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Calendar courtesy of The Dirt.
There are several other great resources for finding arts and culture events, exhibits, performances, and other creative activities in the Davis area:
Davis Enterprise | UC Davis Arts & Entertainment | YoloArts | Visit Yolo
THRU JUNE 18. UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. Annual exhibition highlighting the outstanding course work produced over the past year by senior undergraduate students. Free
THRU JUNE 25. PENCE GALLERY. Artist Kathleen Gamper, Barbara Smithson, Raquel Cox, Marie-Therese Brown, Sophie Banspach, Allison Spreadborough & Teresa Steinbach-Garcia worked in different media, from oil & acrylic paint to watercolors. Each artist portrays a unique vision of a homeowner’s garden. Reception 06/09. Free
THE ARTERY. Exhibit featuring weaving and rag rugs by Lisa Erskine. Jerri Erskine-Zilbert displays handwoven creations and Blayney Breckenridge displays her clay art. 7p—9p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Moments in Time & Space is an exhibit featuring ceramic artists Claudia Tarantino, Daniel Alejandro Trejo & Bill Heiderich. Through May 12. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Wood’s captivating watercolor paintings are on display this spring. Wood portrays the dreamy interior world of women lost in thought or asleep, complete with stars, moons, and other signs of the cosmos. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Susan Brady’s landscapes are a hybrid of painting, collage, and photography. Originating with a digital image, her work builds upon the photograph by collaging layers of handmade papers, dye, and oil paint. 11:30a–5p. Free
SUPER OWL BREWING. An exploration of color through daily pastel drawings of fruits and vegetables, by artist Stephanie Way. May 16 through July 2. 12a–12p. Free
GALLERY 625. Student showcase features a group exhibition of the WCC Kingsley Merit Scholarship finalists along with the work of students from the Woodland Community College art program. M-F, 8a—5p. Free
MANETTI SHREM. UC Davis graduate students in Art History, Art Studio, Creative Writing, Design, English, History and Performance Studies present their work. 11a—6p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free
WICKSON HALL LAWN. Watch the sheep graze away outside of Wickson Hall on the corner of California Avenue & N. Quad. 9:30a–3p. Free
Rain or shine. All levels welcome. Every Fri, 10a-11a. Free
MANETTI SHREM. UC Davis graduate students in Art History, Art Studio, Creative Writing, Design, English, History and Performance Studies present their work. 11a—6p. Free
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
MANETTI SHREM. UC Davis Art History master’s degree candidates present their thesis work. Lectures followed by awards & light reception. 2:30p–6p. Free
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Read to a therapy dog! For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the afternoon of the program, no prior registration. 3p–4:30p.
UNIVERSITY MALL. Pop-up market featuring local crafts maker, art, vintage clothes, & more. 3p—9p.
SUDWERK BREWING CO. Mobile nursery truck selling a wide variety of native plants. All profits support the science education nonprofit, Miridae Living Labs. 4p–7p.
THE HIVE. The first concert of The Hive’s Free Summer Concert Series features Humboldt County’s soul sensation Object Heavy. The band is led by Richard Love and composed of seasoned veterans of the West Coast Soul and Funk scene. 5:30p—7:30p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Seven artists portray a unique vision of a homeowner’s garden. 6p–7p. Free
LOGOS BOOKS. Meet and chat with artist Debra van Hulsteyn. Her work in oil, acrylic and watercolor are conceptual images from everyday experiences in Davis. 6p—8p. Free
VARIOUS LOCATIONS. Join neighbors along Davis’ free, self-guided art gallery walking tour. Enjoy receptions, meet the artists and see new art exhibits. 6p—9p. Free
MULTIPLE VENUES. A monthly, self-guided art walk featuring installations & receptions at local galleries, art co-ops & businesses. Enjoy live music, a wine tasting & conversations with special artists. 5p–9p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Browse the art exhibits on display, meet the artists & enjoy a wine tasting by Twisted Cedar Wines. 6p—9p. Free
MONDAVI CTR. A vibrant contemporary musical that explores romance in all forms. Directed by Broadway veteran Mindy Cooper with music direction by Graham Sobelman. Weds, Thurs, Fri 7p. Sat 2p. $5–$15
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 4p. Free
THE ARTERY. Off the Floor and on the Wall Handwoven Creations and Artistic Expressions by Lisa M. Erskine, MFA, features rag rugs, double weaves and other woven textiles. Joined by Jerri Erskine-Zilbert showing handwoven creations and Blayney Breckenridge with clay art. 7p—9. Free
MELON BALL. A concert blending elements of Indian classical music with ethereal, hypnotic melodies and “world music” rhythms. 8p—10p. $20.
EMERSON JR HS. Davis Grad Night is a sober, all-night party for DJUSD graduating seniors. Graduates will spend the night enjoying music, dancing, special entertainment, food galore and a huge raffle. 9:30p—5a. Free
TOMMY J’S. Every Friday with KJ Incubus. 10p.