Things to do in Davis, CA for the July 27, 20102 weekend.

There are a lot of things to do in Davis this weekend. Big movies in town include:

The Dark Knight Rises

The Dark Knight Rises

Reviews – Trailer – Photos – IMDb
‎2hr 44min‎‎ – Rated PG-13‎‎ – Action/Adventure‎
Director: Christopher Nolan – Cast: Christian Bale, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Anne Hathaway, Tom Hardy, Gary Oldman – : Rated 0.0 out of 5.0
After eight years of struggling with his new status as a wanted vigilante, Batman must contend with newcomers Catwoman and the brutal and villainous Bane.

 

For those of you seeing Dark Knight Rises for the first time, check out:

15 Things to Know Before Watching ‘The Dark Knight Rises’

For those of you who want to debate the movie:

/Film’s 15 Things That Bothered Us About ‘The Dark Knight Rises’

Nolan Fans has a rebuttal article: 15 Things That Didn’t Bother Us About The Dark Knight Rises

For those of you seeing it a second time:

MTV has ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ Again: Tips For Your Second Viewing

Here are live event highlights from our friends at The Davis Dirt.

The Davis Dirt

Friday, July 27
3:00pm

 Tales for Tails @ Davis Public Library Free
WhenFri, July 27, 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Where315 E. 14th St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionRead to a therapy dog. Animals are ideal reading companions because they: help increase relaxation and lower blood pressure, listen attentively, do not judge, laugh or criticize, allow children to proceed at their own pace, & are less intimidating than peers. First come, first served for 10 minute slots. No reservations. Free * Friends Click To View Event
4:00pm

 Mr. Glass @ Delta of Venus Free
WhenFri, July 27, 4pm – 10pm
Where122 B St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionImmensely popular soul and jazz DJ show on the shady Delta of Venus patio, with happy hour specials 3p-6p. Free * Music Click To View Event
8:15pm

 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ Davis Musical Theatre Company (DMTC) $16-$18
WhenFri, July 27, 8:15pm – 10:15pm
Where607 Pena Dr. , Davis , CA 95618 (map)
DescriptionThe story, based on the “coat of many colors” of Joseph from the Bible’s Book of Genesis, is a family-friendly storyline with its universal themes and catchy music. $16 stdnts/snrs, $18 gen. admin. $16-$18 * Theater Click To View Event
8:30pm

 BeauSoleil Quartet avec Michael Doucet @ Palms Playhouse $25
WhenFri, July 27, 8:30pm – 10:30pm
Where13 Main St., Winters , Winters , CA 95694 (map)
Description$25 * Music Click To View Event
8:30pm

 Psyche @ Barnyard Theatre $15/$10
WhenFri, July 27, 8:30pm – 10:30pm
Where35125 County Road 31 , Davis , CA (map)
DescriptionMeghan Brown’s Psyche is “a classic tale of love, betrayal, and blindingly good sex.” In this darkly humorous retelling of the Greek myth, a young poet wastes away in the attic coaxing poetry from his muse, the immortal Psyche. His mother, an aging movie star, is set to begin a new life with her new lover, his former best friend. What do we really want from the people we love? People who see us for what we are? Or people who are willing to remain blindfolded? Order tix online (http://www.barnyardtheatre.org/tickets), by phone (530-574-1318), or by e-mail (boxoffice@barnyardtheatre.org). $15 gen/$10 st & sen. $15/$10 * Theater Click To View Event
9:30pm

 Doug Paisley @ Sophia’s Thai Kitchen $5
WhenFri, July 27, 9:30pm – 11:30pm
Where129 E St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionRolling Stone thinks this cat pumped out one of the best singer-songwriter albums in 2010. PLUS the amazing Garrett Pierce, PLUS Rin Tin Tiger from SF, all for $5. Nah, you would rather have a burrito, 21+. $5 * Music Click To View Event
Saturday, July 28
8:00am

 Farmers Market @ Central Park Free
WhenSat, July 28, 8am – 1pm
Where405 C St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionSupport your local farmers. Seasonal produce, baked goods, hot food-to-go & more. Free * Eat/Drink Click To View Event
6:00pm

 Sweet Chariot and Times Infinity @ David and Mirabai’s House *RSVP*
WhenSat, July 28, 6pm – 9pm
WhereDavid and Mirabai’s House: 718 Hacienda Avenue (map)
DescriptionTo RSVP and get details email: davidwhorning@gmail.com
8:00pm

 Dick Holdstock & Alan MacLeod @ Wagman House $15
WhenSat, July 28, 8pm – 10pm
Where1350 Monarch Ln. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionAfter 25 years, they continue to perform authentic renditions of the songs of their homelands in England and Scottland. Whether performing shanties and other traditional music of the sea or nineteenth century ballads, they still captivate audiences from coast to coast. All proceeds go to the artists. $15 * Music Click To View Event
8:15pm

 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ Davis Musical Theatre Company (DMTC) $16-$18
WhenSat, July 28, 8:15pm – 10:15pm
Where607 Pena Dr. , Davis , CA 95618 (map)
DescriptionThe story, based on the “coat of many colors” of Joseph from the Bible’s Book of Genesis, is a family-friendly storyline with its universal themes and catchy music. $16 stdnts/snrs, $18 gen. admin. $16-$18 * Theater Click To View Event
8:30pm

 Psyche @ Barnyard Theatre $15/$10
WhenSat, July 28, 8:30pm – 10:30pm
Where35125 County Road 31 , Davis , CA (map)
DescriptionMeghan Brown’s Psyche is “a classic tale of love, betrayal, and blindingly good sex.” In this darkly humorous retelling of the Greek myth, a young poet wastes away in the attic coaxing poetry from his muse, the immortal Psyche. His mother, an aging movie star, is set to begin a new life with her new lover, his former best friend. What do we really want from the people we love? People who see us for what we are? Or people who are willing to remain blindfolded? Order tix online (http://www.barnyardtheatre.org/tickets), by phone (530-574-1318), or by e-mail (boxoffice@barnyardtheatre.org). $15 gen/$10 st & sen. $15/$10 * Theater Click To View Event
9:30pm

 Toshio Hirano + The Two Man Gentleman Band @ Sophia’s Thai Kitchen $5
WhenSat, July 28, 9:30pm – 11:30pm
Where129 E St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionThis Japanese Jimmie Rodgers’s yodel will bring tears to your eyes. Joined by the NY’s Gentleman’s swing band. One special night, 21+. $5 * Music Click To View Event
Sunday, July 29
11:00am

 Davis Flea Market + Davis Dollars Craft Fair @ E Street Plaza Free
WhenSun, July 29, 11am – 3pm
Where200 block of E St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionTwo markets, two currencies, and a Two Man Gentlemen Band… July Flea is going to be a real nice clambake. Free * Shopping Click To View Event
2:00pm

 Bleached T-Shirts and Glow Nails @ Davis Public Library Free
WhenSun, July 29, 2pm – 4pm
Where315 E. 14th St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionBring a dark colored t-shirt you’d like to decorate and paint your nails glow-in-the-dark green and add a decal or two. This program is free to teens and tweens. Free * Friends Click To View Event
2:15pm

 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ Davis Musical Theatre Company (DMTC) $16-$18
WhenSun, July 29, 2:15pm – 4:15pm
Where607 Pena Dr. , Davis , CA 95618 (map)
DescriptionThe story, based on the “coat of many colors” of Joseph from the Bible’s Book of Genesis, is a family-friendly storyline with its universal themes and catchy music. $16 stdnts/snrs, $18 gen. admin. $16-$18 * Theater Click To View Event
7:00pm

 Night of New Plays Festival @ Barnyard Theatre Free
WhenSun, July 29, 7pm – 9pm
Where35125 County Road 31 , Davis , CA (map)
DescriptionExplore and enjoy new scripts under development through this series of readings, stagings and audience discussions. See www.barnyardtheatre.org for details. Free * Theater Click To View Event
7:30pm

 Donna Jean Godchaux Band w/ Mark Karan @ Palms Playhouse $20
WhenSun, July 29, 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Where13 Main St., Winters , Winters , CA 95694 (map)
Description$20 * Music Click To View Event