Molly’s Angels of Napa Valley, “Neighbors Helping Neighbors since 1999,” is seeking volunteer drivers and compassionate callers to support older adults in maintaining independence, safety and dignity. Volunteers can give as much or as little time as they choose, with a flexible system that allows them to select rides to appointments or weekly care calls […]
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Spring has sprung I can hardly believe what beautiful weather we’re having in March! As my biking friend, Dan May recently put it, “that’s why we live here!” It means more time for biking with Dan and friends Karen Zanetell and Sue Ingalls. It means more walking in town and running into pickleball buddies like […]
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OMG! It’s the third month of 2026 already, and I haven’t figured out what my resolutions will be, not that I would have kept them. February was my “dry month.” It’s the shortest month, but it’s nice to be among the civilized once more. I hope you had as much fun watching the Yountville Mardi […]
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Celebrating Mustard Season You don’t have to ride your bike or drive very far from home to see the many fields filled with mustard this time of year. Their bright yellow color warms your heart even on a gloomy day. To celebrate this beautiful season, the Napa Valley has honored the special plant with an […]
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If you, like me, have been reading stories with the “best of” lists, you’ve probably seen some experts’ lists of the best movies, best books, top news stories of 2025, etc. I decided to follow the trend and put together a list of highlights from the past year that make Yountville a great place to […]
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The holiday season has gotten off to an exciting start beginning with the tree lighting celebration several weeks ago. While the event has already been covered, I want to give a shout-out to Samantha Holland and her Yountville Parks and Recreation team for holding another successful holiday kick-off for the entire community. Kudos to Mayor […]
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Biking and Burgers I haven’t been out and about as much as usual in recent months because I’ve been dealing with sciatica. Luckily, I can still ride my bike, and it has been a godsend in order to maintain my exercise regimen. This turned out to be a particular blessing when my biking mentor and […]
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Yountville bops at the Bash
Yountvillians bopped the night away at the annual Residents Bash on Friday, Aug. 22, at the Yountville Community Center. This year’s 1950s-themed sock hop party encouraged a “Happy Days” vibe evident in the event décor and music, as well as the attire of attendees. Yountville’s Parks and Recreation Director Samantha Holland said that this event […]