BARN STUDIO. Bring your under 5 little ones to explore their artistic side and get messy at the Barn Studio! Every Wednesday, arts activity stations will be available for you and your mini to discover together that encourage materials exploration and develop motor skills. Advance registration encouraged. 10a—11:30a & 12:30p—2p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. If you have never drawn from a live model before and would like to join us, you are very welcome! People of all skill levels, ages 18 and up, are welcome and encouraged to join. Register online at pencegallery.org. 6:30p—9p. $15—22
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Looking for a space where you, your family, and even friends can have fun with art and creativity? Drop in at our Art Explorers: Family Open Studio! Explore an array of art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. (An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult.) 5p—7p. Free
DOWNTOWN DAVIS. Visit 10+ participating venues along the artwalk! Check out art receptions, pop-ups, open studios, live music, and more in Downtown Davis & beyond. This is a great free event to enjoy with friends and family each month. 5p—9p. Free
THE PAINT CHIP. Enjoy a reception for Perfect Blue, an art exhibition by local artists Esmeralda Oseguera and Jacob Llaurador Brody. Moody, melancholic pigment spreads across this collection of oil paintings, charcoal works, film and cyanotype prints. 6p—8:30p. Free
SUPER OWL BREWING. Join for an artist reception for Jessie Wright, an emerging artist and naturalist from Northern California, whose work explores the captivating idea of translating bird songs into visual art. "Zig Zag Zing" showcases the musicality of these sounds through an array of dynamic brushstrokes, representing the rich melodies frequently heard in Davis and the surrounding areas. 6p—8:30p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Don't miss the opening reception of Art Auction 2025! This spectacular display of art at the Pence features work by 100+ local & regional artists. Participate in silent auction bidding online at bit.ly/penceartauction from Sept. 6-27. On 2nd Friday, enjoy complimentary wine by Turkovich Family Wines and participate in an art-themed scavenger hunt for the chance to win a prize. 6p—9p. Free
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s brilliant take of the 1950 movie, that is both haunting and desperately sad Hollywood, 1949. Forgotten silent film-era star Norma Desmond longs to return to the silver screen. Holed away in her decaying mansion on Sunset Boulevard, Desmond lures handsome, struggling screenwriter Joe Gillis into her orbit, seeking someone to pen a movie that will fulfill her fantasy of a big-screen comeback. Recommended for ages 13 & up. Fri. & Sat. 7:30p—10:30p; Sun. 2p—5p. $20—22
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Drop in for an afternoon of art making inspired by this fall’s exhibitions. Each month, we offer a different activity that explores ideas, materials, and processes connected to works of art on view. All ages and skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provided. 1p—4p. Free
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s brilliant take of the 1950 movie, that is both haunting and desperately sad Hollywood, 1949. Forgotten silent film-era star Norma Desmond longs to return to the silver screen. Holed away in her decaying mansion on Sunset Boulevard, Desmond lures handsome, struggling screenwriter Joe Gillis into her orbit, seeking someone to pen a movie that will fulfill her fantasy of a big-screen comeback. Recommended for ages 13 & up. Fri. & Sat. 7:30p—10:30p; Sun. 2p—5p. $20—22
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Come and indulge your inner artist with our olive tree painting class while sipping on a glass of wine! Ticket includes all paints, canvas, and your first glass of wine. 1p—3p. $60
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Drop in for an afternoon of art making inspired by this fall’s exhibitions. Each month, we offer a different activity that explores ideas, materials, and processes connected to works of art on view. All ages and skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provided. 1p—4p. Free
