Control/Shift
2025-11-20 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-21 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Mondavi Center (Mondavi) UC Davis Campus
The UC Davis Department of Theatre and Dance will present “Control/Shift,” the fall dance concert, which features a small ensemble of select dancers performing in the intimate Vanderhoef Studio. The program is curated by Doria E. Charlson, visiting professor of theatre and dance, and showcases new works developed and performed by undergraduate students. Doria Charlson will create a new work for the company as will guest choreographer Meredith J. Charlson.

General Admission: $12, Faculty/Staff: $10 Students/Seniors: $5

Photography Club of Davis
2025-11-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library Blanchard Room, 315 E 14th St, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
The Photography Club of Davis will meet on Thursday, November 20, at 7:00pm in the Blanchard Room of the Mary L. Stephens Library at 314 East 14th Street in Davis. The meeting will feature a photo critique of member-submitted images. Critiques tend to be positive learning experiences for both submitters and the general audience. Participants discuss “why does this image work” as well as “why does this image not work” and how the image may be improved. Attendees also learn about the techniques involved. The Photography Club of Davis meets every month on the third Thursday of the month (except July and August) and welcomes members of the public to attend.
“This event is not sponsored by Yolo County Library and the presence of this group in the meeting room does not constitute Yolo County Library’s endorsement of the policies or beliefs of this group.”

Stitching on Paper Workshop
2025-11-20 19:00 - 21:30 | Fera House, Davis, CA, 95616
FERA HOUSE, Davis CA.
Have fun poking paper and stitching colorful rows in this creative exploration. We will use homemade paper, postcards, (the cyanotype art you made if you joined us last class), and overlay patterns or freestyle stitching to create one-of-a-kind textural pieces.
We’ll chat, share stories, sip tea, and relax, and try not to prick our fingers. If you chose to make a postcard or note card, then stay a bit longer to write a message to a loved one. (I’ll have plenty of stamps!)
Join us for a calm few hours to make some holiday gifts and cards – a needed break before the business of Thanksgiving and winter festivities.
Date: Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Time: 7-9:30pm
Location: North Davis (Exact address will be emailed upon registration)

Beer and Brewing Course!
2025-11-21 09:00 - 12:00
Sacramento City College (SCC) offers a three-unit introductory beer and brewing course, NUTRI 336, as part of its Food Science program. This course is designed to be hands-on and is taught at the SCC Davis Center. It is open to students 21 years of age and older.

Key details about the course:

Course Name: NUTRI 336, Introduction to Beer and Brewing

Units: 3

Age Requirement: Must be at least 21 years old

Location: SCC Davis Center

Focus: The course covers the stages of malting and brewing, major ingredients, beer styles, and factors affecting beer quality, according to Sacramento City College.

Part of: It’s part of a Food Science degree program being developed at SCC.

Transferable: This course is transferable to both CSU and UC systems.

General Education: It fulfills Local GE L5 for Fall 2025.

English Conversation Group
2025-11-21 09:45 - 10:45 | Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library, 315 East 14th Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Join our adult Conversation Group to practice your English in a fun and relaxed way with help from group facilitator. Drop in visitors welcome!
No reservation required. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in advance by calling (530) 666-8005. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

Pence Gallery Holiday Market
2025-11-21 11:30 - 17:00, 2025-11-22 11:30 - 17:00 | Pence Gallery, 212 D Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
November 14 – December 24, 2025
Reception: November 14, 6-9 PM (free)
The Pence’s Holiday Market is a treasure trove of handcrafted items made by regional artists and artisans, perfect for holiday gift giving. Visitors can enjoy shopping for cozy knit scarves, unique jewelry, ceramics, paintings, and more. Over 50 participating artists will share their work, and our gallery will be overflowing with fun items that will make great gifts, which can be wrapped in a gift bag upon request. Pence Members receive 10% off Holiday Market purchases!
Members Only Shopping Hour
Friday, November 14, 10:30-11:30 AM (free)
Pence Members are invited to enjoy a private opening of the amazing Holiday Market. Members can enjoy delicious snacks and coffee while getting first dibs on shopping for holiday treasures. Not a Member? Sign up online at pencegallery.org or in person at the gallery.
The Holiday Market is open daily from 11:30 AM – 5 PM (including Mondays), with the following exceptions:
Nov. 26: Closes at 3 PM
Nov. 27: Closed for Thanksgiving Day
Dec. 24: Closes at 3 PM (final day)

Sthira (Effort) & Sukha (Ease) Yoga
2025-11-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Davis Shambhala Meditation Center, 133 D Street, Suite H, upstairs, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Sthira (Effort) & Sukha (Ease) Yoga
Davis Shambhala Meditation Center
Fridays, 12—1 PM, $15

Start the weekend off with this unique yoga practice with Beth, focused on alignment, strength & length, effort & ease, and movement with breath.

Free Beginning Tai Chi
2025-11-21 15:00 - 16:00 | Davis Lutheran Church, 317 E 8th St, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Free tai chi classes for beginners of all ages and fitness levels are now being offered at the Davis Lutheran Church! Tai chi (太极) is an ancient Chinese martial art that is practiced mainly for physical and mental health. It is a type of moving meditation in which breathing is coordinated with a series of fluid movements and postures. Class covers basic postures, movements, and the simplified 8-form, with an emphasis on building balance and coordination. Your instructor, Tina Duan, is a tai chi expert who trained as a professional in China. Drop-ins welcome. No experience necessary. Wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Line Dance Class at Davis Community Church
2025-11-21 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.

Tales for Tails
2025-11-21 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.

Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
2025-11-21 15:00 - 17:00 | 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.

Percussion Ensemble of UC Davis
2025-11-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Ann E. Pitzer Center, Hutchison Dr & Cushing Way, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Under the direction of Chris Froh, the Percussion Ensemble performs Michael Gordon: Part I of Timber for Six Percussionists Playing Wooden Simantras (amplified 2 x 4s) and Lei Liang: Lakescape II for Three Percussionists.

Art Explorers: Family Open Studio
2025-11-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Davis Arts Center, 1919 F St.
Looking for a space where you, your family, and even friends can have fun with art and creativity? Drop in at our Art Explorers: Family Open Studio! Explore an array of art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. Let your creative imagination run wild! (An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult.)

Get Sauced on Friday PopUp at Davis Wine Bar by The Pasta Exchange
2025-11-21 17:00 - 22:00 | Davis Wine Bar, 611 2nd Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
A new culinary collaboration in downtown Davis in October. The Pasta Exchange, a fresh pasta pop-up, takes over Davis Wine Bar on Friday nights, transforming the space into a cozy dining experience serving pastas made in-house, fresh baked focaccia bread along with a mix of Mediterranean inspired menu items.
“We had such positive feedback from guests over the summer at our popups.” says Chef Ryan Schmidtberger, creator of The Pasta Exchange. “We realized we needed to make this a permanent fixture for the Davis community”
Launched Friday, October 3rd, The Pasta Exchange offers an a la carte menu of old world inspired Pasta entrees like Pinwheel Lasagna with Spinach & Artichoke Sauce, Whole Wheat Tagliatelle Noodles with Braised Mushrooms and their signature Tortiglioni a la Vodka Sauce & Spicy Italian Sausage. The Pasta Exchange designed a gluten free pasta made from a blend of organic rice flours & starches available for guests to substitute as well.
Rounding out the menu is a Vegetable category featuring Roasted Cauliflower & Caper~Raisin Oreganato Sauce, Green Market Tomatoes over Burrata and a Kale Caesar Salad topped with home-made bread crumbs.
Expect a rotating list of wines by the glass & bottle selection guests can also take home via Davis Wine Bar’s retail wine list. The Pasta Exchange has also created a wine-based cocktail list with twists on classic cocktails like the Negroni and the Gin & Tonic.
The Details:
– Davis Wine Bar – 611 2nd St, Davis, CA
– Friday Nights
– Service 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM
– Reservations https://the-pasta-exchange.resos.com/booking, www.daviswinebar.com, www.thepastaexchange.com
Limited walk/in space available & guests are encouraged to reserve ahead

The Spokes: Unplugged
2025-11-21 19:30 - 21:30 | The Melon Ball, 1970 Lake Blvd., Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Please join The Spokes for an evening of intimate, cabaret-style performances, full of new arrangements and new members, with the same beautiful sound! The Spokes are the premier all female-identifying a cappella group at UC Davis since 2004! Their fierce, fun, and feminine style brings joy to audiences all over the West Coast, most notably in their annual spring a cappella showcase, HellaCappella. Besides exciting crowds with their vibrant energy, The Spokes have excelled in their craft, placing second in ICCA Quarterfinals in 2024 and taking home Best Soloist in 2021. The Spokes take pride in cultivating an uplifting community of high voice singers and are dedicated to female empowerment. Just as a bicycle wheel relies on the support of all its spokes, all the Spokies depend on one another to be the fabulous group they are!

A Christmas Carol the Musical
2025-11-21 19:30 - 22:00 | Woodland Opera House, 340 2nd Street, Woodland, California
Show Run: November 21 – December 7, 2025
Come see this timeless tale in a timeless place: the historic Woodland Opera House! Start the season right with this musical interpretation of Charles Dicken’s classic tale featuring music and lyrics by Broadway heavy hitters, Alan Menken (Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Little Shop of Horrors) and Lynn Ahrens (Ragtime, Seussical, Once on This Island).
Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated “Bah! Humbug!” Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving, but he’s forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past, Present and Future. Thanks to their guidance, Scrooge recognizes his faults and greets Christmas morning with a cheerful “Happy Christmas” before spending the day reconnecting and sharing love with those that mean the most to him.
Learn More: https://www.woodlandoperahouse.org/
Get Tickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=273634
A CHRISTMAS CAROL is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. mtishows.com

25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
2025-11-21 19:30 - 22:30 | Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC), 607 Pena Dr.
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee – November 7 through November 30, 2025
Underwritten by Suzy Goldschmidt, in honor of David Goldschmidt
An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box.
Recommended for ages 13 & up
Directed by Tea Pusey

Mace Ranch parkrun
2025-11-22 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!

The Bike Garage Open Hours: Davis Location
2025-11-22 08:00 - 12:00 | Bike Garage Davis, 606 Peña Drive #300
Davis location: 606 Peña Drive #300

FREE Bike Repair

Come to the Bike Garage, where our volunteer mechanics will repair your bike. We accept cash, Venmo, and Paypal donations.
Interested in becoming a volunteer bike mechanic? No experience is necessary.

CONTACT US TO VOLUNTEER

Quality Used Bikes for SaleLowest prices on the best used bikes.Our inventory changes every day!

Hybrid bikes, town bikes, vintage bikes, road bikes, mountain bikes, kids’ bikes, and more. Visit the Bike Garage in Davis or Woodland to check out our inventory.

Davis Farmers Market
2025-11-22 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

Learn to Meditate
2025-11-22 08:30 - 12:30 | Davis Shambhala Meditation Center, 133 D Street, Suite H, upstairs, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Join us for four Saturday mornings in September to learn a simple yet profound meditation practice that is grounded in the ancient Tibetan teachings of Shambhala. Centered on the notion of basic goodness, these teachings and practices are meant for times of joy and also times that are unsettling and difficult. They describe how people can actually make use of tenderness, sadness, and fear to access an open awareness that is clear seeing, steady and kind. Each Saturday morning session (9-Noon) will include talks, guided meditation instruction, small discussion groups and a tea break. All levels of practice welcome. If you have an established meditation practice you will appreciate the retreat like environment and opportunity to meditate in community with what Suzuki Roshi called “beginner’s mind”. The leader for the weekend is Lyle Larson who has been practicing and studying Buddhism and Shambhala paths since 1981. He is especially interested in how these profound ancient teachings apply to everyday life in our highly polarized aggressive world. His latest path emphasis has been on applying the teachings and practices of simply being present and deep empathetic listening.

The Bike Garage Open Hours: Woodland Location
2025-11-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Bike Garage Woodland, 1st & Hayes
Woodland location: 1st and Hays streets at Douglass Middle School

FREE Bike Repair

Come to the Bike Garage, where our volunteer mechanics will repair your bike. We accept cash, Venmo, and Paypal donations.
Interested in becoming a volunteer bike mechanic? No experience is necessary.

CONTACT US TO VOLUNTEER

Quality Used Bikes for SaleLowest prices on the best used bikes.Our inventory changes every day!

Hybrid bikes, town bikes, vintage bikes, road bikes, mountain bikes, kids’ bikes, and more.
Visit the Bike Garage in Davis or Woodland to check out our inventory.

Holiday Gift & Art Sale!
2025-11-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Davis Community Church (DCC), 412 C Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Unique, beautiful gifts that feel good to give!
Saturday, November 22
9 am – 4 pm
Fellowship Hall (across from Central Park)
Come for some fun holiday shopping and support your local artisans and non-profits!
Featuring the DoGood Shop, Purple Tree Cafe, Heifer Project International, Resilient Threads of Guatemala, Metlakatla Baskets, Davis Phoenix Coalition and a host of local artists including Verena Borton, weaving, Brett Chulada, photography, Carrie Ceniseroz, art cards, Jennifer Terra, screened and tie-dye garments, Noah and Emily Yun-Cooke, scarves, hats and origami jewelry, Mariu’s Needlecraft, felt ornaments, Karen Anderson, jewelry and felted bowls, Susie Cauchi, shell art, nightlights, jewelry, Deborah Jory, festive banners…and more!

Teen Awkward Art
2025-11-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Dixon Library, 230 N 1st St, Dixon, CA, 95620, United States
Unleash your inner oddball at our creative free-for-all! Supplies provided. Registration recommended, but not required to attend. This event is geared towards tweens & teens ages 10 to 18.

Art Spark
2025-11-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Manetti Shrem Museum (Shrem), 254 Old Davis Rd.
Drop in for an afternoon of art making at the museum’s Carol and Gerry Parker Art Studio inspired by this fall’s exhibitions. Each month, we offer a different activity that explores ideas, materials and processes connected to works of art on view. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Making art is for everyone.  All activity supplies provided.

November: Botanical Monoprints — Print yourself a garden! Make a unique print that colorfully captures plants’ silhouettes and textures. Find more ways of documenting, preserving and memorializing species in works by Clarissa Tossin and Brandon Ballengeé.

Control/Shift
2025-11-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Mondavi Center (Mondavi) UC Davis Campus
The Department of Theatre and Dance will present Control/Shift, the fall dance concert, which features a small ensemble of select dancers performing in the intimate Vanderhoef Studio. The program is curated by Doria E. Charlson, visiting professor of theatre and dance, and showcases new works developed and performed by undergraduate students. Doria Charlson will create a new work for the company as will guest choreographer Meredith J. Charlson.

General Admission: $12, Faculty/Staff: $10 Students/Seniors: $5

Seussical Jr.
2025-11-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC), 607 Pena Dr.
Seussical Jr. – November 15 through December 7, 2025
School Matinees: December 2, 2025; 9:15am and noon
Underwritten by Betty J. Paro, in remembrance of Tom Paro

YPT-Seussical, Jr (2025)
Betty J. Paro, in remembrance of Tom Paro
Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and he must also guard an abandoned egg that’s been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!
Recommended for all ages!

Directed by Jan Isaacson
Choreographed by Megan Richmond
Musical direction by Montana Monce

“Musics of the World:” Gamelan, Bluegrass, Samba, and Mariachi Ensembles
2025-11-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Ann E. Pitzer Center, Hutchison Dr & Cushing Way, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
“Musics of the World” brings together the UC Davis Department of Music’s Gamelan, Bluegrass, Samba, and Mariachi Ensembles for a program that showcases an array of international sounds.
