April 23, 2014

Gold Country, California: Nevada City

 My favorite library   Originally called Caldwell’s Upper Store, after Dr. Caldwell’s business which opened in 1849, by 1850 the town had become established enough that residents wanted a better name.  Nevada City was chosen…

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Where in the World is Gumbo? (#34)

  Gumbo’s taking a beach break, and here it is: Beach, bathers, bikinis and…what? What on earth is that building, and where did Gumbo find it? Here’s your chance to rack your brains, dredge your memory, and share the effort with the other Gumbo…

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Gold Country, California: Nevada City

 My favorite library   Originally called Caldwell’s Upper Store, after Dr. Caldwell’s business which opened in 1849, by 1850 the town had become established enough that residents wanted a better name.  Nevada City was chosen…

Read More

Where in the World is Gumbo? (#34)

  Gumbo’s taking a beach break, and here it is: Beach, bathers, bikinis and…what? What on earth is that building, and where did Gumbo find it? Here’s your chance to rack your brains, dredge your memory, and share the effort with the other Gumbo…

Read More