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There are several other great resources for finding arts and culture events, exhibits, performances, and other creative activities in the Davis area:

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The Artery’s Annual August Studio Sale

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

THE ARTERY. Collect treasures from the artists! Discover paintings, photographs, jewelry, etc. New inventory added throughout the month.

Free
Ongoing
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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

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

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

Open Mic and Karaoke at G Street Wunderbar

G Street Wunderbar 228 G St., Davis

Open mic and karaoke at G Street Wunderbar. Comedy, hip-hop, live bands, spoken word, and much more. Guitar, bass, and drums provided by the establishment. Sign-ups start at 9p, the event goes until 1a. Free, 21+. Drink specials.

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

Metalworking and jewelry making class with Giana Galati

Yolo Arts 508 Gibson Rd, Woodland

YOLO ARTS. Learn metalwork techniques such as how to file, saw, hammer, drill sheet metal, & form different gauges of wire. Walk away with handmade pendants, rings, cuff bracelets, ect. 2p-4p. $180

$180

Super Cool Chemistry with the Science Wizard

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

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Melting, Oozing, Smoking, Bubbling, Foaming–AMAZING!! The most incredible chemistry show ever with chemistry magic is guaranteed to amaze everyone. Event not affiliated with the Library. 4p—5p. Free

Summer Concert Series: And Then Came Humans

Sudwerk Brewing Co. 2001 2nd St, Davis

SUDWERK BREWING CO. Looking for a cool activity to shake off the heat this summer? The Sudwerk Summer Concert Series features free performances in the restaurant patio by rotating local artists that are sure to chill you out! 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

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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
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Thursday Live! featuring Skillet Licorice

Odd Fellows Hall (Odd Fellows) 415 2nd St., Davis

ODD FELLOWS HALL. Hot, sweet, and a bit sticky, Skillet Licorice takes the stage at this month’s Thursday Live! Featuring no host beer & wine. Doors: 7:01p. Show: 7:31p. Donations to the band appreciated

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