Nevada County Local News: Art, Culture & Media

There's more to explore in the Sierra Nevada than its hundreds of miles of trails. Tahoe’s art scene is evolving with new galleries and more artists creating modern interpretations of the stunning landscape around the basin.

Can anyone make a Mickey Mouse cartoon now? Yes, but it’s not that simple.

The skiing crew of Ski for the Love has released its second film, “Home, Sick! Too Good to Leave,” shot entirely in the Tahoe Basin.

“Weak Layers” is the newest ski movie to hit the hills. This female-driven ski comedy is co-written and directed by Katie Burrell and filmed around Tahoe.

The Nevada County Arts Council, Grass Valley–Nevada City Cultural District and Truckee Cultural District invite locals and visitors to Show Up for the Arts! this holiday season.

Of course, Santa takes a few runs when he’s visiting Tahoe for the holidays. Make the most of the season and enjoy all the festivities listed in the Tahoe Guide’s latest edition.

Several new locally made ski films have been released. Follow the makers to find details on local shows and watch the trailers.

Travel North Lake Tahoe announces its partnership with the WinterWonderGrass Music Festival and will host the 2nd Annual Road to WonderGrass Tahoe, a series building up to the main event.

The Placer County Board of Supervisors approved a project proposal to place two murals along the trail passing under the Truckee River Bridge.

The Public Art Commission of Truckee is working on its next art implementation project. One location that is under consideration is the Mobility Hub in the Railyard area.

Alpenglow Sports’ 18th annual winter speaker series kicks off with local freeskier Michelle Parker on Nov. 30 with her show “A Change in Perspective,” which documents her father’s battle with dementia and Parkinson’s.