DAVIS FOREST SCHOOL. Davis Forest School is a non-profit outdoor education and nature play organization. Our programs are all outdoors in nature, rain or shine, year round! Registration for our […]
PENCE GALLERY. Apply now to sell your work at the Pence's Night Market on June 13! This pop-up market during the 2nd Friday ArtAbout invites young visual artists, ages 16-25, to display and sell their artwork inside the gallery, ranging from prints and paintings, to ceramics and jewelry, and more. Artists can apply at bit.ly/pencenightmarket. Deadline is May 23. Free to apply
BEAR VALLEY Y CAMP, NEVADA CITY. Sign up our first-ever 4-day, 3-night Family Camp from August 14—17! Join us for a nurturing and nourishing retreat created for both children and adults to slow down, reconnect, and immerse ourselves in the beauty of nature together. Children 2 and under are free. $250—400
THE BARN STUDIO. Sessions designed to foster creativity and encourage experimentation in an atmosphere of cultural exchange, conversation, encouragement, and freedom of expression. This session does not have formal instruction. Bring your own materials and supplies. 1p—3p. Free
THE BARN STUDIO. Engage your child’s creativity in a supportive space where young artists explore 2D art techniques like charcoal, pastels, and paints. Sessions offer guided prompts and the freedom to pursue independent projects. 3:30p—5:30p. Free
Every Tuesday from 5-10pm at Dunloe Brewing's - The Local, creative people of all levels are invited to participate in Drawing Club. Grab a cold drink and surround yourself with […]
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Join on Tuesdays & bring a project to work on while visiting with your neighbors. 5:30p–7p. Free
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. Hope Café is an experiment in building community and resilience. Enjoy live music and poetry, community choirs, drinks and snacks, and conversations about care, joy and possibility. Tickets required (sliding scale). 6:30p—8:30p. $5—15
ELEVEN ROSES RANCH, CLEAR LAKE. Spend an all-American country day at Eleven Roses Ranch in Clear lake. Upon arrival we will be greeted with refreshments & music, followed by a brief talk to learn about the history of the ranch & the Garner Family who settled here in 1883. Then we will divide into two groups for a traditional chuckwagon barbecue including complimentary Lake County wines & a narrated wagon tour featuring beautiful scenery, rich history, & Mother Nature’s own personal springtime garden. There will be an optional walk partway through the ride. We will end the day with some free time to explore the grounds or play a game of cornhole or horseshoes. Register at https://davistravelaires.org. 8:30a - 5:00p. $148
BARN STUDIO. Bring your under 5 little ones to explore their artistic side and get messy at the Barn Studio! Every Wednesday, arts activity stations will be available for you and your mini to discover together that encourage materials exploration and develop motor skills. Advance registration encouraged. 10a—11:30a. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Tai chi (太极) is an ancient Chinese martial art that is practiced mainly for physical and mental health purposes. It is a type of moving meditation in which breathing is coordinated with a series of fluid movements and postures. Wednesday's class for more advanced students covers the Yang Style 42- and 48 forms. Your instructor, Tina Duan, is a tai chi expert who trained as a professional in China. Drop-ins welcome. First class is free. 10:15a—11:15a
2005 GUMBINGER AVE, WOODLAND. The School of Building Your Craft is offering an 8-week training program designed for artists of beginner/intermediate level to focus on building essential skills in drawing, painting, color and design. Learn more at theschoolofbyc.com. Thursdays, April 24—June 12. 3:45p—5:45p. $400
