Education

Online book club

The Napa Main Library's Online Book Club is reading "Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid" by President Jimmy Carter. This book club uses the Online Book Club link on the library Web site, www.co.napa.ca.us/library, for discussion and reading materials as well as the real time book. The club meets 7 p.m. June 7, in the Community Meeting Room of the Napa Main Library at 580 Coombs St., Napa. This online book club is separate from the daytime Book Club, also sponsored by Napa Main Library. To sign up, call 253-4216.

ParentsCAN

Spanish speakers support groups meet June 7 and 19, 10:30 a.m. Challenging Behaviors support group meets June 13 and 27, 6:30 p.m. Family Picnic is June 30, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reservations required. Info, 253-7444 or visit www.parentscan.org.

Christian Science lecture

David Stevens, Christian Science practitioner and teacher, presents a one-hour lecture entitled, "How Understanding Your Spiritual Identity Heals" June 10, 3 p.m., at the Yountville Community Hall, 6516 Yount St., Yountville. Info, 815-5029.

Energy efficiency workshops

The California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance and PG&E invite winery and vineyard workers to an energy efficiency workshop on June 12 at Clos du Bois Winery. Register at www.wineinstitute.org/energyworkshop. Info, (415) 356-7545 or lisa@wineinstitute.org.

Daytime book club

Meets at the Napa Main Library, June 14, 1 p.m. The book pick for June is "Mayflower: A Story of Courage, Community and War" by Nathaniel Philbrick. Info, 253-4235.

Art in the Library

The artists of the National League of American Pen Women, Golden Gate-Marin Branch, are featured for the month of June at the Napa Main Library, 580 Coombs St., Napa. Info, Glynda Christian at 253-4216.

Teen reading program

Sign-ups for this year's Teen Summer Reading Program are through July 7. Thirteen- to 18-year-olds may join this free, self-paced summer reading program by picking up a reading record at one of the county libraries. Info, 253-4235 or visit www.co.napa.ca.us/library.

Mommy/Daddy and Me

art classes

Wednesdays, 1:30-2:30 p.m., at Fairgrounds Mobile Estates-Club House, 2525 Flosden Road, American Canyon. Instruction provided in English and Spanish. Free for American Canyon residents. R.S.V.P., 363-0058.

Art with Me

Community Resources for Children hosts Art with Me every Thursday, 5-6 p.m., at 5 Financial Plaza, Suite 110, Napa. Info, www.crcnapa.org or 253-0376, ext. 101.

Programs for parents

Baby Steps, for parents of babies up to four months old, is Tuesday mornings, 9-10 a.m. 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.

Barks & Books

Children can read to a trained therapy dog at the Napa City-County Library, 580 Coombs St., Napa, on Mondays, 5:30- 6:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m.; Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.- 6:30 p.m.; and Fridays, 3-5:15 p.m. Info, 253-4070.

Health

Family Support Group

For people with friends or loved ones who are facing mental health issues. Meets Monday, 6:30-8 p.m., 1500 Third St., Suite B-1, Napa. Sponsored by the County of Napa Health & Human Services Agency. Info, 253-4785 or 253-6192.

Tricycling classes

Napa Valley College, Community Education, leads relaxed tricycling classes for seniors. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon, beginning Tuesday. $15 per week. Trikes and helmets provided. Pre-register at 967-2901.

Prostate cancer awareness forum

Daniel P. Mirda, MD, of Redwood Oncology presents information about the most recent treatment options for prostate cancer Tuesday, 7 p.m., at Queen of the Valley Medical Center, Main Conference Room #3. Info, 252-4411, ext. 3565; 255-5911, ext. 3; or 257-6257.

Diabetes Wellness

Evening classes at Queen of the Valley begin Tuesday, afternoon classes begin Wednesday. Pre-diabetes class is Wednesday, 6-8 p.m., the new Carbohydrate Counting & Reading Food Labels class is June 25, 6-8 p.m. Registration required, 252-4411 ext. 2391.

Quit smoking

Enroll at Queen of the Valley Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m., June 5-July 18. The free seven-week course includes American Lung Association's "Smoke Free" curriculum; classes are led by A.L.A. certified facilitators. Info, 261-6771.

Relay for Life

captain's meeting

American Cancer Society's Relay for Life Team Captain's meeting is June 13, 6 p.m., in the conference room at Queen of the Valley Medical Center. Info, Jaymie at 363-0897 or Gina at 266-8510.

AARP health

care campaign

Highlighting the need for affordable, quality health care and long-term economic security for all Americans. Kick-off meeting is June 13, 10 a.m. to noon, at the Napa Elks Lodge, 2840 Soscol Ave., Napa. RSVP, (877) 926-8300 or 255-8671. Info, www.DividedWeFail.org.

American Cancer Society

Free, educational peer-support classes facilitated by medical professionals include Learning About Cancer, June 21, 10 a.m. to noon, register by June 15; Relieving Cancer Pain, July 9, 9-11 a.m., register by July 2; and Exploring Self-esteem and Intimacy, Aug. 8, 10 a.m. to noon, register by Aug. 1. Info, (800) ACS-2345 or visit www.cancer.org/onlineclasses.

Born To Age

equipment drive

Collecting wheelchairs (electric and manual), walkers, commodes, shower benches, canes/crutches and wheelchair parts and accessories until July 23 for shipment to third world counties. Especially needed are wheelchairs for children and small adults. Info, 226-7127.

Food Addicts

in Recovery

This 12-step fellowship based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous meets Monday nights at 7 p.m. at Kaiser Permanente Medical Building, 3285 Claremont Way, Napa. Info 226-2775 or www.foodaddicts.org.

Support groups

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 Thursdays, 1-3 p.m., at 414 South Jefferson St., Napa. Info, Celine Regalia at 258-9087.

Kidney/Transplant/Dialysis support group

For patients waiting for a kidney transplant or those who have already received transplants. Meets the first Thursday of the month at the Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, 7-8 p.m. No meeting in July. Info, 944-1870.

Surgical weight

loss meetings

Napa Valley Surgical Weight Loss informational meetings are 7-9 p.m. on the second Monday of the month at the Central Villas, 9 Valley West Circle, Napa. Info, 255-8252 or GrapetownCa@aol.

Wheelchair program

A local medical equipment supplier helps senior citizens and permanently disabled people get scooters and power wheelchairs at no cost if they are Medicare or Medi-Cal qualified. Info, 864-6680.

Volunteer/fundraisers

Jung Journal fundraiser

This publication of the C.G. Jung Institute of San Francisco, hosts a fundraiser June 17 at a private vineyard and biodynamic lavender farm at 3185 Dry Creek Road, Napa. Live Peruvian music, silent auction, food and refreshments. $50 for adults and $10 for children. Reservations, www.sfjungjournal.org.

Winetaster's

Cup tournament

Golf Tournament & Dinner Reception to benefit the Justin-Siena High School Athletic Department, is set for June 19 and 20. $275 and includes one round of golf, tee prizes, lunch, drinks and appetizers before the awards dinner. Additional sponsorship packages are available. Info, Beth Fox at 255-0950, extension 646; or foxb@justin-siena.org.

Napa Discovery Shop

At 1342 Trancas St., Napa. 30 percent discount off all clothing June 29 through July 1. All proceeds fund the programs of the American Cancer Society. Info, 224-4398.

White Teeth help

Cope Family Center

If Dr. Adrian Fenderson at All About Smiles whitens your teeth before the end of June, he will donate the entire fee to Cope Family Center and Smiles for Life. Info, 258-8700 or copefamilycenter.org.

Vine Village Celebration

The Annual Vine Village Celebration, Aug. 10 at the Chardonnay Golf Club, features golf, dinner and live and silent auctions. Golf only with commemorative polo shirt is $175 per person; the golf/dinner/auction package is $250 per person, and the dinner/auction package is $100 per person. Info, 255-4006, e-mail to mkerson@vinevillage.org or visit www.vinevillage.org.

American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society corporate golf tournament benefiting cancer research, education, advocacy and patient services is Sept. 24 at the Orinda Country Club. This tournament is designed to be an exclusive, first-class event for executives, their clients, vendors and colleagues. Upscale amenities offered. Info, 1-800-ACS-2345.

Mini Thrift Shop

Located at the corner of Fourth and Randolph streets in Adams Hall, proceeds from this thrift shop help women and children locally and worldwide. Open Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., through November. Sponsored by United Methodist Women. Info, 253-1411.

Clubs/Meetings

Rummage sale

Century 21 Alpha Realty hosts a rummage sale at 1290 Jefferson St., Napa, June 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. All proceeds benefit the local chapter of Easter Seals. Info, 255-8711.

Soroptimist International

On Tuesday, Nonita Mendez, Founder/CEO of New Life will speak about her program that assists homeless women ages 18-24. Meet at noon for lunch at the Elks Lodge on Soscol Avenue on the first three Tuesdays of the month. Info, Brenda Roberts at 255-4434.

North Bay

Regional Center

Corporate membership meeting Wednesday, 6 p.m., at 25 Executive Court, Napa. North Bay Regional Center provides services under a state contract to people with developmental special needs in Napa, Solano and Sonoma Counties.

Wine Country Women

Next mixer/membership drive for this social group encouraging women to be more proactive in their personal lives is Friday, 7-9 p.m., at MBFA Gallery, 1000 Main St., Napa. $10 includes cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and music. Info, Linda at 287-4410 or Katrina at 255-6232.

Napa Valley Quilters

Meets Saturday at the Napa Senior Center. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., and the meeting begins at 10 a.m. June's program is given by Joanna Figueroa, owner and designer of Fig Tree Quilts. She presents a trunk show and lecture on color and design. Info, 255-1199.

Library

Commission meeting

Next regular public meeting is June 11, 4 p.m., in the Napa Main Library, 580 Coombs St., Napa. Requests for disability-related accommodations may be made to the Library Business Office no less than 72 hours prior to the meeting date. Info, 253-4242.

Welcome Wagon Club

Hosts a June 14 luncheon meeting at Napa Valley Community Club House to honor Napa Valley Support Services and to install new officers. Social hour is at 11 a.m., followed by lunch at noon. All ladies are invited. Info, Kathy at 255-3617.

Personal Computer Users Group

Meets June 20 at the Napa Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, 7-9 p.m. Focus is on ergonomic office furniture by SmartMotion Technology Inc. of Santa Rosa. Info, www.nvpcug.org.