THE ARTERY. Phil Gross’ oil paintings of northern California from aerial and ground perspectives can best be described as idealistic realism. Through a rearrangement of the objects along with a deliberate balancing act of colors, his compositions invite you to take a deeper look at the places you already know. Free
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. The Friends of the Library book sale is a 3-day sale starting on the first Friday of the month. On Sunday, fill a bag for $10. Hours vary each day. 10a—7p.
DAVIS WALDORF SCHOOL. Parent & Child classes are held in a warm and welcoming environment that is carefully arranged for creative play, offering young children the freedom to explore within loving boundaries, and teaches parents/caregivers about Waldorf education’s many benefits. For children 6-18 months old. Cost is for the full series of classes. 1:30p—2:30p. $250
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Premieres by UC Davis Graduate student composers. Named as “ambitious” by TimeOut and The New Yorker, the NYC-based BlackBox Ensemble is a collective of contemporary music performers dedicated to exploring the wide-ranging world of the music of our time. 5p—6:15p. Free
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Join us for relaxed conversation, delicious estate wines, and that peaceful vineyard magic you love. Enjoy wine by the glass or bottle, explore a tasting flight, and grab snacks available for purchase. You’re also welcome to bring your own picnic or favorite takeout. 5p—8p. $15
RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. Set in a grim, Gotham-like city ravaged by a 20-year drought, Urinetown imagines a world where private toilets are outlawed. Citizens must pay to use public restrooms, all controlled by a single, corrupt corporation that profits off one of humanity’s most basic needs. When an unlikely hero decides he’s had enough, a rebellion is born—one that challenges authority, exposes hypocrisy, and asks what freedom really costs. Fri. & Sat. 7p—9p, Sun. 2p—4p. $5—15
WATERMELON MUSIC, THE MELON BALL. EmeryVillains bring their cinematic Western noir sound to Watermelon Music in Davis. Known for their gritty storytelling, haunting harmonies, and pop-art outlaw aesthetic, the band delivers a genre-bending blend of Americana, surf twang, and desert rock. 7p—9:30p. $0—20
SUDWERK BREWING CO. Rainbow City Park starts their CA tour in Davis with friends Field Daze (LA) and Seven Asterisk (Fresno). RCP will be shooting a live music video for their new tune “What’s The Use” slated to come out Spring 2026. 7p—10p. $15
SUDWERK BREWING CO. Rainbow City Park will be filming their live set that will be included in their upcoming music video release. They will be joined by their out of town friends Field Daze (LA) and Seven Asterisk (Fresno). 7p—11p. $12—18
WATERMELON MUSIC, THE MELON BALL. Emery Villains is a great example of a modern band keeping the rockabilly sound alive and fresh for a new generation of fans. They're part of a newer wave of rockabilly bands that are blending traditional sounds with modern energy and style. 7:30p—9:30p. $0—20
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names "Audrey II" - after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II's out of this world origins and intent towards global domination! Fri. & Sat. 7:30p—10:30p; Sun. 2p—5p. $22
517 RAILROAD AVE, WINTERS. You can beautify your yard and reduce your grocery bills at the Winters Friends of the Library annual Fruit Tree Sale. Also, students from the Winters High School agriculture program will have a wide variety of plants available for purchase. All proceeds benefit the Winters Community Library. 9:30a—12:30p. Free
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