Worth Mentioning – October 30, 2025
Worth Mentioning
Inaugural Yountville Halloween Block Party
NoYo is the site of Yountville’s inaugural Halloween Block Party, set for Friday, Oct. 31, from 3 to 10 p.m. The word is that the northern section of Washington Street near Madison Street will be transformed into a spirited Halloween destination.
Washington Street will be closed, open only for foot traffic, between Madison and Pedroni streets. Appropriate for all ages, the event will include:
- Live music and dancing with Steady Eddy and the Shakers
- Dog costume contest and pageant presented by Waggin’ Trails Rescue (Sign-up for the contest can be made on site.)
- Special activations, offers and treats from local businesses
- The program will begin at 4:45 p.m. with the Dog Costume Contest at 5 p.m. and live music beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Halloween festivities include spooky treats, drinks, karaoke and lawn games to provide something for everyone. All of Washington Street will be open to revelers before and after the Block Party for family-friendly activities, while some businesses plan to remain open late that night for after-parties.
“We are excited to welcome the community and visitors to this one-of-a-kind event,” said Natalie Leighton, president and CEO of the Yountville Chamber of Commerce. “The Halloween Block Party is a celebration of Yountville’s vibrant spirit and our incredible local businesses.”
Admission to the Halloween Block Party is free and open to the public. Costumes are encouraged!
Set clocks to ‘fall back’
Fall is here and so is the end of daylight saving time, which concludes this year on Sunday, Nov. 2, at 2 a.m. Don’t forget to set clocks, watches and appliances back by one hour and gain an extra hour of sleep.
For participating states, daylight saving time begins on the second Sunday of March and ends the first Sunday in November.
Día de los Muertos in St. Helena
The 17th annual Día de los Muertos Celebration will take place on Sunday, Nov. 2, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Napa Valley College Upper Valley Campus in St. Helena.
Hosted by UpValley Family Centers and Nimbus Arts, the long-standing community celebration features live music, dance, food, traditional altars and creative activities for all ages. Admission is free. The Napa Valley College Upper Valley Campus is at 1088 College Ave., St. Helena.
Yountville Tourism Improvement District Board meeting
After a hiatus since May, having cancelled the August 2025 meeting due to “lack of business,” the Yountville Tourism Improvement District Board will meet on Thursday, Nov. 13, from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Yountville Town Council Chambers. 6550 Yount St., Yountville.
Napa County Baseline Data Report workshops
Napa County will host its second round of in-person and virtual community workshops to share an overview of preliminary findings for the Baseline Data Report update. While no in-person workshop planned for Yountville, these are the options for participation:
In-Person Workshops (no pre-registration necessary):
- Wednesday, Nov. 12, 6 to 8 p.m. at the Tucker Farm Center,1201 Tucker Road, Calistoga
- Thursday, Nov. 13, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Napa County Health and Human Services, 2751 Napa Valley Corporate Drive, Building A, Napa (This workshop will take place in the Willow & Oak Conference Room at the North Entrance to Building A.)
Virtual Workshops (registration links below):
- Wednesday, Nov. 19, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Register here ›
- Thursday, Nov. 20, noon to 1:30 p.m. Register here ›
The update will offer a research-based snapshot of current conditions across the county, sharing critical insight into Napa County’s land, infrastructure, natural resources and community characteristics. It will serve as the technical backbone of the upcoming General Plan update and Environmental Impact Report, ensuring that long-term policy discussions are rooted in reliable data.
For more information about the Baseline Data Report email [email protected] or visit: https://tinyurl.com/4y5basrk/.
Napa County Historical Society exhibition
Napa County Historical Society’s new exhibition, “The Valley Beautiful: Art,” is running through March 28, 2026, at the Goodman Library in Napa.
“The Valley Beautiful: Art” is the final installation of the three-part exhibition series (following “The Valley Beautiful: Music” and “The Valley Beautiful: Architecture”), which tells the story of Napa Valley’s beauty and how cultural pride and a sense of community have employed architecture, music and art from the earliest historic times to present day.
The series is sponsored in part by Napa County Arts & Culture Committee Grant, Provident Credit Union and Community Projects.
For more information, visit napahistory.org/. The Goodman Library is at 1219 First St., Napa.
Secured property tax bills available
Secured property tax bills for 2025-26 are now available online to view and pay.
To access bills, property owners can enter their assessment parcel number (APN) or property address on the Napa County Property Assessment and Fee Parcel Search web page at https://common2.mptsweb.com/mbc/napa/tax/search/.
Property taxes can be paid online, by mail, in person or by phone. For information and steps to pay using the available methods, visit the Napa County Treasurer-Tax Collector web page at www.countyofnapa.org/1260/How-to-Pay-Your-Property-Taxes/.
The first installment of taxes is due on Nov. 1 and will become delinquent if not paid by Dec. 10. Delinquent payments will incur a 10% penalty. The second installment is due on Feb. 1 and will become delinquent if not paid by April 10. Delinquent payments will incur a 10% penalty plus a $10 fee.
For questions, call the Napa County Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office at 707-253-4327 or email [email protected]. The Napa County Tax Collector’s office is at 1195 Third St., Suite 108, Napa, CA 94559.
Lighted Tractor Parade submissions
Rain or moonlight, Calistoga’s annual Lighted Tractor Parade will take place on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 7 to 8 p.m. This year’s route will follow Lincoln Avenue from Stevenson Street to Cedar Street.
The Calistoga Chamber of Commerce is accepting submission for entries, which will be accepted through Nov. 13 on a first-come, first-served basis. The parade is limited to the first 50 complete entries. The fee is $45 for a tractor or vehicle. Entries will receive staging and parade line up information by Nov. 27. Staging will begin at 3:30 p.m. on parade day.
For a list of guidelines and to submit an application, visit https://tinyurl.com/p8wv9kzk/.
Those interested in sponsoring the event can email [email protected]. The Chamber is also seeking volunteers for the holiday parade. All volunteers will receive a boxed dinner. Students will earn community service hours, and volunteers ages 21 and up will receive a Winter in the Wineries Passport, which is good for complimentary tastings at 19 wineries along with special lodging, spa, retail and restaurant deals. Sign up to volunteer by Nov. 18 at https://tinyurl.com/4vhkxv9h/.
Volunteer classroom tutors needed upvalley
UpValley Family Centers is recruiting volunteer tutors to help in classrooms at Calistoga and St. Helena schools.
Volunteers will work one-on-one with students in group settings or classrooms to provide general assistance based on student and teacher needs. Tutoring will take place on campus during school hours at participating schools.
Subject matter includes reading, writing, math and social skills. There is also a need in Calistoga for volunteers willing to lead sports and arts activities during recess and lunch time. Volunteers are asked to commit at least one hour a week throughout the school year.
The nonprofit is also seeking volunteers interested in helping with the following: craft closet organization, event invite and reminder phone calls or yard maintenance.
Those interested in UpValley Family Center volunteer opportunities can fill out a volunteer interest form online at: https://upvalleyfamilycenters.org/volunteer/. For additional questions, email Michael Bozman at: [email protected]/.
Vine Transit expands Route 29-BART service
The Vine Transit has expanded its Route 29 Napa-BART Connector to include Saturday service, offering nine round trips between the Redwood Park & Ride in Napa and the El Cerrito Del Norte BART station.
It is made possible through a partnership between the NVTA, Metropolitan Transportation Commission and the county of Napa. It will operate as a pilot program from August 2025 through June 2026. Both Vine and BART use Clipper Cards.
For more information, call 707-251-2800 or visit https://vinetransit.com/vine-transit-expands-route-29-bart-connection-with-saturday-service/.
Napa Humane expands dog training
Napa Humane has expanded its training programs to create additional opportunities for local dog owners to build lasting bonds with their pets.
New programming includes a manners class for children ages 8 and older to take the lead in dog training, with parents assisting. These include:
- a hybrid class for anxious or fearful dogs, beginning virtually at home before transitioning to in-person sessions;
- a progressive three-class series teaching dogs to come when called, even around distractions;
- a three-class series focusing on polite walking, passing distractions and calm neighborhood manners.
The new classes are in addition to Napa Humane’s other popular classes, which include Puppy Preschool, Basic Manners and Canine Charm School.
By using positive reinforcement methods and keeping class sizes small, the program helps dogs develop practical skills and good manners while giving owners the tools to communicate effectively with their companions.
Registration is open at www.napahumane.org/. Space is limited, and classes fill quickly.
The new training location is at 3285 Old California Way in Napa, next to Napa Humane’s spay/neuter clinic.
New Grand Jury complaint process
Nineteen Napa County residents have been empaneled to the Napa County Civil Grand Jury, and an additional five residents were selected as alternates for a term that runs through June 2026.
The grand jury is responsible for investigating and reporting on the operations, accounts, and records of local government officers and agencies. Grand jurors also have the power to investigate citizen complaints about local government.
The grand jury recently made the citizen complaint process easier to use. Previously, complaints were filled out on a printed form and mailed or emailed to the grand jury. The new online form streamlines that process by eliminating the redundancy of printing and sending via the new digital format. The complaint forms are available in English and Spanish. For grand jury reports and more information, visit: www.napa.courts.ca.gov/general-information/grand-jury/.
For additional questions, contact the Napa County Superior Court executive office by phone at 707-299-1110 or by email at [email protected].
