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Would-be burglars drive truck into Davis Target store
Davis police say two unknown suspects drove a truck into the front doors of the local Target store early Sunday morning in a failed attempt to steal a cash machine. Lt. Paul Doroshov said the two men were in a full-sized Dodge pickup that rammed into the store at 4601 Second St. at about 3 … Continue Reading
Mother neglects son’s needs
Dear Annie: I’m having a difficult time dealing with my adult stepdaughter, “Daphne.” Last year, Daphne threatened to kill herself and we had to take custody of our 3-year-old grandson to prevent Child Protective Services from putting him in foster care. It’s not the first time they’ve taken her son away. Daphne completed the necessary … Continue Reading
Sunflower artwork due this week
Artwork for NAMI-Yolo’s Sunflower Art Competition must be submitted between 2 and 7 p.m. Thursday or Friday at the Davis Art Center, 1919 F St. Anyone can enter an original art work in any medium that incorporates a sunflower theme. Prizes are awarded in the following categories: children (under 8), youth (8-12), teens (13-17), amateur … Continue Reading
‘Spring Break’ fundraiser boosts safety-net medical clinics
A network of more than 20 safety-net medical clinics in the greater Sacramento area is $330,000 richer, thanks to “Spring Break 2011,” the seventh annual food, wine and fashion show fundraiser produced by Serotonin Surge Charities. John Chuck of Davis is the organization’s founder and CEO. The event was held Friday, April 1, at the … Continue Reading
MFA student artists show their work at Nelson Gallery
How are young artists responding to the changing environment for art in the world of Facebook and Twitter? Seven UC Davis student artists will share their thesis exhibitions offering a range of responses starting Friday, June 3, at the Nelson Gallery on campus. A reception is planned that day from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. “This … Continue Reading
UCD Jazz Bands welcome guest artists Wednesday
The UC Davis Jazz Bands will perform a program titled “Guest Artists” at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Vanderhoef Studio Theatre at the Mondavi Center. Both bands, a larger “big band” and a smaller “combo” band, are directed by Delbert Bump. Composer, arranger and saxophonist Gregory Yasinitsky will perform with the ensemble in several pieces, … Continue Reading
Discover the oak grove trove at UCD Arboretum
The UC Davis Arboretum contains one of the nation’s largest collections of oaks, and a free guided tour on Saturday, June 4, will highlight the variety of tree and leaf forms in this botanical treasure. The tour guide will discuss oak ecology and the importance of oaks in human culture through time and around the … Continue Reading
Church preschool still has openings
Applications are being accepted for the University Covenant Church Nursery School, which offers classes for 3-year-olds and pre-kindergartners at the church, 315 Mace Blvd. in Davis. UCNS is an inclusive Christian preschool committed to partnering with parents and providing an individualized preschool experience. The 3-year-old classes meet from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. … Continue Reading
Israel Friendship Caravan comes to Davis
The Israel Friendship Caravan, known as the “Tzofim” (“Scouts” in Hebrew) is coming to Davis and Sacramento on Friday and Saturday to spread a message of peace and friendship through song and dance — a celebration of Israeli youth and culture. The Caravan features 10 boys and girls, ages 16 and 17, who travel North … Continue Reading
Tickets on sale now for DHS Pops Concert June 2
The Davis High School Madrigal Singers and Advanced Treble Choir will perform at the annual DHS Pops Concert, at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 2, at the Brunelle Performance Hall, 315 W. 14th St. Both choirs will present an evening of the popular hits of yesterday and today. Tickets are $6 each, available through June 1 … Continue Reading
‘Game reserve’ questions pop up
I am not sure how “conservatives” crawled into Vashek Cervinka’s analogy of “jungle,” “game reserve” and “zoo.” Let’s look at this along a line of chaos to tyranny; the jungle is “chaos” and the zoo is “tyranny.” Most of us would want to be somewhere in the middle, the “game reserve.” A couple of questions … Continue Reading
Consider adopting a forever friend
The price is right at the Yolo County Animal Shelter during its May adoption event, May 24-28. For the already discounted fee of $55 for cats or $75 for dogs, you can have a forever friend. Furthermore, during the adoption process if you choose the right “door,” the adoption fee will be further discounted to … Continue Reading
Nothing routine about space travel
The issue: We have reaffirmed our nation’s penchant for looking beyond the ordinary Endeavour lifted off last Monday in a near-perfect launch, the next-to-the last for the 30-year-old space shuttle program. The last flight, Atlantis, is scheduled for July. OVER THE DECADES since President Dwight Eisenhower signed the Space Act, officially creating the National Aeronautics … Continue Reading
