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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 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
MIDC STUDIO. Week long dance camp for ages 4–9 with a final performance for parents. Registration required. 9a–3p. $300
THRU AUG 19. THE BARN GALLERY. Featured artists include Caiti Chan, Mark Emmerson, Laura Howhlwein & Jeff Mayry. Reception 06/22. Free
ESTHER’S PARK. Outdoor events addressing the past, present & future of sustainable agriculture, with a focus on African American farmers & visionaries. Enjoy screenings of popular films, servings of imaginative refreshments & engaging guests. 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
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
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Broook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-18
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. This energetic musical follows Percy Jackson, a 12-year-old boy who newly discovers that he is a demigod. This show is fast paced and an exciting adventure for all. PG: language and battle scenes. Fri 7:30p, Sat-Sun 2p. $7-20
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. 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
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.
GRINDSTONE WINES. Featuring Helios Rock Band and Bubblecone food truck. Bring lawn chairs. 6p–9p.
DOWNTOWN WINTERS. Bring the whole family to enjoy live music & good eats as restaurants along Main Street will be serving delicious food. Fourth Fridays through September. 6p–10p. Free
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 4p. Free
BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. Applegate Dance Company’s 30th Anniversary Celebration Performance presents nine dances of varying lengths and dance styles. The evening will culminate in a time travel steampunk dance choreographed by Lisa Applegate-Zimanyi to fly the audience through the 30 years of Applegate Dance Company. 7p—9p. $20
RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. A collection of nine amazing dances performed by the students of Applegate Dance Company & Studio. Thurs & Fri 7p. Sat 6:30p. Sun 2p. $20.50
DMTC. An infamous tale, Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber, returns to nineteenth century London, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him & ravaged his young wife. Recommended for ages 11 & up. Fri & Sat 7:30p. Sun 2p. $10–$18
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Young Adult Performers production adapted from the book “The Lightning Thief” by Rick Riordan. Fri & Sat 7:30p. Sun 2p. $7–$20
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Tom and Meg Stallard present a Young Adult Performers production, The Lightning Thief, The Percy Jackson Musical. From the best-selling book and with an original rock score, this show is fast paced and an exciting adventure for all! PG: language and battle scenes. Fri 7:30p, Sat & Sun 2p. $7—20
DMTC. The tale of the unjustly exiled barber who returns to 19th century London seeking revenge against the judge who framed him. Underwritten by Sharon Joyce, Directed by Steve Isaacson, Musical direction by Kyle Jackson. Rec. age: 13+. Fri-Sat 7:30p, Sun 2p. $20
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. This energetic musical follows Percy Jackson, a 12-year-old boy who newly discovers that he is a demigod. This show is fast paced and an exciting adventure for all. PG: language and battle scenes. Fri 7:30p, Sat-Sun 2p. $7-20
TOMMY J’S. Every Friday with KJ Incubus. 10p.