Education

Historical Society presentation

Bill Clarke reminisces about life in American Canyon. Today, 2:30 p.m., Napa City-County Library. Info, 224-1739.

Interpretive walk

Quail Ridge Wilderness Conservancy conducts an interpretive walk on Quail Ridge Reserve on Saturday, 2:30-6:30 p.m. Reservations, (530) 758-1387.

The McLaughlin Project

The McLaughlin Reserve presents "The McLaughlin Project: A History of the Mine That Was, and the Reserve That Is" on April 15, 2:30-4:30 p.m., at the UC Davis McLaughlin Reserve, Lower Lake. Register by April 13. Info, 995-9005 or e-mail mclaughlin@ucdavis.edu.

Head Start program

Preschool is available at no cost to income-eligible families. The Head Start program offers qualified staff, well-equipped classrooms, individualized teaching, nutritional meals, health and dental screenings and more. Special consideration is given to children with special needs. Applications for September 2007 enrollment are accepted through April 27. Info, (866) 573-4274 during regular business hours.

After school child care

The NVUSD After School Childcare program is holding registration for those in need of child care before or after school for the 2007-2008 school year. Child care is available to students grades K-5 at Brown's Valley, Bel Aire, Snow, El Centro, Mt. George and West Park elementary schools. Registration begins Monday. Info, 253-3959.

Academic scholarships

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 in California. The application deadline is April 27. Info, www.cancer.org/scholar.

Education scholarships

A Voice Found, Inc. (AVF), a nonprofit career counseling and scholarship service, announces new scholarship opportunities for local students pursing vocational careers in education and training. Copies of the 2007 scholarship applications and program descriptions are available in local high school and college counseling offices or online at www.avoicefound.org.

Barks and Books

Children can read to a gentle certified therapy dog provided by Paws For Healing Mondays and Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Friday, 3- 5:15 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Children's Room of the Napa Main Library. Info, 253-4070.

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. Fitness for two is every Friday, 1-2 p.m., at Synergy QVH Wellness Center. Drop in, no charge. Info, 251-2026.

Ballet folklrico classes

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

Napa Valley Music Associates

Napa Valley Music Associates is accepting registrations for all interested music students, including adults, at beginning to advanced levels in all instruments, including voice, to be trained by top professional faculty and performing artists. Info, 252-8671 or visit www.napavalleymusicassociates.org.

Health

Family Support Group

Do you have friends or loved ones who are facing mental health issues? The Family Support Group invites you to its next meeting on Monday, 6:30-8:00 p.m. at 1500 Third St., Suite B-1, Napa. This group is sponsored by the County of Napa Health and Human Services Agency. Info, 253-4778 or 253-6192.

Man-to-Man Support Group

The Man-to-Man Support Group meets Tuesday at 7 p.m. This ACS program helps men and their families cope with prostate cancer by providing patient education, support to patients and family members and awareness of prostate cancer as a major health concern for all men. Info, (800) ACS-2345.

Diabetes Wellness classes

The Diabetes Wellness April education classes and support groups are as follows: Diabetes classes are Tuesday and April 11. Pre-diabetes class is on Wednesday. Registration required for classes. Info, 252-4411, extension 2391.

Bladder health,

plumbing seminar

Dr. James Woolley, St. Helena urologist, presents the facts on basic bladder health Thursday, 6:30-8 p.m. at the Napa Valley College Upper Valley Campus in Room 9 at 2088 College Ave., St. Helena. Glenn Ratterree from Steves Hardware presents advice on the basics of do-it-yourself plumbing. The program is free, but registration is required. Info, 963-1912.

Open Air Asthma Camp

Open Air Asthma Camp will be held April 14 and 15 at Enchanted Hills on Mount Veeder in Napa Valley. Children grades one through five will enjoy hiking, games, arts and crafts, sports and group activities while they learn to control their asthma under the guidance of health care professionals. Parents are welcome too. Sponsored by the Napa Valley Unified School District, Queen of the Valley Regional Medical Center, American Lung Association of California and Untied Shoelaces with support from the Dey Lab and Community Foundation of Napa Valley. Info, NVUSD Community Liaison's office at 253-6268.

Support groups for caregivers

A support group for caregivers co-sponsored by Adult Day Services of Napa Valley and Queen of the Valley meets Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m., and the first and third Thursday, 1-3 p.m., at 414 South Jefferson St., Napa. Info, Celine Regalia at 258-9087.

Kidney transplant/Dialysis support group

The Kidney transplant/Dialysis support group is for patients waiting for a kidney transplant or those who have already received transplants. The group meets the first Thursday of the month at the Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, 7-8 p.m. Info, Norma Guisinger at 944-1870.

Volunteer/fundraisers

Lions Club Easter baskets

Lions and bunnies will be seen together when the Greater Napa Valley Lions Club sells its famous "original" Easter baskets at the Annual Sale Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at both the Vintage Bank of Soscol Avenue and Vallerga's Market in Redwood Plaza. All proceeds support local charities as well as the many projects of Lions International.

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.

Clubs/Meetings

North Bay Regional Center

North Bay Regional Center's board of directors hold its regular business meeting Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the North Bay Regional Center, 25 Executive Court, Napa. North Bay Regional Center provides services under a state contract to people with developmental special needs residing in Napa, Solano and Sonoma counties. Info, 256-1224.

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 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.

Soroptimist International

Soroptimist International is committed to improving the lives of women and girls. Meets the first three Tuesdays of the month for lunch at the Elks Lodge in Napa. Info, Brenda Roberts at 255-4434.

International Order of the Rainbow for Girls

The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls meets every first and third Monday at the Napa Masonic Family Center, 4125 Solano Ave., Napa. Info, Diana Lovenguth at 330-0937.

Napa YLI luncheon

The Napa Young Ladies' Institute (St. John's Institute #26) announces their annual Salad Bar Luncheon, April 12 in St. Apollinaris Hall, 3700 Lassen St., Napa, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Join them for your work luncheon break. Service is quick, and there is plenty of parking near the Hall. Three baskets full of items will be raffled at 1:30 p.m. Proceeds in part go toward local charities such as scholarships for eighth-graders attending a Napa Valley Catholic High School and the Developmentally Disabled of Napa Valley.

Fashion show fundraiser

Welcome Wagon Club of Napa hosts its annual luncheon and fashion show fundraiser at Chardonnay Golf Club on April 12. The theme is "An Affair to Remember." Social hour is at 11 a.m., the luncheon is at noon and the fashion show and raffle are at 1 p.m. Info, Kathy at 255-3617.

Attic-collectable sale

Napa Women's Club hosts an Attic-Collectable Sale April 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and April 15, 9 a.m. to noon, in the Clubhouse, 218 Franklin St., Info, 226-7545.

Blue Oak fundraiser

Blue Oak School's Fourth Annual Benefit Auction, "Beneath the Canopy," will be held April 27 and 28 and will have a 1920s theme. Auctionproceeds benefit the school and are used to help maintain innovative programs and cultural and economic diversity. Info, Harmony Plenty at 261-4523 or hplenty@blueoakschool.org.

Other

Community awards

The Napa Chamber Foundation and the Mechanics Bank are accepting nominations for the Napa Valley Community Awards, "Celebrating Community," an event that recognizes local community leaders' contributions toward the betterment of Napa Valley. Nominations are due Monday. Forms are available through the Napa Chamber of Commerce, 1556 First St., Napa; the Mechanics Bank, 433 Soscol Ave., Suite B-161, Napa; or www.napachamberfoundation.org. Info, 226-7455.

Child abuse

prevention events

The Child Abuse Prevention Council invites the public to attend child abuse prevention awareness events this April. All April, there is a children's art show at the Napa City-County Library in honor of the Month of the Young Child, Community Resources for Children. Info, 253-0376. On April 14, 2-7 p.m., race an amazing mile in her shoes. Meet at the Old Courthouse, north lawn, and finish off at Downtown Joe's for a reception. The event is hosted by Sexual Assault Victim Services. Info, 252-6222. April 20, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., is American Canyon Community Kids Day at Silver Oaks Park, 475 Silver Oak Trail, American Canyon, featuring arts and crafts for kids and information available for all community members. Info, 363-0058. Finally, April 28, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. is Kid's Day at Cope Family Center at 1340 Fourth St. This is a free family fun event featuring local resources and kids activities. Info, 252-1123.

Napa spring cleaning

Earth Day volunteers are needed to give each neighborhood a good spring clean. April 21, 9-11 a.m., volunteer station set up in the parking lot of the Napa Fireman's Museum, 1201 Main St., is Earth Central. Adult and child volunteers looking to help with trash cleanup and recycling will be given gloves, bags and a list of areas in need of attention. Info, www.napaspringclean.org.