Ongoing Events

• Every Night -- Live Music & Dancing - Calistoga Inn
  Live Music: The Calistoga Inn, Restaurant & Brewery features live jazz, blues or latin style music from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. every night. Dinner reservations are recommended.Blues on the patio every Wednesday night, Open Mic in the pub every Wed., Singer/Songwriters in the pub every Thurs, dancing in the pub every Fri & Sat, jazz on the patio every Fri, Sat & Sun night. Call for details. 1250 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga CA.
  Fee: Free or small coverTime: Varies Phone Number: (707) 942.4101

• Ongoing -- Introducing Beringer Vineyards Tour
  Historic: This historic tour ushers you through our original winery and aging tunnels, highlighting Beringer's 130+ year history and commitment to quality. (Under 21 free when accompanied by an adult). 2000 Main St., St. Helena.
  Fee: $15 per adult, (Under 21 free when accompanied by an adult.)Time: 10:30 a.m. , 2:15 p.m. and 3 p.m. daily Phone Number: (707) 967.4412

• Ongoing Year-Round -- California Wine Exhibit at the Napa Valley Museum
  Museums & Exhibitions, Wine Education: "California Wine: The Science of an Art", a million dollar, state-of-the-art interactive exhibit takes you through a year in the wine making process. Napa Valley Museum, 55 Presidents Cir., on the grounds of the Veterans Home of California, Yountville.
  Fee: Adults $4.50, Students and Senior $3.50, Youth ages 7 to 17 $2.50, Children under age 7 free. Free Admission every Monday.Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Wednesday-Monday Phone Number: (707) 944.0500

• 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: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.1144

• Daily, by appointment -- The Nose Knows: Sensory Evaluation at Franciscan
  Wine Education: Join one of our experts as you learn to taste wine like a professional. This is a fun, round table setting designed to introduce you to various wine's signature aromas and to an understanding of how your sense of smell enhances your enjoyment of wine. 1178 Galleron Road at Hwy 29, St. Helena, CA
  Fee: $30Time: by appointment Phone Number: (707) 967.3993

• Daily -- Taste of Beringer Tour at Beringer Vineyareds
  Historic, Wine Education: This tour captures the basics of vines and wines. Explore our demonstration vineyard and learn about the growing cycle of a grape vine. Tour the caves while tasting four different wines. We'll teach you to taste wine like a professional. Guests must be at least 21 years of age to participate. 2000 Main St., St. Helena
  Fee: $20Time: 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., and 3:45 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.4412

• Daily, by appointmentt -- The Art of The Blend at Franciscan
  Wine Education: 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. 1178 Galleron Road at Hwy 29, St. Helena, CA
  Fee: $30Time: between 11a.m. and 3 p.m., 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, CA.
  Fee: Adults $4.50, Seniors, $3.50, children 7-17, $2.50, Under 7, FreeTime: 10 a.m - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 944.0500

• Ongoing -- Vintage Legacy Tour at Beringer Vineyards
  Wine Education, Historic: Experience the Beringer Brothers' vision from vineyard to bottle. Guests will begin the tour in Beringer's St. Helena Home Vineyard, part of the original estate in 1875, and proceed to the Old Stone Winery for a barrel tasting of a pre-release wine in the caves, followed by a sit-down tasting of three current-release wines. Must be at least 21 years of age. Please call for availability. 2000 Main St., St. Helena
  Fee: $35 per personTime: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.8989 #2222

• Daily -- Tasting in the Cellar at Beringer Vineyards
  Wine Education: A great opportunity for a semi-private tasting of five reserve level wines as well as learning more about our reserve wine program. Must be at least 21 years of age. By advance reservation only, 24-hour reservation/cancellation policy. 2000 Main St, St. Helena, CA
  Fee: $25Time: 2 p.m. & 3:45 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.8989 ext. 2222

• Friday, Saturday, Sunday -- Wine and Cheese Pairing Seminar at Beringer Vineyards
  Wine Education: This presentation highlights how the cheese's dominant tastes react with wine's dominant tastes. Tasting of 4 different artisanal cheeses paired with 4 different wines. Must be at least 21 years of age. By advance reservation only, 48-hour reservation/cancellation policy. 2000 Main St, St. Helena, CA.
  Fee: $30Time: 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.8989 ext. 2222

• 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

• By Appointment, minimum 10 people -- "Blend Your Own Merlot" At Rutherford Hill
  Wine Education: "Blending in the Caves." This is a one-of-a-kind experience where you and your friends or colleagues become winemakers for a day! After your tour, your wine instructor will assist you with important considerations. Then, blend your own Merlot - even bottle it and take it home! Call the winery for more information.
  Fee: VariesTime: By Appointment, Reservations Required Phone Number: (707) 963.1871 ext.218

• Daily -- Sterling Vineyards Progressive Tasting
  Wine Education: Guests will be able to sample tastes of limited-release wines in a "progressive tasting" throughout the scenic hilltop winery. At two strategic viewpoints along the way, winery staff will be available to answer questions while serving tastings. The balance of the five-wine tasting is completed in the Visitors Center's Main Tasting Room, where guests can enjoy a seated tasting with attentive table service and great views of the northern Napa Valley, while surrounded by Sterling's historical collection of wine-related art. 1111 Dunaweal Lane Calistoga, Ca
  Fee: $20 adults, $10 under 21, under 3 FreeTime: All Day Phone Number: (800) 726.6136

• Daily -- Sterling Vineyards Reserve Tour and Tasting
  Wine Education: Participants will enjoy an escorted tour of winery operations, led by one of our knowledgeable and gracious tour guides, followed by a private tasting in our elegant Reserve Room. The tasting features a three-vintage vertical selection of Sterling's highly acclaimed Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. Includes Sterling's one-of-a-kind aerial tram ride (a portion of the fee may be credited toward the purchase of Reserve wines). Reservations are recommended. 1111 Dunaweal Lane Calistoga, Ca
  Fee: $45Time: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 942.3349

• Daily, at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. or 3 p.m. -- Girls Weekend Tour and Tasting
  Celebration: Girls Weekend Tour and Tasting package at Clos Pegase. We offer a Private Tasting and beautiful Cave Tour, along with a tote bag filled with Girls Weekend goodies: a cute logo baseball hat, and logo crystal wine glass. Call for booking. 1060 Dunaweal Lane, Calistoga
  Fee: $40Time: 10 a.m., 1 p.m. or 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 737-1410

• Every Sunday, August 3 - September 28 -- Grape Stomp at St. Supery
  Wine Education: Do an old-fashioned grape stomp followed by a tasting of St. Supery's finest Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc along with artisan cheese. Dress casual! Reservations Required. Space is limited. 8440 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford
  Fee: $40 per person.Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 942.0809 ext. 58

• August 9 - September 20 -- New Art From Oakland at the di Rosa Preserve
  Exhibition: An exhibition exploring the creative talent exploding in Oakland today. Organized by di Rosa Preserve curator Michael Schwager, There will present a cross-section of contemporary artists who live and work in Oakland and contribute to the energy and vitality of Bay Area art. 5200 Carneros Highway 121 Napa
  Fee: $10 / $5 di Rosa Preserve membersTime: Tuesday - Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m Phone Number: (707) 226.5991

• August 15 - September 14 -- Manga & Anime Exhibition
  Exhibition: Napa Valley Museum presents Manga & Anime: An Exhibition of Popular Cartoon Art In Collaboration with Nichi Bei Times. 55 Presidents Cir., on the grounds of the Veterans Home of California, Yountville.
  Fee: Adults $4.50, Students and Senior $3.50, Youth ages 7 to 17 $2.50, Children under age 7 free. Free Admission every Monday.Time: Open Daily Except Tuesdays: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 944.0500

• Every Sunday -- Mimi Fox and friends at Uva Trattoria
  Live Music: Mimi Fox and friends, Lite Jazz Guitar at Uva Trattoria. Come join Uva for the best in Italian wines & food, cocktails & live jazz every week. 1405 Clinton Street, between Main & Brown, downtown Napa.
  Fee: FreeTime: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.6646

• Every Sunday -- St. Supery Winery - Behind the Scenes
  Wine Education: Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes at a world class winery? Here is your opportunity to see first hand. Explore our cellar with a wine educator and learn about the entire winemaking process from crushing to bottling. Tour concludes with a barrel tasting of our estate grown reds. 8440 Hwy 29, Rutherford.
  Fee: $30Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.4507 x58 or (800) 942.0809 x58

• Every Sunday -- Robert Mondavi, Artisanal Cheese & Wine
  Food & Wine Education: The marriage of wine and cheese dates back before the Roman Empire. Just as gourmet foods have evolved in the United States, so have exceptional handmade cheeses, which some feel are a natural complement to handcrafted wine. This two-hour presentation begins with a tour of the winery to understand Robert Mondavi's winemaking philosophy. Afterwards, you will sit down to enjoy a selection of local artisanal cheeses served with our wines. You will taste both red and white wines with the cheeses and try some new combinations that might surprise you. Limited to 10 guests. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville. Advanced reservations are required.
  Fee: $50.00 per person, limited to 10 guests.Time: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Every Day -- Burgundian Tasting at Patz & Hall
  Wine & Food Education: Come taste six single vineyard pinot noirs and chardonnays in our tasting salon with seasonal food compliments, by appointment ($40), or walk in and sit at our new bar and enjoy three wines ($20).
  Fee: $20.00 - $40.00Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 265.7700

• Every third Sunday of the month -- Renaissance Tea at the Cedar Gables Inn
  Reception: Come for a relaxing afternoon of Old English Ambience and charm with Specialty teas, elegant sandwiches, scones, and sweet petit fours. Seating is limited. Reservations are required. Ages 12 and up. 486 Coombs St., Napa, CA.
  Fee: $35Time: 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 224.7969

• Every Monday -- Robert Mondavi Winery The Taste of Wine
  Wine Education: This two-hour long formal tasting will take you on a journey through your palate. You will learn to taste wine with care in order to appreciate its quality; to submit it to examination by your senses; to try and understand it by discovering its various characters and putting them into words. You will be able to "read" a wine by appreciating its visual aspect, evaluate its aromas and flavors as well as experience its mouthfeel. Understanding a wine is to savor it. Limited to 10 guests. Robert Mondavi Winery is located on Highway 29 in Oakville. Advanced reservations are required
  Fee: $75 per person, limited to 10 guests.Time: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Monday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday -- The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone - Cooking Demonstrations
  Food & Wine Education: Cooking demonstrations last approximately one hour. Included are recipes, video presentation and tasting of the prepared item. Held in the DeBaun Theater at the CIA in St. Helena.
  Fee: $15Time: Mon. & Fri. 1:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m., Sat. & Sun., 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.2320

• Every Tuesday - Saturday -- Tours of the di Rosa Preserve
  Exhibition: Located on 217 scenic acres in the Carneros region of Napa Valley, the di Rosa Preserve: Art & Nature houses nearly 2,300 works of art in all media by more than 900 artists from Northern California in its three contemporary galleries. 5200 Carnernos Hwy 121, Napa CA
  Fee: $10 / $15Time: 9:30a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.5991 x25

• Every Tuesday & 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 a 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. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville. Advanced reservations are required
  Fee: $100 per person, all inclusive; limited to 10 guests.Time: 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (888) RMONDAVI, ext 2000

• Every Wednesday night -- Drop-in Meditation Class for all
  Instruction: Learn to meditate, find inner meaning, improve your health & relationships, become more positive. Learn what Buddha taught. Join us at Summerville at Villa Del Rey, 3255 Villa Lane off Tancas, Napa. 2nd floor in chapel. Beginning April 4, continuing class.
  Fee: $10 donationTime: 7 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 795.8791

• Every Wednesday and Thursday -- Jazz@Silo's with Mike Greensill-Piano
  Live Music: Piano player Mike Greensill brings his unique brand of swinging jazz to Silo's. Napa's premier music room. Mike plays solo piano on Wednesday nights and is joined on Thursdays by renowned bassist Ruth Davies. Silo's at the Napa River Inn, 500 Main Street, Napa
  Fee: $10Time: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 251.5833

• Every Wednesday night -- Three for Thirty with no corkage fee
  Dining: Come to Restaurant Cuvee on Wednesday nights and receive three courses for $30.00. Bring a bottle of wine and we will waive your corkage fees. 1650 Soscol Ave., Napa
  Fee: $30.00 per personTime: 5 p.m. to close Phone Number: (707) 224.2330

• First Wednesday, every other month -- First Wednesday Downtown Calistoga
  Exhibition: Calistoga Art Center invites you to view and shop for art by local artists at downtown venues in Calistoga, such as cafes, banks and art galleries. Refreshments will be served. Sponsored by Calistoga Art Center.
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 225.1003

• The first four Wednesdays of each month -- Napa Boots and Belles Dancing
  Recreation: Napa Boots and Belles welcomes singles, couples and families for "Dancing in a Square", on the first four Wednesdays of each month. Refreshments available on each third Wednesday. Grange Hall, 3275 Hagen Road, Napa.
  Fee: $5 donationTime: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 252.3161

• Every Wednesday -- Sicilian Wednesdays at Boskos Trattoria
  Wine & Food Education: Celebrate the foods and wine of Sicily! Come enjoy our menu items inspired by the island "off the boot." All bottles of Italian wines are 1/2 off. Mangia! 1364 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA
  Fee: 1/2 Price Italian bottlesTime: 11:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 942.9088

• Thursdays and Fridays -- Peju Winery Wine, Cheese, Tapas Tasting
  Experience Peju wines as never before with exotic and flavorful dishes presented in a private, interactive setting at our winery. Peju's wine and food programs are educational, fun and perfect for groups of friends, family and corporations visiting the Napa Valley! 8466 St. Helena Highway, Rutherford
  Fee: $40/Wine and Cheese, $60/Wine and TapasTime: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.3600

• Every Thursday Morning -- Napa Mom's Club Thursday Morning Walks
  Recreation: Come join a group of moms, who come together to socialize, network and provide time for our children to be with other children. Join us for weekly walks, play groups, monthly family activities and monthly mom's night out activities. Call for more details and location info.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 849.9040

• Thursdays - Saturdays -- The Hess Collection Experience
  Wine Education: The "Hess Collection Experience" includes a VIP private gallery tour of Donald Hess' extensive collection of paintings and sculpture, a tasting of three current Hess Collection varietal wines and a special menu selected by winery Chef Chad Hendrickson. 4411 Redwood Road, Napa
  Fee: $50Time: 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.1144 x 213

• Every Thursday -- Robert Mondavi, Celebrating California Food & Wine
  Wine Education: Celebrating the California history of wine, this four-hour program begins with an educational tour of the winery and surrounding vineyards, followed by a presentation on the history of California winegrowing. After the presentation, we will serve you an elegant three-course luncheon in our Vineyard Room, created by our winery chef to complement a variety of our Napa Valley and District wines. Reservations are limited to 8 guests. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville. Advanced reservations are required.
  Fee: $110.00 per person, limited to 10 guests.Time: 10 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Fridays -- Darioush Artisan Wine & Cheese Intensive
  Food & Wine Education: Join Cowgirl Creamery owners Peggy Smith, formerly of Chez Panisse, and Sue Conley, a renowned Bay Area Restaurateur, at Darioush for a private, seated tasting of some of the world's finest small-production artisan cheeses paired with a variety of our meticulously-crafted estate-based wines. Reservations Required. 4240 Silverado Trail Napa, Ca
  Fee: $65 per person.Time: 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 257.2345 ext. 130

• Every Friday and Saturday -- Wesla Whitfield at Silo's - Jazz/Cabaret
  Live Music: Silo's presents the magical song stylings of International Cabaret/Jazz star Wesla Whitfield with Mike Greensill at the piano. Silo's wine bar, situated in the historic riverfront Napa Mill complex at the foot of main street, is a new venture between Wesla & Mike and the good folks at The Napa River Inn.
  Fee: $15Time: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 251.5833

• Every Friday -- Charbay Distillery Bar at Tra Vigne
  Wine Education: Get your weekend started on a high note! Meet your local distiller, enjoy a Charbay cocktail and an appetizer (caviar, anyone?) The bar features Charbay's entire collection of fine wines, ports & spirits. Ask any questions about distilling vodka, whiskey and rum while enjoying Tra Vigne's classic patio.
  Fee: A la carte Time: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.9327

• Ongoing Fridays - May through October -- The St. Helena Farmers' Market
  Recreation: A wonderful Farmers Market with the best fresh produce and flowers around, great specialty foods and artist made crafts, served up in the beautiful setting of Crane Park (off Hwy 29)- come by and have a coffee and pastry at our cafe, serving baked goodies from the areas finest bakeries. Live Entertainment!
  Fee: FreeTime: 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 486.2662

• Every Friday & Saturday -- Bighorn Cellars Wine, Chocolate & Cheese
  Wine & Food Education: Please join us at Silverado Train Wine Studio as we pour the premium, single-vineyard wines of Bighorn Cellars paired with artisan cheeses and decadent chocolates. Our tasting room is casual and inviting. Our wines are world class. Join us for a unique Napa Valley experience you are sure to enjoy! Cheers!
  Fee: $7.00 (Fee is waived upon wine purchase)Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.8569 x 115 or (888) 414.WINE

• Saturdays & Sundays -- Carolyn Parr Nature Center Museum Tours
  Family Fun, Museums & Exhibitions: Attractive still life displays of local habitats include local animals and plants. A well mounted 6' mt. lion in display case is most recent addition. Library, gift shop, kids games, microscope and hands on skins and bones available. Weekday tours available for groups. Call 255-6465. 3107 Browns Valley Rd, at Westwood Hills Park.
  Fee: No Admission FeeTime: Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.; Weekdays by appt. Phone Number: (707) 255.6465

• Saturdays June - October -- Goosecross Cellars Wine Basics Class
  Wine & Food Education: Join us for a morning of fun and down to earth education as you explore tasting techniques, serving hints, wine storage suggestions and more. Reservations Required. 1119 State Lane, Yountville, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: Saturday mornings at 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (800) 276.9210

• Every Saturday -- Robert Mondavi, The Essence Tour & Tasting
  Wine Education: This three-hour adventure explores the flavor profile of wine. Offered throughout the year, the Essence Tour & Tasting unveils the mysteries of aromatic essences commonly associated with red and white wines such as green apple, leather, peach, smoke, pineapple or oak. The tour and tasting focus on the influences of soil, climate and the artful hand of the winemaker in developing the nuances of Robert Mondavi wines. Limited to 8 persons. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville. Advanced reservations are required.
  Fee: $60 per person; limited to 10 guests.Time: 10 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Saturdays and Sundays except the 4th weekend of every month -- 'Wine Component Tasting' Seminar at Merryvale
  Food & Wine Education: Your adventure begins with a tour of our historic winery before moving into our renowned 'Cask Room' to focus on wine and its essential components - sugar, alcohol, acid and tannins. Merryvale's acclaimed wines are tasted along with the separate elements to demonstrate how components blend together to create balance. 1000 Main Street, St. Helena, CA.
  Fee: $20, Free to wine club membersTime: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.7777

• 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. New location: 1235 Washington Street, Calistoga Police Department Parking Area, Calistoga
  Fee: FreeTime: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 942.8892 / (707) 812.2640

• Saturdays May - October -- Winegrowing Tour at Goosecross Cellars
  Wine Education: This tour takes you right into our Estate vineyard where you'll taste the grapes, check the sugar and learn about the way we craft our wines from the grape to the bottle. This 1.5 hour tour concludes with a private, al fresco tasting of Goosecross Cellars wines to complete your experience. Reservations are limited to ten people. 1119 State Lane, Yountville, CA
  Fee: $20.00 per personTime: 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 276.9210

• Every Saturday and Sunday -- Reserve Wine Tasting at Blackstallion Winery
  Wine Education: This comparative tasting features three very special wines: 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Library Release), 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon. Optional cheese pairing selected exclusively for Black Stallion Winery by renowned cheesemonger, John Raymond. 4089 Silverado Trail, Napa
  Fee: Call for informationTime: Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (800) BSW.NAPA

• 2nd Weekend of the Month -- Hess Collection Cellar Door Red Weekends
  Celebration: The Hess Collection opens its original barrel chai for the public to fill commemorative jugs with a blended red wine from its Mount Veeder vineyards. The event recalls the 19th century origins of the winery as an exotic mountain resort in the Napa Redwoods, when Mount Veeder was a major tourist destination. 4411 Redwood Road Napa, CA
  Fee: Initial bottle $18, refills $15Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.1144

• Every first Sunday of the month -- Epicurean Explorations
  Napa Valley Grille and Goosecross Cellars introduce Epicurean Explorations: multi-course food and wine pairing experiences. Chef Lyman and Goosecross' Wine Director will demonstrate the ease and flexibility of wine pairing in this informal (not to mention delicious) format. Napa Valley Grille, 6795 Washington St., Napa
  Fee: $75.00 per person, inclusiveTime: 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (800) 276.9210

• Tuesday - Thursday; Friday and 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. 1316 South Oak Street, Calistoga. Please call for more information.
  Fee: $75 - $850Time: Times vary according to class. Phone Number: (707) 942.0615

• Fourth weekend of every month -- Wine & Food Pairing Seminar Series at Merryvale Vineyard
  Wine Education: This unique seminar is conducted by our own Sandra Barros, Merryvale's Hospitality Coordinator, who begins with a behind-the-scenes tour of the winery. Taste Merryvale wines and small samples of selected foods while discovering simple guidelines to start you on your own personal journey into the joys of food & wine pairing. 1000 Main Street, St. Helena.
  Fee: $20, Free to wine club membersTime: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.7777

• Every Third Thursday of the month -- Epicurean Explorations
  Food & Wine Education: Napa Valley Grille and Goosecross Cellars introduce Epicurean Explorations: multi-course food and wine pairing experiences. Chef Lyman and Goosecross' Wine Director will demonstrate the ease and flexibility of wine pairing in this informal (not to mention delicious) format. : Napa Valley Grille, 6795 Washington St., Napa
  Fee: $125 per person, all inclusiveTime: 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 276.9210

• Daily -- Mumm Cuvee Napa Photo Finish
  Museums & Exhibitions: The Mumm Cuvee Napa "Private Collection" Gallery exhibits Matthew Adams'collection of his grandfather Ansel Adams' photographs. Matthew has graciously loaned Mumm twenty-seven original, signed prints from the renowned "Museum Collection" of acclaimed photographer, Ansel Adams. 8445 Silverado Trail North, St. Helena.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.7700

• 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. Also hear the DixieCats, a youth band. Dance on a large dance floor or just sit back and enjoy! Sponsored by the Napa Valley Dixieland Jazz Society. At the Elks Lodge, 2840 Soscol Avenue, Napa.
  Fee: $10.00 General Admission; $3.00 Ages 12-17; Under 12 freeTime: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.5285 or (707) 258.8774

• Last Wednesday of the Month -- Napa Wine Merchants Wine Tasting Class
  Wine Education: Held on the last Wednesday of each month, from May 31 - December 27. Classes will feature a different varietal each month. Wines will be tasted blind to evaluate appellation, quality and price. Limited to 16 people per class. 1146 First St., Napa.
  Fee: $10Time: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 257.6796

• First Saturday of the Month -- Saturday Opera Night
  Live Music, Performing Arts: Each Opera Night is unique, as vocalists who come to the Conservatory range in experience from student to diva. Tickets are available at the door when they open for general seating at 7:30. Complimentary tapas, wine, and mineral water are offered at intermission. Jarvis Conservatory is located at 1711 Main Street, near downtown Napa.
  Fee: $15Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.5445

• TBA -- Support Our Canine Heroes Wine Gala
  Benefit: Guide Dogs for the Blind will host the 6th Annual Support Our Canine Heroes Wine Gala in Napa Valley at the Vineyard Pavilion, Yountville. Proceeds from the event will help provide veterinary care for working Guide Dogs and puppies-in-training. Menu by Michael Chiarello of NapaStyle and live auction with Michael Davis of Hart Davis Hart Wine Co.
  Fee: $300 before September 1; $350 thereafterTime: 4:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Phone Number: Cheryl Paddack: (800) 295.4050 X4045

• TBA -- Viva Mexico
  Calistoga's Pioneer Park will again be home to cries of Viva Mexico! when the city celebrates Mexican Independence Day. For years Calistoga has celebrated Sept. 15 with Mexican food, music and dance.
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 942.6333

• TBA -- 2008 Napa Valley Open Studios Tour
  Exhbition: Arts Council Napa Valley presents the 21st annual Napa Valley Open Studios fine art tour on September 20-21 & 27-28. Open Studios is a juried program that includes two weekends of self-guided tours of artist's studios throughout the Napa Valley.
  Fee: Free Self Guided TourTime: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 257.7016

• TBA -- Twiga at Twilight at Safari West
  Benefit: Enjoy up-close-and-personal wildlife presentations, African-inspired cuisine by Chef Bruce Riezenman of Park Avenue Catering, great local wines, African entertainment and silent and live auctions. Help us support our Discover Africa program, connecting under-served children to the beauty of nature and wildlife. 3115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $150Time: 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 793.2101

• TBA -- Harvest Stomp
  Celebration, Benefit: Kick up your heels with the Napa Valley Grapegrowers at an authentic harvest celebration & exclusive grapegrowers harvest luncheon in the vineyard. The inaugural Harvest STOMP is sponsored by the Napa Valley Grapegrowers. Proceeds will fund education and outreach programs for the organization's 500 Napa County grape growers and associate businesses. Historic Pole Barn, Round Pond Estate
  Fee: $300 luncheon & evening celebration, $100 Evening celebration onlyTime: Luncheons 12 p.m. - 2 p.m., Evening Celebration 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 944.8311

• TBA -- Napa Wine and Crafts Faire
  Fair, Wine Education: The Napa Wine & Crafts Faire is extremely unique in the world of craft shows. It is the largest one-day outdoor event in Napa, attracting up to 25,000 every year. Attendees can enjoy wine and 200 crafters located on First Street in Downtown Napa.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 257.0322

• TBA -- Trinity Grammar and Prep Harvest Fest
  Festival, Auction: Trinity Grammar and Prep is hosting its annual Harvest Fest at the St. Supery Winery. The event offers a fine dinner, along with a silent and live auction featuring fine wines such Screaming Eagle and Paradigm, vacation getaways and sports memorabilia. 8440 St. Helena Highway (29), Rutherford
  Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 258.9030

• TBA -- Napa Valley Fly-in and Aviation Expo
  Family Fun: Dozens of new and previously-owned private aircraft will be on display at "Flights of Napa", The Napa Valley Fly-in and Aviation Expo. The Expo will offer aircraft enthusiasts of all levels a chance to get up close and personal with some of the world's finest private aircraft. Bridgeford Flying Services, Napa Valley Airport, 2030 Airport Road in Napa
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (212) 672.5171

• TBA -- Staglin Family Music Festival for Mental Health
  Benefit, Auction: Founded in 1995 by Shari and Garen Staglin, the Music Festival for Mental Health grows with each passing year. And what a celebration it is! Break out with the Pointer Sisters! The R&B legends will join guest speaker Professor Trevor Robbins, Chefs Todd Humphries and Mark Dommen, and comedian Bob Sarlatte to put on another shakin' shindig for the cause of mental health research. All revenues will go to mental health research projects throughout the nation. 1570 Bella Oaks Ln Napa, CA
  Fee: reception and concert $750; reception, concert and dinner $5000.Time: Call for schedule Phone Number: (707) 944.0477

• TBA -- 8th Annual Cruisin' Calistoga Beer & Wine Festival & Car Show
  Festival: Custom & Classic Car Show 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.. Chili and Pasta Cook Offs, Beer and Wine Tasting 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. DJ by "Duke Edwards" Napa County Fairgrounds, 1435 N. Oak St., Calistoga, CA.
  Fee: $25Time: See description Phone Number: (707) 942.1473

• TBA -- "1st Annual Napa Valley Aloha Festival"
  Festival: The Manaleo Hawaiian Cultural Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit corporation is proud to present the 1st Annual Napa Valley Aloha Festival on September 20, 2008 at the Napa Valley Exposition Fairgrounds, 575 Third Street. Come and share the aloha spirit in the Valley!
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 966.4017

• TBA -- MS 150 Waves to Wine Bike Tour
  Benefit, Recreation: More than 1,500 cyclists are expected to participate in the Northern California Chapter of the National MS Society's 24th Annual MS 150 Waves to Wine Bike Tour. It will take riders on a tour of the Napa and Sonoma County wine country, provide cyclists with breathtaking views of the Pacific Coast before culminating in Petaluma.
  Fee: $35 + $250 fundraising minimum.Time: call for information and schedule Phone Number: (800) FIGHT-MS

• TBA -- Grand Traditions: In Celebration of Grandparents
  Benefit, Celebration: This special event features: Wine and Hors d'Ouvres Reception, Elegant Dinner paired with Napa Valley Wines, Grandparent of the Year Award presented to Warren and Barbara Winiarski, Live and Silent Auctions, Instant Wine Library Raffle, Dance Music by the Volker Strifler Band. The Meritage Resort at Napa
  Fee: $120Time: 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 253.7444

• TBA -- 2008 Harvest Ball at V. Sattui
  Celebration, Dancing: For the twenty-fourth straight year, V. Sattui will hold its annual Harvest Ball this fall. This year there will be One Grand Ball at V. Sattui Winery in St. Helena. Returning chef, Romano Ross from Emilia-Romagna, Italy, who will present a lavish five-course banquet. Music by Pride & Joy. Make your reservations early!
  Fee: $200 per person Club Members ($225 non-members.)Time: 6 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.7774

• TBA -- Louis M. Martini's Annual Cellar Sale
  Celebration: Get huge savings on cases of older vintage wines, library wines and big bottles, and stock up your cellars in time for Thanksgiving and Christmas! A Martini family member will be there to sign the big bottles and you can taste food from a live cooking demonstration using Louis M. Martini Sherries and other wines. 254 South St. Helena Highway, St. Helena
  Fee: No FeeTime: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (866) 549.2582

• TBA -- 19th Annual Harvest Invitational Golf Tournament
  Benefit, Recreation: 19th Annual Harvest Invitational Golf Tournament, benefiting St. Helena Hospital at the Napa Valley Country Club, Napa, CA.
  Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for Information Phone Number: (707) 963.6488