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Pence Gallery Holiday Market

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

THRU NOV 24. PENCE GALLERY. Featuring over 60 local artists’ soaps & lotions, candles, scarves, hats, & original works of art. Enjoy a cache of rare vintage jewelry as well. 11:30a–5p.

Free

Magical Christmas Train

River Fox Train 18095 County Road 117, West Sacramento

RIVER FOX TRAIN, SACRAMENTO. Each ticket includes a 1-hour train ride, hot cocoa, a souvenir mug & a cookie. Santa’s elves will be on board the train to guide passengers in holiday sing-a-longs, elfish games, & fun festive activities. Children can write a letter to Santa. 10a–7p. $11–$59

$10 – $59

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library 315 East 14th Street

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.

Ongoing

Magical Christmas Train

River Fox Train 18095 County Road 117, West Sacramento

FOX RIVER TRAIN. Santa’s elves will be on board the train to guide passengers in holiday sing-a-longs, elfish games, and fun festive activities. Children can remind Santa how nice they have been all year with a letter to Santa. Each ticket includes a 1-hour train ride, hot cocoa, a souvenir mug, and a cookie. 10a—7p. $10—59

$10 – $59
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13th Annual Craft is Christmas Faire

Yolo County Fairgrounds 1250 E. Gum Avenue, Woodland

YOLO COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS, WOODLAND. Peruse over 100 unique vendors, visit with Santa, enjoy adult refreshments, & sample food catered by Spring Lake 4H. 9a–4p.

Free

Holiday Wreath Making

Great Bear Vineyards 24800 Co Rd 101A, Davis

GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Join Dixon Florist to make winter wreaths with mixed evergreens, sip a glass of wine and make new friends. Register in advance. 10a—12p. $75

$75

NFL Sunday Brunch @ Sudwerk Brewing Co.

Sudwerk Brewing Co. 2001 2nd St, Davis

SUDWERK BREWING CO. Join us every Sunday for the ultimate NFL Sunday Brunch, where you can fuel up on delicious food & cheer for your favorite teams! 10a–3p. Free

Free

Davis Craft & Vintage Fair

Central Park 101 C St, Davis

CENTRAL PARK. Local, handmade & original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food & more! Free live music. 10a–4p.

Art in Action: Family Art Workshop

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Explore art and creativity at these monthly family art workshops for children aged 5-12. 1p—3p. $4-$8.

$4 – $8

Holiday Themed Paint & Sip

Great Bear Vineyards 24800 Co Rd 101A, Davis

GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Indulge your inner artist with this mixed media class lead by local artists while sipping on a glass of our finest wine! 1p–3p. $60

$60

Bring Fragrance to Your Home: Lavender Wreath Making

Capay Valley Lavendar Farm Capay Valley Lavender, County Road 79, Capay

CAPAY VALLEY LAVENDER. Join FarmHer Sherri to make your own 14″ wreath or centerpiece. During our Wreath Workshop, you will choose sprigs of aromatic lavender, rosemary, eucalyptus, evergreen & olive to create your unique design. 1p–4p. $75

$75

Alexander String Quartet with Robert Greenberg

Jackson Hall, Mondavi Center

MONDAVI CTR. Look back 100 years to the tumultuous social & political era of the early 20th century—times not unlike our own—& explore enduring works of the great music it produced. Programs will include works by Debussy, Ravel, Webern, Schoenberg, Sibelius, & Nielsen. 2p. $17.50–$56

$17.50 – $65

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock the Musical

Woodland Opera House 340 2nd Street, Woodland

WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Based on the hit 2003 movie starring Jack Black, School of Rock the Musical follows Dewey Finn, a failed, wannabe rock star who earns extra cash by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious school. Advisory: School of Rock the Musical touches upon some adult themes, such as parental pressure, dissatisfaction with one’s career, and challenging societal norms. Fri & Sat. 7:30p—9:30p; Sun. 2p—4p. $9—30

$9 – $30

YPT-Disney’s High School Musical II, JR (2023)

Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.

DMTC. This buoyant sequel follows our East High favorites as they face the realities of the adult world. A coming of age story, full of friendships & wild summer romances that redefine the meaning of success. Sat & Sun 2p. Fri 7p. $10–$18

$10 – $18

Tours of the City of Davis Wetlands

City of Davis Wastewater Treatment Plant: 45400 County Rd 28H, Woodland, CA 95776.

CITY OF DAVIS WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT. First Sundays. In-person tours run rain or shine, except in the instances of flooding. Reservation required. Sept–Feb: 3p–5p. March–Aug 9a–11p. Free

Free

Miniature Paint Night

Davis Cards & Games 1790 East 8th Street, Davis

DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5

$5

Mid-Winter Cabaret

The Grand Prince Odeum 201 Main St, Winters

THE GRAND PRINCE ODEUM, Winters. Immerse yourself in a night of diverse talent where the spotlight shines on some of the finest performers our region offers, directed by Billy Larkin. Enjoy hot cider & treats, plus support the Yolo Food Bank by bringing a shelf-stable food item. 5p—7p. $20

$20