What Day is Thanksgiving, 2013?

Or, maybe more importantly to shoppers, when is Black Friday?

Dedication Today for New Section of Ridge Trail in Calistoga

Lower Oat Hill Mine Trail is 4.5 miles in Robert Louis Stevenson State Park.

Obsessed with Red Wine? See "Red Obsession" at Napa Valley Film Fest Kickoff Event

Free locals "Red Carpet" reception set for 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 at Yountville Communiy Center. Screening at 6 p.m., $10 or free to NVFF passholders.

Model Bakery Cookbook Hits Stores in Time for Holiday Crunch

Bakery has two outlets at Oxbow Public Market, St. Helena.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

10 Master, Advanced Sommelier Candidates Visit Napa Valley

10 sommeliers visit to prepare for advanced exams.

Strength of 1 Woman Lifts Nation in NV Film Fest Headliner

"Sewing Hope" one of major premieres at Napa Valley Film Festival, Nov. 13-17

Monday Best Day to Look for a Job

Monday may have some redeeming qualities after all.

Ciccio's Gets Thumbs Up From SF Critic

Michael Bauer of San Francisco Chronicle praises "fresh twiest" of Yountville eatery.

Oakland Raiders Founders' Family Winery To Expand Distribution to Asia, NorCal

McGah Family Cellars, which has vineyards in Rutherford, partners with 2 new wine brokers, including Napa-based Urban Wine Brokers.

New Art Exhibit Opens at The Queen

Exhibit raises awareness of people with disabilities.

French Laundry, The Restaurant at Meadowood Get 3 Stars in 2014 Michelin Guide

2 Napa Valley eateries are the only ones in the Bay Area to earn 3 stars in the newly released 2014 guidebook.

Tickets on Sale for "Shop With a Cop" Fundraiser Nov. 2

"Napa Shop With a Cop" is run by Napa Police Department's juvenile diversion program.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

Colin Farrell To Receive Special Tribute at Napa Valley Film Festival

Farrell, star of 'Saving Mr. Banks,' one of many actors and directors honored at festival Nov. 13-17.

Metallica Frontman to be Honored at Facebook's Little Kids Rock Fundraiser

This year's event will honor the late Chef Josef Desimone, former Google chef and a supporter of the music education fundraiser.

Hundreds of State Employees Remember Slain Napa State Hospital Worker Donna Gross

Workers throughout the state wear black in remembrance, continue fight for safer hospitals.

Major Gala for Breast Cancer Awareness Set for Monday in Downtown Napa

Judd's Hill Winery is co-sponsor with 1313 Main wine tasting lounge in Napa.

When Does Daylight Saving Time 2013 End?

It will soon be time to turn your clocks and "fall back" one hour as Daylight Saving Time ends.

Wines From 2013 Early Napa Valley Harvest 'Fabulous'

LA Times food blogger talks to vintners.

Coffin Races on Saturday Gaining Regional Attention

NBC News online story gives details of event 12 noon to 5 p.m. in downtown Napa.

THE Guide to Patch Tips and Tricks on Blogging

Maybe you just started your blog or perhaps you’re already an old pro. Either way, we’ve put together some tips *every* blogger should check out (trust us, they're helpful!):

The Best Blogs on Patch: Tom Clancy Tribute and Resume Tips

Patch’s weekly roundup of blogs from across the country.

Have Something to Say About Your Faith? We’re Looking for Bloggers!

Are you passionate about your faith? Whether you’re affiliated with a religious organization, house or worship or parochial school, serve as a religious leader in the community, or just feel spiritual, we want your voice on Patch!

The Best Blogs on Patch: Grandmothers, Guns and Scooping Poop

Patch’s weekly roundup of blogs from across the country.

5 Things for the Napa Valley’s New Parents to Know

Whether your new baby is royal or not, here are 5 things brand new mothers and fathers should know.

Duckling Born 26 Days After Mom Mallard Hit by Car in Napa

Napa Valley Weekend Events Oct. 5-7, 2012

What's happening around the valley this weekend? Here are some tips and you can find plenty more — and add your own yard sales, fundraisers and concerts —at napavalley.patch.com/events.

Starbucks Opens in Downtown Napa

The controversial downtown Starbucks opened its doors at 5 a.m. Thursday. Will you be stopping by for some coffee and perhaps a pastry? Wine and beer are not on the menu.

"Banned Books Week" Comes to Napa

Censorship is alive and well, as highlighted by Banned Books Week—and you might be surprised by who the most vocal challengers of books are. Plus, check out these videos of Napa County Library staff reading from banned books.

An Aye for an Aye on International Talk Like a Pirate Day 2012

Yo ho, yo ho—it’s a pirate’s day for you! Join Napa Valley winemakers Judd Finkelstein and Heidi Barrett, Napa Patch editor Louisa Hufstader and North Bay "pyrate" Capt. Whylee Raven on "arrrrr" favorite internet holiday.

How Much Do You Know About Napa?

Answer these questions about Napa news for a chance to win a Patch water bottle. But don't delay: The deadline is noon Friday, Sept. 7.

Thunderstorms Possible in Napa Today

Storms are approaching the coast from the south and some could be heading our way.

Napa Cook Competes for $10,000 Prize on Fox News Channel

Competitive cook Jamie Brown Miller has won gold at the Gilroy Garlic Contest, Napa County Fair and other cooking contests. Watch for her on the Fox News Channel between 4 and 7 Saturday morning as she competes for a $10,000 prize in New York City!

Verizon Wireless Set To Expand to LTE Coverage in Napa Valley on Thursday

Customers users will see a significant increase in data speeds.

Redwood Road Closed for Drilling Tuesday

Napa County Public Works advises us that the 4700 block of Redwood Road will be closed to all traffic from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday as a contractor drills test holes for slide repair work.

"Puzzle Challenge" Benefits Napa Library Literacy Programs

Challenge your brain, have fun and help boost literacy at the Napa City-County Library Saturday with crossword champ Dan Feyer and an all-day festival of puzzling.

A Napa Father's Letter to His Son

Last Father's Day, Napa dentist Dr. Adrian Fenderson shared this touching letter to his son. We publish it again today in honor of fathers everywhere.

Cat Rescued in Iran Finds Home with Napa Family

Found shot in the face and clinging to life on a Tehran street, a tabby named Maloos has been adopted by a family in Napa after a long journey of rehabilitation. By Bay City News Service.

Napa Baby Named Finalist in Gap Casting Call: Voting Ends Today

A little Napa girl named Rue could be the next face of Baby Gap. Voting is open through today via Facebook.