Call for Artists! Pence Gallery Emerging Artist Award 2026
Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis
The Barn Gallery Call for Art: Contemporary Glass Art
The Barn Gallery 512 Gibson Road, Woodland
Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library 315 East 14th Street, DavisWeek of Events
Sahar Khoury: Weights & Measures
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. The Oakland-based artist is inspired by familial and global histories, food, music, and mourning. The exhibition features a reconfigured clock tower sculpture that alludes to market structures in the Eastern Mediterranean Levant region, and new works in ceramic and bronze that speak to familial and cultural ties across time. Free
Call for Artists! Pence Gallery Emerging Artist Award 2026
PENCE GALLERY. The Emerging Artist Award 2026 is now open for applications via www.callforentry.org. This award of $4000 supports the creation of new work by emerging artists in California and the opportunity to share that work through an exhibit and an artist talk in January-February 2027 at the Pence. Apply by April 9. $35—40
Backstory: Digitizing the Museum Collection
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. This exhibition is a working digitization laboratory and open storage featuring hundreds of works from the Fine Arts Collection, developed and presented in conjunction with UC Davis students in the Fall 2025 Exhibition Practicum course led by Assistant Professor Alexandra Sofroniew. Free
The Barn Gallery Call for Art: Contemporary Glass Art
THE BARN GALLERY, WOODLAND. The Barn Gallery’s Summer 2026 exhibition will feature contemporary work by artists that use glass as a material in their art work. Hot, warm, and cold glass media artists including, but not limited to, blown glass, cast glass, sculpted glass, stained glass, etched/engraved glass, fused glass, mosaics, cut glass, and neon are encouraged to apply. Learn more at yoloarts.org/call-for-art/. Free
United Way’s Free Tax Prep Program
Local residents throughout the Sacramento region are eligible to file their taxes for free through United Way California Capital Region’s Free Tax Prep program that runs through April 15. The program provides free tax help virtually and in person in multiple languages and locations across Amador, El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, and Yolo counties.
The Paper Menagerie
THE PAINT CHIP. Amy McElwain is a collage mixed media artist living in Solano County. She has had creative outlets all of her life and turning the animals who share our planet into colorful, whimsical renderings is her current passion. Come visit her show, The Paper Menagerie, for the month of March. Free
On a Clear Day…New landscape paintings by Phil Gross
THE ARTERY. Phil Gross’ oil paintings of northern California from aerial and ground perspectives can best be described as idealistic realism. Through a rearrangement of the objects along with a deliberate balancing act of colors, his compositions invite you to take a deeper look at the places you already know. Free
Assorted Flavors: Pence Member Exhibit
PENCE GALLERY. Assorted Flavors celebrates the creativity of our organization’s Members to participate in a non-juried exhibit of art. The Pence opens up its second annual exhibit for Members of the Gallery, in order to celebrate the talent of our supporters. 11:30a—5p. Free
Barbara Prodaniuk: Myths in Mud
PENCE GALLERY. Barbara Prodaniuk is a ceramic artist whose work is inspired by the forest, meadows, and waterways surrounding the Truckee area. She explores the stories carried by the creatures and artifacts found in these environments through layered surfaces, organic textures, and sculpted imagery. 11:30a—5p. Free
Friends of the Library Sale
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. The Friends of the Library book sale is a 3-day sale starting on the first Friday of the month. On Sunday, fill a bag for $10. 8a—5p.
Monday, March 30, 2026
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March 30, 2026 -Village Homes: A Radical Plan
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March 30, 2026 -Align & Flow Yoga
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March 30, 2026 -Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
Village Homes: A Radical Plan
UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Align & Flow Yoga
DAVIS SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTER. Enjoy a 75 minute align & flow class with Jeanne. All classes begin with a meditation and invite mindful movement through attention to breath and physical alignment. 5:30p—6:45p. $15 cash or venmo only
Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Davis Makerspace is a community workspace for makers and builders, designers and inventors. A small assortment of tools will be available for use and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. Mon. & Tues. 6p—8p, Thurs. 9:30a—11:30a, Fri. 3p—5p. Free
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
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March 31, 2026 -Intermediate Watercolor Painting with Misuk Goltz (6-Sessions)
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March 31, 2026 -Village Homes: A Radical Plan
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March 31, 2026 -FREE Tummy Time Class
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March 31, 2026 -Drawing Club
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March 31, 2026 -Guitar Circle
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March 31, 2026 -Knitting & Crochet Circle
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March 31, 2026 -Sthira (Effort) & Sukha (Ease) Yoga
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March 31, 2026 -Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
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March 31, 2026 -Fleet Feet Run Crew
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March 31, 2026 -The Banff Mountain Film Festival Showing
Intermediate Watercolor Painting with Misuk Goltz (6-Sessions)
PENCE GALLERY. In this 6-week workshop, students will create watercolor paintings inspired by Misuk’s recent travels to Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, Greece, and Turkey. Participants will explore landscape, architectural, and figurative subjects. Prior experience with watercolor techniques and color blending is required. On Tuesdays from March 24 to May 4 (no class Apr. 28). Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—12p. $195—215
Village Homes: A Radical Plan
UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
FREE Tummy Time Class
DAVIS PARENT NURSERY SCHOOL, 8TH ST. Led by teacher Annie Ramirez, this meetup provides a space for parents with newborns to connect with other parents from the community. Moms, Dads, and all caretakers welcome. Siblings are not able to join at this time. We are here to support YOU and your baby! No pre-registration necessary. 1p—2p. Free
Drawing Club
DUNLOE BREWING. Every Tuesday, local creative people of all levels are invited to participate in the Drawing Club. Grab a cold drink and surround yourself with other people who want to draw. You can bring your own materials, or work from the variety of materials that we provide from the free art supply pantry. 5p—10p. Free
Guitar Circle
WATERMELON MUSIC. All ages and experience levels welcome! This guitar circle is every Tuesday and is free, but we do suggest making a donation to help support The Friends of Watermelon Music and their mission to enrich lives of the community through music. 5p—7p. Free
Knitting & Crochet Circle
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Join on Tuesdays & bring a project to work on while visiting with your neighbors. 5:30p—7p. Free
Sthira (Effort) & Sukha (Ease) Yoga
DAVIS SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTER. This yoga practice with Beth focuses on alignment, strength & length, balance, effort & ease, and movement with breath. 5:30p—6:30p. $15
Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Davis Makerspace is a community workspace for makers and builders, designers and inventors. A small assortment of tools will be available for use and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. Mon. & Tues., 6p—8p; Thurs., 9:30a—11:30a, Fri. 3p—5p. Free
Fleet Feet Run Crew
FLEET FEET DAVIS. A 3-mile walk or run with Davis' neighborhood run club every Tuesday. Connect with other walkers and runners in Davis, in a no-runner-left-behind format with different routes every week. Plus, get a free shirt at your first run! 6p—7p. Free
The Banff Mountain Film Festival Showing
RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. Rocknasium is excited to host another evening showing of the Banff Mountain Film Festival. The evening will feature showings of multiple award-winning films that explore adventure, environmental issues, and action sports. 6:30p—10p. $24
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
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April 1, 2026 -UpENDing Parkinson’s at Rocknasium
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April 1, 2026 -Village Homes: A Radical Plan
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April 1, 2026 -Davis Genealogy Club Library Hours
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April 1, 2026 -The Bike Garage Open Hours: Davis Location
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April 1, 2026 -Davis Farmers Market
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April 1, 2026 -Mantra Meditation
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April 1, 2026 -Pub Quiz (Trivia) hosted by Dr. Andy
UpENDing Parkinson’s at Rocknasium
ROCKNASIUM. Rocknasium is hosting UpENDing Parkinson's, a non-profit that provides guided rock climbing to those living with Parkinson's. Entrance is free, and rental gear is $10. 10a—11:30a. Free
Village Homes: A Radical Plan
UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Davis Genealogy Club Library Hours
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. This group assists and maintains the Senior Center’s extensive Genealogy Library, and in addition, hosts monthly lectures and meetings. During library hours, members are available to assist you with accessing research materials. Computer access is also available in the library for research purposes. 1p—3:30p. Free
The Bike Garage Open Hours: Davis Location
BIKE GARAGE, DAVIS. Volunteer organization with mechanics who will repair your bike! Interested in becoming a volunteer? No experience necessary. We also sell quality used hybrid, town, vintage, road, mountain, and kids bikes. We accept cash, Venmo, and Paypal donations. 1p—5p. Free
Davis Farmers Market
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.
Mantra Meditation
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. We will practice 3 simple techniques that you can continue to practice at home on your own. This includes deep breathing, a technique using beads (Japa meditation), and music (Kirtan). 6p—7:30p. Free
Pub Quiz (Trivia) hosted by Dr. Andy
SUDWERK BREWING CO. Join us for a fun-filled evening of brain-teasing questions and friendly competition at Sudwerk's Pub Quiz hosted by Dr. Andy! Put your knowledge to the test and gather your friends for a night of laughter and excitement. 7p—9p. Free
Thursday, April 2, 2026
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April 2, 2026 -Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
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April 2, 2026 -Village Homes: A Radical Plan
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April 2, 2026 -Tod Brody, Flute & Ellen Ruth Rose, Viola
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April 2, 2026 -Line Dance Class at Davis Odd Fellows
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April 2, 2026 -Self Defense Class
Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Davis Makerspace is a community workspace for makers and builders, designers and inventors. A small assortment of tools will be available for use and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. Mon. & Tues., 6p—8p; Thurs., 9:30a—11:30a, Fri. 3p—5p. Free
Village Homes: A Radical Plan
UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Tod Brody, Flute & Ellen Ruth Rose, Viola
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. The musicians will perform works by Josiah Catalan, Chris Castro, Mei-Fang Lin, Ellen Ruth Harrison, and Brien Henderson. 12:05p—1p. Free
Line Dance Class at Davis Odd Fellows
DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Thursdays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. Free
Self Defense Class
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. This is a safe, inclusive opportunity to learn self defense from a dedicated group of martial arts practitioners. No experience necessary, start any time. Cost is a recommended donation; sliding scale offered. 6p—7p. $10
Friday, April 3, 2026
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April 3, 2026 -Village Homes: A Radical Plan
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April 3, 2026 -Tales for Tails
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April 3, 2026 -Line Dance Class at Davis Community Church
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April 3, 2026 -Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
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April 3, 2026 -Friday Family Open Studio
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April 3, 2026 -Beetlejuice Jr
Village Homes: A Radical Plan
UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Tales for Tails
MARY L. STEPHENS 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. Free
Line Dance Class at Davis Community Church
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Fridays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. Free
Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Davis Makerspace is a community workspace for makers and builders, designers and inventors. A small assortment of tools will be available for use and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. Mon. & Tues., 6p—8p; Thurs., 9:30a—11:30a, Fri. 3p—5p. Free
Friday Family Open Studio
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Looking for a space where you, your family, and even friends can have fun with art and creativity? Drop in at our Art Explorers: Family Open Studio! Explore an array of art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. 5p—7p. Free
Beetlejuice Jr
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium. For ages 10 & up. Fri. 7p—9p; Sat. & Sun. 2p—4p. $12
Saturday, April 4, 2026
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April 4, 2026 -Davis Farmers Market
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April 4, 2026 -The Bike Garage Open Hours: Davis Location
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April 4, 2026 -Mace Ranch parkrun
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April 4, 2026 -The Bike Garage Open Hours: Woodland Location
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April 4, 2026 -Beetlejuice Jr
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April 4, 2026 -BanjerDan Banjo Bluegrass Jamming Workshop @ The Melon Ball
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April 4, 2026 -BanjerDan Live @ The Melon Ball
Davis Farmers Market
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.
The Bike Garage Open Hours: Davis Location
BIKE GARAGE, DAVIS. Volunteer organization with mechanics who will repair your bike! Interested in becoming a volunteer? No experience necessary. We also sell quality used hybrid, town, vintage, road, mountain, and kids bikes. We accept cash, Venmo, and Paypal donations. 8a—12p. Free
Mace Ranch parkrun
MACE RANCH PARK. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate—it's up to you! 8a—9:30a. Free
The Bike Garage Open Hours: Woodland Location
BIKE GARAGE, WOODLAND. Volunteer organization with mechanics who will repair your bike! Interested in becoming a volunteer? No experience necessary. We also sell quality used hybrid, town, vintage, road, mountain, and kids bikes. We accept cash, Venmo, and Paypal donations. Sat. 9a—12p. Free
Beetlejuice Jr
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium. For ages 10 & up. Fri. 7p—9p; Sat. & Sun. 2p—4p. $12
BanjerDan Banjo Bluegrass Jamming Workshop @ The Melon Ball
WATERMELON MUSIC, THE MELON BALL. BanjerDan (Dan Mazer) is a banjo player/multi-instrumentalist based in Santa Cruz, CA. His music is an Americana mix, rooted in straight-ahead Bluegrass and branching out to include folk, country, blues, oldies, and other styles. 2p—4p. $40
BanjerDan Live @ The Melon Ball
WATERMELON MUSIC, THE MELON BALL. The banjo has taken Dan all across the U.S. and overseas, as a solo artist, as a member of bands, and in theatrical productions and orchestral performances. Some of the more notable venues include Opryland, USA, the Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival, the High Sierra Music Festival, the National Cherry Blossom Festival, and the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. 8p—10p. $20
Sunday, April 5, 2026
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April 5, 2026 -Backyard Book Swap & Social
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April 5, 2026 -Beetlejuice Jr
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April 5, 2026 -International Folk Dancing
Backyard Book Swap & Social
CORNER OF L ST & DREXEL DR, DAVIS. Join us for this free, monthly play group! All ages welcome. Together we can build community around the joy of reading. 10a—12p. Free
Beetlejuice Jr
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium. For ages 10 & up. Fri. 7p—9p; Sat. & Sun. 2p—4p. $12
International Folk Dancing
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH, FIRESIDE ROOM. Connect with other cultures, while connecting to other people Sunday nights. All levels are welcome. 7p—9:30p. First time is free; $7