News Briefs for the AC – September 25, 2025
Fall Spotlight
Catch the first performance of the talented American Canyon High School choir students, at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the ACHS theater. Among those performing will be the acclaimed PDA a capella group, under the direction of choir master Jamie Butler.
The 4-H Pumpkin Sale
The American Canyon 4-H will hold its pumpkin sale on Saturday, Oct. 4, and Sunday, Oct. 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until sold out at 2 Eucalyptus Drive. All proceeds will go to 4-H projects.
Soroptimists team up with NEWS
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Soroptimist of American Canyon is partnering with NEWS, which provides support services in Napa County, to help raise awareness about domestic violence, sexual assault and trafficking.
Soroptimist of American Canyon is launching two projects in October. One is for businesses to display signs showing that they support survivors and stand against violence. The second invites community members to participate by displaying a lawn sign in front of their homes to help bring attention to this important issue.
Free workshop for immigrants and employers
Employers across Napa Valley are invited to join Congressman Mike Thompson and Napa Valley Together for a free workshop focused on immigration, workforce stability and resources to support employees.
The session will include the latest updates on immigration and what they mean for local businesses, guidance on employer protocols related to ICE and federal presence policies and strategies for protecting and supporting immigrant employees in the workplace.
Participants will also learn about resources available through local nonprofits to assist employees and their families. The event will close with a Q&A session featuring local immigration experts.
This workshop is designed for business owners, HR managers, supervisors and others responsible for workforce well-being in Napa County.
The event takes place on Sept. 26, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Yountville Community Center (formerly Yountville Elementary School Multi-Purpose Room), at 6554 Yount St., Yountville.
The event is co-hosted by Napa Valley Together, Congressman Mike Thompson, Napa Valley Community Foundation, Immigration Institute of the Bay Area, On the Move, Puertas Abiertas and UpValley Family Centers. RSVP here.
Discovery Campus Open House
The Napa Valley Education Foundation (NVEF) is hosting an open house at its new Discovery Campus, on Sunday, Sept. 28 from noon to 3 p.m.
The reimagined creative learning hub on the banks of the Napa River, originally home to the Oxbow School, was given to NVEF to become a center for Napa County students to explore the arts, wellness, careers and to offer an interdisciplinary approach to learning that integrates science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
Bring the family for an afternoon of creativity and discovery in the new Art Studio, Music Studio and Maker Studio. The celebration will feature hands-on activities designed for kids and adults alike, including guided activities, musical performances, food trucks, raffle prizes, face painting and chalk art.
Bringing the Discovery Campus to its full potential will take community support. NVEF has launched a Discovery Fund to support everything from art supplies to facility maintenance and upgrades to shape the next chapter of learning in Napa. To support the NVEF, visit nvef.org/give.
For more information on the Napa Valley Education Foundation, visit nvef.org. For more information on NVEF’s Fall 2025 Programs, please visit nvef.org/discovery.
A Rapper in Napa
The Napa Valley Writer’s will host rapper and poet “Excalibur” David Camper in a special presentation on the interconnectedness of rap and poetry on Saturday, Oct. 11, from10 a.m. to noon at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 1625 Salvador Ave., Napa.
Camper is a well-known artist who delivers a wide range of messages in his art. He performs and organizes live events throughout the Bay Area and is the poet laureate of Suisun City. The presentation will include the exploration of writing techniques to enhance the rap style of poetry.
Tickets at the door are $10 for non-members, $5 for members and free for students. For more information, visit https://napavalleywriters.org or call Yvonne Baginski, 707-694-5486.
Public invited to observe Nov. 4 election
The Napa County Election Division is welcoming anyone interested in the democratic process to observe every stage of the Nov. 4 Special Statewide Election.
Observations begin Monday, Sept. 29, at 10 a.m. with a logic and accuracy test of the county’s ballot tabulation equipment at the election office, 1125 3rd St., Napa (Hall of Justice).
“Our goal is transparency,” said Registrar of Voters John Tuteur. “Observers help protect the integrity of our elections and gain a first-hand look at democracy in action.”
There are several opportunities to watch the process in real time:
Sept. 29: Logic and accuracy testing of voting equipment
Oct. 17: Processing of vote-by-mail ballots begins
Oct. 26: Counting of ballots starts and continues through Election Day
Nov. 4: Results from early vote-by-mail ballots released shortly after 8 p.m.
Observers are also welcome at vote centers in American Canyon, Napa and St. Helena, beginning Oct. 25, with extended hours through Election Day.
All ballot processing and counting will take place at the county’s central election office.
The random draw for the 1% manual tally will occur at 8 p.m. on Election Day, with the manual tally beginning Nov. 21 and continuing until results are certified within 30 days.
A 24-hour notice is requested so staff can assist observers. This is your chance to see how local elections are run and ensure transparency in every vote. To observe, call 707-253-4322 or email elections@countyofnapa.org
