Easter egg hunts at least one community Easter dinner are set for next weekend. Easter is Sunday, April 4.Families are invited out to festivities to celebrate the holiday with their little ones. Here's a list of events taking place on Saturday, April 3.
• From 8:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, the Penn Valley Chamber of Commerce will host the Penn Valley Easter Egg Hunt. Children are invited to search for eggs at Western Gateway Park, 18560 Penn Valley Drive.
• The Great Egg Adventure will start at 9 a.m. Saturday at 49er Family Fun Park in Grass Valley. Children 10 and younger are invited to search for eggs until 11:30 a.m.This is an easy-paced event, not a race. Each child is assigned a certain kind of egg and instructed to find matching eggs along the park's miniature golf course. Children's games will follow, including a musical carpet walk and a number of contests and crafts.The event is free at the park at 314 Railroad Ave., off Idaho-Maryland Road, Grass Valley. For information, call (530) 272-4949.
• From 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, children 11 and younger are invited to the 32nd annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Grass Valley Moose Lodge at Hennessy School. The Easter bunny will visit; children can get their faces painted and play in a bounce house.This free event is at the field behind Hennessy School at 225 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley.
• At 9 a.m. Saturday, families are invited to the Twin Cities Easter Egg Hunt at the Scotten School field. Families with children of all ages are welcome to attend. The field behind the school at 10821 Squirrel Creek Road, off Rough and Ready Highway.
• At 11:30 a.m. Saturday, the Nevada Irrigation District will host its third annual Easter Egg Hunt at Rollins Reservoir. The event will be at the Orchard Springs Campground on 19085 Larsen Road, Chicago Park.Guests are invited to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy after the egg hunt ends.
• An Easter egg hunt and ham dinner will be hosted by Grace Lutheran Church in Grass Valley.The egg hunt — for the young and young-at-heart — starts at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 4, at 1979 Ridge Road (next to Nevada Union High School). Dinner is from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Jeans are welcome. For more information, call (530) 273-7043.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Friday, March 26, 2010
Saturday, March 27, 2PM Matinee: Romantic String Music
Featuring Gregory Vajda conducting MIM Festival Orchestra String Soloists
Richard Strauss.... Capriccio, Op. 85: Introduction
Schonberg.... Verklarte Nacht Op. 4 (Transfigured Night for String Sextet)
Schubert.... Quartetsatz in C Minor, D. 703
Ludwig van Beethoven.... Grosse Fuge, Op. 133 in Bb Major
This Concert is Sponsored by Jeffrey S Leiter
CONCERT NOTES by Jack Roberts
Richard Strauss (1864-1949) A Proud Father
Strauss’s father was Wagner’s most trusted horn player and he passed his love of the instrument to Richard, who started his compositional career off with the Serenade in E-flat for 13 Wind Instruments at age 18. Then, in 1888, he began his adventures into the world of tone poems – 10 incredible examples of creativity and vision. His inspiration for many of his works were arcane, to say the least: Nietzsche was the cornerstone for the tone poem, Thus Spake Zarathustra; von Hofmannsthal’s libretto guided the opera Electra; and Oscar Wilde’s play set up the opera Salome… unique teams often equal good results! His operatic composing started in 1894 and on the third try he hit gold with Salome! Tonight’s Capriccio – Introduction, was written in 1942 and was the last of his 15 operas, at least five of which are in the current international repertory.
Arnold Schoenberg (1874-1951) Tangled Webs
His first large scale and tonally accessible work, Transfigured Night, Op.4, was written in 1899 and based on a beautifully sensitive poem by Richard Dehmel with themes of love, confession, understanding, forgiveness/transfiguration and love. Arnold was in love with Mathilde von Zemlinsky and they married two years later (more on her brother when we meet Alma Mahler in the SummerFest program notes). Then, in 1907, Mathilde took off with a local artist and left Arnold with their two children. He was not amused and lost his tonality – completely. “The emancipation of dissonance”, was his term for his atonal rebirth, and the subsequent song-cycle The Hanging Garden Book – talk about “Quantum shifts”!
Franz Schubert (1797-1828) Hat Trick
In hockey, it’s three goals by a player. For Schubert, it was three unfinished works: The Symphony No. 8 (Unfinished), the oratorio Lazarus and Quartetsatz in C minor. Written in 1820, it was originally intended to be a full string quartet in four movements. Franz stopped writing after a few measures into the second movement. Why? Perhaps he couldn’t maintain the intensity and dynamism established in the first movement. But, as with Symphony No.8, let’s not worry about the “what ifs” and simply enjoy the beauty, structure and melody of the work. As musicologist Phillip Hale commented, “Let us be thankful that Schubert never finished his work. Possibly the lost arms of the Venus de Milo might disappoint if they were found.” Hmmm…
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) Stand Alone
The Grosse Fuge, Op. 133 was originally the last movement of Beethoven’s String Quartet, Op.130. His publisher requested a new fourth movement, which resulted in Op. 133 being identified as an individual piece. The complexity and artistic demands on the performers are immense, and the sustained urgency of the work places it in a singular position. It is one of his less-accessible works, with complex fugal patterns and dissonances that truly signal the emergence of ‘new music’. Not surprising at all…it was Beethoven!
Details:
Directions:To Amaral Family Festival Center, Gate 1, Bldg. 1 in the Nevada County Fairgrounds: 11228 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley. Take Highway 49 to Highway 20 toward Marysville. Take the first exit (right on Mill, right on McCourtney) and continue approximately ¼ mile. The Fairgrounds are on your right. Please follow the signs and park as directed. Amaral Family Festival Center is the red building next to the parking area.
Handicap Access: Park in Gate 1 parking lot.
For more information call the Box Office 265-6124.
Order Your Tickets On-Line Above or:
By Phone: call (530) 265-6124 or (800) 218-2188
In Person: Between noon and 4pm, Monday thru Friday, 530 Searls Ave, Nevada City, CA.
Richard Strauss.... Capriccio, Op. 85: Introduction
Schonberg.... Verklarte Nacht Op. 4 (Transfigured Night for String Sextet)
Schubert.... Quartetsatz in C Minor, D. 703
Ludwig van Beethoven.... Grosse Fuge, Op. 133 in Bb Major
This Concert is Sponsored by Jeffrey S Leiter
CONCERT NOTES by Jack Roberts
Richard Strauss (1864-1949) A Proud Father
Strauss’s father was Wagner’s most trusted horn player and he passed his love of the instrument to Richard, who started his compositional career off with the Serenade in E-flat for 13 Wind Instruments at age 18. Then, in 1888, he began his adventures into the world of tone poems – 10 incredible examples of creativity and vision. His inspiration for many of his works were arcane, to say the least: Nietzsche was the cornerstone for the tone poem, Thus Spake Zarathustra; von Hofmannsthal’s libretto guided the opera Electra; and Oscar Wilde’s play set up the opera Salome… unique teams often equal good results! His operatic composing started in 1894 and on the third try he hit gold with Salome! Tonight’s Capriccio – Introduction, was written in 1942 and was the last of his 15 operas, at least five of which are in the current international repertory.
Arnold Schoenberg (1874-1951) Tangled Webs
His first large scale and tonally accessible work, Transfigured Night, Op.4, was written in 1899 and based on a beautifully sensitive poem by Richard Dehmel with themes of love, confession, understanding, forgiveness/transfiguration and love. Arnold was in love with Mathilde von Zemlinsky and they married two years later (more on her brother when we meet Alma Mahler in the SummerFest program notes). Then, in 1907, Mathilde took off with a local artist and left Arnold with their two children. He was not amused and lost his tonality – completely. “The emancipation of dissonance”, was his term for his atonal rebirth, and the subsequent song-cycle The Hanging Garden Book – talk about “Quantum shifts”!
Franz Schubert (1797-1828) Hat Trick
In hockey, it’s three goals by a player. For Schubert, it was three unfinished works: The Symphony No. 8 (Unfinished), the oratorio Lazarus and Quartetsatz in C minor. Written in 1820, it was originally intended to be a full string quartet in four movements. Franz stopped writing after a few measures into the second movement. Why? Perhaps he couldn’t maintain the intensity and dynamism established in the first movement. But, as with Symphony No.8, let’s not worry about the “what ifs” and simply enjoy the beauty, structure and melody of the work. As musicologist Phillip Hale commented, “Let us be thankful that Schubert never finished his work. Possibly the lost arms of the Venus de Milo might disappoint if they were found.” Hmmm…
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) Stand Alone
The Grosse Fuge, Op. 133 was originally the last movement of Beethoven’s String Quartet, Op.130. His publisher requested a new fourth movement, which resulted in Op. 133 being identified as an individual piece. The complexity and artistic demands on the performers are immense, and the sustained urgency of the work places it in a singular position. It is one of his less-accessible works, with complex fugal patterns and dissonances that truly signal the emergence of ‘new music’. Not surprising at all…it was Beethoven!
Details:
Directions:To Amaral Family Festival Center, Gate 1, Bldg. 1 in the Nevada County Fairgrounds: 11228 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley. Take Highway 49 to Highway 20 toward Marysville. Take the first exit (right on Mill, right on McCourtney) and continue approximately ¼ mile. The Fairgrounds are on your right. Please follow the signs and park as directed. Amaral Family Festival Center is the red building next to the parking area.
Handicap Access: Park in Gate 1 parking lot.
For more information call the Box Office 265-6124.
Order Your Tickets On-Line Above or:
By Phone: call (530) 265-6124 or (800) 218-2188
In Person: Between noon and 4pm, Monday thru Friday, 530 Searls Ave, Nevada City, CA.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Music In The Mountains Springfest continues...
Featuring the Music in the Mountains Festival Chorale conducted by Ryan Murray;Aileen James & guest, piano four-hands;and Metropolitan Opera Baritone Richard Zeller
Brahms.... Liebeslieder-Walzer Op. 52
Schubert.... An Die Sonne
Stroope.... Amor Die Sonne
Lauridsen.... Dirait on
Clausen.... My Love's Like a Red Red Rose
This program is graciously sponsored by:
Commonwealth Financial Network, Terry M Brown, CFP©
Listen to Richard Zeller
CONCERT NOTES by Jack Roberts
Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) A Change of Pace
Generally, we think of Brahms in terms of symphonies, concertos, and chamber works. But then there is that incredible choral collection (originally for piano four-hands), the Liebeslieder Waltzes, Op.52, a set of 18 beautifully melodic and rhythmically entrancing works. These poetic and musical odes were written in 1874, while Johannes was carrying that excruciatingly heavy torch for Clara Schumann – just a torch, no hanky-panky… Clara was a “professional” widow. Ah, the Waltzes!! What a change in feeling from the same pen that gave us the fiery Hungarian Dances a few years earlier – a true study in contrasts!
Franz Schubert (1797-1828) After Beethoven?
“Who can do anything after Beethoven”, asked Schubert, before he went about achieving sublime creative heights, giving us 600 songs, nine symphonies, song cycles, great chamber works, piano sonatas, masses and much more – each endowed with his unique lyricism and emotions. All this emanated from one who had no conservatory training, but did have piano and violin lesson from his brother and father. He was tutored for a time by Antonio Salieri (you remember Salieri!), and in 1810, the 13 year old Schubert wrote his first compositions – a piano fantasia and a string quartet – and thereafter never stopped expressing himself through magnificent melody.
A side note on Lieder: They are generally songs (‘lieder’ is the German word for ‘songs’) written to accompany poetry describing the beauty of nature, romance, tragedy, etc. Famous poets such as Goethe, Schiller and Heine were often used. Mahler wrote some of his own words, but should have stuck to the music. Typically, Lied (a single lieder) is composed for single voice and piano, but can also be for multiple voices or chorus and orchestra.
Hugo Wolf (1860-1903) Prolific Plus
Wolf is considered one of the greatest masters of the German Lied, or art song, with 300-500 songs to his credit (depending on the source). He entered the Vienna Conservatory of Music when he was 15, but was expelled after two years – a lack of discipline, so they said. Soon after he began writing songs, he experienced an unpleasant run-in with Brahms, had a romantic affair with the wife of a Viennese Court jeweler, was appointed second conductor of the Salzburg Orchestra (briefly and contentiously) and, finally, became music critic of a weekly Viennese newspaper. He enjoyed his journalism gig, taking potshots at a number of composers that irritated him.
After three years of this catharsis, he left the newspaper to compose full time. One of his major works was an eloquent set of 48 songs, The Italian Songbook. Many of his works were like short descriptive snapshots; others were longer and considered miniature symphonic poems. His last years were unhappy and damp: he tried to drown himself as had Schumann and Berlioz. Thankfully, all were unsuccessful. His last days were sadly spent confined in a mental hospital. And so it goes…
Details:
Directions:To Amaral Family Festival Center, Gate 1, Bldg. 1 in the Nevada County Fairgrounds: 11228 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley. Take Highway 49 to Highway 20 toward Marysville. Take the first exit (right on Mill, right on McCourtney) and continue approximately ¼ mile. The Fairgrounds are on your right. Please follow the signs and park as directed. Amaral Family Festival Center is the red building next to the parking area.
Handicap Access: Park in Gate 1 parking lot. For more information call the Box Office 265-6124.
Order Your Tickets On-Line Above or:
By Phone: call (530) 265-6124 or (800) 218-2188
In Person: Between noon and 4pm, Monday thru Friday, 530 Searls Ave, Nevada City, CA.
Subscription orders are Priority filled until February 12.Tickets will be mailed starting in early March.
Brahms.... Liebeslieder-Walzer Op. 52
Schubert.... An Die Sonne
Stroope.... Amor Die Sonne
Lauridsen.... Dirait on
Clausen.... My Love's Like a Red Red Rose
This program is graciously sponsored by:
Commonwealth Financial Network, Terry M Brown, CFP©
Listen to Richard Zeller
CONCERT NOTES by Jack Roberts
Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) A Change of Pace
Generally, we think of Brahms in terms of symphonies, concertos, and chamber works. But then there is that incredible choral collection (originally for piano four-hands), the Liebeslieder Waltzes, Op.52, a set of 18 beautifully melodic and rhythmically entrancing works. These poetic and musical odes were written in 1874, while Johannes was carrying that excruciatingly heavy torch for Clara Schumann – just a torch, no hanky-panky… Clara was a “professional” widow. Ah, the Waltzes!! What a change in feeling from the same pen that gave us the fiery Hungarian Dances a few years earlier – a true study in contrasts!
Franz Schubert (1797-1828) After Beethoven?
“Who can do anything after Beethoven”, asked Schubert, before he went about achieving sublime creative heights, giving us 600 songs, nine symphonies, song cycles, great chamber works, piano sonatas, masses and much more – each endowed with his unique lyricism and emotions. All this emanated from one who had no conservatory training, but did have piano and violin lesson from his brother and father. He was tutored for a time by Antonio Salieri (you remember Salieri!), and in 1810, the 13 year old Schubert wrote his first compositions – a piano fantasia and a string quartet – and thereafter never stopped expressing himself through magnificent melody.
A side note on Lieder: They are generally songs (‘lieder’ is the German word for ‘songs’) written to accompany poetry describing the beauty of nature, romance, tragedy, etc. Famous poets such as Goethe, Schiller and Heine were often used. Mahler wrote some of his own words, but should have stuck to the music. Typically, Lied (a single lieder) is composed for single voice and piano, but can also be for multiple voices or chorus and orchestra.
Hugo Wolf (1860-1903) Prolific Plus
Wolf is considered one of the greatest masters of the German Lied, or art song, with 300-500 songs to his credit (depending on the source). He entered the Vienna Conservatory of Music when he was 15, but was expelled after two years – a lack of discipline, so they said. Soon after he began writing songs, he experienced an unpleasant run-in with Brahms, had a romantic affair with the wife of a Viennese Court jeweler, was appointed second conductor of the Salzburg Orchestra (briefly and contentiously) and, finally, became music critic of a weekly Viennese newspaper. He enjoyed his journalism gig, taking potshots at a number of composers that irritated him.
After three years of this catharsis, he left the newspaper to compose full time. One of his major works was an eloquent set of 48 songs, The Italian Songbook. Many of his works were like short descriptive snapshots; others were longer and considered miniature symphonic poems. His last years were unhappy and damp: he tried to drown himself as had Schumann and Berlioz. Thankfully, all were unsuccessful. His last days were sadly spent confined in a mental hospital. And so it goes…
Details:
Directions:To Amaral Family Festival Center, Gate 1, Bldg. 1 in the Nevada County Fairgrounds: 11228 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley. Take Highway 49 to Highway 20 toward Marysville. Take the first exit (right on Mill, right on McCourtney) and continue approximately ¼ mile. The Fairgrounds are on your right. Please follow the signs and park as directed. Amaral Family Festival Center is the red building next to the parking area.
Handicap Access: Park in Gate 1 parking lot. For more information call the Box Office 265-6124.
Order Your Tickets On-Line Above or:
By Phone: call (530) 265-6124 or (800) 218-2188
In Person: Between noon and 4pm, Monday thru Friday, 530 Searls Ave, Nevada City, CA.
Subscription orders are Priority filled until February 12.Tickets will be mailed starting in early March.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Music In The Mountains Spring Fest Begins Today!
Featuring Gregory Vajda conducting the Soloists of the MIM Festival Orchestra with Richard Zeller, baritone.
Johann Strauss.... Rosen auf den Suden (Roses from the South)
Johann Strauss.... Schatzwaltz (Treasure Waltz)
Johann Strauss.... Lagunen-Walzer
Johann Strauss.... Wein, Weib und Gesang (Wine, Women and Song)
Arnold Schoenberg.... Weihnachtmusik (Wedding-music)
Gustav Mahler.... Lieder eines Fahrenden Gesellen
Johann Strauss.... Kaiserwaltz (Emperor Waltz)
Listen to Richard Zeller
This Concert is Sponsored by Scinto Graziano, LLP
PROGRAM NOTES by Jack Roberts
Johann Strauss II (1825-1899) Time Travel
The Viennese waltz is grand music, and it is also a state of mind. Now sit back and let yourself be transported to old Vienna: the rhythmic beauty of the waltz, visiting homes of the great composers, the Prater Park Ferris wheel, Sacher Tortes at the Café Mozart, walking the Kartnerstrasse… the idealized Vienna Life… enjoy!
It all began with Johann Strauss I (1804-1849), who founded his own salon orchestra. Later, his son Johann II (or Junior) started his own orchestra – Aha! We have a Father/Son competition! A few years later, when dear old dad died, Junior merged the two orchestras with exceptional results. They toured Europe, Russia and England. An 1872 visit to the U.S. was also a monumental success. He wrote over 500 waltzes, polkas and marches, earning the title of the “Waltz King”. Tonight, we celebrate his creativity with five enjoyable works…the concluding number is his well known Emperor Waltz.
Arnold Schoenberg (1874-1951) What’s In A Name?
Schoenberg is a name that brings either shivers of consternation or enthusiastic anticipation to the average concertgoer. While he started out in a compositionally conventional way, he later broke with tradition and blazed a trail of “post romanticism” – or “modern/expressionism”, if you prefer. In 1908, he began to liberate himself from tonality and the harmonic rule book. This later evolved into his 12-tone period, but lurking beneath all this was a soul of the Romantic period, as demonstrated by his 1921 Weihnachtmusick (Wedding Music)… long melodic lines with brief touches of Brahms, and even the Baroque.
Gustav Mahler (1860-1911) Down With Program Notes!
So proclaimed Gustav Mahler, who went on to say, “the audience should be left to its own thoughts… should not be forced to read…”, and so on, and so on. His outburst was fully in keeping with the incredibly complex person that was Mahler – a demanding perfectionist as a conductor who brought orchestras to greatness despite his despotic ranting and supercritical attitude, and a composer whose lieder and symphonies were continually raising the standards of creativity.
His musical inclinations were quickly recognized, and he gave his first public recital at age ten. He graduated from the Vienna Conservatory when he was 18, and assumed his first conducting position two years later. The year 1884 left Gustav in the wake of an unhappy love affair and to console himself he wrote the musically magnificent lieder, Songs of a Wayfarer. He also wrote the text: drippy and maudlin, but considering his romantic derailment, we can excuse his dabbling in bathos. That same year, he completed his Symphony No. 1. A poet? Hardly. A diplomat? Not at all. A composer of beauty, breadth and power? A resounding yes! You’re the man, Gus.
Details:
Directions:To Amaral Family Festival Center, Gate 1, Bldg. 1 in the Nevada County Fairgrounds: 11228 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley. Take Highway 49 to Highway 20 toward Marysville. Take the first exit (right on Mill, right on McCourtney) and continue approximately ¼ mile. The Fairgrounds are on your right. Please follow the signs and park as directed. Amaral Family Festival Center is the red building next to the parking area.
Handicap Access: Park in Gate 1 parking lot. For more information call the Box Office 265-6124.
Order Your Tickets On-Line Above or:
By Phone: call (530) 265-6124 or (800) 218-2188
In Person: Between noon and 4pm, Monday thru Friday, 530 Searls Ave, Nevada City, CA.
Johann Strauss.... Rosen auf den Suden (Roses from the South)
Johann Strauss.... Schatzwaltz (Treasure Waltz)
Johann Strauss.... Lagunen-Walzer
Johann Strauss.... Wein, Weib und Gesang (Wine, Women and Song)
Arnold Schoenberg.... Weihnachtmusik (Wedding-music)
Gustav Mahler.... Lieder eines Fahrenden Gesellen
Johann Strauss.... Kaiserwaltz (Emperor Waltz)
Listen to Richard Zeller
This Concert is Sponsored by Scinto Graziano, LLP
PROGRAM NOTES by Jack Roberts
Johann Strauss II (1825-1899) Time Travel
The Viennese waltz is grand music, and it is also a state of mind. Now sit back and let yourself be transported to old Vienna: the rhythmic beauty of the waltz, visiting homes of the great composers, the Prater Park Ferris wheel, Sacher Tortes at the Café Mozart, walking the Kartnerstrasse… the idealized Vienna Life… enjoy!
It all began with Johann Strauss I (1804-1849), who founded his own salon orchestra. Later, his son Johann II (or Junior) started his own orchestra – Aha! We have a Father/Son competition! A few years later, when dear old dad died, Junior merged the two orchestras with exceptional results. They toured Europe, Russia and England. An 1872 visit to the U.S. was also a monumental success. He wrote over 500 waltzes, polkas and marches, earning the title of the “Waltz King”. Tonight, we celebrate his creativity with five enjoyable works…the concluding number is his well known Emperor Waltz.
Arnold Schoenberg (1874-1951) What’s In A Name?
Schoenberg is a name that brings either shivers of consternation or enthusiastic anticipation to the average concertgoer. While he started out in a compositionally conventional way, he later broke with tradition and blazed a trail of “post romanticism” – or “modern/expressionism”, if you prefer. In 1908, he began to liberate himself from tonality and the harmonic rule book. This later evolved into his 12-tone period, but lurking beneath all this was a soul of the Romantic period, as demonstrated by his 1921 Weihnachtmusick (Wedding Music)… long melodic lines with brief touches of Brahms, and even the Baroque.
Gustav Mahler (1860-1911) Down With Program Notes!
So proclaimed Gustav Mahler, who went on to say, “the audience should be left to its own thoughts… should not be forced to read…”, and so on, and so on. His outburst was fully in keeping with the incredibly complex person that was Mahler – a demanding perfectionist as a conductor who brought orchestras to greatness despite his despotic ranting and supercritical attitude, and a composer whose lieder and symphonies were continually raising the standards of creativity.
His musical inclinations were quickly recognized, and he gave his first public recital at age ten. He graduated from the Vienna Conservatory when he was 18, and assumed his first conducting position two years later. The year 1884 left Gustav in the wake of an unhappy love affair and to console himself he wrote the musically magnificent lieder, Songs of a Wayfarer. He also wrote the text: drippy and maudlin, but considering his romantic derailment, we can excuse his dabbling in bathos. That same year, he completed his Symphony No. 1. A poet? Hardly. A diplomat? Not at all. A composer of beauty, breadth and power? A resounding yes! You’re the man, Gus.
Details:
Directions:To Amaral Family Festival Center, Gate 1, Bldg. 1 in the Nevada County Fairgrounds: 11228 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley. Take Highway 49 to Highway 20 toward Marysville. Take the first exit (right on Mill, right on McCourtney) and continue approximately ¼ mile. The Fairgrounds are on your right. Please follow the signs and park as directed. Amaral Family Festival Center is the red building next to the parking area.
Handicap Access: Park in Gate 1 parking lot. For more information call the Box Office 265-6124.
Order Your Tickets On-Line Above or:
By Phone: call (530) 265-6124 or (800) 218-2188
In Person: Between noon and 4pm, Monday thru Friday, 530 Searls Ave, Nevada City, CA.
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Don't miss...Snow Falling On Cedars...through April 10, 2010
The body of a local fisherman is found tangled in his net, and a Japanese-American fisherman is arrested for his murder. For the residents of an island in the Pacific Northwest, the wartime internment of the Japanese has left a bitter legacy, and the trial of Kabuo Miyamoto polarizes the community even further.
A white newspaperman may hold the key to the accused man's guilt or innocence. But Ishmael Chambers' sense of right and wrong is clouded by his enduring love for Kabuo's wife, Hatsue. Their biracial romance as children had been destroyed by fear and cultural prejudices. Still wounded, Ishmael must conquer his feelings before simmering pressures from all sides upend the scales of justice and tear the community apart.
Based on the 1994 best-selling novel by David Guterson, and winner of the 1995 PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction, "Snow Falling on Cedars" was adapted to the stage by Kevin McKeon in 2007. It premiered at Book-it Repertory Theatre in Seattle in the same year. Prior to the stage adaptation, it was made into a movie in 1999, which was directed by Scott Hicks and starred Ethan Hawke and Youki Kudoh. It was also nominated for an Academy Award for Best Cinematography. CATS is proud to be the first theatre company in California to produce this show and to have Mr. McKeon as its director.
Our cast includes Tucker Braga, Lyra Dominguez, Vann Dart, Ron Sasaki, Jed Dixon, Scott Young, Darryl Stines, Andrew Kerr, Diane Fetterly, Lisa Moon, Kerri Fulton, Allison Chan, Jez Freeman, John Bush, and Virgil Wong.
Tickets available February 2010 at the Book Sellers and Briar Patch Market in Grass Valley, and at the Nevada City Postal Company and Gold Mountain in Nevada City and online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ Contact mailto:info@catsweb.org for gift certificates and groups of 10 or more.
A white newspaperman may hold the key to the accused man's guilt or innocence. But Ishmael Chambers' sense of right and wrong is clouded by his enduring love for Kabuo's wife, Hatsue. Their biracial romance as children had been destroyed by fear and cultural prejudices. Still wounded, Ishmael must conquer his feelings before simmering pressures from all sides upend the scales of justice and tear the community apart.
Based on the 1994 best-selling novel by David Guterson, and winner of the 1995 PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction, "Snow Falling on Cedars" was adapted to the stage by Kevin McKeon in 2007. It premiered at Book-it Repertory Theatre in Seattle in the same year. Prior to the stage adaptation, it was made into a movie in 1999, which was directed by Scott Hicks and starred Ethan Hawke and Youki Kudoh. It was also nominated for an Academy Award for Best Cinematography. CATS is proud to be the first theatre company in California to produce this show and to have Mr. McKeon as its director.
Our cast includes Tucker Braga, Lyra Dominguez, Vann Dart, Ron Sasaki, Jed Dixon, Scott Young, Darryl Stines, Andrew Kerr, Diane Fetterly, Lisa Moon, Kerri Fulton, Allison Chan, Jez Freeman, John Bush, and Virgil Wong.
Tickets available February 2010 at the Book Sellers and Briar Patch Market in Grass Valley, and at the Nevada City Postal Company and Gold Mountain in Nevada City and online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ Contact mailto:info@catsweb.org for gift certificates and groups of 10 or more.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
21st Annual Psychic Fair!
Sun, 11:00AM at Miners Foundry Cultural Center Nevada City, California!!
Come Celebrate the opening of Spring at the 21st Annual Psychic Fair held at the Miners Foundry Cultural Center, Nevada City, California in beautiful Nevada County! There will be a Metaphysical Market Place, Readers, Dancers, Body workers, Clinical Herbalist, Iridologist, Shamanic Healer. There are also workshops on Numerology, Crystal Healing, Sun Stones/Sun Transmissions for 2012, Crystal Skulls, Hopi Craft Booth, Hawaiian Craft Booth. The Spring Opening Ceremony will be in the Stone Room on Saturday at 11 a.m.
Saturday Night Program - 7pm to 9pm There are offering a special evening program with Hopi Corn Maiden Marlinda Kooyaquaptewa. Marlinda is from 1st Mesa on the Hopi Reservation where she works owns a store at the Hopi Cultural Center, and is a Hopi Guide when visitors come to Hopi.
Come join in on this wonderful event to kick off the springtime this year!!!
Grass Valley Spring Fling!!
SALES SALES SALES SALES SALES SALES SALES SALES!!! Promotions, entertainment, demos, raffles, door prizes, refreshments, big sales Get ready for Spring and Summer in Downtown Grass Valley. All the latest fashions, fads and must haves for the upcoming season!
Saturday March 20, 2010 10:00 - 6:00
Saturday March 20, 2010 10:00 - 6:00
Monday, March 15, 2010
Third Annual Kare Crisis Nursury Wildwest Casino Night!
KARE stands for Kid's Assistance and Respite in Emergencies. A local agency providing much needed emergency services and respite day care for children from birth through 5 years of age during times of stress for their families.The Kare Crisis Nursery will hold it's third annual Wild West Kasino Night from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 27, at Miner's Foundry Cultural Center, 25 Spring St., Nevada City . The event features a professional casino, delicious food, live entertainment, and a silent auction.
Please try to attend and let the kids know you really Kare!
Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the door. They can also be purchased at BriarPatch Market, JJ Jacksons, or through the nursery web site at KareCrisisNursery.org.
For more information, call 530 265 0693.
Please try to attend and let the kids know you really Kare!
Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the door. They can also be purchased at BriarPatch Market, JJ Jacksons, or through the nursery web site at KareCrisisNursery.org.
For more information, call 530 265 0693.
Friday, March 12, 2010
A Matter of Taste Wine Tasting and Silent Auction!
March 13A Matter of Taste Wine Tasting and Silent AuctionTime: 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. Tickets: Tickets are $20 each, $25 at the door. A Matter of Taste tickets can be purchased online through Brown Paper Tickets or at the locations listed below. Online Ticket Purchase: Brown Paper Tickets Please note there is a small surcharge of $1.99 added to each ticket purchase. Purchase tickets from Brown Paper Tickets. In-Person Ticket Purchase: BriarPatch Co-Op 290 Sierra College Drive Grass Valley, CA 95959 The Book Seller 107 Mill Street Downtown Grass Valley, CA 95959 Yabòbò 107 North Pine Street Downtown Nevada City, CA 95959 Nevada City School of the Arts Nevada City School of the Arts 13032 Bitney Springs Road Bldg. 8 Nevada City, CA 95959 Phone: (530) 273-7736 View Event Details530 273 7736
Monday, March 1, 2010
Grass Valley Downtown Association 9th Annual Foothills Celebration!
Hosted by the Grass Valley Downtown Association and the Northern Sierra Winery Association the Foothills Celebration event has continued to grow in popularity each and every year. Sample chef specialties from some of the areas finest restaurants while you sip fine wine and taste great beer from over 50 wineries and breweries. Also enjoy fine art, and listen to great music as you shop and stroll through the streets of historic downtown Grass Valley. The Foothills Celebration is just the therapy you'll need for a late winter weekend. Everyone is in good spirits…just glad to get out of the house and the great thing about this event is rain or shine, it's just as good. The wineries and restaurants are all paired with local downtown Grass Valley merchants who open their stores for this unique wine and food tasting affair.Indian Springs pouring at Wild Plum Home & Garden. Over the last several years, Nevada County has really come into its own as a mecca for small wineries with 48 different varietals planted locally and 18 wineries producing over 40,000 cases of wine annually. An assortment of wines at La Te Da Clothing
Along with the tasting of fine wine and food, you'll also be entertained by local musicians as you stroll the historic Grass Valley streets going from store to store. So picture yourself in an historic Grass Valley building where miners once bought and sold goods. Vintage hardwood grace the floors and bricks fired at local kilns adorn the walls. Singers entertain guests at Wild Plum Home & Garden. Because of the diverse collection of stores found in downtown Grass Valley, you'll be tasting fine wine and food while browsing an amazing collection of goods including antiques, locally made jewelry, home & garden decor, fine art, and men & women's clothing, just to name a few. Sierra Knolls Winery pouring at Heart & Home
When you've had your fill of fine wines and food, catch a show at the Grass Valley Center for the Arts or a movie at the Famous Del Oro Theatre. When you're hungry again, dine at one of Grass Valley's great restaurants and if you just don't feel like driving home, stay at one of Grass Valley's cozy bed & breakfast inns or hotels.
For more information or to purchase tickets, contact the Grass Valley Downtown Association at 530-272-8315. Click here to see our downtown Grass Valley Parking Guide
Along with the tasting of fine wine and food, you'll also be entertained by local musicians as you stroll the historic Grass Valley streets going from store to store. So picture yourself in an historic Grass Valley building where miners once bought and sold goods. Vintage hardwood grace the floors and bricks fired at local kilns adorn the walls. Singers entertain guests at Wild Plum Home & Garden. Because of the diverse collection of stores found in downtown Grass Valley, you'll be tasting fine wine and food while browsing an amazing collection of goods including antiques, locally made jewelry, home & garden decor, fine art, and men & women's clothing, just to name a few. Sierra Knolls Winery pouring at Heart & Home
When you've had your fill of fine wines and food, catch a show at the Grass Valley Center for the Arts or a movie at the Famous Del Oro Theatre. When you're hungry again, dine at one of Grass Valley's great restaurants and if you just don't feel like driving home, stay at one of Grass Valley's cozy bed & breakfast inns or hotels.
For more information or to purchase tickets, contact the Grass Valley Downtown Association at 530-272-8315. Click here to see our downtown Grass Valley Parking Guide
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Wine Tasting In Nevada County!
Yesterday, my youngest daughter Heather and I went to an open house, FREE wine tasting event at a local winery called Coufos Cellers. It was a wonderful event, there was wine, food and live music. They provided a tour of the winery, it was very interesting! Located in the historic town of Rough & Ready on a former 20 acre dairy, the farm is now dotted with hillside vineyards and the old dairy buildings are being converted into new wine making facilities. Specializing in Rhone style wines, Coufos Cellars features wine varietals and blends crafted from estate grown and locally grown grapes. The wines are made in small lots and are carefully blended to produce memorable experiences. The vineyards are farmed using organic practices. Owners Henry Coufos and Janet Wheeling were welcoming and very friendly. When visiting our beautiful area in the foothills of Nevada County stop by and say,"Hello", you won't be disappointed!! They are open for Tasting: Saturday & Sunday, 12-5pm.
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Bay Area Jazz pianist Debbie Poryes performs at the Center for the Arts'
The Center for the Arts' newly acquired Steinway grand piano will get another chance to shine on Sunday when Bay Area jazz pianist Debbie Poryes performs with her quartet. Nevada County jazz luminary Bill Douglass is a member of the group. “Debbie Poryes is one of my favorites,” Douglass said. “Great touch, beautiful lines, swings with a passion, and chord voicings to make you weep!”Poryes has been a faculty member of the Berkeley Jazzschool since 2000, teaching jazz piano and functional harmony. She also maintains a large private teaching studio with more than 30 students. Poryes is a member of the Music Teachers' Association of California and the Jazz Education Network. She continues to refine her piano technique with classical teacher John Bloomfield, and regularly performs throughout the Bay Area. Her recent solo and ensemble performances include appearances at Yoshi's Jazzclub, the Oakland Museum, the Jazzschool, the Berkeley Piano Club, the 2009 Healdsburg Jazz Festival, and many other venues.Poryes has recorded a new quartet CD, “Catch Your Breath,” which will be released on Origin Records (voted 2009 Jazz Label of the Year at the JazzWeek awards in New York) in March. The new recording features four new original compositions in addition to Debbie's imaginative arrangements of standards. She lives in Orinda with her husband and daughter.Introduction to Jazz Piano for Adults and TeensJazz pianist Debbie Poryes will present an overview of some of the skills necessary to develop the ability to play jazz piano. The three main seventh chords will be presented and some jazz voicings given.Debbie will give some practical suggestions as to how to develop a “swing” feel. Various ideas will be given on how to improvise and all this will be applied to a tune or two. Debbie will have an outline and handouts so you will have something to take notes on and to take home.Feel free to record the workshop as well. This is a “gather around the piano cozy workshop” and attendees will be encouraged to try out some of these ideas while all together.The workshop will be 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday $15 per participant or $30 with the show.
Article found in The Union Newspaper
Article found in The Union Newspaper
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Nevada Union High Snowboard Team Event!
The Nevada Union Snowboard Team is proud to host “OPEN SPACE”, Mike Basich’s inspirational movie of how his love for snowboarding helped him overcome epilepsy, ride to the top of the pro snowboard world and then establish roots in a simpler life in Nevada County. Mike will be on hand to sign memorabilia at intermission. The Burton B movie will follow. SEE BOTH MOVIES FOR ONLY $5.00! GREAT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!! Showtimes at 4:30pm and 6:45pm on Saturday, February 20th at the Don Baggett Theater, Nevada Union High School, 11761 Ridge Rd, Grass Valley. Tickets available at the door or at the NU Student Store.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
What a beautiful day in Nevada County!!
The sun was shining and the birds were singing on a very beautiful day here inNevada County. I actually spent the day with my Mom and her friends, they all live in Grass Valley. We got on a bus and left Grass Valley and drove down the hill to Roseville, California. We went to the Thunder Valley Casino and enjoyed country music along the way. We gambled and the ate lunch. Then we gambled some more, my Mom even won a little. She came out ahead, and was so thrilled!! After that we went to Trader Joe's and bought some wonderful foods. Then, we were on our way back to the Grass Valley and the beautiful Nevada County area. We all had such a great time, I am looking forward to our next trip!!
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Mardis Gras Parade a BIG hit!
Sunday February 14Th was Valentines and also the Mardis Gras Parade in Nevada City. Once again, I attended the parade, which has been held annually for the last eight years. There were so many people this year, very nice to see! The weather was perfect, the parade was cancelled 2 years ago because of snow! The Parade started 8 years ago with a group of local women, many of my friends, that decided to get dressed up as Joe Cain's 12 widows, and walk down the middle of Broad Street. Joe Cain is the man who was largely credited for the rebirth of the Mardis Gras in 1866 in Mobile, Alabama. As the story goes, when he died, 12 widows showed up at his funeral. They were eventually called "The Merry Widows" Well, our local Mardis Gras Parade only grew from 12 women walking down the street to be the celebration it is today. It always helps to know people, therefore my husband, my girlfriend and I were able to watch the parade from a balcony above a business on the main parade route of Nevada City. What a great vantage point to see all of the smiling faces! There were so many beads and candy flying through the air, it was a sight to see. I love that parade and all of the colorful people. It is good for our community and I look forward to next Year. A good time was had by all!!!
Friday, February 12, 2010
Valentine's Event in Oz!
Friday February 12, 2010
The Center for the Arts and PAG presents The Valentine’s Weekend In OZ. The Emerald Ball
From 7:00 to 10:00PM
$20 Adults, $8 Children 12 and under. Wear a and recieve $2 off!
This event is a fundraiser for the Center and PAG!!
The Performing Arts Guild (PAG) and The Center for the Arts are very excited to announce it's first joint Fundraising Event, The Emerald Ball. Escape to a fabulous party in Oz for families and people of any age to enjoy!
Come in an OZ costume and you'll receive a $2 coupon for refreshments at the Concession's Booth. The land of OZ is a magical place and this is a magical event with plenty of activities to entertain every member of the family: Dancing to the famous DJ services of Jamal Walker of My Way Productions, Bingo with prizes, Costume Contest with prizes, Live Entertainment, and a Silent Auction. Lots of Prizes-Lots of Fun!
The Center for the Arts and PAG presents The Valentine’s Weekend In OZ. The Emerald Ball
From 7:00 to 10:00PM
$20 Adults, $8 Children 12 and under. Wear a and recieve $2 off!
This event is a fundraiser for the Center and PAG!!
The Performing Arts Guild (PAG) and The Center for the Arts are very excited to announce it's first joint Fundraising Event, The Emerald Ball. Escape to a fabulous party in Oz for families and people of any age to enjoy!
Come in an OZ costume and you'll receive a $2 coupon for refreshments at the Concession's Booth. The land of OZ is a magical place and this is a magical event with plenty of activities to entertain every member of the family: Dancing to the famous DJ services of Jamal Walker of My Way Productions, Bingo with prizes, Costume Contest with prizes, Live Entertainment, and a Silent Auction. Lots of Prizes-Lots of Fun!
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Chamber names king, queen and duke, duchess for NC Mardi Gras
Longtime Nevada City Chamber of Commerce boosters Gerry and Denise Anderson have been named as King and Queen of the 2010 Nevada City Mardi Gras Celebration, and Ray and Linda Pullizi of Nevada City have been named as Duke and Duchess for this year’s event.
Longtime Nevada City Chamber of Commerce boosters Gerry and Denise Anderson have been named as King and Queen of the 2010 Nevada City Mardi Gras Celebration.
Ray and Linda Pullizi of Nevada City have been named as Duke and Duchess for this year’s event. The selections were announced by the Nevada City Mardi Gras Committee.
The honorees will join Parade Grand Marshal Bob Breck of KNCO Radio as featured guests in the 2010 Nevada City Mardi Gras Parade on Sunday, Feb. 14. The parade rolls down Broad Street beginning at 2 p.m.
For nearly 20 years, the Andersons have been among the chamber's most active and enthusiastic volunteers, said Executive Manager Cathy Whittlesey.
“They're always there when you need them,” said Whittlesey. “They're the kind of people who roll up their sleeves and get the job done. They always have smiles on their faces. Their hearts are truly in Nevada City.”
Denise Anderson, who pursued a career in banking, served for 17 years as the Nevada City Chamber’s treasurer. Gerry Anderson, a self-employed contractor, helps with special event organization and has lent his construction skills at the chamber office.
The Pulizzis have been very active volunteer supporters of Mardi Gras in recent years. They and fellow members of the Boozefighters Motorcycle Club are among the event’s most avid supporters.
Mardi Gras weekend kicks off Feb. 13 with the annual Masquerade Ball at Miners Foundry, featuring the Holcomb Brothers Band.
Tickets are $10 in advance and (if available) $15 at the door. Contact the sponsoring Nevada City Chamber of Commerce at 265-2692 or www.nevadacitychamber.com.
This article found in the Nevada City Advocate, a great way to find out about current Nevada City News!!
Longtime Nevada City Chamber of Commerce boosters Gerry and Denise Anderson have been named as King and Queen of the 2010 Nevada City Mardi Gras Celebration.
Ray and Linda Pullizi of Nevada City have been named as Duke and Duchess for this year’s event. The selections were announced by the Nevada City Mardi Gras Committee.
The honorees will join Parade Grand Marshal Bob Breck of KNCO Radio as featured guests in the 2010 Nevada City Mardi Gras Parade on Sunday, Feb. 14. The parade rolls down Broad Street beginning at 2 p.m.
For nearly 20 years, the Andersons have been among the chamber's most active and enthusiastic volunteers, said Executive Manager Cathy Whittlesey.
“They're always there when you need them,” said Whittlesey. “They're the kind of people who roll up their sleeves and get the job done. They always have smiles on their faces. Their hearts are truly in Nevada City.”
Denise Anderson, who pursued a career in banking, served for 17 years as the Nevada City Chamber’s treasurer. Gerry Anderson, a self-employed contractor, helps with special event organization and has lent his construction skills at the chamber office.
The Pulizzis have been very active volunteer supporters of Mardi Gras in recent years. They and fellow members of the Boozefighters Motorcycle Club are among the event’s most avid supporters.
Mardi Gras weekend kicks off Feb. 13 with the annual Masquerade Ball at Miners Foundry, featuring the Holcomb Brothers Band.
Tickets are $10 in advance and (if available) $15 at the door. Contact the sponsoring Nevada City Chamber of Commerce at 265-2692 or www.nevadacitychamber.com.
This article found in the Nevada City Advocate, a great way to find out about current Nevada City News!!
Monday, February 8, 2010
Mardis Gras In Nevada City This Weekend!
A downtown parade and masquerade ball are featured Feb. 13-14, 2010 as this colorful Sierra foothills town again celebrates Mardi Gras in Nevada City.
Weekend activities open Saturday night with a Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball in historic Miners Foundry at 325 Spring Street. Cajun food will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Prices will be announced. Advance tickets are recommended and may be obtained through the Chamber of Commerce office at 132 Main Street in Nevada City. Call (530) 265-2692 or (800) 655-NJOY.
The Mardi Gras Parade begins at 2 p.m. Sunday (Feb. 14, 2010) and moves down Broad Street through the center of town. It is a rain or shine event. Merry spectators of all ages line the parade route while gaily masked societies parade through the historic district handing out beads, toys, trinkets, bangles and more. Everyone is encouraged to attend in festive Mardi Gras attire.
Weekend activities open Saturday night with a Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball in historic Miners Foundry at 325 Spring Street. Cajun food will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Prices will be announced. Advance tickets are recommended and may be obtained through the Chamber of Commerce office at 132 Main Street in Nevada City. Call (530) 265-2692 or (800) 655-NJOY.
The Mardi Gras Parade begins at 2 p.m. Sunday (Feb. 14, 2010) and moves down Broad Street through the center of town. It is a rain or shine event. Merry spectators of all ages line the parade route while gaily masked societies parade through the historic district handing out beads, toys, trinkets, bangles and more. Everyone is encouraged to attend in festive Mardi Gras attire.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
A time for celebration!
The Grass Valley/Nevada County Chamber is celebrating it's Centennial February 4, 2010!
This gala event will be held at the Holiday Express located at 121 Bank Street, Grass Valley, California. 6:00 pm Cocktails, 7:00 pm Dinner and the "Off Broad Street" Production.
There will be a special commemorative presentation by "Off Broad Street" Players celebrating the Chamber and 100 year's history of the community. John Driscoll and Jann Kopp of the "Off Broad Street" Players have written and produced a new play just for this exciting event.
So don't miss out! For reservations call the Chamber at 530-273-4667
This gala event will be held at the Holiday Express located at 121 Bank Street, Grass Valley, California. 6:00 pm Cocktails, 7:00 pm Dinner and the "Off Broad Street" Production.
There will be a special commemorative presentation by "Off Broad Street" Players celebrating the Chamber and 100 year's history of the community. John Driscoll and Jann Kopp of the "Off Broad Street" Players have written and produced a new play just for this exciting event.
So don't miss out! For reservations call the Chamber at 530-273-4667
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Crab Feed held by the Grass Valley Sportsmans!
My husband Kurt and I went to the Grass Valley Sportsman's annual Crab feed last Saturday night. A good time was had by all! It's always so much fun! This is probably my 15th year to attend. It starts out just as a meet and greet with many long time residents. I always see people that I have not seen in a very long time, sometimes it's only at the crab feed that we get to say "Hello". Nice to see them again!! The food is always fabulous, we improvise and bring our own tabletop heat sources and have melted butter with garlic, YUM, YUM!! Thanks to Mike Rohm and his wife Carla, they always save us a table for ourselves and all of our friends. Fourteen friends this year. They serve salad , clam chowder, garlic bread and as much CRAB that you can manage to eat!! After dinner is filled with dancing and social fun. This years band was Dyin' Breed, they were great, a little bit o' country and a little bit Rock N Roll!! There was a silent raffle and we actually won a wine tasting at a local winery for eight people. The night winded down finally, I have to say there were so many more people this year that stayed and had a great time! Thank You Grass Valley Sportsman's...Once Again!!!!
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