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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
THRU DEC 1. PENCE GALLERY. Four artists from Siskiyou County–Belinda Hanson, Chris Clother, Cathy Valentine, & Carol Jenkins–work in distinctly different media, addressing the changes they’ve encountered over the past three years. Through installations, mixed media, paintings, & assemblage, they address their relationship with nature, light, & the vagaries of life as they know it. Free
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
PENCE GALLERY. This collection of drawings delves into the intricate relationship between clothing, identity, and the stories they carry. 11:30a—5p. 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
SASSAFRAS BEAUTY. Wear pink and get 5% off purchases, plus a percentage of all sales will be donated to Thriving Pink. 10a—6p.
THRIVING PINK. Bid on four special silent auction items. 11a—4p.
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
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH of Davis. Free concert series featuring singer and educator Rebecca Plack with pianist I-Hui Chen. 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
GALLERY 1855. Opening reception for Learning New Powers, a collection of works by artist April Camlin. 1p—3p. 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.
THRIVING PINK. Reception and Photography Exhibit featuring local photographer and Thriver, Sue Peri. 5p—8p. Free
THE HIVE. Jive & jam with Shane Q, a top 10 finalist from NBC’s The Voice! Enjoy live music, delicious food & drinks, and complimentary honey tastings. All ages, families, & dogs welcome. 5:30p—7:30p. Free
PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. Enjoy art, watch dance performances, participate in an all-age craft project, enjoy some light refreshments, learn a dance for the Annual Zombie Bike Parade & enter a free raffle. 5:30p—7:30p. Free
DAVIS FOOD CO-OP TEACHING KITCHEN. Learn to hold and handle your knife in the best way, cut through all the classic cuts plus some specialty techniques. Make a fruit salad & pack up some chopped up mirepoix to take home. 5:30p–7:30p. $36–$40
PENCE GALLERY. Visit the Night Market in the Pence Gallery’s courtyard, held in conjunction with our 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception. This free community event was created to encourage and offer an opportunity for artists ages 16-25 to exhibit and sell their work. All proceeds go directly to the artists. 6p—8p.
LOGOS BOOKS. Meet oil and watercolor artist Carrie Ceniseroz and explore her exhibit “Up Close: Studies in Florals”. Live music & light refreshments. 6p—8p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Four artists from Siskiyou County–Belinda Hanson, Chris Clother, Cathy Valentine, & Carol Jenkins–working in distinctly different media, address the very real changes they’ve encountered over the past three years. Join for the exhibition reception! 6p–9p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Enjoy wine while browsing the new art exhibits on display, and visit the courtyard to shop from our pop-up Night Market. 6p—9p. Free
THE PAINT CHIP. This unique collection showcases the dedication of seven local artists as they produce art as a daily practice. 6:30p—8:30p. Free
BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. DSHS Production. Tempers flare as twelve members of a jury deliberate the facts of a case, and personal prejudice threatens to upend the quest for justice. Oct 13—14, 19 at 7p—9p. Oct 15, 21—22 at 2p—4p. $15
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
TOMMY J’S. Every Friday with KJ Incubus. 10p.