Shapeshifters Exhibition
The Barn Gallery 512 Gibson Road, WoodlandTHRU AUG 19. THE BARN GALLERY. Featured artists include Caiti Chan, Mark Emmerson, Laura Howhlwein & Jeff Mayry. Reception 06/22. Free
Free
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California Landscapes Exhibition
John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, DavisTHRU AUGUST 26. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. An exhibition of landscapes by California artists. Free
Free
Prints by Gregory Kondos
John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, DavisTHRU AUG 26. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. More details coming soon.
Free
“Meow Meow Meow” The Cat, Wild and Domestic
The Artery 207 G Street, DavisTHE ARTERY. Fluffy cats, fierce cats, funny cats, big cats and bitty cats. Using a diversity of mediums, our artists pay homage to these iconic and enigmatic animals. 10a—6p. Free
Free
Petit Dance Camp
MIDC studio 2121 2nd St. A-106, DavisMIDC STUDIO. Week long dance camp for ages 4–9 with a final performance for parents. Registration required. 9a–3p. $300
$300
Ongoing
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
Gallery 625 625 Court St, Erwin Meier Admin Building, WoodlandGALLERY 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
Free
Sayako Dairiki: Mended Memories
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisPENCE GALLERY. Sayako Dairiki approaches painting with a focus on mindfulness. Following her adoption of sashiko, or visible mending to fix holes in several of her garments and blankets, Sayako began to echo the stitching pattern on canvas. Free
Free
Featured
Exhibit It! A Community Art Exhibit
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisPENCE GALLERY. Exhibit It! is a first come, first served community art exhibit accepting up to 50 works of art. Artists ages 16 and older may drop off one artwork of their choice. 11:30a—5p. $2o members/$30 non-members
Free
Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2023
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisPENCE GALLERY. The Slice exhibit is now in its 11th year. This display of contemporary art in a variety of media celebrates the work of artists from all over California. 11:30a—5p. Free
Free
Art Spark: Summer
Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art at UC Davis 254 Old Davis Road, DavisMANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Free, drop-in art activities on Thursdays and Fridays beginning July 20. A rotation of activities suitable for a wide range of ages and skill levels will be offered. 10a—3p. Free
free
Senior Watercolor Group
Davis Senior Center 646 A St, DavisDAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free
Free
Free Yoga Fridays
Arroyo Park 2000 Shasta Dr, DavisRain or shine. All levels welcome. Every Fri, 10a-11a. Free
Free
Senior Center Friday Films
Davis Senior Center 646 A St, DavisSENIOR 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
Free
Tales for Tails
Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library 315 East 14th StreetSTEPHENS 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.
Free
Paddy on the Binge: Live at The HIVE!
The HIVE Tasting Room and Kitchen 1221 Harter Ave, WoodlandTHE HIVE. Jive with Paddy on the Binge and their traditional Celtic music. Enjoy live music, food and drinks plus complimentary honey tastings. All ages + dogs welcome. 5:30p—7:30p. Free
Free
Music in the Park
Grindstone Wines 12700 County Road 89, EspartoGRINDSTONE WINES. Featuring live music from Californios and food by West Coast Taco Bar. Bring lawn chairs. 6p–9p.
Fourth Fridays in Downtown Winters
Downtown WintersDOWNTOWN 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
Free
Dear Harvey
Wyatt Deck UC Davis ArboretumWYATT PAVILLION. A documentary-style play that weaves together interviews, multimedia & music, exploring the life & legacy of gay activist & politician Harvey Milk. Fri, Sat 7p. Sun 2p. $10–$15
$10 – $15
Wizard of Oz
Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.DMTC. The Youth Performers’ Theatre enacts the classic story of Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion & Toto as they travel the universe of Dorothy’s imagination. All ages welcome. Fri 7p. Sat & Sun 2p. $10
$10
Ruhstaller Farm Yard: Old Mule
Ruhstaller Farm 6686 Sievers Road, DixonRUHSTALLER FARM. Free music on the farm! Enjoy community & beer! 7p. Free
Acme Theatre Presents: Dear Harvey
Wyatt Pavilion Theatre Old Davis Road, DavisWYATT PAVILION THEATRE. Acme Theatre Company presents Dear Harvey, an intimate retelling of the life and times of civil rights icon Harvey Milk. 7p—9p. $15
$15
Acme Theatre Presents: Dear Harvey!
Wyatt Pavilion Theatre Old Davis Road, DavisWYATT PAVILION THEATRE. Explore the life and lasting impact of gay activist and politician Harvey Milk through the words of the people who knew him best. This documentary-style play weaves together interviews, multimedia and music in a tribute to the transformative power of community organizing. Fri & Sat at 7p, Sun at 2p. $15
Davenach & the Usual Culprits Live at the Melon Ball
Watermelon Music 1970 Lake Blvd., Suite 1WATERMELON MUSIC. Dave Nachmanoff (singer/songwriter), Martin Lewis (guitar), Nick Carvajal (drums & vocals) & Brenden Tull (bass) perform a mix of Dave’s award-winning original songs & a few covers. 8p. $20–$10
$10 – $20
Karaoke Night
Tommy J’s 726 2nd Street, DavisTOMMY J’S. Every Friday with KJ Incubus. 10p.