Joseph Bellacera: The Matter of Light
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisTHRU 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
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Judi Eppele Exhibition
Gallery 1855 820 Pole Line Rd, DavisTHRU 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, DavisUCD 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
“Complementary” Mixed Media & Jewelry
The Artery 207 G Street, DavisTHE ARTERY. Complementary, Mixed Media and Jewelry by Schorré Chevalier Oldham’s shows yearlong experiment with color. The focus of the show is Project 365, where she created a work of art on a 4×4-inch piece of paper every day of 2023. Plus other pieces & jewelry inspired by her immersion in color. Free
Free
Ongoing
Misuk Goltz: The World We Live In
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisPENCE 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., DavisPENCE 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
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Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions
Wyatt Deck UC Davis ArboretumWYATT 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
Incorporating More Vegetables
Davis Food Co-op Teaching Kitchen 537 G Street, DavisDAVIS FOOD CO-OP. For anyone looking to get more veggies into their weekly routine! 5:30p–7p. $36–$40
$36 – $40
LOL Winter Stand-up Comedy Show Friday February 2nd
Stonegate Country Club 919 Lake Blvd, DavisSTONEGATE COUNTRY CLUB. A social happy hour followed by a great night of high level stand-up comedy, professionally hosted by Eric Somers & featuring Chelsea Bearce, a national touring comic & Bay Area favorite. Open to 18+, mature content. Appetizers, non-alcoholic drinks & stations for your own beverages of choice on site. 6p–9p. $25
$25
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Jazz Beat Poetry Night & Open Mic
John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, DavisJOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. A night of Jazz & Beat poetry! Poets welcome to read! With live music by John Natsoulas & Ted Fontaine. 7p–8p. Free
Free
Lunar New Year Concert
International House (I-House) 10 College Pk.INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Davis Chinese Orchestra and guest artist Ms. Wu Yenying on Dulcimer will bring the beauty of Chinese traditional music and culture to life. The Davis Chinese Orchestra is a UC Davis student-run traditional Chinese music performance group. Their mission is to preserve and promote the rich heritage of Chinese music and culture, and to bring this timeless art form to a wider audience. 7:30p—9p. $10—20
$20
Jon Raskin & Chris Corsano Perform Live
Delta of Venus 122 B Street, DavisDELTA OF VENUS. Chris Corsano is a New York-based drummer who has been active at the intersections of collective improvisation, free jazz, avant-rock, and experimental music since the late 1990’s. Jon Raskin is best known as a member of the Rova Saxophone Quartet, one of the longest-standing groups in the music movement that has its roots in post-bop, free jazz, avant-rock, and 20th century new music. 7:30p—9:30p. $10—20
$10 – $20
Davis Rave Co. Presents: JAZZ SHOW
RockBand University 720 Olive Drive Suite H, DavisROCKBAND UNIVERSITY. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the ultimate Jazz funk fusion at our upcoming show! Get ready for a night of electrifying performances by four incredibly talented artists: Coties, Mind Goblin, Cowboys After Dark, and Lab Rats. 8p—12a. $10
$10