Education

Vintage High Athletic Booster Club

The booster club meets the first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the school library. Parents are encouraged to get involved and support student-athletes. The club is a nonprofit dedicated to raising funds to support a portion of the cost for student-athletes. The club seeks board members for 2009-10. If interested in joining the board, contact Teresa Peterson at 337-4585 or skipeters@aol.com. Vintage High School, 1375 Trower Ave., Napa.

Teen driving class

The Napa Area California Highway Patrol holds its monthly Start Smart class on the third Thursday of the month,           7-9 p.m. Classes address traffic safety issues directly affecting new teen drivers. Parents encouraged to attend with their teenagers. California Highway Patrol, 975 Golden Gate Drive, Napa. Reservations, 253-4906.

Health/Fitness

Health screenings

The Community Health Check project provides health screenings at nominal costs on Fridays through Oct. 31, (times vary) at St. Helena Farmers Market, at Crane Park, St. Helena, and Saturdays at Vallarta Market, on Highway 29 (near Lincoln Avenue), in Calistoga.

Teen treatment groups

Wolfe Center is a nonprofit alcohol and drug prevention and treatment program dedicated to helping teens. Early intervention treatment groups available during summer for teens struggling with substance abuse issues. Groups held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday,            2:30-4 p.m., at Vintage High School, 1375 Trower Ave., Napa. Info, 255-1855 or csolorio@wolfecenter.org.

Square-dance lessons

Boots and Belles Square Dance Club invites new dancers to free introductory square dance lessons the first two Wednesdays of July and August, 7-8 p.m. Grange Hall, 3275 Hagen Road, Napa. Info, Diana at 252-3161.

Suicide support group

Group offers grief education and an opportunity for participants to share experiences in a safe, supportive environment. Wednesdays, 4-5:30 p.m. Napa Valley Hospice, 414 S. Jefferson St., Napa. Info and registration, 258-9080.

Hospice tour

Tour Napa Valley Hospice & Adult Day Services, meet staff and see programs in action the first Thursday of every month, 10 a.m. to noon, and by appointment. To schedule tours, send e-mail to info@napavalleyhospice-ads.org or call 258-9080. Napa Valley Hospice & Adult Day Services, 414 S. Jefferson St., Napa.

TOPS support group

Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a nonprofit, non-commercial weight loss support organization. Learn about nutrition, portion control, food planning, exercise and more Thursdays, 8:30-11 a.m. TOPS national dues are $26 per year. Each chapter has monthly dues of $2 to $5 depending on the size or needs of the chapter. Newell’s Mobile City Clubhouse, 4427 Solano Ave., Napa. Info, 1-800-932-8677; www.tops.org; or Mickey Drake at 253-8363 or mdrake9223@sbcglobal.net

Wellness art class

Weekly art class offered for residents with chronic conditions such as cancer, heart failure or diabetes. Classes reduce stress and anxiety. Donations accepted. Fridays, 10 a.m. to noon. Queen of the Valley Wellness Center, 3421 Villa Lane, Napa. Info, 251-2007.

Family Support Group

This group is for those with loved ones facing mental health issues. Meetings are the first Monday of each month,             5:30-7 p.m., at SIU Building, 1500 Third St., Napa (across from ABC Bakery). Sponsored by the County of Napa Health & Human Services Agency. Info, Dr. Harriet Lehman at 253-4441 or hlehman@co.napa.ca.us

Volunteer

Napa Valley Music Associates

Volunteer internship available for college-age student to assist Napa Valley Music Associates 11th Annual 2009 MidSummer MusiCamp, held July 27 to Aug. 7 (Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) Info, 252-8671.

Volunteer Center of Napa Valley

The Volunteer Center works with 72 nonprofits throughout the valley. Volunteers with computer, graphic, marketing and/or business skills needed. Info, Katie Meehan-Rubin at 252-6222 or katier@volunteernapa.org.

Volunteers with a kind heart needed to help seniors run errands or to socialize. No experience necessary. Info, Sharyn Lurie-Dukes at 252-6222 or sharyn@volunteernapa.org.

Clubs/Meetings

Singles of North Bay

Single seniors 55 and over invited to join other singles for potluck, friendship and conversation. Info, Dee at 226-3642 or Inara at 224-3038.

North Napa Rotary Club

The North Napa Rotary Club meets every Tuesday, 6-8 p.m., at the Wine Train Commissary for an evening of wine, beer and fine dining. The club is interested in obtaining new, dedicated members to help toward many projects local and worldwide. Entertaining, informative, voluntary representatives of varied occupations speak, following dinner. Those interested in being guest speakers, please contact Tom Webber at 254-0462 or tomwebber80@aol.com.

Napa Cribbage Club

Napa Cribbage Club plays Tuesdays, 6:15 p.m., at the Moose Lodge, 3275 Browns Valley Road, Napa. Play nine games against nine different opponents. Peg 15-2, 15-4, avoid the skunk! All ages welcome. Info, Denny at 224-2345.

Napa Valley Barbershop Chorus

The Barbershop Chorus meets Tuesdays, 7 p.m., at Napa Valley Baptist Church, 2303 Trower Ave., Napa. Men who can carry a tune and would like to learn more about this style of four-part harmony singing welcome. Info, Alan Cash at 815-7029.

Widowed Persons Association

Widows and widowers meet for support, friendship and activities on Tuesdays, at 8 a.m., at Marie Callender’s, 1990 Trower Ave., Napa. Info, Abbey at 224-8716.

Spanish Club

If you have studied Spanish, the Spanish club invites you to practice Tuesdays, 1:30-3 p.m., at 1518 Jefferson St., Napa (house owned by Napa Senior Center). Info, Patt Scarboro at 252-3384.

Masonic Hi Twelve

The Masonic Hi Twelve meets the first and third Wednesday each month,         11:30 a.m., at Denny’s Restaurant, 1000 Imola Ave., Napa. Info, Harry at 294-2119 or 299-8258.

North Bay Regional Center

The board of directors meets July 1,             5 p.m., at 25 Executive Court, Napa. Info, 256-1224. The annual summer arts and crafts sale takes place July 10, 10 a.m. to       1 p.m. Info, Heidi at 256-1241 or Mary at 256-1242.

Kiwanis Club

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Napa is a service organization that works to develop future generations of leaders in the community. Club meets Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 a.m., at Marie Callender’s, 1990 Trower Ave., Napa. Info, Cliff Haggenjos at 226-3917.

Napa Success Connection

NSC helps its members build successful business through networking, education and community involvement. Guests from all business types are welcome, though membership is limited to one representative of each business category. NSC meets every Wednesday morning, at 8:15 a.m., at the Senior Center, at 1518 Jefferson St., Napa. Info, www.napasuccessconnection.com

Toastmasters

Napa Toastmasters offers a nurturing environment in which to improve communication and leadership skills without the pressure of a classroom. Meetings are held Wednesdays, 7 p.m., at Springs of Napa, 3460 Villa Lane, Napa. Info, Nancy at 224-0740.

Nature/Recreation

di Rosa Preserve hike

Explore the natural side of art and nature at the di Rosa Preserve. Climb to the top of Milliken Peak for views of the Carneros and San Francisco Bay. Bring hiking boots, lunch and binoculars. June 28. Info and location, Chip Bouril at csbouril@napanet.net or 944-2058.

Other

Class of 1984

The Napa High School 25th class reunion takes place Aug. 15. Graduates from 1984 should contact Sherill Nunley-Richied at sherilljoy@comcast.net to attend the reunion.

Class of 1979 reunion

The Vintage High School 30th class reunion takes place Aug. 15. Graduates from 1979 should contact K. Scott Stiewig at (916) 486-1017 or vhsclassof1979@gmail.com with contact info as soon as possible. Info, www.classreport.org/usa/ca/napa/vhs/1979

Class of 1969 reunion

Vallejo Senior High School, Class of 1969, holds its 40th class reunion on Oct. 10, in Napa. Interested classmates should send current mailing address and/or e-mail address to: Class of ‘69, c/o 121 San Ramon Ave., Vallejo, CA 94589 (include maiden name). Invitations are sent in June. $50 non-refundable deposit toward reservations. Check payable to Vallejo High Class of ‘69. Info, Janice or Judy Kirkley at 632-5268.

40th class reunion

The St. Helena High School 40th class reunion takes place July 18. $60. Graduates from 1969 should contact Dona Bakker at 252-4062 or dona@napavalleypastime.com with their physical address as soon as possible.

Mini thrift shop

United Methodist Women’s Thrift Shop, at Adams Hall, on the corner of Fourth and Randolph streets, Napa, is open Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., offering a variety of goods. No sales pressure nor sales tax. Proceeds support local, national and international missions.

Jarvis Journal

The Jarvis Journal airs Thursdays at noon and Fridays at 10 p.m. on cable access TV 28.

Farmers Market

Napa Farmers Market maintains a regular summer schedule, Tuesdays and Saturdays, 7:30 a.m. to noon, through Oct. 31. New location this year: the Napa Valley Wine Train, 1275 McKinstry St., Napa. Find vendors focused on local, sustainable and organic produce, gourmet food and artisan goods.

Wayne’s World Cinema

Be on TV and streaming video free. If you have a band, solo singer, ventriloquist, dance, comedy or magic act, and would like to promote it and get attention on local cable Napa TV Channel 27 and 28 and worldwide streaming video, send your contact information to waynemorinjr@comcast.net or call Wayne Morin Jr. at 294 2603. Napa/Upvalley only.