Connecting the arts, fostering collaboration and building community.
Calendar courtesy of The Dirt.
There are several other great resources for finding arts and culture events, exhibits, performances, and other creative activities in the Davis area:
Davis Enterprise | UC Davis Arts & Entertainment | YoloArts | Visit Yolo
THRU 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
THRU DEC 1. UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEAM (CRUESS HALL, ROOM 124). Exhibit features exquisite African ceremonial textiles, Miao costumes from southwest China, & various Japanese kimonos displayed alongside contemporary textile work. these aesthetically unique objects convey a cultural crossroads in the world of design. 12p–4p. Free
THE ARTERY. Long-time Artery members, Sharon McCallum and Lucy B. Della Rosa display their work on artistic hats and scarves using a variety of techniques – weaving, felting, knitting, and crochet. 10a—6p. Free
VARIOUS LOCATIONS. Shop at one of these locations in the month of October and a portion of the sales will go to Thriving Pink: Davis Ace Hardware, DAVIS FOOD CO-OP, Circle Z Farms, Woodland Police Department (Pink Patches), Kohakutou Candy Sales, Trifecta Beauty, Mainstage Dispensary.
THRU DEC 2. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. An exhibition featuring 365 ceramic rabbits, each one uniquely capturing a different reflection of the human experience. Aguirre, a celebrated ceramic artist known for depicting the human condition, is donating proceeds from the collection to the UCLA Brain Cancer Research Center in honor of her daughter, Kailei. Free
THRU DEC 2. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. info tbd. Free
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.
DAVIS 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
PENCE GALLERY. Alvarez is a photographer whose realm is the street. He has largely focused his lens on the streets of Sacramento. 11:30a—5p. Free
GALLERY 1855. Artist April Camlin’s work on display. The gallery is located on the grounds of the Davis Cemetery. 8a—3p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free
Rain or shine. All levels welcome. Every Fri, 10a-11a. Free
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.
THRIVING PINK. Bid on four special silent auction items. 11a—4p.
PENCE GALLERY. This collection of drawings delves into the intricate relationship between clothing, identity, and the stories they carry. 11:30a—5p. Free
WYATT 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. 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
STEPHENS 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.
PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. Learn a zombie dance & then perform it with us on Oct 29 at the Annual Davis Zombie Bike Ride.
All kids should be accompanied by an adult. Registration required. 4p–5p. Free
WATERMELON MUSIC. This Performance features the music of two of the greatest Jazz musicians of all time: John Coltrane & Wayne Shorter, performed by The Alex Jenkins Quartet: Alex Jenkins – Drums, Levi Saelua – Saxophone, Arlyn Anderson – Guitar, Alex Reiff – Bass. 6p–8p. $20
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
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
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The production brings to life the delightfully macabre and eccentric world of the beloved Addams family in a fresh and captivating stage show that includes a hauntingly beautiful score. Parental guidance is suggested for the wickedly funny humor, adult innuendo, scenes that involve hilariously twisted torture, and ghostly apparitions. Fri & Sat at 7:30p; Sun at 2p. $9—30
MELON BALL. Alex Jenkins is a band leader, music educator, composer and clinician. This Performance will feature the music of two of the greatest Jazz musicians of all time: John Coltrane and Wayne Shorter. 8p—10p. $20
TOMMY J’S. Every Friday with KJ Incubus. 10p.