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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

Louise McGowan Bezark: DIVERGENT

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

THRU APRIL 24. THE ARTERY. Features gourd sculptures by Louise McGowan Bezark. Reception 4/14. 7p–9p.

Free

Annual Ceramics Exhibition

John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, Davis

APRIL 5 THRU MAY 7. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Features some of the most intriguing ceramic artists from around the country. Free

Free

Friends of the Library Book Sale

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

STEVENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Beginning the first Friday of each month, Friends of the Davis Library hosts a three day sale in the Blanchard Room. On Sundays fill a bag for $10. Fri 12p–7p, Sat 10a–5p, & Sun 10a–3p.

Ongoing

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

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

Gallery 1855 April Art Exhibit

Gallery 1855 820 Pole Line Rd, Davis

GALLERY 1855. Artwork of Cedric Williams on exhibit from April 3rd through April 28th. Free

Free

Near and Far: The World in Focus

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

GALLERY 625. The work of local and regional photographers, including Woodland Camera Forum members, in an exhibition that highlights unique and unexpected perspectives of people, places, and things from around the world. Opening reception 4/7. Free

Free

Davis Farmers Market

Central Park 101 C St, Davis

CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.

Tours of the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area

Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area 45211 County Rd. 32B

YOLO BYPASS. Monthly tours local wetlands appropriate for all levels of outdoor enthusiasts and birders. Driving tours on gravel roads with several stops & an occasional, optional short walk. Pets are not allowed. Registration req. 9a–12p. Sugg don $10

$10
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Split Plant Sale

Arboretum Teaching Nursery 920 Garrod Dr, Davis

ARBORETUM. First two hours open to members only; join at the gate for a $10-off coupon. Members also receive 10% off purchases + exclusive access to one-acre nursery filled with thousands of native, low-water plants. 9a—1p

Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity

Explorit Science Center (Explorit) 3141 5th St.

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

$2 – $5

Women’s Tennis vs Cal Poly

Marya Welch Tennis Center

MARYA WELCH TENNIS CTR. The Aggies take on Cal Poly at home. 11a. Free

Free

Split Plant Sale

Arboretum Teaching Nursery 920 Garrod Dr, Davis

ARBORETUM TEACHING NURSERY. One-acre nursery with thousands of attractive, low-water plant varieties including California natives, Arboretum All-Stars & more! Open to members from 9a–11a. Open to the public 11a–1p.

Nature Day

The HIVE Tasting Room and Kitchen 1221 Harter Ave, Woodland

THE HIVE, WOODLAND. Interactive activities & workshops for all ages. Centers around sustainability & reducing our carbon footprint. Includes garden tour, Miridae Mobile Nursery, Miridae Living Labs & more. 11a–6p. Free

Free

Women’s Water Polo vs CSU Fullerton

Schaal Aquatics Center 426 Health Sciences Dr., Davis

SCHAAL AQUATICS CTR. UCD women’s water polo takes on CSU Fullerton at home. 12p. Free

Free

Park Winters Garden Tour

Park Winters 27850 County Road 26, Winters

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

$20

Kids D&D

Davis Cards & Games 1790 East 8th Street, Davis

DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly D&D adventure for ages 9–15. Every Saturday. Purchase tickets in advance. 12p–2p. $10

$10

FREE Egg Dyeing on the Patio

Davis Food Co-op Patio

DAVIS FOOD CO-OP. Folks of all ages are welcome to come dye a hard-boiled egg on the Patio! Reserve a spot online. 12p–2p. Free

Free

Donut & Wine Pairing

Great Bear Vineyards 24800 Co Rd 101A, Davis

GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Taste a selection of donuts paired with Great Bear Sparkling Brut, Sparkling Rose, white dessert wine & red port-style dessert wine. Arrive by 3p. 12p–4p. $40

$40

Art Spark

Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art at UC Davis 254 Old Davis Road, Davis

Hands-on art program. Experiment with all sorts of techniques & mediums. Exercises inspired by this season’s shows—Mike Henderson: Before the Fire, 1965-1985; the introspective abstractions of Loie Hollowell: Tick Tock Belly Clock; & the whimsical dogs in Roy De Forest: Habitats for Travelers. Sat & Sun, 12p–4p. Free

free

Men’s Tennis vs Santa Barbara

Marya Welch Tennis Center

MARYA WELCH TENNIS CTR. The Aggies take on UCSB at home. Live stream available online. 1p. Free

Free
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The Growing Groves One Year Anniversary Night Market

1224 Lemen Ave 1224 Lemen Ave, Woodland

GROWING GROVES. Help LGBTQIA-owned plant shop Growing Groves celebrate one year in business with their biggest Night Market yet. Featuring local vendors. 1–6p. Free

Family D&D

Davis Cards & Games 1790 East 8th Street, Davis

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

$20

Adult D&D

Davis Cards & Games 1790 East 8th Street, Davis

DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Weekly game night run by professional Dungeon Masters. New and experienced players welcome. Tickets available online. 6p–9p. $10

$10

The Great Puzzle Competition

Davis Cards & Games 1790 East 8th Street, Davis

DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Battle other puzzle teams to complete a 500-piece puzzle in three hours or less. First place team wins a $50 gift cards! 6–9p. $15

$15

Sammy Miller & The Congregation

Vanderhoef Studio Theatre 400 Mrak Hall Dr

MONDAVI CTR. The seven-piece band, described as a mashup of Ben Folds Five & Preservation Hall Jazz Band, brings a bracing dose of joyful jazz performed with infectious theatricality. 7:30p. $22.50–$65

$22.50 – $65

Vladimir Feltsman, Piano

Jackson Hall, Mondavi Center

MONDAVI CTR. Distinguished pianist & conductor performs his third & final program “Inspirations.” Features Feltsman’s  interpretations of works by Mozart & Schubert. 7:30p. $12.50–$79

$12.50 – $79

Stories on Stage Davis: Kim Stanley Robinson

Davis Senior High School

DAVIS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL. Local actors narrate Robinson’s short story “Arthur Sternbach Brings the Curveball to Mars,” followed by a Q&A with the famous science fiction author. Moderated by Dr. Andy Jones. Register in advance. 7:30p–9p. Free

Free

Stories on Stage Davis: author Kim Stanley Robinson

Richard Brunelle Performance Hall 315 W 14th Street, Davis

BRUNELL PERFORMANCE HALL. Local actors will read Robinson’s short story, Arthur Sternbach Brings the Curveball to Mars, followed by a Q&A with Robinson moderated by Dr. Andy Jones. 7:30–9p. Free

Free

Karaoke Night

University of Beer

UNIVERSITY OF BEER. Every Sat. 9p. Free