THRU December 23. PETER J. SHIELDS LIBRARY. Exhibit traces the Asian American Activism movement from the 1960s to the present, with a focus on the University of California, Davis campus. Using documents, photographs, and oral histories recordings, this interactive exhibit strives to diversify online sources for Asian American History and ethnic studies.
THRU Feb 10. SHIELDS LIBRARY. Democracy by Participation highlights the life and career of Cruz Reynoso (1931-2021), the first Chicano Associate Justice of the California Supreme Court, former professor at the UC Davis School of Law, and recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
THRU JAN 7. John Natsoulas Center for the Arts. A member of the UC Davis studio art faculty and a participant in the Bay Area Funk Movement, Wiley produced an iconic body of work.
THRU JAN 7. John Natsoulas Center for the Arts. A thrilling exhibition of paintings, sculptures, and works on paper by the leading 20th-Century Funk artists from California and Chicago.
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Hollowell is a rising star in the art world, known primarily for paintings & drawings that map the body through figuration & abstraction. Exhibit features soft pastel drawings. On view until May 8, 2023.
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. First-generation art faculty member & UC Davis Professor Emeritus Roy De Forest (1930-2007) is beloved for his colorful narrative figurative paintings, drawings & prints. Exhibition on view until May 8, 2023.
Our free Healing Arts program begins on Sept. 30. This 6-session workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Through the process of art-making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space in the Pence Learning […]
“Woven Air: Dhakai Jamdani Textile From Bangladesh,” an exhibition of traditional Bangladeshi textiles noted for a weaving technique that creates surface decorations, opens at the UC Davis Design Museum on Oct. 3. This exhibition features fine-count Jamdani, the ornate textile that has experienced a revival in Bangladesh. Jamdani artisans employ the same weaving techniques of […]
In this 6-session workshop, watercolor artist Misuk Goltz will guide you in discovering how to capture the attitude, mood, and gestures of a person in an environment. Participants will explore how to structure design aesthetics, composition, shape, value, and color in relation to the figure and the surroundings. No portrait painting experience is necessary, but […]
Steve Briscoe’s exhibit, Worthy Mysteries, includes a stunning selection of found object sculpture, paintings, and installations that invite both contemplation and joyful delight. Using second-hand objects such as old signs, stencils, and chairs, he builds structures that seem precariously connected. His series of hand-made tools of unknown function seems to hint at our universal ability […]
Interwoven is an exhibit by a group of artists who have been meeting for several years to pursue shared questions of making art in our time. Members originate from places as distant as India and Germany, and as near as Davis. Educated in many aspects of art and design, the group shares a deep curiosity […]
JUNE & SIMPLE invites all young artists and makers to show and sell their work at the store this November. Join us for this community event, and support talented kids from Davis.
On an annual basis, the Davis Cemetery District holds a Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration on our grounds. This celebration is one of the last Mesoamerican indigenous-influenced rituals, honoring mother earth and all its ancestors. This celebration is part of an effort to create a community, a sense of belonging, and […]
Bring your kids, grandkids, and friends to this “spooky” holiday event. We will enjoy food, fun, and end with a costume contest. If we are lucky, we may have some teeny trick-or-treaters pop in for some candy! Date and time: Oct. 31, 11 am Location: Davis Senior Center
Treat Trail is baaaaackkkk! Join us downtown on Oct. 31 from 2:30–5:30p. Local businesses will hand out treats to trick-or-treaters. Click here for a map of the event and here for a list of participating businesses. Also check out the Oct. 30 Zombie Mash from 4–6p at 228 E St.!
Gallery 1855 November Artists! Monday through Friday 8am - 3pm Artist Statement for Marguerite: During my walks in nature, I often see people and creatures. The Mind’s Eye are a “reflection” of this blending – that of humanity and nature. Using the mylars reflections, I photograph how nature and individual(s) merge into one. Neither distinct […]
In conjunction with the California Studio Manetti Shrem Artist Residencies program, there will be a special screening of Xu Bing’s acclaimed film Dragonfly Eyes. The screening will be held on Nov. 1 in the Main Theatre, Wright Hall, at 4:30p. The event is free and open to the public. Xu Bing’s first feature film stitches together surveillance […]
Learn about the meaning of Día de los Muertos. Decorate a sugar skull and a calavera mask. Aprende sobre el significado del Día de los Muertos. Decora una calavera de azúcar y una máscara de calavera. No registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Davis Public Library. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in […]
The John Natsoulas Gallery is proud to present a new exhibition in honor of Robert Arneson (Sept. 4, 1930 – Nov. 2, 1992). Commemorating the 30-year anniversary of the passing of the great artist, this show will offer visitors the chance to see amazing sculptures and works on paper by this artist who shaped the […]
WOODSTOCK'S. First pint is full price, but you get to keep the glass—& every pint after that night is 50% off for the night. Ask the bartenders when you arrive. 8p to close.
Open mic and karaoke at G Street Wunderbar. Comedy, hip-hop, live bands, spoken word, and much more. Guitar, bass, and drums provided by the establishment. Sign-ups start at 9p, the event goes until 1a. Free, 21+. Drink specials.
This event explores cultural texts that have emerged in the wake of the triple disaster of earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear catastrophe that hit northeastern Japan on March 11, 2011. On Nov. 3 at 6:30p, there will be a screening of the documentary film, Bon-Uta, a Song from Home, never screened before in the continental U.S. One […]
Yolo Basin Foundation’s Flyway Nights speaker series is back! Programs will begin at 7p via Zoom and start with a presentation by Cliff Feldheim of CalTrout called “Fins and Feathers: Conserving Salmon and Birds through Habitat Restoration, Enhancement and Management.” A $10 donation to support the Foundation’s wetland education programs is suggested. To register (and […]
Davis Odd Fellows Thursday Live! is a monthly music series happening the first Monday of each month. November 3rd features Lorin Rowan’s Rattlebox playing “Progressive Acoustic Americana.” Doors Open 7:00PM. Show at 7:30PM. Davis Odd Fellows Lodge, 415 2nd Street, Davis, CA 95616 FREE SHOW – All donations to support the musicians. No Host Bar
The Poetry Night Reading Series is excited to feature Joshua McKinney with Matthew Chronister at 7 PM on Thursday, November 3rd, 2022, on the roof of the John Natsoulas Gallery, 521 1st Street in Davis. Joshua McKinney’s most recent book of poetry is Small Sillion (Parlor Press, 2019). His work has appeared in such journals […]
Jan Walker’s paintings celebrate the beauty and freedom of the wild horses who roam the Western states. As an artist, she is deeply inspired by their strength, and the bonds that they form with different generations of their herd. As she writes of their strong connection to the land, “They are as equally of the […]
WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free
Jessica Colvin, Assistant Campus Landscape Architect, will be provide a tour of the new Teaching and Learning Complex landscape. Jessica will share insights and design ideas on how the campus is working to enhance ecological diversity and how you can do it at home, too—all while enjoying tea! Runs from 1:10–2p on Friday, Nov. 4. […]
According to Bazooka will play a free concert of original Americana & Folk Rock at Sudwerk Brewing Company. Akka Kadai will be the food truck that evening.
Stuffing is a beloved holiday side dish that some people love so much, they make more than one kind! In this class we will make three different stuffings: a classically flavored one, a stuffing full of nuts and fruit, and—of course—a cornbread stuffing. Come find your favorite! Date and Time: Fri., Nov. 4 from 5:30–7:30 […]
Join us for a celebration of poetry as four local poets share from their recent works. Veronica Jarboe, reading from Sweethearts and Sorrows Carmen Micsa, reading from Morsels of Love Matthew Mitchell, reading from The Adored Garden André Naffis-Sahely, reading from High Desert
Lisa Graciano Paul Miller Patrick Liddell Megan Hewitt Richard Phillips Bay Area Indonesian-folk-rock fusion group Purnamasari grew out of the idea of supporting a new generation of artists from both sides of the world through music and dance. The concert takes place on the eve of the LUCE Foundation’s conference “Rethinking the History of Indonesian […]
Mission Blue plays traditional bluegrass with harmony singing and old-time picking Farm Hours: tu/we 3-8 th/fr 3-9 sa/su 12-9
This workshop tackles the square. Under the guidance of artist Michael Shemchuk, participants will create mixed media artwork using the Abstraction by Design method, a mixed media process in which one applies paper and paint to panels in simultaneous layers. Students will build up a surface that enables one to sand, scrape, saturate, peel, paint, […]
This park is 587 acres of natural area with rural hiking trails and access to 54,000 acres of Bureau of Land Management (BLM) property which includes the Blue Ridge Trail. The terrain defines this park with its steep slopes and beautiful view of the Capay Valley and beyond. Tuleyome and our volunteers constructed the original […]
Event: Join us as we plant understory plants in the Dogs and Philosophers Grove at the Tree Davis Memorial Grove. We will be digging holes, planting drought-tolerant plants, and spreading mulch. Parking: Please park on White Sands Ln or Pinnacles Pl. We will meet in the grassy area in the center of the grove. The […]
With the festive season upon us, Davis Senior Center is offering a unique and lovely annual Holiday Craft Fair. There’s free parking in a large lot, complimentary refreshments, and no entry fee. Stroll inside and browse rows of handmade wares made by local and regional artisans and crafters. It’s a one-stop shop for gifts and […]
This Nov. 5 conference features presentations from scholars that explore topics of colonialism, indigeneity, evolving artistry, and the rethinking of Indonesian history. Free to attend and lunch provided for those that pre-register for the conference. Please submit your registration by Thur., Nov. 3rd. For those unable to attend, UC Davis Music will livestream the conference beginning […]
TILLYfest – BLUEGRASS WOODLAND celebrates the life and times of Yolo County’s Holstein Queen and internationally renowned milk producer – Champion Tilly Alcartra, 1908-1924. Her reputation was unsurpassed, setting world records from 1914-1920. The FREE festival will feature Bluegrass at Blue Note Brewing and at Heritage Plaza, Country Western at The Burger Saloon, and other […]
Support the Dixon Public Library by filling a bag up with books for only $5 on Nov. 5, 11a–4p. Some exclusions; cash or check only.
Don't put away your costumes yet! Dress up for this belated Halloween-themed concert hosted by KDVS. Doors open at 6p; music starts at 7p.
Stroll through The Farm at Park Winters and Pick Your Own Bouquet from a wide selection of flowers including cosmos, marigolds, zinnias, dahlia, poppies, dianthus, sweet peas, love in a mist, agrostemmas, snap dragons, blooming artichokes and cardoons, ranunculus, sunflowers and more! This is an exclusive, artisanal experience with space to connect with the field […]
Come out to Davis Queer Coalition's Youth Group for bonding, pizza, and tie-dying on Nov. 6 from 6–8p!! RSVP for the location and a FREE white shirt to dye. Space is limited. How to RSVP: Email DavisQueerYouth@DavisPhoenixCo.org
Stroll through The Farm at Park Winters and Pick Your Own Bouquet from a wide selection of flowers including cosmos, marigolds, zinnias, dahlia, poppies, dianthus, sweet peas, love in a mist, agrostemmas, snap dragons, blooming artichokes and cardoons, ranunculus, sunflowers and more! This is an exclusive, artisanal experience with space to connect with the field […]
The Davis Film Festival returns after the Covid hiatus! The 14th Annual Davis Film Festival takes place November 6, 2022 at the Veteran's Memorial Theater, 203 E. 14th Street in Davis, CA. Films from around the world and our own backyard. Narrative, documentary, animation, experimental. Shorts and features. Tickets $10 general/$8.50 students & seniors for […]
Dr. Magdalene Breidenthal will share her research in a public lecture titled "Approaching Exit Images in Byzantium: A Case Study from Cyprus.” Breidenthal, a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies at Princeton University, examines the ”exit image” as an essential art historical category in the study of Byzantine church decoration and sacred […]
Get whisked away to the countryside for an evening of sunsets and celebrations, all while enjoying an amazing array of cuisine and refreshments. Alongside local purveyors, our chefs have sourced seasonal ingredients at the peak of ripeness to put together a dining event like no other. Our Evening in the Park menu features several sharable […]
WOODSTOCK'S. First pint is full price, but you get to keep the glass—& every pint after that night is 50% off for the night. Ask the bartenders when you arrive. 8p to close.
THRU FEB 11. THE BARN GALLERY, WOODLAND. innovative approaches to contemporary and traditional fiber arts, featuring artists: Jane Ingram Allen, Lynn Beldner, Brandy Bennett, Melanie Bown, June Daskalakis, Zen Du, Gioia Fonda, Roberta Monte James, Marjan Kluepfel, Penelope Lenaerts, Tanya Lieberman, Barbetta Lockart, Natalie Nelson, Carole Pirruccello, Elisa Reutinger, Marguerite Schaffron, Abigail Vargas, Susan Broadhurst Werrin & Roxanne Brodeur Young.
Davis Farmers Market Cookbook author and fly fisherwoman Ann Evans recounts her adventures in Alaskan waters, where she's been fishing for salmon and halibut since 2011. Learn her favorite recipes for the 100 pounds of fish she brings home each season.
Get whisked away to the countryside for an evening of sunsets and celebrations, all while enjoying an amazing array of cuisine and refreshments. Alongside local purveyors, our chefs have sourced seasonal ingredients at the peak of ripeness to put together a dining event like no other. Our Evening in the Park menu features several sharable […]
Maryam Farshadfar, piano Shawyon Malek-Salehi, violin Maryam Farshadfar, piano (Ph.D., ethnomusicology, University of Montreal) and Shawyon Malek-Salehi, violin (B.A., music, UC Davis, ‘14) present this lecture-recital, which discusses the history of piano and violin in Iran, and the influence of Persian culture on Western composers from the late 19th century to the present. The recital […]
Join the Manetti Shrem Museum of Art in celebrating (with food and music!) the completion of a community blanket: a snapshot of UC Davis pieced together from individual squares created by fiber arts enthusiasts across campus and inspired by a pair of embroidered portraits by Chiffon Thomas in Young, Gifted and Black. To participate, create […]
Stitched Together: Quilts and Textiles from the Yolo County Historical Collection Quilts are narrative in nature. They are infused with history and memory. They are items that traveled long distances as family keepsakes and held together the traditions of generations. Join as we celebrate our cultural fabric via the artistry and legacy of quilts. Exhibition […]
Take a walk through Downtown Woodland to support a good cause. Christy Hayes of Mojo’s Lounge and Kitchen428 is partnering with Yolo Farm to Fork to host the upcoming Swirl & Slice: Fall Harvest Food, Wine, and Beer Walk on Thursday, November 10th, 5:30-8:30 pm. Event sponsors include Grow West, Davis Food Co-op, Hunt & […]
From our Old Barn—which we lovingly moved from the base of the original water tower—to our seed bank built of walls made of fruit drying trays that are historic to the area, we are weaving history into each moment. Our fields are nourished by compost cultivated on site from our kitchen scraps and garden clippings, […]
WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free
On Friday, Nov. 11 @ 6p, Jody and the Roadies will perform at Ruhstaller Farm. The next evening, Nov. 12 @ 6p, Hattie Craven and YLF will perform at the farm.
Sarah Hedriana, “Modern Traditionalist Quilter” Exhibit Dates: Oct. 29–Dec. 2 Reception Date: Nov. 11, 6–8p Location: Logos Books, 513 Second St., Davis, CA, 95616 Light refreshments will be available. Sarah Hedriana is a modern traditionalist quilter whose work is inspired by the beautiful landscapes, farms, and orchards of Northern California. She designs, creates, and sells quilted […]
Join us at the Pence Gallery for our 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception on November 11, 6-9 PM (free admission). This is the opening reception for Jan Walker’s exhibit and our annual Holiday Market. Don’t Fence Me In: Paintings by Jan Walker Nov. 4 - 27, 2022 Don’t Fence Me In celebrates the beauty and […]
Celebrate Heidi Bekebrede's playful and vibrant Cuteware exhibit at The Artery with a musical reception on Nov. 11 from 7–9p. The show will include Cuteware vases, bowls, cookie jars, and paintings, as well as Heidi’s unique acrylic paintings which incorporate Cuteware ceramic elements. Heidi is known for her tiny ceramic objects which embrace colorful nature—birds, butterflies, […]
Evolve is a new performance experience that explores the relationship between law enforcement and communities of color. Combining pre-recorded videos and live monologues from The New Black Fest’s Hands Up: 7 Playwrights, 7 Testaments, a show written by African American men and women about their experience with racial profiling, and Cop Out: Beyond Black, White & Blue, based on interviews with […]
Underwritten by Georgia Paulo. This Alan Menken, Lynn Ahrens musical is based on the classic Dickens tale of evolving Ebenezer Scrooge’s “Bah Humbug” attitude toward Christmas to that of joy for the people and the season by visitations of ghosts of past, present, and future who bring visions of what has been, what is, what […]
Wine-taste your way through the countryside and make your own wine trail from Highway 16 to Road 16! Six northern Yolo County wineries are opening their doors and inviting you to celebrate the season with them. Participating wineries will offer live music, food trucks, and delicious wines! To celebrate the weekend, we’ve curated a special […]
From our Old Barn—which we lovingly moved from the base of the original water tower—to our seed bank built of walls made of fruit drying trays that are historic to the area, we are weaving history into each moment. Our fields are nourished by compost cultivated on site from our kitchen scraps and garden clippings, […]
Lorie Hammond will be at the store for an author meet-and-greet on Saturday, November 12 from 10:30am-12:00pm. Come to meet Lorie and hear about her wonderful book, Growing Whole Children in the Garden. Dr. Lorie Hammond is a lifelong educator and the founder of Peregrine School, a progressive school in Davis, California that includes science […]
Celebrating the first year in our new home! Join us at our Anniversary Party for a holiday shopping extravaganza. In addition, enjoy a day full of interactive events for all ages—honey and mead tastings, tours of our garden and facility, live music, giveaways, and food from our restaurant. Events The Anniversary Party will run from […]
We're excited to announce our second Patio Night Market! On Saturday Nov. 12, we will host some of our favorite small businesses on our patio from 5–9p! During these hours, the shop will also be open so you can grab a late-night plant. Mention the code “CHILLY” to get 10% off your plant order!
On Friday, Nov. 11 @ 6p, Jody and the Roadies will perform at Ruhstaller Farm. The next evening, Nov. 12 @ 6p, Hattie Craven and YLF will perform at the farm.
Evolve is a new performance experience that explores the relationship between law enforcement and communities of color. Combining pre-recorded videos and live monologues from The New Black Fest’s Hands Up: 7 Playwrights, 7 Testaments, a show written by African American men and women about their experience with racial profiling, and Cop Out: Beyond Black, White & Blue, based on interviews with […]
Underwritten by Georgia Paulo. This Alan Menken, Lynn Ahrens musical is based on the classic Dickens tale of evolving Ebenezer Scrooge’s “Bah Humbug” attitude toward Christmas to that of joy for the people and the season by visitations of ghosts of past, present, and future who bring visions of what has been, what is, what […]
Come purchase new and used ski and snowboard equipment to support the DSHS Blue Devil ski team. Date & Time: Sun., Nov. 13 from 9 am – 2 pm Location: DSHS South Gym Admission: $5 per person FREE after 11 am Kids under 10 FREE Would you like to sell items? Sign up at www.myconsignmentsale.com/dhsskiswap […]
Join Nina of Right Side Hand in making a stunning dried flower Thanksgiving table runner and mini bouquets for dinner plate decor. You will be using local Yolo county dried flowers, including botanicals from The Farm at Park Winters. Nina will also be sharing some tips and tricks on how to save your table runner […]
Underwritten by Georgia Paulo. This Alan Menken, Lynn Ahrens musical is based on the classic Dickens tale of evolving Ebenezer Scrooge’s “Bah Humbug” attitude toward Christmas to that of joy for the people and the season by visitations of ghosts of past, present, and future who bring visions of what has been, what is, what […]
Evolve is a new performance experience that explores the relationship between law enforcement and communities of color. Combining pre-recorded videos and live monologues from The New Black Fest’s Hands Up: 7 Playwrights, 7 Testaments, a show written by African American men and women about their experience with racial profiling, and Cop Out: Beyond Black, White & Blue, based on interviews with […]
Attend the third virtual lecture in the Seeds of Justice series at the Episcopal Church of St. Martin on Sunday, Nov. 13 @ 4p. Register in advance for the event here: Manifest Destiny as a doctrine of white expansion ironically required the introduction of more people of color into the United States. The shortage of […]
Stroll through The Farm at Park Winters and Pick Your Own Bouquet from a wide selection of flowers including cosmos, marigolds, zinnias, dahlia, poppies, dianthus, sweet peas, love in a mist, agrostemmas, snap dragons, blooming artichokes and cardoons, ranunculus, sunflowers and more! This is an exclusive, artisanal experience with space to connect with the field […]
Bargains old and new ski and snowboard equipment and clothes.Sun 11/13 9am Consignment: Sat 11/12 4-8pm or Sunday 11/13 7:30-8:30 Sign up at www.my consignmentsale.com/dhsskiswap
Join Nina of Right Side Hand in making a stunning dried flower Thanksgiving table runner and mini bouquets for dinner plate decor. You will be using local Yolo county dried flowers including botanicals from The Farm at Park Winters. Nina will also be sharing some tips and tricks on how to save your table runner […]
The Davis Bike Club’s next monthly membership meeting is Monday, Nov. 14 @ 7p at the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame, 303 Third St. (corner of B St.), Davis. This month’s event will feature free docent-led tours of the Bicycling Hall of Fame. Our monthly meetings are a great way to meet other riders. Invite […]
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Celebrate philanthropy and connect with fellow Yolo County philanthropists at El Macero Country Club on Nov. 15 from 4:30–6:30p. Yolo Community Foundation (YCF) presents Yolo Philanthropy Day 2022, sponsored by Nugget Markets. Details here at Nonprofits are at the heart of the Yolo County community. During the Yolo Philanthropy Day celebration, 27 organizations will recognize […]
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
The Davis Phoenix Coalition is excited to announce our 2022 Yolo County Philanthropy Day Honoree, Alexandra Lee-Jobe! Alex has made such a big impact toward our mission of creating safe inclusive spaces this year. Alex is one of our founding members. She has a long history of promoting and speaking out about racism, bullying, and […]
Join Davis Meditation for an Introduction To Mantra Meditation Workshop: Learn 3 easy techniques to conquer fear, stress and bring wisdom and peace to your daily routine. You don't have to struggle with anxiety any longer. It's entirely possible to experience daily peace and inner happiness. Time: Tuesday Nov. 15th, 7pm - 8:30 Free of […]
This popular fundraiser returns! Mini sessions will be outdoors with beautiful fall colors! Receive a USB drive with all your images to use for holiday cards or gifts. Space is limited. Schedule your 30-minute appointment by calling 530-757-5696 or emailing seniorservices@cityofdavis.org. Date: Wed., Nov. 16 Price: $75 Location: Davis Senior Center
Get whisked away to the countryside for an evening of sunsets and celebrations, all while enjoying an amazing array of cuisine and refreshments. Alongside local purveyors, our chefs have sourced seasonal ingredients at the peak of ripeness to put together a dining event like no other. Our Evening in the Park menu features several sharable […]
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Margo Jefferson, the award-winning critic and author of Negroland, reads from her latest memoir, Constructing a Nervous System. A conversation with Assistant Professor of English Zinzi Clemmons and Q&A follow the reading. Jefferson — the winner of a Pulitzer Prize for criticism and a Windham-Campbell Literature Prize in nonfiction — previously served as book and arts critic for […]
The Davis Phoenix Coalition, UC Davis Office of Campus Community Relations-Community and Regional Engagement, the Campus Community Book Project, and the Davis Chapter of Moms Demand Action will hold a presentation and discussion with Dr. Garen Wintemute, M.D., M.P.H., on the topic of Gun Violence and extremism in the United States. Dr. Wintemute is a […]
WOODSTOCK'S. First pint is full price, but you get to keep the glass—& every pint after that night is 50% off for the night. Ask the bartenders when you arrive. 8p to close.
Get whisked away to the countryside for an evening of sunsets and celebrations, all while enjoying an amazing array of cuisine and refreshments. Alongside local purveyors, our chefs have sourced seasonal ingredients at the peak of ripeness to put together a dining event like no other. Our Evening in the Park menu features several sharable […]
Christina Quarles is a painter whose work questions assumptions and beliefs surrounding identity and the human figure. Quarles was the subject of major solo exhibitions at the Frye Art Museum and the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. This year, her work is included in the Lyon Biennial of Contemporary Art and the 59th Venice Biennial. She […]
Rae Gouirand will read from her recently published short collection of poems, Little Hour, and discuss the life cycles of poetry manuscripts and micropress poetry publishing, the queer spaces and headspaces of her new work, her thoughts about the tensions inherent in the line and in the image, and the process of creating and selecting […]
Every third Thursday of the month, join for short astronomy talks by subject experts. 6-8p. Free
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Join us at Lamppost Pizza and Super Owl Brewery Thursday, 11/17 for an easy dinner out before the holidays! Please be sure to mention DPNS when ordering.
The Avid Reader is partnering with the League of Women Voters and Interfaith Housing Justice Davis to host a conversation about inclusive housing with Leah Rothstein. In his book The Color Of Law, Richard Rothstein explained how government policy intentionally segregated our cities and suburbs. In Just Action (release spring 2023), Leah Rothstein and Richard […]
From our Old Barn—which we lovingly moved from the base of the original water tower—to our seed bank built of walls made of fruit drying trays that are historic to the area, we are weaving history into each moment. Our fields are nourished by compost cultivated on site from our kitchen scraps and garden clippings, […]
Learn how to connect with the beauty of the landscape with watercolors. No artistic talent required. Materials provided but feel free to bring your own if you have them! Runs 11–11:50a on Friday, Nov. 18. Register for this event. Please submit your contact information in the following survey by 5p. on Tuesday, Nov. 15. We will […]
WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free
$10 cover. No one turned away for lack of funds. Doors open @5:30p, performances from 6–8p. — The Library of MusicLandria is a nonprofit music hub in Sacramento that hosts performances and loans out the more than 700 musical instruments in its catalog.
Underwritten by Georgia Paulo. This Alan Menken, Lynn Ahrens musical is based on the classic Dickens tale of evolving Ebenezer Scrooge’s “Bah Humbug” attitude toward Christmas to that of joy for the people and the season by visitations of ghosts of past, present, and future who bring visions of what has been, what is, what […]
A spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens's most well-known story. Every Fri & Sat @ 7:30p. Every Sun @ 2p. $14-18
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
In partnership with the Bureau of Land Management, Tuleyome will be giving some much needed attention to the Blue Ridge Trail. The trail leads up to Fiske Peak from Cache Creek and continues along Blue Ridge. We will make repairs as needed to the trail. Work may include re-working the tread, removing fallen trees/branches, and […]
From our Old Barn—which we lovingly moved from the base of the original water tower—to our seed bank built of walls made of fruit drying trays that are historic to the area, we are weaving history into each moment. Our fields are nourished by compost cultivated on site from our kitchen scraps and garden clippings, […]
Learn about and try all of the local squash that we will be carrying this fall while you get your Thanksgiving shopping done! Runs 12–2p on Nov. 19 at the Davis Food Co-op Patio.
Christian Baldini, director and conductor George Walker: Lyric for Strings Alejandro Civilotti: Auris Concertum U.S. PREMIERE with Eduardo Vassallo, Principal Cello of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra Igor Stravinsky: Petrushka (1947 version) Purchase your tickets for this performance here: Lyric for Strings Lyric for Strings (written 1946) is dedicated to George Walker's grandmother, with whom he was […]
Featuring Christian Baldini as director and conductor. This Kinetic Energy program evokes the physical energy of Stravinsky’s Petrushka ballet and explores the energy of memory in George Walker’s Lyric for Strings as well as the sonic energy processed by Alejandro Civilotti’s own cochlear implant in his composition for cello and orchestra, Auris Concertum. Program George […]
Underwritten by Georgia Paulo. This Alan Menken, Lynn Ahrens musical is based on the classic Dickens tale of evolving Ebenezer Scrooge’s “Bah Humbug” attitude toward Christmas to that of joy for the people and the season by visitations of ghosts of past, present, and future who bring visions of what has been, what is, what […]
Stroll through The Farm at Park Winters and Pick Your Own Bouquet from a wide selection of flowers including cosmos, marigolds, zinnias, dahlia, poppies, dianthus, sweet peas, love in a mist, agrostemmas, snap dragons, blooming artichokes and cardoons, ranunculus, sunflowers and more! This is an exclusive, artisanal experience with space to connect with the field […]
The good folks at Ruhstaller have been supporters of the Flannel Grinder since the beginning and we’ve often toyed with the idea of doing an event at their farm. After a few meetings over some delicious beers to talk through some details, we decided to go for a cyclocross race! Racing: Exciting racing through the […]
Underwritten by Georgia Paulo. This Alan Menken, Lynn Ahrens musical is based on the classic Dickens tale of evolving Ebenezer Scrooge’s “Bah Humbug” attitude toward Christmas to that of joy for the people and the season by visitations of ghosts of past, present, and future who bring visions of what has been, what is, what […]
Trivia is back! Join us on Sunday, Nov. 20 from 2–4:30p for trivia on the patio. Groups of up to six for trivia. Outside food is welcome!
Get whisked away to the countryside for an evening of sunsets and celebrations, all while enjoying an amazing array of cuisine and refreshments. Alongside local purveyors, our chefs have sourced seasonal ingredients at the peak of ripeness to put together a dining event like no other. Our Evening in the Park menu features several sharable […]
Join the Davis Phoenix Coalition for a free self-defense class taught by the UC Davis Police Department! RSVP using the QR code or the following link:
A spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens's most well-known story. Every Fri & Sat @ 7:30p. Every Sun @ 2p. $14-18
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Get whisked away to the countryside for an evening of sunsets and celebrations, all while enjoying an amazing array of cuisine and refreshments. Alongside local purveyors, our chefs have sourced seasonal ingredients at the peak of ripeness to put together a dining event like no other. Our Evening in the Park menu features several sharable […]
Storytime reading by UC Davis English Professor Fran Dolan and undergrads in her Children’s Literature class. Ideal for kids in preschool through grade 2, but all ages and siblings are welcome! Coloring sheets will also be available. Bring a picnic blanket to sit on the grass if you like. If it rains, we will move indoors. […]
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Otto Lee, director and UC Davis lecturer in music The UC Davis Jazz Combos—usually quartets or quintets—present a wide range of jazz standards, and feature several extended solos with improvisation. Program To be announced.
Get whisked away to the countryside for an evening of sunsets and celebrations, all while enjoying an amazing array of cuisine and refreshments. Alongside local purveyors, our chefs have sourced seasonal ingredients at the peak of ripeness to put together a dining event like no other. Our Evening in the Park menu features several sharable […]
Free Range Singers at Village Homes Performers' Circle. Led by Laura Sandage. The event will explore the power of song to transform, uplift, and help us through challenging times. Open mic precedes featured performance with signups at 6:45p.
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Enjoy a delicious meal and dessert while connecting with longtime friends and meeting new ones. This fundraiser is only $10, and scholarships are available for the meal. RSVP by Fri., Nov. 18. Date & time: Wed., Nov. 23 at 11:30 am Location: Davis Senior Center Price: $10* (scholarships available) RSVP by: Fri., Nov. 18. Call […]
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Enjoy expanded hours at the Pre-Thanksgiving Farmers Market in Davis! From noon to 6 pm on Wednesday, Nov. 23, browse vendors' collections of fresh produce, meats, wines, and other food products. There will also be a Pre-Christmas Market on Christmas Eve from 8 am – 1 pm and a Pre-New Year's Market on New Year's […]
WOODSTOCK'S. First pint is full price, but you get to keep the glass—& every pint after that night is 50% off for the night. Ask the bartenders when you arrive. 8p to close.
SUDWERK BREWING CO. Join the Cal Aggie Alumni Association's monthly Aggie Nights. Register to get a branded pint glass & your first beer on the house. Fourth Thursday, 5:30p–7:30p.
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
‘Tis the season to celebrate old traditions—and make new ones! Whether you buy a festive sweater from a local boutique or grab a hot beverage from your favorite café, your support makes the holidays even happier for small businesses in downtown Davis. Head downtown to patronize the various downtown businesses who are participating in the […]
WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free
According to Bazooka plays an outdoor concert of irresistibly catchy original music at Ruhstaller Farm in Dixon. A2B's timeless world draws from blues, rock, jazz, country and home grown observations on everyday life. The concert is free and runs 4 pm - 7 pm. Dress warm, bring the family, hang out and enjoy the moment! […]
Underwritten by Georgia Paulo. This Alan Menken, Lynn Ahrens musical is based on the classic Dickens tale of evolving Ebenezer Scrooge’s “Bah Humbug” attitude toward Christmas to that of joy for the people and the season by visitations of ghosts of past, present, and future who bring visions of what has been, what is, what […]
A spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens's most well-known story. Every Fri & Sat @ 7:30p. Every Sun @ 2p. $14-18
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Humorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie in his quest for a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the Christmas tree. Holiday fun for the whole family. Every Fri/Sat @7:30p. Every Sun @2p. $9–30
Get whisked away to the countryside for an evening of sunsets and celebrations, all while enjoying an amazing array of cuisine and refreshments. Alongside local purveyors, our chefs have sourced seasonal ingredients at the peak of ripeness to put together a dining event like no other. Our Evening in the Park menu features several sharable […]
Underwritten by Georgia Paulo. This Alan Menken, Lynn Ahrens musical is based on the classic Dickens tale of evolving Ebenezer Scrooge’s “Bah Humbug” attitude toward Christmas to that of joy for the people and the season by visitations of ghosts of past, present, and future who bring visions of what has been, what is, what […]
Kids ages 9–15 can join in on a D&D game each Sat from 12–2p. Get tickets in advance. $10 per child.
Based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies, Disney's Descendants: The Musical is a brand-new musical jam-packed with comedy, adventure, Disney characters, and hit songs from the films. Every Sat @ 2p. Fri, Dec 9 @ 7p. Sun, Dec 11 @ 2p. $8
A spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens's most well-known story. Every Fri & Sat @ 7:30p. Every Sun @ 2p. $14-18
Join longtime GM Stephen Gordon each Sat, 3–6p for a family- and beginner-friendly game of D&D. $20 for one child and one parent
A spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens's most well-known story. Every Fri & Sat @ 7:30p. Every Sun @ 2p. $14-18
AMTRAK STATION. The electric train display features two layouts (Lionel O and HO gauges) with interactive components for children as well as examples and history of local Davis points of interest. Saturdays thru Dec 24. 10a-12:30p. Free/Don
Underwritten by Georgia Paulo. This Alan Menken, Lynn Ahrens musical is based on the classic Dickens tale of evolving Ebenezer Scrooge’s “Bah Humbug” attitude toward Christmas to that of joy for the people and the season by visitations of ghosts of past, present, and future who bring visions of what has been, what is, what […]
A spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens's most well-known story. Every Fri & Sat @ 7:30p. Every Sun @ 2p. $14-18
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Humorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie in his quest for a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the Christmas tree. Holiday fun for the whole family. Every Fri/Sat @7:30p. Every Sun @2p. $9–30
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Otto Lee, director and UC Davis lecturer in music UC Davis's own Jazz "Big Bands" present songs from the Great American Songbook as well as a few contemporary works and sometimes feature student vocalists too. Tunes by Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, and many others are often presented. Program To be announced.
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Pete Nowlen, director The UC Davis Concert Band presents thoughtful works written especially for concert band, and sometimes for film (My Neighbor Totoro and The Polar Express to name a couple). Constituting members of the UC Davis community from students to graduate students to faculty, the band is proud to represent more than thirty areas […]
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
CANNERY BARN. Every Wednesday, Spork food hub is an outlet for local, family farms. Find seasonal, organic produce pasture raised eggs, pork and beef. 2p–6p
WOODSTOCK'S. First pint is full price, but you get to keep the glass—& every pint after that night is 50% off for the night. Ask the bartenders when you arrive. 8p to close.
"Spirit of the Season" show featuring According to Bazooka, Biscuits & Honey, Me & Him, The Muddy Waders, and Keith Adolfo Campos. Doors @ 7p; Music @7:30p. Don
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Tarrah Krajnak (b. 1979) was born in Lima, Peru. Her photographs are in collections including the Centre Pompidou and Museum Ludwig. Her book, El Jardín De Senderos Que Se Bifurcan (2021), was named to the Museum of Modern Art’s inaugural list of 10 photo books of the year. Her work has been published and reviewed in Aperture, Artforum, and New […]
Kick off the holiday season with a 6–7p performance by the Davis Madrigals at the city's annual tree lighting.
Free screenings of the short film Shrek the Halls, a computer-animated, 30-minute Christmas comedy special based on the children's book Shrek! by William Steig. Shows during the Davis Tree Lighting @ 6p, 6:40p, 7:20p. Free
The 41th annual Holiday Candlelight Parade & Tree Lighting returns to downtown Davis. Beginning at Davis Food Co-op @6p. Tree Lighting in E Street Plaza @ 6:30p. Musical Performances, movie screenings, Horse & Carriage Rides, and Santa & Mrs. Claus til 8p.
Flyway Nights is a monthly speaker series highlighting environmental issues, current research topics in conservation, and natural history of Northern California. The first Thursday of the month from November through April – 7 p.m. Events are via Zoom. Registration is required. Talks are an hour to 90 minutes in duration. A $10 donation is suggested. After the program, recordings […]
Peterson's work has been recognized with awards and fellowships. Her fifth book, Life in a Field, was selected for the 2020 Omnidawn Open Book Prize. She is the Director of the Graduate Creative Writing Program at the University of California at Davis, where she is Professor of English and a Chancellor’s Fellow. Gullette is a National Poetry Series Finalist, the recipient of a 2022 Bread Loaf scholarship, and a 2022 semi-finalist for the Discovery / 92Y Contest. He is the editor-in-chief of The Cortland Review. 7p. Free
THRU FEB 1. GALLERY 625. Features quilts by Bernadette Behrends, Carole Pirruccello, & more.
McGovney uses clay, steel wire, and acrylic and oil paint to bring his animal and figurative work to life, concentrating on the sculptural side of ceramics.
Need some outside time to de-stress before finals and the holidays? Relax among the greenery in the lovely UC Davis Arboretum. 10a–4p. Free
WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free
Get your outside time in while taking up a creative hobby with nature photography. Registration by 5p on Nov. 29 required. 12:10–1p. Free
Attend this Dec. 2–Feb. 1 exhibit's opening reception featuring quilts by Bernadette Behrends, Carole Pirruccello, and more. 1. Reception from 5:30–8p.
Enjoy a glass of wine and music by Sacramento-based MRQ Band. Wine Club Members receive a discount. Vineyard closes @8p so arrive early! 5–8p. $15.
Celebrate the Davis Madrigals choir at their annual dinner. Includes a full-course meal, grand performance, and silent auction. Fri @6p, Sat @4p. $75 per person.
Portland, OR roots rockers Hillstomp with Bay Area favorite The Sam Chase & The Untraditional. 7p. $18
Listen to UC Davis and community singers perform under lecturer in music Erik Peregrine. $12 for students/children, $24 for adults.
Rita Glazer Bunch “Dawning Art” fluid acrylic pour painting December 3 – January 6 2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception: December 9, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Logos Books, 513 Second Street, Davis, CA, 95616 Rita Glazar Bunch is a burgeoning artist based in Davis, California. Between raising her family and a demanding career in business, including […]
Start off the holidays by touring six beautiful Woodland homes all decked out for the season, benefitting Meals on Wheels. 10a–3p. $30 in adv/$35 day of
Annual holiday highlight! This year's event includes a holiday marketplace, more family activities, costumed characters, live entertainment, food trucks, and many more holiday surprises beginning @ 10a. Parade @ 6p.
Celebrate the Davis Madrigals choir at their annual dinner. Includes a full-course meal, grand performance, and silent auction. Fri @6p, Sat @4p. $75 per person.
Enjoy a seasonally inspired, four-course dinner, served family style from 4–9p. Reservations required. $125 per person, add-ons extra
Underwritten by Georgia Paulo. This Alan Menken, Lynn Ahrens musical is based on the classic Dickens tale of evolving Ebenezer Scrooge’s “Bah Humbug” attitude toward Christmas to that of joy for the people and the season by visitations of ghosts of past, present, and future who bring visions of what has been, what is, what […]
Kids ages 9–15 can join in on a D&D game each Sat from 12–2p. Get tickets in advance. $10 per child.
Based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies, Disney's Descendants: The Musical is a brand-new musical jam-packed with comedy, adventure, Disney characters, and hit songs from the films. Every Sat @ 2p. Fri, Dec 9 @ 7p. Sun, Dec 11 @ 2p. $8
A spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens's most well-known story. Every Fri & Sat @ 7:30p. Every Sun @ 2p. $14-18
PARK WINTERS. Arrange a bouquet using dried flowers & other plants from this country oasis. 10a–2p. $35
Local artists and vendors sell their jewelry, baked goods, homemade crafts, and other artisan items at this twice-a-month fair. 10a–4p
Underwritten by Georgia Paulo. This Alan Menken, Lynn Ahrens musical is based on the classic Dickens tale of evolving Ebenezer Scrooge’s “Bah Humbug” attitude toward Christmas to that of joy for the people and the season by visitations of ghosts of past, present, and future who bring visions of what has been, what is, what […]
MONDAVI CENTER. San Francisco-based Alexander String Quartet appears with violist David Samuel—joining cellist Sandy Wilson & violinists Fred Lifsitz & Zakarias Grafilo. Followed by Robert Greenberg's lecture on each piece. 2p. $17.50–65
Enjoy a seasonally inspired, four-course dinner, served family style from 4–9p. Reservations required. $125 per person, add-ons extra
A spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens's most well-known story. Every Fri & Sat @ 7:30p. Every Sun @ 2p. $14-18
Free raffle for gift basket and miniature train display. Christmas Craft Show also open. https://sites.google.com/view/yolocountyfairmuseum
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
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