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Author Talk: Dystopian Tropes from an Indigenous Perspective
2025-02-11 16:00:00 2025-02-11 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Author Talk: Dystopian Tropes from an Indigenous Perspective You’re invited to a riveting conversation with bestselling author Waubgeshig Rice to chat about his newest book Moon of the Turning Leaves. Virtual Library -

Tuesday, February 11
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-11 16:00:00 2025-02-11 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Author Talk: Dystopian Tropes from an Indigenous Perspective You’re invited to a riveting conversation with bestselling author Waubgeshig Rice to chat about his newest book Moon of the Turning Leaves. Virtual Library -

You’re invited to a riveting conversation with bestselling author Waubgeshig Rice to chat about his newest book Moon of the Turning Leaves.

Moon of the Turning Leaves is Rice’s exhilarating return to the world first explored in the phenomenal breakout bestseller Moon of the Crusted Snow: a brooding story of survival, resilience, Indigenous identity, and rebirth.

Register for this author talk at: https://libraryc.org/napalibrary/67118. If you can’t attend live, you can view this and other past author talks at: https://libraryc.org/napalibrary/archive.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Author Talks |

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Phone: 707-253-4241
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Building Healthy Brain Habits
Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Research shows there are everyday habits you can build today to help protect your memory and thinking as you get older—even reducing your risk of cognitive decline and possibly dementia.
Registration is now closed
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Jun 08, 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 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to Bubbles, a certified listening dog. Bubbles is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Lawyers in the Library
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
The Lawyers in the Library program offers free appointments with local attorneys volunteering to answer legal questions.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 09, 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.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jun 09, 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. Everyone is welcome!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Author Talk: Eat Your Ice Cream by Ezekiel J. Emanuel, MD
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Library
Join us for a conversation with health expert Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel as he shares his vision for living well and aging with purpose.
Register
Tile Tuesday: American Mah Jongg Open Play
Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for a casual afternoon of play following NMJL rules! This non-competitive gathering is the perfect spot for enthusiasts to connect and enjoy the game in a social setting.
Generations and Books: Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Jun 09, 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 Storytime
Tue, Jun 09, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Yountville Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Summer Library Adventure Kick-Off - Plant a Seed, Read!
Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Enjoy stories and crafts, sign up for Summer Reading, and receive a “Plant a Seed, Read” magnet!
Science Wizard
Wed, Jun 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Yountville Library
The Science Wizard is a professional children's entertainer and improv comic who brings exciting experiments to life for children of all ages to enjoy!
Youth Chess Club
Wed, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
This monthly chess club for youth up to age 17 is a fun and casual way to learn the game of chess, sharpen skills, and compete against other players.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Jazz, Kimmie, Orvie or Rosie
Wed, Jun 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to Jazz, Kimmie, Orvie, or Rosie—all certified listening dogs.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Jun 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to Barney, a certified listening dog. Barney is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Rainbow Book Club - Miss Major Speaks by Toshio Meronek and Miss Major
Wed, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bookmine - 1625 2nd Street, Napa
The Rainbow Book Club is cohosted by Mindy from Napa County Library and Napa Bookmine staff members. The book club focuses on books that explore and embrace queer identity.
Register
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jun 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Tech Help
Thu, Jun 11, 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. Please call (707) 944-1888 to register.
Book Club
Thu, Jun 11, 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.
Matinee Movie Classics: Father of the Bride
Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Celebrate classic Hollywood comedy with Father of the Bride, starring the incomparable Spencer Tracy alongside Elizabeth Taylor.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Jun 11, 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.
Book Buzz - at the Calistoga Library
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Calistoga Library
Want to discuss the last good book you read? Join us for a casual conversation with no book obligation and maybe you'll find your next great read. 
Author Talk: A Parade of Horribles by Matt Dinniman
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Library
Matt Dinniman joins us online to chat about his latest book, A Parade of Horribles.
Register
Triple P: Crianza Positiva - Clases para padres/madres
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Esta clase le ayudara a reconocer su fortaleza y usarla en la crianza de sus hijos mientras se conecta con otros padres para recibir apoyo.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
ESL Morning Class - Clase de inglés como segundo lenguaje
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skill areas of English: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Succulent Swap
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
Yountville Library
Are you looking to add variety to your succulent garden? Bring cuttings from your succulents and take cuttings from new succulents home.
Take and Make Craft Kit - Felt Rainbow Heart Decoration
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Napa Library
Show your Pride with a rainbow heart! This craft kit comes with everything you need to create a hanging layered felt heart.
Wee Fridays
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 10:20am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Jun 12, 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.
Discovery Lab: Rocking Plant Craft
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Children are invited to combine creativity and art to learn the basic principles of force and motion.
Saturday Crafternoons: Pom-Pom Caterpillars
Sat, Jun 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
This month's special edition of Saturday Crafternoons is part of our Summer Library Adventure.
Bedazzle a Library Tote
Sat, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Calistoga Library
Bedazzle a Napa County Library tote for your next library book haul!
Memory Lab
Mon, Jun 15, All day
Napa Library
The Memory Lab is a free, do-it-yourself space for making high-quality digitized personal archive collections. We have multiple appointment times and dates each week.
Register
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Jun 15, 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 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to Bubbles, a certified listening dog. Bubbles is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Family Movie Night: Lilo & Stitch
Mon, Jun 15, 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for family movie night! Children are welcome to bring a pillow and come in pajamas. Popcorn and refreshments will be provided!
Summer ESL Evening Class - Intermediate level
Mon, Jun 15, 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
Tue, Jun 16, 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.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jun 16, 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. Everyone is welcome!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Tile Tuesday: American Mah Jongg Open Play
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for a casual afternoon of play following NMJL rules! This non-competitive gathering is the perfect spot for enthusiasts to connect and enjoy the game in a social setting.
Generations and Books: Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Jun 16, 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.
Pressed Flower Bookmarks
Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
With this hands-on activity, participants will create their own decorative bookmarks using a variety of colorful dried flowers, leaves, and botanical accents.
Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Jun 16, 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.
Lizards, Snakes, and More—Oh My!
Wed, Jun 17, 9:30am - 11:30am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Children and their caregivers are invited to stop by the library to see, touch and learn all about reptiles.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Yountville Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Zootopia 2: Movie and a Craft
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a screening of the hit film Zootopia 2! We will also make masks inspired by the animals in the story.
Lizards, Snakes, and More—Oh My!
Wed, Jun 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Yountville Library
Children and their caregivers are invited to see, touch and learn all about reptiles.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Jazz, Kimmie, Orvie or Rosie
Wed, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to Jazz, Kimmie, Orvie, or Rosie—all certified listening dogs.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Jun 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to Barney, a certified listening dog. Barney is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Summer ESL Evening Class - Beginning Level
Wed, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skills areas of English: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Friends of the American Canyon Library Meeting
Wed, Jun 17, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Lizards, Snakes, and More—Oh My!
Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
Children and their caregivers are invited to see, touch, and learn all about reptiles.
Tech Help
Thu, Jun 18, 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. Please call (707) 944-1888 to register.
Author Talk: Good Grandpa by Ted Page
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Library
Join us in virtual conversation with storyteller and popular blogger Ted Page as we chat about his book Good Grandpa: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood.
Register
Bereavement Group
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Could you use support after the passing of a loved one?
Lizards, Snakes, and More—Oh My!
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Children and their caregivers are invited to stop by the library to see, touch and learn all about reptiles.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Jun 18, 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, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Calistoga Library
Are you interested in writing and want to share your work with others to get some feedback? Join us for a friendly writers' group! All types of writing are welcome.
Triple P: Crianza Positiva - Clases para padres/madres
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Esta clase le ayudara a reconocer su fortaleza y usarla en la crianza de sus hijos mientras se conecta con otros padres para recibir apoyo.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Virtual Zentangle Class
Sat, Jun 20, 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.
This event is full
Book Bedazzle
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Yountville Library
Get creative and give your favorite reads a little sparkle!
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Jun 22, 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 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to Bubbles, a certified listening dog. Bubbles is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Family Movie Night: Zootopia 2
Mon, Jun 22, 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for family movie night! Children are welcome to bring a pillow and come in pajamas. Popcorn and refreshments will be provided!
Summer ESL Evening Class - Intermediate level
Mon, Jun 22, 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
Tue, Jun 23, 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.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jun 23, 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. Everyone is welcome!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Writers Roundtable
Tue, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Yountville Library
You are invited to join the Writers' Roundtable, hosted by Marianne Lyon, former Napa County Poet Laureate, and Geoffrey Leigh.
Tile Tuesday: American Mah Jongg Open Play
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for a casual afternoon of play following NMJL rules! This non-competitive gathering is the perfect spot for enthusiasts to connect and enjoy the game in a social setting.
Generations and Books: Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Jun 23, 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.
Read with a Ranger
Tue, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Enjoy stories and discover new things about nature with a local park ranger.
Where the Forest Meets the Sea
Wed, Jun 24, 9:30am - 10:15am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us at the library for a theatrical performance of "Where the Forest Meets the Sea," a bilingual Spanish/English comedy presented by "professional silly people," Brenda Arellano and Josh Matthews.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Yountville Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Where the Forest Meets the Sea
Wed, Jun 24, 10:45am - 11:30am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a theatrical comedy show by 'professional silly people' Brenda Arellano and Josh Matthews. This show is presented in a bilingual format (English/Spanish). For ages 4+
Digging Deeper: A Non-fiction Book Club - To Expand the Mind and Enrich the Soul
Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Bring a non-fiction book you've read and would like to share with other readers. When you leave, you'll have a list of books to check out, ideas to consider, and perhaps new friends too!
Where the Forest Meets the Sea
Wed, Jun 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Yountville Library
Join us at the library for a theatrical performance of "Where the Forest Meets the Sea," a bilingual Spanish/English comedy presented by "professional silly people," Brenda Arellano and Josh Matthews.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Jazz, Kimmie, Orvie or Rosie
Wed, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to Jazz, Kimmie, Orvie, or Rosie—all certified listening dogs.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Jun 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to Barney, a certified listening dog. Barney is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Summer ESL Evening Class - Beginning Level
Wed, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skills areas of English: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Line Dancing
Wed, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Get ready to move and groove with Step to the Beat! This fun and energizing program is open to teens and adults, where you’ll learn the basics of line dancing while having a blast.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Where the Forest Meets the Sea
Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
Join us at the library for a theatrical performance of "Where the Forest Meets the Sea," a bilingual Spanish/English comedy presented by "professional silly people," Brenda Arellano and Josh Matthews.
Tech Help
Thu, Jun 25, 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. Please call (707) 944-1888 to register.
Where the Forest Meets the Sea
Thu, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us at the library for a theatrical performance of "Where the Forest Meets the Sea," a bilingual Spanish/English comedy presented by "professional silly people," Brenda Arellano and Josh Matthews.
Thursday Afternoon Craft: Paper Food Portraits
Thu, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join our children’s library staff for a fun craft activity! We’ll be making collage portraits using images of food.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Jun 25, 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.
Triple P: Crianza Positiva - Clases para padres/madres
Thu, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Esta clase le ayudara a reconocer su fortaleza y usarla en la crianza de sus hijos mientras se conecta con otros padres para recibir apoyo.
Open Mic Night
Thu, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Share your poetry, prose, or a favorite piece of writing with the friendly Napa reading and writing community.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
ESL Morning Class - Clase de inglés como segundo lenguaje
Fri, Jun 26, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skill areas of English: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Wee Fridays
Fri, Jun 26, 10:00am - 10:20am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Shhh... Silent Cinema at the Library
Fri, Jun 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Yountville Library
We invite you to experience the magic of early cinema in a serene setting.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Jun 26, 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.
Red, White & Blue Take-Home Craft
Sat, Jun 27, All day
All Library Locations
Families may drop in anytime during library hours to pick up a free 4th of July take-home craft, while supplies last. For ages 3+.
MusicTime in the Library with Festival Napa Valley
Sat, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Enjoy fun, interactive concerts for kids (ages 2-8) and their adults.
Read with a Ranger: Trees
Sat, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Napa Library - Children's Room
Enjoy stories and discover new things about nature with a local park ranger.
Friends of the American Canyon Library Donation Day
Sat, Jun 27, 11:00am - 2:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Friends of the American Canyon Library are accepting donations of gently-used books and DVDs.
Bee Squishies
Sat, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Calistoga Library
Buzz over to the library and make your own squishy bee!
Memory Lab
Mon, Jun 29, All day
Napa Library
The Memory Lab is a free, do-it-yourself space for making high-quality digitized personal archive collections. We have multiple appointment times and dates each week.
Register
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Jun 29, 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 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to Bubbles, a certified listening dog. Bubbles is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Family Movie Night: Smurfs (2025)
Mon, Jun 29, 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for family movie night! Children are welcome to bring a pillow and come in pajamas. Popcorn and refreshments will be provided!
Summer ESL Evening Class - Intermediate level
Mon, Jun 29, 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
Tue, Jun 30, 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.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jun 30, 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. Everyone is welcome!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Tile Tuesday: American Mah Jongg Open Play
Tue, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for a casual afternoon of play following NMJL rules! This non-competitive gathering is the perfect spot for enthusiasts to connect and enjoy the game in a social setting.
Generations and Books: Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Jun 30, 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 Storytime
Tue, Jun 30, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Yountville Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Minecraft Movie and a Craft
Wed, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a screening of the hit film Minecraft. We will also be making adorable Minecraft bees inspired by the story.
The Bubble Lady
Wed, Jul 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Yountville Library
The Bubble Lady is where science, art, and pure imagination float together in a world of shimmering wonder!
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Jul 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. These dogs are great listeners and provide an inviting environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Summer ESL Evening Class - Beginning Level
Wed, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skills areas of English: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Finding Meaning and Purpose - Through Family, Fitness, and Faith
Wed, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for an inspiring presentation of resilience and hope by Napa native Paul Weeks, founder of Better Weeks Ahead.
Hora de conversación en inglés como segundo idioma - ESL Conversation Hour
Wed, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Calistoga Library
Practique su inglés con otros estudiantes en un ambiente amable e informal. Se ofrecerán botanas.
American Canyon Book Club
Wed, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Expand your horizons by reading a new book with the American Canyon Book Club.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Book Buzz Book Club
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Join us the first Thursday of the month for a no-obligation book club. Come discuss what you have read this month at our casual conversation Book Buzz!
Historic Yountville Walking Tour
Thu, Jul 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Stroll through time with Napa Valley Historian, Rebecca Yerger, as your guide. Discover the unique character and charm of Yountville's neighborhoods.
Tech Help
Thu, Jul 02, 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 707-944-1888 to register.
Spider-Man: Homecoming
Thu, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Teen Room
Join fellow Spider-Man fans each week as we follow Peter Parker’s journey from friendly neighborhood hero to multiverse legend.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Jul 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who love to read to children. Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites!
Napa County Library Commission Meeting
Thu, Jul 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
This meeting will be held in-person and virtually via zoom.
Family Storytime
Thu, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Succulent Garden Design For Our Changing Climate - with the UC Master Gardeners
Thu, Jul 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Library
Succulents add variety, color, and texture to your garden and, in general, require low water and little maintenance.
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Wee Fridays
Fri, Jul 03, 10:00am - 10:20am
Napa Library - Children's Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who love to read to children. Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites!
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Henli or Barney
Fri, Jul 03, 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 an inviting environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Yarn Club
Fri, Jul 03, 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.
Coloring Hour
Fri, Jul 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Socialize and let your creativity flow at Coloring Hour. Coloring sheets, alcohol markers, and colored pencils are provided. 
Memory Lab
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Napa Library
The Memory Lab is a free, do-it-yourself space for making high-quality digitized personal archive collections. We have multiple appointment times and dates each week.
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Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who love to read to children. Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites!
Understanding Your Medicare
Mon, Jul 06, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Join us for an informative seminar offering the basics of Medicare for new and existing beneficiaries.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Bubbles
Mon, Jul 06, 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 an inviting environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Club de lectura: Rebelión en la granja de George Orwell
Mon, Jul 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
¡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.
Summer ESL Evening Class - Intermediate level
Mon, Jul 06, 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
Tue, Jul 07, 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.
Family Storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 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. Everyone is welcome!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Mushroom Paper Craft
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Calistoga Library
Make a paper mushroom with us after family storytime. All families are welcome and all supplies will be provided. No registration is needed for this free event. 
Author Talk: It Didn't Start with You by Mark Wolynn
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Library
How do the experiences of our ancestors influence our thoughts and behaviors today?
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Tile Tuesday: American Mah Jongg Open Play
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American Mah Jongg! This gathering is perfect for players who follow the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) rules and want to enjoy casual gameplay with fellow enthusiasts.
American Mah Jongg 101
Tue, Jul 07, 2:15pm - 4:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for a beginner-friendly instruction on how to play American Mah Jongg. No experience needed!
Generations and Books: Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Jul 07, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who love to read to children. Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites!
Bilingual Storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 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.
Basuritas: Talleres de reciclables
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Basuritas es un proyecto que nació en el año 2011 con el objetivo de transformar materiales reciclables en arte y promover la creatividad en nuestras comunidades.
Puppet Show: Jack and the Beanstalk
Wed, Jul 08, 9:30am - 10:15am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Jack has traded his cow for magic wishing beans, which turned into a huge beanstalk! This silly tale includes a giant and a golden-egg-laying chicken.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Yountville Library
We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!
Puppet Show: Jack and the Beanstalk
Wed, Jul 08, 10:45am - 11:30am
Napa Library
Jack has traded his cow for magic wishing beans, which turned into a huge beanstalk! This silly tale includes a giant and a golden-egg-laying chicken.
Puppet Show: Jack and the Beanstalk
Wed, Jul 08, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Yountville Library
Jack has traded his cow for magic wishing beans! This silly tale includes a giant and a golden-egg-laying chicken.
Youth Chess Club
Wed, Jul 08, 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 your skills, and compete against other players.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Jazz, Kimmie, Ovie, or Rosie
Wed, Jul 08, 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 an inviting environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Jul 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. These dogs are great listeners and provide an inviting environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Creative Minds of Napa Valley with Rebecca Yerger
Wed, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Calistoga Library
Join local historian Rebecca Yerger for a presentation covering the history of Napa Valley creatives, artists, performers, writers, and inventors.
Summer ESL Evening Class - Beginning Level
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
This class is a combined skills course integrating all four skills areas of English: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will practice new vocabulary in writing and speaking.
Rainbow Book Club - Loveless by Alice Oseman
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bookmine - 1625 2nd Street, Napa
The Rainbow Book Club is cohosted by Mindy from Napa County Library and Napa Bookmine staff members. The book club focuses on books that explore and embrace queer identity.
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