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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
 

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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

Judi Eppele Exhibition

Gallery 1855 820 Pole Line Rd, Davis

THRU FEB 29. GALLERY 1855. Eppele works with acrylic paint, incorporating nature themes throughout her works as a nod to her Environmental Science and Management degree from UCD. Free

Free

STILL: Racism in America, A Retrospective in Cartoons

Design Museum, UC Davis Room 124, Cruess Hall University of California, Davis

UCD DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition explores racism through cartoons, showcasing the work of pioneering father/daughter cartoonists the late Brumsic Brandon, Jr. & Barbara Brandon-Croft who chronicled the nation’s cultural landscape in their comic strips through the lens of racism. 12p–4p. Free

Free
Ongoing

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

Christina Kent: Day to Night

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Join Christina Kent as she talks about her career transition from economist to artist, including her focus on painting San Francisco cityscapes and figurative subjects.  6p—9p. Free, $10 donation suggested

Free

Quick Painting Workshop with Chris Leib

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Under the guidance of artist Chris Leib, students will learn basic quick painting techniques in oil paint, brush handling, and the ability to edit and improve their work. Participants will be guided through the daunting task of completing a painting and turning it into a loved exercise in creative practice. 10a—3p. $195—220

$195 – $220

Jewelry Making & Pyrography Demonstration

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

THE ARTERY. Demonstration of sea glass jewelry making by Kathleen Samson and pyrography on gourd by Louise Bezark. 11:30a—3p. Free

Free

Dino-Light: Lightwire Theater

Jackson Hall, Mondavi Center

MONDAVI CTR. An original story that captivates audiences young & old, Dino-Light  features a scientist that brings a friendly dinosaur to life. Ages 7 & up. 2p. $12.50–$49

$12.50 – $49

UCD Women’s Gymnastics

University Credit Union Center 750 Orchard Road, Davis

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CTR. Aggies vs. Sacramento State. 2p. Free

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CTR. Aggies vs. Gustavus Adolphus. 2p. Free

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CTR. Aggies vs. SJSU. 2p. Free

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CTR. Aggies vs. Illinois State & Alaska Anchorage. 7p. Free

Free

Sunday Funday

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

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Drop-in family enrichment programs every Sunday! 2p–5p. Free

Free

Seussical the Musical

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

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. A contemporary re-imagining of Dr. Seuss, which weaves together many of his most famous stories and characters in unexpected ways. Recommended for all ages. 2p—5p. $20

$20
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Winter Season Celebration

MANETTI SHREM

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Celebration of Ahmadi’s new exhibition & conversation between Ahmadi, Professor Emeritus Malaquias Montoya & Marcos Ramírez ERRE, moderated by Abram Jackson, director of interpretation for the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. 3p–5:30p. 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