Go Behind the Scenes

The Monthly Newsletter of 211

June 2018

Get to Know Your County with Citizen's Academy

Nevada County is now accepting applications for its 5th annual Citizen's Academy.

Citizen's Academy offers a behind-the-scenes look at the ins and outs of County government. Participants will tour six County facilities and learn from over twenty department presentations covering a wide range of services from A (Agriculture) to Z (Zoning).

This is a unique opportunity to learn about the people, places, and programs that make our

County government work. Have you ever wondered how the County plans for emergencies, who develops the County's annual budget, or what it's like to serve time in our jail? This is your chance to ask those questions and more.

Citizen's Academy takes place on ten consecutive Monday evenings from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., starting in late August and running through early November. Specific dates and topics for each session of Citizen's Academy can be found on Nevada County's website or on the Citizen's Academy brochure.

There is no cost to participate. A simple meal is provided at each session.

Applications are due July 13th. Apply online or drop off your printed application at the Rood Administrative Center at 950 Maidu Avenue, Suite 220 in Nevada City.

For more information, email the County's CEO office at ceo@co.nevada.ca.us or check out the Citizen's Academy website.

FREED Youth Program is the Latest CRAYYz

Creative. Resourceful. Adventurous. FREED's got a new mantra for youth and young adults with disabilities this summer.

FREED, a resource center for people with disabilities, is kicking off the summer with a new slate of activities bringing young people with disabilities together with a focus on fun.

Read more . . .

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Hit the Town with Summer Youth Bus Pass

Gold Country Stage is offering a Summer Youth Pass for kids ages 6-17 years old. For $25 kids can get unlimited rides from now until August 31st.

Bus routes cover Grass Valley, Nevada City, and Penn Valley, so whether you're interested in a frozen treat out on the town, a movie at one of our local theatres, or a dip in the pool, Gold Country Stage can get you there!

Get onboard . . .

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Quitting Time

Are you ready to quit smoking?

Finding your path to a smoke-free life is easier with the right help. The American Lung Association's Freedom from Smoking program is a proven way to quit smoking-and stay quit-even if you've tried before and went back to smoking.

Over the course of eight classes, you'll set a quit date, build a quit plan, and work through your first few months smoke-free with the support of your classmates.

Get started . . .

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Lunch at the Library

The Grass Valley Library, in collaboration with Grass Valley School District Child Nutrition Services, and the Nevada County Public Health Department are offering free, healthy lunch to all kids ages 18 and under this Summer.

All lunches will be served at noon Monday through Friday until August 14th. In addition to lunch, there will also be activities for youth, including games, art projects, and science experiments. No registration is required. just show up- 207 Mill St, Grass Valley.