Week of Events
Monday, February 16, 2026
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February 16, 2026 -Author Reading
Author Reading
G STREET WUNDERBAR. Come celebrate the release of two new books by Davis author, Fallon O'Neill. Enjoy Fallon's dynamic readings from these new releases and hear a bit of his thought process. This is a multimedia event where all of Fallon's works will be for sale after the Q&A session. 3p—4p. Free
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
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Thursday, February 19, 2026
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Friday, February 20, 2026
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February 20, 2026 -Tales for Tails
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February 20, 2026 -Author Talk: Carolina Ixta
Tales for Tails
MARY L. STEPHENS 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. Free
Author Talk: Carolina Ixta
THE AVID READER BOOKSTORE. Join us for an evening with author and educator Carolina Ixta as we hear about her sophomore novel, "Few Blue Skies." 6:30p—7:30p. Free
Saturday, February 21, 2026
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February 21, 2026 -Artist Talk with Manuel Fernando Rios
Artist Talk with Manuel Fernando Rios
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
Sunday, February 22, 2026
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February 22, 2026 -Mothers, Babies, and Beyond: A Maternal Wellness Event
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February 22, 2026 -Writing Flash: Narratives of Origin
Mothers, Babies, and Beyond: A Maternal Wellness Event
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY, BLANCHARD ROOM. Hear from experts, receive a new-mother care package, connect with other mothers in the community, take part in a free raffle for gift cards and other items, and more. 11a—2p. Free
Writing Flash: Narratives of Origin
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