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Alicia Eggert: This Present Moment, 2019–2022

MANETTI SHREM

THRU JUNE 2024. MANETTI SHREM. Eggert uses language & time as her mediums, playing with our experience of time, using the effects of neon signage. Free

Free

Pyro Futures

MANETTI SHREM

JAN 4–JUNE 16. MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Engage in collective speculation on the transformative nature of fire & the ways it can change the materiality of California’s landscapes. Through interactive displays & inquiry, visitors can explore the future of fire in the Golden State. Free

Free

Shiva Ahmadi: Strands of Resilience

MANETTI SHREM

JAN 28-MAY 6. MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. UCD Professor of Art Shiva Ahmadi uses painting as a form of storytelling, combining luminous colors & mystical beings with violent imagery to draw attention to global issues of migration, war & brutality against marginalized peoples while featuring the female figure. Free

Free

Yolo Vegan Chef Challenge

YOLO COUNTY. Restaurants throughout Yolo will feature special vegan menu items. Diners have the opportunity to visit restaurants and vote. Visit veganchefchallenge.org/yolo for details. 

Free

Creative Learning with Clay

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

THE ARTERY. Under Willett Elementary School teacher's Judy Catambay’s guidance, students discover their artistic voices as they turn clay into art. The lessons in clay spark their curiosity and deepen their understanding of the world. Their work—and Catambays—is on display.

Free
Ongoing

Erica Norelius: Natural Places & Urban Spaces

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Erica Norelius' new series of work offers an in-depth dive into the natural spaces of the Golden State, reaching from the coastal cities and desert areas, north towards Oregon. The quiet presence of man is often seen in small intrusions such as power lines and roads. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Call to Artists! Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

The Pence’s Slice exhibit, now in its 12th year, is open for submission by California artists working in any medium (except video or sound). This is an ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art.

$30 – $35

April Exhibit featuring the work of Brenyanna Harris-Hill

Davis Cemetery 820 Pole Line Road, Davis +1 more

GALLERY 1855. Brenyanna implements her educational background to teach children about mental health through practices like art therapy. She is passionate about creating art that celebrates beauty, strength, and resilience. She is inspired by the powerful women and the diverse stories of the women she meets. 8a—3p. Free

Free

Innovation in Art Competition

2106 Gallagher Hall 540 Alumni Lane, Davis

2106 GALLAGHER HALL. Calling all creatives: We’ve renovated our office and are looking for art that reflects our values and challenges us to think broadly about the work we do at the Mike and Renee Child Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. The competition's theme is "What does innovation look like to you?" Submission link on calendar.

Free

Women’s Work

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Women artists have long used humor and satire to critique the unequal treatment of women, in areas from reproductive rights to their depiction in the media. Women’s Work is a sampling of contemporary sculpture and paintings by thirteen artists who redefine gender and femininity through their art. Free

Free

Call to Artists – Night Market at the Pence

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Open call for artists ages 16-25 to join the Night Market pop-up! Art ranging from prints, paintings, ceramics, jewelry, & more. Free Application. $25/accepted artists.

Free

Wine Ramble with Yolo Wines

Yolo County

YOLO COUNTY. Create your own wine trail and take advantage of all Yolo Wines has to offer! 14 participating Yolo County wineries offering BOGO wine flights at with a ramble ticket purchase. 11a—5p. $20

$20

Clay Fun on G street

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

THE ARTERY. For the 50th anniversary of the Artery, we invite all members of the community to spend an afternoon a month Making Art on G street. Come and get your hands on clay and have fun with a professional team of Artists, Brigitte Chertok, Maggie Crivelli & Emma Luna.Create your own piece or contribute to the community art project. 12p—4p. Free

Free
Recurring

Sunday Funday

Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library 315 East 14th Street, Davis

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Drop-in family enrichment programs every Sunday! 2p–5p. Free

Free
Recurring

Into The Woods

Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. An ambivalent Cinderella? A blood-thirsty Little Red Riding hood? A Prince Charming with a roving eye? They're all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim's fractured fairy tale centered around a childless baker and his wife whose only wish is to lift the family curse and live happily ever after.  Thus, what begins as a lively irreverent fantasy becomes a moving lesson about community responsibility and the stories we tell our children. Fri & Sat, 7:30p; Sun 2p. $20

$20

Davis Chorale Spring Concert

BRUNELLE HALL. Something Old Something New - A wonderful juxtaposition of Mozart's Solemn Vespers with compositions by contemporary composers 3p—5p. $20 suggested donation

Recurring

Hand Built Ceramic Class

35301 COUNTY ROAD 31, DAVIS.

35301 COUNTY ROAD 31, DAVIS. We focus on hand-building techniques to create a wide range of functional and ornamental ceramics projects and offer all the necessary tools, materials,  and instruction. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Sun. 4p—6p; Mon. 6p—8p. $30

DLMC Presents Sean Carscadden Trio

Sudwerk Brewing Co. 2001 2nd St, Davis

SUDWERK BREWING CO. From deep pocket New Orleans funk to desert-infused surf reverberation,  Sean Carscadden knows how to make his six-string guitar reach through space. Free live music at Sudwerk presented by the Davis Live Music Collective. 6p—9p. $20

Free

Gremlins 40th Anniversary Screening

1013 Kst, Crest Theatre, Sacramento Ca, 95814 1013 Kst, Sacramento

CREST THEATRE, Sacramento. See the classic 1984 movie Gremlins at the Crest theater in Sacramento, with the star of the film Zach Galligan in person.  Zach will be doing a brief autograph signing at 6pm with an onstage q&a to follow at 7pm before the screening.  Hosted by Scott Zilner. Presented by Moviebusters. 6p—10p. $20

$20
Recurring

A Tribute to Tony Fields

Richard Brunelle Performance Hall 315 W 14th Street, Davis

BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. This performance celebrates a Davis High alum who excelled in Hollywood before returning to give back to his community. It also highlights some of our favorite musical moments of the year. And on Saturday, help us recognize all of the seniors who make our program possible. 7p—9p. $10—12

$10 – $12
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