Call for Artists! Pence Gallery Emerging Artist Award 2026
Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis
The Barn Gallery Call for Art: Contemporary Glass Art
The Barn Gallery 512 Gibson Road, Woodland
Week of Events
Bound in Time: Exploring Women’s Journeys through Scrapbooks and Photo Albums
UC DAVIS SHIELDS LIBRARY. This exhibit showcases the journeys of various women who traveled through or lived in California between 1901 and 1956. The exhibit recreates pieces of their journeys through the pages included in their scrapbooks and photo albums. The photographs and descriptions detail journeys full of friendship, family, and independent achievements. Free
Sahar Khoury: Weights & Measures
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
Call for Artists! Pence Gallery Emerging Artist Award 2026
PENCE GALLERY. The Emerging Artist Award 2026 is now open for applications via www.callforentry.org. This award of $4000 supports the creation of new work by emerging artists in California and the opportunity to share that work through an exhibit and an artist talk in January-February 2027 at the Pence. Apply by April 9. $35—40
Backstory: Digitizing the Museum Collection
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
Manuel Fernando Rios: When They Reminisce Over You
PENCE GALLERY. Manuel Fernando Rios is a painter, printmaker, and Professor of Art at Woodland Community College. In his exhibit, Rios shares his interest in themes that explore his Chicano heritage, as well as his family’s history and experiences. Blurring the line between naturalism and abstraction, the artist embraces the use of complex design patterns and photography to make a powerful statement. 11:30a—5p. Free
The Barn Gallery Call for Art: Contemporary Glass Art
THE BARN GALLERY, WOODLAND. The Barn Gallery’s Summer 2026 exhibition will feature contemporary work by artists that use glass as a material in their art work. Hot, warm, and cold glass media artists including, but not limited to, blown glass, cast glass, sculpted glass, stained glass, etched/engraved glass, fused glass, mosaics, cut glass, and neon are encouraged to apply. Learn more at yoloarts.org/call-for-art/. Free
The Paper Menagerie
THE PAINT CHIP. Amy McElwain is a collage mixed media artist living in Solano County. She has had creative outlets all of her life and turning the animals who share our planet into colorful, whimsical renderings is her current passion. Come visit her show, The Paper Menagerie, for the month of March. Free
On a Clear Day…New landscape paintings by Phil Gross
THE ARTERY. Phil Gross’ oil paintings of northern California from aerial and ground perspectives can best be described as idealistic realism. Through a rearrangement of the objects along with a deliberate balancing act of colors, his compositions invite you to take a deeper look at the places you already know. Free
Assorted Flavors: Pence Member Exhibit
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
Barbara Prodaniuk: Myths in Mud
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
Monday, March 9, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
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March 10, 2026 -Drawing Club
Drawing Club
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
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
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March 11, 2026 -Figure Drawing at the Pence
Figure Drawing at the Pence
PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. 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
Thursday, March 12, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, March 13, 2026
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March 13, 2026 -Healing Arts 6-Session Workshop
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March 13, 2026 -Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
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March 13, 2026 -Friday Family Open Studio
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Featured March 13, 2026 -Featured 2nd Friday ArtAbout
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March 13, 2026 -2nd Friday ArtAbout reception: Futaba Wood & Walker Mason
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March 13, 2026 -2nd Friday ArtAbout at the Pence Gallery
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March 13, 2026 -Art in Bloom
Healing Arts 6-Session Workshop
PENCE GALLERY. This 6-session workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Through the process of art making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Register at pencegallery.org. Fridays, Mar. 13—Apr. 17. 10a—11:45a. $25—35
Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
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
Friday Family Open Studio
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
2nd Friday ArtAbout
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
2nd Friday ArtAbout reception: Futaba Wood & Walker Mason
LOGOS BOOKS. Join for a reception for Futaba Wood (watercolor, acrylic) and Walker Mason (photography). In their show, the artists celebrate their individual perspectives while simultaneously highlighting their shared appreciation for the natural world and the intrinsic harmony of life. 5:30p—7:30p. Free
2nd Friday ArtAbout at the Pence Gallery
PENCE GALLERY. Enjoy browsing multiple art exhibits, complimentary wine by Matchbook Wines, and an art-themed scavenger hunt during our reception. Exhibits include Manuel Fernando Rios: When They Reminisce Over You, Assorted Flavors: Pence Member Exhibit, Barbara Prodaniuk: Myths in Mud, and Loraine Watson-Fox: Small Wonders. Also, view special floral arrangements within the exhibits by the Davis Flower Arrangers. 6p—9p. Free
Art in Bloom
PENCE GALLERY. Art in Bloom is the first collaboration with members of the Davis Flower Arrangers and the Pence Gallery, in which creative floral arrangements are paired with specific artworks on view at the Pence. Visitors are welcome to enjoy a variety of arrangements that include traditional and unusual materials, and a variety of beautiful containers. Fri. 6p—9p, Sat. & Sun. 11:30a—5p. Free
Saturday, March 14, 2026
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March 14, 2026 -The Weird, The Wonky, and The Whimsical! Sculptural Decoration and Saving Wobbly Pots
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March 14, 2026 -Art in Bloom
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March 14, 2026 -Residue of Ritual Opening Reception at The Barn Gallery
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March 14, 2026 -Paint Date
The Weird, The Wonky, and The Whimsical! Sculptural Decoration and Saving Wobbly Pots
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. In this 2-day workshop, come learn to make mugs you can't find anywhere else, and turn those pots that came out a little wobbly into works of art! In this wide-ranging survey workshop, students will learn various techniques for incorporating sculptural elements into functional ware to make truly unique work. 10a—12:30p. $85
Art in Bloom
PENCE GALLERY. Art in Bloom is the first collaboration with members of the Davis Flower Arrangers and the Pence Gallery, in which creative floral arrangements are paired with specific artworks on view at the Pence. Visitors are welcome to enjoy a variety of arrangements that include traditional and unusual materials, and a variety of beautiful containers. Fri. 6p—9p, Sat. & Sun. 11:30a—5p. Free
Residue of Ritual Opening Reception at The Barn Gallery
THE BARN GALLERY, WOODLAND. In Residue of Ritual, Tana Quincy Arcega and Michael Ryan curate a spectacle of objects and images culled from the endless deposits of residual materials resulting from our accelerated growth economy. Their visual commentary angles on the cultural mindset of mass production and waste as well as the vast array of ritualistic systems and customs that produce them. 3p—6p. Free
Paint Date
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Bring your partner, bestie, boo, platonic pal—or anyone who completes your dynamic duo—to this Paint Date! Follow the instructor’s step-by-step tutorial, but with a twist: you’ll swap canvases every 10 minutes to create two collaborative paintings together. 6p—7:30p. $65
Sunday, March 15, 2026
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March 15, 2026 -Davis Craft and Vintage Fair
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March 15, 2026 -Art in Bloom
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March 15, 2026 -New Harmony Jazz Band @ Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
Davis Craft and Vintage Fair
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
Art in Bloom
PENCE GALLERY. Art in Bloom is the first collaboration with members of the Davis Flower Arrangers and the Pence Gallery, in which creative floral arrangements are paired with specific artworks on view at the Pence. Visitors are welcome to enjoy a variety of arrangements that include traditional and unusual materials, and a variety of beautiful containers. Fri. 6p—9p, Sat. & Sun. 11:30a—5p. Free
New Harmony Jazz Band @ Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
CENTRAL PARK. Two free sets of Big Band, Swing, and Latin jazz standards! 2p—4p. Free