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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

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
Ongoing

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

Innovation in Art Competition

2106 Gallagher Hall 540 Alumni Lane, Davis

2106 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

Women’s Work

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE 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

Call to Artists – Night Market at the Pence

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Open call for artists ages 16-25 to join the Night Market pop-up! Art ranging from prints, paintings, ceramics, jewelry, & more. Free Application. $25/accepted artists.

Free

Seeking local Artist

Gallery 1855 820 Pole Line Rd, Davis

GALLERY 1885. This local gallery managed by the Davis Cemetery District invites local artists to display their work. For more information, or to request a spot on our calendar, please email Judy Fisher at judy@daviscemetery.org. Free

Free

Michael Sand, Alan Matteri, & Michael Mannella

Recital Hall, Ann E. Pitzer Center Hutchison Dr. & Cushing Way, Davis

PITZER CENTER. Sand, baroque violin; Matteri, trumpet; Mannella, trombone. Program: J.S. Bach, Solo Violin Sonata to be announced. 12:05p—1p. Free

Free
Recurring

Line Dancing Class

Davis Community Church (DCC) 412 C Street, Davis

DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Davis Line Dance is offering drop-in line dancing classes on Thursday afternoons in the Fell0wship Hall. First class is free! Minimal cost ($5) helps the church keep the lights on for us. 3p—4:30p. $5

Sparkling Mead Tasting for Big Day of Giving

Dunloe Brewing 1606 Olive Dr, Davis

DUNLOE BREWING. Enjoy a tasting of 5 varietal sparkling meads. Funds go to support the Davis Night Market and the Davis Bee Collective's Urban Swarm Capture project. 4p—8p. $10 Suggested Donation

Free

Worlds Encompassed: Premodern Making and Mingling

Peter J. Shields Library 100 NW Quad Davis

SHIELDS LIBRARY. Learn about the marvels of the premodern world through expert talks, graduate student posters, and a guided tour of the library’s exhibit of rare books and materials. 4:30p—7p. Free

Free

Author Talk: Lally Pia @ Avid Reader

The Avid Reader 617 2nd St.

THE AVID READER. Come celebrate the release of local author, Lally Pia's new exciting memoir "The Fortune Teller's Prophecy". 6p—7p. Free

Free
Recurring

No Brain Drain Trivia

1260 Lake Blvd, Ste 121, Davis, CA 95616 1260 Lake Blvd, Ste 121, davis

SUPER OWL BREWING. Hosted by Preacher. Trivia + Comedy + Game Show. 6:30–7:30p. Free

May Pairing Dinner

Grindstone Wines 12700 County Road 89, Esparto

GRINDSTONE WINES. As the sun sets, you'll be treated to a carefully curated menu paired with our estate-grown wines, expertly chosen to pair with each plate. With limited seats, it's a perfect opportunity to enjoy good company, great food, and outstanding wines among the vines. 6:30p—8:30p. $95

$95
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Davis Feminist Film Festival 2024

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

MANETTI SHREM MUSIEM. Screening sixteen short films that celebrate this year's theme: OUT/LIVE. A limited number of commemorative totes and audience prizes will be available! Register online. 6:30p—9:30p. Free

Free
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Poetry Night Reading Series

John Natsoulas Center for the Arts 521 1st St., Davis

JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. First & third Thursdays. Each reading contains two featured poets followed by an open mic. 7p. Free

Free

Davis Odd Fellows Thursday Live!

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

DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. Free, monthly concert series featuring Sonoma County Roots Rock band. Doors 7p. Show 7:30p—9p. Donations appreciated

Donation only
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