From Register staff

Education

Silent book auction

Friends of the Napa City-County Library host a silent book auction and sale at 580 Coombs St., Napa, July 22, 2-7 p.m., with the last written bid accepted at 6 p.m. Items for sale and auction include rare, old and special books, autographed copies and multi-volume sets. Bidding procedures are posted at the library. Info, 265-8470 or pensionato2001@aol.com.

Story time

Farmers Market Story Time takes place Tuesdays and Saturdays 10-10:30 a.m. until Aug. 28 under the Copia Pavilion, First Street, Napa. Lola Cornish and Maria Muñoz of Community Resources for Children lead bilingual story time July 24. Sylvia Angel reads a bilingual story July 28. Mendy Behrens, Community Resources for Children, reads July 31. For children up at age 6. Info, 266-4403 or www.napalit.org.

Sing-along musical

Gary Lapow sings and plays guitar in a mini-concert called, “Get A Clue @ Your Library: The Musical.” Featuring Napa City-County Library’s summer reading theme of mystery, Lapow’s lively performance will delight kids with whodunit songs, guessing games and movement. Free and open to the public, “Get A Clue @ Your Library: The Musical,” is designed for children ages 3-12. The performance is in the Community Meeting Room of the Napa Main Library July 25, 9:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.; at Yountville Community Hall, 6516 Yount St., July 25, 2 p.m.; Sharpsteen Museum in Calistoga July 26, 10:00 a.m.; and Boys and Girls Club of American Canyon, 60 Benton Way, July 26, 2 p.m.; Info, 253-4070 or www.co.napa.ca.us/library.

Magical Mysteries

“Magical Mysteries @ the Library” offers an amusing look at mysteries that are favorites of young readers at the Napa City-County Library July 27, 10:30 a.m. Children ages 4-7 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. Meet in the Community Meeting Room at the library, 580 Coombs St., Napa. No registration required. Info, 253-4070 or www.co.napa.ca.us/library.

Child care

business workshops

Community Resources for Children presents a series about making your family child care business successful Friday nights, 6-8 p.m. July 27’s topic is Marketing, Interviewing and Contracts; Aug. 3 is Setting Up the Environment; Aug. 10, Playing is Learning; Aug. 17, Your Emergency Plan; and Aug. 24, Caring for the Caregiver. All workshops are at Community Resources for Children, 5 Financial Plaza, Suite 226, Napa. Free. Registration, 253-0376, ext. 101; or www.crcnapa.org.

Music lessons

Napa Valley Music Associates offers year-round private music instruction in voice, guitar, violin/viola, cello, flute, oboe, saxophone, drums, piano, harp, composing together, trumpet, trombone, tuba, french horn and recorder. Special summer ensemble programs are offered July and August. Info, 252-8671 or www.napavalleymusicassociates.org.

Art in the library

Oil paintings by Ning G. Mercer are featured at the Napa City-County Library in August. Mercer attributes her inspiration to travels in rural China and Mexico. A native of China, she is trained in charcoal, watercolor, pastel, acrylic and sculpture, but works primarily in oils. Come and enjoy the work of this talented artist 580 Coombs St., Napa. The Art in the Library program is a juried competition of works in various mediums. Info, 253-4223.

Kids multimedia programs

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

Real estate

Aug. 19, 1-4 p.m., EmeryNet Wealth Group presents “Real Estate Investing Basics” by Tessie Cuy at the Fairfield Inn and Suites, 3800 Broadway/Highway 29, American Canyon, in the Vineyard Room. Info, (800) 854-9903, ext. 3800.

Homeowner,

renter assistance

The Napa Senior Center at 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, offers free volunteer-run assistance in filing homeowner and renter assistance forms. The program is administered through the Vita Program in cooperation with the Franchise Tax Board. Assistance is available every Friday from 12:30-3 p.m. through Aug. 31. You qualify if your household income for the last year was $42,770 or less; you are 62 or older, blind or disabled; you are a U.S. citizen or a designated/qualified alien; you owned and occupied your home or mobile home on Dec. 31 of last year or paid at least $50 rent each month. Bring proof of age or disability, property tax bill, federal and state tax records and other income records. Info, 255-8182.

Nursery school openings Napa Valley Nursery School has pre-school openings for the 2007-2008 school year. Parents actively participate in the classroom and work together to shape the school and everything it offers. Executive Director Lori Ware (Ms. Lori) has led NVNS since 1986. Info, 252-2402.

Connolly Ranch

field trips

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

Free education books

Napa County Office of Education provides free copies of “Summer Home Learning Recipes” and “10 Fun Summer Learning Activities.” There are also free copies of “Supporting Early Literacy in Natural Environments” available in English and Spanish that suggest strategies parents can use based on activities that are part of the family’s daily routines. Info, 253-6810.

Napa School of Music

The Napa School of Music offers music lessons year-round for all styles of music, levels of ability and ages. Beginners and adults welcome. Instruction is available on bass, drums, flute, acoustic and electric guitar, keyboard, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, tuba, upright bass, viola, violin and voice. The school also offers a “School of Rock” style program called Garage Band 101 in which participants learn to play and perform in a rock band. A similar program is offered for adults called Working for the Weekend. Info, 252-4040 or www.napaschoolofmusic.com.

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.

Art scholarship

The “Color is Life” Art Scholarship Fund is in honor of Dian Zepeda, Jan. 7, 1944-July 10, 2006. To donate, send to the “Dian Zepeda, Color is Life” Art Scholarship Fund, c/o Napa Community Bank, 700 Trancas St., Napa, CA 94558. Info and applications, Dian’s sister Jeanne at jb234@cox.net.

Health

Diabetes Wellness

Program

The Diabetes Wellness Program at Queen of the Valley offers the new Carbohydrate Counting & Reading Food Labels class July 23 from 9-11 a.m. Registration required for all classes. Info, 252-4411, ext. 2391.

Look Good ... Feel Better

A support program offering beauty techniques for women who are about to undergo or are currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation for cancer is offered in Spanish Aug. 1, 5-7 p.m., at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 952 Napa St. Includes free cosmetics. Register by July 25 at (800) ACS-2345.

70 is the New 50

The Meadows of Napa Valley, 1800 Atrium Parkway, Napa, hosts a 70 is the New 50 Health Seminar July 25, 11:30 a.m. Come learn the latest research by the MacArthur Foundation about how to live a longer, healthier and more energetic life. Lunch included. RSVP, 257-7885.

Wine Country

Memory Walk

Alzheimer’s Association of North Bay and Hospice and Adult Day Services of Napa Valley host the Wine Country Memory Walk ’07 Team Captain Recruitment and Kickoff Celebration July 26, 5:30 p.m., at Hospice and Adult Day Services of Napa Valley, 414 S. Jefferson St., Napa. RSVP by July 24 at 573-1210.

Blood drive

The Veterans Home of California, Yountville, hosts a blood drive sponsored by Blood Centers of the Pacific July 31, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in Grant Hall. All donors receive a $15 coupon toward a one-day pass at Paramount’s Great America for up to six people. Eat and drink before donating. Info, 944-4522.

Cancer support

telephone class

American Cancer Society offers free educational and peer support telephone classes for cancer patients and their caregivers. Exploring Self-esteem and Intimacy is Aug. 8, 10 a.m. to noon. Register by Aug. 1 at (800) ACS-2345 or www.cancer.org/onlineclasses.

Hospice of Napa Valley

Courage Camp

Hospice of Napa Valley hosts a Family Courage Camp Aug. 10-12 at the Westminster Woods in Occidental. Courage Camp offers children and adults who have lost a loved one the opportunity to experience healing in the beauty of nature and through the fun of a camp experience. This weekend overnight camp provides an opportunity for families to share their loss and participate in a variety of supervised activities that promote both fun and healing. Free for Napa County residents. Info, 258-9080 or (800) 451-4664.

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. Cost per week is $15. Trikes and helmets provided. Registration, 967-2901.

Food Addicts

in Recovery

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12-step fellowship based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. The group meets Monday nights at 7 p.m. at Queen of the Valley Medical Center, 1000 Trancas St., Napa, Main Conference room next to the cafeteria. 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 Medical Center 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

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.

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.

Volunteer/fundraisers

Conservation Corps

Young people interested in helping out with Tahoe fire recovery efforts and other conservation work should consider a year in the California Conservation Corps. The CCC’s Napa Center, located on the grounds of Napa State Hospital, is hiring now for its July 25 training session. Sign up with the Corps in Napa by July 24. Info, 227-2804 or www.ccc.ca.gov.

Guest hosts needed

Guest hosts are needed for writers and poets who will be attending Napa Valley College’s annual Napa Valley Writers’ Conference July 29 to Aug. 3. Hosts are asked to provide a bedroom and access to a bathroom. Hosts are not responsible for providing transportation, food or entertainment. In return, hosts are invited to attend the daytime craft lectures and evening readings as a guest of the Writers’ Conference. This year’s fiction writers include Dan Chaon, Laura Kasischke, Antonya Nelson and Christopher Tilghman. This year’s poets are Elizabeth Alexander, Stephen Dunn, Jane Hirshfield and David St. John. Info, 246-6778, Lyanover@vom.com or www.napawritersconf.org.

Discovery Shop

The American Cancer Society Discovery Shop holds a semi-annual sale Aug. 3-5. Save 50 percent storewide. Aug, 17-19, the Discovery Shop hosts a vintage and collectible sale, featuring an eclectic mix of items from the ’20s through the ’90s. Napa Discovery Shop is at 1342 Trancas St., Napa. Info, 224-4398.

Vine Village Celebration

The 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, mkerson@vinevillage.org or www.vinevillage.org.

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.

2008 calendars

The Berryessa Senior Center’s 2008 calendar is available. Calendars can be picked up at the Senior Center on Jefferson Street or the Cantina at Spanish Flat Village. Info, 966-0675.

Volunteer for

Senior Services

The Senior Services Program is in need of volunteers to visit seniors and transport seniors to medical appointments, and people who are able to install grab bars, build small wheelchair ramps or complete minor home repairs for seniors. Info, 252-6222.

Copia wine and

food volunteers

Become a volunteer at Copia, the center for wine and food. Enjoy the social community, learn about wine and food, meet with wine experts and chefs and get discounts on programs and merchandise. Info, 265-5972 or eklevins@copia.org.

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 to seniors in Calistoga. The Brown Bag food program has 12 sites throughout Napa County where bags are distributed and delivered twice a month to low-income seniors. Volunteer days in Calistoga are the second and fourth Thursday of every month, and the usual hours of operation are from 8-10 a.m. Info, Napa Food Bank at 253-6128.

Volunteer for

Meals-on-Wheels

“Meals-on-Wheels” seeks volunteer drivers 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. 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, 253-6111.

Clubs/Meetings

Napa County

Commission on Aging

Linda Schulz, director of the Women’s Center of St. Helena Hospital, speaks at the Napa County Commission on Aging meeting, 2 p.m. July 23 at the St. Helena Fire Station. Info, 224-8334 or bettyrrhodes@sbcglobal.net.

Democrats of Napa Valley

Patty Wyman speaks at the Democrats of Napa Valley’s regular monthly meeting on July 25. Wyman recently completed a rigorous training program led by former Vice President Al Gore to spread the message about the threat of and solutions to global warming. She took part in an intensive tutorial about issues surrounding global warming, led by Gore and a team of renowned scientists and environmental educators, receiving technical training to present Gore’s computer-based slide show, which became the basis of his best-selling book and documentary film, “An Inconvenient Truth.” The presentation starts at 7 p.m. at 1015 Coombs Plaza in Napa Town Center. RSVP, 320-2324 or info@democratsofnapavalley.org. Info, www.democratsofnapavalley.org.

Retired Public Employees Association

The Retired Public Employees Association meets July 27 at noon at the Napa Senior Center.

Needlepoint Guild

The Wine Country Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild meets July 28, 10 a.m., at the Napa Senior Center. A workshop from the “ANG Project Book” follows the meeting. All stitchers welcome. Info, 255-1199.

American Red Cross

The Silverado-Napa County Chapter of the American Red Cross meets July 29, 2-4 p.m., at The White Barn, 2727 Sulphur Springs Ave., St. Helena. Elect new board members and honor local volunteers. Refreshments served. RSVP by July 23 at 257-2900.

San Francisco

Shopping Day

BON Voyagers Club of the Bank of Napa invites the public to join its popular San Francisco Shopping Day, Aug. 2. The charter bus departs at 9 a.m. from the Redwood Plaza. Cost is $35. Includes complimentary continental breakfast and a chance to win fun prizes. Reservations, 257-7777.

Vintage High

Athletic Booster Club

The Vintage High Athletic Booster Club Board meets Aug. 6, 6:30 p.m. in the high school library. The 2007-2008 board is looking for volunteers for the second vice president position to help coordinate the three major fundraisers to support the athletic programs at Vintage. All meetings open to the public.

Spinal Cord

Injury Network drawing

Napa’s Spinal Cord Injury Network holds a drawing for a convertible Mercedes Benz on Sept. 2 during the Symphony on the River event. Tickets for the drawing are $100 a piece, with a limit of 250 sold, for the convertible, a 1981 380SL with a removable hardtop. The car has 79,000 miles on it. The Mercedes is on display at SCI Network’s booth at the Chef’s Market every Friday evening until the drawing. Proceeds go toward aiding those with physical challenges. Info, 254-1952 or 938-1216.

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 Bakers Square. Info, Abbey at 224-8716.

Singles of North Bay

If you are seeking companionship or new friends, Single Seniors of North Bay offers 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

Napa Cribbage Club plays Tuesday evenings, 6:15 p.m., at Grant Hall, Veterans Home. Avoid the skunk, capture the lizard and have fun pegging. All ages welcome. 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 moms’ night out, parents’ night out and family events, as well as regular play groups. Info, jenny_gass@yahoo.com.

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.

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 Thursday of the month. Info, Molly at 254-8506 or hemsleyhome@sbcglobal.net.

Napa Valley

Photographic Society

The 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.

Napa Sons of Italy

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.

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

Calistoga Cub Football

Enrollment for Calistoga Cub Football is 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.

The N.A.P.A. Show

Join Arty “Party” Reyes, along with co-hosts George the Barber and the Hollywood Homegirl Alissa Solis, for a 90-minute fun-filled variety show. The N.A.P.A. Show airs live each Wednesday, 6-7:30 p.m., on Channel 28 and features interviews, music and games.

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.