ONLINE VIA ZOOM. Based on the groundbreaking Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) program, this workbook helps you silence self-criticism, embrace your true worth, and cultivate a more fulfilling life. This six-week journey will provide guided meditations, practical exercises, and science-backed tools to help you break free from self-judgment and impossible standards. 6p—7:30p. $5
HOTEL WINTERS & GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Join us for a deeply rejuvenating 3-night retreat featuring yoga, wine, workshops, spa, and more. Learn more at www.thecatpose.studio. Oct. 16—19. $1,050—1,250
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Read to a therapy dog! For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the afternoon of the program, no prior registration. 3p–4:30p.
DAVIS SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTER. Learn a simple yet profound meditation practice that is grounded in the ancient Tibetan teachings of Shambhala. Each session will include talks, guided meditation instruction, small discussion groups, and a tea break. All levels of practice welcome. 8:30a—12:30p. $50—200
PENCE GALLERY. Join us for an Artist Talk with Robert Ortbal in conjunction with his current solo exhibition, Encounters. He will lead a dialogue about the work on display, sharing images and videos highlighting the evolution and development of his previous work. This event is free for Members & students, and $10 for Non-Members at the door. 3p—4:30p. $0—10
THE AVID READER. Come celebrate Halloween kids books by local authors! We will be joined by Nikki Shannon Smith, author of "Halloween Friends," Jed Alexander, author of "The Black Market," as well as Brandon and Calvin Tate, authors of "The Tale of the Halloween Witch." 1:30p—3p. Free
NASHOBA WINES. The Davis Bookworms is a brand new "silent" book club, in which everyone brings a book of their own choosing, reads for an hour, and then socializes for an hour. We meet every two weeks on Sunday at Nashoba Wines. 1:30p—4p. Free
RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. Davis Parent University presents a talk by Tovah P. Klein, PhD, a developmental psychologist, bestselling author, and speaker. Don't miss out: 30 audience members will be selected to receive a FREE copy of Raising Resilience! 7p—8:30p. Free
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. Join us for the I-House Book Club with groups in English and Spanish, featuring "Solito: A Memoir" by Javier Zamora. Facilitated by volunteers, this gathering offers an evening of meaningful connection, engaging discussion, and shared perspectives in great company. 6p—7:30p. $10
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Read to a therapy dog! For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the afternoon of the program, no prior registration. 3p–4:30p.
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Join the conversation! We gather monthly to increase awareness of death with a view toward helping people make the most of life. The gathering is a simple time of conversation - no agenda, just a relaxed place to speak about death. 10a—11:15a. Free
WALKER HALL, UC DAVIS. UC Davis Association of Environmental Professionals is welcoming members of the community that work in the environmental field to our event for a night of conversation, networking, and mingling with other professionals, students, and our speakers. 5:30p—7p. Free
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