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
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There are several other great resources for finding arts and culture events, exhibits, performances, and other creative activities in the Davis area:
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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
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Art Farm 2023 Exhibition
The Barn Gallery 512 Gibson Road, WoodlandTHRU OCT 21. THE BARN GALLERY. Art Harvest work will be exhibited & Art Farm Artist Awards will be announced at 6:30p. All artwork available for purchase at the Art Farm Gala 9/14. 5:30p–8p. Free
Free
Ongoing
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
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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
Focaccia
Davis Food Co-op Teaching Kitchen 537 G Street, DavisDAVIS FOOD CO-OP TEACHING KITCHEN. Learn to make focaccia from scratch! We will mix up a batch of dough & decorate tops with a bounty of colorful summer vegetables. 5:30p–7:30p. $40.50–$45
$40.50 – $45
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.
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Coastal Cleanup Day
Winters Nature Park 201 Railroad Ave, WintersVARIOUS LOCATIONS. Join Putah Creek Council in an effort for Coastal Cleanup Day this year. Help at one of three locations for this year’s cleanup: Winters Nature Park, Stevenson Bridge in Winters, & along a stormwater detention channel in East Davis. 9a–12p. Free
Free
Very Beginning Ballet (Adults)
Village Homes Community Ctr. (Village Homes) 2661 Portage Bay EastVILLAGE HOMES. Learn ballet basics with instructors from Applegate Dance! Perfect for adults & teens new to ballet. 10a–11a. $15
$15
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Neighborhood Market
Davis CommonsDAVIS COMMONS. Wide variety of vendors including handmade jewelry, vintage clothing, & food products. The Pop Up Market is the perfect opportunity to support local businesses and find unique treasures. 10a—3p.
Free
Gentle Barre Exercise Class
Village Homes Community Ctr. (Village Homes) 2661 Portage Bay EastVILLAGE HOMES. A slower-paced fitness class to gently strengthen, align & mobilize your body. All levels welcome! Bare feet or non slip socks are recommended. 11a. $15
$15
Harvest Sensory Tasting
Downtown Tasting RoomBERRYESSA GAP VINEYARDS DOWNTOWN TASTING ROOM. An experience designed to teach you to identify aromas associated with wine. Includes a mystery analysis & tasting of five wines. 1p–2:30p. $60
$60
YPT: Disney’s The Little Mermaid, JR (2023)
Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.DMTC. Underwritten by Robert & Adele Stern. Enjoy a youth production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid! Join Ariel & her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull & Sebastian the crab as they navigate the challenges of romance, family & friendship. Sat & Sun 2p. Fri 7p. $10–$18
$10 – $18
Little Mermaid, Jr.
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Adapted from Disney’s 2008 Broadway production, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Jr. features the hit songs “Part of Your World,” “She’s in Love,” and the Oscar-winning “Under the Sea”. Fri., 7p. Sat. & Sun., 2p. $10
$10
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
west Davis Harvest Festival
West Lake PlazaWEST LAKE PLAZA. Join friends and neighbors for an evening of food, drinks, art & live music. 5p—9p. Free
Free
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Pence Gallery Art Auction Party 2023
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisTHRU SEPT 23. PENCE GALLERY. Enjoy delicious food by Dos Coyotes Border Café & Nugget Markets, wine by Fiddlehead Cellars, live music, gift baskets, & bidding finale! Event tickets are available beginning 8/23 at www.pencegallery.org, or at the Pence,. 6p–8p. $35–$45
Free
Art Auction Party
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisPENCE GALLERY. Art Auction featuring delicious food by Dos Coyotes Border Café, Nugget Markets, and Local Kitchens, as well as wine by Fiddlehead Cellars and beer by Sudwerk Brewery, plus live music by According to Bazooka, gift baskets, and the bidding finale at 8 PM. 6p—8:30p. $35 members/$45 non-members
$35 – $45
The Great Puzzle Competition
Davis Cards & Games 1790 East 8th Street, DavisDAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Battle other puzzle teams to complete a 500-piece puzzle in three hours or less. First place team wins a $50 gift cards! 6–9p. $15
$15
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UCD Football Home Game
UC Davis Health StadiumUCD HEALTH STADIUM.
09/16/23 | Aggies vs Southern Utah University. 7p. $7–$47
09/23/23 | Aggies vs Eastern Washington. 7p. $7–$47
10/07/23 | Aggies vs Montana. 4p. $7–$47
11/04/23 | Aggies vs Portland State. 4p. $7–$47
11/08/23 | Aggies vs Sacramento State. 2p. $7–$47
$7 – $47
Movies in the Park: Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Central Park – Davis 5th St & B St,, Davis,CENTRAL PARK. Davis Sunset Rotary & Dignity Heath present Movies in the Park 2023. Bring your blankets, chairs, kids & bug spray then sit back & enjoy a movie under the stars. 7:25p. Free
Free
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
Karaoke Night
University of BeerUNIVERSITY OF BEER. Every Sat. 9p. Free