Hey Napa,

We’re keeping it short and sweet this week. Just the facts, the fun, and a whole lot of things to do.

In this all-events-and-happenings issue, we’ve got:
📍 A few quick local news hits (including why Shein’s cutting a check)
📍 Your next adoptable dog crush (hi Belle)
📍 And a jam-packed calendar of markets, concerts, trivia nights, and one very wholesome pressed flower workshop

Scroll for the goods. Make plans. And don’t forget to pet Belle.

NEWS

Napa Kids is THE place to find stuff to do this summer (and beyond) with the wee ones.
Former Stone Bridge school is back on the market. Got a spare $3.2 mil?
Local Makers, take note: The first Napa Makers Accelerator was such a big success that two more are planned for the near future.
Update: Shein’s gotta pay $600k for inaccurate delivery times.

PET OF THE WEEK

At just 8 months old, Belle is equal parts social butterfly, sunbathing queen, and professional cuddle bug. She plays well with dogs, adores kids, and might just vibe with cats too. Best part? She’s available for adoption now at Napa County Animal Shelter.

Belle recently stole hearts at a local Ripple Effect event (puppy paparazzi included) and has been charming everyone she meets ever since. If you're looking for a loyal sidekick with serious main character energy, she’s your girl.

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EVENTS

THE MAIN EVENT

19 | SAT | El Mercadito Collective @ Napa Masonic Temple | Your monthly excuse to shop small and treat yourself. Think: hand-poured candles from Candelas de mi Tierra, bold brews from Herencia Coffee, and a lineup of local makers that know how to bring the vibe. Come hungry, leave inspired. | FREE | 11AM-3PM

HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING

17 | THURSDAY

BANG Napa Valley Open House @ Wine Direct Fulfillment | Taste your way through Bevan Cellars and snack on Graze Provisions, no fancy invite required. Just show up, sip, and get your networking fix. | FREE | 2PM-5PM

Pressed Flower Greeting Cards @ Jessel Gallery | Craft something pretty with petals at this hands-on workshop where you’ll create one-of-a-kind greeting cards using real pressed flowers. Wholesome, calming, and just the right amount of cottagecore. | $50 | 4PM-6PM

BeBubbly Pop-Up @ Folklore | Sparkling wine and serious Italian reds? Erin Riley’s bringing Barolo to the bubbles crowd in this fizzy little pop-up. Plus a peek at her new “Bubbly Journey.” | FREE | 5PM-7PM

Neapolitan Pizza and Silent Disco @ Obrien Estates | Wood-fired pizza, wine, and a dance party you can hear only in your own headphones. | $35 | 5PM-9PM

Good Trouble Lives On @ Veterans Park | Honor the legacy of John Lewis with a community gathering that blends music, storytelling, and purpose. A reminder that change starts at home. | FREE | 530PM-730PM

Third Thursdays @ Markham | Gio’s on food, Carl’s on guitar, and the wine’s flowing. Markham’s laid-back twilight series is your Thursday night secret weapon. | FREE | 530PM-730PM

Book Club @ Napa Bookmine | This month’s pick: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon — a historical mystery set in 18th-century Maine with a fearless midwife at its center. BYO opinions. RSVP encouraged. | FREE | 6PM-7PM

18 | FRIDAY

Twilight Market @ The Estate Yountville | Shop, sip, and snack your way through an open-air lineup of local makers and summer treats. A golden hour dream. | FREE | 5PM

Margot Livesey @ Napa Library | Acclaimed author of The Flight of Gemma Hardy returns with her 10th novel, The Road from Belhaven — a coming-of-age tale set in 19th-century Scotland, where a young girl’s gift of second sight upends everything she thought she knew. | FREE | 630PM

19 | SATURDAY

Napa to Sonoma Half Marathon @ See the Course Map | Running through vineyards sounds romantic…until mile nine. But the views? Worth it. | $149+ | 7AM

Vintage Aviation Exhibit @ Napa County Airport | Take a stroll through WWII aircraft and meet the pilots keeping these beauties skyworthy. | FREE | 10AM-2PM

Bike Maintenance Workshop @ The Hub | Learn how to fix your bike like a pro and impress your next date with your bike-savvy skills. Tools provided. | FREE | 11AM

John Donahue @ The MAC | The artist behind “All the Restaurants” is drawing live and signing books. It’s food-meets-art. | FREE | 11AM-1PM

Free Market @ Fuller Park | Give what you can, take what you need. This no-cost market is community care in action. | FREE | 12PM

Kids Art Walk Workshop @ Skyline Park | Little hands, big creativity. The 10AM slot’s sold out, so grab your ticket before the noon session disappears too. | FREE | 12PM

Summer Moon Festival @ RD Winery | Vietnamese street food, live music, and wine. A modern celebration of an ancient tradition. | $50+ | 12PM-4PM

Jude Berman @ Napa Copperfield’s | In her debut book Shot: A Dictionary of the Lost, Berman unpacks memory, trauma, and the language we use to hold both. | FREE | 3PM

Yountville Table @ The Estate Pavillion | A dreamy outdoor dinner with top local chefs, endless pours, and the kind of seating chart that practically guarantees a new best friend. | $250+ | 6PM-9PM

20 | SUNDAY

Community Run @ Paradise Barber Shop | A feel-good, all-pace run with post-jog hangs. No pressure, just good vibes and community sweat. | FREE | 830AM

War of the Rosés @ Vin en Noir | Blind taste your way through pink wines from top Black winemakers and cast your vote for the best in show. Sips, snacks, and serious bragging rights. | $87 | 12PM-4PM

Julie Green @ Napa Bookmine | In A Thousand Little Memories, Julie Green charts her path through grief after losing her son, offering a moving, hopeful guide to healing and rediscovery. A powerful conversation for anyone navigating loss. | FREE | 2PM-3PM

The Fink’s 2nd Birthday Bash @ The Fink | The coolest little bar in town turns two. Expect negronis, nostalgia, and a crowd that knows. | FREE | 3PM

21 | MONDAY

Read to Dogs! @ Napa Library | Therapy dogs + kid readers = wholesome overload. Great for shy readers, dog lovers, and anyone in need of a serotonin boost. | FREE | 330PM-430PM

Movie Night @ The Garden | Ben Stiller’s ‘90s cult classic Heavyweights on screen. Bring a friend and your inner misfit. | FREE | 7PM

22 | TUESDAY

Trivia Night @ Heritage Eats | Chow down on banh mi tacos while flexing your random fact knowledge. Prizes and pride on the line. | FREE | 630PM-830PM

23 | WEDNESDAY

Trivia Night @ Armistice Brewing | No beer, no problem. This non-alc trivia night is just as competitive, but with better hydration | FREE | 6PM

Feminist Book Club @ Napa Bookmine | Come for the books, stay for the patriarchy-smashing vibes. Inclusive, intersectional, and intellectually sharp. | FREE | 630PM-730PM

Trivia Night @ Folklore | Debuting this week: trivia with a side of ambiance. Hosted by North Bay Trivia’s Jenni, it’s the kind of night you’ll text your friends about mid-round. | FREE | 7PM-9PM

LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT

21 | MON

22 | TUES
Jimmy Duhig @ The Fink | 8PM

23 | WED
The Evan Galbraith Jazz Quartet @ The Fink | 730PM

ONGOING

MONDAYS
Storytime @ Napa Bookmine | 10AM
Drop-In Wellness Workshops @ Mentis Wellness Campus | 2PM-5PM
Movie Mondays @ The Garden | 7PM
Karaoke @ Downtown Joes | 830PM

TUESDAYS
Farmers Market @ Downtown | 8AM-12PM
Karaoke @ Downtown Joes | 830PM

WEDNESDAYS
Kids Eat Free @ Downtown Joes | 8AM-1AM
Locals 2hr Unlimited Play @ Marquee Pinball | 11-11
Bingo @ Trade Brewing | 5PM

THURSDAYS
First Thursdays @ Oxbow Commons | Through October | 5PM-9PM

SATURDAYS
Farmers Market @ Downtown | 8AM-12PM
Saturday Picnic & Live Music Series @ Beringer | Through SEPT | 12PM-4PM
Lobster Rolls @ Heritage Eats | SAT-SUN

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That’s it for this week — go see some live music and remember to always shop local.
Enjoy your weekend and I’ll see you back here next week for a full issue.

Cheers!

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