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--

The Circle: The History of University Farm Circle, 1914-2009 - Book Launch
Thursday, September 23, 2010
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Tandem Properties
3500 Anderson Road, Davis
Please join us for a Champagne and Dessert Reception as we launch member Judy Wydick´s new book about the 95-year history of Farm Circle. It has over 1,000 photos, and if you were active in UFC, your name is there and perhaps your picture! It also tells about the early days of Davis and the University and contains interesting information about Davis women over the years. Judy has spent years researching and writing this book, and we want to welcome it with the proper fanfare. Contact Sandi Redenbach, 756-8678.
Annual Fall Tea
Thursday, October 14, 2010
4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Stonegate Country Club
919 Lake Blvd., Davis
Members and prospective members are cordially invited to attend the traditional UFC Fall Tea. The theme for the year is With an Attitude of Gratitude, Embracing Our History. Come and find out more about UFC, hear about all that we have accomplished, and meet this year´s scholarship recipients. This is your opportunity to sign up for our interesting sections and find out about coming events. The venue is handicapped accessible and parking restrictions will be waived for this event. Contact Bonnie Lam, 647-3156 or Judy Capurro, 756-1157.
"Art Quilts, Tea, & More"
Friday, October 22, 2010
10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Pence Gallery
212 `D´ Street, Davis
Join us for a delightful morning event at Davis´s Pence Gallery exploring the traveling art quilt exhibit, 12 Voices. This event showcases the power of a medium that melds traditional approaches to fabric and quilting, with embellishment, painting, and poetry. We will receive a private tour of this nationwide exhibit of fiber art. Works by local art quilters will also be displayed. Refresh-ments, including delicious pastries, fruits, coffee and tea in the Pence´s upstairs lounge, will follow the tour. We ask that you arrive early enough so we can begin the tour promptly at 10:00 a.m. Handicap accessible. Limited to 28 people. Contact Diane Steele, 757-1685.
Tibet Then and Now: Slide Show and Dinner
Thursday, November 11, 2010
6:30 p.m.
Community Room, Muir Commons
2222 Shasta Drive, Davis
Travel to Tibet without leaving Davis! Laurie Friedman, an award-winning photographer, will present a slide show of remote, exotic Tibet. The first series of slides was taken twenty-five years ago, and the second series was taken recently. We think you will agree that the changes are striking. Also included will be slides of Mt. Everest. We will start with a potluck dinner with either Asian dishes (take-out is okay), or your favorite Autumn recipes. Contact Laurie Friedman, 758-9668.
Crocker Art Museum
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
10:00 a.m.
216 `O´ Street, Sacramento
Join us for a private tour of the 125,000 square-foot addition to the Crocker Art Museum. This expansion will more than triple the size of the current museum. We will see the opening exhibition featuring 125 promised works of art that will one day become part of the Crocker´s permanent holdings. After the tour, a delicious lunch will be served in the new museum café. Contact Elysa Hillis, 758-5420.
San Francisco Holiday Shopping Trip
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
All Day Bus Trip
Nothing could be more festive during the holidays than to wander down a city street bright with decorations, lights and bustling shoppers. A lighted 80-foot tree will grace Union Square, the premier shopping district in Northern California. Carolers will stroll through Neiman Marcus, and Saks´ windows will be aglow. Shop at Macy´s, Nordstrom, Gumps, Shreeves, Tiffanys, and many other world-class stores. History buffs will enjoy Maiden Lane, which along with an old-time feel has the Xanadu Gallery, housed in a famous Frank Lloyd Wright building. Have lunch, pick up a matinee, or just stroll and enjoy the street entertainers and the beautifully decorated store windows. Con-tact Karen Cook, 758-4834 or Pat Van Brocklin, 758-3965.
UFC Candlelight Dinner
Thursday, December 9, 2010
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 entertain-ment and, as always, beautiful table decorations created by our talented UFC Board members. We will also have a special table for Newcomers Group. Contact Janet Collins, 756-3127 or Pat Stromberg, 756-3660.
"Wrong and Irrelevant" Style Swap
Friday, January 21, 2011
9:30 a.m. coffee
10:00 a.m. program
Home of Lea Rosenberg
1112 Westfield Terrace, Davis
Instead of our White Elephant Exchange, this year we will have a Style Swap. What is a style swap? It will be a chance to exchange all those "wrong and irrelevant" holiday gifts, sale item purchases that were never right, or clothing that no longer fits but is too good to throw out. Bring clothing, coats, shoes, handbags, accessories, jewelry, or unopened fragrances and cosmetics to swap for something that is right for you. Bring one item, ten, or even more, but everything should be clean and in good condition. And be sure to bring shopping bags to take home your new items. Contact Liz Fenton, 231-5688.
Gladding, McBean - A Crafted History
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Time TBA
All Day Trip to Lincoln
Join us for a very different field trip. We are heading to Gladding, McBean, makers of clay products. They started business in 1875, by making sewer pipes for a growing California population, and went on to produce architectural terra cotta facades for some of the most significant historical landmarks in the world. They also make something that a lot of us are interested in - garden ornaments: birdbaths, fountains, ornamental pieces, oil jars, vases, urns, and pedestals. We will have time for lunch and shopping in historic downtown Lincoln. Contact Elizabeth Sagehorn, 757-6211.
California Magic Dinner Theater
February 2011
Date and Time TBA
Evening Bus Trip to Martinez
Get on the bus and come with us to California´s famous Magic Dinner Theater and see the world´s finest magicians! During dinner, strolling magicians will come to your table and entertain and amaze you. After dessert, the "really big show" begins on stage and the experience of a lifetime awaits. Good food and grand entertainment! Members and guests are welcome. Contact Nadia Trauner, 759-1125 or Marilyn Purdy, 758-9149.
Women´s Health - Strokes and Other Issues of the Heart
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
10:00 a.m. to noon
Eleanor Roosevelt Circle
675 Cantrill Drive, Davis
Dr. Kathy Glatter is a cardiologist at Woodland Healthcare. Dr. Glatter graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. She went on to graduate with honors from Harvard Medical School. She will discuss the devastating effect that heart disease has on American women, emphasizing the importance of healthy and knowledgeable practices in preventing the disease. Please join us for this important talk - knowledge is the key to healthy living. Wheelchair access. Contact Linda Ziskind, 297-1942.
Brain Games
March 2011
Date and Time TBA
Home of Karen Cook
2807 Rockwell Drive, Davis
It´s time to blow away the fog of winter and get those brain cells in top working condition. We will have non-threatening group activities designed to improve memory and stretch those dendrites, with a laugh or two along the way. Contact Karen Cook, 758-4834 or Pat Van Brocklin, 758-3956.
Local Woman Makes Good!
Date, Time, and Place TBA
Spring 2011
Cass Sylvia has been active in public service for many years and in 1995 was chosen as a Davis Citizen of the Year. She is now the Yolo County Public Guardian, providing "..the net below the safety net." Come and hear how she attained this re-warding position.
Estate Sales & Appraisals: What is it Worth?
April 2011
Date and Time TBA
Come and hear Jennie Krausse of Jennie Krausse Estate Liquidation talk about the whys and wherefores of estate sales. She will speak about what it is that estate liquidators should do for you and she will do some appraisals. She has been in the business for about 20 years and has done almost 500 estate sales. Be sure to pack up one of your treasures, as you may be chosen to receive an appraisal! In any case, plan on an interesting program. Contact Linda Schwartz, 759-9792 or Linda Ziskind, 297-1942.
Inter-Campus Open House
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
All Day
Alumni House, UC Berkeley
Join us for a day at the Mother-Ship, the University of California, Berkeley. These inter-campus events are always fun and informative so plan on making a day of it in Berkeley.
A Napa Experience
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
All Day Bus Trip
Imagine a day spent in the heart of the picturesque Napa Valley. After a relaxing bus ride we stop at The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone for a tour and three-course lunch. They have a new Flavor Bar where we can do some sampling of dark chocolates, olive oils, or calibrate your palette with sweet, salty, sour, and bitter. We will then visit the historic Beringer´s Winery, and to finish off this lovely day we will visit the picturesque town of Yountville where we will have time for strolling and shopping. Contact Mary Ann Doerzbacher, 412-559-5161.
Spring Luncheon
Thursday, May 12, 2011
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
El Macero Country Club
Please join us for our annual Spring Luncheon, held once again at the lovely El Macero Country Club. Our speaker will be Ellen Sussman, a best-selling author and writing teacher. We will have a lovely luncheon, a short business meeting and the election of officers for next year´s board. Contact Norma Reisen, 792-1865.

--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 16, 2010
10:30 a.m.
Home of Elysa Hillis
24197 Fairway Drive, Davis
Join us for coffee and refreshments at the lovely home and garden of Elysa Hillis. This will be an opportunity to meet members of University Farm Circle and new people who will, we hope, become members. It is an opportunity to learn about UFC history, and the programs, events, and sections offered to members. Our theme for this year is "With an Attitude of Gratitude - Embracing Our History." Judy Wydick, author of the UFC History Book, has graciously offered to give a short history of Newcomers and our Co-Presidents will give an overview of UFC. Contact Linda Ridgeway, 231-5679 or Jan Westlund, 753-4130.
Coffee and Conversation
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Home of Linda Ridgeway
3811 Los Cerros Place, Davis
Come join us for coffee and a chance to get acquainted with some new members at Linda Ridgeway´s home. Indulge in a muffin while you hear about some local resources. Looking for a plumber? A dentist? A restaurant? Farm Circle can help you find the resources, the support, and the friendships whether you are new to the Davis community or an old-timer. Contact Linda Ridgeway, 231-5679.
Holiday Cookie/Candy Tasting
Thursday, December 2, 2010
1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Home of Jan Westlund
2702 Calder Court, Davis
A fun afternoon for all - and just in time for the holidays. Each attendee will bring two dozen of her favorite cookies or candy for tasting, plus the recipe for the goodies she provides. You are welcome to bring more than one type of cookie or candy if desired. The recipes need to be submitted in advance so copies can be made for everyone attending. If there are interesting anecdotes regarding your recipe, please include them. A great time to visit, taste some wonderful treats, and relax before the busy holiday season. Contact Jan Westlund, 753-4130.
Qigong: Gentle Chinese Exercise for Health and Well Being
January 2011
Date, Time, and Place TBA
This workshop, which is suitable for all fitness levels, will introduce us to gentle exercises that de-stress, improve health, and harmonize body, mind and spirit. Join instructor Rebecca Pope, PhD and master of Medical Qigong, and get your New Year off to a great start. Contact Kathy Hayes, 758-2375.
FEVER! The Great Songs of Peggy Lee
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Dinner and Concert at
Veterans´ Memorial Theater
203 E. 14th Street, Davis
This year´s concert, which supports the valuable work of Citizens Who Care, will feature the seven-decade career of singer/songwriter Peggy Lee. The program will highlight Lee´s early work, which yielded hits with both Benny Goodman ("Why Don't You Do Right") and her husband, guitarist Dave Barbour, including "It's a Good Day," "I Don't Know Enough About You," and "Mañana (Is Soon Enough For Me)." In addition, other more modern hits will be performed. We will start the evening together with a no-host dinner at a local restaurant (optional). Contact Pat Hutchinson, 747-6097.
Coffee and Conversation
March 2011
Date, Time, and Place TBA
Come join us for coffee and a chance to get better acquainted with other new members. We will meet in the home of a UFC member and will have a chance to make new friends while we talk, find out more about UFC opportunities, and indulge ourselves a bit with tasty treats. Contact Kathy Hayes, 758-2375, or Karen Russell, 753-2055.
Easy, Creative Tablescapes
Thursday, April 21, 2011
10:00 a.m. to noon
Home of Lea Rosenberg
1112 Westfield Terrace, Davis
Channel your inner "Martha Stewart" and enjoy this fun and entertaining presentation. Using containers, plants, and some unusual items found around the home, three talented and imaginative designers will demonstrate easy and unique arrangements for your table. The perfect beginning to your Spring and Summer entertain-ing. There will be time for questions of each designer. Light refreshments will be served. Contact Judy Howard, 662-0151.
Wine Tasting at the Turkovich Family Winery in Winters
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Time TBA
Join us for Newcomers "Welcome Summer Wine Tasting." Last year´s wine tasting was such a success that Newcomers has again chosen the delightful Turkovich Family Winery Tasting Room on Railroad Street in Winters for this relaxing afternoon event. Delectable family-made artisan cheeses and other savories will accompany the tasting of their exceptional wines. Other surprises await at this fun and fabulous happening. Mark your calendar as we welcome summer in Winters! Contact Mary Ann Doerzbacher, 412-559-5161.