From Register staff

Education

Napa Valley Yoga

Baba Harihar Ramji explains why spirituality is not a mystery, but the inherent nature of each individual to live a spiritual life. Today, 7-9 p.m., Napa Valley Yoga,1834 First St., Napa. Info, 996-8915, info@sonomaashram.org or www.sonomaashram.org.

Book presentation

Nancy Manahan, Ph.D., and Becky Bohan, M.A., present their new book, “Living Consciously, Dying Gracefully: A Journey with Cancer and Beyond,” a story of a professor of nursing diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer who lived the next five years in remarkable ways, Today, 3 p.m., Copperfield’s Books, 3900A Bel Aire Plaza, Napa. Info, (651) 208-5574.

Sonoma State degree

at Napa Valley College

Sonoma State University is now offering a B.A. degree in liberal studies at Napa Valley College for those interested in re-entering college to complete their degree. At least five courses are offered each semester at Napa Valley College for academic credit. Information meetings are in the Napa Valley College Transfer Center (Library) Monday and Wednesday, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Info, 664-2611 or www.sonoma.edu/exed/degrees/napa/napa.html.

Gardening classes

Owner of Whiting Nursery in St. Helena, Kevin C. Twohey, teaches a class on Container Gardening today, 1-2:30 p.m.; and Summer Lawn Care July 14, 1:30–2:30 p.m. $10 per person. Pre-register at 963-5358.

Rental property seminar

Joe Stokley leads a free seminar on how to double or triple monthly income from rental properties Monday, 3:30–5:30 p.m., North American Title, 3273 Claremont Way, Napa. Info, 853-2263.

Napa County Commission on Aging

Meets Monday at 2 p.m., Napa County Administration Building, 1195 Third St., room 310. The guest speaker is Jim Leddy, new director of Napa County Transportation and Planning Agency, a recently formed government agency that brings together elected leaders of the county and its five cities to discuss issues of the day.

Shakespeare study tour

The Shakespeare in Performance study tour of Pacific Union College is an opportunity to experience the Oregon Shakespeare Festival July 31 to Aug. 2. Deadline for registration is Monday. Info, 965-6610 or www.puc.edu/ashland.

Homebuyers

seminar series

The next meeting of the Napa Valley First Time Homebuyers Seminar Series is Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Learn about the many affordable loan programs available for first time homebuyers, as well as how the homebuying process works. These free seminars are at Napa Land Title Co., 951 California Blvd., Napa. Includes refreshments, gifts and a drawing. Subsequent seminars are on the third Tuesday of each month. Reservations, 253-0100.

ParentsCAN

Challenging Behaviors support group meets Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at ParentsCAN Drop In Center, 3299 Claremont Way, #3, Napa. This group for parents/guardians of children with special needs and one-on-one support are offered by Parent-Child Advocacy Network (ParentsCAN). Info, 253-7444 or www.parentscan.org. A family picnic is Saturday for families of children with special needs, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reservations, 253-7444.

NCTPA guest speaker

The Napa County Transportation and Planning Agency’s public talk with Kim Baenisch, executive director of the Marin County Bicycle Coalition, is at the Napa City-County Library Community Room, 580 Coombs, Napa, 6:30-8 pm. Her topic is “Creating Successful Countywide Bicycle Programs.” Info, 251-9428 or brussell@newlevelgroup.com.

Water-Wise

landscaping workshops

The city of Napa’s 2007 Water-Wise Landscaping Workshop Series features expert presenters, free water-saving devices, literature and door prizes. Sprinkler Smarts is Thursday; Soils, Mulches and More is Sept. 20; and Perfect Plant Picks is Sept. 27. Workshops are in the Pelusi Building in Kennedy Park, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Reservations and info, 257-9309.

Retirement seminar

Award-winning author Kal Edwards presents a two-hour workshop Saturday at Queen of the Valley Wellness Center on renewing yourself during retirement. Cost is $20 for Synergy members, $25 general. Registration required. The Wellness Center is at 3421 Villa Lane (Queen of the Valley Medical Center Campus). Info, 251-1395 or lindsey.florent@stjoe.org.

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. The League was started in Washington, D. C., in 1897 “to bring women together, journalists, authors and illustrators, for their mutual benefit.” Info, Glynda Christian at 253-4216.

Music lessons

Napa Valley Music Associates offers Midsummer Music Workshops for all ages July 2 through Aug. 10. Beginning, intermediate and advanced levels available. Info, 252-8671 or www.napavalleymusicassociates.org.

Library holiday hours

The Napa Main Library, American Canyon Library and Calistoga Library are closed July 4 in observance of Independence Day. The libraries resume their normal schedules on July 5. The Yountville Library is not open on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Info, Napa Main Library at 253-4241, American Canyon Library at 644-1136, Calistoga Library at 942-4833, Yountville Library at 944-1888.

Online Book Club

The Online Book Club meets July 5, 7 p.m., to review the book club choices from the library Web site, to chat about “Black Hats” by Patrick Culhane (a.k.a. Max Allen Collins) and to select upcoming book discussion titles. The 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 using the physical book. Meets in the Community Meeting Room of the Napa Main Library, 580 Coombs St., Napa. Sign-up, 253-4216.

Library super

sleuth program

Children and parents are invited to the Sharpsteen Museum Thursday to meet Sergeant Matt Freese and his super sleuth police dog to learn how the police dog helps to solve crimes by sniffing out clues. Also, Ann Davis, children’s librarian for the Napa City-County Library, speaks about the Summer Reading Program, “Get a Clue @ Your Library.” This free 40-45 minute presentation is promoted by the Calistoga Library in cooperation with the Sharpsteen Museum and is designed for children ages 3 and older at the Sharpsteen Museum, 1311 Washington St., Calistoga, at 10 a.m. Info, 942-4833.

Reading programs

Sign-ups for Napa Library’s Teen Summer Reading Program, “It’s a Mystery @ Your Library,” 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.

American Canyon Library and Calistoga Library offer the Summer Reading Program “Get a Clue @ Your Library” for children ages 3 to 12 years of age. Story times are at the American Canyon Library Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. through July 24 for children ages 3 to 5. Special programs on Thursday afternoons at the Boys and Girls Club of American Canyon, 60 Benton Way. Bilingual story times at the Calistoga Library on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 10:30 a.m. for children ages 3 to 5. Special programs are on Thursday mornings at the Sharpsteen Museum, 1317 Washington St., Calistoga. Info, American Canyon Library at 644-1136 or Calistoga Library at 942-4833.

Magical Mysteries

An amusing look at mysteries that are favorites to young readers will be at the Napa Main Library July 27, 10:30 a.m. Children ages 4 to 7 years old are invited to join in and investigate well-known books about Nate the Great, Detective Ike Larue and Cam Jansen. This free 40-minute presentation is followed by craft activities. No registration required. Info, 253-4070 or www.co.napa.ca.us/library.

Barks & Library 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- 6:30 p.m.; and Fridays, 3-5:15 p.m. Info, 253-4070.

Domestic violence counselor training

Napa Emergency Women’s Services (NEWS) offers Domestic Violence Counselor training July 10 through July 31. This 40-hour training is state-mandated for those working with domestic violence victims or their children. Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. and on three Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Info, 252-3687, extension 4485.

Napa Valley Quilters

The Napa Valley Quilters meets July 14 at the Napa Senior Center. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., and the meeting begins at 10 a.m. The annual summer potluck and country store is followed with a scrap block workshop. Info, 255-1199 or www.napavalleyquilters.org.

Kids multi-media programs

CyberMill Technology Center is accepting entries for the Millie Awards on Sept. 7. By signing up for CyberMill’s summer multi-media programs, which runs through August 10, kids create great media and are eligible to enter the coveted. $5 per session. Info, 258-8884 or www.cybermill.org.

Connolly Ranch

field trips

This summer, Connolly Ranch offers field trips to the public. Info, www.connollyranch.org.

Free summer

education books

Napa County Office of Education provides free copies of the “Summer Home Learning Recipes” and “10 Fun Summer Learning Activities.” Info, 253-6810; specify which grade level you wish to receive.

Mommy and Me

art classes

American Canyon Family Resource Center hosts 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. 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 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.

Health

Diabetes

Wellness Program

The Diabetes Wellness Program at Queen of the Valley offers several July classes. Diabetes afternoon classes begin July 5, and morning classes begin July 10. Pre-Diabetes Class is July 5, 9-11 a.m., and the new Carbohydrate Counting & Reading Food Labels class is July 23, 9-11 a.m. Registration required for all classes.

Info, 252-4411, extension 2391.

Quit smoking

Quit smoking class open enrollment is at Queen of the Valley Hospital Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m., through July 18. The free seven-week course includes American Lung Association’s “Smoke Free” curriculum, and classes are led by A.L.A. certified facilitators. Sponsored by Community Quit Smoking Program, 2010 Jefferson St., Suite A, a division of Community Action Napa Valley. Info, 261-6771.

Cancer Society teleconferences

The California Division of the American Cancer Society offers interactive monthly teleconferences. Prevention and Treatment of Skin Cancer is July 25, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Register by July 18. Insights into Complementary/Alternative Methods of Cancer Management is Aug. 16, noon to 1 p.m. Register by Aug. 9. Registration, www.ACSMissionTraining.org or (877) 227-0320.

Tricycling classes

Napa Valley College, Community Education, leads relaxed tricycling classes for seniors. Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon, and continue throughout the summer. $15 per week. Trikes and helmets provided. Pre-register at 967-2901.

Food Addicts

in Recovery

A 12-step fellowship based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous is 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

A support group for caregivers co-sponsored by Adult Day Services of Napa Valley and Queen of the Valley Hospital 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, Norma Guisinger at 944-1870.

Suicide support group

Hospice of Napa Valley offers an ongoing monthly drop-in group providing support for the loss of a loved one to suicide. The groups meets the first Thursday of every month, 6:30-8 p.m., at Hospice and Adult Day Services of Napa Valley, 414 South Jefferson St., Napa. Info, 258-9080; ask for the bereavement services manager.

Surgical weight

loss meetings

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

White teeth help

Cope Family Center

If Dr. Adrian Fenderson at All About Smiles whitens your teeth between 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.

Napa Discovery Shop

Napa Discovery Shop, 1342 Trancas St., Napa, offers a 30 percent discount off all clothing Friday through July 1. All proceeds fund the programs of the American Cancer Society. Info, 224-4398.

Arts and crafts sale

North Bay Regional Center hosts its annual Summer Arts and Crafts Sale July 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at NBRC, 25 Executive Court, Napa.

Vine Village Celebration

The Annual Vine Village Celebration, Aug. 10 at the Chardonnay Golf Club, features golf, dinner, live and silent auctions. This is the major fundraiser for Vine Village, Inc., a nonprofit residential community that serves people with developmental disabilities in the Carneros and surrounding communities of Napa County. 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 golf tournament

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, fist-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.

Brown Bag program seeks volunteers

The Brown Bag program is in search of a site manager and assistant site manager to oversee the operation and delivery of food twice a month to low-income seniors in Calistoga. Volunteer days are the second and fourth Thursday of every month, 8-10 a.m. Info, Napa Food Bank at 253-6128.

Meals-on-Wheels

seeks volunteers

Volunteer drivers are needed to ensure homebound seniors receive nutritious meals and a bit of companionship. Drivers use their vehicles to deliver meals to homebound seniors from 10 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday. A delivery route consists of 15-20 meals per route. Volunteer drivers/riders may commit to once a week on a regular basis or be called on a substitute basis. Groups may adopt a route and rotate drivers to suit their schedule. Info, Leslie at Senior Nutrition 707-253-6111.

Clubs/Meetings

Library Commission

The Napa City-County Library Commission holds its regular public meeting July 9 at 4 p.m. in the Napa Main Library, 580 Coombs St., Napa. To place an item on the agenda, contact the Library Business Office at 253-4242 by 5 p.m. Friday. Requests for disability related accommodations may be made to the Library Business Office no less than 72 hours prior to the meeting date. Agenda packets are available beginning five days before the meeting at the Napa Main Library, the American Canyon Library, the Calistoga Library and the Yountville Library. Info, 253-4242.

Calistoga Cub Football

Enrollment is open for Calistoga Cub Football, open to all kids grades three through eight up to 135 pounds. Games begin Sept. 1. Participants do not have to attend a Calistoga school to be eligible. Cost is $50, and scholarships are available. Info, 942-1135 or 942-8979.

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

Monthly potlucks and meetings at the Napa Senior Center, and coffee/socializing every Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. Info, Dee at 226-3642, Barb at 255-8685 or Dick at 253-7242.

Cribbage

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

Mom’s Club

Napa Mom’s Club meets in the Nob Hill parking lot on Trancas Street every Thursday at 10 a.m. for a walk along the river trail. The club offers monthly mom’s night out, parents night out and family events, as well as regular play groups. Info, jenny_gass@yahoo.com.

Soroptimist International

This service organization is made up of business and professional women committed to improving the lives of women and girls. The group meets the first three Tuesdays of the month for lunch at the Elks Lodge in Napa from September through June. Info, Brenda Roberts at 255-4434.

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.

Got twins or multiples?

The Napa Valley Mothers of Twins Club is a support/social club that includes meetings, guest speakers, moms’ nights out and family events. Meets first Thursdays of the month. Info, Molly at 254-8506 or hemsleyhome@sbcglobal.net.

Eagle Cycling Club

Meets every second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. for the general membership meeting and at 5:30 p.m. for the board meeting. The club meets at Round Table Pizza in the Redwood Plaza, 3331 Solano Ave. Info, www.eaglecyclingclub.org.

Napa Valley Cruisers

Car club meets every second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Napa County Office of Education’s Conference Room, 2121 East Imola Ave. Info, www.napavalleycruisers.com.

Investment club

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

Napa County Resource Conservation District

Next meeting is 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 extension 108.

Federation of the

Blind support group

National Federation of the Blind, Napa Chapter support group meets on the third Monday of the month, 10 a.m. to noon, at Napa Senior Center, 1300 Jefferson St., Napa. Info, 224-4400 or gab_bike@napanet.net.

Napa Valley Photographic Society

Meets 7 p.m. at Studio II, 570 Soscol, Napa, on the fourth Monday of each month. Everyone 18 and older is welcome to become a member. Info, Priscilla Miles at 257-4535 or Len Powers at 255-8178.

Disabled Christian Ministries

This 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, 5-8 p.m. Volunteers from local churches serve dinner and participate in Christian activities and fellowship. Meetings are open to anyone 18 years and older. Info, Jean Donahoe at 253-2932.

Napa Sons of Italy

Lodge #2043 welcomes you to attend 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.

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 welcome. Info, 255-1199.

Sons in Retirement

Sons in Retirement 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.

Other

Jarvis Journal

A new edition of the Jarvis Journal can be seen on Channel 28 on Thursdays at noon and Fridays at 10 p.m. This production features many of your neighbors and friends, as well as an award-winning production of “Death be my mistress — Guns be my wife.” There is something for all ages and every walk of life.

Jazz cardio

on Channel 28

Napa TV, Channel 28, airs Jazz Cardio Strength Stretch Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Included are cardio, strength and stretch routines, as well as tips on weight loss, nutrition and wellness. Info, Jean O’Donnell at 227-4300.