Mike Henderson: Before the Fire, 1965–1985
Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art at UC Davis 254 Old Davis Road, DavisWeek of Events
Encounters UFO Xperience: The Alien Museum & Club UFO
UNIVERSITY MALL. Family-fun, interactive space of UFO legends, alien artifacts & the paranormal. Incl game room, dance parties & hands-on exhibits. Wed–Sun.
Mike Henderson: Before the Fire, 1965–1985
JAN 30 THRU JUNE 25. MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. The UC Davis Professor Emeritus' first solo U.S. museum exhibition in 20 years brings to light the pioneering artist’s rarely seen contributions to the history of contemporary painting and filmmaking, radical Black politics & to the story of California art. Integrates paintings & films by Henderson that offer new ideas about Black life in the visual languages of protest, Afro-futurism & surrealism.
Banff Mountain Film Festival 2023
Banff Mountain Film Festival 2023
RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. The best mountain culture & adventure sports films. New films each night with raffles & prizes during intermission. 6:30–10:30p. $22
Mother Goose on the Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a. Free
Film Showing: Microplastic Madness
Film Showing: Microplastic Madness
VETERANS MEMORIAL THEATRE. Microplastic Madness is the story of 56 fifth graders from Brooklyn whose actions on plastic pollution morph into extraordinary leadership. Informational fair starts at 5:30; film starts at 6:30p. Free
Banff Mountain Film Festival 2023
Banff Mountain Film Festival 2023
RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. The best mountain culture & adventure sports films. New films each night with raffles & prizes during intermission. 6:30–10:30p. $22
Tales for Tails
Tales for Tails
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.
Make a Fermented Quilt with Crafting Community Ferment
Make a Fermented Quilt with Crafting Community Ferment
ODD FELLOWS HALL. The Hypha Collective invites you to help make a community-sourced fermented quilt. Join this series of crafting workshops to turn our fermented art into a quilt. 4–6p. Free
2nd Friday ArtAbout!
2nd Friday ArtAbout!
MULTIPLE VENUES. A monthly, self-guided art walk featuring installations & receptions at local galleries, art co-ops & businesses. Enjoy live music, a wine tasting & conversations with special artists. 5p–9p. Free
Picnic Day Pancake Breakfast
Picnic Day Pancake Breakfast
ODD FELLOWS LODGE. All are welcome to come downtown for a hearty breakfast before & during the parade. 8a–10a.
Lavender Farm Tours, Capay Valley
Lavender Farm Tours, Capay Valley
CAPAY VALLEY LAVENDER FARM. One mile tour exploring lavender varieties, planting, harvesting & drying. Enjoy freshly baked lavender scones. Free for children under 8. 10a–11a. $10
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT MUSEUM. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
Kids D&D
Kids D&D
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly D&D adventure for ages 9–15. Every Saturday. Purchase tickets in advance. 12p–2p. $10
En Las Sombras (In the Shadows)
En Las Sombras (In the Shadows)
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. A staged reading of Latine playwright Jordan Ramirez Puckett's play, En Las Sombras, directed by Nicole C. Limón. Performed in English with ASL interpretation and is appropriate for audiences ages ten and up. 1p–3p. Free
LEGO Block Party
LEGO Block Party
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Caregivers encouraged to join. No reservation needed. Not recommended for children under 3. 2p–4p. Free
LEGO Block Party
LEGO Block Party
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Hours of creation, design & play with LEGO Bricks! Parental supervision encouraged. Not recommended for children under 3. 2p–4p. Free
Family D&D
Family D&D
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly group where parents & kids can play other families for fun D&D one-shots & mini-campaigns. One ticket covers a parent & child. 3p–6p. $20
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT MUSEUM. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
CENTRAL PARK. Local, handmade & original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food & more! Free live music. 10a–4p.