Free events in Vacaville, CA

Bring a work-in-progress and settle in at Panera Bread for a relaxed weekend gathering with plenty of laughter, fiber, and coffee. This free meetup welcomes makers to stitch, sip, and chat while working on their own projects. Purchasing a drink or snack is encouraged since the group will be seated for a while, and some attendees like to arrive early for lunch. RSVP is requested so enough seats can be reserved.

Celebrate American Revolution history with an America 250 Patriot Marker Dedication at Peña Adobe Park. The event honors Spanish patriots connected to the Pena family, including those documented as supporters of the American Revolution. After the dedication, there will be a reception and fiesta to follow. This is a free, in-person event for the public.

This free LEGO Club invites students to explore creative thinking, problem solving, and imagination through hands-on building. Participants tackle fun challenges, collaborate on team projects, experiment with simple engineering activities, and enjoy open build time. The atmosphere supports building friendships and growing key STEM skills, welcoming both beginners and experienced builders. Pre-registration is required. To stay hydrated, students should bring a water bottle or refillable container. For pickup, the person collecting a student must present a valid physical photo ID, and digital images or copies are not accepted. Only individuals authorized by the parent or guardian may pick up participants.

This author event features Richard Mendelson and his book Cabernet Sauvignon, The Love Affair that Built the Napa Valley. The book traces how Cabernet Sauvignon helped transform a little-known California farming community into a celebrated wine region, from 19th century plantings to the triumphs at the Judgment of Paris, highlighting the efforts of pioneers, artists, and craftsmen. Drawing on decades in Napa Valley as a winemaker, author, and a leading attorney and adviser, Mendelson shares portraits and reflections on influential figures such as André Tchelistcheff, Maynard Amerine, Robert Mondavi, Warren Winiarski, and Bill Harlan. Rich with historical portraits, maps, lithographs, and contemporary photography, the volume offers a chronicle of Napa Valley’s rise and the people working to protect its future. Mendelson’s background includes studies at Oxford, work at Bouchard Aîné & Fils in Burgundy, a legal education at Stanford, and a career in wine law with Dickenson, Peatman & Fogarty, along with leadership roles that include founding the Wine Law and Policy Program at the University of California, Berkeley, and co-founding the International Wine Law Association. The event is free.