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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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Nature in Focus, A Photographic Showcase

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

THE ARTERY. Garry invites you to experience the diversity of our extraordinary world as seen through his camera lens. His work offers an escape from today’s hectic lifestyle as he captures the vibrant beauty surrounding us. Free

Free
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A New Spin on Vinyl

The Barn Gallery 512 Gibson Road, Woodland

THE BARN GALLERY. This exciting exhibition boasts elements of modernism, nostalgia, and reuse of a unique material. Co-curated by Dwight Head, Barbetta Lockart, and Cynthia Lou, select regional artists have created artworks incorporating vinyl records. Weds. & Thurs. 2:30p—5p; Sat. 12:30p—3p. Free

Jaya King: chromavista

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Exhibit by visual artist and muralist. Come see King’s art in beautiful brilliant colors. 11:30a-5p. Free, suggested donation $10

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Exhibit It! A Community Art Exhibit

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Get ready for a vibrant annual non-juried art exhibit! Dive into a colorful showcase of pieces from 50 talented local artists.. 11:30a-5p. Free

Free

Exhibit It! A Community Art Exhibit

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Get ready for a vibrant annual non-juried art exhibit! Dive into a colorful showcase of pieces from 50 talented local artists.. 11:30a-5p. Free

Free

Jaya King: chromavista

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Exhibit by visual artist and muralist. Come see King’s art in beautiful brilliant colors. 11:30a-5p. Free, suggested donation $10

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Sit, Stitch & Create

Yolo Branch Library

YOLO BRANCH LIBRARY. Do you enjoy crafting, sewing, quilting, knitting, crochet or art forms? Bring a project to work on and come create with us. 1p—3p. Free

Free

DAWN Networking Party

Stonegate Country Club 919 Lake Blvd, Davis

STONEGATE COUNTRY CLUB. Come make new friends, and business connections, and learn about volunteer opportunities and other ways to get involved. Join us for a fabulous and fun evening of building connections.  We’re serving mocktails and a spread of yummy treats. 6p—8p. $10—20

Free – $20
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Monthly Art Showcase featuring Evan Thomas Lilley

Sudwerk Brewing Co. 2001 2nd St, Davis

SUDWERK BREWING CO. Evan Thomas Lilley is a caricature artist based in Davis CA. His main focus is in classical oil painting but has also worked with watercolor, ink and digital illustration. Enjoy a conversation with Lilley about his work. Work will be available for purchase. 6p—9p.

Free

No Brain Drain Trivia

1224 Lemen Ave 1224 Lemen Ave, Woodland

SUPER OWL BREWING. “No Brain Drain” Trivia, hosted by Preacher. Trivia + Comedy + Game Show. 6:30–7:30p. Free

No Brain Drain Trivia

1260 Lake Blvd, Ste 121, Davis, CA 95616 1260 Lake Blvd, Ste 121, davis

SUPER OWL BREWING. Hosted by Preacher. Trivia + Comedy + Game Show. 6:30–7:30p. Free

Davis Women’s ADHD Support Group

Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library. small conference room 315 14th st, Davis

The goal of this group is to help women with diagnosed or suspected ADHD to support one another. After group agreements are read, we will have a 30 – 60 minutes ADHD educational component. The remaining time will be for general discussion, sharing resources, and...

Free
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Celebration of Mandela Day 2024

International House (I-House) 10 College Pk.

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Mandela Day is an annual global celebration that takes place on 18 July to honor the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela. Expect TED-style talks by UC Davis Mandela Washington Fellows visiting from Sub-Saharan Africa and a conversation about the legacy of Nelson Mandela with Dr. Shingirai L. Taodzera of UC Davis and Duduzile “Dee” Zondo-Goins, who was a student-leader in the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa in the 1970s. 7p—8:30p. Free

Free
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Poetry Night Reading Series

John Natsoulas Center for the Arts 521 1st St., Davis

JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. First & third Thursdays. Each reading contains two featured poets followed by an open mic. 7p. Free

Free
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Poetry Night Reading Series

John Natsoulas Center for the Arts 521 1st St., Davis

JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. First & third Thursdays. Each reading contains two featured poets followed by an open mic. 7p. Free

Free