Learn to Meditate in June
2025-06-07 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Shrine Room, 133 D St, Ste #H Davis, CA 95616
This June, take four Saturday mornings to ground yourself in a simple yet profound meditation practice rooted in the ancient Tibetan teachings of Shambhala that teach a way to used meditation to train in fearlessness in everyday life. Centered on the teaching of basic goodness, the classes show students how to navigate both joy and challenge—transforming tenderness, sadness, and fear into clarity, steadiness, and kindness.

What to Expect:
Guided meditation instruction
Talks on Shambhala teachings
Small group discussions
Tea break & community connection

In-Person Only | Davis Shambhala Center
4 Saturdays in June | 9 AM – 12 PM

Pricing Options:
$150 Program Price | $200 Patron Rate | $75 Limited Income | $50 Repeater Price

If you’ve joined before, consider coming again with special repeater pricing. Each time we meditate in community, we return with beginner’s mind.

Register today with this link. See you there!

West Sacramento Gardening Q&A Desk
2025-06-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Lowes, West Sacramento
The UCCE Yolo County Master Gardeners Questions and Answers Desk at Lowes, West Sacramento, located at 2250 Lake Washington Blvd, West Sacramento, is led by experienced Master Gardener Janet Branaman. The Questions and Answers Desk at Lowes is held on the first and third Saturdays of every month. It is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Jennifer Baumbach at jmbaumbach@ucanr.edu or call the Yolo County Master Gardeners hotline at (530) 666-8736.

Smitten For Kittens: Adoption and Fundraising Event
2025-06-07 11:00 - 14:00 | Phi Delta Theta House, 336 C Street, Davis, C, 95616, United States
Are you smitten for kittens? Then mark your calendars for Saturday, June 7th from 11am–2pm and head over to 336 C St. for our “Smitten for Kittens” event — it’s not just an adoption event, it’s a fundraiser too!
Hosted by Friends of Yolo Animal Services & Phi Delta Theta.
This paws-itively adorable event is your chance to meet your new furry family member (or two — kittens do best in pairs!). All kittens will be spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and ready to go home with you that day. ​
Admission is just a $5 donation (kids get in free!), and the fun doesn’t stop there!
Enjoy: On-site adoptions, Sweet treats, Games, face painting, & more! Activities for the whole family
And here’s the big mews: An anonymous donor has generously pledged to match every dollar donated on the day of the event, up to $10,000! So your support goes twice as far! All monies raised will go directly to animals in need.
Come join the fun, help save lives, and become a Friend of Yolo County Animal Services. We can’t wait to see you there!

Vineyard Walk
2025-06-07 11:45 - 12:30 | Great Bear Vineyards (Great Bear), 24800 County Rd 101A
Take a stroll through our beautiful vineyard with the Winemaker. Join us for an informative Vineyard Walk, where you’ll learn about our sustainable & organic farming practices and the growth cycle of our vines. Learn how great wines start in the vineyards. This spring walk is timed to see budbreak and young shoots on the vines, an abundance of wildflowers, and if we are lucky, young jackrabbits, cottontails and wild turkeys. Includes a glass of wine.
Whether you’re a nature lover or simply looking for a relaxing outdoor experience, this is a wonderful way to connect with the land that we’re so passionate about.
Add a Wine Tasting: If you’d like to elevate your experience, you can book a separate Signature or Reserve Wine Tasting starting at 12.30p. Alternatively simply relax over a glass of wine after your walk. Please wear sunscreen and closed toe shoes. Ground is uneven.

Art Spark
2025-06-07 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-08 13:00 - 16:00 | MANETTI SHREM
Every Saturday and Sunday, 1–4 PM, Free
June: See-Through Still Life – Layer translucent materials to create a light-filtering still life.
Spring into art making with an afternoon in the Carol and Gerry Parker Art Studio, where you can explore activities connected to the museum’s exhibitions. Drop in to experiment with new materials, make art with others and express yourself.  All ages and skill levels are welcome — art is for everyone!

https://manettishremmuseum.ucdavis.edu/art-spark

Hand-build a Darted Cup
2025-06-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Davis Arts Center, 1919 F St.
Sculpt and decorate your own clay cup! Using a hand-building technique called darting, students will learn how to remove clay from a slab and fold the edges to form the base of their cup – creating an interesting shape that can be applied to other ceramic projects. After shaping the cup, students will finish it by applying a colorful glaze of their choice, making the cup both functional and food safe. All materials provided, just bring your creativity! This is a two-day workshop and attendance is required for both. The first day focuses on building the cup, and the second day is dedicated to glazing. Finished pieces will be available for pick-up a few weeks after the workshop.
AGES 16+
Price: $100
Times: 1-4pm
​​​​​​​
Workshop dates:
Saturday, June 7
Saturday, June 14
REGISTER NOW

PTDW Annual Student Concert
2025-06-07 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Richard Brunelle Performance Hall, 315 W 14th Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
The Pamela Trokanski Dance Workshop is excited to announce their 40th Annual Student Concert! Come watch short pieces including Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary, and K-pop styles, with dancers age 4 to 94.
This fun, family-friendly show will take place on Saturday, June 7 at 2pm & 7pm, at the Brunelle Performance Hall at Davis Senior High School.
Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Pamela Trokanski Dance Workshop, or in the Brunelle Hall lobby starting 30 minutes before each performance.
Ticket prices are $15 – General Admission and $12 – Children, Students, & Seniors (65+).
For more info, please contact the Dance Workshop: either call (530)756-3949 or email office@trokanski.com

Lemur Party at Blue Note Brewing: Having Fun for Conservation!
2025-06-07 14:00 - 17:00 | Blue Note Brewing Company, 750 Dead Cat Alley, Woodland
We hope you can join us for a fun afternoon to support children’s conservation outreach and lemur conservation in Madagascar!
We’ll have lemur bingo and trivia (free, win prizes!), a huge selection of raffle baskets, a silent auction featuring artwork and photographs from students in East Africa and generous donations from local businesses, and children’s art activities.
Beer, pizza, salads, pretzels & more! Family and dog friendly!
Blue Note Brewing Company • 750 Dead Cat Alley, Woodland, CA
Event supporting:
Photography Inspiring Children in Conservation, 501(c)3
See who we are, where we work and how we are
supporting endangered primate conservation:
https://photographyinspiringconservation.org
Check out some of the students’ art and photographs:
https://givebutter.com/c/PICCartauction/auction

Pottery Night out
2025-06-07 14:30 - 17:00 | Davis Arts Center, 1919 F St.
Want to try pottery but hesitant to go alone? Join us for Pottery Night Out! This single day wheel throwing workshop is designed to be enjoyed with a pottery partner—whether it’s a loved one, family member, or friend. Spend a fun and creative evening getting hands-on with clay and exploring something new! Perfect for both beginners and those with prior wheel throwing experience.
Workshop price includes registration for two people. The focus is on skill-building and having fun, so students will leave with enhanced technique rather than finished pieces.
AGES 18+
Price: $80 per duo
Times: 2:30-5:00 pm
​​​​​​​
Workshop dates:
Saturday, June 7 REGISTER

11th Annual Davis PrideFest
2025-06-07 15:00 - 20:00 | Davis Civic Center Park
Discover the heart and spirit of our vibrant community at Davis Pride. Davis Pride is more than just a party; we are Yolo County’s largest LGBTQ+ advocacy event. Our 2025 events are presented by Dignity Health and Woodland Clinic Medical Group. Enjoy a variety of family entertainment and activities for family members of all ages, merchandise, swag, food, beverage, and specialty options available from local and regional exhibitors.

The events are free to attend, so be sure to show your support by purchasing great food and beverages and checking out all the creative goods from our vendors and exhibitors. If desired, bring your own chairs and enjoy the live music and entertainment. Davis Pride events are projects of the Davis Phoenix Coalition whose mission is to uplift marginalized communities.

Learn more at https://davispride.org/.

Winters Live - The Allmond Brothers - Tribute to the Allman Brothers Band
2025-06-07 19:30 - 22:00 | Winters Opera House, 13 Main Street, Winters, C, 95694, United States
The Allmond Brothers features Josh “Allmond Boy” Brough (Poor Man’s Whiskey) on vocals and keys, Jimmy Leslie aka “Trickey Frets” (Allman Betts Family Revival, Guitar Player) on guitar and vocals, slide whiz “Greasy” Jules Leyhe, Sean Leahy (Guitarmageddon) on bass and Adam Briere (Spirit Hustler) on drums.
The set list features all your favorite chestnuts from the almighty Allman Brothers Band including “Midnight Rider,” “Melissa,” “Ramblin’ Man,” “Jessica” and a host of bluesy goodness from the live masterpiece At Fillmore East.

Sacred Space
2025-06-08 09:00 - 09:30 | Davis Community Church (DCC), 412 C Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
This monthly gathering is an invitation to enjoy the beautiful setting, settle yourself and simply be. Thirty minutes of gentle quiet and beauty for the senses. Light a candle if you wish.

Tea and refreshments provided.

Botanical Blueprints with Linda Clark Johnson
2025-06-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Pence Gallery, 212 D Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Botanical Blueprints with Linda Clark Johnson
Sunday, June 8 | 10 AM – 2 PM
$115 Members | $125 Non-Members*

You don’t need to be an artist to enjoy making beautiful blue cyanotypes! In this introductory class you’ll learn all the basics of this fun and easy alternative photographic technique. Using light sensitive chemicals you’ll expose prints of plants in the sun and process them in water. By the time you leave you’ll have 4 gorgeous 8 x 10 blueprints and the know-how to create more at home. Lots of beautiful plants are budding and blooming during each season of the year. Let’s celebrate the natural world by making botanical blueprints together!

*All materials are included except for flowers and foliage, which participants should bring. Participants should also bring a lunch or snack and water to the class.

Register at https://pencegallery.org/education/programs/workshops-and-classes/.

Any questions? Email pencegallery@gmail.com.

Build a Bouquet Workshop
2025-06-08 11:00 - 12:00 | The HIVE Tasting Room and Kitchen, 1221 Harter Ave, Woodland, CA, 95776
Create your unique expression of the season at The HIVE’s Build a Bouquet workshop.
Pollinator Garden Educator and Steward, Rowan Boswell, and Nectar Director, Josh Zeldner, will share knowledge about the plants we will be using, exclusively from The HIVE’s Pollinator Habitat. Explore the aromatic blossoms and branches of an array of plants, and build a not-so-typical bouquet. Glass Jar (vase), contents, and guidance provided by The HIVE. All ages welcome.

How to Be an Ally to the Trans & Nonbinary Community
2025-06-08 12:00 - 14:00 | Davis Community Church (DCC), 412 C Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
DCC is privileged to host an open-hearted and illuminating panel where trans and nonbinary individuals will share their personal stories, insights, and wisdom. This conversation will explore what true allyship looks like—from listening deeply to standing in solidarity. Come learn and discover how we can all help create communities of belonging, dignity, and support. Join us in the DCC’s Fellowship Hall. To participate via Zoom (Meeting ID: 841 1643 0165; Passcode: [REDACTED]

Second Sunday Bingo
2025-06-08 12:00 - 16:00 | Davis Odd Fellows
Odd Fellows Bingo (LH)

When: Second Sunday of the month
Where: 415 2nd St, Davis, CA 95616, USA (map)

Description: Second Sunday Bingo at the Lodge. Doors open at noon and Bingo begins at 1 p.m. Open to all adults.
Davis Odd Fellows Bingo! is a wonderful way for the community to support the many needy non-profit organizations here in Davis. Each month, Davis Odd Fellows Bingo! connects with a local organization that needs assistance. Community members, friends, and family are encouraged and welcomed to come to the Davis Odd Fellows Lodge for an afternoon of to fun playing Davis Bingo. For as little as $12, you can sit with friends and chat or meet new people while helping people in our community.

Davis Bookworms
2025-06-08 13:30 - 16:00 | Nashoba Wines, 820 4th St, Davis, C, 95616, United States
Do you love reading, but hate being told what book to read? Are you intrigued by the idea of a book club, but too busy to do the reading beforehand? If so, then you’ll fit right in with the Davis Bookworms! We are a brand new “silent” book club, in which everyone brings a book of their own choosing, reads for an hour, and then socializes for an hour. We meet every two weeks on Sunday at Nashoba Wines, right here in Davis. So whether you’re feeling the Sunday Scaries, or just love to read, come join us for an afternoon of good books, good wine, and good company!

Music Tasting
2025-06-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Great Bear Vineyards (Great Bear), 24800 County Rd 101A
Join us for a summer “music tasting” – a multi-sensory tasting experience led by the musicians of Sound Post Sacramento.
Here we will connect flavor, sound, and emotion to discover something new. Enjoy four rounds of wine, small bites, and performances. With each, hear insights from wine educators and the musicians, drawing connections between the story and character of the wines and the music. Then sit back and be transported by a live string quartet with music from impressionist era to modern day R&B, with world class Great Bear Vineyard wines and small bites in hand.
This multi-sensory tasting experience is about curiosity and the joy of finding new depths in music and wine. Whether you are a current connoisseur of wine or music, you will leave with a new love of both!
Program duration ~1hr 45min
Tickets: $60**

Ticket includes curated food pairings with the wine and music. Prepared foods will include cheese, meats, nuts and almond crackers (gluten free).
Vegetarian options are available upon request. Please note your preference when purchasing your tickets.

Notes

This event is open-seating.
Additional wine, cheese, salami, olives, crackers & chips will be available for sale before and after the program.
Arrive early to enjoy a pour of sparkling wine and walk the grounds. Stay after the program to chat with the musicians and wine maker and relax until we close, enjoying your favorite wine by the bottle or glass.
Nut allergy warning: please be aware that various nuts will be served at this event.

International Folk Dancing
2025-06-08 19:00 - 21:30 | Mirror Image Dance Company, 2121 2nd St., Suite A106, Davis, CA, 95616
Connect with other cultures, while connecting to other people
Sunday nights 7p-9:30p
first time free
all levels welcome
at mirror image dance company
2121 second st, davis

Tai Chi Classes for Beginners
2025-06-09 08:50 - 09:50 | Woodland Senior Center, 2001 East St, Woodland, CA, 95776, United States
Tai chi classes suitable for beginners of all ages and fitness levels are offered at the beautiful Woodland Community & Senior Center! Tai chi (太极) is an ancient Chinese martial art that is practiced mainly for physical and mental health. It is a type of moving meditation in which breathing is coordinated with a series of fluid movements and postures. 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!

Fairy Tell It! Mini Barn Studio Camp
2025-06-09 09:00 - 2025-06-13 12:00 | The Barn Studio, 512 Gibson Road, Woodland, 95695
Fairy Tell it!
Mini Camp – Fairy Tell it! (4-6 yo)
June 9 – 13, 2025 | 9am – 12pm each day
Let your little artist step into the spotlight in this fun and immersive art camp, where creativity meets storytelling! Throughout the week, campers will design, create, and perform their very own mini-production—all while exploring the 7 elements of art (line, shape, color, value, form, texture, and space).
From painting scenic backdrops and crafting costumes to making props and adding music & movement, every child will play a special role in bringing the story to life. Each day will feature hands-on art activities, imaginative play, and theater games, all designed to build confidence, teamwork, and a love for creative expression.
At the end of the week, family and friends are invited to watch our big performance—a magical moment where our young artists take center stage and showcase their work in an adorable play they created entirely!
🎨 Camp Highlights:✔️ Hands-on art projects, including painting, costume-making & set design✔️ Fun, sensory-friendly activities for all creative personalities✔️ Imaginative storytelling, movement, and theater games✔️ A final mini-performance on the last day!
Perfect for young kids who love art, drama, and making things with their hands. This camp is a wonderful way to spark creativity and confidence while having a blast with new friends!

Dance Fitness Classes at Woodland Senior Center
2025-06-09 10:15 - 11:15 | Woodland Senior Center, 2001 East St, Woodland, CA, 95776, United States
Do you love moving to music? Dance fitness classes offer a dynamic, easy, and fun way to support health. Tina creates original, easy-to-follow choreography incorporating low-impact movements from ballet, jazz, hip-hop, Latin, Bollywood, Zumba, martial arts, kickboxing, and bellydancing. This class is perfect for people who have had previous experience taking any type of dance class (even a little, even decades prior), but everybody is welcome. Try it and see if you like it! First class is free! Drop-in or monthly. Bring a yoga mat for stretches during cooldown.

Children's Kung Fu Classes
2025-06-09 15:00 - 16:00 | Davis Arts Center, 1919 F St.
Learning and practicing kung fu moves feel like playing! Tina creates an inclusive environment for her Kung Fu students because the focus is on self-improvement, not competition; rather, each child works toward a set goal at their own pace. There is no sparring. Students have fun using their “angry face” while punching, chopping, and kicking (the air).
First class is free! Check www.tina-fitness.com for more details.

Children's Dance Classes
2025-06-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Davis Arts Center, 1919 F St.
Children’s rhythmic dance, ballet, jazz, Latin, hip-hop, Asian and Western folk dances . . . Tina Duan has been teaching children to dance since 1993 and is happy to share her dance knowledge, skills and experience with children. Dance is a great choice for your child’s health and well-being, and Tina’s classes are suitable for kids of all ages. Every child is different and has individual needs that deserve attention and care. Tina’s goal is to help each child reach their full potential through dance, preparing them for future success.
First class is free! Check www.tina-fitness.com for more details.

Align & Flow Yoga
2025-06-09 17:30 - 19:00 | Davis Shambhala Meditation Center, 133 D Street, Suite H, upstairs, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
All classes begin with a meditation and invite mindful movement through attention to breath and physical alignment. In a vinyasa class, we link postures together and move with the breath on the inhale, or the exhale. A typical class involves strength and stability work balanced by flexibility and relaxation. Each class finishes with a reclining rest.

davisyogacollective.com

Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
2025-06-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library, 315 East 14th Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Davis Makerspace is a community workspace for makers and builders, designers and inventors. A small assortment of tools will be available for use and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. Participants must provide a signed liability waiver (available on site). Mondays & Tuesdays, 6p—8p; Thursdays, 9:30a—11:30a.

Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil Release Party
2025-06-09 21:00 - 22:00 | The Avid Reader Bookstore, 617 2nd St., Davis, 95616
Celebrate the release of V.E. Schwab’s new book: Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil on June 9th at 9:00PM!
Who: Anyone who pre-orders Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil
What: This is a “midnight” release party at 9:00 PM. We will have drinks, temporary tattoos, buttons, personality quizzes, and costumes! Come by the store to pick up a copy of the book and stick around to make some new friends.
When: June 9th from 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: The Avid Reader Bookstore 617 2nd St. Davis, CA
Why: Because we’re SO EXCITED and the publisher said we could.
How: Every person who pre-orders a copy of Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil before 9:00 PM on June 9th is invited to party with us. This is a free event for anyone who has pre-ordered the book.

Beginning + Intermediate Tai Chi
2025-06-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Davis Arts Center, 1919 F St.
Tai chi classes are now offered three times per week, Tu-W-Th, at the Davis Arts Center! Tai chi (太极) is an ancient Chinese martial art that is practiced mainly for physical and mental health purposes. It is a type of moving meditation in which breathing is coordinated with a series of slow, fluid movements and postures. Regular participation increases strength, flexibility, balance, and focus. Tuesday’s class covers the 8- and 24- 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!
