Napa Valley CanDo

Join us this Wednesday the 28th for our ramen bbq!

Reposted from We're loving the response and submissions so far for this year's open call for "True North," our biennial juried exhibition of North Bay artists. Submissions close at 5 p.m. September 10, and artists may submit one artwork for consideration with a $20 entry fee. Details, and submission form, at the link in bio.

"True North" is open to submissions from all artists over the age of 18 currently living, or working, in the North Bay, defined as Marin, Napa, Solano, and Sonoma counties. Submissions will be juried by , artist, curator, and Founder & Director of in Vallejo, CA; , artist; and , art conservator and writer.

Image: A graphic with a "True North" text treatment in blue on a red background, with white text with details as above.

¡Ya se están inscribiendo clases para padres! En este curso de varias semanas, aprenderá formas positivas de promover el desarrollo saludable de su hijo adolescente y herramientas para manejar conductas inapropiadas, enseñar autorregulación y más. ¡Las clases se ofrecen sin costo alguno para ti!

Para obtener más información y registrarse, visite > https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMudOuqpjMpHdZlMuVAqPrIup6-OQBN12ss #/registration

Estas clases se ofrecen sin costo gracias a la financiación del Condado de Napa, Napa Valley Vintners, Providence Queen of the Valley y el generoso apoyo de la comunidad.

Here's a real local hero!

We are incredibly grateful to Robert Devitt for his generous $1,000 donation to CANV and the Food Bank! Rob has been tirelessly collecting cans and bottles for recycling, and this latest contribution brings his total to an amazing $6,000. Your dedication and support, Rob, are making a real difference in our fight against food insecurity. Thank you for being a true champion for our community!

It's FINKO time again this Tuesday, August 27!

CanDo loves this idea!

Play Bingo in a fun and festive atmosphere, and benefit a local nonprofit at the same time.

Every Tuesday is FINKO (bingo) Night at The Fink! Each week 100% of the game proceeds benefit a different Napa County-based non-profit organization and on Tuesday August 27th those proceeds go to Lucky Penny Productions.

$10 for 10 games. Fantastic prizes! Distinct Drinks! Fabulous Food! Doors open at 4:00pm. Games start at 6:00pm. No reservations necessary, bring your crew!
See you at The Fink, 530 Main Street, Napa CA USA.

If you live in Napa, you know exactly where this gorgeous display is located! Would you call it a NAPA landmark? A tradition? An institution?

Tulocay Cemetery Walking Tour, August 30 & September 1 – Napa County Historical Society Join us for our popular tour of Tulocay Cemetery, featuring over a dozen landmarks around the cemetery and the stories of people who shaped Napa’s history, going as far back as the family who helped found the cemetery itself, as well as some of the hidden histories beyond the markers and monuments...

FALCONRY IN THE GARDEN - Sept. 15, 2024
SPONSOR: Carolyn Parr Nature Center

Join us as we welcome back Falconer Rebecca Rosen and her family of raptors!

We're excited to have skilled falconer Rebecca Rosen back with a host of feathered and taloned friends!

We'll learn about how these birds are of such incredible importance to ecosystems all over the world, including our local vineyards, protecting them from invasive pests.

We'll be outside in our native garden, enjoying the sunshine and raptors! We're so lucky to have this chance for one on one experience with these incredible animals.

In anticipation of high turnout we've provided 2 time slots for this astounding event at 10:30-12:00 and 1:30-3:00.

Click here for tickets: https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/cpnaturecenter/fantastic-falcons

Tickets are on sale now for "Twelfth Night"!

Performance Dates: 9/12 – 9/15 and 9/19 – 9/22
Thursday, Friday and Saturday 6pm (Doors open at 5:30 p.m.) | Sunday 2pm
Location: di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art (5200 Sonoma Highway Napa, CA 94559)

Shakespeare Summer Stroll returns to di Rosa with "Twelfth Night", a romantic comedy of mistaken identity, set against the backdrop of di Rosa’s stunning artwork and natural beauty. Shakespeare’s "Twelfth Night" centers on the twins Viola and Sebastian, who become embroiled in a love triangle with the Duke Orsino, Countess Olivia, and each other. The story plays off gender confusion and mistaken identity to raise social critique, all served with a lot of laughs.

This abridged version of "Twelfth Night" is directed by Jennifer King, and with live musical accompaniment arranged by music director Dr. Christina Howell.

Audiences will follow a guided walking tour through the plot points of "Twelfth Night", all set against the incredible artwork and natural backdrop of di Rosa. The production will feature award-winning Bay Area actor Tim Kniffin in the role of Malvolio, along with local professionals Matthew Cowell, Olivia Cowell, and Rio Codda and apprentice actors from Napa Valley College.

Shakespeare Summer Stroll is made possible in part by a Collaborative Arts and Culture Grant from the County of Napa Board of Supervisors.

Tickets: $25 General Admission | $5 ages 5-17 | Free for Members and Napa Valley College Students & Faculty

Ticket Link: https://www.dirosaart.org

The Napa StoryWalk® is now at Bothe-Napa Valley State Park through September 8th for the final stop on its cross-county summer tour.

This is a fantastic location to enjoy the redwood forest while reading along with the kids along the trail. The StoryWalk® is located on the Redwood Trail in the park and will lead children to a beautiful grove of redwoods next to the creek.

Show your library card at the front kiosk and let park staff know you’re there to visit the Napa StoryWalk® and we’ll waive the day use fees for your visit.

Get more details about the Napa StoryWalk® at: NapaOutdoors.org/NapaStoryWalk

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El Napa StoryWalk® está ahora en el Parque estatal Bothe-Napa Valley hasta el 8 de septiembre, en la última parada de su gira de verano por el condado.

Este es un lugar fantástico para disfrutar del bosque de secuoyas mientras lees con los niñes a lo largo del sendero. El Napa StoryWalk® se encuentra en el sendero de las secuoyas en el parque y llevará a los niñes a un hermoso bosque de secuoyas junto al arroyo.

Muestra tu tarjeta de biblioteca en el quiosco de entrada e informa al personal del parque que vienes a visitar la Napa StoryWalk® y te eximiremos de las tarifas de uso diarias.

Obtén más detalles sobre la Napa StoryWalk® en: NapaOutdoors.org/StoryWalkdeNapa

Congratulations to our friends at Feeding It Forward. CanDo is very proud to work with you to prevent good food from going to waste!

🥁🥁🥁Save the Date🥁🥁🥁

Come shop The Friends of the American Canyon Used Book Sale from August 22nd-24th. Your community has generously donated their books, children books, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs, and puzzles meaning there will be something for EVERYONE ❤️! Don’t miss out-your new favorite item awaits✨🤓

Proceeds will directly benefit The American Canyon Library and its programs. We can’t wait to see you there✅😎

CALL FOR ART
City of Napa Dia de los Mu***os celebration

Entry Deadline: 9/1/24
Days remaining to deadline: 10
Work Sample Requirements
Images | Minimum: 1, Maximum: 20
Audio | Minimum: 0, Maximum: 5
Video | Minimum: 0, Maximum: 5
Total Samples | Minimum: 1, Maximum: 20
Call Type: Public Art
Eligibility: Regional
State: California
Budget: not to exceed $2500

The City of Napa invites artists to participate in the 2024 Napa Dia de los Mu***os. Artwork is open to outdoor sculpture, installation art, altars and puppetry and art/craft vendors related to Dia de los Mu***os. Interested participants are encouraged to submit a proposal of current work or a proposal to display as part of the celebration of Dia de los Mu***os.

Artists are invited to display artworks that share their own history, culture and traditions that are related to the Dia de los Mu***os. This opportunity is open to artists residing or working in AZ, CA, CO, NM, NV, OR, UT, ID or WA. All backgrounds and cultures are encouraged to apply. The 2024 Napa Dia de los Mu***os will take place Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 from 3- 8pm. Installations, altars and artworks need to be self maintainable and safe for the public.

The artwork displays will be located in downtown Napa at various public plazas and parks to create an enjoyable walkable experience for all ages.

Click here for details and Spanish translation/Espanol:

CaFE Event Information - 2024 Napa Dia de los Mu***os Read more about 2024 Napa Dia de los Mu***os on CaFE

HANDS ACROSS THE VALLEY: Volunteer Opportunity

Did you know that Napa's Food Bank is managed by our friends at Community Action of Napa Valley (CANV), an awesome local nonprofit organization functioning since 1965?

Hands Across the Valley is a major source of funds for CANV and our Food Bank (and that includes Meals on Wheels for seniors).

This fun and festive annual event will be held on September 14th, 2024. Guests will enjoy food and wine from some of Napa Valley’s most renowned restaurants and wineries during the cocktail reception while perusing the many silent auction lots up for bidding.

Proceeds will go to CANV to help those in need throughout the Napa Valley.

CANV is looking for volunteers to help during three shifts.
11:30AM – 3:30PM: setup
3:30PM – 5:30PM: Reception setup
5:00PM – 8:30PM.: Dinner

Thank you for your ongoing support of CANV, the Napa Food Bank, and Meals on Wheels.

Sign up to volunteer here, and please tell them that CanDo sent you!
https://www.canv.org/volunteers-needed/

Buy tickets for the event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/32nd-annual-hands-across-the-valley-fundraising-event-tickets-907711859607?aff=oddtdtcreator

32nd Annual Hands Across The Valley Fundraising Event This year's benefit will be held on Saturday evening, September 14th, 2024 at the historic Charles Krug Winery in St. Helena.

Vivienda disponible en los Centros de Vivienda para Trabajadores Agrícolas: $17/día, incluye 3 comidas, lavandería, jardines y más. No se requiere depósito de seguridad. Las camas se asignan por orden de llegada.

Consulte el volante para más información.
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Available housing at the Farmworker Housing Centers: $17/day includes 3 meals, onsite laundry, gardens, and more. No security deposit. Beds are first come, first serve!

See flyer for more information and contact info.

---IN 8 DAYS---Hey, are you looking to plan a pizza night?! Boys & Girls Clubs of Napa Valley, Mountain Mike's Pizza, and its pizza-loving supporters are joining in to support funding member scholarships at the Club. 🍕

Membership scholarships are the most important resource for our families who need it most.🏃🏃‍♀️ The scholarships ensure that families should not worry if they can't afford to join the Boys & Girls Clubs of Napa Valley.

We wish to see you at Mountain Mikes on Tuesday, August 27th!

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Fall mini sports are starting soon! Options include volleyball for ages 5-7, soccer for ages 4-5, baseball for ages 3-5 & 5-6 and basketball for ages 5-8. Each of these programs are a great way to introduce youngsters to each sport, movement & physical activity and provides a fun, active and educational experience tailored to the abilities of their age group. Register today! https://secure.rec1.com/CA/napa-ca/catalog/index/601d921c298bfa8b73d46885be212f67?filter=c2VhcmNoPW1pbmk=

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Snapshot: Half a Million Pounds - August 20, 2024 The CanDo Connection   #678 | AUGUST 20, 2024 TROUBLE VIEWING ENTIRE EMAIL? Featured CanDo Projects CanDo’s Gleaning Team Thanks La Siesta Village Mobile Home Park An update from the Team Coordinator

Deadline extended to Sept. 3!

UPDATE: We've received such a great response, we're extending the deadline to September 3!

We asked for your 2014 Napa earthquake stories and WOW did you deliver! We are *thisclose* to having enough stories to create a commemorative book to display at our Napa County Libraries.

Do you have a story to share? Submit yours at the link in the comments by Tuesday, September 3.

⭐ Where were you when the earthquake struck?
⭐ Did you experience property damage?
⭐ What, if anything, changed for you because of the earthquake?

Thanks to Las Casitas Mobile Home Park for letting COAD participate in your evacuation drill this past Saturday! It's great to see vulnerable communities take initiative when it comes to emergency preparedness. This group used tools from the Meet Your Neighbor workshop offered by Napa Valley COAD to create an emergency plan that works for them.

If you have a group of neighbors that are interested in an introductory workshop, email: [email protected]

Visit: https://napavalleycoad.org/myn/

The Napa County Board of Education is seeking to appoint a Trustee for Area 4. Please see the media release at the link for more information. Last day to apply is Wednesday, August 21, 2024, by 4:30 PM. Paper applications are also available from the Napa County Office of Education, 2121 Imola Avenue, Napa, CA, 94559 and should be returned to the same address by 4:30 PM on Wednesday, August 21, 2024.
https://napacoe.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCOE-Media-Release-Trustee-Ann-Cash-Resigns.pdf

Tickets are now available for our much-awaited historic Tulocay Cemetery Tour, on Sunday October 27th at 4pm.
Don't wait, this tour sells out fast!
A living-history spin on our regular Tulocay Tour, it's as informative and fascinating as it is fun.
Tickets are $30 for NCHS Members, $45 General Admission. Visit napahistory.org/event/spooktacular-2024/ for tickets and more details.

It's Egg Week in the Toy Library! Come and egg-splore with us this week, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 10a.m.-12p.m.. We will be learning all about animals born from eggs, life cycles, and more, all through sensory exploration, interactive books and play. Come explore and learn!
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¡Es la Semana de los Huevos en la Biblioteca de Juguetes! Ven y explorar con nosotros esta semana, Lunes, Martes y Miércoles de 10a.m. a 12p.m.. Aprenderemos todo sobre los animales nacidos de huevos, ciclos de vida y más, todo a través de la exploración sensorial, libros interactivos y juegos. ¡Ven a explorar y aprender!

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐧!

In less than two weeks, we will be gathering at Gott's Roadside St. Helena to celebrate all things Napa Humane with our community!

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟗 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟒:𝟎𝟎-𝟔:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦.

Gott's will be donating 10% of sales to Napa Humane, so be sure to come hungry. You, your friends and your friendly dog are all welcome to join us for a night of connections and fun. RSVP: https://bit.ly/AugustMixerRSVP

California Native Plant Society NAPA VALLEY CHAPTER

Get involved with us! Join our group of native plant enthusiasts by volunteering as a member of the Napa Valley Chapter of the California Native Plant Society Board.

Every CNPS Chapter is run by a volunteer board. The board is made up of Chapter officers, required by the CNPS Bylaws, and committee chairs as determined by the Chapter’s needs.

Download details about becoming a Board member:https://chapters.cnps.org/napa/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/08/Napa-Valley-CNPS-Board-Election-Details.pdf