ODD FELLOWS HALL. Come hear some fabulous solo acoustic guitar by Davis musician Kurt Roggli. He will share a selection of songs (some originals) on acoustic guitar, conveying both his love for the instrument and some of his favorite picking styles. Open mic at 7p and featured performance at 8:30p. 7p—9p. Free
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
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Beat the heat at the Live@DCC 2nd Friday free noon concert series. Enjoy a performance by Yolo Hot Club, a Parisian 30’s and 40’s style jazz trio featuring Michelle Martin, violin; Don Parish, guitar; and Steve Ackley, Bass! 12p—1p. Free
MELON BALL, WATERMELON MUSIC. A recital of chamber music including works by Beethoven, Mozart, and Brahms featuring Mike Ortiz (piano) and Katie Bauer (clarinet). Donations are accepted and all proceeds will benefit local organizations that promote arts education in Davis. 5:30p—7p. Free
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. The Cyrus Trio – Anita Felix, Violin; Jia-mo Chen, cello; and Shinae Kim, piano – perform works of Beethoven, Schumann, Schubert, Shostakovich, Kreisler, and Piazzolla. DCC Live is a new free concert series on 2nd Fridays. 12p—1p. Free
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. The Photography Club of Davis will host a free photography workshop, “Following the Light: The Importance of Personal Photographic Projects.” In this presentation, fine art photographer and photographic educator Seán Duggan explores the importance of the personal project as a vehicle for creative exploration, mastering specific photography techniques, and fostering personal growth. 7:10p—8:45p. Free
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. The UC Davis Women’s Resources and Research Center is proud to present the 20th annual Davis Feminist Film Festival. Join us for a screening of 17 short films that celebrate this year’s theme, unkempt: reclaiming the messiness of gender, bodies, and nature. May 9 at 7p & May 10 at 2p. Free
UC DAVIS QUAD. Enjoy a vibrant celebration of Black culture, community, and legacy at UC Davis. This is a family-friendly and inclusive event that offers live performances, food and craft vendors, games and activities, and more. All are welcome. 12p—8p. Free
MELON BALL, WATERMELON MUSIC. We welcome artists of all ages and abilities, and foster a safe, encouraging and supportive stage to share your talents with the community. Acts should be all-ages friendly. Please arrive on time and stay for the duration of the event to support your fellow performers. 6p—8:30p. Free
BLAMCHARD ROOM of DAVIS LIBRARY. Award-winning photographer Sam Shaw to Lead Photography Club of Davis Workshop The Photography Club of Davis will meet on Wednesday, April 16. from 7:10pm – 8:45pm . Guest speaker Sam Shaw will present two compelling topics. The first, “Twilight Zone and Beyond,” explores the artistry of photography during the captivating hours between sunset and sunrise. The second, “Journey into AI,” offers a concise and engaging introduction to artificial intelligence, delving into what it truly is—and what it is not. The free workshop is open to the public. Information about the Photography Club of Davis is at https://photoclubofdavis.wordpress.com 7:10p – 8:45p. Free.
