Week of Events
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.
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
Storytime @ Pioneer Park
Storytime @ Pioneer Park
Come for stories and songs every second and fourth Thursday @10:30a. For children ages 3–6. Weather permitting.
Dixon May Fair
Dixon May Fair
DIXON MAY FAIR. Features events including livestock auctions, sheep shearing competitions, crafts, carnival rides, pig racing, a petting zoo, 4-H, FFA exhibits & the annual parade. Parking $5. Thurs 4p–10p. Fri 12p–11p. Sat 11a–11p. Sun 12p–10p. $5–$15
Dixon May Fair
Dixon May Fair
DIXON MAY FAIR. Features events including livestock auctions, sheep shearing competitions, crafts, carnival rides, pig racing, a petting zoo, 4-H, FFA exhibits & the annual parade. Parking $5. Thurs 4p–10p. Fri 12p–11p. Sat 11a–11p. Sun 12p–10p. $5–$15
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.
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
UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden Clearance Plant Sale
UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden Clearance Plant Sale
ARBORETUM. Shop the one-acre nursery filled with thousands of attractive, low-water plants perfect for creating beautiful, sustainable environments with California natives. 9a—1p
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 SCI CTR. 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
Dixon May Fair
Dixon May Fair
DIXON MAY FAIR. Features events including livestock auctions, sheep shearing competitions, crafts, carnival rides, pig racing, a petting zoo, 4-H, FFA exhibits & the annual parade. Parking $5. Thurs 4p–10p. Fri 12p–11p. Sat 11a–11p. Sun 12p–10p. $5–$15
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
Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical Jr.
Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical Jr.
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. A gleefully witty ode to the the anarchy of childhood & the power of imagination! Recommended for all ages. 2p. $10
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 SCI CTR. 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
Dixon May Fair
Dixon May Fair
DIXON MAY FAIR. Features events including livestock auctions, sheep shearing competitions, crafts, carnival rides, pig racing, a petting zoo, 4-H, FFA exhibits & the annual parade. Parking $5. Thurs 4p–10p. Fri 12p–11p. Sat 11a–11p. Sun 12p–10p. $5–$15