Calling outdoor enthusiasts of all ages, identities, and abilities to us for an inclusive, beginner friendly nature stroll along the Yuba River at Buttermilk Bend Trail.

Trail Info: ~2 miles, out and back trail with 230ft of gradual elevation gain
Restrooms: All gender, wheelchair accessible vault toilet at trailhead
COST: donations appreciated otherwise Free
PARKING: There is a lot nearby the trail head with a fee of $10.00 unless you have a state park pass or rent a free pass from the public library

Capacity at 25 people due to limited parking - RSVP by emailing river@youbelongoutdoors.com

Queer Sangha is a peer-led meditation and community group for all who find affinity in queerness. We come together to practice meditation and build community, resilience, and solidarity through Sangha- a Buddhist word for the community who practices together.

Our gatherings include a 30-minute meditation (seated, laying down, or standing all very welcome), a time to share and listen to each other, a metta (loving kindness) blessing, and walking meditation.

We are a peer-held, collective space. Meditation guidance is available for those who would find it supportive.

Join us! This space is open to Queer identified folks, as well as all who are exploring the possibility of Queerness as a part of their identity.

This group is offered freely. Donations are gratefully received and support the Center. Donations to the California Heritage Indigenous Research Project (CHIRP) are strongly encouraged as a thank you and acknowledgement that our center sits on unceded Nisenan land.

Every 2nd & 4th Sunday from 6:30pm to 8pm.

A night of queer community, connection, and good food & vibes. Chef Mahat has arrived from Nepal with a new full dinner menu! The evening is hosted by DJ Parker of OUT Trax.

Join local LGQBT+ folks for community and noshes! Drop by, meet folks, connect, and have a great time. This month we are at Garys Place in Grass Valley. Non-alcoholic drinks and mocktails are available, you don't have to eat or drink if you don't want to.

Queer Sangha is a peer-led meditation and community group for all who find affinity in queerness. We come together to practice meditation and build community, resilience, and solidarity through Sangha- a Buddhist word for the community who practices together.

Our gatherings include a 30-minute meditation (seated, laying down, or standing all very welcome), a time to share and listen to each other, a metta (loving kindness) blessing, and walking meditation.

We are a peer-held, collective space. Meditation guidance is available for those who would find it supportive.

Join us! This space is open to Queer identified folks, as well as all who are exploring the possibility of Queerness as a part of their identity.

This group is offered freely. Donations are gratefully received and support the Center. Donations to the California Heritage Indigenous Research Project (CHIRP) are strongly encouraged as a thank you and acknowledgement that our center sits on unceded Nisenan land.

Every 2nd & 4th Sunday from 6:30pm to 8pm.

Queer Reads is a monthly adult book club (18+) celebrating the diverse voices of queer authors, characters, stories and joy. Join us each month as we celebrate queer storytelling and foster the discovery of new ideas and unfamiliar lived-experiences.

Copies of the next month's book are available on a first-come first-served basis at all Queer Reads meetings and at the Nevada County Library.

This month we will be discussing: The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai on August 19th, 2026

Potluck and Poolside Dance Party with Lorraine Gervais

Long-time host Uli invites you to an all afternoon swim and potluck dinner followed by a dance party with Lorraine Gervais. This event is dedicated to the memory of our dear friend Andrew Rust and open to everyone from the queer community and their allies. Feel free to join for the entire day or drop in and out as you like — and don't be shy to talk to people you haven't met before.

Pool and Dinner Times, Safety and Attire
— The main event starts at 2:00 pm with potluck main course being served around 4 pm. Please bring appetizer, main, salad, side, or dessert to share. Bring your own beverages, including alcohol. 

Lorraine and band will start around 6 pm. We'll wrap up around 9:30pm.

— Consider bringing finger food suitable for serving outdoors throughout the afternoon. This event is all outdoors, kitchen facilities will not be available.

— An outdoor shower and indoor changing room will be available.

— Swim attire will be required.

— No glass in pool area, please

— Smoke or vape only in the dedicated area in front of the garage. Be aware of the fire danger.

— Please no pets.

— Consider volunteering to help clean up at the event’s end by letting the host know you are available.

— Suggested donation to Nevada County Pride: $5 or whatever you can contribute. Lorraine’s performance is underwritten by Uli Paulin, Jeff Leiter and Nelson Minar. Additional sponsorships are available by contacting Uli at uli@ulipaulin.com.

Address and Directions sent out in monthly newsletter.

Queer Sangha is a peer-led meditation and community group for all who find affinity in queerness. We come together to practice meditation and build community, resilience, and solidarity through Sangha- a Buddhist word for the community who practices together.

Our gatherings include a 30-minute meditation (seated, laying down, or standing all very welcome), a time to share and listen to each other, a metta (loving kindness) blessing, and walking meditation.

We are a peer-held, collective space. Meditation guidance is available for those who would find it supportive.

Join us! This space is open to Queer identified folks, as well as all who are exploring the possibility of Queerness as a part of their identity.

This group is offered freely. Donations are gratefully received and support the Center. Donations to the California Heritage Indigenous Research Project (CHIRP) are strongly encouraged as a thank you and acknowledgement that our center sits on unceded Nisenan land.

Every 2nd & 4th Sunday from 6:30pm to 8pm.

This is a first come first served event which can hold 80 people. We have a brand new restaurant in Nevada City called Kathmandu Hippie, which serves Nepalese food, think home made chai tea and sweet and savory mimosas. We have an event on Aug 4th. Our first, and we are considering repeating on a monthly basis which is to be an alcohol and smoke free environment with no charge and no age restrictions. It’s a family event with the idea that queer folks and their fierce allies and family members can join together under a huge shade tree in the courtyard or inside the restaurant to enjoy music and food and good times. From 6 to 7:30 is a meet and greet from 7:30 to 8 we plan some brief entertainment and from 8 o’clock till nine is more meet and greet. Anyone can come early to eat at the restaurant during the event as well. Their Chef will be making certain Sweet n Savory for our event. All of that will be reasonably priced and available for purchase. All of that is optional as there is no charge for this event. We are doing this so that young queer people who cannot join/get together in bars or go to after-school queer/straight alliances at school during the summer can have a safe space to talk with friends and meet new ones. As this is our first event, we don’t know if we’ll get 10-20 or 80 people. We have space for 40 people under the tree on the patio and we have space for 40 inside the restaurant once we’re at save capacity people will be turned away until there is space. This is a quiet neighborhood, so no alcohol will be served and music will be soft.

RSVP Requested to ParkerAtOUTtrax@gmail.com

Join us in Downtown Nevada City at Hot Summer Nights Series! Come stop by the Nevada County Pride booth and say hi, pick up some fabulous swag and meet other community members. This event repeats on July 22, and July 29.

Hot Summer Nights is a street festival of art and music, has been an annual tradition in this quaint, scenic-and sometimes quirky-community, for over 30 years. This FREE event takes place on three Wednesday evenings: July 15th, 22nd & 29th, from 6-9:30pm. During Hot Summer Nights, Nevada City’s landmark historic district is closed to vehicles and filled with art, food/beverages, local vendors, music & entertainment. You’ll find dozens of vendors, 5 stages of entertainment, kids activities including a bounce house & face painting, and much more!

More Info here

We hope you will join us for our monthly potluck at the Scott’s Flat Lake area home of John and Greg, on Saturday, July 25th, from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM. John and Greg are long-time repeat hosts, and we thank them for inviting us back to their lovely home and garden in 2026. There is a large garden and back and front porch, ideal for everyone to spread out a bit and enjoy the summer weather. Location and Directions are sent out in the newsletter.

What to Bring
— A dish to share (appetizer, salad, main, side dish, or dessert)
— Your own beverages to drink, alcohol is allowed
— $5 to support the on-going potlucks, but no one will be turned away who cannot pay
— Please consider volunteering to help clean up at the event’s end by letting the host know you are available

Join us in Downtown Nevada City at Hot Summer Nights Series! Come stop by the Nevada County Pride booth and say hi, pick up some fabulous swag and meet other community members. This event repeats on July 22, and July 29.

Hot Summer Nights is a street festival of art and music, has been an annual tradition in this quaint, scenic-and sometimes quirky-community, for over 30 years. This FREE event takes place on three Wednesday evenings: July 15th, 22nd & 29th, from 6-9:30pm. During Hot Summer Nights, Nevada City’s landmark historic district is closed to vehicles and filled with art, food/beverages, local vendors, music & entertainment. You’ll find dozens of vendors, 5 stages of entertainment, kids activities including a bounce house & face painting, and much more!

More Info here

Join local LGQBT+ folks for community and noshes! Drop by, meet folks, connect, and have a great time. This month we are at Garys Place in Grass Valley. Non-alcoholic drinks and mocktails are available, you don't have to eat or drink if you don't want to.

Free Outdoor Gear & Clothing Swap, Shop N' Learn with You Belong Outdoors

Calling all Queer Outdoor Enthusiasts and Curious Explorers! We truly believe every BODY belongs in the outdoors (and beyond) and we want to make nature more accessible and welcoming for all.

Join us for a free event where LGBTQIA2S+ outdoor enthusiast of all levels can connect, share, and learn together. Bring any gently used outdoor gear or apparel you’d like to swap—or just come browse and take what you need. Alongside the swap there will be ongoing opportunities to practice setting up/taking down various styles and sizes of tents and learning about campfire building & safety.

12:30 - we are facilitating an Introduction To the Outdoors Workshop which covers topics including;
- Know Before You Go: Plan & Prepare your mind, body, and supplies
- Hiking Essentials
- Leave No Trace & Environmental Stewardship Principles

While supplies last we have received items from our partners at:
Kula Cloth, pStyle, Wander Free & Queer, Gay Day Outdoors, Steep Mountain Tea, Trans Tape, Yerba Madre

‍Event Capacity: Event Capacity is 150 People

Please RSVP by emailing river@youbelongoutdoors or registering with our MeetUp group https://www.meetup.com/youbelongoutdoors/events/315304954/?eventOrigin=group_events_list‍ ‍

Accessibility: location has wheelchair accessible spaces, and accessible pathway to and from Cedar Circle meetup location. ASL Interpreter by request.

Website:‍ ‍https://linktr.ee/Youbelongoutdoors‍ ‍

Instagram:‍ ‍https://www.instagram.com/youbelongoutdoorsandbeyond/‍ ‍

Join us in Downtown Nevada City at Hot Summer Nights Series! Come stop by the Nevada County Pride booth and say hi, pick up some fabulous swag and meet other community members. This event repeats on July 22, and July 29.

Hot Summer Nights is a street festival of art and music, has been an annual tradition in this quaint, scenic-and sometimes quirky-community, for over 30 years. This FREE event takes place on three Wednesday evenings: July 15th, 22nd & 29th, from 6-9:30pm. During Hot Summer Nights, Nevada City’s landmark historic district is closed to vehicles and filled with art, food/beverages, local vendors, music & entertainment. You’ll find dozens of vendors, 5 stages of entertainment, kids activities including a bounce house & face painting, and much more!

More Info here

Queer Sangha is a peer-led meditation and community group for all who find affinity in queerness. We come together to practice meditation and build community, resilience, and solidarity through Sangha- a Buddhist word for the community who practices together.

Our gatherings include a 30-minute meditation (seated, laying down, or standing all very welcome), a time to share and listen to each other, a metta (loving kindness) blessing, and walking meditation.

We are a peer-held, collective space. Meditation guidance is available for those who would find it supportive.

Join us! This space is open to Queer identified folks, as well as all who are exploring the possibility of Queerness as a part of their identity.

This group is offered freely. Donations are gratefully received and support the Center. Donations to the California Heritage Indigenous Research Project (CHIRP) are strongly encouraged as a thank you and acknowledgement that our center sits on unceded Nisenan land.

Every 2nd & 4th Sunday from 6:30pm to 8pm.

Join us in Downtown Grass Valley at the Thursday Night Market Summer Series! Come stop by the Nevada County Pride booth and say hi, pick up some fabulous swag and meet other community members. This event repeats on June 18, June 25, July 2, and July 9.

Join us in Downtown Grass Valley at the Thursday Night Market Summer Series! Come stop by the Nevada County Pride booth and say hi, pick up some fabulous swag and meet other community members. This event repeats on June 18, June 25, July 2, and July 9.

Nevada County Pride is excited to announce the 2026 Pride Family Fest, formerly known as the Pride Family Picnic. The beloved annual gathering returns on June 28th from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Condon Park Pavilion in Grass Valley.

Now in its fifth year, Pride Family Fest continues its tradition of offering safe, joyful, youth-centric celebration for families, friends, and LGBTQIA+ allies across Nevada County and beyond.

Attendees can look forward to an afternoon filled with activities for all ages, including:

• Live music
• Games
• A bounce house
• Aerial arts performances
• Face painting
• Free family photos

A free community BBQ and cake will be provided, with gluten-free and vegan options available. Guests are also encouraged to bring a side dish for the community potluck.

“We’re thrilled to continue growing this event as a welcoming, affirming space where families and young people can connect, celebrate, and simply enjoy being together,” said Danielle Vanaman  Nevada County Pride Board Member. “Pride Family Fest is about joy, community, and supporting one another — and we can’t wait to share that with everyone again this year.”

The event is made possible with the support of generous community partners and sponsors committed to uplifting and celebrating LGBTQIA+ youth and families across the region.

Sign up to volunteer here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4BA4A72DABFECF8-63069005-pride#/

Pride on the Patio at BriarPatch

240 Sierra College Dr., Grass Valley, CA 95945

Join us Friday, June 26th, from 1-3pm at our Grass Valley Patio for our 5th Pride on the Patio! Our annual event helps raise awareness as we celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community.

We’ll be joined by local organizations, including Nevada County Pride, Bright Futures for Youth, Spectrum Project, Nevada County GSA clubs, Lavender Library, Yuba Harm Reduction Collective, and Placer LGBTQ+ Center!

We’ll have plenty of yummy treats, samples, and fabulous giveaway prizes. Entertainment will be provided by Nevada City’s very own drag queen extraordinaire, Cloaca!

Join us in Downtown Grass Valley at the Thursday Night Market Summer Series! Come stop by the Nevada County Pride booth and say hi, pick up some fabulous swag and meet other community members. This event repeats on June 18, June 25, July 2, and July 9.

Join local LGQBT+ folks for community and noshes! Drop by, meet folks, connect, and have a great time. This month we are at Garys Place in Grass Valley. Non-alcoholic drinks and mocktails are available, you don't have to eat or drink if you don't want to.

For the June 22 edition of KVMR’s “South of the Border” show, DJ John Watson honors Pride Month by celebrating gay and lesbian pop artists from throughout Latin America, featuring two hours of fun, upbeat, often very danceable music. The artists include Young Miko, Javiera Mena, Guitarricadelafuente, La Cruz, Solomon Ray, Raymix, and Ricky Martin, among many others. Locals can tune in at 89.5 FM, and everyone can livestream at KVMR.org.

Website: http://KVMR.org

Directed By: David Endacott-Hicks
Music Direction By: Nick Roten and Ken Hardin
Choreography By: Elizabeth Castaneda
To be performed with a Live Orchestral Band: Lead By: Nick Roten
Lighting Design By: Erin Beatie

Tickets: https://lyricrosetheatre.com/tickets

This Tony Award winning musical, based on the 1973 French Play La Cage Aux Folles, was later adapted and made into the smash hit film “The Bird Cage” starring Nathan Lane and Robin Williams. La Cage Aux Folles will have you in hysterics as you follow the story a gay couple, Georges (Kyle Bachman), the manager of a Saint-Tropez Drag Club, and Albin/Zaza (Micah Cone), his romantic partner and star attraction of their Night Club.

Farcical adventures ensue when household dynamics intersect with an ultra-conservative politician Dindon (John Arbaugh), his wife (Sara McKinnon) and their daughter (Stella Singer).

After 20 years of partnered bliss, Georges and Albin, are left in an outrageous situation when Georges’ son Jean-Michel(Grant LaCosse/Logan Hamilton) announces his impending marriage to the daughter of a bigoted, right-wing conservative Dindon. When these two very different worlds collide, things get complicated with hilarious results.

Starring: Micah Cone, Kyle Bachman, Joel Sauter, Grant LaCosse, Logan Hamilton, John Arbaugh, Sara McKinnon, Stella Singer, Lauren Rock, Bradley Wahl, Phil Loring, Haley Hanson, David Endacott-Hicks, Jerry Peters, Enzo Accettola, Angela Swindell, Malachi Killion, Amber Busse, Molly Wingerd, Andie Shaffer, Robert J Peterson, Nicole Scott, Kirsten Shipley, Anthony Andino, Ehrland Hollingsworth, Ali Adel, and Jenny Darlington-Person.

The Role of "Jean Michel" will be played by the following actor of the on the specified dates:

Logan Hamilton - 5/29, 5/31, 6/6, 6/14, 6/19, & 6/20

Grant LaCosse - 5/30, 6/5, 6/7, 6/13, & 6/15