MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. The Oakland-based artist is inspired by familial and global histories, food, music, and mourning. The exhibition features a reconfigured clock tower sculpture that alludes to market structures in the Eastern Mediterranean Levant region, and new works in ceramic and bronze that speak to familial and cultural ties across time. Free
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. This exhibition is a working digitization laboratory and open storage featuring hundreds of works from the Fine Arts Collection, developed and presented in conjunction with UC Davis students in the Fall 2025 Exhibition Practicum course led by Assistant Professor Alexandra Sofroniew. Free
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PENCE GALLERY. Assorted Flavors celebrates the creativity of our organization’s Members to participate in a non-juried exhibit of art. The Pence opens up its second annual exhibit for Members of the Gallery, in order to celebrate the talent of our supporters. 11:30a—5p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Barbara Prodaniuk is a ceramic artist whose work is inspired by the forest, meadows, and waterways surrounding the Truckee area. She explores the stories carried by the creatures and artifacts found in these environments through layered surfaces, organic textures, and sculpted imagery. 11:30a—5p. Free
GALLERY 625, WOODLAND. Featuring 21 Northern California artists and over 50 artworks, Color / Texture / Pattern highlights a wide range of perspectives, styles, and subject matter. Hosted by YoloArts in partnership with the Woodland Camera Forum, this photography exhibition aligns with Photography Month Sacramento 2026, in April. Thru April 23. Free
PENCE GALLERY. The Pence’s Slice exhibit, now in its 14th year, is open for submission by California artists through www.callforentry.org. This is an ‘open theme’ exhibit, which showcases art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Apply by May 12! $35—40
THE ARTERY. "The Artery Menagerie" is a unique exhibit that celebrates the art of ceramics, hosted in conjunction with the CCACA. Twenty Northern California artists explore the animal form as subject, symbol, and storyteller—whether real or imagined, domestic or wild. Free
PENCE GALLERY. This exhibit features the work of ceramic artists Karyn Gabriel, Mark Goudy, Kris Marubayashi, Liza Riddle, and Laura Van Duren. Together, these artists create striking geometric and biomorphic forms that underline their pursuit of simple forms inspired by nature. Free
THE PAINT CHIP. Seeing The Same Thing Differently is a collaborative exhibition by husband and wife David Kalb & Nancy Gelbard, exploring how two artists respond to the same moments in distinct yet connected ways. In addition to their shared artistic experience, each artist is also exhibiting individual pieces of their work. 6p—8:30p. Free
CENTRAL PARK. Cool Davis is hosting a Heat Pump Demo at the Davis Farmers Market with Electrify My Home. Stop by and check out an actual heat pump. Get your questions answered on heat pump sizing (why do a load calc), system types (why inverters), panels (do I need to upgrade, what options are available), and more! 8a—1p. Free
PBS KVIE, SACRAMENTO. Be My Neighbor Day is a free family event that builds on the values and themes presented in Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood and focuses on early learning and the importance of being a caring neighbor. Attendees can enjoy Daniel Tiger-themed crafts, write thank-you letters to community helpers, get up close with first responder vehicles, and meet Daniel Tiger. Registration is required. 10a—2p. Free
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY, BLANCHARD ROOM. Take a shot at giving new life to your broken items. Tools and volunteers will be on hand to help. 11a—1p. Free
THE HIVE TASTING ROOM AND KITCHEN, WOODLAND. A free family-friendly day discovering nature and celebrating pollinators! Enjoy engaging workshops and activities from local beekeepers, entomologists, farmers, conservationists, and horticulturalists. 11a—5p. Free
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. This guided natural wine tasting is a deep dive into wines made from organically grown grapes, crafted with minimal intervention and maximum personality—where the vineyard, vintage, and nature itself take center stage. Tickets required. 12p—5p. $20
G STREET PLAZA, DAVIS. This annual event celebrates the life of Davis Police Officer Natalie Corona and raises awareness for the Officer Natalie Corona Odd Fellows Memorial Scholarship, awarded annually to graduating high school seniors. There will be live music, food vendors, and beverages. 12p—5p. Free
SUDWERK BREWING CO. A fundraising evening of beer tasting and banter with the ‘Pope of Foam’, UCD Emeritus Professor of Malting and Brewing Sciences, Charlie Bamforth. Ticket includes tasting a range of beers and a talk. 100% of proceeds go to the Yolo Interfaith Immigration Network. 5:30p—7p. $50
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. Part of the I-House World Tour: Roots & Routes series, Raíces en Movimiento is a multidisciplinary performance that weaves together dance, storytelling, poetry, and historical reflection to honor the sacrifices and resilience of Latin American migration. 6p—8p. $10—25
EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF ST. MARTIN. Featuring Felix Mendelssohn Trio No. I in D minor for Violin, Cello, and Piano; Sarn Oliver String Quartet "Protest" (World Premiere!), and more. 7:30p—9:30p. $35 general, age 22 and under are free
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