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
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
THE BARN GALLERY, WOODLAND. YoloArts is pleased to be celebrating our 18th annual Art Farm on Oct 25, 2025. This unique event brings together the beauty of the farmlands and artistic expression. Contribute your artwork to the Art Harvest and submit your artwork to the Juried Silent Auction for consideration.
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. 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
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
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
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.
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Join us for a week of art adventures, friendship, and fun during Summer break. Explore ceramics, paper mache, painting, drawing, and mixed media, led by our amazing team of Teaching Artists. 9a—3p. $550
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.
YOLO BARRE. This one week summer camp is designed to inspire health and happiness in your daughter’s pre-teen body and mind. Each day includes barre, guided discussions, hands-on workshops, stretching, meditation, and time to reflect. 1:30p—3:30p. $180
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
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
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.
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.
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Tai chi (太极) is an ancient Chinese martial art that is practiced mainly for physical and mental health purposes. Regular participation increases strength, flexibility, balance, and focus. Thursday's class covers the 13- and 16- simplified forms. Your instructor, Tina Duan, is a tai chi expert who trained as a professional in China. Drop-ins welcome. First class is free! 10a—11a.
WOODLAND SENIOR CENTER. Tai chi (太极) is an ancient Chinese martial art that is practiced mainly for physical and mental health. Class covers postures, movements, and the simplified 8- and 24-forms. Your instructor, Tina Duan, is a tai chi expert who trained as a professional in China. Drop-ins welcome. First class is free! 9a—10a.
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Sip the evening away while enjoying the musical stylings of The Sun Followers, an acoustic vocal harmony duo from Chico, California. Indulge in tasty kebabs & shawarma from Sahara Food Truck. Please support this local business and do not bring outside food. 5p—8p. $15
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. Join us as we honor the legacy of Nelson Mandela on his birthday with an afternoon of reflection, connection, and celebration. Hear TED-style talks and insightful stories from a panel of three Mandela Washington Fellows visiting from Sub-Saharan Africa. 7p—8:30p. Free
WINTERS OPERA HOUSE. San Francisco Bay Areas Top Musicians have rebranded as CARNAVAL! These seasoned musicians have spent decades honing their crafts to bring you the legendary sounds of Santana. 7:30p—10p. $35—45
DIXON LIBRARY. Make your vision of the summer vivid & vivacious by using magazine clippings to create your very own Vision Board! Supplies provided. Registration recommended. Geared towards tweens & teens ages 10 to 18. 10a—12p. Free
CENTRAL PARK, DAVIS. Two free sets of Swing, Big Band, and Latin jazz standards amidst the splendor of the Davis Craft & Vintage Fair! (The fair runs from 10a—4p.) 11a—1p. Free
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
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Join us for a week of art adventures, friendship, and fun during Summer break. Explore ceramics, paper mache, painting, drawing, and mixed media, led by our amazing team of Teaching Artists. 9a—3p. $550
ONLINE VIA ZOOM. Using Eric Butterworth’s classic text "Practical Metaphysics" as our modern-day how-to guide, we will return together to the sublime experience of the basics that Jesus taught us and restore to our inner world that Truth that there is only One Presence, One Power, One Love in our lives and our world today. 6p—7p.
PENCE GALLERY. Part of the Pence's Healing Arts Program, this one-time, 90-minute art workshop focuses more broadly on a theme related to depression, anxiety, or major life changes. Through the process of art making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Registration is required in advance at pencegallery.org. 10a—11:30a. $5—10
ODD FELLOWS HALL. Gabe Lewin will perform with support from Lane Suarez on vocals, Bob Lindley on violin and mandolin, Ted Fontaine on lead guitar, and Dwight Howard on bass. Enjoy Gabe’s original songs on lost love, California history, and current events. An open mic will precede the featured performance. 7p—9p. Free
THE BARN GALLERY, WOODLAND. Join us for a night of wine, shimmery paint, and disco vibes at Yolo Arts! You’ll paint your own masterpiece of a dazzling disco ball set up while sipping a glass of sparkling wine and soaking in the creative energy of the Yolo Arts property. 5p—8p. $30
BERRYESSA GAP DOWNTOWN TASTING ROOM. Come learn about wine and enjoy tastings and special wine discounts. Sally Johnson Blum, one of our new Consultant Winemakers, will join us for this session. 5:30p—7p. $30
HOLMES JR HIGH. Sign up to learn basketball and volleyball fundamentals, and build game-time confidence—all while having fun! 6p—8p. $75
PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. If you have never drawn from a live model before and would like to join us, you are very welcome! People of all skill levels, ages 18 and up, are welcome and encouraged to join. Register online at pencegallery.org. 6:30p—9p. $15—22
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Join us for a night of relaxing tunes from Two Alley Town and tasty lobster from Cousins Maine Lobster food truck! Tickets include live music and a glass of wine. Please do not bring outside food. 5p—8p. $15
PENCE GALLERY. This fun and informative workshop will introduce aspects of mammals and birds to better understand the subjects and improve artistic renderings. Students will study the general anatomy of the body, how to add facial expressions and “personality,” and then practice drawing animals in pencil. For artists ages 16+ who have some artistic experience. Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—2:30p. $140—160
VILLAGE HOMES COMMUNITY CENTER. Village Dance is an ecstatic dance inspired, intentional, playful, joyful, free-form dance party. We gather once per month for a journey of music, movement, and mindfulness. We start with an opening circle, followed by music and movement, and end with a closing circle. 11a—1:30p. $15—25
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. This two-day class led by Tony Berger is filled with instruction, practice, music, and some graffiti history, with lots of take home art and supplies for each student. Learn the fundamentals of graffiti lettering and start your journey! 12p—4p. $250
MELON BALL, WATERMELON MUSIC. A recital of chamber music including works by Beethoven, Mozart, and Brahms featuring Mike Ortiz (piano) and Katie Bauer (clarinet). Donations are accepted and all proceeds will benefit local organizations that promote arts education in Davis. 5:30p—7p. Free
MELON BALL, WATERMELON MUSIC. Watermelon Music and Friends of Watermelon Music present a free chamber music concert benefitting the Davis School Arts Foundation and the Friends of Sacramento Arts. Featuring Mike Ortiz (piano) and Katie Bauer (clarinet) performing works by Beethoven, Brahms, and Mozart. Donations accepted at the door. 100% of proceeds benefit arts education in Davis. 5:30p—7p. Free
MELON BALL, WATERMELON MUSIC. We are thrilled to welcome back Lucian Kano Balmer's Spruce Ritual, this time paired with Will Marsh & The Integration Ensemble. Both groups feature a beautiful blending of traditional Indian and Western classical elements and instrumentation. 2p—5p. $20
MELON BALL, WATERMELON MUSIC. We welcome performers of all ages and ability levels to share your art with a supportive and enthusiastic audience. Doors open and sign ups begin at 5:30p. 6p—8p. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Join us for a week of art adventures, friendship, and fun during Summer break. Explore ceramics, paper mache, painting, drawing, and mixed media, led by our amazing team of Teaching Artists. 9a—3p. $550
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