Democracy by Participation: The Life and Legacy of Cruz Reynoso
Peter J. Shields Library 100 NW Quad DavisWeek of Events
Exhibit: Asian American Activism: From the 1960s to the Present
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.
Democracy by Participation: The Life and Legacy of Cruz Reynoso
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.
Pence Gallery: Found
Artists from the Sacramento region to the Bay Area have been drawn to the practice of creating assemblages since the 1950s. Assemblage refers to a sculpture fabricated by assembling discarded or recycled objects into a cohesive whole, often with an embedded social commentary. Contemporary artists Suzanne Adan, Randy Brennan, Julia Couzens, Stephen Giannetti, Nemo Gould, […]
Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2022
The Pence Gallery’s Slice exhibit is now in its 10th year. This display of contemporary art in a variety of media celebrates the work of artists from all over California. This year’s juror is Chris Daubert - artist, writer, and curator - who has chosen pieces that are conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of […]
Exhibit It! A Community Art Exhibit
It's time for our annual non-juried exhibit to highlight the talent of our community's artists! Artists ages 16 and up can drop off one artwork of their choice in any medium to the Pence on July 1-2, 11:30am-4:30pm, to be displayed in our summer display Exhibit It! The Pence will accept up to 50 […]
Davis Arts Center Summer Arts Camp 2022
Join us for a week of art adventures, friendship, and fun. Develop new art skills and techniques while having a blast! This art intensive will focus on painting, drawing, and more! We will spend time indoors and out, weather permitting. Individual and group projects are led by Davis Arts Center teaching artists. All materials are […]
Illuminated Miniatures Workshop with Ann Marie Campbell
Learn a brief history of medieval illuminated miniatures as you paint your own miniature on goatskin parchment. Ann Marie Campbell is an expert in illuminated miniatures and will guide you step-by-step in this ancient art form. You will learn to gild and to make egg tempera paint, the kind of paint used by monks in […]
Free Yoga Fridays
Summer Concert Series: Wealth of Nations
Summer Concert Series: Wealth of Nations
Join us for our Summer Concerts Series on Main Street to watch Wealth of Nations, a 70s rock band. Family- and pet-friendly venue. Free admission. Friday, July 15, 2022 7:00–9:00 pm Downtown Winters, Main Street, Winters, CA (map)
Make Davis Sparkle at Chestnut Park
Make Davis Sparkle at Chestnut Park
Make Davis sparkle this summer! Volunteer for a community cleanup session at Chestnut park to keep our city as gorgeous as ever. Chestnut Park Parking Lot, 1020 Chestnut Lane Saturday, July 16, from 8–10 am. To volunteer, contact the Davis Chamber of Commerce at communications@davischamber.com or visit www.davischamber.com.
Honey and Cheese Tasting
Honey and Cheese Tasting
Join us for a special 30-minute honey and cheese tasting with Amina Harris, the Queen Bee! This perfect combination will inspire you—sweet honey with savory cheese. Includes a short crash course into sensory science, pairing three different cheeses with three different honeys. Accompaniments like nuts and crackers will be provided to round out the spread. […]
Ice Cream Ride
Ice Cream Ride
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day. The Bike Campaign invites everyone to ride the entire Davis Bike Loop (12mi). Enjoy FREE ice cream for all loop riders at 2pm afterparty.