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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
THE ARTERY. Using a combination of materials, Jack creates dynamic images that celebrate the beauty in everyday surroundings. “Blanketed” refers to his layering process, beginning with a watercolor, pastel and acrylic background applied with spray or airbrush. 10a—6p.
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
PENCE GALLERY. This collection of drawings delves into the intricate relationship between clothing, identity, and the stories they carry. 11:30a—5p. Free
VILLAGE HOMES. Community garage sale featuring propane patio heater, hammock with stand, work table, art, garden supplies & more. 9a—12p.
PENCE GALLERY. Learn to paint luminous papers, create gel prints, & use different mediums to draw on found papers, combining these elements to create a series of collages sealed with matte varnish or cold wax medium. 10a–3:30p. $340–$360
CENTRAL PARK. Local, handmade & original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food & more! Free live music. 10a–4p.
CENTRAL PARK. Two free sets of swing, big band and Latin jazz music. 11a—1p. Free
COMMUNITY PARK. Yolo County Library will have a table in Community Park for the Zombie Bike Ride with treats & giveaways. All ages welcome.12p–2p. Free
MONDAVI CTR. The Chicago-based performance collective combines shadow puppetry, cinematic techniques, sound effects & live music, stitching together the story of Frankenstein & the biography its author, Mary Shelley. Ages 8 and up. 2p. $12.50–$49
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
JACKSON HALL. Love, loss and creation merge in unexpected ways as Manual Cinema presents its thrilling version of the classic Gothic tale Frankenstein. 2p—3:3op. From $25
CIRCLE Z FARMS, Capay. Seasonal flower arrangement class; register online. All proceeds go to Thriving Pink. 3p—4p. $50
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5
PENCE GALLERY. Pence Director Natalie Nelson talks with Andres Alvarez, discussing his influences, his method of capturing subjects, & the contributions of photography within a larger dialogue about our current sociopolitical climate. His exhibit, Quotidian Fire/El Fuego Cotidiano, is on display through Nov 2. No registration required. 4p–5:30p. Suggested Donation $10
Sunday, October 29, 4 – 5:30 PM (FREE, $10 donation suggested)
This exhibit is generously sponsored by Helen Richardson.
PUTAH CREEK. Self-directed art activities & hikes with seasonal prompts to support observation. Gather the last 30 minutes for conversation, play and sharing of seasonal potluck food (optional) by the fire square. 4p—6p. Free
THREE MILE BREWING. King Trivia App. All ages. 6p.