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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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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

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

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

Friends of the Library Sale

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. The Friends of the Library book sale is the first weekend of each month. On Sunday, fill a bag for $10.

Friends of the Library Sale

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. The Friends of the Library book sale is the first weekend of each month. On Sunday, fill a bag for $10.

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

Folk Music Jam Session @The Arboretum

UC Davis Arboretum

UC DAVIS ARBORETUM/WYATT DECK. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck (located next to the redwood grove in the UC Davis Arboretum). 12p-1p. Free

Senior Film Fridays

DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Watch a film and enjoy popcorn with friends. Check the Senior Center’s website for film titles. 12:30p. Free

Senior Film Fridays

DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Watch a film and enjoy popcorn with friends. Check the Senior Center’s website for film titles. 12:30p. Free

Tales for Tails

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

STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Read to a therapy dog! For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the afternoon of the program, no prior registration. 3p–4:30p.

Free

🐝LIVE at The HIVE w/ Big Sticky Mess🐝

THE HIVE. Come jive and jam with this intergalactic funk-filled trio. Enjoy a seasonal menu, craft beverages and complimentary honey tasting at The HIVE Tasting Room & Kitchen, northern California’s largest honey and mead tasting room. 5p—8p. Sliding scale: $0—20

Free

The Journey Home: A Monthly Women’s Circle

Heartscapes Davis

HEARTSCAPES. This monthly circle is a place for women-identified folks to gather in laughter, song, truth-telling, creativity, support, companionship, good tea, wellness practices & ritual. 7p-8:30p. RSVP required. Free

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The Davis Wave

Secret Spot 117 D Street, Davis

SECRET SPOT. A new monthly dance experience: every first Friday of the month The Wave will facilitate the best dance experience you didn’t know you needed. 75 minutes of dance to your favorite bops. We’ll weave together some juicy stretching, and then set the vibe to groove like we’re at the best house party in Davis. 8p—9:15p. $5—10

$5 – $10