TODAY
March of Dimes fundraiser
4 to 7 p.m.
Yogurt Shack, 113 E St.
Go support research for premature babies and babies with abnormalities at this fundraiser.
Conversations with Writers
4:30 to 6 p.m.
MU II, Memorial Union
Professor Dan Sperling will discuss the writing of his new book, Two Billion Cars, a concise history of America’s love of cars, analysis of the root causes of unsustainable car-centric cultures, and strategies for change.
Vet Aide Club internship meeting
6:30 p.m.
176 Everson
Stop by for a fun and informational meeting! Learn about internships and spring club events, which include a field trip. Dues and applications for internships at the Vet Med Teaching Hospital are due at the meeting; no late copies will be accepted. For information, visit http://iccweb.ucdavis.edu/aes/vetaides/.
CALESS general meeting
7 to 8 p.m.
1150 Hart
Go to the Chicano and Latino Engineers and Scientists Society general meeting. Next year’s officers will be presented, and free food will be provided! First-years, transfer students and anyone interested is welcome.
FRIDAY
Passover Seder tickets
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Quad
Passover Seder tickets are available! Pick them up on The Quad all this week or go to hillelhouse.org. The deadline to RSVP is April 3. The Seder will be on April 8 at the Veterans Memorial Center.
Relay for Life campsites
5 p.m.
Toomey Field
Send one representative from your Relay for Life team to claim your campsite for Saturday’s event. Sites will be distributed on a first come, first served basis.
Danzantes del Alma
7 to 10 p.m.
Freeborn Hall
Danzantes del Alma, the acclaimed folkorico dance troupe, will hold their 32nd Annual Showcase in Freeborn Hall. The theme for this year’s showcase is “Our rhythm ignites the flames in our soul.”
SATURDAY
Relay for Life
10 a.m.
Toomey Field
See your fellow Aggies in the midst of a 24-hour relay to help find a cure for cancer. Gates close to the public at 10 a.m. and open against at 7 a.m. on Sunday.
Composting workshop
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Student Co-ops
Learn all about the basics of composting. This fun activity is possible even for those living in dorms and apartments, and helps to keep “waste” out of landfills!
MONDAY
Academic Inclusion: Undoing Marginalization on Campus 2009
7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
MU Art Lounge
This exhibit, showing through Saturday, is a multi-disciplinary arts exposition that focuses on marginalization on campus.
Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournaments
6 to 8 p.m.
Griffin Lounge
Seats fill up quickly, so come early! Be one of the top players and you may be invited to play in the tournament of champions!
TUESDAY
Success Stories of Life After College
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
158 Olson
Listen to the advice of established professionals, and learn business etiquette. Sponsored by Junior Investors & Entrepreneurs.
Yusuf Estes talk
6:30 to 9 p.m.
Davis Senior Center, 646 A St.
Go to Islam Awareness Week’s first event: The One True God with former preacher Yusuf Estes. There will be free food to enjoy.
Open Mic Night with Sickspits
7 to 10 p.m.
Griffin Lounge
An evening of you and the mic. Are you a poet, singer or guitarist? It doesn’t matter, just bring it!
Seventh Generation Slam
7 to 10 p.m.
Southwest Dining Hall, ASUCD Coffee House
Go to a night of music, poetry and spoken word from the seventh generation.
APRIL 9
Willow Clinic fundraiser
7 to 9 p.m.
MU Games Area
Go to this fundraiser for a chance to win a free Kaplan course!
Legacy of a Prophet: Muhammad
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
234 Wellman
Go to Islam Awareness Week’s second event – a short film entitled Legacy of a Prophet: Muhammad.
APRIL 10
A Brighter Future for Afghanistan charity banquet
7 to 11 p.m.
ARC Ballroom
The Afghan Cultural Show is designed to educate Davis community members about the Afghan culture, politics and society. Tickets are available at Freeborn Hall or tickets.com. For more information, contact Sahar at (925) 321-5849.
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