Rock stacking is more than just stacking stones. It's an art form that combines: focus, patience, creativity & mindfulness.

Learn the basics of stacking rocks and unleash your inner zen by clicking below!

#ZenArt #MindfulCraft #RockStacking #ittybitty4life #nevadacounty #art #nature #river #creek #mindfulness

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Nevada City is reaching for the stars—literally! We're on track to become Northern California's first certified Dark Sky Community.

Find out how you can help keep our skies dark, our stars bright, and our community thriving. Click below for all the details!

#NevadaCity #DarkSkyCommunity #Stars #IttyBitty4Life #starryskies #nevadacity #community #localevents #nevadacounty #norcal #photography #nighttime #preservation

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Need some pun for your Fourth of July BBQ?

These family-friendly jokes are grill-tested, sparkler-approved, and guaranteed to make someone laugh (or groan loudly in your general direction).

Check them out now and keep the party cracklin’!

#fourthofjuly #america #godblessamerica #jokes #dadjokes #familyfriendly #nevadacounty #funny

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From trampoline wine chats to a full-blown fashion heist by “little people,” Nevada County’s finest dispatch gems are back and better than ever.

Read it now and prepare to laugh, shake your head, and maybe side-eye your neighbors a little harder.

Call Log Diaries #24 is live now!

#CallLogDiaries #NevadaCounty #truecrime #dispatch #funny #thetwilightzone #police #lawenforcement #smalltownhumor

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From fenced toddler zones to sprawling disc golf courses, Nevada County’s parks have more than just playgrounds for kids.

Click below to find spots that spark joy, laughter, and community—perfect for your next family day out.

#NevadaCounty #FamilyFun #MomLife #playgrounds #parks #grassvalley #nevadacity #pioneerpark #minniepark #condonpark #nature

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Nevada County heatwave got you melting? Beat the rise with cool centered, smart DIY hacks, and savvy upgrades—no meltdown required.

Read more and subscribe for more mom-tested tips!

#NevadaCounty #BeatTheHeat #SummerSurvival #summer #airconditioning #cooloff #DIY #hacks

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Call Log Diaries #23 is live!

There's mystery clothing, relationship drama via pocket dial, and a very enthusiastic legal paperwork situation. Catch all the latest oddball moments from Nevada County’s wildest 911 calls below!

#CallLogDiaries #NevadaCounty #nevadacity #grassvalley #lawenforcement #police #truecrime #local #funny

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The Nevada County Library is crushing summer again with free crafts, storytimes, movie nights, D&D, and even reading prizes (because bribery works). Sign up for Beanstack and let the “Mom, I’m bored” crisis be someone else’s problem.

Learn more below!

#nevadacounty #summerlearningchallenge #libraryevents #communityevents #grassvalley #nevadacity #books #reading #learning #beanstacktracker #kids #children #summerevents

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Someone thought river rocks were gold, someone else tried to become a dog to sneak into a woman’s phone, oh—and a pantsless man just wanted chicken and beer.
Call Log Diaries #22 is live! It’s Nevada County weird at its finest.

#calllogdiaries #nevadacounty #nevadacity #grassvalley #truecrime #funny #lawenforcement #police #animalcontrol

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Small towns are built on charm, not crowds. If you're gonna visit, do it like you actually want to be invited back.

I’m diving into the hidden downsides of tourism—and how to do it better.

Read, share, subscribe, and let’s protect what makes our towns magical.

#SmallTownStrong #nevadacounty #nevadacity #grassvalley #community #localsupport #ittybitty4life #travel #vacation

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Call Log Diaries #20 is live and it’s a full buffet of bizarre—from caffeinated crimes to someone reporting that the internet as missing. (Yes, really..)

Dive in Nevada County's latest dose of “you can’t make this stuff up.”

#CallLogDiaries #nevadacounty #nevadacity #grassvalley #truecrime #funny #lawenforcement #local #goldcountry #gvpd #ncso #bears

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Got used oil filters collecting dust in the garage? Trade ’em in at Nevada County’s Oil Filter Exchange on June 21st!

Bring up to two filters, score up to $30 in credit, and maybe even snag a free oil change kit. Good for your car, your wallet, and the planet.

More details below!
#NevadaCounty #EcoFriendlyLiving #CarCare #OilFilterExchange #Sustainable #nevadacity #grassvalley #governmentprograms #DIYCarCare

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From gold heists to cake mix confusion and one dog with detective-level instincts, Call Log Diaries #19 is filled with small-town chaos.

Read now for the funny, real calls from Nevada County.
#CallLogDiaries #lawenforcement #police #sheriff #nevadacounty #nevadacity #grassvalley #truecrime #funny #ittybitty4life

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Say goodbye to barriers and hello to accessible health care! Nevada County's Health Access Vending (HAVEN) machines are here to provide free, confidential, and life-saving supplies like Narcan, fentanyl test strips, hygiene kits, and more.

Learn more and find locations below!

#HAVENprogram #nevadacounty #grassvalley #nevadacity #publichealth #firstaid #harmreduction #communitysupport

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Nevada County’s latest installment of Call Log Diaries is here!

This week: cats vs bats, tie-dye streakers, and a hot tub intruder with no chill (or clothing).

Call Log Diaries #19 is live. Get ready to laugh, gasp, and question everything.

Read the full madness below and subscribe for more small-town chaos.

#calllogdiaries #nevadacounty #lawenforcement #truecrime #funny #wild #sheriffsoffice #grassvalley #nevadacity

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Nevada County archive (2): More information on the archives going online in my local California historical society
https://yubanet.com/regional/nevada-county-historical-society-launches-new-digital-archive-press-release/
#nevadacounty #california #domlindars #archive #library #nchs #+

Nevada County archive: California historical society archive is online with a great search interface
https://www.theunion.com/news/explore-historic-maps-photos-newspaper-clippings-and-more-with-new-nevada-county-historical-society-digital/article_4559f100-810d-4be1-bcbf-0627aa039aaf.html
#nevadacounty #history

Turns out, in Nevada County, even the environment is plotting and the pigs are squatting.
Call Log Diaries #11 is pure chaotic gold.

Don't forget subscribe so you never miss a wild call again!

#CallLogDiaries #NevadaCounty #grassvalley #nevadacity #lawenforcement #funny #local #peacocks #environment #bigpig #specialdelivery #waynebrowncorrecionalfacility

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Spring is in full swing and Grass Valley has lots of upcoming events for the family!!

#nevadacounty #grassvalley #events #local #nevadacity #carshow #arts #thecenterforthearts #downtowngrassvalley #markets #thursdaynight

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Spring is starting to bloom in Nevada County and so is the event calendar! From tulips to tech talks there's something for everyone.

Check out the list of must attend events below and don't miss any of the fun!

#nevadacountyevents #springtime #farmersmarket #anandavillage #nevadacity #grassvalley #nevadacounty #earthfest #streetfair #techtalks #art #storytime #d&d

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