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
Louise McGowan Bezark: DIVERGENT
THRU APRIL 24. THE ARTERY. Features gourd sculptures by Louise McGowan Bezark. Reception 4/14. 7p–9p.
Bingo Mondays
UC Davis Baseball vs Loyola Marymount
UC Davis Baseball vs Loyola Marymount
DOBBINS BASEBALL COMPLEX. Tickets available online. 12p. $5–$7
Author Event: Mark Godsey, Innocense Project
Author Event: Mark Godsey, Innocense Project
UC DAVIS LAW SCHOOL. Author and director of the Ohio Innocense Project Mark Godsey will speak about his work in the Lalmanovitz Appellate Courtroom. 6–7p. $20, free for UCD Law Students
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
Village Homes Performers’ Circle featuring Nat Lefkoff
Village Homes Performers’ Circle featuring Nat Lefkoff
VILLAGE HOMES COMMUNITY CENTER. Nat Lefkoff will perform original songs with support from local musicians Rowan McGuire and Sam Lacour. 7:15–9p. Free
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
Avid After Hours: Romantics’ Book Club
Avid After Hours: Romantics’ Book Club
AVID READER. Avid After Hours Romance Reader's Book Club. Read one book or both, join for fun discussion. 8–9:30p. Free
Trivia Tuesday
Dungeons & Dragons Camp: Spring Break
Dungeons & Dragons Camp: Spring Break
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. 2-day Dungeons & Dragons camp for students 9 through 15-years-old. 9a–1p. $80
North Table Mountain Wildflower Excursion
North Table Mountain Wildflower Excursion
NORTH TABLE MOUNTAIN ECOLOGICAL RESERVE. A lovely four mile hike lead by California Naturalist & photographer Charlie Russell. Learn about early season wildflowers & local geology while taking photos at your leisure. 9a–3p. $175
UC Davis Farmers Market
UC Davis Farmers Market
UC DAVIS WEST QUAD. A seasonal on-campus extension of the Davis Farmers Market designed to promote student health & locally produced & campus-grown food products. Fall & Spring quarters 11a–1:30p.
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.
Dungeons & Dragons Camp: Spring Break
Dungeons & Dragons Camp: Spring Break
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. 2-day Dungeons & Dragons camp for students 9 through 15-years-old. 9a–1p. $80
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
Teaching Kitchen: Kids Vegan Blueberry Lemon Muffins
Teaching Kitchen: Kids Vegan Blueberry Lemon Muffins
DAVIS FOOD CO-COP. In this class at the Co-op Teaching Kitchen, learn how to make warm delicious muffins with fresh, wholesome ingredients. Recommended for kids ages 5–12. 3:30p–4:30p. $22.50–$25
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
Learn to Needle Felt
Learn to Needle Felt
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Guided needle felting class with hands-on experience. Wool supplied! Ages 12+. 6–8:30p. $30
No Brain Drain Trivia
No Brain Drain Trivia
SUPER OWL BREWING. Hosted by Preacher. Trivia + Comedy + Game Show. 6:30–7:30p. Free
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
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
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.
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. 7p–9p. $10
Meow Meow
Meow Meow
MONDAVI CTR. Meow Meow is a remarkable singer & physical comedian who hypnotizes, inspires—and terrorizes—audiences with ease. Hilarious & heartbreaking in equal measure, her evening performance will have you holding on to your seats & grabbing for handkerchiefs. 7:30p. $12.50–$95
Karaoke Night
First Saturday Bird Stroll
First Saturday Bird Stroll
2500 ANDERSON ROAD, parking lot. Join expert birders for a slow moving 1.5 hour stroll. Byo binoculars if you have them. 8–9:30a. Free
Breakfast with the Bunny
Breakfast with the Bunny
ODD FELLOWS LODGE. Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, cookie decorating, face painting, storytelling, carnival games & Easter egg hunt parade through the Farmers Market. 9a–11:45a. $12
Lavender Farm Tours, Capay Valley
Lavender Farm Tours, Capay Valley
CAPAY VALLEY LAVENDER FARM. One mile tour exploring lavender varieties, planting, harvesting & drying. Enjoy freshly baked lavender scones. Free for children under 8. 10a–11a. $10
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
Mixed Media Multiples Using Oil & Cold Wax
Mixed Media Multiples Using Oil & Cold Wax
PENCE GALLERY. 2-day workshop led by artist Sara Post. Using multiple panels, students will learn to experiment with oil and cold wax painting. 10a–4p. $350 members/$380 non-members
Wine, Live Music & Food Trucks
Wine, Live Music & Food Trucks
GRINDSTONE WINES. Live music and food trucks on site at Grindstone! 11a–4p.
Women’s Water Polo vs Santa Clara University
Women’s Water Polo vs Santa Clara University
SCHAAL AQUATICS CTR. UCD women's water polo takes on Santa Clara University at home. 12p. Free
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
Kids D&D
Kids D&D
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly D&D adventure for ages 9–15. Every Saturday. Purchase tickets in advance. 12p–2p. $10
Music for Natalie
Music for Natalie
ODD FELLOWS. 5th Annual Celebration of life for Officer Natalie Corona; music, food & beer garden. Recognition of the Natalie Corona Odd Fellows Memorial Scholarship. 12—5p. 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
Science Fair Day
Science Fair Day
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Opportunity to meet researchers, inventors & experimenters. View experiments, live demonstrations & participate in hands-on activities. For children & families. 2p–4p. Free
Family D&D
Family D&D
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly group where parents & kids can play other families for fun D&D one-shots & mini-campaigns. One ticket covers a parent & child. 3p–6p. $20
Berryessa Gap Czech Dinner – Global Dinner Series
Berryessa Gap Czech Dinner – Global Dinner Series
BERRYESSA GAP VINEYARDS. A Bohemian feast including a three course meal with specialty wine paired by winemaker, Nicole Salengo. Guests are welcome to watch as the head chef prepares various traditional Czech dishes. 5:30p–6:30p. $115
Katie Knipp
Katie Knipp
RUHSTALLER FARM. Blues Americana with powerful vocals from boogie-woodie piano to slide guitar. Donations welcome. 6p. Free
Adult D&D
Adult D&D
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Weekly game night run by professional Dungeon Masters. New and experienced players welcome. Tickets available online. 6p–9p. $10
Ranky Tanky with Dom Flemons
Ranky Tanky with Dom Flemons
MONDAVI CTR. Five lifelong friends from Charleston, South Carolina joined by Dom Flemons, a fellow Grammy-winner, multi-instrumentalist, former Carolina Chocolate Drop & “American Songster." Their deeply groovy music actively preserves traditions originated by African Americans in the coastal South during slavery. 7:30p. $12.50–$65
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.
Tours of the City of Davis Wetlands
Tours of the City of Davis Wetlands
CITY OF DAVIS WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT. In-person tours run rain or shine, except in the instances of flooding. Reservations are required. 9a–11a. Sugg don $10
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.
Mixed Media Multiples Using Oil & Cold Wax
Mixed Media Multiples Using Oil & Cold Wax
PENCE GALLERY. 2-day workshop led by artist Sara Post. Using multiple panels, students will learn to experiment with oil and cold wax painting. 10a–4p. $350 members/$380 non-members
Soccer for All Clinic
Soccer for All Clinic
DAVIS LEGACY Soccer Fields. This clinic is for children with disabilities where every drill is designed to be sensory-friendly, accessible, and inclusive. Featuring players from the UC Davis women's soccer team. 10–11a. Free
Egg Decoration Workshop
Egg Decoration Workshop
VITIS & OVIS FARM. In this Sorbian egg decorating class, students use blown eggs from farm ducks, with a wax-resist technique. Students may take home the tools needed to make more. Involves candles and wax, so not kid friendly. 10:30a–12p. $35
Wine, Live Music & Food Trucks
Wine, Live Music & Food Trucks
GRINDSTONE WINES. Live music and food trucks on site at Grindstone! 11a–4p.
Alexander String Quartet with Robert Greenberg
Alexander String Quartet with Robert Greenberg
MONDAVI CENTER. San Francisco-based Alexander String Quartet appears with violist David Samuel—joining cellist Sandy Wilson & violinists Fred Lifsitz & Zakarias Grafilo. Followed by Robert Greenberg's lecture on each piece. 2p. $17.50–65
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
Miniature Paint Night
Miniature Paint Night
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5