C O N T E N T 2023: Artist Book Exhibit
The Artery 207 G Street, DavisTHE ARTERY. A juried artist book exhibit. This show will be juried by Nikki Thompson & Adele Shaw. Submissions due 07/23. Free
Free
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Content Artist Book Exhibition
The Artery 207 G Street, DavisTHE ARTERY. Celebrating the fusion of creativity, diversity, and contemporary expression through the genre of artist books. This is a juried show featuring 46 captivating artists’ books that push the boundaries of artistic mediums. 10a—6p. Free
Free
Ongoing
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
Beginning Folk Dancing
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. A Folkddancing class for beginners, open to all over 18. Sign ups are by the month. 10:30a—11:30a. 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
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
Featured
Pence Gallery Art Auction 2023
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisPENCE GALLERY. Art Auction party features delicious food by Dos Coyotes Border Café and Nugget Markets, wine by Fiddlehead Cellars, live music by According to Bazooka, gift baskets, and more. 6p—8:30p. $35 members, $45 non-members
Free
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Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
Wyatt Deck UC Davis ArboretumWYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. 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
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
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2nd Friday ArtAbout reception: Ann Larsen
Logos Books 513 2nd Street, DavisLOGOS BOOKS. Meet artist Ann Larsen and view her work at Logos Books during the 2nd Friday ArtAbout. Live music by the Folk Music Folks, light refreshments. 6p—8p. Free
Free
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2nd Friday ArtAbout
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisPENCE GALLERY. Opening reception of the Pence’s annual Art Auction on September 8, during 2nd Friday ArtAbout. Preview 130+ artworks throughout the gallery, which will open for silent bidding online September 10. Enjoy wine while browsing. 6p—9p. Free
Free
Matilda the Musical, JR.
Woodland Opera House 340 2nd Street, WoodlandWOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The musical is filled with delightful songs, witty lyrics, and energetic choreography that bring the story to life on stage. It explores themes of bravery, friendship, the importance of education, and the triumph of good over evil. Thurs. 7p—8p; Fri. 7p—8p; Sat. 2p—3p, 7p—8p; Sun. 2p—3p. $5-16
$5 – $16
Something Rotten (2023)
Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.DMTC. A hilarious musical smash underwritten by Georgia Paulo, set in the 1590s. Brothers Nick & Nigel Bottom dream of writing a hit play, but struggle to outshine a rival Renaissance rock star. The pair begin writing the world’s first musical, realizing that reaching the top means being true to thine own self. Fri & Sat 7:30p. Sun 2p. $10–$18
$10 – $18
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Shakti: 50th Anniversary Tour
Jackson Hall, Mondavi CenterMONDAVI CENTER. An unprecedented, transcontinental collaboration, Shakti united eastern & western musicians & in the process forges the template for what is now called “world music.” 7:30p. $29–$95
$29 – $95
Karaoke Night
Tommy J’s 726 2nd Street, DavisTOMMY J’S. Every Friday with KJ Incubus. 10p.