Education

NVC fall registration

Fall classes start Aug. 20 at Napa Valley College, and fall online registration is in progress for continuing, returning and new matriculated students (students who have completed assessment testing and orientation). Online registration for new non-matriculated students starts Aug. 6. Walk-in registration for all students starts Aug. 6. A special Saturday walk-in registration is Aug. 18 during NVC Day, an open house and welcome event. The free, public event is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Info, www.nvccjtc.org/nvcexpo2.html.

Supervisor training for hospitality professionals

A supervisor training course is now offered for hospitality professionals through the NVC Hospitality Institute and the Napa Valley College Small Business Development Center. Fundamentals of Supervision is presented four Tuesdays, Aug. 7, 14, 21 and 28, 8:30-11:30 a.m. The cost is $225 for the series. This award-winning program is presented by Bill Cremen, certified CSA trainer, and held at the NVC Community Ed Center, 1360 Menlo Ave., Napa. Attendees learn effective team building, supervising, personality style strategies and handling conflict and change in the workplace, plus how to deliver excellent customer service, deal with conflict, lead different personality styles and manage diverse teams. Info, 253-3219. Registration, 253-3210.

Readers’ Celebration Day parties

Kids participating in the Summer Reading Program at Napa County libraries are invited to an end of the summer party, featuring an amusing presentation of mystery stories and riddles followed by story craft activities, prizes and light refreshments. The final Readers’ Celebration Day party is at the Boys and Girls Club of American Canyon, 60 Benton Way, Aug. 9, 2-3:30 p.m. Summer Reading Program participants must bring their reading records to attend the party and receive their prizes. Info, 253-4070 or www.co.napa.ca.us/library.

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.

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 Millie Awards and win mini-Oscars at the red carpet ceremony. Cost is $5 per session. Info, 258-8884 or www.cybermill.org.

Child care business workshops

Community Resources for Children presents a series about making your family child care business successful on Friday nights, 6-8 p.m. Aug. 10’s topic is 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.

Real estate workshops

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.

Story time

Farmers Market Story Time takes place Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10 a.m. until Aug. 28 under the Copia Pavilion, First Street, Napa. For children up at age 6. Info, 266-4403 or www.napalit.org.

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.

Art in the library

Oil paintings by Ning G. Mercer are featured at the Napa Main 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. Enjoy the work of this talented artist at 580 Coombs St., Napa. The Art in the Library program is a juried competition of works in various mediums. Info, 253-4223.

Fall preschool openings

Napa Valley Nursery School has preschool 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 has led NVNS since 1986. Info, 252-2402 or www.nvns.org.

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. Soils, Mulches and More is Sept. 20; and Perfect Plant Picks is Sept. 27. Workshops are in the Pelusi Building in Kennedy Park from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Reservations and info, 257-9309.

Free education books

Napa County Office of Education provides free copies of the “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.

Connolly Ranch field trips

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

Real estate seminar

EmeryNet hosts Sunday meeting events, 1-4 p.m. at the Fairfield Inn and Suites, 3800 Broadway/Highway 29, American Canyon. Founder Tessie Cuy educates the community on how to acquire, sell, buy and get out of foreclosure, or just make extra income through the many options available in real estate. Attendance fee is $15 with materials provided. Info, www.emerynetrealestate.com, www.emerynetwealthgroup.com or www.prepaidlegal.com/info/tcuy.

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, 5:30-6:30 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

Family support group

The Family Support Group invites people with friends or loved ones who are facing mental health issues to join its next meeting Aug. 6, 6:30-8 p.m., at 1500 Third St., Suite B-1, Napa. Sponsored by the County of Napa Health & Human Services Agency, this group meets the first Monday of each month. Info, 253-4785 or 253-6192.

Diabetes wellness education

The Diabetes Wellness Center’s diabetes classes begin Aug. 7. Info, 252-4411, ext. 2391.

Man to Man Support Group

The American Cancer Society’s Man to Man Support Group helps men cope with prostate cancer by providing information, education and support to patients and their caregivers. Meetings are at the Queen of the Valley Medical Center on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. The next meeting is Aug. 7. Info, (800) ACS-2345.

Diabetes support group

Adult Support Group meets Aug. 8 at 6 p.m., and Parents of Children with Diabetes Support Group meets Aug. 9 at 7 p.m. Open to the public. Info, 252-4411, ext. 2391.

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.

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.

Glucose meter class

The Diabetes Wellness Program offers a new Glucose Meter Class on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 3421 Villa Lane, Napa, classroom 234. This class provides blood glucose meters at no cost, and individuals are instructed on the use of the meter. Info, 252-4411, ext. 2391

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

Community Resources for Children fundraiser

Community Resources for Children and Mary's Pizza Shack invite the Napa community to enjoy homemade pizza, pasta and salad Aug. 7. Show your support for Community Resources for Children at Mary's Pizza Shack, 3085 Jefferson St., Napa. This is a dine and donate fundraiser with 20 percent of sales benefiting Community Resources. Includes dine-in, take-out, delivery and gift card purchases. Stop by CRC, 5 Financial Plaza, Suite 224, Napa, for a flyer, which must be presented for the agency to receive the donation. Copies are acceptable. Info, 253-0376, ext. 101.

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.

Discovery Shop

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

FUNd Golf Tournament 

Hospice and Adult Day Services of Napa Valley hosts the FUNd Golf Tournament Aug. 24 at the Chardonnay Golf Club, Napa. This third annual tournament has a 7:30 a.m. shotgun start; following the round golfers enjoy a BBQ lunch and no-host bar. Reservations are $150 per player, or $550 per foursome signing up together. There are also a variety of sponsorship and volunteer opportunities available. Reservations, 258-9080 or golf@hospiceofnapa.org.

FOCUS barbecue

Yountville's FOCUS (Friends Of Our Community United in Service) sponsor its annual barbecue party Sept. 2, noon to 6 p.m., at Veterans Park on south Washington Street in Yountville. FOCUS is Yountville's long-standing organization whose primary purpose is to provide scholarship funds for Yountville youths. This popular event features delicious barbecue foods, entertainment, a prize drawing, silent auction and lots of socializing. Tickets are $10 for a chicken and tri-tip dinner, and $5 for a hot dog dinner, and are available at the barbecue. Info, 944-2396 or 944-9174.

Charity golf tournament

Teen Intervention presents the 2007 Sand Trap Scramble Charity Golf Tournament (Shot-Gun/Scramble, including contests with prizes) at Vintner’s Golf Club Sept. 30. Registration deadline is Sept. 20. Sponsorships needed. Info, 255-0490, jenapapihl2@aol.com or www.intervene4ateen.com.

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.

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.

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 there schedule. Info, Leslie at Senior Nutrition, 253-6111.

Clubs/Meetings

Witness Against War

UNCOIL, the Quakers, and the Unitarians hold a Witness Against the Iraq War and occupation in downtown Napa Aug. 5, 2-4 p.m. You may bring your own signs. Info, Joanne Gifford at 254-2091.

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.

Napa Valley Needlers

The Napa Valley Needlers meets Aug. 9. Their outreach program benefits the Pediatric Ward at Queen of the Valley Medical Center as well as rest homes and teen mothers. This month’s program is presented by two members who will teach Bargello needlepoint. Info, 255-7612 or 255-6430.

Model railroad club open house

The Napa Valley Model Railroad Club hosts an open house during the Napa Town and Country Fair from Aug. 8-12. Located to the left just inside the main gate at Napa Expo, 575 Third St., in Napa, the open house features 2,000 scenic square feet of operating HO gauge steam and diesel trains. The Napa Valley Model Railroad Swap Meet and Show is at the Napa Expo Aug. 18, 8 a.m. to noon. The model railroad is open until 2 p.m. Set-up for vendors is at 7 a.m., and costs $5 per space. Entrance fee is $3 for adults and free for children. Info, 226-2985 or www.nvmrc.org.

Napa Valley Quilters

The Napa Valley Quilters meet Aug. 11 at the Napa Senior Center. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., and the meeting begins at 10 a.m. “Quilt-A-Beast,” a humorous look at the fabric beast in all quilters, is presented by Jane Tenorio-Coscarelli, “The Tortilla Lady.” Info, 255-1199 or www.napavalleyquilters.org.

Library Commissioners meeting

The Napa City-County Library Commission’s regular public meeting is Aug. 13, 4 p.m., at 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. Info, 253-4242.

Personal Computer Users Group

Daryl Michael, Napa sales supervisor for Verizon Wireless, speaks at the Aug. 15 meeting of the Napa Valley Personal Computer Users Group. Michael demonstrates wireless phones, PDAs, Air Cards and more. Meetings are the third Wednesday of every month at the Napa Senior Activity Center, 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, at 7 p.m. Info, 337-3998 or www.nvpcug.org.

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 mom’s 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 Thursdays of the month. Info, Molly at 254-8506 or hemsleyhome@sbcglobal.net.

Eagle Cycling Club

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

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 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

The Napa County Resource Conservation District’s 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 ext. 108.

Breakfast at Napa Senior Center

The National and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE), Napa County Chapter No. 0281, serves breakfast on the third Sunday of the month from 7:30-11 a.m. at the Napa Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St. Ham, eggs, hotcakes and coffee for $4 for adults and $2 for children under 12. Tickets available at the door. Info, 224-9479.

Federation of the Blind support group

The 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

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.

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

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.

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.