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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
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Free to people who generally make $69,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly & limited English speakers. Appointments can be scheduled online, or walk-ins welcome until an hour before closing. 4p–8p. Free
ODD FELLOWS LODGE. Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, cookie decorating, face painting, storytelling, carnival games & Easter egg hunt parade through the Farmers Market. 9a–11:45a. $12
ODD FELLOWS. 5th Annual Celebration of life for Officer Natalie Corona; music, food & beer garden. Recognition of the Natalie Corona Odd Fellows Memorial Scholarship. 12—5p. Free
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
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Free to people who generally make $69,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly & limited English speakers. Appointments can be scheduled online, or walk-ins welcome until an hour before closing. 4p–8p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Six-session Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Participants have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Register in advance. Free
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Meetings providing support for multilingual & multicultural families including English learners adjusting to life in Davis. Open to anyone interested in sharing in the mission of our group. Meets every 1st & 3rd Friday. 10:15a–11:45a.
ARBORETUM. First two hours open to members only; join at the gate for a $10-off coupon. Members also receive 10% off purchases + exclusive access to one-acre nursery filled with thousands of native, low-water plants. 9a—1p
GROWING GROVES. Help LGBTQIA-owned plant shop Growing Groves celebrate one year in business with their biggest Night Market yet. Featuring local vendors. 1–6p. Free
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
VETERANS MEMORIAL THEATRE. Microplastic Madness is the story of 56 fifth graders from Brooklyn whose actions on plastic pollution morph into extraordinary leadership. Informational fair starts at 5:30; film starts at 6:30p. Free
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Free to people who generally make $69,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly & limited English speakers. Appointments can be scheduled online, or walk-ins welcome until an hour before closing. 4p–8p. Free
ODD FELLOWS HALL. The Hypha Collective invites you to help make a community-sourced fermented quilt. Join this series of crafting workshops to turn our fermented art into a quilt. 4–6p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Night market in the courtyard featuring artists age 16-25. There will be 10 artists in attendance with work ranging from prints and paintings to ceramics and jewelry. 6p–8p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Six-session Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Participants have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Register in advance. Free
LOGOS BOOKS. Meet artist Terry McIlmoil Henry and view his exhibit of oils and watercolors. Light refreshments and live music. 6p–8p. Free
ODD FELLOWS LODGE. All are welcome to come downtown for a hearty breakfast before & during the parade. 8a–10a.
LYON REAL ESTATE. Annual Picnic Day BBQ featuring family friendly, kids activities, beer garden, margaritas, hot digs, and more. 11a—4p.
TURTLE HOUSE. Seven hours of live music at this all-day indie rock show featuring: Rainbow City Park, The Moondrops, Landline & more. 12a–8p. Free
UCD SCIENCES LAB PATIO. NorCal Indie Band Rainbow City Park performs live at Picnic Day. 12:30–1:30p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. In her exhibit, Somewhere Beyond Time, Maxine Solomon’s series of oil paintings are about exploration, spontaneity & energy. 2–3p. Free
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Caregivers encouraged to join. No reservation needed. Not recommended for children under 3. 2p–4p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Six-session Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Participants have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Register in advance. Free
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Meetings providing support for multilingual & multicultural families including English learners adjusting to life in Davis. Open to anyone interested in sharing in the mission of our group. Meets every 1st & 3rd Friday. 10:15a–11:45a.
COMMUNITY MERCANTILE. Celebrate Earth Day by repurposing and upcyling formerly-loved objects. Make your own fabric banner/bunting and a flower head wreath. 12p–5p. Free
Join our local community for women in business and meet with us for an afternoon of building connections! Whether you have an idea for a start-up, manage a company, own a business, or are self-employed, this community is for you! All are welcome! DAWN is a supportive...
CENTRAL PARK. The City’s annual celebration to honor the work of civil rights leader César Chávez. This year’s theme is “Worker unity Through All Professions.” 10a–12p. Free
PAMELA TROKANSKI Dance Theatre. The Pamela Trokanski Dance Theatre closes their 38th season with this new work. Shift Happens II, is an exploration of how we deal with change on multiple levels; as individuals, communities, and nations. 7p–8p. $15-20
PAMELA TROKANSKI Dance Theatre. The Pamela Trokanski Dance Theatre closes their 38th season with this new work. Shift Happens II, is an exploration of how we deal with change on multiple levels; as individuals, communities, and nations. 2p–3p. $15-20
ZOOM. Brenda Gustin, PhD offers the breast cancer community a workshop on Metta Meditation and shares approaches for positive affirmations and visualizations. 7p–8p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Six-session Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Participants have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Register in advance. Free
WINTERS PUTAH CREEK NATURE PARK. To participate in this annual Winters tradition, adopt a duck online or the beginning of the event. Winners receive cash prizes. 5p.
JOHN BAROVETTO PARK. Yolo Barre celebrates four years in business with a free barre class. Followed by open house with local vendors, free Cryo treatments, diaper drive for Yolo Crisis Nursery, & games and prizes. 8:45a–12p. Free
This annual, family-oriented, community-based outdoor festival takes place in the heart of the Pacific Flyway and features a variety of workshops and activities for people of all ages, including interactive exhibits and wetland themed arts and crafts. There is an entrance fee of $20 per car....
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.
ARBORETUM. Shop the one-acre nursery filled with thousands of attractive, low-water plants perfect for creating beautiful, sustainable environments with California natives. 9a—1p
WATTS-WOODLAND AIRPORT. Classic cars and airplanes, food trucks, a BBQ lunch fundraiser, booths, a silent raffle for a scenic flight, and a kids zone! Sponsored by Woodland Sunrise Rotary Club. 10a-3p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. An event to raise awareness & funds for the impact the Pence makes as a non-profit arts organization. Schedule your gift through www.bigdayofgiving.org. All day
PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE THEATRE. An opportunity to give where your heart lives & support the non-profits at work in our community. 1a–12a.
PENCE GALLERY. Six-session Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Participants have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Register in advance. Free
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Meetings providing support for multilingual & multicultural families including English learners adjusting to life in Davis. Open to anyone interested in sharing in the mission of our group. Meets every 1st & 3rd Friday. 10:15a–11:45a.
DOWNTOWN WOODLAND. A celebration of bees & other pollinators with fun for the whole family. Check out the honey lab, kid zone, live music, cooking demos & beer garden. 10a–5p. Free
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
DAVIS FOOD CO-OP. Enjoy live music, food trucks, art, a VIP section for Member-Owners & much more! All are welcome. 5p–7p. Free