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.
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.
THRU JUNE 24. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Influential ceramicist who utilizes bright & vivid colors and idiosyncratic style. She sees her sculptures as canvases to paint, lending her works a sense of playfulness. Free
APRIL 5 THRU MAY 7. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Features some of the most intriguing ceramic artists from around the country. Free
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
GALLERY 1855. Artwork of Cedric Williams on exhibit from April 3rd through April 28th. Free
GALLERY 625. The work of local and regional photographers, including Woodland Camera Forum members, in an exhibition that highlights unique and unexpected perspectives of people, places, and things from around the world. Opening reception 4/7. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Maxine Solomon’s current series of nonrepresentational oil paintings are about exploration, spontaneity, and energy. This exhibit is generously sponsored by Pat & Hoy Carman. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Moments in Time & Space is an exhibit featuring ceramic artists Claudia Tarantino, Daniel Alejandro Trejo & Bill Heiderich. Through May 12. Free
ODD FELLOWS LODGE. All are welcome to come downtown for a hearty breakfast before & during the parade. 8a–10a.
DAVIS GOLF COURSE. 36-hole stroke play championship with Open, Senior (50+) and Super Senior (65+) divisions.
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
MANETTI SHREM. Play games, make shimmering silver sketches, add to a large-scale reflective collage or cool off inside to view current exhibits. 10a–5p. Free
LYON REAL ESTATE. Annual Picnic Day BBQ featuring family friendly, kids activities, beer garden, margaritas, hot digs, and more. 11a—4p.
SCHAAL AQUATICS CTR. UCD women's water polo takes on Long Beach State 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
TURTLE HOUSE. Seven hours of live music at this all-day indie rock show featuring: Rainbow City Park, The Moondrops, Landline & more. 12a–8p. Free
UCD SCIENCES LAB PATIO. NorCal Indie Band Rainbow City Park performs live at Picnic Day. 12:30–1:30p. Free
UC DAVIS HEALTH STADIUM. Women's Lacrosse takes on UC Berkeley. Free admission. 1p.
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. A staged reading of Latine playwright Jordan Ramirez Puckett's play, En Las Sombras, directed by Nicole C. Limón. Performed in English with ASL interpretation and is appropriate for audiences ages ten and up. 1p–3p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Join the artist for an engaging talk on creativity, artistic process & inspiration. 2p–3p. Free
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Caregivers encouraged to join. No reservation needed. Not recommended for children under 3. 2p–4p. Free
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Hours of creation, design & play with LEGO Bricks! Parental supervision encouraged. Not recommended for children under 3. 2p–4p. Free
CRILLY'S BACKYARD. Album release party for Dave Bass The Trio. Limited seating, register in advance. 2–4p. $30
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
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Weekly game night run by professional Dungeon Masters. New and experienced players welcome. Tickets available online. 6p–9p. $10
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook's monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat 7:30p. Sun 2p. $9-$30
ROOT OF HAPPINESS Kava Bar. Roots Man Project plays live Reggae music on Picnic Day. 7:30p.
EPISCOPAL CHURCH of St. Martin. An evening of chamber music with special guest artists. Featuring works by Schubert, Bach and Stravinsky. 7:30p–9:30p. $12-30
UNIVERSITY OF BEER. Every Sat. 9p. Free
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