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. Devised and curated by graduate student Maral Salehian, this multi-screen installation showcases nature videos centered around landscape themes. This sensory-rich immersive experience aims to promote well-being and inspire a deeper connection to nature. Free
THE ARTERY. This vibrant exhibit features the wood creations of Tom Babb and Jay Schreider. Rebecca Le-Babb displays her dried flower. Linda Bird’s glass artistry is also part of this exhibit.
UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. Devised and curated by graduate student Maral Salehian, the multi-screen installation showcases AI-generated nature videos. Centered around landscape themes, this sensory-rich immersive experience aims to promote well-being and inspire a deeper connection to nature. 12p—4p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Paul Hermann: Within the Chrysalis installation. Explorations of the human identity & its complexity. 11:30a—5p. Free
Alejandro Rubio’s The Green Man & Other Tales installation. Inspiration from growing up in South America. 11:30a—5p. Free
The Artery presents, Katleen Bartl as the spotlight artist this month. As a ceramic artist, her whimsical menagerie sculpture is begging to tell you a story only they know.
DAY TRIP. Join us for our popular annual trip to Duarte Poinsettias, where you can buy gorgeous flowers to add a festive cheer to your space. And back by popular demand, we will again visit Sciabica’s Olive Oil where we will enjoy a guided tasting and free time to shop for gift packs or individually packaged olive oil, vinegar, nuts, and other products. 8a—5:15p. $98
BOHART MUSEUM OF ENTOMOLOGY. Check out some fascinatingly beautiful creepy crawlies until August 27th. The museum graciously opens up to the public for walk-ins the summer on Tuesdays. 9a-12p, 1p-4:30p. Free
DAVIS SHAMBHALA CENTER. By training in meditation, we learn to remember our natural confidence and relax to the freshness of the present moment, no matter what that moment may bring. This intimate retreat provides instruction for sitting and walking meditation as a means to develop mindfulness in daily life. 9a—5p. $0—200
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Tai Chi classes available through Tina’s Fitness! There are multiple levels to practice this ancient Chinese martial art. 10a—11a.
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Tai Chi classes available at many different skill levels. Take part in this exercise that will leave you feeling relaxed & aligned. 10a—11p.
PHYSICAL EDGE, DAVIS. Part nutitional education, part sugar detox, part support group—a powerful combination! Transform your health and recieve a helpful cookbook. 10:30a—12p. $249
JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. This exhibit is geared towards nurturing dialogue on contemporary painting and the shared ideas that define current trends in the field. The exhibition is co-curated by John Natsoulas and John Seed. Open October 2 to November 2. 11a—5p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. A treasure trove of hand-crafted items created by regional artists and artisans, perfect for holiday gift giving. Visitors can enjoy shopping from cozy knit scarves, unique bags, jewelry, ceramics, paintings, and more. There are over 50 artists participating this year, and our gallery will be overflowing with fun items that will make for great gifts, which can be wrapped in a free gift bag upon request. Pence Members receive 10% off of Holiday Market purchases! 11:30a—5p.
PENCE GALLERY. The Pence’s Holiday Market is a treasure trove of hand-crafted items created by regional artists and artisans, perfect for holiday gift giving. Visitors can enjoy shopping from cozy knit scarves, unique bags, jewelry, ceramics, paintings, and more. Pence Members receive 10% off of Holiday Market purchases!
PENCE GALLERY. Through communication, creativity, collaboration, & comfort participants will focus on topics regarding depression, anxiety, or major life changes. 2p—3:30. $5–$10
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Join on Tuesdays & bring a project to work on while visiting with your neighbors. 5:30p–7p. Free
ROOT OF HAPPINESS. Jim Frink is a drummer and educator based in Davis. The jazz trio plays improvisational music ranging from standards, to modern jazz, to balkan folk and beyond. 7:30p—10:30p. Free