UC DAVIS. Our 15th annual event highlighting science collections and biodiversity across the UC Davis campus. This is a free, all ages event where people get to go behind the scenes and connect with scientists studying birds, plants, insects, fossils, nematodes, yeast and much more. Hours vary between museums. 9a—4p. Free
PUTAH CREEK, DAVIS. Davis Forest School's all-outdoors preschool/kinder program for 3-6 year olds gives children the opportunity to learn and play in the rhythm of the seasons, while building friendships, resilience, and a deep sense of belonging in nature. Join us for an upcoming Open House, where we’ll welcome new families, walk the land together, and share the heart of our work. RSVP required. 11a—12:30p.
PENCE GALLERY. Join Manuel Fernando Rios as he talks with fellow artist John Yoyogi Fortes about his formative years as an artist, his artistic process, and current work in his exhibit at the Pence. This event is free for students & Pence Members and $10 at the door for non-Members. 2p—3:30p. $0—10
DAVIS WINE BAR. The Pasta Exchange's Get Sauced popup returns to the Davis Wine Bar on Saturdays for winter & spring! We’ve updated the menu with fresh new pastas. Reservations required. 5p—9p.
WATERMELON MUSIC, MELON BALL. Enjoy a performance by the Sacramento-based pop/rock band Bahena and R&B artists Yoni and Bexo. 8p—10p. $20
THE ARTERY. Explore texture, color, and storytelling through mixed media in this workshop with Schorré Chevalier Oldham. No rules—just intuition, paper, and creativity! Hands-on, experimental, and artist-led. For ages 18+; all materials included. 1p—3p. $40
DAVIS. Come join Davis Forest School for a Forest Bathing walk led by Forest Mentor Connor Rosenblatt! You will be invited to use your senses to intimately explore the natural world in the presence of a supportive community of practitioners. For ages 13+; address provided after registration. 1p—3:30p. $20
MONDAVI CENTER, JACKSON HALL. Rising Stars of Opera features singers from the acclaimed San Francisco Opera Center performing a wide range of great arias with full orchestral accompaniment from our own UC Davis Symphony Orchestra. 2p—3:30p. Free
Our mission is to provide a safe space to support, educate, reach out to and inspire people of all genders and orientations in and around Davis. Meetings are everything from support groups to educational lectures and community events. To join us, email admin3@davisphoenixco.org. 6p—8p. Free
WATERMELON MUSIC, MELON BALL. Whether you're looking for a venue to share your own talents or just looking to enjoy hearing (and seeing) some local performers, we invite you to this free monthly event. Play us your favorite song, tell us some jokes, act out a scene from your favorite play with friends. Door open and sign-ups begin at 5:30p. 6p—8p. Free
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH, FIRESIDE ROOM. Connect with other cultures, while connecting to other people Sunday nights. All levels are welcome. 7p—9:30p. First time is free; $7
UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
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