Connecting the arts, fostering collaboration and building community.
 
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
 

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Joseph Bellacera: The Matter of Light

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

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

Free

The Artery’s 50th Anniversary Show

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

JAN 5 – JAN 29. THE ARTERY. The Artery is one of the oldest cooperate art organizations in California & they are proud to share their exciting new show including 9 previous members & 29 current members. Woodwork, ceramics, paintings, photography, fiber art, gourds, jewelry – highlighting the breadth of creativity offered by The Artery. Free

Free

UFC Newcomers First Friday Coffee

The Cannery, 2000 Cannery Loop, Davis

THE CANNERY. Please bring your favorite beverage. This is a great opportunity to meet new members & renew acquaintances with those you’ve already met. 10a–11:30p. Free

Free

Misuk Goltz: The World We Live In

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. The watercolor paintings of Misuk Goltz convey a world seen through both her travels and daily life that is full of emotional resonance. The World We Live In largely centers on her vignettes from these travels, alongside rural scenes from our region. In her detailed naturalism, she reveals the shared humanity of her subjects she’s sketched. Free

Free
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Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions

Wyatt Deck UC Davis Arboretum

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

Blue Note Brewing: Amanda Gray Live

Blue Note Brewery 750 Dead Cat Alley, Woodland

BLUE NOTE BREWERY. Gray writes bluegrass inspired country with hints of Americana influence with a voice that has been compared to the power of Wynona Judd & the passion of Miranda Lambert. 5p–9p. Free

Free

Author Talk: Mason Deaver

The Avid Reader 617 2nd St.

AVID READER.  Author Mason Deavers celebrate the release of their new book: Okay, Cupid. 5:30p—7:30p. Free

Free

“the k of d: an urban legend” shows

Davis Veterans Memorial Center 203 East 14th Street, Davis

DAVIS VETERANS MEMORIAL CENTER. Acme Theatre Company produces “the k of d: an urban legend,” a tale of revenge and grief with a side of dark comedy. Written by Laura Schellhardt and directed by Jennifer Grace, the production weaves myth and reality, following a pack of teenagers trying to make sense of a local boy’s death. This production includes explicit language and descriptions of violence and death. 7p—9p. $10—15

$10 – $15

Seussical the Musical

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

DMTC. A contemporary reimagining of Dr. Seuss, which weaves together many of his most famous stories & characters in unexpected ways. For all ages. Fri & Sat 7:30p. Sun 2p. $10–$18

$10 – $18