From Register Staff

From Register staff

Education

Bear Flag Revolt Presentation

Sonoma dentist and author Peter Meyerhof speaks at 2:30 p.m. today on the new information and increased significance of the Bear Flag Revolt that his research on Bear Flag Revolt leader Dr. Robert Semple has revealed. The presentation, sponsored by the Napa County Historical Society, takes place in Community Room of the Napa City/County Library, Fifth and Coombs streets. Admission is free. Info, 224-1739.

ParentsCAN events

ParentsCAN offers the following: Grandparent support group at 10 a.m., March 5, to share concerns and needs on raising grandchildren and how to access community resources; Spanish Individual Education Plan (IEP) Clinic at 10 a.m., March 6, to learn how to work collaboratively with schools to provide the best education for children with special needs; Spanish Individual Program Plan (IPP) Training at 11 a.m., March 11, for clients of North Bay Regional Center. All meetings are at 3299 Claremont Way, Napa. Info, 253-7444.

Blue Oak School reception

Blue Oak School hosts a community reception on March 6, 7-9 p.m., for “In Our Family: Portraits of All Kinds of Families,” a photography exhibit celebrating the diversity of families. There will be a tour of the exhibit and refreshments at the middle school campus at 1272 Hayes St., Napa. Info, 261-4550 or shensler@blueoakschool.org.

Book Club

The next Book Club meeting at the Napa Main Library is on March 8 at 1 p.m. in the Community Room at 580 Coombs St. in downtown Napa. The book pick for March is “The Call of the Wild” by Jack London. All are welcome to attend and participate. Info, 253-4235.

Seminars for seniors

As part of Napa Community College’s Wellness Seminar for Seniors, Harry Martin presents “Publishing an Independent Newspaper” at 9 a.m. March 9, and Carryl Baldwin presents “Then and Now” at 10:15 a.m. Seminars are at the Senior Center on Jefferson Street. Come to any Friday morning class to sign up.

Gardening Workshop

The UCCE Master Gardeners of Napa County hosts a free public workshop, “Beginning Gardening,” in Napa at the UCCE Meeting Room, 1710 Soscol Ave., on March 10, 9:30-11:30 a.m., and in St. Helena at the Upper Valley Campus, Napa Valley College, 1088 College Ave., on March 17, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Info and registration, 253-4221.

Environmental sustainability symposium

Awakening the Dreamer Symposium is a one-day program that considers humanity’s options for the future of our world and the links between environmental sustainability, social fair-play and our sense of fulfillment as human beings. With a combination of speakers and videos, this program explores what each of us can to do to create a future of sustainability. Awakening the Dreamer is March 10, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., in the Conference Center at Napa County Office of Education, 2121 Imola Ave., Napa. RSVP, newstory@sbcglobal.net, 257-1755 or www.pachamama.org.

Napa leaders read to kids

“Napa Leaders, Readers for Kids,” a popular event in which community leaders read to local youngsters, returns to the Napa Main Library on March 10 and 11, with Napa Mayor Jill Techel as the first reader of the day at 1 p.m., March 10. The final reader that day will conclude at 5 p.m. All stories on Saturday are in English; everyone is welcome to come, regardless of language. On March 11, the library opens at 2 p.m., and leaders of the local Hispanic community will read to those in attendance. The Sunday event will conclude at 5 p.m. The Sunday stories are all in Spanish and, again, all are welcome to attend.

Job Fair

Napa Valley College presents the 2007 Spring Job Fair on March 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Napa Valley College gym, 2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, Napa. Online early registration is available at www.myinterfase.com/napavalley/employer. Info, 253-3055.

High school essay contest

Napa County high school seniors are invited to enter the “It’s a Wonderful Life” essay scholarship contest. The essay topic asks students to address how an individual has made a difference in their life. Info, contact your high school scholarship counselor or call Birthright of Napa at 255-6111. Entry deadline is March 17.

Vintage book sale

Community Projects Thrift Shop holds a vintage book sale March 24. There is a large variety of vintage books on all subjects. Community Projects, Inc. has prices far below most used book sources. Shop hours are 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sale is at 715 Franklin Street, Napa. Info, 226-7585.

Parenting classes

Napa Valley Adult School offers parenting classes at Redwood Middle School on Tuesdays through March 27 and Wednesdays through March 28. Enroll anytime. Info, 253-3594.

Tax prep counseling service

The Napa Senior Center offers free, volunteer-run tax preparation services for middle- and low-income taxpayers and seniors 60 and over, administered through AARP. Workshops are at the Napa Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, Tuesdays through April 10; and at St. Helena Library, 1492 Library, St. Helena, Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., through April 12. Clients will be seen at the Napa Senior Center by appointment only and should call 255-1800 for an appointment.

Library book club

The first meeting of the Library Book Club is March 1 at 7 p.m. at the Napa Main Library to discuss “Thinking for a Living: How to Get Better Performances and Results from Knowledge Workers,” by Thomas Davenport. Sign up at 259-8240.

Academic scholarships available

The Young Cancer Survivor Scholarship Program of the American Cancer Society is accepting applications. The awards are to be used for tuition-related expenses, fees, books and required supplies at accredited two- or four-year undergraduate institutions of higher education located in California. The application deadline is April 27. Info, www.cancer.org/scholar.

Tax prep services

Cope Family Center provides free tax preparation services to help qualifying families get their taxes done. Info, 252-1123 or azuniga@copefamilycenter.org.

Programs for parents

Baby Steps is a program for parents of babies up to four months old on Tuesday mornings, 9-10 a.m. Informational classes for parents-to-be are every fourth Monday, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at Community Outreach, 3448 Villa Lane. Drop in, no charge. Fitness for two is every Friday, 1-2 p.m. at Synergy QVH Wellness Center. Info, 251-2026.

Art with Me

Community Resources for Children hosts “Art with Me” every Thursday evening from 5-6 p.m. Bring your child and your imaginations and have fun exploring artistic mediums together. Stop by any Thursday to see what CRC has to offer. Five Financial Plaza, Suite 110, Napa. Info, www.crcnapa.org or 253-0376, extension 101.

Ballet Folklórico classes

Learn ballet folklórico every Saturday at Napa Valley College, Room 601A. Beginner and intermediate, 9-10:30 a.m.; advanced, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Info, 252 0417 or 253-3034.

Barks and Books

The Napa City-County Library’s free reading program, Barks and Books, offers children seven to 12 the opportunity to read to a gentle certified therapy dog provided by Paws For Healing. Fridays at 3 p.m. and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the Children’s Room of the Napa Main Library, 580 Coombs St., Napa. Children under the age of seven must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Info, 253-4070.

Health

Family Support Group

Do you have friends or loved ones who are facing mental health issues? The Family Support Group invites you to join in their next meeting on March 5, 6:30-8 p.m. at 1500 Third St., Suite B-1, in downtown Napa, at the corner of School Street, across from ABC Bakery. This group is sponsored by the County of Napa Health & Human Services Agency. Info, 253-4778 or 253-6192.

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. Next meeting is at Queen of the Valley Hospital on March 6 at 7 p.m. Info, ACS at (800) ACS-2345.

Diabetes support groups

The Diabetes Wellness March education classes and support groups are as follows: Diabetes classes begin March 6 and 14. Adult Support group meets March 14, and Parents of Children with Diabetes Support Group meets March 15. Registration required for classes. Info, 252-4411, extension 2391.

Senior health fair

There is a free health fair from 8:30-11:30 a.m. on March 12 at the Napa Senior Activity Center, 1500 Jefferson St. There will be information and free health screenings, including blood pressure and cholesterol checks provided to seniors and their families. Info, 255-1800.

Health screening

Residents living in and around St. Helena can be screened to reduce their risk of having a stroke. Life Line Screening will be on March 13 at the St. Helena Hospital-Women’s Center, 1299 Pine St., St. Helena. Appointments will begin at 9 a.m. Info or to schedule an appointment, (800) 697-9721 or www.lifelinescreening.com. Pre-registration is required.

Support groups for caregivers

Meets Wednesday, 6-8 p.m. and first and third Thursday, 1-3 p.m. Co-sponsored by Adult Day Services of Napa Valley and Queen of the Valley Hospital, 414 South Jefferson St., Napa. Info, Celine Regalia at 258-9087.

Panic relief support group

The panic attack and anxiety support program needs a minimum of four people to start this free local support group. Info, (732) 940-9648 or www.panicreliefinc.com.

Quit smoking today

Free classes held at Queen of the Valley Hospital, Clinic Ole and the Napa Valley Adult School. Call 261-6771 to enroll.

Senior Care Directory

The directory, published by Born to Age, contains cost comparisons of home care nursing services, area mortuaries, assisted living and retirement homes and other services available in the community. Free at area libraries, senior centers and hospital lobbies or send $3 with a request for a mailed copy to Born to Age, P.O. Box 6863, Napa, CA 94581 or by calling 226-7127.

Volunteer/fundraisers

Napa High

Academic Booster Club

Napa High School Academic Booster Club is sponsoring dine and donate events at Keva Juice and Fazerrati’s Pizza in March. NHS ABC receives 15 percent of sales at Keva Juice from 1-7 p.m. on March 8 and 22, and 15 percent of all food sales at Fazerrati’s Pizza all day on March 13. Be sure to mention Napa High ABC.

Yountville Elementary fundraiser

Yountville Elementary School P.T.A.’s 14th Annual Red and White Affair is on March 10, 6-10 p.m., at Silverado Vineyards, 6121 Silverado Trail. This is the primary fundraiser for Yountville Elementary. Guests will enjoy an evening of wine tasting with select local vintners as well as hors d’oeuvres from Yountville’s famous eateries, while bidding on silent auction lots. Tickets for this year’s Red and White Affair are on sale at Yountville Elementary School. Info, www.yes.nvusd.k12.ca.us or Sherri Fidel at 944-0996.

St. John’s Men’s Club

fund raiser

St. John’s Men’s Club, a charitable organization that completes much-needed projects for the parish and school at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, will hold a fund raiser on March 10, 6 p.m., at the St. John’s Family Hall at 924 Napa St. The evening includes a three-course dinner plus dessert, an Irish entertainment hour, a no-host bar, silent auction, the Blarney Balloon and 50/50 raffle and dancing to a local DJ until 11 p.m. Tickers are $30 per adult at the door. Info, 253-7219.

Boys & Girls Club fundraisers

The Boys & Girls Club of Napa Valley hosts the wildly popular High Society Ball on March 10 at the Napa Clubhouse, 1515 Pueblo Ave. The event features a 5:30 p.m. cocktail reception and dinner, auction and dancing at 7 p.m. Info, 255-8866.

Young School benefit

Forever Young: The 8th Annual Young School Benefit will take place March 17 at Quintessa winery (1601 Silverado Trail) in Rutherford, 6-10 p.m. The evening will consist of walk-around wine and food stations as a backdrop to an auction of one-of-a-kind wines and entertainment packages. Tickets are $75 per person and must be purchased in advance by calling 967-9909, downloading a form at www.foreveryoungbenefit.org, or sending a check to The Young School, 957 Brown St., St. Helena, CA 94574.

St. Patrick’s Breakfast

and Sweet Shoppe

The annual St. Patrick’s Breakfast and Sweet Shoppe prepared by the Napa Valley YLI members will be held in St. Apollinaris Parish Hall, 3700 Lassen St., Napa, on March 18, 8 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. The price for adults is $6 and children 12 and under are $3. This event is open to the public. Proceeds in part go toward the YLI high scholarships, Developmentally Disabled Christian Ministry and various charities in the Napa Valley.

Tiara Party

Spinelle Fine Jewelers hosts their Third Annual Tiara Party-Bollywood! on March 24, 5:30 p.m. Spinelle’s Tiara Party-Bollywood! benefits Napa Emergency Women’s Services (NEWS), a non-profit agency that assists victims of domestic violence. Tickets and info, 253-7789 for tickets and information, 1232 First Street, Napa.

Spring Swing

Dinner Dance

The Napa High School Band Boosters is asking local businesses for their support with the third annual Spring Swing Dinner Dance on March 24 at St. John’s Catholic Church Hall, Napa. The event is a fundraiser for the Napa High School Music Program, which includes marching band, concert band, jazz band, orchestra and flag team. The NHS Band Boosters is looking for a variety of prizes, including gift certificates and wine. Info, Larraine Ewing at 255-4701.

NapaLit fundraiser

March 4-11, book lovers can buy chocolate and support literacy simultaneously as Cacao Anasa, a chocolatier, donates 15 percent of its online sales to one of Napa’s newest nonprofits, NapaLit. NapaLit.org is a comprehensive Web site of Napa Valley literacy efforts ranging from kids’ story times to book club meetings and English-language learner classes. Visit www.cacaoanasa.com to buy chocolate and support NapaLit. Info, Roberta Goodin, 266-4403.

White Teeth Help

Cope Family Center

Cope Family Center and Smiles for Life are the beneficiaries of white teeth. If Dr. Adrian Fenderson whitens your teeth between March and the end of June, he will donate the entire fee to Cope Family Center and Smiles for Life. Info, 258-8700 or copefamilycenter.org.

Volunteer at Grad Nite

Volunteers are sought for Grad Nite 2007. Napa Valley high school seniors can celebrate a safe graduation on June 8 at Grad Nite at Napa Valley College from 9 p.m. until 4:30 a.m. Info, Karry Petrakis at 253-2238.

Cal Poly Alumni

golf tournament

The Northern California Chapter of the Cal Poly Alumni Association is holding its 9th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on June 23, and alumni from Napa are invited to attend. The purpose of this event is to raise scholarship funds for Northern California students and maintain contact with local alumni and friends of Cal Poly. This golf tournament is held at the Roddy Ranch Golf Course in Antioch. Registration for golfers and sponsors is underway. Info, (925) 787-7709 or www.tournevents.com/calpoly2007.

Wildlife Rescue Center

Volunteers are needed to take one three-hour shift a week throughout the season at the Wildlife Rescue Center of Napa Valley. The season runs from early May through late August. Responsibilities involve cleaning and feeding young songbirds. Participate in one of the following registration sessions at Napa City-County Library, 580 Coombs St., Napa: April 21, 11 a.m.; May 5, 11 a.m.; June 18, 6 p.m. No pre-registration required. Info, 226-5573.

Mini Thrift Shop

Located at the corner of Fourth and Randolph streets in Adams Hall, proceeds from this thrift shop go to help women and children both locally and worldwide. Open Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. through November. Sponsored by United Methodist Women. Info, 224-4785.

Donate to Salvation Army

The Salvation Army in Napa provides a hot lunch to 75-100 of Napa’s homeless, hungry and unfortunate five days a week. They also provide a packaged evening meal to approximately 50 patrons at the South Napa Homeless Shelter. Donations of beef products such as hamburger, stew meat and roasts are requested. If you are emptying a freezer or have extra meat portions and want to donate them, the Army would be appreciative. Donations can be made by contacting the head cook, Pat Calcote, at the Salvation Army at 226-8150, ext. 106, Monday through Friday.

California Cadet Academy

California Cadet Academy seeks volunteers to head a fundraising committee. Info, 864-6700 or calcadet.com.

Dreamweavers

seeks volunteers

Napa’s only community theater is 100 percent staffed by volunteers, from the actors and directors to the ushers and stage managers. Dreamweavers offers acting classes and hands-on technical training in lighting, sound, set design and construction and scenic painting. No experience needed. Info, www.dreamweaverstheatre.org or 255-LIVE.

Clubs/Meetings

Relay for Life meeting

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life kick-off event takes place March 6, 6:30-8 p.m., at the St. Apollinaris recreation room, 3700 Lassen St., Napa. The meeting will teach you how you, your family and friends can get involved in this year’s Napa Valley Relay for Life. Info, Jaymie Kilgore at 363-0897 or jaymiekilgore@sbcglobal.net.

North Bay

Regional Center

North Bay Regional Center’s Board of Directors holds their regular business meeting March 7 at 6 p.m. at the North Bay Regional Center, 25 Executive Court, Napa, and 2351 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa, via teleconferencing.

Napa Valley Quilters

The Napa Valley Quilters will meet on March 10 at 10 a.m. in the Napa Senior Center. Sylvia and Kitty Pippin with present a lecture and a Sashiko quilting and applique workshop. All quilters and quilt lovers are welcome. Info, 255-1199.

Scorpions

The Napa-Solano Audubon Society hosts “Scorpions,” a presentation by Professor Warren Savary of SF State University at 7 p.m. March 13 at Florence Douglas Senior Center, 333 Amador, Vallejo. Non-members are welcome. Refreshments will be served. Info, www.napasolanoaudubon.com.

Girl Scouts enrollment

On March 14, local fire stations host Girl Scout representatives to distribute information about Girl Scouting. Representatives will be in American Canyon at 225 James Road from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and in Napa at 2000 Trower and 251 Glasser Dr., 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Women’s Golf Association

The Sonoma-Marin-Napa Chapter of the Executive Women’s Golf Association kicks off the 2007 golf season and annual membership drive on March 17 at Peacock Gap Golf & Country Club. The program starts at 9 a.m. and includes a breakfast buffet and member benefit preview. Info and registration, select “events” at www.ewgasmn.com.

Republican women’s meeting

Major Eric Boettcher, US Army Reserves, will speak at the Napa Valley Republican Women’s monthly luncheon on May 8. Major Boettcher recently returned from deployment in Iraq and will show a video of his goodwill mission to schools in Kirkuk, Iraq. Members of the public are invited to the event at the Napa Elks Lodge, 2840 Soscol Ave. Registration at 11:00; lunch at noon. Info, 226-5090.

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. Info, Abbey at 224-8716.

Singles of North Bay

Those 55 and over are invited to breakfast and stimulating conversation on Tuesday mornings. Info, Dee at 226-3642 or Barb at 255-8685.

Cribbage

Cribbage meetings are Tuesday evenings at 6:15 p.m. at the Lincoln Center, Veterans Home and Grant Hall. Info, Denny at 224-2345.

Mommy and me

art classes

American Canyon Family Resource Center is proud to present Mommy/Daddy and Me Art Classes on Wednesdays, 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Fairgrounds Mobile Estates-Club House, 2525 Flosden Road, American Canyon. Local artist Debra Lee Hodge will share her talent of creating art with children and parents. Instruction will be provided in English and Spanish. Free for American Canyon residents. R.S.V.P. at 363 -0058.

Cycling club

Eagle Cycling Club is a nonprofit group of folks interested in bicycling who meet the second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at Round Table Pizza, Redwood Plaza, Redwood Road, and Solano Ave. No need to be a member to attend meetings or rides. There is a wide range of cyclists, from beginner to advanced. Info, www.eaglecyclingclub.org.

Napa Valley Photographic Society

The Napa Valley Photographic Society meets 7 p.m. at Studio II on the fourth Monday of each month. Studio II is located at 570 Soscol, Napa. At the Feb.. 26 meeting, three members who recently traveled to Africa will show photographs of their trip and talk about their journey. Everyone 18 and older is welcome to become a member of the Photographic Society. Info, Priscilla Miles at 257-4535 or Len Powers at 255-8178.

Needlepoint guild

The Wine Country Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild meets at the Napa Senior Center on the fourth Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. All stitchers are welcome. Info, 255-1199.

Investment club

The Stock Crusher’s Investment Club meets the second Tuesday of each month except July and December, 7-9 p.m. As Napa’s only all men’s club for long-term investing, the group is accepting new members. Info, 738-7973.

Napa County Resource Conservation District

The Napa County Resource Conservation District’s next meeting will be held at 1303 Jefferson Street, Suite 500B, 8 a.m. on the second Thursday of the month. The public is welcome. Info, Kathleen Edson 252-4188 ext. 108

Developmentally Disabled Christian Ministries

The Developmentally Disabled Christian Ministries, an interdenominational Christian education program, meets the fourth Monday of each month at the social hall of St. John’s Catholic Church, 924 Napa St., Napa, from 5 to 8 p.m. Volunteers from local churches serve dinner and participate in Christian activities and fellowship. Meetings are open to anyone 18 years of age or older. Info, Jean Donahoe at 253-2932.

Breakfast at

Napa Senior Center

The National and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE), Napa County Chapter No. 0281, serves Sunday breakfast from 7:30-11 a.m. at the Napa Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St. The public is invited to feast on ham, eggs, hotcakes and coffee. Tickets are $4 for adults and $2 for children under 12. Tickets are available at the door. Info, 224-9479.

Got twins or multiples?

Then you need to get out of the house! The Napa Valley Mothers of Twins Club is a support/social club that includes meetings, guest speakers, moms’ nights out and family events. Info, Molly at 254-8506 or hemsleyhome@sbcglobal.net.

Napa Sons of Italy

Napa Sons of Italy Lodge #2043 welcomes you to attend their monthly meetings every fourth Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Napa Activity Center, 1500 Jefferson St., Napa. Info, 252-1963 or 226-9747.

Sons in Retirement

Sons in Retirement has openings for new members. SIR is a group of retired men that gathers for monthly lunch buffets, golf tournaments, bowling league and tournaments, fishing trips, travel trips and more. SIR is dedicated to friendship and companionship for retired men. Info, Patrick Timmons, 226-7233.

Alano Club

The Alano club will cease its operation as of July 31. Info, 363-1992.