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
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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
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
Jacob Lewis Exhibition at Gallery 1855
Davis Cemetery 820 Pole Line Road, DavisTHRU AUG 31. DAVIS CEMETERY. A collection of paintings inspired by the idea of uncertainty. Each piece is guided by the initial mark-making, pre-selected colors & unique medium. Free
Free
The Artery’s Annual Studio Sale
The Artery 207 G Street, DavisTHE ARTERY. Annual Studio Sale promises big savings and new pieces daily. Pieces include: Paintings, Photography, Prints, Jewelry, Woodwork, Books, Ceramics, Gourds, Fiber Art, Sculpture, Stained Glass, Fused and Blown Glass, Woven Baskets. 10a—6p.
Free
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library 315 East 14th StreetSTEVENS 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
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
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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
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Fridays at the Grove
Tree Davis Memorial Grove 1515 Shasta Dr., DavisTREE DAVIS MEMORIAL GROVE. Come volunteer! Weed, prune & mulch our installed climate ready landscapes at the grove. Meet in the grassy area at the entrance. 9a–11a. Free
Free
Free Yoga Fridays
Arroyo Park 2000 Shasta Dr, DavisRain or shine. All levels welcome. Every Fri, 10a-11a. Free
Free
Davis International Parent Community Gathering
International House (I-House) 10 College Pk.INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Meetings providing support for multilingual & multicultural families including English learners adjusting to life in Davis. Open to anyone interested in sharing in the mission of our group. Meets every 1st & 3rd Friday. 10:15a–11:45a.
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
Latin Music & Wine
Great Bear Vineyards 24800 Co Rd 101A, DavisGREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Raíces530, an all-women Latin band, performs Andean music, huaynos, boleros, cumbias & more! Choose from a selection of 3 wines on offer & feel free to bring a picnic. Join anytime between 5p–7:30p. 5p–8p. $20
$20
Dixon Kindness Rock Painting
Solano County LibrarySOLANO COUNTY LIBRARY, DIXON. Join us for some fun painting time the first Friday of every month! Then leave your rock somewhere where it will make someone smile. All ages welcome. 5:30p–6:30p. Free
Free
Sponge Cakes
Davis Food Co-op 620 G St.DAVIS FOOD CO-OP. Learn to make a classic sponge cake & assemble a Victoria Sponge – a traditional British cake with strawberries & cream. 5:30p–7:30p. $40.50–$45
$40.50 – $45.00
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Big Sticky Mess: Live at The HIVE!
The HIVE Tasting Room and Kitchen 1221 Harter Ave, WoodlandTHE HIVE TASTING ROOM & KITCHEN. Come jive & jam with Big Sticky Mess, a kaleidoscopic mix of extraterrestrial hooks, vibrant grooves & potent beats! Enjoy live music, delicious food & drinks & complimentary honey tastings. All ages, families & dogs are welcomed! 5:30p. Free
Free
Bat Talk & Walk
Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area 45211 County Rd. 32BYOLO BYPASS WILDLIFE AREA. Learn about the natural history of the bats of Northern California. Watch a breathtaking fly-out of Mexican free-tailed bats fly out from under the causeway for their nightly hunt. Aug 4–17 6:15p. Aug 21–31 6p. $0–$15
Free – $15
Parent Fellowship Night
First Baptist Church of Davis 38141 Russell Blvd., DavisFIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF DAVIS. Gather over food & talk about our challenges & highlights of parenting & teaching our 5th & 6th graders, while forming a closer community & connection. 6p–8p. Free
Free
Ruhstaller Farm Live Music
Ruhstaller Farm 6686 Sievers Road, DixonRUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 6p. Free
Free
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Eli Lev – Live
The Melon Ball 1970 Lake Blvd., DavisMELON BALL. Award-winning singer-songwriter and global citizen Eli Lev performs. 8–10p. $20
$20.00
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Eli Lev Live
Watermelon Music 1970 Lake Blvd., Suite 1WATERMELON MUSIC. Award-winning singer-songwriter and global citizen Eli Lev’s empathic writing and infectious folk-based sensibility has been his universal passport into our collective hearts. Lev performs live 8p–10p. $20
$20.00
Eli Lev
Watermelon Music 1970 Lake Blvd., Suite 1WATERMELON MUSIC. Rising singer-songwriter & global citizen Eli Lev is known for his empathic writing & infectious folk-based sensibility. Join for a performance that is irresistibly uplifting, emotionally resonant & down-to-earth. 8p–12a. PRICE?
Karaoke Night
Tommy J’s 726 2nd Street, DavisTOMMY J’S. Every Friday with KJ Incubus. 10p.