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From War to Wine

Pivotal Mid-twentieth Century Moments in Calistoga's History
2024-08-24 13:00:00 2024-08-24 14:00:00 America/Los_Angeles From War to Wine Discover the key events from the 1940s through the 1970s that forged Calistoga's future to become the community it is today. Calistoga Library -

Saturday, August 24
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-08-24 13:00:00 2024-08-24 14:00:00 America/Los_Angeles From War to Wine Discover the key events from the 1940s through the 1970s that forged Calistoga's future to become the community it is today. Calistoga Library -

Discover the key events from the 1940s through the 1970s that forged Calistoga's future to become the community it is today.

Join Rebecca Yerger, local historian and columnist, for this exploration of these influential moments from World War II to the Paris Tasting. Light refreshments will be served. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Genealogy & History |

Calistoga Library
Phone: 707-942-4833
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 6:00PM

We're closed Thursday June 19 due to Juneteenth
Mon, Jun 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jun 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jun 18 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 19 Closed
(Juneteenth)
Fri, Jun 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 22 Closed
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About the branch

The Calistoga Library is housed in a one-story, wood-frame building that was built in 1924.

Upcoming Events

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Adult Guitar Lessons
Sat, Jun 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
Are you interested in learning to play the guitar? Join us the third Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. and don't forget your guitar!
Bow-Wow for Books - Read to Henli
Sat, Jun 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Young readers are invited to read to Henli, a certified listening dog. He is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Virtual Zentangle Class with Romi Marks
Sat, Jun 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Library
Zentangle is a fun, relaxing and easy-to-learn art form that uses repetitive patterns to create beautiful images while improving focus and creativity.
Registration is now closed
Flower Crafts - Presented by the Napa Town & Country Fair
Sat, Jun 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Stop by for a fun craft session with Rose Swift from the Napa Town & Country Fair! We’ll be making fabric flowers and pressed-flower bookmarks to celebrate this year’s "Into the Garden" theme.
Mahjong
Sat, Jun 21, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American and Traditional Mahjong!
ESL Conversation Hour
Sat, Jun 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Practice your English with other English learners in a friendly, casual environment. Snacks will be provided.
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Jun 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Bubbles
Mon, Jun 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. These dogs are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Movie Night for Kids: Inside Out 2
Mon, Jun 23, 5:00pm - 6:40pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a free screening of Disney/Pixar's Inside Out 2 (2024).
ESL Evening Class - Intermediate Level
Mon, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Students at the intermediate level of English-language acquisition are able to understand and speak simple, high-frequency words that are used routinely in social and academic settings.
Toddler Storytime - 18 months to 3 years old
Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 10:25am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Preschool Storytime - 3-5 years
Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Author Talk: Living the Otter Life with Katherine Applegate
Tue, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Library
Join us as award-winning author and summer reading champion Katherine Applegate talks to viewers about her enthusiastically heartwarming novel in verse, Odder.
Register
Generations and Books: Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Jun 24, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Squeegee Painting
Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Squeegee painting is a therapeutic and enjoyable art workshop designed for individuals of all skill levels.
This event is full
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Storytime
Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Compartiremos cuentos, cantaremos canciones, aprenderemos rimas, y nos reiremos con los títeres. ¡Siempre es divertido! Los niños pueden descubrir el amor por los libros y la biblioteca.
The Three Billy Goats Gruff Puppet Show
Wed, Jun 25, 9:30am - 10:15am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Will the three billy goats find a way to outwit the troll and make it across the bridge? Come find out at Puppet Art Theater's comical retelling of the classic tale.
The Three Billy Goats Gruff Puppet Show
Wed, Jun 25, 10:45am - 11:30am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Will the three billy goats find a way to outwit the troll and make it across the bridge? Come find out at Puppet Art Theater's comical retelling of the classic tale.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 25, 11:15am - 11:45am
Yountville Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Movie and a Craft: Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Enjoy a movie screening of the smash hit Sonic the Hedgehog 3. While we watch the movie we will make vibrant Sonic-inspired bookmarks.
The Three Billy Goats Gruff Puppet Show
Wed, Jun 25, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Yountville Library
Will the three billy goats find a way to outwit the troll and make it across the bridge? Come find out at Puppet Art Theater's comical retelling of the classic tale.
Teen Hangout
Wed, Jun 25, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Calistoga Library
Calling all teens to hang out at the library with free snacks, games, and more! Stop by every Wednesday from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Bow-Wow for Books - Read to Jazz, Kimmie, or Rosie
Wed, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. These dogs are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Jun 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to Barney, a certified listening dog who is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their skills.
ESL Evening Class - Beginning Level
Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
ESL for Beginning level students. Students will improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
The Three Billy Goats Gruff Puppet Show
Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 10:45am
Calistoga Library
Will the three billy goats find a way to outwit the troll and make it across the bridge? Come find out at Puppet Art Theater's comical retelling of the classic tale.
Preschool Storytime - 3-5 years
Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Tech Help
Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Have a question about your device? From tablets and phones to email and eBooks, we can help! Appointments are 30 minutes, and registration is required.
The Three Billy Goats Gruff Puppet Show
Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Will the three billy goats find a way to outwit the troll and make it across the bridge? Come find out at Puppet Art Theater's comical retelling of the classic tale.
Thursday Afternoon Craft
Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join our Children's Staff for a book-based craft activity! For ages 7 and up.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Clase de matematicas basicas
Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Instrucción básica de aritmética en español. Basic arithmetic instruction in Spanish.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Triple P: Crianza Positiva, clases para padres/madres - Clases para padres
Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Aprenda sobre los comportamientos típicos a ciertas edades y etapas en el desarrollo de los niños.
Wee Fridays
Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 10:25am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Jun 27, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Zoey
Fri, Jun 27, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. These dogs are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Friends of the American Canyon Library Donation Day
Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
It's time to check your shelves and closets for your extra books, DVDs, and CDS (books and music) and bring them to the American Canyon library!
Hidden Treasures: A Yountville History Adventure - A scavenger hunt with Rebecca Yerger
Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for a fun-filled event where you'll form small teams and embark on an exciting scavenger hunt! Uncover fascinating historic facts about Yountville as you solve clues and work together.
Read with a Ranger
Sat, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Enjoy stories and discover new things about nature with a local Park Ranger.
Flower Crafts - Presented by the Napa Town & Country Fair
Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Calistoga Library
Stop by for a fun craft session with Rose Swift from the Napa Town & Country Fair! We’ll be making fabric flowers and pressed-flower bookmarks to celebrate this year’s "Into the Garden" theme.
Mahjong
Sat, Jun 28, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American and Traditional Mahjong!
Teen Summer Movie Series: Game ON! - Free Guy
Sat, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Teen Room
In this action-comedy, a bank teller discovers he's a background character in a video game that will soon go offline.
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Bubbles
Mon, Jun 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. These dogs are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Movie Night for Kids: Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Mon, Jun 30, 5:00pm - 6:50pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a free screening of the movie "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" (2024).
ESL Evening Class - Intermediate Level
Mon, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Students at the intermediate level of English-language acquisition are able to understand and speak simple, high-frequency words that are used routinely in social and academic settings.
Take and Make Craft Kit: Embroidered Corner Bookmark
Tue, Jul 01, 9:00am - 8:00pm
All Library Locations
Beautify your summer reading with a one-of-a-kind felt corner bookmark. Add your initial, or create your own design. Each kit contains the supplies to make your own felt bookmark.
Toddler Storytime - 18 months to 3 years old
Tue, Jul 01, 10:00am - 10:25am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Preschool Storytime - 3-5 years
Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Generations and Books - Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Jul 01, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Hora de conversación en inglés como segundo idioma - ESL Conversation Hour
Tue, Jul 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Practica su inglés con otros estudiantes en un ambiente amamble y informal. Practice your English with other English learners in a friendly, casual environment.
Read with a Ranger - Bilingual Spanish/English
Tue, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Enjoy stories and discover new things about nature with a local park ranger.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jul 02, 11:15am - 11:45am
Yountville Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Teen Hangout
Wed, Jul 02, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Calling all teens to hang out at the library with free snacks, crafts, games, and more! Stop by every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Jazz, Kimmie, or Rosie
Wed, Jul 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Jul 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
ESL Evening Class - Beginning Level
Wed, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
ESL for Beginning level students. Students will improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body
Wed, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for an engaging presentation where we'll learn about the latest research to support healthy aging.
American Canyon Book Club
Wed, Jul 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Expand your horizons by reading a new book with the American Canyon Book Club. Our book club is welcoming place for all readers and engages in an in-depth discussion of our chosen title each month.
Book Buzz Book Club
Thu, Jul 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Join us the first Thursday of the month for a no-obligation book club. Discuss what you have read this month at our casual conversation Book Buzz!
Preschool Storytime - 3-5 years
Thu, Jul 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Tech Help
Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Have a question about your device? From tablets and phones, to email and eBooks, we can help! Appointments are 30 minutes. Registration is required. Please call 707-253-4235 to register.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Triple P: Crianza Positiva, clases para padres/madres - Clases para padres
Thu, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Aprenda sobre los comportamientos típicos a ciertas edades y etapas en el desarrollo de los niños.
A Wonderland of Aloes - UC Master Gardeners
Thu, Jul 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Library
Are you a succulent fan? In addition to the familiar aloe vera, there are over 600 species in the aloe genus.
Register
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Henli
Sat, Jul 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Young readers are invited to read to Henli, a certified listening dog. He is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Mahjong
Sat, Jul 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American and Traditional Mahjong! This gathering is perfect for players who already know or are learning the game and want to enjoy casual gameplay with fellow enthusiasts.
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Bubbles
Mon, Jul 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Movie Night for Kids: Wreck-It Ralph
Mon, Jul 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a free screening of the movie "Wreck-It Ralph" (2012).
Club de lectura: No te olvidaré de Colleen Hoover
Mon, Jul 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Napa Library
¡Bienvenides al club de lectura en español de la Biblioteca de Napa! Cada mes tendremos una sesión en persona para conversar sobre títulos de ficción.
ESL Evening Class - Intermediate Level
Mon, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Students at the intermediate level of English-language acquisition are able to understand and speak simple, high-frequency words that are used routinely in social and academic settings.
Book Club
Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
Join us in reading a new book each month and discussing it together. New members are always welcome!
Toddler Storytime - 18 months to 3 years old
Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:25am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Preschool Storytime - 3-5 years
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 6:00pm
Calistoga Library
Bring your stuffie for an extra special library adventure!
Author Talk: Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third
Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Virtual Library
Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡Vamos! ¡A leer!
Register
Author Talk: Drawing Your World with Raúl The Third
Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Virtual Library
Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!.
Register
Generations and Books - Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Jul 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Storytime
Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Compartiremos cuentos, cantaremos canciones, aprenderemos rimas, y nos reiremos con los títeres. ¡Siempre es divertido! Los niños pueden descubrir el amor por los libros y la biblioteca.
Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom
Wed, Jul 09, 9:30am - 10:15am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Come and experience Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom right here at the library. Observe live snakes, learn about reptiles, and feel their scales for yourself!
Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom
Wed, Jul 09, 10:45am - 11:30am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Come and experience Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom right here at the library. Observe live snakes, learn about reptiles, and feel their scales for yourself!
Family Storytime
Wed, Jul 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Yountville Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom
Wed, Jul 09, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Yountville Library
Come and experience Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom right here at the library. Observe live snakes, learn about reptiles, and feel their scales for yourself!
Youth Chess Club
Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
This monthly chess club is a fun and casual way to learn the game of chess, sharpen skills, and compete against other players. This is a club for players up to age 17.
Teen Hangout
Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Calling all teens to hang out at the library with free snacks, crafts, games, and more! Stop by every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Jazz, Kimmie, or Rosie
Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Jul 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Camp Movie Night – Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days
Wed, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Calistoga Library
Make a camping trip to the library! Bring your blankets and the whole family to watch the misadventures of Greg Heffley in Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days.
ESL Evening Class - Beginning Level
Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
ESL for Beginning level students. Students will improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
Pixel Power: Retro Gaming Crafts with Perler Beads
Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Tap into your inner gamer and get creative with Pixel Power!
Circulo de libros
Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Calistoga Library
Cada mes tendremos una sesión en persona para conversar sobre títulos de ficción en español.
Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom
Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
Calistoga Library
Come and experience Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom right here at the library. Observe live snakes, learn about reptiles, and feel their scales for yourself!
Preschool Storytime - 3-5 years
Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Tech Help
Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Have a question about your device? From tablets and phones, to email and eBooks, we can help! Appointments are 30 minutes. Registration is required. Please call 707-253-4235 to register.
Book Club: The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife
Thu, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Let's talk books! Join us every second Thursday at 1 p.m. to discuss the book of the month.
Tween Takeover!
Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Tweens (ages 10-13) are invited to take over the Community Meeting Room!
Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom
Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Come and experience Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom right here at the library. Observe live snakes, learn about reptiles, and feel their scales for yourself!
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Napa County Library Commission Meeting
Thu, Jul 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This meeting will be held in-person and virtually via zoom.
Teen Open Mic Night
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Come share your poetry, stories, music, and writings with other teens at our open mic night! This is a great way to share your work and meet other artists, too.
Special Family Storytime
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Join us for an extra special Family Storytime filled with stories, rhymes, songs, crafts, and a whole lot of fun!
Triple P: Crianza Positiva, clases para padres/madres - Clases para padres
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library
Aprenda sobre los comportamientos típicos a ciertas edades y etapas en el desarrollo de los niños.
Wee Fridays
Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 10:25am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Masterpieces in the Making - A Paint-by-Numbers Meetup
Fri, Jul 11, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for a delightful event where creativity knows no bounds.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Jul 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Zoey, Margey, or Narsi
Fri, Jul 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Café y Chisme
Fri, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Ven a tomar un café o un té y conoce a otros padres mientras sus hijos juegan en la biblioteca. Habra manualidades para los niños disponibles.
Art in the Library: Kathy Tranmer
Fri, Jul 11, 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Napa Library
Kathy Tranmer is continually inspired by the beauty of nature and the endless possibilities of color across this beautiful valley.
Flower Crafts - Presented by the Napa Town & Country Fair
Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Yountville Library
Stop by for a fun craft session with Rose Swift from the Napa Town & Country Fair! We’ll be making fabric flowers and pressed-flower bookmarks to celebrate this year’s "Into the Garden" theme.
Saturday Crafternoons: Pokémon Pokeball Squishies
Sat, Jul 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Level up your squishy collection at this month's Saturday Crafternoon. We will be making Pokémon-inspired Pokéball squishies that are sure to be a hit with gamers and crafters alike.
Repair Fair
Sat, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Do you have a lamp, small appliance, electronics, clothing/textile, or bike in need of repair? Bring it to the Repair Fair!
Mahjong
Sat, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American and Traditional Mahjong! This gathering is perfect for players who already know or are learning the game and want to enjoy casual gameplay with fellow enthusiasts.
Hot Wheels Race Day
Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Calistoga Library
In honor of the NASCAR races at the Sonoma Raceway from July 11 to 13, we'll be painting our very own race cars while watching Cars 3. Zoom on into the library for some fun!
Understanding Your Medicare
Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a seminar offering the basics of Medicare for new and existing beneficiaries.
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Bubbles
Mon, Jul 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Movie Night for Kids - Mufasa: The Lion King
Mon, Jul 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a free screening of the movie "Mufasa: The Lion King" (2024).
ESL Evening Class - Intermediate Level
Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Students at the intermediate level of English-language acquisition are able to understand and speak simple, high-frequency words that are used routinely in social and academic settings.
Toddler Storytime - 18 months to 3 years old
Tue, Jul 15, 10:00am - 10:25am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Preschool Storytime - 3-5 years
Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Medicare Education Workshop - Understanding Your Medicare
Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Join us for a seminar offering the basics of Medicare for new and existing beneficiaries.
Generations and Books - Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Jul 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Storytime
Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Compartiremos cuentos, cantaremos canciones, aprenderemos rimas, y nos reiremos con los títeres. ¡Siempre es divertido! Los niños pueden descubrir el amor por los libros y la biblioteca.
Soul 4Kidz
Wed, Jul 16, 9:30am - 10:15am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Sing and dance along with Soul 4Kidz as they bring a rhythmic blend of traditional and contemporary music to the library! For ages 3+.
Soul 4Kidz
Wed, Jul 16, 10:45am - 11:30am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Sing and dance along with Soul 4Kidz as they bring a rhythmic blend of traditional and contemporary music to the library! For ages 3+.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jul 16, 11:15am - 11:45am
Yountville Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Film Series: Classic Summer Blockbusters - Jurassic Park
Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a special film series where we will be screening classic summer blockbusters. Today's feature is Jurassic Park.
Digging Deeper: A Non-Fiction Book Club - To Expand the Mind and Enrich the Soul
Wed, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Bring a non-fiction book you've read and would like to share with others. When you leave, you’ll have a list of books to check out, ideas to consider, and perhaps new friends, too!
Soul 4Kidz
Wed, Jul 16, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Yountville Library
Sing and dance along with Soul 4Kidz as they bring a rhythmic blend of traditional and contemporary music to the library! For ages 3+.
Teen Hangout
Wed, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Calling all teens to hang out at the library with free snacks, crafts, games, and more! Stop by every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Jazz, Kimmie, or Rosie
Wed, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Jul 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Cars Movie Night
Wed, Jul 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Calistoga Library
Bring the whole family to watch your favorite cars hit the raceway. Free popcorn and drinks will be provided.
ESL Evening Class - Beginning Level
Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
ESL for Beginning level students. Students will improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
Friends of the American Canyon Library Meeting
Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
The monthly meeting of the Friends of the American Canyon library to discuss organizational business. Meetings are open to the public.
Soul 4Kidz
Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
Calistoga Library
Sing and dance along with Soul 4Kidz as they bring a rhythmic blend of traditional and contemporary music to the library! For ages 3+.
Music Memoirs: Book Club
Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Join us for a new book club where we discuss memoirs from musicians and people in the music industry!
Preschool Storytime - 3-5 years
Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Tech Help
Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Have a question about your device? From tablets and phones, to email and eBooks, we can help! Appointments are 30 minutes. Registration is required. Please call 707-253-4235 to register.
Author Talk: Discerning the Truth with Marie Lu
Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Library
Join us for an online conversation with author Marie Lue.
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Grief and Bereavement Group
Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Could you use support after the passing of a loved one?
Thursday Afternoon Craft: Tic-Tac-Toe Kits
Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join our Children's staff for a book-based craft activity! We will be making tic-tac-toe kits. For ages 7+.
Soul 4Kidz
Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Sing and dance along with Soul 4Kidz as they bring a rhythmic blend of traditional and contemporary music to the library! For ages 3+.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Jul 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Writers' Group
Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Calistoga Library
Interested in writing and want to share your work with others and get some feedback, too? Join us for a friendly writers' group. All types of writing are welcome!
Family Storytime
Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Triple P: Crianza Positiva, clases para padres/madres - Clases para padres
Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Aprenda sobre los comportamientos típicos a ciertas edades y etapas en el desarrollo de los niños.
Remarkable Journeys: Mediterranean Marvels - Nature & Engineering in Motion
Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Witness Stromboli, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, as it erupts every few minutes in a spectacular display of fire and light.
Wee Baby Party
Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Summer Library Adventure participants ages 0-2 are invited to a special storytime with toys, snacks, and bubbles!
Wee Fridays
Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 10:25am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. And we always have fun! Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Documentary Days: Discover & Discuss
Fri, Jul 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Yountville Library
Enjoy a thought-provoking documentary screening from our Kanopy database, followed by a lively discussion where you can share insights and connect with fellow film enthusiasts.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Zoey, Margey, or Narsi
Fri, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Yarn Club
Fri, Jul 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Grab your yarn, hooks, and needles, and join us for Yarn Club! Meet other yarn lovers, work on your current projects, and get support from club members.
Café y Chisme
Fri, Jul 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Ven a tomar un café o un té y conoce a otros padres mientras sus hijos juegan en la biblioteca. Habra manualidades para los niños disponibles.
One Book Napa - Margot Livesey Reading & Book Signing
Fri, Jul 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a special author event with Margot Livesey, who will be reading from her novel, The Road from Bellhaven.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Henli
Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Young readers are invited to read to Henli, a certified listening dog. He is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Flower Crafts - Presented by the Napa Town & Country Fair
Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Stop by for a fun craft session with Rose Swift from the Napa Town & Country Fair! We’ll be making fabric flowers and pressed-flower bookmarks to celebrate this year’s "Into the Garden" theme.
Mahjong
Sat, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American and Traditional Mahjong! This gathering is perfect for players who already know or are learning the game and want to enjoy casual gameplay with fellow enthusiasts.
Movie Afternoon & Sugar Rush Race Car Craft
Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Calistoga Library
Pop in to watch the Wreck-It Ralph, make your own sugar rush race car out of candy, and enjoy some snacks right here at the library!
Napa County Poet Laureate Office Hours
Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Calistoga Library
Calling all writers and poets! Need some help with writer's block or want some feedback? Napa County Poet Laureate, Aisha Rivera, will be hosting office hours at the Calistoga Library.
Teen Summer Movie Series: Uncharted
Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Teen Room
In Uncharted, a street-smart thief is recruited by a seasoned treasure hunter to recover a fortune lost by Ferdinand Magellan 500 years ago.
Poetry Workshop with Aisha Rivera
Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Calistoga Library
Create a poem with Napa County's Poet Laureate, Aisha Rivera. Writers of all levels are welcome to attend.
Hora de conversación en inglés como segundo idioma - ESL Conversation Hour
Sat, Jul 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Practica su inglés con otros estudiantes en un ambiente amamble y informal. Practice your English with other English learners in a friendly, casual environment.
Memory Cafe
Mon, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
The brain is like a muscle – if you don’t use it, you’ll lose it!
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Coffee & Books
Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Library
Looking to discuss books without the obligation of a book club? Pour yourself a cup of coffee, tea, hot cocoa, etc., and join us virtually for casual conversation as we chat about our current reads.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Bubbles
Mon, Jul 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
ESL Evening Class - Intermediate Level
Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Students at the intermediate level of English-language acquisition are able to understand and speak simple, high-frequency words that are used routinely in social and academic settings.
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