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
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
YOLO COUNTY. Restaurants throughout Yolo will feature special vegan menu items. Diners have the opportunity to visit restaurants and vote. Visit veganchefchallenge.org/yolo for details.
THE ARTERY. Under Willett Elementary School teacher’s Judy Catambay’s guidance, students discover their artistic voices as they turn clay into art. The lessons in clay spark their curiosity and deepen their understanding of the world. Their work—and Catambays—is on display.
THE ARTERY. Judy Catambay, artist and art instructor for Davis schools, showcases student ceramic work. She also includes some of her latest sculptures as part of the exhibit. Under Catambay’s guidance, students at Willett Elementary School discover their artistic voices as they turn clay into art.
UC DAVIS. A celebration of the community that UC Davis has built, showcasing and celebrating the richness of campus life.
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. Women artists have long used humor and satire to critique the unequal treatment of women, in areas from reproductive rights to their depiction in the media. Women’s Work is a sampling of contemporary sculpture and paintings by thirteen artists who redefine gender and femininity through their art. 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. $?
ARMADILLO MUSIC. We are excited to participate in Record Store Day. Come by and pick up rare and limited releases, in store only! Find out more info about the day on our website. 9a—12p.
VILLAGE HOMES. Learn ballet basics with instructors from Applegate Dance! Perfect for adults & teens new to ballet. 10a–11a. $15
CENTRAL PARK. Support local small businesses! Featuring more than 40 booths with local artisans and vintage collectors, food trucks and live music. 10a—4p.
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
CRUESS HALL. Fashion created and executed by Department of Design undergraduate students in the Signature Collections course. The theme, ”Revival,” explores an improvement, an instance of becoming relevant again, a reawakening, or a restoration of physical and mental vigor to life or sporting success.11a—12p. $12
GRINDSTONE WINE. 4/20 Brunch in a box Food Truck, 4/21 Club Pick up with Buenos Aires Grill + Incorrigable the Duo. 11a—4p.
BLUE NOTE BREWERY. Come and have some fun while you learn about mountain gorilla conservation. Enjoy something delicious from the menu and help to support the conservation of mountain gorillas. 10% of food orders will be donated to our project. 12p—3p.
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