Week of Events
Cécile McLorin Salvant: Ogresse
Cécile McLorin Salvant: Ogresse
An original song cycle by Salvant in collaboration with arranger & conductor Darcy James Argue. 7p. $12.50-$65
Environmental Justice in a Moment of Danger
Environmental Justice in a Moment of Danger
Professor Julie Sze of American Studies at UCD discusses her new acclaimed book examining critical mobilizations for environmental justice from protests at Standing Rock to activism in Puerto Rico in the wake of Hurricane Maria. 7p-8:30p. Free
Wednesday Walk with Warren
Wednesday Walk with Warren
Join Warren Roberts for an engaging exploration of Spring in the Arboretum. Noon-1p.
Davis Farmers Market: Winter Market
Davis Farmers Market: Winter Market
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 […]
The China Shop: Artists in Science Labs
The China Shop: Artists in Science Labs
Playing off the idea of “a bull in a china shop,” artists are invited to work with scientists and their lab staff to repurpose the tools & infrastructure of scientific research in unexpected ways. 4:30p-6p. Free
UC Davis Concert Band
Canceled: Francis Stark
Canceled: Francis Stark
Stark’s work has been included in prominent exhibitions such as the 2013 Carnegie International, the 2011 Venice Biennale & the 2008 Whitney Biennial. 4:30p-6p. Free
Wine’d Down Thursday: Easy Living
Wine’d Down Thursday: Easy Living
Featuring an eclectic range of popular material from Doo-wop favorites & soul classics with the incredible vocals of Dianna Craig & the energetic but sensitive piano accompaniment of Sergei Shkurkin. 5p-7p. Free
Canceled: DaVinci World War 1 Museum Night
Canceled: DaVinci World War 1 Museum Night
DaVinci High Open House/ World War 1 Museum Night. DaVinci High School sophomores display their museum exhibits on different aspects of World War One. 6p-8p. Free
Jazz Bands of UC Davis
Jazz Bands of UC Davis
Featuring songs by Great American jazz legends & fusion arrangements by Michael League of Snarky Puppy. 7p. $12-$24
Pink Boots Society Brew Day
Pink Boots Society Brew Day
Raising the profile of women’s roles in the beer industry in honor of International Women's Day. 4p-9p. Free
Cosmic Turtle TIPL Release
Cosmic Turtle TIPL Release
The Cosmic Turtle is 10% abv Triple India Pale Lager (TIPL) being released in limited quantities in 16oz cans and on draft. Come out to enjoy an exciting new brew before it’s gone! 4p-9p. Free
2nd Friday ArtAbout
2nd Friday ArtAbout
A monthly evening of art viewing & artists' receptions at galleries & businesses in Davis. Explore downtown with this self-guided artwalk, which includes refreshments, opportunities to meet artists, live music & art demos. Turn to the back page of The Dirt for your official ArtAbout guide. Every 2nd Friday. 5p-9p. Free
Canceled: Opening reception
Canceled: Opening reception
Laurelin Gilmore & Liz Webb: The Stories We Tell Ourselves. Opening reception. 6p-9p. Free
Schola Cantorum & Chamber Singers
Schola Cantorum & Chamber Singers
UC Davis' Department of Music's Winter Concert. 7p-8:30p.
Güero
Canceled: Misner & Smith with Ismay
Canceled: Misner & Smith with Ismay
Hailing from Northern California, Misner & Smith’s music is a combination of soaring vocal harmonies, extremely tight instrumental arrangements & story-filled, poetic songwriting. 7:30p-9:30p. $20
Canceled: Dreamers’ Circus
Canceled: Dreamers’ Circus
Performance of "ethereal Nordic folk music" by three members of the Danish String Quartet whose bond informs their powerfully connective music. 8p. $10-$40
Canceled: Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
Canceled: Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
The Trocks blend a knowledge of dance, comedy, & the astounding fact that men can, indeed, dance en pointe without falling flat on their faces. 8p. $12.50-$85
Canceled: Community Canopy Arbor Day Tree Planting
Canceled: Community Canopy Arbor Day Tree Planting
Meet in front of the Veterans Memorial @9AM Have transportation between different planting sites or be willing to carpool with a team leader or fellow volunteer. 9a-Noon. Free
Guided Tour of the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
Guided Tour of the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
Yolo Basin Foundation invites you to get outside and explore the wildlife of our local wetlands! Knowledgeable docents will provide an overview of the wetland habitats in the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area as well as information about the plants and animals that call it home. Spotting scopes will allow the group a close-up look to […]
Canceled: UC Davis Arboretum & Public Garden Plant Sale
Canceled: UC Davis Arboretum & Public Garden Plant Sale
The first sale of the Spring! Shop our one-acre nursery to find the attractive, low-water plants you need to create an ecologically balanced, beautiful landscape with California natives. 9a-1p.
Canceled: UC Davis Center for Neuroscience Neurofest
Canceled: UC Davis Center for Neuroscience Neurofest
NeuroFest 2020 Healthy Brain, Healthy Mind: Progress in Mental Health Research A healthy mental life critically depends on intact brain functioning. Join us at our annual public neuroscience event to learn how neuroscientists are identifying genes, pathways and networks to inform novel approaches for better treatments and cures for mental disorders. Plus, NEW NeuroBlitz by […]
Canceled: Rhythms of the Seasons For Kids
Canceled: Rhythms of the Seasons For Kids
Performance by Taiko Drummers, a Japanese Scroll painting craft & storytime. Snacks will be provided. Activities appropriate for children ages 3-10. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Come celebrate the season & Japanese culture. 2p-4p. Free
Pi Day Celebration
Pi Day Celebration
Pi-themed activities, circle scavenger hunt & Light & Sound exhibit. Drawing for a free pie @ 3:14pm. 2 & under Free. 10a-5p. $6/$8
North Davis Elementary Fundraiser
North Davis Elementary Fundraiser
Proceeds from the bar will be donated to North Davis Elementary School. Come out to support a local Davis Elementary School! 4p-8p. Free
Video Game Orchestra
Video Game Orchestra
Ready Player 2! Join for music from some of your favorite multiplayer games like Luigi's Mansion and Super Smash Bros. 6p/Doors @5:30p. RSVP https://tinyurl.com/rkho3tm. Pay at the door, Cash/Venmo $5 . 6p.
Canceled: Pi(e) Day Poster Party
Canceled: Pi(e) Day Poster Party
Help create a giant poster using color-coded stickers. Reveal the mystery design. There will be pie! 2p-3p. Free
Canceled: Celebrate Nowruz 2020
Canceled: Celebrate Nowruz 2020
Come celebrate an ancient Persian tradition marking the Spring Equinox. Featuring live music by Nariman Percussion Ensemble, cultural presentations, and kids'activities, as well as Persian appetizers, sweets, and drinks! 6p-9:30p. $10-$25
Canceled: Community Drum Circle
Canceled: Community Drum Circle
Mamadou’s Community Drum Circle honors Larry Merson, mentor & friend to Mamadou Traore. Proceeds from this event go to charities that Larry & his wife Teri support. Free drum rental. 6:30p-9p. $15 adv/$20 door
Canceled: International Folk Dancing
Canceled: International Folk Dancing
Dancing every Sunday. Instruction, reviews, and requests of beginning to advanced level dances from around the world. First time free. Then payment by punch card. 7p-10p. Free-$7
Canceled: Stories on Stage
Canceled: Camelot
Canceled: Camelot
Camelot brings the legend of King Arthur & his Knights of the Round Table to life! Shows run from Mar 6-29. Fri/Sat @8p. Sun @2p. 8p. $14-$18
Duval Speck. Local Jazzy / Soul / Folk-Rock
Postponed: John Reischman & The Jaybirds
Postponed: John Reischman & The Jaybirds
The band puts their own particular stamp on bluegrass, old time & acous-tic roots music. 8p. $12 – $26
Canceled: Camelot
Canceled: Camelot
Camelot brings the legend of King Arthur & his Knights of the Round Table to life! Shows run from Mar 6-29. Fri/Sat @8p. Sun @2p. 8p. $14-$18
Canceled: A Celebration of Music at Mondavi
Canceled: A Celebration of Music at Mondavi
DSOMA presents: the Emerson-Da Vinci-Harper Jr. High Orchestras, the Emerson-Da Vinci-Harper and Holmes Jr. High Choirs, Elementary All City Strings Orchestra, the Davis Young Artists Chamber Ensemble & Chamber Music Students of Susan Lamb Cook. 2p-5p. $10-$30