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
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
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
PENCE GALLERY. Linda Clark Johnson is a Sacramento artist who primarily works with cyanotype, an early photographic process that uses UV light to create luminous blue images without a camera or negative. She prints in her backyard, capturing botanical impressions and their shadows on watercolor paper or fabric. She then uses natural toners, collage, watercolor, and colored pencil to add layers of depth and detail to her work. 11:30a—5p. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Make a lavender eye pillow and more for a special someone in your life. Children 7 and older welcome with adult supervision. This will be a beginning machine sewing opportunity. 10a—12p. Free
THE HIVE TASTING ROOM AND KITCHEN, WOODLAND. Explore aromatic blossoms and branches to build a not-so-typical bouquet, using plants exclusively from The HIVE’s Pollinator Habitat. Glass honey jar (vase), plants, Hibiscus & Honey iced tea and guidance are provided. 11a—12:30p. $40
PENCE GALLERY. Stroll through five gardens throughout Davis on the Pence's annual Garden Tour! Savor the beauty of spring, learn about gardening from Yolo County Master Gardeners, and watch local artists paint in the gardens. 12p—5p. $30—40
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