CHESTNUT 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. 9:30a—11:30a. Free
SHEPARD GARDEN AND ARTS CENTER, SACRAMENTO. Local enthusiasts will show off the Bromeliads, Tillslandias, Sundews, Nepenthese and others. Some easy to grow and some harder to find plants will also be offered for sale. Sat, 10a—4p & Sun, 10a—3p. Free
CAPAY VALLEY LAVENDER FARM. Stroll among blooming lavender rows and take part in lavender distillation demos, wreath-making workshops, and product sampling. Guests can shop handcrafted body products, culinary items, and essential oils—all made with farm-grown lavender. 10a—4p.
PENCE GALLERY. Our annual Treasure Sale is a great event for those who are looking to downsize their unwanted family heirlooms, or for those who are looking to find a few new treasures. All proceeds from this sale, which takes place at the Gallery, support the Pence’s exhibits and education programs. 11:30a—5p. Free
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. 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! 1p—4p. Free
NASHOBA WINES. The Davis Bookworms is 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. 1:30p—4p. Free
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. In this brand new production, a lush, emotionally rich score highlights the music’s orchestral power and choral beauty in an intimate retelling of the famous love story. Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz. Recommended for theater goers 11 and up. Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30p, Sundays at 2p. $18—22
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Something Rotten! is a comedic musical that tells the story of the Bottom brothers, Nick and Nigel, who are playwrights living in Elizabethan England. The plot is set in 1595, when the Bottom brothers are struggling to compete with the wild success of their contemporary, William Shakespeare. Desperate to write a hit play, Nick consults a soothsayer who foretells that the future of theater will be "a musical." This leads the brothers on a hilarious journey as they attempt to create the world's first musical. 2p or 7:30p. $9—35
PAMELA TROKANSKI STUDIO. Connect with other cultures, while connecting to other people. Dance shoes are required. 7p—9:30p. $10
WOODLAND SENIOR CENTER. Tai chi (太极) is an ancient Chinese martial art that is practiced mainly for physical and mental health. 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! 8:50a—9:50a.
THE BARN STUDIO, WOODLAND. Young artists will dive into an exciting week of artistic discovery, hands-on projects, and skill-building in this immersive studio camp. Each day, campers will explore different mediums, movements, and artists, gaining inspiration from art history while developing their own unique styles. 9a—12p. $321.96
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Join us for a week of art adventures, friendship, and fun during Summer break. Explore ceramics, paper mache, painting, drawing, and mixed media, led by our amazing team of Teaching Artists. 9a—3p. $550
