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.
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.
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Showcases legal milestones & harrowing stories of brave Chinese American women. Curated by Dr. Chang C. Chen. Available at all Yolo County Libraries except South Davis Montgomery. Free
THRU APRIL 24. THE ARTERY. Features gourd sculptures by Louise McGowan Bezark. Reception 4/14. 7p–9p.
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.
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.
PENCE GALLERY. The Pence’s Slice exhibit is open for application by California artists working in any medium (except video or sound). This is an ‘open theme’ exhibit, which showcases art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Apply online, link in post. $30 member
THE BARN GALLERY. Nine women artists incorporate the human likeness into their work and investigate themes of identity, feminism, spirituality, body image, and the environment. Free
2500 ANDERSON ROAD, parking lot. Join expert birders for a slow moving 1.5 hour stroll. Byo binoculars if you have them. 8–9:30a. Free
ODD FELLOWS LODGE. Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, cookie decorating, face painting, storytelling, carnival games & Easter egg hunt parade through the Farmers Market. 9a–11:45a. $12
CAPAY VALLEY LAVENDER FARM. One mile tour exploring lavender varieties, planting, harvesting & drying. Enjoy freshly baked lavender scones. Free for children under 8. 10a–11a. $10
EXPLORIT MUSEUM. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
PENCE GALLERY. 2-day workshop led by artist Sara Post. Using multiple panels, students will learn to experiment with oil and cold wax painting. 10a–4p. $350 members/$380 non-members
GRINDSTONE WINES. Live music and food trucks on site at Grindstone! 11a–4p.
SCHAAL AQUATICS CTR. UCD women's water polo takes on Santa Clara University at home. 12p. Free
PARK WINTERS. A guided exploration of the magical Western Yolo County countryside, with hundreds of acres of farmland, 150 year old trees, timeless gardens & a gorgeous view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Please arrive at 11:30. 12p–1p. $20
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly D&D adventure for ages 9–15. Every Saturday. Purchase tickets in advance. 12p–2p. $10
ODD FELLOWS. 5th Annual Celebration of life for Officer Natalie Corona; music, food & beer garden. Recognition of the Natalie Corona Odd Fellows Memorial Scholarship. 12—5p. Free
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. A story about identity, family & responsibility. Features classic songs from the Disney film. 2p–4p. $10
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Opportunity to meet researchers, inventors & experimenters. View experiments, live demonstrations & participate in hands-on activities. For children & families. 2p–4p. Free
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly group where parents & kids can play other families for fun D&D one-shots & mini-campaigns. One ticket covers a parent & child. 3p–6p. $20
BERRYESSA GAP VINEYARDS. A Bohemian feast including a three course meal with specialty wine paired by winemaker, Nicole Salengo. Guests are welcome to watch as the head chef prepares various traditional Czech dishes. 5:30p–6:30p. $115
RUHSTALLER FARM. Blues Americana with powerful vocals from boogie-woodie piano to slide guitar. Donations welcome. 6p. Free
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Weekly game night run by professional Dungeon Masters. New and experienced players welcome. Tickets available online. 6p–9p. $10
MONDAVI CTR. Five lifelong friends from Charleston, South Carolina joined by Dom Flemons, a fellow Grammy-winner, multi-instrumentalist, former Carolina Chocolate Drop & “American Songster." Their deeply groovy music actively preserves traditions originated by African Americans in the coastal South during slavery. 7:30p. $12.50–$65
UNIVERSITY OF BEER. Every Sat. 9p. Free
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