Activities

Upcoming Events

Fall 2008 Convocation and Reception

Wednesday, September 24, 2008
noon-2pm

Please join us in the north lobby of Everson Hall to welcome new retirees with cake and cider following the Chancellor's Reception after the Convocation. This is a great time to return back to campus, start the Centennial Year, and re-establish friendships.

Centennial Oktoberfest

Friday, October 10, 2008
The Pub 5:00 - 7:00 pm

UC Davis is celebrating 100 years. Our retirees, be they faculty or staff, are a huge part of this history. Check out the Centennial Fall Festival, October 10-15 and see where you would like to be involved. The Retiree Center will host an Oktoberfest drop-in between the day's events, and Jeffrey Toobin's Centennial Presentation at the Mondavi Center. Join Dr. Charles Bamfort, Anheuser-Buisch Professor of Malting and Brewing Sciences at UC Davis, for an inimitable presentation about beer, and the hear about his latest book, Grape versus Grain, a volume he describes as "a completely unbiased comparison of wine and beer."

Harvey English Tennis Festival; a Centennial Event

Friday - Sunday, October 10-12, 2008           Registration Deadline is September 19. 2008
8 am - 5 pm

Our retirees came to us about a seniors (50+) tennis tournament. Join us for the first-ever Harley English Tennis Festival. Volunteers needed as well as players. Details

Football Tailgate

Saturday, November 8, 2008
Aggie Stadium (Southwest corner, also known as Team Aggie Lawn)
11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Game time: 1:00 pm

We hardly believe this ourselves! We have reserved tickets for retirees for the Causeway Classic, UC Davis at home against Sacramento State. Always a thriller, join retirees at the southwest gate, next to the Team Aggie Tailgate area, for a shady spot to socialize, relax, and meet up with friends before the big game. Purchase food and drinks from on-site vendors, or bring your own picnic! Purchase your tickets through the box office (Freeborn Hall 530-752-1915); just ask for the Retiree Section, Section 119, Seats B 1-5 and C-J 1-10. Tickets are $15.00 each. Tickets must be purchased by October 24, 2008.

Past Events

Steak Bake 2008

Saturday, June 7, 2008: 6-10pm

Picnic Day 2008

Saturday, April 19 , 2008
Plans are forming for this year's Kaleidoscope of Healthy Aging for Picnic Day. The Retiree Center will participate in the parade and then hold an Open House from noon until 2 p.m. Within our kaleidoscope will be opportunities to enhance your mind, learn to protect against cyber identity theft, and the pleasures of companion animals. Please come by and say "hello."

Winter Wine Tasting

Saturday, March 1, 2008 5-7 p.m.

Rominger West Winery
4602 Second Street (at Mace)
Davis, CA

Join us for fine wine, hors d’oeuvres, and great company.

This no-host wine tasting is co-sponsored by the UC Davis Emeriti and Retirees' Associations.  There will be a $10 per person fee at the door.  Complimentary, convenient parking included.

Winter Basketball Tailgate

Saturday, February 2, 2008

Team up and cheer for our atheletes. Come to the women's game, the men's game, or both! Join us for an upbeat night of food, fun, and sportsmanship; bring family and friends to a truly dynamic evening! Stop by the UC Davis ticket office at Freeborn Hall (or call 530-752-1915). Request seat(s) in Section 211, reserved by the Retiree Center. Only $10 each!

Retiree Tailgate: Fall Football Event
Dedication of Aggie Stadium, Tailgate Party, Cal Poly vs. UC Davis

Saturday, October 13 , 2007
The UC Davis Retirees' Association joined with the UC Davis Retiree Center and Emeriti Association to celebrate the dedication of Aggie Stadium and catch the rivalry of the Mustangs of Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Next year's Fall Tailgate will coincide with the Causeway Classic (against Sacramento State), November 8, 2008.

Fall 2007 Convocation and Reception

Wednesday, September 26, 2007
All retirees, and their families and friends were invited to the Retiree Center for light refreshments following the Chancellor's Reception.