I am excited to welcome you to the Yountville Chamber of Commerce’s extended Enewsletter Blog! 

My name is Natalie Leighton and am I thrilled to be joining the Yountville Chamber of Commerce team as President and CEO. 

The Yountville Chamber of Commerce remains dedicated to our mission to enrich the vibrancy of our community. 

Is there information you’d like to see reflected in our Enewsletter? Email us your suggestions to [email protected] 

I look forward to seeing you around town! 

Natalie Leighton, President and CEO, Yountville Chamber of Commerce 

As we approach the new year, we’re sharing key updates from employment law experts to help your business stay compliant with new regulations taking effect in 2026. Some of these changes may require adjustments to your handbooks, pay practices, and workplace policies. For a deeper dive, we encourage you to join DP&F Employment Law’s annual Employment Law Update webinars on December 11th and January 13th. Details are below.

New California Laws – Effective 2026

California employers will see several important changes in 2026, including updated pay data reporting requirements, minimum wage increases, new tip theft protections, and restrictions on stay-or-pay training reimbursement contracts. Employers should review wage structures, update policies, and ensure compliance ahead of these changes.

DP&F will also cover ongoing employment law issues that continue to create challenges for employers.

Register for a webinar on either December 11, 2025, or January 13, 2026.

Join Mayor Mohler and special guest Santa for an enchanting evening as we count down to the town and tree lighting! Enjoy a festive holiday performance by the Napa High School Vocal Music Workshop.

Families are invited to join us at the Community Center from 4:00 to 5:45 p.m. for holiday crafts and activities. The town and tree lighting ceremony will take place shortly after. Please note, out of respect for Santa’s schedule, there will be no photo opportunities with him during this event. However, you can take photos with Santa at the Community Center on December 7, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Please consider bringing an unwrapped toy to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Napa Valley.

This event is free and open to everyone!

Questions about this event? Email us at [email protected]. 

This event will take place, rain or shine!

Check out our latest Member to Member benefit list below. Remember to review the details, call ahead to confirm the availability of the discount, and have your membership card handy.

If you require additional membership cards (the Member to Member discount is available to all employees of your business) or if you wish to add an offer to the list, please contact [email protected].

MEMBER TO MEMBER BENEFIT:

30% off all produce, 10% off wine, free table reservations, and no table fees or beverage minimums at Hoopes Vineyard.

Hospitality Hounds is a community happiness project celebrating our town’s four-legged ambassadors — and Yountville Chamber members are invited to join! If you have a friendly pup who loves greeting visitors, sign up for this free and fun program.

Participating businesses receive social media and website features, and every dog gets their own custom bandana and trading cards. It’s a great way to spread smiles to locals and visitors alike.

Learn more or sign up at hospitalityhounds.com and follow along on Instagram at @hospitalityhounds.

Napa Valley State Parks is offering limited-time holiday membership bundles—an ideal gift for families, employees, clients, or anyone who enjoys time outdoors. Each membership includes a full year of day-use parking at Bothe-Napa Valley State Park plus four Bale Grist Mill tour vouchers. With bundle options available (Buy 5, Get 1 Free or Buy 10, Get 3 Free), these memberships provide lasting value while supporting the preservation and care of our local parks. It’s a meaningful way to promote wellness, encourage outdoor adventure, and give a gift that lasts all year long.

Yountville Fit is offering an exclusive Workforce Membership for employees of Yountville businesses, providing discounted access to their state-of-the-art gym and group fitness classes. Employees can choose between two membership options: unlimited classes plus full gym access for $120 per month ($35 savings per month plus unlimited access to all classes and gym), or a gym-only membership for $100 per month ($20 savings per month with unlimited access to the gym). Both options include monthly savings when enrolled annually, and require a 12-month agreement with a one-time $50 initiation fee. This program is a great opportunity for employers to support employee wellness and for our local workforce to enjoy convenient access to fitness close to home.

Silver Oak Napa Valley invites you to celebrate the season at their Holiday Cellar Celebration, taking place Friday, November 28 and Saturday, November 29 from 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Guests will enjoy a festive afternoon inside the cellar with a tasting flight of four wines from the Silver Oak family of brands ($40 per person). While you sip, browse winery-exclusive holiday gifts available at special pricing this weekend only. A complimentary engraver will also be onsite to personalize select purchases — perfect for gifting.

Silver Oak is also offering a Current Release Bar Tasting featuring their Napa Valley and Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignons. This standing tasting is available for walk-ins (no reservation required), or reservations may be made if preferred.
Two wines | $25 per person | Special: two tastings for the price of one from 10:00 a.m. to noon (parties of 1–4).

Raise a glass to the season, discover beautiful gift options, and enjoy one of Napa Valley’s most iconic winery experiences.

Napa Valley Restaurant Month returns this January—now bigger than ever and spanning the entire month across all five towns in Napa Valley. Visit Napa Valley invites all local restaurants to participate by submitting a special January dining offer. There is no cost to join, and participation is open to every restaurant in Napa Valley, regardless of partnership status.

Offers can be sorted by town and by meal period, and you’re welcome to choose your own price point or discount. Prix-fixe menus and offers with at least a 15–20% value add typically perform best. Restaurants are also encouraged to get creative—collaborations with hotels or wineries often generate strong media interest and increased bookings.

Restaurants can submit their special offers by logging into the Partner Portal and navigating to the “Collateral” tab.
Questions may be directed to [email protected]

From November 23, 2025, through January 1, 2026, the Town of Yountville becomes the “Brightest Town in the Napa Valley” during Holidays in Yountville, six-plus weeks of holiday-related events, activities and shopping in the heart of the Napa Valley.  An annual tradition, Holidays in Yountville offers the best and brightest cheer in Northern California’s Wine Country and 2025 will bring much of the same!

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If you’re looking for a sophisticated, art-forward setting to host a holiday gathering, corporate meeting, or intimate dinner this season, Jessup Cellars offers one of Yountville’s most effortlessly elegant spaces. Nestled in the center of town, the Jessup Cellars gallery blends fine art, award-winning wines, and warm hospitality into an event experience that feels both elevated and inviting.

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