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Happy Friday!
September has arrived, bringing cooler mornings, a little rain and those first hints of color in the leaves. Harvest got an especially early start this year, and judging by everything coming up, the rest of the Valley has been just as busy as the wine industry!
Now, please indulge me with this one: I really did try to keep this E-News short. Even after narrowing it down to just a sliver of the Valley’s events, this issue still turned into quite a scroll... September is busy, busy, busy (and so are we)!
Between the harvest celebrations and all the other fun, take a moment to meet our newest members, see the new grants available to the community and check out this issue’s job opportunities. There’s full-time, part-time and occasional work, so even if you’re not looking, you might spot something perfect for someone you know.
Happy reading, and I hope to see you out enjoying September!
Frederik Ducas (She/her)
Communications and Engagement Coordinator
Yountville Chamber of Commerce
Office: 707-947-7391
Cell: 707-254-5974
frederik@yountville.com
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Bringing Ideas (and Life) to Town
A lot of what we do happens behind the scenes. One of the benefits of Chamber membership is taking part in initiatives bigger than a single-business promotion. Our team works year-round with local businesses, the Town of Yountville, organizations and associations throughout the Valley, and our community to turn shared ideas into something everyone can enjoy.
This year, one of those ideas is coming to life with Yountville’s very first HalloWine Walk! On Saturday, October 24, from noon to 4 p.m., businesses throughout town will be paired with Yountville-area wineries for an afternoon of wine tasting... think trick-or-treating for adults!
The goal is to encourage people to stroll along Washington Street, visit participating businesses and discover more of our community along the way. It’s about bringing individual businesses together to create a town-wide experience that benefits our business community while giving locals and visitors another fun way to enjoy Yountville. After all, we’re a town that knows how to come together, and we hope to see plenty of you out in costume on October 24!
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Yountville Community Center
September 29
Our September Mixer will be hold on Tuesday, September 29 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Yountville Community Center and will come in a new format: a Business Expo! Meet businesses from beyond the wine industry, learn what they do and discover another side of our local business community. RSVP here.
Missed our last Mixer at Carneros Resort and Spa? Amy Little captured the evening beautifully - take a look at the photos here.
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Normandie Restaurant and Martini Bar
Normandie Restaurant & Martini Bar brings the elegance of classic European dining to the Napa Riverfront. Inspired by French culinary tradition and the Golden Age of Continental Dining, Normandie combines refined cuisine, tableside service, a curated wine program and an extensive selection of classic and signature martinis. Their goal is to create a warm, elegant dining experience where timeless hospitality meets the spirit of Napa Valley.
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Napa Outdoor Living and Design
Napa Outdoor Living and Design creates outdoor kitchens and gathering spaces designed to feel like an extension of the home. Their work blend luxury, functionality, lasting craftsmanship and everything needed for a perfect evening outside.
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The Yountville Moon
The Yountville Moon is an independent, online-only publication created by Napa architect Brendan Kelly. Through articles and essays, it shares its own perspectives on topics affecting Yountville and other small California towns, including housing, preservation, land use, local economics and community life.
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Lucchese Bootmaker
Lucchese Bootmaker has been crafting boots since two Sicilian brothers opened a small San Antonio workshop in 1883. More than 140 years later, its unmistakable stitchwork and old-school craftsmanship are still giving people a very stylish reason to pull on their boots. Their newest location will be opening soon in downtown Napa!
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St. Joan of Arc Catholic Parish
St. Joan of Arc Catholic Parish is a welcoming Yountville faith community offering worship, spiritual support and a place for people to come together. Beyond Mass, the parish serves local families through outreach, baptisms, weddings, quinceañeras and other important life moments.
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No&Co at The Yount Room
September 4th
Kick off the weekend at The Yount Room with a complimentary tasting hosted by Tracy Sweeney of Tomorrow Cellars on Friday, September 4, from 5 - 7 p.m.
Tracy will pour three de-alcoholized wines created with a refreshingly simple philosophy: real wine first, alcohol removed second. It’s a chance to explore a more mindful way of drinking, meet one of the people making it happen and perhaps discover a new favorite - just RSVP to save your spot.
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Napa Valley Museum Yountville
September 4th
Friday Night Films are also on full swing, bringing "The Princess Bride" on screen on September 4, "Young Frankenstein" on October 2 and "All the President’s Men" on November 6
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CHANDON
September 6th
Summer isn’t over until CHANDON says it is - and they’re giving it one proper send-off with a Labor Day Garden Party on Sunday, September 6, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Settle into the garden for an afternoon of DJ tunes, lawn games, seasonal bites and plenty of CHANDON available by the glass or bottle. Your ticket includes admission and a welcome splash of sparkling wine, because long weekends deserve a little bubbly! Cheers!
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Sutter Home Family Vineyard
September 6, 13, 20, 27
Sutter Home is filling its White Zinfandel Garden with live music every Sunday in September from noon to 3 p.m.
Bring a blanket or lounge chair, settle in among the roses and enjoy $6 wine slushies or $5 glasses of wine - because Sundays deserve a little soundtrack and something good to sip.
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The Steve Rogers Gallery
September 10
Yountville Arts is bringing a serious dose of color to the Steve Rogers Gallery with a new exhibition from Yountville-based abstract artist Betty Priolo.
Stop by the complimentary opening reception on Thursday, September 10, from 5:30 – 7 p.m. to meet Betty, enjoy refreshments and explore her vibrant original paintings. Can’t make the reception?
It’s About Color will remain on display through November 20.
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Priest Ranch
September 10 & 17
Thursday Night Live returns to Priest Ranch starting on July 9th and every following Thursday, bringing together great wine, live local music, and relaxed summer evenings in the heart of Napa Valley. Grab a seat on the patio or terrace, enjoy wines by the glass or bottle, and settle in for an evening of good company and entertainment. Seating first comes, first served, so arrive early to claim your spot.
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Aeternum Choir - Origins
Clos Pegase Winery
September 11
The Renaissance’s greatest hits: Allegri’s Miserere, Byrd’s Mass for Five alongside their re-imaginings by Briggs, MacMillan, Muhly.
Origins explores the Renaissance’s greatest hits like Allegri’s Miserere, Byrd’s Mass for Five, and more, alongside their re-imagined works by today’s most exciting living composers. This concert includes Clos Pegase wines, an intimate concert in the wine caves, and a post-concert gathering with Aeternum singers.
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Veterans Memorial Park
September 11
Pack a blanket and lawn chair for a movie night under the stars at Veterans Memorial Park on Friday, September 11.
Arrive at 6 p.m. to grab dinner from Riley’s Food Truck and enjoy tastings from Stags’ Leap Winery before "A Good Year" begins around 8 p.m.
The event is free and open to everyone, but reservations are encouraged... and please leave the pups at home!
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Beaulieu Vineyard
September 11
The weekend kicks off with a reception on the Madame de Latour Terrace, followed by a multi-course dinner from Winery Chef Sam McKenzie. This event is now sold out.
September 12
Celebrate the new 2023 Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon inside Beaulieu Vineyard’s beautifully restored winery. Food pairings, live music and other wines from the vintage are all part of the afternoon, and tickets are still available!
September 13
The weekend wraps up with a winemaker-led tasting through decades of Beaulieu Vineyard wines, followed by brunch. This event is also sold out.
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Baldacci Family Vineyards
September 12
Baldacci Family Vineyards is celebrating harvest with a Cabernet dinner on Saturday, September 12. The evening starts with wine on the terrace, followed by a three-course dinner featuring its 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon portfolio. A lovely way to welcome harvest in the Stags Leap District!
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Clif Family Winery & Farm
September 15
Tuesday On Us - Every Tuesday, the downtown St. Helena tasting room offers complimentary wine tastings, making it an easy excuse to discover something new, and enjoy a midweek taste of Napa Valley. Reservations required.
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The Restaurant at North Block
September 17
North Block Restaurant is introducing its new chef, new menu and new approach to Yountville dining with a Local’s Night on Thursday, September 17, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Stop by for live music, passed bites, pizza and pasta, a spritz bar, beer and wine, and meet Chef de Cuisine Antonio Natal, a Napa Valley native bringing his Latin Italian roots to the menu. It’s a first taste of North Block’s next chapter, with a few surprises to take home too.
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The Yount Room
September 18
Harvest is in full swing, and we’re keeping the momentum going with a special edition of our Winemaker’s Pour. We are thrilled to welcome rising star winemaker Weston Eidson - the creative force behind our sparkling collective brand, Sinnet - to the Yount Room for a very special evening.
We’re stripping away the formal lectures; this is a conversational pouring designed to let you engage directly with the winemaker, ask questions, and simply enjoy some world-class bubbles. We think it’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend.
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Napa Valley Golf Course at Kennedy Park
September 18
Tee off for a great cause - a charity golf tournament benefiting Molly's Angels and the older adults they serve throughout Napa Valley. Whether you're registering a foursome or joining as an individual, every swing helps make a difference.
Chamber Member Exclusive: Use promo code GOLF26Y to receive 10% off your foursome registration!
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HALL Napa Valley
September 19
HALL Wines is celebrating the release of its flagship 2023 Kathryn Hall Cabernet Sauvignon on Saturday, September 19, beginning at 6 p.m.
Hosted by Kathryn Hall herself, the evening pairs an elegant multi-course menu with exceptional wines in an intimate harvest-season setting. If beautiful food, remarkable Cabernet and good conversation sound like your kind of night, reserve your tickets here.
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Napa Valley State Parks Association
September 19
Spend your Saturday at the historic Bale Grist Mill for an evening of good food, live music and great company. Guests can also bid on live auction lots and take part in this year’s Fund-A-Need. Best of all, the evening helps support the preservation and care of Napa Valley’s state parks.
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Chimney Rock Winery
September 20
Welcome fall with a morning of yoga, bubbles and brunch at Chimney Rock Winery on Sunday, September 20. The morning begins with an all-levels mat yoga class inside the Barrel Room, followed by sparkling wine and a seasonal winery brunch. Bring your yoga mat, dress in comfortable layers and come ready to stretch, sip and enjoy!
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Clif Family Farm (Howell Mountain)
September 20
Clif Family is opening the doors to its Howell Mountain farm on Sunday, September 20, the only day of the year guests can visit!
Come spend the afternoon sipping Clif Family wines, enjoying live music and digging into a farm-fresh meal by Chef Magnus Young and his team. There will be plenty to explore around the farm, and one very important tip: cute sneakers will serve you much better than heels!
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Yountville Community Center
September 21
Featuring a Candidate Forum & Community Q&A. Meet the candidates running for Mayor and Town Council and hear their perspectives on issues important to the Yountville community. Free event, open to the public. RSVP here.
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Jessup Cellars
September 25
Curious about poetry but not sure where to start? Author Max Bidasha will guide everyone through creative prompts and simple exercises to help everyone find their own voice. No experience needed, and a glass of wine is included!
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Alzheimer's Association
September 26
Walk with friends, family and neighbors at Yountville Park on Saturday, September 26, and help support everyone affected by Alzheimer’s. The event brings the community together to raise awareness and funds for care, support and research. You can register as an individual, start a team or lend a hand as a volunteer.
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Girard Napa Valley
September 26
Join us select Saturdays for crowd-pleasing tunes by Jeremy Lipsin, ice cold frosé and relaxed patio vibes! Book a tasting and soak in the sights, sounds and flavors of Napa Valley summer.
Free admission with tasting reservation. Frosé can be purchased separately when you arrive.
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Trefethen Family Winery
September 26
We invite you to join us for a unique event focused exclusively on HāLo, our flagship Cabernet Sauvignon. Your day begins with a guided walk through Hillspring Vineyard, the source of every vintage of HāLo. You’ll then enjoy a library tasting of HāLo, followed by an intimate meal with a Trefethen family member. Prepared by Winery Chef Chris Kennedy, this member-exclusive event should not be missed.
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Napa Valley Education Foundation
September 27
Join the Napa Valley Education Foundation as amateur and professional pizza makers from across Napa Valley go head-to-head in our inaugural Napa Valley Pizza Contest on Sunday, September 27 from 3pm to 6pm. Visit Discovery Campus, 530 3rd St., Napa, CA, sample incredible pizzas, enjoy a glass of wine or a cold beer, and make your voice heard by voting for your favorites alongside a panel of local judges to help crown Napa Valley’s best pizza.
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Alila Napa Valley
Every Thursday, May through October
Alila Napa Valley’s Salvia Social Sessions bring an easy golden-hour feel to the Salvia Terrace & Bar, with live music, seasonal bites, and creative cocktails. Held monthly through October, it’s a relaxed way to settle into a St. Helena evening with good views, good flavors, and a little summer energy.
Happy Hour deals, with live music, a gorgeous outdoor bar, and a view on the vineyards - what's not to love?
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Stewart Cellars
August to September
“Friday Night Flights” are back at Stewart Cellars right in downtown Yountville! Each Friday, 5 pm - 7pm, (August & September) will hold live music, wines by the glass or special wine flights in our courtyard. No reservations needed. Open seating!
Featured artists:
9/4: Doug Houser
9/11: Jacob Benning
9/18:Doug Houser
9/25: Jacob Benning
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Napa Humane
September 1 - 30, 2026
Those 3,000 photos of your pet sleeping in slightly different positions? One of them could be calendar material. Napa Humane’s Pet Photo Contest runs through September, with dogs, cats and rabbits competing for a spot in the 2027 calendar, and the top vote-getter claiming the cover! Every entry and vote helps keep local pets healthy and in loving homes, so pick your favorite photo and enter here.
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Yountville Community Center
October 2nd
Your bell-bottoms have waited long enough. Yountville Arts is turning the Community Center Plaza into an outdoor disco on Friday, October 2, from 7:30 to 9 p.m., with DJ Geoffrey Leigh on the decks and Tammy Cruze teaching the hustle. Bring the family, add a little sparkle and reserve your free tickets. Rusty dance moves welcome!
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Napa Cellars
October 10th
Consider this your invitation to play tourist a few miles from home. Napa Cellars is celebrating harvest on Saturday, October 10, from noon to 3 p.m., and they’d love to see more local faces join the festivities. Round up a friend, book your spots and give those Saturday errands some competition.
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Brannan Center
Calistoga
Brannan Center is looking for someone who enjoys the behind-the-scenes work that keeps a busy venue moving. Their new full-time Marketing & Box Office Coordinator will help with everything from marketing to ticketing, making it a good fit for someone who’s comfortable with technology, highly organized and genuinely likes the little details.
Take a look at the full job description - applications are being reviewed as they come in.
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The Estate Yountville
Yountville
The Estate Yountville is hiring! There are several open roles, including Marketing Manager, Wellness Manager and Reservations Agent, along with other positions in front desk, housekeeping, food and beverage, spa and even engineering and project management!
If you love downtown Yountville, one of these might be for you! The Estate is also connected to Napa through Vine Transit, so it might be worth looking through the full list of open positions.
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Clos Pegase Winery
Calistoga
Clos Pegase Winery is looking for a full-time host to join its team in Calistoga!
The landmark winery celebrates wine, art and iconic architecture, while operating with a small but mighty team. The position offers hourly rate plus commission and benefits, with the chance to welcome guests, lead tastings, and represent the iconic winery. Here is the full job posting.
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Seniors Helping Seniors
Wine Country
Seniors Helping Seniors is looking for caregivers age 50+ to offer companionship and a little extra help to local seniors at home. Hours are flexible and no experience is needed - just patience, kindness and a willingness to lend a hand. See more details here.
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CareerPoint Napa
Harbor Freight
September 8 & 9, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Interview for sales associate roles at the new Napa store; applying beforehand is encouraged.
Lynn & Darla Supported Living
September 17, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Meet the team hiring direct support professionals.
Star Staffing
September 24, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Chat with recruiters about local openings and apply in person.
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Town of Yountville Community Foundation
Got a Great Idea for Yountville?
Whether it’s an event, a creative project or something that would make life in Yountville a little more fun, the Imagine Yountville Grant Program may be able to help make it happen. Grants range from $250 to $20,000, and you don’t need to be a nonprofit to apply.
Applications open September 17, so it’s time to dust off that “wouldn’t it be cool if…” idea!
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California PFL
Has an employee recently taken California Paid Family Leave? Businesses with 1 - 100 employees may qualify for grants of $1,000 or $2,000 per employee, depending on business size, to help cover cross-training, recruitment and temporary staffing costs. Check your eligibility and apply - because supporting your team shouldn’t mean carrying every extra cost alone.
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Napa Valley Transportation Authority
Need a ride to a doctor's appointment, the grocery store, or to run errands?
UpValley Link is helping eligible seniors and residents with disabilities in Yountville, St. Helena, and Calistoga get where they need to go by making rideshare transportation more affordable. Simply contribute up to $50 per month, and the program will match it dollar-for-dollar, giving you up to $100 each month toward rides. It's a simple way to stay connected and maintain your independence.
It's a convenient way to help seniors and residents with disabilities reach essential destinations outside the existing Vine Transit and VineGo Paratransit service areas.
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Remember - Yountville is the first and only town in the Napa Valley to allows people to drink in open containers directly in the street and sidewalk area.
Daily from 10 AM to 10 PM, guests can purchase alcoholic beverages from participating local businesses and enjoy them outdoors along designated areas of Washington Street, as long as drinks are served in a Town of Yountville-approved cup provided by the business.
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Here's the current lineup of participating businesses:
- Bottega
- Ciccio
- Handwritten
- Hill Family Estate
- Hope & Grace
- Jessup Cellars
- Mad Fritz
- North Block
- Pancha's
- Priest Ranch
- RH
- Silver Trident
- Stewart Cellars
- The Coop by Hoopes
- The Yount Room
- V Wine Cellars
- Estate Yountville (Villagio, Bar)
- Wine Country Connection
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Check out our latest Member to Member benefit list below. Remember to review the details, call ahead to confirm the availability of the discount, and have your membership card handy.
If you require additional membership cards (the Member to Member discount is available to all employees of your business) or if you wish to add an offer to the list, please contact andrea@yountville.com.
MEMBER TO MEMBER BENEFIT LIST
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