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Good Morning Yoga- 8:30-10 a.m., led by Marianne Reagan, Moving Ground Studio, St. Joseph's Cultural Center, in Grass Valley. A multi-level lyengar style class. $8. 272-4240.
Stretch and Strength Class- with Geri Campbell, 8 a.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members, $4-nonmembers. 273-4961.
Line Dance Class- with Cheryl Spangler, intermediate 9:15-10:15 a.m., beginning 10:15-11:15 a.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members, $4-non members. 273-4961.
Creative Dance- for ages 5 and up, 3 p.m. led by Marianne Reagan, Moving Ground Studio, St. Joseph's Cultural Center, in Grass Valley. A class in movement exploration. Skill development and guided creative explorations of the elements of dance. $8. 272-4240.
Dance Fitness- a fitness jazz dance class for women and teens, includes strength training and core work at Sierra Dance Institute in Grass Valley, 8:45-10:15 a.m. Bring water. $7. 913-6877.
Creative Dance- for ages 4 and up, 11 a.m. led by Marianne Reagan, Moving Ground Studio, St. Joseph's Cultural Center, in Grass Valley. A class in movement exploration. Skill development and guided creative explorations of the elements of dance. $8. 272-4240.
Tantra Yoga Meditation- 5:30-7 p.m., 11886 Thunder Road, Grass Valley. A guided meditation including mantra, pranayama (breathing techniques), and tantra yoga techniques. 432-8378.
Bellydance Class- Level one - fundamentals and exercise, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Moving Ground Studio, St. Joseph's Cultural Center, Grass Valley. $8-advance, $10-drop in. 265-4770 or 559-3134.
Intermediate Line Dance- with Cheryl Spangler, 9:15 a.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members. $4-nonmembers. 273-4961.
Beginning Line Dance- with Cheryl Spangler, 10:15 a.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members. $4-nonmembers. 273-4961.
Orientale Dance Lessons- with Nicole Tristani takes place at 7 p.m., Stillpoint Studios, 300 Sierra College Drive, Suite 155, Grass Valley. Level One: Learning basic technique, isolations, concept of body lines, use of space, combinations, choreography, and improvisation. 274-2320 or 575-5724.
Tai Chi Class- a slow moving meditation that focuses on balance, relaxation, and increased energy flow. Stillpoint Studios, Grass Valley. $10 559-2931.
T'ai Chi Ch'uan Class- 5:30 p.m., Club Sierra, Grass Valley. T'ai Chi Ch'uan is a slow-moving, soft style martial art practiced for its health benefits as well as its myriad applications to daily life. $10-class. 274-3513.
Pilates- 9 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Alternative Fitness Center, Penn Valley. Develop strength, flexibility and stability for any adult age at any level of physical condition. $10-per session. Small tailored class with equipment. Reservations 432-8985.
Pre Ballet Class- for children 4-5 years old, 4 p.m., Penn Valley Academy of Dance. Specifically designed to integrate the basic foundations of ballet movement combined with creative dances to stimulate the imagination. $9 per class. 432-8985.
Community Events
Newcomers Club of Nevada County- General meeting and luncheon/silent and live auction, Alta Sierra Country Club. Doors open 10:30 a.m. for viewing of auction items. 432-2037 or 477-8922.
Grass Valley Elks Lodge No. 538- Wear your best costume and have dinner, doors open 5:30 p.m., dinner 6:30 p.m. 273-8342.
Friendship Wednesday- Luncheon noon, entertainment 12:30 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. Program will be the Birthday Celebration. Suggested donation $2.50-60 and over, $5-59 and under. Reservations 273-4961.
Marine Corps League Detachment No. 885- Office open 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Grass Valley Veterans Building, 255 S. Auburn St. 272-5339.
Conversational Spanish- 1:30-3 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members, $4-non members. 273-4961.
Active Singles Over 60- 1 p.m., Perko's, Grass Valley. 274-1217.
Games Night Out- for ages 12 and over, 7-10 p.m., Lake of the Pines. Bring cards, board games, dominoes and more. Bring your own beverage and snack. 269-3545.
Gold Country LeTip- Business networking lunch meeting, 11:30 a.m., Holbrooke Hotel, Grass Valley. 265-9419.
Nevada County Duplicate Bridge Club- 9:30 a.m., Golden Empire Grange, La Barr Meadows, Grass Valley. New members welcome. Classes available 477-9586.
Peace Center of Nevada County Belling Ringing Vigil- 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., various locations in Nevada City and Grass Valley. Each ring will tone for one minute, allowing for resonance and reverence. 478-0699.
N. C. Inner Wheel - Luncheon meeting, 10:30 a.m., Holbrooke Hotel, Grass Valley. Guest speaker will be Judy Webly on the art of scrapbooking.
Talking to Your Children about Sexuality: Helpful Hints and How-tos- 7 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains Church, 246 S. Church St. Learn how to feel comfortable talking about an awkward but important topic. Presenters Sadie Wight (health educator) and Dr. Jim Stratigakes (local psychologist and parent). Childcare available. Free. 271-1411. 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Gold Country Celtic Society- Membership gathering, 6 p.m., followed by a potluck dinner, Nevada City Veterans Building, 415 Pine St., Nevada City. Guest speaker John Robertson on "Celtic Magic" discussing the nature and history of magic as it relates to the Celtic world. Please bring a dish to share to serve 6 to 8 people. Members are encouraged to wear a costume.
Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group- 10:30 a.m., Madelyn Helling County Library, Community Room. Book of the month is "The Bluest Eye," by Toni Morrison. New members welcome.
Workshop on Forming Private Road Associations- 7-9 p.m., Madelyn Helling Library, Nevada City. Sponsored by the Federation of Neighborhood Associations of Nevada County.$25-includes workbook for newcomers, $5 registration donation for additional members of same neighborhood sharing a manual. Additional manuals $20. 265-3288 or 265-0424.
Dance
Country Line Dancing- with Jamie Hogan takes place at the Holiday Cabaret in Grass Valley. Lessons 7:30-8:30 p.m., dancing 8:30 p.m. $5-lessons and dance, $3-dance only. 1255 E. Main. 272-6466.
Music
Reggae Dance Night- hosted by Soul Medic takes place at The Beat (formerly Wall Street Cafe) in Grass Valley, 9 p.m. $5-cover. 114 W. Main St. 274-2411.
Johnathan Meredith- performs at Friar Tuck's in Nevada City, 6:30 p.m. No cover. 265-9093.
One Ton Eyelid and Spankers- perform at Cooper's in Nevada City, 9 p.m. $3-cover. 265-0116.
Ongoing
Pumpkin Hunt Train- departs at 10 a.m., noon, 2 and 4 p.m., through October at the Nevada County Traction Company, 402 Railroad Ave. in Nevada City. You will ride the Train through beautiful gardens, then to the decorated 16 acres of forest to History Hill where you get off the train and pick out your pumpkin. Weather permitting. Tickets $11-adults, $8-children 2-12 years old. 265-0896.
Poltergeist Express Train- departs at 7 p.m., the last two weeks of October at the Nevada County Traction Company, 402 Railroad Ave. in Nevada City. Enjoy a devilish story teller at the History Hill Outdoor Theater. Weather permitting. Tickets $20-in advance. 265-0896.
Classes/Workshops
Good Morning Yoga- 8:30-10 a.m., led by Marianne Reagan, Moving Ground Studio, St. Joseph's Cultural Center, in Grass Valley. A multi-level lyengar style class. $8. 272-4240.
Stretch and Strength Class- with Geri Campbell, 8 a.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members, $4-nonmembers. 273-4961.
Line Dance Class- with Cheryl Spangler, intermediate 9:15-10:15 a.m., beginning 10:15-11:15 a.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members, $4-non members. 273-4961.
Creative Dance- for ages 5 and up, 3 p.m. led by Marianne Reagan, Moving Ground Studio, St. Joseph's Cultural Center, in Grass Valley. A class in movement exploration. Skill development and guided creative explorations of the elements of dance. $8. 272-4240.
Dance Fitness- a fitness jazz dance class for women and teens, includes strength training and core work at Sierra Dance Institute in Grass Valley, 8:45-10:15 a.m. Bring water. $7. 913-6877.
Creative Dance- for ages 4 and up, 11 a.m. led by Marianne Reagan, Moving Ground Studio, St. Joseph's Cultural Center, in Grass Valley. A class in movement exploration. Skill development and guided creative explorations of the elements of dance. $8. 272-4240.
Tantra Yoga Meditation- 5:30-7 p.m., 11886 Thunder Road, Grass Valley. A guided meditation including mantra, pranayama (breathing techniques), and tantra yoga techniques. 432-8378.
Bellydance Class- Level one - fundamentals and exercise, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Moving Ground Studio, St. Joseph's Cultural Center, Grass Valley. $8-advance, $10-drop in. 265-4770 or 559-3134.
Intermediate Line Dance- with Cheryl Spangler, 9:15 a.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members. $4-nonmembers. 273-4961.
Beginning Line Dance- with Cheryl Spangler, 10:15 a.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members. $4-nonmembers. 273-4961.
Orientale Dance Lessons- with Nicole Tristani takes place at 7 p.m., Stillpoint Studios, 300 Sierra College Drive, Suite 155, Grass Valley. Level One: Learning basic technique, isolations, concept of body lines, use of space, combinations, choreography, and improvisation. 274-2320 or 575-5724.
Tai Chi Class- a slow moving meditation that focuses on balance, relaxation, and increased energy flow. Stillpoint Studios, Grass Valley. $10 559-2931.
T'ai Chi Ch'uan Class- 5:30 p.m., Club Sierra, Grass Valley. T'ai Chi Ch'uan is a slow-moving, soft style martial art practiced for its health benefits as well as its myriad applications to daily life. $10-class. 274-3513.
Pilates- 9 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Alternative Fitness Center, Penn Valley. Develop strength, flexibility and stability for any adult age at any level of physical condition. $10-per session. Small tailored class with equipment. Reservations 432-8985.
Pre Ballet Class- for children 4-5 years old, 4 p.m., Penn Valley Academy of Dance. Specifically designed to integrate the basic foundations of ballet movement combined with creative dances to stimulate the imagination. $9 per class. 432-8985.
Community Events
Newcomers Club of Nevada County- General meeting and luncheon/silent and live auction, Alta Sierra Country Club. Doors open 10:30 a.m. for viewing of auction items. 432-2037 or 477-8922.
Grass Valley Elks Lodge No. 538- Wear your best costume and have dinner, doors open 5:30 p.m., dinner 6:30 p.m. 273-8342.
Friendship Wednesday- Luncheon noon, entertainment 12:30 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. Program will be the Birthday Celebration. Suggested donation $2.50-60 and over, $5-59 and under. Reservations 273-4961.
Marine Corps League Detachment No. 885- Office open 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Grass Valley Veterans Building, 255 S. Auburn St. 272-5339.
Conversational Spanish- 1:30-3 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members, $4-non members. 273-4961.
Active Singles Over 60- 1 p.m., Perko's, Grass Valley. 274-1217.
Games Night Out- for ages 12 and over, 7-10 p.m., Lake of the Pines. Bring cards, board games, dominoes and more. Bring your own beverage and snack. 269-3545.
Gold Country LeTip- Business networking lunch meeting, 11:30 a.m., Holbrooke Hotel, Grass Valley. 265-9419.
Nevada County Duplicate Bridge Club- 9:30 a.m., Golden Empire Grange, La Barr Meadows, Grass Valley. New members welcome. Classes available 477-9586.
Peace Center of Nevada County Belling Ringing Vigil- 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., various locations in Nevada City and Grass Valley. Each ring will tone for one minute, allowing for resonance and reverence. 478-0699.
N. C. Inner Wheel - Luncheon meeting, 10:30 a.m., Holbrooke Hotel, Grass Valley. Guest speaker will be Judy Webly on the art of scrapbooking.
Talking to Your Children about Sexuality: Helpful Hints and How-tos- 7 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains Church, 246 S. Church St. Learn how to feel comfortable talking about an awkward but important topic. Presenters Sadie Wight (health educator) and Dr. Jim Stratigakes (local psychologist and parent). Childcare available. Free. 271-1411. 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Gold Country Celtic Society- Membership gathering, 6 p.m., followed by a potluck dinner, Nevada City Veterans Building, 415 Pine St., Nevada City. Guest speaker John Robertson on "Celtic Magic" discussing the nature and history of magic as it relates to the Celtic world. Please bring a dish to share to serve 6 to 8 people. Members are encouraged to wear a costume.
Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group- 10:30 a.m., Madelyn Helling County Library, Community Room. Book of the month is "The Bluest Eye," by Toni Morrison. New members welcome.
Workshop on Forming Private Road Associations- 7-9 p.m., Madelyn Helling Library, Nevada City. Sponsored by the Federation of Neighborhood Associations of Nevada County.$25-includes workbook for newcomers, $5 registration donation for additional members of same neighborhood sharing a manual. Additional manuals $20. 265-3288 or 265-0424.
Dance
Country Line Dancing- with Jamie Hogan takes place at the Holiday Cabaret in Grass Valley. Lessons 7:30-8:30 p.m., dancing 8:30 p.m. $5-lessons and dance, $3-dance only. 1255 E. Main. 272-6466.
Music
Reggae Dance Night- hosted by Soul Medic takes place at The Beat (formerly Wall Street Cafe) in Grass Valley, 9 p.m. $5-cover. 114 W. Main St. 274-2411.
Johnathan Meredith- performs at Friar Tuck's in Nevada City, 6:30 p.m. No cover. 265-9093.
One Ton Eyelid and Spankers- perform at Cooper's in Nevada City, 9 p.m. $3-cover. 265-0116.
Ongoing
Pumpkin Hunt Train- departs at 10 a.m., noon, 2 and 4 p.m., through October at the Nevada County Traction Company, 402 Railroad Ave. in Nevada City. You will ride the Train through beautiful gardens, then to the decorated 16 acres of forest to History Hill where you get off the train and pick out your pumpkin. Weather permitting. Tickets $11-adults, $8-children 2-12 years old. 265-0896.
Poltergeist Express Train- departs at 7 p.m., the last two weeks of October at the Nevada County Traction Company, 402 Railroad Ave. in Nevada City. Enjoy a devilish story teller at the History Hill Outdoor Theater. Weather permitting. Tickets $20-in advance. 265-0896.
