January 30, 2023 - June 25, 2023

Mike Henderson: Before the Fire, 1965–1985

Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art at UC Davis 254 Old Davis Road, Davis

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. 

Free

March 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023

Exhibit: The Legal History of Chinese American Women

Yolo County Library, Davis Branch (Yolo County Library) 315 E. 14th St.

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

Free

April 4, 2023 - June 24, 2023

Patti Warashina: New Ceramics Exhibition

John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, Davis

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

Free

April 28, 2023 - May 24, 2023

Ceramic Artists: Emma Luna, Magdalene Crivelli & Liz Webb

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

TRU MAY 24. THE ARTERY. Presents the work of some of the Artery's finest ceramic artists. 7a–9p. Free

Free

May 10, 2023 - June 24, 2023

Pat Mahony: New Works

John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, Davis

THRU JUNE 24. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Mahoney's paintings carefully hover between abstraction & representation. With Impressionist colors, she captures the beauty of nature. Free

Free

May 10, 2023 - June 24, 2023

Bay Area Figurative Exhibition

John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, Davis

THRU JUNE 24. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Pieces from The Bay Area Figurative Movement, an art movement comprised of artists in the San Francisco Bay Area who abandoned the prevailing style of Abstract Expressionism in favor of a return to figuration in painting during the 1950s & 1960s. Free

Free

March 9, 2023 @ 12:00 am - May 22, 2023 @ 9:00 pm

Call to Artists! Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2023

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

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

$30 – $35

March 9, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - June 10, 2023 @ 3:00 pm

Flesh and Frame

The Barn Gallery 512 Gibson Road, Woodland

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

Free

April 7, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - May 30, 2023 @ 8:00 pm

Near and Far: The World in Focus

Gallery 625 625 Court St, Erwin Meier Admin Building, Woodland

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

Free

April 14, 2023 @ 11:30 am - June 12, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

Moments in Time & Space

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Moments in Time & Space is an exhibit featuring ceramic artists Claudia Tarantino, Daniel Alejandro Trejo & Bill Heiderich. Through May 12. Free

Free

May 1, 2023 @ 8:00 am - May 31, 2023 @ 3:00 pm

Exhibit: Work of Kari Uhlman

Gallery 1855 820 Pole Line Rd, Davis

GALLERY 1855. Work of Kari Uhlman on display. The gallery is located on the grounds of the Davis Cemetery. 8a–3p. Free

Free

May 5, 2023 @ 11:30 am - June 25, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

Wandering Thoughts: Paintings by Dawn Star Wood

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Wood's captivating watercolor paintings are on display this spring. Wood portrays the dreamy interior world of women lost in thought or asleep, complete with stars, moons, and other signs of the cosmos. Free

Free

May 12, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Whole Earth Festival

UC DAVIS QUAD. A family friendly, zero waste, student-run arts & music festival that values acceptance, expression, sustainability, community & inclusivity. Fri 12p–10p. Sat 10a–10p. Sun 10a–6p. Free

May 12, 2023 @ 9:00 am Senior Watercolor Group

Senior Watercolor Group

Davis Senior Center 646 A St, Davis

DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free

Free

May 12, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Free Yoga Fridays

Free Yoga Fridays

Arroyo Park 2000 Shasta Dr, Davis

ARROYO PARK. Rain or shine. All levels welcome. Every Fri, 10a–11a. Free

Free

May 12, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:45 am Healing Arts Workshop

Healing Arts Workshop

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Six-session Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Participants have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Register in advance. Free

Free

May 12, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 6:30 pm

3rd Annual DBDAB Golf Tournament

Wildhorse Country Club 2323 Rockwell Drive, Davis, CA 95618

WILDHORSE COUNTRY CLUB. Tournament hosted by Davis Blue Devil Athletic Boosters. Proceeds benefit all Davis high school athletic teams. Register foursome at bluedevilsboosters.org. 11a–8p. $40–$600

$40 – $600

May 12, 2023 @ 11:30 am - June 11, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

Home: Mixed Media Paintings by Susan Brady

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Susan Brady’s landscapes are a hybrid of painting, collage, and photography. Originating with a digital image, her work builds upon the photograph by collaging layers of handmade papers, dye, and oil paint. 11:30a–5p. Free

Free

Featured May 12, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions

Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions

Wyatt Deck UC Davis Arboretum

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

May 12, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm Dixon May Fair

Dixon May Fair

Dixon May Fair 655 S 1st St, Dixon

DIXON MAY FAIR. Features events including livestock auctions, sheep shearing competitions, crafts, carnival rides, pig racing, a petting zoo, 4-H, FFA exhibits & the annual parade. Parking $5. Thurs 4p–10p. Fri 12p–11p. Sat 11a–11p. Sun 12p–10p. $5–$15

$5 – $15

May 12, 2023 @ 12:30 pm Senior Center Friday Films

Senior Center Friday Films

Davis Senior Center 646 A St, Davis

SENIOR CENTER. Bring a friend & join every Friday in the Game Room to watch a free movie on a beautiful large screen TV, while enjoying light refreshments. Call or check the website for titles. 12:30p. Free

Free

May 12, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Tales for Tails

Tales for Tails

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

STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Read to a therapy dog! For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the afternoon of the program, no prior registration. 3p–4:30p.

Free

May 12, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Miridae Plant Truck at Sudwerk Brewing

Miridae Plant Truck at Sudwerk Brewing

Sudwerk Brewing Co 2001 2nd Street Davis, CA 95618 2001 2nd Street, Davis

SUDWERK BREWING CO. Mobile nursery truck selling a wide variety of native plants. All profits support the science education nonprofit, Miridae Living Labs. 4p–7p.

Featured May 12, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Celebrate Davis!

Community park

COMMUNITY PARK. Registration open now for Celebrate Davis! Hosted by the Davis Chamber of Commerce. Featuring bounce house, live stage show, beer & wine garden, busness venders, bike valet, photo booth, fireworks and more! 4–9p. Free

FREE

May 12, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Risotto

Davis Food Co-op 620 G St, Davis

DAVIS FOOD CO-OP. Learn to make risotto from scratch & pair this comforting, creamy meal with a seasonal salad! 5:30p–7:30p. $40.50–$45

$40.50 – $45

May 12, 2023 @ 6:00 pm Ruhstaller Farm Live Music

Ruhstaller Farm Live Music

Ruhstaller Farm 6686 Sievers Road, Dixon

RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. 6p. Free

Free

May 12, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

2nd Friday ArtAbout reception: Elyse Doyle-Martinez

Logos Books 513 2nd Street, Davis

LOGOS BOOKS. Artist reception for Elyse Doyle-Martinez, whose silk screen, digital prints and murals explore issues of identity, culture, sociopolitical movements, and the suppression of marginalized voices. 6p–8p. Free

Free

May 12, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 2nd Friday ArtAbout!

2nd Friday ArtAbout!

Multiple Venues

MULTIPLE VENUES. A monthly, self-guided art walk featuring installations & receptions at local galleries, art co-ops & businesses. Enjoy live music, a wine tasting & conversations with special artists. 5p–9p. Free

Free

May 12, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Wandering Thoughts Reception

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Celebrate Dawn Star Wood’s captivating watercolor exhibition. 6p–9p. Free

Free

May 12, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Home Exhibition Reception

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Celebrate the premiere of a new exhibition! Brady accentuates digital landscape photos by collaging layers of handmade papers, dye & oil paint. Free

Free

May 12, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

2nd Friday ArtAbout at the Pence Gallery

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Browse the art exhibits on display & enjoy some wine. Also featuring video projections in the Pence courtyard by artist Shimon Attie's UC Davis students. 6p–9p. Free

Free

May 12, 2023 @ 7:30 pm Disney’s Newsies

Disney’s Newsies

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

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. The tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy & leader of a band of teenaged "newsies." Features Tony Award-winning score. Recommended for the entire family. 7:30p. $10–$20

$10 – $20

May 12, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Jack Gallagher Comedy Show

Odd Fellows Hall (Odd Fellows) 415 2nd St., Davis

ODD FELLOWS HALL. Comedy show & open bar. Doors open at 7p. Purchase tickets online. 8p–10p. $25

$25

May 12, 2023 @ 10:00 pm Karaoke Night

Karaoke Night

Tommy J's 726 2nd Street, Davis

TOMMY J'S. Every Friday with KJ Incubus. 10p.