Kelly Garbach, a UC Davis graduate student, was named the first Eric Bradford and Charlie Rominger Agricultural Sustainability Leadership Award winner in May. Given by the Agricultural Sustainability Institute at UC Davis, the award is meant to recognize and honor individuals who exhibit the leadership, work ethic and integrity epitomized by the late Eric Bradford, a livestock … Continue Reading
Davis teen Lyla Godfryd, who has been collecting soccer supplies to send to children in Rwanda, could use some more new or gently used items, especially shin guards, shorts and soccer balls.All of the items will be taken to Rwanda later this month. So far, Godfryd has collected enough supplies to outfit seven teams but … Continue Reading
The Woodland Opera House, 340 Second St., will host a town hall meeting at 10 a.m. Saturday to discuss the proposed State Theater redevelopment project. The meeting is open to all interested parties. The historic 1937 theater in downtown Woodland is unoccupied. A proposal for funding to convert the facility to a performing arts center … Continue Reading
Spend some time this summer learning gentle Chinese exercise for health and vitality. Sponsored by Sutter Health, 10-class sessions begin June 20 at the Davis Holistic Health Center, 1403 Fifth St. Designed for boomers and active seniors, “Qigong for Healthy Aging” (4 to 5 p.m.) focuses on increasing energy, improving flexibility and balance and enhancing … Continue Reading
Barkley, a 10-month-old neutered male Queensland heeler/cattle dog who loves all people, dogs and even cats, and Bond, a big, handsome 1-year-old neutered male purebred Rottweiler, are two of more than 45 dogs available for adoption through Rotts of Friends Animal Rescue on Saturday. Hours are 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at 29 Palms Pet Resort, … Continue Reading
The City of Davis Community Services Department is accepting registration for the following classes: Innertube Polo: Come and beat the summer heat with the evening Innertube Water Polo program at Arroyo Pool, 2000 Shasta Drive in Davis. This program is designed for all skill levels. The camp begins with a clinic on the first night … Continue Reading
I read recently that collage should be considered the artistic technique of the 20th century, as so many avant-garde artists (Picasso, Matisse, not to mention a slew of Beat artists) adapted the simple technique of layering cut papers and photos to evoke a multiplicity of messages. In the 21st century, collage has taken on new … Continue Reading
While Georgeanne was in France investigating hand-harvested sea salt last week, I was working with grape leaves. Grape leaves are edible and may be used as you would a cabbage leaf for wrapping. Late spring is their time, and I experimented with harvesting, canning and stuffing leaves from the vines that shade my summer table. … Continue Reading
The city of Davis Community Services Department is accepting registration for fitness classes for those 18 years old and older. Pre-registration is required. PM Aerobics: This evening class includes stretching, warm-ups, aerobic cross training, interval and weight training, and low-impact aerobics. The instructor is local favorite Ann Smalley. This is an ongoing, regular class running … Continue Reading
Not content to rest on its 2010 laurels, the Davis Odd Fellows Lodge has launched the 2011 version of its World’s Greatest Bicycle Parade. On Oct. 3, the Davis community set a Guinness world’s record for the longest single line of bicycles, with 916 bikes and riders. Odd Fellows spokesman Dave Rosenberg is challenging the … Continue Reading
Farm-fresh Davis Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, 4:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Central Park, Third and C streets; East Quad Market at UC Davis, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Wednesdays, spring and fall quarters; Sutter Davis Hospital Farmers Market, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays, June 2-Sept. 29, 2000 Sutter Place; Woodland Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays from mid-May through … Continue Reading
“Since taking the workshop, the morning routine with my child goes well, no temper tantrums, no yelling and no tears.” This is a typical statement from a relieved parent who has taken the Yolo Family Services Agency Incredible Years workshop. The workshops, recently pilot-tested in West Sacramento and coming soon to Davis and Woodland, are … Continue Reading
Dec. 8, 1928 — May 25, 2011 Charles “Chuck” Dooher of Moraga, Calif., returned to the Lord on Wednesday, May 25, 2011, surrounded by his children, who loved and adored him greatly. Charles was born on December 8, 1928, in County Donegal, Ireland, to Charles and Anne Dooher. He grew up with his brother and … Continue Reading
© 2012 Davis Enterprise. All Rights Reserved. - Powered by WordPress and EditFlow
