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
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STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Mother Goose on the Loose is an award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a, Free
Free
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AVID READER. Avid After Hours Romance Reader’s Book Club. Read one book or both, join for fun discussion. 8–9:30p. Free
Free
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AVID READER. A monthly no-stress, safe space for romance aficionados, amateurs & everyone in between. New book selections each month. Read one or both. Note: Adult romance novels may contain mature content. RSVP online or in-store. 8p–9:30p. Free
Free
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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
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BAREFOOT YOGA STUDIO. Kirtan, the chanting of sacred mantras, is an easy yet sublime method of meditation. Join for an evening of live acoustic music, mantras and ancient wisdom. Vegan refreshments served. 6:30–8p. Free
Free
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STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Mother Goose on the Loose is an award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a, Free
Free
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PETER J. SHIELDS LIBRARY. Presentation by Harvey Mudd professor & author of the cult favorite, The People of Paper. Room 205. 4:30p–6p. Free
Free
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JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. First & third Thursdays. Each reading contains two featured poets followed by an open mic. 7p. Free
Free
WESTWOOD PARK. Morning stories & songs every 1st & 3rd Thursday, organized by Yolo County Library. For ages 3-6. Weather Permitting. 12p.
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NATSOULAS GALLERY. Featuring poets Maya Khosla and Lisa Dominguez Abraham. Open mic list typically fills by 6:50, so please arrive early if you would like to perform. 7p–9p. Free
Free
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STEVENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Beginning the first Friday of each month, Friends of the Davis Library hosts a three day sale in the Blanchard Room. On Sundays fill a bag for $10. Fri 12p–7p, Sat 10a–5p, & Sun 10a–3p.
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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
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MANETTI SHREM. Lashon Daley discusses her article “Coming of (R)age: Black Girlhood + Media.” 4:30p–6p. Free
Free
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DAVIS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL. Local actors narrate Robinson’s short story “Arthur Sternbach Brings the Curveball to Mars,” followed by a Q&A with the famous science fiction author. Moderated by Dr. Andy Jones. Register in advance. 7:30p–9p. Free
Free
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BRUNELL PERFORMANCE HALL. Local actors will read Robinson’s short story, Arthur Sternbach Brings the Curveball to Mars, followed by a Q&A with Robinson moderated by Dr. Andy Jones. 7:30–9p. Free
Free
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ZOOM. Award-winning critic & author of Negroland, reads from her latest memoir, Constructing a Nervous System. Register online. 4:30p–6p. Free
Free
ZOOM. Webinar exploring connections between the waste we produce & climate change. 7p. Register online. Free
Free
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STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Mother Goose on the Loose is an award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a, Free
Free
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INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Discussing “Queering Mesoamerican Diasporas: Remembering Xicana Indigena Ancestries” by Susy J. Zepeda. 5:30p–7p. Free
Free
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MANETTI SHREM. Scholar discusses his newest book which uncovers the roots of evangelical watchwords like “religious freedom” & “family values.” 4:30p–6:30p.
Free
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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
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STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Mother Goose on the Loose is an award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a, Free
Free
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MANETTI SHREM. UCD undergraduate-run literary magazine celebrates the launch of their eighth issue, Spring 2023: Exit 71. 6p–8p. Free
Free
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MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Book launch and signing event for “Death’s Futurity” by Sampada Aranke. 4:30–6p. Free
free
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SUDWERK BREWING CO. Short, fun astronomy talks with beer & fun prizes. Every 3rd Thursday, 6p–8p.
free
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JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. First & third Thursdays. Each reading contains two featured poets followed by an open mic. 7p. Free
Free
WESTWOOD PARK. Morning stories & songs every 1st & 3rd Thursday, organized by Yolo County Library. For ages 3-6. Weather Permitting. 12p.
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MANETTI SHREM. Book launch & signing event featuring author Sampada Aranke (Ph.D. ’13). Aranke examines the importance of representations of death to Black liberation. 4:30p–6p. Free
Free
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NATSOULAS GALLERY. Poetry Night Reading Series features poets Julia Levine and Susan Cohen. Open mic list typically fills by 6:50p, so arrive early if you want to sign up. 7p–9p. Free
Free
JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Features poetry reading by poet laureate Julia Levine & Susan Cohen. Takes place on the gallery roof, plan to dress in layers. 7p. Free
Free
MONDAVI CTR. Former host & creator of Radiolab discusses how to navigate difficult conversations with our fellow humans. Presents a series of interactive lectures, games & exercises for audience members. 7:30p. $12.50–$65
$12.50 – $65
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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
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AVID READER. Monthly romance book club meet up. Featuring Best of Luck by Kate Clayborn and Mistakes Were Made by Meryl Wilsner. Register in advance. 8–9:30p. Free
Free
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STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Mother Goose on the Loose is an award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a, Free
Free
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ZOOM. Explores sustainable landscaping techniques from optimizing water use to cultivating healthy soils. Link available online. 3p–4p. Free
Free
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MANETTI SHREM. Acclaimed visual artist & filmmaker who draws from his experience as a member of the Ho-Chunk Nation/Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians. 4:30–6p. Free
Free
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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
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VETERAN’S MEMORIAL THEATRE. Discussion with author of “Booth,” “The Jane Austen Book Club” & “We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves.” Tickets available online. 7p–8:30p. $10
$10
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AVID READER. Celebrate Indie Bookstore Day with exclusive books and gifts, and giveaways for anyone who spends at least $10. Coloring activities for kids. 10a–8p.
Free
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AVID READER. Exclusive IBD books, gifts & giveaways for customers spending $10 or more. Featuring author & illustrator of “Who Stole the Bees’ Wings?” 10a–8p.
Free
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STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Mother Goose on the Loose is an award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a, Free
Free
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4 events,
Featured
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Featured
JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. First & third Thursdays. Each reading contains two featured poets followed by an open mic. 7p. Free
Free
Featured
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Featured
NATSOULAS GALLERY. The Poetry Night Reading Series is excited to feature fiction writers Pam Houston and Shayne Langford. Readings located on the roof. 7p—9p. Free
Free
WESTWOOD PARK. Morning stories & songs every 1st & 3rd Thursday, organized by Yolo County Library. For ages 3-6. Weather Permitting. 12p. 
JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Features poetry reading by Pam Houston on the gallery roof. 7p. Free
Free
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2 events,
STEVENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Beginning the first Friday of each month, Friends of the Davis Library hosts a three day sale in the Blanchard Room. On Sundays fill a bag for $10. Fri 12p–7p, Sat 10a–5p, & Sun 10a–3p.
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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
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BIZZARO WORLD. Brand new comic books will be given away with no purchase necessary during this annual event celebrating the American comic art form and industry. 11a–9p. Free |
