Things to do around Davis CA for the week of September 19 – September 25, 2014

There’s lots to do around Davis, CA this weekend (and beyond).

For families the best bet is Saturday and it’s free and “EVERYTHING IS AWESOME!”: The Lego Movie in Central Park.

Movies in the Park

 

UC DAVIS ATHLETICS

September 2014
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
14
Men’s Water Polo
No 6 Pacific
L, 11-10 (SV)
Stockton, Calif.
Women’s Soccer

Utah RV
L, 1-0 (OT)
Aggie Soccer Field
15
Women’s Golf
Branch Law Firm/Dick McGuire Invitational
10th of 16 (2nd rd. suspended)
Albuquerque, N.M.
Men’s Golf

Saint Marys Invitational
10th of 16 (36 of 54 holes)
Monterey, Calif.
16
Women’s Volleyball
Sacramento State
W, 3-2
Sacramento, Calif.
Women’s Golf

Branch Law Firm/Dick McGuire Invitational
3rd of 16 (Final)
Albuquerque, N.M.
Men’s Golf

Saint Marys Invitational
10th of 16 (Final)
Monterey, Calif.
17 18 19
Field Hockey
California
3:00 PM
Aggie Field Hockey Facility
Women’s Volleyball

Wyoming
3:30 PM
Greeley, Colo.
Women’s Soccer

Nevada
5:00 PM
Reno, Nev.
Men’s Soccer

Air Force
5:00 PM
Davis, Calif.
20
Men’s Water Polo
Pacific
9:20 AM
Stockton, Calif.
Women’s Volleyball

Northern Colorado
12:00 PM
Greeley, Colo.
Women’s Volleyball

Hampton
3:30 PM
Greeley, Colo.
Women’s Tennis

Aggie Pro/AM
TBA
Marya Welch Tennis Center
Men’s Water Polo

UCLA or Pomona Pitzer
TBA
Stockton, Calif.
Women’s Golf

East & West Match Play Challenge
All Day
Ann Arbor, Mich.
21
Field Hockey
Central Michigan
12:00 PM
Aggie Field Hockey Facility
Men’s Soccer

Grand Canyon
1:00 PM
Davis, Calif.
Women’s Soccer

Santa Clara RV
7:00 PM
Santa Clara, Calif.
Men’s Water Polo

Opponent TBA
TBA
Stockton, Calif.
Women’s Golf

East & West Match Play Challenge
All Day
Ann Arbor, Mich.
Men’s Water Polo

Opponent TBA
TBA
Stockton, Calif.
22
Women’s Golf
East & West Match Play Challenge
All Day
Ann Arbor, Mich.
Men’s Golf

Husky Invitational
All Day
Bremerton, Wash.
23
Men’s Golf
Husky Invitational
All Day
Bremerton, Wash.
24 25
Field Hockey
Bryant University
1:00 PM
Smithfield, R.I.

MOVIES

Three new movies are opening in Davis this week:

The Maze Runner: When Thomas wakes up trapped in a massive maze with a group of other boys, he has no memory of the outside world other than strange dreams about a mysterious organization known as W.C.K.D. Only by piecing together fragments of his past with clues he discovers in the maze can Thomas hope to uncover his true purpose and a way to escape. Based upon the best-selling novel by James Dashner.RottenTomatoes score of 63%

A Walk Among Tombstones: Based on Lawrence Block’s bestselling series of mystery novels, A Walk among the Tombstones stars Liam Neeson as Matt Scudder, an ex-NYPD cop who now works as an unlicensed private investigator operating just outside the law. When Scudder reluctantly agrees to help a heroin trafficker (Dan Stevens) hunt down the men who kidnapped and then brutally murdered his wife, the PI learns that this is not the first time these men have committed this sort of twisted crime…nor will it be the last. Blurring the lines between right and wrong, Scudder races to track the deviants through the backstreets of New York City before they kill again. RottenTomatoes score of 62%

This is Where I Leave You: The dramatic comedy “This is Where I Leave You” is directed by Shawn Levy, and based on the hilarious and poignant best-selling novel by Jonathan Tropper. It features a starring ensemble cast including Golden Globe winner Jason Bateman (“Arrested Development”); Golden Globe and Emmy Award winner Tina Fey (“30 Rock”); and two-time Oscar (R) winner, multiple Golden Globe honoree and 2013 Emmy Award nominee Jane Fonda (“Klute,” “Coming Home,” HBO’s “The Newsroom”).  RottenTomatoes score of 40%

(Click here for the latest show times or scroll down to the bottom of this post to see our weekend movie show time guide below.)

At the Mondavi Center:

SEPTEMBER 2014

Thu • Sep 18 Mistura Brasileira Samba Dance Company
In Association with The Brazilian Center For Cultural Exchange
FREE
more info
Thu • Sep 18 Caetano Veloso Has online video clip tickets BUY NOW! 
Fri • Sep 19 Element Brass Band
In Association with the Sacramento Traditional Jazz Society
FREE
more info
Fri • Sep 19 Ellis Marsalis, Jr. and
Delfeayo Marsalis
 Has online video clip Has Uncorked Event
The Last Southern Gentlemen
tickets BUY NOW!

Davis-area Live Events from Tandem Properties‘ Friends at The Davis Dirt

Friday, September 19, 2014

Zapato Viejo
Sudwerk Dock Store, Davis CA
Live music + ping pong + hand crafted beers = happiness5:00 pm – 8:00 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
Beer Tasting: Anchor Brewing
Whole Foods Market, Davis CA
Free in-store beer tasting with Anchor Brewing Co. If you’re 21+ stop by the cafe and have  a sip.6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Free
Wine Tasting Wine Tasting
Davis Food Co-op, Davis CA
New Zealand is new to the world wine scene, but their Sauvignon Blanc is creating quite a buzz. Come see how it compares to California wines. Benefits Yolo Community Care Continuum. $1 per taste, which includes lovely snacks.6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
$1/taste
Element Brass Band
Mondavi Center, Davis CA
In Association with the Sac. Traditional Jazz Society. In Corin Courtyard.6:30 pm
Free
Catie Curtis
Palms Playhouse, Winters CA
8:00 pm
$20
Ellis Marsalis, Jr. + Delfeayo Marsalis
Mondavi Center, Davis CA
Other wised known as the patriarch of America’s first family of jazz.8:00 pm
$37+
Shrek The Musical
Davis Musical Theatre Company, Davis CA
The hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre is brought to dazzling new life on the stage. Fri & Sat @ 8:15p, Sun @ 2:15p. Tix @ www.dmtc.org. $18 gen/$16 st & sen.8:15 pm
$18/$16

Saturday, September 20, 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
Kids Club Scavenger Hunt
Whole Foods Market, Davis CA
A scavenger hunt and help support the Whole Kids Foundation. First 20 kids get a goody bag!8:00 am – 9:00 pm
Suggested $3 Donation
California Coast and Creek Cleanup California Coast and Creek Cleanup
City of Davis, Davis CA
Every year, on the third Saturday in September, people join together at sites all over California to take part in the State’s largest volunteer event, California Coast and Creek Cleanup Day. In 2013, over 58,000 volunteers removed almost 750,000 pounds of trash and recyclables from California’s beaches, lakes, and waterways. Join local volunteers for a morning of picking up trash at three of Davis’s waterways: North Pond (meet at the Northstar Park Parking Area at 3434 Anderson Rd.), Davis Core Area Pond (1919 2nd St.), and West Pond (meet at the pond access gate at 1900 Lake Blvd., next to Circle K). See www.putahcreekcouncil.org for details.9:00 am – 12:00 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
Help Tree Davis plant trees on Russell Blvd.!
Unitarian Universalist Church, Davis CA
Join Tree Davis and residents near Russell Blvd. and Patwin Rd. as we plant 22 native trees in the neighborhood. Register here: http://www.treedavis.org/?page_id=159:00 am – 12:00 pm
free
Fall planting
FARM Davis, Davis CA
FARM Davis is an alternative form of civic action, building community through sustainable farming of public and private space, assisting low-income and homeless populations, and integrating local and real food into mainstream culture and education. Help out with a fall planting @ Valdora St. Farm (1730 Valdora St.). Email [email protected] for more info.10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Free
Creative Women's Circle (CWC) Creative Women’s Circle (CWC)
Yolo County Library, Davis Branch, Davis CA
A club open to all, our goal is to encourage everyone to be creative — however that happens for you. We encourage show-and-tell and the sharing of ideas. Some months include a workshop/ play day.10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Free
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
Ken Kemmerling on Piano
Monticello Seasonal Cuisine, Davis CA
Jazz standards & requests, every Saturday.6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free
Movies in the Park Movies in the Park
Central Park, Davis CA
Bring a blanket and cozy up  in front of the giant outdoor screen. Tonight’s showing is The Lego Movie (2013). Sponsored by Davis Sunset Rotary. Movie starts at sunset.7:15 pm
Free
Author Event: He Said, She Said Author Event: He Said, She Said
The Avid Reader, Davis CA
Authors Wendelin Van Draanen and Mark Parsons discuss books, writing, and how they survive sharing an office. They also share how they juggled full time jobs and raising children as they worked toward publication.7:30 pm
Free
Skin’s Reunion Concert
Odd Fellows Hall, Davis CA
For the first time since 1994 The Skins, a popular Davis and Sacramento band from the 1970’s, will perform a reunion concert. Doors open @ 6:30p. Tix at Armadillo Records, Watermelon Music, and at the door. For more info email email [email protected]8:00 pm
$15
Tom Rigney and Flambeau
Palms Playhouse, Winters CA
8:00 pm
$20
Shrek The Musical
Davis Musical Theatre Company, Davis CA
The hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre is brought to dazzling new life on the stage. Fri & Sat @ 8:15p, Sun @ 2:15p. Tix @ www.dmtc.org. $18 gen/$16 st & sen.8:15 pm
$18/$16
Pree
Sophia’s Thai Kitchen, Davis CA
Hailing from DC, Pree combines a wide variety of musical elements to create a unique sound with contagious energy. Soft Swells and Robin Bacior open. 21+.9:00 pm
$5

Sunday, September 21, 2014

Jazz Brunch
Monticello Seasonal Cuisine, Davis CA
Guitarist Jon Spivack performs.11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Free
Kids Club $2 Fruit Kabobs
Whole Foods Market, Davis CA
Fruit Kabobs for $2. All proceeds go to Whole Kids Foundation, which provides local children with access to healthy food choices through partnerships with schools, educators, and organizations.11:00 am – 2:00 pm
$2
The People's Climate Action Day The People’s Climate Action Day
Central Park, Davis CA
Community gathering in Davis Central Park in solidarity with The People’s Climate March going on in NYC on the same day. It’s BIG! Go to Cool Davis website for full schedule.11:30 am – 3:00 pm
Free
Sunday Service
Bike Forth, Davis CA
A day to service the Bike 4th. Everyone welcome to help organize inventory, harvest parts, post shop signs, design a more efficient space, etc. Potlucks encouraged but not required. Every 3rd Sunday.12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free
Food Not Bombs
Central Park, Davis CA
Enjoy free vegetarian meals with like-minded people who feel food is a right. Everyone welcome. Every Sunday. FNB is looking for dedicated volunteers who are free on Sundays. Email [email protected].1:00 pm
Free
Children’s Storytelling
International House, Davis CA
Sac storyteller & musician, Angela James, entertains the audience with a lively & interactive program. $2/person or $5/family.2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
$2/$5
Master Gardeners
Yolo County Library, Davis Branch, Davis CA
Providing drought information to home gardeners, the Master Gardeners explain ways to care for plants.2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free
Shrek The Musical
Davis Musical Theatre Company, Davis CA
The hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre is brought to dazzling new life on the stage. Fri & Sat @ 8:15p, Sun @ 2:15p. Tix @ www.dmtc.org. $18 gen/$16 st & sen.2:15 pm
$18/$16
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.4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Free
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, September 22, 2014

Performers Circle Performers Circle
Village Homes Community Center, Davis CA
Join your fellow music lovers. 6:45-7:15p-open mic sign-ups, 7:15-8:15p-open mic, 8:30-9p-featured performer. Performers’ Circle is an acoustic open mic with featured act, Joaquin Feliciano. Monthly, on the 4th Monday.6:45 pm
Free
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
Dick Diver + Michael O + G. Green Dick Diver + Michael O + G. Green
Third Space, Davis CA
Dick Diver (Australia, Chapter Music) along with Michael O. (Michael Olivares from The Mantles) and Sacramento’s own G. Green (new album Area Codes) play indie/punk stylings. All ages dry venue.8:00 pm
$7

Tuesday, September 23, 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
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
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, September 24, 2014

Whole Foods 5% Day
Whole Foods Market, Davis CA
Purchase groceries at Whole Foods Market Davis and 5% of all purchases will benefit the California Association of Resource Conservation Districts. Find out more about the CARCD at www.carcd.org8:00 am – 9:00 pm
Farmers Mkt. & Picnic in the Park 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. 9/3 It’s About Time (Big Band/Swing); 9/10 The Undulations (Post-Modern Swing); 9/17 Jenny Lynn & Her Real Gone Daddies (Bluegrass); 9/24 Catfish & the Crawdaddies (American Roots).4:30 pm – 8:30 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
Trivia Night 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, September 25, 2014

Kids Club: Make Your Own Mosaic Art
Whole Foods Market, Davis CA
Whole Food and the Arboretum will lead kids to make their own Mosaic Art! A suggested $4 Donation to Whole Kids Foundation, which provides local children with access to healthy food choices through partnerships with schools and educators.5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
$4
Wine'd Down Thursday Wine’d Down Thursday 
Sundstrom Hill Winery, Davis CA
Ryan McBride is a Davis-native guitarist, singer, and songwriter. His mellow acoustic style takes influence from greats such as Tom Petty and Bob Dylan, alongside many other contemporary folk writers. Perfect with wine!5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Free
Nature & You Lecture Series
Yolo County Library, Davis Branch, Davis CA
Lecture on Honey Bees and the Haven by Christine Casey, manager of the Haagen-Dazs Honey Bee Haven.6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Free
Davis Food Not Bombs: Past To Present
Third Space, Davis CA
A retrospective celebration with art, pictures, stories, and information. All are welcome.7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free
Jonathan Bydlek
The Avid Reader, Davis CA
The Solutions Speakers Series present the president of the only national, single-issue organization dedicated to reducing federal spending. He will discuss his organization and participate in a question and answer session.7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Free
Quinton Duval Poetry Series
Logos Books, Davis CA
Bay Area poet and former poet laureate of Benicia, Lois Requist, reads from her collected works. She is joined by fellow poet Frances Jackson. Light refreshments served. All are welcome!7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Free
Dan Bern
Palms Playhouse, Winters CA
8:00 pm
$15
Latin Night
Sophia’s Thai Kitchen, Davis CA
Every third Thursday with DJ Ciel. 21+9:00 pm
Free
Trivia Night
Woodstock’s Pizza, Davis CA
Get your team of 3-6 to Woodstocks for great prizes & fun!9:00 pm
Free

Davis CA Weekend Movie Show Times:

Davis Varsity Theatre

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

‎1hr 46min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Drama‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

‎1:45‎  ‎4:00‎  ‎6:15‎  ‎8:30pm‎

‎1hr 45min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Comedy/Drama‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

‎1:35‎  ‎3:50‎  ‎6:05‎  ‎8:20pm‎

Regal Davis Stadium 5

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

‎1hr 43min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Comedy‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

1:40‎   ‎4:20‎   ‎7:00‎   ‎7:40‎   ‎9:40‎   ‎10:15pm‎

‎1hr 31min‎‎ – Rated PG-13‎‎ – Drama/Scifi/Fantasy‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

2:10‎   ‎4:50‎   ‎7:30‎   ‎10:10pm‎

‎1hr 48min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Action/Adventure/Suspense/Thriller‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

2:20‎   ‎5:00pm‎

‎1hr 57min‎‎ – Rated PG‎‎ – Drama‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

2:00‎   ‎4:40‎   ‎7:10‎   ‎9:50pm‎

‎1hr 55min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Comedy‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

1:50‎   ‎4:30‎   ‎7:20‎   ‎10:00pm‎

Regal Davis Holiday 6

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

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

1:00‎   ‎2:00‎   ‎4:00‎   ‎5:00‎   ‎7:00‎   ‎8:00‎   ‎9:50‎   ‎10:45pm‎

‎1hr 47min‎‎ – Rated PG‎‎ – Drama‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

12:45‎   ‎3:45‎   ‎6:45‎   ‎10:00pm‎

‎1hr 54min‎‎ – Rated R‎‎ – Suspense/Thriller/Action/Adventure/Drama‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

1:30‎   ‎4:30‎   ‎7:30‎   ‎10:20pm‎

‎1hr 24min‎‎ – Rated PG-13‎‎ – Suspense/Thriller‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

1:45‎   ‎4:45‎   ‎7:45‎   ‎10:30pm‎

‎2hr 2min‎‎ – Rated PG-13‎‎ – Action/Adventure/Scifi/Fantasy‎ – Trailer  – IMDb 

1:15‎   ‎4:15‎   ‎7:15‎   ‎10:10pm‎