Things To Do Around Davis, CA – Tandem Weekend Guide for 5/22/2015 – 5/28/2015
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Friday, May 22, 2015
| Folk Music Jam Session UC Davis Wyatt Deck, Davis CA Folk musicians – grab your acoustic instruments and get a little folk on during lunch. All skill levels welcome and listeners are invited.12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Free |
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Live Music with Bob Wren Monticello Seasonal Cuisine, Davis CA Traditional and world music on violin, octave mandolin, banjo and mbira. Fridays.5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Free |
| Chamber Ensembles of UC Davis Music Building, Davis CA 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Free |
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| Joseph in the Well Delta of Venus, Davis CA Live music under the trees.7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Free |
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The Heart of Robin Hood Davis Arts Center, Davis CA Free comedy on the outdoor stage! In this epic adventure, it’s up to Marion to protect the poor and convert Robin Hood from outlaw to hero. Bring lawn-chairs/blankets and dress warmly, Sherwood Forest can get chilly.7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Free |
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Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Davis Musical Theatre Company, Davis CA Not your typical Disney version of this fairytale classic. Nor is it tethered tightly to the original Grimm Brothers story. Picture yourself in a whimsical steam punk fantasyland, inspired by Victorian-era industrial machinery. (Think ‘Wicked,’ if you’ve seen the Broadway smash, and you’ll be there.) Fri @ 7:15p, Sat & Sun @ 2:15p. Tix @ dmtc.org. $18 gen/$16 st & sen.7:15 pm $8 |
| God of Carnage Wright Hall, Davis CA Performed by MFA students Joyful Simpson, JanLee Marshall, Greg Pierotti and Chris Wolfe. In the Arena Theatre.8:00 pm Price TBA |
Saturday, May 23, 2015
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Farmers Market Central Park, Davis CA Support your local farmers. Seasonal produce, baked goods, hot food-to-go & more.8:00 am – 1:00 pm Free |
| Garden Work Day Central Park Gardens, Davis CA Help spruce up the gardens! Tools, gloves, and training provided.9:00 am – 11:00 am Free |
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| Farming Workshop: Greywater Irrigation Farm 2.6, Davis CA Join Farm Davis for a workday in the country, planting winter squash. Farm Davis donates their food to Davis Community Meals and other low-income/no-income populations. Bring a water bottle & hat.11:00 am – 1:00 pm Free |
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| Operation Restore Maximum Freedom XV Music Festival Third Space, Davis CA KDVS 90.3FM’s annual festival features live music from local artists, food from Raja’s Tandoor & Redrum Burger, beer from Sudwerk Brewery, live screen printing and crafts provided by the Sacramento Indie Craft Fair. Operation Restore Maximum Freedom is KDVS 90.3 FM’s way to support the new, creative music of the most sincere artistic scruples, thereby offering a true, outstanding alternative choice to music fans who refuse to settle for less. KDVS 90.3 FM is a freeform community radio station located on the UC Davis campus. All ages. Adv tix online (http://www.brownpapertickets. $10/$12 |
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Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Davis Musical Theatre Company, Davis CA Not your typical Disney version of this fairytale classic. Nor is it tethered tightly to the original Grimm Brothers story. Picture yourself in a whimsical steam punk fantasyland, inspired by Victorian-era industrial machinery. (Think ‘Wicked,’ if you’ve seen the Broadway smash, and you’ll be there.) Fri @ 7:15p, Sat & Sun @ 2:15p. Tix @ dmtc.org. $18 gen/$16 st & sen.2:15 pm $8 |
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Artist Reception: Laura Hohlwein John Natsoulas Gallery, Davis CA Hohlwein’s paintings are an exploration of color and the formal aspects of composition. Meet the artists and enjoy free refreshments7:00 pm Free |
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The Heart of Robin Hood Davis Arts Center, Davis CA Free comedy on the outdoor stage! In this epic adventure, it’s up to Marion to protect the poor and convert Robin Hood from outlaw to hero. Bring lawn-chairs/blankets and dress warmly, Sherwood Forest can get chilly.7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Free |
| God of Carnage Wright Hall, Davis CA Performed by MFA students Joyful Simpson, JanLee Marshall, Greg Pierotti and Chris Wolfe. In the Arena Theatre.8:00 pm Price TBA |
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| Bonanza King N St. Co-Housing, Davis CA California Western Country from Davis. All ages.9:00 pm $Donation |
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Local Live Music Woodstock’s Pizza, Davis CA Thanks, Woodstock’s, for providing yet another venue to enjoy live music in Davis! Every Saturday. Artists TBA.9:00 pm Free |
| Big Sticky Mess + Black Star Safari G Street Wunderbar, Davis CA Doesn’t get much better than free funk. Rock duo Black Star Safari from South Lake Tahoe opens. 21+.10:00 pm Free |
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DJ Smilez Our House, Davis CA The kitchen closes and the dance floor opens.11:00 pm Free |
Sunday, May 24, 2015
| Musical Brunch Monticello Seasonal Cuisine, Davis CA 5/3 & 5/24 Sina Nejad (setar & tambur); 5/10 Bob & Donna Wren; 5/17 George Sheldon & Sandra Carter.11:00 am – 1:00 pm Free |
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Food Not Bombs Central Park, Davis CA Enjoy free vegetarian meals with like-minded people who feel that food is a right. Everyone welcome. Every Sunday.1:00 pm Free |
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Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Davis Musical Theatre Company, Davis CA Not your typical Disney version of this fairytale classic. Nor is it tethered tightly to the original Grimm Brothers story. Picture yourself in a whimsical steam punk fantasyland, inspired by Victorian-era industrial machinery. (Think ‘Wicked,’ if you’ve seen the Broadway smash, and you’ll be there.) Fri @ 7:15p, Sat & Sun @ 2:15p. Tix @ dmtc.org. $18 gen/$16 st & sen.2:15 pm $8 |
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Live Irish Music DeVere’s Irish Pub, Davis CA Escape to Ireland at your local pub! Plus, drink and food specials. Every Sunday.4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Free |
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Live Jazz Ketmoree Thai Restaurant, Davis CA Every 4th Sunday.6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Free |
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Show Ponies + West Nile Ramber(s) Bike Forth, Davis CA A benefit concert presented by the Davis Bike Collective. 6p BBQ & bike auction, 7p live music. Excellent local brew from Sudwerk.6:00 pm – 11:00 pm $10 |
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International Folk Dancing Davis Arts Center, Davis CA Dancing every Sunday. Instruction, reviews, and requests of beginning to advanced level dances from around the world. First time free. Then payment by punch card.7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Free-$7 |
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The Heart of Robin Hood Davis Arts Center, Davis CA Free comedy on the outdoor stage! In this epic adventure, it’s up to Marion to protect the poor and convert Robin Hood from outlaw to hero. Bring lawn-chairs/blankets and dress warmly, Sherwood Forest can get chilly.7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Free |
| The Show Ponies + West Nile Ramblers Bike Forth, Davis CA The Show Ponies are a high-energy quintet with bluegrass, old tyme, country and rock influences + with the local favorite western garage & country noir – WNR. Cover includes BBQ7:00 pm $10 |
Monday, May 25, 2015
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Memorial Day Celebration Davis Cemetery, Davis CA The Davis Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6949 in partnership with the Davis Cemetery & Arboretum will host its annual Memorial Day ceremony at 10 a.m.10:00 am – 1:00 pm Free |
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Performers’ Circle Village Homes Community Center, Davis CA Monthly open mic. Sign-up 6:45. Open mic 7:15-8:15. Featured act 8:30-9. Featured act: The Free Range Singers, led by Laura Sandage. Fun and heartfelt singing, featuring music of South Africa and the Pacific Northwest.6:45 pm – 9:00 pm Free |
| Jimmy Toor Trio Delta of Venus, Davis CA Live music under the trees.7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Free |
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Pub Quiz DeVere’s Irish Pub, Davis CA The place to be on Monday evening…your Quizmaster, Dr. Andy, hosts a weekly celebration of knowledge, strategy and entertainment. Teams of up to 6 players. Arrive by 6p to secure a table.7:00 pm Free |
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The Heart of Robin Hood Davis Arts Center, Davis CA Free comedy on the outdoor stage! In this epic adventure, it’s up to Marion to protect the poor and convert Robin Hood from outlaw to hero. Bring lawn-chairs/blankets and dress warmly, Sherwood Forest can get chilly.7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Free |
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
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New Parent Network Davis Food Co-op, Davis CA An informal gathering in the Co-op Teaching Kitchen (537 G St.) for new & expecting parents and their little ones! Refreshments provided.10:00 am – 11:30 am Free |
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Classical Bassoon & Wine Tasting Monticello Seasonal Cuisine, Davis CA Ricardo Rosales plays baroque bassoon while Susan Leonardi hosts the wine tasting.5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Free |
| Eco-Class: Water Conservation and Water Quality Veterans Memorial Center, Davis CA Quickly becoming the discussion topic of the decade. Part of a month long series of classes hosted by the City of Davis.6:30 pm Free |
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Salsa Tuesday The Graduate, Davis CA With DJ Miguel. Dance lessons at 9:30p w/Cori from Barbara’s Dancing Tonight. 18+.9:30 pm $6 |
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
| Toddler Play Group Davis Food Co-op, Davis CA Newest meet-up group in town for toddlers and their parents. Meet new friends & schmooze about the joys and challenges of parenting toddlers. Check FB events page for schedule of guest speakers (www.facebook.com/groups/179991548697997/). In the Teaching Kitchen (537 G St.). Snacks provided.9:00 am – 10:30 am Free |
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Farmers Mkt. & Picnic in the Park Central Park, Davis CA Shop the farmers market and enjoy a picnic with bouncy houses, carousel, a climbing wall, and live music. Every Wednesday. Music line-up: 5/6 Regal Beezers (Jazz Standards & Beatles), 5/13 The Notorious Shank Brothers (Bluegrass), 5/20 Davis Senior High School Bands (All American Concert), 5/27 Sidetracked (Eclectic Folk).4:30 pm – 8:30 pm Free |
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Solutions Series: Bill Dodd The Avid Reader, Davis CA Assemblymember Bill Dodd speaks in this ongoing public policy series, “Solutions.”5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Free |
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Unofficial Scrabble Club Central Park, Davis CA It’s Scrabble time! Play Scrabble with fun people. All levels are welcome. Bring your board if you can.5:30 pm – 11:00 pm Free |
| George Sheldon & Sandra Carter Monticello Seasonal Cuisine, Davis CA “Be Here Now”. Guitar & bass – folk, Bossa Nova, classical & popular.6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Free |
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| UCD Jazz Bands Mondavi Center, Davis CA See Mondavi’s website for details.7:00 pm $8+ |
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| Open Mic Sophia’s Thai Kitchen, Davis CA Comedy, music, poetry…now is your chance to show it off.8:00 pm Free |
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Trivia Night Ketmoree Thai Restaurant, Davis CA Check FB page for theme. All ages. Every Wednesday. Food/drink purchase required.8:00 pm $1+ |
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Trivia Night Krush Burger, Davis CA Put on your thinking cap! Every Wednesday. $5 minimum purchase to participate. All ages.9:00 pm Free |
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Evan Daly Our House, Davis CA And his Blues band.9:30 pm Free |
Thursday, May 28, 2015
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Viola Da Gamba Trio Mondavi Center, Davis CA Elisabeth Reed, Julie Jeffrey, and Marie Dalby, viols.12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Free |
| Wine’d Down Thursday Sundstrom Hill Winery, Davis CA Singer/songwriter Mike Justis, along with guitarist Steve McLane and bassist Jim Ivler, bring a unique brand of folk, blues, and Americana music to the winery to help you Wine’d Down your week.5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Free |
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| Eco-Class: Protecting Our Creeks and Rivers Veterans Memorial Center, Davis CA Learn pollution prevention basics on your way to becoming an environmental hero! Part of a month long series of classes hosted by the City of Davis.6:30 pm Free |
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The Light & Dark Arts: A Radical Magic Show Wright Hall, Davis CA Director and Granada Artist-in-Residence Aaron Gach will be playing with the age-old theatrical strategies of hiding and revealing, literally teaching our students magic. In looking closely at the ways in which secrets are embodied in today’s society, this performance will draw parallels between magic acts and such issues as economic manipulation, political deception, vanishing resources, and social transformation. In the Main Theatre. Thur-Sat @ 8p, Sun @ 2p. $20 gen/$15 st & sen/$10 on Thursdays.8:00 pm $10-$20 |
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Trivia Night Woodstock’s Pizza, Davis CA Get your team of 3-6 to Woodstocks for great prizes & fun! Every Thursday.9:00 pm – 11:00 pm Free |
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DJ Smilez Our House, Davis CA The kitchen closes and the dance floor opens.11:00 pm Free |
UC Davis Athletics: THIS WEEK’S UC DAVIS ATHLETICS SCHEDULE
May 2015 |
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
| 17 Baseball Long Beach State 1:00 PM Long Beach, Calif.  |
18 | 19 | 20 | 21 Baseball Cal Poly 2:30 PM Davis, Calif. |
22 Baseball Cal Poly 2:30 PM Davis, Calif. Women’s Golf NCAA Finals All Day Bradenton, Fla. |
23 Baseball Cal Poly 1:00 PM Davis, Calif. Women’s Golf NCAA Finals All Day Bradenton, Fla. |
| 24 Women’s Golf NCAA Finals All Day Bradenton, Fla. |
25 Men’s Golf NCAA Championship All Day Bradenton, Fla. Women’s Golf NCAA Finals All Day Bradenton, Fla. |
26 Men’s Golf NCAA Championship All Day Bradenton, Fla. Women’s Golf NCAA Finals All Day Bradenton, Fla. |
27 Men’s Golf NCAA Championship All Day Bradenton, Fla. Women’s Golf NCAA Finals All Day Bradenton, Fla. Track NCAA West Preliminary Championship All Day Austin, Texas |
28 Men’s Golf NCAA Championship All Day Bradenton, Fla. Track NCAA West Preliminary Championship All Day Austin, Texas |
29 Men’s Golf NCAA Championship All Day Bradenton, Fla. Baseball NCAA Regionals TBA Campus Sites Track NCAA West Preliminary Championship All Day Austin, Texas |
30 Track NCAA West Preliminary Championship All Day Austin, Texas Men’s Golf NCAA Championship All Day Bradenton, Fla. Baseball NCAA Regionals TBA Campus Sites |
| 31 Baseball NCAA Regionals TBA Campus Sites |
Movies: DAVIS, CA Movie Showtimes
Davis Varsity Theatre
616 Second Street, Davis, CA, United States – (530) 758-5284
Regal Davis Stadium 5
420 G Street, Davis, CA, United States – (844) 462-7342 ext. 1705
Regal Davis Holiday 6
101 F Street, Davis, CA, United States – (844) 462-7342 ext. 1704