[M O N D A Y | NOVEMBER 30th]

Whiskers, Tails and Ferals Christmas Tree Lot
Help animals and get your Holiday Tree this year at a local 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization. Whiskers, Tails and Ferals opens their Christmas tree lot from Nov. 27 to Dec. 20, daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., at the Petco Parking Lot, 3284 Jefferson St., Napa. Info, 258-2287.

Hurley's Dungeness Crab Festival |Nov 30th- Dec 13th
Growing up in San Francisco, Chef Bob Hurley well remembers many family dinners of a newspaper covered kitchen tables piled high with juicy, sweet tasting Dungeness crab. Chef Hurley is bring it back to Hurley's Restaurant, but home was never quite like this! 6518 Washington Street, Yountville Call for reservations. Cost: $9 - $32 depending on entree Time: 11:30am - 10pm Number: (707) 944.2345

[T U E S D A Y | DECEMBER 1st]

Michael Belair at The Oxbow Public Market Solo guitarist Michael Belair plays a blend of jazz, rhythm and blues and rock. He plays jazz standards as well as solo instrumental renditions of The Police, Van Morrison, James Brown, Al Jarreu, Steely Dan, Ray Charles and more. 6-8pm

Chocolate & Wine at Wineries of Napa Valley
Wine & Food Education: Join us for Wine and Chocolate pairing at Wineries of Napa Valley. All Day Long we are pairing our favorite wines with a variety of chocolate treats. No reservations required. Comfortable outdoor patio, indoor seating, wine tasting, Wi-Fi access & wine bar. 1285 Napa Town Center, Napa
Cost: $10 Time: 11am.–6pm Number: (707) 253.9450

Afro-Caribbean Dance Class
A fun, energetic dance class accompanied by live drumming! All levels welcome. Great fun and great exercise. Unity Church in Napa Valley, 3275 Hagen Road, Napa Cost: $13 drop-in; first class free Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Number: (707) 337.8540

Ballroom Dancing at The Senior Center
Dance to live music every Tuesday, 7:30-10 pm at the Napa Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson St., in Napa. $10. Refreshments provided. Info, Transie at 257-6853.Manny Gutierrez performs.

Hurley's Dungeness Crab Festival |Nov 30th- Dec 13th
Growing up in San Francisco, Chef Bob Hurley well remembers many family dinners of a newspaper covered kitchen tables piled high with juicy, sweet tasting Dungeness crab. Chef Hurley is bring it back to Hurley's Restaurant, but home was never quite like this! 6518 Washington Street, Yountville Call for reservations. Cost: $9 - $32 depending on entree Time: 11:30am - 10pm Number: (707) 944.2345

[W E D N E S D A Y | DECEMBER 2nd]

Philip Smith & The Gentlemen of Jazz
Philip Smith & The Gentlemen of Jazz quartet perform live every Wednesday, 6:30-9:30 pm playing swing, Latin and vocal jazz. No Cover, Uva Trattoria Italiana, 1040 Clinton St. Napa, CA

Live at Silo's: Jazz Jam Session
Jim Bell Hosts a Jam session for all of you Jazz Artists. Arrive at the Club by 6:30pm to sign up. Come by and check out how "cool" this can be. 530 Main St., Napa Cost: $10 Time: 7pm - 10pm Number: (707) 251.5833

Three for Thirty with no corkage fee
Come to Restaurant Cuvee on Wednesday nights and receive three courses for $30. Bring a bottle of wine and we will waive your corkage fees. 1650 Soscol Avenue, Napa Cost: $30 per person Time: 5pm - close Number: (707) 224.2330

Napa Boots and Belles Dancing
Napa Boots and Belles welcomes singles, couples and families for "Dancing in a Square", on the first four Wednesdays of each month. Refreshments available on each third Wednesday. Grange Hall, 3275 Hagen Road, Napa.
Cost: $5 donation Time: 7pm - 9pm Number: (707) 252.3161

Cioppino Night at Tra Vigne
Every Wednesday night join us for Cioppino night! Salad, cioppino, grilled asparagus, roasted red potatoes, grilled bruschetta for $19.50. Tra Vigne does not charge corkage so please feel free to bring in your own wine! 1050 Charter Oak Ave., St. Helena Cost: $19.50 Time: 4pm - 9pm Number: (707) 963.4444

Drop-in Meditation Class for all
Learn to meditate, find inner meaning, improve your health & relationships, become more positive. Learn what Buddha taught. Join us at Summerville at Villa Del Rey, 3255 Villa Lane off Tancas, Napa. 2nd floor in chapel. Beginning April 4, continuing class. Cost: $10 donation Time: 7pm - 8:15pm Number: (707) 795.8791

Hurley's Dungeness Crab Festival
Growing up in San Francisco, Chef Bob Hurley well remembers many family dinners of a newspaper covered kitchen tables piled high with juicy, sweet tasting Dungeness crab. Chef Hurley is bring it back to Hurley's Restaurant, but home was never quite like this! 6518 Washington Street, Yountville Call for reservations. Cost: $9 - $32 depending on entree Time: 11:30am - 10pm Number: (707) 944.2345

Ladies Night at Baker Street!!
Ladies Only night at Baker Street Downtown as a Benefit for Soroptimist Napa! This Free evening will include Pampering, Retirement Planning Discussion, Wine Tasting, Truffles and "One Night Only" Shopping Specials! The first 50 women who make a purchase, gets a Free Gift Bag! Please RSVP at 255-4434 or BakerStreetTime@att.net. Cost: Free Time: 6pm Number: (707) 255.4434

Live at Silo's: Allison and Victor
Magnetic, warm, and lively, this acoustic sound combines the sweet songs, vocals, and guitar work of a singer-songwriter, with the old-school jazz saxophone melodies and great vocal harmonies. 530 Main St., Napa
Cost: $10 Time: 7pm - 10pm Number: (707) 251.5833

Big, Bad Burgundy Tasting at Back Room Wines
Get your Burgundy boots on, because we'll be showing TEN different Burgundies. Red & White, values and high-end, a great selection. Join our special guest, Importer & Burgundy expert Peter Poulos, as he pours and discusses ten Burgundies, he knows and loves...and we think you'll love them too. First & Main Streets, Napa Cost: $25 Time: 5pm - 8pm Number: (707) 226.1378

Hurley's Dungeness Crab Festival
Growing up in San Francisco, Chef Bob Hurley well remembers many family dinners of a newspaper covered kitchen tables piled high with juicy, sweet tasting Dungeness crab. Chef Hurley is bring it back to Hurley's Restaurant, but home was never quite like this! 6518 Washington Street, Yountville Call for reservations. Cost: $9 - $32 depending on entree Time: 11:30am - 10pm Number: (707) 944.2345

[F R I D A Y | NOVEMBER 27th]

Live at Silo's: The Johnny Smith Group
You'll definitely be entertained by one of the most outstanding voices in the Bay Area and beyond as he delivers a host of original rock, blues and reggae songs, as well as classic covers, and jazz standards. 530 Main St., Napa Cost: $15 Time: 8:30pm - 11:30pm Number: (707) 251.5833

Napa Valley Opera House Presents: Don Vappie's Creole Jazz Serendaders | Come early and enjoy wine from Luna Vineyards Undoubtedly, Creole Jazz Serenaders (CJS) is New Orleans' premier classic jazz orchestra. This group has acquired a unique following of music lovers that spans the generations. Young and old are among the eager when the band takes the stage with mesmerizing performances that remind us why New Orleans is the birthplace of jazz.

The CJS repertoire includes creole jazz from the early years as well as music from Jelly Roll Morton, King Oliver, Louis Armstrong. Duke Ellington. McKinney's Cotton Pickers, Mills Blue Rhythm Band, Jabbo Smith, The New Orleans Owls, The Astoria Hot Eight and many others. CJS had the honor of performing the world premier of Jelly Roll Morton's lost manuscripts and got rave reviews for a classic jazz program of Jelly Roll Morton, creole and other classics performed with the Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra. Their CD "IN SEARCH OF KING OLIVER" was the subject of a PRI radio program of the same name. The CD "CREOLE BLUES" is one of OFFBEAT MAGAZINE'S essential 100 CDs of the 20th century from Louisiana and has been featured on Delta Airlines inflight music program as well as Nick Spitzer's American Routes radio program on NPR. Cost: $25 / $30 Time: 8pm Number: (707) 226.7372

Philip Smith & The Gentlemen of Jazz
Philip Smith & The Gentlemen of Jazz quartet perform live every Friday, 8:30-11:30 pm playing swing, Latin and vocal jazz. No Cover, Uva Trattoria Italiana, 1040 Clinton St. Napa,

Wine & Cheese at Wineries of Napa Valley
We are here to prove that pairing wine and food is easier than you think! Taste an array of Napa Valley wines paired with some unique cheeses from California and beyond. $10 to taste five wines with cheese. No reservations required. Comfortable outdoor patio, indoor seating, wine tasting, Wi-Fi access & wine bar. 1285 Napa Town Center, Napa Cost: $10 Time: 4pm -6p.m. Number: (707) 253.9450

Peju Winery Holiday Open House
Napa neighbors and wine country visitors are invited to Peju for a festive evening to kick-off the holiday season. Shop for holiday wine gifts while enjoying Peju wines paired with small bites. 8466 St. Helena Hwy, Napa
Cost: Free Time: 6:30pm - 8pm Number: (707) 963.3600

Winter In the Wineries
Almost 20 Calistoga wineries will invite "passport holders" to tour their facilities, meet the winemakers, and sample their world-famous wines. Participants in the passport weekend will also enjoy discounts at several of Calistoga’s finest restaurants and lodgings. Cost: $40 Time: 10am - 5pm Number: (707) 942.6333

Wine Train Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
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. Cost: $135 per person Time: 5:50pm - 9:30pm Number: (800) 427.4124

The Ehlers Lane Art Collective
Celebration: Cornerstone Cellars and Page Cellars will be hosting the Ehlers Lane Art Collective in our new tasting rooms in Yountville. Including local artists Melissa Baker, Mercedes Baker, Christopher Jones Marino, and Justin V. Manes, this is a great opportunity to view local art and meet the artists. 6505 Washington Street, Yountville
Cost: Free Time: 8pm - 11pm Number: (707) 945.0388

Holiday Shopping Extravaganza
Sue F. Payne & Friends present their 14th Annual Event. This two-day show features fine art, fine crafts and fine gifts. Tasty treats and hot apple cider. A special raffle will be held to benefit Napa Valley Hospice & Adult Day Services. The Welcome Grange Hall, 3275 Hagen Road, Napa
Cost: Free Time: Fri 1p.m.-8p.m./Sat 10a.m.-6p.m. Number: (707) 252.4050

Napa Valley Cabernet AVA Tasting
Back Room Wines pours Cabernets from six different AVA's of Napa Valley. Taste the difference, and enjoy, Cabernet from Oakville, Rutherford, Stags Leap, Diamond Mountain, Atlas Peak and Coombsville. (Tentative list of AVAs). Outstanding, artisan, local Cabs. And we hope you can taste the difference, and taste of place, in each! First & Main Streets, Napa Cost: $25 Time: 5pm - 8pm Number: (707) 226.1378

Wine Train Moonlight Escape - Long Night
Share the magic of the Napa Valley in December as the full moon rises at 4:49 pm. This moon is named the "Full Long Night Moon" because this is the longest full moon night of the year.
Cost: $154 per person Time: 5:50pm - 9:30pm Number: (800) 427.4124

Hurley's Dungeness Crab Festival
Growing up in San Francisco, Chef Bob Hurley well remembers many family dinners of a newspaper covered kitchen tables piled high with juicy, sweet tasting Dungeness crab. Chef Hurley is bring it back to Hurley's Restaurant, but home was never quite like this! 6518 Washington Street, Yountville Call for reservations. Cost: $9 - $32 depending on entree Time: 11:30am - 10pm Number: (707) 944.2345

[S A T U R D A Y | DECEMBER 5th]

American Christmas Starring 12 American Idols
The holidays begin with festive music from many of the freshest and most talented young artists to reach the finals of American Idol. Scheduled to perform: Alexis Stone Lopez, Amy Davis, Brandon Rogers, Chikezie, Haley Scarnato, Jasmine Trias, Lindsey Cardinale, Nikki McKibbin, Nikko Smith, RJ Helton, Sundance and Trenyce. Lincoln Theater, 100 California Dr., Yountville
Cost: $49, $39, $29 Time: 8pm Number: (707) 944.1300

Holiday Bed and Breakfast Tour
Visit Historic Downtown Napa's Bed and Breakfast Inns, festively decorated for this special holiday season. Each inn will host a wine reception featuring a premier Napa Valley winery, paired with a taste of the Napa Valley. Transportation and entertainment will be provided. Many downtown merchants will be offering special discounts to event participants.
Cost: $55 Time: 2pm - 6pm Number: (707) 257.1444 or (707) 257.0112

Festival of Trees
The 17th Annual Festival of Trees, at the Meritage Resort & Spa, 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa. 10:30amdoors open, 12:30pmfashion show & luncheon. All proceeds benefit the Napa Valley Symphony. Cost: $85 Time: See Description Number: (707) 226.8742

Rutherford Wineries Passport Weekend
Wine Education: Experience the wineries of the Rutherford Appellation as never before, with exclusive barrel tastings, wine and food pairings,and special Passport Weekend discounts. Event profits are donated to a Rutherford community charity. Cost: $65 Weekend/$50 Sunday only Time: 11am - 4pm Number: (707) 302.1124

Saturday Opera Night
Each Opera Night is unique, as vocalists who come to the Conservatory range in experience from student to diva. Tickets are available at the door when they open for general seating at 7:30. Complimentary tapas, wine, and mineral water are offered at intermission. Jarvis Conservatory is located at 1711 Main Street, near downtown Napa. Cost: $15 Time: 8pm Number: (707) 255.5445

Cooking with Julie: Festive Dinner Class
Food Education: In this class, we create an elegant dinner by including a few French classics. Mastering souffles, Bordelaise sauce and the creamy potato and cheese dish Aligot will dazzle your guests. The poached pear dessert is perfect ending. Cheese Souffles, Filet Mignons & Bordelaise Sauce, Aligot, Roasted Broccoli, and Pears in Red Wine with Star Anise.
Cost: $135 Time: 4pm - 8pm Number: (707) 227.5036

Live at Silo's: Revolver
Live Music: What do they play? 60's, baby, only 60's! And not just the hits, either. You'll be saying, "Wow what a great tune! I've never heard anybody play that before!" 530 Main St., Napa Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door Time: 8pm - 11pm Number: (707) 251.5833

Moroccan Marrakesh at Merryvale
Join us at Merryvale for a sensational Holiday Dinner in the Cask Room & Celebrate the season with food and music from Morocco! Dress: Black Tie Optional or themed costumes. We encourage you to dress up and enjoy the evening (please no jeans). 1000 Main Street, St. Helena Cost: $125 per person all inclusive. Time: Reception at 7pm Number: (800) 326.6069 ext. 429

St. Helena Holiday Home Tour
This is truly a one-of-a-kind experience, and will be a perfect opportunity to get some holiday cheer in your heart. Benefiting the children of St. Helena primary and elementary schools. Cost: $40 Advance/$45 Day of Event Time: 10am - 4pm Number: (707) 967.2717

Salsa Lessons at Ceja Vineyards
Sizzling Salsa Saturday! Free Salsa Lessons & Happy Hour at Ceja Vineyards in downtown Napa. 5:30pm -7:30pm Happy Hour – get your salsa groove on – sample all Ceja wines at special discounts. 7:30pm Beginner Salsa & 8:30pm Intermediate Salsa. Open to 11:00pm. 1248 First Street, Napa
Cost: Free Time: 7:30pm - 8:30pm Beginner & Intermediate Number: (707) 226.6445

Chocolate & Wine at Wineries of Napa Valley
Wine & Food Education: Join us for an evening of Wine and Chocolate indulgence at Wineries of Napa Valley. We are pairing our favorite wines with a variety of chocolate treats. No reservations required. Comfortable outdoor patio, indoor seating, wine tasting, Wi-Fi access & wine bar. 1285 Napa Town Center, Napa Cost: $10 Time: 4pm - 6pm Number: (707) 253.9450

Napa CASA The Art of Helping Children
Jessel Miller is hosting the 2nd annual CASA Holiday event on December 5th from 6-9 pm, featuring champagne, wine, hors d' oeuvres, a silent auction and holiday music. All proceeds benefit Napa CASA, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing advocacy and support for abused and neglected children in Napa County. Cost: $45 per person Time: 6pm - 9pm Number: (707) 257.2272

Napa Valley Lighted Tractor Parade in Calistoga
Holiday, Family Fun: Napa Valley Lighted Tractor Parade in Calistoga held just after dark, is a salute to our agricultural heritage and features a wide range of small to gigantic equipment lighted and decorated bearing every thing from kids to Santa. This weekend begins Calistoga's Classic Christmas Season, which runs thru December. Downtown Calistoga
Cost: Free Time: 6pm Number: (707) 942.6333

Holiday Shopping Extravaganza
Sue F. Payne & Friends present their 14th Annual Event. This two-day show features fine art, fine crafts and fine gifts. Tasty treats and hot apple cider. A special raffle will be held to benefit Napa Valley Hospice & Adult Day Services. The Welcome Grange Hall, 3275 Hagen Road, Napa
Cost: Free Time: Fri 1p.m.-8p.m./Sat 10a.m.-6p.m. Number: (707) 252.4050

Winter In the Wineries
Almost 20 Calistoga wineries will invite "passport holders" to tour their facilities, meet the winemakers, and sample their world-famous wines. Participants in the passport weekend will also enjoy discounts at several of Calistoga’s finest restaurants and lodgings.
Cost: $40 Time: 10am - 5pm Number: (707) 942.6333

Hurley's Dungeness Crab Festival
Growing up in San Francisco, Chef Bob Hurley well remembers many family dinners of a newspaper covered kitchen tables piled high with juicy, sweet tasting Dungeness crab. Chef Hurley is bring it back to Hurley's Restaurant, but home was never quite like this! 6518 Washington Street, Yountville Call for reservations. Cost: $9 - $32 depending on entree Time: 11:30am - 10pm Number: (707) 944.2345

[S U N D A Y | DECEMBER 6th ]

David Roth Concert
David Roth's concerts are described as James Taylor meets Jerry Seinfeld. His songs have found their way to Carnegie Hall, the United Nations, several 'Chicken Soup for the Soul' books, the Kennedy Center, NASA's Space Shuttle Atlantis, Peter Paul & Mary concerts and more. He performs at noon and at the 9 and 10:30 a.m. services.Napa Valley Center for Spiritual Living, 1249 Coombs St. Napa

Music by jazz pianist Dick Conte featuring bassist Steve Webber at Oxbow Public Market Jazz pianist and radio announcer Dick Conte has been part of the Bay Area jazz scene since the 1960s. A three-time nominee for Gavin Magazine’s Jazz Broadcaster of the Year and winner of the AWRT Kudo Award for Best Radio Music Programming, He has opened for Cassandra Wilson, Tony Bennett and Doc Powell. The Dick Conte Jazz Piano Scholarship Fund, benefitting aspiring jazz pianists, has been established at the Jazzschool in Berkeley. Steve Webber has been playing bass for over 30 years, starting at age 12 playing in school bands and orchestras. He plays many styles of jazz and blues and has become a favorite sideman to many Bay Area bandleaders; in fact, Steve and Dick Conte have been performing together since 1999..Cost: Free Time: 3 pm - 6 pm Call: (707) 226.6529

Mont La Salle Holiday Concert
Holiday Concert and Carols Sing-Along featuring Napa Valley's Wine Country Trio and Guests at Christian Brothers Retreat & Conference Center Mont La Salle Chapel. Please RSVP by December 1 or call for futher information. 4401 Redwood Road, Napa Cost: $25/$30 At the Door Time: 4pm Number: (707) 252.3703

AIWF 4th Annual Crabfest
All-you-can-eat first of the season roasted Dungeoness Crab. Includes appetizer, pasta, salad, garlic bread, dessert plus Silverado brews, fabulous red wines donated by Jaffe Estates and beautiful whites from our good friends at Dee Vine Wines of San Francisco. Proceeds benefit The AIWF Norcal Chapter Scholarship program. Silverado Brewing Company, 3020 St. Helena Highway, St. Helena Cost: $75, $55 Aiwf members Time: 12:30pm - 4pm Number: (415) 508.6790

Cooking with Julie: Chocolate Truffles
In this hands-on class, we will learn how to make chocolate truffles and experiment with exotic flavors. You will make 8 truffles. We will blend the chocolate with unique flavors from around the world. (Grand Manier, Port, coconut, chili, coffee, almond, and pistachio). These will make great hostess gifts for the holiday season. Cost: $85 Time: 1p.m. - 3:30pm Number: (707) 227.5036

Rutherford Wineries Passport Weekend
Experience the wineries of the Rutherford Appellation as never before, with exclusive barrel tastings, wine and food pairings,and special Passport Weekend discounts. Event profits are donated to a Rutherford community charity.
Cost: $65 Weekend/$50 Sunday only Time: 11am - 4pm Number: (707) 302.1124

Holiday Open House at Rubicon Estate
Please join us from 5p.m.-6p.m. for wine tasting, light hor d'oeuvres and holiday shopping. From 6p.m.-7p.m.we will have an encore performance by the St. Helena Community Band. Please RSVP by December 1. 1991 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford Cost: Free Time: 5pm - 7pm Number: (707) 968.1174

Wine & Chocolate at Wineries of Napa Valley
Enjoy our Wine of the Month pairing Goosecross 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon with chocolate indulgence. We are pairing our favorite wines with a variety of chocolate treats. No reservations required. Comfortable outdoor patio, indoor seating, wine tasting, Wi-Fi access & wine bar. 1285 Napa Town Center, Napa
Cost: $10 Time: 4pm– 6pm Number: (707) 253.9450

Chanuka Fair at Congregation Beth Sholom
The public is welcome to come to a Chanukah Fair at 1455 Elm Street, featuring a holiday sing-along, games, crafts, storytelling and refreshments. In addition vendors will be on hand offering Chanukah candles, wrapping paper and gift ideas related to the holiday. Cost: $5/person or $18/family Time: 12pm - 2pm Number: (707) 253.7305

American Cancer Society Gala of Hope
The American Cancer Society of Napa County is celebrating it's first annual Gala of Hope, An Evening of Celebration, in honor of Joan Rombauer and Queen of the Valley Medical Center, Sunday, December 6, 2009 at the world-renowned Silverado Resort & Spa. Cost: $110 per person / $125 after Nov. 20th Time: 5pm - 10pm Number: (707) 255.5911, ext. 3

Winter In the Wineries
Almost 20 Calistoga wineries will invite "passport holders" to tour their facilities, meet the winemakers, and sample their world-famous wines. Participants in the passport weekend will also enjoy discounts at several of Calistoga’s finest restaurants and lodgings. Cost: $40 Time: 10am - 5pm Number: (707) 942.6333

Hurley's Dungeness Crab Festival
Growing up in San Francisco, Chef Bob Hurley well remembers many family dinners of a newspaper covered kitchen tables piled high with juicy, sweet tasting Dungeness crab. Chef Hurley is bring it back to Hurley's Restaurant, but home was never quite like this! 6518 Washington Street, Yountville Call for reservations. Cost: $9 - $32 depending on entree Time: 11:30am - 10pm Number: (707) 944.2345