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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

Spring into Glass

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

THE ARTERY. “Spring into Glass” celebrates the rich tapestry of glass craftsmanship created by the northern California glass community. You will see sculpture, blown glass, fused glass, stained glass, lampworking, jewelry making, cast glass. The artists include current Artery members, former members, and esteemed guest artists.

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
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.

Renewal: Paintings by Inga Poslitur

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Inga Poslitur’s new series of oil paintings capture flowering plants in natural environments, as well as in lovely arrangements of bouquets in domestic settings. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free
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Free Class Day

yolo barre 4625 Second St. #110, Davis

YOLO BARRE.  Free classes all day to celebrate Yolo Barre's 5 year anniversary! Free raffle ticket to win awesome prizes just for showing up—free hair braiding and massages after every class! 7:30a—2p. Free

Free
Recurring

Davis Farmers Market

Central Park 5th and B Streets, Davis

CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.

Recurring

Parkside Bar Themed Party

Parkside Bar 330 G St.

PARKSIDE BAR. Every Saturday, come to Parkside for a different themed party. Featuring Sacramento's best DJs playing Top 40 Hits & bar anthems. 10p–1:30a. $?

Recurring

Very Beginning Ballet (Adults)

Village Homes Community Ctr. (Village Homes) 2661 Portage Bay East

VILLAGE HOMES. Learn ballet basics with instructors from Applegate Dance! Perfect for adults & teens new to ballet. 10a–11a. $15

$15
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West Sacramento Gardening Q&A Desk

Lowes, West Sacramento

LOWES, West Sac. The UCCE  Yolo County Master Gardeners Questions & Answers Desk is open at Lowes on the first & third Saturdays of the month. Led by Master Gardener Janet Branaman and open to the public. 10a—12p. Free

Free

Garden Tour & Tea Fundraiser – Stories on Stage Davis

Davis, CA

PRIVATE LOCATION. The tour of an English country garden in Davis will be led by esteemed gardeners Jim Salyard (Director of Filoli) and Joe Rothleutner (Director of San Francisco Gardens), and along the tour you can see arrangements by the Davis Flower Arrangers. An English tea will follow, plus a reading and a raffle of local donations. 10a—1p. $50

$50

Science Expo at the Explorit Science Center

Explorit Science Center (Explorit) 3141 5th St.

EXPLORIT SCIENCE CENTER. Featuring hands-on activities by the UCD Chemistry Club, local high school Robotics clubs, the Bohart Entomology Museum, Citrus Circuit, MOSAIC Children's Museum, NorCal Bats, Tuleyome and more. 10a—2p. Free

Free
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Caregiver Retreat

YoloCares Adult Day Program 1909 Galileo Place, Davis

YOLOCARES ADULT DAY PROGRAM. Join us for a day of connection, nourishment, wander, and wonder; a space of gentle self-care, reflection, and play. A nutritious lunch, snacks, and beverages will be provided. In-home respite care for your loved one is available with 1 week notice. Register in advance. 10a—2p. Free

Free
Recurring

Gentle Barre Exercise Class

Village Homes Community Ctr. (Village Homes) 2661 Portage Bay East

VILLAGE HOMES. A slower-paced fitness class to gently strengthen, align & mobilize your body. All levels welcome! Bare feet or non slip socks are recommended. 11a. $15

$15

Art in Action: Pressed Flower Fun

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. This is a drop-in program for ages 5-12, with no pre-registration required. Projects are designed to introduce kids to making their own artwork by experimenting with creative ideas and materials. Our resident art teacher will introduce you to the wealth of possibilities in our upstairs classroom. 1p—3p. $4-8

$4 – $8
Recurring

Pamela Trokanski Dance Workshop Annual Student Concert

Richard Brunelle Performance Hall 315 W 14th Street, Davis

BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. The dancers at the Pamela Trokanski Dance Workshop will be showcasing their dancing skills at the 2024 Annual Student Concert. 2p—3:30p, 7p—8:30p. $12—15

$12 – $65
Recurring

Reading Buddies

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

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Come practice with a reading buddy! UCD students Lela & Vanessa are available Mon & Sat afternoons to help improve reading skills. Ages 5-12. Free

Sacred Harp Community Sing

Friends Meetinghouse, 345 L St, Davis 345 L St, Davis

DAVIS FRIENDS MEETINGHOUSE. Sacred Harp, aka "Shapenote" singing. Acapella, 3 and 4-part. Beginners (or just listeners) welcome. 2p—4p. Free

Free
Recurring

Madagascar: A Musical Adventure, Jr.

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

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Alex the lion is the king of the urban jungle, the main attraction at New York's Central Park Zoo. He and his best friends—Marty the zebra, Melman the giraffe and Gloria the hippo—have spent their whole lives in blissful captivity before an admiring public and with regular meals provided for them. Not content to leave well enough alone, Marty lets his curiosity get the better of him and makes his escape  to explore the world. Fri: 7p, Sat & Sun: 2p. $20

$10

Co-op Block Party & Annual Meeting

Davis Food Co-op 620 G St, Davis

DAVIS FOOD CO-OP. Join us for our annual festivities including live music, local food trucks, beer & wine, vendors, petting zoo, activities, & more. VIP section for Owners / Members includes Free Beer & Wine, Free Snacks & Giveaways. 5p—7p. Free

Free

Live Latin Music

Great Bear Vineyards 24800 Co Rd 101A, Davis

GREAT BEAR VINEYARD. We are pleased to welcome Raíces back to Great Bear Vineyards! The band will be playing Andean music, huaynos, boleros, cumbias, & more! Raíces is an all-women Latin band that will be playing one straight hour of cumbias, so get your dancing shoes ready!

$20
Recurring

No Instruments Attached

Khaira Lecture Hall Old Hutchinson Dr, Davis

KHAIRA LECTURE HALL. Featuring UCD's oldest acapella group, The Lounge Lizard, plus groups from Ca. schools such as: UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Santa Cruz, Santa Clara University, & Diablo Valley College.  6p—8:30p. $8—13

$8 – $13

DLMC Presents Wolf Jett and Sam Chase & The Untraditional

Sudwerk Brewing Co. 2001 2nd St, Davis

SUDWERK BREWING CO. Davis Live Music Collective presents Wolf Jett and The Sam Chase and The Untraditional! This show will be at the Dock, with presale tickets available via Eventbrite. 6p—9p. $20

$20

Cla(i)re Squared Show

Secret Spot 117 D Street, Davis

SECRET SPOT. Sit back & indulge in a live performance by two exceptionally skilled musicians from our local scene. 6p-9p. $15

Free
Recurring

Into The Woods

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

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. An ambivalent Cinderella? A blood-thirsty Little Red Riding hood? A Prince Charming with a roving eye? They're all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim's fractured fairy tale centered around a childless baker and his wife whose only wish is to lift the family curse and live happily ever after.  Thus, what begins as a lively irreverent fantasy becomes a moving lesson about community responsibility and the stories we tell our children. Fri & Sat, 7:30p; Sun 2p. $20

$20
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