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Gallery 1855: Margaret Eldred

Davis Cemetery 820 Pole Line Road, Davis

JAN 3 THRU JAN 31. DAVIS CEMETERY. “Miscellany of Trees” presents the diversity of California’s trees using a variety of mediums & techniques.  Eldred concentrates on natives–oaks as well as willows, buckeyes, manzanitas, pines & more. Reception Jan 13, 1p–2p. Gallery open Mon-Fri, 8a–3p.

Free
Ongoing

Myrtle Press Prints: Portfolio x 2

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

Sampling of prints made through various processes marks the debut display of Myrtle Press’ invitational print exchanges in our region.

Free

Tiny Show

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

JAN 6 THRU FEB 26. PENCE GALLERY. Features “tiny” works of art—modest-sized pieces limited to 5” x 7”. Various local & regional artists were invited to display their small but spectacular creations, including Valentina Arenas, Tamsen Armstrong, Karen Burns, Deziree Dizon, Jim Darke, and Amy Vidra, among many others. Their works are personal, intimate & brimming with the tiniest of details. Tues-Sun, 11:30a–5p. Closed Mondays. ArtAbout reception.

Free

The Elusive Muse: New Work by Kelley Mogilka

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

THRU FEB 3. PENCE GALLERY. Figurative paintings & drawings centering on capturing the elusive muse, a creative force that flows from brush to canvas. Mogilka was the recipient of the Pence Gallery’s Emerging Artist Award in 2022. ArtAbout Reception.

Free

Linoleum Block Prints with Susan Silvester

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

From printmaker Susan Silvester, learn the art of linoleum block printing. For the first day, participants will design and carve their linoleum blocks and receive a guided tour of Portfolio x 2, the Myrtle Press print exchange exhibit on display at the Pence Gallery. For...

$140 – $150

Steven Higgins: New Paintings Exhibition

John Natsoulas Center for the Arts 521 1st St., Davis

JAN 11 THRU FEB 25. JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. A Sacramento based artist, Higgins’ Impressionistic works draw viewers in through bright colors and exciting textures.

Mark Bulwinkle: A Retrospective Exhibition

John Natsoulas Center for the Arts 521 1st St., Davis

JAN 11 THRU FEB 26. JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. Showcases Bulwinkle’s mastery of color & form in both two & three dimensions throughout the last 5 decades. On display are a selection of his woodcuts & screen prints, including several from his time at the SF Art Institute. Bulwinkle’s flamboyant ceramic works from graduate school will also be featured, as well as papier-mache works that once decorated the walls of his iconic Manilla St. House, a towering steel assemblage sculpture built around a modest townhouse that became a landmark in Oakland from 1975–1991. Recent cut-steel works painted with colorful enamel will also be featured. In addition, Natsoulas presents “Freedumb,” a new 18-foot steel piece by Bulwinkle, installed on the gallery façade. Reception Jan. 13, 7p.

Free Yoga Fridays

Arroyo Park 2000 Shasta Dr, Davis

Join a free yoga class each Fri, 10–11a. Rain or shine. All levels welcome. Free

Free
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Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions at Wyatt Deck

Wyatt Deck UC Davis Arboretum

The Folk Music Jam Session at Wyatt Deck is back! After a hiatus due to Covid and the complete reconstruction of the event location, folk musicians are once again invited to bring their acoustic instruments and play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt...

Senior Center Friday Films

Davis Senior Center 646 A St, Davis

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

Free

Artist Reception: Margaret Eldred at Gallery 1855

Davis Cemetery 820 Pole Line Road, Davis

JAN 3 THRU JAN 31. DAVIS CEMETERY. “Miscellany of Trees” presents the diversity of California’s trees using a variety of mediums & techniques.  Eldred concentrates on natives–oaks as well as willows, buckeyes, manzanitas, pines & more. Reception Jan 13, 1p–2p. Gallery open Mon-Fri, 8a–3p.

Free

Cabaret

Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.

In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920’s draw to a close, a garish Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee’s bawdy songs as wry commentary, Cabaret explores the dark, heady, and tumultuous life of Berlin’s natives and expatriates as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich. Every Fri & Sat @ 7:30p. Every Sun @2p. $14-18

$14 – $18

 Live at Sudwerk: Make No Bones

Sudwerk Brewing Co 2001 2nd Street Davis, CA 95618 2001 2nd Street, Davis

Catch Make No Bones‘ performance inside the Beer Hall this Friday from 5-7pm. Pizza from Woodstock’s will be available.

free

2nd Friday ArtAbout!

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

Join us at the Pence Gallery for our 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception on January 13, 6 – 9 PM (free admission).    The Elusive Muse: New Work by Kelley Mogilka Jan. 7 – Feb. 3, 2023 Kelley Mogilka’s figurative paintings and drawings center on capturing...

Free
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Acme Theatre: Icarus Livingstone Falls Into the Sea

Veterans Memorial Center Multipurpose Room, 203 E. 14th Street, Davis

VETERANS MEMORIAL THEATRE: A Chorus of the Dead puts the broken Icarus back together, telling him of his boyhood friendship with Tor—who will become the Minotaur in the Labyrinth—and with Theseus, who will kill him. The path to his final fall is far from straightforward & the Chorus tells of the cruelty of the tyrant—Tor’s father and king—& the world that made them. A contemporary, queer reimagination of the Greek myth of Icarus, Theseus & the Minotaur. Fri & Sat 7p, Sun 2p. $15/Stu & Sen $10

$10 – $15

Mark Bulwinkle Retrospective Exhibition Reception

John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, Davis

JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. Reception for the exhibition of Bulwinkle’s iconic sculptures & prints. Will offer a spectacular view of one of the most innovative artists, who defined the medium of graphically cut steel. (See more details in “Continuing Shows.”) In addition, Natsoulas presents “Freedumb,” a brand new 18-foot steel piece by Bulwinkle, installed on the gallery façade. 7p. Free

Club UFO Dance Night: DJ Mello Mase

University Mall

Be an Alien Invader and come to our nightclub! Dance with the aliens to EDM, Jersey Club, Space Rock, Metal and 80’s / 90’s classics! No Alcohol for a safe, all ages party! Plus lectures by science fiction authors, UFO researchers and alien technology experts....

$15

Cabaret

Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.

In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920’s draw to a close, a garish Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee’s bawdy songs as wry commentary, Cabaret explores the dark, heady, and tumultuous life of Berlin’s natives and expatriates as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich. Every Fri & Sat @ 7:30p. Every Sun @2p. $14-18

$14 – $18

Treasure Island: A Musical Adventure

Woodland Opera House 340 2nd Street, Woodland

WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Excitement runs high in this musical adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s thrilling tale of pirates, treasure maps, mutiny on the high seas. Follows Jim Hawkins, an ordinary youth who is drawn into a dangerous race for buried treasure against the treacherous Long John Silver. Great for all ages. Books & Lyrics by Jim Eiler. Music by Jim Eiler & Jeanne Bargy. Fri @ 7:30p, Sat & Sun @ 2p. $7–$20

Reserved seats are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors 62+, and $10 for children 17 and under. Balcony tickets are $12 for adults and $7 for children. Flex Pass specials and group rates are available.

$7 – $20

Karaoke Night

Tommy J’s 726 2nd Street, Davis

Every Friday with KJ Incubus. 10p. Free