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
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
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
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Deeply access your intuition and journey to a vision of what is possible for you. Connect authentically with others in a playful, soulful way, and leave with steps you can take towards manifesting a powerful five-year Vision Map. 10a—1p. Free
CAPAY VALLEY, MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. The Rustic Ramble is a self-guided farm and garden tour of 20+ locations designed to connect visitors with the land, the farmers, and the beauty that define the Capay Valley. Proceeds from the event support Capay Valley Vision and Capay Valley Grown, helping sustain local agriculture, community programs, and future agritourism events in the Capay Valley. 10a—4p. $30—70
MONDAVI CENTER, JACKSON HALL. Rooted in tradition and alive with momentum, Al-Juthoor (“Roots”) and Aswat Ensemble unite for a powerful evening of Dabke, music, and storytelling. Grounded footwork, driving rhythms, and rich vocals move in constant conversation, transforming the stage into a space of unity and expression. 2p—4p. $10—39.50
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. Sing songs from around the world—from favorites from your home country to global hits and timeless classics. No karaoke experience required! Everyone is welcome! 5:30p—8:30p. $10—20
MELON BALL. Monthly open mic; play your favorite song, tell a joke, act out a scene from a play. Performances should be suitable for all ages. Sign ups begin at 5:30p, first act goes on at 6p. 6p—8p. Free
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