Things to do in Davis for the weekend of June 29th
There are a lot of things to do in Davis this weekend. Movies opening in town include:
Ted
1hr 46min – Rated R – Comedy
Director: Seth MacFarlane – Cast: Mila Kunis, Mark Wahlberg, Seth MacFarlane, Giovanni Ribisi,Joel McHale – :
John Bennett is a grown man who must deal with the cherished teddy bear who came to life as the result of a childhood wish…and has refused to leave his side ever since.
420 G Street, Davis, CA
Magic Mike
1hr 50min – Rated R – Comedy
Director: Steven Soderbergh – Cast: Channing Tatum, Alex Pettyfer, Matt Bomer, Matthew McConaughey, Joe Manganiello
Mike is a man of many talents and loads of charm, he spends his days pursuing the American Dream from as many angles as he can handle: from roofing houses and detailing cars to designing furniture. But at night… he’s just magic. The hot headliner in an all-male revue, he has been rocking the stage at Club Xquisite for years with his original style and over-the-top dance moves. Seeing potential in a guy he calls the Kid, Mike takes the 19-year-old under his wing and schools him in the fine arts of dancing, partying, picking up women and making easy money. It’s not long before the club’s newest act has fans of his own, as the summer opens up to a world of fun, friendship and good times.
101 F Street, Davis, CA
People Like Us
1hr 55min – Rated PG-13 – Drama/Comedy
Director: Alex Kurtzman – Cast: Chris Pine, Elizabeth Banks, Olivia Wilde, Michael Hall D’Addario, Philip Baker Hall
Sam is a twenty-something, fast-talking salesman. His latest deal collapses on the day he learns that his father has suddenly died. Against his wishes, Sam is called home, where he must put his father’s estate in order and reconnect with his estranged family. In the course of fulfilling his father’s last wishes, Sam uncovers a startling secret that turns his entire world upside down: He has a 30-year-old sister Frankie whom he never knew about. As their relationship develops, Sam is forced to rethink everything he thought he knew about this family-and re-examine his own life choices in the process.
101 F Street, Davis, CA
Here are live event highlights from our friends at The Davis Dirt.
Friday, June 29
3:00pm
Tales for Tails @ Davis Public Library Free
WhenFri, June 29, 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Where315 E. 14th St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionRead to a therapy dog. Animals are ideal reading companions because they: help increase relaxation and lower blood pressure, listen attentively, do not judge, laugh or criticize, allow children to proceed at their own pace, & are less intimidating than peers. First come, first served for 10 minute slots. No reservations. Free * Friends Click To View Event
4:00pm
Mr. Glass @ Delta of Venus Free
WhenFri, June 29, 4pm – 10pm
Where122 B St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionImmensely popular soul and jazz DJ show on the shady Delta of Venus patio, with happy hour specials 3p-6p. Free * Music Click To View Event
4:30pm
Odd Man Out @ Sudwerk Dock Store
WhenFri, June 29, 4:30pm – 7:30pm
Where2001 2nd Street (map)
DescriptionA rockin’ little band, specializing in folk-rock and country-rock, with tight vocal harmonies. Goes good with the excellent beer available on tap.
8:00pm
Shakespeare Festival: Henry V @ UC Davis Arboretum $10-$15
WhenFri, June 29, 8pm – 10pm
Where, Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionThis 3rd Annual production at the Arb Gazebo features Shakespeare’s history play about the triumph of one of England’s most legendary kings. $15 gen/$12 st & sr/$10 12& under. Preview 6/14- $5 off all tickets. For more info visit: www.shakespearedavis.com. $10-$15 * Theater Click To View Event
8:15pm
Hairspray @ Davis Musical Theatre Company (DMTC) $18/$16
WhenFri, June 29, 8:15pm – 10:15pm
Where607 Pena Dr. , Davis , CA 95618 (map)
DescriptionWelcome to the 60s! Loveable plus-size heroine Tracy Turnblad is passionate about dancing, and wins a spot on a local TV dance program, going from shunned outsider to teen celebrity! $18 gen/$16 st & sr. $18/$16 * Theater Click To View Event
8:30pm
Bottom Dwellers + Keri Carr Band @ Palms Playhouse $15
WhenFri, June 29, 8:30pm – 10:30pm
Where13 Main St., Winters , Winters , CA 95694 (map)
Description$15 * Music Click To View Event
9:30pm
The Driftwood Singers @ Sophia’s Thai Kitchen $5
WhenFri, June 29, 9:30pm – 11:30pm
Where129 E St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionJoin this magical duo from LA for some Americana folk. Merry Gold opens, 21+. $5 * Music Click To View Event
Saturday, June 30
9:00am
ArtsPlay @ Davis Community Church (DCC) Free
WhenSat, June 30, 9am – 12pm
Where412 C St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionDrop in art experience for children 5 and under – messy, creative, fun! In the Fellowship Hall. Free * Family Fun Click To View Event
11:00am
Bug Zappers! @ Marguerite Montgomery Elementary School Free
WhenSat, June 30, 11am – 12pm
Where1441 Danbury St. , Davis , CA 95618 (map)
DescriptionBats, bats and more bats. Learn about these little creatures of the night. The presentation includes an interactive PowerPoint about bats, followed by the viewing of live bats. Bats are available for viewing in their cages. Appropriate for all ages. No registration required. At the South Davis Montgomery Satellite Branch Library. Free * Family Fun Click To View Event
8:00pm
Shakespeare Festival: Henry V @ UC Davis Arboretum $10-$15
WhenSat, June 30, 8pm – 10pm
Where, Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionThis 3rd Annual production at the Arb Gazebo features Shakespeare’s history play about the triumph of one of England’s most legendary kings. $15 gen/$12 st & sr/$10 12& under. Preview 6/14- $5 off all tickets. For more info visit: www.shakespearedavis.com. $10-$15 * Theater Click To View Event
8:15pm
Hairspray @ Davis Musical Theatre Company (DMTC) $18/$16
WhenSat, June 30, 8:15pm – 10:15pm
Where607 Pena Dr. , Davis , CA 95618 (map)
DescriptionWelcome to the 60s! Loveable plus-size heroine Tracy Turnblad is passionate about dancing, and wins a spot on a local TV dance program, going from shunned outsider to teen celebrity! $18 gen/$16 st & sr. $18/$16 * Theater Click To View Event
8:30pm
Loudon Wainwright III + Misner & Smith @ Palms Playhouse $25
WhenSat, June 30, 8:30pm – 10:30pm
Where13 Main St., Winters , Winters , CA 95694 (map)
Description$25 * Music Click To View Event
9:30pm
Tristen @ Sophia’s Thai Kitchen $5
WhenSat, June 30, 9:30pm – 11:30pm
Where129 E St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionShe is considered one of the most talented new songwriters coming out of Nashville. Sean Flinn & The Royal We (PDX) + Souterrain’s Lauren Cole Norton opens, 21+. $5 * Music Click To View Event