contact email: info@tpotspottery.com. Contact phone: 530 550 7822. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. 11012 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161. For more info visit truckeepottery.com.

Fast and Fit For Women Featuring Super Circuit

Health/Wellness One week free trial of gym for local residents which includes all classes. We're open 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Event description: Super Circuit is unique to Fast and Fit and combines dance-style cardio and strengthening moves with weight and toning machines, all set to upbeat music. Contact email: judi@fastandfit.net. Contact phone: (530) 273-5862. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM. 760 S. Auburn St. Grass Valley.

Zumba Class!

Health/Wellness Event description: Zumba with Geri on Monday, Lydia on Tuesday and Thursday and with Lulu on Wednesday from 5:15 to 6:40! Wow! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 5:40 PM – 6:40 PM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Irish Pub Night at The 5

Arts & Entertainment Our Menu of Roadhouse Food From Around The World available every night at this elegant, romantic 1890 stagecoach stop. Our core menu remains constant, but each month you can enjoy our specials which celebrate the food and beverages form a different region of the world. See www.TheOld5MileHouse.com for current specials and information. Lunch from 12 to 4 p.m. dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday Brunch 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pizza served all day. Fresh seafood, steaks, pizza, pasta, vegetarian and vegan fare. Closed Mondays. Fun, Affordable, Family Friendly. The Old 5 Mile House Restaurant and bar. Your five minute getaway! Event description: Live Celtic Music, authentic Irish Pub Fare like steak and Guinness pie, corned beef and cabbage, Guinness chocolate cake and specials on Irish drinks like Guinness Stout, Smithwick's Irish Ale, Irish and scotch whiskeys, Irish car bombs and Bailey's Irish Cream. Contact email: robert@theold5milehouse.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-5155. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Old Five Mile House, Restaurant and Bar, 18851 Highway 20, Nevada City.

Bereaved Moms Support Group

Community Event description - swift test: Monthly support group for bereaved moms meets the 2nd Thursday of each month. Contact email: chrisharder@heritageoaksmc.com. Contact phone: 916-768-3891. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. St. Teresa Catholic Church Fireside Room, 11600 Atwood Rd, Auburn. For more info visit www.bereavedparentsusa.org.

ZUMBA with Debra at The Loft

Health/Wellness Entrance to the studio is located in the S. Church St/ Neil St. parking lot next to the mural. Event description: ZUMBA with Debra. Contact email: zumbatart@ att.net. Contact phone: 530-477-9940. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM. 121 S. Church St. Grass Valley. For more info visit theloftfitness.com.

Get Fit Boot Camp or RIPPED!

Health/Wellness Event description: Get Fit Boot Camp with Geri on Monday Wednesday and Thursday and RIPPED with Kristin on Tuesday! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman"

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sierra Stages presents "Death of a Salesman". Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning “Death of a Salesman” is one of the greatest achievements of 20th Century drama. Its central character, Willy Loman, a little man with modest dreams, towers over American dramatic literature. Exploring the gap between fathers and sons, the tragedy of misplaced ambitions, and the rightful definition of the American dream itself, “Death of a Salesman” speaks of human dilemmas and human truths...and it continues to have the… Contact email: info@sierrastages.org. Contact phone: 5303463210. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:00 PM. Nevada Theatre 401 Broad Street Nevada City.

George Souza - Guitar Master

Arts & Entertainment Event description: George Souza will be starting the weekend off early! Come in and join him! Contact email: frontdesk@holbrooke.com. Contact phone: 530-273-1353. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Holbrooke Hotel's Golden Gate Saloon 212 West Main St Downtown Grass Valley.

Beginner West Coast Swing Dance

Community Call Darren with any questions. 530-615-8268. Event description: February 2012 West Coast Swing Lessons No partner necessary. Come see what the craze is all about! February Dance Special!! Bring a partner or friend and save $20 on the month. Normally $40 per person for 4 week series. Save $20 and pay just $60 for two people. $12 drop in. Contact phone: 530-615-8268. Contact email: darrenengstrom@gmail.com. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Vela Massage Retreat Studio 763 B South Auburn St. Grass Valley, CA.

Pure Awareness Meditation

Community Event description: Buddhist meditation and study group in the Tibetan tradition; in the lineage of Anam Thubten Rinpoche. Contact phone: 530.748.5114. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 10024 Newtown Rd, Nevada City (Corner of 49, in the back yellow building across Newtown from the Willo). For more info visit dharmata.org.

Meditating with the Body

Health/Wellness Event description: Guided relaxation and traditional awareness practices that connect you with the body. Donation basis. Contact email: indeerajohnn@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 478-1418. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Full Life Yoga Studio, 204 Providence Mine Road, Ste. 112, Nevada City, CA. For more info visit indeerajohnn.com.

Womens Kickboxing

Health/Wellness If your serious about a great workout, with some motivation, this is the best class around. 30 years experience and 15 years competion background. This is it. Event description: Want to loose weight, learn real kickboxing, and self defense techniques. Looking for a good workout? This is it. Contact email: jayperry77@hotmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 559-7010. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. 640 E. Main St. Suite D Grass Valley, Ca.

Sierra Stages presents Arthur Miller's DEATH OF A SALESMAN

Tourism Type of Event: Theatre & Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: www.SierraStages.org. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning “Death of a Salesman” is one of the greatest achievements of 20th Century drama. Its central character, Willy Loman, a little man with modest dreams, towers over American dramatic literature. Exploring the gap between fathers and sons, the tragedy of misplaced ambitions, and the rightful definition of the American dream itself, “Death of a Salesman” speaks of human dilemmas and human truths...and it continues to have the power to speak to us today. A not-to-be-missed e… Price: $18/$20 General Admisison; $30 Reserved. Venue: Nevada Theatre. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:00 PM. Nevada Theatre 401 Broad St Nevada City.

National Theatre Live - TRAVELLING LIGHT

Arts & Entertainment Event description: The new play TRAVELLING LIGHT, a funny and fascinating tribute to the Eastern European immigrants who became major players in Hollywood's golden age, plays live from the National Theatre of London tonight at 7:15 pm at Sierra Cinemas. Contact email: sierracinemas@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: 530-477-1100. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:15 PM – 10:15 PM. Sierra Cinemas 840-C East Main Street Grass Valley. For more info visit www.sierracinemas.com.

Reno Tahoe Comedy presents the return of Homeslice Productions’ Utility Players

Arts & Entertainment Event description: The Utility Players were voted Best Comedy Troupe in Reno in 2010 (RN&R 2010) and are Reno’s premier comedy troupe. A live version of Whose Line is it Anyway? the Utility Players infuse improv with musical comedy, sketch comedy, stand-up, and more to create a true variety show. Don’t miss the opportunity to see the Utility Players at the beautiful Pioneer Underground! Buy Tickets Tickets are $11 in advance and $16 the day of the show and are available at www.pioneercenter.com, 775-686-6600 ext. #4 /… Contact email: info@renotahoecomedy.com. Contact phone: 775-322-5233. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Pioneer Underground 100 S Virginia St Reno, NV 89502.

Open Mic Night

Arts & Entertainment Open mic. All entertainers welcome. Event description: Open mic. All players and singers welcome. All genres appreciated. Contact email: restlesswindent@gmail.com. Contact phone: (916) 740.0131. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM. Ava's Event Center/Cattlebaron's Restaurant, 3129 Penryn Road, Penryn at I-80.

Beginner II/Intermediate West Coast Swing Dance Lessons

Community Contact Darren with any questions. 530-615-8268. Event description: This series is for folks who have taken the beginner series or previously learned West Coast Swing but haven’t danced in a while. No partner necessary. Come see what the craze is all about! February Dance Special!! Bring a partner or friend and save $20 on the month. Normally $40 per person for 4 week series. Save $20 and pay just $60 for two people. $12 drop in. Contact phone: 530-615-8268. Contact email: darrenengstrom@gmail.com. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Vela Massage Retreat Studio 763 B. South Auburn St. Grass Valley, CA.

Live Professional Rock Jam Invitational

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Professional Rock Jam hosted by Tony Sequig, the 1st and 3rd Thrusday of the month, and by Ray Kinmen the 2nd and 4th Thursday.of the month. Professionals welcome to come and jam in this free event. All those who love the rock jam should come and hear... Contact email: mcgeesbar@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 5302653205. Thursday, February 9, 2012, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM. 315 Broad St Nevada City, Ca 95945.

Play: Twelfth Night; or, What you Will

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Play: Twelfth Night; or, What you Will A Comedy By William Shakespeare Thursday, February 9, 2012: 10am & 7pm Friday, February 10, 2012: 10am & 7pm Saturday, February 11, 2012: 7pm Performed by YRCS 8th Grade Class Directed by Dinah Smith and Sandra Rockman $5 Students and $7 Adults Tickets available at Briarpatch and Harmony Books For information call 530-265-6060 One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Twelfth Night celebrates the entanglements of love at their most extreme!… Contact phone: 530-265-6060. Friday, February 10, 2012. Yuba River Charter School Auditorium 505 Main Street, Nevada City.

Early AM Skate Ski Clinic

Outdoor/Recreation Event description: Weekly before work skate ski clinic for intermediate/advanced skiers. Come learn new 'good' habits to improve your effieciency and power while having fun! Instructor: Andrea Miller PSIA Level 3 and PT. Sign up by calling TDXC (587-9484)or stopping by. 4-pack of clinics for $55. Contact email: abrideaumiller@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 550-2922. Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM. Tahoe Donner Cross Country.

Beginning Ballet Workout - Teens and Adults

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Learn fun dance exercise and ballet technique. Stimulate your body and mind. Professional dance floor. Contact phone: 530432-8985. Contact email: loriw@oro.net. Friday, February 10, 2012, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Penn Valley Dance and Fitness, 17323 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley, in the Plaza Tire Center.

Bikram Yoga Classes

Health/Wellness Event description: Bikram Yoga Class Schedule. All classes are 90 minutes unless noted otherwise. Monday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Tuesday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 1 p.m. 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Thursday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Friday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m. noon (90 minute intro session) Sunday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m.… Contact email: info@bikramyogagvnc.com. Contact phone: (530) 273-2030. Friday, February 10, 2012, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Bikram Yoga Grass Valley/Nevada City, 900 Golden Gate Terrace Suite D, Grass Valley.

Moving beyond your limitations

Health/Wellness Event description: Have you experienced limitations in an activity that you love to do, and you just can't seem to get over the hump? Find out how you can move beyond those limitations and excel at everything you do. Contact email: jackie@somasynci.com. Contact phone: (530) 478-9547. Friday, February 10, 2012, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Vela Massage Retreat, 763 B South Auburn St. Grass Valley.

WordPress Class Series

Education For more information or to register for the class series, please visit Sierra Commons website. Event description: This WordPress class series will give you all the tools and knowledge you need to launch your WordPress website (publicly or privately) and set it up for optimized success in marketing your product or service on the web. Contact email: cat@catswebweave.com. Contact phone: 530-362-8586. Friday, February 10, 2012, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sierra Commons 107 Sacramento St Suite 300 (top floor of the Stonehouse) Nevada City, CA 95959. For more info visit sierracommons.org.

Qigong for health.

Health/Wellness Event description: Qigong for health. Contact email: homer@hjmanor.com. Contact phone: 530-263-1627. Friday, February 10, 2012, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. South Yuba Club Grass Valley.

Computer Classes - Gold Country Computer Learning Center

Education Check our website or call for class schedules and enrollment: www.gcclc.org (530) 273-0497. Event description: Low cost Computer Classes and Workshops. Beginning to Advanced Computer Basics, Digital Camera, Photo Editing, Spread Sheets, MS Office Business: Word & Excel and more. Contact phone: (530) 273-0497. Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Ponderosa Hall (Gate 2 Nevada County Fairgrounds) 11228 McCourtney Road Grass Valley, CA.

Zumba with Kristi

Health/Wellness DITCH THE WORKOUT, JOIN THE PARTY~. Event description: ZUMBA! An exhilarating, effective, easy to follow, latin inspired, calorie burning dance fitness party-GEARED TOWARDS BEGINNERS! Contact phone: 530 277-9257. Contact email: m.merten@sbcglobal.net. Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. KRA-Z FITNESS STUDIO-354 Idaho Maryland Rd, Grass Valley.

Zumba, RIPPED or Yoga Stretch!

Health/Wellness Event description: Zumba on Tuesday with Nadja, RIPPED on Wednesday with Nadja, Yoga Stretch on Friday with Sarah and RIPPED on Saturday with either Nadja or Lulu! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Gentle Blend Yoga

Health/Wellness Plenty of on-site parking! Event description: A gentle yoga class that includes balance, breath work, alignment and meditation to leave you feeling strong, relaxed and renewed. All levels are welcome! Contact email: Annie@GrassValleyYoga.com. Contact phone: (530)559-1357. Friday, February 10, 2012, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Grass Valley Yoga.

"Printmaking Extravaganza" at North Tahoe Arts

Arts & Entertainment Event description: The “Printmaking Extravaganza” at North Tahoe Arts in February, the exhibit hangs from 2/1 to 2/27. Artists; Candace Nicol, Larry Hunt, Sue Gross, Cathy McClelland, and Janet Martin will exhibit a genre of printmaking techniques from, wood cut, collagraph assemblage, screen prints, silk screening, metal etching, monotype, relief and intaglio to name a few. Candace Nicol owner of Oxboo Press in Reno has exhibited both nationally and internationally. Her work hangs in permanent collections throughout the… Contact email: info@northtahoearts.com. Contact phone: 530-581-2787. Friday, February 10, 2012, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. North Tahoe Arts 380 N. Lake Blvd. For more info visit www.northtahoearts.com.

LeeAnn Brook: Beneath the Surface

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Large format contemporary landscape paintings by Nevada City artist LeeAnn Brook. Contact email: leeann@brookdesign.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-6817. Friday, February 10, 2012, 12:00 PM. Szabo Vineyards Tasting Room 316 Broad St. Nevada City, CA. For more info visit www.brookdesign.com.

LeeAnn Brook: Environments

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Large format contemporary landscape paintings by Nevada City artist LeeAnn Brook. Contact email: leeann@brookdesign.com. Contact phone: 265-6817. Friday, February 10, 2012, 12:00 PM. New Moon 203 York St. Nevada City, CA. For more info visit www.brookdesign.com.

Photography Exhibit: Signs of Life

Arts & Entertainment Artist reception on Friday, February 10 and Saturday February 11, at 5:30 PM. Event description: Award winning photographs from Bhutan, Laos, Easter Island and TIbet. Contact email: info@viewpointgallery.org. Contact phone: 916 441-2341. Friday, February 10, 2012, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Viewpoint Photographic Gallery 2015 J St. Sacramento, CA 95811.

Valentine Box Lunch Delivery

Community Delivery area: Nevada City, Grass Valley, Alta Sierra and Lake Wildwood. $15 including delivery. Event description: Surprise your valentine with lunch delivered to their home or office. Details and order at NevadaCityMethodist.com. Deadline to order is noon Monday, Feb. 13. Delivery is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tues. Feb. 14. $15.00 including delivery. Contact email: bbbussey@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 470-8453. Friday, February 10, 2012, 12:00 PM. Delivered to home, shut-in or office.

Pet Portraits by Lindblad Studios at Java Johns

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sandy Lindblad's colorful impressionistic yet realistic pet portraits will be on display at Java Johns throughout the month of February. This will be your chance to see some of her original paintings and giclee canvas wrap around prints. All art will be on sale. She catches the feelings of your pets! Contact email: sandski2@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 530.913.0679. Friday, February 10, 2012, 1:00 PM. 306 Broad St Nevada City Ca 95959.

West Shore Cafe Apres-Ski Happy Hour

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Enjoy après-ski happy hour at the West Shore Café & Inn every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. – which includes half-price on every appetizer and highlighted beverages. Guests can indulge in menu favorites such as Dungeness crab and corn fritters, wild mushroom custard with white truffle oil served with a toasted baguette, and the West Shore Café’s signature ahi poki dish, to name a few. Contact email: innkeeper@westshorecafe.com. Contact phone: 530.525.5200. Friday, February 10, 2012, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. West Shore Cafe & Inn - Homewood, CA.

Zumba or Get Fit Boot Camp!

Health/Wellness Event description: Zumba classes at 4:00 with Tia or Mary and Get Fit Boot Camp at 3:45 with Geri Campbell! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Friday, February 10, 2012, 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Benefit for Tresa Honaker

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Benefit for Tresa Honaker. Music by Travis Matthew & The Blue Company. Chicago Blues and Jazz. Contact phone: 530 615 4222 Nora. Friday, February 10, 2012, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Grass Valley Wine Company 128 Mill Street Grass Valley, CA 95945.

5Rhythms Moving-Meditation and Ecstatic Dance

Health/Wellness Event description: The 5 Rhythms™ are a series of healing maps for the body, mind, and spirit that provide self-discovery and greater awareness. This movement practice is designed to release the spirit of the dancer that lives in every body, no matter what shape, size, age, limitation or experience. Finding your dance means finding yourself, at your most fluid and creative level. The practice is simple, yet it has the power to catalyze deep healing and creative self-expression. Drop-ins $15. Discount Cards Available. No one r… Contact phone: 530-477-7757. Contact email: michael@welloflight.com. Friday, February 10, 2012, 5:00 PM – 7:15 PM. South Yuba Club 555 Searls Ave. Nevada City, CA. For more info visit www.moving-meditation.com.

Diva Night- Pottery, Ceramics, Glass Fusing

Arts & Entertainment Event description: It's a ladies night out PARTY. Bring in ALL your friends, a bottle of wine (only if you are 21 or over), good and whatever else you want and have a great time with your friends painting all the pottery you want. No boyfriends, husbands, kids or animals allowed. :-) Come in with all your friends. Contact email: info@tpotspottery.com. Contact phone: 530 550 7822. Friday, February 10, 2012, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. 11012 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161. For more info visit truckeepottery.com.

Signs of Life

Arts & Entertainment In addition to the above, Second Saturday reception, February 11, 5:30 PM - 9:30PM. Event description: Rick Murai - Signs of Life photography exhibit. Photographs from Bhutan, Laos, Easter Island and Tibet. Artist reception and gallery talk. Contact email: info@viewpointgallery.org. Contact phone: 916-441-2341. Friday, February 10, 2012, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Viewpoint Photographic Gallery 2015 J St. Sacramento, CA.

Zumba Class!

Health/Wellness Event description: Zumba with Geri on Monday, Lydia on Tuesday and Thursday and with Lulu on Wednesday from 5:15 to 6:40! Wow! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Friday, February 10, 2012, 5:40 PM – 6:40 PM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Diego's Umbrella

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Diego’s Umbrella are San Francisco’s Ambassadors of Gypsy Rock. Internationally known and revered, their lively stage show, great songs, antics and humor have garnered them a cult following around the world. With a mix of Eastern European tradition, pop sensibility and punk rock energy, they have had crowds going wild for years. Tickets now on sale on-line or phone (775-782-8207) Pre Sale: $10 / Day of Show: $15. Contact email: cvartscouncil@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 775-782-8207. Friday, February 10, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. CVIC Hall, 1602 Esmeralda, Minden, NV.

Core Appreciation Day

Outdoor/Recreation Event description: CORE Appreciation Days We would like to thank all of our CORE members with CORE appreciation days throughout the season! CORE tickets are discounted even further on appreciation days! Just $47 for Adults and $35 for Young Adults and Seniors, and $5 for kids 6-12! That's double the normal daily savings! General Admission is also in effect! Contact email: info@sugarbowl.com. Contact phone: 530-426-6721. Friday, February 10, 2012, 6:00 PM. Sugar Bowl Resort.

eaucoup Chapeaux @ the Classic

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Maggie,Luke,Randy & Murray bring thier Parisian gypsy music to the Classic for your enjoyment. For those who wish to rediscover the Nevada City music scene. Contact email: kirkvalentine@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: 530 2659440. Friday, February 10, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 216 Broad st Nevada City.

The Nut Boyz at The Old 5 Mile House

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Those nutty guys, Tom and Steve, are back at the Old 5 Mile House for their unique brand of musical madness. Original songs, wildly inventive takes on classic tunes, and a goodly amount of improvisation and good times will come your way, along with a great menu and full bar at this foothill nightlife hub. Contact phone: 265-5155. Friday, February 10, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Old 5 Mile House 18851 Hwy. 20 Nevada City.

Get Fit Boot Camp or RIPPED!

Health/Wellness Event description: Get Fit Boot Camp with Geri on Monday Wednesday and Thursday and RIPPED with Kristin on Tuesday! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Friday, February 10, 2012, 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

NTHS Jazz Band 40s Night

Arts & Entertainment Event description: The North Tahoe Jazz Band pulls out the stops for this iconic Tahoe community fundraiser event that celebrates music of the 1940s. Contact email: annlindemann2@gmail.com. Contact phone: 530 4123465. Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Gralibakken Resort, Tahoe City, CA.

Winter Wildlands Backcountry Film Festival

Outdoor/Recreation Event description: Great Film! Great Cause! Winter Wildlands Back Country Film Festival (BCFF) presented by Tahoe Cross Country Ski Education Association (TCCSEA) and Alpenglow Sports. Join us on Friday February 10th at the Sawtooth Ridge Café Tahoe City. Film starts at 7pm. Admission is only $10 and tickets can be purchased at the door. Some great prizes will be raffled off including a Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area 2012/13 Season Pass. Please come early for good seating, a beer and first shot at raffle tickets. The Saw… Contact email: tccsea@tahoexc.org. Contact phone: (530) 583-6917. Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Sawtooth Ridge Cafe, Tahoe City.

“Looking Through A Glass Onion: Deconstructing The Beatles’” White Album

Arts & Entertainment The White Album is the bestselling album of the Beatles’ career. Its thirty songs span almost every style of music – from hard rock to country to chamber music to avant-garde. Its recording took place during a remarkable year in Beatles history that included a lengthy trip to India and the arrival of Yoko Ono. In “Looking Through A Glass Onion: Deconstructing The Beatles’” White Album, Mr. Freiman takes Beatles fans young and old into the studio as the band creates this masterpiece. Mr. Freiman will discuss the creation of “Revolution," “While My Guitar Gently Weeps," “Blackbird” and many other classic songs from the White Album. Musicians and non-musicians, Beatles fanatics and casual fans will all enjoy Mr. Freiman’s two-hour presentation. Event description: Hosted by Beatles expert Scott Freiman, this popular presentation which has sold out Carnegie Hall and been hailed as “pure MAGIC” features rare audio, unreleased video, numerous first-hand sources, anecdotes and more to uncover the reasons why their music continues to be loved by millions. Contact email: info@minersfoundry.org. Contact phone: (530) 265-5040. Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Miners Foundry Cultural Center, 325 Spring St. Nevada City, CA.

Kelly Fleming

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Come enjoy a drink and listen to Kelly play a variety of music on the guitar! Contact email: frontdesk@holbrooke.com. Contact phone: 530-273-1353. Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Holbrooke Hotel's Golden Gate Saloon 212 West Main St Downtown Grass Valley.

Valentines Event

Community Event description: "Song of the Prophet" Kahlil Gribran's "The Prophet set to music by Mark Haskett. Ticket $15; includes dessert. Contact email: unitygc@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: 274-2463. Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Unity in the Gold Country Spiritual Center 180 Cambridge Ct Grass Valley, Ca.

Beyond Multiple Use - Managing Sierra Forests for Resilience: A presentation by Malcolm North

Outdoors/Recreation Event description: Over the past decade, researchers have been racing to understand how climate change and fire suppression will affect our forests. This slideshow and talk by UC Davis forest ecologist Malcolm North will address the most recent research, focusing on how this new information can be applied to help protect Sierra forest ecosystems from current and impending disturbances. $5- $7 donation. Contact email: info@yubawatershedinstitute.org. Contact phone: 530 292 3777. Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:00 PM. Madelyn Helling Library Community Room 980 Helling Way, Nevada City. For more info visit www.yubawatershedinstitute.org.

"Looking Through A Glass Onion: Deconstructing The Beatles" White Album

Tourism The Magic Lantern Film Society and Miners Foundry Cultural Center present 'Deconstructing The Beatles - A Multimedia Journey Into the Studio with The Beatles', Friday, February 10th. Hosted by composer, producer and Beatles expert Scott Freiman, this popular presentation which has sold out Carnegie Hall and been hailed as "pure MAGIC" features rare audio, unreleased video, numerous first-hand sources, anecdotes and more to uncover the reasons why their music continues to be loved by millions. The White Album is the bestselling album of the Beatles career. Its thirty songs span almost every style of music -from hard rock to country to chamber music to avant garde. Its recording took place during a remarkable year in Beatles history that included a lengthy trip to India and the arrival of Yoko Ono. In "Looking Through A Glass Onion: Deconstructing The Beatles" White Album, Mr. Freiman takes Beatles fans young and old into the studio as the band creates this masterpiece. Mr. Freiman will discuss the creation… Type of Event: Art & Gallery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $15-GA, $12-Student and Senior. Venue: Miners Foundry Cultural Center. Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. 325 Spring Street , Nevada City.

Broadway Bits

Arts & Entertainment Event description: 6th Annual musical showcasing the best of Broadway. Cast and crew of more than 40 singers, dancers and actors, including veteran community thespians and new performers. Contact email: Jane@MJHolman@me.com. Contact phone: 775-815-4121. Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Redfield Proscenium Theatre @ UNR 1664 N. Virginia Street, Church Fine Arts Bld. Reno, NV 89557. For more info visit www.sierraschoolofperformingarts.org.

Reno Tahoe Comedy presents DC Erwin

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Reno Tahoe Comedy is pleased to announce DC Ervin as our headlining comedian. DC Ervin is a second generation comedian that get’s a lot of his inspiration from his father, who was a comedian in his day as well. DC made his national television debut on ABC’s The Evidence, and hasn’t slowed down since. He has since won the Ontario Comedy Competition, was a finalist in the Bay Area Comedy Competition, and made an appearance on TV One’s hit comedy show, “Who’s Got Jokes” (Season 3). When not performing, DC spen… Contact email: info@renotahoecomedy.com. Contact phone: 775-322-5233. Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Pioneer Underground 100 S Virginia St Reno, NV 89502.

Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman"

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sierra Stages presents "Death of a Salesman". Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning “Death of a Salesman” is one of the greatest achievements of 20th Century drama. Its central character, Willy Loman, a little man with modest dreams, towers over American dramatic literature. Exploring the gap between fathers and sons, the tragedy of misplaced ambitions, and the rightful definition of the American dream itself, “Death of a Salesman” speaks of human dilemmas and human truths...and it continues to have the… Contact email: info@sierrastages.org. Contact phone: 5303463210. Friday, February 10, 2012, 8:00 PM. Nevada Theatre 401 Broad Street Nevada City.

Sierra Stages presents Arthur Miller's DEATH OF A SALESMAN

Tourism Type of Event: Theatre & Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: www.SierraStages.org. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning “Death of a Salesman” is one of the greatest achievements of 20th Century drama. Its central character, Willy Loman, a little man with modest dreams, towers over American dramatic literature. Exploring the gap between fathers and sons, the tragedy of misplaced ambitions, and the rightful definition of the American dream itself, “Death of a Salesman” speaks of human dilemmas and human truths...and it continues to have the power to speak to us today. A not-to-be-missed e… Price: $18/$20 General Admisison; $30 Reserved. Venue: Nevada Theatre. Friday, February 10, 2012, 8:00 PM. Nevada Theatre 401 Broad St Nevada City.

ANGRY HOUSEWIVES

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Continuing Fridays and Saturdays through Feb 18, this truly zany musical comedy has become something of a local phenomenon and adult "cult classic." Audiences of both sexes, all (adult) age groups and all walks of life continue to delight in sharing the struggles and triumphs of four conservative middle-aged women who enter a punk-rock band contest in hopes of winning the prize money. The effect that the ladies' enterprise has on the men in their lives provides the classic formula for brilliant musical co… Contact email: john@offbroadstreet.com. Contact phone: 530-265-8686. Friday, February 10, 2012, 8:15 PM – 10:15 PM. Off Broadstreet 305 Commercial Street Nevada City, CA 95959.

ANGRY HOUSEWIVES

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Continuing Fridays and Saturdays through Feb 18, this truly zany musical comedy has become something of a local phenomenon and adult "cult classic." Audiences of both sexes, all (adult) age groups and all walks of life continue to delight in sharing the struggles and triumphs of four conservative middle-aged women who enter a punk-rock band contest in hopes of winning the prize money. The effect that the ladies' enterprise has on the men in their lives provides the classic formula for brilliant musical co… Contact email: john@offbroadstreet.com. Contact phone: 530-265-8686. Friday, February 10, 2012, 8:15 PM – 10:15 PM. Off Broadstreet 305 Commercial Street Nevada City, CA 95959.

Spinning for health and wellness.

Health/Wellness Event description: Spinning for Health and Wellness. Contact email: homer@hjmanor.com. Contact phone: 530-263-1627. Friday, February 10, 2012, 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM. South Yuba Club Grass Valley.

Big Head Todd and the Monsters – Crown Room Show

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Big Head Todd and The Monsters could have begun resting on their laurels back in 1993, when their Top 10 singles “Bittersweet,” “Broken Hearted Savior,” “Circle” and “It’s Alright” pushed the album Sister Sweetly to platinum certification. However, Todd Mohr says, “I’ve fought throughout our career not to be a one-trick pony, to be the kind of band that has depth and diversity in its catalogue.” The essence of Big Head Todd and The Monsters – a rootsy, emotionally direct variety of rock ’n’ roll that lends… Contact phone: 775-833-6333. Friday, February 10, 2012, 9:00 PM. Crystal Bay Casino 14 SR 28 Crystal Bay, NV 89402.

Reno Tahoe Comedy presents hypnotist Dan Kimm for a HYPNOT!C show

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Join comedic hypnotist Dan Kimm for a HYPNOT!C show at the Pioneer Underground on 100 South Virginia, St. Reno, NV. Enjoy a full bar and no drink minimum! We provide a smoke-free environment and beautiful theater setting. HYPNOT!C is a mesmerizing, comedic, laugh-a-minute show that not only busts the myths surrounding hypnosis but also showcases the hidden talents of the volunteers’ subconscious minds. Dan Kimm, the featured hypnotist who has appeared in showrooms, classrooms and boardrooms through… Contact email: info@renotahoecomedy.com. Contact phone: (775) 322-5233. Friday, February 10, 2012, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PM. Pioneer Underground 100 S Virginia St Reno, NV 89501.

R.I.P.P.E.D CLASS

Health/Wellness Lose weight, get fit, and have fun! Event description: COME EXPERIENCE THE ONE STOP BODY SHOCK R.I.P.P.E.D- Resistance, Intervals, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, and Diet. Contact email: m.merten@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: 530 277-9257. Friday, February 10, 2012, 11:15 PM – Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 AM. KRA-Z FITNESS STUDIO-354 Idaho Maryland Rd.

Valentine's Day at Northstar California

Outdoor/Recreation Event description: Treat your loved one to the perfect Valentine's Day or Valentine's Getaway at Northstar! Valentine's Day Fun Race Are you tired of listening to a loved one talk about who's the faster skier or rider? Well now's your chance to get to the bottom of it! Join us Valentine's Day Weekend for our free Valentine's Day Fun Race. There will also be food and drink specials. More details to come! Please visit www.NorthstarCalifornia.com for more information! Contact phone: 800-466-6784. Saturday, February 11, 2012. Northstar California Resort.

Play: Twelfth Night; or, What you Will

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Play: Twelfth Night; or, What you Will A Comedy By William Shakespeare Thursday, February 9, 2012: 10am & 7pm Friday, February 10, 2012: 10am & 7pm Saturday, February 11, 2012: 7pm Performed by YRCS 8th Grade Class Directed by Dinah Smith and Sandra Rockman $5 Students and $7 Adults Tickets available at Briarpatch and Harmony Books For information call 530-265-6060 One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Twelfth Night celebrates the entanglements of love at their most extreme!… Contact phone: 530-265-6060. Saturday, February 11, 2012. Yuba River Charter School Auditorium 505 Main Street, Nevada City.

RIPPED!

Health/Wellness Event description: RIPPED with Kristin!! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:45 AM – 8:45 AM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Food Addicts In Recovery Anonymous

Health/Wellness Event description: FA is a program based on the 12 steps of AA. There are no dues, fees or weigh-ins at FA meetings. www.foodaddicts.org. Contact email: danver@pacbell.net. Contact phone: 530-263-4207. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM. Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Bldg 3 room 120 155 Glasson Way Every Saturday.

Grange Pancake Breakfast

Flavor Best bargain in town and keeps on giving! Thanks for your support. Event description: Monthly breakfast fundraiser for the "Hole in The Road" repairs. Full breakfast with eggs cooked to order, includes pancakes, sausage, bacon, potatoes, coffee and juice - $5. Contact email: cjsings07@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 432-3111. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Rough and Ready Grange Hall 14550 Rough and Ready Hwy Rough and Ready.

Rough and Ready Grange Breakfast

Tourism Type of Event: Children & Family. Music / Concert. Event Location: Rough & Ready Downtown. City/Area: Rough & Ready. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Enjoy a delicious breakfast of eggs, sausage, pancakes, potatoes, coffee and juice. And when some of the Fruit Jar Pickers begin to play, the singing and laughter becomes contagious! Price: $5.00. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Rough and Ready Grange #795, across the street and up the hill from the Market.

The Metropolitan Opera: LIVE in HD

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Experience the sixth season of The Met: Live in HD at The Del Oro Theatre with Wagner's Götterdämmerung on February 11. With its cataclysmic climax, the Met's new Ring cycle, directed by Robert Lepage, comes to its resolution. Deborah Voigt stars as Brunnhilde and Gary Lehman is Siegried - the star-crossed lovers doomed by fate. James Levine conducts. Contact email: sierracinemas@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: 530-477-1100. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM – 3:25 PM. The Del Oro Theatre 165 Mill Street Grass Valley. For more info visit www.sierracinemas.com.

E-waste collection

Community Proceeds benefit the NY/DC 8th grade students who are fund raising for their trip. No need to get out of your car, we will unload it for you. Event description: Drop off your electronic E-waste, including TV's, monitors, desktops ect. Contact email: uh.2012.nydc@gmail.com. Contact phone: 530 559 2654. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Union Hill School parking lot 11638 Colfax Hwy.

Bikram Yoga Classes

Health/Wellness Event description: Bikram Yoga Class Schedule. All classes are 90 minutes unless noted otherwise. Monday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Tuesday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 1 p.m. 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Thursday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Friday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m. noon (90 minute intro session) Sunday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m.… Contact email: info@bikramyogagvnc.com. Contact phone: (530) 273-2030. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Bikram Yoga Grass Valley/Nevada City, 900 Golden Gate Terrace Suite D, Grass Valley.

Love, Sex and Relationships in 2012: Connecting Spirituality and Sensuality

Community Event description: Free Workshops and Presentations, Sensual Entertainment and Gifts, Aphrodisiac Feast and Cuddle Party, Music and Dancing! Celebrate your Love by attending the first event of its kind in Nevada City! Bliss yoga; free presentations on sexuality, communication and healthy relationships; gifts for that special someone, sensual food and enticing entertainment invite you to explore, learn and affirm your own beauty and worth. Singles and Couples welcome! Contact email: veronica@TheShameFreeZone.com. Contact phone: 530.362.8013. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:30 AM – Sunday, February 12, 2012, 12:30 AM. The Stone House at 107 Sacramento Street, Nevada City, CA 95959.

Voter Suppression

Government/Politics Free. Program at 10:00. Event description - swift test: What is voter suppression? Why should we care? It could happen here. Would it skew election results? These and other questions will be addressed by a knowledgeable panel at the regular meeting of the League of Women Voters of Western Nevada County. Guest speakers from Sacramento League, Butte County NAACP, and our Registrar of Voters. Guest speakers will be Lola Acosta, President, LWV of Sacramento County; Irma Jordan, President, Butte County NAACP; and Gregory Diaz, Nevada County Clerk-Record… Contact email: lwvwnc@gmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-0956. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Peace Lutheran Church, 828 West Main St. Grass Valley.

Fusion with Dawn: A Dance Fitness Class

Health/Wellness Please bring a water bottle and a small towel. Event description: A dance fitness class inspired by a variety of musical and dance styles. All levels welcome and the first class is always free! Private studio setting. Contact email: dryley@ymail.com. Contact phone: (530) 277-0733. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. 314 West Main Street Grass Valley CA 95945 (inside Sierra Dance Institute, upstairs at the Center for the Arts).

Second Saturday of each month Free Locals Museum Day

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Stop by the museum and locals can enjoy free admission. Explore the boating history of Lake Tahoe. Contact email: katena@tahoemaritime.org. Contact phone: 5305259253 ext. 100. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Tahoe Maritime Museum 5205 West Lake Blvd. Homewood, CA 96141.

Computer Classes - Gold Country Computer Learning Center

Education Check our website or call for class schedules and enrollment: www.gcclc.org (530) 273-0497. Event description: Low cost Computer Classes and Workshops. Beginning to Advanced Computer Basics, Digital Camera, Photo Editing, Spread Sheets, MS Office Business: Word & Excel and more. Contact phone: (530) 273-0497. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Ponderosa Hall (Gate 2 Nevada County Fairgrounds) 11228 McCourtney Road Grass Valley, CA.

Love, Sex and Relationships in 2012: Connecting Spirituality and Sensuality

Health/Wellness Celebrate your love by attending the first event of its kind in Nevada City! Bliss yoga, free presentations on sexuality, communication and all topics pertaining to healthy relationships, gifts for that special someone, sensual food and enticing entertainment invite you to explore, learn and affirm your own beauty and worth. Singles and couples welcome! Event description: Free workshops and presentations, sensual entertainment and gifts, aphrodisiac feast and cuddle party, music and dancing! Contact email: Veronica@TheShameFreeZone.com. Contact phone: (530) 362-8013. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM. The Stonehouse 107 Sacramento St. Nevada City.

Save a Heart Health Fair presented by REMSA

Health/Wellness Event description: In honor of National American Heart Month, REMSA and Scheels will be presenting the 5th annual Save A Heart and Simple 7 Health Expo! This year we will continue to offer free CPR classes to the community as well as heart healthy education opportunities and health checks. We will also be adding an opportunity for vendors to present clinics and demonstrations on heart healthily living to participants. CPR Awareness classes are free and will be available at 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, and 1:00pm in the Schee… Contact email: eventsrs@scheelssports.com. Contact phone: 775-331-2700. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Scheels 1200 Scheels Drive Sparks, NV 89434. For more info visit www.scheels.com.

Zumba with Kristi

Health/Wellness DITCH THE WORKOUT, JOIN THE PARTY! Event description: Zumba!! An exhilarating, effective, easy to follow, Latin inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Contact phone: 530 277-9257. Contact email: m.merten@sbcglobal.net. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. KRA-Z FITNESS STUDIO-354 Idaho Maryland Rd.

12U Swaggerzz Girls Fastpitch Car Wash

Sports Event description: Please come out and support the 12U Swaggerzz Girls Fastpitch Team, a local team of girls fastpitch softball players, and get your car washed! Contact email: swaggerzz.fp@gmail.com. Contact phone: 530-559-0077. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. 892 E Main St. Grass Valley Corner of Hughes and East Main St.

Pump It Up & R.I.P.P.E.D.

Health/Wellness classes alternate weekly Pump it Up w/Geri Campbell & RIPPED w/.Nadja Young. Event description: Pump it Up & RIPPED are Interval strength training programs - please check our website for details www.RhythmsFitness.com. Contact email: jen@gmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 273-6844. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM. Rhythms Fitness Studio, 13479 Colfax Highway (at the Y), Grass Valley 95945.

Zumba, RIPPED or Yoga Stretch!

Health/Wellness Event description: Zumba on Tuesday with Nadja, RIPPED on Wednesday with Nadja, Yoga Stretch on Friday with Sarah and RIPPED on Saturday with either Nadja or Lulu! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Double Oak Vineyards & Winery

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Open Saturdays. (Open other days by appointment.) Enjoy wine tasting featuring mountain grown fine wine, all estate grown and produced. Award winning wines include gold medal & best of class. Visit with the winemaker, tour the winery & learn about wine. Bring a picnic to enjoy in a charming area with a view of quarter-century old vineyards surrounded by oaks & pines. Groups are easily accommodated. For more information, go to www.doubleoakwinery.com. Contact email: info@DoubleOakWinery.com. Contact phone: 530-292-3235. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Located 15 miles north of Nevada City on the San Juan Ridge at 14510 Blind Shady Rd. (off Purdon Rd.).

KinderKonzert

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Maestro Goodwin introduces the selections and the instruments of the orchestra in a program designed to inspire children to a lasting love of classical music. Twelve-year-old Young Artist Competition winner Alexis Keller is the featured violin soloist. The program includes Strauss' 'Blue Danube Waltz' and Saint-Saens' 'Bacchanale from Samson and Delilah'. Contact email: AuburnSymphonyOffice@gmail.com. Contact phone: 530-823-6683. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Placer High School Auditorium 123 Agard Street Auburn. For more info visit www.auburnsymphony.com.

Coufos Cellars Free Wine Tastings!

Arts & Entertainment I submitted another identical event for Saturday, but then realized that I didn't have the occurance go through the end of the year. We just need this one for Saturdays. Thanks! Event description: Free wine tastings Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy a large variety of Rhone style wines (i.e. Viognier, Syrah, and fabulous Rhone blends!) Visit the winery and vineyard located in the historic town of Rough and Ready. Just 5 miles from Grass Valley. (530-274-2923). Contact email: coufoscellars@comcast.net. Contact phone: 530-274-2923. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 10065 Rough & Ready Road, Rough and Ready.

LeeAnn Brook: Beneath the Surface

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Large format contemporary landscape paintings by Nevada City artist LeeAnn Brook. Contact email: leeann@brookdesign.com. Contact phone: (530) 265-6817. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM. Szabo Vineyards Tasting Room 316 Broad St. Nevada City, CA. For more info visit www.brookdesign.com.

LeeAnn Brook: Environments

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Large format contemporary landscape paintings by Nevada City artist LeeAnn Brook. Contact email: leeann@brookdesign.com. Contact phone: 265-6817. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM. New Moon 203 York St. Nevada City, CA. For more info visit www.brookdesign.com.

Photography Exhibit: Signs of Life

Arts & Entertainment Artist reception on Friday, February 10 and Saturday February 11, at 5:30 PM. Event description: Award winning photographs from Bhutan, Laos, Easter Island and TIbet. Contact email: info@viewpointgallery.org. Contact phone: 916 441-2341. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Viewpoint Photographic Gallery 2015 J St. Sacramento, CA 95811.

Valentine Box Lunch Delivery

Community Delivery area: Nevada City, Grass Valley, Alta Sierra and Lake Wildwood. $15 including delivery. Event description: Surprise your valentine with lunch delivered to their home or office. Details and order at NevadaCityMethodist.com. Deadline to order is noon Monday, Feb. 13. Delivery is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tues. Feb. 14. $15.00 including delivery. Contact email: bbbussey@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 470-8453. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM. Delivered to home, shut-in or office.

FUNdraiser for FFACS

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Come out and show your love for the furry Valentine in your life (we don't mean your husband, but you can bring him too!) AppeteasersUSA is hosting a fundraiser for Friends Forever, a cat sanctuary. This is an Auburn based, non-profit organization dedicated to saving homeless and abandoned cats in Placer County. They are a cage free, no-kill rescue group. All volunteer driven, they have successfully rescued more than 850 cats since 2008. AppeteasersUSA will be donating 50% of each ticket sold! Proce… Contact email: michelle@appeteasersUSA.com. Contact phone: 530-559-6272. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Downtown Auburn.

Pet Portraits by Lindblad Studios at Java Johns

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sandy Lindblad's colorful impressionistic yet realistic pet portraits will be on display at Java Johns throughout the month of February. This will be your chance to see some of her original paintings and giclee canvas wrap around prints. All art will be on sale. She catches the feelings of your pets! Contact email: sandski2@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 530.913.0679. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM. 306 Broad St Nevada City Ca 95959.

Qigong Master- Energy Detoxification and Stress Release Seminar

Education Accomplished & extraordinary Master Jixing Li has been studied by three universities in neutralizing cancer and serious disease processes/written three books/will teach this class to learn to repair our living system. Visit u-energy.org. Event description: Chinese Qigong Master Jixing Li teaches energy detoxification- emphasis on brain system-expel /release/repair and integrate/understand principle balance of universal energy movements/how to access nature's living system to repair ourselves. From 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday Feb. 11 and from 9:30 to noon Sunday Feb. 12. Pre registration required. Both days cost $160, one day costs $90. Contact email: elle.binky@gmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 272-9093. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Grass Valley Aikikai 964 Golden Gate Terrace, Grass Valley (across fro Samba Soccer).

Qigong Master- Energy Detoxification and Stress Release Seminar

Health/Wellness Master Jixing Li is an extraordinary and accomplished Qigong Master. He has been studied by three universities in neutralizing cancers as well as other disease processes with "Multi-dimensional Unified Universal Energy." He has authored three books, He will teach a class on "GONG-FA: How to achieve comprehensive balance of human biological energy" from 2:30 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11 and 9:30 a.m. to noon Sunday, Feb. 12. Tickets cost $160. Visit u-energy.org. Event description: Free public lecture by Chinese Master Jixing Li on Medical Internal Qigong Healing Properties- How Qigong affects change in Serious and General Health Challenges from 1 to 2 p.m. and 2:30 to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 9:30 to noon on Sunday. Contact email: elle.binky@gmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 272-9093. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM. Grass Valley Aikikai 964 Golden Gate Terrace (across from Samba Soccer), Grass Valley.

Qigong Master- Energy Detoxification and Stress Release Seminar

Health/Wellness Master Jixing Li is an extraordinary and accomplished Qigong Master. He has been studied by three universities in neutralizing cancer and other disease processes and has written three books. He will teach a class on " Energy Detoxification & Stress Reduction" - repair the living system. Visit u-energy.org. Event description: Free public lecture by Chinese Master Jixing Li- Medical Internal Qigong Healing Properties- "How Qigong affects change in Serious and general Health Challenges" lecture from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, followed by class from 2:30 to 5 p.m. and from 9:30 to noon Sunday, Feb. 12 ( class pre-registration $160). Contact email: elle.binky@gmail.com. Contact phone: (530) 272-9093. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Grass Valley Aikikai 964 Golden Gate Terrace, Grass Valley (across from Samba Soccer).

West Shore Cafe Apres-Ski Happy Hour

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Enjoy après-ski happy hour at the West Shore Café & Inn every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. – which includes half-price on every appetizer and highlighted beverages. Guests can indulge in menu favorites such as Dungeness crab and corn fritters, wild mushroom custard with white truffle oil served with a toasted baguette, and the West Shore Café’s signature ahi poki dish, to name a few. Contact email: innkeeper@westshorecafe.com. Contact phone: 530.525.5200. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. West Shore Cafe & Inn - Homewood, CA.

Zumba or Get Fit Boot Camp!

Health/Wellness Event description: Zumba classes at 4:00 with Tia or Mary and Get Fit Boot Camp at 3:45 with Geri Campbell! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

2nd Saturday Art & Wine Walk

Arts & Entertainment This is a free monthly event. Event description: Enjoy the ambiance of Grass Valley, taste local wines at our wine tasting rooms and art galleries. See the map available on our website. Each month a different artist is showcasing their work. Contact email: gvda2@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 272-8315. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Historic downtown Grass Valley.

Music Matinee at Mix & Mingle Greek Bistro

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Enjoy Tom Wernigg every other Saturday at Mix & Mingle Greek Bistro while he plays his original Folk music. Enjoy a gyro while you're there! Contact email: vitkoff@hotmail.com. Contact phone: 530-305-4050. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. 30 N Main St Colfax, CA 95713.

Saturday Music Matinee

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sat. Feb. 11 - Saturday Music Matinee @ 4pm. Tom Wernigg takes the stage to play his original Folk music in his John Denver & Johnny Cash style. As you enjoy the music, make sure that you try our Greek Food Menu with Gyros, Falafel, Dolmas and Baklava with Turkish coffee. Colfax Greek Bistro 30 N. Main St. Colfax, Ca. 95713 (530) 305-4050. Contact email: vitkoff@hotmail.com. Contact phone: 530 305 4050. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Colfax Greek Bistro 30 N. Main St. Colfax, CA.

Amphora's 5th Annual Amphoradisiac Winemaker's Dinner

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Wine and Romance in the Cellar February 11, 2012, 5:30 pm Treat your sweetie to a romantic evening • Multi-course gourmet dinner • Fabulous Wine Pairings • White Tablecloths, Candlelight and Roses • And maybe a surprise or two! $135 per person $115 per person for our Wine Club Members (tax and gratuity included) RSVP - 707-431-7767 Amphora Winery 4791 Dry Creek Road, Building 6 - Healdsburg, CA 95448 - 707-431-7767 www.amphorawines.com. Contact email: info@amphorawines.com. Contact phone: 707-431-7767. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Amphora Winery 4791 Dry Creek Road, Building 6 - Healdsburg, CA 95448 - 707-431-7767 www.amphorawines.com.

Valentine Dinner & Dance

Flavor Event description: Romantic Dinner/Dance with live music at the Alcouffe Community Center in Oregon House at 9185 Marysville Road. There will be hors d’oeuvres and a No Host bar starting at 5:30 pm, followed by a tempting three-course Prime Rib dinner. Complimentary wine has been generously donated for this fundraiser by Renaissance Vineyard & Winery, a gold-medal winery located in Oregon House. If you have not yet heard the musical stylings of “one-man-band” Steve Williams of Browns Valley, you are in for a big treat. For t… Contact email: qaqa@digitalpath.net. Contact phone: 530-692-9511. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Alcouffe Community Center, 9185 Marysville Road, Oregon House, CA 95962.

Zumba Class!

Health/Wellness Event description: Zumba with Geri on Monday, Lydia on Tuesday and Thursday and with Lulu on Wednesday from 5:15 to 6:40! Wow! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 5:40 PM – 6:40 PM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Six Peaks Grille Franciscan Magnificat Wine Maker Dinner

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Exclusive Three Course Dinner paired with Franciscan Wines and a Blending Seminar. $100 per person plus tax and gratuity. Contact phone: 530-581-6615. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Resort at Squaw Creek Six Peaks Grille.

Stephen Holland at Matteo's Public

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Stephen returns to the heart of Saturday night Nevada City with a night of ballads you never knew you loved. From French trouveres to Cape Verdean morna, from Cuban lullabies to Brazilian baiao. from Odetta to Leonard, from Bob to Nick, not to mention his own brand of original songware, he'll have you comin' and goin' around the world and around the bend. Come and enjoy the greatest pub grub and ales in the neighborhood, then stay for the musical dessert. Contact phone: 265-0782. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 300 Commercial St. Nevada City.

David Cobb Speaks on Movement to Amend Constitution

Arts & Entertainment Event description: DAVID COBB TO SPEAK! The recent US Supreme Court’s ruling in Citizens United vs. FEC opened the floodgates to unlimited corporate spending on elections. Join David Cobb, former presidential candidate, attorney, and organizer for the Move to Amend coalition, who will help local residents understand the history behind the recent decision and how they can work to abolish “Corporate Personhood” and re-establish a government of, by, and for the People. Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. Seaman’s Lodge, Pio… Contact email: movetoamend.org. Contact phone: 273-3845. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Seaman's Lodge, Pioneer Park, Nevada City, CA.

"For Lovers Only" Dinner & Dance

Memorials & Funerals Tickets also available at RELIC 120 120 Mill Street, Grass Valley. Event description: Third annual event! Proceeds go to the Newman Memorial Foundation, providing scholarships to NUHS seniors in memory of Ryan and Brett Newman, who lost their lives on Highway 20 in 2006. Donation $100 per couple. Salmon and Prime rib dinner, four drink tokens, dancing and lots of fun! Benefits a wonderful foundation which has given more than $20,000 in college scholarships to Nevada Union students. Contact email: victoriamargret@hotmail.com. Contact phone: 530-264-6155. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM. Nevada County Horseman's Club 10600 Bubbling Wells Road (off Brunswick Road) Grass Valley.

Get Fit Boot Camp or RIPPED!

Health/Wellness Event description: Get Fit Boot Camp with Geri on Monday Wednesday and Thursday and RIPPED with Kristin on Tuesday! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Tuck Wilson Live!

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Tuck Wilson plays your favorites & requests by the fireplace in the Lakeside Dining Room. Contact email: tuck@tuckwilson.com. Contact phone: 5303863030. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Captain Jon's.

James Carlson

Arts & Entertainment Event description: The Holbrooke is the place to be tonight! Dance the night away to high energy rock and country music by James Carlson! Contact email: frontdesk@holbrooke.com. Contact phone: 530-273-1353. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Holbrooke Hotel's Golden Gate Saloon 212 West Main St Downtown Grass Valley.

Saturday Music @ Seven

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sat. Feb. 11 - Saturday @ Seven - The Grassffax Trio - Nory Fussell, Ann Meigs & Lee May bring their talents together for an evening of local & hearty folk music. Guitar, harmonica, mandolin, bass & harmony vocals. Family event so bring the kids! 7 - 9pm. As you enjoy the music, make sure that you try our Greek Food Menu with Gyros, Falafel, Dolmas and Baklava with Turkish coffee. Colfax Greek Bistro 30 N. Main St. Coflax 95713 (530)305-4050. Contact email: vitkoff@hotmail.com. Contact phone: 530 305 4050. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Colfax Greek Bistro 30 N. Main St. Colfax, CA.

Sweetheart's Swing

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sweetheart's Swing featuring NU's Jazz Band. Lot's of fun for young and/or old! Dessert and Coffee Bar included. $10/each, presale, or $15/each at the door. There will also be a raffle, with purchase of tickets at the event. FREE dance lessons begin at 6 pm! All proceeds go to the NU Instrumental Program. Contact phone: 273-8271. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. St. Joseph's Cultural Center Grass Valley, CA.

Broadway Bits

Arts & Entertainment Event description: 6th Annual production of Broadway's best, featuring songs and scenes from 20 of the best of Broadway. Cast and crew of more than 40 under the direction of Janet Lazarus. Contact email: Info@SierraSchoolofPerformingArts.org. Contact phone: 775-852-7740. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Redfield Proscenium Theatre @ UNR 1664 N. Virginia St. Church Fine Arts Bld. Reno, NV 89557. For more info visit www.sierraschoolofperformingarts.org.

Reno Tahoe Comedy presents DC Erwin

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Reno Tahoe Comedy is pleased to announce DC Ervin as our headlining comedian. DC Ervin is a second generation comedian that get’s a lot of his inspiration from his father, who was a comedian in his day as well. DC made his national television debut on ABC’s The Evidence, and hasn’t slowed down since. He has since won the Ontario Comedy Competition, was a finalist in the Bay Area Comedy Competition, and made an appearance on TV One’s hit comedy show, “Who’s Got Jokes” (Season 3). When not performing, DC spen… Contact email: info@renotahoecomedy.com. Contact phone: 775-322-5233. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Pioneer Underground 100 S Virginia St Reno, NV 89502.

Martin Sexton

Arts & Entertainment Contact email: info@thecenterforthearts.org. Contact phone: 530-274-8384. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM. The Center for the Arts. For more info visit www.thecenterforthearts.org.

Pamela Rose and Wild Women of Song

Arts & Entertainment "Wild Women of Song" is a well-researched tribute to the American women singer-songwriters of jazz. The band celebrates the women who wrote some of our the most beloved blues and jazz standards. “With archival photos and a five-piece band, it’s a swinging honors course in womankind!” [San Francisco Magazine]. Event description: Pamela Rose is a San Francisco jazz and blues vocalist who has thrilled audiences locally and internationally with her swinging, soulful style. Her rich, warm voice and easy rapport with excellent musicians moves jazz and blues audiences of all ages. Noted for her 2009 recording “Wild Women of Song: Great Gal Composers of the Jazz Era,” this multi-media concert played to packed houses in Los Angeles, London, New York, San Francisco, and appeared at the Monterey Jazz Festival in 2011. "Wild Women of So… Contact email: appac@att.net. Contact phone: 530-885-0156. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM. Auburn Placer Performing Arts Theatre at the State Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way, Ste 104 Auburn Ca 95603.

Valentine Erotique

Arts & Entertainment Event description: An annual classic, this erotic extravaganza returns with a brand new array of luscious poetry, racy skits, a chocolate dessert contest and other erotic entertainment. This year, Molly Fisk and Bill Gainer return (along with other poets to be announced) to stimulate your senses with provocative poetry and, at times, lascivious lyrics (viewer discretion is advised). Belle Star headlines brazen burlesque performances with other special guests. The chocolate dessert contest is open to the public with prizes for… Contact email: ncscc@nccn.net. Contact phone: (530) 265-2826. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center 17894 Tyler Foote Rd. Nevada City. For more info visit www.northcolumbiaschoolhouse.org.

Valentine Erotique

Tourism An annual classic, this erotic extravaganza returns with a brand-new array of poetry, sexy skits, a chocolate dessert contest, love raffle, and other sensuous entertainment. This year, Molly Fisk, Bill Gainer, Chris Olander, Will Staple, Dale and Laura Pendell, Arielle Lowe and others will stimulate your senses with provocative poetry and, at times, lascivious lyrics (viewer discretion is advised). Belle Star and Maroo Powers headline brazen burlesque performances with other special guests. Jenny Bath and Isha McCaskey (acro yoga), Samantha Hinrichs, and Rebecca Seary will also be performing. Beverly LaFae will be the mademoiselle of ceremonies. The chocolate dessert contest is open to the public with prizes for several categories (i.e. most decadent, creamiest and dreamiest). Join us earlier in the evening to indulge in some wine at the opening of the Erotic Art Show. Submissions for the show are due by February 1st. $14 general admission; $22 per couple (or 2 tickets). Tickets available at Briar… Type of Event: Art & Gallery. City/Area: Nevada City. Price: $14 general admission/$22 for couples (2 tickets). Venue: North Columbia Schoolhouse. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM. 17894 Tyler-Foote Crossing Road , Nevada City. For more info visit www.northcolumbiaschoolhouse.org.

Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman"

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sierra Stages presents "Death of a Salesman". Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning “Death of a Salesman” is one of the greatest achievements of 20th Century drama. Its central character, Willy Loman, a little man with modest dreams, towers over American dramatic literature. Exploring the gap between fathers and sons, the tragedy of misplaced ambitions, and the rightful definition of the American dream itself, “Death of a Salesman” speaks of human dilemmas and human truths...and it continues to have the… Contact email: info@sierrastages.org. Contact phone: 5303463210. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 PM. Nevada Theatre 401 Broad Street Nevada City.

Sierra Stages presents Arthur Miller's DEATH OF A SALESMAN

Tourism Type of Event: Theatre & Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: www.SierraStages.org. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning “Death of a Salesman” is one of the greatest achievements of 20th Century drama. Its central character, Willy Loman, a little man with modest dreams, towers over American dramatic literature. Exploring the gap between fathers and sons, the tragedy of misplaced ambitions, and the rightful definition of the American dream itself, “Death of a Salesman” speaks of human dilemmas and human truths...and it continues to have the power to speak to us today. A not-to-be-missed e… Price: $18/$20 General Admisison; $30 Reserved. Venue: Nevada Theatre. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 PM. Nevada Theatre 401 Broad St Nevada City.

ANGRY HOUSEWIVES

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Continuing Fridays and Saturdays through Feb 18, this truly zany musical comedy has become something of a local phenomenon and adult "cult classic." Audiences of both sexes, all (adult) age groups and all walks of life continue to delight in sharing the struggles and triumphs of four conservative middle-aged women who enter a punk-rock band contest in hopes of winning the prize money. The effect that the ladies' enterprise has on the men in their lives provides the classic formula for brilliant musical co… Contact email: john@offbroadstreet.com. Contact phone: 530-265-8686. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:15 PM – 10:15 PM. Off Broadstreet 305 Commercial Street Nevada City, CA 95959.

Lukas Nelson and the Promise of the Real – FREE Crown Room show

Arts & Entertainment Event description: His father is Willie Nelson, an icon of American music, but 21-year old Lukas is not one to sit about trading on his famous name. Raised on a strict diet of country, blues, and rock 'n' roll, California-based Lukas Nelson, and his band, The Promise of the Real, are starting to make waves with their infectious, no-nonsense brand of the classic American sound. Free Crown Room show. Contact phone: 775-833-6333. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 PM. Crystal Bay Casino 14 SR 28 Crystal Bay, NV 89402.

Reno Tahoe Comedy presents DC Erwin

Arts & Entertainment Event description: DC Ervin is a second generation comedian that get’s a lot of his inspiration from his father, who was a comedian in his day as well. DC made his national television debut on ABC’s The Evidence, and hasn’t slowed down since. He has since won the Ontario Comedy Competition, was a finalist in the Bay Area Comedy Competition, and made an appearance on TV One’s hit comedy show, “Who’s Got Jokes” (Season 3). When not performing, DC spends his time hanging out with his lovely two daughters, who are naturally his b… Contact email: info@renotahoecomedy.com. Contact phone: 775-322-5233. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PM. Pioneer Underground 100 S Virginia St Reno, NV 89502.

Bounce Bazaar #8 - Mr. Rogers // Dwnsampla

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Jay Sea Rain Productions Presents! ~---~ The Bounce Bazaar! ~---~ ------- Late Night at the 5 ------- Feb 11. Mr. Rogers DWNSAMPLA Digital Agent JC MusiK Come shake the walls with us for another late night at the Old 5-Mile House! This month we welcome Ooze System producer Mr. Rogers; droppin' all original material on freshly pressed wax. And back for his 2nd Bounce, DWNSAMPLA, also a Nevada County producer, will be bringin' his own original funk wobble flavor. Backed by residents Digital… Contact email: josephcrain@gmail.com. Contact phone: 530-268-5248. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:30 PM – Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:30 AM. The Old 5-Mile House 18851 Highway 20, Nevada City, CA 95959. For more info visit www.jcmusik.com.

Special Event Live@McGee's The Soft Bombs

Arts & Entertainment Event description: If you like Jimmy Hendricks, you will love this mad band of Rockers... Contact email: mcgeesbar@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 5302653205. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:30 PM – Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:30 AM. 315 Broad St Nevada City, CA.

the Soft Bombs play at McGees Annex

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Don’t miss The Soft Bombs with The Moore Brothers opening up the show McGee’s Annex this Saturday, February 11 at 9:30pm. The Soft Bombs will take the stage at 9:30, lighting it up with an original mix of 60’s psychedelic, 70’s stoner rock and 90’s Brit Pop/Shoegaze, The Soft Bombs will keep you begging for more of their riff rock assault. Out promoting their new album “ Embrace the Light” The Soft Bombs will bring old hits and an array of new songs from their upcoming album, keeping you rocking all nigh… Contact email: softbombspress@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 530-265-3205. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:30 PM. McGee's Annex 315 Broad Street Nevada City, CA 95959.

Late Night – Wala with Lil Miss Mikkrate – Free Red Room Show

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Party and dance the night away. Feb 11, Free Red Room Show at 11pm. Contact phone: 775-833-6333. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 PM. Crystal Bay Casino 14 SR 28 Crystal Bay, NV 89402.

The Sacramento Antique Faire

Outdoor/Recreation Event description: A monthly outdoor antique faire located at 21st street, between W & X Street of Sacramento, CA. It is held the second Sunday of every month, rain or shine, from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. There are 300 vendors from throughout California, and a number from Oregon, Washington, Utah and Arizona, selling art, jewelry, furniture, lighting, vintage clothing, textiles, glassware, pottery, silver, military antiques, garden items, and so much more! Contact email: marylon@sacantiquefaire.com. Contact phone: (916) 600 - 9770. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM. 21st Street between W and X Street, Sacramento, CA 95818.

Bikram Yoga Classes

Health/Wellness Event description: Bikram Yoga Class Schedule. All classes are 90 minutes unless noted otherwise. Monday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Tuesday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 1 p.m. 4 p.m. 6 p.m. Thursday: 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Friday: 6 a.m. 9 a.m. 11:15 a.m. (1 hour intro session), 4 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m. noon (90 minute intro session) Sunday: 8 a.m. 10 a.m.… Contact email: info@bikramyogagvnc.com. Contact phone: (530) 273-2030. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Bikram Yoga Grass Valley/Nevada City, 900 Golden Gate Terrace Suite D, Grass Valley.

Nevada County Walkers

Health/Wellness Get out and walk safely with very interesting folks! Event description: Walk with others at your own pace on a variety of local trails and paths. Phone for current location (530) 272-4547. Contact email: a_childs_view@Yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 272-4547. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 AM. Walk with others every Tuesday and Sunday morning at 9AM. Listed with Meetup.com; location varies; phone for location (530) 272-4547.

WALKING

Health/Wellness Come on out and join us in the least expensive and most enjoyable means of improved health! Trails change often; please phone number listed for most current and/or information regarding membership allowing for current postings. Event description: Walk with others on a variety of trails at least twice weekly; hikes posted sporadically on website. Contact email: a_childs_view@Yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530)798-9601. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Trail varies; latest location at Nevada County Walkers Meetup.com page.

Fusion with Dawn: A Dance Fitness Class

Health/Wellness Please bring a water bottle and a small towel. Event description: A dance fitness class inspired by a variety of musical and dance styles. All levels welcome and the first class is always free! Private studio setting. Contact email: dryley@ymail.com. Contact phone: (530) 277-0733. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. 314 West Main Street Grass Valley CA 95945 (inside Sierra Dance Institute, upstairs at the Center for the Arts).

Sunday Sweat Your Prayers and Moving-Meditation

Health/Wellness Event description: This moving meditation of inspirational music from around the world is designed to release the spirit within, stimulate intuition and creativity, and leave you in a state of profound stillness… Every Sunday a non-denominational community of people gather together to practice the ancient tradition of dancing to awaken and honor the spirit within. The purpose of a SWEAT is to build stamina, connect with your own inner dance, increase awareness and have a rocking good time... Drop-ins $15. Discount Cards A… Contact phone: 530-477-7757. Contact email: michael@welloflight.com. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM. South Yuba Club 555 Searls Ave. Nevada City, CA. For more info visit www.moving-meditation.com.

Rough and Ready Fruit Jar Pickers

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Free every Sunday 10 am until noon-sing along to the Fruit Jar Pickers music- old timey, Bluegrass, Country, Gospel - across from the Rough and Ready Market- follow the sign up the hill. 432-1501. Contact phone: 432-1501. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Rough and Ready Grange Rough and Ready Highway, in Rough and Ready.

Computer Classes - Gold Country Computer Learning Center

Education Check our website or call for class schedules and enrollment: www.gcclc.org (530) 273-0497. Event description: Low cost Computer Classes and Workshops. Beginning to Advanced Computer Basics, Digital Camera, Photo Editing, Spread Sheets, MS Office Business: Word & Excel and more. Contact phone: (530) 273-0497. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Ponderosa Hall (Gate 2 Nevada County Fairgrounds) 11228 McCourtney Road Grass Valley, CA.

Fruit Jar Pickers

Tourism Type of Event: Music / Concert. Event Location: Rough & Ready Downtown. City/Area: Rough & Ready. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Front-door Blue Grass Music. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Rough & Ready Grange Hall 14550 Rough & Ready Highway Rough & Ready, CA. For more info visit www.roughandreadychamber.com.

Zumba, RIPPED or Yoga Stretch!

Health/Wellness Event description: Zumba on Tuesday with Nadja, RIPPED on Wednesday with Nadja, Yoga Stretch on Friday with Sarah and RIPPED on Saturday with either Nadja or Lulu! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Coufos Cellars Free Wine Tastings!

Arts & Entertainment Event description: See Saturday's listing. Contact email: coufoscellars@comcast.net. Contact phone: 530-274-2923. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 10065 Rough & Ready Road.

LeeAnn Brook: Environments

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Large format contemporary landscape paintings by Nevada City artist LeeAnn Brook. Contact email: leeann@brookdesign.com. Contact phone: 265-6817. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 12:00 PM. New Moon 203 York St. Nevada City, CA. For more info visit www.brookdesign.com.

Photography Exhibit: Signs of Life

Arts & Entertainment Artist reception on Friday, February 10 and Saturday February 11, at 5:30 PM. Event description: Award winning photographs from Bhutan, Laos, Easter Island and TIbet. Contact email: info@viewpointgallery.org. Contact phone: 916 441-2341. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Viewpoint Photographic Gallery 2015 J St. Sacramento, CA 95811.

Valentine Box Lunch Delivery

Community Delivery area: Nevada City, Grass Valley, Alta Sierra and Lake Wildwood. $15 including delivery. Event description: Surprise your valentine with lunch delivered to their home or office. Details and order at NevadaCityMethodist.com. Deadline to order is noon Monday, Feb. 13. Delivery is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tues. Feb. 14. $15.00 including delivery. Contact email: bbbussey@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: (530) 470-8453. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 12:00 PM. Delivered to home, shut-in or office.

Pet Portraits by Lindblad Studios at Java Johns

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sandy Lindblad's colorful impressionistic yet realistic pet portraits will be on display at Java Johns throughout the month of February. This will be your chance to see some of her original paintings and giclee canvas wrap around prints. All art will be on sale. She catches the feelings of your pets! Contact email: sandski2@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 530.913.0679. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00 PM. 306 Broad St Nevada City Ca 95959.

Fundraiser for Tresa Honaker at South Yuba Club

Community For more information, see the public invitation on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/#!/events/311892962195135/. Event description: The fitness community is holding a fundraiser for Tresa Honaker at the Nevada City location of the South Yuba Club. Open to non-members and members. Contact email: mswrite10@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 272-5446, Diane Dean-Epps. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM. South Yuba Club, Nevada City 555 Searls Ave. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Nevada County Black Hat Society Gathering

Community Event description: Brining Nevada County Pagans, witches, Wiccan's and new agers together in celebrating the conical hat and each other's spirituality. We gather on the second Sunday of every month for tea and conversation — a Black Conical Hat is required. It would be great to see your own style in the hat. If we get the proper amount of monthly attendees we will start delving further into community events. Contact email: nevadacountyclackhatsociety@yahoo.com. Contact phone: (530) 205-9281. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Cafe Mekka, Nevada City. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Bridal Open House @ Vj's Salon and Day Spa

Health/Wellness Event description: Bridal Open House @ VJ's Salon and Day Spa. Meet the the Wedding Events Staff. Recieve free makeup and hair consultations,Complimentary mini massages and facials. Makeup and Hair demos. Grand Drawing for Bridal Hair and Make-up Pre-wedding trial with a Photo Shoot. Value $350. Contact email: support@vjssalon.com. Contact phone: 530 274-8257. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. 250 Colfax Ave , Grass Valley.

Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman"

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sierra Stages presents "Death of a Salesman" Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning “Death of a Salesman” is one of the greatest achievements of 20th Century drama. Its central character, Willy Loman, a little man with modest dreams, towers over American dramatic literature. Exploring the gap between fathers and sons, the tragedy of misplaced ambitions, and the rightful definition of the American dream itself, “Death of a Salesman” speaks of human dilemmas and human truths...and it continues to have the… Contact email: info@sierrastages.org. Contact phone: 5303463210. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM. Nevada Theatre 401 Broad Street Nevada City.

Sierra Stages presents Arthur Miller's DEATH OF A SALESMAN

Tourism Type of Event: Theatre & Film. Event Location: Nevada Theatre. City/Area: Nevada City. Online Ticket: www.SierraStages.org. Age Range: All Ages. Event description: Arthur Miller's Pulitzer Prize-winning “Death of a Salesman” is one of the greatest achievements of 20th Century drama. Its central character, Willy Loman, a little man with modest dreams, towers over American dramatic literature. Exploring the gap between fathers and sons, the tragedy of misplaced ambitions, and the rightful definition of the American dream itself, “Death of a Salesman” speaks of human dilemmas and human truths...and it continues to have the power to speak to us today. A not-to-be-missed e… Price: $18/$20 General Admisison; $30 Reserved. Venue: Nevada Theatre. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM. Nevada Theatre 401 Broad St Nevada City.

West Shore Cafe Apres-Ski Happy Hour

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Enjoy après-ski happy hour at the West Shore Café & Inn every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. – which includes half-price on every appetizer and highlighted beverages. Guests can indulge in menu favorites such as Dungeness crab and corn fritters, wild mushroom custard with white truffle oil served with a toasted baguette, and the West Shore Café’s signature ahi poki dish, to name a few. Contact email: innkeeper@westshorecafe.com. Contact phone: 530.525.5200. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. West Shore Cafe & Inn - Homewood, CA.

Celtic Session

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Come relax to the sounds of Celtic music. Contact email: frontdesk@holbrooke.com. Contact phone: 530-273-1353. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM. The Holbrooke Hotel's Golden Gate Saloon 212 West Main St Downtown Grass Valley.

Zumba or Get Fit Boot Camp!

Health/Wellness Event description: Zumba classes at 4:00 with Tia or Mary and Get Fit Boot Camp at 3:45 with Geri Campbell! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Music Matinee @ Colfax Greek Bistro @ 4pm

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sun. Feb. 12 - Music Matinee @ Colfax Greek Bistro @ 4 pm. Open Mic session, Come and show your talent and join others and jam. Live Folk music with acoustic guitar, vocals and piano. As you enjoy the music, make sure that you try our Greek Food Menu with Gyros, Falafel, Dolmas and Baklava with Turkish coffee. Colfax Greek Bistro 30 N. Main St. Colfax (530) 305-4050. Contact email: vitkoff@hotmail.com. Contact phone: 530 305 4050. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Colfax Greek Bistro 30 N. Main St. Colfax, CA 95713.

Open Mic at Mix & Mingle Greek Bistro

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Open mic session at Mix & Mingle, bring your friends and family to enjoy new talent and entertainment! Contact email: vitkoff@hotmail.com. Contact phone: 530 305 4050. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. 30 N Main St Colfax, CA 95713.

Sunday Jazz at McGee's

Arts & Entertainment Event description: The Jazzmatics featuring Bobby Ivory and Pat Havard play their favorite hi-energy jazz standards at this very cool and newest Jazz venue. Help keep jazz alive in Nevada City at this no cover event! Contact phone: 265-3205. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. McGee's Annex 315 Broad St. Nevada City.

Sunday Sippers Wine Tasting at Apres Wine Company

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Sunday Sippers Wine Tasting at Après Wine Company. Every Sunday at 5 p.m. come to our fun, casual wine tasting. Each week a different theme is featured (e.g. Pinot noir, french wines, value wines). No rezzies required. $10. Contact email: barb@apreswineco.com. Contact phone: 530-544-9463. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 5:00 PM. Apres Wine Company Ski Run Center 3668 Lake Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150.

Sunday Supper Special at West Shore Cafe & Inn

Arts & Entertainment Event description: The Sunday Supper Special invites guests to enjoy an entrée and a glass of wine for $20 every Sunday from 5:30 p.m. until the end of the evening. Among many selections, the Café’s dinner menu is famous for dishes such as brown sugar brined pork chops with house-made applesauce and four cheese macaroni; black bean empanadas with saffron quinoa and avocado salad; Truckee River rocked crispy skinned lemon-rosemary chicken; or pan seared day scallops with bacon-truffle mashed potatoes. Contact email: innkeeper@westshorecafe.com. Contact phone: 530.525.5200. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. West Shore Cafe & Inn - Homewood, CA.

Zumba Class!

Health/Wellness Event description: Zumba with Geri on Monday, Lydia on Tuesday and Thursday and with Lulu on Wednesday from 5:15 to 6:40! Wow! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 5:40 PM – 6:40 PM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

Flamenco Valentines

Arts & Entertainment Event description: Flamenco Valentines with Flamenco del Oro featuring Kina Mendez, Gopal Slavonic, Roger Aiton and dancer's Kelly Rivera and Sarah McKenney. Contact email: gslavonic@hotmail.com. Contact phone: 530 265-5155. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Old 5 Mile House 18851 State Highway 20, Nevada City.

Bereavement Support Group

Health/Wellness Event description: Support group for anyone 13 years and older suffering the loss of a loved one. Contact email: denise@anew-day.com. Contact phone: (530) 271-1100. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Anew Day Office, 154 Hughes Road Suite 1, Grass Valley.

Get Fit Boot Camp or RIPPED!

Health/Wellness Event description: Get Fit Boot Camp with Geri on Monday Wednesday and Thursday and RIPPED with Kristin on Tuesday! Contact email: mwollesen@wollesenassociates.com. Contact phone: 530-265-5141. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM. 13479 Colfax Highway, Grass Valley at the Cedar Ridge "Y".

"The People Speak"

Arts & Entertainment Event description: “DEMOCRACY IS NOT A SPECTATOR SPORT!” Second Sunday Cinema presents “The People Speak” a film inspired by Howard Zinn's 2004 book of the same name and his popular "A People's History of the United States," features dramatic readings of historical documents such as letters and diaries by celebrities like Matt Damon, Marisa Tomei, Josh Brolin, Viggo Mortensen, Kerry Washington and many more and narrated by late historian, professor, writer and activist, Howard Zinn. “The People Speak” is a dramatic presentat… Contact email: ncpeace@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: 265-0200. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 246 S. Church Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945.