November 1 -- Wine Train Moonlight Escape
Dining: Share the magic of the Napa Valley in November as the full moon rises at 5:37 pm. This moon is named the "Full Hunter's Moon" because this was the time to hunt deer by the light of moon.
Fee: $154 per personTime: 5:50 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 427.4124
November 1 -- La Vina Wine Auction
Auction: The 2009 La Vina Auction offers an unforgettable night for food and wine lovers. Held at the world-class Carneros Inn, the evening includes a silent auction, live auction and a sumptuous 3-course dinner. Proceeds fund after school enrichment programs at Napa Valley Language Academy. 4048 Sonoma Hwy, Napa
Fee: $125Time: 4 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 338.9663
November 1 -- MacHomer at the Lincoln Theater
Performing Arts: Conceived as a Macbeth cast party sketch in 1994, Rick Miller's MacHomer has since evolved into a worldwide smash hit. This one-man vocal spectacular features impressions of over 50 voices from TV's "The Simpsons" in a hilarious performance of Shakespeare's "Macbeth!". 100 California Dr, Yountville
Fee: $29, $35, $39Time: 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 944.1300
November 1 -- Historic Vineyards with Dr. Rue Ziegler
Historic: Come learn the of the Historic Vineyards in and around Napa county from Historian Dr. Rue Ziegler at the Goodman Library, 1219 First Street, Napa
Fee: FreeTime: 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 224.1739
November 1 -- El Día de los Muertos
Reception: Join us for a celebration of art and culture with live music, food, photographs and altars. There will be an opportunity to win artwork to benefit The Hispanic Network Scholarship Fund. Studio II Gallery, 570 Soscol Avenue, Napa
Fee: FreeTime: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 257.0900
November 4 -- Philippe Petit, Man On Wire
Film screening & discussion. Philippe Petit gained fame for his high-wire walk between the Twin Towers in New York City on August 7, 1974. For his feat, he used a 450-pound cable and a custom-made 26-foot long, 55-pound balancing pole. We can't promise any death-defying feats, but this is a unique opportunity to join Philippe for a screening of the film, followed by a discussion with the man himself. Napa Valley Opera House, 1030 Main St., Napa
Fee: $35Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.7372
November 5 -- The Napa Valley Wine & Grape Expo
Wine Education: The Napa Valley Wine & Grape Expo is a highly focused educational opportunity for the premium winegrape grower and producer. It will be held November 5th at the Lincoln Theater in Yountville, from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Each presentation will focus on specific vineyard practices as they relate to wine quality. The program will also include guided wine blending trials for growers and an exclusive tradeshow with 50 of the industry's leading viticulture and enology companies.
Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: See Description Phone Number: (707) 944.8311
November 6 -- Wine Train Vintners Lunch - Larkmead
Wine & Food Education: This historic vineyard in the northern part of the Napa Valley is known for world-class Cabernet Sauvignons, Bordeaux blends, and Sauvignon Blanc. Their wine is a Robert Parker favorite and pairs outrageously well with Executive Chef Kelly Macdonald's cuisine.
Fee: $154 per personTime: 10:50 am - 2:30 pm Phone Number: (800) 427.4124
November 6 -- Wine Train Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
Performing Arts, Dining: The Napa Valley Wine Train is pleased to announce a new Murder Mystery play centering on the clandestine world of the gum shoe. Come prepared to mix and mingle, dress the part, or just get down to business and solve the murder.
Fee: $135 per personTime: 5:50 pm - 9:30 pm Phone Number: (800) 427.4124
November 7 -- Passion for Life Auction
Auction, Benefit: An evening to celebrate...silent and live auction, wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres, and live music to benefit Napa local Rich Marsh and his continuing fight to recover from a debilitating stroke. Held at Artesa Vineyards & Winery.
Fee: $50 in advance, $60 at the doorTime: 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 258.6378
November 7 -- Carolina Chocolate Drops
Live Music: The Carolina Chocolate Drops, returning to Napa Valley Opera House after their popular performance in 2007, are a group of young African-American string band musicians that have come together to play the rich tradition of fiddle and banjo music in Carolinas' Piedmont. 1030 Main St., Napa
Fee: $30 / $35 Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.7372
November 7 -- Red Cross Harvest Night
Benefit: Join us for Red Cross Harvest Night, benefiting the Napa County Chapter of the American Red Cross, held at Castello di Amorosa and feature a silent and live auction, hors d’ oeuvres, and elegant sit down dinner. All funds raised by this event will stay in Napa County. 4045 North St. Helena Hwy, Calistoga
Fee: $195 per person Time: 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 256.3200
November 7 -- An Evening of Wine and Song
Performing Arts, Benefit: Napa High Choral Boosters invite’s you to an Evening of Wine and Song at Silverado Vineyards. Join us for food, wine, silent auction, and singing by Napa High’s Vocal Workshop and Chamber Choir. Food by Fume Bistro. All proceeds benefit the Napa High Choir. 6121 Silverado Trail, Napa
Fee: $75Time: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 253.3705
November 7 - 8 -- Calistoga Downtown Jazz Festival
Festival, Live Music: Downtown Merchants hosting live jazz & wineries pour their outstanding wines from 11-4. Music continues through the night at participating restaurants. Downtown Calistoga
Fee: Call for information & ticketsTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 942.6333
November 7 -- Queen of the Valley Medical Center Foundation Dinner
The 40th Anniversary Annual Dinner is an evening of celebration as QVMC Foundation presents awards to four individuals for their contributions to the Napa community. The event, held at the Silverado Resort, begins with an elegant cocktail and hors d'oeuvres reception. Wines, provided by premium Napa Valley wineries, are paired with culinary delights while you enjoy an evening of dazzling entertainment.
Fee: Call for information & ticketsTime: Call for information Phone Number: (707) 257.4044
November 7 - 8 -- Silver Pass Weekend on Silverado Trail!
Wine Education, Benefit: Pass Holders will enjoy current release tastings at each of the participating wineries along with barrel samples, food pairing, special discounts, library wines, and more! Each winery's actual offering will vary. Proceeds from pass sales will be going to the Child Development Centers of the Napa County School District.
Fee: Call for information & ticketsTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: ( 707) 963.3235
November 7 -- Suscol Council Art and Wine Auction
Auction: A traditional dinner of salmon by local chef, Michael Fradelizio of Silverado Brewing Co. plus great wine from local wineries. Local businesses have donated wonderful items and wine for our silent auction and our live auction is all Native American pieces. Woman's Club Building, 218 Franklin St, Napa
Fee: $45 in advance/ $50 at the doorTime: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 256.3561
November 10 -- Oxbow Visiting Artist Lecture Series - J. John Priola
Lecture: The images' subjects are common surfaces and spaces that a viewer regularly walks by. Priola suspends forward movement and turns us to the wall-to focus on the architectural surface as it meets the ground or sidewalk. Lectures are presented in partnership with the Napa River Inn, 500 Main St., Napa.
Fee: FreeTime: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.6600
November 11 -- John Cleese at the Lincoln Theater
Performing Arts: For decades after he appeared in Python movies such as "Monty Python and the Holy Grail," "Life of Brian," "Monty Python Live at the Hollywood Bowl" and "The Meaning of Life." His acting career continues with movies including roles in the hit comedy "A Fish Called Wanda," and both of the Harry Potter and the James Bond film series. 100 California Dr, Yountville
Fee: $39, $49, $59, $69Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 944.1300
November 13 - 14 -- 13th Annual Puppet Festival & Workshop
Family Fun, Performing Arts: Parasol Puppet will perform. Festival workshop gives participants the change to see the backstage secrets of the puppeteers in action. Jarvis Conservatory, 1711 Main St., Napa
Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (707) 255.5445
November 13 -- Wine Train Vintners Lunch-Zmor/Solorosa
Wine & Food Education, Dining: Meet Jeff Morgan, owner and winemaker at Zmor and Solorosa wineries. He specializes in dry Gewurztraminer, Rosè, and Pinot Noir. These delicious, food friendly wines are sure to pair perfectly with the award winning cuisine on board the Napa Valley Wine Train.
Fee: $154 per personTime: 10:50 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 427.4124
November 14 -- Barn Dance & BBQ
Celebration: Kick up your heels and celebrate with Napa County Farm Bureau and the Future Farmers of America at the 3rd Annual Barn Dance and BBQ. Come and gather with your family and friends to enjoy lots of great food, spirits and country western dancing! A green event.
Fee: S40, Children 11-18 $10Time: 5:30 p.m. -11 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 224.5403
November 14 -- 20th Vintage H.S. Band Review & Parade
Celebration, Live Music: We will be bringing the Vintage Reserve back to downtown Napa. The Competition zone will be on 3rd street between the new and old court houses! Plenty of parking, spectator viewing, restaurants, shopping. Field Show Competition starts: 4:00 pm 15 bands competing on Field Gates open at 3:30 Memorial Stadium. Myrtle Ave. Napa Ca.
Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 299.2520
November 14 -- An Evening with Greg Brown
Live Music: Greg Brown’s songwriting has been lauded by many, and his songs have been performed by Willie Nelson, Carlos Santana, Shawn Colvin, and Mary Chapin Carpenter. He had recorded more than a dozen albums, including his 1986 release, Songs of Innocence and of Experience, when he put aside his own songwriting to set poems of William Blake to music. Napa Valley Opera House, 1030 Main St., Napa
Fee: $30 / $35 Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.7372
November 15 -- Beginning with Beethoven
Performing Arts: The Napa Valley Symphony's first classical concert will be an all-Beethoven program, featuring violinist Giora Schmidt in the composer's great Concerto for Violin & Orchestra. The program will also include Beethoven's Symphony #4, Op. 60 and Coriolan Overture, Op. 62.
Fee: $29 - $59Time: 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.8742
November 15 -- Tastemaker Dinner at etoile Restaurant
Food & Wine Education: A must for Pinot lovers, join Still Winemaker James Kress and taste etoile's winter menu paired with Reserve Pinot Noirs from the finest California regions and a limited brandy release that will make this winter dinner a rare treat. Three course menu and wine pairing $95 per guest. Domaine Chandon, One California Drive, Yountville
Fee: $95Time: 6:30 p.m. Reception 7 p.m. Dinner Phone Number: Sandy (707) 204.7663
November 19 - 22 -- Lucky Penny presents Looking
Performing Arts: Val's an OR nurse, Andy's in the storage business, Nina's a police officer and Matt's a radio morning show host. They're single and looking. Romance and laughter are the result, as Napa's Lucky Penny Productions brings another on-target relationship comedy to the stage. Napa Valley Opera House, 1030 Main St., Napa
Fee: $25Time: Nov. 19 -21, 7 p.m., Nov. 22, 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.7372
November 20 - 22 -- 37th Annual "Gifts'n Tyme Holiday Faire"
Holiday, Fair: Featuring 82 booths of fine crafts, art and gourmet foods. The Greater Napa Valley Lion's Club will again be having their annual home-baked goodies sale. This is a great time to get your Christmas shopping done early, with the personal touch! Held at the Napa Valley Expo, Chardonnay Hall, 575 Third Street, Napa
Fee: Free Time: Fri 10a.m.-7p.m./Sat 10a.m.-6p.m./Sun 10a.m.-4p.m. Phone Number: (925) 372.8961
November 20 -- Wine Train Vintners Lunch - Franciscan
Wine & Food Education, Dining: One of the largest and most well-known wineries in Napa, Franciscan needs no introduction. They are a leader in Bordeaux-style blends and delicious white wines. Guests will delight in an afternoon of wonderful food and wine aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train.
Fee: $154 per personTime: 10:50 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 427.4124
November 21 -- Peter Gros' Mutual of Omaha – Wild Kingdom
Family Fun: Lincoln Theater, 100 California Drive, Yountville
Fee: $28 adult, $10 children (ages 12 and under)Time: 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 944.1300
November 21 -- Wine Train Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
Performing Arts, Dining: The Napa Valley Wine Train is pleased to announce a new Murder Mystery play centering on the clandestine world of the gum shoe. Come prepared to mix and mingle, dress the part, or just get down to business and solve the murder.
Fee: $135 per personTime: 5:50 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 427.4124
November 21 - 22 -- Holiday in Carneros
Holiday, Celebration: Join nearly 20 Carneros Wineries for this fun winery open house weekend. Sample and purchase great wines, enjoy tasty treats, browse interesting arts and crafts, listen to lively music, meet the winemakers and winery owners amd much much more. Admission includes a Holiday in Carneros logo glass, wine tasting and unique offerings planned by the individual wineries.
Fee: Call for information & ticketsTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 909.4352
November 26 -- Wine Train Thanksgiving Dinner
Dining: Make sure your holiday is relaxing and memorable. Board the Napa Valley Wine Train and do Thanksgiving in style. Dinner includes all the traditional holiday fixings done with Chef Kelly Macdonald's signature flair. 1275 McKinstry Street, Napa
Fee: $104 - $139 per personTime: 5:50 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 427.4124
November 26 -- Thanksgiving on the Sonoma Serengeti at Safari West
Holiday, Celebration: Dine amongst the giraffes and playful lemurs, delight at our swift and sleek cheetahs, you may even run into a few anxious-looking wild guinea fowl! Join Nancy and Peter Lang and all of us here at Safari West for a sumptuous Thanksgiving feast served with a touch of Africa. Price does not include tax and/or gratuity. Reservations are essential. 3115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa
Fee: $50 Adults/$22 Children 4-12Time: Two Seatings: Noon & 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.2551
November 26 -- Wine Train Thanksgiving Lunch
Dining: Put away the apron and oven mitts. Let the Napa Valley Wine Train do all the work this holiday. Board the Napa Valley Wine Train and enjoy your celebration in style. Thanksgiving lunch includes all the traditional holiday fixings done with Chef Kelly Macdonald's signature flair.
Fee: $99 -$144 per personTime: 10:50 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 427.4124
November 27 -- Annual Festival of Lights
Holiday, Family Fun: All-day holiday faire with food, wine and entertainment town-wide. Visit by Santa Claus, carolers, carriage rides and shopping. In the evening the Town is set aglow with thousands of sparkling white lights. For information call the Yountville Chamber of Commerce.
Fee: FreeTime: 2p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 944.0904
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