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 Plumas Arts is the county's local arts agency
and primary events producer, promoter and
information resource for cultural activity.
Working in the spirit of collaboration, a
variety of community and private events
producers bring a richly diverse program of
cultural events to the area.
Visitors will find an impressive quality of work
by regional visual, musical and literary artists
within the Plumas County Art Gallery, galleries
in Chester, Lake Almanor, Quincy, Portola and
Graeagle, and in many restaurants, shops and
public buildings around the county.
The Town Hall Theatre, located on Main
Street in Quincy, is a professional performing
arts venue while doubling as one of the few
single screen theaters left anywhere. From
a regular schedule of feature, classic, foreign
and cult films to local dramatic productions or
dance recitals as well as visits from world
class artists, the "THT" remains close to
the hearts of residents countywide. The
Town Hall also hosts a children's theatre
program.
Music and art festivals bring the cultures of
the world to the beauty of the mountains as well
as hi ghlighting an impressive level of local
talent. The High Sierra Music Festival,
Joshua Fest and Solar Cook-Off (left photo) take visitors to
outdoor stages in July.
Chester and Graeagle fine art and craft shows
are well respected locally and in the Northern
California arts scene. Chester galleries
host a 2nd Friday Art Walk each month and Quincy
galleries host a First Friday Art Walk in
February, May and November.
In the spring, you can sample the culinary
artistry of local restaurants at the "Taste of
Plumas" where you'll find wines, music and an
art and food auction.
Quilt shows held throughout the year in
various county locations are a major draw. In October, the Mountain Harvest Festival in
Quincy blends an arts and crafts show with a
micro-brew pub tasting and music.
Bring a picnic and attend a free outdoor
summer concert! Live music is offered in
conjunction with a weekly Farmers Market on
Thursday evenings in downtown Quincy from July 3
- September 4.
 Portola City Lights evening concerts are held
on Fridays in Portola City park during July and
August. On Sundays, the public can enjoy
summer concerts at the bandshell in Lake Almanor
County Club. Live music is offered in
conjunction with a weekly Farmer's Market on
Thursday evenings in downtown Quincy from July 3
through Sept. 4. Sierra Valley Farms also
hosts a farmer's market on Fridays June 6
through Sept. 8 that includes cooking and
gardening demonstrations. Graeagle offers up a series of Dixieland Jazz
concerts each summer. The Chester
Community Chorus takes the stage for a series of
well-loved performances each May and December.
The Taylorsville Grange, with its legendary
bouncin' dance floor, hosts some of the area's
most enjoyed dances.
Words and Music, monthly presentations of
poetry and music in local cafes, frequent the
calendar with locations in Quincy, Portola and
Chester.  Come and share your talents at
open mike! Murals highlight Plumas
County heritage in Quincy and Greenville. Balls and concerts to benefit local
organizations also fill out the area's cultural
calendar. To learn more about the local arts
community contact
Plumas Arts, (530) 283-3402.
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