Alicia Eggert: This Present Moment, 2019–2022
MANETTI SHREMTHRU 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
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Pyro Futures
MANETTI SHREMJAN 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, DavisUCD 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 SHREMJAN 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, DavisTHE 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., DavisPENCE 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., DavisThe 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 moreGALLERY 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
Innovation in Art Competition
2106 Gallagher Hall 540 Alumni Lane, Davis2106 GALLAGHER HALL. Calling all creatives: We’ve renovated our office and are looking for art that reflects our values and challenges us to think broadly about the work we do at the Mike and Renee Child Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. The competition's theme is "What does innovation look like to you?" Submission link on calendar.
Free
Tai Chi Classes
Woodland Senior Center 2001 East St, WoodlandTai chi classes taught by Tina Duan, a former member of the Chinese National Gymnastics team, held at the Woodland Senior Center on Mondays and Fridays. All levels welcome! See website for more details.
37th California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts
NATSOULAS GALLERY. Demonstrations, lectures, shows—no other event delivers more inspired knowledge of ceramic sculpture for a better price. Meet face-to-face with distinguished ceramic sculptors you might only read about; see and hear from the artists what makes them top in their field. 9a—5p. $185—200
$185 – $200
Women’s Work
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisPENCE GALLERY. Women artists have long used humor and satire to critique the unequal treatment of women, in areas from reproductive rights to their depiction in the media. Women’s Work is a sampling of contemporary sculpture and paintings by thirteen artists who redefine gender and femininity through their art. Free
Free
Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
Wyatt Deck UC Davis ArboretumWYATT 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
Muusic at Noon!
Unitarian Universalist Church of Davis 27074 Patwin Rd, DavisUNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF DAVIS. Maquette Kuper, flute, and LuAnn Higgs, piano, perform works of Bartok, Heggie, and traditional Chinese folk songs. Ms. Kuper performs as principal flute with the Auburn Symphony, is a graduate of the New England Conservatory of Music, and studied in Paris on a Fulbright fellowship. 12p—1p. Free
Free
2nd Friday ArtAbout reception: Elly Gould
Logos Books 513 2nd Street, DavisLOGOS BOOKS. Elly Gould paints only pure transparent watercolor using the white of the paper, no white paint. Meet the artist and view her work in Feathers and Fur. 6p—8p. Free
Free
Folk Music Folks
Logos Books 513 2nd Street, DavisLOGOS BOOKS. Playing folk music tunes from around the world outside Logos Books during ArtAbout. 6p—8p. Free
Free
Meet the Artist: Cate Dayan
Super Owl Brewing (Super Owl) 1260 Lake Blvd., Suite 121SUPER OWL BREWING. Dayan's new collection, Signs of Home, will be on display at Super Owl Brewing through May. Cate will be at the brewery on Friday, 4/12, for a Meet the Artist event. 6p—8p. Free
Free
2nd Friday ArtAbout
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisPENCE GALLERY. Featuring three art exhibits. Enjoy some wine while browsing the exhibits and gift store. 6p—9p. Free
Free
Jorge Alabê & Friends
Recital Hall, Ann E. Pitzer Center Hutchison Dr. & Cushing Way, DavisPITZER CENTER. Brazilian percussionist Jorge Alabê brings the rich musical culture of Brazil to the U.S. as a performing artist and master teacher. 7p—8:30p. $12—24
$24
Jorge Alabê and Friends
PITZER CENTER. Experience the exciting Afro-Brazilian musical traditions, with master drummer and candomblé player Jorge Alabê. Friends of Alabê’s and the UC Davis Samba School will join together under his direction for this concert. 7p—9p. $24+
Sideline Bluegrass Band
Sudwerk Brewing Co. 2001 2nd St, DavisSUDWERK BREWING CO. Kenwood Hearing Centers and Sudwerk Brewing Co. present award winning bluegrass band Sideline. This show will be at our outdoors stage at The Dock, with presale tickets available via Eventbrite. 7p—9p. $10—15
$10
HellaCapella
Mondavi Center (Mondavi) UC Davis CampusMONDAVI CENTER. Presented by UC Davis’ premier all-female-identifying, award-winning a cappella group, The Spokes, HellaCappella is an exciting collaboration between a cappella groups of all shapes, sizes, and sounds. 7:30p—9:30p. $38+
$38
