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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 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.
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
THRU JAN 6. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Join for the opening reception on Dec 8th. 5p–7p.
THRU DEC 30. PENCE GALLERY. Van Summern’s work exhibits expert techniques of traditional fine arts. Inspired by historical realist painters, she captures portraits & figurative subjects with equal adeptness. Reception 12/08 6p–9p. Free
THRU FEB 2. PENCE GALLERY. Joseph Bellacera has created several series of work that reflect his interest in changing light into matter, & matter into light. Free
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
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.
PARKSIDE BAR. Every Saturday, come to Parkside for a different themed party. Featuring Sacramento’s best DJs playing Top 40 Hits & bar anthems. 10p–1:30a. $?
WATERMELON MUSIC. Featuring acclaimed composer & lifelong hornist Randall E. Faust & hornist/educator Pete Nowlen. An ensemble reading session of spirited holiday horn arrangements, followed at noon by free private horn lessons for interested hornists. Please RSVP. 9a. Free
VILLAGE HOMES. Learn ballet basics with instructors from Applegate Dance! Perfect for adults & teens new to ballet. 10a–11a. $15
VILLAGE HOMES. A slower-paced fitness class to gently strengthen, align & mobilize your body. All levels welcome! Bare feet or non slip socks are recommended. 11a. $15
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Come practice with a reading buddy! UCD students Lela & Vanessa are available Mon & Sat afternoons to help improve reading skills. Ages 5-12. Free
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly group where parents & kids can play other families for fun D&D one-shots & mini-campaigns. One ticket covers a parent & child. 3p–6p. $20
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Do you have what it takes to complete a 500-peice puzzle in three hours or less? 6p—9p. $15