Things to Do around Davis, CA: Halloween 2014 Guide

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Friday, October 31, 2014

Downtown Treat Trail Downtown Treat Trail
Downtown Davis, Davis CA
A Davis tradition, hosted by Davis Downtown. Families Trick-Or-Treat at local businesses. Recommended for kids ages 10 and under. The event always occurs RAIN or SHINE!2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Free
El Dia De Los Muertos Festival
E Street Plaza, Davis CA
The 3rd annual celebration of family, community, storytelling & art. Enjoy the community altar, Voice of the Wood performance, procession, mariachi music & Aztec dancing.2:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Free
It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown
Varsity Theatre, Davis CA
Take a break from the Treat Trail with a free showing of this classic. Show times: 2p, 2:35p, 3:10p, 3:45p. Thanks, Varsity!2:00 pm – 3:45 pm
Free
Halloween Party Halloween Party
Sudwerk Dock Store, Davis CA
Dress up, drink up, be scary and win devilishly wonderful prizes. Judges will pick the best costume based on creativity, originality, and execution. Judging begins at7p.5:00 pm
Free
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
Hay Fever Hay Fever
Third Space, Davis CA
The Art Theater of Davis Presents Noël Coward’s theatrical and highly imaginative Bliss family, bohemians who prove to be nightmarish hosts to their unsuspecting bourgeois weekend guests. Thurs-Sat @ 7p, Sun @ 2:30p.7:00 pm
$15
Halloween Spooktacular Show! Halloween Spooktacular Show!
UC Davis Kleiber Hall, Room 3, Davis CA
Improv show by Birdstrike Theatre! Come in costume. Pay what you can.8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Free

Saturday, November 1, 2014

Farmers Market 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
Natural Fiber & Dye Garden Build Natural Fiber & Dye Garden Build
Farm 2.6, Davis CA
Help tear out the old fiber & dye garden and bring in the new! These fibers and dyes help to keep low income people in Davis warm and feeling good.10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Free
World Origami Days World Origami Days
Yolo County Library, Davis Branch, Davis CA
Exhibit, models taught (beginners to experienced folders). At 11a, Glenn Sapaden discusses “Bringing Origami into the Classroom.”  Then Tom Vinik tells the story “The boy, the Magician, and the Junk” while transforming paper into many objects.10:30 am – 1:30 pm
Free
1st Saturday Wine & Music 1st Saturday Wine & Music
Sundstrom Hill Winery, Davis CA
Mad molecular biologists by day and serious rockers by eve, Amplified DNA plays a mixture of classic rock ‘n roll and rhythm ‘n blues at the winery.1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Free
Block Party: Build with Legos!
Yolo County Library, Davis Branch, Davis CA
Create, build, and play!  In the Children’s Activity Room on the 1st Saturday of every month. Kids < 5 must have adult supervision. This is a drop-in, unsupervised program & not recommended for kids <3.2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free
City of Davis Wetlands Tour
Wastewater Treatment Plant, Davis CA
Docent led tours of the 400-acre Davis Wetlands Project, part of a growing effort throughout the Central Valley to preserve and restore native habitats and the wildlife they support. The Wetlands is one of the City’s most valuable open space resources. It provides wildlife habitat, flood control, wastewater and stormwater treatment, recreation, and environmental learning opportunities. 1st Saturday of each month.3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Free
Ken Kemmerling on Piano
Monticello Seasonal Cuisine, Davis CA
Jazz standards & requests.6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free
Hay Fever Hay Fever
Third Space, Davis CA
The Art Theater of Davis Presents Noël Coward’s theatrical and highly imaginative Bliss family, bohemians who prove to be nightmarish hosts to their unsuspecting bourgeois weekend guests. Thurs-Sat @ 7p, Sun @ 2:30p.7:00 pm
$15
Regina Carter
Mondavi Center, Davis CA
Visit Mondavi link below for further details.8:00 pm
$27+

Sunday, November 2, 2014

Square Tomatoes Crafts Fair
Central Park, Davis CA
Over 40 vendors, food, magician & live music. Comfort Cafe with wicker chairs, music, and friendship. Workshops for children of all ages.11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Free
Dia de los Muertos Celebration
Gallery 1855, Davis CA
Honor ancestors and loved ones who have crossed into the spirit world at this lively community event with Danza Mexica, art, poetry, chocolate with pan dulce, and music. For more info email [email protected]:30 am – 3:00 pm
Free
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
Native American Uses of California Plants
UC Davis Welcome Center, Davis CA
An engaging, family-friendly tour of the Native American Contemplative Garden and discover traditional uses for a variety of California plants.2:00 pm
Free
Hay Fever Hay Fever
Third Space, Davis CA
The Art Theater of Davis Presents Noël Coward’s theatrical and highly imaginative Bliss family, bohemians who prove to be nightmarish hosts to their unsuspecting bourgeois weekend guests. Thurs-Sat @ 7p, Sun @ 2:30p.2:30 pm
$15
Knitting and Crafting Circle Knitting and Crafting Circle
Davis Food Co-op, Davis CA
You’re invited, whether you’ve never picked up a pair of needles, or you’ve been at it for years. Gather with friends to troubleshoot problems and discuss favorites. Meets the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month in the Conf. Rm.4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Free
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
Alexander String Quartet
Mondavi Center, Davis CA
Visit Mondavi link below for further details.7:00 pm
$52
International Folk Dancing
Davis Arts Center, Davis CA
Instruction, reviews and requests of beginning to advanced level dances from around the world. 11/23 is All Request Night! First time is free. Then payment by punch card. Every Sunday.7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
$2.50- $7
Jon Pardi
The Graduate, Davis CA
He is a Dixon native that has made it big in Nashville now back in the central valley. Will sell out, get tix soon.7:00 pm
$15

Monday, November 3, 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, November 4, 2014

New Parent Network 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
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
Board Game Night
Bizarro World, Davis CA
Bring your own game or play the ones at the store. Come alone, in groups, or pairs.6:00 pm
Free
Open Mic
Sudwerk Dock Store, Davis CA
Come with your tunes, bust a rhyme, share a joke, just come and show off your skillage.6:00 pm
Free
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, November 5, 2014

UC Davis Farmers Market
UC Davis Silo, Davis CA
Each Wednesday from 11am to 1:30pm during the fall and spring quarters, UC Davis hosts its Farmers Market, an extension of the Davis Farmers Market.11:00 am – 1:30 pm
Free
Farmers Market Farmers Market
Central Park, Davis CA
Support your local farmers. Seasonal produce, baked goods, hot food-to-go & more.2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Free
Unofficial Scrabble Club
Crepeville, Davis CA
It’s Scrabble time! Tired of always beating your little sister? Play Scrabble with (other) fun people. All levels are welcome. Bring your board if you can.5:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Free
Gluten-Free Group Gluten-Free Group
Davis Food Co-op, Davis CA
Wonder where you can safely eat “out” in Davis? Wondering which hair and body care products you should avoid? Swap recipes, ask questions, and get the support you need. Meets the 1st Wednesday of every month in the Conf. Rm.6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Free
Jeremy Denk, piano
Mondavi Center, Davis CA
Visit Mondavi link below for further details.8:00 pm
$39+
Trivia Night Trivia Night
Ketmoree Thai Restaurant, Davis CA
Check FB page for theme. All ages.8:00 pm
Free
Twin Steps+Genuis+Pregnant Twin Steps+Genuis+Pregnant
Third Space, Davis CA

Twin Steps (Punk/Soul/Pop from Oakland), Genuis (Electronic/Ambient/Experimental from SF), Pregnant (Electronic/Pop/Experimental from Sac). DJ GLSS sets the mood and Tangy serves tasty hot food. All ages dry venue.

8:00 pm
$5

Open Mic
Sophia’s Thai Kitchen, Davis CA

Truly open to all genres, from music to spoken word, comedy, backflips, belly dancing, show and tell, political ranting, freestyle rapping, etc. Full PA with sound technician, so all you have to do is bring your thing. Recorded and edited for broadcast on KDRT 95.7! Your chance to become a huge radio star. Hosted by Drew Walker. Sign-ups begin @ 7:30p. Patio is limited to a 21+ audience, though under-21 crowd allowed to perform. Every Wednesday.

8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Free

Trivia Night
Krush Burger, Davis CA
Put on your thinking cap! Every Wednesday. $5 minimum purchase to participate. All ages.9:00 pm
Free
Funk Night
G Street Wunderbar, Davis CA
DJ Larry (Flower Vato) spins soul, funk, disco, hip hop, reggae, latin groove & bhangra. 21+. Wednesdays.10:00 pm
Free

Thursday, November 6, 2014

Craft Affair Craft Affair
Davis Senior Center, Davis CA
Get an early start on your holiday shopping! Local crafters will be selling items such as woodcrafts, jewelry, soaps, ceramics, knitting, paintings an much more. Contact the Senior Center for more information (530)757-5696.9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Free
Michael Seth Orland & Susan Rode Morris Michael Seth Orland & Susan Rode Morris
Mondavi Center, Davis CA
Shinkoskey Noon Concert: Michael Seth Orland, piano, & Susan Rode Morris, soprano. Vanderhoef Studio Theatre, Mondavi Center.12:05 pm
Free, non-ticketed
Permaculture Circle Permaculture Circle
Davis Food Co-op, Davis CA
A monthly gathering of people interested in organic gardening, sustainable living, and giving surplus back to the community. Meets the 1st Thursday of each month in the Co-op Conf. Rm.6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Free
Drought – What Does it Mean for Yolo County Groundwater?
Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area, Davis CA
Tim O’Halloran, General Manager of the Yolo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, covers the current status of groundwater in the area and plans for coping with another possible dry year, as well as a discusses the recently passed state legislation on groundwater.7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
$5
Hay Fever Hay Fever
Third Space, Davis CA
The Art Theater of Davis Presents Noël Coward’s theatrical and highly imaginative Bliss family, bohemians who prove to be nightmarish hosts to their unsuspecting bourgeois weekend guests. Thurs-Sat @ 7p, Sun @ 2:30p.7:00 pm
$15
Gerry Obeirne
Bill Wagman House Concerts, Davis CA
Renowned singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist.  He grew up in Ireland and West Africa, and has since lived in England, California, Mexico…and now at a living room show for your. All proceeds go to the artist. Res.& info: 530 753-3472.7:30 pm
$15
Thursday Live! Thursday Live!
Odd Fellows Hall, Davis CA

Jazz guitarist Ross Hammond & Ray “Catfish” Copeland Blues Band. Donations accepted for the musicians​.

7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Free

Una Chiacchierata
Logos Books, Davis CA
Italian lovers are invited to join Marinka Swift for an hour of Italian conversation meeting the first Thursday of every month.7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Free
Poetry Night Reading Series
John Natsoulas Gallery, Davis CA
The featured reader begins at 8p, followed by an Open Mic segment at 9p. Attendees encouraged to arrive early to secure a table, & to sign up for a spot on the Open Mic list. Hosted by Dr. Andy Jones.8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Free
Trivia Night
Woodstock’s Pizza, Davis CA
Get your team of 3-6 to Woodstocks for great prizes & fun! Every Thursday.9:00 pm
Free

 

UC Davis Athletics:THIS WEEK’S UC DAVIS ATHLETICS SCHEDULE

October/November 2014
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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Field Hockey
Stanford
3:00 PM
Stanford, Calif.
Men’s Water Polo

UC San Diego
6:00 PM
Davis, Calif.
Women’s Volleyball

UC Santa Barbara
7:00 PM
Davis, Calif.
Men’s Tennis

Saint Marys Fall Invitational
All Day
Moraga, Calif.
01
Men’s Soccer
Sacramento State
1:00 PM
Davis, Calif.
Swimming & Diving

Loyola Marymount
3:30 PM
Los Angeles, Calif.
Football

Northern Colorado
4:00 PM
Davis, Calif.
Women’s Volleyball

Cal Poly
7:00 PM
Davis, Calif.
Cross Country

Big West Conference Championships
TBA
Riverside, Calif.
Men’s Tennis

Saint Marys Fall Invitational
All Day
Moraga, Calif.
02
Men’s Water Polo
Loyola Marymount
11:00 AM
Davis, Calif.
Swimming & Diving

Fresno State
1:00 PM
Fresno, Calif.
Women’s Soccer

UC Irvine
2:00 PM
Aggie Soccer Field
Men’s Tennis

Saint Marys Fall Invitational
All Day
Moraga, Calif.
03 04 05
Men’s Soccer
Cal Poly
2:00 PM
Davis, Calif.
06
Field Hockey
First Round
TBA
Stockton, Calif.
07
Women’s Basketball
Sonoma State
7:00 PM
Davis, Calif.
Field Hockey

Semifinals
TBA
Stockton, Calif.
08
Cross Country
Doc Adams Open
10:00 AM
Davis, Calif.
Swimming & Diving

Nevada S/D
12:00 PM
Davis, Calif.
Football

Northern Arizona
1:00 PM
Flagstaff, Ariz.
Women’s Volleyball

UC Riverside
7:00 PM
Riverside, Calif.
Men’s Soccer

First Round
TBA
Home of the Higher Seed
Field Hockey

Championship and Third Round Games
TBA
Stockton, Calif.

Movies: DAVIS, CA Movie Showtimes

Davis Varsity Theatre

616 Second Street, Davis, CA – (530) 758-5284

‎1hr 43min‎‎ – Rated PG-13‎‎ – Comedy‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

‎4:20‎  ‎6:30‎  ‎8:40pm‎

‎1hr 48min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Comedy/Drama‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

‎1:30‎  ‎3:50‎  ‎6:10‎  ‎8:30pm‎

‎25min‎‎ – Family‎

‎2:00‎  ‎2:35‎  ‎3:10‎  ‎3:45pm‎

Regal Davis Stadium 5

420 G Street, Davis, CA – (530) 297-4103

‎1hr 36min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Action/Adventure/Suspense/Thriller‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

2:00‎   ‎4:45‎   ‎7:45‎   ‎10:30pm‎

‎1hr 20min‎‎ – Rated PG‎‎ – Family‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

1:40‎   ‎4:00‎   ‎7:30‎   ‎9:40pm‎

‎2hr 25min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Suspense/Thriller‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

1:30‎   ‎3:45‎   ‎7:15‎   ‎9:50pm‎

‎1hr 58min‎‎ – Rated PG-13‎‎ – Drama/Romance‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

1:15‎   ‎4:30‎   ‎7:00pm‎

‎2hr 21min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Drama‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

1:00‎   ‎4:15‎   ‎6:45‎   ‎10:00pm‎

‎1hr 53min‎‎ – Rated PG-13‎‎ – Action/Adventure/Suspense/Thriller‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

Regal Davis Holiday 6

101 F Street, Davis, CA – (800) 326-3264 ext. 1704

‎1hr 30min‎‎ – Rated PG-13‎‎ – Action/Adventure/Suspense/Thriller‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

2:00‎   ‎5:00‎   ‎8:00‎   ‎10:40pm‎

‎2hr 15min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Action/Adventure/Drama‎ – IMDb 

1:00‎   ‎4:30‎   ‎7:00‎   ‎10:10pm‎

‎1hr 57min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Suspense/Thriller‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

12:45‎   ‎3:45‎   ‎7:15‎   ‎10:20pm‎

‎1hr 35min‎‎ – Rated PG‎‎ – Animation‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

1:15‎   ‎4:00‎   ‎6:45‎   ‎9:50pm‎

‎1hr 32min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Suspense/Thriller‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

1:30‎   ‎4:45‎   ‎7:30‎   ‎10:00pm‎

‎1hr 43min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Horror/Suspense/Thriller‎ – Trailer 

1:45‎   ‎4:15‎   ‎7:45‎   ‎10:30pm‎