Things to do around Davis CA the weekend of October 26, 2012
In the week before Halloween there’s a lot to around Davis (and Woodland ).
Friday’s Best Bet
At Mondavi
Eddie Izzard
Hailed as one of the foremost stand-up comics of this generation, British comedian Eddie Izzard takes ideas and situations and extrapolates them into bizarre, tangential, absurd and surreal comic narratives. In 2011 Izzard became the first solo stand-up comedian to appear at the Hollywood Bowl in his hugely successful show Eddie Izzard: Stripped to the Bowl, and has sold out venues from Madison Square Garden to Radio City Music Hall.
Regular:
$45 / $35 / $24
Student:
$22.5 / $17.5 / $12
Saturday’s Best Bet
UC Davis Athletics
| Sport | Event | Location | Time | Coverage |
| Football | Portland State (Parent and Family Weekend) | Davis, Calif. | 2:00 PM |  | |
| Swimming & Diving | San Jose State (S/D) | Davis, Calif. | 11:00 AM |
Sunday’s Best Bet
The Spooky Woodland Cemetery Tour is on Sunday the 28th. Go to Woodland City Cemetery at 800 West Street. Call 530-661-5887 for details.
Monday’s Best Bet
At Mondavi
Series: Distinguished SpeakersIn Conversation with Steve WozniakA Silicon Valley icon and philanthropist for more than 30 years, Steve Wozniak has been personally dedicated to a vision of making technology functionally and financially accessible. Founder of the Electronic Frontier Foundation and founding sponsor of the Tech Museum and Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose, Wozniak “adopted” the Los Gatos School District, providing students and teachers with hands-on teaching and donations of state-of-the-art technology equipment. Currently Chief Scientist at Fusion-IO, Wozniak released his autobiography, iWoz: From Computer Geek to Cult Icon: How I Invented the Personal Computer, Co-Founded Apple, and Had Fun Doing It in 2006. Regular: |
Movies
Movies opening in town this weekend include:
Cloud Atlas
2hr 44min – Rated R – Drama/Scifi/Fantasy
Director: Andy Wachowski – Cast: Tom Hanks, Halle Berry, Jim Broadbent, Hugo Weaving, Jim Sturgess
Director: Andy Wachowski – Cast: Tom Hanks, Halle Berry, Jim Broadbent, Hugo Weaving, Jim Sturgess
The film explores how the actions and consequences of individual lives impact one another throughout the past, the present and the future. Action, mystery and romance weave dramatically through the story as one soul is shaped from a killer into a hero and a single act of kindness ripples across centuries to inspire a revolution in the distant future. Each member of the ensemble appears in multiple roles as the stories move through time. « less
101 F Street, Davis, CA
Silent Hill: Revelation 3D
1hr 34min – Rated R – Horror/Suspense/Thriller
Director: Michael J. Bassett – Cast: Sean Bean, Kit Harington, Carrie-Anne Moss, Malcolm McDowell, Radha Mitchell
Director: Michael J. Bassett – Cast: Sean Bean, Kit Harington, Carrie-Anne Moss, Malcolm McDowell, Radha Mitchell
Heather Mason has long been on the run, always one step ahead of dangerous forces that she does not fully understand. Now, on the eve of Heather’s 18th birthday, plagued by horrific nightmares and the disappearance of her father, Heather discovers she is not who she thinks she is. The revelation leads her deeper into a demonic world that threatens to trap her in Silent Hill forever.
420 G Street, Davis, CA
Fun Size
1hr 30min – Rated PG-13 – Comedy
Director: Josh Schwartz – Cast: Thomas Mann, Victoria Justice, Johnny Knoxville, Chelsea Handler,Thomas McDonell – :
Director: Josh Schwartz – Cast: Thomas Mann, Victoria Justice, Johnny Knoxville, Chelsea Handler,Thomas McDonell – :
A teenage girl is forced to take her brother trick-or-treating on Halloween. When he goes missing, she recruits her friends to help track him down before her mother finds out.
101 F Street, Davis, CA
Sleepwalk With Me
1hr 20min – Rated PG-13 – Drama
Director: Mike Birbiglia – Cast: Lauren Ambrose, Carol Kane, James Rebhorn, Aya Cash, Alex Karpovsky – :
Director: Mike Birbiglia – Cast: Lauren Ambrose, Carol Kane, James Rebhorn, Aya Cash, Alex Karpovsky – :
Winner of a 2012 Audience Award at Sundance, comedian Mike Birbiglia wrote, directed and stars in this sincere and hilarious film, based on his off-Broadway show and bestselling book. It’s also the first movie co-written by Ira Glass and co-produced by “This American Life.” The story: when an aspiring stand-up fails to express his true feelings about his girlfriend and his stalled career, his anxiety comes out in increasingly funny and dangerous sleepwalking incidents. SLEEPWALK WITH ME features Lauren Ambrose (“Six Feet Under”), Carol Kane (“Taxi”), James Rebhorn (“Meet the Parents”), Cristin Milioti (star of Broadway’s “Once”), plus comedians Marc Maron, Kristen Schaal, Wyatt Cenac, Jesse Klein, Henry Phillips and David Wain. « less
616 Second Street, Davis, CA
2:35 4:35 6:35 8:35pm
And here are more weekend happenings from our friends at The Davis Dirt.
Friday, October 26
12:00pm
Folk Music Jam Session @ UC Davis Wyatt Deck Free
When Fri, October 26, 12pm – 1pm
Where, Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Folk 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
*The Enchanted Cellar Halloween Costume Rental @ UCD
When Fri, October 26, 3pm – 7pm
Where UCD Wright Hall Room 17 (map)
Description Halloween Costume Rentals at UC Davis October 17-31 Wright Hall, Room 17, UC Davis 50% discount for UCD students, faculty, staff, affiliates Appointments preferred: 530.752.0740 or rcfemling@ucdavis.edu More Info: theatredance.ucdavis.edu /costumes
3:00pm
Tales for Tails @ Davis Public Library Free
When Fri, October 26, 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Where 315 E. 14th St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Read 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
When Fri, October 26, 4pm – 10pm
Where 122 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
5:00pm
Critical Mass @ Central Park Free
WhenFri, October 26, 5pm – 7pm
Where405 C St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Join other cycle-minded folks on the last Friday of each month. Meet @ the big oak tree in Central Park and subsequently swarm the streets on your leg-powered two-wheelers. Free * Friends Click To View Event
6:00pm
*Cold Shot @ The Davis Graduate (Free)
When Fri, October 26, 6pm – 9pm
Where The Davis Graduate: 805 Russell Blvd. (map)
Description Live music with Cold Shot featuring Rene Martucci and Richard Urbino at The Davis Graduate, 6 pm – 9 pm 805 Russell Blvd., Davis (530) 758 – GRAD (4723) No Cover kids and families welcome Great music, food, friends and fun!
7:00pm
Davis Is Burning @ UC Davis Freeborn Hall Price TBA
When Fri, October 26, 7pm – 9pm
Where, Davis , CA (map)
Description Davis is Burning is arguably the biggest and most respected drag performance in Davis—it also happens to be the only one—and is a great way to get the most use out of your Halloween costume. Price TBA * Theater Click To View Event
7:30pm
The Haunt at Wright Hall @ UC Davis Main Theater $15/$10
When Fri, October 26, 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Where Wright Hall , Davis , CA (map)
Description Dress up (or not) for the haunted house and costume dance party. This year’s theme, A Twisted Fairy Tale, includes numerous interactive performance stages with start times every 15 min. Dance party 7:30-midnight. $10 dance only. Tix at Wright Hall box office. $15/$10 * Dancing/Fitness Click To View Event
8:00pm
Davis Shakespeare Ensemble @ UC Davis Arboretum $10-$15
When Fri, October 26, 8pm – 10pm
Where , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Radio Macbeth, an original version of Shakespeare’s haunting tragedy inspired by the format of 1930s radio plays, featuring live sound effects and an original score. Wed preview $5-$10; Thurs-Sat $10-$15. Tix: boxoffice@shakespearedavis.com, (530)802-0998, or www.shakespearedavis.com. $10-$15 * Theater Click To View Event
8:00pm
Eddie Izzard @ Mondavi Center $24-$45
When Fri, October 26, 8pm – 10pm
Where, Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description $24-$45 * Lecture Click To View Event
8:00pm
Peppino D’Agostino’s Pacific Guitar Ensemble @ Palms Playhouse $20
When Fri, October 26, 8pm – 10pm
Where 13 Main St., Winters , Winters , CA 95694 (map)
Description $20 * Music Click To View Event
Saturday, October 27
8:00am
Farmers Market & Fall Festival @ Central Park Free
When Sat, October 27, 8am – 1pm
Where 405 C St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Support your local farmers. Pet the baby pigs, enjoy live music by the Peter Franklin Band and Putah Creek Crawdads, plus arts & crafts for kids. The Pumpkin Patch, hosted by Soroptomist/Venture Clubs of Davis, is back by popular demand. Free * Eat/Drink Click To View Event
9:00am
Open House & Plant Sale @ Central Park Gardens Free
When Sat, October 27, 9am – 1pm
Where B St. & 4th St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Get timely gardening information, pick up free seeds, and enjoy fall in the garden. Garden starts for sale. Free * Nature Click To View Event
11:00am
* The Enchanted Cellar Halloween Costume Rentals @ UCD
When Sat, October 27, 11am – 5pm
Where UCD Wright Hall Room 17 (map)
Description Halloween Costume Rentals at UC Davis October 17-31 Wright Hall, Room 17, UC Davis 50% discount for UCD students, faculty, staff, affiliates Appointments preferred: 530.752.0740 or rcfemling@ucdavis.edu More Info: theatredance .ucdavis.edu /costumes
11:00am
*Cold Shot @ The Davis Graduate (Free)
When Sat, October 27, 11am – 1pm
Where The Davis Graduate: 805 Russell Blvd. (map)
Description Saturday October 27- Cold Shot @ the Davis Graduate 11 am – 1pm Pre Aggie game party with music by Cold Shot at The Davis Graduate 805 Russell Blvd., Davis, no cover (530) 758 – GRAD (4723)
11:00am
Annual Mill-In @ Yolo Wool Mill Free
When Sat, October 27, 11am – 1pm
Where 41501 County Road 27 , Woodland , CA 97776 (map)
Description Celebrate a family style Halloween with spider webs and black sheep. Mill tours, shearing demos, vendors, kntting, spinning, weaving, dyeing and felting demos & petting zoo. BBQ 1p. Free * Family Fun Click To View Event
1:00pm
Bounty of Pollination @ Robert Mondavi Institute Sensory Building $60/$50
When Sat, October 27, 1pm – 3pm
Where Silverado Vineyards Sensory Theater , Davis , CA (map)
Description Learn about the world of pollination through discussions, cooking demonstration and tastings. Attendees are invited to bring a jar of their honey, with the top three winning a prize. Register @ rmi.ucdavis.edu/bounty-of-pollination. $60 gen/$50 members. $60/$50 * Eat/Drink Click To View Event
1:00pm
Day of the Dead @ Gallery 1855 Free
When Sat, October 27, 1pm – 3pm
Where 820 Pole Line Rd. , Davis , CA 95618 (map)
Description Bring a blanket, perhaps a picnic, some memories… Pan de los Muertos, hot chocolate & Mariachi Tonantzin in concert. You are welcome to bring something for the community altar. Free * Friends Click To View Event
7:00pm
Monster Bash @ Odd Fellows Hall $25/$20
When Sat, October 27, 7pm – 8pm
Where 415 2nd St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Live music from Custom Neon, costume contest, and cash bar. Costumes encouraged and prizes. Event benefits the DHS Madrigal Singers. Tix @ Watermelon Music & sckinkle@sbcglobal.net. $20 adv/ $25 door. $25/$20 * Music Click To View Event
7:30pm
Belle Francisco @ Veterans Memorial Theatre (VMT) Free
When Sat, October 27, 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Where 203 E. 14th St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Part of “An Evening at the Vets” concert series. Belle Francisco’s songs are an exploration of justice, human development, bonding, love and loss all in support of soul transformation. Her music is a colorful blend of blues, folk, jazz, and rock styles. Stone Soup Catering & To Go will have snacks and drinks for sale. Free * Music Click To View Event
7:30pm
The Haunt @ UC Davis Main Theater $15/$10
When Sat, October 27, 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Where Wright Hall , Davis , CA (map)
Description Dress up (or not) for the haunted house and costume dance party. This year’s theme, A Twisted Fairy Tale, includes numerous interactive performance stages with start times every 15 min. Dance party 7:30-midnight. $10 dance only. Tix at Wright Hall box office. $15/$10 * Dancing/Fitness Click To View Event
8:00pm
Davis Shakespeare Ensemble @ UC Davis Arboretum $10-$15
When Sat, October 27, 8pm – 10pm
Where, Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Radio Macbeth, an original version of Shakespeare’s haunting tragedy inspired by the format of 1930s radio plays, featuring live sound effects and an original score. Wed preview $5-$10; Thurs-Sat $10-$15. Tix: boxoffice@shakespearedavis.com, (530)802-0998, or www.shakespearedavis.com. $10-$15 * Theater Click To View Event
8:00pm
The Hobarts @ Palms Playhouse $15
When Sat, October 27, 8pm – 10pm
Where 13 Main St., Winters , Winters , CA 95694 (map)
Description $15 * Music Click To View Event
9:00pm
DJ “RECESS” Electro @ Little Prague Free
When Sat, October 27, 9pm – 11pm
Where 330 G St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Dj Rich Resey and Dj Thick Nasti keep the crowd moving with electronic dance music with some Pop remixes, and a bit of hip hop. No Cover MOST Saturdays. ALWAYS free before 11p. Free * Music Click To View Event
9:00pm
Midnight Raid @ Wunderbar TBA
When Sat, October 27, 9pm – 11pm
Where 228 G St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Live Reggae/Funk band from Oakland. 21+. TBA * Music Click To View Event
Sunday, October 28
9:30am
Kids in Kommunity @ Davis Community Church (DCC) Free
When Sun, October 28, 9:30am – 10:30am
Where 412 C St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Join Solar Cooking and Child Activity Expert Reyel Daystar for an hour of fun! Children in preschool to 5th grade are invited to join in exploring gardening, solar cooking and games. Free * Family Fun Click To View Event
11:00am
Davis Flea Market @ E Street Plaza Free
When Sun, October 28, 11am – 3pm
Where 200 block of E St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description The perfect place to find nik naks to decorate your new pad, or that vintage kitchen appliance you’ve been hunting for. Free * Shopping Click To View Event
2:00pm
Davis Read and Book Talk @ Davis Public Library Free
When Sun, October 28, 2pm – 3pm
Where 315 E. 14th St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Special guest speaker Dr. Jiang Lin will lead a discussion on “Factory Girls: from village to city in changing China” written by Leslie T. Chang. Free * Friends Click To View Event
3:00pm
United Nations Day @ International House (I-House) Free
When Sun, October 28, 3pm – 5pm
Where 10 College Pk. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Hear Mr. Ryan Kaminski, a Leo Nevas Human Rights Fellow with the United Nations Association speaking on: “Solutions for a More Welcoming World: Defending the Rights of Refugees through the United Nations.” Reception to meet Mr. Kaminski at 3 p.m, talk at 3:30 p.m. Free * Lecture Click To View Event
7:00pm
House Show @ Chillanova House $Donation
When Sun, October 28, 7pm – 9pm
Where 802 Villanova , Davis , CA (map)
Description Lightning Bolt + Cheap Trick + The Monks + Angelo Badalamenti play this all ages show. $Donation * Music Click To View Event
7:30pm
The Haunt @ UC Davis Main Theater $15/$10
When Sun, October 28, 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Where Wright Hall , Davis , CA (map)
Description Dress up (or not) for the haunted house and costume dance party. This year’s theme, A Twisted Fairy Tale, includes numerous interactive performance stages with start times every 15 min. Dance party 7:30-midnight. $10 dance only. Tix at Wright Hall box office. $15/$10 * Dancing/Fitness Click To View Event
Monday, October 29
3:00pm
*The Enchanted Cellar Halloween Costume Rentals @ UCD
When Mon, October 29, 3pm – Wed, October 31, 6pm
Where UCD Wright Hall Room 17 (map)
Description Halloween Costume Rentals at UC Davis October 17-31 Wright Hall, Room 17, UC Davis 50% discount for UCD students, faculty, staff, affiliates Appointments preferred: 530.752.0740 or rcfemling@ucdavis.edu More Info: theatredance .ucdavis.edu /costumes
7:00pm
Pub Quiz @ DeVere’s Irish Pub Free
When Mon, October 29, 7pm – 9pm
Where 217 E St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Dr. Andy Quizmaster, hosts a weekly celebration of knowledge, strategy and raucous company. Teams of up to 6 players. Arrive @ 6p to secure a table. Free * Friends Click To View Event
7:30pm
California Glaciers @ Avid Reader Free
When Mon, October 29, 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Where 617 2nd St. , Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description Author, photographer, and activist Tim Palmer discusses his new book on California’s disappearing glaciers. Free * Lecture Click To View Event
8:00pm
In Conversation with Steve Wozniak @ Mondavi Center $35-$58
WhenMon, October 29, 8pm – 10pm
Where, Davis , CA 95616 (map)
Description$35-$58 * Lecture Click To View Event