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Shapeshifters Exhibition

The Barn Gallery 512 Gibson Road, Woodland

THRU AUG 19. THE BARN GALLERY. Featured artists include Caiti Chan, Mark Emmerson, Laura Howhlwein & Jeff Mayry. Reception 06/22. Free

Free

California Landscapes Exhibition

John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, Davis

THRU AUGUST 26. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. An exhibition of landscapes by California artists. Free

Free

Prints by Gregory Kondos

John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, Davis

THRU AUG 26. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. More details coming soon.

Free

Jacob Lewis Exhibition at Gallery 1855

Davis Cemetery 820 Pole Line Road, Davis

THRU 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, Davis

THE 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 Street

STEVENS 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., Davis

PENCE 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., Davis

PENCE 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., Davis

PENCE 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, Davis

MANETTI 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 1

WATERMELON 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?

Celebrate Recovery

First Baptist Church of Davis 38141 Russell Blvd., Davis

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF DAVIS. A biblically balanced approach to help bring sustainable recovery & healing to our hurts. No RSVP needed. 5:30p–7:30p. Free

Free

Tours of the City of Davis Wetlands

Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area 45211 County Rd. 32B

CITY OF DAVIS WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT. In-person tours run rain or shine, except in the instances of flooding. Reservations are required. 9a–11a. Sugg don $10

Farmer’s Market, Winters

Winters Main Street 22 Main Street, Winter

MAIN STREET, WINTERS. Sourcing local produce from jams to coffee to flowers (& much more). Thru Sept 24. 9a–1p. Free

Free

Sunday Farmers Market

Downtown Winters

DOWNTOWN WINTERS. Every Sunday 06/11-09/24th. Enjoy local produce, fresh flowers, food vendors & more! 9a–1p.

Free

Hula Dancing

Village Homes Community Ctr. (Village Homes) 2661 Portage Bay East

VILLAGE HOMES. The graceful movements & storytelling of hula, helping you build strength, flexibility & confidence. Every Sunday. 9:30a. $15

$15

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

Davis Craft & Vintage Fair

Central Park 101 C St, Davis

CENTRAL PARK. Local, handmade & original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food & more! Free live music. 10a–4p.

The New Harmony Jazz Band Live

Davis Central Park 5th St & B St,, Davis,

CENTRAL PARK. Live big band, swing and Latin jazz music during the Davis Vintage & Craft Fair. Shop local artisans and vendors and enjoy live music by The New Harmony. 11a—1p. Free

Free

Post Church BBQ

First Baptist Church of Davis 38141 Russell Blvd., Davis

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF DAVIS. Meet new friends & enjoy some delicious barbecue! All are welcome. 11:30a–1p. Free

Free

Ruhstaller Farm Live Music

Ruhstaller Farm 6686 Sievers Road, Dixon

RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 6p. Free

Free

Bat Talk & Walk

Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area 45211 County Rd. 32B

YOLO 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

Group Kirtan & More

Barefoot Yoga Studio Davis 1015 Olive Dr,, Davis

BAREFOOT YOGA STUDIO. Kirtan, the chanting of sacred mantras, is an easy yet sublime method of meditation. Join for an evening of live acoustic music, mantras and ancient wisdom. Vegan refreshments served. 6:30–8p. Free

Free