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Road reconstruction work that was postponed due to recent storms has resumed and will reach its peak of activity next week. On Monday, North Bay Construction, the city of Davis’ contractor, will grind the asphalt concrete pavement of Second Street from B to east of G Street. This work will take one to two work … Continue Reading
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Davis will honor the legacy of a pioneering farm labor leader Saturday at the 11th annual César Chávez Day celebration at 11 a.m. in Central Park, Fourth and C streets. The free event is sponsored by the city of Davis through the Human Relations Commission. The celebration will take place at the Rotary Stage at … Continue Reading
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David Chan of ADP Publishing.org and the UC Davis Student Investors & Entrepreneurs’ Club will present a free seminar on online branding and reputation management from 7:10 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in Room 1150 of Hart Hall on the UCD campus. The event is open to the public, but seating is limited.
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Local residents are invited to a free candy-making demonstration featuring Chef Judi Adelman at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 10, in the housewares building at Davis Ace Hardware, Third and G streets. Adelman will teach the process of creating peanut butter cups, cake pops and more. The class is free. Guests are requested to register with … Continue Reading
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Korean language classes meet every Thursday at 11 a.m. at International House, 10 College Park in Davis. “Whether you are a beginner or advanced, I-House has a volunteer teacher to help you,” a news release said. Language classes are free to members and student memberships are $20 a year. I-House offers 16 different language classes … Continue Reading
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The 2011 bulky item drop-off program continues from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Davis Waste Removal, 2727 Second St. Local residents may bring their unwanted bulky items: refrigerators and freezers (limit of two), large appliances, mattresses, furniture, sinks, bathtubs, toilets, wood scraps, scrap metal, and other bulky … Continue Reading
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For curious kids, summer science camps are a fun time to be social away from the family, and a unique opportunity to learn and play with Explorit’s science-loving staff. Depending on each week’s theme, Explorit educators will guide campers through discoveries of art, science mysteries, transportation, animals and even science careers. From using scientific principles … Continue Reading
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The Friends of the Davis Public Library will have its bi-monthly book sale starting Friday, April 8. The first day, from noon to 2 p.m., is for members only. As always, shoppers may join at the door, 315 E. 14th St. The sale will be open to all from 2 to 5 p.m. Friday, April … Continue Reading
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Lexus went after the German luxury car makers in 1991 and quickly became a major player. Manufacturers aren’t afraid to copy each other, so when BMW came out with their M-models, Mercedes Benz responded with the AMG label, Lexus created the F-models, which are supposed to have some extra juice. The first F-model is based … Continue Reading
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The UC Davis Retiree Center is sponsoring a day trip to Empire Mine State Park in Grass Valley on Tuesday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Space is still available, and the trip is open to all senior citizens, whether they are UCD affiliates or not. The cost is $60 for members of … Continue Reading
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Dear Annie: I desperately need someone to tell me whether or not I am crazy. My husband and I live in an upscale neighborhood. He has met most of the neighbors by walking our dog. Last year, a neighbor moved out and rented his home to a couple with two little children and two dogs. … Continue Reading
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Yolo Basin Foundation will host “Going Native,” a workshop to learn about incorporating native plants into home gardens. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 16, and is part of the Gaggle of Gatherings, a yearlong series of tours, workshops and parties to raise money for the foundation. Gardening coach … Continue Reading
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National Public Health Week, celebrated annually, recognizes the accomplishments of public health agencies both locally and nationally. This year, the week will be celebrated April 4-10 with the theme “Safety is NO Accident — Live Injury-Free.” The Yolo County Health Department has several injury prevention programs, two of which will be highlighted next week: * … Continue Reading
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In celebration of National Public Health Week, April 4-10, two Public Health Hero Awards were presented at Tuesday’s Yolo County Board of Supervisors meeting. Each year, the Yolo County Health Department presents these awards to community members and staff who exemplify the values of public health. This year’s Public Health Hero employee award was presented … Continue Reading
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