Oh, hello August!
Can you believe how fast summer has flown by? Between popsicles, park days, and last-minute getaways, it feels like we blinked—and now back-to-school season is just around the corner. As the pace slows and routines return, we want to remind you that Napa Kids is here for it all!
We're two local moms who believe in building a community we're proud to raise our families in—one event, one story, and one connection at a time. Whether you're soaking up the last summer moments or gearing up for a fresh school year, we’ve got you covered with August family happenings, fun finds, and little things to make this fall special in the beautiful Napa Valley!
Upcoming Events You Won’t Want To Miss!
August 1st, 2nd and 3rd: Shakespeare Napa Valley and di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art are thrilled to present Shakespeare Summer Stroll: A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
August 2nd, 9am until supplies last: this month’s free Home Depot craft is Space Odyssey.
August 2nd, 11am - 5pm: Maker’s Market is hosting a Local Artist Fair. Shop, grab a bite to eat and listen to live bluegrass by Asher Stern.
August 4th: Join Mentis for guided mindful yoga, age 16-24.
August 5th: National Night Out in Napa and St Helena, let’s support our police community partnership.
August 7th: Join Mentis for a live self-defense class taught in both English and Spanish! For ages 16-24.
August 7th-10th: The Napa Town and Country Fair is back! 12 and under free on Aug. 12th.
August 13th: NVUSD is back to school! All parents can rejoice!
August 15th: Movies in the Park at Yountville Community Park: Despicable Me 4 (Rated PG).
August 16th, 5pm - 8pm: Earth Night at Connolly Ranch, a celebration of arts, music, movement, and nature!
August 17th, 2pm - 3pm: Shaenon Garrity, author of The Nefarious Nights of Willowweep Manor will be at Napa Bookmine.
August 17th, 4pm - 7pm: Napa Moms Summer Picnic at Napa Yard.
August 23rd, 11am - 2pm: Teens Connect x Mentis presents Youth Mental Health Festival. A free event for ages 12-19.
August 28th, 6pm - 10pm: Farm Fest at Carneros Resort and Spa, a family-friendly take on live music and summer BBQ, open to the public.
Looking for weekly events to add to your routine?
Mondays: Toy Library Open Play, Rola Wiggle Play
Tuesdays: Toy Library Open Play, Napa Farmers Market, Rola Wiggle Play, Sonoma Tuesday Night Market
Wednesdays: Toy Library Open Play, Napa Mom’s Playdates, Rola Wiggle Play, Teen Hangouts at Calistoga Library
Thursdays: Generations and Books: Read with Michal at the Napa Library, Rola Wiggle Play
Fridays: Napa Bookmine Storytime, St. Helena Farmers Market, Music at the Mansion
Saturdays: Napa Farmers Market
Sundays: Juniper Station Sunday Series
Did we mention we were featured in the Napa Valley Register?
We started Napa Kids as a passion project to share local events, connect families, and create community 💛 If you love what we’re building, consider making a small pledge on Substack to help us keep going!
Thanks for being here with us!
Your Back-to-School Survival Kit
What we have been loving for back to school!
We’re loving Quince for back-to-school! 🎒 Their backpacks and matching lunch boxes are made from recycled materials (yes, please ♻️), and the prices are seriously good. Don’t forget all the adorable back to school clothing as well! Save $20 on $100 when you refer a friend and offers for military members, first responders, nurses, or teachers.
We love STATE bags — they're seriously the it backpack. But let’s be real… we’re not about to splurge on something we know will be tossed on the blacktop and kicked around at recess 😅 That’s why we’re big fans of browsing the STATE Pre-Loved site. Same great style, gentler on your wallet and the planet. ♻️
With all the studies coming out about how harmful plastic can be, we’re doing our best to ditch it — though honestly, it’s way harder than it sounds! 😅
We decided to start small by swapping out our kids' lunchboxes. Enter WeeSprout — their stainless steel containers make packing healthy lunches easy and our kids can actually open them on their own 🙌 A win for us and the planet. 🌎 Use WELCOME10 for 10% off your first order.
We’re mad about books — especially the ones that make bedtime feel special 📚✨
Here are some of our favorite places to find inspiring reads for kids, including a few that help ease those back-to-school jitters:
Support your local bookstore at bookshop.org, your favorite bookstore will receive the full profit from your Bookshop.org purchases! Our favorites are Napa Bookmine and Wild Plum Books!
After School Enrichment Programs
Last but not least, looking for ways to keep your kids engaged after the school day ends? We’ve put together a guide to local after school programs all in one place at Napa Kids.
The Napa Valley Education Foundation is a hidden gem or maybe it’s always been right under our nose! Did you know they offer musical instrument rentals for students, including free rentals for those who qualify? From strings to winds, it’s a wonderful resource for budding musicians in our community.
We hope your family enjoys every last bit of summer, and that Napa Kids brings a little ease (and maybe a little fun!) to the fall routine.
Thank you, as always, for being part of our growing community. 💛
