GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Delight in the sounds of Jim Baxter & Potential Jazz Ensemble while eating tasty empanadas from Buenos Aires Grill! Ticket includes a glass of wine and live music. 5p—8p. $15
DOWNTOWN DAVIS. Check out art receptions, pop-ups, open studios, live music, and more in Downtown Davis & beyond. This is a great free event to enjoy with friends and family each month. 5p—9p. Free
LOGOS BOOKS. During the ArtAbout artwalk, visit to view various styles of vivid tattoo art by the staff of Death Or Glory, a tattoo and piercing shop in Davis that has been owned and operated by Phil Geck and Chelsea Daskalos for fourteen years. 6p—8p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Explore a variety of art at the Pence during the 2nd Friday ArtAbout! View Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art, Focus on Nature: Beyond Eden by Rochelle Mason, Exhibit It! A Community Art Exhibit, and Emma Ware: Berryessa Summer. Enjoy complimentary wine by Turkovich Family Wines. 6p—9p. 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—10a. Free
OAKSHADE TOWN CENTER. Sierra, part of the TJ Maxx family of brands, is celebrating the grand opening of its newest location in Davis. Expect a fun-filled morning of music, giveaways, and surprise chances to win Sierra gift cards. Plus, Sacramento’s Mix 96 will be broadcasting live from 12 PM to 2 PM with additional prizes and on-air excitement. 8a—7p.
HILTON GARDEN INN SACRAMENTO AIRPORT NATOMAS. Struggling with weight? Your Weight Matters Sacramento is designed to give you the support, information, and resources you need to take control of your health—without judgement. Hear from leading experts in weight management, nutrition, and mental health who will address common struggles and provide strategies to help you. Enjoy a free brunch and connect with people who understand your experiences. 9a—1p. Free
THE AVID READER. Celebrate everything you love about romance! Join us for a day dedicated to heartwarming reads, swoon-worthy activities, and community fun you won’t want to miss: Romance Bundle Giveaway, Blind Date with a Romance Book, Love Letter Writing Station, and Romance Novel Scavenger Hunt. 10a—6p. Free
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Join us for an all-levels outdoor yoga experience. Breathe deeply, stretch fully, and soak in the beauty of California wine country. Bring your mat, a water bottle, and your love for movement and nature. Ticket includes yoga class & a glass of wine. 11a—12p. $30
DOWNTOWN WINTERS. Art lovers and wine enthusiasts are invited to experience the charm of Winters. Businesses along Main Street and Railroad Avenue will transform into pop-up galleries showcasing the work of talented regional artists. 2p—6p. Free
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. 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. 9a—9:30a. Free
DAIRY FIELD, DAVIS. HeyCoach is a platform connecting Division 1 athletes with youth athletes for high-quality, sport-specific coaching. Small group clinics include soccer, volleyball, and tennis, coached by D1 athletes. These clinics are designed for elementary and middle schoolers to develop their skills and confidence while learning from elite athletes in a fun environment. Learn more at www.heycoach.pro. 9a—11:30a. $100
THE ARTERY. Celebrating the heat of summer with wicked hot savings! The gallery will be filled with drastically reduced treasures, and new inventory will be added throughout the month. Shop from paintings, photography, prints, jewelry, woodwork, ceramics, gourds, greeting cards, fiber art, paper art, stained glass, fused and blown glass, woven baskets, and books.
THE ARTERY. Clyde Elmore, nature and wildlife photographer. Come see a lifetime of wonder through Clyde's lens. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Let’s make art! Join us for a week of art adventures, friendship, & fun during Summer break. Explore ceramics, paper mache, painting, drawing, & mixed media, led by our amazing team of Teaching Artists. Camp Counselors will guide campers in fun camp activities & outdoor play. All materials are provided, just bring a water bottle, snack, sunscreen & your creativity! Monday - Friday 9a - 3p. $550
PASTE THAI. COOL Cuisine hosts flash mob dining events for those searching for planet-friendly, plant-based meals and new friends. Join in on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Show up, sit with other COOL people, order a plant-based meal off the menu! Pay for what you order. 6p—8p.
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
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Bring you deck. Bring your friends and have a wonderful time. 6p-8p. $12
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Join us for a hands-on workshop to shape the future of mobility, housing, open space, jobs and livability in Davis. Your input will help define the vision, outcomes and issues in the General Plan, our blueprint for how our community will grow and thrive in the coming decades. 6p—8p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. The Davis Senior Commission will meet at the Davis Senior Center (soon to be renamed the Davis Community Center) to discuss opportunities and concerns impacting our senior community. Interested members of the public are invited to attend. 1p—3p.
OLD SUGAR MILL, CLARKSBURG. Join us for amazing wine and live musicians for our Music at the Mill Event Series. 5:30p—8:30p. $25
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Janmastami, the birth of Sri Krishna—the speaker of the Bhagavad Gita, is celebrated all over the world. Experience this auspicious event, delight in the joy of chanting sacred mantras, learn "Who Is Krishna", and enjoy vegetarian snacks. RSVP today to save your spot! 6p—7:30p. Free
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Get down with tunes from The Teds Band while enjoying food from a local food truck! Ticket includes a glass of wine & live music. 5p—8p. $15
NATALIE'S CORNER. The grand opening will be emceed by Bob Dunning and will feature remarks by City of Davis Vice Mayor Donna Neville and Chair of the Natalie Corona Committee Lois Wolk, live music and a countdown to officially open the splash pad. Light refreshments will be available. 10a—11a. Free
THE BLUE ROSE, WOODLAND. Dave Nachmanoff is an internationally touring folk-rock singer-songwriter from Davis. The Usual Culprits will feature Nick Carvajal on bass & vocals and Ryan Davis on drums. This is a special event with limited capacity so we are encouraging guests to pre-pay. All donations go to the band. Register to attend at bluerosewoodland.com. 7p—9p. $25
CENTRAL PARK. Two free sets of Big Band, Swing, and Latin jazz favorites! The fair runs from 10a—4p. 11a—1p. Free
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
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
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
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
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
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.
THE BARN STUDIO. Engage your child’s creativity in a supportive space where young artists explore 2D art techniques like charcoal, pastels, and paints. Sessions offer guided prompts and the freedom to pursue independent projects. 3:30p—5:30p. Free
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
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
CENTRAL PARK. Swing, Big Band, and Latin jazz standards! 4p—7p. 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
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Explore an array of different art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. Supplies will be available to let your creative imagination run wild, but you are welcome to bring your own! An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult. Art Explorers: Family Open Studio is FREE every second Friday for ArtAbout. 5p—7p. $5
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
BAREFOOT YOGA STUDIO DAVIS. Enjoy an amazing sound bath experience for deep relaxation and meditation. It uses a variety of instruments, including Himalayan singing bowls, crystal bowls, gongs, chimes, and human voice, to create a landscape of sound that washes over you. No experience is needed, bring your yoga mat, and eye pillow and enjoy! 8p—9p. $30—35
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.
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.
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
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