DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Unleash your creativity and transform plain ceramics into stunning works of art with our glazing workshops! Simply choose your ceramic piece, pick from a vibrant array of glaze colors, and start decorating. Davis Arts Center staff will handle the firing process. $25
DAVIS WINE BAR. The Pasta Exchange, a fresh pasta pop-up, takes over Davis Wine Bar on Friday nights, transforming the space into a cozy dining experience serving pastas made in-house, fresh baked focaccia bread, along with a mix of Mediterranean inspired menu items. Reservations encouraged. 5p—10p.
RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. Join us for the 57th Annual Madrigal Dinner and an evening of festive music and holiday entertainment by the Davis Senior High School Madrigal Choir! Enjoy a full-course meal, a grand performance, and a silent auction. 5:45p—9p. $20—60
MONDAVI CENTER. The UC Davis Department of Music's Concert Choir and Chamber Singers join forces for this end of quarter concert, directed by Associate Professor Nicolas Dosman. 7p—8:30p. $12—27.50
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and he must also guard an abandoned egg that's been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. For all ages. Fri. 7p—9p; Sat. & Sun. 2p—4p. $12
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Start the season right with this musical interpretation of Charles Dicken's classic tale featuring music and lyrics by Broadway heavy hitters, Alan Menken and Lynn Ahrens. Learn more at woodlandoperahouse.org. 2p or 7:30p.
MACE RANCH PARK. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate—it's up to you! 8a—9:30a. 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
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.
DAVIS SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTER. Learn a simple yet profound meditation practice that is grounded in the ancient Tibetan teachings of Shambhala. Each session will include talks, guided meditation instruction, small discussion groups, and a tea break. All levels of practice welcome. 8:30a—12:30p. $50—200
BIKE GARAGE, WOODLAND. 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. Sat. 9a—12p. Free
1338 NOTRE DAME DR, DAVIS. Five long-time Davis residents and artisans will host a pop-up art sale of their work. Shop from jewelry by Amina Harris, paintings and drawings by Nancy Gelbard, photographs by David Kalb, hand-painted silk scarves by Rebecca Stein-Wexler, and unique hand-knitted wears by Norma Rice. 10a—3p. Free
