The Dirt: November 2023

NOVEMBER 2023

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DAVIS FREEDGE REVOLUTION

NOTSOSECRET SPOT

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Neighbors Feeding Neighbors

Young Artists Plant a Flag on Davis Art Scene

A Gender-Bending Comedy

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FREE ART PANTRY + NEW CLASSES AT DAC SHOP SMALL WEEKEND

EDITOR’S NOTE i•November is here and finally all those turkeys running around a little make sense. A broken clock’s right twice a day?

This month sets the scene for a whole season of togetherness and community throughout the holidays— and there’s a lot to look forward to. Thanksgiving, the Turkey Trot, the City of Davis’ Christmas Tree Photo by: @hiandhellophoto lighting.

This month and beyond as we’re remembering to be thankful for of families in a letter to the DJUSD all we have, let’s also be mindful of our demanding common-sense safety neighbors who need support. measures at our childrens’ schools.

In this issue, we take a look at No action has been taken. the groundroots service project This morning I woke up behind those free, public use to news the windows in my refridgerators we see around daughter’s first grade classroom Davis. Read about how they’re (and other classrooms around NEWSLETTER redirecting food waste and town) had been shattered Scan to subscribe! feeding neighbors on page 8. in vandalism. Kids’ books, A new free art pantry is filled with glass. Teachers are serving the needs of low-income artists; decorating the boarded up windows with details and how you can donate on page 4. children’s artwork—a poignant sign of the Three young artists in Davis have times we’re living in. planted a flag in the local art scene; Again, I find myself wondering: they’ve opened their own art gallery / why havent any safety measures been music studio, making room for the selfput in place? proclaimed “weird” art and artists of Yolo And why, in 2023, aren’t there cameras?

County. Secret Spot is the worst kept secret in town—thank goodness. Read about the HANNA NAKANO space and the three founders on page 22.

If you’re interested in a follow up to Editor & Publisher my note last month: I joined dozens @thedirt.davis

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RECIPE: EARL GREY SCONES FREEDGE REVOLUTION EVENTS ARTABOUT GUIDE AS YOU LIKE IT: A GENDER BENDING COMEDY SECRET SPOT: MAKING SPACE IN THE DAVIS ART SCENE

FREE ART PANTRY

One of five Freedges in Davis, located at 2013 Whittier Drive. Read about the community effort to support lower-income neighbors on page 8.

Photos by: Hanna Nakano.

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Leaning into Friday Night Lights vibes? UCD has two home games this month: against Portland State Nov. 4 and Sacramento State Nov. 18.

1 Barbie-core forever! A new Barbie & Ken Club at the Dixon Library invites your littles to BYO-Barbie (and imagination!) for a fun playgroup on Thursdays.

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4 November is Indigenous Peoples’ Month, and in recognition the Davis Food Co-op Teaching Kitchen is offering a unique cooking class and educational experience Nov. 10: learn to prepare delicious & deeply nutritious meals using only ingredients native to North America.

Intrigued by the fusion of pop ideas with classical sounds? Flute player & UCD Artist-in-Residence Meghan Bennett performs & gives a talk at two separate Pitzer Center events Nov. 2.

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A curated selection of community events, art and music news, locally made products and more, hand-picked by The Dirt’s editorial team.

A celebration of Native American Diaspora at International House: watch and learn how the Wintun people grind, sift & prepare acorn flour in an Acorn Traditions Workshop led by artist Diana Almendariz Nov. 4. Free & family-friendly!

The City of Davis will hold the annual Christmas Tree lighting Nov. 30 at the E St. Plaza. It will begin with the traditional a parade route starting at the Davis Food Co-op.

9 The Pence Gallery helps kick off holiday shopping with the opening of their Holiday Market Nov. 10. Featuring more than 60 artists’ original work & rare vintage jewelry.

Open through Christmas Eve!

8 It wouldn’t be November in Davis without the Turkey Trot.

The family-friendly run starts at 7:50a on Nov. 18 at Civic Center Field, with a kids’ event at 10:45a.

7 Want to move your body a little before all that tryptophan kicks in? FIT House is hosting an energizing Thanksgiving morning yoga class to get you ready for the big day.

6 Thanksgiving tablescape inspo: fresh or dried flowers from Rainwater Ranch. Available at Davis Farmers Market on Saturday mornings, their strawflowers are seasonal and can be kept without water to dry beautifully in a vase!

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group of local artists are working to make sure art is accessible to everyone in Davis.

Third Space Art Collective, a working artist studio and gallery, has opened a Free Art Pantry to serve the needs of lower-income artists.

Art is an integral aspect of Davis, but many art supplies are expensive. Third Space organizers hope by encouraging the community to share resources, they can nurture the fundamental need for art in our community.

“Art is a resource-heavy practice and waste is one of the biggest problems of our time,” Sedona Patterson, Free Art Pantry organizer, told The Dirt. “This pantry funnels lots of gently used would-be waste into the hands of artists, parents, teachers, and students who otherwise are likely being priced out of doing something they really enjoy.”

Visitors may find brushes, paints, clay, paper, tape, markers, gouache, yarn, and so much more.

The Free Art Pantry is open every 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month from 10:30a—12p, and is located inside Third Space Art Collective at 17 Arboretum Drive Unit C. Head to thedirt.onine to read more about the Free Art Pantry, including details on how to donate.

Photo by Dan Cook on Unsplash.

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ince 1960, Davis Arts Center has served as a shining light of the local artist

community, offering frequent and affordable art classes for creatives of every age and skill level. Take a look at the new fall class schedule and get ready to throw some clay, brandish a paintbrush, or even try your hand at weaving!

Youth Fall Visual Art Classes • Painting & Drawing for Kids (68 & 912).

• Ceramics for Kids: Handbuilding (56 & 68).

• Ceramics for Kids: Wheel Throwing (1013).

• Weaving for All Ages (9adult).

Teen & Adult Fall Visual Art Classes • Teen Art Club (1317).

• Introduction to Printmaking — What a Relief! (18+).

• Printmaking Open Studio: Independent Workspace (18+).

• Teen & Adult Wheel Throwing (Ages 1417 & 18+).

DAC is located at 1919 F St., Davis, CA 95616.

Davis Arts Center, by: Hanna Nakano.

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Prizes Offered for Shopping Small Thanksgiving Weekend

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o encourage area residents to support local businesses this holiday season, Davis Downtown will give some shoppers a prize for doing so.

For the three days after Thanksgiving, many merchants in downtown Davis will celebrate Shop Small Weekend. The promotion begins on Black Friday, Nov. 24 and continues through Sunday, Nov. 26. Those who make purchases at participating businesses can turn in tickets toward prize drawings worth up to $500.

Dozens of downtown businesses will take part in the event. Shoppers receive a ticket

for every $10 they spend at a participating merchant. Each customer may earn up to 10 tickets per business*. Prizes range from $50 to $500.

“Bring your family to downtown Davis to kick off your holiday shopping,” DDBA Executive Director Brett Maresca said. “You’ll feel good knowing your money stays local, and supports small businesses that give so much to our community year-round.”

Check the Davis Downtown website at www.davisdowntown.com/shop-small-2023 for more information as it develops. That’s where interested shoppers will find a list of

participating businesses, family-friendly activities and entertainment in downtown Davis over the Shop Small Weekend.

Shoppers write their name, phone number and email address on each ticket, and place it in the drop box near the store’s cash register. Limit one prize per person. Employees and family members of participating businesses are not eligible to enter. The Davis Downtown Business Association will notify winners the week of Nov. 27. *No purchase necessary to receive one free entry; contact info@davisdowntown.com for more information.

Learn more about Davis Downtown events & programs at www.davisdowntown.com • Sign up for the Davis Downtown email newsletter at www.davisdowntown.com/subscribe • Follow Davis Downtown on Facebook at @davisdowntown and on Instagram at @davis.downtownxa

Shop Small Weekend

• Receive a raffle ticket for every $10 spent at each participating business.* • Gift card prizes range from $50 to $500 dollars!

• Family-friendly activities and entertainment. *Visit www.davisdowntown.com/shop-small-2023 for details.

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A LO C A L F R I ENDS GIVING MENU

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y tradition, Thanksgiving dinner is, um, traditional. The same heirloom recipes, passed down from generation to generation. It’s nostalgic and comforting and those good vibes you can only get when the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is on. We need this Thanksgiving.

But we also need Friendsgiving—a chance to try new recipes, have fun, and enjoy a meal with our chosen families. This year, we challenged ourselves to create an all local Friendsgiving menu, celebrating the beauty and bounty of our region.

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Branigan’s Turkey Farm: Woodland, CA. Family-owned farm specializing in free-range, organic turkeys.

Distel Brand Turkeys: Purchase at Davis Food Co-op; Fully cooked smoked turkeys plus whole, thigh and breastonly option for smaller-sized groups.

UCD Meat Lab: Harold Cole Facility Building “C”. A federally inspected meat processing plant that is part of the Department of Animal Science.

Offers a variety of meats including beef, pork, lamb, and seasonal items like smoked whole turkey.

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Davis Farmers Market hosts a special pre-Thanksgiving market on Weds.

Nov. 23 from 12p—6p, featuring fresh, local produce for sides, table decor, meats, cheeses, oils & baked goods.

Sweet potatoes are a Thanksgiving staple; get yours from the UCD Student Farm. The farmstand is open on Mondays from 12p–3p.

Charcuterie from Mabel’s Farm

Box adds a special touch.

Grab fancy snacks & lunch sandos from Zia’s the day before.

Chips, dips & spreads from Ikeda’s are clutch.

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Starting the day with cinnamon rolls from Village Bakery is a must.

For dinner carbs, faves from Upper Crust include raisin pumpernickel, birdseed bread & classic sourdough.

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Shop the Farmers Market for pies and sweets the day before.

Or grab a whole or half pie from Ikedas & the Davis Food Coop, no pre-order necessary.

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The Aggies Uncorked wine club offers subscriptions featuring premium wine created by wineries with a UC Davis connection.

Visit Wines in Tandem for oneon-one guidance in finding your perfect pairing from their collection of sustainably produced wines.

PET OF THE MONTH: NOVEMBER 2 023

WILD TURKEYS OF DAVIS

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avis turkeys travel in packs and don’t scare as easily as you’d think. They’re the community pet none of us asked for, and we’re not really sure they want to be here either. But here we are. A detente. Happy Thanksgiving.

THE DETAILS Age: Various. Breed: Please stop. Humans: No one claims. Hobbies: Pecking veggie gardens, harassing small children, general tomfoolery.

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RECIPE: EARL GREY SWIRL SCONES

EARL GREY SCONES Sandra Violet Clark (thekitchennatural.com), for The Dirt

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cones don’t have to be difficult or dry—this recipe shaves minutes off in assembly and baking.

Timesaver #1: Softened butter spread on the dough adds richness and makes an Earl Grey swirl filling.

Typical scone recipes call for cutting or rubbing in butter. Timesaver #2: Preheat the baking sheet. This shortens baking time, creates a sturdy crisped bottom and a higherrising finished scone from that fast direct heat.

Buttery and velveteen, these scones are just the thing for fall. I love that Earl Grey feels familiar and fresh at the same time. Do your future self a favor and make a double batch and freeze for a quick, ready-to-bake pastry.

30-Second Cooking Lesson: Rubbing sugar into ingredients amplifies flavor. Take the time to rub the sugar into the tea between your thumb and forefingers (think “money, money, money” hand motions). This crushes the cells of the tea leaves, releasing and dispersing flavorful oils. If you like cinnamon sugar toast, try this method and the possibilities are endless: lavendergrapefruit sugar, cardamon-lime sugar, chai sugar. Same works for making a seasoned salt.

Sandra Violet Clark is a Davis cooking teacher and recipe developer. Find her and her business, The Kitchen Natural, on IG @ thekitchennatural.

Photo by: Hanna Nakano

RECIPE 40 minutes, mostly inactive • Makes 6 dough: • 2 c. flour (ap or whole wheat) • ½ tsp. sea salt • 4 tsp. baking powder • 1 c. (more or less) cream • 1 tbsp. sugar filling + topping: • 1-3 tbsp. butter, soft • 2-3 Earl Grey tea bags (cut open, bags discarded) • ⅓ c. sugar + 1 tbsp. for sprinkling • 1 tbsp. milk or cream, for brushing

1. Preheat oven to 425 (with baking sheet inside). Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in large bowl. Gently, fold in cream until dough begins to form (adding a little bit more liquid if needed), pulling into a just barely moist ball, about 30 seconds.

2. Transfer dough and all dry, floury bits to a floured board or countertop and very gently knead the dough by hand just until it comes together into a rough, sticky ball, 5 to 10 seconds.

3. Lightly flour a work surface and rolling pin. Roll dough onto parchment paper, then spread with softened butter. In a small bowl, rub sugar and tea together to infuse and then sprinkle on the buttered dough.

4. Working lengthwise, fold the dough in thirds. Brush with 1 tbsp. cream or milk and sprinkle with 1 tbsp. sugar. Cut the length in half, and then half again, and then diagonal to make 6 even swirled triangles.

5. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden. * Best served warm with a mug of tea and slices of fuyu persimmons.

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DAVIS FREEDGE PROJECT GRASSROOTS EFFORT TO SUPPORT FOOD INSECURE NEIGHBORS Emme Dunning, for The Dirt

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ovember is a month of rainy days, fall colors, and perhaps most importantly—food.

Thanksgiving marks the end of the month, giving families and friends an opportunity to get together, give thanks, and enjoy the delicious meal the holiday boasts. But this kind of meal planning can be difficult and stressful for families facing food insecurity.

More than 21,500 families in Yolo County rely on monthly food assistance from the Yolo Food Bank to make ends meet. Davis is a town where neighbors take it upon themselves to help each other, and food access is no different.

In 2014, Ernst Oehninger and a group of fellow UC Davis graduate students took on the issue of food insecurity with a simple idea—public refrigerators filled with free food. Or as many call them, freedges.

The idea stemmed from their growing anger about the more than 100-billion pounds of food wasted each year in the United States, when more than 30-million people are still hungry.

“It’s a little crazy, right? We produce more than we need, and at the same time a lot of people don’t have enough to eat,” Oehninger told The Dirt.

“There’s so many people that have three jobs and are food insecure. There’s so many students that are food insecure.”

The concept was simple; an outdoor mini fridge where community members could access fresh, free food anytime. The freedge quickly took off, attracting community members from all walks of life, including students, families, and frequently the graduate students that initiated the project.

Today, Davis is home to five official freedges—

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Blind Corner

by Andy Jones

People cannot organize if they’re hungry.

The bike commuter who takes a blind corner too quickly will make new enemies.

Lost in poetic thought, I once was sprinting

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such a greenbelt turn and nearly mowed down Andrea Khoo, our town’s most famous

three in the City and two on the UC Davis campus.

Freedges are stocked by and for local community members, and are regularly filled with produce and non-perishables.

Although the freedges help tackle individual hunger, Oehninger said their goal is not to eradicate food insecurity.Instead, the project aims to help community members meet basic day-to-day hunger needs, and fuel themselves to continue the larger fight against the systemic side of the issue.

“People cannot organize if they’re hungry,” Oehninger said.

The freedges also exist to promote community.

There is perhaps nothing more unifying than enjoying good food, and the freedges strive to help make this experience accessible for all members of the Davis community.

Though often beautifully painted as a community artwork of their own right, the freedges also serve as a physical symbol and reminder of the food insecurity many face, and spark conversation around this often invisible issue.

The freedges are a community project, and are always in need of volunteers to help stock and maintain existing structures, as well as expand their reach into new areas. If you are interested in learning more about supporting this project, or starting your own freedge, visit https://freedge.org/davis or reach out to contact@freedge.org for more information.

Photo by: Hanna Nakano

fitness instructor, 9% body fat.

Leonine, taut, she dashed sideways fangs bared as I, cold and bundled, hurtled past, my eyes full of apologies and admiration.

Her inflated forearms bristled with ire.

Khoo was deeply disappointed, glaring condemningly as she would at a rubber-legged kickboxing student.

No love lost, no love at all, her glare folded my bolting soul like a discarded wipe.

FREEDGE LOCATIONS 2013 Whittier Dr. 1221 Eureka Ave. Davis Food Co-op UCD Memorial Union UCD Silo

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Sheep mowers started on the UC Davis Campus in 2021. Photo by: Gregory Urquiaga / UC Davis.

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Senior Watercolor Group

DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Led by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free

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exhibit of Matt Connors’ work in watercolor. Connors is affiliated with the American Watercolor Society, National Watercolor Association, California Watercolor Association, Guild Of Harwich Artists. 5p–8p. Free

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NATSOULAS GALLERY. Construct a small hollow-bodied rabbit out of clay . 1p–5p. $75

SCHOOL OF BUILDING YOUR CRAFT, Woodland. Class will focus on conceptual and optical theory to give you tools to navigate and execute a painting digitally. 4p—7p. $600

Amber Aguirre In Person Workshop

Digital Painting Class

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Art in Action: Family Art Workshop

PENCE GALLERY. The Pence Gallery invites children & their families to participate in our family art workshops! Fun, creative, & collaborative activities. Drop-in program for ages 5-12. 1p–3p. $4 Members, $8 Non-members

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Hito Steyerl

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MANETTI SHREM. Filmmaker, visual artist, writer & innovator of the essay documentary, Steyerl’s work interrogates the fields of art, philosophy & politics. 4:30p–6p. Free

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SCHOOL OF BUILDING YOUR CRAFT, Woodland. Class will focus on conceptual and optical theory to give you tools to navigate and execute a painting digitally. 4p—7p. $600

ART SHOWS: CONTINUING

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DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night of mini painting fun! All welcome. 4p. $5

2nd Friday ArtAbout

PENCE GALLERY. Browse our art exhibits, shop in the Holiday Market, & enjoy a wine tasting by Twisted Cedar Wines. 6p–9p. Free

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2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception: Matt Connors LOGOS BOOKS. Summer in Cape Cod is an

Digital Painting Class

Photography Club of Davis

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Open to public. Meetings include showing, discussion, & audience critique of member-submitted images. 7:10p–8:45p. Free

Blanketed: New Paintings

by Jack McTiernan

THE ARTERY. Using a combination of materials, Jack creates dynamic images that celebrate the beauty in everyday surroundings. “Blanketed” refers to his layering

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process, beginning with a watercolor, pastel and acrylic background applied with spray or airbrush. 10a–6p.

Image courtesy: TANA: Chicanx Print Party

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Michael Mikolon: Garments

PENCE GALLERY. This collection of drawings delves into the intricate relationship between clothing, identity, and the stories they carry. 11:30a–5p. Free

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Art Exhibit by Stan Padilla: Presente en el Sagrado Azul

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Stan Padilla, a Yaqui/Chicano multi-media artist, Indigenous educator, & cultural activist, showcases his renowned work. Free

THRU NOV 30

Michael Rowden Exhibition

GALLERY 1855. Featuring paintings by artist Michael Rowden. These dreamy works represent the duality of hope & pain, a reflection of Rowden’s struggles. 8a–3p. Free

THRU DEC 1

Cultural Crossroads: Recent Acquisitions from the Jo Ann C. Stabb Collection

UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. From a collection of exquisite African ceremonial garments, Miao costumes from southwest China, & various Japanese kimonos, to contemporary textile work by Marian Clayden, a leading textile artist. 12p–4p. Free

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Amber Aguirre: Year of the Rabbit

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

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HEAR FIRST: A Native Story Walk YOLO WILDLIFE BYPASS AREA. An immersive audio piece centering local Native culture and history. HEAR FIRST is available at davisrep.org–take it outside and enjoy on a walk or bench. Free

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. 11:30a–5p. Free

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JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Co-curated

by John Seed and John Natsoulas, this exhibit celebrates the wonderful tradition of painting, featuring artists from across the world currently working in the Surrealist style. Free

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. The artist’s first solo museum exhibition in California since 1996, P.S. These are not horses surveys Butterfield’s career from her most recent wildfire sculptures to rarely seen ceramics made while a student at UC Davis. Free

14th Annual Art of Painting in the 21st Century Exhibition

Malaquias Montoya & the Legacies of a Printed Resistance

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Activist artist & UC Davis Professor Emeritus Malaquias Montoya embraced political printmaking to advocate for social justice. His role as a print educator resulted in artistic collaborations & partnerships with various featured artists. Free

Deborah Butterfield: P.S. These are not horses

BOOKS & TALK 1

Timothy McNeil: The Exhibition & Experience Design Handbook Book Launch & Signing

MANETTI SHREM. McNeil, designer of the current exhibition Deborah Butterfield: P.S. These are not horses, will sign books & join visitors in the galleries. 4:30p–6p. Free

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Lights, Camera, Conversation: A Film Screening & Night with the Director DAVIS VETERANS MEMORIAL CENTER. Meet director Christina Antonakos-Wallace, as well as two of the film’s protagonists at the event for Q&A after the film. We invite you to join us before & after the film for an interactive activity. 6:30p–9:30p. Free

Reservations required. 6:30p–7:30p. Free

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Poetry Night Reading Series

NATSOULAS GALLERY. First & third Thursdays. Each reading contains two featured poets followed by an open mic. 7p. Free

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Storytime in Westwood Park

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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Barbie & Ken Club

DIXON LIBRARY. Bring your Barbie dolls (or play with ours) & use your creative imagination to bring Barbie’s world to life. 3p–4p. Free

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PITZER CENTER. Flute player & Assistant Music Professor & Director of Woodwind Studies at New York University Meghan Bennett discusses the intersection of pop ideas & classical sounds. 4p–5:30p. Free

MANETTI SHREM. Leading African American digital artist well known for her use of AI, algorithms & machine learning in graphic imagery, Gaskins offers a more inclusive novel approach to STEAM learning. 4:30p–6p. Free

Talk: “Fused: Pop Ideas & Classical Sounds”

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Maddie Day with Catriona McPherson

THE AVID READER. Celebrate the release of Murder Uncorked with author Maddie Day & Catriona McPherson.

Nettrice Gaskins–Theory, Content & Style in the AI Revolution

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Tales for Tails

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

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Desk on the afternoon of the program, no prior registration. 3p–4:30p. Free

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Kitchen Garden Chat WOODLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY. Learn to eat from your edible garden, time your transplanting, plus tips & tricks for your November garden. Led by Master Gardener Treva Valentine in the Leake Room. 10a–11a. Free

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A Conversation with Misty Copeland MONDAVI CENTER. Ballerina, philanthropist & bestselling author speaks as the first Black woman principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre.. Alumni panel features other women mentors inspiring future leaders. 1p–3:30p. $55–$89

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Iron Flame Release Party

THE AVID READER. A thrilling release event for Rebecca Yarros’ sequel to The

Fourth Wing, IRON FLAME! There will be trivia, prizes, swag, snacks, & more.

Reservations needed. 6p–8p. Free

how to close up your summer garden & make fall & winter gardening activities successful (ucanr.zoom.us/j/91688644555). 3p–4p. Free

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UCD CONFERENCE CTR. A call-to-action for authentic servant leadership. A deeply insightful conversation & audience Q&A. First 50 students with student ID get a free signed copy of Jim’s book! 5p–6:30p. Free

NATSOULAS GALLERY. Celebrate the publication of Dear Earth: Hope River Poems by Young Teens (Sixteen Rivers Press, 2023). This chapbook contains 22 poems written by DaVinci 7th graders during the 2022-2023 Hope River pilot project which Julia B. Levine, City of Davis Poet Laureate, designed & conducted. 7–8:30p. Free

All Pride, No Ego: A Conversation with Jim Fielding

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Mother Goose on the Loose STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Early literacy program for toddlers. 11a–11:30a. Free

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Library Garden Workshop ZOOM. UCCE Yolo Co. Master Gardeners & Yolo Co. “What to Do in the November Garden” with Master Gardener Mike Kluk on

“Dear Earth: Young Teens from Hope River” Celebration & Reading

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Stories on Stage Davis PENCE GALLERY. First, the excerpt from the memoir The Sound of the Snow Geese by Dax Meredith read by returning actor Analise Langford-Clark. Second, an excerpt from the novel Deborah’s Gift by Lois Ann Abraham will be read by Gay Cooper. 7:30p—9p. Free

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Author Event: Jake Berman AVID READER. Celebrate the release of The Lost Subways of North America with author Jake Berman. Berman is a cartographer, writer, artist, and lawyer. His work has been featured in the New Yorker, Vice, Atlas Obscura, and the Guardian. 6:30—7:30p. Free

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Nursery Volunteer Day NATIVE PLANT NURSERY, WINTERS. Volunteer & learn about the amazing plants of Putah Creek & meet like minded people!

Every Weds. Register online. 9a–12p. Free

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Makerspace Drop-in Hours STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. A weekly community work-

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Walks with Warren

ARBORETUM. Renowned for his captivating storytelling & playful puns, Warren leads participants on an always-engaging exploration of the Arboretum’s seasonal highlights. All are welcome. 12p–1p. Free

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The UCCE Yolo County Master Gardeners Questions & Answers Desk LOWES, WEST SACRAMENTO. Open at Lowes on the first & third Saturdays of the month. Led by Master Gardener Janet Branaman & open to the public. 10a–12p. Free

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Teen Open Mic Poetry & Song Night

DIXON LIBRARY. Showcase your bold and creative side with poetry, comedy, rapping, or singing. Sign-ups are available online or in-person. Acts are limited to 5 minutes; event is geared towards tweens and teens ages 10—18. 3:30p—5p. Free

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Davis Walnut Park Library Sneak Peek & Presentation

space for makers, builders, designers & inventors. Some tools available for use.

Supervised children welcome. Signed liability waiver required. 9a–11a. Free

2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Davis Cognitive Security: Public Meetings

THREE MILE BREWING Co. Cognitive security is about protecting your sense-making, decision-making, & well-being. We will be at a table with an open sketchbook, discussing local cognitive security topics & issues. 5:30p–7p. Free

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Día de Muertos Celebration

CENTRAL PARK. UCD Mexican Graduate Student Association is looking for local organizations & community members to participate by applying to create ofrendas or altares for the 1st Día de Muertos Celebration. 3p–8p. Free

MARGUERITE MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY. An information session on the new Davis Walnut Park Library. Discussion covers developments, preliminary design, & Q&A. Children’s activities available. Pizza & refreshments will be served. 7p–8:30p. Free

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Davis International Parent Community Gathering

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Meetings provide 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.

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Open House: Monarchs

UC DAVIS BOHART MUSEUM of Entomology. Join several UC Davis monarch experts to learn all about these butterflies: their migration patterns, their ecology, & conservation needs. Also: craft table & live insect handling (not monarchs). 1p–4p. Free

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6th Annual Salmon Festival

ROTARY PARK, WINTERS. Celebrate the return of Fall Run Chinook Salmon to the Putah Creek Watershed with the whole family! Enjoy food, games, & entertainment. 11a–4p. Free

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Berryessa Peak Trail Maintenance

BERRYESSA PEAK TRAILHEAD. Join for a work day–with a possible overnight–to help maintain the trail after last year’s fire.

Tread work & fixing small landslides as well as brushing/clearing as needed. 8a. Free

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Tree Davis Third Annual Legacy Celebration

TREE DAVIS MEMORIAL GROVE. Gather to celebrate the accomplishments of community members who make Davis & Yolo County a great place to live. Tours of the grove, refreshments & a raffle. 2p–4p. Free

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Tours of the City of Davis Wetlands

CITY OF DAVIS WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT. First Sundays. In-person tours run rain or shine, except in the instances of flooding. Reservation required.

Sept–Feb: 3p–5p. March–Aug: 9a–11a. Free

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Art Jam: Chicanx Print Party

TANA. A celebration of all things Chicana/o/x & printmaking inspired by the powerful prints in Malaquias Montoya & the Legacies of a Printed Resistance. Enjoy free food & dazzling folklorico dance. 8p–10p. Free

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Sheepmowers Pop-Up Grazing WICKSON HALL. A one day sheepmowers “pop-up” grazing event.

All ages welcome! 9a–5p. Free

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LEGO Block Party

STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Caregivers encouraged to join. No reservation needed. Age 3 & up. 2p–4p. Free

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Tours of the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area YOLO BYPASS WILDLIFE AREA.

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NOV 24–DEC 23

Magical Christmas Train

FOX RIVER TRAIN. Enjoy holiday singalongs, elfish games, wishlist writing & fun festive activities. Tickets include 1-hour train ride, hot cocoa, a souvenir mug, & a cookie. 10a–7p. $10–$59

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Art & Nature through the Seasons

PUTAH CREEK. Self-directed art activities & hikes with seasonal prompts to support observation. Ends with 30 minutes for conversation, play & sharing of seasonal potluck food (optional) by the fire square. 4p–6p. Free

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City of Davis Christmas Tree Lighting E STREET PLAZA. Celebrate the light-

ing of the City’s Christmas Tree after the annual parade, which begins at the Davis Food Co-op. Time TBD. Free

The route will follow the four S’s, then over Gibson, Steiger, & Cantelow. Contact rich1417@yahoo.com for more info. 9a. Free

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ROCKNASIUM. Free food & refreshments, awesome climbs & prizes, & costumes! Crankin’ 2023’s theme is prehistoric & dinosaurs. 11:45a–8:30p. $35–$45

Christ Centered Movement

UNIVERSITY COVENANT CHURCH. Connect your body, mind, & spirit to God the Father, Jesus the Son, & the Holy Spirit, through Bible reading, prayer & movement. 7a–8a. Free

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Free Yoga Fridays

ARROYO PARK. Rain or shine. All levels welcome. Every Fri, 10a–11a. Free

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Three Bumps By Rich Rifkin

WESTLAKE PLAZA PARKING LOT. Classic “Three Bumps” bike ride (51 miles).

Crankin’ the Bouldering Competition: Crankasaurus

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Barre & Dried Bouquets

FARM AT PARK WINTERS. Vibrant outdoor Yolo Barre session while gazing at our beautiful Yolo countryside. Followed by tea in the enchanted Flower House with a little lesson about creating your own unique dried floral arrangement. 9a–11:30a. $65

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Davis Turkey Trot

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Centering Dance: A Monthly Guided Mindfulness Practice of Embodiment

STAMBUSKY STUDIOS. Release, recharge & recenter with 90 minutes of intuitive, inspired, mindful movement with a welcoming local community. No dance experience is needed.

All are welcome. Guided by Teresa Hooker, PsyD. 4th Tuesdays, 7:30p–9p. Don/$20

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Weekly Pies & Pints

WOODSTOCK’S. First pint is full price, but you get to keep the glass–& every pint after that night is 50% off for the night. 8p to close.

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Anniversary Party at The HIVE

THE HIVE TASTING ROOM & KITCHEN. Holiday discounts & giveaways plus activities for all ages including honey & mead tastings, honeybee education, tours of the pollinator garden & facility & live music. Fri 3p–8p. Sat 10a–5p. Free

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Young Chefs: Apple Crumble

DAVIS FOOD CO-OP TEACHING KITCHEN. Calling all teens & preteens! Spend an afternoon baking & learning knife skills, foundational baking, & a crash course in balancing flavor & texture while making a delicious apple crumble & whipped cream topping. 1p–3p. $31.50–$35

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Winter Wellness Workshop: Elderberry Syrup

PEREGRINE SCHOOL. The team from

Image courtesy: Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science Lavender Bergamot Kitchen will demonstrate & discuss how you can make your own Elderberry Syrup, Fire Cider, & Tea Blends at home.

Bring questions & a mug for tea.. 2p–4p. $35

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Acorn Traditions Workshop: A Welcoming with Diana Almendariz INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Begins with an interactive family workshop & acorn stories. Almendariz demonstrates the process of grinding, sifting, & preparing acorn flour. RSVP. 4p–6:30p. Free

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Brewing Change: Craft Sake in the United States

MONDAVI SENSORY THEATER. Includes a taste of three sakes immediately following the lecture. Limited seats available. Free asynchronous option over zoom. 5:30p–6:45p. $0–$25

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GAMES

DAVIS FOOD CO-OP TEACHING KITCHEN. Prepare delicious & nutritious dishes with ingredients native to North America. This class is gluten free & dairy free. 5:30p–7:30p. $36–$40

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SUDWERK BREWING CO. Join for the ultimate NFL Sunday Brunch & fuel up on delicious food & cheer for your favorite teams! 10a–3p. Free

ODD FELLOWS HALL. A wonderful way for the community to support the many needy non-profit organizations here in Davis. Each month, Davis Odd Fellows Bingo! connects with a local organization that needs assistance.

The Nov. 12 event benefits Sutter Davis Hospital Auxiliary. Open to all adults. 12p–4p. $12

Cooking with Indigenous North American Ingredients

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Aggie Night

SUDWERK BREWING CO. SAA members get 15% off. 5:30p–7:30p.

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DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Beginner friendly group where parents & kids can play other families. One ticket covers a parent & child. 3p–6p. $20

Odd Fellows Bingo

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The Great Puzzle Competition

DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Battle other puzzle teams to complete a 500-piece

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Miho Hazama & m_unit

VANDERHOEF STUDIO THEATRE. Named among Downbeat’s “25 for the Future,” Tokyo-born Miho Hazama is one of the most promising & talented composers/ arrangers of her generation. 7:30p. $22–$45

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Davis Rave Co. Presents: Dome Rave THE DOMES. Bring your awesome dance moves. Attire: Sweatproof.

Vibes: Good. 8p—11:30p. Free.

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Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions

puzzle in three hours or less. First place team wins a $50 gift card! 6–9p. $15

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Meghan Bennett Performance

PITZER CENTER. Artist-in-residence Meghan Bennett performs on flute with Shinae Kim on piano. 12:05p–1p. Free

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Academy of St Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble

MONDAVI CTR. Following multiple sold-out Jackson Hall performances of the full orchestra, the Academy of St. Martin

WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free

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Chamber Music Concert

BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. Featuring gorgeous violin/piano duos, including a beautiful Suite by African American composer William Grant Still. 7:30p–9:30p. $12–$30

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Davis Chamber Players Fall Concert DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Annual Davis Chamber Players Fall Concert.

7:30p–9:30p. Suggested Donation: $10–$20

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Live Jazz: Jim Frink Trio

ROOT OF HAPPINESS. Jim Frink is a drummer & educator based in Davis. The jazz trio plays improvisational music ranging from standards, to modern jazz, to balkan folk & beyond. 7:30p–10:30p. Free

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Bikes & Beats

ARMADILLO MUSIC. Open beat cyphers & good vibes. 6p–9p. Free

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Davenach & The Usual Culprits Live

Project dedicates itself to the performance of music written for an ancient & little-known instrument, the baryton. 12:05p–1p. Free

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Boundless Locomotion Nutty Cross & California Tallboys

RUHSTALLER FARM. Live music from 1p– 4p & 6p–9p. Camping available for a fee, go to Facebook page & sign up! Visit boundlesslocomotion.com. All ages welcome! 1p–9p. Free

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Musics of the World

WATERMELON MUSIC. A mix of Dave’s award-winning original songs & a few fun covers. A fun evening of philosophical folkrock! Student admission $10. 8p. $10–$20

PITZER CENTER. A four-piece program featuring Mestre Cabello. Born in Piracicaba, Brazil, Cabello dedicates his life to the rhythms, instruments, songs & dances of the Afro-Brazilian culture. 4p–6p. Free

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WATERMELON MUSIC. Formed out of Jones & Kelly’s garage rock project Speedwalker, Trestles developed a fun surf inspired indie rock sound with the release of their debut single Dwell. 6p–10p. $TBD

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Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Giddens

MONDAVI CTR. Illuminates the impact of African American, Chinese, Irish & Native American communities on the creation of the Transcontinental Railroad & Westward Expansion. 7:30p. $12.50–$65

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Valencia Baryton Project

PITZER CENTER. The Valencia Baryton

Trivia Wednesday

UNIVERSITY OF BEER. 21+. 9p.

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Trivia & Open Mic

G STREET WUNDERBAR. Trivia starts at 8p & open mic starts at 10p. Free

1, 8, 15, 22, 29

The Pub Quiz with Dr. Andy – at Sudwerk!

SUDWERK. Dr. Andy entertains & challenges teams with questions on a variety of topics you should know something about. 7p–9p. Free

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No Brain Drain Trivia

SUPER OWL BREWING. “No Brain Drain” Trivia, hosted by Preacher. Trivia, Comedy + Game Show. 6:30–7:30p. Free

2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Trivia Thursday

WOODSTOCK’S. 9p. Free

3, 10, 17, 24

Karaoke Night

TOMMY J’S. With KJ Incubus. 10p. Free

4, 11, 18, 25

Karaoke Night

UNIVERSITY OF BEER. 9p. Free

5, 12, 19, 26 Sunday Trivia

THREE MILE BREWING. 6p.

7, 14, 21, 28 Trivia Tuesday

SOPHIA’S THAI. 21+. Games @ 9:30p.

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Karaoke Night

G STREET WUNDERBAR. 10p. Free

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Senior Center Friday Films

SENIOR CENTER. 12:30p. Free

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Coco Live-to-Film Concert

MONDAVI CTR. Disney’s Coco with composer Michael Giacchino’s musical score performed by 20-member Orquesta Folclórico Nacional de México. 7:30p. $12.50–$65

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Chancellor’s Colloquium: Special Film Screening

VANDERHOEF STUDIO THEATRE. Screen the film A Million Miles Away inspired by the real-life story of NASA flight engineer José Hernández’s decades-long journey from Mexico, to the fields of the San Joaquin Valley, to the International Space Station. Followed by Q&A with Chancellor May. Reservations required. 3:30p. Free

SHOPPING 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29

Davis Farmers Market

CENTRAL PARK. Wed, 3p–6p & Sat, 8a–1p.

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Friends of the Library Book Sale

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We Are Hiring! baseball! Registration for Spring 2024 opens to local athletes ages 4-14 today. Scan QR code on page 18 to register online. 8a–5p. Free

Elementary Teacher Preschool Associate Teacher Preschool Afternoon Lead Teacher

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UCD Football Home Game

UCD HEALTH STADIUM. Aggies vs Sacramento State. 2p. $7–$47

Art Specialist Infant Afternoon Associate Teacher

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STEVENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Fri 12p–7p, Sat 10a–5p, & Sun 10a–3p.

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Davis Craft & Vintage Fair

CENTRAL PARK. Local, handmade & original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food & more! Free live music. 10a–4p.

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Arboretum Clearance Plant Sale ARBORETUM TEACHING NURSERY. Members get 10% off, join & get a $10-off coupon. 9a–1p.

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Pence Gallery Holiday Market

PENCE GALLERY. More than 60 local artists’ soaps & lotions, candles, scarves, hats, & original works of art. Enjoy a cache of rare vintage jewelry as well. 11:30a–5p.

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Shop Small Weekend

DOWNTOWN DAVIS. Weekend-long event featuring raffle tickets for every $10 spent at participating businesses. Gift cards range from $50—500.

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US Youth Volleyball League

WALNUT PARK. Boys & girls ages 7-15, for beginner, intermediate & experienced

Madrigals K–6th Grade Fall Choral Workshop players. Tues & Thurs, 5:30p–6:30p. Free

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UCD Women’s Volleyball Home Games

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Aggies vs UCI. 6p. $5–$7

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UCD Football Home Game

UCD HEALTH STADIUM. Aggies vs Portland State. 4p. $7–$47

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UCD Women’s Volleyball Home Games

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Aggies vs Cal State Fullerton. 1p. $5–$7

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UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Aggies vs CSUN. 3p. $5–$7

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UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Aggies vs Cal State Bakersfield. 1p. $5–$7

15–JAN 8

Davis Little League Spring Registration ONLINE. Celebrating more than 70 years of

BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. The Madrigals will teach a fun arrangement of songs that attendants will perform. 9a–1p. $40

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Choices, Chance... and Choosing

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. A thoughtful and sometimes humorous exploration of the decision-making process and how those decisions ripple through our lives. Featuring dancers ranging in age from 10 to 90+. 7p—8p. $15—20

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YPT-Disney’s High School Musical II, Jr (2023)

DMTC. This buoyant sequel follows our East High favorites as they face the realities of the adult world. A coming of age story, full of friendships & wild summer romances that redefine the meaning of success. Sat & Sun 2p. Fri 7p. $10–$18

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As You Like It

WRIGHT HALL. “All the world’s a stage” & much more when the UC Davis Department of Theatre & Dance presents William Shakespeare’s comedy “As You Like It.” Directed by alum Josy Miller. 7p–9:30p. $5–$15

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Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock the Musical WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Based on the hit 2003 movie. Advisory: touches on adult themes. Fri & Sat. 7:30p—9:30p; Sun. 2p—4p. $9—30

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Explore the Downtown Davis art scene in this free, self-guided monthly art walk. Exhibits are hosted by galleries, art studios & businesses in Davis.

1. ARBORETUM ART WORKS 17 Arboretum Dr., Suites G & H | 5p–8p.

Visit the artist collective open studios featuring Thelma Weatherford, Joel Bresolin, Judy Catambay, & guest artist Amy Teutemacher.

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The Pence’s annual Holiday Market opens today with work by 60+ local artists, including candles, scarves, jewelry, original works of art, & more.

207 G St. | 7p–9p. Blanketed. View new mixed media paintings by Jack McTiernan that highlight the beauty in the shapes of manmade structures, like bridges and buildings.

117 D St. | 5p–9p. Visit the studio of local artists Harry Greer, Stephanie Peel, & Toni Rizzo. Mingle with the artists, bring a shirt to get a Secret Spot screen print, enjoy live music and vendors, & more.

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E St. Plaza | 5p–9p. Shop from arts, crafts, and vintage micro-business booths, plus free live music starting at 6p.

17 Arboretum Dr., Unit C | 5p–8p. Immigration and Migration. 3rd Space presents a group show of local artists making work around the theme of immigration and migration.

4. DELTA OF VENUS 122 B St. | 6:30p–8:30p. The Davis Hootenanny is a disability-inclusive music event hosted by Purple Tree Café. The Team Davis Singers kick off open mic, followed by Davis indie rock band, Stepdad Passport.

5. LOCAL KITCHENS 500 1st St., Ste. 13a | 5p–8p. The Eclectic Artist. Vic L. Bicomong is a self taught filipino artist showing a variety of art styles, from landscape to abstract, in oil, acrylic, & mixed media.

6. LOGOS BOOKS 513 2nd St. | 5p–8p. Summer in Cape Cod. Matt Connors’ paintings whimsically present the essence of a scene through the language of watercolor.

7. PENCE GALLERY 212 D St. | 6p–9p. View current exhibits, Twilight & Michael Mikolon: Garments, and enjoy a wine tasting by Twisted Cedar Wines.

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10. THE WARDROBE 117 D St. | 5p–8p. Reimagining. Explore the imaginative artistry of master artist Eduardo Guerra, a Cuban Postwar and contemporary artist, in illuminated Cuban colografia on handmade paper.

11. UNIVERSAL UNITARIAN CHURCH OF DAVIS 27074 Patwin Rd. | 12p–1p. Muusic at Noon! Free concert at the UU Church of Davis. Julie Hochman & friends will be presenting a program of Shostakovich, Haydn, Beethoven, & Schumann.

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1. Amy Teutemacher, Untitled. 2. Sophia Moore, Untitled. 3. Toni Rizzo, Bird & Burrito (detail). 4. Dr. Maria Jaoudi, A Communion of Intention (detail). 5. Jack McTiernan, Under the Rainbow (detail). 6. Matt Connors, Untitled (detail). 7. Vic L. Bicomong, Magsasaka (detail). 8. Holiday Market 2022. 9. Eduardo Guerra, Daniela Por Dentro (detail).

2ND FRIDAY ARTABOUT SPONSORED BY:

12. SPIRIT & NATURE GALLERY 1312 Cypress Ln. | 5p–7p. Spirit & Nature: Paintings. Dr. Maria Jaoudi’s paintings stem from studies in consciousness integrating science, nature, philosophies, and theories of perception in cultures, religious traditions, & literature.

ArtAbout is supported, in part, by a grant from the City of Davis Arts & Cultural Affairs program.

Full Details & Guides: theartery.net/2nd-friday-artabout | pencegallery.org/events/artabout/

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UC Davis Presents Gender-Bending As You Like It A modern approach to classic comedy

“All

the world’s a stage” and much more when the UC Davis Department of Theatre and Dance presents William Shakespeare’s comedy As You Like It. This telling is set in the contemporary world where everything—including gender—is fluid.

Directed by alumna Josy Miller (PhD, performance studies, ’15), the classic opens the department’s 2023-2024 season on Nov. 16 in the Main Theatre, Wright Hall.

The ambitious Duke Frederick has usurped the dukedom from his brother, the rightful Duke Senior, who has been banished. At an online gaming contest, Rosalind, daughter of the Duke Senior, becomes enamored of the gamer

Orlando. But before they can pursue their mutual attraction, Rosalind finds herself banished by her vengeful uncle.

Disguising herself as a young man, Rosalind, her cousin Celia and the court’s fool Touchstone flee to the Forest of Arden for refuge. Once there, the trio find themselves entangled in a series of rustic romances and Misadventures.

A pastoral comedy, this production artfully and humorously explores themes of love, gender fluidity, sexuality, and injustice.

“At core, As You Like It is about joy as a radical act of resilience and resistance in the midst of an unjust world,” Miller said. “A story that bravely explores the intersections of love, desire,

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gender, sexuality, and identity, every character experiences a transformation in relationship to these intersections – whether that is realizing belonging, embracing the fullness and complexity of their identity, or finally recognizing who it is they truly love.”

The production features original music by doctoral composition student Colin Minigan. The creative team also includes scenic design by instructor Ian Wallace, costume design by instructor Joanne Martin and lighting and media design by Assistant Professor Ethan Hollinger.

As You Like It runs Nov. 16, 17, 18, 30 and Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 2 at 2 p.m.

Adult tickets are $15, faculty/staff tickets are $12, and student/senior tickets are $5.

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new gallery in downtown Davis is making space for weird art and young artists.

Secret Spot—an art and music gallery and studio—hopes to be a haven for artists in the City who feel disconnected from the more established art scene.

Founded by local artists Toni Rizzo (@its_an_artiful_world), Harry Greer (@ brainmelter.pro), and Stephanie Peel (@ stephaniempeel), Secret Spot provides a space for young artists to show their work and be part of the vibrant art community in town.

“I was frustrated with the professional art scene in Davis,” Peel told The Dirt. “A lot of old-school artists and their friends giving opportunities to each other.”

By opening their own spot, they’re Outside Secret Spot during October’s 2nd Friday ArtAbout.

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Secret Spot is making space for the self-proclaimed “weird” art of Davis.

Secret Spot founders Toni Rizzo, Harry Greer, and Stephanie Peel pose inside their new gallery and studio space.

changing the game.

“We needed our own space for all the people who want to make weird art and be taken seriously,” Peel said. “We just want to make what we want to make and have a space for it.”

Secret Spot taps into the strong community of Davis with the pursuit of sharing, communicating, and working together. Their event calendar is vibrant—a testament to the community they’re building—from shows with local musicians and DJs, to poetry readings,

open mics, and vendor days.

“It’s truly about creating the coolest space ever, for everyone,” Rizzo told The Dirt. “We know we have abundance in this town, and that every business can thrive if we work together.”

Secret Spot is reflective of a longstanding and flourishing arts community, but its manifestation is completely new.

Greer grew up in Davis, and has been privy to the “little gems” of fringe art that have been around for years, but were hard to access or find out about.

“Having a legit spot that’s right downtown, creating a space that is accessible to anyone who is interested… it’s exactly what Davis needs,” Greer told The Dirt.

“There were no opportunities for odd, out-there kinds of stuff. It’s amazing that we’re getting to create a space where that is celebrated and visible.”

Secret Spot is located at 117 D Street.

Follow on Instagram @secret_spot_davis for information about their coming events; send a DM if you’d like to get involved as a vendor or artist.

We needed our own space for all the people who want to make weird art and be taken seriously.

STEPHANIE PEEL

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