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From Concept to Creation: Inspired Shoe Design by Chris Francis

University of California Davis Davis

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

free

Gallery 625: Shonna McDaniels, The Black Woman Experience

Gallery 625 625 Court St, Erwin Meier Admin Building, Woodland

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. 

Women of Northern California: Making Meaning for Yesterday, Today, & Tomorrow

John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, Davis

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.

Ongoing

Figurative Exposé: Art from the California Art Club

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

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.

Free

March Art Exhibit at Gallery 1855

Davis Cemetery 820 Pole Line Road, Davis

GALLERY 1885. The work of artist Michael Rowcen on display March 1—March 31st.

Free

Art by Cathi Newlin & Toni Rizzo

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

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.

Free

Disney’s Lion King, Jr.

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

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Featuring classic songs from the film such as “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” and “Hakuna Matata,” The Lion King is a story about identity, family, and responsibility that is enjoyed worldwide by people of all ages. $10.

$10

Disney’s Lion King, Jr.

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

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Featuring classic songs from the film such as “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” and “Hakuna Matata,” The Lion King is a story about identity, family, and responsibility that is enjoyed worldwide by people of all ages. $10.

$10

Disney’s Lion King, Jr.

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

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Featuring classic songs from the film such as “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” and “Hakuna Matata,” The Lion King is a story about identity, family, and responsibility that is enjoyed worldwide by people of all ages. $10.

$10

Zumba! Tuesdays @Stonegate / Thursdays @Applegate

Dancing with Kristina

All levels / all ages dance-cardio party-yo! Join the happy, healthy bod squad! Zero judgment, 100% positive vibes. Nonmembers: One class $15 / Ten classes $100  (Stonegate Club members are eligible for a discount) YEAR-ROUND: 9:00AM Tuesdays @ Stonegate Club OUTDOOR CLASS 919 Lake Blvd....

Dungeons & Dragons Camp: Spring Break

Davis Cards & Games 1790 East 8th Street, Davis

DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. 2-day Dungeons & Dragons camp for students 9 through 15-years-old. 9a–1p. $80

$80

I-House World Dance Club

International House (I-House) 10 College Pk.

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

$15

Teaching Kitchen: Kids Vegan Blueberry Lemon Muffins

Davis Food Co-op Teaching Kitchen 537 G Street, Davis

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

$22.50 – $25

Free VITA Tax Return Help

Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library 315 East 14th Street

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

free

Learn to Needle Felt

Davis Cards & Games 1790 East 8th Street, Davis

DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Guided needle felting class with hands-on experience. Wool supplied! Ages 12+. 6–8:30p. $30

$30

No Brain Drain Trivia

1224 Lemen Ave 1224 Lemen Ave, Woodland

SUPER OWL BREWING. Hosted by Preacher. Trivia + Comedy + Game Show. 6:30–7:30p. Free

Avid After Hours: Romance Reader’s Book Club

The Avid Reader 617 2nd St.

AVID READER. A monthly no-stress, safe space for romance aficionados, amateurs & everyone in between. New book selections each month. Read one or both. Note: Adult romance novels may contain mature content. RSVP online or in-store. 8p–9:30p. Free

Free

Trivia Thursday

Woodstock’s Pizza (Woodstock’s) 219 G St., Davis

WOODSTOCK’S. Trivia, beer, and pizza! Trivia sign-ups @ 8:45p; game @ 9p. Free