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Author Talk: Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk
2025-08-05 11:00:00 2025-08-05 12:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Author Talk: Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk Join us for a fascinating discussion on the world of birds with Dr. Jay Jinsing Falk, a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. Virtual Library -

Tuesday, August 05
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-05 11:00:00 2025-08-05 12:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Author Talk: Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk Join us for a fascinating discussion on the world of birds with Dr. Jay Jinsing Falk, a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. Virtual Library -

Join us for a fascinating discussion on the world of birds with Dr. Jay Jinsing Falk, a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute.

Birds are dinosaurs with a history going back millions of years. Our fascination with them runs deep in history, and our close association is reflected in creation stories, myths, legends, songs, and children's stories.

Register for this author talk at: https://libraryc.org/napalibrary/83574 

And why not check out the featured book, too?

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 |

Virtual Library
Phone: 707-253-4241
About the branch

Can't make it to the library? Join us virutally for events in the comfort of your home. All of our online programs are conducted using Zoom.

Upcoming Events

Cancelled
Friends of the American Canyon Library Donation Day
Sat, Jul 26, 11:00am - 2:00pm
American Canyon Library
It's time to check your shelves and closets for your extra books, DVDs, and CDS (books and music) and bring them to the American Canyon library!
Mahjong
Sat, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American and Traditional Mahjong! This gathering is perfect for players who already know or are learning the game and want to enjoy casual gameplay with fellow enthusiasts.
Cats in the Library Adoption Event
Sat, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Purrfect companions await! 
A Minecraft Movie & DIY No-Sew Pillows
Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Calistoga Library
Watch A Minecraft Movie while you work on a fun craft!
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Bubbles
Mon, Jul 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
ESL Evening Class - Intermediate Level
Mon, Jul 28, 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.
Understanding Your Medicare
Tue, Jul 29, 10:00am - 11:30am
Yountville Library
Join us for a seminar offering the basics of Medicare for new and existing beneficiaries.
Generations and Books - Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Jul 29, 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.
Line Dancing
Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Get ready to move and groove in step to the beat!
Film Series: Classic Summer Blockbusters - Back to the Future
Wed, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a special film series where we will be screening classic summer blockbusters. Today's feature is Back to the Future.
Teen Hangout
Wed, Jul 30, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Calling all teens to hang out at the library with free snacks, crafts, games, and more! Stop by every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Jazz, Kimmie, or Rosie
Wed, Jul 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Jul 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
ESL Evening Class - Beginning Level
Wed, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
ESL for Beginning level students. Students will improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
Tech Help
Thu, Jul 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Have a question about your device? From tablets and phones, to email and eBooks, we can help! Appointments are 30 minutes. Registration is required. Please call 707-253-4235 to register.
Author Talk: The Mind Electric by Pria Anand
Thu, Jul 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Library
You’re invited to join us online for a fascinating conversation with neurologist and author Pria Anand.
Register
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Jul 31, 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 - Clases para padres
Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Aprenda sobre los comportamientos típicos a ciertas edades y etapas en el desarrollo de los niños.
Take and Make Craft Kit: Beaded Lizard Keychain
Fri, Aug 01, 10:00am - 6:00pm
All Library Locations
Have some classic summer fun making a colorful lizard keychain with pony beads with this month's Take and Make Craft Kit! Each kit contains the supplies to make one keychain.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Aug 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Zoey, Margey, or Narsi
Fri, Aug 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Yarn Club
Fri, Aug 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Grab your yarn, hooks, and needles, and join us for Yarn Club! Meet other yarn lovers, work on your current projects, and get support from club members.
Café y Chisme
Fri, Aug 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Ven a tomar un café o un té y conoce a otros padres mientras sus hijos juegan en la biblioteca. Habra manualidades para los niños disponibles.
Adult Coloring Hour
Fri, Aug 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Grab some crayons, markers, or colored pencils and let your creativity flow at Adult Coloring Hour. It's a perfect time to unwind, have fun, and add some color to your day!
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Henli
Sat, Aug 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Young readers are invited to read to Henli, a certified listening dog. He is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Read with a Ranger: Pond Life
Sat, Aug 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Napa Library - Children's Room
Enjoy stories and discover new things about nature with a local park ranger. This month, we will be learning all about life at the pond.
Mahjong
Sat, Aug 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American and Traditional Mahjong! This gathering is perfect for players who already know or are learning the game and want to enjoy casual gameplay with fellow enthusiasts.
Music in the Vineyards Presents Fellowship String Quartet
Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Listen to the music of the Pavone String Quartet, Music in the Vineyard’s 2025 Fellowship String Quartet.
DIY Paper Pinwheel
Sat, Aug 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Calistoga Library
Join us for this fun and easy DIY paper pinwheel. Perfect for your outdoor or garden space.
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
DIY Paper Pinwheel
Mon, Aug 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Calistoga Library
Join us for this fun and easy DIY paper pinwheel. Perfect for your outdoor or garden space.
Club de lectura: Mexikid de Pedro Martín
Mon, Aug 04, 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.
ESL Evening Class - Intermediate Level
Mon, Aug 04, 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.
Scammers & Their Tricks
Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 11:30am
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Last year, Americans lost over $10 billion to internet scams. How can you ensure that you are not one of them?
Author Talk: Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk
Tue, Aug 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Library
Join us for a fascinating discussion on the world of birds with Dr. Jay Jinsing Falk, a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute.
Register
Cancelled
Nature’s Palette: Dyeing Fabric with Natural Supplies
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Napa Library
Learn the eco-friendly art of natural fabric dyeing in this hands-on library workshop for teens and adults.
Generations and Books - Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Aug 05, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Hora de conversación en inglés como segundo idioma - ESL Conversation Hour
Tue, Aug 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Practica su inglés con otros estudiantes en un ambiente amamble y informal. Practice your English with other English learners in a friendly, casual environment.
Teen Hangout
Wed, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Calling all teens to hang out at the library with free snacks, crafts, games, and more! Stop by every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Jazz, Kimmie, or Rosie
Wed, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Dog Man Movie and Craft
Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Calistoga Library
Stop by for crafts while watching the Dog Man Movie. Design your very own tail-wagging comic or buttons inspired by the movie. Free popcorn and drinks will be provided.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
ESL Evening Class - Beginning Level
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
ESL for Beginning level students. Students will improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
American Canyon Book Club
Wed, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Expand your horizons by reading a new book with the American Canyon Book Club. Our book club is welcoming place for all readers and engages in an in-depth discussion of our chosen title each month.
Book Buzz Book Club
Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Join us the first Thursday of the month for a no-obligation book club. Discuss what you have read this month at our casual conversation Book Buzz!
Tech Help
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Have a question about your device? From tablets and phones, to email and eBooks, we can help! Appointments are 30 minutes. Registration is required. Please call 707-253-4235 to register.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Aug 07, 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 - Clases para padres
Thu, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Aprenda sobre los comportamientos típicos a ciertas edades y etapas en el desarrollo de los niños.
Beautiful and Protective Firewise Landscaping - UC Master Gardeners
Thu, Aug 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Library
Fire season is practically year-round in California. Master Gardeners of Napa County will present information on how to make your home more fire wise.
Register
The Three Stages of Dementia
Fri, Aug 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Join us for a three-part seminar to understand the stages of dementia. Learn what to expect, how to respond, and how to care for the someone with dementia effectively.
Sparkling Creations: Diamond Painting Party
Fri, Aug 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Yountville Library
Unleash your inner artist at our artsy meetup! Create eye-catching pieces of diamond art while hanging out with friends.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Aug 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Zoey, Margey, or Narsi
Fri, Aug 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Café y Chisme
Fri, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Ven a tomar un café o un té y conoce a otros padres mientras sus hijos juegan en la biblioteca. Habra manualidades para los niños disponibles.
Saturday Crafternoons: Seashell Necklaces
Sat, Aug 09, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Use the ocean as your inspiration for this month's edition of Saturday Crafternoons. Make your own colorful seashell necklace that is sure to dazzle the eye and spread beach vibes.
Mahjong
Sat, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American and Traditional Mahjong! This gathering is perfect for players who already know or are learning the game and want to enjoy casual gameplay with fellow enthusiasts.
Teen Summer Movie Series: Jumanji: The Next Level
Sat, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Napa Library - Teen Room
In Jumanji: The Next Level the game has changed.
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Aug 11, 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, Aug 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Book Club
Tue, Aug 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Calistoga Library
Join us in reading a new book each month and discussing it together. New members are always welcome!
Generations and Books - Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Aug 12, 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.
Craft Cinema
Tue, Aug 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Lights, camera, create! Join us for a night where crafts and cinema come together in perfect harmony. We provide the movie; you bring your needlework project.
Youth Chess Club
Wed, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
This monthly chess club is a fun and casual way to learn the game of chess, sharpen skills, and compete against other players. This is a club for players up to age 17.
Teen Hangout
Wed, Aug 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Calling all teens to hang out at the library with free snacks, crafts, games, and more! Stop by every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Jazz, Kimmie, or Rosie
Wed, Aug 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Aug 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Circulo de libros
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Calistoga Library
Cada mes tendremos una sesión en persona para conversar sobre títulos de ficción en español.
Rainbow Book Club - Can't Spell Treason Without Tea
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Napa 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
Tech Help
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Have a question about your device? From tablets and phones, to email and eBooks, we can help! Appointments are 30 minutes. Registration is required. Please call 707-253-4235 to register.
Book Club: West with Giraffes
Thu, Aug 14, 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.
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Aug 14, 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 - Clases para padres
Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Aprenda sobre los comportamientos típicos a ciertas edades y etapas en el desarrollo de los niños.
The Three Stages of Dementia
Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Join us for a three-part seminar to understand the stages of dementia. Learn what to expect, how to respond, and how to care for the someone with dementia effectively.
Documentary Day: Discover & Discuss
Fri, Aug 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Yountville Library
Enjoy a thought-provoking documentary screening from our Kanopy database, followed by a lively discussion where you can share insights and connect with fellow film enthusiasts.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Aug 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Zoey, Margey, or Narsi
Fri, Aug 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Yarn Club
Fri, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Grab your yarn, hooks, and needles, and join us for Yarn Club! Meet other yarn lovers, work on your current projects, and get support from club members.
Café y Chisme
Fri, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Ven a tomar un café o un té y conoce a otros padres mientras sus hijos juegan en la biblioteca. Habra manualidades para los niños disponibles.
Friends of the Napa Library Summer Book Sale
Sat, Aug 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Are you looking to add to your home library and support the Friends of the Napa Library, too? You won't want to miss largest book sale in Napa County!
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Henli
Sat, Aug 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Young readers are invited to read to Henli, a certified listening dog. He is a great listener and provides a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Virtual Zentangle Class with Romi Marks
Sat, Aug 16, 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.
Craft Supply Swap
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 2:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a craft supply swap at the American Canyon Library! This is a great opportunity to find new supplies or pass on your unused supplies to fellow crafters.
Mahjong
Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American and Traditional Mahjong! This gathering is perfect for players who already know or are learning the game and want to enjoy casual gameplay with fellow enthusiasts.
Hora de conversación en inglés como segundo idioma - ESL Conversation Hour
Sat, Aug 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Practica su inglés con otros estudiantes en un ambiente amamble y informal. Practice your English with other English learners in a friendly, casual environment.
Friends of the Napa Library Summer Book Sale
Sun, Aug 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Are you looking to add to your home library and support the Friends of the Napa Library, too? You won't want to miss largest book sale in Napa County!
Friends of the Napa Library Summer Book Sale
Mon, Aug 18, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Are you looking to add to your home library and support the Friends of the Napa Library, too? You won't want to miss largest book sale in Napa County!
Memory Cafe
Mon, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
The brain is like a muscle – if you don’t use it, you’ll lose it!
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Aug 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Coffee & Books
Mon, Aug 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Library
Looking to discuss books without the obligation of a book club? Pour yourself a cup of coffee, tea, hot cocoa, etc., and join us virtually for casual conversation as we chat about our current reads.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Bubbles
Mon, Aug 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Friends of the Napa Library Summer Book Sale
Tue, Aug 19, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Are you looking to add to your home library and support the Friends of the Napa Library, too? You won't want to miss largest book sale in Napa County!
Generations and Books - Read with Kathy Mathe
Tue, Aug 19, 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.
di Rosa Art Workshop: Inspired Abstractions
Tue, Aug 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Yountville Library
Join artist Terese Edestam for a hands-on art-making experience inspired by Mike Henderson’s dynamic painting Prime Time (1998), part of the di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art’s collection.
Friends of the Napa Library Summer Book Sale
Wed, Aug 20, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Are you looking to add to your home library and support the Friends of the Napa Library, too? You won't want to miss largest book sale in Napa County!
Digging Deeper: A Non-Fiction Book Club - To Expand the Mind and Enrich the Soul
Wed, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Bring a non-fiction book you've read and would like to share with others. When you leave, you’ll have a list of books to check out, ideas to consider, and perhaps new friends, too!
Teen Hangout
Wed, Aug 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Calling all teens to hang out at the library with free snacks, crafts, games, and more! Stop by every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Jazz, Kimmie, or Rosie
Wed, Aug 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Author Talk: Casey McQuiston
Wed, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Library
Bring an appetite for sizzling drama as we discuss New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuiston's latest romantic comedy, The Pairing.
Register
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Barney
Wed, Aug 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
American Canyon Library
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Friends of the American Canyon Library Meeting
Wed, Aug 20, 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.
di Rosa Art Workshop: Inspired Abstractions
Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Calistoga Library
Join artist Terese Edestam for a hands-on art-making experience inspired by Mike Henderson’s dynamic painting Prime Time (1998), part of the di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art’s collection.
Friends of the Napa Library Summer Book Sale
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Are you looking to add to your home library and support the Friends of the Napa Library, too? You won't want to miss largest book sale in Napa County!
Music Memoirs: Book Club
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Yountville Library
Join us for a new book club where we discuss memoirs from musicians and people in the music industry!
Tech Help
Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yountville Library
Have a question about your device? From tablets and phones, to email and eBooks, we can help! Appointments are 30 minutes. Registration is required. Please call 707-253-4235 to register.
Grief and Bereavement Group
Thu, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Could you use support after the passing of a loved one?
Generations and Books: Read with Michal
Thu, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Calistoga Library
Interested in writing and want to share your work with others and get some feedback, too? Join us for a friendly writers' group. All types of writing are welcome!
Triple P: Crianza Positiva, clases para padres/madres - Clases para padres
Thu, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Aprenda sobre los comportamientos típicos a ciertas edades y etapas en el desarrollo de los niños.
Friends of the Napa Library Summer Book Sale
Fri, Aug 22, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Are you looking to add to your home library and support the Friends of the Napa Library, too? You won't want to miss largest book sale in Napa County!
The Three Stages of Dementia
Fri, Aug 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Join us for a three-part seminar to understand the stages of dementia. Learn what to expect, how to respond, and how to care for the someone with dementia effectively.
Generations and Books: Read with Dawn-Dawn
Fri, Aug 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
American Canyon Library
Our Library Grandparents are warm, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to read to you! Choose a library book to share or ask to hear one of their favorites.
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Zoey, Margey, or Narsi
Fri, Aug 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Café y Chisme
Fri, Aug 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Calistoga Library
Ven a tomar un café o un té y conoce a otros padres mientras sus hijos juegan en la biblioteca. Habra manualidades para los niños disponibles.
Friends of the Napa Library Summer Book Sale
Sat, Aug 23, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Are you looking to add to your home library and support the Friends of the Napa Library, too? You won't want to miss largest book sale in Napa County!
Friends of the American Canyon Library Donation Day
Sat, Aug 23, 11:00am - 2:00pm
American Canyon Library - Community Meeting Room
It's time to check your shelves and closets for your extra books, DVDs, and CDS (books and music) and bring them to the American Canyon library!
STEM Explorers: Investigate Coding With Micro:bits, Part 1
Sat, Aug 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Welcome to the STEM Explorers Program! In this program, students, aged 8 - 18 are invited to explore various areas of STEM through hands-on activities that challenge and excite them.
Mahjong
Sat, Aug 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Yountville Library
Join us for an afternoon of American and Traditional Mahjong! This gathering is perfect for players who already know or are learning the game and want to enjoy casual gameplay with fellow enthusiasts.
Spinning 3D Hot-Air Balloon Craft
Sat, Aug 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Calistoga Library
Let your creativity soar with a 3D hot-air balloon!
Friends of the Napa Library Summer Book Sale
Sun, Aug 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Napa Library - Community Meeting Room
Are you looking to add to your home library and support the Friends of the Napa Library, too? You won't want to miss largest book sale in Napa County!
Generations and Books: Read with Grandma Joy
Mon, Aug 25, 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.
Spinning 3D Hot-Air Balloon Craft
Mon, Aug 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Calistoga Library
Let your creativity soar with a 3D hot-air balloon!
Bow-Wow for Books: Read to Bubbles
Mon, Aug 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Napa Library - Children's Room
Young readers are invited to read to a certified listening dog. They are great listeners and provide a welcoming environment for kids to practice their reading skills.
Fall ESL Evening Class - Intermediate Level
Mon, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Napa Library - Lifeworks Room
Students at the intermediate level of English-language acquisition are able to understand and speak simple, high-frequency words that are used routinely in social and academic settings.
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