Things to do around Davis CA for the week of October 10 – October 16, 2014
There’s lots to do around Davis, CA this weekend (and beyond).
THIS WEEK’S UC DAVIS ATHLETICS SCHEDULE
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| 01 | 02 Men’s Soccer Cal State Fullerton W, 3-1 Davis, Calif.  Women’s Soccer UC Riverside T, 0-0 (2OT) Aggie Soccer Field |
03 Women’s Volleyball Cal Poly W, 3-1 San Luis Obispo, Calif. Men’s Tennis Aggie Invitational All Day Davis, Calif. |
04 Men’s Soccer UC Riverside W, 1-0 Davis, Calif. Football Portland State L, 23-14 Portland, Ore. Women’s Volleyball UC Santa Barbara W, 3-0 Santa Barbara, Calif. Men’s Tennis Aggie Invitational All Day Davis, Calif. |
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| 05 Women’s Soccer Cal State Fullerton T, 1-1 (2OT) Aggie Soccer Field Men’s Water Polo No 2 Stanford L, 17-5 Davis, Calif. Field Hockey No 5 Stanford L, 5-1 Aggie Field Hockey Facility Men’s Tennis Aggie Invitational All Day Davis, Calif. |
06 | 07 Women’s Golf Edean Ihlanfeldt Invitational T-6th of 12 (18 of 36 holes) Sammamish, Wash. |
08 Women’s Golf Edean Ihlanfeldt Invitational 3rd of 12 (Final) Sammamish, Wash. |
09 Men’s Soccer UC Irvine L, 1-0 Irvine, Calif. Men’s Water Polo Cal Baptist L, 10-9 (ot) Riverside, Calif. |
10 Field Hockey California 3:00 PM Aggie Field Hockey Facility Women’s Soccer Cal Poly 7:00 PM San Luis Obispo, Calif. Men’s Tennis UCSB Classic All Day Santa Barbara, Calif. Women’s Tennis ITA Northwest Regional Championships All Day Stanford, Calif. |
11 Swimming & Diving Blue-Gold Intrasquad S/D 11:00 AM Davis, Calif. Men’s Water Polo Long Beach State 12:15 PM Los Angeles, Calif. Football Montana State Homecoming 4:00 PM Davis, Calif. Women’s Volleyball UC Riverside 7:00 PM Davis, Calif. Men’s Soccer CSUN 7:00 PM Northridge, Calif. Women’s Tennis ITA Northwest Regional Championships All Day Stanford, Calif. Men’s Tennis UCSB Classic All Day Santa Barbara, Calif. Men’s Water Polo vs California or Whittier TBA Los Angeles, Calif. |
| 12 Field Hockey Pacific 1:00 PM Aggie Field Hockey Facility Women’s Soccer UC Santa Barbara 1:00 PM Santa Barbara, Calif. Men’s Water Polo Opponent TBA TBA Los Angeles, Calif. Men’s Water Polo Opponent TBA TBA Los Angeles, Calif. Men’s Tennis UCSB Classic All Day Santa Barbara, Calif. Women’s Tennis ITA Northwest Regional Championships All Day Stanford, Calif. Men’s Golf Alister MacKenzie Invitational All Day Fairfax, Calif. |
13 Men’s Golf Alister MacKenzie Invitational All Day Fairfax, Calif. Women’s Tennis ITA Northwest Regional Championships All Day Stanford, Calif. |
14 Men’s Golf Alister MacKenzie Invitational All Day Fairfax, Calif. Women’s Tennis ITA Northwest Regional Championships All Day Stanford, Calif. |
15 | 16 Women’s Soccer CSUN 2:00 PM Northridge, Calif. |
17 Swimming & Diving San Jose State S/D 3:00 PM Davis, Calif. Women’s Volleyball Cal State Fullerton 7:00 PM Fullerton, Calif. Women’s Golf Stanford Intercollegiate All Day Stanford, Calif. Men’s Tennis ITA Northwest Regional All Day Stanford, Calif. |
18 Cross Country Santa Clara Invitational 10:00 AM Sunnyvale, Calif. Swimming & Diving Pacific Invitational S 10:00 AM Stockton, Calif. Football Montana 11:00 AM Missoula, Mont. Men’s Soccer UC Santa Barbara 3:00 PM Davis, Calif. Field Hockey Pacific 3:30 PM Stockton, Calif. Women’s Volleyball UC Irvine 7:00 PM Irvine, Calif. Cross Country NCAA Pre-Nationals TBA Terre Haute, Ind. Men’s Tennis ITA Northwest Regional All Day Stanford, Calif. Women’s Golf Stanford Intercollegiate All Day Stanford, Calif. |
MOVIES IN DAVIS, CA
Davis Varsity Theatre
616 Second Street, Davis, CA – (530) 758-5284
Regal Davis Stadium 5
420 G Street, Davis, CA – (530) 297-4103
Regal Davis Holiday 6
101 F Street, Davis, CA – (800) 326-3264 ext. 1704
At the Mondavi Center:
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| Wed–Sat • Oct 8–11 | Cyrille Aimée  |
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| Fri • Oct 10 | Rising Stars of Opera Julia Bullock, soprano |
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| Sun • Oct 12 | Arts & Leisure | FREE more info |
| Sun • Oct 12 | Ray LaMontagne Opening Act: The Belle Brigade presented by: Presented in association with Another Planet Entertainment |
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| Wed–Sat • Oct 15–18 | The Hot Sardines |
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| Thu • Oct 16 | Experience Hendrix Featuring Billy Cox, Buddy Guy, Zakk Wylde, Jonny Lang, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Eric Johnson, Rich Robinson, Doyle Bramhall II, Chris Layton, Mato Nanji, Henri Brown, Noah Hunt, Tony Franklin, Scott Nelson and Tim Austin |
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Davis-area Live Events from Tandem Properties‘ Friends at The Davis Dirt
Friday, October 10, 2014
| Folk Music Jam Session UC Davis Wyatt Deck, Davis CA Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally over the lunch hour. All skill levels are welcome, and listeners are invited.12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Free |
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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 |
| Artist Reception UC Davis Craft Center, Davis CA “Feeling Spirit” the solo exhibition of ceramics instructor Meg Brown. Show runs 10/6-11/5.5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Free |
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Whole Foods 2nd Anniversary Event Whole Foods Market, Davis CA Whole Foods Market invites you to celebrate their 2nd Anniversary with a fun-filled evening on their lawn. FREE food, wine & cheese tastings, & kid-friendly activities!5:00 pm – 8:15 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 |
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| Opening Reception for “Sheltered” Davis Arts Center, Davis CA A free opening reception features children’s art activities, wine tasting, vegan appetizers, vegan pet treats and live music. Art sales benefit three animal welfare agencies: Alley Cat Allies, 4 R Friends, and Mow Wow Animals.6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Free |
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| 102nd Pajamarino Davis Amtrak Station, Davis CA UC Davis’ pajama event welcoming alumni to homecoming weekend at the Downtown Train Station. Featuring the Cal Aggie Marching Band-uh and refreshments.6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Free |
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| Velveteen Rabbit Davis Musical Theatre Company, Davis CA A children’s classic comes to life on stage. Presented by the Young Performers Theatre. Fri @ 7:15p, Sat & Sun @ 2:15p. Tix @ www.dmtc.org.7:15 pm $8 |
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Grow It, Heal It The Avid Reader, Davis CA Where there’s a symptom, there’s also a homegrown cure. Christopher Hobbs, a fourth generation herbalist and botanist with over 30 years experience with herbs, discusses his new book on herbal healing.7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Free |
| Cyrille Aimée Mondavi Center, Davis CA Mondavi events are listed in the calendar. See their website for details.8:00 pm $47 |
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| I See Hawks in LA Palms Playhouse, Winters CA 8:00 pm $15 |
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| Rising Stars of Opera Mondavi Center, Davis CA 8:00 pm Free |
Saturday, October 11, 2014
| UCD Bike Auction UC Davis Campus, Davis CA Over 400 bikes available. Preview bikes 7:30a., auction starts at 9a. In Pavilion Parking Structure at corner of Hutchison Dr. & Dairy Rd.7:30 am Free |
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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 |
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Cool Davis Festival Central Park, Davis CA 5th Annual Festival of Music, Food, Fun and great ideas and solutions for households to live sustainably. Electric vehicle show & tell, Bike rodeo, solar PV, Cool Solutions center, Sign up to participate as a “Cool Home” and receive free gift.9:00 am – 1:30 pm Free |
| Introduction to Contemplative Psychology Shambhala Meditation Center, Davis CA A 2-day introductory class for people who would like to experience the fundamentals of Karuna Training and the foundations of Contemplative Psychology. This stand-alone class has no prerequisites, and is open to everyone. Scholarship and work-study opportunities available. For more info, contact [email protected]. Tix @ tinyurl.com/ICP-davis.9:00 am – 5:00 pm $135 |
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UCD Arboretum Plant Sale UC Davis Arboretum, Davis CA New Front Yard: The area’s largest selection of attractive, drought-tolerant, easy-care, region-appropriate plants including lots of CA natives and Arboretum All-Stars. 9 -11a Members Only; 11a-1p Open to the public. All members receive 10% off their purchases; new members can join @ door and receive $10 off. @ Teaching Nursery.9:00 am – 1:00 pm Free |
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California Mural Conference and Workshop John Natsoulas Gallery, Davis CA The John Natsoulas Center of the Arts celebrates murals for two days with the California Mural Conference and Workshop. 10/11, Experience talks, lectures and more. On Sunday, 10/12, there will be a workshop by John Pugh.All Day 125.00 |
| Womens Fitness Festival Ken’s Bike, Ski, Board, Davis CA Vendors from bike and ski companies, as well as a variety of local fitness businesses in Davis showcasing fitness options available. Store wide discounts, swag bags, raffles.11:00 am – 4:00 pm Free |
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| Family Stories Yolo County Library, Davis Branch, Davis CA 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays to foster reading and encourage children to engage in group participation. Space is limited – please pick up one ticket per person at the Children’s Desk, starting 30 minutes before the program. Tickets are required for admission. 11:15 am – 11:45 am |
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| Pine Needle Basketry Workshop Pence Gallery, Davis CA In this hands-on workshop, attendees learn to weave pine needles into a simple basket shape, based on Melissa Woodburn’s own work on display. RSVP by 10/10. Ages 10+. $8 gen/$5 Pence members.12:00 pm – 2:00 pm $8/$5 |
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| Velveteen Rabbit Davis Musical Theatre Company, Davis CA A children’s classic comes to life on stage. Presented by the Young Performers Theatre. Fri @ 7:15p, Sat & Sun @ 2:15p. Tix @ www.dmtc.org.2:15 pm $8 |
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| Oktobrewfest Davis Community Park, Davis CA Kids’ 1/2 mile run, 5K run/walk, 10K run. Bottle-opener finisher’s metal. Participants 21+ receive a free brew, those <21 get a snow cone. Live music, games & costumes too! Register @ changeofpace.com/oktobrewfest.5:15 pm $13-$35 |
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| Ken Kemmerling on Piano Monticello Seasonal Cuisine, Davis CA Jazz standards & requests, every Saturday.6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Free |
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| Bill Kirchen & Too Much Fun Palms Playhouse, Winters CA 8:00 pm $20 |
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| Cyrille Aimée Mondavi Center, Davis CA Mondavi events are listed in the calendar. See their website for details.8:00 pm $47 |
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| Alicia Murphy Sophia’s Thai Kitchen, Davis CA All-original songs featuring fierce rhythm guitar, kick-drum, and unexpected harmonies. Her performances range from girl-and-her-guitar to full rock band. Idea Team opens. 21+.9:00 pm $5 |
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| The Brodys G Street Wunderbar, Davis CA Rock, all the way from Sacto. Doors open @ 9p. All ages.9:30 pm Free |
Sunday, October 12, 2014
| Introduction to Contemplative Psychology Shambhala Meditation Center, Davis CA A 2-day introductory class for people who would like to experience the fundamentals of Karuna Training and the foundations of Contemplative Psychology. This stand-alone class has no prerequisites, and is open to everyone. Scholarship and work-study opportunities available. For more info, contact [email protected]. Tix @ tinyurl.com/ICP-davis.9:00 am – 12:00 pm $135 |
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California Mural Conference and Workshop John Natsoulas Gallery, Davis CA The John Natsoulas Center of the Arts celebrates murals for two days with the California Mural Conference and Workshop. 10/11, Experience talks, lectures and more. On Sunday, 10/12, there will be a workshop by John Pugh.All Day 125.00 |
| Second Sunday Bingo Odd Fellows Hall, Davis CA Play bingo to benefit the Davis Police Department’s canine unit. Proceeds benefit Soroptimist International of Davis. Bingo prizes up to $250. $20/bingo packet.12:00 pm $20/$12 |
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| 2nd Sunday Bingo Odd Fellows Hall, Davis CA Play Bingo to benefit the Soroptomist International of Davis, whose mission is to improve the lives of women and girls through education and job training.1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $20/$12 |
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| Celebration of Life Concert and Art Festival Gallery 1855, Davis CA Davis Cemetery & Arboretum hosts its sixth annual Celebration of Life Arts Festival. The free festival features live music, poetry, and a non-juried community art show.1:00 pm – 4:00 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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| Harvest UC Davis Campus, Davis CA A Gathering of Food, Wine, Beer, and the Arts. A family-friendly zone on Vanderhoef Quad, the debut of a new exhibit at the Nelson Gallery, interactive displays, food, wine, beer, pumpkin carving, live music, and more. 4p-6p Food, Wine and Beer Event $20, 21+. Check website for exact locations on campus.1:00 pm – 10:00 pm $20/Free |
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Sahaya Walks 2014 International House, Davis CA Join us to raise support for kids infected by HIV in India. We do a 10-minute walk, have snacks, enjoy activities, games and music. $25 adult/$15 child. $5 extra at door. Families >3 get discounts.1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $25/S10 |
| The Art of Science UC Davis Wyatt Deck, Davis CA Enjoy UC Davis graduate student scientists presenting their research through song, dance, photography and other media. Participate in hands-on arts and crafts activities and engaging live demonstrations. (Rain location: 126 Voorhies Hall).1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Free |
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| Velveteen Rabbit Davis Musical Theatre Company, Davis CA A children’s classic comes to life on stage. Presented by the Young Performers Theatre. Fri @ 7:15p, Sat & Sun @ 2:15p. Tix @ www.dmtc.org.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.4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Free |
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| Arts & Leisure Mondavi Center, Davis CA Mondavi events are listed in the calendar. See their website for details.6:00 pm Free |
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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, October 13, 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 |
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| Tai Chi class Pamela Trokanski Performing Arts Center, Davis CA Celebrate Fall into Art with some free classes! Try Tai Chi – Open to teens and adults.8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Free |
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
| 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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| Artist Talk C.N. Gorman Museum, Davis CA Natalie Robertson speaks about her exhibit “Homes Fires Burning”. Show runs 9/30-12/12.4:00 pm – 6:00 pm 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 |
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| 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 |
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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, October 15, 2014
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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. Opening day on campus this season is October 8.11:00 am – 1:30 pm Free |
| Thriller class Pamela Trokanski Performing Arts Center, Davis CA A series of classes to learn the dance from Michael Jackson’s Thriller and then the opportunity to perform it in a dance flash at the Downtown Davis Halloween trick or treating event.4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Free |
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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. 10/1 Pleasant Valley Boys (Bluegrass); 10/8 Reegal Beezers (Jazz & Beatles); 10/15 The Sharks (‘60s Rock Instrumentals); 10/22 Walkin’ the Dawg (Rock ‘n Roll); 10/29 Red Union Blues (Rock/Pop/Folk/Country). 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm |
| 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 |
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Trivia Night Ketmoree Thai Restaurant, Davis CA Check FB page for theme. All ages. 8:00 pm |
| Open Mic Sophia’s Thai Kitchen, Davis CA The mic is truly “open” to ALL genres: from music to spoken word, comedy, backflips, belly dancing, show and tell, political ranting, freestyle rapping, etc etc. Signups 7:30p 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm |
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| Evan Daly Blues Band Our House, Davis CA Big Sticky Mess proudly presents the World Premiere of the Evan Daly Blues Band. So grab a friend and get down to Our House for some dirty, loud, distorted blues featuring Davis’ premiere blues guitar player Mr. Evan Daly himself! 9:00 pm – 12:00 am |
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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 |
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| 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 |
Thursday, October 16, 2014
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Benjamin Kreith, Violin Mondavi Center, Davis CA Works for solo violin by Stefano Scodanibbio, James Tenney, and Laurie San Martin. In the Grand Lobby. 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm |
| Birds and On-Farm Hedgerows Veterans Memorial Theatre, Davis CA The final talk in the CreekSpeak series presented by Putah Creek Council. Clean-edge farming in the Central Valley has reduced habitat for native bird populations; however, evidence suggests that planting linear strips of native vegetation, called hedgerows, between fields could benefit birds. Presenter Karen Velas, Bird Conservation Project Manager, with Audubon California discusses. 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm |
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Conscience of the Constitution The Avid Reader, Davis CA Is liberty or democracy the primary constitutional value? Timothy Sandefur, an adjunct scholar at the Cato Institute, and attorney at the Pacific Legal Foundation discusses his most recent book on the constitution. 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm |
| Experience Hendrix Mondavi Center, Davis CA Mondavi events are listed in the calendar. See their website for details. 8:00 pm |
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| 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 |
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| Hollow Point Stumblers Sophia’s Thai Kitchen, Davis CA Original Slavic Latin Soul from right here in Davis, a melting pot like you have never heard. Sweet 100s opens. 21+. 9:00 pm |
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| Trivia Night Woodstock’s Pizza, Davis CA Get your team of 3-6 to Woodstocks for great prizes & fun! 9:00 pm |