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GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. With your Yolo County Wine Ramble ticket, you and a guest can enjoy buy one, get one free wine tastings at Great Bear Vineyards and 11 other participating wineries. 12p—3p. $20
$20
42 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
Music
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Calendar of Events
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IHOUSE DAVIS. Sing songs from around the world — from favorites from your home country to global hits and timeless classics. No karaoke experience required! Everyone is welcome! 5:30p—8:30p. $10-$20
$10 – $20
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MELON BALL. Monthly open mic; play your favorite song, tell a joke, act out a scene from a play. Performances should be suitable for all ages. Sign ups begin at 5:30p, first act goes on at 6p. 6p—8p. Free
Free
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4 events,
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INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. Zeru Foundation, in collaboration with International House Davis, presents Echoes of Resilience, a traveling multimedia exhibition centered on the lived experiences of survivors of the 2023 Türkiye–Syria earthquakes. The exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes of migration, displacement, belonging, and the meaning of home. 4:30p—7p. Free
Free
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IHOUSE DAVIS. A traveling multimedia exhibition centered on the lived experiences of survivors of the 2023 Türkiye–Syria earthquakes. Developed through fieldwork in earthquake-affected regions of Türkiye, the exhibition brings together oral narratives, photography, music, personal artifacts, and visual art to document stories of loss, survival, and rebuilding. The exhibition also includes educational materials exploring the impacts of trauma and pathways toward healing. 4:30p—7p. 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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DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. Following an open mic, enjoy live music by the featured performers, According to Bazooka—Richard Urbino (guitar, vocals), René Martucci (keys/accordion, vocals), Daphna Rahmil (violin), Jamie Knapp (upright bass, vocals), Don Johnston (drums). 7p—9p. Free
Free
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2 events,
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ARMADILLO MUSIC. Meet & greet KDRT DJs, volunteers, friends, and fans. Pick some vinyl to spin and enjoy a beverage at the Bootleg Bar. Come on downtown the last Wednesday of every month at Armadillo Music—all ages welcome! 4p—6p. Free
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WATERMELON MUSIC. Come join our weekly Jam Session where we play a wide array of music, including classic rock, contemporary rock, indie rock, pop, folk, blues, and much more! All instrumentation and skill levels welcomed. For all ages, but 18+ recommended. Free attendance, suggested $5 donation to Friends of Watermelon Music. 7p—8p. Free
Free
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1 event,
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DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Thursdays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. Free
Free
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6 events,
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DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Fridays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. Free
Free
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GREAT BEAR VINEYARD. Live music by the Potential Jazz Ensemble from 6—7:30p, food by Maiz Mexican Food truck from 5—8p. Each ticket comes with one glass of wine! 5—8p. $15
$15.00
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GALLERY 625, WOODLAND. YoloArts is pleased to collaborate with Woodland Community College Professor of Fine Art, Manuel Fernando Rios, to present this student showcase. Featured artists include current and former WCC students. There will be live music provided by Harold Sexton, light refreshments, as well as awards announced at 6:30p. 5:30p—8p. Free
Free
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MONDAVI CENTER, JACKSON HALL. Program includes Samuel Coleridge-Taylor: Ballade in A Minor, winner of the UC Davis Concerto Competition, Missy Mazzoli: Sinfonia (for Orbiting Spheres), and Jean Sibelius: Symphony No. 7. 7p—9p. $12—27.50
$12 – $27.50
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MONDAVI CENTER, JACKSON HALL. The program includes Samuel Coleridge-Taylor: Ballade in A Minor, Winner of the UC Davis Concerto Competition, Missy Mazzoli: Sinfonia (for Orbiting Spheres), and Jean Sibelius: Symphony No. 7. 7p—9p. $12—27.50
$12 – $27.50
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PITZER CENTER. Featuring Samuel Coleridge-Taylor: Ballade in A Minor and Missy Mazzoli: Sinfonia (for Orbiting Spheres). Reserved Seating— $12 UC Davis Students, $15.50 Children (under 18), $24 Faculty/Staff, $27.50 Regular
$12 – $27.50
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THE MELON BALL, WATERMELON MUSIC. The Davis Local Vocals are leading another children’s a cappella workshop for ages 6-14! Come bond with fellow aspiring singers and learn to sing harmonies. Participants have the option of joining the Davis Local Vocals on stage for their Spring concert the following week. 10a—12p. $25
$25
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2 events,
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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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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
Free
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INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. Enjoy an interactive, art-filled gathering that brings folks together to play, share stories, and lift each other up. May’s Hope Café features world jazz duo Nick Carvajal and Jim Frink, as well as the youth a cappella quartet Davis Local Vocals—Evie Barnett, Ruby Schwerin, Charlotte DelFavero, and Matthew Vallero. 6:30p—8:45p. $10—20 (sliding scale)
$10 – $20
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WATERMELON MUSIC. Come join our weekly Jam Session where we play a wide array of music, including classic rock, contemporary rock, indie rock, pop, folk, blues, and much more! All instrumentation and skill levels welcomed. For all ages, but 18+ recommended. Free attendance, suggested $5 donation to Friends of Watermelon Music. 7p—8p. Free
Free
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G STREET PLAZA. Meet and support local nonprofits, network with community members & organizations, enjoy light bites & music. 8a—5:30p. Free
Free
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DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Thursdays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. Free
Free
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DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. Expect a blend of zydeco that leans into country and soul, designed to keep the floor moving. Okie Weiss & the Zydeco Playboys is a zydeco band that walks the soul-country line and keeps the dance floor packed ’til closing time. Donations at the door support the band. 7p—9p. Free
Free
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UC DAVIS QUAD. Blood Compact-Diasporic noise rock influenced hard core from the lens of Filipino immigrants and Filipino Americans. Playing on the Cedar stage at Whole Earth Festival. Free
Free
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DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Hearkening from the San Francisco Bay Area, Judi Jaeger’s Canadian background, striking vocals and intelligent songs combine with Bob Reid’s California upbringing and his own engaging, original and collected tunes. Their delicate, rich harmonies and artful blending of guitars and ukulele deliver an intimate evening of deeply meaningful music. 12p—1p. Free
Free
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UC DAVIS QUAD. The Whole Earth Festival is a family-friendly, zero-waste event. Learn about environmental sustainability while celebrating with art & live music. Fri. 12p—10p, Sat. 10a—10p, and Sun. 10a—6p. Free
Free
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DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Fridays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. Free
Free
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LOGOS BOOKS. Meet Cathy Brorby at her 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception and enjoy light refreshments and live music by the Folk Music Folks. View quilts, wool appliqué, and fiber art by the artist. 6p—8p. Free
Free
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LOGOS BOOKS. Six person ensemble playing folk music from around the world. 6—8p. Free
Free
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DAVIS VETERANS MEMORIAL THEATRE. More than 70 musicians on fiddles, cellos, piano, drums, and guitars deliver a spirited performance—ranging from high-energy dance tunes to soulful, romantic melodies. Purchase tickets at sfscottishfiddlers.org. 7p—9:30p. $0—49
Free – $49
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2 events,
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UC DAVIS QUAD. The Whole Earth Festival is a family-friendly, zero-waste event. Learn about environmental sustainability while celebrating with art & live music. Fri. 12p—10p, Sat. 10a—10p, and Sun. 10a—6p. Free
Free
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THE MELON BALL, WATERMELON MUSIC. The Davis Local Vocals are a teen a cappella quartet. In celebration of their 4th anniversary, they are holding a Spring concert featuring special guests, UC Davis Lounge Lizards. Come see the Local Vocals debut new material and re-visit old favorites! 7p—8:30p. Free
Free
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UC DAVIS QUAD. The Whole Earth Festival is a family-friendly, zero-waste event. Learn about environmental sustainability while celebrating with art & live music. Fri. 12p—10p, Sat. 10a—10p, and Sun. 10a—6p. Free
Free
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1 event,
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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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2 events,
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WATERMELON MUSIC. Come join our weekly Jam Session where we play a wide array of music, including classic rock, contemporary rock, indie rock, pop, folk, blues, and much more! All instrumentation and skill levels welcomed. For all ages, but 18+ recommended. Free attendance, suggested $5 donation to Friends of Watermelon Music. 7p—8p. Free
Free
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MONDAVI CENTER, VANDERHOEF STUDIO THEATRE. Bassist, singer, and songwriter Shelby Means brings a magnetic blend of roots tradition and modern spark as she and her band make their Mondavi Center debut. 7:30p—9p. $10—49.50
$10 – $49.50
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2 events,
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DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Thursdays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. Free
Free
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MONDAVI CENTER, VANDERHOEF STUDIO THEATRE. Bassist, singer, and songwriter Shelby Means brings a magnetic blend of roots tradition and modern spark as she and her band make their Mondavi Center debut. 7:30p—9p. $10—49.50
$10 – $49.50
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2 events,
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DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Fridays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. Free
Free
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THE MELON BALL, WATERMELON MUSIC. For over fifty years, Bobby has had a love affair with music, and the guitar. He is strongly influenced by the likes of Hendrix, Clapton, Alvin Lee, Leslie West, Sly Stone and Freddie Stone. In 2016, The Bobby Young Project was named “Blues Band Of The Year”, and they were nominated for the same honor in 2017 and 2018 by the Northern California Entertainment Music Awards. 7:30p—10p. $20
$20
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ANN E. PITZER CENTER. The program includes premieres by UC Davis graduate student composers Alejandro Arreola, Patricia Bartow, Peter Chatterjee, Paul Engle, Max Gibson, and Guang Yang. 7p—8p. Free
Free
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E STREET, BETWEEN 3RD & 4TH STREET. Day In Downtown is returning to Downtown Davis! Come out and support local vendors and downtown businesses! This is a pet-friendly and all ages event. Live music to be provided by Davis Rave Co. 10a—4p. Free
Free
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DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Music includes works by film composers such as Enio Morricone, John Williams, and Monty Norman. Our Chancel and Chamber Choirs along with our Bell Choir and the C Street Ukuleles look forward to seeing you there. Donations encouraged. 4p—5p. Free
Free
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3 events,
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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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ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Program by Otto Lee, director and UC Davis lecturer in music, with additional coaching by Michael Schwagerus, UC Davis lecturer in music. 5p—7p. Free
Free
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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
Free
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2 events,
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WATERMELON MUSIC. Come join our weekly Jam Session where we play a wide array of music, including classic rock, contemporary rock, indie rock, pop, folk, blues, and much more! All instrumentation and skill levels welcomed. For all ages, but 18+ recommended. Free attendance, suggested $5 donation to Friends of Watermelon Music. 7p—8p. Free
Free
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Featured
WATERMELON MUSIC. Come join our weekly Jam Session where we play a wide array of music, including classic rock, contemporary rock, indie rock, pop, folk, blues, and much more! All instrumentation and skill levels welcomed. For all ages, but 18+ recommended. Free attendance, suggested $5 donation to Friends of Watermelon Music. 7p—8p. Free
Free
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1 event,
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DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Thursdays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. Free
Free
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1 event,
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DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Fridays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. 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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DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. A jazz jam for musicians who are proficient on their instrument and have experience in jazz jamming, ensembles, etc. We’ll play Django/gypsy, American Songbook, Bossa Nova, bebop, and more. 3p—5p. Free
Free
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ARMADILLO MUSIC. Meet & greet KDRT DJs, volunteers, friends, and fans. Pick some vinyl to spin and enjoy a beverage at the Bootleg Bar. Come on downtown the last Wednesday of every month at Armadillo Music—all ages welcome! 4p—6p. Free
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WATERMELON MUSIC. Come join our weekly Jam Session where we play a wide array of music, including classic rock, contemporary rock, indie rock, pop, folk, blues, and much more! All instrumentation and skill levels welcomed. For all ages, but 18+ recommended. Free attendance, suggested $5 donation to Friends of Watermelon Music. 7p—8p. Free
Free
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1 event,
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DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Thursdays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. Free
Free
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2 events,
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DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Fridays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. Free
Free
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THE MELON BALL, WATERMELON MUSIC. Laura Benitez and the Heartache use the three chord tools of country music to tell the simple, unvarnished truth about love, too much whiskey, and the call of the road. Their twangy honesty shines through in straightforward arrangements, crystalline harmonies, and spare instrumentation. 7:30p—10p. $20
$20
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1 event,
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LOGOS BOOKS. Six person ensemble playing folk music from around the world. 4—5:30p. Free
Free
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3 events,
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DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Join Davis Chorale and Davis Youth Choir (Hummingbird, Lark, and Bel Canto choirs) for Davis Sings annual family-friendly spring concert! Singers of all ages join together in a fun revue of the season. Donations gratefully accepted. 3p—5p. Free
Free
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MELON BALL. Monthly open mic; play your favorite song, tell a joke, act out a scene from a play. Performances should be suitable for all ages. Sign ups begin at 5:30p, first act goes on at 6p. 6p—8p. Free
Free
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MONDAVI CENTER, JACKSON HALL. Program includes Leonard Bernstein: Overture to Candide, William Grant Still: Symphony No. 1 in A-Flat Major (“Afro-American”), and Bernstein: “Make Our Garden Grow” from Candide. 7p—9p. $12—27.50
$12 – $27.50
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2 events,
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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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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
Free
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1 event,
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WATERMELON MUSIC. Come join our weekly Jam Session where we play a wide array of music, including classic rock, contemporary rock, indie rock, pop, folk, blues, and much more! All instrumentation and skill levels welcomed. For all ages, but 18+ recommended. Free attendance, suggested $5 donation to Friends of Watermelon Music. 7p—8p. Free
Free
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1 event,
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DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Thursdays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. Free
Free
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2 events,
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DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Fridays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted. 3p—4:30p. Free
Free
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DAVIS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. This June, we present a program that sparkles with intriguing musical, historical, and thematic patterns. Choral pieces of varied origins take on new meanings as they are connected and organized into song “circles” that tell subtle stories, some finished, some unfinished. Fri. 7:30p—9p, Sat. & Sun. 4p—5:30p. Free
Free
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DAVIS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. This June, we present a program that sparkles with intriguing musical, historical, and thematic patterns. Choral pieces of varied origins take on new meanings as they are connected and organized into song “circles” that tell subtle stories, some finished, some unfinished. Fri. 7:30p—9p, Sat. & Sun. 4p—5:30p. Free
Free
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EPISCOPAL CHURCH of St. Martin. Featuring American pianist Rachel Breen performing Hanns Eisler Klavierstuke, op. 32, Brahms Piano Trio No. 1 in B Major, and Korngold Suite for 2 Violins, Cello, And Piano Left Hand. 7:30p—9:30p. $35 general, age 22 and under are free
$22 – $35
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