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Festivals & Events
The seasons come to life with festivals, celebrations and events!
July 2008
July 26, 2008
1–5pm
Gallery 1870 celebrates their 14th Anniversary .
Gallery 1870, well known for their fine art with an emphasis on Napa Valley scenes will be celebrating their 14th anniversary with an artistic flair. The public is invited to meet some of the local artists whose work is displayed in the gallery including Deborah Crone, Patrick O'Rourke and miniature artist Kay Geis to name a few. Enjoy artist’s demonstrations, refreshments, drawings and more. For more information please visit www.gallery1870.com or call (707) 944-9670 or 1-(800) 322-1870.
July 26, 2008
2–5pm
Tay & Grace celebrates their 4th Anniversary .
Tay & Grace will be celebrating their 4th year offering stylish, fun, unique clothing for women. Not only will you be able to partake in the wine, champagne, food, and champagne being offered but you can enjoy sitting with a psychic and learning your future or relaxing while a massage therapist kneads those tight muscles.
August 2008
August 2008
Music in the Vineyards
This August, Music in the Vineyards will host their 14th Annual Chamber Music Festival. Music in the Vineyards brings together nationally recognized musicians in unique winery settings where both performers and audiences experience chamber music as it was meant to be performed. These twilight concerts with fine wine, witty commentary and conversation with the musicians have become a Napa Valley tradition. For tickets or more information on the 2007 Festival Schedule, please visit: www.musicinthevineyards.org or call 707-258-5559.
Aug. 29-30, 2008
Gallery 1870 hosts a show for Leon Roulette.
Gallery 1870 will be hosting a show for Leon Roulette. Roulette is renowned for his Plein Air style. His Tuscan landscapes, mesmerizing florals, and warm color palette, captures the essence of romantic indulgence. Roulettes work is reminiscent of the romantic landscape painters of the 18th and 19th Century. Gallery 1870 will feature more Leon Roulette originals than ever and is excited to present his collection. Come meet artist Leon Roulette and uncover the mystic intimacy of his paintings. Refreshments will be served Saturday, August 30th. For times and more information please visit www.gallery1870.com or call (707) 944-9670 or 1-(800) 322-1870.
September 2008
Sep. 20-21, 2008
Gallery 1870 hosts a show for Patrick O’Rourke
Gallery 1870 will host the local romantic realist artist Patrick O’Rourke. Patrick uses acrylic to portray the distinct colors of the land from the early morning mist on the vines in springtime, to the golden leaves of harvest. Patrick is one Gallery 1870’s most versatile artists from landscapes, to still-lifes, airbrushed perfection to textured 3-dimensional masterpieces. Come celebrate the work of Patrick O’Rourke, and be the first to see Patrick’s newest originals. Refreshments will be served Saturday, September 20th. For times and more information please visit www.gallery1870.com or call (707) 944-9670 or 1-(800) 322-1870.
October 2008
Oct. 4-5, 2008
Gallery 1870 hosts a homecoming show for Eric Christensen
Gallery 1870 will host a homecoming show for the renowned watercolor artist Eric Christensen. Christensen is self-taught and is acknowledged as one of the top wine artists in the Country. His pursuit of perfection is revealed in the reflective glass that begs to be enveloped by the viewer’s hand. Unique to Christensen is his ability to paint hyperreal paintings using standard watercolors. Please join Gallery 1870 as they unveil a new original watercolor by Eric Christensen and celebrate his homecoming. Refreshments will be served Saturday, October 4th. For times and more information please visit www.gallery1870.com or call (707) 944-9670 or 1-(800) 322-1870.
November 2008
Nov. 28, 2008
19th Annual Festival of Lights
Yountville's annual holiday faire features food, wine and entertainment town-wide. Enjoy visits with Santa Claus, carolers and horse-drawn carriage rides. In the evening, Yountville is set aglow with thousands of twinkling lights adorning trees and shops along Washington Street. V Marketplace will be open until 8pm for holiday shopping. For information call the Yountville Chamber of Commerce, (707) 944-0904.
Nov. 29 & 30, 2008
12pm - 4pm
Santa Claus is coming to V Marketplace
V Marketplace in partnership with local nonprofit organizations will be hosting Pictures with Santa. All proceeds will benefit those organizations. Please come down and tell Santa what you want in your stocking. All, including our 4 legged friends are welcome.
March 2009
March 21, 2009
11am - 5pm
Taste of Yountville
With more gourmet restaurants and premium wineries than any other town of comparable size, Yountville flaunts its "gourmet roots" for this 15th Annual Napa Valley Mustard Festival Event! This "all Yountville" showcase will feature traditional samplings of gourmet restaurant fare, olive oils, vinegars, mustards, fine wines, and micro-brews. For more information call the Yountville Chamber of Commerce at (707) 944-0904.
June 2009
June 21, 2009
11am – 4pm V Marketplace Father's Day Invitational Auto Show
V Marketplace celebrates the "art of the driving machine," from the national champions to the local favorites, to the one-of-a-kind collector curiosities. Packard, Pierce Arrow, Ford, Ferrari, M.G., Mercedes Benz and more, top a list of more than 100 early and late model autos spanning some 90 years of production! For information call V Marketplace, (707) 944-2451.
