The Artery: Whimsical Hats and Unique Felted Wraps
Artists' Cooperative of Davis 207 G Street, DavisPence Gallery: Quintessential California, Landscape Painting by Karen Fess-Uecker and Teresa Steinbach-Garcia
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisPence Gallery: First Impressions, Early Prints by Roy De Forest
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisDamien Sneed’s “Joy to the World: A Christmas Musical Journey”
Mondavi Center (Mondavi) UC Davis CampusWeek of Events
Pence Gallery Call to Artists – “2020”
There is no fee to enter. Artwork may address, but is not limited to, the following: Black Lives Matter, the wildfires, the election, sheltering in place, and COVID-19.
UC Davis Arts: “Guardians: Spirits of Protection”
“Guardians: Spirits of Protection” is a poignant exploration of the creative relationship between tragedy and design. Now, you can view this magnificent piece at the UC Davis Design Museum through April 24. The installation showcases a series of sculptures created by design professor emerita Ann Savageau. She crafted them from objects and flotsam that washed […]
Call to Artists – Stairway Display
Interested in displaying your work at the Pence Gallery in 2022? We are looking for artists like you! Every month, the Pence features a new display of work along our stairway from emerging local and regional artists. We would love to bring in some new artists to our gallery! The space strictly allows for 2D […]
The Artery: Whimsical Hats and Unique Felted Wraps
Artery Hours: Monday through Saturday: 10 am to 6 pm Second Friday, November 12: Open until 9 pm Sunday: Noon to 5 pm The Artery presents "Whimsical Hats and Unique Felted Wraps" by Lucy Della Rosa. Her show, October 29 to November 21, ushers in the holiday season with a burst of colors and textures. […]
Art of Solidarity: Call for Art
Solidarity Space and I-House Davis are seeking digital artwork to be placed at the Solidarity Space Davis in Central Park. We will design selected pieces into a vinyl wrap collage and install them at the Solidarity Space on the concrete base of the existing green, metal surrounding. This call is open to hobbyists, doodlers, poets, […]
Gallery 1855: Zen Du Exhibition
Zen Du is a multimedia artist. For her, the study of unconscious impulses and the exploration of authentic qualities of materials have long interested her artistically. Her work expresses, investigates, and inquires about spirit and matter, unconsciousness and logic, clairvoyance and doctrine, natural and aesthetic, all of which she has observed since childhood. All of […]
Pence Gallery: Quintessential California, Landscape Painting by Karen Fess-Uecker and Teresa Steinbach-Garcia
In Quintessential California, artists Karen Fess-Uecker and Teresa Steinbach-Garcia communicate their passion for the California landscape into exceptional paintings. The two artists draw upon the vibrant and dynamic elements of the scenery before them, and in turn, transfer the magic of nature to viewers through their art. Visit this two-person exhibit and find yourself enveloped […]
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
The Pence’s annual fine art & craft sale is full of jewelry, scarves, ceramics, and festive holiday items, all created by artists working in our region. Marcia Smith’s quirky sculptures and Ian Bassett’s elegant pottery will return to the Pence, as well as jewelry by Kristin Anderson, Momo Glass, Deveer's Designs, and Heidi Pauer. Jackie […]
Pence Gallery: First Impressions, Early Prints by Roy De Forest
First Impressions offers a remarkable look at Roy De Forest’s early explorations in printmaking. Throughout his career as a prolific painter of worlds full of wonder and exploration, De Forest (1930-2007) was drawn to the process of lithography as a graphic representation of his ideas. This exhibit highlights his explorations with Abstract Expressionism, which began […]
Online ‘Holiday Sunset Auction’ hosted by the Sunset Rotary Club of Davis
The Sunset Rotary Club of Davis is hosting its first ever online auction. The event will support projects that impact our local and broader communities. Our “Holiday Sunset Auction” will raise much needed funds to continue crucial local community projects. Funds will support programs at the Davis Senior Center and Fall Movies In The Park, […]
Damien Sneed’s “Joy to the World: A Christmas Musical Journey”
Damien Sneed’s “Joy to the World: A Christmas Musical Journey”
Joy to the World: A Christmas Musical Journey takes audiences through Damien Sneed’s original arrangements of gospel, jazz and classical favorites. The show features a cast of 10 singers and musicians performing well-known holiday classics such as “Silent Night,” “This Christmas,” and “Joy To The World". It also includes excerpts from Handel’s Messiah and many […]
Creative Writing Reading Series: Aria Aber’s Poetry Examines Afghan American Relations
Creative Writing Reading Series: Aria Aber’s Poetry Examines Afghan American Relations
Poet Aria Aber will give an online reading for the Creative Writing Series. Her poems have appeared in The New Yorker, Poetry Magazine and The Poetry Review. She is the author of Hard Damage, composed of lyric and documentary poems, which won the Prairie Schooner Book Prize in Poetry and a Whiting Award. The collection […]
Newcomers Tour of the Woodland Opera House
Newcomers Tour of the Woodland Opera House
We have a historic landmark in Woodland and Newcomers will get a chance to take a backstage tour. Learn its secrets and lore as a docent walks you through this building. There is no charge for the tour, but a donation to maintain this lovely space would be appreciated. Due to COVID concerns we will […]
Musics of the World
Musics of the World
Gamelan Samba School Mariachi Ensemble Capoeira Ensemble We will require proof of COVID vaccination or a negative COVID test at the door. Please take a moment to read the latest information on attending our events. Direct link to the livestream Juan Diego Díaz is an ethnomusicologist with a geographic research interest in Africa and its diaspora. […]
Johannes Brahms and Clara Schumann
Johannes Brahms and Clara Schumann
Clara Schumann: Piano Trio in G Minor, op. 17 Johannes Brahms: Piano Quintet in F Minor, op. 34 A Shinkoskey Noon Concert Proof of COVID vaccination or a negative COVID test will be required at the door. Please take a moment to read the latest information on attending our events. Direct link to the livestream. A native of Northern […]
Wayang Bali (Indonesian Shadow Puppet Play)
Wayang Bali (Indonesian Shadow Puppet Play)
Presented in conjunction with the conference Rethinking the History of Indonesian Music, a conference made possible by the Henry Luce Foundation. Wayang Bali, the Balinese Shadow Play (which features a live gamelan accompaniment), is one of the most revered traditional art forms in the world. According to Balinese philosophy, a wayang performance is a symbol of the cosmos. The […]
33rd Annual Davis Turkey Trot
33rd Annual Davis Turkey Trot
2021 marks the 33rd Annual Davis Turkey Trot. When the Turkey Trot began, it hosted some of the fastest runners in northern California. Today, the event still offers a very fast field, but places emphasis on the entire family. With seven different events and distances, there is something for every age group and ability. On […]
Davis Turkey Trot
Davis Turkey Trot
2021 marks the 33rd Annual Davis Turkey Trot. When the Turkey Trot began, it hosted some of the fastest runners in northern California. Today, the event still offers a very fast field, but places emphasis on the entire family. With seven different events and distances, there is something for every age group and ability. On […]
Trail Maintenance at Stebbins Cold Canyon
Trail Maintenance at Stebbins Cold Canyon
Join Tuleyome as we help the University of California, Davis maintain the trails at Stebbins Cold Canyon! This popular hiking location requires care and maintenance throughout the year. All participants must follow Tuleyome and UC Reserve COVID-19 safety guidelines including masks and social distancing. Please arrive by 8 am at the upper parking area (on the […]
Tree Davis Volunteer Tree Care Event – Harper Highway Greenbelt
Tree Davis Volunteer Tree Care Event – Harper Highway Greenbelt
Help us plant young trees in the greenbelt near Frances Harper Jr. High! We will be digging tree holes, planting trees, and pounding support stakes. We will meet in the grassy area adjacent to 3812 Ascada Place. The coordinates are 38.561161, -121.703630. Please park on Ascada Place or Oceano Way. Sign up today at https://www.treedavis.org/volunteer/ […]
Jack and the Beanstalk
Jack and the Beanstalk
Fee. Fi. Fo. Fum. We smell another wonderful fairytale brought to life! Jack And The Beanstalk is a splendid spin on the classic tale. Needing money to pay the yearly taxes, Jack's mother instructs him to sell their cow. True to form, Jack winds up with a bag full of magic beans in exchange for […]
Pamyua: Celebrating Indigenous Music
Pamyua: Celebrating Indigenous Music
Proud to represent Indigenous culture, the group believes unity is possible though music and dance. Members interpret Inuit traditions masterfully, with joy and sincerity.
Jazz Artist Veronica Swift at Mondavi Center
Jazz Artist Veronica Swift at Mondavi Center
Last time the Mondavi Center hosted Veronica Swift in 2019, she captivated audiences with four thrilling nights of jazz standards. At just 27 years old, Swift has built a résumé that even many late-career jazz singers would envy: tours as a featured vocalist with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and Chris Botti; a guest collaboration with Michael Feinstein; […]