Napa Valley - September Events

• September 2 -- Summer Sunday "Social" at Viader Vineyards
  Celebration: Join us for a casual party with the Viader family! Tickets include wine tasting & hors d'oeuvres. 1120 Deer Park Road, Deer Park CA
  Fee: $45/Wine Club & Futures Club Free Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-963-3816

Ongoing Events

• Every Night -- Live Music & Dancing - Calistoga Inn
  Live Music: The Calistoga Inn Restaurant & Brewery has Open Mic Night, every Wed. night 8:30 p.m. to midnight. Jazz on the Patio every Night during the high season with live jazz guitar Dancing every Thurs., Fri. & Sat. night with Live DJ's from 9:00 p.m. till 1:00 a.m. 1250 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga CA.
  Fee: Free or small cover Time: Varies Phone Number: (707) 942.4101

• Daily -- The Hess Collection Gallery
  Exhibition: The Hess Collection of paintings and sculptures by contemporary European and American artists was acquired over the past 30 years by winery founder Donald Hess. The unique exhibition brings together an encompassing display of the vivid, powerful and thought-provoking works. At Hess Collection Winery, 4411 Redwood Road, Napa, CA.
  Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.1144

• Daily -- Robert Mondavi Discovery Tour
  Wine Education: This 30-minute walking tour includes a viewing and discussion of the historic To Kalon Vineyard, state-of-the-art To Kalon Cellar, and barrel aging room. The tour also includes a taste of two of our signature wines. Limited to 20 guests; children welcome. No advanced reservations; available on a walk-in basis only. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $15 Time: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Daily by appointment. -- Robert Mondavi Exclusive Cellar Tasting
  Food & Wine Education: Spend a quiet hour with a Wine Educator tasting a variety of limited production, reserve and older vintage wines in an exclusive private setting. This luxurious experience begins with a brief tour of the inner workings of the winery and concludes with a decadent tasting that also includes a hand selected artisanal cheese and charcuterie selection. Advance reservations required, limited to 10 guests. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $55 Time: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Daily, by appointment -- Sensory Evaluation at Franciscan
  Wine Education: Did you know that taste is almost entirely controlled by your sense of smell? In this in-depth sensory seminar, you’ll taste and smell a variety of Franciscan wines and naturally occurring aromas, such as herbs, fruits and spices. Your host will guide you through the experience of tasting wines like a professional and identifying each wine’s signature aromas. 1178 Galleron Road at Hwy 29, Rutherford CA
  Fee: $40 Time: by appointment Phone Number: 707-967-3993

• Daily, by appointment -- The Art of The Blend at Franciscan
  Wine Education: Some of the world’s finest wines are blends. Learn the magic that our winemakers use to create Magnificat, our proprietary blend, that each year is the highest expression of our vineyards and the vintage. In this hands-on seminar you'll play winemaker, creating your own blend with five classic Bordeaux varietals produced from our Oakville Estate vineyards. 1178 Galleron Road at Hwy 29, St. Helena
  Fee: $40 Time: By appointment Phone Number: (707) 967.3993

• Year Round -- The Land and People of the Napa Valley at the Napa Valley Museum
  Exhibition: The exhibit focuses on the unique environment and fascinating history of the Napa region. Areas of interest include: Napa County, geography, geology, Wappo Native Americans, Mexican Rancho Days, Pioneers and Settlers, Chinese, Ranching, Farming, Viticulture, Wine, Mining, Transportation, and Hot Spring Resorts. 55 Presidents Circle, Yountville
  Fee: Adults $4.50, Students & Seniors $3.50, Ages 7-17 $2.50, Under 7 Free Time: 10 a.m - 5 p.m. Wed-Mon Phone Number: (707) 944.0500

• Daily -- Taste of Beringer Tour
  Historic, Wine Education: Learn about Beringer wines and vines. You’ll first explore our demonstration vineyard and then visit the Old Stone Winery and wine-aging tunnels while sipping wine. During the tour you will taste 4 wines as we teach you about the Napa Valley and show you how to taste wine like a professional. 2000 Main St., St. Helena
  Fee: $30 Time: Daily 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.4412

• Ongoing -- Introduction to Beringer Tour
  Wine Education, Historic: We welcome guest of all ages on this tour. This historic tour guides you through the Old Stone Winery and wine-aging tunnels, highlighting Beringer’s long history and commitment to quality. The tour includes a coupon for tasting in the Old Winery Tasting Room. Reservations recommended. 2000 Main St., St. Helena
  Fee: $20 per person Time: Daily 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p,m, & 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.8989 #2222

• Daily -- Robert Mondavi: Wine Tasting Basics
  Wine Education: Start your day at the winery with a 45-minute tasting led by one of our renowned Wine Educators. Learn how to read wine labels, why we swirl wine in the glass, and how to smell, taste and describe wine. Limited to 15 guests. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $15 Time: 10 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Daily -- Sterling Vineyards Gold VIP Experience
  Wine Education: Includes aerial tram, self-guided tour, complimentary tasting of five wines, A three-wine flight of our "Best of the Best" Reserve wines and a souvenir wine glass. 1111 Dunaweal Lane, Calistoga
  Fee: $40 Time: Daily Phone Number: (707) 942.3349

• June 26 - September 18 -- POMP: New Work by Deborah Oropallo
  Exhibition: Deborah Oropallo uses a computer rather than the brush, and has always preferred a systematic approach to her digitally constructed paintings. POMP features a varied range of her work, including pieces from her Guise and Wild Wild West series where she addresses the issue of adornment, pageantry and costume. di Rosa Gatehouse Gallery, 5200 Sonoma Highway Napa, Ca
  Fee: Free Time: Wed - Fri 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.5991

• August 26, September 16 -- St Supery's Artisan Cheese & Wine Pairing
  Food & Wine Education: This seminar examines the heights that can be achieved when fine, hand crafted wines are paired with cheeses made with the same care and understanding. You will taste four wines accompanied by four artisan cheeses. We will also discuss cheese selection, storage, uses and history. 8440 St Helena Hwy( Hwy 29), Rutherford, CA
  Fee: $30 Time: 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800)231.9116

• Quarterly in March, June, September and December -- Barrel Tastings
  Wine Education: Sample great wine 'thieved' from the barrel at Merryvale. A unique wine country experience, the tasting also includes a second wine, usually an earlier vintage already bottled - a rare opportunity to taste how a wine evolves. Must be over 21 years of age. 1000 Main Street, St. Helena.
  Fee: $25 (Free to club members!) Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 326.6069 ext 451

• June 26 - September 25 -- Sunsets on the Silverado Bench
  Celebration: Join us for a dreamy evening in Wine Country at William Hill Estate Winery! On the fourth Friday of the month, bring your favorite picnic goodies to enjoy under our picnic arbor and watch the sunset over the rolling hills of the Silverado Bench. Wine will be available for purchase to complement your picnic dinner. 1761 Atlas Peak Rd, Napa
  Fee: Free Time: 6.30 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 265.3024

• September 10 - 26 -- Dreamweavers Theatre presents Hay Fever
  Performing Arts: Noel Coward's classic comedy brings you the Bliss family. Mother is a retired actress and father is a novelist. The daughter and son are handsome and ill mannered. When each invites a guest for the weekend, Bliss eccentricity makes for consternation for the bewildered guests! 101 South Coombs Street, Napa, CA
  Fee: $20 general admission Time: 8 p.m. Fri. - Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Phone Number: (707) 255.LIVE

• Daily -- Oleoteca Villa Campestri @ CIA at Greystone
  Food Education: Learn about Super-premium olive oil and taste how they can enhance almost any dish. Three oils will be tasted alone and with different food components in this tasting. All oils are available for purchase now, bottled to order in a 250ml size. 2555 Main St., St. Helena
  Fee: $15 Time: 11am, 3 p.m. & 5 p.m. Phone Number: 888-424-2433

• Daily -- Wine & Cheese Pairing at CIA at Greystone
  Food & Wine Education: The newest offering guides through three wines and three cheeses partnered with suitable condiments one might find on a cheese tray. Enjoy this video presentation as Chef Bill Briwa & Sommelier Traci Dutton guide you through this tasty experience. Must be 21 yrs. to taste wine. 2555 Main St., St. Helena
  Fee: $15 Time: held at the bottom of each hour 11 - 4 Phone Number: 888-424-2433

• Daily -- Calibrate Your Palate @ CIA at Greystone
  Food Education: Ever wonder how chefs get flavors balanced just right? How to find the perfect balance of sweet, salty, sour & bitter? Spend 15 minutes tasting and learning during our video-guided presentation with chef instructor Toni Sakaguchi. The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, 2555 Main St. St. Helena
  Fee: $10 Time: 12 p.m. & 2 p.m. Phone Number: 888-424-2433

• Daily -- The Chocolate Experience at CIA at Greystone
  Food Education: You know you like chocolate, but do you know how it is grown? What makes some chocolate taste better than others? What "couverture" means? Learn this and more on this 15 minute video-guided presentation with chef instructor Stephen Durfee. The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, 2555 Main St. St. Helena
  Fee: $10 Time: 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. Phone Number: 888-424-2433

• January 19 - September 20 -- 2012 Vegetable Gardening Class Series
  Garden Education: Learn how to get started with your own vegetable plots and grow year round. For partial spring/summer or fall/winter vegetable series or for the Napa series visit http://ucanr.org/vegetableseries. Pre-registration is required. 6516 Washington Street, Yountville
  Fee: $60/person for complete series Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-944-8712

• Every Sunday -- Robert Mondavi: Pairing Artisanal Cheese and Wine
  Food & Wine Education: Few pairings in the culinary world are more decadent than wine and cheese. Join us for an exploration of this delicious kinship, as we pair Robert Mondavi Winery wines with artisanal cheeses from California. The two-hour program begins with a tour of our beautiful estate, followed by an educational sit-down pairing session with one of our experienced Wine Educators. Advance reservations required, limited to 10 guests. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $50 Time: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Every Sunday, September 18 - October 30, 2011 -- “Tasting on the Veranda” at St. Supery
  Wine Education: Fair-weather tasting on the veranda of our historic Victorian house overlooking the vineyards in Rutherford. Twelve person maximum. Reservations required. 8440 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford CA
  Fee: $50/$40 Wine Club Time: 11 a.m. Phone Number: 800-942-0809

• Daily, by appointment -- Reserve Wine Tasting at Blackstallion Winery
  Wine Education: Reserve Wine Tastings include four wines: Our current release Cabernet Sauvignon along with our top three reserve wines, including two vintages of our Bucephalus Red Blend! 4089 Silverado Trail, Napa
  Fee: $30 Time: By appointment Phone Number: (800) BSW.NAPA

• Sundays & Fridays -- Gourmet Napa Walking Tour
  Recreation, Wine & Food Education: This tour will delight your taste buds as you explore revitalized downtown Napa with fellow foodies. We'll share the fascinating history of this beautiful riverfront town, one where celebrity chefs intermingle with organic farmers and boutique winemakers. Advanced purchase required.
  Fee: $68 Time: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Phone Number: (415) 312.1119

• Tuesdays & Saturdays, May through October -- Napa Downtown Farmers' Market
  Market: The Napa Farmers Market is located in the Northeast parking lot at Oxbow Public Market, Napa. Open Tuesday and Saturday May through October. It offers the best of locally-grown, farm-direct produce, gourmet food and handmade crafts.
  Fee: Free Time: 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 252.7142

• Every Wednesday & Saturday -- Robert Mondavi The Harvest of Joy Tour and Lunch
  Wine Education: Robert Mondavi's autobiography, entitled 'The Harvests of Joy', describes his love for wine and food, and his passion for sharing 'the good life' with others. Let us share our bounty with you with a tour of our winery followed by an all inclusive, three-course lunch in our Vineyard Room. You will savor dishes prepared by our Winery chef while enjoying idyllic views of the To Kalon Vineyard and the neighboring Mayacamas mountains. This program unfolds over about two and a half hours. Advance reservations required, limited to 10 quests. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $100 Time: 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• August 19 - September 30 -- Carneros Inn - Thursdays at the Pavillion
  Celebration, Live Music: Join us at the outdoor Pavilion at FARM to enjoy live music and DJ performances by local artists, every Thursday evening through the end of September. Sit back and relax and watch the sun set on the outdoor Pavilion, while enjoying drinks and small plates from the featured outdoor grill. 4048 Sonoma Hwy, Napa CA
  Fee: Free to attend Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 499.4880

• Thursdays - Saturdays -- Hess Collection: Tour of the Palate
  Wine Education: Enjoy a guided tour of The Hess Collection Contemporary Art Museum followed by a tasting of three current release wines expertly paired with creations from Hess Executive Chef Chad Hendrickson. Advance reservations required. 4411 Redwood Road, Napa CA
  Fee: $50 Time: 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.1144 x213

• Friday-Sunday, March through December -- The Wine & Cheese Experience at Merryvale
  Food & Wine Education: Food and Wine Educator Shawn Dougherty showcases local artisan and international cheeses and pairs them with a selection of Merryvale wines. Discover the differences with each pairing and understand why these cheeses are paired with specific varietals. 1000 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $45/$35 Wine Club Members Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.7777

• Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday -- Turnbull Wine & Food Pairing Class
  Wine & Food Education: Join us as our Wine Educators guide you through the mysteries of food & wine pairing. Sip limited release wines accompanied by carefully prepared morsels. Class is limited to eight people. Call for reservations. Turnbull Wine Cellars, 8210 St. Helena Hwy, Oakville CA
  Fee: $40 Time: Call for information & reservations Phone Number: (800) 887.6285 x18

• Every Friday Night, June 3-September 16, 2011 -- Napa City Nights
  Live Music: Bring a blanket and a picnic basket and enjoy free entertainment the whole family will enjoy! Veterans Memorial Park Amphitheater, Downtown Napa CA
  Fee: Free Time: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: 707-257-9500

• September 9 - 30 -- Twilight Tasting in the Grove
  Wine Education: Sip on our small production Cabernet Franc Rosé while strolling along our vineyards and learning about our history, and organic farming practices. Includes a stop in the barrel room for a sample of futures and a fabulous tasting of our Bordeaux style boutique wines. 3222 Ehlers Lane, St. Helena
  Fee: By Appointment, $35 per person. Time: Fridays: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707.963.5972

• Every Friday & Saturday night -- Live Music at Downtown Joe's
  Live Music: We have everything from Jazz to Rock to Open Mic. Check out our calendar for information on who is playing when. 902 Main St., Napa, CA
  Fee: Call for information Time: 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 258.2337

• Every Friday -- Friday Barrel Tasting at Grgich Hills
  Wine Education: You'll get a sneak preview right from the barrel of whatever tastes particularly good that day. The barrel tasting is included in the tasting fee of our current releases. Every Friday, except during harvest. Call for more information. 1829 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford CA
  Fee: $35 includes tasting of five wines Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-963-2784

• Every Friday -- Friday Night Winemaker Tastings
  Wine Education: Come in for lively conversation, good fun and a taste of some of the best wines in the world. JV showcases special wines from Napa Valley beyond. Must be 21 years of age to enter JV's tasting room. JV Wine, 301 First Street, Napa CA
  Fee: $5 Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 253.2624

• Every Friday - May through October -- St. Helena Farmers Market
  Market: Backdropped by grapevines and mountains, purchase local farmer’s spring veggies, local lemons and olive oil for a fresh salad, accompanied with local cheeses and bread. Stroll through the market magic and music.1 mile from downtown St. Helena. Head south on Main Street/Hwy 29, past Pope St, past Charter Oak, until Grayson Ave. Turn right on Grayson and go about .3 miles and left on Crane about .2 miles to the Farmers Market entrance. Alternatively, take the short cut through the parking lot adjacent to the High School track & field, follow the pathway through Crane Park to the vendor area.
  Fee: Free Time: 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (302) 584.0819

• Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday -- "Do You Know the Way to Cabernet"
  Wine Education: Discover the essence of Cabernet Sauvignon. Taste through five unique bottlings, each with their own personality and crafted with their individual blend and terrior influences. Discover which is yours! Also included is a selection of Artisan Cheese, expertly paired with our wines. By appointment only. Kuleto Estate Winery, 2470 Sage Canyon Road, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $50/$25 Wine Club Member Time: 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. Phone Number: 707-302-2209

• First Friday of Each Month -- Salsa Dance Party at Oxbow Public Market
  Celebration: Pica Pica invites you to a salsa dance party the first Friday of each month: salsa dancing, lessons and music by Guapachoso, who plays classic Latin lounge style music to exhilarating hip danceable salsa, get ready to dance. Free lessons at 6:30 p.m., dancing until 9 p.m. Downtown Napa
  Fee: Free Time: 6 p.m. -9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.6529

• Selected Saturdays -- Wine Explorations: Tasting Like A Pro
  Wine Education: Tasting wine like a pro, the perfect complement to our cooking classes. The Culinary Institute of America is all about food and wine, after all! In just two hours of discussion and tastings with our world-renowned instructors, you'll learn all about the wonderful world of wine. Call for more information. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $95 per person Time: 10 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.2320

• Saturdays June - October -- Winegrowing Tour at Goosecross Cellars
  Wine Education: The Estate Winegrowing Tour takes you into our beautiful 10 acre estate vineyard for an up-close and personal look at the growing conditions and management techniques essential for producing world class wine. Tour include a brief visit to the winery to explore winemaking techniques. Beginning in August, as harvest approaches, the tour focuses on key decisions the winemaker must make in the vineyard and winery to optimize quality. Tour concludes with a private tasting of Goosecross Cellars wines. Reservations are limited to eight people. 1119 State Lane, Yountville, CA
  Fee: $25 Time: Offered by prior appointment Phone Number: (800) 276.9210

• Every weekend -- Weekend Classes at the CIA
  Food Education: Three Flavors of Cooking Classes. Choose from dozens of fun and exciting weekend courses in three distinct styles, from two hours to one day. CIA at Greystone, 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: Varies Time: Call for information and reservations Phone Number: (707) 967.2320

• Saturday & Sundays, September 17 - 25, 2011 -- G Studios Annual Open Studios
  Art Exhibit: Eager art lovers will find the most comprehensive collection of Napa Valley Artists in one location. Enjoy and buy works of six professional artists in a wide array of genres. Figurative, plein air, floral, abstract,land and seascape, fused and cast glass and sculpture. 421 Walnut Street, Napa CA
  Fee: Free Time: 10am -5pm Phone Number: 707-320-8868

• Every Saturday -- Robert Mondavi: Wine and Chocolate Expressions
  Food & Wine Education: Explore delights from premier local artisan chocolatier, Woodhouse Chocolate, paired with both red and white Robert Mondavi Winery wines. We will journey through history, from the unique drink of Montezuma to modern day Switzerland’s renowned milk chocolate blends. We will examine sweet versus bitter, dark cocoa versus light milk chocolate and terroir-driven earthy versus fruity flavors. Advance reservations required, limited to 10 quests. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $50 Time: 3 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Every Saturday -- Salsa Lessons at Ceja Vineyards
  Instruction, Recreation: Sizzling Salsa Saturday! Free Salsa Lessons & Happy Hour at Ceja Vineyards in downtown Napa. 5:30pm-7:30pm Happy Hour – get your salsa groove on – sample all Ceja wines at special discounts. 7:30pm Beginner Salsa & 8:30pm Intermediate Salsa. Open to 11:00pm. 1248 First Street, Napa
  Fee: Free Time: 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Beginner & Intermediate Phone Number: (707) 226.6445

• Every other Saturday -- CIA Samplings Cooking Class
  Food Education: Two hours of hands-on adventurous cooking classes held in the CIA Teaching Kitchens. Come and explore the aromas, tastes and textures of wine country and The World Table cuisines. Enjoy a glass of wine with your creations at the end of class! Participants must be at least 18 years of age. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $95 Time: 9:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.2328

• The First Saturday of Every Month -- It's A Grand Night For Singers
  Live Music, Performing Arts: The Jarvis Conservatory in Napa, California, offers an exclusive venue for Bay Area singers the first Saturday of every month, titled It's A Grand Night For Singers. As always, audiences will be treated to a variety of singers and repertoire ranging from George Frederick Handel to Broadway. 17711 Main st. Napa, CA
  Fee: $15 Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.5445

• Every Saturday -- Napa RiverWalk with Historian George Webber
  Recreation, Historic: Local historian and raconteur George Webber leads walking tour through historic Napa. Visit historic landmarks, hear tales, old town lores, stories and fun facts. Starts at Riverbend Performance Plaza behind the Historic Napa Mill. Call for info and reservations.
  Fee: $20/Limited $10 tickets for Locals Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 251.8500

• Every Saturday May - October -- Calistoga Farmers' Market
  Market: Every Saturday the market offers fresh produce & seasonal fruits, gourmet food, crafts, master gardeners, live entertainment and much more. Sharpsteen Plaza located across from the City Hall in downtown Calistoga at 1235 Washington Street.
  Fee: Free Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 942.8892 / (707) 812.2640

• Every other Sunday, May 16 - September 5 -- Tour & Tasting Tutorial @ Hess Collection
  Every other Sunday, this comprehensive tour & tasting begins in the historic vineyard and continues to the fermentation cellar and 107-year-old barrel room. The tour culminates in a guided tasting of 5 wines in the executive dining room overlooking the Mt Veeder Hills. 4411 Redwood Road, Napa
  Fee: $30 per person and advance appointment is required. Time: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.1144 ext. 213

• Every other Saturday -- Taste of CIA Cookbooks Cooking Class
  Food Education: Five hour hands-on cooking classes inspired by our popular CIA cookbooks held in the CIA Teaching Kitchens. Come and explore the aromas, tastes and textures of wine country and The World Table cuisines, or get an introduction to basic skills Class fee includes a CIA Cookbook and CIA logo apron. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $250 Time: 9:30 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.2320

• Third Friday of each Month -- Johnny's Lobster Feed at Flora Springs
  Dining: For a posse of twenty or more, we will setup the tables and chairs, and pour the wine. Then you just sit right back and get ready to indulge in a delicious lobster spread. 1978 West Zinfandel Lane St. Helena, CA
  Fee: $75 Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.6723

• Every Second Sunday of the month -- New Orleans Dixieland Jazz
  Live Music: Each month a different band will perform three-40 minute sets. Between sets, jammers (aka local musicians) will perform. Dance on a large dance floor or just sit back and enjoy! Sponsored by the Napa Valley Dixieland Jazz Society. Embassy Suites, 1075 California Blvd., Napa, CA
  Fee: $10 Adults/$3 Ages 12-17/Under 12 free Time: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.5285

• The first Friday of every month -- Napa Art On First!
  Celebration, Exhibition: Downtown Napa will host an urban scavenger hunt on the first Friday of each month. Follow the hunt on Facebook and Twitter for clues leading to the one-of-a-kind piece of art created by an ART ON F1RST participating artist. Immediately following each month's scavenger hunt, you are invited to a reception with the artist at a local business.
  Fee: Free Time: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: 707-257-2117

• Tuesday-Thursday; Friday & Saturday -- Gourmet Retreat at CasaLana B & B
  Food Education: CasaLana B&B offers hands-on cooking classes in the B&Bs' professionally-equipped kitchen. Classes are geared to avid home cooks. Classes range in length from 3 hours to 5 full days. Please call for more information. 1316 South Oak Street, Calistoga CA
  Fee: $75 - $850 Time: Times vary according to class Phone Number: (707) 942.0615

• Every Third Friday, May - October -- Food Truck 3rd Friday @ Flora Springs
  Celebration, Dining: Take advantage of the longer and warmer nights and join us every Third Friday night for a food truck round-up featuring four food trucks and a dessert truck. Live music, wine by the glass, special case prices and a featured tasting fireside on our new rooftop lounge. 1978 West Zinfandel Ln, St. Helena CA
  Fee: Cost of food Time: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: 866-967-8032

• Every Second Sunday -- AVIA Napa Second Sunday Supper Club
  Food & Wine Education: Learn about worldly wines and creative cuisine with Chef Aken's interactive new series. Complete with wine pairings, live cooking demos, wine maker appearances and more, these 3-4 course casual dinners are priced at $110 per person plus tax and gratuity. Think comfort food and communal tables. Foodies will love it!
  Fee: $110 per person plus tax and gratuity Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: 707-224-3900

• TBA -- Napa Valley Harvest Dinner at Merryvale
  Celebration, Food & Wine Education: Join us for our annual harvest dinner in the Cask Room. This year's guests will enjoy an evening of merriment, local farm-to-table cuisine and our superb wines to celebrate harvest! Please call for reservations. 1000 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $150 All Inclusive Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: 800-326-6069 x429

• TBA -- Tomatoville
  Celebration: Bardessono and Hill Family Estate invite you to a weekend of celebration in honor of Mother Nature’s finest fruit (since the grape). Call for information and reservations. 6526 Yount St., Yountville, CA
  Fee: Varies by event Time: varies by event Phone Number: (707) 204.6030

• TBA -- Bale Grist Mill Harvest Dinner
  Benefit, Dining: A Country Dinner Featuring Locally Grown Foods. Whiskey Bar, Local Wines , Our Special ‘Bale Ale’~ Made with Grains from the Mill. Live Blue Grass Music & Silent Auction. Benefits Napa Valley’s Own Historic Water-Powered Grist Mill. 3369 St. Helena Highway, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $100 Time: 6 p.m. Phone Number: 707-942-4575

• TBA -- Paella-Palooza @ Girard Winery
  Celebration: You're invited to Girard's 2nd Annual "Paella-Palooza" on September 10th! This delicious Spanish dish is even tastier when paired with bold red wines, zesty music and Sangria! Our gorgeous Yountville tasting room is the perfect place to be on a Saturday afternoon, and this pairing is one you won't want to miss.
  Fee: $20, free to wine club members Time: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 707.968.9297 x.19

• TBA -- PEJU Winery Harvest Dinner
  Celebration: Enjoy a fun-filled evening that will include a Winemaker seminar, wine tasting, harvest dinner and dancing celebration. Call for reservations. Peju Province Winery, 8466 St Helena Hwy, Rutherford CA
  Fee: $175/$155 Wine Club Members, plus tax Time: 6 p.m. - 10p.m. Phone Number: 800-446-7358

• TBA -- Tastings on the Lawn at Charles Krug Winery
  Celebration: The winery's signature tasting event takes place on the estate's Great Lawn in the shade of heritage oaks. Tastings, delectable nibbles, & live music. Lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and straw hats are encouraged. Charles Krug Winery, 2800 Main Street, St. Helena
  Fee: Call for information & tickets Time: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 747.5784

• TBA -- Annual Clif Family Annual Harvest Party
  Celebration: Reserve your spot for our favorite party of the year. Join owners Gary Erickson & Kit Crawford along with our winemakers for an afternoon of local food, wine, music and art. Proceeds benefit Community Alliance with Family Farmers. Call for more information and to purchase tickets. 709 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $50/$25 Ages 13-20/Under 12 Free Time: 4 pm - 9 pm Phone Number: 707-968-0625

• TBA -- Napa Valley Open Studios
  Exhibition: Sixty-five juried artists will be open to demonstrate and discuss their work. A collector's catalog and map will be available at locations throughout the valley and at local chambers of commerce.
  Fee: Free Time: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 257.0900

• TBA -- Beaulieu Vineyards Labor Day Weekend Case Sale
  Celebration: Our biggest sale of the year...stock up and save on your favorite BV wines at extraordinary prices. Includes library wines and large formats. 1960 St. Helena Highway, Rutherford, CA
  Fee: $15/Wine Club Members Free Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 800-264-6918 x5233

• TBA -- Napa River Rock & Stroll
  Recreation, Benefit: Annual 6K family fun run along the Napa River Trail. Starts at Kennedy Park softball fields, ends at Veterans Memorial Park in downtown Napa. Live music, and family-friendly activities at the Finish Line Festival. Benefits Cope Family Center's child abuse prevention programs.
  Fee: $15-$30 Time: 8:30 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 252.1123

• TBA -- Annual Barbecue Battle
  Benefit: Hosted by Judd's Hill Winery and Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa, the barbecue throwdown will benefit the NVEF’s Music Connection Program. Guests attending Napa Valley Barbecue Battle will be spoiled with great wine, food and entertainment, including live music throughout. 3425 Solano Avenue, Napa
  Fee: $75 Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 253-8600

• TBA -- Napa Valley Open Studios
  Exhibition: Sixty-five juried artists will be open to demonstrate and discuss their work. A collector's catalog and map will be available at locations throughout the valley and at local chambers of commerce.
  Fee: Free Time: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 257.0900

• TBA -- Mount Veeder Appellation Wine Tasting
  Wine Education:Enjoy an exclusive opportunity to taste small production gems from Mount Veeder wineries, many of which are not normally open to the public. Live music, food and, of course, amazing wines from more than 20 Mount Veeder wineries. Hess Collection, 4411 Redwood Road Napa
  Fee: $50 Time: 1 pm to 4 pm Phone Number: (707) 252.1017

• TBA -- Staglin Family Music Festival for Mental Health
  Benefit, Auction: Join us for the Annual Staglin Music Festival for Mental Health featuring Dionne Warwick! Kick up your heels while raising funds and hope for the 57 million Americans who live with mental illness. The event will include a free scientific symposium, a reception, a concert and a dinner. Staglin Family Vineyard in Rutherford CA
  Fee: $750 per person Time: Varies Phone Number: 707-944-0477

• TBA -- Annual Cruisin' Calistoga Beer & Wine Festival
  Festival: Join us for the custom and classic car show, beer and wine tasting, DJ by 'Darren Z Productions', food, merchandise, event t-shirts and more. Napa County Fairgrounds, 1435 North Oak Street, Calistoga CA
  Fee: $25 Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 707-942-1473

• TBA -- Schramsberg Fall Harvest Camp
  Wine Education: It is our goal to have a combination of both consumers and professionals to make it fascinating for both sectors. Our camp is an enjoyable way to jump in and experience sparkling wine with all the senses in Wine Country, where it all happens. Schramsberg Vineyards, 1400 Schramsberg Road, Calistoga CA
  Fee: $1,200/$1,020 Club Member Time: Call for information & reservations Phone Number: 800-877-3623 x2408

• TBA -- Napa Valley Aloha Festival
  Festival, Benefit: The festival will include live entertainment and vendors from the Hawaiian/Polynesian community in the form of music, dance, authentic foods arts, crafts, clothing and wares from vendors all over the West Coast and Hawaii. Non-perishable food donations will be accepted to benefit the Napa Valley Food Bank. Napa Valley Expo Fairgrounds, 575 Third Street, Napa CA
  Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: 707-966-4017

• TBA -- St. Clement Open House
  Celebration: Join us at St. Clement for our Open House as we unveil our fresh new look. Sip on your favorite St. Clement wines while you listen to the sounds of blue grass band Notorious Shank Brothers. An artisanal pizza maker will be on hand offering savory & sweet wood fired pizzas for sale. 2867 St. Helena Highway, N., St. Helena, CA
  Fee: $30 Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 265.5000

• TBA -- PlumpJack Reserve Cabernet Winemaker dinner
  Winemaker Dinner: An intimate PlumpJack winemaker dinner at our sister winery CADE Estate Winery. Gordon Getty, winemaker Anthony Biagi and John Conover will be hosting the dinner, which will feature our new releases wines as well as additional wines from both the PlumpJack and CADE Wineries. Space is very limited, RSVP. 360 Howell Mountain Road South, Angwin
  Fee: $350 all inclusive Time: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: 707.945.1220

• TBA -- Merryvale Vineyards Harvest Dinner
  Wine & Food Education: Merryvale Vineyards Harvest Dinner celebrating the 25th Anniversay of the first release of our flagship wine, Profile. Three decades of Profile to be poured, 1983-2010. Join our winemaker and owners, Rene & Laurence Schlatter for a very special evening. Music by Jazz Gitan and cuisine by Tra Vigne. Please call for reservations or purchase tickets online. 1000 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $150 all inclusive Time: 7p.m. - 10:30p.m. Phone Number: 707-968-3429

• TBA -- Just Imagine Auction
  Auction, Benefit: An evening to celebrate...silent and live auction, dinner and dancing to benefit the students of St. Helena's Public Schools. Held at the Hourglass Blueline Estate.
  Fee: $175 + Time: 6 p.m. - 12 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.2717

• TBA -- Napa Valley Opera House Gala
  Celebration, Benefit: Join us for our Annual Black Tie Gala "I'll Take Manhattan". Reception and magnum auction in the Opera House Plaza. Performance by Grammy-nominated Jazz ensemble The Tiernney Sutton Band in the Margrit Biever Mondavi Theatre, followed by dinner and live auction.
  Fee: Call for information & reservations Time: 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-603-2333

• TBA -- Napa Valley Symphony League Home and Garden Tour
  Benefit: This event is a fundraiser. All proceeds benefit the Napa Valley Symphony Featured on the tour are five unique homes which reflect the passions of their owners. The homes are personalized through an elaborate mix of architecture and décor making them truly one-of-a-kind.
  Fee: $50 in advance, $55 day of event Time: 9:30AM to 4:30PM Phone Number: 707-254-0355

• TBA -- Hands Across The Valley
  Benefit: Join us for the Annual Hands Across The Valley event. Food and wine tasting courtesy of Napa Valley's great restaurants and wineries, a silent and live auction with rare wines and exciting dinner & travel packages and dancing under the stars. Proceeds benefit Safety Net Food Programs in the Napa Valley. The Ranch Winery, 105 Zinfandel Lane, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $150 Time: 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-6136

• TBA -- Wine Country Ukulele Festival
  Festival, Live Music: Live Music All Day Long, ‘Ukulele marketplace, Kid’s Lessons, Very Beginning Lessons, Workshops (separate fee required), Jam Sessions, ‘Ukulele Give-Aways and More! Upper Valley Campus of Napa Valley College, 1088 College Avenue, St. Helena, Ca
  Fee: Free admission Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-7372

• TBA -- Beaulieu Vineyards Georges de Latour Release Party
  Celebration, Wine Education: Join us for the highly anticipated release of our 2008 vintage of Beaulieu Vineyard Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. Winemaker Jeffrey Stambor will be hosting us in our Reserve Tasting Room with music, appetizers & of course the first taste of our 2008 vintage. 1960 St. Helena Highway Rutherford, CA
  Fee: $50 Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: 800-264-6918 x5233

• TBA -- Just Be Claus Presents "Fall Extravaganza"
  Holiday, Fair: Just Be Claus has been doing Christmas shows for 21 years so we are ready to present "Fall Extravaganza" to showcase Thanksgiving & Halloween plus general gifts. All handmade! Stop by to check it out. American Legion Post 113, 1240 Pearl Street, Napa CA
  Fee: Free Time: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: 707-224-8901

• TBA -- Napa River Wine & Crafts Fair
  Fair, Live Music: Juried handcrafted arts, holiday gifts, wine, food, music, children's activities and entertainment. Stroll down the street and experience this vibrant scene. Main Street and Veteran's Park, Downtown Napa CA
  Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: 707-257-0322

• TBA -- Chiarello Harvest Celebration & Case Party
  Celebration, Wine Education: As our gift to our biggest wine fans, Michael pulls out all the stops on a memorable feast, in and among the vines. These events are our gifts to buyers of one case or more of the newly released wines of the season. As always, they include barrel tastings of yet-to-be released Wines. Chiarello Family Vineyards, Yountville CA
  Fee: Purchase of one case of wine Time: 3p.m. Barrel Tasting/4p.m. Feasting Phone Number: 707-256-0750

• TBA -- Clos Du Val Grape Stomp
  Celebration: STOMP your way to good health at our Annual Grape Stomp and Harvest Cookout! Heart-rate-raising activities include grape-picking and grape-stomping competitions for — you guessed it! — yummy liquid prizes. 5330 Silverado Trail, Napa CA
  Fee: Call for information Time: Call for information & reservations Phone Number: 707-261-5251

• TBA -- Twilight on the Serengeti at Safari West
  Benefit: This ferociously fun event is always a sell-out, so reserve your ticket today! Featuring Liam Mayclem, Emmy award winning host and producer for CBS 5 TV's Eye on the Bay.Safari Attire - Safari Inspired Cuisine - Exotic Animals - Entertainment - Silent and Live Auction - Plus more 'untamed' surprises! 3115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $150 Time: 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: 707-566-3667

• TBA -- Harvest Ball at V. Sattui
  Celebration, Dancing: Come help us celebrate the Harvest and revisit the culture and cuisine of Italy’s best-known region with an authentic and traditional Tuscan banquet combined with Napa Valley hospitality and the finest V. Sattui wines for an evening you will long remember! Chef Osvaldo Baroncelli of Prato Italy along with Napa Valley Chef Shannon Kelly. Make your reservations early!
  Fee: $200 Members / $225 Non-members Time: 6 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.7774