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YoloArts' Art Farm Call for Art
2025-07-12 08:00 - 2025-08-27 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Barn Gallery, 512 Gibson Road, Woodland, CA, United States
YoloArts is pleased to be celebrating our 18th annual Art Farm on Oct 25, 2025. This unique event brings together the beauty of the farmlands and artistic expression. Contribute your artwork to the Art Harvest and submit your artwork to the Juried Silent Auction for consideration.
We invite creative and diverse interpretations of Yolo County’s farms and farmlands, open spaces, food and bounty, agriculture, and agricultural heritage. Artists are encouraged to explore these themes through a variety of perspectives—whether representational or abstract, conceptual or experimental.
The call for art includes all media and artistic styles. All artwork must be original and ready for display. Art Harvest artwork will be collected by Art Farm Sponsors and Shovel Ticket holders at the event on October 25, and selected Juried Silent Auction artworks will be available through online bidding between September 18 and October 25.
Apply on our website: https://yoloarts.org/artfarmcallforart/
Entries must be submitted online. Submission forms close August 27 at 5pm. Art must be hand-delivered to The Barn Gallery during the drop-off days.
Artwork Drop-off Deadline: Aug 26 & Aug 27 | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Park Winters Pick Your Own Bouquet
2025-07-12 08:30 - 14:30, 2025-07-13 08:30 - 14:30 | Park Winters, 27850 County Road 26, Winters, C, 95694, United States
Visit Park Winters seasonal flower farm for this exclusive experience. Enjoy the open space to connect with the flowers, and take home a beautiful hand picked bouquet.
This enchanting experience is available most Saturdays and Sundays and includes everything thing you need to pick a beautiful farm grown bouquet. Enjoy a peaceful and creative outing as you wander through the blooms, The Park Winters team will provide guidance on how to clip and gather your flowers. Your bouquet picking experience includes a vessel you can take your flowers home in. If a guest in your party prefers to enjoy the experience without picking flowers, they are welcome to join at no additional charge, the price is per bouquet, $38 — we encourage reservations to ensure you get a spot.
Reservations are booked in 2 hour increments at 8:30AM, 10:30AM and 12:30PM
For more information and to make reservations: www.parkwinters.com/pick-your-own-bouquet

Community Playdate with DPNS
2025-07-12 09:30 - 11:30 | Central Park – Davis, 5th St & B St, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
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. DPNS is planning several playdates throughout the summer — including this one at Central Park at the new splash pad! Saturday July 12, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Teen Awkward Art
2025-07-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Dixon Library, 230 N 1st St, Dixon, CA, 95620, United States
Unleash your inner oddball at our creative free-for-all! Supplies provided. Registration recommended, but not required to attend. This event is geared towards tweens & teens ages 10 to 18. Children under 10 years of age are welcome, but must have a parent or guardian present with them to attend.

Hot Rods & History
2025-07-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Davis Cemetery, 820 Pole Line Road, Davis, CA, 95618
Rev up your engines and cruise on over to the 1st annual Host Rods & History event. Enjoy a stroll through history on our self-guided tour, featuring the stories of our pioneer families and individuals who have shaped our city into what it is today. The car show, brought to you by Davis CruiseIn, will feature a stunning array of classic cars, muscle cars, hot rods, and exotic vehicles from all eras. We plan to have a few food truck options as well.
If you are interested in showing a vehicle at this event, please email Jess Smithers at jess@daviscemetery.org so we have an accurate vehicle count.
This event is a great opportunity to explore the cemetery grounds and learn about all we have to offer.

Capay Lavender June Bloom
2025-07-12 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Capay Valley Lavendar Farm, Capay Valley Lavender, County Road 79, Capay, CA, 95607
Stroll among blooming lavender rows and take part in lavender distillation demos, wreath-making workshops, and product sampling at the Capay Valley Lavender Farm. Guests can shop handcrafted body products, culinary items, and essential oils—all made with farm-grown lavender. New this year: guided tours and a sensory garden experience for children.

Book Binding Bistro: Hungry for More!
2025-07-12 10:30 - 12:30 | 1919 F St, Davis CA, 1919 F St, Davis, 95616, United States
Last month, participants learned how to create zines from single pieces of paper, as well as books with pockets; this month, participants will expand on these structures by filling them with content such as collage, drawing, and poetry. Didn’t get a chance to participate last month? No worries! We will recreate some of last month’s structures at the beginning of this workshop. No prior experience necessary. All materials are provided.

AGES 8+
Price: $40
Times: 10:30am-12:30pm
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Workshop date:
Saturday, July 12
REGISTER NOW

Winters Second Saturday Art Stroll
2025-07-12 14:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Winters, Main Street, Winters, CA, 95694
Winters Second Saturday Art Stroll
2:00 PM 6:00 PM
Downtown Winters at participating locations

Winters Second Saturday Art & Wine Stroll
2025-07-12 14:00 - 18:00 | Winters Main Street, 22 Main Street, Winter, CA, 95694, United States
Winters will come alive with creativity during the next Second Saturday Art & Wine Stroll, happening Saturday, July 12, from 2 to 6 p.m. Visitors are invited to explore local businesses along Railroad Avenue and Main Street, where regional artists will be featured inside participating venues. Guests can view original artwork, watch live demonstrations, enjoy local wine and drink specials, and — best of all — meet the artists in person at select locations to learn more about their work and inspiration.

Woodland Chamber Singers UK Tour Concert
2025-07-12 14:00 - 2025-07-13 15:30, 2025-07-13 14:00 - 2025-07-14 15:30 | Woodland High School Theater, 21 N. West St, Woodland, 95695, United States
Come experience the beautiful selections we will be sharing with our friends across the pond. Enter to win a trip for two to Paris or London. Drawing held at Sunday performance.

$20 adult, $10 ages 3-15 (children under 3 are free)

Bat Talk and Tour
2025-07-12 18:30 - 21:00 | Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area, 45211 County Rd. 32B
Did you know that a huge colony of migratory bats live under the Yolo Causeway during the summer? Join Yolo Basin Foundation for a summertime Bat Talk and Tour to learn all about these amazing and beneficial mammals.
Following a presentation on bat natural history, where you will have the opportunity to see live ambassador bats up close, the group will carpool out to the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area in Davis for a brief tour of the wetlands and rice fields. Then we get in position to watch the “flyout” of the largest urban colony of Mexican free-tailed bats in California. The bats emerge in long ribbons as they head out to hunt for insects for the night.
The whole experience takes about two and a half hours. This is a family friendly event! There is a small amount of walking. Those in wheelchairs or unable to walk may view the bats by car. Please let us know if you have special needs.
Refunding or rescheduling tickets requires two weeks notice and is subject to a $10 administrative fee.
In regards to the recent heat: While it can be very hot in town during the heat of the day, the first hour and a half of this program will take place in an air conditioned room and from your own vehicle during the auto tour. By the time we are outside to view the flyout, it will be nearly sunset. It is typically 10-15 degrees cooler in the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area where we watch the bat flyout.

Moth Night at the UC Davis Bohart Museum of Entomology
2025-07-12 19:00 - 23:00 | Bohart Museum of Entomology (Bohart Museum), 1124 Academic Surge, UC Davis Campus
Free, all-ages event focused on amazing moths. Visit the moth section of this world class research collection, do a craft, meet some experts and learn about moths. Parking nearby is free. Stay as long or as little as you want for this annual event.

Disney, The Hunchback of Notre Dame
2025-07-12 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-07-13 14:00 - 16:30 | Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC), 607 Pena Dr.
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. The Hunchback of Notre Dame is the only stage collaboration from two masters of the American musical theater, composer Alan Menken and lyricist Stephen Schwartz. 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

Sacred Space
2025-07-13 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.

Sacred Space, a meditative gathering
2025-07-13 09:00 - 09:30 | Davis Community Church (DCC), 412 C Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Welcome to Sacred Space!
A meditative gathering offering space to simply be. Light a candle if you wish, breathe, and let yourself come into the calm.
On Sunday, July 13, enjoy contemplative acoustic guitar.
Enjoy tea and refreshments after.
Free!

Winters Farmers Market
2025-07-13 09:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Winters, Main Street, Winters, CA, 95694
Join us in Downtown Winters every Sunday for the Winters Farmers Market.
LOCATION: Downtown Main Street between Railroad & 1st Street
DATE & TIME: Every Sunday 9am-1pm (April 27th-October 26th)
Enjoy local produce, fresh flowers, food vendors & more!

Faith on the Margins: Solidarity, Salvation, and the Gospel of Liberation
2025-07-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Davis Community Church (DCC), 412 C Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
In a world where faith is often entangled with privilege, nationalism, and exclusion, this series offers an invitation to rediscover the Gospel through the lens of those who suffer. Featuring the prophetic voice of Miguel De La Torre, be challenged to move beyond a comfortable, domesticated Christianity toward a faith that stands in radical solidarity with the oppressed.

Second Sunday Bingo
2025-07-13 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.

International Folk Dancing
2025-07-13 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
2025-07-14 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!

Art Explorers: All Day Summer Arts Camp Week 3: July 14-18
2025-07-14 09:00 - 2025-07-18 15:00 | Davis Arts Center, 1919 F St.
Let’s make art! 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. Camp Counselors will guide campers in fun camp activities and outdoor play. All materials are provided, just bring a water bottle, snack, sunscreen and your creativity!
Price: $550
AGES 6 – 12
Monday – Friday, 9 am – 3 pm
Week 3: July 14-18

Dance Fitness Classes at Woodland Senior Center
2025-07-14 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.

Summer Camp at the Barre
2025-07-14 13:30 - 2025-07-18 15:30 | yolo barre, 4625 Second St. #110, Davis, C, 95618, United States
This one week Summer Camp at the Barre is designed to inspire health and happiness in your daughter’s pre-teen body and mind.
Each day includes barre, guided discussions, hands-on workshops, stretching, meditation, and time to reflect. By Friday, she’ll leave with a personalized set of core values—and a whole lot of confidence.
It’s the summer camp you wish you had as a tween.
It’s going to be epic.

Kodama: Echoes of Japan
2025-07-14 17:00 - 20:00 | International House (I-House), 10 College Pk.
A family friendly night of music and dance
Celebrate Japanese Music, Dance, and Family!
Join us for a special, family-friendly evening with Takumi Kato, a renowned taiko drummer and lion dancer from Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Performing alongside his three young sons, their group — Peaceful Forest — is touring the U.S. with a mission to share 1,000 performances that inspire peace and understanding across cultures.
This memorable night will also feature talented local performers:

Kongo Gumi – taiko drumming
Naoko – koto and shamisen
Rie – dance

Celebrate the creativity of children, the power of family, and the ability of music to bring people together.
Tickets: HERE

Adults: $20

Kids (ages 2-12): $10

ArtistBios:

Rie: Rieko Kotoku was born and raised in Tottori, Japan and now resides in Sacramento, California. WIth a strong background in taiko and folk dance, Rie blends both traditional and contemporary music and dance into her own unique style.
Naoko: Naoko is a Davis resident and classically trained performer in koto, shamisen, and biwa. She began her musical journey at age 6, studying under renown masters and gained her professional certification from the Todo Music Association. Naoko has spent over three decades performing across the United States and Japan.
Koyasan Spirit of Children Taiko: Based out of the Northern California Koyasan Buddhist Temple, the Koyasan Spirit of Children Taiko program is open to people of all ages and backgrounds. The group emphasizes personal development and cultivating compassion through the musical journey. While largely a youth program, people of all ages can have the heart of a child playing music together.

Align & Flow Yoga
2025-07-14 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
2025-07-14 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.
