THE ARTERY. Under the instruction of artist Kristina Kernytska, learn to work with acrylic painting materials, stages of landscape creation, how to easily create realistic Christmas trees, and other interesting art techniques using a fan brush. All materials included; for adults or 10+. 1p—3:30p. $40
NORTHMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, SACRAMENTO. The Multi-String Guitar Ensemble was created by musical instrument innovator and composer Matthew Grasso in 2018 to explore the vast possibilities of guitar ensembles through transcription, composition, and improvisation with the use of extended range guitars. 2p—4:30p. $5—30
CANNERY FARMHOUSE. A special intimate event for mamas to reset, explore motherhood topics and grow their community. Using this beautiful Winter season as a springboard, we’ll compare motherhood to the four seasons, discover what season of motherhood we’re in, and explore what gifts it has to offer us. 3p—5p. $33
WATERMELON MUSIC, MELON BALL. Whether you're looking for a venue to share your own talents or just looking to enjoy hearing (and seeing) some local performers, we invite you to this free monthly event. Play us your favorite song, tell us some jokes, act out a scene from your favorite play with friends. Door open and sign-ups begin at 5:30p. 6p—8p. Free
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
ODD FELLOWS HALL. C&J will perform a set showcasing their shared passion for guitars, melody and vocal harmony. Open mic precedes the featured performance. 7p—9p. Free
FERA HOUSE. Learn how to make your own beautiful home-made paper from recycled materials like bits of yarn, your kid’s old math homework—and flowers from my garden. Using moulds and deckles, we’ll swish, press, and flip our way to gorgeous sheets of paper. 7p—9:30p. $65
ONLINE VIA ZOOM. Join this nurturing, down-to-earth, and informative workshop to explore birth control options that can support your career, motherhood, pregnancy, as well as health and wellness goals. Sign-up in advance. Zoom link will be sent with sign-up. 12p—1:15p. $25
ROBERT MONDAVI INSTITUTE FOR WINE AND FOOD SCIENCE. For an estimated two-thirds of Americans, coffee is a daily ritual, but the factors that bring this universal drink into consumers’ cups are anything but single-origin. Coffee culture is transforming in the United States, and the specialty coffee ecosystem is venturing into new territory. Our panelists’ expertise will lead you to rethink: How should you take your coffee? 5p—7:30p. $25
PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. 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
Sign up for the Davis Youth Choir Spring Season 2026! DYC offers three age-specific vocal ensembles for young singers ages kindergarten through high school, and is open to all who are interested in participating. Sliding scale available. $100—250
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. The mission of the non-profit corporation is to enliven and expand contemporary classical music with a focus on West Coast composers and performers. Our goal is to empower the next generation of artists through residencies with youth orchestras and universities, student composer readings, masterclasses, and workshops. 12:05p—1p. Free
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