PIONEER PARK. Parents with young children are invited to join a free community playdate with Davis Parent Nursery School friends. Parents and kids can meet new friends, chat, and play together outside at local parks. 3p—5p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Slow jazz jam for musicians working on their improvisational jazz chops. This jam is for musicians who are proficient on their instrument but are new to jazz. Meets every third Wednesday of the month. 3p—5p. Free
THE BARN GALLERY, WOODLAND. Join us for a night of wine, paint pouring, and creative flow at Yolo Arts! Flow Vibes is a painting party with a fluid twist where you’ll explore color in motion with playful pours and dreamy drips. 5p—8p. $30
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Join us for our first-ever Summer Show! Come celebrate a season of creativity with artwork made by students in our summer camps and classes. Meet the staff, explore the vibrant displays, and see all the fun and imagination that filled our summer! 6p—7p. Free
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Enjoy the sounds of the Folk Music Folks while indulging in delicious seafood from Cousins Maine Lobster! Ticket includes a glass of wine & live music. 5p—8p. $15
COMMUNITY MERCANTILE. Community Mercantile is holding a pop up sale at 1611 2nd St, Davis. Find tons of furniture and household items at affordable prices. 9:30a—1p. Free
37750 SACRAMENTO STREET, YOLO. Admire over 100 classic cars and trucks plus antique tractors, gas engines and fire trucks lining the streets of Yolo. Enjoy the Youth Lowrider Bike Show, raffle, vendors, food, music, and family friendly activities. Proceeds benefit the Yolo Branch Library. 10a—3p. Free
VILLAGE HOMES COMMUNITY CENTER. Village Dance is an ecstatic dance inspired, alcohol-free, intentional, judgment-free, inclusive space for movement and music. We gather once per month for a journey of music, movement, and mindfulness. We start with an opening workshop, followed by a DJ set, and end with a live sound journey. 11a—1:30p. $15—25
VOLT COFFEE TEA & TAPS. Kick start your morning with music and great coffee at a morning party hosted by DRC Creatives! 11a—3p. Free
FULL BELLY FARM, GUINDA. Join Community Alliance with Family Farmers for our annual Summer Soirée at beautiful Full Belly Farm in the Capay Valley. Enjoy a farm-fresh dinner, local wines, craft beers, live music, and a spirited auction—all in support of the farmers who nourish us. 4p—8p. $125
SOPHIA'S THAI KITCHEN. Join us for our monthly event series at Sophia's Thai with a locally curated lineup of house DJs produced by DRC Creatives. 8p—12a. Free
Since 2016, STEAC has worked hand in hand with our community of donors and volunteers to help fill the weekend hunger gap in local school children through the Food Packs for Kids Program. Join us in supporting our school students in need across Yolo County. To learn more about how to support this campaign as an individual or as a business, please visit www.steac.org.
ODD FELLOWS HALL. Come hear some fabulous solo acoustic guitar by Davis musician Kurt Roggli. He will share a selection of songs (some originals) on acoustic guitar, conveying both his love for the instrument and some of his favorite picking styles. Open mic at 7p and featured performance at 8:30p. 7p—9p. Free
JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. In this new exhibition, Jeff Myers addresses his diverse interests through juxtapositions in his distinctive, colorful style. His primary themes center on both natural and human-made environments, and how individuals relate to those settings. Myers introduces nature as an integral part of each painting, depicting elements within the borders and confines of different figures, forms of technology, and everyday objects. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. This jam is for musicians who are proficient on their instrument and have experience playing in jazz jams, ensembles, etc. Meets every fourth Wednesday of the month. 3p—5p. Free
CENTRAL PARK. Swing, Big Band, and Latin jazz standards! 4p—7p. Free
G STREET, DAVIS. DRC Creatives is producing a bi-monthly block party in collaboration with the Downtown Davis Business Association and sponsored by Club420. Every other Thursday this fall, come hang out on G street with live music, art and happy hour discounts. 6p—8p. Free
SUDWERK BREWING CO. 100+ Women Who Care Yolo County is an extraordinary group of women who make an immediate, direct, and positive impact on Yolo County through collective giving. Connect with others, meet representatives from nonprofits, and vote to decide who will be the recipient of our collective gift. 7p—8:30p. Free
SACRAMENTO CITY COLLEGE, DAVIS CENTER. Sacramento City College (SCC) offers a three-unit introductory beer and brewing course, NUTRI 336, as part of its Food Science program. The course covers the stages of malting and brewing, major ingredients, beer styles, and factors affecting beer quality. On Fridays for the Fall semester. 9a—12p. $120
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Relax to the melodies of Loshandra Ostrava while enjoying your meal from a local food truck! Ticket includes a glass of wine & live music. 5p—8p. $15
SWIMAMERICA-DAVIS. Looking for a fast, flexible way to get your child in the water? Join us for a pop-up swim lesson! These special 30-minute lessons are designed for swimmers of all levels (ages 1–10). 10a—2:15p.
THE BARN STUDIO, WOODLAND. Over four weeks, we’ll explore memory, meaning, and voice through creative in-class exercises, readings, discussion, and homework. Each class will focus on creating a community of writers, as well as generating new material and developing confidence on the page so you can begin to shape your stories. Suitable for both beginners & more experienced writers. On Tuesdays, Sep. 2—23. 6p—8p. $350
EVERYWHERE SCIENCE, 720 OLIVE DR, SUITE N. Ready to bring your creative ideas to life on screen? Sign up for a 4-week evening class designed for beginners to learn the fundamentals of video editing using Adobe Premiere Pro. On Tuesdays, Sep. 2—23; register by emailing craig@everywhere-science.org. 7p—8:15p. $375
THE OAKENSHIELD COTTAGE, VILLAGE HOMES. Join us for an evening of heart-to-heart connection, where we go beyond the surface and dive into the essence of our shared humanity. Experience guided connection activities, opportunities to explore and stretch comfort zones, and reflective sharing and group dynamics. 7p—9:30p. $25—35
DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. Based in Sacramento, Mae McCoy & Her Neon Stars are Northern California’s premier Western Swing and vintage country dance band, delivering high-energy, two-step-ready shows wherever they play. Davis Odd Fellows Concert series are donation only with all money going to the musicians. We encourage donations at the door. 7:30p—9p. Free
THE ARTERY. Thelma Weatherford describes her abstracts as mindscapes, reflecting textures of nature and environment, including the patina of buildings and other structures. John Scott’s work shows a love for strong lines, rhythm, and vibrant contrast. Jerry DeCamp’s paintings reflect the beauty of nature and its immortality. Schorré Chevalier Oldham presents unedited interpretations, capturing moments in time. Free
THE HIVE TASTING ROOM AND KITCHEN. Enjoy an outdoor concert by Mariachi Bonitas, a seasonal menu, craft beverages, and complimentary honey tasting at northern California’s largest honey and mead tasting room. Pay what you can. 5p—8p. $0—20
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Kick off your weekend with music from the Mr. Q Band and delicious food from a local food truck! Ticket includes a glass of wine & live music. 5p—8p. $15
GALLERY 625, WOODLAND. Join us for the opening reception of Sac Open Studios in Yolo: An exhibition hosted by YoloArts. All are welcome to attend this free event that coincides with the downtown Woodland First Friday event! 5:30p—8p. Free
732 3RD STREET, SUITE B. Adults can try out a free Spanish conversation class! Register by emailing davislanguageacaedmy@gmail.com. 6p—7p. Free
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s brilliant take of the 1950 movie, that is both haunting and desperately sad Hollywood, 1949. Forgotten silent film-era star Norma Desmond longs to return to the silver screen. Holed away in her decaying mansion on Sunset Boulevard, Desmond lures handsome, struggling screenwriter Joe Gillis into her orbit, seeking someone to pen a movie that will fulfill her fantasy of a big-screen comeback. Recommended for ages 13 & up. Fri. & Sat. 7:30p—10:30p; Sun. 2p—5p. $20—22
PENCE GALLERY. Preview fantastic sculptures, paintings, photography, textiles, and more by 100+ local and regional artists online at bit.ly/penceartauction and in person at the Pence. Silent auction bidding opens online at midnight on Sept. 6 and closes at 8p on Sept. 27. Event proceeds directly support the Pence’s innovative exhibits and education programs. Free
MACE RANCH PARK. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate—it's up to you! 8a—9:30a. Free
DAVIS SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTER. Learn a simple yet profound meditation practice that is grounded in the ancient Tibetan teachings of Shambhala. Each session will include talks, guided meditation instruction, small discussion groups, and a tea break. All levels of practice welcome. 8:30a—12:30p. $50—200
REDWOOD BUILDING. Davis Sunset Rotary is sponsoring a Pet First Aid and CPR Training to benefit animal rescue efforts in Uman, Davis' sister city in Ukraine. 9a—12:30p. $65
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Start your day with a sparkling welcome and then head out into the vineyard, where you’ll pick the grapes that will become our 2025 Rosé. Afterward, join in on our classic grape stomp-feel the squish beneath your toes-followed by a scrumptious harvest lunch. 10a—2p. $95
THE HIVE TASTING ROOM AND KITCHEN, WOODLAND. Visit The HIVE to learn about five Woodland area artists participating in Sacramento Open Studios! We’ll have a small exhibition of their art, plenty of artist guides and maps. 11a—5p. Free
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Embark on a decadent flavor journey at Great Bear Vineyards. We’ve curated a luxurious tasting flight of four award-winning wines, each paired with rich, handcrafted chocolates selected to complement and elevate every sip. 12p—5p. $30
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Drop in for an afternoon of art making inspired by this fall’s exhibitions. Each month, we offer a different activity that explores ideas, materials, and processes connected to works of art on view. All ages and skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provided. 1p—4p. Free
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Enjoy a luxurious tasting flight of four award-winning wines, each paired with rich, handcrafted chocolates. 12p–3p. $30
CANNERY FARMHOUSE. Join for a special mini-retreat focused on the mental load of mothering. Within a small group, we connect, explore the pre-selected theme, eat yummy food, and enjoy memorable activities together. 3p—5p. $33
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. Join us for an evening of Indian classical music with Abhishek Basu on tabla and Chiradip Sarkar on santoor, a traditional Indian hammered dulcimer. This is a unique opportunity to experience the depth and beauty of Indian classical music in a live, interactive setting. 5p—7p. $20
THE DAVIS COLLECTION. Celebrate the grand opening of The Davis Collection, Davis' newest shopping and dining destination! This family-friendly celebration will include a ribbon cutting ceremony, live music, exclusive store promotions, Kona ice, face painting, and fun activities for all ages. The first 100 guests will receive a free commemorative bag! 3p—5p. Free
DIXON LIBRARY. Meet your local Dixon Unified School District (DUSD) Superintendent Brett Barley. Registration recommended, but not required to attend. 4p—5p. Free
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Fit4Mom Davis-Woodland and Great Bear are teaming up to offer an evening that includes an easy to moderate Vinyasa flow set to groovy tunes, an inspirational reading by local writer Jessica Guerrieri, and a glass of delicious wine. 6p—8p. $20
PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. If you have never drawn from a live model before and would like to join us, you are very welcome! 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
THE AVID READER. Bestselling and award-winning author Mason Deaver’s adult romance debut follows a journalist in a dead-end job who agrees to teach his disastrous blind date how to be a better boyfriend. Readers will delight in this sweet and steamy queer romance with trans representation! 6:30p—7:30p. Free
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Soprano Rena Harms, a Grand Finalist in the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions, and Dr. John Cozza, piano, will perform works of deFalla, Strauss, and Barber at the Second Friday FREE noon concert series, "Live@DCC"! 12p—1p. Free
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 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
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