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• Newcomers Welcome

  • When
    September 28, 2023
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Unitarian Universalist Church, 27074 Patwin Rd, Davis

  Whether you are new to the area or new to UFC, we invite you to join in our many activities planned just for new members. Get information on events and interest section activities at the Newcomers Welcome. Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Scholarship Reception and Fall Welcome

  • When
    October 04, 2023
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    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Unitarian Universalist Church, 27074 Patwin Rd, Davis

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  The UFC Board and Scholarship Committee invite you to attend our Scholarship Reception and Fall Welcome, where we will award  seven outstanding UC Davis students with $4,000 or $4,500 scholarships. In addition, two graduates of a Yolo County High School will be awarded $2,000 UC Davis scholarships. After hearing about the recipients’ future plans, UFC members will have the opportunity to sign up for Interest Sections and enjoy some light refreshments. There is no cost to attend.

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• Newcomers First Friday Coffee

  • When
    October 06, 2023
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    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    To be announced

  Join an informal gathering of Newcomers on the first Friday of each month from October through May. The Newcomers Chairs will be there to welcome you, introduce you to other new members and answer questions. Check the monthly newsletter for the location. Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Pumpkin/Succulent Centerpiece Workshop

  • When
    October 23, 2023
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Unitarian Universalist Church, 27074 Patwin Rd, Davis

  Bring some color into your home by creating a wonderful fall centerpiece. Don't miss this chance to catch up with friends, be creative, and have fun! Space is limited. Contacts: Mary Sternad and Pat Stromberg

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Newcomers Walking Tour of Historic Woodland

  • When
    October 24, 2023
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    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    New members will receive invitations

  Guided by David Wilkinson, author of books on the history, architecture and trees of Woodland, we will stroll down First Street, through downtown, and into residential areas. This tour will capture Woodland's extraordinary cultural history embodied in its beautiful architecture. Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• What's Happening in Davis and Yolo County

  • When
    November 02, 2023
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    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Unitarian Universalist Church, 27074 Patwin Rd, Davis

  This is your opportunity to catch up on what's happening in Yolo County, including housing, transportation, conservation, and land-use projects. Lucas Frerichs, Yolo County Supervisor, and Mike Webb, City Manager of Davis, will help us understand future changes. Contacts: Kathy Greenhalgh and Lea Rosenberg

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Newcomers First Friday Coffee

  • When
    November 03, 2023
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    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Woodland City Hall Council Chambers, 300 1st St, Woodland

  Join an informal gathering of Newcomers on the first Friday of each month from October through May. The Newcomers Chairs will be there to welcome you, introduce you to other new members and answer questions. Check the monthly newsletter for the location. Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Sushi Making at the Davis Co-op Teaching Kitchen

  • When
    November 13, 2023
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Davis Food Co-op, 537 G St, Davis

  Spend a fun two hours learning to make a spicy tuna roll, a rainbow veggie roll, and a miso chocolate dip for fruit. This class is repeated on November 13 and November 14. There is a limit of 16 people for each class. Contacts: Andrea Forrest and Phyllis Baecker

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Sushi Making at the Davis Co-op Teaching Kitchen

  • When
    November 14, 2023
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Davis Food Co-op, 537 G St, Davis

  Spend a fun two hours learning to make a spicy tuna roll, a rainbow veggie roll, and a miso chocolate dip for fruit. This class is repeated on November 13 and November 14. There is a limit of 16 people for each class. Contacts: Andrea Forrest and Phyllis Baecker

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Newcomers California Raptor Center Tour

  • When
    November 15, 2023
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    1340 Equine Lane, Davis, CA

  Take a look at the raptor population in the area and the efforts to rehabilitate injured birds. This event is limited to 15 people. All Newcomers will receive an invitation with specific and up to date information. Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Fall Shopping Bus Trip to Walnut Creek

  • When
    November 30, 2023
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    8:15 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Depart from Davis Park and Ride behind Ikeda's

  Join us for a fall shopping and lunch-on-your-own day trip to Walnut Creek's Broadway Plaza. Contacts: Pat Stromberg and Karen Cook

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Newcomers First Friday Coffee

  • When
    December 01, 2023
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    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    To be determined

  Join an informal gathering of Newcomers on the first Friday of each month from October through May. The Newcomers Chairs will be there to welcome you, introduce you to other new members and answer questions. Check the monthly newsletter for the location. Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Candlelight Dinner

  • When
    December 14, 2023
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    5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    El Macero Country Club, 44571 Clubhouse Dr, El Macero

  The members-only Candlelight Dinner is one of UFC's most treasured traditions, where we gather together with UFC friends to share the spirit of the holidays. Contacts: Elysa Hills and Susan Rodgers

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Newcomers First Friday Coffee

  • When
    January 05, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    To be determined

  Join an informal gathering of Newcomers on the first Friday of each month from October through May. The Newcomers Chairs will be there to welcome you, introduce you to other new members and answer questions. Check the monthly newsletter for the location. Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• White Elephant Exchange

  • When
    January 16, 2024
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    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Unitarian Universalist Church, 27074 Patwin Rd, Davis

  This is a chance to trade new or like-new items for something that better fits your taste and lifestyle. Bring your regrettable and re-gifting items to share with friends at this convivial event. Contacts: Lea Rosenberg and Elysa Hillis

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Newcomers Woodland Library Tour

  • When
    January 18, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    250 1st St., Woodland, CA

  Join us to tour the oldest and last functioning Carnegie Library in California. In addition to learning about its history, resources and services, we will explore the Square One makerspace. This event is limited to 15 people.  Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Years of Glory with Professor Susan Miller

  • When
    January 30, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Unitarian Universalist Church, 27074 Patwin Rd, Davis

  Hear the true story of Nelly Benatar who changed the course of history for the "last million" escaping the Second World War. Susan Gilson Miller is a Professor Emerita of History at UC Davis.  Contacts: Kathy Greenhalgh and Judy Howard

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Newcomers First Friday Coffee

  • When
    February 02, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    To be determined

  Join an informal gathering of Newcomers on the first Friday of each month from October through May. The Newcomers Chairs will be there to welcome you, introduce you to other new members and answer questions. Check the monthly newsletter for the location. Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Potsticker Cooking Class

  • When
    February 05, 2024
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Davis Co-op Teaching Kitchen, 537 G St, Davis

   Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a hands-on dumpling cooking class. No previous experience necessary, this is beginner-friendly! This class is repeated on February 5 and February 6.  Contacts: Phyllis Baecker or Sally Nishida

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Potsticker Cooking Class

  • When
    February 06, 2024
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Davis Co-op Teaching Kitchen, 537 G St, Davis

   Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a hands-on dumpling cooking class. No previous experience necessary, this is beginner-friendly! This class is repeated on February 5 and February 6.  Contacts: Phyllis Baecker or Sally Nishida

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Newcomers First Friday Coffee

  • When
    March 01, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    To be determined

  Join an informal gathering of Newcomers on the first Friday of each month from October through May. The Newcomers Chairs will be there to welcome you, introduce you to other new members and answer questions. Check the monthly newsletter for the location. Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Newcomers Leland Stanford Mansion Tour

  • When
    March 05, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    800 N St, Sacramento, CA

  An informative tour will take you through this 1856 mansion which has gone through a 14-year, $22-million restoration. This event is limited to 25 people. Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Novels and Noshes

  • When
    March 07, 2024
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Karen Cook's home

  Talk about the favorite books you have read during the past year. If you have books that you are willing to pass on to a new home, bring them along for the book exchange table. Contact: Karen Cook

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• It's Time for Trivia

  • When
    March 13, 2024
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    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Unitarian Universalist Church, 27074 Patwin Rd, Davis

  Dust off those cobwebs in your brain and play trivia with your UFC teammates. Our quizmaster for the afternoon will be Julia Walker. Contacts: Elysa Hillis and Lea Rosenberg

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Newcomers First Friday Coffee

  • When
    April 05, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    To be determined

  Join an informal gathering of Newcomers on the first Friday of each month from October through May. The Newcomers Chairs will be there to welcome you, introduce you to other new members and answer questions. Check the monthly newsletter for the location. Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Taste of Woodland

  • When
    April 18, 2024
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    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Main St., Woodland, CA

  Stroll through the old downtown of Woodland and experience the new flavors from several restaurants. Contacts: Kathy Coulter and Joanne Andersen

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Newcomers Matchbook Winery Spring Wine Tasting

  • When
    April 25, 2024
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    11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    12300 County Road 92B, Zamora, CA

  Matchbook is a family-owned winery in the Dunnigan Hills, a 30-minute drive from Davis. Enjoy the views of the vineyard and a chance to socialize with your Newcomer friends.  Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Annual UFC Spring Luncheon and Meeting

  • When
    May 02, 2024
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    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Historic Woodland Hotel, Woodland, CA

  Join a social gathering to celebrate all the old and new friendships developed through UFC's programs and interest sections. The luncheon includes a short business meeting, entertainment, and lunch. Contacts: Jan Bower and Kathy Coulter

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Newcomers First Friday Coffee

  • When
    May 03, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    To be determined

  Join an informal gathering of Newcomers on the first Friday of each month from October through May. The Newcomers Chairs will be there to welcome you, introduce you to other new members and answer questions. Check the monthly newsletter for the location. Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Newcomers Finale

  • When
    May 15, 2024
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    11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    To be determined

  This informal gathering will include a light lunch, plenty of time to talk about the past year, and time to discuss our plans for the summer and the coming year. Contact: Andrea Forrest.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Scribner Bend Winery

  • When
    May 17, 2024
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    9051 River Rd, Sacramento

  Scribner Bend Winery is just south of Freeport and across the river from Clarksburg. We will have a tour through the barrel room and meet the winemaker. Samples of wine are available along the tour, and you may purchase food from Paesanos Courtyard Kitchen. Contacts: Phyllis Baecker and Sally Nishida

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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