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—— California casual: Crispy Brussel Sprouts and the Beet Salad. Enjoy these savory sweet starters out on the ambient lit patio overlooking downtown Auburn.
here’s the front of house and the heart of house,” owner of Tap and Vine Addison Brown said. Brown is not a big fan of the phrase “back of house” because it insinuates someone is left out, which is not the case for the recently open restaurant. No establishment could operate without what happens behind the scenes or in the kitchen. “They are what makes the place beat,” he said. Just as the heart promotes life, there is life pulsing all throughout the recently renovated space. Tables, booths, and a year-round patio are all abuzz during the lunch rush with anxious patrons ready to satisfy that noon hunger and conversation. “This isn’t a rapid dining experience,” Brown said. “I like to say we are California casual.” The full-service restaurant covers a little bit of everything the community has been craving, from light-fare tacos and appetizers, casual-dining burgers and upscale dinners out on-the-town. The focus is on a high-quality product paired with excellent customer service. Owners Addison, Kaitlyn Brown and family members, were nothing less than thrilled when they discovered the vacant space. The couple originally moved from San Diego with years of experience in the restaurant industry. “Couldn’t help but think what a nice spot it would be for a restaurant,” he said. “What better spot than right by the clock tower? It is a recognizable monument.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 ››
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Brown’s mother lives in Grass Valley, but they felt the night-life in Auburn could use more of a pick-me-up. “The space presented itself as a creative opportunity,” Brown said. The restaurant was developed to their specific style in a combination of modern, simplistic and warm industrial. From deciding to go forward with their plan to the doors opening was about a year and half. During that time the Brown family moved from San Diego and welcomed their first child, Amelia Mae Brown, who Addison likes to call the “head of customer relations.” The 7-monthold often accompanies her dad to each table making sure everyone is satisfied. While customers have already chosen their favorite dishes, Brown’s goal is to keep the menu forward thinking and ever-changing with the seasons. “My whole goal is to keep my chefs artistic minds moving,” he said. “Seasonally move with whatever the trends are.” They will ultimately keep the really popular dishes on the menu, but will rotate and 8
develop new recipes with what is local and in season. Produce is delivered fresh every day and the meat for the burgers is ground in-house. Many have suggested that it is the best burger they have ever had. On the menu is the Standard Burger. It was given this name because the ingredients are very simple allowing the flavor profile of the meat to shine. It is a basic cheeseburger with tomato, onion and pickle, but really there is nothing basic about it. “We don’t want the sauce to override the flavor of the meat,” Brown said. “Having it stand alone and speak for itself is why we call it the Standard, it’s just your good old standard burger.” Some other customer favorites are the Crispy Brussel Sprouts, Beet Salad and Avocado Tacos, though it is tough to pick a favorite. In addition to the menu is a full bar where they brew their own beer and are working on bringing in some local wines. “We are focused on simple quality craft cocktails,” he said. “(There is) a little something for everybody.”
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Soon to come is a brunch menu starting Sept. 10 and live entertainment is on Brown’s radar. Tap and Vine is so much more than what the name suggests. While beer and wine are a piece of the picture, the restaurant has very quickly become the chameleon of the community offering anything from a business lunch to a vibrant night-life experience. It is a place to enjoy the atmosphere, conversation and take a breather from the hustle of everyday life. Tap and Vine’s name is accompanied by three more words on its sign: Eat, drink, and gather. “It was catchy,” Brown said, “and emulated we are trying to do.”
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he health food industry has seen a lot of changes over the past several years. Fads have come and gone and the importance of eating nourishing whole foods has become more and more pronounced in the way consumers shop for everyday groceries. For about 25 years, Sunrise Natural Foods has been serving the community with quality products and one-on-one individual care long before health food stores were common. The Auburn location was opened first followed second by Roseville. Many have been clinging to the health food industry for guidance in navigating personal health issues as well as personal goals. “Over the past couple years it (the clientele) has definitely changed. There’s a lot of new faces, new people that are completely new to the natural world of medicine and food,” Auburn Store Manager Teresa Gonzales said. “(We are) definitely seeing a lot of people making changes in their lives, it’s neat.” People are now more concerned with the details of the food they consume, meaning they want to know where it grows, how, and what else is going into their bodies. “A lot of people are doing things from scratch now and getting back to the basics,” Gonzales said. Not only are they making meals from locally and organically sourced ingredients, but many are implementing natural products into every aspect including beauty. This lifestyle has attracted many new faces, introducing then to a world of health and a wealth of knowledge. Some of the trends that are increasing in popularity are essential oils, coconut oil, turmeric, natural sleep and stress remedies, and whole food products. Finding multiple uses for these products has become the norm. Essentials oils can be used for so much more than just aromatherapy and coconut oil can be used from household cleaning, to cooking and more. “Essential oils are huge,” Gonzales said. “The most pure and natural products possible is what people are looking for. People are particular about the quality.” Product consultants provide individual attention to customers who are in need of assistance with finding what product or supplement works best for them. “Not that we are doctors, but we try to help people with their supplement needs and then take them over to food,” she said. “There’s a lot of one-on-one care here. We like to get to the root if we can. You end up having some pretty good moments with people out there.” Along with foods and supplements, the Auburn location specializes in household goods, cookbooks, health guides, glass bottles, clothing, beauty products and more. “I kind of like to say we are a one-stop shop,” Gonzales said. “A little bit of everything.” When asked what might be new in the next few years for Sunrise, Gonzales said, “I would love to see us have a liquor license.”
The hope is to carry organic wines and beers in the near future. “Good changes to come we can say,” she said. Sunrise Natural Foods takes great care in getting to know each customer who enters either the Auburn or Roseville store. Many regulars are called by first name when they visit. “It’s that small-town family feel that people appreciate,” she said. Anyone can special order certain health products if they aren’t already stocked on the shelves. “I do believe everybody is different and we all have different needs. What’s right for one may not be right for another. There’s different ways of eating well, it’s what works for you. That’s why we try to have a little bit of everything,” Gonzales said. “I think the No. 1 thing is balance … that’s the way I look at it.”
—— Not just a trend:: At left, bulk foods are one of their most popular shopping items. Above, fresh and organic produce line the produce aisle in both the Auburn and Roseville locations.
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here’s nothing like that moment when you’re holding the fishing rod and you get a hit. “It’s a feeling like the rod was struck by lightning — that adrenalin rush — and the fight is on,” Meadow Vista fishing guide Jerry Lampkin said. Lampkin has been fishing since childhood. He was born and raised in Fresno then worked for United Airlines in Southern California as a mechanic. He’s lived in the Auburn area since 1999 and became a licensed fishing guide in 2005. “I’m a ‘six-pack’ captain,” he said. “I can only take six people at one time. Usually I take three to four.” Lampkin fishes the Sacramento, Feather, Klamath, American and Mokelumne rivers as well as Folsom Lake. The time of year dictates where you’ll find him. “Basically I start off in January fishing for steelhead on the American in a drift boat,” he said. March until the end of May is prime season for striped bass — on the Feather, American or Sacramento rivers. Beginning in July through the end of January, his focus is salmon. “There are five salmon runs — spring, summer, winter, fall and late fall,” he said. “Mid-October to November is the peak of the fall run. That’s when the biggest fish come up the Sacramento River.” This July, he spent three weeks on the Klamath fishing for King salmon. “My favorite is the Klamath,” he said. “It’s far and away my happy place. It’s a whole different world. It’s like being in Alaska. It’s the closest you can get without being in Alaska. It’s wild and scenic and cooler than here — it was in the 60s instead of 105 (degrees).” Salmon are his favorite. 12
—— The catch: Jerry Lampkin, left, displays the day’s catch during a recent fishing trip with Kim Spitze.
While some fish are easily spooked — “Especially steelhead — if you can see them they can see you” — with salmon, there’s no need to be quiet or stay in the shadows because they are on their way upriver to spawn. “They are an amazing fish,” Lampkin said. “They’re born in the river, go out to the ocean for three years and then come back to the river where they were born to spawn, which is just mind boggling to me. “Once they hit fresh water, they stop eating. They are really striking at the lure out of anger more than anything else. They have one thing on their mind. If something gets in their way, they are going to bite it.”
As a guide, Lampkin generally knows what will be running and where. But he also relies on a network of friends, guides and fellow fishermen, the Internet and publications guides for the hot spots. There are also a couple of fishing publications — Fish Sniffer Magazine and Western Outdoor News — that provide a lot of information on where fish are running. “I have a lot of friends who are guides,” he said. “I belong to clubs and fish a lot locally. We’re always looking at (sites), talking and networking. I’m happy to tell people what I know because others have helped me. I usually pass along what I know — paying it forward.”
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There are days when the fish don’t stop biting. Then, there are days when you go home empty handed. “That happens all the time,” Lampkin said. “It’s called fishing, not catching. A good example was (in mid July) on the Klamath. Normally this time of year, we catch a lot of fish. But for a couple of days, it was quiet. Then all of a sudden —boom — they came in and we were all catching our limits.” His biggest river catch was a 40-pound salmon on the Feather River. “That was a lot of fun,” he said. “We had just lost one just as big before we caught that one,” he said. “That was a few years ago when the salmon runs were a lot better.” For novices and those new to the area, Lampkin’s advice is to that safety is the No. 1 priority, especially when casting. “For people who don’t know the river, you can wade out and end up drowning, especially in the American,” he said. Another thing to keep in mind is the catch-and-release policy. “I usually release all steelhead,” he said. “They are a semi-endangered species. … If you catch a native fish, you have to release it anyway.” How do you know if you’ve pulled in a native fish? “Fish from the hatchery will have a clipped fin on their back,” he said. “If you have a steelhead with the fin clipped, you can keep it. Otherwise, let it go.” The fish he takes home get filleted for the smoker or the freezer. “Usually clients take them home,” he said. “I’ll save one or two. My favorite way (to prepare them) is barbecued with garlic, lemon and butter. It is delicious.” Guiding allows Lampkin the opportunity to spend more days in the wild, trolling the waters for salmon and steelhead. But he also enjoys the interaction with his clients and the thrill they get from landing a salmon or steelhead. “I enjoy seeing first-timers — especially kids — catch fish,” he said. “They are fighting that fish so hard because the fish is so strong. Their hands are shaking. They can’t believe they got that fish. It is the cat’s whiskers. I love the first-timers — people who have caught a little trout and then they catch a salmon. Their first words are, ‘I can’t believe it.’ That makes it all worthwhile.”
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—— Worthwhile: Meadow Vista residents Dave and Julie Sparkes show off their catch during a recent fishing trip led by Jerry Lampkin.
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ish and chips are a traditional British dish that has left us for a hard-core craving for the pub food. The great thing about fish and chips is virtually any fish can be used in the batter. Tilapia, cod, trout, salmon, catfish, you name it.
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Coconut oil for frying 2 pounds fish of choice 1 cup gluten-free all purpose flour 1 cup potato starch 2 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon cayenne powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon salt Salt and pepper for taste 12 ounces of gluten-free ginger beer 1 tablespoon olive oil 14
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Coat the fish of choice with sea salt and place in the fridge for 10 minutes. 2. Heat a pot of oil on the stove. Do not fill passed halfway. 3. Sieve the potato starch, gluten-free flour, baking powder, sugar, salt and spices in a large bowl and mix well. 4. In the same bowl add the ginger beer and oil. Mix until batter has no clumps. Should not be too thick or too thin. It should be easy to dip the fillets in. 5. Coat the fish in a thin layer of peppered flour before dipping into batter. This helps the batter stick. 6. Dip fish in the batter and coat well on both sides. Hold fish over the bowl for a few seconds to allow for the excess batter to fall off. 7. Place a drop of batter in the oil to test. It should float on the top and sizzle. 8. Fry in the hot coconut oil until golden brown. Approximately 3 to 5 minutes. 9. Gently turn halfway through. 10. Serve alongside fries and slaw or the British traditional mint mushy peas and enjoy!
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es, that’s right, fish nachos not fish tacos. The great thing about these is that they serve four to six people. One batch is perfect for a small dinner get together like a board game night. Finger foods are the way to go and nachos have no limit to the toppings. Fish is so flaky and tender, which complements the crunch of the corn chips perfectly. Top with cheese and a handful of your favorite traditional toppings and within 15 minutes you have a meal for the masses. Serves 4-6 INGREDIENTS
1 filet of fish of choice. I used tilapia 1/4 cup green chili salsa I bag of blue organic corn chips 1 bag of white corn chips 2 cups Mexican cheese blend 1 can of low sodium black beans, drained 1 can of organic corn, drained Salt and pepper to taste 1 lime Additional toppings: small red, yellow, and orange bell pepper, radishes, avocado, cucumber, cilantro, cherry heirloom tomatoes and red onion.
Green Chili sauce: 2/3 cup sour cream ¼ cup green chili salsa INSTRUCTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and arrange chips in a cast iron skillet 2. Cover with cheese, black beans, corn, bell peppers, tomatoes and red onion. 3. In a separate pan on the stove add ¼ cup green chili salsa and the filet of fish. 4. Salt and pepper the filet lightly. 5. Cook for 6 minutes on both sides. 6. Shred the fish and place on top of the nachos. 7. Place nacho skillet in the oven for 10 minutes or when cheese is melted. 8. Broil for an additional 5 minutes for a golden bubbly cheese. 9. Take out of the oven and add the final ingredients of avocado, cucumber and cilantro. 10. In a small bowl mix together the sour cream and green chili salsa. 11. Pour over the top. 12. Squeeze the juice of a lime over the top of it all and serve at a fiesta! Enjoy!
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SALMON BURGER PATTIES
burger is a classic American dish boldly paired with anything from a green salad to French fries to fruit, but sometimes the traditional beef patty can get tiresome. Salmon is an excellent source of lean protein and can be really fresh on a late summer evening. Top it off with an avocado salsa for another great source of omega 3s. Serves 6 INGREDIENTS
1 pound of salmon filets skin removed 1 cup of almond flour ¼ cup chopped cilantro 2 eggs ¼ cup mayonnaise (I use vegan mayonnaise because I like it more) 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Salt and pepper to taste Olive oil to grease the grill For the Avocado Salsa: 1 large ripe avocado 16
1/3 cup red onion, diced ¼ cup cilantro 1 lime 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste INSTRUCTIONS
1. Chop the salmon filets into small cubes and place in a large mixing bowl. 2. Add the rest of the ingredients to the bowl and gently stir. 3. Let the bowl sit for up to 10 minutes in the fridge and then form patties about the size of your palm. 4. Make sure the grill is greased appropriately and place the patties. You should hear a sizzle. 5. Cook for 4 minutes on each side. 6. Cube the avocado and combine the rest of the salsa ingredients to top the patties when they are done. 7. Serve alongside the side of your choosing and enjoy!
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A wild run
Dive bars have made a come back.
BY CAROL GUILD ▼ PHOTOS BY JAMIE HAZELTON
What were once rough-and-tumble places to spend an evening, these dark vintage bars have become cool. Hipsters fed up with pretentious cocktail palaces are flocking to these neighborhood watering holes. At a dive, patrons are not expected to wear the right kind of clothes and have a sparkling smile to get in. There is no dress code (however, shirt and shoes are always a good idea) and the drinks are strong and low priced. So, pull of a bar stool, enjoy a Manhattan and discover a different side of local culture. Bar hop along with Foothills Magazine as we plunge into three dives in Nevada County.
After a long, wild run, it was feared that Nevada City’s Club Crazy Horse would be closed forever. Never mind all the other bars in the world. There was nothing like the Crazy Horse. For many, it was a favorite stop … or destination … like a deliciously tempting trajectory to civil debauchery.
All things right and relevant When word got out that the new Crazy Horse Saloon & Grill would open in 2012, people perked up like a bucking bronc, waiting impatiently, thirsty for everything Crazy Horse. And when it opened in December of that year, the world was right again. Better even. After new owner Terra Saxton renovated the saloon, the Crazy Horse loped back to the front of most favorite bars – although it isn’t just a bar. “The Crazy Horse encompasses a number of identities all at once,” said Tyler Blue, music talent buyer, marketing director and doorman. “Including pub, restaurant, live music venue, sports bar and community powwow zone.”
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The large iron doors that close like shutters over the main doors up front haven’t changed, but with new blood at the helm, the Crazy Horse is host to a range of patrons. “One of the best things about the Crazy Horse is the diversity of the clientele and the way all types of people mingle together effortlessly,” said Blue. “The most memorable nights see old timers, global travelers and local hipsters all sharing the bond of exhilarating music and dance.” They have a lot of colorful characters who frequent the bar. “Jesse Larson is our number one regular who has attended practically every concert since we’ve been opened. He is in his 60s and still dances the whole time, only taking breaks to hug friends, make new ones and praise the staff,” said Blue. “Celebrity sightings include the Lopez brothers of the NBA who danced the night away while turning many heads with their 7-foot frames. And comedian Steve Hytner who played Kenny Bania on ‘Seinfeld’ was hanging out having a few drinks one afternoon awhile ago.”
A class of its own “There is a special energy which is very palpable,” said Blue. “It has a way of taking one back in time to the gold rush era while also feeling the hip pulse of the present. The commitment to bringing in high caliber
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live bands from all over the country is something that continues to wow our patrons. People often are in disbelief that they are able to see such incredible music in this intimate of a space. Our full, elevated menu is another thing that continues to bring people back.” The kitchen staff is led by Chef Carol Macarty put who prepares dishes with natural and organic ingredients. The most popular drinks at the Crazy Horse are the house margarita made with fresh juices, mojitos and Bloody Marys. “We also have a list of specialty cocktails,” said Blue. “We also offer housemade vodka infusions using fresh, seasonal fruit.”
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Rhythm and pulse “We feel like we’re in the heart of it all on Commercial Street,” said Blue. “The street serves as the main pedestrian thoroughfare in downtown Nevada City when it is closed off for the First Friday Art Walk, Summer Nights and Victorian Christmas events. It almost has a New Orleans Bourbon Street sort of vibe which feels very festive on a regular basis. “ The saloon also boasts a diversity of live music offerings. Patrons can see bands each weekend covering a wide range of styles. It’s the kind of scene typically reserved for big cities, said Blue. “It’s relaxed gold rush saloon meets Mediterranean lounge,” said Blue. “The latter stems from the bar’s striking lighting fixtures which have all been imported from Turkey.”
Landmark “Since reopening, it has warmed our hearts to see patrons experience a rush of nostalgia during their visits to the Crazy Horse,” said Blue. “Couples reflect on having their first date here several decades earlier or celebrating special events in their lives. Others reminisce about the quirky charm of days gone by and how the place is still in touch with that despite all the changes. It reminds us how important this landmark is for the community.” SEPTEMBER 2017
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NEVADA CLUB
Hanging on to tradition BY JULIE MILLER ▼ PHOTOS BY JAMIE HAZELTON The one thing about dive bars is their history. Not swayed by fancy trends or flashy guests, these establishments have hung onto tradition, dependability and low-lighting. Keeping it old-school is why the appeal of dives have drawn new customers and have retained the old. Since 1848, when the building was constructed, Nevada Club became a local speakeasy in the heart of Grass Valley. It even stayed open during Prohibition. The whole building, however, did not remain under the same management for long. Sometime in the first century of its operation, a quarter of it was lost in a poker game. Not until as recent as 2012, was that quarter finally reunited. For those 100-plus years, “the building in its entirety has never been owned by a single owner until Hardy Saffold (the current owner) and a local, Mark Christensen, was able to purchase that lost quarter back five years ago,” said Samantha Saffold who is the daughter of the owners and the manager of Nevada Club. Past guests have also left their mark, literally. Inside the bar, there are small divots made by minors who played heads-or-tails with coins and gunpowder. After putting gunpowder in the divot and a coin on top, they would place bets on which side the coin would land after being lit. And, like any good team or company, the bar has its own mascot. “We are unsure as to where our iconic moose head came from,” Samantha Saffold said, “but he does have a name given to him by our 92-year-old Miss. Shirley. That name is Clarence.” And, this is just a sampling of the treasures that await discovery at Nevada Club. “We have no plans on remodeling,” she said, “we are quite happy with the current character of our bar.” 20
The character isn’t just in the building. With those that frequent the bar, you may just find a close friend or two. “We have plenty of regulars, as is common in most dive bars,” Saffold said. “Most of our regulars stop by after getting off work to catch up on any daily gossip or to just shoot the breeze. I have known most of our regulars so long that they are more family than customers at the bar.” Drinks are priced from $3.50 to $9. The most popular is made with vodka, Blue Curaçao, Midori, and pineapple and orange juice and is said to go well with a game of pool. It has a slinky name: Sex on a pool table. “Our bartender Chai started making these some years back and they have always been popular ever since,” Saffold said. “It’s rather fitting as well because we are the only bar locally that has three pool tables available for customers.” The saloon hosts weekly pool tournaments on Wednesdays and free biscuits and gravy Sunday mornings. All in all, Nevada Club is rich in its history and its dive-ness. “We are the local watering hole, on any day of the week you will find locals sharing a cold one while reminiscing and catching up on the town’s events and gossip,” Saffold said. “From our old-fashioned jukebox to our mounted moose head, I would say we are most definitely a dive bar. A place in which you can, as our bar slogan says, ‘Come and have the ride of your life!’”
—— Make it a double: Bartender Hailey Kneidl mixes up her special, the Hailey’s Comet, a mix of pear vodka, midori, sprite and pineapple.
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10 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily 108 W. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 274-0947
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DEW DROP INN
Bringing the fun back to south county BY JULIE MILLER ▼ PHOTOS BY JAMIE HAZELTON “We’re trying to bring fun back to South County,” Lori Godfrey said, the owner of Dew Drop Inn, just outside Grass Valley. The local dive has been pouring drinks since the second World War, opening in 1942. The original bar was built in the 1800s, but it burned down. Inside, the Dew Drop Inn hasn’t changed much over the years. Its decor is old and rustic with wood paneling lining the walls. And, bottle caps form a type of mosaic art on the ceiling. “To me, I call the main area as ‘70s basement,” Godfrey said. The tavern’s customer base is growing as more and more frequent the bar. “Dive bars are hip right now,” Godfrey said. The Dew Drop touts the largest dance floor in Nevada County and one of the only places that serves liquor between Bell Road and downtown Grass Valley. This booze oasis is more of a whiskey and beer bar, Godfrey said. Nothing on tap, but a variety of bottled beer is available. Regulars at the bar, come in shifts. First shift are the construction workers, electricians, framers and the like. Late afternoon, the second shift files in, the South County farmers, Godfrey said, a hipster crowd. The third shift comes in around 9 p.m. and it can get bustling. As the new owner of the establishment, Godfrey has a old history with the saloon. Her family has been coming to Dew Drop Inn since the 1960s. Her grandmother was bartender in years past and Godfrey was a bartender 15 years ago at the inn, for just a year. It all started up again four and half months ago, Godfrey was working as a paramedic but she said
hated her job. However, the future was bright. After work one day, she went to the Dew Drop for a drink. On this day, the owner was showing the property to prospective buyers. When Godfrey heard the buyers were going to tear down the bar, she went home, told her husband and they bought the place and preserved it. “We want to keep the charm,” she said. The roadhouse is locally famous for its lemon drops and bloody Marys. The lemon drop is made with fresh juice and the bloody Mary recipe is from Godfrey’s grandmother. The drink has horseradish, Tabasco sauce, celery salt, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, vodka and Grandma’s essential: Campbell’s tomato juice. Or for a more south-of-the-border flavor, order a bloody Maria, where tequila is substituted for vodka. This formula at one time was replaced with pre-made mix but thankfully it was reinstituted when Godfrey became owner. To add to the appeal, Dew Drop Inn has live music on Friday and Saturday nights, open mic nights on Mondays and karaoke during the week. Throughout football season, trips to Vegas will be given away. Winners will be announced at the end of the game and have to be present. While food is not served yet, after a few county inspections, Godfrey hopes to offer a menu of barbecue fare. Dew Drop Inn sits on four acres off Highway 49. On the one acre for guests, there are horse shoes and corn hole games, and a patio to take in the outdoors with a cool margarita.
DEW DROP INN
1 p.m. to closing daily 19729 Cerrito Road, Grass Valley (530) 268-1065
Up until about the 1980s, you could enjoy that drink next to an Olympicsized pool, but since has been replaced with grass. “The rumor is Johnny Weismuller, the first Tarzan, came here to swim and train while in California,” Godfrey said. Although she hasn’t been able to verify that report — yet. SEPTEMBER 2017
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Volunteer firefighter loves her job MORE PEOPLE NEEDED BY AURORA SAIN ▼ COURTESY PHOTOS
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n California there is a shortage of volunteer firefighters, but one woman is doing her part to change that. Janette Tam, 36, signed up for the academy last year and officially received her badge on May 31 this year. After racing cars for many years she wanted to find a new place to go. She volunteers for Station 73 in Lincoln. “I wanted to help my community and I wanted to find a family to do stuff with,” said Tam. Tam’s husband is also a firefighter. Tam works for Strictly Toy-anda’s in Auburn five days a week. She would go to her training on Thursday nights or on the weekends, to accommodate her work schedule. “It’s cool because it’s an academy that people who work can still do,” said Tam. She works during the day and then will volunteer at the station at night or on the weekends. “I volunteer when I can,” she said. She said one of the best parts about being a volunteer is that you can schedule the times you work and you fit it in where you can. “It is interesting,” said Tam. She also has access to various classes such as Hazmat, confined spaces or other relevant classes.
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To fight a fire takes a lot of people and equipment. Tam remembers the 950 acre fire she helped fight near Beale Air Force Base. “It takes a lot of firefighters to be able to do something,” she said. During that fire she worked on the water tender, making sure everyone had enough water to put the fire out. “We do everything the firefighters do,” said Tam. What sets volunteer firefighters apart is that they are doing the same job but they won’t be getting paid for it. This year, Tam won “Rookie of the Year” out of the entire Batallian 17, something that Tam was super proud of.
“We are always trying to hold the bar higher,” she said. She also said that when people have to dial 911, it is their worst day so she likes being able to help them when they need it. “You can make their worst day a little better,” said Tam. Joining the volunteer fire department is worth it, said Tam and the only requirement is living near the district you want to volunteer in. “It’s crazy because you never go on two calls that are the same,” she said. The academy doesn’t cost money to join, only time. For more information visit your local station or placer.ca.gov for a list of volunteer stations.
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trailers to fifth wheels to a rather large selection of class B, C, and A motor homes. “Camping World RV sales have established itself as one of the premier destinations for everything RV related,” stated General Manager Brian Cutts. “While this location provides a great selection of RVs, it also has one of the largest service centers, collision and body shops exclusively for RVs.” “There’s more to Camping World than just parts,” Cutts added. Since 1966 Camping World has provided parts, services, supplies and RVs to all who have a love of travel. It presents the opportunity to connect with nature and link adventure with journey.
In the past the majority of the clientele were retired individuals who had the time to appreciate the mobility an RV would bring. However, that has changed. RV living and camping can be for anyone and has grown in popularity with families of all sizes, especially those with young children. “We sell a lot of RVs with bunk beds,” Cutts said. “It speaks a lot to who our clientele is.”
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A GUIDE TO THE WORLD OF RVS Tent trailer A tent trailer is a trailer with a folding canvas or other fabric shelter that is towed by an automobile. It is perfect for simple outdoor camping.
Teardrop The teardrop gets its name from its shape. It is lightweight and incredibly compact. They fit one or two adults comfortably. These fun campers have become increasingly popular since the late 1990s.
Travel trailer
“People assume our customers are all retired folks, But young families are our main clientele” said Sales Manager Andrew Weston. The more than 12-acre lot has a little bit of everything to meet any specific criteria. Camping World has a selection of toy haulers for those who like to ride. With spring and summer right around the corner, the popularity of RV sales is peaking and Camping World is looking at their busiest year to date. It has one of the largest varieties of RVs some of which include high-end brands such as Solstice & Keystone Brands as well as Mallard & Coleman trailers that are exclusive to Camping World. With more than 100 locations across the nation and more in the process of development, Camping World is designed to make your RV experience effortless and enjoyable. Camping World is equipped with a knowledgeable staff and special perks. It is a one-stop-shop, open daily. “It’s become so affordable for camping,” Sales Manager Harvey Baser said.
Good Sam Club has also partnered with Camping World. Good Sam Elite Memberships come with every RV purchase, completing the camper’s package. There are two locations within seven miles of one another. Camping World in Roseville also has a sister store in Rocklin that specializes in RV parts and services. “This Thank you note is long overdue! I purchased the 2017 Mallard Travel Trailer at a phenomenal price her name is now ‘Reconciliation.’ I have taken her out over a dozen times since purchasing and the quality of this trailer compared to what I looked at for way more money is night and day. Your attitude, your staff and your company were awesome to work with. I felt like royalty walking into Camping World. It was refreshing to work with someone as positive and knowledgeable as you? Life is Good,” wrote satisfied customer, Mike Busch.
Also commonly known as “conventional trailers.” Travel trailers are designed as a tow-with-you place to rest your head. They provide more protection and comfort than a tent and are far more comfortable. No need to stop at a hotel when you’re carrying a room with you.
Toy hauler Basically a toy hauler is a travel trailer, fifth wheel or motorhome with a large opening in the rear to store cargo such as ATVs, bikes and motorcycles. It’s the ultimate adventurer.
Fifth wheel A fifth wheel can easily be described as a towable camper. They get their name from the design and how it hooks up to the chosen towing vehicle. They have a gooseneck hitch which allows hauling heavy loads. Because they are bigger in size, the towing vehicles demand a little more. However, they offer much more luxury due to their large size.
Class B Commonly known as the camper van, this RV has it all including living space, bedroom, bathroom and more even though the space is much more compact. Most do not have slide-outs. Though the space may be limited, Class Bs are the easiest to drive, park, and have excellent fuel efficiency.
Class A This distinction of motorhome is often built on a commercial bus, truck or motor vehicle chassis using heavy duty frame. The 18-wheeled structure is designed to hold its substantial weight. Class A usually has a minimum of two slide-outs. This style of RV is designed for quality, space, and luxury.
Class C The Class C is the perfect blend of Class B and Class A. These are easily spotted by an overcab sleeping quarters. This feature leaves room for more living area and can fit quite a few people comfortably. It also has the ability to tow a car behind it for added exploration.
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Landscaping is always an important part of the Auburn Shows. Free flower bulbs are given away to the first 500 attendees. Greenhouses, outdoor sheds, sunrooms and more custom garden displays will be featured. The show is large so plan on spending your day here. Stop by the International Food Court for lunch. Favorites include fajitas, quesadillas, barbecue tri-tip or pulled-pork sandwiches, Caesar salad, funnel cakes. hamburgers and corndogs. Relax and have your favorite beer, wine or cocktail while you rest up for more booth visiting. Thoughts of the holiday season begin this time of year. Whether its gift or gourmet items or dressing up your home for holiday entertaining, there is something for everyone.
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Seventh annual American Graffiti Car Show STORY AND PHOTOS BY NOELLE KONRAD
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he annual American Graffiti Car Show is soon to roll into Auburn. The event is hosted at Mels Diner and has been rescheduled to Sept. 23. The prior June date was canceled due to high temperatures and a smog alert. “The date may actually in the long-run work in our favor,” owner of Mels Diner, Tony Metteer said. “This is one of the big events for this side of town, the North side of town. It’s all about raising money for the charities.” The charities that benefit from the proceeds are Auburn Senior Center, The American Cancer Society, Special Townsmen and Roamin Angels Club Charity funds. Over the past years, the fundraising show has brought in more than $30,000. The rather large event expects a slightly bigger turn out than last year, totaling anywhere from 150 to 200 cars with around 400-plus people in attendance. “The parking lot is pretty much full,” Metteer said. Even Metteer has a car he brings out. His 1930 Ford Coupe was purchased right as he and his wife were opening the diner seven years ago. At first he was searching for a delivery van, but when he came across the Ford, the offer was too perfect to pass up. “It looks almost exactly like the one in ‘American Graffiti,’” Metteer said. The rain-or-shine car show will bring in a variety of cars from the late ‘20s and early ‘30s deuce coupes to the tri-power ‘50s and ‘60s Chevys, Metteer said. “We get a good range. Most of the cars are pre-1976. So they are classics, so to speak,” he said. There are more than 30 awards given and a raffle with donated worth-while prizes such as a car stereo, barbecue, televisions and more. The event is sponsored by nearby business: Les Schwab Tires, Auburn Body Shop, A.L. Harvey Law, Auburn Autohaus, Lyon Real Estate, Riebes Auto Parts, Auburn Dodge and Toyota, Cruiser’s Car Wash, Community 1st Bank, Cruisin’ Garage (KAHI) and Mels Diner. “Those are the local people who make it happen,” Metteer said. Live entertainment brings another level of fun to the day with many impersonators including Johnny Cash, Dean Martin, Patsy Cline and Marilyn Monroe. Some attendees in the past have taken the opportunity to dress up as other
—— Camaraderie: The car show is open to vehicles 1976 and older with a limit of 200 total. Below, 1929 Ford Model A roadster in white with mint tinted flames is owned by car show regular, Townsmen and committee member, Jimmy Hadley.
SEVENTH ANNUAL AMERICAN GRAFFITI CAR SHOW Sept. 23 Mels Diner in the Auburn Plaza, 1730 Grass Valley Highway, Auburn Registration: 7-10 a.m. $30 the day of; advanced registration: $25 facebook.com/melsdinerauburn fun icons such as Toad from “American Graffiti,” Wolfman Jack and Elvis. The diner will be open for sit down, however, drivers can also place orders from cars in a true ‘50s fashion. “We have four young ladies who dress up as car hops and go around taking the orders,” Metteer said. Member of the Townsmen, Jimmy Hadley said his favorite part of the show is everybody being in one place and the camaraderie with the other car guys. “The emphasis is a bunch of people having fun, doing something which for most of us is a passion, but the whole focus is to raise money for the charities,” Metteer said. “That’s what we do it for.” SEPTEMBER 2017
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Llamas and Pajamas are back
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here was a time when Josh Hanosh was a meat eater. The double-baconcheeseburgers-from-McDonald’s kind of meat eater. The I’ll-never-be-a-vegetarian kind of meat eater. That was five years ago. Today, Josh is a vegan who would rather save animals than eat them. It is a message that Josh and his wife, Danielle, want to spread to the community in a fun, family-oriented way. And they’re doing it right from their five-acre home in Colfax. They call it Blackberry Creek Farm Animal Sanctuary, and they’re sharing it with 76 different animals, including pigs, chickens, llamas and goats. They want to share it with you, too. “We started the sanctuary to appeal to families,” Josh said. “We try to have as many family friendly events as we can.” And on Saturday, Oct. 7, Blackberry Creek Farm will be hosting one of their most popular events of the year: Llamas and Pajamas. From 3:30 to 8:30 p.m., families will enjoy a self-guided sanctuary tour, animal meet and greets, and an outdoor big-screen showing of “Charlotte’s Web.” There will also be vegan blackberry gelato from Conscious Creamery made with the farm’s very own wild blackberries. Additionally, attendees will get a seat at the debut reading of “What are Llamas For?,” the illustrated children’s book written by Danielle Hanosh.
“We wanted to have a fun event while the weather was nice where kids could come with their parents and hang out with animals and watch a movie outside,” Josh said. “Not a lot of people do that and it’s a fun experience.” It is an experience that sells out quick. “Last year we had to turn people away,” Josh said. “This year we’re opening it up to 100 people.” Those 100 people can rest assured that the price of admission goes to the stars of the show: The animals themselves. “There are no paid staff here,” Josh said, referencing the nonprofit, volunteers-only status of the farm. “My wife and I don’t make any money from the sanctuary.” Instead, they care for the animals in the morning and evening, and go to Springview Middle School in Rocklin during the day, where Josh teaches math and computer science and Danielle teaches English. “Neither of us grew up on a farm,” Josh said, who had lived with his wife in Citrus Heights back in his meat-eating days. “We have learned so much and we’re never going back. Once you live in the country, you don’t want to go back.” For a taste of the country life (and vegan blackberry gelato), be sure to attend Llamas and Pajamas, or contact Josh and Danielle for a tour or private event.
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OM IGNEY AND LAMBEAU Fiery, electrifying violinist/ composer Tom Rigney returns to the State Theatre! Rigney joins forces with some of the finest musicians on the San Francisco roots music scene to form Tom Rigney and Flambeau! Specializing in blazing Cajun and zydeco two-steps, low-down blues, funky New Orleans grooves, Boogie Woogie piano, and heatbreakingly beautiful ballads and waltzes - they generate enough heat and energy to ignite a dance floor and lift an audience to its feet!!
September 23, 2017 • 7:30 PM-10:00PM • $28.00
JMulti OHN HAMMOND-BLUES HALL OF FAME! Award winning Bluesman John Hammond stands as one of the
world’s premier acoustic blues artists. A Blues Hall Of Fame inductee with 33 + albums to date, he is one of a handful of artists who can say they have been steadily working and recording for 50 + years. A Grammy award winner, John is also an 8 time Grammy nominee. With 22 Blues Music Award nominations and 10 wins, most recently for Acoustic Artist Of The Year and Album Of The Year for 2014, John is one of the most awarded artists in the genre. War shaped their lives in different ways.
September 24, 2017 • 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM • $38.00
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HELBY YNNE LLISON OORER Critically acclaimed artists and sisters Shelby Lynne & Allison Moorer include the State Theatre on a national tour. Raised in rural Alabama, Shelby Lynne & Allison Moorer sang together from the time they could speak. Though their career paths have gone in separate directions, music has been the only language they needed to communicate and connect with each other. This is the first time that Shelby Lynne & Allison Moorer have collaborated on an album; Not Dark Yet is an extraordinary debut of their transcendent musical bond.
PETER JAFFE
Music Director & Conductor
Halloween Spooktacular Auburn Goes Pops!
Saturday, October 28, 2017, 7:30pm Sunday, October 29, 2017, 3:00pm Placer High School Theatre
Dressing up in costume is not required--but certainly welcome! Musical treats include favorites such as Night on Bald Mountain and Danse macabre, plus selections from Harry Potter, Ghostbusters, Psycho, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and much more. This event is an Auburn first--not to be missed!
October 7, 2017 • 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM • $44.00
Auburn Symphony
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Peter Jaffe
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For Tickets: auburnsymphony.com or call us
20+ OBSTACLES Mud Pit Trail Running + Walls, Ladders Pond Crossing Over Under Creek Crossing Rat Maze + more!
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LIVE THEATER AND MUSIC CENTER FOR THE ARTS
314 West Main Street, Grass Valley Tickets and information: (530) 274-8384, thecenterforthearts.org 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8 In Conversation with Alice Waters Alice Waters is a chef, author, food activist, and the founder and owner of Chez Panisse Restaurant in Berkeley, California. She has been a champion of local sustainable agriculture for over four decades. In 1995 she founded the Edible Schoolyard Project, which advocates for a free school lunch for all children and a sustainable food curriculum in every public school. She has been Vice President of Slow Food International since 2002. TICKETS: $52 for the general public, $47 for
members and $67 for premium seats
8 p.m. Sept. 15 42nd Annual San Francisco Comedy Competition Performing at The Center will be ten finalists in this year’s comedy competition, having survived an elimination process that started with hundreds of applicants. Each will offer up their very best 12 to 15 minute set. The night’s winner in the eyes of a prestigious panel of local judges will be announced at the conclusion of the show. TICKETS: $27 for the public and $24 for
members
8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16 John Scofield and Jon Cleary 2016 was a great year for the recordings of these two artists. Jon Cleary won a Grammy for Best Regional Roots Music Album for Go Go Juice and John Scofield Best Jazz Instrumental Album for Past Present with Scofield following up in 2017 winning two additional Grammys — Best Jazz Instrumental Album for Country For Old Men and Best Jazz Instrumental Solo for I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry. Aside from being one of the principal innovators of modern jazz guitar, John Scofield is a creative artist of an even rarer sort: a stylistic chameleon who has forged a consistent, rock-solid aesthetic identity. Jon Cleary is known for his salty-sweet voice, masterful piano skills, and a knack for coupling infectious grooves with melodic hooks and sharp lyrics. TICKETS: $42 for the public, $37 for members
7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21 National Acrobats and Martial Artists of the People’s Republic of China The Martial Artists and Acrobats of Tianjin, People’s Republic of China was established in 1957 as a combination of the former China Circus & Acrobats that was founded in 1948. It is one of the best acrobatic troupes in China with over one hundred acrobatic, magical and martial arts performers. With novelty and superior techniques, the acrobatic troupe is favored by the audiences all over the world. TICKETS: $37 for the public, $32 for members and $17 for ages 18 and under
Simrit, Courtesy Photo
SIERRA STAGES
Tickets and information: (530) 346-3210, sierrastages.org
7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22 Simrit: Live in Concert
7:30-9 p.m. Sept. 13 Talley’s Folly
Her sound is hailed worldwide as haunting, hypnotic, healing and majestic, and it has topped World Music Charts including iTunes at number one. She is a renaissance woman who is known for her revolutionary innovation in chant and world music and her undeniable ability to transmit a potent level of humanity, healing, and pure love through her sound and music.
The scene is the ornate, deserted Victorian boathouse on the Talley place in Lebanon, Missouri; the time 1944. Matt Friedman, an accountant from St. Louis, has arrived to plead his love to Sally Talley, the susceptible, but uncertain daughter of the family. Bookish, erudite, totally honest and delightfully funny, Matt refuses to accept Sally’s rebuffs and her fears that her family would never approve of their marriage. Charming and indomitable, he gradually overcomes her defenses, telling his innermost secrets to his loved one and, in return, learning hers as well. Gradually he awakens Sally to the possibilities of a life together until, in the final, touching moments of the play, it is clear that they are two kindred spirits who have truly found each other—two “lame ducks” who, in their union, will find a wholeness rare in human relationships.
TICKETS: $20 general admission and $35 for premium seating
8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23 Perla Batalla in the House of Cohen Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Perla Batalla consistently earns critical acclaim for her unique voice and culture-merging compositions. Formerly a Leonard Cohen band member, the Los Angeles born vocalist launched her solo career with Cohen’s encouragement. TICKETS: $42 for the general public and $37
members
8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6 A Community Reading of Eve Ensler’s The Vagina Monologues to benefit victims of violence Community Beyond Violence (formerly DVSAC) is proud to be working with Center for the Arts to put on a special production of Eve Ensler’s award-winning play, “The Vagina Monologues” to raise money and awareness to benefit victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Western Nevada County. TICKETS: $27
WHERE: Miners Foundry, 325
Spring Street, Nevada City
TICKETS: $10
QUEST THEATER WORKS
Tickets and information: (530)-366-5888, questtheaterworks.com Sept. 8-24 Dragon Scrolls A brand new, world premiere British farce from local Colfax playwright Emmeline Tober is on tap for the Center for the Arts’ Off Center Stage in September. Dragon Lords skewers aficionados of games like Dungeons and Dragons with a cast of crazies just a little too enamored with Game of Thrones. You’ll see elaborately costumed, middle-aged, adult characters, fully committed to the fictional live action role play adventure game Dragon Lords, hilariously played out in a modern day living room. This show is chock full of zany characters and features multiple dueling foreign accents with twists and turns you won’t see coming. Ewing says, “This piece is extraordinarily funny while examining personal relationships. We are blessed to be the first to produce it.” WHERE: Off Center Stage, 315 Richardson St., Grass Valley SEPTEMBER 2017
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LIVE THEATER AND MUSIC
NEVADA COUNTY CONCERT BAND Tom Rigney, Courtesy Photo
AUBURN PLACER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 985 Lincoln Way, Auburn. Tickets and information: (530) 885-0156, livefromauburn.com 7:30-10 p.m. Sept. 23 Tom Rigney and Flambeau Fiery, electrifying violinist/composer Tom Rigney returns to the State Theatre! Rigney joins forces with some of the finest musicians on the San Francisco roots music scene to form Tom Rigney and Flambeau! Specializing in blazing Cajun and zydeco two-steps, low-down blues, funky New Orleans grooves, Boogie Woogie piano, and heartbreakingly beautiful ballads and waltzes - they generate enough heat and energy to ignite a dance floor and lift an audience to its feet. TICKETS: $24
7:30-9:30 p.m. Sept. 24 John Hammond: Blues Hall of Fame Multi Award winning blues man John Hammond stands as one of the world’s premier acoustic blues artists. A Blues Hall Of Fame inductee with more than 33 albums to date, he is one of a handful of artists who can say they have been steadily working and recording for over 50 years. A Grammy award winner, John is also an eight time Grammy nominee. With 22 Blues Music Award nominations and 10 wins, most recently for Acoustic Artist Of The Year and Album Of The Year for 2014, John is one of the most awarded artists in the genre. TICKETS: $36 in advance, $38 day of show
OFF BROADSTREET
305 Commercial St., Nevada City Tickets and information: (530) 265-8686, offbroadstreet.com
P.O. Box 1444, Nevada City Tickets and information: (530) 272-6228, nccb.org 5-6:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10 Picnic Pops Concert #4
The musical theme for the 2017 Invitational concert is part 4 in our “Summers of Love” series. The September concert is sub-themed “Sunday Night Live.” This year features the woodwinds, brass, percussion, and jazz ensemble as individual sections of the band. WHERE: Alta Sierra Country Club, 11897 Tammy Way, Grass Valley
MINERS FOUNDRY
325 Spring Street, Nevada City Tickets and information: minersfoundry.org 8-11 p.m. Sept. 14 The Wailers The Wailers put reggae on the map. More so than any other set of musicians on the planet, The Wailers brought reggae to the attention of the world outside of Jamaica. Through the concerted musical support they supplied during the 1970s, The Wailers helped elevate Bob Marley to the status of the first Third World Superstar, and in the process, brought the reggae of their native Jamaica to audiences on every continent. TICKETS: $30-$35
8-10 p.m. Oct. 3 Conor Oberst
A new musical comedy revue by John Driscoll. Jed Dixon and Micah Cone return for the further adventures of those wacky Anderson brothers from Minneota Minnesota now embarking on a new mission to provide entertainment for another group celebration. More Mid-West humor and awesome music.
Conor Oberst joined his first band at the age of 13 and has been releasing music since 1993. In the fall of 2015, Oberst returned to his hometown of Omaha, Nebraska somewhat unexpectedly due to serious health issues. Making and playing music has always been a healing balm for the sometimes troubled musician. While Oberst wrote and initially recorded the songs created during this time, he intended to ultimately record them with a full band. In the midst of putting together the band the passionate responses about the first solo recordings encouraged him to release the songs as is, in their sparse, original form, resulting in 2016’s Ruminations.
TICKETS: $24-27
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8:15 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays Sept. 15 through Oct. 21 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24 Anniversary/Retirement Party with Klaus and Barry
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MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS
Tickets and information: (530) 265-6124, musicinthemountains.org 5-9 p.m. Thursday Sept. 21 A Taste of Spain A six course tapas and wine pairing dinner prepared by Chef Antonio with wines, sherry and port all matched perfectly to enhance your dining experience and enjoy the Latin sounds of the Ivan Najera Band. WHERE: The Foothills Event Center, 400 Idaho Maryland Road, Grass Valley TICKETS: $125
AUBURN SYMPHONY Tickets and information: (530) 823-6683, auburnsymphony.com
7-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9 Symphony In The Park: Park It Right Here! Peter Jaffe, conductor. Cameo guest-conducting appearance by Elliot Anders. The program includes Sibelius’s Finlandia, music from Phantom of the Opera, Jurassic Park, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and more. Bring a picnic and chairs or a blanket and settle in with family and friends for another wonderful evening of music in the park. WHERE: Auburn School Park Preserve, 55 College Way, in Auburn TICKETS: Free
Yerma, Courtesy Photo
SIERRA THEATERS
Tickets and information: sierratheaters.com 6:30 p.m. Sept. 21 and 3:30 p.m. Sept. 27 National Theater Live: Yerma The incredible Billie Piper returns in her award-winning role. A young woman is driven to the unthinkable by her desperate desire to have a child in Simon Stone’s radical production of Lorca’s achingly powerful masterpiece. The unmissable theatre phenomenon sold out at the Young Vic and critics call it ‘an extraordinary theatrical triumph’ and ‘stunning, searing, unmissable.’ Billie Piper’s lead performance is described as ‘spellbinding’ , ‘astonishing’ and ‘devastatingly powerful.’ Set in contemporary London, Piper’s portrayal of a woman in her thirties desperate to conceive builds with elemental force to a staggering, shocking, climax. Please note that this broadcast does not have an interval. WHERE: Sierra Cinemas, 840-C East Main Street, Grass Valley TICKETS: $18 for adults, $15 for seniors, students and children 12 and under
9:55 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 The Metropolitan Opera: Norma “Ponselle, Milanov, Sutherland, Callas … after last night, Radvanovsky can add her name to the list,” declared the Huffington Post when Sondra Radvanovsky made her Met role debut as Norma in 2013. The 2017–18 season opens with a new production of Bellini’s masterpiece, starring Radvanovsky as the Druid priestess and Joyce DiDonato as her arch-rival, Adalgisa — a casting coup for bel canto fans. Tenor Joseph Calleja is Pollione, Norma’s unfaithful lover, and Carlo Rizzi conducts. Sir David McVicar’s evocative production sets the action deep in a Druid forest where nature and ancient ritual rule. Broadcast live from Lincoln Center in New York City. WHERE: Del Oro Theatre, 165 Mill Street, Grass Valley TICKETS: $22 for adults, $20 for seniors, $18 for students and children under 12 SEPTEMBER AUGUST 2017
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FOOTHILL CALENDAR OF EVENTS
NEVADA CITY SIDEWALK SALE: Nevada City
Constitution Day Parade features more than 100 entries and begins at 2 p.m. in Historic Downtown Nevada City. For more information, call 530-265-2692 or visit nevadacityfchamber.com
FARM POTLUCK: Bierwagen’s Donner Trail
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24TH ANNUAL BARBARA SCHMIDT MILLAR CELEBRATION OF LIFE TRIATHLON: Pre-
event bike, swim, injury prevention and first timers’ clinics and training sessions are offered. Scotts Flat Lake in Nevada City For more information call 530-273-6876 or visit bsmtri.org
SEPTEMBER 9
26TH ANNUAL GOLD COUNTRY DUCK RACE
on Deer Creek in Downtown Nevada City. The winning ticket will match the number of the racing duck that will emerge from a field of several thousand toy ducks. Carnival begins at 1 p.m., racing begins at 2:30 p.m. For more information visit 49errotary.org
premier Draft Horse show in the western United States. The Classic spotlights a variety of horses, teams, and performances; featuring everything from farm wagons, carriages, and driving competitions to dancing horses and racing mules. See a draft horse up close. Sept. 21-24 at the Nevada County Fairgrounds, 11228 McCourtney Road, in Grass Valley. Tickets are $85 for the whole event. Individual performance tickets are $12-$19. Children’s tickets are $10-$13. Parking is $6 daily or $15 for the whole event. For more information visit nevadacountyfair.com
Full American Kennel Club Dog Show with over 40 vendors and food and dog lover items. At the Nevada County Fairgrounds, 11228 McCourtney Road, in Grass Valley. Admission is free. Parking is $5. For more information, call 530-265-2787 or visit goldcountrykc.com Fruit, located in Chicago Park, is a unique family farm in operation since 1902. As a leader in mountain grown fruit, they grow pears, peaches, apples, as well as gardentype fruits and vegetables. Come at 5:30 for a tour of the farm with the Bierwagen family with a potluck dinner at 6pm. Bring utensils, a plate and cup a bountiful dish to share, a blanket or chair to sit on and a healthy appetite. Free event and no RSVP needed. 5:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7 at Bierwagen’s Donner Trail Fruit, 17437 Lower Colfax Road, in Grass Valley. For more information call 530-265-2343 or visit sierraharvesk.org
KVMR CELTIC FESTIVAL & MARKETPLACE:
Music, dance, workshops, storytelling, marketplace and a children’s area. Sponsored by KVMR Community Radio. 3-10 p.m Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sept. 30 and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 1 at the Nevada County Fairgrounds, 11228 McCourtney Road, in Grass Valley. For more information, call 530265-9073 or visit kvmrcelticfestival.org BIERWAGEN’S PUMPKIN PATCH AND HARVEST FESTIVAL: Farm features food,
EARTH’S TREASURES GEM AND MINERAL SHOW: See displays of gem and mineral
CRUISING’ IN THE PINES CAR SHOW:
Roamin’ Angels 18th Annual Car Show is a fabulous display of vintage cars. From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9 and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10 at the Nevada County Fairgrounds, 11228 McCourtney Road, in Grass Valley. Tickets are $5. Active military and children under 12 are free. Parking is $5. For more information, call Ron Cherry at 530-432-8449 or visit roaminangelsinc.com
in its 8th year of production, specializing in pasture-raised, heritage breed pigs, and beautiful fresh flowers. Flowers and pork will be for sale during the potluck. See pastureraised pigs and tour the flower fields. A Kid friendly event. Bring utensils, a plate and cup, a dish to share, a blanket to sit on, and a health appetite. From 5-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21 at Dinner Bell Farm, 14119 Judy Lane, in Grass Valley. Free event and no RSVP needed. For more information call 530-2652343 or visit sierraharvest.org. 31ST ANNUAL DRAFT HORSE CLASSIC AND HARVEST FAIR: this event has become the
SEPTEMBER 29
CONSTITUTION DAY PARADE: The
GOLD COUNTRY KENNEL CLUB DOG SHOW:
FARM POTLUCK: The Dinner Bell Farm is
OCTOBER 1
REVOLUTIONARY WAR LIVING HISTORY:
SEPTEMBER 2
CONSTITUTION DAY CELEBRATION:
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday Sept. 9 and 10 a.m. to noon Sunday Sept. 10. Reenactment of Revolutionary war soldiers, music, flag raising and signing of the US constitution at Pioneer Park, 421 Nimrod Street, in Nevada City. For more information visit nevadacityfchamber.com
SEPTEMBER 10
COTTAGE LIVING HISTORY: Volunteers dressed in 1905 period costumes entertain park visitors at the Bourne Cottage, 12-2 p.m. Saturdays Sundays at the Empire Mine State Historic Park, 10791 East Empire Street, in Grass Valley. Guided programs are about 45 minutes to an hour. For more information, call 530-273-8522, or visit empiremine.org
businesses and organizations take part in a town wide sidewalk sale. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9 The Nevada County Concert Band will perform on North Pine Street 4:30-6:30 p.m. Saturday Sept. 9. Famous Marching Presidents and First Ladies of Nevada City will walk down Pine Street at 5 p.m. For more information, call 530-265-2692 or visit nevadacityfchamber.com
grass-fed meats, plant starts, eggs, olive oil, honey, nursery stock, cheese and handcrafted breads produced by local growers. From 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays April through November at the Historic North Star House, 12075 Auburn Road, in Grass Valley. For more information, visit thegrowersmarket.com
SEPTEMBER 21
ANNUAL NEVADA CITY FILM FESTIVAL:
Enjoy world-class independent films and meet filmmakers from across the globe, Sept. 8-15, in Historic Downtown Nevada City. For more information, visit nevadacityfilmfestival.com
NEVADA COUNTY CERTIFIED GROWERS’ MARKET: A showcase of fruits, vegetables,
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out the beauty, friendship and produce at the market 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays June though November in Downtown Nevada City
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farm animals, fall decorations, produce and a children’s play area. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday Oct. 1-31 at 17437 Lower Colfax Road in Grass Valley. For more information, call 530-477-5992 or visit bierwagensfarm.com
collections, visit vendor booths, bid at the silent auction. Sponsored by the Nevada County Gem and Mineral Society. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 7-8 at the Nevada County Fairgrounds, 11228 McCourtney Road, in Grass Valley. For more information, call 530305-9212 or visit cgms.org
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WEDNESDAYS WEDNESDAYS See Grass Valley Sept. 29 listing
FLEA MARKET from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. the third Saturday of each month at the Sierra Vista Community Center, 55 School Street in Colfax. For more information, call 530-3468726.
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KVMR CELTIC FESTIVAL
FARMERS’ MARKET from 4-7 p.m.
COLFAX ART WALK: The Colfax Art
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LLAMAS AND PAJAMAS: The third annual family event is a fun filled evening including a self guided sanctuary tour, animal meet and greets, a seat at the debut reading of the founder’s new book “What are Llamas For?”, a delicious vegan gelato from Conscious Creamery, popcorn and a spot at the outdoor showing of the live actions film, “Charlotte’s Web.” 3:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at Blackberry Creek Farm Animal Sanctuary, 1170 Pinecroft Road, in Colfax. For more information, call 530-774-3027 or visit blackberrycreek.org
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49TH ANNUAL WHITE ELEPHANT RUMMAGE SALE: Great finds and deals. Toys, clothes,
tools, gardening, collectibles, holiday decorations, linens ‘and more. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday Sept. 2 and Sunday Sept. 3 at the Dutch Flat Community Center, 933 Stockton Street, in Dutch Flat. For more information, call 530-389-8310 or visit dutchflatcc.org ODD FELLOWS PANCAKE BREAKFAST: 8-11 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 3 at the Odd Fellows Lodge, 32775 Main Street, in Dutch flat.
share. 6 p.m. every third Thursday September through June at the Dutch Flat Community Center, 933 Stockton St., in Dutch Flat.
AUTUMN SHINDIG: An annual harvest
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ALTA
FRIDAYS
festival to benefit the North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center. A fun and entertaining family event with music, games, cotton candy, stew with donations from local farmers, face painting, craft vendors, dunk tank, sack races, tug-of-war and more. From 11:30 a.m. until dusk at the North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center, 17894 Tyler Foote Road, in Nevada City. For more information, call 530-265-2826 or visit northcolumbiaschoolhouse.org
ALTA ATTIC THRIFT STORE run by the Ladies Auxiliary: The Attic recycles clothing, toys, books and household goods. All proceeds go directly to the firefighters to supplement training, equipment and other needs of the Alta Fire Department. Open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the first, third, and fourth Thursdays and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the second Saturdays. For more information, call (530) 389-2676. BINGO: Proceeds benefit the Alta Volunteer
Fire Department. 7 p.m. every first Friday at the Alta Community Center, 33950 Alta Bonny-Nook Rd., in Alta. For more information, call (530) 389-2676.
PENN VALLEY THURSDAYS
DUTCH FLAT COMMUNITY CENTER POTLUCK: Bring a place setting and a dish to
Walk came into being to promote Colfax businesses and Sierra Foothills artists to the larger Foothills community. The art walk is 4-8 p.m. the third Friday of the months of June through September at Main Street between Church Street and School Street in Historic Downtown Colfax. For more information, call 530-320-0433 or visit placerarts.org
PENN VALLEY FARMERS’ MARKET is a
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Meet the artists, view their work, plan your tour, buy art and preview upcoming shows. Form 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 7-8 and 14-15 in western Nevada County. An artist reception will be 6-9 p.m. Thursday Oct. 5 at Center for the Arts, 314 West Main Street, in Grass Valley. For more information, call 530-2748384 or visit thecenterforthearts.org
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With over 80 miles of rivers, creeks and shoreline to cover in just one day, help keep the local rivers trash free. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at locations all over the Yuba Watershed. For more information, call 530-265-5961 or visit yubariver.org
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FALL COLORS OPEN STUDIOS ART TOUR:
OCTOBER 8
20TH ANNUAL YUBA RIVER CLEANUP:
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NEVADA COUNTY
Wednesdays at the Sierra Vista Community Center, 55 School Street, in Colfax. For more information, call 530-346-872.
WELCOME HOME VETS ANNUAL BIKE RUN: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bike Run, lunch and
certified Nevada County Growers’ Market. Produce, plant starts, fresh flowers, olive oil, baked goods, baking mixes, truffles, spice blends, nuts, dried fruits, granola and more for sale. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays through Nov. 16 at Western Gateway Park, 18560 Penn Valley Drive, in Penn Valley. For more information call 530-265-5551 or visit thegrowersmarket.com
silent auction/raffle helps fund programs for veterans and families readjusting due to psychological trauma at Wester Gateway Park, 18560 Penn Valley Drive, in Penn Valley For more information call 530-272-3300
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FOOTHILL CALENDAR OF EVENTS WEDNESDAYS
AUBURN WEEKLY CLASSIC CAR CRUISE NIGHT from
4-7 p.m. Wednesdays at Mel’s Diner, 1730 Grass Valley Highway in Auburn. All pre1976 Classic Cars and Special edition cars welcome. Bring your classic car and get 20 percent off meal inside Mel’s.
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WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY NIGHTS: A free event. Bring a blanket or a chair. Free popcorn is served. The movie begins around 8:45 p.m. Wednesdays. A movie is shown at a different outdoor Auburn location each week. For more information, call 530-885-8461 or visit auburnrec.com CROOKED LANE BREWING presents Comedy
at 8 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at 536 Grass Valley Highway in Auburn. Cover is $10. Event features regional and national headliners from Comedy Central, winners of the San Francisco International Comedy Competition and more. For more information, visit crookedlandbrewing.com
GOLD COUNTRY FAIR
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BINGO AND BRUNCH MADNESS at 10 a.m.
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Foothill Farmers Market: Old Town Courthouse Parking Lot. Every Saturday Year round from 8 a.m. to noon Auburn Folsom Road at Lincoln Way in Auburn
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will open their doors admission free and showcase history in a fun and entertaining way 4-7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1 at the DeWitt History Museum, 2985 Richardson Drive, in Auburn. For more information visit theheritagetrail.blogspot.com
This film is a biographical drama detailing the life of Emily Dickinson; her loves, her struggles, and her magnificent poetry. It was shot in Belgium and on location in Amherst, Massachusetts. 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7 at the State Theater, 985 Lincoln Way, in Auburn. Tickets are $8. For more information call 530-885-0156 or visit livefromauburn.com
SILVER SCREEN CLASSIC MOVIES PRESENTS “THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD”:
Swordplay, archery, wisecracks, swordplay, romance, heroism, and swordplay in one irresistible yarn. It’s probably wildly inaccurate, but who cares when it’s so fast and funny? Plus we get to check out Errol in those nifty green tights. Noon, 4 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2 in the Beecher Room at the Auburn Library, 350 Nevada Street, in Auburn. For more information, call 530-8787938 or visit auburnsilverscreen.com GOLD COUNTRY FAIR: The event is a 54 year old tradition, is 4 days long and is jam-packed full of family activities. The fair includes new and traditional competitive livestock exhibits, hands-on kid activities, a large carnival of rides, specialty foods, multiple stages of entertainment, contests, strolling entertainers, blockbuster concerts, a Demolition Derby, unique crafters and a variety of commercial and local exhibits. Sept. 7-10 at the Gold Country Fairgrounds,
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County Museum Docent Guild. 10 a.m. every Saturday rain or shine from the Courthouse, 101 Maple Street, in Auburn. For more information call 530-889-6500
AUBURN PLACER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER PRESENTS A QUIET PASSION:
32ND ANNUAL AUBURN CRUISE NITES from 4-9 p.m. the second Friday of the month through Sept. 8 in from Elm Street to the Clock Tower in Downtown Auburn. Free event attracts over 300 classic cars 1972 or older, food and beverage vendors, and music provided by Auburn Winds on the steps of the Promenade, 853 Lincoln Way. For more information, visit auburncruisenite.org.
SEPTEMBER 9
HISTORIC GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF OLD TOWN AUBURN: Presented by Placer
SEPTEMBER 2
FAST FRIDAY’S MOTORCYCLE SPEEDWAY
at 8 p.m. Fridays at the Gold Country Fairgrounds. Come watch motorcycles race 0 to 60 miles per hour in just three seconds with no brakes on Auburn’s tricky dirt oval. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for juniors (10-15) and seniors (62 and older), children ages 9 and under are free, except for major events. For more information, call 530-8787223 or visit fastfridays.com.
1273 High Street, in Auburn. For more information, call 530-823-4533 or visit goldcountryfair.com
KNOCK ON WOOD: Auburn Old Town Gallery Artisits show their new creations in wood, gourd, and Pysanky egg art. Show runs Sept. 1-30 at Auburn Old Town Gallery, 218 Washington Street Suite A, in Auburn. For more information, call 530-887-9150 or visit auburnoldtowngallery.com
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every Thursday at Old Town Grill in Auburn. Funds support food for local families. For more information call 530-823-1124.
49ER FLEA MARKET: Every second and
fourth Saturday of each month May 13 through Dec 23 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Auburn Gold Country Fairgrounds, 1273 High Street in Auburn. For more information visit 49erfleamarket.net
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BLUE JEN BALL 2017: An evening of food, fun, music, dancing and company. Event benefits Healing Pastures. 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23 at C-Horse Ranch, 11685 Lorenson Road in Auburn. Tickets are $50 each. For more information call 530-888-7766 49ER FLEA MARKET: Every second and
fourth Saturday of each month May 13 through Dec 23 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Auburn Gold Country Fairgrounds, 1273 High Street in Auburn. For more information visit 49erfleamarket.net GREAT AUBURN OBSTACLE RACE: A 5K fun run featuring a myriad of obstacles including a maze, tire run, pond crossing, wall climb, sled pull, creek crossing, and a mud pit. Bring clothes that can get muddy and sweaty. Race begins at 9 a.m. Sunday Sept. 24 at Regional Park, 3770 Richardson Drive, in Auburn. For more information call 530-320-3326 or visit auburnrec.com
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AUBURN ART WALK 2017: Enjoy a showcase of original artworks displayed in dozens of Downtown and Old Town Auburn venues. Hop from venue to venue, meet the artists and let art, music and a sense of place fill you. The Auburn Art Walk is a great way to become acquainted with local businesses and the arts community! Artworks remain on display for two months. Event includes Art Shows, Music, Demonstrations, Children’s Activities, Wine Tastings, Pop-up Exhibits, Readings, & More. Free Maps available at The Arts Building, 808 Lincoln Way, or any Art Walk venue, marked by a red sign. 6-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6 on the streets of Old Town and Downtown Auburn. For more information call 530-885-5670 or visit placer arts.org
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SIDEWAYS: presented by the Auburn Placer Performing Arts Center and sponsored by Fawnridge Winery. Sideways is a 2004 American comedy-drama film directed by Alexander Payne and written by Jim Taylor and Payne. A film adaptation of Rex Pickett’s novel of the same name, Sideways follows two men in their forties, Miles Raymond (Paul Giamatti), a depressed teacher and unsuccessful writer and Jack Cole (Thomas Haden Church), a past-his-prime actor, who take a week-long road trip to Santa Barbara County wine country to celebrate Jack’s upcoming wedding. Sandra Oh and Virginia Madsen also star. 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21 at the State Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way in Auburn. Tickets are $8. For more information, call 530-885-0156 or visit livefromauburn.com
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GREAT SIERRA RIVER CLEANUP: An annual volunteer event focused on removing trash and restoring the health of waterways throughout the Sierra Nevada Region. This cleanup is coordinated by the Sierra Nevada Conservancy and held in conjunction with California Coastal Cleanup Day. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, gloves and sunscreen. PARC will provide snacks and a watercooler for refills. 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 16 beginning at the kiosk at the American River Confluence in Auburn. To volunteer email parcvolunteer2017@gmail.com. For more information call 530-885-4527 or visit sierranevada.ca.gov
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SILVER SCREEN CLASSIC MOVIES PRESENTS “FOR ME AND MY GAL”: Boffo vaudevillians
AUBURN FALL HOME SHOW features
interior design vignettes, faux painting demonstrations, counter top materials, custom cabinetry and home design. Greenhouses, outdoor sheds, sunrooms and more custom garden displays are featured. Over 1,000 exhibits allow merchants to showcase all the newest products and services to assist homeowners with their needs. The International Food Court includes fajitas, quesadillas, barbecue tri-tip or pulled pork sandwiches, Caesar salad, funnel cakes, hamburgers, corndogs and more. Beer, wine and cocktails availible for purchase. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Gold Country Fairgrounds, 1273 High Street, in Auburn. For more information call 530-8873616 or visit auburnhomeshows.com JEREMIAH TOWER: The Last Magnificent
presented by Auburn Placer Performing Arts Center. Jeremiah Tower: The Last Magnificent”is a documentary about the celebrity chef Jeremiah Tower (Chez Panisse in the 70s; Stars in the 80s)and his rise to fame. Tower himself narrates about both his upbringing and how he came to love food and cooking. This film includes archival 8mm footage and re-enactments of portions of Tower’s life. Interviews with celebrities & celebrity chefs discuss Tower’s influence on today’s food scene and his effect on the restaurant industry and the way we eat.7-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5 at the State Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way, in Auburn. Tickets are $8. For more information call 530-885-0156 or visit livefromauburn.com
Judy Garland and Gene Kelly know they’ll play The Palace — someday. But when ambitious Kelly purposely injures himself to avoid serving in WWI, Judy leaves the act. Will he learn his lesson? “Stands out because of its professional execution, its star value and the fact that they don’t make ’em like that anymore.” — Leslie Halliwell, 1942. “Why didn’t you tell me I was in love with you?” — Gene Kelly clearly knows something’s hit him. Noon, 4 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 in the Beecher Room at the Auburn Library, 350 Nevada Street, in Auburn. For more information, call 530-8787938 or visit auburnsilverscreen.com RIBS ’N BREWS: Proceeds benefit Auburn Recreation District Youth Assistance, Crime Victims United, and Placer High School Football. Event features a rib cook off, craft beer, a wine bar, live music, a kids zone and food trucks. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at Recreation Park, 123 Recreation Drive, in Auburn. For more information call 530885-8461
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PLACER COUNTY FARM AND BARN TOUR PRESENTED BY PLACERGROWN: A free self guided
expedition of farms, ranches and vineyards in the Placer County countryside Sunday, Oct. 8. Each farm venue will feature activities, tours and demonstrations. Locally grown produce, meats, wine and more will be available for purchase. No pets, wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes. Wear layers. Please drive with caution on country roads. For more information call 530-863-7487 or visit placerfarmandbarntour.com
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FORE THE KIDS GOLF TOURNAMENT See Meadow Vista Oct. 3 listing
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TRAIN DAY AT MAPLE ROCK GARDENS:
See trains and live steam engines presented by the Sacramento Valley Garden Railway Society. Barbecue and drinks available for purchase. Listen to live music. Adults are $10 and kids 12 and under are free. High-Hand Nursery will donate part of the proceeds to the Sacramento Valley Garden Railway Society. For more information, call 916-660-0128
NEWCASTLE CONTRA DANCING WITH THE FOOTHILL COUNTY DANCERS at 8 p.m. the third
Saturday of every month at the Newcastle Portuguese Hall, 690 Taylor Road, in Newcastle. Cost is $9 for members, $10 for non members and $20 for families. No experience necessary. Lession begins at 7:30 p.m. For more information call 530-346-099 or visit foothilldancers.org
30TH ANNUAL LOOMIS EGGPLANT FESTIVAL: Food, live music, art, premium
OCTOBER 7
SCORE: A Film Music Documentary with Richard Altenbach presented by Auburn Placer Performing Arts. This new documentary brings Hollywood’s premier composers together to give viewers a privileged look inside the musical challenges and creative secrecy of the world’s most widely known music genre: the film score. Special guest Richard Altenbach will be interviewed by Beverly Lewis, Director, Placer-Lake Tahoe Film Office, and conduct a Q&A. An A-List Violinist, and Principal for Danny Elfman, Altenbach has participated in over 1,000 film scores with such composers. 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8 at the State Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way, in Auburn. Tickets are $8. For more information call 530-885-0156 or visit livefromauburn.com
local beers and wines, fun zone, crafts, cooking demos and more. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 7 at the Loomis Train Depot, 5775 Horseshoe Bar Road, in Loomis. For more information, call (916) 652-7252 or visit loomischamber.com
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FORE THE KIDS GOLF TOURNAMENT: A four-person scramble style tournament. Event includes breakfast burritos, course lunch and gourmet dinner. A brief closing awards ceremony and raffle. All proceeds benefit Boys & Girls Club of Placer County. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and a shotgun start at 10 a.m. at the Winchester Country Club, 3030 Legends Drive in Meadow Vista. For more information call 530-8892273 or visit bgcplacercounty.org
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FARM STAND OPEN from 2-7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays at Foothill Roots Farm, 17565 Placer Hills Road, Meadow Vista. Come for the fresh produce and find fresh baked bread from The Baker and The Cakemaker, and pasture-raised chicken eggs from Local Yolk. For more information, visit foothillrootsfarm.com.
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MEADOW VISTA
FLOWER FARM FALL FESTIVAL: Welcome the beautiful fall season with live classical music by Nick Rights. The cafe will be serving delicious farm-fresh fare. The Nursery will offer samples of locally produced jams, sauces and honey. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 24 at The Flower Farm Cafe, 9280 Horseshoe Bar Road, in Loomis. For more information, call (916) 652-5661 or visit flowerfarminn.com
HERITAGE TRAIL DAY: Local museums
will open their doors admission free and showcase history in a fun and entertaining way 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 2-3 at the Foresthill Divide Museum, 24601 Harrision Street, in Foresthill. For more information, visit theheritagetrail.blogspot.com FORESTHILL DIVIDE HERITAGE FESTIVAL:
Event includes the National Gold Panning Championships, chili cook-off, California State Lumber Jack and Jill Championships, Sierra Sixguns and Sidekicks, American Legion Pig Roast and Barbecue, hands-on gold-panning instruction, vendors, oldtime costume judging, historical displays, demonstrations, old town walking tours, and kids games and activities. Sept. 2-3 at Foresthill Memorial Park, 24601 Harrison Street, in Foresthill. For more information, call 530-367-3735 or visit foresthillchamber.org
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