Cost-Free Family Fun
A compiled lost of Playgroups, Storytimes, and Special Events geared towards families & young children, offered by various organizations in Nevada County.
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National Night Out – This Tuesday!
Nevada County Sheriff’s Office
Save the date!
National Night Out returns Tuesday, Aug. 6 from 6 – 7:30 pm at Pioneer Park.
All are welcome to join local law enforcement and friends for an evening of free family fun!
This annual community-building campaign includes FREE food, fire and police exhibits, games and activities, live music, and our signature color run!
Everything is FREE!
Youth Emergency Preparedness Week
Helping Youth & Teens Prepare a Go-Bag.
Being prepared for wildfire is key to being resilient and can start at any age! Sometimes it may feel like there’s not a lot you can do to prepare as a teenager, but there is!
Start by packing your teen go-bag.
Act Now and pack your teen Go-Bag.
Locals For Locals
Celebrating Youth.
Locals for Locals is coming up!
August 24th, 5:00 PM-9:00 PM
Join us on August 24th on the Mill Street Plaza to honor and celebrate the vibrant youth of our community! Get ready to take part in exciting activities including a thrilling skate ramp, a refreshing dunk tank, and much more. This event promises fun and enjoyment for the entire family!
Empty Bowl Fundraiser
Hospitality House
This is a reminder that tickets for Empty Bowl are on sale now while supplies last! This artist and restaurant-driven benefit supports Hospitality House efforts to return Nevada County residents to permanent housing.
Because of the generosity of our restaurant sponsors, 100% of the proceeds of your ticket purchase go directly to Hospitality House.
Hospitality House extends a heartfelt thank you to the restaurants who are once again providing the food and service to make Empty Bowl a success.
This level of thoughtfulness and generosity is a great reminder of what we can accomplish if we all come together.
- Golden Gate Saloon @ The Holbrooke Hotel.
- Heartwood Eatery.
- Lola @ The National Exchange Hotel.
- Sopa Thai Cuisine.
- Three Forks Bakery and Brewing Co.
- Friar Tuck’s Restaurant & Bar.
HFH Donate Your Car
Nevada County Habitat For Humanity
We’ll put the proceeds toward affordable housing programs in your local community.
Make an impact and donate now.
Learn more https://buff.ly/2Y7hcIo
Job Opportunities
SPD Hiring
Grass Valley SPD is immediately hiring for an experienced journeyman meat cutter for the meat department. 40 hours a week, union position.
Please call Glen Cartwright, meat dept. manager, at (530) 272 5000.
Alliance For Workforce Development
Auburn PD
Auburn Police Department is Hiring for Dispatcher I/II
This position is a crucial component of our 24/7 Dispatch Center, which provides essential safety services to the Auburn community. The incumbent will handle incoming crime reports and dispatch police personnel for both emergency and non-emergency situations. Dispatchers work a shift schedule of six 12-hour shifts and one eight-hour shift each pay period.
HOPE Back-To-School Drive THIS Saturday
Free Back-To-School Event for Families in need.
Get ready for the biggest Back-to-School event in Nevada County!
What: HOPE for Nevada County
When: August 3, from 10 AM – 1 PM (or until supplies run out)
Where: Nevada Union (Hooper Stadium)
Local businesses, non-profits, and civic leaders have partnered to throw a completely free Back-to-School event to help struggling families get ready for the start of the school year!
They’ll be handing out backpacks filled with school supplies, new shoes and socks, and lots of groceries!
Free haircuts and activities for both kids and teens as well as FREE lunch for the whole family!
Join us as we spread a little HOPE in Nevada County.
See flyer for more details, or to sign up to volunteer!
Many thanks to Twin Cities Church for coordinating this huge event!
Emergency Preparedness Reminder
Nevada County Office Of Emergency Services
Make sure you and your family are prepared in the event of a wildfire!
Here are some links to helpful links and resources for evacuation preparation, provided by NCOES.
Sign up for CodeRED: https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/3780/Emergency-Alerts
Know Your Zone: ReadyNevadaCounty.org/EvacuationZones
Find Your Five: ReadyNevadaCounty.org/FindYourFive
Pack Your Go Bag: ReadyNevadaCounty.org/GoBags
Stay Informed: https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/3453/Ready-Nevada-County
Volunteers Needed @ Fairgrounds
Volunteer at the Nevada County Fair!
There is still time to join the team that puts on Nevada County’s largest and favorite event, the Nevada County Fair.
This year the dates are August 7-11, 2024.
Some positions have additional shifts and hours available before and after Fair.
Hours vary, depending on the position. All positions require excellent customer service skills. Most positions are for those 16 or older (work permit may be required).
Available jobs include:
- Gate Cashiers: Responsible for selling admission tickets, making change accurately, and completing sales reports daily. Previous cash handling experience is required.
- Ticket Monitors: Take tickets from Fair attendees as they come through the gates and greet them with a smile and positive attitude.
- Parking: Direct cars to available spaces, provide gate control, and open and close parking areas throughout the day.
- “Red Shirt” Guest Services: Be the “eyes and ears” of the Fair. Must be interactive with Fair attendees, providing information and assistance, as needed. Connect with law enforcement, if needed, in the event of an emergency or incident requiring their assistance.
- Clean Up Crew: Keep the Fairgrounds sparkling clean! Empty garbage cans, pick up trash, clean up area around grandstands, sweep buildings, and other cleaning duties as assigned.
Come in and fill out an application or give us a call!
(530) 273-6217