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Exhibit: Asian American Activism: From the 1960s to the Present

Peter J. Shields Library 100 NW Quad Davis

THRU December 23. PETER J. SHIELDS LIBRARY. Exhibit traces the Asian American Activism movement from the 1960s to the present, with a focus on the University of California, Davis campus. Using documents, photographs, and oral histories recordings, this interactive exhibit strives to diversify online sources for Asian American History and ethnic studies.

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Democracy by Participation: The Life and Legacy of Cruz Reynoso

Peter J. Shields Library 100 NW Quad Davis

THRU Feb 10. SHIELDS LIBRARY. Democracy by Participation highlights the life and career of Cruz Reynoso (1931-2021), the first Chicano Associate Justice of the California Supreme Court, former professor at the UC Davis School of Law, and recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Free

Loie Hollowell: Tick Tock Belly Clock

Manetti Shrem Museum (Shrem) 254 Old Davis Rd.

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.

Roy De Forest: Habitats for Travelers Selections

Manetti Shrem Museum (Shrem) 254 Old Davis Rd.

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.

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William T. Wiley Exhibition

John Natsoulas Center for the Arts 521 1st St., Davis

THRU JAN 7. John Natsoulas Center for the Arts. A member of the UC Davis studio art faculty and a participant in the Bay Area Funk Movement, Wiley produced an iconic body of work.

California Funk to Figuration: A New Narrative Mythology

John Natsoulas Center for the Arts 521 1st St., Davis

THRU JAN 7. John Natsoulas Center for the Arts. A thrilling exhibition of paintings, sculptures, and works on paper by the leading 20th-Century Funk artists from California and Chicago.

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A Recital of American Music

Recital Hall, Ann E. Pitzer Center Hutchison Dr. & Cushing Way, Davis

Dagenais Smiley, violin and UC Davis lecturer in music with John Cozza, piano Program Amy Beach: Romance for Violin and Piano Aaron Copland: Four Piano Blues​​​​​​​​ Samuel Barber: Canzone for Violin and Piano​​​​​​​​ George Gershwin: “Summertime / A Woman is a Sometime Thing” Copland: Sonata for Violin and Piano Gershwin: “It Ain’t Necessarily So” About […]

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Thursdays in the Davisphere (Picnic in the Park)

Gather at Central Park for an evening of music, food, and community-building. All are welcome to attend! Thursdays in The Davisphere. Where: Central Park, Davis, CA When: Every Thursday 5:00pm – 9:30pm through October 27, 2022 September 29th is Tropical Island Theme Night! Wear your favorite Hawaiian or tropical shirt, hat, lei, etc. Be creative and add […]

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Maria Ogrydziak at The Avid Reader

The Avid Reader 617 2nd St.

Join to hear local architect and author Maria Ogrydziak discuss Framing the Valley, a gorgeous collection of some of her stunning architectual projects throughout the Central Valley. About the Author Maria Ogrydziak, founder of Maria Ogrydziak Architecture, is known nationally for her valley-inspired built works and her design and policy leadership. Her bold custom homes, retail, and […]

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