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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.
Sierra Singles Social Group- 1:30-3 p.m., Community/Senior Center, Gate 2, Nevada County Fairgrounds. $2. 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.
Friendship Wednesday- Luncheon noon, entertainment 12:30 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. Program will be Dr. H. Rasmussen, lecturer on "Successful Aging." Suggested donation $2.50-60 and over, $5-59 and under. Reservations 273-4961.
Nevada County Travel Club- Luncheon meeting and program, 12:30 p.m., Grass Valley United Methodist Church, 236 S. Church St. Program will be "New England Back Roads," a tour planned for October 2006. Reservations 477-2467 or 272-9047.
National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week- takes place at the Nevada County Animal Shelter, 14647 McCourtney Road in Grass Valley. Event features one-half price dog and cat adoption fee during the week of Nov. 6. Hours are Monday-Friday 1-4:30 p.m., and Saturday 1-2:30 p.m. 273-2958.
Diabetes Day- 10 a.m., Kmart, 111 S. McKnight Way, Grass Valley. Diabetes Day will provide education and an opportunity to obtain a free True Track Glucose Meter to those who purchase a box of 50 test strips. A pharmacist will also be available to provide educational materials and to answer any questions. 272-2697. 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Thanksgiving Dinner- 5:30 p.m., Grass Valley Elks Lodge. Traditional Thanksgiving Ham Dinner. Cost is $10 and reservations are highly recommended. 273-9228 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. www.grassvalleyelks.org
Nevada County Republican Central Committee- Meeting, 7 p.m., Rood Center, Nevada City. Guest speaker will be Tony Clarabut.
Chicken Lunch Buffet- Nevada City United Methodist Women, noon, Nevada City United Methodist Church, Broad Street. Chicken, hot vegetables, jellied and green salads, bread, desserts and beverage. $6.
Nevada County Substance Abuse Advisory Board- 3 p.m., Eric Rood Administrative Building, Empire Room, Nevada City. 265-1437.
Sierra Writers- Semi-annual manuscript read 6:30 p.m., Madelyn Helling Library, Nevada City. Participants are welcome to come with a work of fiction, nonfiction or poetry to be read by the Sierra Writers Board, then critiqued by fellow writers. All works are submitted anonymously. Open to the public. 265-2982.
MEETINGS
Union Hill School District - 6:30 p.m., 10879 Bartlett Drive, Grass Valley. Agenda: Developer fee reports, consider approval of construction change order.
Nevada County Board of Education - 2 p.m., 112 Nevada City Highway, Nevada City. Agenda: Discussion of high school senior summit; State of Children's Report.
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.
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.
Stretch and Strength Class- with Geri Campbell, 8 a.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members, $4-nonmembers. 273-4961.
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.
Beginning Salsa Dance Class- with Dominique Del Chiaro takes place at the LOVE Building, Condon Park, Grass Valley, 6 p.m. Introduction to salsa rhythm, basic moves and turns. $10-per class. Registration 477-0767.
An Introduction to Neurolink- 1-1:30 p.m., 141 Chester St., Grass Valley. A revolutionary health care program begins with brain integration. Free. Reservations 477-1918.
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.
Intermediate Salsa Dance Class- takes place at the LOVE Building, Condon Park, Grass Valley, 7 p.m. $10-per class. Registration 477-0767.
OsteoPilates- for osteoporosis with Gilann Olsen at GO Pilates Studio, 10:45 a.m.-noon. 555 Searls Ave. First class free, additional classes $10-per person. Class size limited. Reservations 559-2189.
Pilates for Posture- with Gilann Olsen at GO Pilates Studio, 5:45 p.m. Postural assessment and exercises. 555 Searls Ave. $10-per person. Class size limited. Reservations 559-2189.
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.
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.
Teresita- performs regional songs from Mexico at Amigos & Company in Grass Valley, 6 p.m. No cover. 108 E. Main St.
Drums & Tuba- from Sacramento performs funk-rock reggae at Cooper's in Nevada City, 8:30 p.m. $5-cover. 265-0116.
Johnathan Meredith- performs at Friar Tuck's in Nevada City, 6:30 p.m. No cover. 265-9093.
Ongoing
Lucchesi Vineyards- tastings, daily, 11 a.m.-dark, 167 Mill St., Grass Valley.
Public Tours
Empire Mine public tours- take place daily at Empire Mine State Historic Park. Cottage tours 1 p.m., mine yard tours 2 p.m. Admission to the park is $3 for 17 and older, $1-for children 6 to 16 years; children are free. Guided tours are $1.50 per tour for adults. Park hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Weather permitting. 273-8522.
Thursday
Community Events
Women in Black- an International Women's Peace Network, 5-6 p.m., Broad Street Bridge, Nevada City. Women in Black stands for an hour each week, in silence, in mourning, bearing witness to all violence and the devastation caused by all wars. Please wear black, be prepared to stand silently and men who resonate with the aims of Women in Black are invited to stand across from us. ://
Aerobics- with Geri Campbell, 9:30 a.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members. $4-nonmembers. 273-4961.
Creative Memories Scrapbooking- 1:15-3:15 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members, $4-non members. 273-4961.
Needlework Circle- 1-3 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $1-members, $1.50-non members. 273-4961.
Nevada County Duplicate Bridge Club- 9:30 a.m., Golden Empire Grange, La Barr Meadows, Grass Valley. New members welcome. Classes available 477-9586.
Gold Country Kiwanis- Meeting, noon, Holbrooke Hotel, 212 W. Main St., Grass Valley. 274-3583.
National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, Grass Valley Chapter No. 1335- Luncheon meeting, social hour and registration 11:15 a.m., luncheon noon, Grass Valley Moose Lodge, 15694 Allison Ranch Road. All current and retired federal employees and spouses are welcome. Reservations 432-9046.
Bingo- Grass Valley Elks No. 538, doors open 5 p.m., early bird 6:30 p.m., Grass Valley Elks Lodge. Refreshments. 273-8342.
Arts & Culture
Survivors of Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence- 5:30-7 p.m. 272-2046.
Book Discussions
Kathryn Madison- will be discussing her book "Woman's Sigh, Wolfs Song," at Odyssey Books in Grass Valley, 7 p.m. Free. Refreshments will be served. 989 Sutton Way. 477-2856
Classes/Workshops
Workshop for All Art Media- 1-3 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $1-members, $1.50-non members. 273-4961.
Ukulele Lessons- 3:30-4:15 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members, $4-non members. 273-4961.
Argentine Tango- taught by Foothill Tanguera Michelle Loughlin at Sierra Dance Institute in Grass Valley, 7:45 p.m. All levels, no partner required. $10-per class. 477-7644.
Bellydance Class- Level three - floorwork, sword, and drum solo, 6-7:30 p.m., Moving Ground Studio, St. Joseph's Cultural Center, Grass Valley. $10-advance, $12-drop in. 265-4770 or 559-3134.
Tai Chi Class- a slow moving meditation that focuses on balance, relaxation, and increased energy flow, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Stillpoint Studios, Grass Valley. $10 559-2931.
Kung-Fu- a Chinese martial art that focuses on self-defense and enhances health, 6-7 p.m. Body Balance, Grass Valley. $10 559-2931.
African-style dance class - with Cai Sorlien and live drumming, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Joseph's Cultural Center in Grass Valley. $8. 288-3603.
Porcelain Classes Dolls & More- 9:30-11:30 a.m., and 1-3 p.m., 11300 Via Vista, Nevada City, off Ridge Road. Beginning to advanced classes. $5. 265-9299.
Yoga Class- Beginning/gentle yoga classes 6:30 p.m. Alternative Fitness Center, 17323 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley. $9-drop in. 432-6929.
Hip Hop- for ages 8 and up, 4 p.m., Penn Valley Academy of Dance. Learn hot routines and upbeat body movements to keep moving and have fun in this new class. $9 per class. Reservations 432-8985.
Pilates- 9:30 a.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.
Dance
Goldancers Squaredance Club of Nevada City- plus level with round between tips 7-9 p.m., advance workshop 9-10 p.m., Golden Empire Grange, 11363 Grange Lane, Grass Valley. Caller is Scott Pearce. 272-2111 or 272-2445.
Music
Karaoke- hosted by Rick at the Holiday Cabaret in Grass Valley, 9:30 p.m-1 a.m. No cover. 1255 E. Main. 272-6466.
Open Mic- for all ages hosted by Ray of Light takes place at The Beat (formerly Wall Street Cafe) in Grass Valley, 8 p.m. No cover. 114 W. Main St. 274-2411.
George Souza- performs at the Holbrooke Hotel in Grass Valley, 6 p.m. No cover. 273-1353.
John Girton- performs at Friar Tuck's in Nevada City, 6:30 p.m. (except Thanksgiving.) No cover. 265-9093.
Jimmi Accardi- performs rock 'n' roll at the Stonehouse in Nevada City, 9 p.m. No cover. 265-5050.
Earth Rhythms African Dance Troupe- performs at Cooper's in Nevada City, 8:30 p.m. $3-cover. 265-0116.
Public Tours
Empire Mine public tours- take place daily at Empire Mine State Historic Park. Cottage tours 1 p.m., mine yard tours 2 p.m. Admission to the park is $3 for 17 and older, $1-for children 6 to 16 years; children are free. Guided tours are $1.50 per tour for adults. Park hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Weather permitting. 273-8522.
Theater/Comedy
"Waiting for Godot"- written by Samuel Beckett and directed by James McCammon will be performed at the Off Stage Theatre at the Center for the Arts in Grass Valley. Performances are 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and 7 p.m. Sunday. Tickets $12. 274-8384.
Aladdin- an inspiring and magical musical performed by the Nevada County Performing Arts Guild at the Center for the Arts in Grass Valley. Performances are 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tickets $9-adults in advance, $10-adults at the door, $4-children 12 and under in advance, $5-children 12 and under at the door. Preview performance Nov. 10 tickets $5. 273-4254 or 277-7100.
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.
Sierra Singles Social Group- 1:30-3 p.m., Community/Senior Center, Gate 2, Nevada County Fairgrounds. $2. 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.
Friendship Wednesday- Luncheon noon, entertainment 12:30 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. Program will be Dr. H. Rasmussen, lecturer on "Successful Aging." Suggested donation $2.50-60 and over, $5-59 and under. Reservations 273-4961.
Nevada County Travel Club- Luncheon meeting and program, 12:30 p.m., Grass Valley United Methodist Church, 236 S. Church St. Program will be "New England Back Roads," a tour planned for October 2006. Reservations 477-2467 or 272-9047.
National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week- takes place at the Nevada County Animal Shelter, 14647 McCourtney Road in Grass Valley. Event features one-half price dog and cat adoption fee during the week of Nov. 6. Hours are Monday-Friday 1-4:30 p.m., and Saturday 1-2:30 p.m. 273-2958.
Diabetes Day- 10 a.m., Kmart, 111 S. McKnight Way, Grass Valley. Diabetes Day will provide education and an opportunity to obtain a free True Track Glucose Meter to those who purchase a box of 50 test strips. A pharmacist will also be available to provide educational materials and to answer any questions. 272-2697. 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Thanksgiving Dinner- 5:30 p.m., Grass Valley Elks Lodge. Traditional Thanksgiving Ham Dinner. Cost is $10 and reservations are highly recommended. 273-9228 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. www.grassvalleyelks.org
Nevada County Republican Central Committee- Meeting, 7 p.m., Rood Center, Nevada City. Guest speaker will be Tony Clarabut.
Chicken Lunch Buffet- Nevada City United Methodist Women, noon, Nevada City United Methodist Church, Broad Street. Chicken, hot vegetables, jellied and green salads, bread, desserts and beverage. $6.
Nevada County Substance Abuse Advisory Board- 3 p.m., Eric Rood Administrative Building, Empire Room, Nevada City. 265-1437.
Sierra Writers- Semi-annual manuscript read 6:30 p.m., Madelyn Helling Library, Nevada City. Participants are welcome to come with a work of fiction, nonfiction or poetry to be read by the Sierra Writers Board, then critiqued by fellow writers. All works are submitted anonymously. Open to the public. 265-2982.
MEETINGS
Union Hill School District - 6:30 p.m., 10879 Bartlett Drive, Grass Valley. Agenda: Developer fee reports, consider approval of construction change order.
Nevada County Board of Education - 2 p.m., 112 Nevada City Highway, Nevada City. Agenda: Discussion of high school senior summit; State of Children's Report.
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.
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.
Stretch and Strength Class- with Geri Campbell, 8 a.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members, $4-nonmembers. 273-4961.
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.
Beginning Salsa Dance Class- with Dominique Del Chiaro takes place at the LOVE Building, Condon Park, Grass Valley, 6 p.m. Introduction to salsa rhythm, basic moves and turns. $10-per class. Registration 477-0767.
An Introduction to Neurolink- 1-1:30 p.m., 141 Chester St., Grass Valley. A revolutionary health care program begins with brain integration. Free. Reservations 477-1918.
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.
Intermediate Salsa Dance Class- takes place at the LOVE Building, Condon Park, Grass Valley, 7 p.m. $10-per class. Registration 477-0767.
OsteoPilates- for osteoporosis with Gilann Olsen at GO Pilates Studio, 10:45 a.m.-noon. 555 Searls Ave. First class free, additional classes $10-per person. Class size limited. Reservations 559-2189.
Pilates for Posture- with Gilann Olsen at GO Pilates Studio, 5:45 p.m. Postural assessment and exercises. 555 Searls Ave. $10-per person. Class size limited. Reservations 559-2189.
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.
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.
Teresita- performs regional songs from Mexico at Amigos & Company in Grass Valley, 6 p.m. No cover. 108 E. Main St.
Drums & Tuba- from Sacramento performs funk-rock reggae at Cooper's in Nevada City, 8:30 p.m. $5-cover. 265-0116.
Johnathan Meredith- performs at Friar Tuck's in Nevada City, 6:30 p.m. No cover. 265-9093.
Ongoing
Lucchesi Vineyards- tastings, daily, 11 a.m.-dark, 167 Mill St., Grass Valley.
Public Tours
Empire Mine public tours- take place daily at Empire Mine State Historic Park. Cottage tours 1 p.m., mine yard tours 2 p.m. Admission to the park is $3 for 17 and older, $1-for children 6 to 16 years; children are free. Guided tours are $1.50 per tour for adults. Park hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Weather permitting. 273-8522.
Thursday
Community Events
Women in Black- an International Women's Peace Network, 5-6 p.m., Broad Street Bridge, Nevada City. Women in Black stands for an hour each week, in silence, in mourning, bearing witness to all violence and the devastation caused by all wars. Please wear black, be prepared to stand silently and men who resonate with the aims of Women in Black are invited to stand across from us. ://
Aerobics- with Geri Campbell, 9:30 a.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members. $4-nonmembers. 273-4961.
Creative Memories Scrapbooking- 1:15-3:15 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members, $4-non members. 273-4961.
Needlework Circle- 1-3 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $1-members, $1.50-non members. 273-4961.
Nevada County Duplicate Bridge Club- 9:30 a.m., Golden Empire Grange, La Barr Meadows, Grass Valley. New members welcome. Classes available 477-9586.
Gold Country Kiwanis- Meeting, noon, Holbrooke Hotel, 212 W. Main St., Grass Valley. 274-3583.
National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, Grass Valley Chapter No. 1335- Luncheon meeting, social hour and registration 11:15 a.m., luncheon noon, Grass Valley Moose Lodge, 15694 Allison Ranch Road. All current and retired federal employees and spouses are welcome. Reservations 432-9046.
Bingo- Grass Valley Elks No. 538, doors open 5 p.m., early bird 6:30 p.m., Grass Valley Elks Lodge. Refreshments. 273-8342.
Arts & Culture
Survivors of Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence- 5:30-7 p.m. 272-2046.
Book Discussions
Kathryn Madison- will be discussing her book "Woman's Sigh, Wolfs Song," at Odyssey Books in Grass Valley, 7 p.m. Free. Refreshments will be served. 989 Sutton Way. 477-2856
Classes/Workshops
Workshop for All Art Media- 1-3 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $1-members, $1.50-non members. 273-4961.
Ukulele Lessons- 3:30-4:15 p.m., Gold Country Community Center, Grass Valley. $3-members, $4-non members. 273-4961.
Argentine Tango- taught by Foothill Tanguera Michelle Loughlin at Sierra Dance Institute in Grass Valley, 7:45 p.m. All levels, no partner required. $10-per class. 477-7644.
Bellydance Class- Level three - floorwork, sword, and drum solo, 6-7:30 p.m., Moving Ground Studio, St. Joseph's Cultural Center, Grass Valley. $10-advance, $12-drop in. 265-4770 or 559-3134.
Tai Chi Class- a slow moving meditation that focuses on balance, relaxation, and increased energy flow, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Stillpoint Studios, Grass Valley. $10 559-2931.
Kung-Fu- a Chinese martial art that focuses on self-defense and enhances health, 6-7 p.m. Body Balance, Grass Valley. $10 559-2931.
African-style dance class - with Cai Sorlien and live drumming, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Joseph's Cultural Center in Grass Valley. $8. 288-3603.
Porcelain Classes Dolls & More- 9:30-11:30 a.m., and 1-3 p.m., 11300 Via Vista, Nevada City, off Ridge Road. Beginning to advanced classes. $5. 265-9299.
Yoga Class- Beginning/gentle yoga classes 6:30 p.m. Alternative Fitness Center, 17323 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley. $9-drop in. 432-6929.
Hip Hop- for ages 8 and up, 4 p.m., Penn Valley Academy of Dance. Learn hot routines and upbeat body movements to keep moving and have fun in this new class. $9 per class. Reservations 432-8985.
Pilates- 9:30 a.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.
Dance
Goldancers Squaredance Club of Nevada City- plus level with round between tips 7-9 p.m., advance workshop 9-10 p.m., Golden Empire Grange, 11363 Grange Lane, Grass Valley. Caller is Scott Pearce. 272-2111 or 272-2445.
Music
Karaoke- hosted by Rick at the Holiday Cabaret in Grass Valley, 9:30 p.m-1 a.m. No cover. 1255 E. Main. 272-6466.
Open Mic- for all ages hosted by Ray of Light takes place at The Beat (formerly Wall Street Cafe) in Grass Valley, 8 p.m. No cover. 114 W. Main St. 274-2411.
George Souza- performs at the Holbrooke Hotel in Grass Valley, 6 p.m. No cover. 273-1353.
John Girton- performs at Friar Tuck's in Nevada City, 6:30 p.m. (except Thanksgiving.) No cover. 265-9093.
Jimmi Accardi- performs rock 'n' roll at the Stonehouse in Nevada City, 9 p.m. No cover. 265-5050.
Earth Rhythms African Dance Troupe- performs at Cooper's in Nevada City, 8:30 p.m. $3-cover. 265-0116.
Public Tours
Empire Mine public tours- take place daily at Empire Mine State Historic Park. Cottage tours 1 p.m., mine yard tours 2 p.m. Admission to the park is $3 for 17 and older, $1-for children 6 to 16 years; children are free. Guided tours are $1.50 per tour for adults. Park hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Weather permitting. 273-8522.
Theater/Comedy
"Waiting for Godot"- written by Samuel Beckett and directed by James McCammon will be performed at the Off Stage Theatre at the Center for the Arts in Grass Valley. Performances are 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and 7 p.m. Sunday. Tickets $12. 274-8384.
Aladdin- an inspiring and magical musical performed by the Nevada County Performing Arts Guild at the Center for the Arts in Grass Valley. Performances are 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tickets $9-adults in advance, $10-adults at the door, $4-children 12 and under in advance, $5-children 12 and under at the door. Preview performance Nov. 10 tickets $5. 273-4254 or 277-7100.
