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Friday, May 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Davis. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Avid Reader on 617 2nd St. has served Davis since 1987 as a welcoming bookstore where students and residents gather for books and events—fostering a strong community bond. The store holds monthly events that celebrate diversity and allow local authors and readers to share their stories. The California Aggie
- ➤ Today, the People’s Vanguard of Davis is hosting a Big Day of Giving to raise $10,000 for its work in investigative journalism — legal oversight and grassroots activism. Donations can be made online or by mailing a check to 221 G Street, Suite 203 in Davis. Davis Vanguard
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ For the third consecutive year, Sophia’s Thai Kitchen was voted Davis’ favorite pub among UC Davis students—this bar, which started as a restaurant in 1995 and grew into a bar in 2001, is known for its trivia nights and cozy outdoor space. The California Aggie
- ➤ On April 30th, 2025, Davis resident and author held a commemorative event at Mary L. Stephens Library to mark 50 years since the Vietnam War ended on April 30th, 1975 — presenting his book 'Those Who Stayed' that recounts the conflict's closing moments. The Davis Enterprise
- ➤ A free screening of the new documentary 'Out Here' will take place at the Veterans Memorial Theater in Davis on May 8—residents are invited to attend the event for a chance to see the film. The Davis Enterprise
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Insect species native to Davis pollinate plants and control pests; valley carpenter bees with golden hair have been seen near Sophia’s Thai Kitchen — experts note that blue orchard bees help with spring fruit pollination. Dragonflies and crane flies aid in keeping the ecosystem balanced — residents and students are encouraged to plant native species and watch these insects thrive. The California Aggie
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Katalysst Concert
2-6 p.m. — Sudwerk Brewing Co. — $10 entry — Experience the melodic sounds of AAPI artist Mark Hattori as he performs live.
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Pence Gallery Garden Tour 2025
Noon-5 p.m. — Pence Gallery — Ticket required — Explore six beautifully curated gardens in Davis while enjoying the vibrant springtime scenery.
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Whole Earth Festival
12-10 PM — University of California, Davis — Free entry — Celebrate environmental sustainability with art, music, and community at this historic festival.
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MOSAIC Children's Museum Fundraiser Golf Tournament
8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Wildhorse Golf Club — Registration fee required — Swing into action for a good cause at MOSAIC’s annual golf tournament featuring a Hole-in-One prize!
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Healing Arts Workshop
10-11:30 a.m. — Pence Gallery — $5 Members, $10 Non-Members — Explore the transformative power of healing arts with hands-on activities led by facilitator Amy Vidra.
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MedStart Presents: ARIZ Precision Medicine with CEO Brad Niles
6-8 p.m. — Connect Labs by Wexford — Free event — Explore groundbreaking cancer therapies from ARIZ Precision Medicine's innovative approach to target and destroy cancer cells.
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New Harmony Jazz Band Performance
11 a.m. — Central Park — Free — Enjoy two sets of Swing, Big Band, and Latin jazz standards while surrounded by the Craft & Vintage Fair.
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May Book Club: The Left Hand of Darkness
7-9 p.m. — Starbucks — Free entry — Engage in a lively discussion about Ursula K. Le Guin's classic in a friendly women's book club setting.
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NorCow Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Open and Collegiate Championships
9 AM - 4 PM — University Credit Union Center — Entry fee required — Compete in Gi and NoGi divisions for youth and adults at this premier martial arts event.
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Andre Nickatina Live at G St. Wunderbar
1-5 p.m. — G St. Wunderbar — Ticket prices vary — Catch the legendary Andre Nickatina at this all-ages day show in Davis.
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