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
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
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 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
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
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
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
THE AVID READER. Join us for an evening with Sven-Erik Rose, Professor of German and Comparative Literature, to hear about his new book, "The Making and Unmaking of Literature in the Warsaw, Lodz and Vilna Ghettos." 6:30p—7:30p. Free
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
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
Keep Local Stories Alive
The Dirt is a free, independent publication powered by readers like you. Your support helps us spotlight local artists, events, and community voices across Davis and Yolo County.
