GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Enjoy live music by Cathy West-Packard & Arlyn Anderson, a dynamic Sacramento-based duo that will delight listeners with Cathy’s rich vocal stylings accompanied by Arlyn’s jazzy improv. Soul Ona Roll Food Truck will be offering Cajun and Creole-inspired classics. Please support this local business and do not bring outside food. 5p—8p. $15
DOWNTOWN DAVIS. Check out art receptions, pop-ups, open studios, live music, and more in Downtown Davis & beyond. This is a great free event to enjoy with friends and family each month. 5p—9p. Free
PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. Everyone is invited to join us for this family-friendly event! There will be art on display by artists Analisa Bevan and Bentley Kuhlmann, a hands-on art activity, a dance performance culminating our week-long Summer Dance Intensive, and light refreshments. 5:30p—7:30p. Free
LOGOS BOOKS. Meet Mary Moxley at her ArtAbout reception and enjoy light refreshments. The artist utilizes the watercolor medium to create a body of work that illuminates fleeting moments of emotion. Much of her work focuses on children because working with young people has given her the most enjoyable experiences in creating her artwork. 6p—8p. Free
THE PAINT CHIP. Come join us for the 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception of local artists Ann Privateer and Mary Anne Kirsch. Their whimsical art will delight your senses of the natural world. Exhibition runs the month of July. 6p—8:30p. Free
THE ARTERY. Artist and designer Lorna Miser reimagines rescued materials—bicycle inner tubes, vintage quilts, denim, and more—into striking, functional art. Blending sustainability with creative design, every piece she makes is an intentional expression of reuse, turning forgotten fabrics into wearable and visual stories. 6p—9p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Attend the opening reception for all new exhibits during the 2nd Friday ArtAbout. View Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art, Focus on Nature: Beyond Eden by Rochelle Mason, Exhibit It! A Community Art Exhibit, and Emma Ware: Berryessa Summer. Enjoy complimentary wine from Turkovich Family Wines. 6p—9p. Free
MAIN STREET, WINTERS. Join us for live music in Downtown Winters! The Chamber of Commerce is proud to present local musicians to play every Friday. 6:30p—9p.
WINTERS OPERA HOUSE. Broken Compass Bluegrass has rapidly been recognized for their tight arrangements, tasteful picking, and distinguished songwriting. BCB includes Kyle Ledson, Django Ruckrich, Mei Lin Heirendt, and Sam Jacobs. All four musicians are seasoned performers, multi-instrumentalists, singers and songwriters, and they have quickly established themselves as one of California’s most prominent up-and-coming string bands. 7p—9:30p. $25
CENTRAL PARK, DAVIS. Parents with young children are invited to join a free community playdate with Davis Parent Nursery School friends. Parents and kids can meet new friends, chat, and play together outside at local parks. 9:30a —11:30a. Free
DIXON LIBRARY. Unleash your inner oddball at our creative free-for-all! Supplies provided. Registration recommended. Geared towards tweens & teens ages 10 to 18. 10a—12p. Free
DAVIS CEMETERY. Attend the 1st annual Host Rods & History event! Enjoy a stroll through history on our self-guided tour, featuring the stories of our pioneer families and individuals who have shaped our city into what it is today. The car show, brought to you by Davis CruiseIn, will feature a stunning array of classic cars, muscle cars, hot rods, and exotic vehicles from all eras. 10a—1p. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Discover beginner-friendly book binding recipes in this hands-on workshop! Last month, attendees made zines & books with pockets. This month, participants will expand on these structures by filling them with content such as collage, drawing, and poetry. We will recreate some of last month's structures at the beginning of this workshop. Don't worry if you're new - no prior experience necessary. 10:30a—12:30p. $40
DOWNTOWN WINTERS. Every second Saturday May through October, at various Downtown Winters locations. 2p—6p. Free
DOWNTOWN WINTERS. Visitors are invited to explore local businesses along Railroad Avenue and Main Street, where regional artists will be featured inside participating venues. View original artwork, watch live demonstrations, enjoy local wine and drink specials, and meet artists. 2p—6p. Free
BOHART MUSEUM OF ENTOMOLOGY. Free, all-ages event focused on amazing moths. Visit the moth section of this world class research collection, do a craft, meet some experts and learn about moths. 7p—11p. Free
PARK WINTERS. Visit Park Winters seasonal flower farm for this exclusive experience. Enjoy the open space to connect with the flowers, and take home a beautiful hand picked bouquet. This enchanting experience is available most Saturdays and Sundays. Reservations are booked in 2 hour increments. 8:30a, 10:30a, & 12:30p. $38
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. This monthly gathering is an invitation to enjoy the beautiful setting, settle yourself and simply be. Thirty minutes of gentle quiet and beauty for the senses. Light a candle if you wish. Tea and refreshments provided. 9a—9:30a. Free
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. A meditative gathering offering space to simply be. Light a candle if you wish, breathe, and let yourself come into the calm. Enjoy contemplative acoustic guitar, tea, and refreshments. 9a—9:30a. Free
MAIN STREET, WINTERS. Join us in Downtown Winters every Sunday for the Winters Farmers Market. Enjoy local produce, fresh flowers, food vendors & more! 9a—1p. Free
CAPAY VALLEY LAVENDER FARM. Stroll among blooming lavender rows and take part in lavender distillation demos, wreath-making workshops, and product sampling. Guests can shop handcrafted body products, culinary items, and essential oils—all made with farm-grown lavender. 10a—4p.
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. In a world where faith is often entangled with privilege, nationalism, and exclusion, this series offers an invitation to rediscover the Gospel through the lens of those who suffer. Featuring the prophetic voice of Miguel De La Torre, be challenged to move beyond a comfortable, domesticated Christianity toward a faith that stands in radical solidarity with the oppressed. 12p—1p. Free
Odd Fellows Bingo (LH) When: Second Sunday of the month Where: 415 2nd St, Davis, CA 95616, USA (map) Description: Second Sunday Bingo at the Lodge. Doors open at noon and Bingo begins at 1 p.m. Open to all adults. Davis Odd Fellows Bingo! is a wonderful way for the community to support the many needy non-profit […]
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. In this brand new production, a lush, emotionally rich score highlights the music’s orchestral power and choral beauty in an intimate retelling of the famous love story. Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz. Recommended for theater goers 11 and up. Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30p, Sundays at 2p. $18—22
WOODLAND HIGH SCHOOL THEATER. Come experience the beautiful selections we will be sharing with our friends across the pond. Enter to win a trip for two to Paris or London. Drawing held at Sunday's performance. Sat, 7p & Sun, 2p. $10—20
MIRROR IMAGE DANCE COMPANY. Connect with other cultures, while connecting to other people Sunday nights. All levels are welcome. 7p—9:30p. First time is free; $7
WOODLAND SENIOR CENTER. Tai chi (太极) is an ancient Chinese martial art that is practiced mainly for physical and mental health. Class covers basic postures, movements, and the simplified 8-form, with an emphasis on building balance and coordination. Your instructor, Tina Duan, is a tai chi expert who trained as a professional in China. Drop-ins welcome. First class is free! 8:50a—9:50a.
WOODLAND SENIOR CENTER. Dance fitness classes offer a dynamic, easy, and fun way to maintain physical and mental health. Tina creates original, easy-to-follow choreography incorporating low-impact movements from ballet, jazz, hip-hop, Latin, Bollywood, Zumba, martial arts, kickboxing, & belly dancing. First class is free! Drop-in or monthly. Bring a yoga mat for stretches during cooldown. 10:15a—11:15a.
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. Join us for a special, family-friendly evening with Takumi Kato, a renowned taiko drummer and lion dancer from Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Performing alongside his three young sons, their group — Peaceful Forest — is touring the U.S. with a mission to share 1,000 performances that inspire peace and understanding across cultures. 5p—8p. $20
DAVIS SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTER. Enjoy a 75 minute align & flow class with Jeanne. All classes begin with a meditation and invite mindful movement through attention to breath and physical alignment. 5:30p—6:45p. $15 cash or venmo only
WOODLAND REGIONAL PARK PRESERVE. Get ready to blast off into a night of cosmic fun at our Planet Party! Join us as we partner with the UC Davis Astronomy Club and Explorit Science Center for a night under the stars at Woodland Regional Park Preserve. This FREE family event will be filled with space-themed crafts, planet-inspired snacks, and out-of-this-world learning. Registration is required. 6p—8p. Free
COMPASSION CORNER, 3RD & C STREET. An intergenerational mending club that meets on the 2nd Monday of every month. Join for mending, knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, quilting, sewing, and beading. On the lawn - bring your own chair or blanket, snacks, and water. 6p—8p. 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 other people who want to draw. You can bring your own materials, or work from the variety of materials that we provide from the free […]
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Join on Tuesdays & bring a project to work on while visiting with your neighbors. 5:30p–7p. Free
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Weekly conversation group to practice English in a fun and relaxed way with help from group facilitator. Drop in visitors welcome. Tuesdays at 6p, Thursdays at 1:30p, Fridays at 9:45a. Free
ONLINE VIA ZOOM. This 6-week journey will provide guided meditations, practical exercises, and science-backed tools to help you break free from self-judgment and impossible standards. Register at https://unityofdavis.breezechms.com/form/bookstudy_self-compassion. Tuesdays, 6p—7:30p.
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Davis Makerspace is a community workspace for makers and builders, designers and inventors. A small assortment of tools will be available for use and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. Mondays & Tuesdays, 6p—8p; Thursdays, 9:30a—11:30a. Free
ROOT OF HAPPINESS. Jim Frink is a drummer and educator based in Davis. The jazz trio plays improvisational music ranging from standards, to modern jazz, to balkan folk and beyond. 7:30p—10:30p. Free
BIKE GARAGE, DAVIS. Volunteer organization with mechanics who will repair your bike! Interested in becoming a volunteer? No experience necessary. We also sell quality used hybrid, town, vintage, road, mountain, and kids bikes. We accept cash, Venmo, and Paypal donations. 8a—12p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Designed especially to benefit seniors, Body Balance is a 1-hour fitness class that improves balance and coordination primarily by strengthening relevant muscles in the legs, abdominal core, back, and shoulders. Tina uses a multifaceted approach to provide a gentle but comprehensive workout appropriate for all fitness levels and abilities. 8:45a—9:45a.
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Tai chi (太极) is an ancient Chinese martial art that is practiced mainly for physical and mental health purposes. Wednesday's class for intermediate and advanced students covers the Yang Style 42- and 48 forms, with Kung Fu warm-up. 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—11:30a.
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 & 12:30p—2p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. This group assists and maintains the Senior Center’s extensive Genealogy Library, and in addition, hosts monthly lectures and meetings. During library hours, members are available to assist you with accessing research materials. Computer access is also available in the library for research purposes. 1p—3:30p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Slow jazz jam for musicians working on their improvisational jazz chops. This jam is for musicians who are proficient on their instrument but are new to jazz. Meets every third Wednesday of the month. 3p—5p. Free
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Sat. 8a—1p & Wed. Picnic in the Park 4p—8p.
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH.We will practice 3 simple techniques that you can continue to practice at home on your own. This includes deep breathing, a technique using beads (Japa meditation), and music (Kirtan). 6p—7:30p. Free
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Bring you deck. Bring your friends and have a wonderful time. 6p-8p. $12
YOLO BYPASS WILDLIFE AREA. Did you know that a huge colony of migratory bats live under the Yolo Causeway during the summer? Join Yolo Basin Foundation for a summertime Bat Talk and Tour to learn all about these amazing and beneficial mammals. Children 5 and under are free. 6:30p—9p. $5—17
SUDWERK BREWING CO. Join us for a fun-filled evening of brain-teasing questions and friendly competition at Sudwerk's Pub Quiz hosted by Dr. Andy! Put your knowledge to the test and gather your friends for a night of laughter and excitement. 7p—9p. Free
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