Our free Healing Arts program begins on Sept. 30. This 6-session workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Through the process of art-making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space in the Pence Learning […]
In this 6-session workshop, watercolor artist Misuk Goltz will guide you in discovering how to capture the attitude, mood, and gestures of a person in an environment. Participants will explore how to structure design aesthetics, composition, shape, value, and color in relation to the figure and the surroundings. No portrait painting experience is necessary, but […]
Steve Briscoe’s exhibit, Worthy Mysteries, includes a stunning selection of found object sculpture, paintings, and installations that invite both contemplation and joyful delight. Using second-hand objects such as old signs, stencils, and chairs, he builds structures that seem precariously connected. His series of hand-made tools of unknown function seems to hint at our universal ability […]
Interwoven is an exhibit by a group of artists who have been meeting for several years to pursue shared questions of making art in our time. Members originate from places as distant as India and Germany, and as near as Davis. Educated in many aspects of art and design, the group shares a deep curiosity […]
JUNE & SIMPLE invites all young artists and makers to show and sell their work at the store this November. Join us for this community event, and support talented kids from Davis.
On an annual basis, the Davis Cemetery District holds a Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration on our grounds. This celebration is one of the last Mesoamerican indigenous-influenced rituals, honoring mother earth and all its ancestors. This celebration is part of an effort to create a community, a sense of belonging, and […]
Bring your kids, grandkids, and friends to this “spooky” holiday event. We will enjoy food, fun, and end with a costume contest. If we are lucky, we may have some teeny trick-or-treaters pop in for some candy! Date and time: Oct. 31, 11 am Location: Davis Senior Center
Treat Trail is baaaaackkkk! Join us downtown on Oct. 31 from 2:30–5:30p. Local businesses will hand out treats to trick-or-treaters. Click here for a map of the event and here for a list of participating businesses. Also check out the Oct. 30 Zombie Mash from 4–6p at 228 E St.!
Learn about the meaning of Día de los Muertos. Decorate a sugar skull and a calavera mask. Aprende sobre el significado del Día de los Muertos. Decora una calavera de azúcar y una máscara de calavera. No registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Davis Public Library. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in […]
This workshop tackles the square. Under the guidance of artist Michael Shemchuk, participants will create mixed media artwork using the Abstraction by Design method, a mixed media process in which one applies paper and paint to panels in simultaneous layers. Students will build up a surface that enables one to sand, scrape, saturate, peel, paint, […]
Event: Join us as we plant understory plants in the Dogs and Philosophers Grove at the Tree Davis Memorial Grove. We will be digging holes, planting drought-tolerant plants, and spreading mulch. Parking: Please park on White Sands Ln or Pinnacles Pl. We will meet in the grassy area in the center of the grove. The […]
With the festive season upon us, Davis Senior Center is offering a unique and lovely annual Holiday Craft Fair. There’s free parking in a large lot, complimentary refreshments, and no entry fee. Stroll inside and browse rows of handmade wares made by local and regional artisans and crafters. It’s a one-stop shop for gifts and […]
This Nov. 5 conference features presentations from scholars that explore topics of colonialism, indigeneity, evolving artistry, and the rethinking of Indonesian history. Free to attend and lunch provided for those that pre-register for the conference. Please submit your registration by Thur., Nov. 3rd. For those unable to attend, UC Davis Music will livestream the conference beginning […]
TILLYfest – BLUEGRASS WOODLAND celebrates the life and times of Yolo County’s Holstein Queen and internationally renowned milk producer – Champion Tilly Alcartra, 1908-1924. Her reputation was unsurpassed, setting world records from 1914-1920. The FREE festival will feature Bluegrass at Blue Note Brewing and at Heritage Plaza, Country Western at The Burger Saloon, and other […]
Come out to Davis Queer Coalition's Youth Group for bonding, pizza, and tie-dying on Nov. 6 from 6–8p!! RSVP for the location and a FREE white shirt to dye. Space is limited. How to RSVP: Email DavisQueerYouth@DavisPhoenixCo.org
Join the Manetti Shrem Museum of Art in celebrating (with food and music!) the completion of a community blanket: a snapshot of UC Davis pieced together from individual squares created by fiber arts enthusiasts across campus and inspired by a pair of embroidered portraits by Chiffon Thomas in Young, Gifted and Black. To participate, create […]
Stitched Together: Quilts and Textiles from the Yolo County Historical Collection Quilts are narrative in nature. They are infused with history and memory. They are items that traveled long distances as family keepsakes and held together the traditions of generations. Join as we celebrate our cultural fabric via the artistry and legacy of quilts. Exhibition […]
Take a walk through Downtown Woodland to support a good cause. Christy Hayes of Mojo’s Lounge and Kitchen428 is partnering with Yolo Farm to Fork to host the upcoming Swirl & Slice: Fall Harvest Food, Wine, and Beer Walk on Thursday, November 10th, 5:30-8:30 pm. Event sponsors include Grow West, Davis Food Co-op, Hunt & […]
Join us at the Pence Gallery for our 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception on November 11, 6-9 PM (free admission). This is the opening reception for Jan Walker’s exhibit and our annual Holiday Market. Don’t Fence Me In: Paintings by Jan Walker Nov. 4 - 27, 2022 Don’t Fence Me In celebrates the beauty and […]
Evolve is a new performance experience that explores the relationship between law enforcement and communities of color. Combining pre-recorded videos and live monologues from The New Black Fest’s Hands Up: 7 Playwrights, 7 Testaments, a show written by African American men and women about their experience with racial profiling, and Cop Out: Beyond Black, White & Blue, based on interviews with […]
The Davis Odd Fellows and Davis Canton will host this year's Veterans Day ceremony Friday, November 11th, at the Davis Cemetery District, 820 Pole Line Road. There will be a musical prelude at 10:30 am followed by a formal program beginning at 11:00 am. The ceremony will include a Posting of the Colors by UC […]
Honor and remember veterans this Veterans Day with a dinner at the American Legion Hall on Nov. 11 from 5–9p. Bar opens at 5p and dinner begins at 6p. Foods available: BBQ tri-tip or chicken, broccoli salad, beans, and a bun. There will be a raffle for a 50' flat-screen TV, half a hog (cut […]
Celebrating the first year in our new home! Join us at our Anniversary Party for a holiday shopping extravaganza. In addition, enjoy a day full of interactive events for all ages—honey and mead tastings, tours of our garden and facility, live music, giveaways, and food from our restaurant. Events The Anniversary Party will run from […]
Evolve is a new performance experience that explores the relationship between law enforcement and communities of color. Combining pre-recorded videos and live monologues from The New Black Fest’s Hands Up: 7 Playwrights, 7 Testaments, a show written by African American men and women about their experience with racial profiling, and Cop Out: Beyond Black, White & Blue, based on interviews with […]
On Saturday, November 12, Stories on Stage Davis will present two stories inside the Pence Art Gallery in downtown Davis. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the event starts at 7:30. Masks are strongly encouraged but not required. Stories on Stage Davis will feature the works of Kayleigh Norgord, a writer, editor, and UC Davis […]
Come purchase new and used ski and snowboard equipment to support the DSHS Blue Devil ski team. Date & Time: Sun., Nov. 13 from 9 am – 2 pm Location: DSHS South Gym Admission: $5 per person FREE after 11 am Kids under 10 FREE Would you like to sell items? Sign up at www.myconsignmentsale.com/dhsskiswap […]
Join Nina of Right Side Hand in making a stunning dried flower Thanksgiving table runner and mini bouquets for dinner plate decor. You will be using local Yolo county dried flowers, including botanicals from The Farm at Park Winters. Nina will also be sharing some tips and tricks on how to save your table runner […]
Evolve is a new performance experience that explores the relationship between law enforcement and communities of color. Combining pre-recorded videos and live monologues from The New Black Fest’s Hands Up: 7 Playwrights, 7 Testaments, a show written by African American men and women about their experience with racial profiling, and Cop Out: Beyond Black, White & Blue, based on interviews with […]
Attend the third virtual lecture in the Seeds of Justice series at the Episcopal Church of St. Martin on Sunday, Nov. 13 @ 4p. Register in advance for the event here: Manifest Destiny as a doctrine of white expansion ironically required the introduction of more people of color into the United States. The shortage of […]
Join Nina of Right Side Hand in making a stunning dried flower Thanksgiving table runner and mini bouquets for dinner plate decor. You will be using local Yolo county dried flowers including botanicals from The Farm at Park Winters. Nina will also be sharing some tips and tricks on how to save your table runner […]
The Davis Bike Club’s next monthly membership meeting is Monday, Nov. 14 @ 7p at the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame, 303 Third St. (corner of B St.), Davis. This month’s event will feature free docent-led tours of the Bicycling Hall of Fame. Our monthly meetings are a great way to meet other riders. Invite […]
Celebrate philanthropy and connect with fellow Yolo County philanthropists at El Macero Country Club on Nov. 15 from 4:30–6:30p. Yolo Community Foundation (YCF) presents Yolo Philanthropy Day 2022, sponsored by Nugget Markets. Details here at Nonprofits are at the heart of the Yolo County community. During the Yolo Philanthropy Day celebration, 27 organizations will recognize […]
The Davis Phoenix Coalition is excited to announce our 2022 Yolo County Philanthropy Day Honoree, Alexandra Lee-Jobe! Alex has made such a big impact toward our mission of creating safe inclusive spaces this year. Alex is one of our founding members. She has a long history of promoting and speaking out about racism, bullying, and […]
Join Davis Meditation for an Introduction To Mantra Meditation Workshop: Learn 3 easy techniques to conquer fear, stress and bring wisdom and peace to your daily routine. You don't have to struggle with anxiety any longer. It's entirely possible to experience daily peace and inner happiness. Time: Tuesday Nov. 15th, 7pm - 8:30 Free of […]
The Avid Reader is partnering with the League of Women Voters and Interfaith Housing Justice Davis to host a conversation about inclusive housing with Leah Rothstein. In his book The Color Of Law, Richard Rothstein explained how government policy intentionally segregated our cities and suburbs. In Just Action (release spring 2023), Leah Rothstein and Richard […]
The Davis Turkey Trot will be held on Saturday, November 19, 2022. 2022 START TIMES & LIST OF EVENTS 7:50 AM – HALF MARATHON 8:05 AM – 5K 8:25 AM – 2 MILE RUN/WALK “DOG JOG” 9:00 AM – 10K RUN/WALK 10:30 AM – KIDS EVENTS updated 8/9/22. Start times are subject to change HALF […]
AMTRAK STATION. The electric train display features two layouts (Lionel O and HO gauges) with interactive components for children as well as examples and history of local Davis points of interest. Saturdays thru Dec 24. 10a-12:30p. Free/Don
Trivia is back! Join us on Sunday, Nov. 20 from 2–4:30p for trivia on the patio. Groups of up to six for trivia. Outside food is welcome!
Join the Davis Phoenix Coalition for a free self-defense class taught by the UC Davis Police Department! RSVP using the QR code or the following link:
According to Bazooka plays an outdoor concert of irresistibly catchy original music at Ruhstaller Farm in Dixon. A2B's timeless world draws from blues, rock, jazz, country and home grown observations on everyday life. The concert is free and runs 4 pm - 7 pm. Dress warm, bring the family, hang out and enjoy the moment! […]
AMTRAK STATION. The electric train display features two layouts (Lionel O and HO gauges) with interactive components for children as well as examples and history of local Davis points of interest. Saturdays thru Dec 24. 10a-12:30p. Free/Don
Kick off the holiday season with a 6–7p performance by the Davis Madrigals at the city's annual tree lighting.
The 41th annual Holiday Candlelight Parade & Tree Lighting returns to downtown Davis. Beginning at Davis Food Co-op @6p. Tree Lighting in E Street Plaza @ 6:30p. Musical Performances, movie screenings, Horse & Carriage Rides, and Santa & Mrs. Claus til 8p.
Bring new life to your rose garden with winter pruning. Join Rosarian, Woodland Library Rose Garden coordinator, and UCCE Master Gardener Maryellen Mackenzie and Davis Cemetery Memorial Rose Garden volunteer caretaker Mary Yaussy for a hands-on training. Discover a variety of methods during this workshop which will cover tool maintenance, items needed for pruning, rose […]
Carols, Elf on a Shelf, tractor hay rides & more. First Friday & tree lighting. 5p. Free
Start off the holidays by touring six beautiful Woodland homes all decked out for the season, benefitting Meals on Wheels. 10a–3p. $30 in adv/$35 day of
Sign up to plant young trees around Evenstar Lane from 9a–12p. Bring your own closed-toe boots, gloves, water, snacks, and sun protection.
AMTRAK STATION. The electric train display features two layouts (Lionel O and HO gauges) with interactive components for children as well as examples and history of local Davis points of interest. Saturdays thru Dec 24. 10a-12:30p. Free/Don
Free raffle for gift basket and miniature train display. Christmas Craft Show also open. https://sites.google.com/view/yolocountyfairmuseum
PARK WINTERS. Arrange a bouquet using dried flowers & other plants from this country oasis. 10a–2p. $35
Local artists and vendors sell their jewelry, baked goods, homemade crafts, and other artisan items at this twice-a-month fair. 10a–4p
Free raffle for gift basket and miniature train display. Christmas Craft Show also open. https://sites.google.com/view/yolocountyfairmuseum
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