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Community Outreach offers classes for new parents. Natural family planning birth control is discussed at 11 a.m. Thursday by Planned Parenthood. Call 251-2001.
Drop-in prenatal fitness classes help improve circulation, digestion, elimination, energy, endurance and promote more restful sleep, 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays.
Drop-in prenatal fitness classes help improve circulation, digestion, elimination, energy, endurance and promote more restful sleep, 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays.
After baby fitness class -- This free class is for moms and babies. Improve energy and strength, increase relaxation and bonding. Every Thursday at 10 a.m. Call 251-2000.
Community Outreach, 3448 Villa Lane, Napa. Classes are free.
Community Outreach, 3448 Villa Lane, Napa. Classes are free.
Money management
with Cope
Cope Family Center is holding a training course on money management techniques, including ideas on saving money, budgeting, credit and credit scoring and buying a home. Classes are 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Cope Family Center, 1340 Fourth St., Napa. To register, call Angelina at 252-1123.
NVUSD K-5 HIV/AIDS curriculum preview
Parents are invited at 6 p.m. Tuesday to the NVUSD Administration Building Board Room, 2425 Jefferson St., Napa to preview and ask questions about the NVUSD board adopted elementary school HIV/AIDS curriculum and fifth grade adolescent health curriculum. Spanish translation is provided. Not intended for students. Call April Ruygt, 253-3888.
ParentsCAN
support groups
Challenging Behaviors Support Group in English meets 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the ParentsCAN Drop-In Center, 3299 Claremont Way, Ste. 3, Napa. Call Chris Lieber, 259-8656.
General Disability Support Group in English meets 8:30 to 10 a.m. every Tuesday at the Boys & Girls Club, 650 Benton Way in American Canyon. Call Adrianne DeSantis, 259-8655.
Spanish General Disability Support Groups meets 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Stonebridge Apartments, 900 College Ave. in St. Helena. Call Rosa Ambriz, 253-7444.
Napa Peer Court
Program High school
Students can participate as peer attorneys, peer jurors, peer clerks and peer bailiffs for real juvenile cases. Peer Court meets Thursday in the criminal courthouse, 1111 Third St. Jury sign-up is at 5:30 p.m. and court concludes at 8 p.m. Please dress appropriately for a courtroom. Call 299-1630.
Friends of the Library
book sale
Come Oct. 26 through 29 for books, most selling for 25 to $2, at the American Legion Hall, 1240 Pearl St., Napa. Opens at 11 a.m. on Oct. 26 and closes 6 p.m. on Oct. 29. Hours are otherwise 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Get books for $3 per bag Oct. 29, and a free book for sixth- to 12th-grade students. Proceeds help the American Canyon Friends of the Library. Call Mike Joell, 252-0708 or Marti Franco, 647-1650.
Star gazing, moon views
Cliff De Lacy hosts "The Universe Around Us" 7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 28 at Skyline Park, at the east end of Imola Avenue in Napa. De Lacy is a solar system ambassador for the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Dress for cool weather and bring a folding chair. No white lights are allowed and flashlights must have the lens covered with red plastic to avoid interference with the views. Participants may bring their own telescopes or binoculars, and some telescopes will be provided. Other observing dates can be found at www.thestarguide.com.
Justin-Siena open house
Justin-Siena High School holds a 1 to 3 p.m. open house Oct. 29. Meet staff and students, tour of the 37-acre campus, see department presentations. Grades 5 through 8 are encouraged to attend. Call 255-0950, ext. 641.
Learn new
parenting techniques
Learn about child development, discipline, why kids misbehave and how to improve communication with your child. This free class is at 6 p.m. Tuesdays at Redwood Middle School, room A-3, through Nov. 21. Call 253-3594.
Positive parenting for parents of preteens and teens offers information about the teen brain, how to stop arguing, how to set limits and help your child develop responsibility. This free class is 6 p.m. Thursdays at Redwood Middle School, room A-3, through Nov. 2. Call 253-3594.
Parent Project in Spanish
Parent Project, a parenting education service developed for children with ADHD and other difficult behaviors, takes place at 6 p.m. Wednesdays through Nov. 29 at 5 Financial Plaza #228. Parent Project teaches parents how to communicate with their child, set limits and engage in active supervision of their child. Call 259-8174 or 253-7444.
Teens and healthy relationships
Voicing Our Independent Choices for Emancipation Support and Napa Emergency Women's Services have created a venue for teens to learn about healthy relationships. Meetings are 3 to 5 p.m. Mondays through Dec. 4 at VOICES, 1830 Soscol Ave., suite B, Napa. Call 252-2687 or 251-9432.
EDS offers
technology grants
The 2006 EDS Technology Grant program invites local teachers and library media specialists of students ages 6 to 18 (K-12) to apply for $1,500 EDS technology grants. The technology must improve students' ability to learn and achieve curriculum objectives. The application process is competitive and the deadline is Jan. 31, 2007. Applications can be obtained from the local EDS office by calling (415) 565-3928.
Senior Seminar
Wendy Lederer speaks at 9 a.m. Friday about hearing and aging. Steve Lederer talks at 10:30 a.m. about environmental management issues facing Napa. All classes are at the Napa Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St. Call 815-1388.
Health
Sutter Health Upvalley
public flu shot clinics
Clinics are open to all, but priority consideration will be given to seniors. Any senior with Medicare Part B receives a free flu shot. Bring your Medicare card and a picture ID. Pneumonia vaccine is also available and is covered by Medicare. For others, flu shots are $25 and pneumonia shots are $35. Shots are available Monday and Nov. 6 at Smith's Pharmacy, 1390 Railroad Ave., St. Helena, and Oct. 30 at Silverado Pharmacy, 1328 Lincoln Ave., Calistoga. Call 425-8920.
Raley's stores
offer flu shots
Raley's flu shot clinics have been scheduled from now through mid-November for specific dates that vary from store to store. Visit www.raleys.com for more information.
Bay Area
flu shot information
Through Jan. 31, get information about flu shot locations, times and fees by calling United Way HELPLINK at (800) 273-6222.
Body image presentation
at St. Apollinaris School
Hear a presentation by Debbie Alter Starr at 7 p.m. Tuesday at St. Apollinaris School on the topic of body image for children. Call Carrie Bacci, 259-5485.
Free immune
health seminar
Learn about the immune system, how it works and what you can do to keep it healthy, especially during the cold and flu season. 7 p.m. Thursday at 2620 W. Pueblo Ave., Napa. Call Jean Davis, R.N. at 255-4445.
Free yoga class at Symmetry Fitness Studios
Dr. Susan Craig host a yoga class 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Symmetry Fitness Studios, 1558 Silverado Trail, in celebration of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This class is free and promotes the benefits of yoga for coping with and surviving breast cancer. Call Jeannie Hutton, 258-2099.
North Bay
Fibromyalgia Forum
The North Bay Fibromyalgia Forum presents "FM: Tools of the Trade," 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Oct. 28 in room 1031 at Napa Valley College. Longtime members share their tools and assistive devices for making everyday activities easier. The event and parking are free. Call 255-7786 or e-mail fmforum@sbcglobal.net.
Look good -- feel better
This is a program for women who are about to undergo or are currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation for cancer. Learn clever tricks to enhance your natural beauty and disguise skin and hair changes 9:30 to 11 a.m. Oct. 30 at the Women's Center of St. Helena Hospital, 1299 Pine St., St. Helena. The program is free and participants receive free cosmetics. Call 255-5911, ext. 3.
October diabetes classes
The October afternoon class series is at 1 p.m. Wednesdays.
Pre-diabetes class is 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday. Diabetes support group is 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Parents of children with diabetes support group is 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday. Classes are offered through the Diabetes Wellness Program at Queen of the Valley Hospital. Call 257-4036 or 252-4411, ext. 2391.
Family support group
The Mental Health Family Support Group is 6:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 6 at 1500 Third St., suite B-1, Napa. Meetings are free, with no registration required. Call 253-4778 or 253-6192.
Free power
wheelchair program
A local medical equipment supplier is offering power wheelchairs and scooters to senior citizens and to the permanently disabled at no cost to qualified recipients. Local service and attention to detail always guaranteed. Call 864-6680.
Food Addicts
in Recovery Anonymous
Meetings are free Monday evenings from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Kaiser Permanente, 3285 Claremont Way, Napa, in the main building in the second floor conference room. Visit www.foodaddicts.org or call 226-2775.
Panic and anxiety program
This program is geared to help anyone suffering from panic, anxiety and agoraphobia control panic attacks and anticipatory anxiety. Programs held in Napa Valley on Mondays from noon to 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Call (732) 940-9658.
Beginning
meditation classes
On Wednesdays at 7 p.m., the Center for Spiritual Living, 1249 Coombs St., offers beginning meditation classes. $10 donation suggested. No experience is necessary. Classes are led by Buddhist meditation teacher, Maxine Wright, 795-8791.
Volunteer/fundraisers
Holiday assistance program
Wednesday through Sunday, help families sign up for the holiday assistance program at the Salvation Army, 590 Jefferson St. We ask for a minimum two-hour commitment. Contact Emeilia at Catholic Charities, 224-4403.
Napa High silent auction
The Napa High School Dance and Spiritleader programs host a silent auction at the newly built Carneros Inn Convention Center, 4048 Sonoma Hwy., Napa, from 6 to 10 p.m. on Oct. 28. Attendees can win an impressive collection of wine in a special raffle. $45 includes wine and hors d'oeuvres. Contact your favorite spiritleader parent or call 252-1912.
Autumn coat and
sweater drive
Hillside Christian Center and Napa Valley Food Bank co-sponsor an autumn coat and sweater drive. Bring donated coats and sweaters only to Hillside Christian Center, 100 Anderson Rd., Tuesdays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Oct. 29. Call 253-6128.
Firefighters' 'Hacker -- Wacker' Fundraiser
On Nov. 1 at 10 a.m. at the Silverado Resort north course, come for the Napa City Firefighters' 20th annual fundraiser. Cost is $90 per golfer for a four-person scramble. The day includes breakfast at 8 a.m. at Napa City Fire Station 4, 251 Gasser Dr., green fees and cart, beverages on the course and team prizes. Raffle tickets sold the day of the event; team mulligans sold at check-in at $20 per team. Please note that Silverado Resort prohibits jeans. Call Dan D'Angelo, 254-8732 or 738-0498.
Operation Treat Our Troops
Join Operation Treat our Troops and bring unopened Halloween candy to the collection bins at the quad at Northwood Elementary on Nov. 1 and Nov. 2. The troops use hard candies to help wet their mouths in the 140-degree weather, and also give them to the children they encounter. Chocolates will be sent over in November. We would also appreciate donations to help defray shipping costs. Call Heidi Ahearne, 337-5328.
Presbyterian gift and collectible sale
On Nov. 4, Presbyterian Women's Gift and Collectible Sale will be at First Presbyterian Church, 1333 Third St., Napa, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Homemade lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a $5 donation.
Irene Snow Elementary
Pavers Irene Snow Elementary School recently dedicated its new multi-purpose room. Brick pavers will be displayed on school grounds. Anyone interested in purchasing a paver should call the school at 253-3666 or Jennifer Patefield at 255-7865. Pavers sell for $50 for small and $100 for large.
AARP seeks volunteers
AARP is looking for volunteers to help taxpayers complete their 2006 federal and state returns. The AARP Tax-Aide Program offers free tax preparation assistance to low- and moderate-income taxpayers, with special attention to senior citizens. Volunteers are needed for at least four hours a week. Call 422-6338 or 255-8182.
Clubs/Meetings
Cornerstone Ministries' 15th anniversary
Come to Skyline Park at 11 a.m. today to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Cornerstone Ministries with a potluck picnic. Hamburgers, hot dogs and buns will be provided, but please bring your own chair and picnic items. Call 252-2909.
Napa Women's Club
Women of Napa Valley are invited to join the Napa Women's Club evening edition. The next meeting is on Tuesday at 218 Franklin St. in Napa. The social/networking starts at 6 p.m. and the meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.
Retired Public Employees Association
On Friday at noon at the Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, a meeting will be held with speaker Neil O'Haire, director of emergencies services. Call 224-6402.
Oktoberfest at
Moose Lodge No. 516
The Moose Lodge's German cook, Hans, invites all members and qualified guests for this year's Oktoberfest on Oct. 28 at 6 p.m. A traditional home cooked dinner will be served. Purchase tickets in advance before Oct. 25. The Napa Moose Lodge is at 3275 Browns Valley Road. Call 252-1078.
Widowed Persons Association
Join a chapter with other widows and widowers for support, friendship and activities. Come for breakfast each Tuesday at 8 a.m. at Baker's Square. Call Abbey, 224-8716.
Round and
Square Dancing
Come enjoy fun and friendly people on Wednesdays for Round Dancing from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Grange Hall, 3275 Hagen Road, Napa. $3 donation is requested. Dancing in a Square is from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.; donation $5. Bring a partner if you can, but dances are open to singles, couples and families. Call 252-3161 or 255-3278.
Napa Valley
Mothers of Twins Club
Do you have twins or multiples? Join the Napa Valley Mothers of Twins Club, a support group of moms who like to help each other and have fun. We meet on the first Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. and enjoy moms' nights out. Call 254-8506.
Napa Toastmasters
Napa Toastmasters offers a relaxed setting where you can develop your speaking and leadership skills and become a more effective communicator. Napa Toastmasters meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Springs of Napa in the Recreation Room, 3460 Villa Lane, Napa. Call 224-0740 or go to www.napatoastmasters.org.
American Needlepoint Guild
Come on the fourth Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. to the Napa Senior Center. All stitchers are welcome. Call 255-1199.
Cribbage
Cribbage is on Tuesday evenings at 6:15 p.m. at the Lincoln Center, Veterans Home and Grant Hall. Call Denny at 224-2345.
Sons in Retirement
Branch 80
SIR Branch 80 is a group of retired men that gathers once a month for a luncheon and good fellowship. The membership consists of retired men from the military, construction, government, utilities and all walks of life. Call 224-8976.
Other
Napa Senior Games
Participate in the Napa Senior Games, today's the last day. Open to all adults 50 and older. New this year are Scrabble, cribbage, bridge and line dancing. Applications are available at the Napa Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, or call 255-1800.
Family Halloween Party
Parents, children and families are invited to the 25th annual Family Halloween Party on Oct. 31, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Boys & Girls Clubs of Napa Valley's Napa Clubhouse at 1515 Pueblo Ave. Carnival games, face painting, dancing, food and beverages will be available.
Grace Church hosts
Harvest Festival
On Oct. 31 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., come to Grace Church of Napa Valley, 3765 Solano Ave., Napa, for a Harvest Festival. The theme is "The Magic Kingdom." There will be food, game booths, a maze and lots of candy. Come dressed in your favorite costume. Call 255-4033.
Spooktacular Trick or Treat
& Sight Night
On Oct. 31, from 3 to 8 p.m., gather at Napa Premium Outlets for some Halloween fun. Children are invited to trick-or-treat at participating merchants. Look for the festive Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat & Sight Night welcome signs displayed in participating merchant windows. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Offer good while supplies last.
While trick-or-treating, help give the gift of sight by donating a pair of used prescription eyeglasses or sunglasses to Sight Night, benefiting the Lions Club International and the Give the Gift of Sight Foundation.
Natural horsemanship instructor
David Lichman, a 5-star rated Parelli Natural Horsemanship instructor, will be in Napa on Nov. 4 and 5, and will demonstrate natural horsemanship techniques and teach the principles to clinic participants and their horses. Participants may bring their horse, or purchase gallery tickets. Open to all ages and disciplines. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both days at Rapp Ranch, 100 Rapp Lane in Napa. Call Sherry Fabela at (916) 648-1004 or refer to www.parelli.com.
'Spirits of St. Helena'
Come for a cemetery discovery walk celebrating 150 years of the St. Helena Cemetery on Nov. 4 in the cemetery at 2461 Spring St. at Chardonnay Way, St. Helena. Rain or shine. A $10 donation is suggested. Tours begin at 1:30, 2 and 2:30 p.m. Call 963-5244, ext. 187.
Napa Valley Adventure
Boot Camp
A new co-ed class at Skyline Park, Napa Valley Adventure Boot Camp, is held Monday through Friday through Nov. 17 at new time, 6 to 7 p.m. Call 225-2490 or goonline to napabootcamp.com.
Political events
Napa County Republican Central Committee
The Napa County Republican Central Committee will be honoring Harold Moscowite at its "Republican of the Year" Dinner on Oct. 28 at the Elk's Lodge. Vice Chairman Ron Nehring will be the guest speaker. Call 738-919.
with Cope
Cope Family Center is holding a training course on money management techniques, including ideas on saving money, budgeting, credit and credit scoring and buying a home. Classes are 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Cope Family Center, 1340 Fourth St., Napa. To register, call Angelina at 252-1123.
NVUSD K-5 HIV/AIDS curriculum preview
Parents are invited at 6 p.m. Tuesday to the NVUSD Administration Building Board Room, 2425 Jefferson St., Napa to preview and ask questions about the NVUSD board adopted elementary school HIV/AIDS curriculum and fifth grade adolescent health curriculum. Spanish translation is provided. Not intended for students. Call April Ruygt, 253-3888.
ParentsCAN
support groups
Challenging Behaviors Support Group in English meets 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the ParentsCAN Drop-In Center, 3299 Claremont Way, Ste. 3, Napa. Call Chris Lieber, 259-8656.
General Disability Support Group in English meets 8:30 to 10 a.m. every Tuesday at the Boys & Girls Club, 650 Benton Way in American Canyon. Call Adrianne DeSantis, 259-8655.
Spanish General Disability Support Groups meets 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Stonebridge Apartments, 900 College Ave. in St. Helena. Call Rosa Ambriz, 253-7444.
Napa Peer Court
Program High school
Students can participate as peer attorneys, peer jurors, peer clerks and peer bailiffs for real juvenile cases. Peer Court meets Thursday in the criminal courthouse, 1111 Third St. Jury sign-up is at 5:30 p.m. and court concludes at 8 p.m. Please dress appropriately for a courtroom. Call 299-1630.
Friends of the Library
book sale
Come Oct. 26 through 29 for books, most selling for 25 to $2, at the American Legion Hall, 1240 Pearl St., Napa. Opens at 11 a.m. on Oct. 26 and closes 6 p.m. on Oct. 29. Hours are otherwise 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Get books for $3 per bag Oct. 29, and a free book for sixth- to 12th-grade students. Proceeds help the American Canyon Friends of the Library. Call Mike Joell, 252-0708 or Marti Franco, 647-1650.
Star gazing, moon views
Cliff De Lacy hosts "The Universe Around Us" 7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 28 at Skyline Park, at the east end of Imola Avenue in Napa. De Lacy is a solar system ambassador for the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Dress for cool weather and bring a folding chair. No white lights are allowed and flashlights must have the lens covered with red plastic to avoid interference with the views. Participants may bring their own telescopes or binoculars, and some telescopes will be provided. Other observing dates can be found at www.thestarguide.com.
Justin-Siena open house
Justin-Siena High School holds a 1 to 3 p.m. open house Oct. 29. Meet staff and students, tour of the 37-acre campus, see department presentations. Grades 5 through 8 are encouraged to attend. Call 255-0950, ext. 641.
Learn new
parenting techniques
Learn about child development, discipline, why kids misbehave and how to improve communication with your child. This free class is at 6 p.m. Tuesdays at Redwood Middle School, room A-3, through Nov. 21. Call 253-3594.
Positive parenting for parents of preteens and teens offers information about the teen brain, how to stop arguing, how to set limits and help your child develop responsibility. This free class is 6 p.m. Thursdays at Redwood Middle School, room A-3, through Nov. 2. Call 253-3594.
Parent Project in Spanish
Parent Project, a parenting education service developed for children with ADHD and other difficult behaviors, takes place at 6 p.m. Wednesdays through Nov. 29 at 5 Financial Plaza #228. Parent Project teaches parents how to communicate with their child, set limits and engage in active supervision of their child. Call 259-8174 or 253-7444.
Teens and healthy relationships
Voicing Our Independent Choices for Emancipation Support and Napa Emergency Women's Services have created a venue for teens to learn about healthy relationships. Meetings are 3 to 5 p.m. Mondays through Dec. 4 at VOICES, 1830 Soscol Ave., suite B, Napa. Call 252-2687 or 251-9432.
EDS offers
technology grants
The 2006 EDS Technology Grant program invites local teachers and library media specialists of students ages 6 to 18 (K-12) to apply for $1,500 EDS technology grants. The technology must improve students' ability to learn and achieve curriculum objectives. The application process is competitive and the deadline is Jan. 31, 2007. Applications can be obtained from the local EDS office by calling (415) 565-3928.
Senior Seminar
Wendy Lederer speaks at 9 a.m. Friday about hearing and aging. Steve Lederer talks at 10:30 a.m. about environmental management issues facing Napa. All classes are at the Napa Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St. Call 815-1388.
Health
Sutter Health Upvalley
public flu shot clinics
Clinics are open to all, but priority consideration will be given to seniors. Any senior with Medicare Part B receives a free flu shot. Bring your Medicare card and a picture ID. Pneumonia vaccine is also available and is covered by Medicare. For others, flu shots are $25 and pneumonia shots are $35. Shots are available Monday and Nov. 6 at Smith's Pharmacy, 1390 Railroad Ave., St. Helena, and Oct. 30 at Silverado Pharmacy, 1328 Lincoln Ave., Calistoga. Call 425-8920.
Raley's stores
offer flu shots
Raley's flu shot clinics have been scheduled from now through mid-November for specific dates that vary from store to store. Visit www.raleys.com for more information.
Bay Area
flu shot information
Through Jan. 31, get information about flu shot locations, times and fees by calling United Way HELPLINK at (800) 273-6222.
Body image presentation
at St. Apollinaris School
Hear a presentation by Debbie Alter Starr at 7 p.m. Tuesday at St. Apollinaris School on the topic of body image for children. Call Carrie Bacci, 259-5485.
Free immune
health seminar
Learn about the immune system, how it works and what you can do to keep it healthy, especially during the cold and flu season. 7 p.m. Thursday at 2620 W. Pueblo Ave., Napa. Call Jean Davis, R.N. at 255-4445.
Free yoga class at Symmetry Fitness Studios
Dr. Susan Craig host a yoga class 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Symmetry Fitness Studios, 1558 Silverado Trail, in celebration of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This class is free and promotes the benefits of yoga for coping with and surviving breast cancer. Call Jeannie Hutton, 258-2099.
North Bay
Fibromyalgia Forum
The North Bay Fibromyalgia Forum presents "FM: Tools of the Trade," 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Oct. 28 in room 1031 at Napa Valley College. Longtime members share their tools and assistive devices for making everyday activities easier. The event and parking are free. Call 255-7786 or e-mail fmforum@sbcglobal.net.
Look good -- feel better
This is a program for women who are about to undergo or are currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation for cancer. Learn clever tricks to enhance your natural beauty and disguise skin and hair changes 9:30 to 11 a.m. Oct. 30 at the Women's Center of St. Helena Hospital, 1299 Pine St., St. Helena. The program is free and participants receive free cosmetics. Call 255-5911, ext. 3.
October diabetes classes
The October afternoon class series is at 1 p.m. Wednesdays.
Pre-diabetes class is 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday. Diabetes support group is 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Parents of children with diabetes support group is 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday. Classes are offered through the Diabetes Wellness Program at Queen of the Valley Hospital. Call 257-4036 or 252-4411, ext. 2391.
Family support group
The Mental Health Family Support Group is 6:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 6 at 1500 Third St., suite B-1, Napa. Meetings are free, with no registration required. Call 253-4778 or 253-6192.
Free power
wheelchair program
A local medical equipment supplier is offering power wheelchairs and scooters to senior citizens and to the permanently disabled at no cost to qualified recipients. Local service and attention to detail always guaranteed. Call 864-6680.
Food Addicts
in Recovery Anonymous
Meetings are free Monday evenings from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Kaiser Permanente, 3285 Claremont Way, Napa, in the main building in the second floor conference room. Visit www.foodaddicts.org or call 226-2775.
Panic and anxiety program
This program is geared to help anyone suffering from panic, anxiety and agoraphobia control panic attacks and anticipatory anxiety. Programs held in Napa Valley on Mondays from noon to 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Call (732) 940-9658.
Beginning
meditation classes
On Wednesdays at 7 p.m., the Center for Spiritual Living, 1249 Coombs St., offers beginning meditation classes. $10 donation suggested. No experience is necessary. Classes are led by Buddhist meditation teacher, Maxine Wright, 795-8791.
Volunteer/fundraisers
Holiday assistance program
Wednesday through Sunday, help families sign up for the holiday assistance program at the Salvation Army, 590 Jefferson St. We ask for a minimum two-hour commitment. Contact Emeilia at Catholic Charities, 224-4403.
Napa High silent auction
The Napa High School Dance and Spiritleader programs host a silent auction at the newly built Carneros Inn Convention Center, 4048 Sonoma Hwy., Napa, from 6 to 10 p.m. on Oct. 28. Attendees can win an impressive collection of wine in a special raffle. $45 includes wine and hors d'oeuvres. Contact your favorite spiritleader parent or call 252-1912.
Autumn coat and
sweater drive
Hillside Christian Center and Napa Valley Food Bank co-sponsor an autumn coat and sweater drive. Bring donated coats and sweaters only to Hillside Christian Center, 100 Anderson Rd., Tuesdays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Oct. 29. Call 253-6128.
Firefighters' 'Hacker -- Wacker' Fundraiser
On Nov. 1 at 10 a.m. at the Silverado Resort north course, come for the Napa City Firefighters' 20th annual fundraiser. Cost is $90 per golfer for a four-person scramble. The day includes breakfast at 8 a.m. at Napa City Fire Station 4, 251 Gasser Dr., green fees and cart, beverages on the course and team prizes. Raffle tickets sold the day of the event; team mulligans sold at check-in at $20 per team. Please note that Silverado Resort prohibits jeans. Call Dan D'Angelo, 254-8732 or 738-0498.
Operation Treat Our Troops
Join Operation Treat our Troops and bring unopened Halloween candy to the collection bins at the quad at Northwood Elementary on Nov. 1 and Nov. 2. The troops use hard candies to help wet their mouths in the 140-degree weather, and also give them to the children they encounter. Chocolates will be sent over in November. We would also appreciate donations to help defray shipping costs. Call Heidi Ahearne, 337-5328.
Presbyterian gift and collectible sale
On Nov. 4, Presbyterian Women's Gift and Collectible Sale will be at First Presbyterian Church, 1333 Third St., Napa, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Homemade lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a $5 donation.
Irene Snow Elementary
Pavers Irene Snow Elementary School recently dedicated its new multi-purpose room. Brick pavers will be displayed on school grounds. Anyone interested in purchasing a paver should call the school at 253-3666 or Jennifer Patefield at 255-7865. Pavers sell for $50 for small and $100 for large.
AARP seeks volunteers
AARP is looking for volunteers to help taxpayers complete their 2006 federal and state returns. The AARP Tax-Aide Program offers free tax preparation assistance to low- and moderate-income taxpayers, with special attention to senior citizens. Volunteers are needed for at least four hours a week. Call 422-6338 or 255-8182.
Clubs/Meetings
Cornerstone Ministries' 15th anniversary
Come to Skyline Park at 11 a.m. today to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Cornerstone Ministries with a potluck picnic. Hamburgers, hot dogs and buns will be provided, but please bring your own chair and picnic items. Call 252-2909.
Napa Women's Club
Women of Napa Valley are invited to join the Napa Women's Club evening edition. The next meeting is on Tuesday at 218 Franklin St. in Napa. The social/networking starts at 6 p.m. and the meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.
Retired Public Employees Association
On Friday at noon at the Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, a meeting will be held with speaker Neil O'Haire, director of emergencies services. Call 224-6402.
Oktoberfest at
Moose Lodge No. 516
The Moose Lodge's German cook, Hans, invites all members and qualified guests for this year's Oktoberfest on Oct. 28 at 6 p.m. A traditional home cooked dinner will be served. Purchase tickets in advance before Oct. 25. The Napa Moose Lodge is at 3275 Browns Valley Road. Call 252-1078.
Widowed Persons Association
Join a chapter with other widows and widowers for support, friendship and activities. Come for breakfast each Tuesday at 8 a.m. at Baker's Square. Call Abbey, 224-8716.
Round and
Square Dancing
Come enjoy fun and friendly people on Wednesdays for Round Dancing from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Grange Hall, 3275 Hagen Road, Napa. $3 donation is requested. Dancing in a Square is from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.; donation $5. Bring a partner if you can, but dances are open to singles, couples and families. Call 252-3161 or 255-3278.
Napa Valley
Mothers of Twins Club
Do you have twins or multiples? Join the Napa Valley Mothers of Twins Club, a support group of moms who like to help each other and have fun. We meet on the first Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. and enjoy moms' nights out. Call 254-8506.
Napa Toastmasters
Napa Toastmasters offers a relaxed setting where you can develop your speaking and leadership skills and become a more effective communicator. Napa Toastmasters meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Springs of Napa in the Recreation Room, 3460 Villa Lane, Napa. Call 224-0740 or go to www.napatoastmasters.org.
American Needlepoint Guild
Come on the fourth Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. to the Napa Senior Center. All stitchers are welcome. Call 255-1199.
Cribbage
Cribbage is on Tuesday evenings at 6:15 p.m. at the Lincoln Center, Veterans Home and Grant Hall. Call Denny at 224-2345.
Sons in Retirement
Branch 80
SIR Branch 80 is a group of retired men that gathers once a month for a luncheon and good fellowship. The membership consists of retired men from the military, construction, government, utilities and all walks of life. Call 224-8976.
Other
Napa Senior Games
Participate in the Napa Senior Games, today's the last day. Open to all adults 50 and older. New this year are Scrabble, cribbage, bridge and line dancing. Applications are available at the Napa Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, or call 255-1800.
Family Halloween Party
Parents, children and families are invited to the 25th annual Family Halloween Party on Oct. 31, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Boys & Girls Clubs of Napa Valley's Napa Clubhouse at 1515 Pueblo Ave. Carnival games, face painting, dancing, food and beverages will be available.
Grace Church hosts
Harvest Festival
On Oct. 31 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., come to Grace Church of Napa Valley, 3765 Solano Ave., Napa, for a Harvest Festival. The theme is "The Magic Kingdom." There will be food, game booths, a maze and lots of candy. Come dressed in your favorite costume. Call 255-4033.
Spooktacular Trick or Treat
& Sight Night
On Oct. 31, from 3 to 8 p.m., gather at Napa Premium Outlets for some Halloween fun. Children are invited to trick-or-treat at participating merchants. Look for the festive Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat & Sight Night welcome signs displayed in participating merchant windows. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Offer good while supplies last.
While trick-or-treating, help give the gift of sight by donating a pair of used prescription eyeglasses or sunglasses to Sight Night, benefiting the Lions Club International and the Give the Gift of Sight Foundation.
Natural horsemanship instructor
David Lichman, a 5-star rated Parelli Natural Horsemanship instructor, will be in Napa on Nov. 4 and 5, and will demonstrate natural horsemanship techniques and teach the principles to clinic participants and their horses. Participants may bring their horse, or purchase gallery tickets. Open to all ages and disciplines. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both days at Rapp Ranch, 100 Rapp Lane in Napa. Call Sherry Fabela at (916) 648-1004 or refer to www.parelli.com.
'Spirits of St. Helena'
Come for a cemetery discovery walk celebrating 150 years of the St. Helena Cemetery on Nov. 4 in the cemetery at 2461 Spring St. at Chardonnay Way, St. Helena. Rain or shine. A $10 donation is suggested. Tours begin at 1:30, 2 and 2:30 p.m. Call 963-5244, ext. 187.
Napa Valley Adventure
Boot Camp
A new co-ed class at Skyline Park, Napa Valley Adventure Boot Camp, is held Monday through Friday through Nov. 17 at new time, 6 to 7 p.m. Call 225-2490 or goonline to napabootcamp.com.
Political events
Napa County Republican Central Committee
The Napa County Republican Central Committee will be honoring Harold Moscowite at its "Republican of the Year" Dinner on Oct. 28 at the Elk's Lodge. Vice Chairman Ron Nehring will be the guest speaker. Call 738-919.
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