Loving Solutions
at ParentsCAN
Beginning Thursday, from 6 to 8 p.m., ParentsCAN will be presenting Loving Solutions, at 3299 Claremont Way, suite 3, in Napa. This seven-week training is for parents with strong-willed children ages 5 to 10. The curricula addresses Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder and provides guidelines to determine rule-setting and negotiations. Parents who complete all sessions will be given $100 to cover the cost of child care and transportation. Call 253-7444 to reserve your space.
Senior Seminar
This Friday at 9 a.m., Sgt. Pete Berg will address legal concerns relating to senior citizens. At 10:30 a.m., join Ed Burgle for accordion music. All classes are held at the Napa Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St. For more information, call 815-1388.
ParentsCAN
support groups
General Disability Support Group in English will meet every Tuesday morning from 8:30 to 10 a.m. in American Canyon at the Boys & Girls Club, 650 Benton Way. Call Adrianne DeSantis at 259-8655 for information.
Health
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 on Monday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. 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 to reserve your space.
Sutter Health
Public Flu Shot Clinics
Clinics are open to all, but priority consideration will be given to seniors. Any senior that has Medicare Part B will receive 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 on Monday and on Nov. 6 at Smith's Pharmacy, 1390 Railroad Ave., St. Helena, and on Monday at Silverado Pharmacy, 1328 Lincoln Ave., Calistoga. For more information, call 425-8920.
Flu Shot Clinic
Napa County Health & Human Services Public Health Division will be opening free flu shot clinics. Seniors and others in high-risk groups should strongly consider getting a flu shot. Shots are being given at the following times and locations:
* Wednesday, Berryessa Senior Center, 4380 Spanish Flat Loop Road, Berryessa, 966-0206
* Friday, Olympia Mobilodge, 244 American Canyon Road, American Canyon, 644-8133
* Nov. 6, St. Helena Presbyterian Church, 1438 Spring St., St. Helena, 963-1255
* Nov. 8, Angwin Fire Department, 275 College Ave., Angwin, 965-3456
* Nov. 17, Napa Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, 255-1800.
November diabetes
classes and health fair
The November afternoon class series begins this Wednesday and runs for four consecutive Wednesdays at 1 p.m.
The November evening class series begins Nov. 7 and runs for four Tuesdays in a row at 6 p.m.
The pre-diabetes class is Thursday at 9 a.m.
Diabetes Support Group is Nov. 8 at 6 p.m., and Parents of Children with Diabetes Support Group is Nov. 9 at 7 p.m.
All classes require registration through our Central Scheduling Department, 257-4036 or through the Program Assistant at 252-4411, ext. 2391. All classes and support groups are at the Wellness Center classroom #234 at 3421 Villa Lane, Napa.
The Diabetes Health Fair will be held Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the north parking lot of the Wellness Center at Queen of the Valley Hospital. The fair includes cooking demonstrations, Dr. Anne Peters, author of "Conquering Diabetes," educational materials, blood glucose and cholesterol screenings and more.
Bay Area
flu shot information
Effective immediately and through Jan. 31, get information about flu shot locations, times and fees by calling United Way HELPLINK. Call (800) 273-6222.
Man to Man Support Group
The American Cancer Society's Man to Man Support Group helps men cope with prostate cancer by providing information, education and support to patients and their caregivers. Meetings are at Queen of the Valley Hospital on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. The next meeting is Nov. 7. For more information, please contact ACS at (800) ACS-2345.
Food Addicts
in Recovery Anonymous
Free yourself from excess weight and obsessive thoughts about food and body image. 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 for other meeting locations or call 226-2775 for more information.
Panic and anxiety program
This program is geared to help anyone suffering from panic, anxiety and agoraphobia to cope with these disorders. We will teach you how to 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. For more information, call (732) 940-9658.
Neuropathy Assn., Northern California
The Northern California Chapter of the Neuropathy Association has a support group in Napa County. Meetings are held the first Thursday of each month at the Napa Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information, call Joan at 224-3212.
Volunteer/fundraisers
Firefighters 'Hacker -- Wacker' Fundraiser
On Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the Silverado Resort north golf course, come for the Napa City Firefighters 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 Drive, as well as greens fees and cart, beverages on the course and team prizes. Raffle tickets are sold the day of the event; team mulligans are sold at check-in at $20 per team. Please note that Silverado Resort prohibits blue jeans. Call Dan D'Angelo at 254-8732 or 738-0498 for reservations.
Operation Treat Our Troops
In order to show appreciation to our troops, join a candy drive called Operation Treat our Troops. Bring unopened Halloween candy to the collection bins at the quad at Northwood Elementary on Wednesday and Thursday. The troops use hard candies to help wet their mouths in the 140-degree weather, and also give them to the children they encounter. We would also appreciate donations to help defray the costs of shipping the candies. If you have any questions, want to help out, of if you can donate Christmas cards, call Heidi Ahearne, 337-5328.
Kiwanis present
'Broadway Bound'
The Kiwanis Club of Greater Napa will present a production of Neil Simon's "Broadway Bound" on Thursday at 8 p.m. at Dreamweavers Theatre, behind the River Park Shopping Center, 1637 Imola Ave. A special wine and dessert tasting provided by Truchard Vineyards and ABC Bakery starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person. Proceeds will benefit the Plasticos Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to correcting birth defects, congenital malformations and traumatic disfigurements of those at home and around the world. Call 224-7118 for tickets and information.
Presbyterian Women's Gift and Collectible Sale
On Saturday, 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 soup and dessert lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a $5 donation. Select from many collectibles items including china, glassware, linens and Christmas decorations and gifts, knitted and crocheted items, baked goods and jellies.
'Taste for Knowledge'
The "Taste for Knowledge" Wine Festival, hosted by the Napa Valley Unified Education Foundation, will be held at the Napa Fairgrounds on Saturday from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $45 in advance and $50 at the door. 21 and over, please. This event features a live and silent auction, wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres and live music. All proceeds benefit the teachers and students of the Napa Valley Unified School District.
The Meadows Holiday Crafts and Gifts Faire
The Meadows of Napa Valley's Residents Association will hold a Holiday Crafts and Gifts Faire on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Meadows, 1800 Atrium Pkwy., Napa. The faire will feature booths from local crafters selling a variety of gift ideas for the holidays. For more information, call 257-7885.
Volunteers for
free tax assistance
AARP is looking for volunteers to help taxpayers complete their 2006 federal and state returns. The AARP Tax-Aid 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. Some computer knowledge is required to assist with our free electronic filing process. Call 422-6338 or 255-8182.
Cope Family Center
seeks volunteers
Help give local families a leg up. Cope Family Center seeks volunteers to help low- and moderate-income working families. Volunteer two hours a week and make a difference. Call Angela at 252-1123, ext. 104 or e-mail
abettencourt@copefamilycenter.org for information.
Big Brothers, Big Sisters
Make a difference in a child's life by volunteering with Big Brothers, Big Sisters. For more information, please call Marie at 258-6346 or go to www.bbbsmarin-napa.org.
Clubs/Meetings
Coldwell Banker Brokers Lecture Series
Come to Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley Lecture Series, 1775 Lincoln Ave., Napa, at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. "Making Your Home Energy Efficient" will be presented by Katy Holbacher and the staff of Build It Green will present information on products and building methods that can make a home resource efficient, environmentally friendly and much easier to maintain. Classes are free and reservations are recommended. Call 258-5200.
Widowed Persons Association
The Widowed Persons Association welcomes you to 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. For more information, call Abbey at 224-8716.
Round and
Square Dancing
Come enjoy fine music, pleasant exercise, great 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.
Mothers of Twins Club
Do you have twins or multiples? Join the Napa Valley Mothers of Twins Club. We're 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. For meeting location and more information, 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. For more information, call 224-0740 or go to www.napatoastmasters.org.
Political events Democrats of Napa Valley Fundraiser
Take back Congress and California in 2006! On Friday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Jessel Gallery, 1019 Atlas Peak Road, join comedian, anchor, radio talk show host, actor and political satirist, Will Durst, and our own Democrats of Napa Valley President, Matt Pope, for a "State of the Nation/State of the Club" address. $50 per person includes a free autographed Will Durst CD with an additional donation on-site. Visit www.democratsofnapavalley.org or call or visit Democrats of Napa Valley Headquarters, 320-2324, 1015 Coombs Plaza, Napa Town Center.
Election Night Coverage
Napa TV, Napa County's only nonprofit and non-commercial television station, will be carrying live election night coverage Nov. 7 beginning at 8 p.m. Veteran broadcast journalists Barry Martin and Louisa Hufstader will anchor cablecast live from Napa City Hall on cable channels 27 and 28. For the first time in history, Upvalley viewers can follow their local races live by tuning to channel 27 while Napa and American Canyon viewers can tune to channel 28. All local races will be reported in addition to regional, state, and national results. For more information call Napa TV at 257-0574.
Other
Family Halloween Party
Parents, children and families are invited to the 25th annual Family Halloween Party on Halloween, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Boys & Girls Clubs of Napa Valley's Napa Clubhouse at 1515 Pueblo Ave. Carnival games, face painting and dancing are just some of the activities that will be offered. In addition, food and beverages will be available.
Grace Church hosts Harvest Festival
On Halloween 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. For more information, call 255-4033.
Spooktacular Trick or Treat & Sight Night
On Halloween, from 3 to 8 p.m., ghosts, goblins and ghouls are invited to gather at Napa Premium Outlets for some Halloween fun. Children are invited to have a safe and spooktacular time trick-or-treat at participating merchants throughout the center. 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 children's or adult's prescription eyeglasses or sunglasses to Sight Night, benefiting the Lions Club International and the Give the Gift of Sight Foundation. Eyeglasses and sunglasses are collected, cleaned, repaired and hand-delivered to developing countries by the Lions Club International on the Give the Gift of Sight optical mission.
Natural horsemanship instructor in Napa
David Lichman, a 5-star rated Parelli Natural Horsemanship instructor, will be in Napa on Nov. 4 and 5, for a rare Level One clinic. During the two-day course, Lichman will demonstrate natural horsemanship techniques using his own horses, as well as teaching the principles and beginning tasks 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. For more information, contact 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 Saturday in the cemetery at 2461 Spring St. at Chardonnay Way, St. Helena. Interesting people from throughout 150 years of the St. Helena Cemetery will be honored at their gravesites. Rain or shine. This is a community education event from the St. Helena Historical Society and a $10 donation is suggested. Tours begin at 1:30, 2 and 2:30 p.m. Info, 963-5244, ext. 187.