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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

Somewhere Beyond Time: Maxine Solomon

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

THRU APRIL 11 – MAY 7. PENCE GALLERY. Series of nonrepresentational oil paintings are about exploration, spontaneity & energy. Reminiscent of Solomon’s experiences living in Northern California & abroad.

Free
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

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

Outdoor Zumba @ Stonegate Club

Stonegate Country Club 919 Lake Blvd, Davis

Practice your moves from 8:30–9:30a. All levels and ages welcome. Pricing varies based on membership status and number of classes purchased.

varies

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....

Mother Goose on the Loose–in person!

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

STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Mother Goose on the Loose is an award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a, Free

Free

Expressive Watercolor Painting with Misuk Goltz

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Six-week class. Watercolor artist Misuk Goltz will teach basic, but important techniques in watercolor to help you paint the things you love. The class will consist of sample painting demonstrations and extended individual guidance and critique sessions. 11a–1p. $180 members/ $190 non-members

$180 – $190

Maxine Solomon: Somewhere Beyond Time

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Maxine Solomon’s current series of nonrepresentational oil paintings are about exploration, spontaneity, and energy. This exhibit is generously sponsored by Pat & Hoy Carman. Free

Free

Healing Arts Workshop

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. 90-minute art workshop focused specifically on a themes related to depression, anxiety, or major life changes. 3:30–5p. Free

Free

Healing Arts Workshop Single Session

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. This workshop focuses specifically on themes related to depression, anxiety, or major life changes. Through the process of art making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Register in advance. 3:30-5p. Free

Free

Sips & Bites Series: SCOPE Small Grains Project

Walter A. Buehler Alumni Center 530 Alumni Ln,, Davic

WALTER A. BUEHLER ALUMNI CENTER. Explore the stories behind various UCD breeding program grains. Hear from field experts & culinary innovators & taste crackers from three different grain varieties. 6p–7:15p. $25

$25

Film Showing: Microplastic Madness

Davis Veterans Memorial Center 203 East 14th Street, Davis

VETERANS MEMORIAL THEATRE. Microplastic Madness is the story of 56 fifth graders from Brooklyn whose actions on plastic pollution morph into extraordinary leadership. Informational fair starts at 5:30; film starts at 6:30p. Free

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival

Richard Brunelle Performance Hall 315 W 14th Street, Davis

BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival is an international film competition & annual presentation of films and documentaries about mountain culture, sports, environment, adventure & exploration. Doors @ 6:30p, Show @ 7p. Tickets for each night sold separately, $20.

$20

Banff Mountain Film Festival 2023

Richard Brunelle Performance Hall 315 W 14th Street, Davis

RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. The best mountain culture & adventure sports films. New films each night with raffles & prizes during intermission. 6:30–10:30p. $22

$22

Recovered Voices, James Conlon

Jackson Hall, Mondavi Center

MONDAVI CTR. Highlights composers who suffered through the Nazi regime in Europe. Features a Chamber Orchestra (4/10) & Chamber Music Ensemble (4/11) led by Maestro Conlon. Additional symposium features Conlon & UC Davis Jewish Studies Program faculty. 7:30p. Free

Free

Trivia Tuesday

Sophia’s Thai

SOPHIA’S THAI BAR & KITCHEN. 21+. Games @ 9:30p.