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NAPA CHILDREN 04. Wow for Books NAPABow CHILDREN Grandparents and Books
04. Bow Wow for Books Storytimes Grandparents Study Center and Books Storytimes Sensory Storytime Summer Reading 05. Just for ‘Tweens 05. Thumbs Up Thursdays Jump ‘n Jive Just for ‘Tweens Storytime 06 -07. Movie Nights Special Weekly BRANCHES Shows Canyon 06. American Summer Parties 07. Calistoga & Yountville
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American Canyon Calistoga 09. Calistoga & Yountville
Family Friendly 08. How To Festival TEEN Ating Likha 10/11. Teen Events &
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Tutor Training GED Prep
TEEN LITERACY 09. Teen Events & Programs
ADULT ADULT 10. Programs & Events 13. 11.
Docu-Nights Art in the Library Remarkable Journeys Docu Nights 14. Events and Programs 15. Repeat Programs LITERACY 16. Art in the Library 12. GED Classes
BOARD GAMING for all ages! First Saturday of each month from 2 -5 p.m. (Community Meeting Room)
NAPA BOOK CLUB
Second Thursday of each month, 1 p.m. Napa Main Library LifeWorks Room September 8: by Pearl S. Buck October 13:
Enjoy board games for all ages at the Napa Library. Bring your friends and family and play for free fun!
and the Birth of Moving Pictures by Edward Ball November 10: Consequences by Penelope Lively
Children Fall Session: September 13December 8 Each storytime lasts 20-35 minutes and is enhanced with the use of picture books, puppets, rhymes, songs, and other participatory activities. These fun and easy weekly programs can set your child on the track to a lifelong love of reading and success in school. All storytimes are free and no registration is required. NAPA MAIN LIBRARY Toddler Storytime (18 months to 3 years old): Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. Bilingual Storytime (English/Spanish) (2 to 5 years old): Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. Jump ‘n Jive Family Storytime (families and children age 4 and up): Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Wee Wednesday Storytime (6 to 18 months old): Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Preschool Storytime (3 to 5 years old): Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
Bow Wow for Books Elementary school-age readers are invited to drop in and and provide an inviting environment for children to practice their reading skills. Children may sign up for a 15-minute session when they arrive at the library. They may select a book from our collection or bring one from home or school. NAPA MAIN LIBRARY Mondays
3:40 - 4:40 p.m.
Read to Luna Rae
Tuesdays
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Read to Bart or Bootsie
Wednesdays
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Read to Murphy
Thursdays
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Read to Zoe
Grandparents & Books
Our Library Grandparents are warm and enthusiastic volunteers who love to read to children. They are available to share stories on a one-to-one basis. Library ly colored aprons. Children of all ages are welcome to drop in and hear stories. Monday
10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Grandma Joy) 1 - 3:00 p.m. (Grandpa Lee)
Tuesday
2 - 3:30 p.m.
(Grandpa John or Grandma Elaine)
Wednesday
1 - 2:30 p.m.
(Grandma Merrill)
Thursday
3 - 5 p.m.
(Grandma Amy)
Friday
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Grandpa Keith)
Saturday
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. 1 - 2:30 p.m.
(Grandpa Lee) (Grandma Martha)
STUDY CENTER August 29-December 7
The Napa County Library is here to help you with your homework!
Come by the Napa Library Study Center for homework help, computers, and free homework printing. We also offer textbooks, guides for math, science and other homework assignments, and supportive volunteers who help students use the computers and other library resources to complete their homework. Mondays 3:30-5:30 p.m., Tuesdays 3:30-5:30 p.m., Wednesdays 2:00-4:00 p.m.
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SENSORY FRIENDLY STORYTIME 4th Saturday of the Month
The Napa County Library now offers Sensory Friendly Storytime. This interactive program is designed for children ages 8 and younger are on the autism spectrum, have sensory processing challenges, or other special needs. This storytime combines books, in developing emerging literacy, social skills in a sensory friendly environment. If traditional storytime, this inclusive program may be just what you are looking for. For more information, please contact Renee Forte at 707-253-4079 or renee.forte@countyofnapa.org.
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Children Shake Your Pirate Bootie! A Special Jump ‘n Jive Family Storytime Wednesday, October 19, 6:30 p.m.
Just for Tweens
Tweens (ages 10-12) are invited to come to a program every third Saturday of each month. Materials will be provided. All programs are free and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
PAPER PUPPET
Saturday, September 17 from 3 - 4:30 p.m. Use paper and string to create a one-of-a kind puppet.
ANIMATED BOX CRAFT
Saturday, October 15 from 3 - 4:30 p.m. Learn about car engine movement
Come in costume, or as you are, and join Miss Enjoy lively and interactive pirate stories, poems and music followed by a simple craft activity. Come join the fun! This program is recommended for children ages 4 and up. This event is free and will take place in the children’s section of the Napa Main Library.
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APPLE BODY SCRUB
Saturday, November 19 from 3 - 4:30 p.m. Welcome the season of fall by creating an apple body scrub.
North Napa Rotary Supports Third Week Book Reading Initiative
Local Rotary organization provides grant support for early literacy project at the Napa County Library
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s many of you know, 2016 was a year of celebrations and new beginnings for the Napa County Library. The start of new life is the perfect time to nurture a child’s love of reading. Developing early literacy skills positively impacts a child’s reading achievement and success in school. We believe that it’s never too early to help with your child’s development of pre-reading skills. According to Ann Davis, Children’s Librarian at the Napa Main Library, “We wanted to start teaching parents about the importance and ease of sharing books earlier you start reading to your child, the better. ” The importance of early literacy is undeniable - Reading aloud and talking
with your infant increases brain development and encourages speaking skills. It’s also a wonderful time for new parents to bond with babies. With this in mind, the North Napa Rotary has purchased Third Week board books for the Napa County Library to give to new parents. These books are being distributed at every baby’s one month Napa and through Napa County’s Public Health Services. Third Week Books are available in both English and Spanish (with rhymes on one side of the page and reading tips on the other) and focus on the importance of reading to babies. “North Napa Rotary has partnered with the Napa County Library through Rotary District 5130 Grants to promote literacy.
Our shared goal with the library is to strengthen the capacity of our community to support basic education and literacy, and to increase literacy from newborns to adults,” explains proactive Rotary member, Al Verstuyft. This program, along with the North Napa Rotary’s previous donations, contributes to the Library’s Every Child Ready To Read effort. Every Child Ready to Read is a parent education initiative that stresses the idea that early literacy begins with the primary adults in a child’s life.
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AM CAN EVENTS
American Canyon Friends of the American Canyon Library Book Sale
Friday, October 14, Saturday, October 15, and Sunday, October 16 American Canyon Library Community Meeting Room
American Canyon Library Book Club Third Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m.
September 15, October 20, and November 17 American Canyon Library
Friends of the American Canyon Library Meetings Fourth Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. September 22, October 27
ALZHEIMER’S DEMENTIA CAREGIVER WORKSHOP Thursday, September 15, 1 – 3 p.m.
Learn to Speak Alzheimer’s: Learn tools and techniques for successful communication. Free community event, please preregister with Jillian McNab, Collabria Care, 707-258-9087x272 or jmcnab@collabriacare.org
New members welcome!
Saturday Crafternoons
Second Saturday of each month at 12:00 p.m., September 10, October 8, and November 12 American Canyon Branch. Free for all ages.
NAPA VALLEY ADULT EDUCATION’S CAREER ACADEMY CLASSES AT THE AMERICAN CANYON BRANCH
Tuesday, September 27, 5 - 8 p.m. – Part 1 Interviewing Skills Wednesday, September 28, 5 - 8 p.m. – Part 2 Interviewing Skills Tuesday, October 18, 5 - 8 p.m. – Part 1 Interviewing Skills Wednesday, October 19, 5 - 8 p.m. – Part 2 Interviewing Skills Monday, November 14, 5 - 8 p.m. – Part 1 Interviewing Skills Tuesday, November 15, 5 - 8 p.m. – Part 2 Interviewing Skills Interviewing Skills Career Class: Learn how to dress, ask questions, listen and understand the non-verbal signals. Pre-register at www. adulted.nvusd.k12.ca.us
WILD AMERICAN CANYON: RAPTORS Wednesday, November 2, 7 p.m.
Presented by Carol Poole, Wildlife Rescue Center of Napa County (WRCNC). Birds of prey (aka raptors such as hawks, falcons, and owls) are a key factor to the continued health of our watershed and of our viticulture. Raptors are a natural deterrent to the over-population of rodents that can cause untold damage to crops, root stock, and vines. Come learn about these fascinating and predatory birds. If all goes as planned, WRCNC will bring a live raptor to the presentation! Located in the American Canyon Library Community Meeting Room.
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Children’s Activities
Located at the American Canyon Library
Preschool Storytime (3 to 5 years old): Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Bow Wow for Books
1st Wednesday of every month, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Read to Molly
Grandparents & Books
Tuesdays, 3 - 4:30 p.m. Grandma Gayle
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CALISTOGA EVENTS
Calistoga & Yountville Book Club
Calistoga Library Second Friday of each month, 11 a.m. (September 9, October 14, November 10)
Come share what you’ve been reading in our all-inclusive book club. No assigned reading, just bring yourself and your reading experience. Oh, and there’s food.
Intercambios
Wednesdays/ Miércoles, 6:30 p.m.
Practique inglés o español y ayude a los demás que están aprendiendo en un ambiente amable. Los participantes hablan la mitad del tiempo en inglés y la otra en español. Practice English or Spanish and help other learners in a friendly atmosphere. Participants speak half the time in English and half in Spanish.
Calistoga Writers Group
Guitar Workshop
Every Saturday morning at 10 a.m.
Join Dan and Fredy for 45 minute smallgroup workshops aimed at beginning and low-intermediate guitarists every Saturday morning. We’ll tackle everything from basic chords, rhythms, and music theory to guitar care and simple songs. Come to learn and to share. Bring your own guitar or use one of ours. All ages welcome, limited to 8 people. Workshops available in English and Spanish. Register in person, over the phone, or by email. (707) 942-4833, daniel.cottrell@countyofnapa.org or fredy.gonzalez@ countyofnapa.org.
Last Saturdays Loud in the Library
Second Saturday of each month, 3 – 5 p.m. (September 10, October 8, November 12)
Come, write, read, and meet other writers! Writers of all genres and formats welcome to participate in an open, supportive, and constructive atmosphere. Teens and adults welcome.
Music Jam Last Saturday of every month, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. (September 24, October 29, November 26)
Friends of the Calistoga Library Meeting
Bring an instrument or your voice and play with other musicians of all levels. Come to share, learn, and have fun. Now’s your chance to be loud in the library!
meeting Tuesday, September 13 at 2:30 p.m. at the Calistoga Library. We are looking for both
Tech Appointments
YOUNTVILLE EVENTS
Need help with your computer, phone, or tablet? One-on-one, 30-minute sessions are available in English or Spanish by appointment Wednesday through Saturday. Make an appointment in person, over the phone, or by email: (707) 942-4833, daniel.cottrell@countyofnapa.org or fredy.gonzalez@countyofnapa.org
BOW WOW FOR BOOKS
Tuesdays 4 - 5 p.m. Read to Emi
FAMILY STORYTIME FOR ALL AGES
Wednesdays, 11:15 a.m.
International Game Day Thursday, November 17
We’re celebrating International Game
Day - join us after school until 4:30 p.m. to play
Bean Boozled, a Jelly Belly jelly bean tasting game.
Children’s Activities at the Calistoga Branch FAMILY STORYTIME FOR ALL AGES Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.
CRAFT CONNECTION Third Saturday of each month, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
FIRST SATURDAYS
First Saturday of each month, 11 a.m. September 3
September 17 We’ve got a new Cricut in our library! Join us in exploring what this wonderful new tool can do to
library and preserve summer. We will be making
October 15 Make a Frida y Diego Paper Collage to celebrate Latino Heritage Month.
October 1 Sugar Skulls - We’re getting ready for Día de los Muertos. Join us as we decorate sugar skulls for you to take home or to add to our community altar.
November 19
in a mason jar.
special people in your life.
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Filipino American History Month Celebration
Spooky Napa
Thursday, October 27, 6 p.m. Napa Main Library
Saturday, October 1, 3 - 5 p.m.
American Canyon Library Community Meeting Room
Come celebrate Filipino American History Month by making a saranggola, otherwise known as a Philippine Kite. Made out of materials found
Join historian Rebecca A. Yerger as she reappears for the eighth year to share more beguiling Halloween treats of local tales of paranormal activity and encounters with the frightfully eerie.
A Native American perspective historical and contemporary Wednesday, November 2, 7 p.m.
was a favorite traditional Filipino pastime.
An interactive slide show discussion about Native Americans in region around Napa County. Charlie Toledo, Executive Director of Suscol Intertribal Council will be available for questions and discussion specific to Napa County on general overview of Native Americans. Located at the Napa Main Library in the Magazine Area.
Ating Likha
Wednesday, October 26, 6 p.m. American Canyon Library
In celebration of Filipino American History Month join us for a special viewing of The Delano Manongs: Forgotten Heroes of the United Farm Workers Movement. Learn about Larry Itliong and the many other Filipi no farm workers who instigated one of the American farm labor movethe creation of the United Farm Workers Union (UFW) – and played a pivotal role in changing the laws for farm workers in the United States.
Sky is the Roof Wednesday, November 16, 7 p.m.
A thirty minute documentary focused on environmental issues around Napa River and current water crisis situations in California. This short documentary film was produced by Suscol Intertribal Council a local community based organization here in Napa County. There will also be an open discussion on “Suskol House.” Located at the Napa Main Library in the Spanish Area.
Saturday, October 22, 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Napa County Library presents its 2nd Annual How-To Festival at the Napa workshops throughout multiple areas within the library. Learn a new skill, or sharpen up the ones you have already. Located at the Napa Main Library
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Teen American Canyon Teen Events VIDEOGAME TOURNAMENT Thursday, September 8, 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Play Super Smash Brothers Brawl against your friends! Please do not bring your own remote. Located at the American Canyon Library.
BEHIND THE LIFE OF A LATINA FILM SCREENING AND Q&A WITH THE FILMMAKERS Wednesday, October 5, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a viewing of the Leadership Academy Youth Leaders in Action (LAYLA) Film, Behind the Life of a Latina. shows the struggles of two Latina students at Napa High School. Stay Located at the Napa Main Library.
TEEN SEWING CLASSES Friday, November 4, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Come learn the basics of sewing and good for beginners and advanced. Registration is required, as space is limited. Located in the LifeWorks room.
FANTASTIC BEASTS AND HOW TO CELEBRATE THEM! Thursday, November 15, 4 - 5:30 p.m.
In celebration of the release of Fantastic , we will be making our own wands and Harry Potter bookmarks. Located at the Napa Main Library in the Teen Room.
WED WED THUR SAT
SECOND AND FOURTH WEDNESDAYS OF THE MONTH 4 - 5 p.m. at the Napa Main Library
ANIME AFTERNOON FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH 4 - 5 p.m. at the Napa Main Library
FRANKENTOYS Thursday, October 13, 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Dismember old toys and reassemble them into something new! Feel free to bring old toys you’re not using, but we’ll have a bunch on hand to create monstrous new playthings. Located at the American Canyon Library.
FANTASTIC BEASTS AND HOW TO CELEBRATE THEM! Thursday, November 10, 4 - 5:30 p.m.
In celebration of the release of Fantastic Beasts , we will be making our own wands and Harry Potter bookmarks. Located at the American Canyon Library.
TEEN BOOK CLUB
First Tuesday of each month, 4 - 5 p.m. a free copy of the featured book each month. Registration is required. Please email Melinda Mathis at melinda.mathis@countyofnapa.org September 6: Little Brother by Cory Doctorow (Banned Books Week)
October 4: Game of Love and Death by Marths Brockenbrough (Teen Read Week 2016 Top Ten Pick)
November 1: Pretending to be Erica by Michelle Painchaud
TEEN ADVISORY BOARD MEETING THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH 4 - 5 p.m. at the Napa Main Library
FANDOM CLUB SECOND SATURDAY OF THE MONTH 3:15 - 4 p.m. at the Napa Main Library
TEEN VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION
Teen programs are for ages 11-18. For more information please contact Teen Librarian Melinda Mathis at melinda.mathis@countyofnapa.org or 707-259-8394
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Adult THE MARTIAN CHRONICLES Saturday, September 24, 2 p.m.
SIMPLE SEWING WORKSHOPS Saturday, September 24, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 1, 2 p.m. Saturday, November 5, 10:30 a.m.
Writer and illustrator Lance Burris translates poetic and visually evocative passages from The Martian Chronicles, one of Ray Bradbury’s classic novels into visual art. Located in the Napa Main Library Magazine Area.
Join us as we work on single-sitting projects using the Library’s own sewing machines. This class is good for beginners or advanced. Registration is required, as space is limited. Please contact Helene Crane at (707) 253-4104 or helene.crane@countyofnapa.org. Located in the Napa Library LifeWorks.
FENG SHUI TO THE RESCUE: PART 1 Thursday, November 3, 7 p.m.
Learn how to use ergonomics & strategic interior design choices to positively impact your Located in the Napa Main Library Spanish Area
FINANCIAL EDUCATION WORKSHOPS BY TRAVIS CREDIT UNION
LEADING AN INTENTIONAL LIFE: CLEARING OUR LIVES OF SPIRITUAL CLUTTER Saturday, November 5, 3:00 PM
Third Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. Napa Library LifeWorks Room
This workshop focuses on the effects “spiritual clutter” can have on our hearts and minds. Located in the Napa Main Library Lifeworks Room.
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TRAILBLAZING WOMEN WINEMAKERS Tuesday, November 15, 7 p.m.
Join historians Rebecca Yerger and Pat Alexander in an insightful panel discussion featuring Napa County women winemakers. Discover the unique challenges they have encountered as trailblazing women winemakers in one of the world’s premier wine regions. Located in the Napa Main Magazine Area.
BELLY DANCING WITH SHAHREENA Tuesday, September 13, Tuesday, October 11, Tuesday, November 8 from 7 - 8 p.m. Sharyn “Shahreena” Fuller, Napa’s foremost raven-haired belly dancer, will be introducing students to the magical art of belly dancing. Located in the Napa Main Library Spanish Language Area.
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al aid opportunities, you will learn how to make continuing education for your children (or yourself) a reality.
FENG SHUI TO THE RESCUE: PART 2 Thursday, November 10, 7 p.m.
Follow-up to the 1st session. Bring back
College Financing 101
Psychology of Spending
Wednesday, October 19 Psychologists have found that there are several forces that govern our consumer behavior and cause us to make decisions that are not necessarily rational or in our best interest. However, understanding why we buy what we buy can help us make better decisions in the future.
Homebuyer Education: Life as a Home Owner
Wednesday, November 16 This seminar presents valuable tips about moving and settling into a new house, keeping records, communicating with your lender and creditors, ntractor if you chose to remodel, improving your credit score if you choose to
WILD NAPA
Resource Conservation Districts are one of California’s earliest grassroots conservation organizations. Get to know Napa County’s wild creatures with this monthly lecture series from the Napa County RCD. All lectures located in Napa Main Library’s Magazine Area.
Wednesday, September 14, 7 p.m
Napa River Restoration with the Napa County Flood District
Wednesday, October 12, 7 p.m
Lichen with Shelly Benson, California Lichen Society
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Wednesday, November 9, 7 p.m
Kathy Biggs
Art
Adult in the Library
For literary lovers seeking a different kind of book club and a chance to mingle with like-minded individuals. Read. Meet. Sip. Savor.
in partnership with
NAPA AT THE HISTORIC NAPA VALLEY OPERA HOUSE
Buddha Project 100 by Arthur Deak (Acrylic)
505 Lincoln Ave, Napa, CA 94558
Reception: Friday, September 9, 2016 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Art talk: 6:30 p.m
peace and serenity. Photographic images of the Buddha from Deak’s extensive travels around the world provide the foundation for the paintings.
Leslie Philpott (Acrylic)
Tues., September 20 @ 7 p.m.
Tues., October 18 @ 7 p.m.
The Bad-ass Librarians of Timbuktu by Joshua Hammer
The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss
Girl Waits with Gun by Amy Stewart
TABLETOP GAGAMING MING NIGHT 6 p.m. @Napa Main Library
Reception: Friday, October 14, 2016 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Art talk: 6:30 p.m Leslie Philpott is an artist who lives and work on display will include her study of the Sacramento River during the winter, spring, and summer of 2015. She paints outdoors on-site and expands upon
Tues., November 15 @ 7 p.m.
EVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH Located at Napa Valley College Napa County Library in partnership with Bad Zero Games invites you to join our monthly game night. Discover and play new games or bring
studio.
Napa County Library and the Napa County Historical Society present A Photographic Exhibition of Napa County History Reception: Friday, November 18, 2016 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Art talk: 6:30 p.m As part of our 100th birthday celebration, the Napa County Library, in conjunction with the Napa County Historical Society, is hosting a month-long photographic exhibition of Napa rich history of Napa through photographs of important landmarks, themes and communities.
INTERCAMBIOS
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Practique inglés o español y ayude a los demás que están aprendiendo en un ambiente amable. Los participantes hablan la mitad del tiempo en inglés y la otra en español. Están bienvenidos los principiantes. Practice English or Spanish and help other learners in a friendly atmosphere. Participants speak half the time in English and half in Spanish. Beginners welcome.
SEPTEMBER 6
Docu Nights
OCTOBER 4
NOVEMBER 1
The Learning
Sun Kissed
“Docu Nights” at Napa Valley College.
A free joint collaboration with Napa County Library,
Library, McCarthy Library and PBS. This
Don’t Tell Anyone (No Le Digas a Nadie)
monthly series aims to use independent awareness and initiate conversations.
Follow Rivera’s remarkable journey from poverty in rural Colombia to the front
7 p.m. in the McCarthy Library Community Room.
is the story of four Filipina women who reluctantly leave their families and schools to teach in
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Sun Kissed follows Dorey and Yolanda Nez as they confront cultural taboos, tribal history and their own unconventional choices.
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SPANISH GED CLASSES
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 - 8 p.m. September 6 - November 29, 2016
Literacy
Work at your own pace along with a review of basic skills in reading, writing, and math and prepare for the GED exam. Classes are free and individualized to your educational needs. Located in the Napa Library LifeWorks Room. Call (707) 253-4237 to register.
INTERESTED IN TUTORING?
If you would like to tutor an adult in reading and writing we have an Online Tutor Training available in the library, please call to attend the hour-long orientation and get started in helping a learner in your community. Call (707) 253-4283 for more information.
INTERNATIONAL LITERACY DAY
Thursday, September 8, 10 a.m. -1 p.m. Learn about the Napa County Library’s Literacy program and hear the stories of our participants while enjoying refreshments. Located in the Napa Library LifeWorks Room.
Napa Main Library 580 Coombs Street Napa, CA 94559 Phone: (707) 253-4241
ESL CLASSES Fridays, 10 - 12 p.m. September 9 - December 9, 2016