Nevada County Bulletin Board

What To Grow In November

Autumn has arrived, bringing ample chances to cultivate various cool-season vegetables and annuals. Explore the optimal seeds to plant, vegetables to transplant, and annual flowers to grow during ...

What To Plant In November

Autumn has arrived, bringing ample chances to cultivate various cool-season vegetables and annuals. Explore the optimal seeds to plant, vegetables to transplant, and annual flowers to grow during ...

Transport Yourself to a Lake Tahoe Winter Wonderland

As the year flies by, it’s time to start planning your annual winter vacation to Lake Tahoe. A favorite time More Info »

Halloween Fun

Are you ready for Halloween?  We're excited for the downtown festivities, Nevada City Chamber of Commerce and The County are hosting a kid friendly activity from 3-5pm at the Rood Center and downt...

Fall Fly Fishing in Truckee

By Austin Zimmerman From the Fall 2023 Issue of Truckee.com: An Insider's Guide CORRECTION TO THE PRINTED ISSUE. OUR APOLOGIES: Miles Zimmerman and Scott Ferguson opened the doors to Truckee's onl...

Help Local Children: Host a Toy Drive Collection Box in Your Place of Business

Would you consider hosting a Toy Drive Collection Box in your place of business?  For over 30 years, Soroptimist International of Truckee Donner has partnered with Truckee Community Cares (formerl...

How do apples grow in California?

Apples are synonymous with fall. They’re the star in some of our favorite treats, from apple cakes to baked apples, appletinis and the American classic, apple pie. But what do you really know abou...

Visit Rainbow Orchards for Apple Cider Donuts + Chill California Vibes

Rainbow Orchards is a small apple farm in Camino, California. It's part of a larger farm collective known as Apple Hill, one of Northern California's most popular agritourism attractions. The allu...

Truckee Chamber’s Economic Vitality & Workforce Development Committee’s Business Landscape Study

The Truckee Chamber of Commerce is undertaking a Business Landscape Study of the Town of Truckee. This comprehensive study of the businesses operating within a community serves several critical pu...

Truckee Library Re-Opens November 7 with Celebrations

Join the Truckee Library for their grand re-opening on November 7 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. The library has been undergoing a refresh since the end of July and now features new flooring, paint, a...

Sowing Wildflower Seeds In Fall

As the leaves start to change colors and the temperature drops, the idea of spring flowers might feel distant. However, autumn is actually the perfect time to sow flowering seeds, ensuring a vibra...

Plants You Shouldn't Prune in Fall

It's natural for gardeners to feel the urge to grab their pruners and tidy things up in the Fall. However, what many don't realize is that they might be doing more harm than good. Take a look at o...

Gratitude

The newest edition to the Penn Valley Fire Protection District safety vehicle fleet will be on display at the Penn Valley Fire Department Auxiliary Thrift Shop throughout the week. The Auxiliary Thrift Shop is located at 10513 Spenceville Road, behind Station 43 in Penn Valley. The ambulance, purchased by the Auxiliary, will go into service in coming weeks.

Lakeside Activities for a Winter Family Vacation in Lake Tahoe

A stunning destination year-round, Lake Tahoe is a premier spot for an unforgettable winter vacation the whole family will love. More Info »

Nevada County Arts Council Welcomes New Truckee Cultural District Program Manager

Nevada County Arts Council and Truckee Arts Alliance are pleased to announce the hiring of Kellie Cutler as Truckee Cultural District’s Program Manager, a new position at the heart of one of the s...

Bareroot Rose Varieties List 2024

We're offering over 60 varieties including climbing, grandiflora, hybrid tea, and floribunda, along with 24" and 36" patio trees. Our bareroot roses are planted in pulp (fiber) pots to protect the...

Visitor’s Guide to Lake Tahoe Fishing

The secret is out. Fishing in Lake Tahoe is some of the best in the country. The deep, pure waters More Info »

2024 Truckee Core Values Event Fund Application Cycle Opens

The Truckee Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the opening of the 2023 application cycle for the Truckee Core Values Fund. This community event fund, established in collaboration with the ...

Projects and Partners to Monitor (part III)

** This is the third in a three part blog series on regional biomass based on our Forest Futures Salon in September 2023. See recording here. Our regional agencies and on-the-ground partners have ...

Why Biomass Facilities Are Essential (part II)

** This is the second in a three part blog series on regional biomass based on our Forest Futures Salon in September 2023. See recording here. The need for biomass facilities in our region is unde...

Woody Biomass Utilization for a Sustainable Future in Tahoe Truckee (part I)

** This is the first in a three part blog series on regional biomass based on our Forest Futures Salon in September 2023. See recording here. In the heart of the picturesque Tahoe National Forest,...

Vegetables To Grow In October

Top of the Town – Truckee Chamber’s 70th Annual Awards Celebration Photos Are In!

Wow - we had such a great time at Top of the Town last month! Thank you to all of our SPONSORS who helped make this fun evening possible, to those who donated great silent auction items (and also ...

Stonebridge Property Solutions Celebrates Renovation & Grand Opening of Historic Church Street Home

On October 5, we celebrated the opening of a historic home, 10160 Church Street built in 1890 that was beautifully restored from down to the bones of the building by Stonebridge Property Solutions...

Veggies To Grow In October

As autumn takes hold, there are still plenty of opportunities to grow a bounty of cool-season vegetables. Check out the best seeds to sow and vegetables to transplant in the month of October.More

Gratitude

Thanks to an outpouring of support from more than 30 local businesses, restaurants and service providers, the Lahontan Community Foundation's largest fundraiser, the Community Cup, recently raised nearly $150,000.

New Job

Bear River Recreation and Park District announces a new general manager, Miranda Brown, and a ribbon-cutting celebration for its newly renovated Gary D. Clarke Field. Miranda Brown was appointed as general manager on July 25 after serving as a board member for one year.

Truckee Litter Corps Cleans Up Truckee

Last 2023 Cleanup Thursday, October 11 Truckee Litter Corps (TLC) is a volunteer-led litter clean-up group that meets each month to clean up Truckee streets and trails. Join them for a TLC cleanup...

Where to Go Birdwatching in Lake Tahoe

Birdwatching is its own kind of bliss – especially when you’re surrounded by the rare beauty of Lake Tahoe. Be More Info »

Growing Colorful Camellias

When selecting blooming shrubs for your garden, don’t overlook the camellia, an evergreen with flowers that appear from fall to spring depending on the variety. Learn the difference between specie...

Congratulations

Far West Nordic Ski Education Association announced that Sierra Strecker is this year's recipient of the Ted Beauchamp Scholarship. Strecker is a 15-year-old competitive Nordic skier who goes to Truckee High School.

What’s New in North Lake Tahoe Fall 2023

As the autumn colors begin to form and there’s more open space,North Lake Tahoe’s “secret season” begins. Fall in North More Info »

Truckee Chamber Celebrates “Top of the Town” – 70th Annual Chamber Awards, Announces Winners

The Truckee Chamber of Commerce presented five awards atTop of the Town, our 70th Annual Awards Celebration on Friday, September 22 at Alder Creek Adventure Center in Tahoe Donner. “It was an incr...

Congratulations

Robin Laverty-Reves was presented with its 2023 Edi Silverman Community Service Award at the recent American Association of University Women (AAUW) Nevada County Branch Kick-off Brunch Meeting.

New Job

Sierra College is accepting applications to serve as an appointed member of the Board of Trustees until the next regularly scheduled election for governing board members in November 2024.

Anniversary

Nevada County Master Gardeners' 1.5-acre demonstration garden, located on the grounds of the Nevada Irrigation District in Grass Valley, 1036 West Main St., features Foothill Mediterranean Garden, Cottage Garden, Rock Garden, Raised Bed Gardens, Hoop House, Orchard, Oak Habitat and Native Plant Meadow, Evergreen Edge and a Compost area.

Regenerative Travel in Lake Tahoe is Good for Everyone

Sustainable travel has always been an important cornerstone of Lake Tahoe’s mission. Regenerative travel aims to take responsible tourism a More Info »

Our Favorite Trees for Fall Planting

Fall is the perfect time to plant trees and shrubs. The cooling temperatures of the season will allow new plants to establish themselves by developing strong, healthy roots needed to thrive during...

Anniversary

The Siakumne Tribe, in partnership with 4 Elements Earth Education, invites the public to gather at the active native village they have built, with traditional bark houses, sweat houses, dance grounds and outdoor kitchen to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Indigenous Peoples Days.

Congratulations

The winner of the 32nd Annual Gold Country Duck Race, presented by the 49er Breakfast Rotary Club of Nevada City, is Kathryn Boswell.