PENCE GALLERY. This one-time, 90-minute art workshop focuses more broadly on themes related to depression, anxiety, or major life changes. Through the process of art making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Registration is required at pencegallery.org. 10a—11:30a. $5—10
DAVIS SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTER. Start the weekend off with this unique yoga practice with Beth, focused on alignment, strength & length, effort & ease, and movement with breath. Fridays, 12p—1p. $15
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Chanteuses, a treble choir under the direction of William Zinn, will perform choral pieces filled with harmonious sounds and holiday joy! 12p—1p. Free
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Read to a therapy dog! For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the afternoon of the program, no prior registration. 3p–4:30p.
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Looking for a space where you, your family, and even friends can have fun with art and creativity? Drop in at our Art Explorers: Family Open Studio! Explore an array of art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. (An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult.) 5p—7p. Free
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
DOWNTOWN DAVIS. Visit 10+ participating venues along the artwalk! Check out art receptions, pop-ups, open studios, live music, and more in Downtown Davis & beyond. This is a great free event to enjoy with friends and family each month. 5p—9p. Free
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.
LOGOS BOOKS. Meet artist Judith Johnson for her 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception. Judith's work celebrates the human condition: history, humor, appreciation of nature, dreams, maps, daily life. She draws inspiration from her garden, cycling, wandering, and the archives of her immigrant grandparents. 5:30p—7:30p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Join us for our monthly reception and enjoy browsing the Holiday Market, complimentary wine, an art-themed scavenger hunt, and live music by Sammy & Lauren Leverone. New exhibits on display include Maryann Steinert-Foley & Diane Williams: The Realm of Possibility, Darrci Robertson: Playful Awakening, and Leslie Allen: The Familiar Wild. 6p—9p. Free
MELON BALL. Watermelon Music & the Friends of Watermelon Music are thrilled to announce a free one-day event to help celebrate the season! We will be offering hot chocolate, candy canes, ornament painting and decorating, and have a sugar cookie frosting station. 7p—9p. Free
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Join us for a joyful holiday fundraiser showcasing the next generation of performers. This brand-new event blends festive music, laughter, and community connection as our youth cast takes center stage. Also enjoy photos with Santa, a cocoa bar, silent auction, and seasonal treats. Fri. at 7p, Sat. & Sun. at 2p. $10
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