Democracy by Participation: The Life and Legacy of Cruz Reynoso
Peter J. Shields Library 100 NW Quad DavisRoy De Forest: Habitats for Travelers Selections
Manetti Shrem Museum (Shrem) 254 Old Davis Rd.Encounters UFO Xperience: The Alien Museum & Club UFO
University Mall 871 Russel Road, DavisCalifornia Funk to Figuration: A New Narrative Mythology
John Natsoulas Center for the Arts 521 1st St., 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.
William T. Wiley Exhibition
THRU JAN 7. John Natsoulas Center for the Arts. A member of the UC Davis studio art faculty and a participant in the Bay Area Funk Movement, Wiley produced an iconic body of work.
California Funk to Figuration: A New Narrative Mythology
THRU JAN 7. John Natsoulas Center for the Arts. A thrilling exhibition of paintings, sculptures, and works on paper by the leading 20th-Century Funk artists from California and Chicago.
Loie Hollowell: Tick Tock Belly Clock
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Hollowell is a rising star in the art world, known primarily for paintings & drawings that map the body through figuration & abstraction. Exhibit features soft pastel drawings. On view until May 8, 2023.
Roy De Forest: Habitats for Travelers Selections
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. First-generation art faculty member & UC Davis Professor Emeritus Roy De Forest (1930-2007) is beloved for his colorful narrative figurative paintings, drawings & prints. Exhibition on view until May 8, 2023.
Robert Arneson 30 Year Memorial Exhibit at Natsoulas
The John Natsoulas Gallery is proud to present a new exhibition in honor of Robert Arneson (Sept. 4, 1930 – Nov. 2, 1992). Commemorating the 30-year anniversary of the passing of the great artist, this show will offer visitors the chance to see amazing sculptures and works on paper by this artist who shaped the […]
Off The Grid
THRU FEB 11. THE BARN GALLERY, WOODLAND. innovative approaches to contemporary and traditional fiber arts, featuring artists: Jane Ingram Allen, Lynn Beldner, Brandy Bennett, Melanie Bown, June Daskalakis, Zen Du, Gioia Fonda, Roberta Monte James, Marjan Kluepfel, Penelope Lenaerts, Tanya Lieberman, Barbetta Lockart, Natalie Nelson, Carole Pirruccello, Elisa Reutinger, Marguerite Schaffron, Abigail Vargas, Susan Broadhurst Werrin & Roxanne Brodeur Young.
Expressions in Cloth
THRU FEB 1. GALLERY 625. Features quilts by Bernadette Behrends, Carole Pirruccello, & more.
Flights of Fancy: Sculpture by Steven McGovney
McGovney uses clay, steel wire, and acrylic and oil paint to bring his animal and figurative work to life, concentrating on the sculptural side of ceramics.
Rita Glazar Bunch: Dawning Art
Rita Glazer Bunch “Dawning Art” fluid acrylic pour painting December 3 – January 6 2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception: December 9, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Logos Books, 513 Second Street, Davis, CA, 95616 Rita Glazar Bunch is a burgeoning artist based in Davis, California. Between raising her family and a demanding career in business, including […]
Encounters UFO Xperience: The Alien Museum & Club UFO
UNIVERSITY MALL. Family-fun, interactive space of UFO legends, alien artifacts & the paranormal. Incl game room, dance parties & hands-on exhibits. Wed–Sun.
Myrtle Press Prints: Portfolio x 2
Sampling of prints made through various processes marks the debut display of Myrtle Press’ invitational print exchanges in our region.
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Centering Dance: A Monthly Guided Mindfulness Practice of Embodiment
Centering Dance: A Monthly Guided Mindfulness Practice of Embodiment
STAMBUSKY STUDIOS. Release, recharge & recenter by gifting yourself 90 minutes of intuitive, inspired, mindful movement with a welcoming local community. Discover the special alchemy that occurs at the intersection of mindfulness, movement & music. No dance experience is needed. All are welcome. Guided by Teresa Hooker, PsyD. 4th Tuesdays, 7:30p–9p. Don/$20
Trivia Tuesday
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Spork Food Hub Farm Stand
Spork Food Hub Farm Stand
CANNERY BARN. Every Wednesday, Spork food hub is an outlet for local, family farms. Find seasonal, organic produce pasture raised eggs, pork and beef. 2p–6p
Electricity for Ukraine
Electricity for Ukraine
Odd Fellows Ukraine Relief Fund: The Davis Odd Fellows Ukraine Support Committee is raising money to support Ukrainians who have suffered due to the invasion of their country, the devastation of their infrastructure, and the loss of their loved ones. A fundraiser to buy generators for Uman, Ukraine Davis Odd Fellows Lodge 415 2nd St […]
19th Annual Home for the Holidays
19th Annual Home for the Holidays
Concert benefitting the Davis School Arts Foundation. Musical acts include: Boot Juice, Joe Craven, Way Our West, Misner and Smith, Rita Hosking, Hattie Craven, Alaina Rose, The Tyrobeys, & special guests. 7p. $25
Woodstock’s Weekly Pies and Pints
Woodstock’s Weekly Pies and Pints
WOODSTOCK'S. First pint is full price, but you get to keep the glass—& every pint after that night is 50% off for the night. Ask the bartenders when you arrive. 8p to close.
Storytime @ Pioneer Park
Storytime @ Pioneer Park
Come for stories and songs every second and fourth Thursday @10:30a. For children ages 3–6. Weather permitting.
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Holiday Farm Dinners at Park Winters
Holiday Farm Dinners at Park Winters
Enjoy a seasonally inspired, four-course dinner, served family style from 4–9p. Reservations required. $125 per person, add-ons extra
Aggie Night at Sudwerk Brewing Co.
Aggie Night at Sudwerk Brewing Co.
SUDWERK BREWING CO. Join the Cal Aggie Alumni Association's monthly Aggie Nights. Register to get a branded pint glass & your first beer on the house. Fourth Thursday, 5:30p–7:30p.
Free Yoga Fridays
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free
Holiday Farm Dinners at Park Winters
Holiday Farm Dinners at Park Winters
Enjoy a seasonally inspired, four-course dinner, served family style from 4–9p. Reservations required. $125 per person, add-ons extra
Karaoke Night
Davis Pre-Christmas Farmers Market
Davis Pre-Christmas Farmers Market
Come on downtown from 8a–1p to buy fresh produce, meats, wines, and other locally sourced food products before the Christmas holiday.
Davis Model Train Display
Davis Model Train Display
AMTRAK STATION. The electric train display features two layouts (Lionel O and HO gauges) with interactive components for children as well as examples and history of local Davis points of interest. Saturdays thru Dec 24. 10a-12:30p. Free/Don
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Make holiday shopping easy with art-based goods from Pence Gallery. Open daily, including Mondays, 11:30a–5p during Holiday Market!
37th Annual Holiday Meal
37th Annual Holiday Meal
The Davis Food Co-op is proud to announce that this year we will celebrate the 37th Annual Holiday Meal, to be held Saturday, December 24th at the Veterans Memorial Center in Davis. Everyone is invited to enjoy this free warm meal by either dining in or taking out. This free and festive dinner for the […]