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Alicia Eggert: This Present Moment, 2019–2022

MANETTI SHREM

THRU JUNE 2024. MANETTI SHREM. Eggert uses language & time as her mediums, playing with our experience of time, using the effects of neon signage. Free

Free

Pyro Futures

MANETTI SHREM

JAN 4–JUNE 16. MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Engage in collective speculation on the transformative nature of fire & the ways it can change the materiality of California’s landscapes. Through interactive displays & inquiry, visitors can explore the future of fire in the Golden State. Free

Free

STILL: Racism in America, A Retrospective in Cartoons

Design Museum, UC Davis Room 124, Cruess Hall University of California, Davis

UCD DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition explores racism through cartoons, showcasing the work of pioneering father/daughter cartoonists the late Brumsic Brandon, Jr. & Barbara Brandon-Croft who chronicled the nation’s cultural landscape in their comic strips through the lens of racism. 12p–4p. Free

Free

Shiva Ahmadi: Strands of Resilience

MANETTI SHREM

JAN 28-MAY 6. MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. UCD Professor of Art Shiva Ahmadi uses painting as a form of storytelling, combining luminous colors & mystical beings with violent imagery to draw attention to global issues of migration, war & brutality against marginalized peoples while featuring the female figure. Free

Free

Yolo Vegan Chef Challenge

YOLO COUNTY. Restaurants throughout Yolo will feature special vegan menu items. Diners have the opportunity to visit restaurants and vote. Visit veganchefchallenge.org/yolo for details. 

Free

Creative Learning with Clay

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

THE ARTERY. Under Willett Elementary School teacher's Judy Catambay’s guidance, students discover their artistic voices as they turn clay into art. The lessons in clay spark their curiosity and deepen their understanding of the world. Their work—and Catambays—is on display.

Free
Ongoing

Erica Norelius: Natural Places & Urban Spaces

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Erica Norelius' new series of work offers an in-depth dive into the natural spaces of the Golden State, reaching from the coastal cities and desert areas, north towards Oregon. The quiet presence of man is often seen in small intrusions such as power lines and roads. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Call to Artists! Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

The Pence’s Slice exhibit, now in its 12th year, is open for submission by California artists working in any medium (except video or sound). This is an ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art.

$30 – $35

April Exhibit featuring the work of Brenyanna Harris-Hill

Davis Cemetery 820 Pole Line Road, Davis +1 more

GALLERY 1855. Brenyanna implements her educational background to teach children about mental health through practices like art therapy. She is passionate about creating art that celebrates beauty, strength, and resilience. She is inspired by the powerful women and the diverse stories of the women she meets. 8a—3p. Free

Free
Recurring

Friends of the Library Sale

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. The Friends of the Library book sale is the first weekend of each month. On Sunday, fill a bag for $10.

Barre & Bond

yolo barre 4625 Second St. #110, Davis

YOLO BARRE. Connect with your tween and raise money for Empower Yolo in this special class. Hang out & enjoy coffee and juice after. Register in advance. 9a—10:30a. $40

$40

Neighborhood Garage Sale

742 PLUM LANE. Ceramics, toys, kids clothes, art, barbies galore, and other misc. items, plus homemade baked goods! All proceeds go to Camp Okizu, helping families and children affected by childhood cancer. 10a—3p.

Party Brunch

Sudwerk Brewing Co. 2001 2nd St, Davis

SUDWERK BREWING CO. Sunday Party Brunch featuring rotating live DJs and bottomless mimosas. 11a—3p.

Free

Girls Day at Grindstone

Grindstone Wines 12700 County Road 89, Esparto

GRINDESTONE WINES.A day for wine, mimosas and your girls! Vendors: Linked by Elizabeth Permanent Jewelry, Cleverly Candles, Bloomed in Love Succulents, Biancckaa Bakes Desserts. Food truck Tipsy Cheese food truck & live music from Duo Sonics. 11a—4p. 

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Art in Action: Putah Creek Flora “Print or Paint”

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Learn about Putah Creek’s native plants and trees and why they are important to our local ecosystem! Use your observational skills to create watercolor illustrations of flowers, branches and pinecones and discover unique patterns of leaves and roots by making rubbings and prints. Art in Action engages kids in art projects that are fun, creative, and collaborative with their family members. This is a drop-in program for ages 5-12, with no pre-registration required. 1p—3p. $4 members/$8 non-members.

$4 – $8

Free Line Dance Class

Davis Community Church (DCC) 412 C Street, Davis

DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Enjoy a free line dancing class in the Fellowship Hall. 2p—3p. Free

Recurring

Sunday Funday

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

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Drop-in family enrichment programs every Sunday! 2p–5p. Free

Free
Recurring

Davis High School Jazz Choir Gilded Glamour Cabaret 2024

Emerson Junior High 2121 Calaveras Ave.

EMERSON JUNIOR HIGH. Cabaret is the Davis High School Jazz Choir’s premier benefit event with live song & dance, appetizers & desserts, hand-crafted mocktails, and a raffle.  Enjoy live song and dance performed by the Davis High School Jazz Choir under the musical direction of Natascha Bach, with choreography by Jeff Teague. 7p—9p. $20—45

$20 – $45
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Tours of the City of Davis Wetlands

City of Davis Wastewater Treatment Plant: 45400 County Rd 28H, Woodland, CA 95776.

CITY OF DAVIS WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT. First Sundays. In-person tours run rain or shine, except in the instances of flooding. Reservation required. Sept–Feb: 3p–5p. March–Aug 9a–11p. Free

Free
Recurring

Hand Built Ceramic Class

35301 COUNTY ROAD 31, DAVIS.

35301 COUNTY ROAD 31, DAVIS. We focus on hand-building techniques to create a wide range of functional and ornamental ceramics projects and offer all the necessary tools, materials,  and instruction. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Sun. 4p—6p; Mon. 6p—8p. $30

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Davis Odd Fellows Classic Film Fest

Davis Odd Fellows

ODD FELLOWS HALL. Films are recommended by Film Critic/Reviewer Derrick Bang and selected by the committee. The genre is "Movies which are much better than their remakes". Derrick will speak before each movie enlightening those attending on the plot, director, actors, and fun things to look for while watching. He’ll do a quick Q&A afterwards. 6:30p—9p. Free

Free
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