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FRIDAY, MARCH 19, 2021
NOMADLAND: It celebrates triumph of human spirit From Page B1 “I’m not homeless,” she insists tartly during a chance encounter with a former neighbor. “I’m just house-less.” It’s December; Fern has signed up for seasonal work at an Amazon fulfillment center, which comes with campground facilities that compensate for her van’s lack of running water and, well, anything approaching a bathroom. She befriends co-worker Linda May: Fern’s first encounter with a veteran “nomad.” (Zhao’s obvious devotion to authenticity notwithstanding, it’s an eyebrow lift when Fern’s stint at the fulfillment center is depicted as pleasantly satisfying, with plenty of bonding, but not even a whiff of the exploitatively hard labor and exhaustingly long hours. Clearly, that wasn’t an element of the story Zhao wished to tell, so we must let it slide.) The Amazon job concludes in January, with the freezing-cold winter now a tangible problem, and with no other jobs to be had. After a few life-threatening days, Fern accepts Linda May’s offer to join a cluster of nomads who gather each winter at the Rubber Tramp Rendezvous in warmer Quartzsite, Ariz. The congregation is run by veteran nomad Bob Wells (who in 2018 would cofound Home on Wheels, a
nonprofit nomad support group). Aside from gaining essential survival and selfsufficiency tips — such as the all-important “Five Gallon Bucket Lesson” — Fern makes a few more friends: notably Swankie and Dave (David Strathairn). A pattern slowly develops, as Ferns slides through a series of seasonal jobs: host at a campsite in South Dakota’s Badlands National Park; kitchen staff at Wall Drug (in the town of Wall, S.D.), known for its donuts, photo ops and tourist tchotchkes; a beet harvest in Nebraska. Fern, Linda May, Swankie and Dave drift in and out of each other’s orbits during these stopovers. As Wells explains, during his spotlight moment in this saga, nomads never say goodbye; it’s always, “See you down the road” — because that’s often true. I was suddenly reminded of director Terence Malick’s lovely 1978 film, “Days of Heaven,” with its depiction — set in 1916, in the Texas Panhandle — of the nomadic “gypsy” farm workers who hopped freight trains to travel from one seasonal harvesting job to the next. Here we are, an entire century later, and some things haven’t changed: notably the fact that “progress” continues to elude
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Fern (Frances McDormand) and Dave (David Strathairn) enjoy a rare hearty meal while taking in the wonders of South Dakota’s Badlands National Park. major chunks of the American populace. Zhao’s increasingly poignant film is built from dozens of achingly touching little moments. A stand-out is Swankie’s calm assertion that her life has been filled with wonder: none better than rafting down a river, and watching, awe-struck, as hundreds of swallows dart in and out of their cliffside nests, babies hatching and discarded eggshells drifting like snow onto the water. It’s one of the most impressively touching monologues I’ve ever seen in a film because Swankie is so matter-of-fact and sincere. We understand, in that moment, how people can be wholly satisfied by things that have nothing to do with “stuff.”
Equally moving: Fern’s brief visit with her sister Dolly (Melissa Smith) and her family at their comfortable California home. Zhao has an equally accurate ear for the way siblings interact; a revealing conversation between Fern and Dolly is almost painfully intimate. Sad stories shared around a campfire, one evening, also have the ring of authenticity. Not every encounter is weighted or “heavy.” Fern’s chance meeting with a young “traveler” named Derek — a slightly different lifestyle — is sweet, both for his untroubled ingenuousness and for the way Zhao’s script manages a deft fullcircle gesture, following earlier events. The always enjoyable Strathairn adds mild levity
and aw-shucks charm as Dave: quick to grin, eager to be a friend, but not quite able to handle his own mental baggage. McDormand capably, instinctively anchors this saga. Fern blossoms from a resolute but initially naïve nomad, to a seasoned veteran who — ultimately — can’t imagine any other lifestyle. She quietly revels in the natural wonders she encounters, from the majesty of a redwood forest, to getting (temporarily) lost in the Badlands, to the pounding ocean surf along California’s coastline. McDormand makes us believe. At first blush, we can’t help feeling that Fern is out of her mind; the loneliness seems overwhelming as she celebrates the New Year by herself,
wearing a silly tiara and waving a lone sparkler. But as the weeks and months pass and Fern settles into this lifestyle, McDormand’s sideways glances and perky smiles denote peace. That said, memories can’t be obliterated; and people who have very little place extreme importance on what they do possess (as becomes clear during a devastating moment with Dave). This film’s often dour atmosphere aside — you’ll find no soggy sentimentality here — the underlying tension is equally unsettling; we keep waiting for things to go wrong. This isn’t a casual viewing experience. Ludovico Einaudi’s piano-based score deftly complements this narrative, often heightening emotional impact with soft, single notes and simple chords. Zhao’s talented touch notwithstanding, her film won’t be embraced by everybody. Some will find it slow, too “alien,” even too depressing. The latter would be missing the point, because — more than anything else — “Nomadland” celebrates the triumph of the human spirit, and the satisfaction resulting from unashamedly embracing an alternate lifestyle. — Read more of Derrick Bang’s film criticism at http://derrickbang. blogspot.com. Comment on this review at www. davisenterprise.com.
Auditions set for ‘Shrek, the Musical’ More details released for arts auction Special to The Enterprise The Davis Musical Theatre Company, announces auditions for the mainstage show “Shrek, the Musical” at 7:30 p.m. Sunday and Monday, March 28 and 29. This funny, family musical is directed and choreographed by Jan Isaacson and musically directed by Ryan Lee
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(underwritten by Suzy Goldschmidt in honor of David Goldschmidt). Go to dmtc.org to sign up for an audition slot and get an audition application. “Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek....” Thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing
journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a shorttempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there is one on hand — and his name is Shrek.
Enterprise staff The Davis Community Chorale has released more details for its first-ever Online Arts Auction and Celebration set for Saturday, March 20. The online bidding will start at noon and end at 7 p.m. The open house is from 5 to 6:15 p.m. Items to be auctioned include a handmade quilt, pillows, scarves, shadow boxes, a music-themed felted
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Salary: $4,970.77 - $6,041.98 Monthly; City of Davis, 23 Russell Blvd., Davis, CA 95616. FFD: 3/4/2021. See job bulletin at www.cityofdavis.org for min. req. or call (530) 757-5644, TDD (530) 757-5666; City emp. appl. req. EOE.
Salary: $4,734.03 - $5,754.25 Monthly; City of Davis, 23 Russell Blvd., Davis, CA 95616. FFD: 3/5/2021. See job bulletin at www.cityofdavis.org for min. req. or call (530) 757-5644, TDD (530) 757-5666; City emp. appl. req. EOE.
Salary: $3,754.40 - $5,021.47 Monthly; City of Davis, 23 Russell Blvd., Davis, CA 95616. FFD: 3/1/2021. See job bulletin at www.cityofdavis.org for min. req. or call (530) 757-5644, TDD (530) 757-5666; City emp. appl. req. EOE.
bag, greeting cards, a signed acrylic painting by Mary King and a signed copy of Matthew Zavod’s new book “Dr. Ridiculopickulopot and the Shot.” There will also be an evening of piano music by award-winning musician LuAnn Higgs offered to the highest bidder. For the Zoom link, go to charity auction.bid/davischorale.
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HELP WANTED Crossing guards are needed for Davis schools. $26/ hour, 8 hours a week. No prior experience. School starting date April 12 Will provide vaccination requirement. Call 530-400-0909.
Public Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Filed: February 22, 2021 FBN Number: F20210172 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) Andes Gifts 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of Principal Place of Business in California. Business is located in Yolo County. 1525 Lemon Lane Davis, CA 95616 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip Altiplano Enterprises, Inc. 1525 Lemon Lane Davis, CA 95616 4. Business Classification: Corporation 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) 6. Signature of Registrant(s): John Terlecky Treasurer, Altiplano Enterprises, Inc. 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19 1177
1000 Main Street, Woodland, CA 95695 3. a) A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The Davis Enterprise 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616 Date: February 22, 2021 Samuel T. McAdam Judge of the Superior Court 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19 1178
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Public Notice NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given that the County of Yolo will receive sealed bids for the “Gonzalez Roof Project” until 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 06, 2021 at 625 Court Street, Room 103, Woodland, CA 95695. This construction project is located at 25 N. Cottonwood Street in Woodland, California. One mandatory pre-bid conference and site review will be held at the project site at 10:00 a.m. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME on Tuesday, March 23, 2021. Each bid STATEMENT must conform to the requirements of Filed: February 23, 2021 the Contract Documents which can be FBN Number: F20210177 downloaded along with all bid documents 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) at www.bidsync.com at no cost. It is the Pet Practice Partners bidder’s responsibility to register at www. 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of bidsync.com to ensure notification of all Principal Place of Business in California. addenda. It is the bidder’s responsibility Business is located in Yolo County. to arrange for printing services. For more 3703 Ascada Place information, send questions through Davis, CA 95618 www.bidsync.com. 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip Note to General Contractors in regard James Jared Clark to State Public Contracting and 3703 Ascada Place apprenticeship: there is an additional Davis, CA 95618 local Yolo County requirement that and states; “The County requires that all Cassandra Marie Linder ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR bidders on public works projects in 216 Willoughby Dr. CHANGE OF NAME excess of seven hundred fifty thousand Naples, FL 34110 dollars participate in a State of California Case Number: CV2021-292 4. Business Classification: Division of Apprenticeship Standards 1. Avalon Nicole Hendricks filed a petition General Partnership approved joint labor and management with this court for a decree changing 5. Beginning Date of Business: The apprenticeship program. Proof of names as follows: Registrant(s) commenced to transact compliance with this instructional Avalon Nicole Hendricks business under the fictitious business training requirement must be provided to name or names listed above on: N/A at the time a bid is submitted.” Kinsley Imrie Titchener “I declare that all information in Contractor shall be responsible to 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons this statement is true and correct.” provide documentation illustrating a interested in this matter shall appear (A registrant who declares as true qualified and approved apprenticeship before this court at the hearing indicated information which he or she knows to be training program and shall include this below to show cause, if any, why the false is guilty of a crime.) documentation in bid documents. petition should not be granted. 6. Signature of Registrant(s): 3/12, 3/19 1192 NOTICE OF HEARING James Jared Clark Date: April 15, 2021 Time: 9 a.m. 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19 1180 Dept: #10 Room: Zoom The address of the court is
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Filed: March 4, 2021 FBN Number: F20210201 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) Carlton Senior Living, Davis Carlton Senior Living of Davis 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of Principal Place of Business in California. Business is located in Yolo County. 2726 5th Street Davis, CA 95618 Mailing address: 4071 Port Chicago Hwy., STE 130 Concord, CA 94520 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip Carlton Senior Living, LLC 4071 Port Chicago Hwy., STE 130 Concord, CA 94520 4. Business Classification: Limited Liability Company 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 04/1/2016 “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) 6. Signature of Registrant(s): Timothy MacDonald Manager, Carlton Senior Living, LLC 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2 1193
petition should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 4/21/2021 Time: 9:00 AM Dept: 9 Room: N/A The address of the court is 1000 Main Street, Woodland, CA 95695 3. a) A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The Davis Enterprise 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616 Date: MARCH 4, 2021 Daniel M. Wolk Judge of the Superior Court 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2 1194
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CV2021-357 1. Dibakar and Jenifer Barua filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: ANISH BARUA to AUNISH BARUA 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 4-30-21 Time: 9:00 AM Dept: #9 Room: N/A The address of the court is 1000 Main Street, Woodland, CA 95695 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR 3. a) A copy of this Order to Show Cause CHANGE OF NAME shall be published at least once a week Case Number: CV2021-349 for four successive weeks prior to the 1. YE JU LIN filed a petition with this court date set for hearing on the petition in for a decree changing names as follows: the following newspaper of general YE JU LIN circulation, printed in this county: to The Davis Enterprise YEJU LIN 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons Date: March 5, 2021 interested in this matter shall appear Daniel M. Wolk before this court at the hearing indicated Judge of the Superior Court below to show cause, if any, why the 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2 1197