Upcoming Library Closures:

Friday, December 3: Staff In-Service Training Day
Friday, December 24: Winter Holiday
Saturday, December 25: Winter Holiday

Book Buzz

No assigned reading! Just tell us which great books you've read recently. 

Chasing Sun in Shaded Yards with UC Master Gardeners

Does your yard have a limited supply of sunny locations to grow vegetables? In this presentation, we’ll discuss the basic requirements of site selection and planting.

Saturday Crafternoons: 
Holiday Jar Lanterns 

Help us light up the Holiday season with these gorgeous and fun Jar Lanterns! Registration required. 

Winter Storycraft Corner

Families may drop-in anytime between 3:00 and 4:30 p.m. to hear stories and create a special holiday pop-up card. 

Art in the Library: Napa Valley Pastel Artists

Napa Valley Pastel Artists classes and workshops by Deborah Donahower are held at the Art Center Napa Valley. She has been teaching art to adults and children for 35 years. It is her passion to empower budding artists into their own creativity and personal style. The exhibition features Donahower’s work and works created by her students. Registration Required.

Asian Art Museum Virtual Art Talk: The Silk Road: Globalization in the Ancient World 

Luxury commodities such as silk, porcelain, paper, tea, jade, amber, spices, ivory, gunpowder, gold, and silver were carried across overland and sea trade routes known as the Silk Road. Religions, ideas, and technologies were also spread along these trade routes in all directions.

Friends of the Napa Library Book Sale 

The December Book Sale is the perfect place to grab literary gifts for all your holiday needs. Open to the public (except for Member's Day on Saturday 12/11).

String Art Ornament Craft Kit

Create a holiday tree string art ornament. These craft kits for teens and adults will be available starting December 15th at all locations while supplies last.

A Jolly Good Time

Happy Holidays to all! Please come and help celebrate the holidays with cheer, crafts, treats, music, and more.

Holiday Cookie Decorating for Kids 

Kids are invited to decorate sugar cookies for the holidays. A small DIY recipe journal with cookie recipes will be provided to take home. For ages 5 and older. Register starting Monday, December 6th.

Teen Holiday Party

It's time for holiday cheer, crafts, snacks, and movies! All supplies provided. Registration required.

Staff Picks

Wondering what to read next?
Here's what we're reading this month!

News

How ESL Helped a Former Student Find Her Voice

Cómo ESL ayudó a una exalumna a encontrar su voz

"He ganado más confianza al comunicarme en inglés dentro de mi comunidad, al establecer relaciones más sólidas con personas que no hablan español. Cuando voy de compras, siento que puedo preguntar precios, encontrar artículos y practicar mi conversación en inglés con los empleados de la tienda de manera más adecuada. Cuando quiero programar una visita al médico, ahora puedo hacerlo con facilidad. Cuando recojo mi medicamento en la farmacia, puedo comunicar para qué estoy allí. ¡Estoy muy feliz por todo esto!

Antes, cuando mis hijos tenían dificultades con sus deberes, no podía ayudarlos como quería debido a las barreras del idioma, me sentí triste. Pero hoy, gracias a estas oportunidades, todo ha cambiado para mejor. ¡Decidido a explorar otras oportunidades! En casa las cosas están mucho mejor de muchas maneras diferentes. Puedo leer y comprender la correspondencia por correo que recibo en inglés. Esta oportunidad me ha abierto más puertas."

Las clases de ESL comienzan el 10 de diciembre a las 10:30 a.m. en la Biblioteca de Napa. Llame al 707-253-4237 para registrarse.