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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 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
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 FOOD CO-OP TEACHING KITCHEN. Davis parenting coach Kate Duren offers support, education & fellowship for new parents of babies age birth to six months. Although members are encouraged to contribute $25 to $100 per month, all are welcome. Register online. Wednesday mornings. 9a. $25–$100
NATIVE PLANT NURSERY, WINTERS. Volunteer & learn about the amazing plants of Putah Creek & meet like minded people! Every Weds. Register online. 9a–12p. Free
THRIVING PINK. Bid on four special silent auction items. 11a—4p.
PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. This class is for kids ages 6-10, register in advance. 3:3-p—4:40p. Free
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.
AVID READER. Join us for a very special evening with author Mac Barnett & illustrator Shawn Harris to celebrate the release of ‘The First Cat in Space’ and ‘The Soup of Doom’. 5p. Free
PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. For teens and adults, register in advance. 5:45p—6:45p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Drop-in, self-guided sessions with a nude model every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. Limited to 10 participants. Register online. 6:30p–9p. $22
SUDWERK BREWING. The Sudwerk pub quiz will be held in the outdoor beer garden; seating is first come, first served. Everyone willing to put away a smartphone for 90 minutes is welcome to play. 7p—9p. Free
SUDWERK. Local Quizmaster Dr. Andy entertains and challenges teams of up to six with 31 questions on a variety of topics you should know something about, such as history, literature, pop culture, geography, internet culture, and science.7p—9p. Free
G STREET WUNDERBAR. Every Wednesday trivia starts at 8p & open mic starts at 10p. Free
ARMADILLO MUSIC. Sit down with children’s book author, Mac Barnett, & illustrator, Shawn Harris, to discuss the big beautiful world of children’s books. Copies of their work available for purchase & signing. Proceeds benefit the Mary L. Stephens Branch of the Yolo County Library. Beverage ticket included. Event for adults only. 8:30p. $30
UNIVERSITY OF BEER. 21+. Games @ 9p.
Open mic and karaoke at G Street Wunderbar. Comedy, hip-hop, live bands, spoken word, and much more. Guitar, bass, and drums provided by the establishment. Sign-ups start at 9p, the event goes until 1a. Free, 21+. Drink specials.