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
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
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?
Davis Farmers Market
Central Park 101 C St, DavisCENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.
Wine Connoisseurs & Vintners Series: White & Rosé Wines
Great Bear Vineyards 24800 Co Rd 101A, DavisGREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Fun, educational hands-on experiences in a class setting designed to teach anyone from wine connoisseurs to keen enthusiasts looking to learn more about wine. Classes finish with a light lunch. 10a—12:30p. $75.
$75.00
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Science Center (Explorit) 3141 5th St.EXPLORIT MUSEUM. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
$2 – $5
Kids D&D
Davis Cards & Games 1790 East 8th Street, DavisDAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Ages 9–15 welcome for a Dungeons & Dragons tournament. 12p–2p. $10
$10
Artist Talk: Sayako Dairiki
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisPENCE GALLERY. Join painter Sayako Dairiki, whose solo exhibit Mended Memories is on display this summer, at an artist talk at the Pence to learn more about her new series of abstract paintings. She’ll share some of the inspirations that led her to incorporate new patterns and linear motifs into her compositions. 2p—3p. Free
Free
Artist Talk with Sayako Dairiki
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisPENCE GALLERY. Join painter Sayako Dairiki, whose solo exhibit Mended Memories is on display this summer, at an artist talk at the Pence to learn more about her new series of abstract paintings. 2p–3p. Free
Free
Family D&D
Davis Cards & Games 1790 East 8th Street, DavisDAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly group where parents & kids can play other families for fun D&D one-shots & mini-campaigns. One ticket covers a parent & child. 3p–6p. $20
$20
Nashville Honeymoon
Robin’s Nest DavisROBIN’S NEST. Lynne Maes & Hank Maninger, along with bandmates Tim Wagar & Leor Beary, offer distinctive sounds & original compositions that honor traditional country music while deliberately pushing its boundaries. Reservations needed. Bring your own drinks & chairs. Band begins 6:30p. 5:30p–9:30p. $20
$20
Nashville Honeymoon at Robin’s Nest
Robin’s Nest DavisROBIN’S NEST. Join for a relaxed backyard country concert featuring Lynne Maes & Hank Maninger, along with bandmates Tim Wagar & Leor Beary. Nashville Honeymoon offers distinctive sounds & original compositions that honor traditional country music while deliberately pushing its boundaries. 5:30p–9:30p. Suggested Donation $20
$20
Adult D&D
Davis Cards & Games 1790 East 8th Street, DavisDAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Weekly game night run by professional Dungeon Masters. New and experienced players welcome. Tickets available online. 6p–9p. $10
$10
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
Summer Music Series
Three Mile BrewingTHREE MILE BREWING. Summer Music Series features a different band each Saturday night in the Three Mile Courtyard off G Street. Click for dates & artists. 7p—10p. Free
Karaoke Night
University of BeerUNIVERSITY OF BEER. Every Sat. 9p. Free