For the academically inclined, URC’s location in a university town offers countless lifelong learning opportunities as well as the dynamic energy of an intergenerational collegiate setting. Thanks to our ties with UC Davis, one of the world’s leading cross-disciplinary research and teaching institutes, you can stay on top of your favorite subjects or current events via guest lectures and classes at URC, or by auditing a class at the university. For a change of pace, cheer on your favorite sports teams, or enjoy the vibrant artistic community that exists in Davis. 

The Yolo County Library, Mondavi Center, and Davis Farmers’ Market are just a few of the popular attractions that help make our city a vibrant hub of cultural and intellectual stimulation. The Mondavi Center’s diverse lineup of shows offers something for everyone, as does the impressively stocked county library and bounteous, irresistible farmers’ market.