DELTA OF VENUS. Come see the wonderful whimsical Fabric of Davis quilts by Pauline Jackson on display throughout the month of February. Pauline’s quilts take you on a tour of iconic Davis spots through her gift of painting with cloth. Free
Free
28 events found.
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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CENTRAL PARK. Shop from friendly vendors with local handmade and original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food, and more. Free live music fills the open space for a lively atmosphere so be sure to stop by and join us! 10a—4p. Free
Free
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NASHOBA WINES. The Davis Bookworms is a brand new “silent” book club, in which everyone brings a book of their own choosing, reads for an hour, and then socializes for an hour. We meet every two weeks on Sunday at Nashoba Wines. 1:30p—4p. Free
Free
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MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Celebrate the launch of our winter exhibitions, “Sahar Khoury: Weights & Measures” and “Backstory: Digitizing the Museum Collection.” Stroll through the new shows, savor hot beverages, and connect with the community as we usher in a new season of art and discovery. 2p—5p. Free
Free
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DAVIS VETERANS MEMORIAL THEATRE. Kick off Black History Month with a family friendly afternoon of theatre, live music, slam poetry, and dance. The Sankofa Experience is a progressive continuum of effort focused on combating hate and anti-Blackness by utilizing the arts to educate, entertain, and elevate. 2p—4p. Free
Free
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5 events,
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DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Join the conversation! We gather monthly to increase awareness of death with a view toward helping people make the most of life. The gathering is a simple time of conversation – no agenda, just a relaxed place to speak about death. 10a—11:15a. Free
Free
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FIRESIDE ROOM. We gather monthly to increase awareness of death with a view toward helping people make the most of life. The gathering is a simple time of conversation – no agenda, just a relaxed place to speak about death. Free of charge. No registration required. We DO provide tea and cake! Bring your own mug. 10a—11:15a. Free
Free
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DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH, FIRESIDE ROOM. We gather monthly to increase awareness of death with a view toward helping people make the most of life. The gathering is a simple time of conversation—no agenda, just a relaxed place to speak about death. We DO provide tea and cake! Bring your own mug. 10a—11:15a. Free
Free
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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5 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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WATERMELON MUSIC. All ages and experience levels welcome! This guitar circle is every Tuesday and is free, but we do suggest making a donation to help support The Friends of Watermelon Music and their mission to enrich lives of the community through music. 5p—7p. Free
Free
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DUNLOE BREWING. Every Tuesday, local creative people of all levels are invited to participate in the Drawing Club. Grab a cold drink and surround yourself with other people who want to draw. You can bring your own materials, or work from the variety of materials that we provide from the free art supply pantry. 5p—10p. Free
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STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Join on Tuesdays & bring a project to work on while visiting with your neighbors. 5:30p–7p. Free
Free
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4 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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DIXON LIBRARY. After school, come and decorate free Valentine’s Day cookies with your favorite toppings to make them even tastier! This event is geared towards tweens & teens ages 10 to 18. 3:30p—4:30p. Free
Free
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INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. Please join Imagining America and the Davis community to celebrate and begin our journey organizing the 2026 IA National Gathering in Davis, CA! This welcome event is an opportunity to create community around our collective work on public scholarship and artmaking, regional cultural organizing, and institutional change in higher education. 4p—6p. Free
Free
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2 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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3 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Davis Makerspace is a community workspace for makers and builders, designers and inventors. A small assortment of tools will be available for use and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. Mon. & Tues., 6p—8p; Thurs., 9:30a—11:30a, Fri. 3p—5p. Free
Free
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3 events,
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MACE RANCH PARK. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate—it’s up to you! 8a—9:30a. Free
Free
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UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF DAVIS. This event will benefit Make It Happen for Yolo County, which provides under-resourced transition age youth with furniture, household goods, and essential items needed to establish a first home. Local artist Joanne Andresen will lead guests in creating a painting as they enjoy beverages, light fare, and door prizes. 2p—5:30p. $75
$75
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3 events,
SOLANO COUNTY. Our goal is to help reduce the number of drunk drivers on the road. If you decide to go out and celebrate, we will pay for your cab ride home to ensure that you make it home safely. If you have been drinking – take an Uber, Lyft, or cab, and you’ll get a reimbursement from us! 5p—10a. Free
Free
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CANNERY FARMHOUSE. Meet with the same group of amazing mamas, and explore motherhood in a fun, uplifting and refreshing way. Embrace your creative side and also learn to basket weave in this monthly series, February through May. 12p—2p. $38
$38
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3 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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5 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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WATERMELON MUSIC. All ages and experience levels welcome! This guitar circle is every Tuesday and is free, but we do suggest making a donation to help support The Friends of Watermelon Music and their mission to enrich lives of the community through music. 5p—7p. Free
Free
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DUNLOE BREWING. Every Tuesday, local creative people of all levels are invited to participate in the Drawing Club. Grab a cold drink and surround yourself with other people who want to draw. You can bring your own materials, or work from the variety of materials that we provide from the free art supply pantry. 5p—10p. Free
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STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Join on Tuesdays & bring a project to work on while visiting with your neighbors. 5:30p–7p. Free
Free
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3 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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DIXON LIBRARY. Learn about the topics of “Safe Relationships” & “Recognizing Interpersonal Violence” with the Solano Family Justice Center. This event is geared towards tweens & teens ages 10 to 18. 4p—5p. Free
Free
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2 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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6 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Davis Makerspace is a community workspace for makers and builders, designers and inventors. A small assortment of tools will be available for use and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. Mon. & Tues., 6p—8p; Thurs., 9:30a—11:30a, Fri. 3p—5p. Free
Free
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PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. Join us for this love-themed open house style art event. View art on display, participate in several hands-on art activities, watch music & dance performances, learn Pamela’s iconic L-O-V-E dance, enjoy some light refreshments, and more! 5p—7p. Free
Free
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DOWNTOWN DAVIS. Visit 10+ participating venues along the artwalk! Check out art receptions, pop-ups, open studios, live music, and more in Downtown Davis & beyond. This is a great free event to enjoy with friends and family each month. 5p—9p. Free
Free
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PENCE GALLERY. Join us for our monthly 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception and enjoy browsing multiple art exhibits, complimentary wine, and an art-themed scavenger hunt. Exhibits include Manuel Fernando Rios: When They Reminisce Over You, Charlene Will: Here for a While, Maris Kaplan: Amateur, and our Seconds Sale upstairs. 6p—9p. Free
Free
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6 events,
Join us for another year of Little Coyotes Forest Kinder, a land-based program for ages 3-6 that meets outdoors in nature year-round, rain or shine, with locations in Davis (South Fork Preserve), Sacramento (William B. Pond area) and Folsom Lake.
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MACE RANCH PARK. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate—it’s up to you! 8a—9:30a. Free
Free
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UC DAVIS QUAD. Show your love for the dogs who serve our community while enjoying a fun and energizing event. Register online and bring your own pup along for the fun. Select the dog add-on package at registration, and your dog will receive a commemorative bandana and a special treat. 8a—10a. $45—55
$45 – $55
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HYBRID/DAVIS SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTER. Study and practice simple yet profound meditation teachings and practices from the ancient Tibetan teachings of Shambhala. Each Saturday session will include talks, guided meditation instruction, a lunch break, small discussion groups, and a tea break. 8:30a—5p. $50—100 (sliding scale offered)
$50 – $100
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THREE MILE BREWING. We’re turning TEN and we’re celebrating the only way we know how—great beer, great food, and great people. Enjoy a special beer release, anniversary merch, Enzo’s Craft Barbecue, and music by Nikki Perez. 12p—10p. |
4 events,
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CENTRAL PARK. Shop from friendly vendors with local handmade and original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food, and more. Free live music fills the open space for a lively atmosphere so be sure to stop by and join us! 10a—4p. Free
Free
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NASHOBA WINES. The Davis Bookworms is a brand new “silent” book club, in which everyone brings a book of their own choosing, reads for an hour, and then socializes for an hour. We meet every two weeks on Sunday at Nashoba Wines. 1:30p—4p. Free
Free
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CENTRAL PARK. Two free sets of Big Band, Swing, and Latin jazz standards! Our performance is during the Davis Craft & Vintage Fair (which runs from 10a—4p). 2p—4p. Free
Free
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2 events,
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SWIMAMERICA-DAVIS. Join us for our Open House at SwimAmerica & Sweet Peas Davis! It’s a relaxed, family-friendly morning where you can explore our swim and gymnastics programs and see our space come to life. 9a—11a. Free
Free
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5 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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WATERMELON MUSIC. All ages and experience levels welcome! This guitar circle is every Tuesday and is free, but we do suggest making a donation to help support The Friends of Watermelon Music and their mission to enrich lives of the community through music. 5p—7p. Free
Free
-
DUNLOE BREWING. Every Tuesday, local creative people of all levels are invited to participate in the Drawing Club. Grab a cold drink and surround yourself with other people who want to draw. You can bring your own materials, or work from the variety of materials that we provide from the free art supply pantry. 5p—10p. Free
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STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Join on Tuesdays & bring a project to work on while visiting with your neighbors. 5:30p–7p. Free
Free
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3 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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DAVIS VETERANS MEMORIAL CENTER. This fair is an annual event for families and parents looking to find various youth programs from local organizations that will be offered to the Davis community in summer 2026. Discover different summer-time programs for youth in Davis, learn about local organizations and ask them questions, and find out what your community has to offer. 5:30p—7p. Free
Free
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4 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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DAVIS VETERANS MEMORIAL THEATRE. Yolo County Day of Remembrance EO9066 will feature: K-12 poster contest on theme: Save Our Constitution, No Kings; highlights of Rachel Maddow’s podcast BURN ORDER; and Kintsukuroi movie by SF filmmaker Kerwin Berk. 4:30p—8p. Free
Free
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SUDWERK BREWING CO. 100+ Women Who Care Yolo County is an extraordinary group of women who make an immediate, direct, and positive impact on Yolo County through collective giving toward local non-profits. Everyone is welcome! Only members can vote, but you don’t have to be a member to attend. 7p—8:30p. Free
Free
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3 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Davis Makerspace is a community workspace for makers and builders, designers and inventors. A small assortment of tools will be available for use and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. Mon. & Tues., 6p—8p; Thurs., 9:30a—11:30a, Fri. 3p—5p. Free
Free
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6 events,
UC DAVIS. Our 15th annual event highlighting science collections and biodiversity across the UC Davis campus. This is a free, all ages event where people get to go behind the scenes and connect with scientists studying birds, plants, insects, fossils, nematodes, yeast and much more. Hours vary between museums. Free
Free
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MACE RANCH PARK. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate—it’s up to you! 8a—9:30a. Free
Free
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HYBRID/DAVIS SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTER. Study and practice simple yet profound meditation teachings and practices from the ancient Tibetan teachings of Shambhala. Each Saturday session will include talks, guided meditation instruction, a lunch break, small discussion groups, and a tea break. 8:30a—5p. $50—100 (sliding scale offered)
$50 – $100
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PUTAH CREEK, DAVIS. Davis Forest School’s all-outdoors preschool/kinder program for 3-6 year olds gives children the opportunity to learn and play in the rhythm of the seasons, while building friendships, resilience, and a deep sense of belonging in nature. Join us for an upcoming Open House, where we’ll welcome new families, walk the land together, and share the heart of our work. RSVP required. 11a—12:30p.
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PENCE GALLERY. Join Manuel Fernando Rios as he talks with fellow artist John Yoyogi Fortes about his formative years as an artist, his artistic process, and current work in his exhibit at the Pence. This event is free for students & Pence Members and $10 at the door for non-Members. 2p—3:30p. $0—10
Free – $10
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5 events,
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DAVIS. Come join Davis Forest School for a Forest Bathing walk led by Forest Mentor Connor Rosenblatt! You will be invited to use your senses to intimately explore the natural world in the presence of a supportive community of practitioners. For ages 13+; address provided after registration. 1p—3:30p. $20
$20
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INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. In this intimate, generative writing workshop, participants are invited to explore stories of origin, belonging, and in-between-ness through the lens of flash—short, powerful pieces that challenge and also cross the traditional divisions between prose and poetry, fiction and nonfiction. 2p—5p. $15—25
$15 – $25
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Our mission is to provide a safe space to support, educate, reach out to and inspire people of all genders and orientations in and around Davis. Meetings are everything from support groups to educational lectures and community events. To join us, email admin3@davisphoenixco.org. 6p—8p. Free
Free
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WATERMELON MUSIC, MELON BALL. Whether you’re looking for a venue to share your own talents or just looking to enjoy hearing (and seeing) some local performers, we invite you to this free monthly event. Play us your favorite song, tell us some jokes, act out a scene from your favorite play with friends. Door open and sign-ups begin at 5:30p. 6p—8p. Free
Free
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2 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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5 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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WATERMELON MUSIC. All ages and experience levels welcome! This guitar circle is every Tuesday and is free, but we do suggest making a donation to help support The Friends of Watermelon Music and their mission to enrich lives of the community through music. 5p—7p. Free
Free
-
DUNLOE BREWING. Every Tuesday, local creative people of all levels are invited to participate in the Drawing Club. Grab a cold drink and surround yourself with other people who want to draw. You can bring your own materials, or work from the variety of materials that we provide from the free art supply pantry. 5p—10p. Free
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STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Join on Tuesdays & bring a project to work on while visiting with your neighbors. 5:30p–7p. Free
Free
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2 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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2 events,
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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5 events,
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202 COUSTEAU PL, DAVIS. Please join OLLI in celebrating our new location and expanded learning programs. Tour OLLI’s multi-purpose classroom and meeting spaces as we introduce you to our expanded programs, virtual learning capabilities, and a variety of off-site experiential opportunities. 10:30a—1:30p. Free
Free
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UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of an innovative west Davis neighborhood community. Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation showcases the vision, concepts, and development behind the project and its goals. It will feature original objects, archival photographs, plans and drawings, and more. 12p—4p. Free
Free
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1225 EAST KENTUCKY AVE, WOODLAND. League of Women Voters of Yolo County invites you to the 2026 State of the Community luncheon with food by Ludy’s Catering, and featured speaker California State Senator Christopher Cabaldon. Reserve your spot by Feb. 16. 12p—1:30p. $35
$35
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MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Davis Makerspace is a community workspace for makers and builders, designers and inventors. A small assortment of tools will be available for use and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. Mon. & Tues., 6p—8p; Thurs., 9:30a—11:30a, Fri. 3p—5p. Free
Free
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5 events,
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MACE RANCH PARK. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate—it’s up to you! 8a—9:30a. Free
Free
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GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Join Dr. Florie Wild for a free community grief ritual. We will be using storytelling, song, experiential exercises and ritual to release grief to allow for more joy and creativity. 10a—1p. Free
Free
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WILLIAM B. POND, SACRAMENTO. Davis Forest School’s all-outdoors preschool/kinder program for 3-6 year olds gives children the opportunity to learn and play in the rhythm of the seasons, while building friendships, resilience, and a deep sense of belonging in nature. Join us for an upcoming Open House, where we’ll welcome new families, walk the land together, and share the heart of our work. RSVP required. 11a—12:30p.
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MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY, BLANCHARD ROOM. Hear from experts, receive a new-mother care package, connect with other mothers in the community, take part in a free raffle for gift cards and other items, and more. 11a—2p. Free
Free
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