Everything is in bloom and the weather is for the most part beautiful and the occasional shower helps to keep things green a bit longer. As usual, there is no shortage of things to do and see here in this Merry Month of May. Come up and enjoy Spring in our beautiful foothills.
Kodo Arts Japanese Antiques’ annual art show and sale is from May 5-13 in their warehouse in Nevada City. Twice a year, in Spring and Fall, Kodo Arts opens its warehouse to the public. Inside, you will find Japanese décor, furniture, textiles, art, kimonos, and much more! The warehouse is located at 571 Searls Ave in the 7 Hills Business District in Nevada City, or visit their website at www.kodo-arts.com.
24 Hour Plays at Miners Foundry May 8. Tickets are $15.00 and are available online, by phone (530) 265-5040, or in person at the Miners Foundry, or in person at Briar Patch Co-Op. www.minersfoundry.org On Wednesday, May 8, find out what happens when a group of talented Nevada County actors, writers, directors, and producers are given just 24 hours to create, rehearse, and tech six short original plays, culminating in an off-book performance to a live theatre audience.
The Complete History of America May 3 – May 26. LeGacy Presents is proud and thrilled to bring yet another hilarious comedy by the Reduced Shakespeare Company to the Off Center Stage this May. Following the hugely successful and popular The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, presented by LeGacy last fall, Scott Ewing once again directs this three actor fast, fun, and rollicking comedy – 600 years in 6000 seconds!! http://www.nevadacitychamber.com/comedy-complete-history-of-america-starts-may-3/
Mother’s Day Buffet and Champagne Sunday, May 12. Serving a very special Mother’s Day Buffet and Champagne $12.00 per person and Children 6 – 10 years old is $5.00 Children under age 5 are FREE Please send your reservation and payment to:
Nevada City Elks Lodge #518
Post Office Box 611
Nevada City, CA 95959
Songs of Leonard Cohen Tickets are on sale for the return of A Thousand Kisses Deep, the songs of Leonard Cohen, to the Nevada Theatre on May 10 and 11 at 8pm. Nevada Theatre401 Broad Street Nevada City Information and order by phone at: the Miners Foundry – 530-265-5462 Tickets at: The Briar Patch – 530-272-5333; Yabobo – 530-470-9114 Go to paulemerymusic.com for more information.
The 20th Annual Spring Garden Tour, hosted by Soroptimist International of the Sierra Foothills (SISF), scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, May 18 and 19. This event is a self-guided tour of six privately-owned gardens in Grass Valley, Nevada City and Penn Valley. Gardens are open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the cost is $20 in advance or $25 at the garden gate. Tickets go on sale in early March. Wear comfortable shoes, bring a hat, and don’t forget your camera on this four-to-five hour excursion.
Dont miss the 26th Annual Miners Foundry Mother’s Day Plant Sale. The Mother’s Day Plant & Garden Sale features over a dozen growers of Organic Vegetables and Herb Seedlings grown locally to give your garden a head start on the growing season.http://minersfoundry.org/mothers-day-plant-sale/
In its 28th year, the Teddy Bear Convention in idyllic Nevada City will celebrate the enduring charms and trace the birth of the teddy bear, more than a century ago, to its permanent place in the contemporary scene as the ubiquitous plaything and highly prized collectible. May 10, 11 and 12. Thursday, May 10 at Trolley Junction. Friday, May 11 – 12noon to 5PM and Saturday, May 12 – 10AM to 4PM at Nevada City Elks Lodge, 518 Highway 49, Nevada City.
Docent led wildflower walks along the South Yuba River at Bridgeport start Saturday, March 16 at 11:00 am and continue through May 19. South Yuba River State Park Association.
Ongoing: Tabletop Tango on Tuesdays at The Haven, 228 Broad St (downstairs) Argentine Tango lessons and practice 6:30 beginners; 7:30 intermediate; 8:30 practice Drop-ins welcome, cost is $10. Multi-lesson discounts are offered. For more information: www.tabletoptango.wordpress.com