MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Hollowell is a rising star in the art world, known primarily for paintings & drawings that map the body through figuration & abstraction. Exhibit features soft pastel drawings. On view until May 8, 2023.
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. First-generation art faculty member & UC Davis Professor Emeritus Roy De Forest (1930-2007) is beloved for his colorful narrative figurative paintings, drawings & prints. Exhibition on view until May 8, 2023.
UNIVERSITY MALL. Family-fun, interactive space of UFO legends, alien artifacts & the paranormal. Incl game room, dance parties & hands-on exhibits. Wed–Sun.
JAN 23 THRU APR 23. UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. Showcases the colorful & imaginative footwear created by Los Angeles-based shoe designer Chris Francis. His work combines global shoemaking traditions & techniques, with references to the built environment such as industrial design & brutalist architecture as well as 20th-century art movements & punk rock. Opening reception Jan 24 @ 6:30p. Gallery open weekdays, 12p–4p. Free
PETER J. SHIELDS LIBRARY. An exhibit exploring the history, purpose, & meaning of the iconic UC Davis water towers through a series of historical photographs & rare items.
JAN 30 THRU JUNE 25. MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. The UC Davis Professor Emeritus' first solo U.S. museum exhibition in 20 years brings to light the pioneering artist’s rarely seen contributions to the history of contemporary painting and filmmaking, radical Black politics & to the story of California art. Integrates paintings & films by Henderson that offer new ideas about Black life in the visual languages of protest, Afro-futurism & surrealism.
FEB 3 THRU APR 4. McDaniels is a visual artist, teacher, muralist, community activist. She is the founder & Executive Director of The Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum in Sacramento.
FEB 4 THRU MAR 3. LOGOS BOOKS. “A little bit of Davis, a lot of California," plein air & studio oil paintings. Fess-Uecker's work has been shown in numerous juried shows & in the galleries in the many states in which she has resided. She has a strong passion for color dynamics & continues to study color theory with oil painter & colorist Elio Camacho. ArtAbout reception.
FEB 10 THRU APR 2. PENCE GALLERY. Each year, the California Art Club (est. 1909) holds a juried exhibition promoting artists who follow in the tradition of realism & craftsmanship established by the Club’s founders. This year, the Pence will display the Club’s juried exhibit of figurative paintings by select CAC artists, as juried by master painter Dan Schultz. Reception Feb 10.
ONLINE. A hybrid event with four days of virtual workshops followed by state-wide in-person gatherings. Admission is on a sliding-scale & provides access to all events. Sun-Wed 8:30a–6p, Thurs 8:30 a–3p, Fri 10a–2p. $11.18–$204.79
CRUESS HALL. Branwen Okpako, associate professor of cinema & digital media, has adapted Helon Habila’s The Chibok Girls into an experimental documentary, Return to Chibok. The film re-enacts the journey to visit those left behind after the shocking kidnapping of 276 girls from Chibok Girls School (Nigeria) in 2014.
Screened by the Center for the Advancement of Multicultural Perspective on Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities (CAMPSSAH). Actor Wale Ojo plays Habila alongside the community in Gombe State, who re-enact the original interviews. Reception to follow. 5p. Free
VILLAGE HOMES COMMUNITY CTR. Free concert featuring Katalysst, a folk rock duo with a progressive message and powerful sound.
ONLINE. A hybrid event with four days of virtual workshops followed by state-wide in-person gatherings. Admission is on a sliding-scale & provides access to all events. Sun-Wed 8:30a–6p, Thurs 8:30 a–3p, Fri 10a–2p. $11.18–$204.79
All levels / all ages dance-cardio party-yo! Join the happy, healthy bod squad! Zero judgment, 100% positive vibes. Nonmembers: One class $15 / Ten classes $100 (Stonegate Club members are eligible for a discount) YEAR-ROUND: 9:00AM Tuesdays @ Stonegate Club OUTDOOR CLASS 919 Lake Blvd. Davis, CA / 9:00AM Thursdays @ Applegate Dance Studio INDOOR …
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STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Mother Goose on the Loose is an award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a, Free
ARBORETUM. Take a mindful break & enjoy nature! Collage with pre-pressed plants while gazing at views of the Arboretum Waterway & relaxing under the branches of heritage trees. 11a–2p.
MONTGOMERY BRANCH DAVIS LIBRARY. Celebrate Valentine’s Day & paint with us! Enjoy music, light refreshments and a snack while you paint! ¡Celebra San Valentín y pinta con nosotros! Disfruta de música, refrescos y un aperitivo mientras pintas. 6p–7p. Free
STAMBUSKY STUDIOS. Release, recharge & recenter by gifting yourself 90 minutes of intuitive, inspired, mindful movement with a welcoming local community. Discover the special alchemy that occurs at the intersection of mindfulness, movement & music. No dance experience is needed. All are welcome. Guided by Teresa Hooker, PsyD. 4th Tuesdays, 7:30p–9p. Don/$20
AVID READER. A monthly no-stress, safe space for romance aficionados, amateurs & everyone in between. February's picks are Get a Life, Chloe Brown, by Talia Hibbert, and Party of Two, by Jasmine Guillory. Read one or both. Note: Adult romance novels may contain mature content. RSVP online or in-store. 8p–9:30p. Free
JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. An exhibition celebrating Women's History Month through both historic & contemporary pieces. Showcases influential women who have pioneered artistic movements & shaped the media throughout Northern California, highlighting their tenacity & artistic legacies.
THRU MARCH 31st. STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Exhibit by local contemporary feminist artist who highlights inspirational women from across the world. Free
ONLINE. A hybrid event with four days of virtual workshops followed by state-wide in-person gatherings. Admission is on a sliding-scale & provides access to all events. Sun-Wed 8:30a–6p, Thurs 8:30 a–3p, Fri 10a–2p. $11.18–$204.79
ONLINE. Will Arnold (Mayor), Mike Webb (City Manager), Cory Koehler (Business Chamber Director) & Corey Day (Business Chamber Board President) discuss city finances, infrastructure, social services & policing, development, and provide a Davis Chamber update. 10:30a–12p. Free
SPORK FOOD HUB. Weekly farm stand at the Cannery. Market items include: local produce from family farms, pasture raised pork, honey, jam and freshly milled flour. 2—6p
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.
WOODSTOCK'S. First pint is full price, but you get to keep the glass—& every pint after that night is 50% off for the night. Ask the bartenders when you arrive. 8p to close.
JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. First & third Thursdays. Each reading contains two featured poets followed by an open mic. 7p. Free
ONLINE. A hybrid event with four days of virtual workshops followed by state-wide in-person gatherings. Admission is on a sliding-scale & provides access to all events. Sun-Wed 8:30a–6p, Thurs 8:30 a–3p, Fri 10a–2p. $11.18–$204.79
All levels / all ages dance-cardio party-yo! Join the happy, healthy bod squad! Zero judgment, 100% positive vibes. Nonmembers: One class $15 / Ten classes $100 (Stonegate Club members are eligible for a discount) YEAR-ROUND: 9:00AM Tuesdays @ Stonegate Club OUTDOOR CLASS 919 Lake Blvd. Davis, CA / 9:00AM Thursdays @ Applegate Dance Studio INDOOR …
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WESTWOOD PARK. Morning stories & songs every 1st & 3rd Thursday, organized by Yolo County Library. For ages 3-6. Weather Permitting. 12p.
RECITAL HALL, ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Percussionist & lecturer, Christopher Froh, specializes in the creation of new music through critically acclaimed performances & dynamic lectures. Program, includes Javier Alvarez, Philipe Manoury, Chris Froh, & Steve Reich. 12:05p–1p.
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Free to people who generally make $69,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly & limited English speakers. Appointments can be scheduled online, or walk-ins welcome until an hour before closing. 4p–8p. Free
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. An evening showcasing student expression, from zines to live screen printing. Meet student groups who embody Mike Henderson’s legacy of community service & see the exhibition “Mike Henderson: Before the Fire, 1965-1985.” 4:30p–7p.
STEVENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Beginning the first Friday of each month, Friends of the Davis Library hosts a three day sale in the Blanchard Room. On Sundays fill a bag for $10. Fri 12p–7p, Sat 10a–5p, & Sun 10a–3p.
PENCE GALLERY. A joint exhibit featuring the work of painter Toni Rizzo, of Davis, and sculptor Cathi Newlin, of Sacramento. Both artists have a light-hearted, playful take on artmaking that leads them to explore imagery full of fantasy, surrealism, or comedic exaggeration.
ODD FELLOWS HALL. DLMC presents MILLY (L.A.) and Teethe (Dallas, TX) with special guest Fitting (Sacramento). All ages. Doors 7p, Show 7:30p. Etix $15, Door $20
WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free
