JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. This body of work portrays the psychological state of the individual that goes beyond traditional portraiture. Use of color, symbolism, cast shadows, semi-three dimensional elements, and embedded shadow boxes are meant to reveal the inner thoughts and character of the model. There are recurring themes in the work which include nature, the state of the planet, human connection to animals, youth, and mental health. Free
PENCE GALLERY. The Emerging Artist Award 2026 is now open for applications via www.callforentry.org. This award of $4000 supports the creation of new work by emerging artists in California and the opportunity to share that work through an exhibit and an artist talk in January-February 2027 at the Pence. Apply by April 9. $35—40
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. The Oakland-based artist is inspired by familial and global histories, food, music, and mourning. The exhibition features a reconfigured clock tower sculpture that alludes to market structures in the Eastern Mediterranean Levant region, and new works in ceramic and bronze that speak to familial and cultural ties across time. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Learn how to make a vase or stein in this two-day workshop! Students will create functional artwork by rolling out slabs and sculpting their own custom pieces. Whether you want a unique decoration for your home or a handmade gift, this workshop will guide you through the full process from forming to finishing. All materials provided; for ages 16+. 3:30p—5:30p. $60
DAVIS LANGUAGE ACADEMY. Beginner French class focused on basic and practical conversational skills. Registration is required by emailing davislanguageacademy@gmail.com. 5:30p—6:30p. Free
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Works by Wilhelm Friedemann Bach, Hendel Almétus, Béla Bartók, Wil Offermans, and Sérgio Assad. 12p—1p. Free
SUDWERK BREWING CO. Join for two talks from members of the UC Davis Physics & Astronomy department. Sam Schmidt will talk about mapping the universe in six colors with the Rubin Observatory, and Emilija Pantic will talk about searching for particle dark matter underground. 6p—8p.
RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. How can we unpack AI's risks, separate out our anxiety, and work to amplify the best parts of being human? How can we grapple with AI in ways that are informed, clear-eyed, and ethical? If you're eager for deeply-researched answers to these questions, join for a fireside chat about AI between Jacob Ward and Pamela Wu. 7p—8:30p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Clothing that we wear often reflects our personal identity, our culture, or both. Participating artists in Worn explore this theme, illustrating how clothing is a large part of how we see ourselves and how ordinary garments can hold memories and meaning. 11:30a—5p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. View a solo exhibit by Charlene Will, the recipient of the 2025 Pence Gallery Emerging Artist Award. Her work is rooted in a reverence for nature. Working with oils on canvas, she uses traditional and self-taught brushwork, glazes, and the removal of layers to reveal the ephemeral qualities of light and color found in various natural ecosystems. 11:30a—5p. Free
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. TriMusica, with clarinetist Sandra McPherson, cellist Susan Lamb Cook, and pianist John Cozza, presents two centuries of clarinet trios—an engaging program of works by Ludwig van Beethoven, French composer Louise Farrenc, and Bay Area composer Durwin Hsieh. 12p—1p. Free
LOGOS BOOKS. Meet watercolor artist Lorie Topinka and view paintings from her private collection highlighting the people and festivals of San Miguel de Allende. Light refreshments will be served. 5p—7:30p. Free
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