University Farm Circle - Calendar of Events

Interesting monthly programs are planned throughout the academic year, including luncheons, coffees, speakers and trips. The annual Fall Tea provides an opportunity for new and continuing members to become acquainted with the total program, to sign up for sections, and to meet the scholarship recipients.

Since 1959, UFC has provided a unique service to newcomers in the community. They are invited to special orientation programs, get-acquainted coffees, and tours of the area. Informal social gatherings enable new members to meet a broad cross-section of UFC members and others from the surrounding communities.

Any member of UFC (and guests of members) may attend any of the following events. Space is often limited; therefore reservations are suggested.

UFC's reservation policy is: While most UFC events are open to guests, members will have priority where there are a limited number of spaces. There will be two deadlines for these events. The first deadline will be for members only and guests names will be placed on a waiting list period. After the first deadline, if there is space available, guests will be welcome.

UFC's refund policy is: If you have paid for a program and your plans change PRIOR to the reservation cutoff date, you may request a refund. Otherwise, you will receive a refund ONLY if we are able to fill your spot from the waiting list.

For newcomer activities, scroll down or click here!

--Program--

Annual Fall Tea

Thursday, October 8, 2009
4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Stonegate Country Club
919 Lake Boulevard, Davis
Members and prospective members are cordially invited to attend the traditional UFC Fall Tea. Meet your colleagues and greet new members of our community. This is also your opportunity to sign up for your favorite interest sections and find out about upcoming events. You'll also have the opportunity to meet and congratulate our exceptional scholarship recipients. Contact Cathy Norman, 756-1977.
"Living Life as a Daring Adventure"

Tuesday, October 27, 2009
7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Stonegate Country Club
919 Lake Boulevard, Davis
We are excited to have Esther Wright, M.A., former teacher, consultant, and keynote speaker for our kickoff event for this year's list of exciting programs. She is a nationally known author and speaker whose topic will be "Living Life as a Daring Adventure." Esther is a remarkable woman whose personal adventures will inspire everyone to understand how to do things that they have only dreamed about. There will be time for questions and answers at the end of her talk. Desserts, coffee and tea will be served. Bring your "Bucket List." Contact Sandi Redenbach, 756-8678 or Pat Van Brocklin, 758-3956.
The King Tut Exhibit

de Young Museum
San Francisco
Wednesday, November 11, 2009 7:30 a.m. - all day bus trip
"Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs." The 1979 blockbuster King Tut exhibit returns with many new items and promises to be a spectacular show. This exhibit includes over 130 pieces from the tomb of Tutankhamun as well as those of his royal predecessors. All of the treasures in the exhibit are more than 3000 years old. Contact Barbara Smith Vaughn, 756-9620 or Karen Cook, 758-4834.
Shopping Excursion to Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Tuesday, December 1, 2009
All day bus trip
Leave your car at home and take the UCD bus to the exciting outdoor plaza in Walnut Creek. All of your favorite shops are there including Macy's and Nordstrom's. Check out Ann Taylor, Coldwater Creek, Chico's, Talbot's, Crate & Barrel and many other name-brand stores, plus a wide variety of independent shops. Have lunch with your fellow shoppers at one of the many wonderful restaurants. Time TBA. Contact Lea Rosenberg, 756-0697 or Nadia Trauner, 759-1125.
UFC Candlelight Dinner

Thursday, December 10, 2009
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Activities & Recreation Center
UC Davis
Celebrate the holiday season at an elegant candlelit dinner at the ARC. There will be entertainment and, as always, beautiful table decorations created by our talented UFC Board members. We will also have a special table for Newcomers Group. Contact Yvonne Adcock, 756-4408 or Mary Fish, 757-7939.
Crocker Art Museum Tour

Wednesday, January 13, 2010
10:00 a.m.
216 O Street, Sacramento
Join us for a private tour of the exhibit "Treasures, Curiosities, and Secrets: The Crockers and the Gilded Age." This exquisite collection of objects is a tribute to the Crocker family, and will be the final exhibition before the new Crocker Museum opens. We will have a delicious lunch in downtown Sacramento following the tour. Contact Elysa Hillis, 758-5420.
White Elephant Exchange

Friday, January 22, 2010
9:30 a.m. Coffee
10:00 a.m. Program
Home of Lea Rosenberg
1112 Westfield Terrace, Davis
One person's "junk" is another person's "treasure." What exactly is a "White Elephant Exchange"? It's an opportunity to bring unwanted gifts, slightly used decorative items, books or other goodies from a closet cleaning. Put your items on the Great Table along with all the items others bring and exchange freely. We will also have a speaker. This is one of the most popular and fun events of the year. Everyone goes home happy! Contact Lea Rosenberg, 756-0697.
Beach Blanket Babylon

Saturday, February 27, 2010
Club Fugazi
North Beach District
678 Green Street, San Francisco
Jump on the bus with us for an adult evening of fun, food, and frolic. Come experience "San Francisco's best known theatrical phenomenon" without having to worry about traffic, parking fees, bridge tolls, etc. Just leave the planning to us. Open to members and guests. Time TBA. Contact Nadia Trauner, 759-1125 or Marilyn Purdy, 758-9149.
Women's Health – Update on Ovarian Cancer

February, 2010
Varsity Theatre
616 2nd Street, Davis
February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. While this disease is called "a silent killer," according to the National Ovarian Cancer Center most women with ovarian cancer experience at least one symptom of the disease in the year prior to their diagnosis. Join us to learn the symptoms, current treatments, and exciting research being done by experts in the field. Women of all ages should attend this meeting. Date and time TBA. Contact Barbara McNaughton, 756-2784.
Sacramento Opera – "La Traviata"

Tuesday, March 2, 2010
7:30 p.m.
Sacramento Community Center
1301 L Street, Sacramento
The message of La Traviata is "Love is the Heartbeat of the Universe." This wonderful opera, sung in Italian with English subtitles, is one of the most popular operas of all time. This vivid "slice of life" is loosely based on actual events that took place between Alexandre Dumas, Jr. and his lover Marie Duplessis. The music by Giuseppe Verdi is beautiful, familiar and memorable. Join us as we experience this romantic tale of love, passion, and betrayal. We have 40 tickets available. Husbands are welcome. Contact Sandi Redenbach, 756-8678.
Laughter from Both Sides of the Brain

Friday, March 19, 2010
Home of Elizabeth Sagehorn
43377 Walnut Lane, Davis
Join us for a workout designed to stretch your memory and dendrites in a fun, relaxing, non-threatening atmosphere. We will laugh our way through group activities while engaging both sides of our brains. Time TBA. Contact Karen Cook, 758-4834.
Novels and Noshes

Thursday, April 1, 2010
2:00 p.m.
Home of Anne Carlson
500 Antioch Drive, Davis
Whether you enjoy reading a good book once in a while or are a confirmed bibliophile, join us for an afternoon sharing your thoughts on old favorites as well as your most recent literary finds. There will be refresh-ments provided by the talented UFC Program Committee. Please bring a book or two to trade with other readers. Contact Diane Steele, 757-1685.
Tour of Filoli Mansion and Gardens

Mid-April, 2010
All day bus trip
Filoli is a beautiful estate located in Woodside owned by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. It consists of a Georgian-style mansion and beautiful gardens. We will have a docent-led tour of the house and will be free to explore the gardens on our own. A box lunch will be provided by the Cafè at Filoli. If you like houses, period furniture, gardens, or California history, you should not miss this trip. Date and time TBA. Contact Elizabeth Sagehorn, 757-6211.
"It's the Pits"

May, 2010
Home of Renée Liston
1562 Rialto Lane, Davis
Join us for an informative presentation about the new UCD Olive Center and about growing olives. We will also have an olive tasting. On the same program we will have Jonathon Moon, a well-known local chef and contractor, thus called the "Cooking Contractor." He will do a cooking demo with foods including or complementing olives. Date and time TBA. Contact Kay Ross, 756-5573 or Linda Ziskind, 297-1942.
Annual Spring Luncheon

Thursday, May 20, 2010
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
El Macero Country Club
El Macero
One of the highlights of the year! Join your UFC friends for an elegant luncheon and outstanding speaker. Pallas Hupé, co-anchor of Channel 13 news, will speak on "embracing change" and she has many interesting broadcast stories to share with us. We will also recap the UFC year with our annual business meeting, followed by the election of officers for next year's board. Contact Marty Bryant,756-9622 or Janet Collins, 756-3127.

--Newcomer Activities--

One of UFC’s most valuable contributions to the community has been welcoming newcomers. Since 1959, UFC has provided this special service to women new to the community and/or new to UFC. They are invited to orientation programs, get-acquainted coffees, and tours of the area. Informal social gatherings enable new members to meet a broad cross-section of women associated with the university and the community.

"Welcome to Newcomers" Annual Coffee

Thursday, September 17, 2009
10:30 a.m.
Please join us for coffee and treats in the lovely garden of the home of Aimee Deem. Our theme for the year is 'Focus on Davis.” This will be a wonderful opportunity to meet both new people and members of UFC. You will learn about all the programs, events, and special sections offered to Farm Circle members. Contact Sandi Kniep, 753-3610 or Carlene Ozonoff, 758-3272.
Coffee and Conversation

Friday, October 16, 2009
9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Come join us for coffee and a chance to get acquainted with some new members at Linda Ridgeway's home. Meet new friends, talk, indulge in a muffin while you hear about some local resources. Looking for a plumber? A dentist? Farm Circle Resource group has the names of many of these people. Find help, support and friendship in your new Davis community. Contact Linda Ridgeway, 231-5679.
An Evening in Vienna

Friday, November 6, 2009
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
What could be more enjoyable? Right here in Davis, at Konditorei, pastry chef Albert Kutternig and his wife Gloria invite us to hear the New Davis Trio of violin, cello and viola with soloist, Ruth Onstadt. We will be treated to an evening of classic Viennese music, while savoring Albert's gorgeous pastries. Chef Kutternig has baked for movie stars and celebrities. Arnold Schwarzenegger ordered his birthday cake from here. Don't miss this unforgettable evening, just for UFC members and their guests. Contact Mary Ann Doerzbacher, 412-559-5161 or Carlene Ozonoff, 758-3272.
Cookie Tasting and Recipe Exchange

Thursday, December 3, 2009
1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Just in time for the holidays! We will meet at the home of Jan Westlund, taste each other's favorite cookies and gather recipes. Each attendee will bring two dozen cookies for tasting plus provide the recipe, which must be submitted in advance so we can make up a recipe book for each person. Do include any interesting stories about your cookies. An added attraction will be some expert lessons on holiday bows and decorations. Contact Jan Westlund, 753-4130.
Tour Historic Woodland

Tuesday, January 26, 2010
10:00 a.m.
Start the new year with a tour of the Yolo County seat, just a few miles north of Davis. The day includes a backstage tour of the Opera House, shopping, and lunch together at Tazzina Bistro. Following lunch we'll have a personal tour of the Historical Society's Gibson House, and see the many Victorian and Arts and Crafts style homes in the area. Contact Carol McCarthy, 707-678-3820.
Dinner and Concert - Citizens Who Care

Saturday, February 20, 2010
5:30 p.m.
This year's concert, which supports this charity's very valuable work with the elderly, will feature the music of Harry Warren. While you may not know his name, you will certainly recognize his music. He wrote hit songs such as 'Lullaby for Broadway”, 'That's Amore”, and so many more beloved tunes. We will start our evening with a no-host dinner for family and friends. Contact Pat Hutchinson, 756-2530.
See "Chicago" in Sacramento!

Tuesday, March 16, 2010
6:00 p.m.
Please join us for a night at the theater. We will start our evening with dinner at the Esquire Grill, located right across from the Community Center Theater where we will be attending a performance of the incredible musical Chicago. Farm Circle will have a block of discounted tickets so bring your significant other, friends and family, or come by yourself and make a friend. Parking is convenient and we always recommend carpooling. Don't miss this fun evening. Contact Sandi Kniep, 753-3610 or Jeanette Jones, 758-3312.
Special Student-led Tour of UCD

April, 2010
Bring a friend or join with other newcomers for a tour of the UCD campus. Learn about the fantastic university that is right in our own back yard. Let's connect with this world-renowned institution and all that it has to offer. After the tour we will have lunch at the acclaimed Gunrock Pub, named for the University's mustang mascot. It is tucked behind the Silo Union and said to be the "best kept secret on campus." It features local produce, olive oils, wines and beers. Go Aggies!!! Date and time TBA. Contact Karen Harris, 753-5272.
Wine, Bread, Cheese and Thou

May, 2010
We'll supply the wine, bread and cheese and you bring the "Thou". Come alone or bring someone with you and join us for a special wine tasting evening with artisanal cheeses and breads. Taste, learn about, and enjoy some wonderfully special wines with a master wine connoisseur. Date and time TBA. Contact Jan Westlund, 753-4130 or Jeanette Jones, 758-331.