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 18+. 3:30p—5:30p. $60
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
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Fabulously fun and based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. This action-packed musical explodes on the stage with memorable songs and dynamic dances. Equally parts hilarious and heartwarming, this musical is so much fun it should be illegal. For ages 11 & up. Fri. & Sat. 7:30p—10:30p. Sun. 2p—5p. $22
DAVIS WALDORF SCHOOL. Join us for a glimpse inside Davis Waldorf School's preschool and kindergarten classrooms by attending an open house! Preview the kinds of curriculum and rhythm children enrolled at Davis Waldorf School experience. We invite children and caregivers to come explore, learn, and play. 10a—12p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Learn how to use your digital camera and editing software to create a personal body of work in this insightful 5-session class from Jan. 10—Feb. 7. Master the intricacies of digital cameras and industry-leading software to launch your photographic journey. This class requires a digital camera (no iPhones). Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—12p. $160—170
PENCE GALLERY. Join us for a fun and stimulating talk with "The Realm of Possibility" artists, Diane Williams and Maryann Steinert-Foley. Director Natalie Nelson will facilitate the conversation on their respective processes, layers of meaning in the work, and the balance between art and life. Free for students & Pence Members; $10 at the door for non-Members. 2p—3:30p. $0—10
THE AVID READER BOOKSTORE. Join us to hear from Sasha Abramsky on his new book American Carnage: How Trump, Musk and DOGE butchered the US Government. 6:30p—7:30p. Free
ONLINE VIA ZOOM. In this 5-week class by Unity of Davis, we'll explore powerful spiritual practices—from Radical Self-Awareness to Forgiveness and Reclaiming Your Creative Power—that guide us beyond the "false self" into authentic wholeness and inner freedom. Experience spiritual teaching, guided meditation, journaling, and sacred conversation in a supportive virtual community. 4p—5:30p. $5
PENCE GALLERY. In this 6-week workshop, artist Misuk Goltz will guide students on how to create harmonious compositions, value studies of various subjects, and painterly watercolors using a limited palette. Participants should be familiar with the basics of drawing, watercolor painting, mixing colors, and gray scale. Tuesdays, Jan. 13—Feb. 17. 10a—12p. $195—215
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