CENTRAL PARK. Cool Davis and the Davis Electric Vehicle Association (DEVA) is hosting a transportation showcase at the Davis Farmers Market. Stop by and learn about the ins and outs of sustainable transportation! 8a—1p. Free
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
PENCE GALLERY. Under the guidance of artist Sara Post, students will explore the ins and out of gel printing. Participants will experiment with layering, masks, stencils, and other gel printing techniques, as well as work with a variety of papers. Register at pencegallery.org. 9:30a—4p. $170—190
WOODLAND REGIONAL PARK PRESERVE. This is a free nature day for families and the community! Enjoy live music, walking tours, crafting, educational booths, storytelling, and more. Sign up at tuleyome.org. 10a—4p. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. In this throwing skills workshop, we approach throwing as a collection of practicable, adaptable skills rather than a single fixed technique. The goal of the workshop is to help you move past challenges in your throwing practice while introducing new skills that increase both speed and accuracy at the wheel. 10a—6p. $250
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium. For ages 10 & up. Fri. 7p—9p; Sat. & Sun. 2p—4p. $12
DAVIS WINE BAR. The Pasta Exchange's Get Sauced popup returns to the Davis Wine Bar on Saturdays for winter & spring! We’ve updated the menu with fresh new pastas. Reservations required. 5p—9p.
RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. The Davis Senior High School Jazz Choir invites the community to experience two unforgettable evenings of music, movement, and show-stopping performances at its annual Jazz Choir Cabaret. Tickets include options for show-only or dinner & show. 5:30p—9:30p. $15—55
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
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Set in 1692 Salem, Massachusetts, The Crucible follows the eruption of mass hysteria in a close-knit town after a group of young girls is discovered dancing in the woods. To avoid punishment, the girls begin accusing townspeople of witchcraft, igniting a wave of fear that fractures the wider community. Written in 1953 by famed American playwright Arthur Miller, the play is in part an allegory for the anti-communist hysteria of the McCarthy era, exploring the dangers of false accusations and the abuse of power. 2p—5p or 7:30p—10:30p. $20—45
WATERMELON MUSIC, THE MELON BALL. This will be an intimate solo acoustic show demoing some of Dave Nachmanoff’s new material for an album that may be recorded later in the year. This is a unique opportunity to connect with the artist, share opinions on the music, and hear music that has never been recorded. 8p—10p. $25—30
WATERMELON MUSIC, THE MELON BALL. Acclaimed musician, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Dave Nachmanoff will be playing a concert showcasing new music from his new album to be recorded in New York later this year. 8p—10p. $25—30
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