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Youth & Adult Learning Opportunities

Join us for Discovery and Learning!

The Napa Valley Education Foundation’s Discovery Campus invites students to unlock their creativity, explore new skills, and connect with their community. Designed to inspire innovation and learning, our courses provide real-world experiences that prepare students for both academic and personal success. With scholarships and flexible payment options, every family has the opportunity to participate.

This catalog reflects our vision for the Discovery Campus as a hub of community learning. We cannot do this alone. With partners like Nimbus Arts, a leader in arts education, and the Otterbots Robotics Team, we are bringing new opportunities in the arts and STEM to Napa. Inside, you’ll find courses led by teachers, artists, and innovators who share their expertise to inspire students and strengthen our community.  

About Napa Valley Education Foundation
At NVEF, we believe everyone deserves an education that sparks curiosity and unlocks possibility. So we invest in learning that extends beyond the classroom, through the arts, wellness, career readiness, and hands-on experiences, to make learning relevant and fulfilling for young people. Because when we prioritize education, we nurture confident, capable members of our community. 

Support brighter futures for Napa County youth! Learn more at www.nvef.org/give.

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Arts & Crafts

Ro Sham Bo: Toddler Studio Time!

Instructor(s): Kari Martin AKA Kare Bear
1st & 3rd Mondays, Begins October 20 (ongoing)
 | 10am – 11:30am
Age(s): 2 – 5
Arts & Crafts

Ro Sham Bo: Toddler Studio Time!

Instructor(s): Kari Martin AKA Kare Bear
3rd Saturdays, Begins January 17 (ongoing)
 | 10am - 11:30am
Age(s): 2-5
Performing Arts

Open Mic Night

Instructor(s): Aisha Rivera
Last Friday of the Month
 | 6pm - 7:30pm
Age(s): 16+
Music

A Cappella Summer Camp

Instructor(s): Dave Ruane
June 8 -June 18
 | 9 am-12:30 pm
Grade(s): 9th-12th
Arts & Crafts

Life Size Levels Camp

Instructor(s): Max Harper
June 15 - June 18
 | 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Grade(s): 2nd-8th
Music

Elementary Band Summer Camp

Instructor(s): Wendy Scott, Bill Gantt
Monday - Thursday: June 15 - June 25
 | 9 am - 11 am
Grade(s): 4th-5th
Music

Middle Band Summer Camp

Instructor(s): Wendy Scott, Bill Gantt
Monday - Thursday: June 15 - June 25
 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Grade(s): 6th-8th
Makers

Robotics Summer Camp – Orbit Odyssey

Instructor(s): Otterbots
Tuesday - Thursday: June 16 - June 18
 | 12 pm - 5 pm
Grade(s): 5th-8th
Culinary

Lebanese Cooking and Culture

Instructor(s): Rhiana Moussa Fortelny
June 16, 17 & 18
 | 6 pm - 8 pm
Age(s): 18+
Makers

Lego Robotics Camp

Instructor(s): Sammy Jimenez
June 22- June 26
 | 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Grade(s): 2nd- 5th
Arts & Crafts

Paper Puppet Show and Animation Camp

Instructor(s): Max Harper
June 22 - June 26
 | 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Grade(s): 2nd-8th
Wellness

Keeping It Happy Below the Belt: Vaginal Health Pre and Post Menopause

Instructor(s): Dr. Rebecca Levy-Gantt
June 23
 | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Age(s): 18+
Arts & Crafts

Discovering The Self through D&D Character Design: High School School

Instructor(s): Mentis Staff
June 23- 28
 | 2:00- 3:30pm
Age(s): 14-17
Arts & Crafts

Discovering The Self through D&D Character Design: Middle School

Instructor(s): Mentis Staff
June 24- 29
 | 2- 3:30pm
Age(s): 11-13
Wellness

Eight Dimensions of Well-being

Instructor(s): Mentis Staff
Thursdays June 25- July 30
 | 2:00-3:00 pm
Age(s): 14-17
Wellness

Young Adults Hangout

Instructor(s): Mentis Staff
June 25
 | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Age(s): 19-24
Arts & Crafts

ACOTAR Paint & Snack FREE

Instructor(s): Ms. Sunny
Saturday, June 27
 | 6 pm - 8 pm
Age(s): 18+
Music

4th Grade Strings Summer Camp

Instructor(s): Cody Alves
Monday - Thursday: June 29 - July 9
 | 9 am - 11 am
Grade(s): 4th
Music

Middle Strings Summer Camp

Instructor(s): Cody Alves
Monday - Thursday: June 29 - July 9
 | 2:15 pm - 4:15 pm
Grade(s): 6th-8th
Music

5th Grade Summer Strings Camp

Instructor(s): Cody Alves
Monday - Thursday: June 29 - July 9
 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Grade(s): 5th
Wellness

Middle School Mingles

Instructor(s): Mentis Staff
July 1
 | 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Age(s): 11-13
Performing Arts

Middle School Drama Camp

Instructor(s): Emily Profitt
Monday - Friday: July 6 - July 24
 | 1pm - 5pm
Grade(s): 6th-8th
Culinary

Culinary Career Connection Session 1

Instructor(s): Cinde Cromwell & Yarely Chavez
Monday - Wednesday: July 6 - July 15
 | 10 am-2 pm
Grade(s): 9th-12th
Arts & Crafts

Storybook Art Camp

Instructor(s): Aimee Reed-Heidenreich
July 6- July 10
 | 1 pm-4 pm
Grade(s): 1st-5th
Arts & Crafts

Intro to Watercolor

Instructor(s): Erin Gennow
July 7, 14, 21 & 28
 | 6 pm - 8 pm
Age(s): 18+
Culinary

Culinary Career Connection Session 2

Instructor(s): Cinde Cromwell & Yarely Chavez
Wednesday - Friday: July 8 - July 17
 | 10 am-2 pm
Grade(s): 9th-12th
Wellness

Young Adults Hangout

Instructor(s): Mentis Staff
July 9
 | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Age(s): 19-24
Arts & Crafts

Mixed Media Art Camp

Instructor(s): Chris Thorson
July 13- Jul 17
 | 9 am-12 pm
Grade(s): 1st-5th
Arts & Crafts

Mixed Media Summer Camp

Instructor(s): Chris Thorson
July 13 - Jul 24
 | 1 pm- 4 pm
Grade(s): 6th-12th
Arts & Crafts

Elementary Acrylic Painting Art Camp

Instructor(s): Chris Thorson
July 20- July 24
 | 9 am-12 pm
Grade(s): 1st-5th
Music

Mariachi Summer Camp

Instructor(s): Luis Perez
July 20- July 31
 | 9 am-12 pm
Grade(s): 6th-12th
Music

Elementary Choir

Instructor(s): Angela D'Angelo
Monday - Thursday: July 20 - July 30
 | 12:30 pm - 2 pm
Grade(s): 2nd-5th
Music

Middle Choir

Instructor(s): Angela D'Angelo
Monday - Thursday: July 20 - July 30
 | 2:30 pm - 4 pm
Grade(s): 6th-8th
Culinary

Culinary Career Connection Session 3

Instructor(s): Cinde Cromwell & Yarely Chavez
Monday - Wednesday: July 20 - July 29
 | 10 am-2 pm
Grade(s): 9th-12th
Culinary

Culinary Career Connection Session 4

Instructor(s): Cinde Cromwell & Yarely Chavez
Wednesday - Friday: July 22 - July 31
 | 10 am-2 pm
Grade(s): 9th-12th
Wellness

Young Adults Hangout

Instructor(s): Mentis Staff
July 23
 | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Age(s): 19-24
Culinary

Chocolate, Cheese & Cheers: A Summer Pairing Experience

Instructor(s): Christina Jenkins
July 25
 | 2:00- 4:00 pm
Age(s): 21+
Wellness

Middle School Mingles

Instructor(s): Mentis Staff
July 15
 | 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Age(s): 11-13
Discovery Week

Camp Discovery: Adventure, Week 1

July 27- July 31
 | 8 am - 5 pm
Grade(s): K-5th
Makers

Robotics Summer Camp – Mountain Mayhem

Instructor(s): Otterbots
Tuesday - Thursday: July 28 - July 30
 | 12 pm - 5 pm
Grade(s): 5th-8th
Wellness

Middle School Mingles

Instructor(s): Mentis Staff
July 29
 | 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Age(s): 11-13
Discovery Week

Camp Discovery: Dinosaurs, Week 2

August 3- August 7
 | 8 am - 5 pm
Grade(s): K-5th
Arts & Crafts

Watercolor: Intermediate

Instructor(s): Erin Gennow
Tuesdays: Aug 8, 11, 18 & 25
 | 6 pm - 8 pm
Age(s): 18+
Wellness

Staying in Control: Bladder Health in Midlife and Beyond

Instructor(s): Dr. Rebecca Levy-Gantt
August 5, 2026
 | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Age(s): 18+
Movement

Foundations of Poi Flow

Instructor(s): Jessica Musgrove-Ortiz
August 6
 | 5-7pm
Age(s): 15+
Makers

Otterbots: FIRST Robotics Team

Instructor(s): NVEF Robotics Team
Season Begins January 2027
 | TBD
Grade(s): Middle School, High School

Get Connected and Support Our Work!

Become an Instructor

We’re seeking instructors, artists, and leaders to share expertise in arts, music, STEM, culinary, wellness, trades, and more. www.nvef.org/instruct

Donate or Become a Partner

We are leading the way—bringing creativity, career exploration, wellness, and opportunity to kids across Napa County. And now, with the opening of our new campus, we have the chance to dream even bigger. But we can’t do it alone. www.nvef.org/give

Volunteer

Share your expertise and connect with our community. Become a volunteer and support the dreams of the next generation! 

Complete your volunteer application here:
www.nvef.org/volunteer

 

Venue & Hotel Accomodations

Silverado Resort & Spa

Make things easy and stay at the venue! Wellness Conference attendees can enjoy a special, discounted rate at one of Napa Valley’s premier hotels the Napa Valley Resort & Spa. Silverado features golf, tennis, a luxury spa, and some of Napa Valley’s finest cuisine.  Book your rooms today!
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