Roy 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, DavisFrom Concept to Creation: Inspired Shoe Design by Chris Francis
University of California Davis DavisExhibit: “Water Tower: The History of a Campus Icon”
Peter J. Shields Library 100 NW Quad DavisMike Henderson: Before the Fire, 1965–1985
Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art at UC Davis 254 Old Davis Road, DavisGallery 625: Shonna McDaniels, The Black Woman Experience
Gallery 625 625 Court St, Erwin Meier Admin Building, WoodlandWomen of Northern California: Making Meaning for Yesterday, Today, & Tomorrow
John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, DavisWomen’s History Month Exhibit: Fearless, Paintings by Ana Lazaro
Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library 315 East 14th Street, DavisExhibit: The Legal History of Chinese American Women
Yolo County Library, Davis Branch (Yolo County Library) 315 E. 14th St.Call to Artists! Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2023
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisWeek of Events
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.
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.
From Concept to Creation: Inspired Shoe Design by Chris Francis
JAN 23 THRU APR 23. UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. Showcases the colorful & imaginative footwear created by Los Angeles-based shoe designer Chris Francis. His work combines global shoemaking traditions & techniques, with references to the built environment such as industrial design & brutalist architecture as well as 20th-century art movements & punk rock. Opening reception Jan 24 @ 6:30p. Gallery open weekdays, 12p–4p. Free
Exhibit: “Water Tower: The History of a Campus Icon”
PETER J. SHIELDS LIBRARY. An exhibit exploring the history, purpose, & meaning of the iconic UC Davis water towers through a series of historical photographs & rare items.
Mike Henderson: Before the Fire, 1965–1985
JAN 30 THRU JUNE 25. MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. The UC Davis Professor Emeritus' first solo U.S. museum exhibition in 20 years brings to light the pioneering artist’s rarely seen contributions to the history of contemporary painting and filmmaking, radical Black politics & to the story of California art. Integrates paintings & films by Henderson that offer new ideas about Black life in the visual languages of protest, Afro-futurism & surrealism.
Gallery 625: Shonna McDaniels, The Black Woman Experience
FEB 3 THRU APR 4. McDaniels is a visual artist, teacher, muralist, community activist. She is the founder & Executive Director of The Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum in Sacramento.
Figurative Exposé: Art from the California Art Club
FEB 10 THRU APR 2. PENCE GALLERY. Each year, the California Art Club (est. 1909) holds a juried exhibition promoting artists who follow in the tradition of realism & craftsmanship established by the Club’s founders. This year, the Pence will display the Club’s juried exhibit of figurative paintings by select CAC artists, as juried by master painter Dan Schultz. Reception Feb 10.
Women of Northern California: Making Meaning for Yesterday, Today, & Tomorrow
JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. An exhibition celebrating Women's History Month through both historic & contemporary pieces. Showcases influential women who have pioneered artistic movements & shaped the media throughout Northern California, highlighting their tenacity & artistic legacies.
Women’s History Month Exhibit: Fearless, Paintings by Ana Lazaro
THRU MARCH 31st. STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Exhibit by local contemporary feminist artist who highlights inspirational women from across the world. Free
Exhibit: The Legal History of Chinese American Women
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Showcases legal milestones & harrowing stories of brave Chinese American women. Curated by Dr. Chang C. Chen. Available at all Yolo County Libraries except South Davis Montgomery. Free
Art by Cathi Newlin & Toni Rizzo
PENCE GALLERY. A joint exhibit featuring the work of painter Toni Rizzo, of Davis, and sculptor Cathi Newlin, of Sacramento. Both artists have a light-hearted, playful take on artmaking that leads them to explore imagery full of fantasy, surrealism, or comedic exaggeration.
Call to Artists! Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2023
PENCE GALLERY. The Pence’s Slice exhibit is open for application by California artists working in any medium (except video or sound). This is an ‘open theme’ exhibit, which showcases art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Apply online, link in post. $30 member
Flesh and Frame
THE BARN GALLERY. Nine women artists incorporate the human likeness into their work and investigate themes of identity, feminism, spirituality, body image, and the environment. Free
Bingo Mondays
Virtual Course: Turkish Earthquakes with Dr. Verosub
Virtual Course: Turkish Earthquakes with Dr. Verosub
ZOOM. 90-minute Zoom lecture held by Professor of Earth Sciences, Dr. Ken Verosub. Email OLLI@ucdavis.edu to register. 1p–2:30p. Free
Matilda Jr Auditions
Matilda Jr Auditions
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. The Young Performers division invites you to auditions for Matilda Jr.—open to youth ages 7–17 (or 18 if still in high school). Sign up for a spot. 4:30p–6:30p.
Karaoke Night
Mother Goose on the Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a. Free
Matilda Jr Auditions
Matilda Jr Auditions
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. The Young Performers division invites you to auditions for Matilda Jr.—open to youth ages 7–17 (or 18 if still in high school). Sign up for a spot. 4:30p–6:30p.
Jazz Big Bands of UC Davis
Jazz Big Bands of UC Davis
MONDAVI CTR. Otto Lee, director. Songs from the Great American Songbook as well as a few contemporary works, occasionally featuring student vocalists. Tunes by Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, & many others are often presented. 7p. $12–$24
Trivia Tuesday
UC Davis Women’s Lacrosse vs Albany
UC Davis Women’s Lacrosse vs Albany
UC DAVIS HEALTH STADIUM. Women's Lacrosse takes on Albany. Free admission. 1p.
Spork Food Hub Farm Stand
Spork Food Hub Farm Stand
SPORK FOOD HUB. Weekly farm stand at the Cannery. Market items include: local produce from family farms, pasture raised pork, honey, jam and freshly milled flour. 2—6p
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 in Westwood Park
Storytime in Westwood Park
WESTWOOD PARK. Morning stories & songs every 1st & 3rd Thursday, organized by Yolo County Library. For ages 3-6. Weather Permitting. 12p.
I-House World Dance Club
I-House World Dance Club
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Each week a World Dance Club member shares a dance from their childhood. To register, purchase a learning pass. 10a–11a. $15/month
Strengthen Brain & Body Connection
Strengthen Brain & Body Connection
ZOOM. Short presentations about improving the mind-body connection through bodily awareness, balance, coordination & posture. 11a. $12
Storytime in Westwood Park
Storytime in Westwood Park
WESTWOOD PARK. Morning stories & songs every 1st & 3rd Thursday, organized by Yolo County Library. For ages 3-6. Weather Permitting. 12p.
Free VITA Tax Return Help
Free VITA Tax Return Help
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Free to people who generally make $69,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly & limited English speakers. Appointments can be scheduled online, or walk-ins welcome until an hour before closing. 4p–8p. Free
Bike Collective Workshop: Mechanic Series
Bike Collective Workshop: Mechanic Series
BIKE COLLECTIVE. A focused workshop on a select part of the bike. Intended for people interested in learning the finer details of the bicycle's mechanical systems. 5p–7p.
UC Davis Dance: Outside the Lines
UC Davis Dance: Outside the Lines
HICKEY GYM, UC DAVIS. Program includes performances of new works by graduate & undergraduate students mentored by Professor David Grenke. Limited seating. Online registration required. 7p–8:30p.
Poetry Night Reading Series
Poetry Night Reading Series
JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. First & third Thursdays. Each reading contains two featured poets followed by an open mic. 7p. Free
Poetry Night Reading Series: Dana Gioia
Poetry Night Reading Series: Dana Gioia
The Poetry Night Reading Series is excited to feature California poet laureate emeritus Dana Gioia at 7 PM on Thursday, March 16th, 2023, on the first floor of the John Natsoulas Gallery, 521 1st Street in Davis. Dana Gioia is the former Poet Laureate of California. An internationally recognized poet and critic, he is the […]
Senior Watercolor Group
Senior Watercolor Group
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free
Free Yoga Fridays
Davis International Parent Community Gathering
Davis International Parent Community Gathering
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Meetings providing support for multilingual & multicultural families including English learners adjusting to life in Davis. Open to anyone interested in sharing in the mission of our group. Meets every 1st & 3rd Friday. 10:15a–11:45a.
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
Senior Center Friday Films
Senior Center Friday Films
SENIOR CENTER. Bring a friend & join every Friday in the Game Room to watch a free movie on a beautiful large screen TV, while enjoying light refreshments. Call or check the website for titles. 12:30p. Free
UC Davis Baseball vs CSUN
Percussion Ensemble UC Davis
Percussion Ensemble UC Davis
RECITAL HALL, ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Director, percussionist & UC Davis lecturer in music, Cris Froh conducts "Drumming," a musical piece composed by Steve Reich. Features Graduate Student Ensemble voices. 3p–4p.
Tales for Tails
Tales for Tails
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Read to a therapy dog! For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the afternoon of the program, no prior registration. 3p–4:30p.
Sudwerk Brewing Live Band: sKeTcHy
Sudwerk Brewing Live Band: sKeTcHy
SUDWERK BREWING CO. Spend St. Patrick's Day at the Dock Store; sláinte is táinte! 5p–7p. Free
Teaching Kitchen: Perfect Pretzels
Teaching Kitchen: Perfect Pretzels
DAVIS FOOD CO-OP. Learn how to make big soft pretzels from scratch at the Co-op Teaching Kitchen. Once they're baked, we'll show you three flavor variations: garlic parmesan, cinnamon sugar, and za'atar sesame. 5:30–7:30p. sold out
Get Your Irish On: Patty on the Binge
Get Your Irish On: Patty on the Binge
RUHSTALLER FARM. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with live Irish music & free beer to the one that finds a leprechaun. Donations welcome! 6p. Free
UC Davis Dance: Outside the Lines
UC Davis Dance: Outside the Lines
HICKEY GYM, UC DAVIS. Program includes performances of new works by graduate & undergraduate students mentored by Professor David Grenke. Limited seating. Online registration required. 7p–8:30p.
Corduroy
Corduroy
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Corduroy is an expansion of the beloved children’s picture book that follows the little teddy bear, Corduroy, as he wanders through a department store in search of his missing button. $7-20
Pirates Of Penzance
Pirates Of Penzance
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Set sail with this classic comedy that boasts one of the most famous patter songs in musical theatre history. $20.
Karaoke Night
N St. Park Planting Party
N St. Park Planting Party
N STREET PARK. Help install new trees, flowers and shrubs to make N Street Park and neighborhood more beautiful. No previous experience necessary. RSVP to reserve your volunteer spot. Free
Wine Connoisseurs & Vintners Series: Blending
Wine Connoisseurs & Vintners Series: Blending
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Fun, educational hands-on experiences in a class setting designed to teach anyone from wine connoisseurs to keen enthusiasts looking to learn more about wine. Finishes with a light lunch. 10a—12:30p. $75.
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT MUSEUM. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
Tool Repair Workshop
Tool Repair Workshop
1224 LEMON AVE. Have broken tools? Materials and instruction provided during this free tool repair workshop. 10a–2p. Free
Neighborhood Market Craft Fair
Neighborhood Market Craft Fair
UNIVERSITY MALL. Over 40 vintage, Fem, Anime, funko & crafts vendors. Updates & vendor applications on IG: @neighborhood.market530. 10a–5p
Village Dance Davis
Village Dance Davis
VILLAGE HOMES COMMUNITY CRT. Join Village Dance for their monthly, free, family-friendly daytime dance party. 11a—1:30p
Neighborhood Market
Neighborhood Market
UNIVERSITY MALL. Shop the neighborhood market, featuring makers, vintage clothing, records jewerly, & more. 11a—6p
Park Winters Garden Tour
Park Winters Garden Tour
PARK WINTERS. A guided exploration of the magical Western Yolo County countryside, with hundreds of acres of farmland, 150 year old trees, timeless gardens & a gorgeous view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Please arrive at 11:30. 12p–1p. $20
GYNECOLOGOS
GYNECOLOGOS
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. A performance by the Davis Repertory Theatre of stories from local women about what it means to be a woman right in a post-Roe America. 1p.
Many-Legged Wonders
Many-Legged Wonders
BOHART MUSEUM, UC DAVIS. Family-friendly event celebrating millipedes, centipedes, arachnids & other many-legged arthropods. 1p–4p. Free
Hope River: Community Poetry Event
Hope River: Community Poetry Event
ARROYO PARK. Hear environmentally focused poems written and recorded by seventh grade students in Davis. 1—4p
Corduroy
Corduroy
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Corduroy is an expansion of the beloved children’s picture book that follows the little teddy bear, Corduroy, as he wanders through a department store in search of his missing button. $7-20
LEGO Block Party
LEGO Block Party
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Caregivers encouraged to join. No reservation needed. Not recommended for children under 3. 2p–4p. Free
Disney’s Lion King, Jr.
Disney’s Lion King, Jr.
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. A story about identity, family & responsibility. Features classic songs from the Disney film. 2p–4p. $10
UC Davis Women’s Lacrosse vs Columbia
UC Davis Women’s Lacrosse vs Columbia
UC DAVIS HEALTH STADIUM. Women's Lacrosse takes on Columbia. Free admission. 5p.
UC Davis Dance: Outside the Lines
UC Davis Dance: Outside the Lines
HICKEY GYM, UC DAVIS. Program includes performances of new works by graduate & undergraduate students mentored by Professor David Grenke. Limited seating. Online registration required. 7p–8:30p.
Los Lobos with Gaby Moreno
Los Lobos with Gaby Moreno
MONDAVI CTR. David Hidalgo, Louie Perez, Cesar Rosas, & Conrad Lozano perform with fellow creative spirit, singer & songwriter Gaby Moreno. Moreno, born & raised in Guatemala, is known for her original blend of jazz, soul, blues, & 1960s rock. 7:30p. $19.50–$75
Backyard Broadway
Backyard Broadway
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. An intimate evening of music, dance, & stories featuring a variety of songs from classic & contemporary Broadway to pop. Starring Broadway singers from New York & Los Angeles. 7:30p. $20–$40
Chamber Music Society Concert, Sacramento
Chamber Music Society Concert, Sacramento
EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF ST. MARTIN. Features gorgeous programs with exciting guest artists. Free for youth under 18. 7:30p–9:30p. $12–$30
Pirates Of Penzance
Pirates Of Penzance
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Set sail with this classic comedy that boasts one of the most famous patter songs in musical theatre history. $20.
Karaoke Night
Tap Dance Rehearsals in the Park
Tap Dance Rehearsals in the Park
CENTRAL PARK. Public tap dance rehearsals at the Craft & Vintage Fair featuring UCD students, lead by Ann Dragich. 8a–11a.
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT MUSEUM. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
CENTRAL PARK. Local, handmade & original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food & more! Free live music. 10a–4p.
Neighborhood Market
Neighborhood Market
UNIVERSITY MALL. Shop the neighborhood market, featuring makers, vintage clothing, records jewerly, & more. 11a—6p
Live Music & Wine
Climate Movie Circle: “What the Health”
Climate Movie Circle: “What the Health”
We’re proud to present the third film in our plant-based eating mini-series! “What the Health” is a the groundbreaking follow-up film from the creators of the award winning documentary “Cowspiracy.” FREE with registration We will also be serving a FREE homemade vegan meal before the screening this month! Registration is required for the event at least two […]
Corduroy
Corduroy
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Corduroy is an expansion of the beloved children’s picture book that follows the little teddy bear, Corduroy, as he wanders through a department store in search of his missing button. $7-20
Pirates Of Penzance
Pirates Of Penzance
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Set sail with this classic comedy that boasts one of the most famous patter songs in musical theatre history. $20.
A Celebration of Music
A Celebration of Music
MONDAVI CTR. Musicians from Davis public schools showcase their musical achievement. Proceeds go to the Davis Schools Orchestral Music Association which supports the orchestral program districtwide. 2p–5p. $10–$25
Miniature Paint Night
Miniature Paint Night
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5