THE BARN STUDIO, WOODLAND. Over four weeks, we’ll explore memory, meaning, and voice through creative in-class exercises, readings, discussion, and homework. Each class will focus on creating a community of writers, as well as generating new material and developing confidence on the page so you can begin to shape your stories. Suitable for both beginners & more experienced writers. On Tuesdays, Sep. 2—23. 6p—8p. $350

DIXON LIBRARY. Meet your local Dixon Unified School District (DUSD) Superintendent Brett Barley. Registration recommended, but not required to attend. 4p—5p. Free

PIONEER PARK. Every 2nd & 4th Thursday for a morning of stories & songs. For ages 3-6. Weather permitting. 10a. Free

THE AVID READER. Bestselling and award-winning author Mason Deaver’s adult romance debut follows a journalist in a dead-end job who agrees to teach his disastrous blind date how to be a better boyfriend. Readers will delight in this sweet and steamy queer romance with trans representation! 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

PATIO29, WINTERS. Join for an exclusive "Don't Call Me Jupiter" event, featuring a book reading and signing by Tom Bross. Enjoy a signature martini, "The Jupiter," specially developed for the evening. 4p—5p. Free