Woodland’s Movies on Main Street will return to downtown Woodland Friday, Oct. 13 with a viewing of Disney Pixar’s “Lightyear.”

“This free family-friendly event is loaded with fun for everyone,” a city press release stated. “The event kicks off in Heritage Plaza at 5:30 p.m. with activities including bounce houses, the Rec2Go kids zone and crafts to keep kids busy until show time.”

The movie will begin shortly after sundown and attendees will be able to enjoy the movie on a 30-foot movie screen under the stars, according to the release.

“A prequel to the ‘Toy Story’ series, ‘Lightyear’ follows legendary space ranger Buzz Lightyear as he embarks on an intergalactic adventure,” the release explained. “Don’t forget to bring a low-back chair, blanket or pillow to sit on the street.”

The release encouraged people to arrive early to find the best spot to watch the movie and to visit one of the many downtown restaurants, boutiques and retail options before the film starts.

Snacks and drinks including popcorn and candy will also be available for purchase in Heritage Plaza.

If interested in becoming a vendor, contact Woodland Community Services at (530)661-2000 or email WoodlandCSD@cityofwoodland.org for more information.

To find out more about Movies on Main Street, visit cityofwoodland.org/976/Movie-Series.

• NAMIWALKS Yolo County will take place Sunday, Oct. 8 at Woodland Community College with the goal of making an “unprecedented impact on mental health in our community.”

The event will benefit NAMI Yolo County, which is an organization that advocates for better lives for individuals who have a mental illness.

The 9 a.m. to noon event will take place at 2300 E Gibson Rd. Registration opens at 9 a.m., a rally with guest speakers and honorees starts at 10 a.m. and the walk begins at 10:30 a.m. with a 0.3 or 0.6 mile walk available, according to the website.

“The power of our mission is being felt as never before,” the website stated. “The achievement of ‘Mental Health for All’ has never felt this critical yet closer to being realized.”

“It’s not how far we walk…, but how far we’ve come to make our milestones county,” the website continued. “With your support and high spirits, we intend to make an unprecedented impact on mental health in our community.”

The website argued that NAMIWalks 2023 represents a chance for people to leave a significant mark on the local mental health landscape.

“Whether you’re a previous participant or a new voice waiting to be heard, we’re pretty sure you’ll find the festivities inspired and inspiring,” the website added.

For more information, visit namiwalks.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=1441.

• The Center for Land-Based Learning will be holding a free speaker series focused on accessing USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service programs for farmers from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 40140 Best Ranch Rd. in Woodland.

“Brandi Murphy and Scott Mahon, from USDA-NRCS CA, join us to share how farmers can participate and take advantage of the many NRCS natural resource conservation programs that help farmers reduce soil erosion, enhance water supplies, improve water quality, increase wildlife habitat, and reduce damage caused by floods and other natural disasters,” the event’s website emphasized. “Expect an educational evening learning what is needed to participate in these programs and results farms experience.”

Pizza and refreshments will be provided and attendees are encouraged to bring a side, drink or dessert to share.

To reserve a spot, visit eventbrite.com/e/cfa-speaker-series-accessing-usda-nrcs-programs-for-farmers-tickets.

To learn more about the center and its programs, visit landbasedlearning.org/programs.php.

• Woodland’s second annual TILLYfest will be held next month featuring a celebration for two world-champion cows Saturday, Nov. 4 at Heritage Plaza in downtown Woodland.

“Both champions are purebred Registered Holsteins, the renowned black and white dairy breed developed over many centuries in Holland,” the event’s press release stated. “Both cows are famous for the same achievement: breaking the world record for lifetime milk production. The only difference is that they were born exactly 100 years apart! Tilly Alcartra in 1908 and Nor-Bert Colby Connie in 2008.”

The release noted that Connie is a direct descendant of Tilly.

The event is free to the public with the exception of a historical breakfast presentation that reservations can be made for by visiting tillyfest.org.

Vendors, food, refreshments, a silent auction and a celebration of roots music will take place on the plaza and nine blue-grass, country-western and folk bands will perform in various venues throughout downtown Woodland, according to the release.

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