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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
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
THE ARTERY. March is fiber month with a vibrant display of creativity. This show displays an amazing artistic range—abstract, realism, florals, landscapes, quilting, embroidery, silk painting. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Fragments highlights recent paintings, collages, and drawings of Gina Werfel and Hearne Pardee. Both have recently retired from teaching at UC Davis, having spent more than 20 years teaching art, in addition to maintaining busy studio practices. Despite the differences between their respective work, they each approach their practice with the intent of layering or fragmenting multiple points of view or perspectives. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Erica Norelius’ new series of work offers an in-depth dive into the natural spaces of the Golden State, reaching from the coastal cities and desert areas, north towards Oregon. The quiet presence of man is often seen in small intrusions such as power lines and roads. 11:30a—5p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. A diverse sampling of ceramics, textiles, photography, painting, sculpture, and more will be on display at the Pence Gallery from March 8 – April 3. Free
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. $?
VILLAGE HOMES. Learn ballet basics with instructors from Applegate Dance! Perfect for adults & teens new to ballet. 10a–11a. $15
VILLAGE HOMES. Gently strengthen, align, & mobilize your body. All levels welcome! Sun 11a & Mon 10:15a. $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
PUNCH BOWL SOCIAL. Partygoers can embark on a treasure hunt, scouring the venue for hidden Pots O’ Gold and winning prizes that include gift cards to use on their next visit. 11a—11p.
VILLAGE HOMES. Ecstatic Dance is an intentional, playful, joyful, free-form, all-ages, substance-free, daytime dance party. 11:30a—1:30p. Free
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 MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Mary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures, but Jane and Michael aren’t the only ones upon whom she has a profound effect. Even grown-ups can learn a lesson or two from the nanny who advises that “Anything Can Happen If You Let It Happen.” Saturdays at 2p, Friday at 7p. $8
PENCE GALLERY. Join artists Gina Werfel and Hearne Pardee at the Pence as they discuss their process and inspiration behind their respective recent work in their exhibit Fragments. 3p—4:30p. Free
1590 RALEY CT, West Sacramento. We will show and demonstrating all the steps how it works and then we will guide you to make your own artwork. You’ll bring your art work home on that day. No art skills needed or no age limits. 4p—8p. Free
AVID READER. Join us in celebrating local authors! Meet Dick Holdstock, Elvia Rubald, Michelle Bailey, Larry Greer, and more! 6p—7:30p. Free
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Come celebrate and experience an ancient Persian tradition marking the Spring Equinox featuring performances by Nariman Percussion Ensemble and guests. We’ll have some Persian sweets and stunning artwork crafted by local artists. 6p—9p. $30
BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. Cady Heron may have grown up on the African Savannah, but nothing could have prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her new home: suburban Illinois. How will the naive newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? Presented by Davis High Theatre. Fridays & Saturdays 7p—9p, Sundays 2p—4p. $10—15
EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF ST. MARTIN. This concert continues the season’s exploration of pieces by illustrious German composer Johannes Brahms, as well as incorporating pieces by Ellen Zwilich and Sergei Rachmaninoff. 7:30—9:30p. $30 gen, Free for students
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. It is a story that captures the essential human longings for love, community, success, freedom, family, and meaning. Fiddler features such iconic songs as the beautiful “Sunrise, Sunset,” the boisterous “If I Were a Rich Man”, and the classic “Matchmaker, Matchmaker.” Recommended for audiences of all ages. 7:30p—10p. $20