Worn
2026-01-09 - 2026-02-08 | Pence Gallery, 212 D Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Worn
Exhibit: January 9 – February 8, 2026
Reception: Friday, January 9, 6-9 PM (free)
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.
Participating artists include Ren Allathkani, José Arenas, Federica Armstrong, Karthika Baiju, Alaine Blaise, Pinar Brummer, Sue Bradford, Yi-Chuan Chen, Raquel Cox, Katie DelaVaughn, John Fortes, Nola George, Jori Jori, Katherine Klein, Cheryl Lobenberg, Ro Mottsmith, Joanne Tepper Saffren, Deziree Seidner, Susan Silvester, Melanie Walas, Susan Broadhurst Werrin, and Patricia Whang.
This exhibit is sponsored by Joe & Haven DePietro.
Image: Jori Jori, “Scraps”

Charlene Will: Here for a While
2026-01-09 - 2026-02-28 | Pence Gallery, 212 D Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Charlene Will: Here for a While
Exhibit: January 9 – February 28, 2026
Reception: Friday, January 9, 6-9 PM (free)
Charlene Will’s work is rooted in a reverence for nature. Through her abiding interest in exploring the depths of California’s remote wilderness areas, she seeks to reaffirm basic universal truths, from an interest in beauty and nature’s rebirth, to the duality between chaos and order. 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.
Artist Talk with Charlene Will
Saturday, January 31, 2-3:30 PM
$10 (Free for Students & Members)
The artist will give a walk-through of her work, covering her favorite locations to paint, how color and light inspires her, and the noticeable effects of climate on the natural world. Walking, observing, and moving through wilderness areas are paramount to her process, and she’ll provide glimpses into how her work evolves.
Charlene Will is the recipient of the 2025 Pence Gallery Emerging Artist Award. The Award and exhibit are sponsored by Rosa Marquez & Yatish Mishra.
Image: Charlene Will, “Anza Borrego”

Live@DCC Free Noon Concert Series - TriMusica!
2026-01-09 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Davis Community Church (DCC), 412 C Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
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.

Tales for Tails
2026-01-09 15:00 - 16:30 | Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library, 315 East 14th Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Stephens Davis Branch Library
315 E 14th St
Davis, CA 95616

Read to a therapy dog! Animals are ideal reading companions. For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room.
First come, first served. No prior reservations.
Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the afternoon of the program.
Check website for cancellations.

No reservation required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Davis Public Library. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in advance by calling (530) 757-5593. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

Line Dance Class at Davis Community Church
2026-01-09 15:00 - 16:30 | Davis Community Church, 412 C Street, Davis, ca, 95616
Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Fridays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted.

Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
2026-01-09 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library, 315 East 14th Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Davis Makerspace is a community workspace for makers and builders, designers and inventors. A small assortment of tools will be available for use and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. Participants must provide a signed liability waiver (available on site). Mondays & Tuesdays, 6p—8p; Thursdays, 9:30a—11:30a; Fridays, 3p—5p.

2nd Friday ArtAbout reception: Lorie Topinka
2026-01-09 17:00 - 19:30 | Logos Books, 513 2nd Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Here’s To The Memories From San Miguel de Allende
Lorie Topinka
Watercolor
January 6 to January 31
2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception: January 9, 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Logos Books, 513 Second Street, Davis, CA, 95616
San Miguel de Allende (Guanajuato, Mexico) is a magical place and it didn’t take long for Lorie Topinka to fall under its spell after moving there in 2012. While the town of San Miguel is a world class tourist attraction, the enduring magic for her was in the surrounding countryside. For many years she explored the countryside with paint brush in hand and focused on the abundant capillas (chapels) and historic ruins (haciendas, dams, bridges) in the area.
Our exhibit features paintings from these books and paintings from Topinka’s private collection highlighting the people and festivals of San Miguel de Allende.
– The Capillas of San Miguel de Allende: A Legacy of Faith
– Traveling the Back Roads of San Miguel: Snippets of Paintable History
“As a watercolor artist, I am drawn to bold colors and iconic images. Whenever I am painting, I get lost for a time in the looking and seeing. There is no time, nor distance, nor separation between me and the object or scene. This creative process is joyful and I try to represent, with color, this joy.”
Contact Topinka about her work and to purchase pieces at topinka.lorie@gmail.com. You can purchase her books at Amazon.com.
Meet Lorie Topinka at her 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception on January 9 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.

Friday Evening at the Winery
2026-01-09 17:00 - 20:00 | Great Bear Vineyards (Great Bear), 24800 County Rd 101A
🍷 Friday Evenings at Great Bear Vineyards 🍷
January 9th | 5–8pm
Ticket includes your first glass of wine
Kick off your weekends the cozy way. Join us for relaxed winter Friday nights at Great Bear Vineyards—perfect for unwinding, catching up, and savoring great wine as the sun goes down.
While live music takes a seasonal breather in January & February, our tasting room stays open from 5–8pm with plenty of wine, warm vibes, and space to linger. Enjoy wine by the glass or bottle, wine tastings, and snacks available for purchase. You’re also welcome to bring your own picnic or favorite “to-go” dinner and make it an easy, unhurried evening at the vineyard.
Whether you’re easing into the new year or just craving a laid-back Friday night out, these winter evenings are all about good wine, good company, and a little Great Bear magic.
Winter Hours:
• Thursday: 5–8pm
• Friday: noon–8pm
• Saturday: noon–5pm
Grab a friend, grab a glass, and start your weekend with us 🍷✨

2nd Friday ArtAbout
2026-01-09 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Davis Various Locations
New year, new art adventure! Check out art receptions, pop-ups, open studios, live music, and more in Downtown Davis & beyond the evening of January 9. This is a great free event to enjoy with friends and family each month. Participating venues:
Arboretum Art Works, 17 Arboretum Dr, Suites G & H | 5:30-7:30 PM
Sit for a portrait by Daniela Lares & visit the artists
The Artery, 207 G St | 6-9 PM
Perfectly Square group show
Davis Community Church, 412 C St | 12-1 PM
LIVE@DCC: Second Friday Free Noon Concert by TriMusica
Logos Books, 513 2nd St | 5-7:30 PM
Here’s to the Memories from San Miguel de Allende by Lorie Topinka
The Paint Chip, 217 F St | 6-8:30 PM
Ann Privateer: Beginnings
Pence Gallery, 212 D St | 6-9 PM
Charlene Will: Here for a While
Worn group show
Maris Kaplan: Amateur
Maryann Steinert-Foley & Diane Williams: The Realm of Possibility
Third Space Art Collective, 17 Arboretum Dr, Unit C | 5-8 PM
El Común group show
[OFF-MAP EVENT]
Circle A Studio, 1930 5th St | 5:30-8 PM
The Book as Art group show
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The ArtAbout is coordinated by the Pence Gallery and sponsored by Signature Sponsor Willowgrove and the Davis Downtown Business Association. To support this free community offering as a sponsor, please visit https://pencegallery.org/events/artabout/.
Images:
Jori Jori, “Scraps” (Pence Gallery)
Phil Gross, “Tree” (The Artery)
Tom Corbett, Untitled (Circle A Studio)
Amy Teutemacher, Untitled (Arboretum Art Works)

The Book as Art
2026-01-09 17:30 - 20:00 | OmSoft Technologies (OmSoft), 1930 5th St.
Following on the Content Artist Book Show, Circle A Studio is proud to host a group exhibition of mind bending, soul enriching explorations on the concept of what is a book? Artists books have a particular license to embody both art as a book and books as art. This one-day, pop-up exhibit offers the opportunity for the public to be able to discuss books with their local makers. Book artists include Nikki Thompson, Marie-Thérèse Brown, Tom Corbett, Adele Louise Shaw, and others!

2nd Friday ArtAbout at the Pence Gallery
2026-01-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Pence Gallery, 212 D Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Join us at the Pence Gallery for our 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception on January 9, 6-9 PM. Enjoy browsing multiple art exhibits, complimentary wine, and an art-themed scavenger hunt. Free admission!
Maryann Steinert-Foley & Diane Williams: The Realm of Possibility | Dec. 12 – Feb. 1
Diane Williams and Maryann Steinert-Foley’s exhibit explores the persistence, generosity, and unseen forces that sustain both nature and humanity. View layered mixed-media paintings by Williams and sculptural works by Steinert-Foley.
Charlene Will: Here for a While | Jan. 9 – Feb. 28
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.
Worn | Jan. 9 – Feb. 8
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.
Maris Kaplan: Amateur | Jan. 9 – Feb. 18
With a focus on sustainability, Maris Kaplan’s work often incorporates secondhand materials such as thrifted fabric, upcycled clothing, and found objects. On display along the stairway, this series showcases experimentation with new techniques and materials, embracing wobbly lines, crooked stitches, unexpected shapes, and random color combinations.
Scavenger Hunt: Join us for a fun, art-themed scavenger hunt at the Pence during the 2nd Friday ArtAbout. Complete all of the clues by exploring our exhibits for the chance to win a special prize.
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Visit the Pence and other venues in Downtown Davis for the 2nd Friday ArtAbout artwalk. We will have printed ArtAbout guides available that week. Follow the ArtAbout’s Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/davisartabout.
Images:
Diane Williams, “A Quiet Red” (detail)
Charlene Will, ”Creekside”
Joanne Tepper Saffren, “Sincerely Blue”
Maris Kaplan, work from “Purge Trio”

Legally Blonde
2026-01-09 19:30 - 22:30, 2026-01-10 19:30 - 22:30, 2026-01-11 14:00 - 17:00 | Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC), 607 Pena Dr.
Legally Blonde – January 9 through February 1, 2026
Underwritten by Michael & Alice Smith
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.
Recommended for ages 11 and up
Directed by Kyle Jackson
Choreographed by Kyle Jackson

Mace Ranch parkrun
2026-01-10 08:00 - 09:30 | Mace Ranch Park, 3141 5th St, Davis, CA, 95618, United States
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you!

Davis Farmers Market
2026-01-10 08:00 - 13:00 | Central Park
Year-round at Central Park in downtown Davis, thousands gather each week to shop for what is grown, raised, and made locally at our markets. We are dedicated to bringing farmers right to your table, so we stay open rain or shine.
Walk rows of stalls lined with an array of fruits and vegetables, including certified organic produce, choice meats, chicken, seafood, wine, local eggs and honey. Choose from a variety of fresh-baked goods, plants, flowers and gifts. Enjoy a picnic from one of our many food stands, made from market ingredients.
See the vendor list here: https://www.davisfarmersmarket.org/our-sellers/
Farmers Market Hours
Central Park: Saturdays 8a–1p (year-round), and Wednesdays 3p–6p (October through April); 4p–8p (May through September)
UC Davis – North Quad: Wednesdays 10a–1:30p (fall and spring quarters)
Sutter Davis Hospital: Thursdays 10a–1p (May through September)
Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento: Thursdays 2:30p–5:30p

Davis Waldorf School Preschool & Kindergarten Open House Days
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Davis Waldorf School, 3100 Sycamore Ln, Davis, CA, 95616
Join us for a glimpse inside Davis Waldorf School’s preschool and kindergarten classrooms by attending an open house! You will 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.
Both the preschool and kindergarten programs will have special activities, and teachers and admissions staff will be available to answer questions. We anticipate our Early Childhood programs to be impacted—don’t miss this opportunity to get a head start on applying for your child!
•See inside classrooms
•Meet teachers
•Experience Waldorf curriculum & activities

Olio Nuovo Olive & Cheese Box Pairing
2026-01-10 12:00 - 17:00 | Great Bear Vineyards (Great Bear), 24800 County Rd 101A
🫒 Olio Nuovo Olive & Cheese Box 🧀
Saturday, January 10th | 12–5pm
Ticket includes Olio Nuovo Olive & Cheese Box
Optional add-on: glass of wine for $15 🍷
It’s Olio Nuovo season—and if you know, you know. Join us at Great Bear Vineyards to celebrate this just-pressed, ultra-fresh olive oil at its most vibrant and delicious.
Our Olio Nuovo is bold, grassy, and beautifully alive—glowing green with aromas of fresh-cut herbs, artichoke, and green almond. On the palate it’s silky yet peppery, with that signature gentle bite that lingers (hello antioxidants 👋). This is olive oil at peak freshness: expressive, nourishing, and meant to be enjoyed right now.
Your Olive & Cheese Box is thoughtfully curated to let the oil shine:
Marin French Cheese Company Round – creamy, soft, and lightly tangy
Rustic bread for generous dipping
Sweet apricots & fig jam to balance the oil’s lively edge
Simple. Communal. Utterly satisfying.
Pair it with a glass of Great Bear wine, grab a sunny spot, and savor Olio Nuovo the way it’s meant to be experienced—fresh, expressive, and shared at the table. A delicious way to slow down and taste the season 🫒✨
Limited availability—this is a fleeting seasonal treat you don’t want to miss.

A Conversation with the Artists: Diane Williams & Maryann Steinert-Foley
2026-01-10 14:00 - 15:30 | Pence Gallery, 212 D Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
A Conversation with the Artists
Saturday, January 10, 2-3:30 PM
$10 (Free for Students & Members)
Join us for a fun and stimulating talk with artists Diane Williams and Maryann Steinert-Foley, whose exhibit The Realm of Possibility is currently on display at the Pence. Director Natalie Nelson will facilitate the conversation on their respective processes, layers of meaning in the work, and the balance between art and life.
The Realm of Possibility is on display from December 12, 2025 – February 1, 2026.
Images: Maryann Steinert-Foley (left) and Diane Williams (right) in their studios

The Art of Fermentation: Workshop & Tasting
2026-01-10 15:00 - 16:30 | International House (I-House), 10 College Pk.
Join us for The Art of Fermentation: A Hands-On Workshop & Tasting Experience, led by artist Lorena Rodriguez. This interactive program explores the history, cultural significance, and creative traditions of fermentation across cultures, highlighting how fermented foods and beverages bring people together.
Participants will engage in guided discussion and hands-on learning while discovering fermentation as both a cultural practice and an art form. The experience concludes with a curated tasting featuring traditional fermented beverages such as Chicha de Maíz and Tepache, offering a flavorful way to connect theory with practice.
Designed for curious beginners and food enthusiasts alike, this workshop invites community members to learn, taste, and connect in a welcoming and inclusive setting. No prior experience is required.

Author Talk: Sasha Abramsky
2026-01-10 18:30 - 19:30 | The Avid Reader Bookstore, 617 2nd St., Davis, 95616
About the Book
A gripping narrative of federal workers caught in Trump’s second-term purge, and the devastating consequences for American democracy.
American Carnage follows eleven federal workers, in eight government agencies, from the time they were told they were fired in the early weeks of Donald Trump’s second presidential administration through to the summer of 2025. With Trump having empowered the world’s richest man, Elon Musk, and his Department of Government Efficiency, to make dramatic cuts to many of the country’s most important agencies, what unfolded in these months was a cascading tragedy of historic proportions.
Their stories, which show a country in a profound moment of crisis and dislocation, are America’s stories. What happened to them—the bullying, the intimidation, the deliberate removal of financial stability—also happened to hundreds of thousands of other employees. A fierce reckoning with the intimate and far-reaching effects of these layoffs, both on the individuals who lost their jobs and on the millions of Americans who found their access to basic government services curtailed, American Carnage is the first book-length account of how these cuts dulled and denuded our city on the hill, leaving a morally impoverished landscape in their wake.
About the Author
Sasha Abramsky is The Nation’s Western correspondent and the author of a weekly political column for the magazine. His work has also appeared in The Atlantic, The New Yorker Online, The New Republic, The Village Voice, The Guardian, Rolling Stone, and many other publications. He is the author of eleven books, including The American Way of Poverty: How the Other Half Still Lives, The House of Twenty Thousand Books, Little Wonder: The Fabulous Story of Lottie Dod, the World’s First Female Sports Superstar, and Chaos Comes Calling: The Battle Against the Far-Right Takeover of Small-Town America. Abramsky teaches writing at UC Davis. Follow him on Bluesky at @sashaabramsky.bsky.social.

Second Sunday Bingo
2026-01-11 12:00 - 16:00 | Davis Odd Fellows
Odd Fellows Bingo (LH)

When: Second Sunday of the month
Where: 415 2nd St, Davis, CA 95616, USA (map)

Description: Second Sunday Bingo at the Lodge. Doors open at noon and Bingo begins at 1 p.m. Open to all adults.
Davis Odd Fellows Bingo! is a wonderful way for the community to support the many needy non-profit organizations here in Davis. Each month, Davis Odd Fellows Bingo! connects with a local organization that needs assistance. Community members, friends, and family are encouraged and welcomed to come to the Davis Odd Fellows Lodge for an afternoon of to fun playing Davis Bingo. For as little as $12, you can sit with friends and chat or meet new people while helping people in our community.

International Folk Dancing
2026-01-11 19:00 - 21:30 | Davis Community Church, 412 C Street, Davis, ca, 95616
Connect with other cultures, while connecting to other people
Sunday nights 7p-9:30p
first time free
all levels welcome
Community Church Fireside Room at 412 C Street, Davis (Fireside Room. Entrance on C-St. near 4th.)

Visit http://davisfolkdancers.org/ to check for our current meeting location, which changes periodically.

Advanced Italian Adults
2026-01-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Davis Language Academy, 231 G St, suite 23, Davis, ca
Advanced Italian Adults
FREE IN JANUARY
Registration required by emailing: davislanguageacademy@gmail.com
Ages- Adults
Days – Mondays 4:00-5:00 pm
Description: Come practice your Italian conversation skills and connect with others on their journey toward confidence and fluency.
Address: 732 Third St, suite B

Living Originally
2026-01-12 16:00 - 17:30 | Zoom
Over five weeks, 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.
This highly experiential class includes spiritual teaching, guided meditation, journaling, and sacred conversation in a supportive virtual community.
OPTION 1: Mondays | January 12 – February 09, 2026 | 4:00–5:30 PM (PT)
Love Offering | On Zoom (link provided after registration)
Book: Living Originally by Robert Brumet (available at Unity.org, Amazon, or your favorite bookseller)
Questions? info@unityofdavis.org

Align & Flow Yoga
2026-01-12 17:30 - 19:00 | Davis Shambhala Meditation Center, 133 D Street, Suite H, upstairs, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
All classes begin with a meditation and invite mindful movement through attention to breath and physical alignment. In a vinyasa class, we link postures together and move with the breath on the inhale, or the exhale. A typical class involves strength and stability work balanced by flexibility and relaxation. Each class finishes with a reclining rest.

davisyogacollective.com

Watercolor Painting with Misuk Goltz (6-sessions)
2026-01-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Pence Gallery, 212 D Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Watercolor Painting with Misuk Goltz
Tuesdays, 10 AM – 12 PM | Jan. 13, 20, 27 & Feb. 3, 10, 17
$195 Members | $215 Non-Members (Materials not included)
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. Watercolor references will be chosen from photographs taken during the artist’s recent travels to China, Korea, and Japan. For this workshop, participants should be familiar with the basics of drawing, watercolor painting, mixing colors, and gray scale. The use of good-quality watercolor supplies is recommended.
Register at https://pencegallery.org/education/programs/workshops-and-classes/.
Any questions? Email pencegallery@gmail.com.

FREE Tummy Time Class
2026-01-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Davis Parent Nursery School (8th Street), 426 West 8th Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Come join our free Tummy Time Class, every Tuesday from 1:00-2:00pm at Davis Parent Nursery School. The goal of this meetup is to provide a space for parents with newborns to connect with other parents from the community. Moms, Dads, and all caretakers welcome. Siblings are not able to join at this time. We are here to support YOU and your baby! No pre-registration needed, simply show up. Led by our wonderful teacher, Annie Ramirez.

This program will be ongoing through the school year, except for school breaks.

Bisque Molds!
2026-01-13 15:30 - 18:00 | Davis Arts Center, 1919 F St, Davis, 95616, United States
In this two-day workshop, students will learn how to create clay molds that are then bisque-fired and can be used as permanent tools in your building arsenal. Bisque molds are wonderfully versatile and can be used in a variety of ways; in this workshop, we’ll focus on making bisque hump molds to create functional ware. Use available bisque molds or create your own!
This is a two-day workshop, and attending both days is required. All materials will be provided.
Day one: Learn to make bisque mold and use molds to make something
Day two: Glazing and opportunity to make more molds
Instructor: Vex Rios (They/Them/Theirs)
AGES 16+
Price: $70
Time: 3:30-6:00pm
Workshop dates: Tuesdays, January 6 & 13
