The real take on the Napa life - news, gossip, and the stuff you actually care about.
Monday Town Notes
Feb 16, 2026
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5 min read
Banks + USPS closed today. March 1 road closures. La Onda lineup. IHSS caregiver shoutout.
Friday Game Plan
Feb 13, 2026
4 min read
Scavenger hunt date night, a cozy Vintage Sweet demo, plus Girl Scouts and a rare “Zen with kids” reset.
Feb 9, 2026
6 min read
My quick market read, the Crescent demo update, plus downtown musical chairs (Rancho Gordo + Naysayer).
Feb 6, 2026
5 places Napa watches the game, a legit blues show Saturday, and a date night idea that isn’t another prix fixe.
Feb 2, 2026
Coastal flood window Monday, First St. Phase II details, and a commuter note.
Jan 30, 2026
Coastal flood advisory through Sunday, plus a few easy weekend plans.
Jan 26, 2026
7 min read
Plus a wine reality check and downtown doing musical chairs.
Jan 23, 2026
A fence-line thriller, a free light walk, and a surprisingly wholesome Sunday at Copia.
Jan 19, 2026
Wine
Jan 1, 2026
Locals roast it. Tourists book it. Here's why both sides are kind of right.
Top 10 Lists
Dec 31, 2025
14 min read
Where to find the real deals (yes, they exist) in wine country
Dec 30, 2025
8 min read
Why Napa Only Has One Cheap Gym (and What That Means For Your Workout)