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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
THRU DEC 1. UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEAM (CRUESS HALL, ROOM 124). Exhibit features exquisite African ceremonial textiles, Miao costumes from southwest China, & various Japanese kimonos displayed alongside contemporary textile work. these aesthetically unique objects convey a cultural crossroads in the world of design. 12p–4p. Free
THRU DEC 2. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. An exhibition featuring 365 ceramic rabbits, each one uniquely capturing a different reflection of the human experience. Aguirre, a celebrated ceramic artist known for depicting the human condition, is donating proceeds from the collection to the UCLA Brain Cancer Research Center in honor of her daughter, Kailei. Free
THRU DEC 2. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. info tbd. Free
PENCE GALLERY. This collection of drawings delves into the intricate relationship between clothing, identity, and the stories they carry. 11:30a—5p. Free
THRU DEC 1. PENCE GALLERY. Four artists from Siskiyou County–Belinda Hanson, Chris Clother, Cathy Valentine, & Carol Jenkins–work in distinctly different media, addressing the changes they’ve encountered over the past three years. Through installations, mixed media, paintings, & assemblage, they address their relationship with nature, light, & the vagaries of life as they know it. Free
THRU NOV 30. GALLERY 1855. Featuring paintings by artist Michael Rowden. These dreamy works represent the duality of hope & pain, a reflection of the struggles Rowden himself has experienced. 8a–3p. Free
THRU NOV 30. INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Stan Padilla, a Yaqui/Chicano multi-media artist, Indigenous Educator, & cultural activist, showcases his renowned work. Free
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5
MANETTI SHREM. A filmmaker, visual artist, writer & innovator of the essay
documentary, Steyerl’s work interrogates the fields of art, philosophy & politics. 4:30p–6p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free
PENCE GALLERY. In this two-day workshop with artist Kristine Bybee, learn to paint a still life with vitality and expression using acrylics. Complete a still life painting in only one session with three basic hues. In the second session, extend your knowledge of the color palette for more depth and color contrast. 12p—4p. $200 Members, $225 Non-Members
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Join Dixon Florist to make winter wreaths with mixed evergreens, sip a glass of wine and make new friends. Register in advance. 10a—12p. $75
PENCE GALLERY. Explore art and creativity at these monthly family art workshops for children aged 5-12. 1p—3p. $4-$8.
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5
THRU JAN 6. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Join for the opening reception on Dec 8th. 5p–7p.
THRU FEB 2. PENCE GALLERY. Joseph Bellacera has created several series of work that reflect his interest in changing light into matter, & matter into light. Free
THRU DEC 30. PENCE GALLERY. Van Summern’s work exhibits expert techniques of traditional fine arts. Inspired by historical realist painters, she captures portraits & figurative subjects with equal adeptness. Reception 12/08 6p–9p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free
LOGOS BOOKS. Linda Nunes is an award-winning, interdisciplinary artist with a Studio Art degree from California State University, Sacramento. She is a workshop leader, curator and sometimes juror who now lives in the Sacramento area. Meet Linda and view her work. 5p—8p. Free
JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Opening reception features live music & free refreshments. 5p–7p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Enjoy a holiday music concert by students ages 5—18 in Agnes Perroud’s violin class from 5:30—6:30 in the courtyard, then head inside to browse our new art exhibits and shop the Holiday Music. Don’t forget the wine tasting by Twisted Cedar Wines and chai cocoa samples by loveBB. 5:30p—9p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Bellacera has created several series of work that reflect his interest in changing light into matter, & matter into light. 6p–9p. Free
DAVIS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. A Victorian village of carolers will welcome you with bells on, singing songs of joy, heart, celebration, and belonging. Fri & Sat, 7:30p—8:30p; Sun, 4p—5p. Suggestion donation: $10—25
PENCE GALLERY. In this two-day workshop with artist Kristine Bybee, learn to paint a still life with vitality and expression using acrylics. Complete a still life painting in only one session with three basic hues. In the second session, extend your knowledge of the color palette for more depth and color contrast. 12p—4p. $200 Members, $225 Non-Members
DAVIS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. A Victorian village of carolers will welcome you with bells on, singing songs of joy, heart, celebration, and belonging. Fri & Sat, 7:30p—8:30p; Sun, 4p—5p. Suggestion donation: $10—25
DUKE DR. & M ST., Davis. The friendly residents of the Davis Manor neighborhood invite you to enjoy artisanal shopping and neighborly holiday cheer at the 8th Annual Davis Manor Winter Bazaar. Twenty talented neighborhood artisans will showcase a variety of hand-crafted artwork, farm goods, with specialties including jewelry, ceramics, metal sculpture, soaps, and fabulous hot Indian delicacies! 11a—2p.
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5
DAVIS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. A Victorian village of carolers will welcome you with bells on, singing songs of joy, heart, celebration, and belonging. Fri & Sat, 7:30p—8:30p; Sun, 4p—5p. Suggestion donation: $10—25
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Join instructor P.J. Thompson to see what Photoshop and Topaz AI can do to enhance sharpness, reduce noise, and quickly fix photos for commercial and non-journalistic purposes. 7:10p—8:45p. Free
ZOOM. Please join us for a virtual open house to learn more about the UC Davis Graduate Program in Design. Zoom code is: 95310080109. 12p–1p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Drop-in, self-guided sessions with a nude model every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. Limited to 10 participants. Register online. 6:30p–9p. $22
STRELITZIA FLOWER CO. At this festive & creative Holiday Centerpieces event learn to craft stunning table decorations. 6p–8p. $90
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Joseph Bellacera will give an illustrated talk on his current work on display in his exhibit at the Pence. Bellacera’s merging of scientific theories on the nature of light with art making have endowed his sculpture, paintings, and prints with a visual vocabulary that weaves light, color, and form into a unified whole. 3p—4p. Free
THE BARN GALLERY. A collection of works by Bay Area artists joined together by accountability, motivation, & validation. 5:30p. Free
CENTRAL PARK. Performing two free sets of Swing, Big Band, and Latin jazz standards at the Davis Craft & Vintage Fair. BYO dancing shoes. 11a—1p. Free
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5
PENCE GALLERY. Drop-in, self-guided sessions with a nude model every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. Limited to 10 participants. Register online. 6:30p–9p. $22
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5
ONLINE. UC Davis Department of Design & the Royal College of Art, London, are calling for papers for WEARABLES COLLECTIVE, a two-day symposium focused on e-textiles, smart clothing & other forms of wearable technology applications for health & wellbeing. Paper & exhibition proposals are due Jan 1 & Jan 15. All day. Free
GALLERY 1855. The gallery is located on the grounds of The Davis Cemetery at 820 Pole Line Road. 8a–3p. Free
JAN 5 – JAN 29. THE ARTERY. The Artery is one of the oldest cooperate art organizations in California & they are proud to share their exciting new show including 9 previous members & 29 current members. Woodwork, ceramics, paintings, photography, fiber art, gourds, jewelry – highlighting the breadth of creativity offered by The Artery. Free
PENCE GALLERY. The watercolor paintings of Misuk Goltz convey a world seen through both her travels and daily life that is full of emotional resonance. The World We Live In largely centers on her vignettes from these travels, alongside rural scenes from our region. In her detailed naturalism, she reveals the shared humanity of her subjects she’s sketched. Free
DAVIS VETERANS MEMORIAL CENTER. Acme Theatre Company produces “the k of d: an urban legend,” a tale of revenge and grief with a side of dark comedy. Written by Laura Schellhardt and directed by Jennifer Grace, the production weaves myth and reality, following a pack of teenagers trying to make sense of a local boy’s death. This production includes explicit language and descriptions of violence and death. 7p—9p. $10—15
DAVIS VETERANS MEMORIAL CENTER. Acme Theatre Company produces “the k of d: an urban legend,” a tale of revenge and grief with a side of dark comedy. Written by Laura Schellhardt and directed by Jennifer Grace, the production weaves myth and reality, following a pack of teenagers trying to make sense of a local boy’s death. This production includes explicit language and descriptions of violence and death. 7p—9p. $10—15