Art Play
Art Play is a joyful invitation to creative play and sensory exploration. Instead of a rigid craft, we provide open-ended prompts—like squishy clay or vibrant paints—and let your child’s wonder […]
Art Play is a joyful invitation to creative play and sensory exploration. Instead of a rigid craft, we provide open-ended prompts—like squishy clay or vibrant paints—and let your child’s wonder […]
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Bring your partner, bestie, boo, platonic pal—or anyone who completes your dynamic duo—to this Paint Date: Galentine’s Day edition! For ages 21+, price is for a pair. 10a—11:30a. $65
CENTRAL PARK. Shop from friendly vendors with local handmade and original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food, and more. Free live music fills the open space for a lively atmosphere so be sure to stop by and join us! 10a—4p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. In this 6-week workshop, artist Misuk Goltz will guide students on how to create harmonious compositions, value studies of various subjects, and painterly watercolors using a limited palette. Participants should be familiar with the basics of drawing, watercolor painting, mixing colors, and gray scale. Tuesdays, Jan. 13—Feb. 17. 10a—12p. $195—215
DUNLOE BREWING. Every Tuesday, local creative people of all levels are invited to participate in the Drawing Club. Grab a cold drink and surround yourself with other people who want to draw. You can bring your own materials, or work from the variety of materials that we provide from the free art supply pantry. 5p—10p. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Looking to begin a new scrapbook or junk journal, or finish one you've already started? We have all the supplies you could ever imagine, including paper, stamps, shape cut-outs, coloring materials, paint, and more! Attendance required on both days of this 2-day workshop. For ages 13+. 5:30p—7:30p. $70
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. The Photography Club of Davis invites the public to a free program, “If you could see where I’ve been—2025 in review” in the Blanchard Room. Lewis Kemper, a widely recognized photographer, writer, and instructor, will share favorite images taken on his travels in 2025. 7:10p—8:45p. Free
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Davis Makerspace is a community workspace for makers and builders, designers and inventors. A small assortment of tools will be available for use and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. Mon. & Tues., 6p—8p; Thurs., 9:30a—11:30a, Fri. 3p—5p. Free
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. 5p—7p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Join Manuel Fernando Rios as he talks with fellow artist John Yoyogi Fortes about his formative years as an artist, his artistic process, and current work in his exhibit at the Pence. This event is free for students & Pence Members and $10 at the door for non-Members. 2p—3:30p. $0—10
THE ARTERY. Explore texture, color, and storytelling through mixed media in this workshop with Schorré Chevalier Oldham. No rules—just intuition, paper, and creativity! Hands-on, experimental, and artist-led. For ages 18+; all materials included. 1p—3p. $40
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. In this intimate, generative writing workshop, participants are invited to explore stories of origin, belonging, and in-between-ness through the lens of flash—short, powerful pieces that challenge and also cross the traditional divisions between prose and poetry, fiction and nonfiction. 2p—5p. $15—25