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Sierra Festival of the Arts

There's always something going on with the arts...checkout and support the following local art organizations that help to bring out and showcase Nevada County's talent!

Click on a logo or name below to visit a website or to send an e-mail.

Aardvark Publications

Aardvark Publications
FoodWineArt - A Guide To The Gold Gountry
P.O. Box 2003,
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 477-6431

aardvark@nccn.net

After The Gold RushAfter The Gold Rush
LP's, CD's, DVD's. New & used - buy, sell, trade. Special orders twice a week.
232 Commercial St.,
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 265-3090

Fine Art CopyworkFine Art Copywork by Akim Aginsky
Providing the photography of:
paintings, drawings, sculptures, jewelry, textiles, etc.
P.O. Box 1613
Cedar ridge, CA 95924-1613
415-722-4615 cell

The Altar ShowThe Altar Show
A gift to the community from artists of the Sierra Nevada foothills.
P.O. Box 432
Rough & Ready, CA 95975
(530) 432-5746

Art From The HeartArt From The Heart
Child centered Theater productions.
121 Martin St.
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 274-8576

ArtNetwork
P.O. Box 1360
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 470-0862

Asylum Down
Imports art-related items, musical instruments from Africa.
(530) 265-9666

Charles Baker Photography
Commercial, Public Relations, Fine Art Prints.
353 Horizon Circle
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 273-6035

Banner Mt. Textiles
Banner Mountain Artisans
A group of Nevada County Artisans showcasing their work with an annual November sale.
www.bannermountainartisans.com

Banner Mt. TextilesBanner Mt. Textiles
Unique One-of-a-kind Handwoven, Handspun,
Weavings, Knittings, and Woven Works.
Visit the Banner Mt. Textiles homepage

Beads Galore
Largest selection of beads in Nevada County.
Classes, books, tools, supplies, beads from all over the world.
Semi-precious stones, bone, horn, glass, antique glass, sterling silver.
(530) 274-9650

Bojingles Party Entertainment
Clown at children's functions.
(530) 277-6999

BriarPatch Co-op Natural Foods Community Market
Showcasing local talent in the Co-op Art Gallery.
290 Sierra College Dr.
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 272-5333

Brook Design Group

Brook Design Group
Offering full service marketing communications materials
for print and the internet since 1976.

Castaways

Castaways
Body sculptures.
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 265-4275

The Center For The ArtsThe Center For The Arts
Grass Valley's premier venue for the performing arts.
314 W. Main St.
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 271-7000
www.thecenterforthearts.org

Chase Creative DesignChase Creative Design
Interior & Exterior Color Consultant.
P.O. Box 2111
Nevada City, CA 95959
(916) 257-3600
www.chaseboudreaux.com/CCD/BoudSiteCCD.html

Chris Harada ProductionsChris Harada Productions
A non-profit community theater established in 1996.
129 Huntington Ct.
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 477-7399

Chuck Erikson
Supplies mother of pearl, abalone shell & fossil ivory for instrument makers, jewelers & artists.
Phone/Fax: (530) 273-4116
chainsawchuck@jps.net

The Classical School
A vocational center for excellence in Classical Ballet.
(530) 271-1274

CATS logo

Community Asian Theater of the Sierra (CATS)
(530) 273-6362

Community Players of Nevada County, Inc.
Providing live theater to Nevada County. Phone for more information.
(530) 477-1107

Dave's Van and Storage
Piano and organ mover.
(530) 273-6683

DK StudiosDK Studios
Residential Planning & Design by Diana Knutson
P.O. Box 1793
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 613-2529

Digital Photo Retouching
Roger Bergthold
(530) 274-7678

Ernie's Van & Storage
Packing and crating service for artists. Also piano and organ mover.
(530) 273-7836

FaducciFaducci
Cement, steel & mosaic sculpture.
P.O. Box 923
North San Juan, CA 95960
(530) 292-3857

Flying Whale Recording StudioFlying Whale Recording Studio
Owner/engineer Bruce Wheelock offers a professional audio recording experience in a relaxed environment with excellent gear at surprising rates.
(530) 477-8965

www.flyingwhalerecording.com

Foggy Mountain Music
Instruments, accessories, lessons, rentals, sound & lighting equipment.
Public address systems.
(530) 273-6676

Foothill Country DancersFoothill Country Dancers
Promoting contra dancing in Nevada & Placer Counties.
P.O. Box 811
Nevada City, CA 95959

Foothill Fibers Guild

Foothill Fibers Guild
Promoting the fiber arts.

Foothills Swing Dance SocietyFoothills Swing Dance Society
Organizing & sponsoring monthy swing dance workshops,
lessons & dances at various venues.
P.O. Box 352
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 478-1295

Foothill Theatre Company

The Foothill Theatre Company
Producing a year-round season including contemporary and classical plays.
Shows are presented at the Nevada Theater, a state historic landmark.
P.O. Box 1812, Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 265-9320 or Toll Free 1-888-730-8587

Gold Country German American Club Alpine Dancers
Performing German and Austrian dancing. Phone for more information.
(530) 268-1898

Gold Country Piano InstituteGold Country Piano Institute
Classical piano concerts & workshops for students of all levels.
596 Railroad Ave.
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 478-0315 or (530) 432-3451
Fax: (530) 478-9485

Gold Country Wood Turners

Gold Country Wood Turners
Local artisans expanding the ability to turn wood objects and helping others to do so.
Contact: (530) 273-4234

http://geocities.com/goldturners

Grass Roots Record Co.Grass Roots Record Co.
More than just a record label...
P.O. Box 1348
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 601-2415

GVTVGrass Valley Television (GVTV)
Broadcasting the local scene on the INternet, GVTV News,
Mewzeek, Mewzeek 2, and GadFly.
206-B W. Main St.
Grass Valley, CA 95959
(530) 477-3309

Aline O. GreenAline O. Green
Importer Internationale of fine hand-made native jewelry
made from natural seeds, stones & materials.
agreenlove@gmail.com

Hale's Piano Shop
Piano Tuning, servicing, rebuilding & reconditioning.
(530) 272-8133

Heartbeat Music CenterHeartbeat Music Center
Offerine music literacy through piano classes.
308 E. Main St. #7
Nevada City, CA 95959
www.heartbeatmusiccenter.com

Heidelberg Editions InternationalHeidelberg Editions International
Publisher to the Grass Valley Graphics Group
P.O. Box 370
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 272-0180, 800-869-0658

Carol Herschleb

Carol Herschleb
Arts Coordinator for the annual Nevada County Open Studios Tour, the Artisans Festival at the Miner's Foundry, and the Sierra Festival For The Arts.
(530) 274-8636

The Hit House
Making music recording the best possible experience.
Jimmi Accardi, Sound Engineer and Producer.
P.O. Box 1181
Penn Valley, CA 95946
(530) 432-0408

Ivy PhotographyIvy Photography
14455 Fifield Rd.
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 272-2480
FAX: (530) 272-2861

J & L Musicworld
Selling New / Used Instruments, Records, Clothing, and CD's
233 Mill St.
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 271-2092

Jitterbugs Inc.Jitterbugs Inc.
Swing dance instruction.
Beginning & Intermediate Classes.
(530) 274-3565

Laura SSK Khalsa, MA

Laura SSK Khalsa, MA
Art Therapist.
Expressive Arts Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
(530) 414-1464

Keith Kerns Digital VideoKeith Kerns Digital Video
Digital videographer/producer.
13388 Joe Day Ranch Rd.
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 470-0563

Yuba River Radio KYRR - Yuba River Radio
Community Radio Ridge Style.
Nevada City, CA
www.angelfire.com/ky3/kyrr93.3/

Lake Tahoe Music FestivalLake Tahoe Music Festival
P.O. Box 62
Tahoe City, CA 96145
(530) 583-3101
(530) 581-1184 for tickets.

Lake Wildwood Little Theatre
(530) 432-1045

Lifeline Stories
Linking the generations through stories.
P.O. Box 1033
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 478-0995

www.lifelinestories.com

Light Point DesignLight Point Design
Laser engraving of photos and art on stone, granite, tile, wood, metal, glass, kitchen, bath, entryway, fireplace, indoor & outdoor.
P.O. Box 2374
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 470-0330

Literature Alive!Literature Alive!
Monthly forums for local writers to read prose & poetry.
Also presenting nationally-recognized
writers & poets from the West.
(530) 272-5812

Lode LIne Music ServicesLode Line Music Services
'Mad Dash' - rock 'n roll;
'CoolHeat' - smooth jazz;
'Inner Outlook' - Acoustic original music.

www.lodelinemusic.com

Sharon E. Madden

Sharon E. Madden
Registered Art Therapist.
Certified Healing Touch Practitioner.
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 274-2407

sharon4art@att.net

Madelyn Helling County Library
Free Art Classes covering a variety of areas Saturday mornings.
(530) 265-1407

Mana BeadsMana Beads
Beads, Jewelry, gifts & stones.
423 Broad St., Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 470-8399

David B. McKay's Photography Services
Mountain Beat Music

Mountain Beat Music
Songwriters Showcase over the Open Mind Entertainment Network, an Internet broadcasting company with April Miranda.
(530) 277-6210

www.mountainbeatproductions.com

The Mud HutThe Mud Hut
Nevada County Ceramics Center.
Sponsored by the Nevada County
Superintendent of Schools Office.
(530) 478-6400 ext. 212

Muse WorksMuse Works
Graphic design specializing in design for the arts & non-profits, CD & book covers.
19646 Sivers Lane
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 273-3566

Music in the Mountains
Presents classic festivals in fall, spring, & summer, and holiday concerts in winter. Offers free KinderKonzerts for children accompanied by adults during the summer festival.
Young Musicians' Competition each spring recognizes excellent music students.
Phone for more information. (530) 265-6124

Neighborhood Center of the Arts

Neighborhood Center of the Arts
(530) 272-7287

Nelda & Lennie's Dance Studio
Youth Theatre workshops, ballet, tap, jazz, acrobatics and ballroom.
(530) 273-2730

Nevada City Ballet AcademyNevada City Ballet Academy
Krista Pagan, Director
540 Searls Ave.
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 265-6892

Nevada City Music Events

Nevada City Music Events
Local music events, event planning, promotion, and more...
www.nevadacitymusicevents.com

Nevada City Picture Framing

Nevada City Picture Framing
"Imagine It."
571 Searls Ave., Ste. B
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 478-1990

www.nevadacitypictureframing.com

Nevada City School of the ArtsNevada City School of the Arts
An Arts-based Charter School
13032 Bitney Springs Rd., Bldg. #8
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 273-7736

Nevada County Camera Club
Meets the fourth Monday of the month (except for June, July, August, & December)
at the Madelyn Helling Library Community room in Nevada City.
(530) 432-4951
www.nccameraclub.com

Nevada County TelevisionNevada County TeleVision (NCTV)
Community access television. Classes in video & video editing.
112 Nevada City Hwy. (at the Imaginarium)
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 478-6400, ext. 249

Nevada County Concert BandNevada County Concert Band
Made up of talented non-professional musicians residing in western Nevada County. The brass, woodwinds, & percussion instruments band is sponsored by the Sierra Musical Arts Association.
(530) 272-7294

Nevada County Folk Dancers
Dance and teach international dances. Call for information.
(530) 265-5748

Nevada County Musicians ExchangeNevada County Musicians Exchange
Serving the music capital of Northern California.
Also featuring the newsletter: TEMPO
Andy Gonzales, Editor
(530) 273-6847
www.yourtempoonline.com

PAG 
Nevada County Performing Arts Guild (PAG)
Presenting quality adult & children theatre. Call for information.
(530) 273-4254

Nevada County Plein Air PaintersNevada County Plein Air Painters
A loosely formed group of artists who like to get together to paint outside on location. Contact Jane Welles at (530) 265-6889 to join.
Or e-mail
jwelles31@sbcglobal.net

Nevada County Poetry Series

Nevada County Poetry Series
P.O. Box 2416
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 432-8196

Nevada County Theatre Alliance
Networking Nevada County's theatrical companies & individuals involved with the performing arts.
(530) 272-9128

North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural CenterNorth Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center
Fulfilling the needs of the community for a place to meet,
share, and view quality multi-cultural events.
(530) 265-2826

Off BroadStreetOff Broadstreet
Intimate cabaret theatre featuring comedies & musical comedies.
Phone for reservations or information. (530) 265-8686

Organically Grown Music

Organically Grown Music
An independent local music label.

Pacific Blue Tile
Handpainted tiles - custom work.
P.O. Box 1241
Penn Valley, CA 95946
(530) 432-5038

Para-SightPara-Sight Records & Productions
A full service recording studio handling all of your audio production needs.
(530) 265-2123
www.para-sight.com

Pine Tree Quilt Guild

Pine Tree Quilt Guild
Taken root in the fabric of the Grass Valley community since 1984.
www.pinetreequiltguild.com

Pioneer ArtsPioneer Arts
Promoting the visual arts in
western Nevada County since 1966
P.O. Box 674
Grass Valley, CA 95945

Rogers Picture Framing
Framing, reconditioning and cleaning oil paintings, restoring picture frames.
Art appraisals. Refinishing furniture.
(530) 265-4248

Shakti Sacred Arts Center
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 470-0350

Mollie Sharkey-WilmotMollie Sharkey-Wilmot, PhD.
California Licensed Marriage Child & Family Therapist
offering therapy by writing custom stories and poems.
(530) 228-3022
www.molliesharkey-wilmot.com

Shawls UnlimitedShawls Unlimited
An online boutique with a fine collection of contemporary & classic shawls, stoles, scarves, and warps. Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 265-4503

Sierra Blues SocietySierra Blues Society
Dedicated to preserving and promoting the Blues.
c/o P.O. Box 181
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 268-9166

Sierra Community Symphony
Made up of talented non-professional musicians residing in western Nevada County, and is sponsored by the Sierra Musical Arts Association. Strings, brass, woodwinds or percussion instruments.

Sierra Dance Institute
Performing & teaching jazz, ballet, tap & voice.
314 West Main Street
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 477-7644

Sierra Jazz SocietySierra Jazz Society
Sharing the abundant joy of jazz music through concerts, ongoing workshops, & summer 'Jazz Camp'.
P.O. Box 279
Chicago Park, CA 95712-9998
(530) 273-2393

Sierra Center For Meditation & Well-Being
A community center encouraging persons of all traditions to gather together in a spirit of peace & healing for the self, community, & the world at large.
13624 North Bloomfield Rd.
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 265-5764

Sierra Musical Arts Association, Inc.
Promotes & supports the Sierra Youth Orchestra, the Nevada County Concert Band & the Sierra Community Symphony. These provide opportunities for local musicians of all ages to perform in ensembles, to grow & improve in their musical skills. Performances provide opportunities for audiences to enjoy music.
(530) 265-5179

Sierra Nevada Winds
A 46-member professional quality symphonic wind orchestra. Non-profit corporation; member of ASCAP; performing 6 counties wide; repertoire includes classical to jazz.
(530) 272-5445

Sierra TheatersSierra Theaters
Del Oro Theatre, Sierra Cinemas, Sutton Cinemas & the Nevada Theatre Film Series.

Sierra WritersSierra Writers
Meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
in the Community Room of the Madelyn Helling Library,
980 Helling Way, Nevada City, CA 95959
265-2982

Soundport Recording Studio

Soundport Recording Studio
Fine analog and digital recording.
(530) 273-3499

www.thesoundportrecordingstudio.com

Spectrum Art StudiosSpectrum Art Studios
Fine art & photography services, giclee printing,
digital archiving & multimedia services.
(530) 432-9655

Synthetic Unlimited
Providing outstanding support for Northern California artists in the areas of booking, promotions, media, research and materials.
www.syntheticunlimited.org

The Art of Karl AlbertThree Feathers
International Gallery of Fine Arts.
Presenting the work of Plein Air Artist Karl Albert.
11532 Via Vista
Nevada City, CA 95959
By Appt. (530) 478-1420

The Real Graphic SourceThe Real Graphic Source
Graphic design, signs & banners, Large format, reproductions, scanning, printing, mountaing, laminating, logo design, business promotion, and trade show display.
739 Maltman Dr.
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 271-1731
www.therealgraphicsource.com

TIBETech.org
Bridging Tibetan Communities In Exile
Through Information Technology.
228 Commercial St., #78
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 272-6135

www.tibetech.org

Tommyknocker Cloggers
Performing & Instructional Clogging Group.
(530) 477-5129 or carolrs@gv.net

Truckee Actors Guild
Non-profit community theatre group.
(530) 587-6337

Turtle Vision
Photography, Music, And Video.
www.theturtlesvision.com

Twin Cities Concert AssociationTwin Cities Concert Association
Presenting classical music since 1946, TCCA is the oldest musical organization in Nevada County. Presents an annual series of chamber music concerts & recitals, often featuring works by living American composers.
(530) 470-9454

Vävaloom
A weaving & fiber arts workshop offering access to fiber equipment,
books, videos, instruction & encouragement.
12497 Loma Rica Dr., Ste. 25
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 271-2081

Village & Early Music Society
Publication of ancient & ethnic music; Lydian Recorder Consort, Village Folk Orkestra, Dorfmusikanten, Krakojak Folk Kvartet; Recorder family of instruments, clarinet, & accordian. Music lessons: phone for Information.
(530) 477-2293

Washington Historical Society

Wildwood Art ClubWildwood Art Club
Promoting interest in the Arts through educational
and informal social activities since 1977.
(530) 432-8445

WindHorse RugsWindhorse Rugs
Nevada City, CA 95945
(530) 265-4953

www.windhorserugs.com

Wolf Note Studio
Stringed Instrument Repair: Restoration and sesign, rentals, bow rehairs, instruments bought and sold. Since 1974.
(530) 272-7318

Yabobo
For your global rhythm needs.
107 N. Pine St.
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 478-9114

Yuba GalsYuba Gals Independent Media
Producers of 'Peak Moment Conversations' TV Series.
15504 Lone Bobcat Way
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 265-4244

ZVisionDesigns

ZVision Designs
Specializing in graphic design, web design, and promotional media.
(530) 613-4732

www.zvisiondesigns.com


To have your local art organization listed here contact:

Nevada County Arts Council
P.O. Box 307
Grass Valley, CA 95945
Voice: (530) 798-5955
info@nevadacountyartscouncil.org


 "An artist discovers his genius the day he dares not to please."
 - Andre Malraux