PENCE GALLERY. Open for submission 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. Applicants may submit at callforentry.org by May 16th, 9 PM PST. $30-35
THE ARTERY. The Artery presents “The Artery Menagerie” in conjunction with CCACA, the ceramic sculpture conference at the Natsoulas Gallery. The invitational exhibit of animal sculptures features twenty eight Northern California ceramic artists. Many of these artists competed in our previous California Clay Competition. Wesley Wright, a speaker at the CCACA, is also represented in the show. Free.
MANETTI SHREM. Start with dedicated art lovers and philanthropists Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem. Add 15 works from their collection by world-renowned artists — including Salvador Dalí, Vassily Kandinsky, Joan Miró and Francis Bacon. Top off with 30 UC Davis undergraduate and graduate students studying studio art, art history and design. Free
MANETTI SHREM. This exhibition brings together painting, photography, sculpture and video by some of the most prominent artists working today, as well as rising new voices. Spanning 45 years of art making, Through Their Eyes spotlights the world as experienced by 30 fiercely original and groundbreaking women artists – and is the first presentation of the renowned collection in the United States.
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Ruby Neri: Taking the Deep Dive is the first solo museum exhibition of the artist’s work. An established voice in contemporary ceramics, Neri sculpts brightly colored personal motifs and uninhibited female nudes, playing with familiar forms and monumental scale to challenge our expectations. 10a—4p. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Wood shop and art workshops taught by Viking Workshop, a family owned business that specializes in all types of art. 1:30p—4:30p. $600
DAVIS FOREST SCHOOL. Davis Forest School is a non-profit outdoor education and nature play organization. Our programs are all outdoors in nature, rain or shine, year round! Registration for our […]
PENCE GALLERY. Frankie Hansbearry and Marsha Elam are Sacramento-based artists whose ceramics explore whimsical and imaginative themes. In their figurative works, reality flies out the window to reveal anthropomorphic characters, interesting faces, and tales with a twist that hold up a mirror to human nature. 11:30a—5p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Apply now to sell your work at the Pence's Night Market on June 13! This pop-up market during the 2nd Friday ArtAbout invites young visual artists, ages 16-25, to display and sell their artwork inside the gallery, ranging from prints and paintings, to ceramics and jewelry, and more. Artists can apply at bit.ly/pencenightmarket. Deadline is May 23. Free to apply
THIRD SPACE DAVIS. (dis)continuity explores the artists’ relationship to their mixed Mexican and American roots and how they influence how the artists move through the world today. When two cultures collide, there are some things we hold on to, some things we lose, and some things we choose to change. For Elyse and Ro, what we hold on to often shows up in the food we cook, the values we uphold, the labor we perform, and the art that inspires us. The loss may sometimes happen through how our history is taught so narrowly to us in schools, by centuries of systems that forcibly suppressed cultural expression, or just by time passing and things changing. But we are also confronted with the opportunity to change, to choose how we move forward as individuals who are part of a broader cultural exchange. In this show, the artists reflect on their personal journeys of understanding their roots and how they navigate the present. 4p - 8p.
PENCE GALLERY. Artists for millennia have reflected upon nature as the inspiration & subject of their work. Our affiliation with animals, plants, & the wild spaces of our world is defined as ‘biophilia,’ or love for living things. Twentieth-century naturalist E.O. Wilson offered the theory that humans are ‘hard-wired’ to build a complex relationship with the natural world in his book Biophilia (1984). In our 21st century world, the question is how do we build relationships with a natural world that is under threat from climate change, habitat destruction, and other forces?
BEAR VALLEY Y CAMP, NEVADA CITY. Sign up our first-ever 4-day, 3-night Family Camp from August 14—17! Join us for a nurturing and nourishing retreat created for both children and adults to slow down, reconnect, and immerse ourselves in the beauty of nature together. Children 2 and under are free. $250—400
ARBORETUM TEACHING NURSERY. Find an incredible selection of water-wise, pollinator-friendly, & climate-ready plants including Arboretum All-Stars & California natives. Whether you're looking to refresh your garden or start a new landscaping project, this is the perfect opportunity to shop our amazing inventory & engage with knowledgeable staff and volunteers ready to provide expert advice. Funds from these plant sales and membership fees support the UC Davis Arboretum & Public Garden's environmental leadership programs, the growth of our gardens & collections & the wide variety of free, educational events we offer the public. 9a - 1p.
YOLO BYPASS WILDLIFE AREA HEADQUARTERS. California Duck Days 2025 is Yolo Basin Foundation’s largest family-oriented, community based outdoor festival of the year. Join in on the fun on Saturday, April 26 by participating in our various interactive activities which include wetland themed arts and crafts, live animals, live music, & much more! Click the link above to learn more. We cannot wait to see you there! 9a - 4p. $25 a car.
YOLO BYPASS WILDLIFE AREA HEADQUARTERS. California Duck Days 2025 is Yolo Basin Foundation’s largest family-oriented, community based outdoor festival of the year. Join in on the fun on Saturday, April 26 by participating in our various interactive activities which include wetland themed arts and crafts, live animals, live music, & much more! Click the link above to learn more. We cannot wait to see you there! 9a - 4p. $25 a car.
MARY L. STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. The Repair Cafe encourages the repair and reuse of goods. Bring your broken electronics, furniture, and small appliances. Davis yololab volunteers will assist with the repair process. 10a -1p. Free.
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. A whimsical tour of local Davis landmarks is captured in Pauline Jackson’s delightful quilted paintings. Her art will be on display at the Davis Arts Center from April 26 through May 3, 2025 culminating in a reception with the artist on May 3 at the DAC from 3-6 PM. 10a - 6p. Free.
BIKE GARAGE, DAVIS. Come visit Davis's friendly hub of bike information, education, inspiration, and support for the cycling lifestyle. Join us at our new location and learn how we are helping people bike more and drive less. Free Davis Bike Maps and helmet fittings available! 1p—4p. Free
MARY L. STEPHEN DAVIS LIBRARY BRANCH. Please bring a needed donation item. There will be information demos, kids crafts, kitten name suggestions, kitten adoptions & possible sneak peaks. Donations needed include: Kitten milk replacement, small nursing bottles, kitten food, SnuggleSafe heating pads, non-clumping litter, small litter pans, cat nail clippers, bottles-petag nursing kits, the miracle nipples, fleece blankets, baby shampoo. 2p - 4p.
