John’s Rose Garden holds its Open Garden Day today, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s a once-a-year opportunity to see modern hybrid teas and floribunda roses in this garden of more than 500 varieties, including some dating back to the 1400s. Admission is free but donations support the John’s Rose Garden Memorial Scholarship Fund at Napa Valley College. The garden is at 1020 Mount George Ave., Napa./Register

River Festival at the Yacht Club

Friends of the Napa River and the Napa Valley Yacht Club host a celebration of the Napa River, today at the Napa Valley Yacht Club, 100 Riverside Drive, Napa. This fun filled and educational day on the river takes place noon to 4. Alvon Johnson plays music, noon to 2 p.m., and the Napa College Jazz Band performs, 2-4 p.m. Highlights include electric boat tours on the River, kayak and fly fishing demonstrations, a visit from a Coast Guard rescue boat, activities and games for children and river information. Food and wine will be available for purchase. Admission is free. Info, 254-8520 or www.friendsofthenapariver.org./Register

Make wild birds welcome in your yard

Enjoying your yard this weekend amidst nature and the great outdoors?

Some think weekends are “for the birds,” and they make extra effort to welcome them. Wild birds are extremely beneficial for both your yard and garden, as well as being simply enjoyable for their beauty.

Besides adding active life and cheerful sounds, birds devour large quantities of insects and are one of the best natural means of keeping pests in check all summer long.

Strategically adding feeders, bird seed, and nectar or sweet liquids for hummingbirds, will draw birds in and keep them in view for hours of Mother Nature’s free entertainment.

For best results, keep feeders in the open away from shrubbery and not too close to buildings. If you have a kitty roaming outdoors, add a bell to give the birds fair warning./AP