Endurance Runner Is New U.S. Citizen

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2019 | sthelenastar.com | Published in the Heart of Napa Valley Since 1874 Family seeks help with vet bill after dog hit by car Callie, a 4-year-old German was for $13,200, which doesn’t Vet bill is $13,200; short-haired pointer, is expected include the weekly checkups and Callie’s family asking to recover, having undergone physical therapy she will need to one surgery to repair the inter- recover. drivers to slow down nal damage and another surgery “It’s been an amazing re- to ﬁ x her broken leg. She came sponse,” said Autumn Anderson, JESSE DUARTE home on Saturday, six days after her owner. “I never expected we [email protected] her injury. would have this much help. The A St. Helena family is asking As of Wednesday morning, online German short-haired drivers to slow down and seeking a GoFundMe campaign called pointer community has rallied SUBMITTED PHOTO help with vet bills of more than “Help Callie the Dog, Hit and around her.” Callie, a 4-year-old German short-haired pointer, suff ered major injuries after $13,000 after their dog was se- Run Victim” had raised $6,043 being hit by a driver who left the scene. riously injured in a hit-and-run. to pay her vet bills. The ﬁ rst bill Please see DOG, Page A2 Public to Endurance runner vote on open space, not is new U.S. citizen on cannabis

After decades without papers, St. Helena’s BARRY EBERLING [email protected] Juan Sanchez no longer has to hide For two weeks last month, Napa County voters would have JESSE DUARTE had two ballot measures, J and K, [email protected] to consider for the March 3 pri- Even if you’ve never met Juan mary election. Measure J would Sanchez, you’ve probably seen have been a commercial canna- him running shirtless on the side bis citizens’ initiative; Measure of the road or read about his ex- K is the proposed quarter-cent ploits in one of the world’s most sales tax to support parks and extreme footraces. open space operated by the Napa But never before has he gone County Regional Park and Open public with the secret that drove Space District. his almost fanatical devotion to But, in a surprise move, Mea- endurance running. Until a few sure J proponents are pulling years ago, he was an illegal im- it from the ballot in what they migrant. called “a show of good faith” to Behind his laid-back de- the Napa County Board of Su- meanor, the fear that he could pervisors. be deported at any time gnawed On Aug. 28, Measure J backer at him constantly. Eric Sklar said he thinks the leg- “The only time I felt free was islative process results in better when I was running,” he said. laws. He expressed optimism the Sanchez fi nally got his green Board of Supervisors will work card in 2015 and, after years on a commercial cannabis law of paperwork and background for the unincorporated county. checks in the U.S. and Mexico, Sklar made that off er in person became a U.S. citizen on Aug. 24. at the Aug. 27 Board of Supervi- “Now I can look people in the sors meeting. He told supervisors eye and say I’m free. I don’t have if they agreed to make a good- anything to hide,” Sanchez said. faith eff ort to craft a cannabis Born in Mexico City, Sanchez cultivation law, he would pull came to the Napa Valley in the Measure J from the ballot that early 1990s to pick grapes and very day. pursue a better life free of the “We think it complicates it poverty and crime of his home- to have an ordinance and ballot land. Yet his newfound opportu- measure sitting there at the same nities came at a price. time,” Sklar said. “Once you cross the border you The Board of Supervisors voted don’t feel free anymore,” Sanchez on Aug. 20 to place the citizens’ said. “You always live with that initiative to legalize and regulate fear (of being deported).” commercial cannabis cultivation He made St. Helena his home on the March 3 ballot. and worked 16-hour days – gar- But Sklar received a mixed re- dening in the mornings for $7 an sponse from supervisors about hour and washing dishes at night the urgency of working on a for $4.50 an hour. (California’s commercial cannabis law. Im- minimum wage didn’t reach $5 mediately after the meeting, until 1997.) Sklar said that supervisors were At fi rst he lived in a crowded “kicking the can” down the road basement with people who and he didn’t plan to withdraw drank, smoked and did drugs. SUBMITTED PHOTOS the initiative. The clean-living Sanchez hated ABOVE: St. Helena natives Shari Costanzo and Juan Sanchez pose with their medals after fi nishing the 2019 Napa A few hours later, Measure J Valley Marathon. Constanzo fi nished fi rst in her age class with a time of 3:11:50. Sanchez fi nished in 3:18:52. Please see CITIZEN, Page A6 TOP: Juan and Katie Sanchez celebrate Juan obtaining his U.S. citizenship on Aug. 24. Please see VOTE, Page A3

Brown’s Auto Parts celebrates 73 years downtown

JESSE DUARTE customer relations,” said owner machines and tractors to clients [email protected] Dan Beltrami. “Even though we with names like Mondavi and Brown’s Auto Parts has been don’t do automotive repair per Martini. Those connections with around since 1946 and just like se, we’re always willing to go a growing wine industry proba- the classic cars of that era, it’s put in a light bulb or a battery or bly enabled Brown’s to outlast taken on a certain mystique – an wipers – help customers get on the three other auto parts stores enduring reminder of the days the road as soon as we can.” Upvalley, Dan Beltrami said. when St. Helena’s Main Street Brown’s was established in Brown and his wife Flora had was all about locals. 1946 by Beltrami’s maternal three daughters: Barbara, Norma At the suggestion of Mayor grandfather, Joseph M. Brown. and Kay. The store was passed Geoff Ellsworth, Brown’s held He worked at Mare Island during down to Norma’s husband, Felix a birthday bash on Saturday. the war and then drove a beer Beltrami, while Norma handled Fittingly for an auto parts store truck before buying the Brown’s the books. Felix’s son Dan bought with a long history and a loyal building, which at the time out his father in 2008. JESSE DUARTE, STAR customer base, the party turned housed a very small machine Dan remembers his high Dan Beltrami, owner of Brown’s Auto Parts, is restoring this 1954 Oldsmobile into a classic car show. shop/auto parts store. Rocket, the same car he learned to drive while back in high school. Brown’s is “We try to be very good at Brown sold parts for wind Please see BROWN’S, Page A7 celebrating its 73rd birthday.

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“I never expected we would have this ‘This is a stinker’ much help.” Commission reluctantly “This is a stinker,” said Com- Autumn Anderson, missioner Daniel Hale. Callie’s owner OKs restroom design Commissioners also derided it as “pretty ugly” (Autumn An- JESSE DUARTE derson), “a big outhouse” (Bobbi Dog [email protected] Monnette), “a shoebox with a lid” From A1 With great reluctance, the St. (John Ponte), “plain jane” (Ponte Helena Planning Commission again) and “plain john” (Hale). Callie was hit by a car on North has endorsed the design of a new “But at this point I’d rather have Crane Avenue on the night of “smart toilet” near Money Way – a shoebox with a lid than nothing Aug. 25. A neighbor found her but not without withering criti- at all,” Ponte said. lying on the side of the road in cism. Acknowledging that the city extreme pain. She was rushed to The City Council agreed in has gone through a long process to EXELOO a veterinary emergency room in August to buy a modular Exeloo get this far, the commission voted The design of this Exeloo Jupiter Platinum Twin Toilet received strong criticism Santa Rosa and diagnosed with a Jupiter Platinum Twin Toilet for 3-1 to approve design review, with from St. Helena planning commissioners, who reluctantly approved it. broken leg and major internal in- $183,600. After years of trying the recommendation that it be juries. Judging from the extent of to design a stick-built structure, painted rather than “wrapped.” the best we can do?” painted according to whatever Callie’s injuries, her vet suspects bids came in at $500,000 and Hale cast the only dissenting Public Works Director Erica color palette the city chooses the car was going faster than the more, so the council agreed that vote, noting that other public re- Ahmann Smithies said the pho- during its streetscape design pro- posted 25 mph speed limit. The the talking, self-cleaning Exeloo strooms have opened recently, in- tos of the Exeloo received positive cess. Commissioners also said local impact was violent enough to would be more economical. cluding new ones at the St. Helena feedback during public workshops artists or kids could participate. push Callie’s stomach, spleen Asked Tuesday to consider de- Chamber of Commerce and refur- on the downtown streetscape. The The Exeloo will be installed in and liver through her diaphragm sign review for the Exeloo, plan- bished restrooms at Lyman Park. Exeloos in downtown Napa have the city parking lot near Money and into her chest cavity, caus- ning commissioners didn’t sugar- “Number one, is it necessary?” also won praise. Way. It will not eliminate any ing one of her lungs to collapse. coat their opinions. Hale asked. “Number two, is this Ponte said the building can be parking spaces. Anderson hopes drivers get the message to slow down and, of course, stop to help if they hit an animal. The St. Helena Police Fiesta en el Molino Bale on Sept. 14 Swirling dancers and Department set up a radar speed exquisite costumes sign on North Crane on Tuesday The Napa Open Space District chase. were the highlight morning. is hosting the second annual cel- Due to limited onsite parking, at the Celebration of “I don’t know if it’ll help, but ebration of Mexican Indepen- shuttle service will be provided Life festival held in it at least makes a statement,” dence Day and the Latino heri- free of charge from nearby Bothe- January 2018 at the Anderson said. tage surrounding the Bale Grist Napa Valley State Park starting at St. Helena Catholic A social media post about Mill State Historic Park. The Fi- 11:45 a.m. School. The Ballet the accident prompted other esta en el Molino Bale event will Bothe-Napa Valley State Park Folklorico will perform St. Helenans to complain about take place from noon to 5 p.m. and Bale Grist Mill State Historic on Saturday, Sept. 14 speeding on their own streets. Saturday, Sept. 14. Parks are operated by the Napa at a celebration at the “It happens all over town,” An- This free event will offer ran- Open Space District under an Bale Grist Mill. derson said. “I think a lot of it is cho and mariachi music, bilin- operating agreement with Cal- STAR FILE PHOTO frustration from people trying to gual mill tours, ballet folklórico ifornia Department of Park and shortcut traffic on Main Street.” dance performances, community Recreation. The Bale Grist Mill milling demonstrations on week- ther park or additional services, You can keep track of Callie’s booths, activities and games. is a registered State Historic Park ends year-round. call 707-942-4575 or email info@ recover on her Instagram page: Food will be available for pur- and offers interpretive tours and For more information on ei- napavalleystateparks.org. calliemaximilianagsp.

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M 1 ST. HELENA STAR NEWS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2019 | A3 Celebrating New clothing store geared toward locals Diamond Creek JESSE DUARTE [email protected] Vineyards’ Tiffany Montelli doesn’t think locals should have to break the Boots Brounstein bank to buy a dress on Main Street. That’s why she opened Tiffa- A public “Celebration of ny’s Closet at 1080 Main St. Suite Boots’ Life,” remembering Boots C, in the former location of Com- Brounstein, the co-founder of puter Engineering Group, right Calistoga’s Di- next to the Sulphur Creek bridge. amond Creek The store sells contemporary Vineyards will be clothing for women and children. at 4-6:30 p.m. Montelli, a mother of two who’s Tuesday, Sept. lived Upvalley since 2009, said 17, at Copia, 500 the store is specifically geared First St. in Napa. toward locals, with a moderate Brounstein passed price point of less than $100. away at age 92 on Brounstein “I’ve worked at Pearl and at July 31, 2019. Allison, so I know how awesome She and her late husband, Al, those stores are,” Montelli said. married and bought the property “But those are your specialty, that would become Diamond date-night, going-out kind of Creek Vineyards in 1967. The outfits. I wanted to sell your ev- business was established a year eryday staples. … I wanted to later. Brounstein was born Feb. 25, bring in some good quality brands 1927 in Oakland and was raised in that are affordable.” JESSE DUARTE, STAR Los Angeles, where she met Al on “It’s very kid-friendly,” she Tiffany Montelli inside her new store, Tiffany’s Closet. a blind date in the mid-1960s. Al added. “We have a TV so the Brounstein died in 2006. kids can literally Netflix and chill handbags by local designer Ra- an online store at tiffanys-clos- “You can tell me ‘bring me this, Brounstein is survived by her while mom’s trying on clothes.” chel Davies. et-napa-valley.myshopify.com. this and this to try on,’” Montelli sons Phil and Chuck Ross, their Inventory is still growing. On Tiffany’s Closet had a soft With all her merchandise avail- said. “Or we can meet at school wives Susan Kopperman Ross Monday, stock included Hatley opening on Sunday night and is able online, Montelli said she’s drop-off and you can pay for a and Susan Black Ross, her sis- children’s raincoats that change now open seven days a week from happy to make house calls to deliver dress there. I want to be 100% ters Renee and Janice, and seven colors when wet and Stellareese 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Montelli also has clothes to local moms on the go. catering to locals.” grandchildren.

erated controversy in some $9 million annually. could allow the district to tunately. Therefore we have funding measures failed to Vote quarters, with skeptics say- “We have a lot of land preserve 20,000 acres — 31 no choice but to oppose and pass, Brauning said. From A1 ing cannabis grows have a saved in the valley,” Super- square miles — over 15 years. ﬁght this new tax,” he said. “Are you sure you want skunk-like odor at times, visor Brad Wagenknecht “It’s for the voters to de- The taxpayers group op- to go to the polls again?” he proponents had arrived at can be incompatible with said. “But we don’t have a cide if they want to further poses the right of the dis- asked supervisors. a different decision. Sklar pesticide uses on nearby lot of land that has public the mission of the Open trict to sell bonds, does not Open Space District said he is optimistic super- vineyards and raise other access.” Space District,” Supervisor think the Measure K over- Board Member Barry Chris- visors will “do their job” issues. The Napa County Money from Measure K Belia Ramos said. sight committee would be tian responded that Mea- and work on an ordinance. Farm Bureau was ready to wouldn’t be controlled by If passed, at least 52 per- strong enough, objects to sure Z in 2016 received 65 “We welcome the oppor- try to defeat Measure J. the Board of Supervisors. cent of tax money would be having 20 percent of the percent of the vote, short of tunity to collaborate with Should supervisors Rather, it would go to the spent on preserving wa- tax revenues go to cities the two thirds – 66.6 per- the Board of Supervisors, proceed with a commer- Napa County Regional Park tershed, rivers, lakes open for city park projects and cent – needed to win. the community and inter- cial cannabis law, the ef- and Open Space District, a space and wildlife habitat, to allowing 3 percent of the “I’d like to point out that ested wine industry groups fort would take months. A body created by voters in 25 percent on operating, revenues to be spent on ad- 65 percent in any other to develop an ordinance in county report mentioned 2006 with its own, elected maintaining and improving ministration, Brauning said. election would be consid- the coming months that having stakeholder out- board of directors. open space parks, 20 per- The district seems to have ered a landslide,” Christian can address all stakeholder reach, holding a Board of The Open Space Dis- cent on parks-and-recre- a biased interpretation of said. concerns,” the Napa Valley Supervisors workshop, do- trict has protected 5,090 ation projects in local cities polling information when Board Member Tony Nor- Cannabis Association said ing environmental studies acres and runs such parks and no more than 3 percent saying the tax has public ris said people want to get in a press release. and holding hearings by the as Moore Creek Park and on administrative overhead, support, Brauning said. He out into nature and enjoy Measure J would have, Planning Commission and Bothe-Napa Valley State according to Measure K. said he couldn’t delve into beauty. among other things, al- Board of Supervisors. The Park. It has no funding Leon Brauning of the details because the taxpay- “It’s an investment in lowed up to one acre of cost could be $180,000. source of its own, but op- Napa County Taxpayers As- ers group can’t obtain the beauty,” Norris said. commercial cannabis grows erates on about $1 million sociation said his group met poll, which was paid for not Voters in the March 3 on each agricultural prop- Open space sales tax annually granted by the with Open Space District by the district with public election will decide whether erty 10 acres or greater. On Aug. 20, the Napa Board of Supervisors from officials to discuss Measure money, but by the nonproﬁt they agree. The existing It included setbacks and County Board of Supervi- the county’s transient oc- K. The two parties tried to Land Trust of Napa County. sales tax in Napa County is taxes for commercial can- sors voted to place the pro- cupancy tax. bridge their differences over Voters have clearly shown 7.75 percent, with the ex- nabis activities. Proponents posed 15-year parks-and- District officials saythe ballot measure. they object to park district ception of St. Helena, where gathered enough signatures open space tax on the ballot they’re reaching the limit “But to no avail, unfor- taxes. Three past open space it is 8.25 percent. to qualify the citizens’ ini- as Measure K. If passed by of what they can do with tiative. a two-thirds vote, the tax the county’s contribution. The ballot measure gen- would raise an estimated A quarter-cent sales tax Get Style and Service to Fit Your Budget

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STAR STAFF Approaching its 10th birthday in October, the skatepark at Crane Park is about to get its first major overhaul. The St. Helena Parks & Rec- reation Commission recommended last Thursday that the City Council approve approximately $89,000 worth of repairs and maintenance to be conducted by Grindline, the Seattle-based company that built the St. Helena Missing tiles inside one of the bowls Skatepark in 2009. at the skatepark. Grindline proposes to repair cracks and joints, reseal the whole problems in the future. park, replace deteriorating brick Replacing the park’s landscaped Cracked concrete at the St. Helena coping and tiles, and add a new JESSE DUARTE PHOTOS, STAR area with concrete and new skat- Skatepark. ledge and bank for skaters. Cracks at the St. Helena Skatepark. ing features would cost between Meanwhile, city workers will collected $1 million in donations $26,000 and $48,000. Parks and add a southern entrance near the and in-kind contributions to build Some of the original fundraisers that visiting skaters contribute to Rec commissioners recommended redwood grove, replace pavers and the park in 2009. The first genera- and skaters attended Thursday’s the local economy by, say, buying re-landscaping the area instead, signs, and re-landscape the cen- tion of local skaters has grown up meeting and urged the city to a burger at Gott’s. with the expectation that parks tral dirt area where the original and moved on – and one of them, maintain the skatepark before it An assessment by Grindline maintenance will improve un- landscaping went to seed when Walker Ryan, went pro – but the falls into disrepair. rated the park’s condition as der the newly reorganized Public the city was under drought re- park remains a magnet for in-the- “It’s a pilgrimage to come and “good,” needing mostly cosmetic Works Department. strictions. know skaters who consider it one skate here. It’s an important park,” fixes to prevent the small prob- The city has budgeted $250,000 Local skaters and their parents of the best around. said skater Gordy Adams, adding lems of today from becoming big for the project. Student accidentally fires gun in CIA dorm Angwin man arrested on REGISTER STAFF said he was moving weapons rifle that police tend to use, Hart- A student at the Culinary In- from his room to his car and ley said. The student had ammu- suspicion of sexual assault stitute of America in St. Helena cleaning his handgun when it nition for all of the weapons, he was arrested early Thursday fired through a mini fridge and said. REGISTER STAFF Wofford said. morning after police say he acci- lodged into the wall, Hartley Hartley said he’s never seen An Angwin man is suspected The woman told law enforce- dentally fired a gun in the dorms said. The student said he didn’t such an incident involving so of sexually assaulting his ex-girl- ment that she asked him to stop, and illegally brought two assault realize there was a round in the many firearms at the dorms. friend, the Napa County Sheriff’s but he continued to assault her, weapons into the state. gun’s chamber. Nigel Addison Lucero was ar- Office said. Wofford said. She said this hap- There were no reported inju- The student said he was from rested on suspicion of four felo- The St. Helena Police Department pened twice in the past month and ries. Arizona and bought the guns nies related to firing a gun at an learned of a report of sexual assault was taken to Queen of the Valley St. Helena Police received a call there, then brought them to Cal- occupied building, having a gun in the 1200 block of Crestmont Medical Center for an exam. around 1:20 a.m. that a gunshot ifornia when he moved in March. on school property, and pos- Drive in Angwin, around 12:30 a.m. The incident prompted her son was fired in the dorms on Pratt He kept his guns in his car, in the sessing and importing an assault Aug. 28. The case was transferred to get into a fight with Ceron and Avenue, said Lt. Chris Hartley. dorm parking lot, Hartley said. weapon, jail records show. He to the Sheriff’s Office, said Sheriff’s punch him, Wofford said. Upon arrival, police found a stu- Three of his guns are consid- was also arrested on suspicion spokesperson Henry Wofford. Ceron was arrested at 4:45 a.m. dent talking with school staff. ered assault weapons and two of misdemeanors related to car- Angel Vazquez Ceron, 57, was Wednesday and booked into the The student, 24, was found are illegal in California: an SR- rying a loaded firearm in public, arrested on suspicion of a fel- Napa County jail later that morn- with four rifles, a handgun and 15, which is like an M-16 military having a switchblade and having ony charge of oral copulation by ing, jail records show. He was re- a switchblade, police say. He rifle, and a .40 caliber short barrel ammunition on school grounds. means of force, fear or injury, leased Thursday.

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TUESDAY, AUG. 27 department saying he’d been punched St. Helena man on suspicion of firing a game. He returned while his dad was on caller asked the owner to move the vehi- 0624 — The last of the stray Austra- in the face. He didn’t need medical atten- gun at an occupied dwelling, possessing the phone with police. cle, he got in her face. He left while she lian shepherds was spotted near the high tion, but he wanted to talk to an officer. illegal assault weapons, possessing a fire- SATURDAY, AUG. 31 was on the phone with police. school. A humane trap is already set in the 0352 — A resident complained about arm and ammunition on school grounds, 0228 — A loose Aussie dog was running 2137 — A downed tree was blocking both area. It’s OK to leave out bowls of water with the county road work near Pratt Avenue. and carrying a switchblade. He had five around near Main/Charter Oak. An officer lanes of Spring Mountain Road just past ice, but don’t feed or try to catch the dog. She was angry about the county perform- rifles (two of them banned in California), couldn’t catch it. Dean York Lane. 1400 — A guest at a local hotel said he ing the work near her home. She believes a handgun and a switchblade. 1227 — A car crashed into a city trash MONDAY, SEPT. 2 made reservations at the hotel because it it’s unnecessary and ridiculous and she 1628 — The food was gone from the can on Main Street. It also pulled up some 0148 — A caller heard approximately was advertised as “pet-friendly.” He and wants it to stop. humane trap set up near Vallejo Street, pavers from the sidewalk. 12-15 gunshots in quick succession on the his companion have a pet cat. The hotel 1855 — Report of a suspicious man on Main but the trap hadn’t been triggered. Po- 1231 — A purse was stolen from an un- west side of town. Other reports indicated said there are no cats allowed, that “pet- Street talking to himself about a restraining lice checked on it. locked car on Edwards Street. they were fireworks. friendly” refers to dogs only, and they need order and asking personal questions. 2143 — A driver said he’d been rear- 1641 — A loose Aussie dog was spotted 1131 — Report of construction occurring to leave the hotel. The hotel is outside the 2055 — Police assisted a sheriff’s dep- ended by a dark sedan, possibly a Mustang, behind the library. It was too skittish to on a holiday on Oak Avenue. city limits, so the matter was referred to uty responding to a domestic disturbance at Main/Elmhurst. The other car didn’t stop. be caught, so police set a humane trap. 2347 — An Edwards Street resident was the sheriff’s office. outside the city limits. The driver said he wasn’t hurt and his car SUNDAY, SEPT. 1 sitting on her patio when she heard what 1619 — Police cited an oversized ve- THURSDAY, AUG. 29 wasn’t damaged, but he wanted to docu- 0134 — St. Helena police were asked sounded like cats or maybe raccoons fight- hicle that was trying to cross the Pope 0118 — Someone fired a gun into a mi- ment the incident. to respond to a fight at the fairgrounds ing. From the sound of it, one might have Street bridge. cro-fridge on Pratt Avenue. A roommate FRIDAY, AUG. 30 in Calistoga. been injured. She hadn’t heard anything WEDNESDAY, AUG. 28 has previously voiced concerns about the 2210 — A 13-year-old boy left home with- 1335 — Report of a big green SUV block- for the last five minutes, and she wasn’t 0009 — A man came to the police suspect. Police arrested the 24-year-old out permission, maybe to go to the football ing a driveway on Main Street. When the sure where the animals had gone. HELP Fall Sale Days! 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IN THE COUNTRY Ode to the Pool Guy ine country is full of pools he maintains, no matter people who work really how drenched with sweat he W hard to make a living. might be. There is an entire layered eco- The pool guy has to deal with system of people who make frogs that he probably tries to wine country go around. At keep alive and with snakes that THE NV REGISTER EDITOR the top of the heap is the wine- he probably doesn’t try to keep maker; at the other end of the alive. The menagerie of other stack are the “invisible work- kinds of critters that he deals ers.” We see some of the hard with — whether he wants to workers here and or not — includes bugs, bees, we thank them. birds, gophers and mice. Imme- Avoiding the news Others, the in- diately after the last big fi re, one visible ones, we pool guy recounted horror sto- t used to be that avoiding the lockscreen, so you can see at a the Register stopped sending don’t see so we ries of having to deal with deer news was pretty easy. You glance what the story is. them, other news organizations don’t thank. and wild boar that took refuge I just didn’t pick up a news- This means that you get instant would keep doing them. We see the in swimming pools but were paper. news if something happens – a Why? Several reasons, all hav- RICH vineyard workers unable to climb out. Then things got a little more natural disaster, a major crime, ing to do with how the audience MORAN who never get Then there are the chemicals complicated, because you had a momentous news event. And is looking at news these days and enough credit for and the fumes. It’s a rare job to avoid radio too. Then TV. But that’s generally a good thing. how online businesses pay the working under where dealing with chlorine is still, not too hard to do. But it leads to a new kind of bills. hot and strenuous conditions the good part because the other Even in the early internet pe- complaint that we get. It used to At the simplest level, it’s about and we want to thank them. We part is dealing with acid. And riod, avoiding news was still fairly be that people complained that the number of readers – the more see the people in the tasting then, like winemakers, using easy. If you just newspapers didn’t have enough eyeballs, the better our ad reve- rooms welcoming people from little vials of colored water, they didn’t dial in AOL, news, or that the news was old by nue. And in this digital era, the around the world to sip some of play with chemistry to make Compuserve, or the time it hit your doorstep. competition for eyeballs is fi erce. God’s nectar and we give them sure the blends are perfect. Mindspring, your In this digital era, however, National news organizations and credit for always being the face “Ah, the stories I could tell!” computer would news organizations are hearing non-news apps are competing of wine country. We see the is the pool guy’s motto but they remain as ignorant that we’re telling too much too directly with your local news- fi refi ghters and always thank are always discreet. It seems of the wider world fast. papers for readers in a way that them for their heroics. We see we all bestow the automatic SEAN as your coff ee cup. The main place that this plays was unimaginable even 15 or 20 all these people and try to show pool sweep with names that SCULLY In the last few out is with live sporting events. years ago. appreciation, although our ges- can range from ex-husbands to years, however, With digital video recorders But it’s also about what’s called tures of thanks are probably not movie monsters. The pool guy, things have gotten now ubiquitous in our homes, it “reader engagement,” which sim- enough. too, is the witness of R-rated much harder. is easier than ever to record live ply means that we (and all web- Other workers are invisible activities that we may not The advent of social media, sports events and watch them sites and apps) want to develop a and are not appreciated at all. want to share with others so he with its instant access and abil- later. The World Cup Finals is on bond with readers, to show that They are here working the jobs doesn’t. Given the local demo- ity to drive us to look at screens during your work day? The Su- we’re valuable and interesting so that no one really likes to do and graphics, any pool guy might compulsively all day long, means per Bowl confl icts with Johnny’s that you might buy our product we may not see them even when service the pool of famous pol- it is very hard not to know what’s piano recital? No problem, we’ll or service (in our case, that you we are looking right at them. iticians, captains of industry, going on record and watch later. might consider subscribing). And we rarely thank them so professional athletes or movie And now smartphones, with The problem is that such a These push alerts, therefore, this week’s column is devoted stars and never tells all. For their apps, are driving instant strategy relies on complete ig- are central to the survival of all to one group that may be the many here the pool acts as a fi re news right into our pockets. norance of the results. It’s really kinds of websites and services least heralded in wine country hydrant so it’s important that You’ve probably noticed that just hard to get excited by a game if and they’re not going away any but nonetheless deserves our things are in order. about every app, including the you know the outcome in ad- time soon. thanks – THE POOL GUY. So let the pool guy fraternity Napa Valley Register and other vance, particularly if it is unfa- The good news is that there is Face it, a swimming pool is emerge from the shroud of in- news sites, is asking you whether vorable for your chosen team or a solution, one that only requires a luxury and having someone visibility. You don’t need to help you want to “allow notifi cations.” participant. a few seconds of eff ort. All smart else take care of it is a double them, I am sure they don’t want If you say yes, then every time We get it that this is frustrat- phones have some way of dis- luxury. When the pool guy any help. A hug may go too far something important or inter- ing, but as a practical matter, abling notifi cations from your shows up with a truck full of too. How about when you see esting happens, your phone will these kinds of phone notifi ca- various apps, either across the toxic chemicals you might wave the pool guy you say “hello” buzz and a short message will ap- tions, known technically as “push to him or complain about the and off er a cold drink? It might pear, usually right on top of your alerts,” are here to stay. Even if Please see SCULLY, Page A6 pool being too hot, too cold, too go a long way the next time a green, too smelly or too deep. feral pig needs to be scooped Rain or shine, the pool guy is out of the pool. UPVALLEY VIEW POINTS there preserving a big cement pond that we might rarely use. Rich Moran sees the invisible Gun violence In the cruelest irony of all, the workers of wine country and is Letters policy pool guy never jumps into the appreciative of their eff orts. The recent spate of horrifi c The Star welcomes letters from readers. Please email letters to ed- mass shootings around the [email protected]. All letters must include the writer’s name, city country bring to mind this ex- of residence and phone number for verifi cation purposes. cerpt from a treasured letter Additionally: 1. Deadline for letters is 5 p.m., Monday. No exceptions. FIRST THURSDAY that Cesar Chavez (United Farm If a letter is received after that time, it will be published in the following Workers) wrote to me back in week’s Star. 1990: 2. Writers will be limited to one letter per month. Here’s what’s happening “Kindness and compassion to- 3. Letters will be limited to 700-750 words. If they are longer than wards all living things is a mark that, they will be edited, either by the editor or the writer. of a civilized society. Conversely, 4. Letters written by the same person on the same topic within the and new at the Chamber cruelty, whether it is directed same six-month period will be published at the editor’s discretion. against human beings or against 5. We also welcome longer submissions — up to 900 words — on is- he Chamber has been sands of eyeballs watching for animals, is not the exclusive sues we believe are of interest to our readers as guest commentaries. devoutly working to help what we do next! province of any one culture or A submitted commentary is judged based on the writer’s connection T your business strive. This platform has been community of people. Racism, with the issue, whether it’s a specifi c expertise or unique experience or When St. Helena strives, our monumental in promoting our economic deprival, dog fi ghting insight. Guest commentaries appear under a separate heading on the members thrive. Chamber members’ upcoming and cock fi ghting, bullfi ghting Opinion page at the editor’s discretion. The Chamber has tactically events, features and highlights and rodeos are cut from the same 6. During any election season, the deadline for letters will be 5 p.m. hired a new public relations of St. Helena. Moreover, our fabric: violence. Only when we Monday, 15 days before the election. and marketing fi rm to help website also continues to grow. have become nonviolent towards 7. Views and opinions expressed in the letters section and as Guest promote St. As you may know, we launched all life will we have learned to live Commentaries do not necessarily refl ect the views of the St. Helena Star. AMY Helena and our our newer website for the city well ourselves.” CARABBA- 8. We reserve the right to reject or edit any piece and we make no SALAZAR valued members. about eight months ago. We Words to live by in these try- promises as to when, where or whether any submission will appear in The implemen- have seen a 94% increase in ing times. Note that both Chavez print or online. tation of this traffi c giving us more coverage and Dr. Martin Luther King, 9. The editor reserves the right to grant exceptions to these rules. new partnership with the Abbi throughout Napa Valley. Jr. were disciples of Mohandas For more information, please email me at [email protected]. Agency will help elevate our As you know the Chamber Gandhi, and his philosophy of overall promoting and outreach holds many community events. non-violence. as this agency has an amazing We just wrapped up our 31st Si, se puede. Joan Smith, Leslie Moreland, nation to help their community. track record helping several Annual Summer Concert Se- Eric Mills, coordinator, Sandra Sheffi eld, and Edie We were honored to partner with California cities create buzz to ries. Not sure what we enjoyed Action for Animals, Oakland Kausch. Three of us attended a them in helping them achieve gravitate people to visit their more — the music or some of week-long Human Rights class their vision. It is well-docu- cities. We are anticipating this the dance moves we witnessed at the Global School in the capi- mented that if you bring jobs to new step will help revitalize from the attendees! Grace Church plans tal of El Salvador in San Salvador women in their communities, and promote our town’s charm Also, last month we held a last February. The Rev. Amy violence and poverty decrease. in order to bring more visitors social-media workshop and a benefit Tamale Sale Zuniga, Rector of Grace Church, Please join us in helping create to our shining Main Street, networking mixer (for mem- Sunday attended the class with us and peaceful sustainable solutions wineries and area hotels. bers and non-members) at took us to her former parish to the many severe problems The Chamber recently shot a Roadhouse 29. This is a tried- The community of St. Helena in Soyapango, a municipality in this part of Central America series of destination marketing and-true way for our members is invited to participate in our of San Salvador. There we met by purchasing some delicious videos for the upcoming fall and community to gather and Tamale Sale (chicken, pork and two women leaders, Silvia and handmade tamales. season. You’ll start to see those network with some of St. Hel- vegetarian) at the kitchen of Raquel, who are working hard For information or partici- rolling out on social media ena’s fi nest. We have another Grace Church in Newton Hall to create viable employment pation in our eff orts please call and our website. So make sure upcoming mixer scheduled in at 1314 Spring St. at 9 a.m. and for women in their community. Grace Church, 707-963-4157 or you’re following us on all our October. We are also launching 11 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 8. Cost is Their neighborhood of Amate- email offi ce@grace-episcopal. platforms (including Facebook a business-growth workshop 6 for $15 and 12 for $25. Spon- pec is overwhelmed by poverty org and leave your contact infor- and IG) to watch them debut! in November for our Chamber sored by La Hermandad con due in part from so many inter- mation in care of Edie Kausch. Speaking of social media, our members. Contact the Cham- Amatepec (Sisterhood with Am- nally displaced families from Thank you! IG account is growing! We are ber for more details. atepec), which is a committee of throughout the country. La Hermadad con Amatepec, Edie Kausch, Leslie Moreland, M almost to 20K followers on Grace Outreach. We were inspired by these 1 Instagram. That means thou- Please see CHAMBER, Page A6 Our committee consists of women’s passion and determi- Sandra Sheffi eld, Joan Smith A6 | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2019 NEWS/OPINION ST. HELENA STAR Scully City honors Brunetti’s 30 years of service From A5 The St. Helena City Council is- board or individually. In the case sued a proclamation last week in of my iPhone, there is a setting honor of Chief Water Treatment called “do not disturb,” which Plant Operator Dan Brunetti, turns off all calls, texts, and no- who retired Friday after 30 years tifications. There’s also a notifi- at the plant. Brunetti started as cation function that allows me to a Water Plant Operator in 1989, turn off notifications while still obtained certifications in water getting calls and texts. and wastewater, and was put in So if you really, really don’t charge of the Louis Stralla Water want to know who won the ball Treatment Plant in 2001. game, or who came out on top The proclamation called him at the bike or horse race, there “a conscientious and trustworthy is now an easy way to make sure employee whose dedicated in- you don’t get the news. And when terest and devotion to his duties it’s over, you can turn the notifi- have a valuable effect on provid- cations back on so you can stay ing the residents and St. Helena in touch with the news and your establishments with clean and favorite apps. safe water which has earned the JESSE DUARTE, STAR In a sense we’ve come full respect and affection of residents Dan Brunetti, right, was honored with a City Council proclamation on Aug. 27. Also shown are Public Works circle. In the old days, you just and co-workers alike.” Director Erica Ahmann Smithies and Mayor Geoff Ellsworth. didn’t pick up the newspaper. These days, you just don’t pick up the phone.

You can reach Sean Scully at 256- Citizen 2246 or [email protected]. From A1 being exposed to that lifestyle, “but I had no choice because the rent was affordable for me.” Chamber He resolved to work hard, pay From A5 taxes, respect the law and learn English, all while helping his On another front, we are busy family in Mexico as much as he planning our holiday event, could. He took ESL classes at Jingle All the Way. The City and the Napa Valley College Upper Chamber are super-excited to Valley Campus, became fluent HOLLY HUBBARD PRESTON PHOTO share this year’s theme! Jin- in English, made friends around St. Helena’s Juan Sanchez, second gle All the Way is scheduled to town, married his wife Katie in from right, embraces crew debut as a winter-wonderland 2013, and had two daughters, Is- members Drew Macomber, right, roller rink in Lyman Park. This abella and Arieli. Larisa Stephenson, and Ahren year will include a light show Meanwhile, Sanchez had be- Trumble at the Mt. Whitney finish within the park and a grand come St. Helena-famous for what line of Badwater on July 12, 2017. entrance, perfect to snap a sel- he calls his “crazy running.” For ST. HELENA STAR FILE PHOTO fie! So make sure to block out him, regular marathons were just more than $10,000, and a state There was a familiar sight on Highway 29 in July 2014, as marathoner Juan some days on your iCal because appetizers for the 135-mile Bad- emergency health care program Sanchez joined a group of more than 40 supporters who ran and walked we’ll be rolling on the rink for a water ultramarathon, named the covered his expenses for 30 days. during a fundraiser for his medical bills. Carrying his 8-month-old daughter, month, from Nov. 29-Dec. 29. toughest race in the world by Na- The lack of insurance was just Isabella, Sanchez ran/walked about a mile and a half. “It felt great, but I Our Little Book of Big Expe- tional Geographic Traveler. one disadvantage of being in the have to be careful right now,” he said, referring to his heart surgery. riences comes out in November. It starts at 280 feet below sea U.S. illegally. He wasn’t able to This year we are doing a wine level in Death Valley and climbs board a plane to Virginia when “The Lord brought a lot of light immigration policy was heading passport that features the area’s to 8,300 feet at the trailhead to Katie’s uncle died. He hadn’t vis- to our lives … and eventually we under the Trump administration, top 15 wineries. Mount Whitney, with mid-July ited his family in Mexico since he were able to get out of the dark filed for citizenship on the very This book has been incredibly temperatures reaching 130 de- came to the U.S., for fear that he completely,” he said. day he became eligible in 2018. helpful promoting St. Helena grees. Sanchez has run it three wouldn’t be able to re-enter the The road to legal residency re- He aced his written civics exam during our slower season. This times, finishing 18th, 19th and country. He wasn’t eligible to quired Sanchez to visit the Mex- in July – 100 percent – and be- year the book will be the best yet. 30th in fields of between 90 and vote in the city and country that ican border city of Ciudad Juarez came a citizen during an Aug. 24 Don’t forget to stop inside 100 runners. had become his home. He cycled for a criminal background check. ceremony at the Paramount The- our Welcome Center the next Sanchez once told the Star that through driver’s licenses from His only run-in with U.S. law en- atre in Oakland. time you are on Main Street. We to prepare for Badwater’s con- California, Oregon and Wash- forcement had been when a local “It was a long process, but the just launched new St. Helena ditions he would run along the ington, depending on which state cop told him not to run along the Lord has a timing for everything,” T-shirts, hats, and sweatshirts road and then jump into a sauna was awarding them to immigrants Napa Valley Wine Train tracks, Sanchez said. “His will is going to that are selling out fast. We have or crank up the heater in his car. without legal status. but there are a lot of Juan San- happen, so we just have to be pa- continued to hold a lot of new Acquaintances might have ques- “I had dreams of how it would chezes in Mexico, and some of tient and do what we have to do.” events out of our welcome cen- tioned his sanity, but never his be when I had my papers and I them are criminals. Sanchez had Sanchez doesn’t have to run ter, including book signings, Sip commitment or endurance. could move around freely and not to prove he wasn’t one of them. to feel free anymore, but his and Swirl Saturdays, and event That’s why it was such a surprise hide and not run just so I could The trip, his first return to commitment to physical fitness art features. Save the dates, be- when Sanchez almost died from a feel free,” Sanchez said. “Some- Mexico since he immigrated, hasn’t faded, so you’ll still see cause Santa at the Chamber is congenital heart arrhythmia in times it felt like it was never going was tense. If he couldn’t prove him running. But now he does scheduled for three Saturdays, 2014. Lacking a valid Social Se- to happen.” his record was clean, he could be it out of sheer joy and gratitude Nov. 30, Dec. 7 and Dec. 14. curity number, Sanchez had been Tired of living in legal limbo, denied re-entry into the U.S. For- for his health, his family, and his We hope to see you soon! denied health insurance, and the Sanchez applied for a green card. tunately for him and his family, he country. medical bill was $216,000. San- He likened the ensuing process to checked out. Expect to see him in a new Amy Carabba-Salazar is the CEO chez’ friends organized an event at emerging from the darkness into Sanchez got his green card in pair of running shorts. It has an and President of the St. Helena Health Spa Napa Valley that raised the light. 2015 and, concerned about where American flag on it. Chamber of Commerce. PROUD TO SERVE THE COMMUNITY FOR OVER 80 YEARS!

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school years, working in the machine shop with his grandfather, machining and cleaning parts, sweeping floors and stocking shelves. There’s not as much machine work to do these days be- A 1950 Ford F1 belonging to Philip cause engines last so much longer, Beltrami Construction. but there’s still plenty of demand for brake components, filters and other parts. Brown’s has been a longtime ally of the St. Helena Fire De- partment, frequently employing volunteer firefighters who might be called upon to leave work at a moment’s notice. Felix served as fire chief, while Dan rose to second assistant chief before retiring in 2017, after 31 years of service. “I still go over and help with the Lobster Feed,” he said. “I still enjoy the camaraderie with all those guys.” People who own and restore RETHEL DUARTE PHOTO classic cars have come to rely on Elwood Bones, a motion-activated, Brown’s, said Bob Holmes of An- blues harmonica-playing skeleton, gwin, who brought his and his JESSE DUARTE PHOTOS, STAR sits on the bumper of Bob and wife Cyndy’s 1940 Ford Standard Nick Coy Jr. spent 10 years collecting parts and assembling this rat rod 1930 Ford Model A. Cyndy Holmes’ 1940 Ford. sedan to Saturday’s birthday celebration and car show. “It’s a driver,” Coy said. “You to drive in. “When you’re young and you can drive it down the road at 70, It’s not just the same customers don’t have any money, Dan and no problem.” and cars that have stuck around his dad and his grandfather were Tom Brown brought his ’78 Jeep – Brown’s tends to attract long- so helpful,” Holmes said. “When CJ-5 with an AMC 304 V8 engine. term employees. Nate Morrison you’re doing it yourself, they’ll He said it’s perfect for hunting and and Liz Macias have each worked give you tips. You’d buy the part family camping trips. at Brown’s for over 20 years. Riley, and the part would work. They’re Beltrami himself owns a bunch a yellow lab, has served as shop very service-oriented. You’re not of classic cars: a 1930 Chevy two- dog for 11 years. going to find a more local-serving door sedan, a ’27 Buick, a ’60 “He’s starting to show his age a business than this.” F-100 pickup he occasionally uses bit. When you take him for a walk Nick Coy Jr., who works at for dump runs (“86,000 miles on down the street he gets a little Brown’s, brought his rat rod 1930 it and it’s cherry,” he said), a ’72 tired,” Beltrami said. Ford Model A. He spent 10 years Blazer, and a ‘46 Willys Jeep he Riley’s just as friendly as ever collecting parts and putting them uses to cruise around town. His though. Like the family business together, and he finally got it run- latest project is restoring the same he represents, he wears the years ning a month ago. ‘54 Oldsmobile Rocket he learned well. A 1968 Camaro SS belonging to Ramon Flores.

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PREP BOYS SOCCER Saints, Wildcats play to 2-2 draw St. Helena’s Result gives Gallegos Wednesday in the first game of one-goal advantage. They cer- Erik the 2019 season, but the result tainly had their chances to add to Martinez optimism about felt anything like a draw. that lead in the first 40 minutes, (17) plays For the Saints, the win sparked but none found fruition. tight coming season optimism for the upcoming sea- On the other side, the Saints had defense son. They played a talented Cal- plenty of their own chances, but GUS MORRIS istoga team that has had their Calistoga goalkeeper Jose Lopez against [email protected] Calistoga’s number in recent history. The fended them off with relative ease. Isaac The difference between the St. last win St. Helena had over its That changed about midway Garcia (7) Helena and Calistoga sidelines Napa Valley rival came in 2007 through the second half, when during the after their boys soccer season and the Saints lost the next two St. Helena’s Diego Moya found teams’ opener Wednesday was stark. matchups 7-3 and 7-1, the most the back of the net off a re- season The Saints were excited and recent of which was last season. bounded shot to even the score at opener last hopeful. They smiled, patted For the Wildcats, it was a dis- 1-1 in the 57th minute. Wanting Wednesday each other on the backs and high- appointing result. The last time to keep their winning streak over at Logvy fived, their postgame scrum they had met it was clear who the their Upvalley rivals alive, espe- Park in buzzing with energy. Meanwhile, better team was. On Wednesday, cially in front of a home crowd, Calistoga. the Wildcats changed out of their that distinction was harder to the Wildcats turned up the in- The game cleats and into their street shoes make. tensity. They untied the score ended in a quietly, exchanging a few words At first, though, the Wildcats in the 58th minute when Adan 2-2 tie. but mostly mulling on the game looked like best team in the Up- Rodriguez snuck a shot past St. that had just ended. per Valley. They took a 1-0 lead Helena’s charging goalie. DAVE MOSHER The teams played to a 2-2 tie in the second minute of the game PHOTO at Logyy Park in Calistoga last and went into halftime with the Please see SOCCER, Page B2

ST. HELENA 52, DRAKE 0 TENNIS Zamarripas playing in Junior US Open St. Helena twins have played as pros for last year in singles, doubles GUS MORRIS [email protected] For the last year, St. Hel- ena twins Allura and Maribella Zamarripa have traveled the world in pursuit of their dreams of becoming top-class professional tennis players. The duo made the jump to the pro circuit in late September last year and have since competed in tournaments in Hawaii, Florida and Bogota, Colombia, to name just a few locales. They’ve also experienced their fair share of success along the way, playing both singles and doubles in the lower-level professional tournaments they’ve entered and qualified for. Allura currently has a career DAVE MOSHER PHOTO S professional record of 12-4 in singles, and while Maribella is St. Helena’s Ivan Robledo break away from a pack of Drake defenders during the Saints 52-0 win over the Pirates at St. Helena High on Friday. only 2-3 in the same category, the two are 18-4 in doubles play and have won two doubles tournaments since making the jump last year. But everything that they’ve Saints blow past Pirates have done up to this point will pale in comparison to what they’re doing this week. Robledo scores 3 TDs The twins, 17, are currently in ‘complete victory’ playing in the 2019 Junior US Open, running Sept. 1-8, in New KIRK KIRKPATRICK York, the largest tournament [email protected] and stage they’ve encountered The St. Helena High football to date. team kept its record unblem- “It’s just really exciting and ished Friday night at Bob Patter- we’re just very grateful for this son Memorial Field with a 52-0 opportunity we’ve been given blowout of visiting Drake. and we’re just so thrilled to be The Saints (2-0) rolled up 299 going,” Maribella said last week yards on the ground, with soph- before the family left for New omore running back Ivan Ro- York. “This is our first Open, so bledo leading the way with 120 I couldn’t be happier.” yards and three touchdowns on 16 carries. Please see ZAMARRIPA, Page B2 “It was a pretty complete victory,” said St. Helena head coach Brandon Farrell. “They’re an exciting bunch and they played hard tonight. The running game is our staple and when you get a team like ours, it’s fun out there.” Not only did the Saints shut out the Pirates (1-1), the defense St. Helena’s Cody DiTomaso tiptoes the sidelines as he avoids Drake defenders during the Saints’ 52-0 win stepped up for two pick-sixes over the Pirates at St. Helena High on Friday. in the first half. The first was a tipped pass that Rowan Des- touchdowns in the first quarter out. On the second play from a 6-yard run. mond ran back 30 yards for a alone. He initially hit pay dirt scrimmage it was Robledo again Robledo’s 45-yard pick-six score. The second came on an with a 37-yard scamper after the with his longest touchdown run made the final first half score interception by Robledo, who Saints defense forced a three- of the night, a 58-yarder, to make 46-0. rumbled 45 yards for his fourth and-out. the score 20-0. Because one team had at least touchdown of the night. Drake fumbled the ensuing Desmond’s pick-six then a 35-point lead, the second half “That was a first. I’ve never kickoff, which was recovered by made it 26-0 at the end of the was played with a running clock. had a pick-six before,” said Ro- sophomore Orlando Segura, and first quarter. The only scoring play was junior SUBMITTED PHOTO bledo, a talented sophomore who again it was the turn of the pun- Senior Jake Mendes’ 15-yard George Cutting’s 42-yard touch- St. Helena twins Maribella (left) plays on both sides of the ball. ishing St. Helena running attack run opened the scoring for St. down run with 1:20 left in the and Allura (right) Zamarripa pose As for the three rushing touch- to make its presence known. Helena in the second quarter. third quarter. with their trophies after winning downs, Robledo heaped the Junior Cody DiTomaso ham- Junior quarterback Daniel The Saints travel to Winters the doubles title at a professional praise onto his line. mered the ball down to the 11- Martinez showed he is more than (0-1) next Friday night for their tournament in Orlando, Florida in “I give them all the credit,” he yard line and turned the scoring just a signal-caller when he in- final nonleague matchup. The June. The twins, who have been said. “They make the holes and I honors over to Robledo, who tercepted Drake quarterback Warriors lost their opener to playing as pros for the last year, just run through them.” raced in from the 11 to make it a Zach Atkinson’s pass on the next Dixon on the road, 28-7, on Fri- are currently playing in their It didn’t take long for Robledo 12-0 lead. series and raced 30 yards to the day night. biggest event yet — the 2019

M to make an impact on the game. The Saints’ defense again rose Pirates’ 15-yard line. Two plays Junior US Open in New York, which 1 He scored his three rushing up, forcing another three-and- later, it was DiTomaso scoring on Please see FOOTBALL, Page B2 started Sunday. B2 | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2019 SPORTS ST. HELENA STAR

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THURSDAY, SEPT. 5 SUNDAY, SEPT. 8 JV VOLLEYBALL No events scheduled El Molino at St. Helena, 5 p.m. VARSITY VOLLEYBALL MONDAY, SEPT. 9 El Molino at St. Helena, 6 p.m. No events scheduled FRIDAY, SEPT. 6 TUESDAY, SEPT. 10 BOY SOCCER GIRLS SOCCER St. Helena at Sonoma Academy, 4 p.m. St. Helena at Willits, 4 p.m. JV FOOTBALL JV VOLLEYBALL St. Helena at Winters, 5:30 p.m. St. Helena at Willits, 5 p.m. VARSITY FOOTBALL BOYS SOCCER St. Helena at Winters, 7:30 p.m. St. Helena at Willits, 5:30 p.m. VARSITY VOLLEYBALL SATURDAY, SEPT. 7 St. Helena at Willits, 6 p.m. VARSITY VOLLEYBALL St. Helena at Healdsburg tournament, WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11 times TBD No events scheduled

DAVE MOSHER PHOTOS Calistoga’s Willmer Ulloa (10) connects on a header off a corner kick during the Wildcats’ season opener against St. Helena last Wednesday at Logvy Park in Calistoga. The game ended in a 2-2 tie. and finally we showed a little Soccer emotion. I told our guys we’re From B1 not talking strategy in the second half, we’ve just got to let it all out Such a quick response might on the field and I think we did in sink some teams, but this was the the second half.” closest game the Saints had been Calistoga first-year head coach in against the Wildcats in years. Scott Hester was critical of his Down 2-1 late in the second half? team after his first game on the That’s nothing. sidelines, saying he thought they Sensing the door was still made mental errors. But he also open, the Saints turned up their recognized that getting the Wild- intensity. There had been jaw- cats into championship form will ing and bumping and bustling be a process, one that had barely throughout the entire game – a started before they suited up for Calistoga player danced in front their game against the Saints. of St. Helena’s goalie after the “For most of my players, it was DAVE MOSHER PHOTOS Wildcats retook the lead – and it their first week of practice, so we Above: St. Helena’s only became more frequent as the St. Helena boys soccer coach Ozzie had minimal amount of continu- Rowan Desmond (65), game headed toward a close. Gallegos watches Wednesday’s ity and it showed in the game,” Ryland Campos (70) Finally, in the 71st minute, the game at Calistoga. Hester said. “And then condi- and Conlan Harrington Saints broke through. It was Fa- tioning and with limited subs, team up to bring down bio Perez who brought the score displeasure to the officials as they we got tired. I think we made Drake quarterback Zach even at 2-2, when his close-range walked off the field, their frustra- some mental errors or fatigue Atkinson (9) during the shot off a scramble in the box tion from the game spilling out. errors and gave them a couple Saints 52-0 win over the found paydirt. On the other side, the smile of opportunities.” Pirates at St. Helena Now the pressure was on for on St. Helena head coach Ozzie Only time will tell what direc- High on Friday. Left: St. both teams. St. Helena had the Gallegos’ face was contagious as tions these two teams will take Helena’s Cody DiTomaso momentum, while Calistoga had he congratulated his team while this season, but in their season breaks free from a desperation. Momentum nearly reflecting on what he hopes is the opener the Saints showed that Drake defender during prevailed but the Saints couldn’t beginning of a promising season. maybe the gap between them the Saints’ 52-0 win convert on a scoring chance in “I think every year we’ve and their Upvalley neighbors is over the Pirates at St. the box in the closing seconds. grown,” Gallegos said. “If you shrinking. Helena High on Friday. Even after the final whistled remember last year’s game, we “Our program is starting to sounded about a minute later, the got blown out and at times it was come alive again, especially in the the ball for the Saints, scoring drama continued. Calistoga had even a little bit embarrassing but last two seasons,” Gallegos said. Football three rushing touchdowns and possession of the ball deep in St. we’re still learning. We’re only “About 95 percent of the guys on From B1 recording an interception for Helena territory and was pushing getting better. the field today will be back next the winners. for one final shot, but the referees “(Calistoga) is a veteran team year so that shows how much St. Helena JV 33, Drake Other highlights included a ended the game before the hosts and defending champs in the we’ve grown over the last two Harrison Ronayne had a 30-yard touchdown strike from got a chance. Wildcats players North Central League II, so I’m seasons, especially last year to strong game on both sides of Spencer Printz to Rehn Bothof. were not happy and voiced their nothing but happy for our guys, this year.”

doubles play and the second ther. “We were thinking said, referring to the 15-year- ance at the Open creates a going to play in a Junior Zamarripa round of singles play were that 2020 would be the year old American phenom who similar opportunity. They’ll Grand Slam, but I wouldn’t From B1 not available. that we try and really make rose to prominence after get to showcase their skills say that this is what I’ve While the twins have a push for the Junior Slams. an impressive run at Wim- against some of the top ju- been trying to reach for my Maribella is once again met success at every stage We were just going to try to bledon this year. “Last year nior players in the world on entire life,” Allura said. teaming up with her sister they’ve played at so far, the keep doing the smaller pro- she played in San Diego at one of the biggest stages in Maribella agreed with her for doubles play, while Allura jump to playing in their first fessional events and hope for the Juniors, playing 18s, and junior tennis. sister. will also compete as an indi- Junior Grand Slam a year af- a breakthrough there but you now she’s playing Wimble- While they’re certainly “I would say that this is vidual in singles. Allura won ter making their pro debuts just never know. Things can don and nothing but higher excited they’ve come this far, definitely a big accomplish- her first round match, 6-0, came as a bit of surprise. change on a dime.” level professional events. So this is by no means the high- ment but I’m definitely not 6-2 over Antonia Samudio “Initially we weren’t One standout tournament it can turn on a dime; you est point they want to reach. satisfied,” she said. “It’s of Columbia on Sunday. As expecting to make it this or result can change every- just never know when it’s “It is a great opportunity good to be successful at this of press time on Tuesday re- stage this quickly,” said thing for a player, he added. going to happen.” to get here and not many level but I aspire to be one of sults from their first round of Dave Zamarripa, their fa- “Look at Coco Gauff,” he For the twins, this appear- people can say that they’re the top pros in the world, so this does not satisfy me, no.” Regardless of how they fare EXPECTING GUESTS? this week, they recognize this as just one more step in the process of building strong GIVE THE EXPERIENCE OF tennis careers. After all, NO BARS. NO SPRINGS. they’re not exactly veterans of the pro circuit yet. PURE COMFORT. “It seems like every time we jump up to the next level, there’s always a little bit of doubt and we’re not sure ON SALE how they’re going to do, but AUG 30 - SEPT 16 it seems like they’ve just jumped right in and seem to be doing very well, almost at every single level up to the 60K, they’re competitive,” Dave Zamarripa said. “But they’ve done really, really 20820 BROADWAY, SONOMA | 707-933-9044 well. They’ve just turned 17 so there’s still plenty of time. “It’s very exciting because A Program of the Napa County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office there’s always a little bit of doubt in the beginning, you can see when they’re warming up maybe they’re a little nervous or a little tight, and then as soon as they relax a little bit they’re right there with a lot of these girls that are very experienced and have a lot of matches under their belt at this level and the KEEP ON twins are hanging with them just fine.” As for how their experiences have been over this last Live KEEPIN’ OUT Sharpshooter year of travelling the world, egg mass. well, the twins wouldn’t trade it for anything. “This year has been crazy,” Maribella said. “We’ve been given so many opportunities THE GLASSY-WINGEDSHARPSHOOTER IS STILL A THREAT to play high-level tourna- You may have misconceptions about Glassy-winged Sharpshooters in Napa County. The reality ments and we’re succeeding so it’s super exciting for us. is this: we’ve never had an infestation. And we intend to it that way...with your help. keep I’d just say that it’s awesome and I love it so far.” With one viable egg-mass already found inside Napa County in 2019, now is definitely not the time to relax. The single best way to keep this pest out is by not bringing uninspected plants into the county. Fundraiser Buy all of your garden and landscape plants from certified plant retailers inside Napa County, at the Cameo where shipments are inspected before sale. There will be a fundraiser to raise money to cover FOR INFORMATION, CALL 1.866.BUG.SPOT travel funds and other for OR VISIT WWW.BUGSPOT.ORG the Zamarripas professional pursuits on Sept. 19 at the

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ARTIST RECEPTION The Silverado Handweavers and Spin- ners Guild present its works on Thurs- day, Sept. 5, at the St. Helena Public Li- brary, 1492 Library Lane, at 7 p.m. The Silverado Handweavers and Spinners Guild promotes the fiber arts tradition of handweaving and spinning. Their members have a diverse array of interests, including spinning, weaving, tapestry, dye- ing, felting, knitting, crochet, and basket making. They employ fibers of all kinds in their work: sheep’s wool, cotton, tencel DAVID STONEBERG PHOTOS, STAR and even exotic fibers such as yak and camel. Come check out their textured Phil Murphy, center in red shirt, said the St. Helena parlor of the Native Sons of the Golden West has about 160 members and about 90 showed show and watch spinning and weaving up for the group’s annual car show, coordinated by Nick Coy Sr. demonstrations. Free admission. Info, shpl.org; 963-5244. WHAT’S NEW AT THE CAMEO “Toy Story 4” and “Blinded by the Light” end their runs at the Cameo Cin- ema, 1340 Main St. in St. Helena, on Thursday, Sept. 5. “The Peanut Butter Falcon,” starring Shia LaBeouf, Dakota Eye candy aplenty Johnson and Zack Gottsagen, debuts on Friday, Sept. 6. Synopsis: Zak runs away from his care home to make his dream of becoming a wrestler come true. Rated: PG-13. Also debuting Friday, the documentary “David Crosby: Remember My Name”. Synopsis: Meet David Crosby in this portrait of a man with everything but at Native Sons Hall an easy retirement on his mind. Rated: R. Upcoming films: “Mike Wallace Is Here” Murphy views his work for the (Sept. 10); “Where’d You Go, Bernadette?” Cars, trucks, Willys Native Sons Hall as a gift to the (Sept. 13); “Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles” Jeeps & tractors on community. He is leading the ef- (Sept. 13); “Lives Well Lived” (Sept. 18); fort to raise money for upgrades and “Downton Abbey” (Sept. 24). Info, display at annual show to the hall and is the one man CameoCinema.com; 287-4172. who keeps everything running COMING SOON TO BLUE NOTE DAVID STONEBERG smoothly. Blue Note Napa is a live music jazz club/ [email protected] The primary fundraiser for gourmet restaurant venue occupying the first floor of the historic Napa Valley Op- Building his 1930 Ford Model Parlor No. 53 is the annual crab era House, 1030 Main St., Napa. Upcom- A with its flathead V-8 had taken feed, which was held on Jan. 12 ing acts: The Boys of Summer (Sept. 5); Nick Coy Jr. about 10 years. with 400 diners in attendance. Marc Antoine (Sept. 6-7); Mike Green- Coy’s Model A was one of Griffin, Coy and Laurent do sill (Sept. 11); Christopher Turner (Sept. nearly two dozen cars, trucks, the cooking for the event, hav- 12); Curtis Stigers (Sept. 13-14); Slackers Willys Jeeps and tractors that ing taken over for Del Bondio in Paradise (Sept. 18); Marcus Johnson were displayed at the Aug. 22 and Bartolucci. Also helping (Sept. 19); Leela James (Sept. 20-21); annual car show put on for and are Jimmy Laurent, George Ta- and Al Di Meola (Sept. 27-29). For tick- by the members of St. Helena’s gliaferri and Randy Wiig. The ets and additional information, call 880- 2300 or visit bluenotenapa.com. Native Sons of the Golden West event is never advertised, relying ST. HELENA FARMERS’ MARKET Parlor No. 53. on word of mouth to sell all tick- The St. Helena Farmers’ Market is held Among the vehicles on display ets every year. Some members Friday, Sept. 6, at Crane Park, 360 Crane were: reserve a whole table for their Frank Pina, center, shows off his 1941 Farmall International Harvester Ave., St. Helena, from 7:30 a.m.-noon, rain Jeff Parady’s World War II- group or family. This fundraiser tractor that he bought about a year ago in Redding. He said he has 18 or shine. Free samples and get a copy of era Willys Jeep that had served in provides the majority of the tractors, many of them restored. the recipe. Info, sthelenafarmersmkt.org. the Pacific. Parady and his crew funds needed for maintenance ‘9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL’ at Pope Valley Garage, including Jeep, painted blue, with a men- in attendance on average. Most of the Native Sons Hall. Lucky Penny Community Arts Center, A.J. Teaege, feverishly worked to acing machine gun mounted in members are longtime locals. 1758 Industrial Way, Napa, presents “9 complete the restoration of the the back. The inoperable ma- There is camaraderie among the ‘Jewel of the community’ to 5: The Musical” on Friday, Sept. 6, at original Willys Jeep, just for the chine gun had been owned by men, who like to reminisce about NSGW member Darrell Quirici 8 p.m. “9 to 5 The Musical,” based on the car show; the late Joe Potter, who also had their youth. Dinner conversation said the Native Sons Hall is 1980 hit movie, tells the hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the late ‘70s A hand-built Ford Model it mounted in his Jeep. After Pot- is often about the good old days “truly a jewel of our commu- in an outrageous, thought-provoking and T Speedster with a Rajo head, ter’s death in 2015, the Jeep with in St. Helena. Cigar smoking, nity.” It is the largest event space even a little bit romantic fashion. Addi- built by Nick Coy Sr., who was the machine gun was one of his once a regular feature, has gone within city limits and the most tional showings are Saturday, Sept. 7, the organizer of the show. Coy vehicles sold at an estate sale. out of fashion. Telling jokes is affordable. “Fundraisers, wed- at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 8, at 2 p.m. has been a Native Sons member The annual car show is one an important part of the dinner ding receptions, memorial and Tickets are $30-$40. Info, luckypenny- for 40 years; of the most popular events the hour. Members can invite their post-funeral gatherings, private napa.com; 266-6305. Frank Pina’s 1941 Interna- Native Sons put on, and Phil male friends as guests. parties — you name it and it’s NAPA COUNTY AIRPORT DAY tional Harvester Farmall tractor Murphy estimated that 90 of At one point in the 1970s the probably been held at the Native Napa County Airport, 2030 Airport that survived the fires in Redding the 160 members turned out for organization had few members Sons Hall,” he added. Road, hosts Airport Day on Saturday, last year. Pina said he has some the event. At one point before and was on the verge of disband- The Native Sons Hall contin- Sept. 7, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. There will be planes on display as well as live mu- 18 tractors and bought the 1941 a dinner, Murphy gathered all of ing. Bruno Bartolucci would not ues to be the main event space for sic, food and beverage vendors, a clas- year ago. It is in unrestored con- the members and asked them to let that happen, lending his own St. Helena. On Saturday, Oct. 19 sic car show and face painting with Betty dition; and stand between two trees in front money to pay hall expenses. A it will host the seventh annual St. Buttons the Clown. Free admission. Info, Rich Dudley’s beautiful- of the Native Sons Hall, which recruitment drive brought the Helena Helena High School Ath- napacountyairport.org. ly-restored and modified black was built in 1915. parlor back to viability. For many letic Hall of Fame dinner, where TASTE OF MOUNT VEEDER 1936 Ford pickup truck. Dudley years NSGW was run by Al Del six distinguished athletes and The Hess Collection Winery, 4411 Red- said when he was 12, he would History of NSGW parlor Bondio and Bruno Bartolucci. coaches will be inducted. And in wood Road, Napa, hosts Taste of Mount load prune boxes into the back of The St. Helena Parlor was Al Del Bondio loved to cook for November, as it has in the past, it Veeder, on Saturday, Sept. 7, from the truck and his boss told him founded Feb. 14, 1885. Thirty the group. When Bruno died in will be one of several St. Helena 1-4 p.m. Wines from 28 Mount Veeder to drive it and take the prunes years later, on June 25, 1915, the 2010, his son Bill continued to venues for the Napa Valley Film wineries will be showcased during the to a dehydrator. In 1962, Dudley Star reported “the NSGW built volunteer. Festival. event. Tickets are $125. Info, mtveeder- wines.com/events. said he found the pickup truck a beautiful and commodious Today Phil Murphy is the pres- In the past year, some of the CALISTOGA WINE EXPERIENCE in a field, bought it for $100 and hall on Spring Street, which is a ident and driving force behind events held at the Native Sons The Calistoga Wine Experience takes years later modified it and re- splendid addition to the town.” Parlor No. 53. His helpers are Hall include: place at Pioneer Park, 1308 Cedar St., stored it; and Members meet once a month Nick Coy, Mike Griffin and Ted Calistoga, on Saturday, Sept. 7, from Jack Varozza’s 1943 Willys for dinner in their hall with 60 Laurent. Please see CAR SHOW, Page B8 4-7 p.m. Guests will taste wines from more than 30 Calistoga wineries, meet the owners and winemakers, and enjoy light bites and live music. Admission is NAPA VALLEY HARVEST REPORT $75. Info, calistogawinegrowers.com. CONVERSTATIONS AT COPIA Culinary expert Andrew Zimmern leads the discussion “Culture & Cuisine: What does it mean to be authentic and who gets ‘Lovely ripening weather’ continues to cook what?” at the Culinary Institute of America at Copia, 500 First St., Napa, Saturday, Sept. 7, at 4:30 p.m. Tickets Growers report good rietals.” are $95. Admission includes a pre-event Spring Mountain District – reception to meet-and-mingle with fea- quality, average yield Stuart Smith, Smith-Madrone — tured panelists and enjoy wine and bites. “Similar to last year on this date, Info, ciaatcopia.com/event. JESSE DUARTE the mountain is finally finishing NAPA VALLEY COWBOY [email protected] veraison for the reds. Spring MUSIC AND POETRY GATHERING The harvest of white grapes Mountain Vineyard will start Napa Valley Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Theater, 100 California Drive, continues, while reds enjoy this week with some Sauvignon Yountville, hosts the Napa Valley Cow- what Elizabeth Vianna of Chim- Blanc, and Smith-Madrone will boy Music and Poetry Gathering on Sat- ney Rock Winery described as start with some Chardonnay. Ed urday, Sept. 7, from 7-9 p.m. For more “lovely ripening weather.” Ewing at York Creek is several than 30 years, the ranchers, cowboys and Chris Phelps reports that In- weeks off for any reds and is see- artists at the Elko Cowboy Poetry Gath- glenook finished its Sauvignon ing a slightly larger crop than last ering have been sharing poems, stories Blanc and Semillon harvest on year. Most everyone is still seeing and music about their lives, celebrating Sunday. growing tips on the vines, thus it the shared traditions and experiences of “Average yields, good acidity, seems the vines are not in a big the land and culture of the rural West. JESSE DUARTE, STAR Elko brings together artisans who share moderate Brix, all indicators of hurry to ripen their fruit.” Grapes hang near Starr Avenue in St. Helena. their love of cowboy culture. Tickets are a refreshing, well-balanced 2019 St. Helena — Stephen Taplin, $20. Info, lincolntheater.com; 944-9900. wine,” Phelps said. “With early along slowly, whereas sugar lev- saw the Clif Family Estate Zin- Taplin Cellars — “From where I blocks of Cabernet Sauvignon els have been galvanized by the fandel jump 1.5 Brix. It will likely sit south of St. Helena on the Please see CALENDAR, Page B5 and Merlot at 22 Brix, we may heat, especially in well-drained be several weeks before the real valley floor, it is slow and steady only have a 10-day break before areas or those at elevation. In harvest action hits the Howell progress. The recent heat may red wine winemaking is under- general, harvest activity has been Mountain AVA, but we could see accelerate ripening, but we’re way.” pretty quiet across the AVA this some of these earlier blocks come anticipating harvest of Caber- Here’s this week’s harvest re- week as many wineries have just off the vine in about 10 days. In net in the second or third week port, organized by American Vi- begun or are set to receive their the meantime, Howell Mountain of September. We have what ap- ticultural Area (AVA): first white grapes from down producers have likely enjoyed pear to be evenly developed clus- Calistoga — Matt Crafton, valley.” their Labor Day at home.” ters with somewhat smaller than Chateau Montelena — “Another Howell Mountain — Laura Chiles Valley District — average berries. As usual, white warm weekend to close out Au- Barrett, Clif Family Winery — Alexander Eisele, Volker Eisele grape harvests start earlier and gust. Walking the vineyards, “This week brought a few days of Family Estate — “Harvest 2019 some vineyards are harvesting cluster sizes and berry weights hot weather, which pushed many in the Chiles Valley district has them now.” seem to be up across the board, of the later Cabernet Vineyards begun. Several vineyards are Rutherford — Kristin Belair, no doubt due in part to the un- of Howell Mountain through picking Sauvignon Blanc as well Honig Vineyard & Winery — “Af- PHOTO BY MARLA AUFMUTH characteristically wet May. The the end of veraison. Final green as Semillon. So far the yields look ter a slow start, we are knee deep dry-farmed vineyards in partic- drops have been completed and to be about average with out- and heading quickly to chest Napa Valley Performing Arts ular have really benefited from these vineyards are in place for standing quality being reported. deep in Sauvignon Blanc. The Center at Lincoln Theater in the additional late rains with the ripening season. Other ear- Veraison is now complete in the test run on Aug. 22 was followed Yountville hosts the Napa Valley Cowboy Music and Poetry M healthy canopies and plenty of lier varietals used these hot days Cabernet and flavors are devel- 1 vine growth. Flavors are coming to accumulate some sugar and I oping nicely in the other red va- Please see HARVEST, Page B8 Gathering on Saturday, Sept. 7. COMMUNITY B4 | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2019 ST. HELENA STAR UPVALLEY WEATHER Looking ahead Precipitation Date High Low Forecast (Year runs July 1-June 30. Thursday, Sept. 5 87 54 Sunny Yearly normal is 34.80”) Friday, Sept. 6 90 54 Partly cloudy Saturday, Sept. 7 86 56 Mostly sunny Sept. to date 0” Sunday, Sept. 8 87 55 Sunny 2018-2019 total 53.77” Monday, Sept. 9 87 54 Sunny Wettest Sept. 3.66” (1959) Tuesday, Sept. 10 85 54 Sunny Driest Sept. 0” (various) Wednesday, Sept. 11 85 55 Mostly sunny Bell Canyon Reservoir level as of Sept. 2: 73.9 percent of Last week full capacity Date High Low Rain Date High Low Rain September stats 8/27 97 59 0” 8/31 97 58 0” Avg. High 86 8/28 84 59 0” 9/1 97 60 0” Avg. Low 52 8/29 84 62 0” 9/2 94 60 0” CYNTHIA SWEENEY, STAR Mean 69 8/30 93 54 0” Record High 113 (1955) LIVES OF THE VINES Record Low 35 (1934) Forecasts are from Weather.com. A view of the Mayacamas Mountains from the porch of 1881 Napa in Oakville. Avg. Precip. 0.28”

AUNT HELENA The joy of hot peppers at the oyal police log readers ply was named one of “The Best know there’s still one more Places to Work in the North L Australian shepherd on the Bay” by the North Bay Business loose in St. Helena. Cameran Journal. The business donates St. Helena Farmers’ Market Pridmore of Capell Creek a portion of its profits to build Ranch and Kennels is rehabili- strong families and affordable first met Vince Tristano of tating five of the captured dogs housing, and employees receive Santa Rosa’s Triple T Ranch in Pope Valley by offering them eight paid volunteer hours a year Iand Farm many years ago, as the training, socialization, vac- to dedicate to a philanthropic I was ogling his bounty of hot cinations, veterinary treatment organization. peppers. This multi-generation and love they need to become *** farming family has been grow- suitable for adoption. In a Face- Water-conscious gardeners ing organic produce since 1983. book fundraiser, Cameran writes love succulents, and nobody There were ghosts that she’s “a bit overwhelmed knows succulents like the UC KELLY HARDEN and habañeros, ja- but we’ve got this. Thank you Master Gardeners, who will lapeños and cherry again to all that have donated. It share some growing tips at bombs, serrano all adds up. Five dogs is a lot and 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, at peppers and so on. The colors! the time involved is nuts.” She’d the St. Helena Public Library. The shapes and sizes, peppers raised $2,055 as of Monday. To Bring some succulents to share are incredibly beautiful and pack donate, search for “Mini Ausie or trade and go home with a such marvelous fiery promise. Rescue” or Cameran Pridmore lovely plant. With some frightful peppers on Facebook. *** named Carolina Reaper, Trinidad *** Something tells me this is Scorpion, and Komodo Dragon, I assume Cameran is aware going to draw quite a crowd. just to name a few, you know that the Napa Valley Commu- The library is hosting a Latino these beauties are not mess- nity Foundation is accepting heritage celebration featuring ing around. We fell in love with grant proposals for the David Mariachi Jalisco, billed as the Vince’s peppers and hot sauces, and Jane Gotelli Family Fund, Bay Area’s premier mariachi and we were inspired. which aims to improve or sus- group, at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. When peppers come into sea- tain the welfare of small animals 12. The show will be in the park- son I buy them by the bowlful and in Napa County. The amount ing lot. Expect refreshments display them like art. And then available this year is $126,381, courtesy of the library’s Friends something wonderful happens and the deadline to apply is Oct. & Foundation and a wonderfully … Connor turns them into the 15. Find out more at napan- festive atmosphere. Plus, maria- most wicked and delicious hot valleycf.org. Before you apply, chi players always have the most sauces. We call them HardSwan you might want to attend an splendid outfits. hot sauces and they go by various informational session at 10 a.m. *** names indicating their peppery Tuesday, Sept. 10, at the Napa Did you know the Oakville origins. He once created a special Valley Community Foundation, Grocery is the oldest continually line for his colleagues, named 3299 Claremont Way, Suite 2 in operating grocery store in Cal- Vineyard Blend, Cellar Blend, Napa. ifornia? Historian Lin Weber and Hospitality Blend, and they SUBMITTED PHOTO *** does. She’ll share that and many featured hot peppers grown on Vince Tristano of Santa Rosa’s Triple T Ranch and Farm brings a wide Local singers will be praising other facts about the historic the stunning property where he variety of hot and fiery peppers to the St. Helena Farmers’ Market, which God with the help of Pacific business (founded in 1874) at works. They were all a big hit and is open from 7:30 a.m. to noon, Fridays through Oct. 25 at Crane Park. Union College’s magnificent 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, at you might be able to guess which Rieger organ at 4 p.m. Saturday, Rianda House. RSVP to 963- of the three packed the most heat. and hot peppers alike, make sure great tips to share, as well as a de- Sept. 21. Hymns will be selected 8555. The first HardSwan sauces to bring the kids to “Bilingual licious sample for you to taste and by local Adventist churches, and *** came about as we were headed Story Time” hosted by Rosa Ca- recipe to take home. performers will include guest Don’t ask me how she ar- to Ireland in October 2015 and I chu, Outreach Specialist for Up- The St. Helena Farmers’ Market organist Malcolm Anderson, ranged it, but Cameo Cinema simply could not bear for the col- Valley Family Centers, from 9:30 is held every Friday through Oct. PUC Prep school choirs, Paulin proprietor Cathy Buck is host- orful bowl of hot peppers to go by to 10 a.m. and “Eat a Rainbow” 25 in Crane Park from 7:30 a.m. Center string ensembles and ing an advance showing of the the wayside. They did not and a kids’ projects hosted by our own to noon. For the most up-to-date violinist LeRoy Peterson. A “Downton Abbey” movie at scrumptious tradition was born. Market Educator, Arwen Gallen- information, visit us at sthelena- reception will follow in the PUC 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12. That’s It’s a good thing our families also kamp, from 9 to 10 a.m. farmersmkt.org or follow us on Fireside Room. Admission is free. a full eight days before the offi- enjoy the heat, as they are bound Don’t miss the much-antic- Facebook and Instagram. *** cial premiere on Sept. 20. Fans to open a HardSwan vertical every ipated demonstration by Jeff One of St. Helena’s go-to will also have a chance to enjoy Christmas. Mosher, executive chef at Robert Kelly Harden is a member of the St. local-serving businesses is a suitably posh afternoon tea at This Friday while you admire Mondavi Winery, at our Chef’s Helena Farmers’ Market Board of winning regional accolades. 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22, before the colors and flavors of the sweet Table at 10:30 a.m. Jeff will have Directors. Central Valley Builders Sup- the 2 p.m. showing.

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Senior Activity Center, 1475 Main St., St. dinner, local wines, an honest-to-good- 14 million copies of his comedy albums loyal following his one-man shows and has Calendar Helena, at 9:30 a.m. on the following Fri- ness honky-tonk band from Texas, and a and has been nominated for two Gram- been featured on Fox News and CNN. Tick- days: Sept. 13, Sept. 20, and Sept. 27. live auction to support Connolly Ranch’s mys. Tickets are $80-$100. Info, uptown- From B3 ets are $35-$55. Info, lincolntheater.com. The free classes are open to both new- educational programs. Tickets are $195. theatrenapa.com; 259-0123. NAPA VALLEY DIXIELAND GUITARIST JIM MESSINA IN NAPA comers and those more experienced in Info, connollyranch.org. ‘SPIRITS OF ST. HELENA’ CEMETERY Guitarist Jim Messina performs the JAZZ SOCIETY meditation. To RSVP, call 963-8555. ‘CRUSH DANCE PARTY’ IN NAPA DISCOVERY WALK Uptown Theatre, 1350 Third St., Napa, The Napa Valley Dixieland Jazz Society A SALUTE TO THE EAGLES The Napa Ballroom and Social Danc- The stories of French winemakers, por- on Sunday, Sept. 29, at 8 p.m. Messina performs from 1-4 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 8, Hotel California, an Eagles tribute band, ers invite you to a “Crush Dance Party” trayed by St. Helena High School Drama was the bass player in the legendary band at Grant Hall at the California Veterans performs at the Uptown Theatre, 1350 from 7-10 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Club students, will be featured during the Buffalo Springfield. Tickets are $40-$60. Home – Yountville, 100 California Drive, Third St., Napa, on Friday, Sept. 13, at Napa Adult Activity Center, 1500 Jeffer- St. Helena Historical Society’s 17th annual Yountville. Admission is $15; free for Vet- 8 p.m. For more than two decades, Ho- son St. in Napa. An American Waltz will “Spirits of St. Helena” Cemetery Discov- Info, uptowntheatrenapa.com; 259-0123. erans Home residents. Info, napatradjazz. tel California has touched the hearts be taught by Ted Rocha at 7 p.m. Dance ery Walk on Sunday, Sept. 22, from 1-4 THE FEELIN’ ALRIGHT TOUR org; 939-9018. of fans all over the world, by faithfully until 10 p.m. to the Jack Pollard Party of p.m. Tours depart from the front gate at Singer and guitarist Dave Mason brings GROWING SUCCULENT PLANTS and accurately reproducing the Grammy Four and his repertoire of ballroom, rock, 1 and 2 p.m. Each tour will visit selected The Feelin’ Alright Tour to the Napa Val- The Napa County Master Gardeners award-winning sounds of the Eagles. Tick- country, Latin, salsa, blues and waltz. gravesites on the St. Helena Cemetery ley Performing Arts Center at Lincoln The- present a workshop about growing suc- ets are $25-$42. Info, uptowntheatrenapa. Members are free, guests and public ad- grounds. The cemetery is located at 2461 ater, 100 California Drive, Yountville on culents on Tuesday, Sept. 10 at the St. com; 259-0123. mission $15 at the door. Beer and wine Spring St. Tours will take place rain or Wednesday, Oct. 2, at 8 p.m. Best known Helena Public Library, 1492 Library Lane, CCAT HOSTS CAT BINGO on sale at our no host bar. Free and ac- shine. Please wear comfortable walking for his soulful voice and unsurpassed gui- at 5:30 p.m. Learn about different kinds Calistoga’s Cat Action Team of Napa/ cessible parking available. shoes. Admission is $10; Info, call 707- tar playing, Mason was inducted into the of succulents and how their fun shapes Sonoma hosts Cat Bingo on Saturday, CASCADA DE FLORES 967-5502; email [email protected]; Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a founding and colors can combine into beautiful liv- visit shstory.org; or find the St. Helena Sept. 14, from 4-7 p.m., at St. Luke’s Epis- Cascada de Flores have been re-imagin- member of the group Traffic and contin- ing bouquets. Free admission. Info, shpl. copal Church, 1504 Myrtle St., Calistoga. Historical Society on Facebook. ing Mexican traditions for years and bring ues performing as a solo artist with sold- org; 963-5244. Besides bingo, the event includes wine, their show “The Treasures of Aquiles” to ‘THE SPIRIT OF CALIFORNIA out shows. Mason will be joined by Richie CINEMA UNDER THE STARS dinner, refreshments, prizes and a silent the St. Helena Public Library, 1492 Library ARCHITECTURE’ Furay, who was inducted into the Rock The Culinary Institute of America at Co- auction. Tickets are $45. Info, calicat.org. Lane, on Tuesday, Sept. 17, at 4:30 p.m. History enthusiast Jay Green presents and Roll Hall of Fame for his work with pia, 500 First St., Napa, is hosting a sum- VINTAGE AIRCRAFT DISPLAY Sing, dance and play with Cascada de “Julia Morgan & Bernard Maybeck: The mer film series every Tuesday through Napa County Airport, 2030 Airport Flores during this family-friendly show. Spirit of California Architecture” at the St. Buffalo Springfield. Tickets are $40-$80. October at 7:45 p.m. Bring a blanket Road, Napa, hosts a vintage aircraft dis- Free admission. Info, shpl.org; 963-5244. Helena Public Library, 1492 Library Lane, Info, lincolntheater.com. and cozy up with friends and loved ones play on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. ‘DOCTOR’S RESIDENCE’ on Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 5 p.m. Motivated HYPROV: IMPROV UNDER HYPNOSIS as you enjoy a different film each week, 14-15, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. An escort will Upstage Napa Valley presents “Doc- by the flourishing Arts and Crafts Move- Comedian Colin Mochrie (“Whose Line along with snacks and beverages avail- meet you at and stay with you during the tor’s Residence” at the St. Helena Public ment and the destruction caused by the Is It, Anyway?”) teams with master hypno- able for purchase. The featured film for tour. Visitors should meet in front of the Library, 1492 Library Lane, on Thursday, great earthquake and fire in San Fran- tist Asas Mecci for Hyprov: Improv Under Tuesday, Sept. 10 is the dramedy “A Gate H sign next to the Napa Jet Center. Sept. 19, at 6:30 p.m. “Doctor’s Resi- cisco, two young architects began their Hypnosis on Thursday, Oct. 3, at Napa League of Their Own,” starring Geena Free admission. Info, 944-9236. dence” was written by local playwright careers and soon left their mark on the Valley Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Davis and Tom Hanks. All movies start MADS TOLLING TRIO Richard Uhlig. The play is a humorous public buildings and residences we take Theater, 100 California Drive, Yountville, at sundown; times may depend on the joy in today. Free admission. Info, shpl. AT THE WHITE BARN memoir about growing up in a small ru- at 8 p.m. Hypnosis and improv – two art season. Upcoming films: “Fantastic Mr. org; 963-5244. The Mads Tolling Trio performs at The ral Kansas town, where his father was the forms that have mystified and entertained Fox” (Sept. 17); and “Roll Bounce” (Sept. local doctor. Wine and appetizers will be THE GREAT LIBRARY BAKE OFF White Barn, 2727 Sulphur Springs Ave., St. fans, skeptics and everyone in between 24). Free admission. Info, ciaatcopia.com/ Helena, on Saturday, Sept. 14, at 8 p.m. served. Free admission; donations ac- The St. Helena Public Library, 1492 Li- for decades worldwide – come together cinema-under-the-stars. The versatile trio led by Danish-American cepted. Info, shpl.org; 963-5244. brary Lane, hosts the Great Library Bake as two masters of their crafts unite for a KIDS’ MATINEE AT THE LIBRARY violinist Mads Tolling will lead the audi- SUNSET CINEMA AT Off on Thursday, Sept. 26, at 7 p.m. Lo- The St. Helena Public Library, 1492 Li- ence through a kaleidoscope of genres, CHARLES KRUG WINERY cals are invited to compete in four catego- totally unique comedy experience. Tick- brary Lane, screens a family movie each from new covers of the American song- Charles Krug Winery, in collaboration ries: cakes, cookies, pastries, and breads. ets are $35-$65. Info, lincolntheater.com. Wednesday at 3 p.m. as part of its on- book standards to Latin jazz winners, to with the Napa Valley Film Festival, hosts Registration forms are available at the li- LONG MEADOW RANCH going Kids’ Matinee series. Free admis- blues, and swing. Tickets ($30) may be Sunset Cinema 2019, a summer film se- brary and must be returned by Sept. 24. ALL STAR BIG BAND sion. Info, shpl.org; 963-5244. purchased at brownpapertickets.com. ries, which concludes on Friday, Sept. 20 Free admission. Info, shpl.org; 963-5244. The Long Meadow Ranch All Star Big FAA WRITTEN EXAM STUDY SESSION Info, 987-8225. with a screening of “Summer ’03,” star- ADAM CAROLLA AT THE UPTOWN Band, a 20-player big band drawn from The Napa Experimental Airport Asso- SUNRISE HORSE RESCUE’S ring Joey King, Paul Scheer and Andrea Adam Carolla brings his show “Adam an internationally accomplished group ciation, Chapter 167, hosts a free group HARVEST OF HOPE Savage. The event opens at 6:30 p.m., Carolla is Unprepared” to the Uptown of musicians, performs Sunday, Oct. 6, study session to help people prepare Sunrise Horse Rescue’s annual Harvest with the film shown at sunset. Synop- Theatre, 1350 Third St., Napa, on Friday, at Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch, for the FAA Written Pilot’s exam at the of Hope fundraiser returns to Calistoga’s sis: A 16-year-old girl and her extended Sept. 27, at 8 p.m. Carolla is a comedian, 738 Main St., St. Helena, at 4:30 p.m. Napa Airport Terminal Building Confer- Blossom Creek Farm, 3547 Highway 128 family are left reeling after her calculat- actor, radio personality, television host Tickets are $50-$60. Info, longmead- ence Room, 2030 Airport Road, Napa, ing grandmother unveils an array of se- and New York Times best-selling author. , on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 4-9 p.m. owranch.com/things-to-do/bands/ on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 7:30 p.m. There will be silent and live auctions, crets on her deathbed. Admission is $10. He currently hosts “The Adam Carolla lmr-all-star-big-band-2019. Info, eaa167.org; [email protected]. a concert by Philip Claypool, dinner by Info, sunsetcinema2019.eventbrite.com. Show,” which holds the Guinness Book NAPA COUNTY VET CONNECT Elaine Bell Catering, and horseback acro- HYMN SING FESTIVAL AT of World Records for “most downloaded LISA PEDACE Vet Connect is held Thursday, Sept. batics courtesy of the Tambourine Vault- PACIFIC UNION COLLEGE podcast.” Tickets are $80-$100. Info, up- Comedian Lisa Pedace performs at 12, at Napa County Veteran Services Of- ers. Tickets ($225) are available at sun- Angwin’s Pacific Union College invites towntheatrenapa.com; 259-0123. Charles Krug Winery, 2800 Main St., St. fice, 650 Imperial Way, Napa, from 9 a.m.- risehorserescue.org. the public to join the Hymn Sing Festival, CRUSHERS OF COMEDY SHOW Helena, on Friday, Oct. 11, at 7:30. Tick- noon. Vet Connect is a one-stop shop to TAMBER BEY HOLDS FUNDRAISER featuring musical numbers on the Rieger Crushers of Comedy present “Crazy ets are $20-$28. Info, crushersofcomedy. connect veterans to local resources and Tamber Bey’s Sundance Ranch in Cal- organ, at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21 in Rich Wines” on Saturday, Sept. 28, at com/september-28.html. services. Info, 253-4558; countyofnapa. istoga hosts a fundraiser benefitting the the college church, 10 Angwin Ave., An- Charles Krug Winery, 2800 Main St., St. LEO DAN org/HHSA/VeteransServices. Arabian Horsemens Distress Fund on gwin. Organist Malcolm Anderson will Helena, from noon-4 p.m. Featured come- Latin American singer-songwriter Leo LATINO HERITAGE CELEBRATION Saturday, Sept. 14, from 6-10 p.m. Tick- be joined in the concert by the PUC Prep dians include Kevin Camia, Helen Hong, Dan performs at Napa Valley Performing The St. Helena Public Library, 1492 Li- ets ($250) include dinner, wine, a meet- School Choir (John Gilley, conductor), Sierra Katow, Astuko Okatsuka, Aidan Arts Center at Lincoln Theater, 100 Cali- brary Lane, invites the community to a cul- and-greet with horses, and details about the PUC Paulin Center String Ensemble Park and Jenny Yang. Tickets are $42- fornia Drive, Yountville, on Sunday, Oct. tural celebration on Thursday, Sept. 12, the fund, which was established in 2005 (Linda Marks, conductor) and violinist $52. Info, crushersofcomedy.com/sep- 20, at 7 p.m. Dan has composed more at 7 p.m. Celebrate Latino heritage during when Arabian horse trainer Ron Cop- LeRoy Peterson. A reception follows in tember-28.html. than 3,000 songs, and he has sold more a performance by Mariachi Jalisco. Foods ple was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgk- the Fireside Room. Free admission. Info, STAR SPANGLED BANTER than 55 million records in his career. Tick- from Mexico and Latin America will also ins Lymphoma. Tickets are available at pucchurch.org. COMEDY TOUR be shared during this event. Free admis- Eventbrite.com. COMEDIAN RON WHITE AT UPTOWN Chad Prather brings his Star Spangled ets are $39-$99. Info, lincolntheater.com. sion. Info, shpl.org; 963-5244. 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OBITUARIES Lt. Col. Bernard Joseph Vash Donald William McGrath 1928—2019 1931—2019 Lt. Col. Bernard Joseph Don McGrath, longtime Vash passed away peace- Napa Valley vintner, elec- fully on Sunday, August 25, tric-car pioneer, metal- 2019. Born in Racine, Wis- lurgist, and world traveler consin on June 23, 1928 as passed away July 22nd in the oldest of five children San Diego County after a to Joseph and Evelyn Vash, brief battle with cancer Bernard joined the U.S. at age 88. Born January 8, Air Force in 1949. Over the 1931, in Cleveland, Ohio to SUBMITTED PHOTO course of his continuous Mac and Emma McGrath, A few of the greeters and volunteers at St. Helena’s Rianda 21-year military career, Don attended Alliance House Senior Activity Center include Mary Larson, from Bernard executed almost High School where grad- left, Kathy Carrick, Bob Beckstrom and Jule Grant. 7000 hours of flying time, uated valedictorian. He of which 3000 were combat also attended and gradu- crew time. Kicking off his ated from Massachusetts Three Upvalley events highly-decorated service as Institute of Technology in a Hurricane Hunter flying B-27s in the 57th Strategic Boston with a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical En- to celebrate Elderhood Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, Bernard received gineering. He was a member of MIT’s Department of many military accomplishments such as the Superior Materials Science and Engineering. He crewed on the For decades, Americans Ph.D., an oral historian Airmanship Award from the Boeing Aircraft Company rowing team and was a Kappa Sigma. Don served in the have defined cohorts of with the UC Berkeley for his 1000 hours in the B-47 aircraft as a part of the army during the Korean war as a lieutenant stationed people of similar ages and Bancroft Library joins us Strategic Air Command, the Cigli Air Base Command- in Japan in 1955, along with his brother Stanley who distinctive sets of values in Yountville for “Oral er’s Trophy an unprecedented four times, the 2nd Air was killed in a military vehicle accident. Don provided by names that take on lives Histories: Creating a and personalities of their Narrative Legacy.” Dr. Force Commendation Medal, and the Air Force Medal a military escort for his brother from Okinawa back to own. From the Greatest Eardley-Pryor will share for Meritorious Service. When asked about his experi- Alliance, Ohio. Generation and the Baby his techniques and the ence in the U.S. Military, Bernard quoted his experience He received his post-graduate degree from Rens- Boomers to Gen-Xers, importance of creating as “a full measure of satisfaction in serving the greatest selaer Polytechnic Institute-where he met his wife Millennials and the cur- legacy stories that can be country in the world.” Lidia, a native of Barcelona, who introduced him to rent Generation Z, these enjoyed by future gener- After retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel, Bernard moved a Mediterranean lifestyle, which included wine with groups have evolved to ations. to the Bay Area to start his 2nd career as an executive at most meals. They set up their first home near Lake Po- leave their unique stamps Located at the Yount- Visa. A resident San Franciscan for 45 years while mar- cotopaug in Connecticut where Don was employed by on society. ville Community Center, ried to his first wife, Magdalena, who passed away in Pratt and Whitney aircraft. After relocating to Torrance In the Upper Napa Val- 6516 Washington St., the the 1980s, Bernard officially moved to the wine country in southern California in the early1960s , Don worked ley, Rianda House and the event is free of charge and when he met and later married his second wife, Eliz- as a metallurgical engineer in the aerospace industry, UpValley Village are work- light refreshments will be ing together to support served. abeth Couse. while further developing his interest, in winemaking. and celebrate Elderhood, To close out the Elder- As a member of the Presidio Yacht Club, San Fran- Eventually he purchased a five-acre ranch in Napa Val- the new and vibrant gen- hood festivities, Dr. Lou- cisco Metropolitan Club and Knights of Saint John’s, ley’s quaint town of St. Helena in 1977. Don divided his eration of adults over the ise Aronson, a renowned Bernard is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, along with time between growing grapes in northern California age of 65 who, unlike their geriatrician and author, his three children, Freda, Bernard Jr., and Edgar, and his and working full-time in the southern part of the state. predecessors, are active, returns to Napa Valley on grandson, Bernard Vash, III. An avid story teller, sailor Eventually, the commute demanded he make a choice engaged and living longer Monday, Oct. 28 from 3 to and wine enthusiast, Bernard will be greatly missed. and he chose to be a vintner, taking early retirement lives to their fullest. 4:30 p.m., for an author While Bernard will have an official military burial ser- from Garrett AiResearch to grow grapes and make wine Thanks to a generous talk and book signing vice in the coming months at Arlington National Cem- full time. He built a winery on the St. Helena property grant from the Lois Swan- around her new book, “El- etery, a local prayer service will be held on Bernard’s and founded Villa Helena Winery in 1984, which he son Fund at the Crescent derhood: Redefining Ag- Porter Hale Foundation, ing.” DAronson’s program behalf this Sunday, September 8 at Grace Episcopal operated until 2001. As with other interests and en- a three-part celebration will take place at the Cal- Church during the 8:00 AM Rite I Eucharist service. deavors, Don immersed himself in the culture of the of Elderhood will begin istoga Community Center, Those who knew Bernard are particularly encouraged wine business, taking pertinent courses at UC Davis on Wednesday, Sept. 18 1307 Washington St. This to attend; all are welcome. and became active in the winemaking community. from 2-4 p.m., with a event is free of charge with He was able to apply his intellect in chemistry to his Cameo Cinema screen- light refreshments served. WINE OF THE WEEK winemaking skills, which resulted in earning him gold ing of “Lives Well Lived,” As the UpValley’s only medals and distinction. He eventually became a judge a documentary film cel- senior activity center, at various wine tasting competitions. McGrath served ebrating the secrets, wit Rianda House provides Kunde 2017 Sauvignon Blanc, as president of the prestigious Napa Valley Wine Li- and wisdom of age. The 1,000 or more UpValley brary Association and remained an active member and film, which encompasses adults, 50 – 100 years Sonoma attendee of the annual Library Tasting Event. A fan of more than 3,000 years of young, with engaging hike up and around Gravenstein apples, lemon memories and personal weekly wellness, educa- a forested trail in and mango fruit. TIPS is Rhone varietal wines and grapes, Don was a founding histories from 40 adults tional and social activities ASugarloaf Ridge State a fun, chic hangout that member and served as treasurer of the Rhone Rangers ages 75-100, will make plus links to local senior Park in Kenwood left us includes a long, inviting in the 1990s. you laugh and cry while resources (riandahouse. hot, famished and dusty bar and outside patio area Despite his success in winemaking, Don’s curiosity inspiring you to live life to org). this past Sunday. On the with live music. They offer and sense of adventure inspired him to pursue other the fullest. The UpValley Village, a long road free corkage on the first challenges, which included being a pioneer and in- Following the movie, Collabria Care program, is leading bottle of wine if it comes tellectual contributor and writer in the early years guests will be treated to a membership-based ser- out of the from Kenwood (after that, of the development of electric vehicles. In 2002, as a an onscreen live question vice that provides easy ac- park, TIPS it’s $20). I’ll hike for all hobby project, he converted a vintage 1975 Fiat X 1-9 and answer period with cess to in-home services Roadside that, any day. from gas to an EV. He was one of the first consumers filmmaker Sky Bergman. and events that support appeared Admission is $6 and in- an older adults’ ability to like an oa- Catherine Bugue is the Star’s to buy a Sparrow, the world’s first single passenger EV. Don was also a member of the North Bay Electric Auto cludes complimentary comfortably and safely CATHERINE sis: it was tasting panel writer. Her wine served before the stay in their homes while BUGUE open; it was weekly pursuit of a good Association, (an affiliate of the national Electric Auto movie. Advance tickets remaining connected to air-condi- glass of wine provides a nice Association). are available at the Cameo the community. For more tioned; and supply of choices for the His passion for making wine never waned, even after Cinema or online: cameo- information, and to RSVP the menu was packed with Wine of the Week column. If selling Villa Helena Winery, Don partnered with a St. cinema.com. for the Oct. 3 and Oct. 28 tempting choices. The you’d like to submit a Napa Helena neighbor to launch Tesouro Port Cellars and The celebration con- events, contact Myrna Da- grilled peach and burrata Valley wine for this column, continued to enjoy making wine. tinues on Thursday, Oct. vid of the UpValley Village salad is crave-inducing, please send it to the Napa Don’s other interests and accomplishments include 3 from 5-6:30 p.m., when at 707-815-0217 or mda- and this Kunde Sauvignon Valley Wine Academy, 2501 presiding over the MIT Club of Southern California as Roger Eardley-Pryor, [email protected]. Blanc worked in tandem Oak St., Napa, CA 94559. president, being a reporter for EV News and extensive with the cool inside air to There’s no guarantee your quell the sizzling heat. wine will be chosen to be travel throughout his life. Considered a renaissance The wine is a refreshing featured, but all wines will be man for his many talents and life experiences Mr. Mc- sip of juicy grapefruit, evaluated and considered. Grath was a great storyteller and generous host to his friends and family. Don is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lidia, son Visit our website: BIRTHS Douglas, daughter Laura (Mike) Fracchiolla, sister Jean Thomas, granddaughters Erin and Colleen, nephew sthelenastar.com Murphy — Amelia Ruth Murphy was born Aug. 18, Matt Thomas, nieces Emily Thomas, Carah Thom- 2019, at Adventist Health St. Helena to Joanna Parker as-Maskell and Leah Thomas. and Russell Murphy of Hidden Valley Lake. She weighed Don is predeceased by his mother, father, younger 9 pounds, 3 ounces. brother Stanley and nephew Eric Thomas. A Celebration of Life service is planned for Septem- ber 5, 2019, at 10:00 AM at Grand Traditions Gardens and Estates located at 220 Grand Tradition Way in Fall- ST.HELENA FITNESS brook, California.

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WEDDING BOCCE STANDINGS | WEEK 17 Densberger/Levesque Sunday Night Kiss My Palino 14 7 0 7 0.524 22 20 10 Team MP MW Tie ML Avg GW GL GB Small Vineyard 14 9 0 5 0.524 22 20 10 William and Elizabeth Niagra Balls 14 12 0 2 0.762 32 10 — Bella Bocce 14 6 0 8 0.500 21 21 11 Densberger would like to Balls On Ya 14 11 0 3 0.738 31 11 1 Off the Wall 14 7 0 7 0.500 21 21 11 announce the marriage Bocce Law 14 11 0 3 0.690 29 13 3 Bocce Perfecta 14 5 0 9 0.452 19 23 13 of their daughter Made- Oilers 14 9 0 5 0.643 27 15 5 Las Boccelistas 14 6 0 8 0.452 19 23 13 lyn Ford to Beau Raymond Roll Models 14 11 0 3 0.643 27 15 5 Canolli Rollers 14 6 0 8 0.405 17 25 15 Levesque, son of Janis and Roll’em and Weep 14 9 0 5 0.643 27 15 5 La Dolce Vita 14 6 0 8 0.405 17 25 15 Brad Levesque. The cou- Bocce Buon Gusto 14 7 0 7 0.548 23 19 9 ple was married on the As Good As It Gets 15 6 0 9 0.400 18 27 15½ TFE 14 7 0 7 0.476 20 22 12 Bocce Blues 15 6 0 9 0.400 18 27 15½ evening of July 27, 2019 The Big Lebocce 14 7 0 7 0.452 19 23 13 in the Knights Valley. The I Vicini 14 5 0 9 0.381 16 26 16 Fuhgetabocce 14 5 0 9 0.429 18 24 14 wedding was officiated by Fog Dogs 14 3 0 11 0.286 12 30 20 Stacked 14 6 0 8 0.429 18 24 14 Coach Rick Croy, followed Thursday Night by a reception overlook- No balls to the Wall 14 4 0 10 0.381 16 26 16 Team MP MW Tie ML Avg GW GL GB ing Mount St. Helena. The Champagne Charlie 14 4 0 10 0.310 13 29 19 Hone Dogs 16 16 0 0 0.958 46 2 — newlyweds are currently Free Ballin’ 14 3 0 11 0.310 13 29 19 Paisans 15 14 0 1 0.889 40 5 3½ living in Brooklyn, New Madelyn Ford and Beau Saucy Balls 14 4 0 10 0.310 13 29 19 99 Problems, Ball Busters 14 2 0 12 0.238 10 32 22 York where Beau is begin- Raymond Levesque Bocce Aint One 15 11 0 4 0.667 30 15 14 Monday Night ning his second year as a Hi Ballers 15 11 0 4 0.667 30 15 14 Team MP MW Tie ML Avg GW GL GB Player Development Coach Advisor at Compass Real Casino Cowboys 15 9 0 6 0.644 29 16 15 with the Brooklyn Nets and Estate. The honeymoon Tainter Street Beetles 14 11 0 3 0.738 31 11 — Boccismo 15 10 0 5 0.600 27 18 17 Madelyn is entering her is being planned for the Stop, Drop, & Roll 14 10 0 4 0.690 29 13 2 second year as a Marketing Summer of 2020. The Berryessa Non Famiglia Headhunters 14 10 0 4 0.690 29 13 2 Di Robert Mondavi 15 9 0 6 0.556 25 20 19 Dirty Dozen 14 9 0 5 0.595 25 17 6 Four Play 15 9 0 6 0.533 24 21 20 Ball Droppers 14 9 0 5 0.571 24 18 7 Joanie Loves Bocce 15 5 0 10 0.400 18 27 26 Inglenook 14 9 0 5 0.571 24 18 7 Sand Crabs 15 6 0 9 0.400 18 27 26 Larkmead prepares DeBoccery 14 9 0 5 0.548 23 19 8 Vino Pallino 15 7 0 8 0.400 18 27 26 Viva Bocce 14 7 0 7 0.548 23 19 8 Better Lucky Painkillers 14 7 0 7 0.476 20 22 11 Than Good 15 4 0 11 0.378 17 28 27 for climate change Here for the Gamling & McDuck Mac & Bocceese 14 6 0 8 0.452 19 23 12 Bocce Club 15 4 0 11 0.356 16 29 28 Parriott Motors Rollers 14 5 0 9 0.452 19 23 12 Tipsy Moonshiners 15 5 0 10 0.341 15 29 28½ As one of the world’s top Family-owned Holy Rollers 15 5 0 10 0.318 14 30 29½ wine regions, we need to Chewbocce 14 6 0 8 0.429 18 24 13 Palino Noir 15 1 1 13 0.227 10 34 33½ estate establishes research and plan for in- Dusty Balls 14 5 0 9 0.405 17 25 14 evitable warmer tempera- Casino Zombies 14 4 0 10 0.333 14 28 17 Bocce Be Crazy 15 1 1 13 0.114 5 39 39 a research block tures. Napa Valley will Ball Y’all 14 3 0 11 0.286 12 30 19 Friday Night continue to lead the way in Oopsies 14 2 0 12 0.214 9 33 22 Team MP MW Tie ML Avg GW GL GB Calistoga’s Larkmead research and sustainability Tuesday Night Number Crunchers 15 14 0 1 0.844 38 7 — Vineyards, celebrating its and we are carrying on the Team MP MW Tie ML Avg GW GL GB Know Your Roll 15 11 0 4 0.689 31 14 7 125th anniversary in 2020, legacy of experimentation Olive Oilers 15 14 0 1 0.911 41 4 — Il Palino 15 10 0 5 0.667 30 15 8 is planting a research block and trial here at Lark- Andiamo 15 13 0 2 0.711 32 13 9 Gruppo di Grappa 15 11 0 4 0.622 28 17 10 to prepare for the next 125 mead.” Sharpshooters 15 11 0 4 0.711 32 13 9 Whinealot 16 11 0 5 0.583 28 20 12 years of Napa Valley viti- Lark- Grapestompers 15 11 0 4 0.689 31 14 10 Dudes & Divas 15 9 0 6 0.578 26 19 12 culture. mead Lucky Seven 16 13 0 3 0.667 32 16 11 Eudemonia 15 10 0 5 0.578 26 19 12 The Research Block at Vineyards Bada Bings 15 9 0 6 0.578 26 19 15 Amuni! 15 10 0 5 0.556 25 20 13 the Larkmead estate on has been in Balls Deep 15 7 0 8 0.556 25 20 16 Zingers 15 7 0 8 0.556 25 20 13 Larkmead Lane will host the hands Amigos Buenos 15 8 0 7 0.511 23 22 15 Grappa Girls 15 8 0 7 0.556 25 20 16 Rolling Stones 15 7 0 8 0.511 23 22 15 several different grape va- of the same Carpe Tuesday 15 7 0 8 0.467 21 24 20 rieties, clones, and root- family Felici Amici 15 4 0 11 0.378 17 28 21 Rigatoni 15 7 0 8 0.467 21 24 20 Main Street Patty’s 15 4 0 11 0.356 16 29 22 stocks for trial purposes since 1948. Solari Baker That’s How We Roll 15 7 0 8 0.444 20 25 21 Five Easy Pieces 15 5 0 10 0.333 15 30 23 as Napa Valley’s climate Current Modern Family 15 5 0 10 0.422 19 26 22 W.G.G 15 5 0 10 0.333 15 30 23 changes. propri- Pallinos 15 5 0 10 0.311 14 31 27 Bocculists 15 2 0 13 0.267 12 33 26 Founded in 1895, Lark- etors Cam Proven-nots 15 2 0 13 0.289 13 32 28 The Eight Balls 15 0 0 15 0.133 6 39 32 mead has a long history of Baker and The Misfits 15 5 0 10 0.289 13 32 28 Farmer’s Market League research and clonal trials. Kate Solari Team MP MW Tie ML Avg GW GL GB Dr. Harold Olmo of UC Baker have Rolling in the Deep 15 3 0 12 0.267 12 33 29 Joy Di Bocce 16 11 0 5 0.688 33 15 — Davis established a clonal worked Son of a B-occe 15 1 0 14 0.156 7 38 34 Free Agents 15 12 0 3 0.667 30 15 1 station at the Larkmead in recent Wednesday Night Wallbangers 14 9 0 5 0.571 24 18 5½ estate in the 1940s, where years to Team MP MW Tie ML Avg GW GL GB Hone Palino 15 8 0 7 0.556 25 20 6 he developed the wide- Baker fine-tune farmi-Obi-Denti 14 12 0 2 0.762 32 10 — Belle Donne 14 4 0 10 0.310 13 29 17 ly-planted Cabernet Sau- Lark- Quattro Stupidos 14 11 0 3 0.690 29 13 3 The New Chargers 14 0 0 14 0.167 7 35 23 vignon clone FPS 02. mead’s viticultural and Nesty Emptors 14 10 0 4 0.667 28 14 4 Key: MP: Matches played; MW: Matches won; Tie, Matches Commonly known as the cellar techniques for the Highballers 14 8 0 6 0.595 25 17 7 tied; ML: Matches lost; Avg: Percentage; GW: Games won; GL: “Oakville selection,” this 110-acre site, and Petroski On the Mark 14 7 0 7 0.571 24 18 8 Games lost; GB, games behind. clone was fundamental vinifies small lots accord- in establishing Cabernet ing to clonal selection and Sauvignon as a signature soil type. grape variety in California. The Research Block is “With the reality of on- Larkmead’s next step in Upstage Napa Valley presents ‘The Doctor’s Residence’ set climate change, Lark- the estate’s commitment mead is preparing for the to sustainable agriculture Who doesn’t have a wince-worthy Megan Whyte (Roberta); Danielle future of viticulture by and biodiversity, the press — or at least very poignant — mem- Devitt (Denise) and Clay Connaway dedicating three acres of release read. ory of that awkward age between (Sherlyn). their 110-acre estate to “In order to determine childhood and “young adult”? This is Richard Uhlig’s first play, plant grape varieties that the best path forward for Upstage Napa Valley is presenting although he has long been a suc- could be better suited to the future and for our a play reading, “The Doctor’s Resi- cessful screenwriter and author. He increasing average tem- unique climate and ter- dence” by local playwright Richard left rural Kansas to attend New York peratures,” a press release roir, we need to continue Uhlig, which captures a slice of those University in Manhattan, where he from the winery read. to experiment,” Maher “coming of age” feelings as experi- became a permanent New Yorker “As stewards of this in- said. “We’re planning on enced by a small-town-doctor’s son. until his move to St. Helena with his credible estate, it is our re- testing different varieties, Directed by Sharie Renault, the read- family in 2017. sponsibility to protect the rootstocks, cover crops, ing will be held Thursday, Sept. 19 at In the 1990s, while a student at land and preserve its ability and more. The goal is to the St. Helena Public Library. Wine NYU, Richard wrote, directed, and to produce quality wines have more biodiversity and appetizers will begin at 6:30 p.m. produced two award-winning short for future generations,” and climate resilient vine- to welcome guests before the play. A documentaries for PBS. He holds said proprietor Cam Baker. yards while continuing to $15 donation would be greatly appre- an MFA in Screenwriting from the The Research Block produce better and better ciated. American Film Institute and his is being spearheaded by wines.” After the performance, Uhlig will comedy and thriller screenplays winemaker Dan Petroski Beyond the Research discuss writing this humorous mem- have received numerous awards. and viticulturist Kelly Ma- Block, Larkmead will con- oir, which was inspired by growing up Richard produced and directed his her and will be supervised tinue to lead the conversa- in a small, rural Kansas town, where original short screenplay, “Can’t by vineyard manager Na- tion surrounding climate his father was the local doctor. While Dance,” which stars Saturday Night bor Camarena. change and its effects on it takes place in the 1980s, he jokes Fever’s Karen Lynn Gorney and Law The three-acre plot will the global wine industry that his small Kansas town was prob- and Order’s Catherine Wolf. “Can’t be planted to multiple her- through a series of events ably about 20 years behind California Dance” won the Founder’s Choice itage varieties, including at the estate. at that time. Award at the 2012 Queens World Chenin Blanc, Petite Sirah Hosted by winemaker For nearly four decades, director Film Festival. and Zinfandel, alongside Dan Petroski, these “Sa- Sharie Renault has turned mem- Richard is also the author of the new world, Mediterranean lons at Larkmead” are dis- bers of local communities into full- Random House-published young SUSAN FRENCH PHOTO varieties such as Aglianico, cussion-based forums for fledged actors. She’s selected seven adult novels, “Last Dance at The Local playwright Richard Uhlig, Tempranillo and Touriga fellow winemakers, indus- community actors for this per- Frost Queen” and “Boy Minus Girl.” photographed with his father’s medical Nacional. try leaders, and journalists formance: Jack Ramsey (Gramps); In 2015, his memoir/documentary My bag, will speak during Upstage Napa Petroski said, “Climate shaping the narrative on Deborah Todd (Grams); Chris Vance Kansas won Best In Fest at New York Valley’s reading of his play, “The change is very real and climate change and wine. (Charlie and Mike); Karl Parker (Doc); City’s Chain Film Festival. Doctor’s Residence.” already affects vintners around the world. The fact is, Cabernet Sauvignon may no longer be well- suited to Napa Valley’s climate in 20 to 30 years. REBATES STARTING AT

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THURSDAY PULPIT Does God ever change His mind?

od is represented in the Old Old Testament portrays God as Testament as never chang- unchanging, which He is. But G ing. In fact, in Malachi 3:6, He can and does alter His at- God speaks and titude towards people and His informs Israel, way of dealing with them. So “For I, the LORD, when the Bible states that “God do not change.” relented,” it simply means that Yet in Jonah He has changed His course, not 3:9-10, as the His mind. When God is said to entire city of “change His mind” it is simply a STEVE Nineveh repents modification for us. SAGER of their sin, the When we say, “God changed king of Nineveh His mind,” we are viewing the declares, “Who situation from the human per- knows, God may turn and relent spective. It appears to us that and withdraw His burning an- there has been a change in God ger so that we will not perish.” but what has actually changed is When God saw their deeds, that our conduct, our behavior. they turned from their wicked When we confess and repent way, then God relented concern- of our sins (to repent simply ing the calamity which He had means to “change direction”), DAVID STONEBERG PHOTOS, STAR declared He would bring upon it means we have changed, not Frank Pina, left, and Frank Emmolo shared a laugh as they sat in a five-wheeled John Deere gas-powered hauler them. And He did not do it.” God! that Pina was selling for $400. It was found under the grandstands at the school and the proceeds of the sale Is there a contradiction? Does A further example of this is will go to SHHS athletics. Pina and Emmolo have known each other for years, since they went to grammar God change His mind? found in 1 Samuel 15:11. Where school in Rutherford. The discussion can only move God speaks to Samuel and says, forward if we understand God’s “I regret that I have made Saul justice and judgment on human king, for he has turned back behavior. from following Me and has not On one hand you have God’s carried out My commands.” love and on the other you have King Saul was no longer the man God’s judgment. These are not he had once been. He had be- opposites as most people would come consistently disobedient. imagine. The opposite of judg- The Ninevites talked about in ment is apathy. For example, if Jonah 3:10, were just the oppo- a group of sixth-graders were site of Saul. They had repented. bullying a second-grader, ap- They had become obedient! athy would not intervene, but Therefore, it would have been love would. inconsistent of God not to have So how do you reconcile the “relented” and forgiven the two? Ninevites their sins. What most people fail to Jeremiah 18:7-10 explains grasp is that God’s judgment is God’s thinking for us, “At one an expression of His love. moment I might speak con- If we don’t believe in a God of cerning a nation or concerning This beautiful wood steering wheel is part of Nick Coy’s hand-built Model judgment there is no hope for a kingdom to uproot, to pull T Speedster with a Rajo head on top of the engine. Coy was in charge of The chrome Ford emblem from this our world. Why do I say that? down, or to destroy it; if that the Native Sons’ annual vehicle show, which included trucks, cars, Jeeps, dark blue 1941 Ford pickup truck, Who will hold us accountable? nation against which I have and a few tractors. It was held Aug. 22, 2019 at the Native Sons Hall on owned by Taini Wiig, epitomizes the Our culture? Our society? We spoken turns from its evil, I will Spring Street in St. Helena. beauty of the Fords from that era. ourselves? Historically, how relent concerning the calamity well has that worked out? I planned to bring on it. Or at We need a God of judgment another moment I might speak to define good and evil for us. concerning a nation or concern- Car show Then we need Him to hold us ing a kingdom to build up or to From B3 accountable to His definitions. plant it; if it does evil in My sight We must get to the place by not obeying My voice, then I May 18, St. Helena Historical where we believe that God’s will think better of the good with Society’s “Museum For A Day,” judgment of what is good and which I had promised to bless it.” where five families with links to evil is superior to our own. Only Let’s make this personal: If St. Helena’s history showed off then will we be able to under- you came to God in remorse and heirlooms and mementos and stand judgment as an expression child-like faith, confessing and shared family stories; of His love. repenting of your sins, would it May 4, St. Helena High God’s ultimate purpose for be inconsistent on God’s part to School’s Athletic Boosters held its the judgment of His people and not forgive you of your sins? The 15th annual Fajita Fest fundraiser; of those who do not believe, is answer is a resounding “yes!” April 17, St. Helena Ag always corrective, never pu- An unknown Scottish theo- Boosters’ annual Rib Feed Din- nitive. His heart is always to logian said, “Ultimately, divine ner and Ag Mechanics Auction, establish or restore relationship grace towards sinners cannot which raised more than $46,000 and launch or reconstruct fel- be understood. It doesn’t have for the 19 students who created lowship with people. 2 Peter 3:9 a reason, it simply reflects the unique projects for the auction; Sitting in Jack Varozza’s Willys Jeep is a mounted machine gun, which tells us that God’s heart is that way God is.” March 9, the fourth annual doesn’t fire nor swivel, but is sure a sight to behold. The machine gun no one would perish but that God does not change! We do. St. Helena Cooperative’s Ol’ was previously owned by the late Joe Potter, who was a St. Helena city everyone would come to repen- He will always respond to man’s School Dance Party, featuring the councilman. tance. change of heart. funk, soul and rock ’n’ roll sounds Yet in Jonah 3:10, the text of Con Brio; seems to indicate that God Steve Sager is the pastor of Feb. 1-2, the 42nd Annual “relented from the disaster Calvary Chapel St. Helena. They Crab Feed, sponsored by the that He had said that He would meet at the American Legion Hall Soroptimist International of St. bring upon them.” True, the on Sundays from 9:30-11 a.m. Helena, which honored eight local women for their lifetime of service to the community; Jan. 18, Soroptimist St. Hel- Round Pond Estate names ena Sunrise held bingo games with St. Helena Fire Chief John So- Robertson as director of marketing rensen calling the bingo numbers; Round Pond Estate owners A graduate of Virginia Tech, Dec. 1-2, the second annual Miles and Ryan MacDonnell Robertson also holds an MBA St. Helena Winter Market with a announced that from Sonoma State University. selection of handmade and dis- Erin Robertson She most recently worked at Ste. tinct gifts, clothing, foodstuffs has joined the Michelle Wine Estates, based at and household treasures. winery as direc- Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars in Napa. Additionally, many groups rent tor of marketing. She has previously worked for the hall for their meetings, in- Robertson will Laird Family Estate, Grail Wine cluding St. Helena Rotary Club, be responsible Selections and The Robins Cellars Improved Order of Redmen, for all marketing in marketing and sales positions. Pocahontas and Sons of Italy. Robertson efforts for Round The Cypress Group, an ex- Pond Estate in- ecutive search firm based in St. Editor’s Note: Mariam Hansen, Rich Dudley of Napa brought his modified 1936 Ford pickup truck to the cluding marketing strategy, Helena focused on the wine in- Star freelance writer and research annual Native Sons’ car show, which was held Aug. 22. Dudley said he first branding, promotion, public re- dustry, facilitated Robertson’s director of the St. Helena Historical drove the Ford pickup truck when he was 12. He found it in a field, bought lations, digital and social media appointment. Society, contributed to this article. it in 1962 and years later, he restored and modified it. marketing. Info: roundpond.com

Oakville — Jennifer Rue, in for a high-quality vintage.” ich was working on Sauvignon weather has been perfect and the Harvest Oakville Ranch Vineyards — “If Atlas Peak – Mark Castaldi, Blanc from Yountville but no reds grapes are advancing at a mod- From B3 you listen closely, you’ll hear a Acumen Wines — “Our area from Stags Leap District yet. At erate pace as the last touch-up few rumblings of white grapes dodged the typical Labor Day heat Chimney Rock, we also enjoyed passes to drop fruit continue. by a break until Aug. 28. The pace getting picked in Oakville. Cam- event. We are getting results from a long Labor Day weekend and Very little activity in the area of harvest has quickly gone to a eron Parry, winemaker at Groth, our maturity sampling that look we probably have another two with no signs of picking going on sprint as we schedule pick dates reports their ﬁrst Oakville fruit, very nice going into the month of weeks before anything is ready. yet. We are poised for our Sau- and max out press capacity. The Sauvignon Blanc, will be com- September. Overall acid levels are We all agree that this is lovely vignon Blanc at the end of this weather has been providing us ing in toward the middle of this still high, but our malic acid is re- ripening weather for Cabernet week to get the party started, with perfect ripening conditions week. Still, with north of 80% spiring fast, which should lead to Sauvignon!” maybe a little Coombsville Pi- and it looks that we will have of Oakville planted to red vari- a little earlier harvest than previ- Oak Knoll District — Jon not Noir for a client but it will most of our Sauvignon Blanc in etals, most of the fruit arriving ously expected. First reds are still Ruel, Trefethen Vineyards — “Af- be a few weeks before any reds by mid-September! Newly fer- at Oakville wineries is Pinot on track for the end of September, ter getting started in August, we come in. With weather like this, menting tanks are showing an Noir or Sangiovese for rosé and with our Sauvignon Blanc antic- will be ramping up to full-speed it’s hard to complain but there is abundance of deliciousness as earlier ripening white varieties ipated well before then.” with Chardonnay quite soon. the back end to be aware of.” fermentations get started.” from other parts of, or just out- Stags Leap District — Eliz- The cool spring weather had Carneros — Christopher “And from the neighborhood, side of, the Napa Valley. What abeth Vianna, Chimney Rock us expecting a later than usual Hyde, Hyde Vineyards — “As Chris Phelps, from Inglenook, about the recent above-average Winery — “It was a quiet Labor harvest and that may hold for the weather in Carneros con- reports that, ‘Inglenook com- temperatures? Luckily even 2-3 Day weekend in Stags Leap Dis- the red varieties but our timing tinues to shift between warm pleted Sauvignon Blanc and Se- days of marine layer mornings trict for winemakers this year. for the white varieties, includ- and cooler patterns, things have millon harvest on Aug. 29: aver- before another handful of hot Michael Beaulac, winemaker ing Chardonnay and Riesling, slowed down over the Labor Day age yields, good acidity, moderate days brings respite and contin- at Pine Ridge Vineyards, says seems pretty typical. The recent weekend. Sparkling wine harvest Brix, all indicators of a refresh- ues the rolling weather pattern he was ‘just chilling on a long weather has been great but we are is in full swing, and ripening has ing, well-balanced 2019 wine. we’ve enjoyed to date in 2019. So weekend.’ They were busy train- keeping an eye on the long-term slowed down from the rapid pace With early blocks of Cabernet far, we’re seeing graceful ripening their international interns forecasts. Until all the grapes are we saw last week.” Sauvignon and Merlot at 22 Brix, ing: well-paced Brix increases, and he doesn’t see any fruit for picked, we are at the mercy of For real-time harvest photos we may only have a 10-day break acids holding nicely and excellent another 10 days on what he calls Mother Nature!” and updates, visit the Napa Valley before red wine winemaking is ﬂavor development even at low more of an ‘average yield year.’ At Coombsville — Tom Farella, Vintners’ Harvest 2019 website at M underway.’” Brix. It is an excellent sign we’re Silverado Vineyards Jon Emmer- Farella Vineyards — “The harvestnapa.com. 1