Things to do in Davis the weekend of July 20, 2012
There are a lot of things to do in Davis this weekend. New movies in town include:
The Dark Knight Rises
2hr 44min – Rated PG-13 – Action/Adventure
Director: Christopher Nolan – Cast: Christian Bale, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Anne Hathaway, Tom Hardy, Gary Oldman – :
Director: Christopher Nolan – Cast: Christian Bale, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Anne Hathaway, Tom Hardy, Gary Oldman – :
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.
Here are live event highlights from our friends at The Davis Dirt.
Friday, July 20
12:00pm
Folk Music Jam Session @ UC Davis Wyatt Deck Free
WhenFri, July 20, 12pm – 1pm
Where, Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionFolk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally over the lunch hour. All skill levels are welcome, and listeners invited. Free * Music Click To View Event
3:00pm
Tales for Tails @ Davis Public Library Free
WhenFri, July 20, 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 20, 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
6:00pm
Wine Tasting @ Davis Food Co-op $1/taste
WhenFri, July 20, 6pm – 8pm
Where620 G St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionTaste a selection of wines in the Conf. Rm. 21+. Proceeds benefit the NCGA’s No Kid Hungry campaign. $1/taste * Eat/Drink Click To View Event
8:00pm
Audrey Auld @ Wagman House $20
WhenFri, July 20, 8pm – 10pm
Where1350 Monarch Ln. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionAudrey’s heart is in Country, Folk and Americana music with a presence as big as The Outback. She will be playing her “Music with the dirt left on” with friends Camille and Stuie. All proceeds go to the artists. $20 * Music Click To View Event
8:15pm
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ Davis Musical Theatre Company (DMTC) $16-$18
WhenFri, July 20, 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
James Garner: A Musical Tribute to Johnny Cash @ Palms Playhouse $20
WhenFri, July 20, 8:30pm – 10:30pm
Where13 Main St., Winters , Winters , CA 95694 (map)
Description$20 * Music Click To View Event
8:30pm
Psyche @ Barnyard Theatre $15/$10
WhenFri, July 20, 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
Howell Devine @ Sophia’s Thai Kitchen $5
WhenFri, July 20, 9:30pm – 11:30pm
Where129 E St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionWhen was the last time you let your soul sing to some blues? Come on out and feel it, this chance doesn’t come everyday. Opening band TBA, 21+. $5 * Music Click To View Event
Saturday, July 21
8:00am
Farmers Market @ Central Park Free
WhenSat, July 21, 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
9:00am
ArtsPlay @ Davis Community Church (DCC) Free
WhenSat, July 21, 9am – 12pm
Where412 C St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionDrop in art experience for children 5 and under – messy, creative, fun! In the Fellowship Hall. Free * Family Fun Click To View Event
10:00am
Guided Tour @ UC Davis Arboretum Free
WhenSat, July 21, 10:00am – 11:30am
Where, Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionTired of Mowing Your Lawn? This “how to” tour will explore changing a home landscape from lawn to low-water, low-maintenance, beautiful plantings. Free * Nature Click To View Event
11:00am
Folktales from Around the World @ Marguerite Montgomery Elementary School Free
WhenSat, July 21, 11am – 12pm
Where1441 Danbury St. , Davis , CA 95618 (map)
DescriptionExplore the jungles of the Amazon and the palaces of Persia, as Acme Theatre Company performs three funny folk-tales. This 30-minute performance is intended for young audiences and their families. Taking place at the South Davis Satellite Library Branch. Free * Family Fun
8:00pm
Tish Hinojosa @ Palms Playhouse $20
WhenSat, July 21, 8pm – 10pm
Where13 Main St., Winters , Winters , CA 95694 (map)
Description$20 * Music Click To View Event
8:15pm
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ Davis Musical Theatre Company (DMTC) $16-$18
WhenSat, July 21, 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 21, 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
The Family Crest @ Sophia’s Thai Kitchen $5
WhenSat, July 21, 9:30pm – 11:30pm
Where129 E St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionThis orchestral indie collective based in SF is a 6-piece band with over 250 ‘Extended Family Members’ fuse rock, classical, folk, and jazz. Lindsay Clark opens, 21+. $5 * Music Click To View Event
Sunday, July 22
2:15pm
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat @ Davis Musical Theatre Company (DMTC) $16-$18
WhenSun, July 22, 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
Greek Rebetika w/Pasatempo @ Village Homes Community Center $15/$13
WhenSun, July 22, 7pm – 9pm
Where2661 Portage Bay East , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
DescriptionAn evening of rebetika and other folk music of Greece & the Balkans both locally and nationally. For reservations call (530) 867-1032, $13 adv/ $15 door. $15/$13 * Music Click To View Event
8:30pm
Psyche @ Barnyard Theatre $15/$10
WhenSun, July 22, 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