What to do in Davis, CA August 8 – 14, 2014
There’s lots to do around Davis, CA this weekend (and beyond). Perhaps the best weekend bet might be this Sunday:
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Davis Film Fest Veterans Memorial Theatre (VMT), Davis CA This 11th annual celebration of independent cinema features films from around the world and our own backyard. Narratives, documentaries, experimental and animation. 8 shorts starting @ 2p, then a dinner break, followed by another 8 shorts starting @ 6:30p. Tix @ davisfilmfest.org, Armadillo (207 F St.), and at the door. $8 gen/$7 st & sen/$14 fest pass.2:00 pm – 10:00 pm $7-$14 |
Davis-area Events from Tandem Properties‘ Friends at The Davis Dirt
Friday, August 8, 2014
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ArtAbout Downtown Davis, Davis CA A monthly evening of art viewing & artists’ receptions at galleries & businesses in Davis. Explore downtown with this self-guided artwalk, which includes refreshments, opportunities to meet artists, live music & art demos. Turn to the back page of The Dirt for your official ArtAbout guide. Every 2nd Friday.5:00 pm – 11:00 pm Free |
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Wine Tasting Davis Food Co-op, Davis CA Chilled summer sippers aren’t just white or bubbly, though you may taste those too. Come taste a few reds that are great served a little chilly to beat the heat! In the Co-op Conference Rm and adjacent patio. Benefits Yolo Community Care Continuum. $1 per taste, which includes lovely snacks.6:00 pm – 8:00 pm $1/taste |
| Bat Talk & Walk Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area, Davis CA Join the Yolo Basin Foundation to learn about and view live bats, native to Northern California. Following a 45 minute indoor presentation on bat natural history, the group will carpool out to the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area to watch one of the largest colonies of Mexican free-tailed bats in California as it emerges in large ribbons to hunt insects at sunset. Tix @ yolobasin.org/event_battalks.htm. Adults $10/kids < 16 free.6:15 pm $10 |
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| David Deerfeeder Armadillo Music, Davis CA Live free music on Armadillo’s new stage!6:30 pm Free |
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| The Rememberer Richard Brunelle Performance Hall, Davis CA Acme Theatre Company presents the true story Joyce Simmons Cheeka – a member of the Squaxin tribe in the southern Puget Sound. A woman’s journey through two worlds and the way she learns to weave them together. $12 gen/$10 sr./$8 st. +$2 @ door.7:00 pm $8-$14 |
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Author Event: The 12 Steps as a Path to Enlightenment The Avid Reader, Davis CA This guidebook, written by spiritual teacher and life coach Dorena Rode, clearly presents a step by step proven method for increasing joy, making life more meaningful and destroying self-limiting beliefs. Rode received her PhD from UC Davis7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Free |
| Hot Club of Detroit Palms Playhouse, Winters CA 8:00 pm $20 |
Saturday, August 9, 2014
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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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| U-Pick Fruit Event Collins & Cloverleaf Farm, Davis CA Saturday U-picks at an organic farm right in Davis. Pick buckets of apricots, blackberries, and peaches at discount prices!9:00 am – 2:00 pm Free |
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| Summer Carnival D Street House, Davis CA Celebrating the new Center for Families’ facility in Davis, this event includes games, crafts, and raffles! Learn about local resources and how you can help. Donations go towards improving free programs offered to Davis families at the D Street House.10:30 am – 2:30 pm Free |
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| Rin Tin Tiger Saturday Armadillo Music, Davis CA Live free music on Armadillo’s new stage!5:30 pm Free |
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| The Rememberer Richard Brunelle Performance Hall, Davis CA Acme Theatre Company presents the true story Joyce Simmons Cheeka – a member of the Squaxin tribe in the southern Puget Sound. A woman’s journey through two worlds and the way she learns to weave them together. $12 gen/$10 sr./$8 st. +$2 @ door.7:00 pm $8-$14 |
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| Rin Tin Tiger Sophia’s Thai Kitchen, Davis CA High energy, lyric heavy, acoustic guitar alt folk trio from SF. Hollow Point Stumblers & West Nile Ramblers open. 21+.9:30 pm $5 |
Sunday, August 10, 2014
| Best of Seven – Artist Reception Gallery 1855, Davis CA These photographers meet monthly to push one another to become the best they can be. Now they share the results! Meet them, view their work, enjoy some refreshments and stroll on the grounds.1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Free |
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Davis Film Fest Veterans Memorial Theatre (VMT), Davis CA This 11th annual celebration of independent cinema features films from around the world and our own backyard. Narratives, documentaries, experimental and animation. 8 shorts starting @ 2p, then a dinner break, followed by another 8 shorts starting @ 6:30p. Tix @ davisfilmfest.org, Armadillo (207 F St.), and at the door. $8 gen/$7 st & sen/$14 fest pass.2:00 pm – 10:00 pm $7-$14 |
| Live Irish Music DeVere’s Irish Pub, Davis CA Escape to Ireland at your local pub! Plus, drink and food specials.4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Free |
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| The Rememberer Richard Brunelle Performance Hall, Davis CA Acme Theatre Company presents the true story Joyce Simmons Cheeka – a member of the Squaxin tribe in the southern Puget Sound. A woman’s journey through two worlds and the way she learns to weave them together. $12 gen/$10 sr./$8 st. +$2 @ door.4:00 pm $8-$14 |
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| International Folk Dancing Davis Arts Center, Davis CA Instruction, reviews and requests of beginning to advanced level dances from around the world. First time is free. Then payment by punch card- $2.50- $7 /class.7:00 pm – 10:00 pm $2.50- $7 |
Monday, August 11, 2014
| 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 |
Tuesday, August 12, 2014
| $1 Kids’ Movies Regal Davis Stadium 5, Davis CA Summer Movie Express is back!! See Mr. Peabody & Sherman or Rio 2 for only a buck.10:00 am $1 |
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| New Parent Network Davis Food Co-op, Davis CA An informal gathering in the Co-op Teaching Kitchen (537 G Street) for new & expecting parents and their little ones! Refreshments provided.10:00 am – 11:30 am 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, August 13, 2014
| $1 Kids’ Movies Regal Davis Stadium 5, Davis CA Summer Movie Express is back!! See Mr. Peabody & Sherman or Rio 2 for only a buck.10:00 am $1 |
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Farmers Mkt. & Picnic in the Park Central Park, Davis CA Bring a picnic blanket and some dancing shoes. Local produce, hot food to go, wine & beer garden, and live music. 8/6 Plainfield Pickers (Western Swing/Bluegrass); 8/13 Cold Shot (Dance Music); 8/20 Anderson-Gram Duo (Folk/Americana); 8/27 YoloMambo (World Music).4:30 pm – 8:30 pm Free |
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Science Café DeVere’s Irish Pub, Davis CA A casual event in which scientists engage the general public to discuss their research, current events, or any aspect of science. Soft drinks and light snacks provided.5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Free |
| Unofficial Davis Scrabble Club Central Park, Davis CA It’s Scrabble time! Tired of always beating your little sister? Play Scrabble with (other) fun people. Players of all levels are welcome. Games start at Central Park and move to Crepeville after dusk. Bring your board if you can.5:30 pm – 11:00 pm Free |
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| Men’s Talk and Drum Circle International House, Davis CA Men ages 18 and up are welcomed to join this drum circle to talk – when they feel ready – about anything in a nonjudgmental, supportive environment. 2nd Wednesday of each month.7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Free |
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| Queercore Night Third Space, Davis CA Siren + Valiant Steed + Violent Vickie. All ages queer/feminist punk, elctro-weirdness and guaranteed fun.7:00 pm $7 |
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| La Table Francaise Logos Books, Davis CA Parlez-vous francais? French speakers gather every second Wednesday of the month for lively discussions on various topics. Check logosbooks.wordpress.com for topic info.7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Free |
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| Open Mic Night Sophia’s Thai Kitchen, Davis CA Hosted every Wednesday by Drew Walker on the lovely Sophia’s deck . The mic is truly “open” to ALL genres, from music to spoken word to comedy, with a full PA & sound tech. Just bring your talent and a smidge of confidence. Sign-ups begin at 7p, performances start at 8p.8:00 pm – 11:00 pm Free |
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Trivia Night Ketmoree Thai Restaurant, Davis CA Check FB page for theme. All ages.8:00 pm Free |
| Funk Night G Street Wunderbar, Davis CA DJ Larry (Flower Vato) spins soul, funk, disco, hip hop, reggae, latin groove & bhangra. 21+10:00 pm Free |
Thursday, August 14, 2014
| Tot Play Time Davis Public Library, Davis CA Drop by the library to get to know other parents while the children play. For parents and children ages 0 to 36 months. Thursdays until 8/28.10:00 am – 12:00 pm Free |
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| Older Adult Wisdom Circle Davis Public Library, Davis CA This group meets monthly to discuss and explore the conscious aging movement.11:00 am – 12:30 pm Free |
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Wine’d Down Thursday Sundstrom Hill Winery, Davis CA Live music by EZ Street Band (Sac) playing rock, blues, and cover songs. Enjoy a summer evening with great music and award winning wines.5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Free |
| Con Brio Sophia’s Thai Kitchen, Davis CA Known for their fiery live shows, Con Brio is a living, evolving testament to the power of soul. 21+.9:30 pm $5 |
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| Sometimes Warren Sophia’s Thai Kitchen, Davis CA A Davis favorite. 21+.9:30 pm $5 |