It’s been awhile… but I’m still here.

New roles, a new decade, growing kids, and a whole lot of life in between. Tell me—what are your ittybitty updates lately?

#itsbeenawhile #ittybitty4life #momblog #smalltownlife #nonprofitlife #turning30 #communitymatters #realmomlife #lifeupdates #bloggers #nevadacounty #ittybittyave

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An Americana Saga: Quirky personal museum near Grass Valley
https://www.anamericanasaga.com/
#nevadacounty #grassvalley #americana #america #museum #+

Grass Valley attacks: We've had a series of brutal youth violence incidents in Grass Valley, including some hate crimes. Nice article about the response
https://www.capradio.org/articles/2025/12/18/attacks-in-grass-valley-give-way-to-community-response/
#nevadacounty #grassvalley #california #hatecrime #violence

AI DA followup: My county prosecutor got caught filing AI slop with the court. Here's the milquetoast response about how they pinkie-swear to do better
https://yubanet.com/regional/nevada-county-district-attorney-jesse-wilson-statement-on-ai-use-in-legal-filing/
#nevadacounty #civilrights #grassvalley #scandal

Nevada County just launched a new Down Payment Assistance Program — and it could help local families finally plant roots right here in the foothills.

Here’s what to know, who qualifies, and why this matters for our small-town community.

#NevadaCounty #NevadaCountyHousing #DownPaymentAssistance #NevadaCountyLife #CommunityResources #FirstTimeHomebuyer #IttyBitty4Life #LocalUpdates #SierraFoothills #HomeownershipInCalifornia

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/11/27/nevada-countys-new-down-payment-assistance-program-what-local-families-need-to-know/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

AI DA: Our local district attorney has been caught using AI to write garbage briefs to wrongly punish people
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/25/us/prosecutor-artificial-intelligence-errors-lawyers-california.html
#nevadacounty #corruption #california #politics #legal #ai #-

North Star House history: Local landmark has some very interesting connections to early 20th century women's history, including some early Lesbian novels
https://yubanet.com/regional/north-star-house-a-new-national-history/
#northstarhouse #nevadacounty #grassvalley #juliamorgan #history #women #+

Don't forget to get your sandbags for the storms!

See where you can locally get free sandbags in Nevada County below!

#sandbags #nevadacounty #ittybitty4life #safety #weather #local #free #rain #stormyweather

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/11/12/storm-prep-in-nevada-county-free-sandbag-locations-how-to-get-ready-before-the-rain-rolls-in/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Free rides for youth are officially a thing in Nevada County!

As of Nov 1, kids 6–17 ride Nevada County Connects for free — no passes, no hassle.
This is what youth voices and community-driven change looks like.

Learn more below!

#NevadaCounty #YouthVoices #CommunityFirst #NevadaCountyConnects #GrassValley #NevadaCity #AccessibleTransit #IttyBitty4Life

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/11/05/free-bus-rides-for-nevada-county-youth-what-families-need-to-know/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Nevada County’s creative spark is turning into a wildfire of opportunity.

From film grants to mini-funds for artists, our foothill towns are proving that small communities can make big cultural waves.

Learn more below!

#NevadaCounty #NevadaCity #GrassValley #NevadaCountyArts #FilmGrant #CreativeCorps #IttyBitty4Life #LocalArtists #CommunityArts #FilmedInNevadaCounty #SupportLocal

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/11/02/nevada-countys-creative-comeback-film-grants-art-funding-and-a-flourishing-local-scene/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Getting our game face (and candy bags) ready for the biggest night of the year: trick-or-treating! 🎃

From flashlights to walkie-talkies to backup batteries, we’ve got our must-haves lined up for a smooth, magic-filled night.

See the full list below

#TrickOrTreat #HalloweenPrep #FamilyOfFive #NevadaCounty #ParentingHacks #tipsandtricks #familyfun #nevadacity #grassvalley #IttyBitty4Life

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/10/30/the-ultimate-halloween-night-prep-list-for-smooth-trick-or-treating/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

I’m exploring low-cost, high-fun things for adults to do around Nevada County—no bar required.

First up? The Open Jam Night at Gold Vibe Kombuchary in Grass Valley for great music, and pure community vibes.

#NevadaCounty #GrassValley #GoldVibeKombuchary #AfterHours #IttyBitty4Life #LocalEvents #BudgetFriendlyFun #LiveMusic #GrassValley #SupportLocalArtists #CommunityVibes

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/10/28/after-hours-open-jam-night-at-gold-vibe-kombuchary/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Transparency builds trust, strengthens community, and keeps relationships real—from boardrooms to backyard friendships.

Read the latest post on why openness isn’t optional—it’s essential.

#TransparencyMatters #IttyBitty4Life #CommunityTrust #NevadaCounty #HonestLiving #SmallTownStrong #NonprofitLeadership #OpenCommunication

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/10/27/through-clear-glass-why-transparency-matters-everywhere/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Ever wondered why we carve pumpkins? It’s not just fun—it’s folklore, harvest, and tradition all in one.

Learn the story behind pumpkin carving plus get tips for that iconic baby-in-a-pumpkin shot below!

#PumpkinCarving #BabyInAPumpkin #NevadaCounty #grassvalley #nevadacity #JackOLantern #HarvestTradition #SmallTown #IttyBitty4Life #FallPhotography #Parenting

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/10/26/from-turnips-to-torch-gourds-the-spooky-harvest-rich-history-of-pumpkin-carving/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Bring Nevada County’s haunted charm to your screen.

Three new spooky desktop wallpapers are here — featuring local haunts like you’ve never seen them before.

Download for free below before they disappear.👻✨

#NevadaCounty #GrassValley #NevadaCity #HolbrookeHotel #NorthSanJuan #SpookySeason #HauntedNevadaCounty #IttyBitty4Life #DesktopWallpaper #LocalArt #GhostStories

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/10/24/haunted-history-meets-desktop-art-nevada-county-edition/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

PG&E’s new rate proposal could shape what Nevada County pays for power through 2030.

Here’s what’s really changing and what it means for Nevada County residents like you.

#NevadaCounty #PGE #UtilityRates #WildfireSafety #GrassValley #NevadaCity #CommunityNews #IttyBitty4Life #CostOfLiving #CaliforniaEnergy

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/10/23/pge-rate-watch-what-nevada-county-needs-to-know-about-rising-energy-costs/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Nevada County is standing United Against Hate this week 💛 From library book lists to local PSAs, our community is proving that kindness and courage still lead the way.

Learn how you can be a part of it below!

#NevadaCounty #UnitedAgainstHate #CommunityStrong #InclusionMatters #NevadaCity #GrassValley #SmallTownBigHeart #IttyBitty4Life

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/10/21/nevada-county-stands-united-against-hate-what-it-looks-like-here-at-home/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Parenting takes grit and a village. Nevada County has both. From Healthy Babies home visits to 24/7 crisis support, here’s a roundup of real resources + data for caregiver resilience—because strong families make strong towns.

#NevadaCounty #kids #children #Caregiver #HealthyBabies #PublicHealth #BehavioralHealth #CrisisSupport #GoldCountry #Parenting #MentalHealthMatters

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/10/20/caregiver-resilience-in-nevada-county-and-how-we-actually-practice-it/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Kid-friendly trick-or-treat routes in Nevada County are calling! 🕸️

From kid packed downtown Nevada City to the more relaxed vibe of Lake Wildwood—there’s a route for every family.

Get info on the best areas to trick or treat in Nevada County below!

#NevadaCounty #TrickOrTreat #NevadaCity #GrassValley #FamilyFun #Halloween2025 #SmallTownMagic #Lakewildwood #pennvalley #community #IttyBitty4Life

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/10/19/best-trick-or%e2%80%90treat-spots-in-nevada-county/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

The burn ban has officially been lifted in Nevada County — but before you spark that pile, make sure you know the regulations.

Learn how to get your burn permit below and remember to: Stay safe, stay smart, and burn responsibly.

#NevadaCounty #BurnBanLifted #CALFIRE #DefensibleSpace #FireSafety #GrassValley #NevadaCity #YubaRiverCountry #IttyBitty4Life

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