Monday Merchant Memo! Downtown GV Happenings

July 17th, 2023

Meet the New Board Members

Term 2024-2026!

Incumbent Director

Craig Hamilton, RHF Properties

New Director

Christine Larkin, Cake Bakery

Don't Miss the Opportunity!

Promote YOUR Business at the Nevada County Fair • August 9-13

Each Year, the GVDA, GV Chamber, and the NCERC partner to present an informational booth at the Nevada County Fair. Members of each organization have the opportunity to take one or more 2-hour sessions to promote their business at no cost! If you're interested please contact the GVDA office: (530) 272-8315

The Phoenix Taphouse

Presents

Wednesday Night Karaoke

July 19th @ 6:30 to 11:30 pm

ALL AGES ARE WELCOME!

Join us on Wednesday Evenings from 6:30-11:30 for Karaoke right in the heart of Mill Street!

MIXER ON MILL!

Thursday, July 20th @ 5:00 pm

You are cordially invited to attend the Chamber's Mixer or Mill hosted by the Nevada County Contractors Association. Join us from 5:oo to 7:00 pm on Mill Street (between West Main and Bank Streets) for a fun evening of Networking! The Market at Grass Valley will also be in high gear for further FUN down Mill!

The Market at Grass Valley

Thursday, July 20th @ 4:00 pm

Mill Street Between Bank and Neal St.

Certified Farmers Market

Fruits, Berries, Microgreens, Vegetables, and Flowers along with Food & Craft Vendors, and MUSIC!

SAVE THE DATE July 25th

Grass Valley Wildfire Prevention Discussion

City Council Meeting

Tuesday, July 25th @ 7:00 pm

City Hall • Council Chambers

Grass Valley Wildfire Preparedness, Vegetation Mitigation, and discussing the possibility of a General Tax to support those efforts are on the July 25th agenda. Council wants to hear from YOU on this important issue, so plan on attending!

Nevada County Wildfire Protection Plan Survey

To facilitate community engagement‚ the Nevada County Office of Emergency Services (OES) has launched the CWPP Survey. This survey provides an opportunity for Nevada County residents to contribute their insights.

Take the SURVEY>

Store Closing

After 9 1/2 years Beautiful is closing its doors as the building has been sold.

Everything MUST GO!

120 W. Main St, Grass Valley

10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Monday through Saturday

Through early August

CertifiedGVDA Office,

Pepe's Cafe on Mill

Pepe and his wife Wendy are moving onto Mill Street (the former location of Old Town Cafe) and will be offering breakfast and lunch. We can't wait for their doors to open and for the community to welcome Pepe's Cafe to Mill Street!! Pepe anticipates opening in July.

Now Showing in Downtown Grass Valley!

NOW PLAYING

Week of July 17th to July 23rd

Shows & Times

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NOW PLAYING

Week of July 17th to July 23rd

Shows & Times

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Assemblywoman Megan Dahle

YOU can play a part in making Downtown Beyond Fabulous! Here's how YOU can participate:

2023 Meeting Dates

Board of Directors Merchant Information Meetings: Held on the 2nd WEDNESDAY of each month at 9:00 am in City Council Chambers at City Hall. Hope to See you on August 9th!

Board of Directors Regular Board Meetings: Held on the 4th Thursday of each month at 9:15 am at GVDA offices located at 128 East Main Street.

• Promotions / Events Committee: Co-Chairs Lillie Robertson and Alyssa Orellana

Works with the Event Coordinating Team to format, organize, and raise sponsorships for annual events.

The committee meets on the 2nd Tuesday at 10:00 am at the GVDA office at 128 East Main Street.
If you'd like to serve on this committee, reach out to Lille Piland at: info@downtowngrassvalley.com

• Economic Vitality: Chair, Joy Porter

The committee works with the Chair and Staff to coordinate outreach to the BID members, to strengthen investor relationships, and enhance the aesthetic environment of downtown.

The committee meets on the 2nd Thursday at 9:30 am at the GVDA office at 128 East Main Street.
If you'd like to serve on this committee, reach out to Joy Porter at: joy@wrimagery.com

• Design: Chair, Craig Hamilton and City of Grass Valley

With the planned renovation of Mill Street and upgrades to East and West Main Streets, the City of Grass Valley is heading this committee.

The committee meets 4th Wednesday at 8:30 am in the Mayor's Conference Room, City Hall
If you'd like to volunteer to assist with projects spearheaded by this committee, reach out to Craig Hamilton at: craig@rhf.properties

Stay Connected with the GVDA!

Meet the 2023

Board of Directors & Staff

Executive Manager, Robin Galvan-Davies

info@downtowngrassvalley.com

(530) 272-8315 Office

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EXECUTIVE BOARD

Lillie Robertson, Chair • Yuba Blue

yubablue@sbcglobal.net

Joy Porter, Vice-Chair • Winding Road Imagery

joy@wrimagery.com

Debbe Blakemore, Treasurer • Associate Member

debbeblakemore@gmail.com

Alyssa Orellana, Secretary • Champagne Jane Salon

champagnejanesalon@gmail.com

Incoming Directors

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BOARD of DIRECTORS

Sue Amick, Director • Foothill Mercantile foothillmercantile@gmail.com

Nicole Arbaugh, Director • Stucki Jewelers

nicole@stuckijewelers.com

Craig Hamilton, Director, RHF Properties

craig@rhf.properties

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Incoming Directors- 2024 to 2026

Craig Hamilton, Director, RHF Properties

craig@rhf.properties

Christine Larkin, Director, Cake Bakery

christinea@cakebakerycafe.com

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CITY of GRASS VALLEY LIAISON

Mayor Jan Arbuckle

jana@cityofgrassvalley.com

Council Member Haven Caravelli, Alternate

Havenc@cityofgrassvalley.com

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Funds that were provided through the

County of Nevada’s American Rescue Plan Act allocation for Community & Economic Resiliency give the Grass Valley Downtown Association the ability to employ a staff complement designed to serve the needs of Historic Downtown Grass Valley and assist our organization in building and regaining resiliency.

Mary Ann Boyer

Administrative, Membership, and Event Support Coordinator

admin@downtowngrassvalley.com