The Dirt: March 2024

EDITOR’S NOTE

•March is Women's History Month and while considering a cover for this issue—this work spoke to me. Clarence Major’s “Camellia” is part of the Four For The Figure exhibit, at the John Natsoulas Gallery all month. It's well worth your time.

This month marks one full year for me as publisher and editor of The Dirt. It feels like I learn something new, meet someone new every day because of The Dirt. It’s a joy.

Over the past year, our paper has changed quite a bit and I really hope you’ve noticed. We’ve added more pages of local content from our team of contributors and interns. They’re covering arts & culture news you won’t find anywhere else in Yolo County!

We connect with thousands of community members weekly through our Email Club and daily on our Instagram account. Our free events calendar continues to grow, proving folks in our area are committed to community and engaging with one another. Thank you to every one who’s picked up a copy of this community journalism project over the last year. Thank you to our advertising partners who make it all possible.

Let’s keep publishing things, huh?

HANNA NAKANO

Editor & Publisher

@thedirt.davis @hannanakano

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SPRING HOLIDAYS

MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS

PHILANTHROPY

UCD PROF IN VENICE SHOW

ARTABOUT GUIDE

MARCH EVENTS

DAVIS NIGHT MARKET

THE BONEYARD ART SHOW

THE DIRT•DAVIS VOL. 15 · NO. 3 · MARCH 2024 · THEDIRT.ONLINE

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EVENTS EDITOR

Allie Wydick

FOOD EDITOR

ON THE COVER

Image: Clarence Major, “Camilla” (detail)

From the Four for the Figure exhibit at the John Natsoulas Gallery. The exhibit features four artists whose figurative art addresses their unique experiences and the African American ethos.

Sandra Violet Clark DESIGNER

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NIGHT MARKET

WOMEN IN PHILANTHROPY

DIY ART SHOWS

Photo by: @hiandhellophoto

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This ain’t Texas, but line dancing is thriving in Davis. Pull up your boots and boogie with Davis Line Dance for free each Sunday this Spring at Davis Community Church.

March is Women’s History Month, and this year we’re giving you an assignment: send a message of support or thanks to a woman who makes a difference in your community.

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Diagnosed with or suspected ADHD? A Women’s ADHD support group meets the 3rd Thursday of every month at the Stephens Branch Library. Bring a friend!

Celebrate the history of Afro Brazilian dance in a workshop hosted by International House Davis. The 8-session series welcomes drop-ins, but pro tip: enroll in the full program for a more enriching experience.

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Whether you’re a storied crochet artist or new to the world of knitting, a craft circle at Stephens Branch Library on Tuesdays aims to bring fiber artists together for friendship & community.

EDITOR’S PICKS

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

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An open house chat-sesh with a certified birth doula without making an appointment or dealing with insurance? Yes, please. Hosted by Sweet Peas Davis March 8; register online.

Meet author Clara Ward, celebrating the release of their new book Be the Sea at Avid Reader March 14. Ward will be joined in conversation by Betsy Miller.

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The Artery continues its 50th Anniversary Celebration with a vibrant display of creativity. Painting with Fabric and Thread displays artistic range—abstract, realism, quilting, embroidery, and silk painting. Open all month.

A showsupercalifragilisticexpialidocious this month at Davis Musical Theatre Company, as Disney & Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins, Jr. hits the stage, teaching even grown-ups a lesson or two.

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With musical influences like John Prine, Emmylou Harris and Dolly Parton, Alma Russ brings her North Carolina roots music to Davis. The Alma Russ Band plays Watermelon Music’s Melon Ball, March 14.

WHERE TO CELEBRATE THIS MONTH

MARCH HOLIDAY GUIDE

MARCH 10 RAMADAN

CELEBRATE: March 10, 9p Salam Center, Sacramento

Join to celebrate the first Taraweeh Night & join for Taraweeh Prayers—5 to 7 minutes after Isha’a prayer.

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SPRING EQUINOX

CELEBRATE:

March 22, 7p—8:30p. Village Homes Community Center, Davis

Connective experience welcoming Spring energy. Set intentions and drop into deep rest through breathwork and guided meditation that will lead you into an immersive 45-min sound bath. The evening will close with tea service, burning ceremony, and connection with the community. $30

MARCH 25

HOLI

CELEBRATE:

Event in April: UCD Indian Student Association will release information soon about their on-campus Holi celebration.

MARCH 23 PURIM

CELEBRATE:

March 24, 5:30p.

Congregation B’nai Israel, Sacramento Register online for a pasta dinner by 03/18. Beer & wine available. Join after for reading of the Megillah followed by an on-stage Purimspiel by the B’nai Israel Players. $10–$16.

MARCH 29

GOOD FRIDAY CELEBRATEMarch 29, 7p University Covenant Church, Davis Good Friday Tenebrae service “Hope in the Shadows.”

MARCH 31 EASTER

CELEBRATE: March 31, 6:30a—7a. University Covenant Church Lawn, Davis

Join for acoustic worship, scripture reading & a time of prayer as you watch the sunrise.

Allie Wydick, The Dirt

MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS: YOLO COUNTY

By Emma Shandy Anway, MS LMFT

The Liminal Space

This is a funny time of year in Yolo County. We’ve got daffodils sprouting up and cherry blossoms blooming, while still experiencing morning temps that require both gloves and winter coats on the bike ride to school. Not quite spring, but no longer in the depths of winter.

This season is a literal representation of liminal space—a time of in-between.

This in-between time doesn’t just happen in nature, we regularly pass through many of these liminal spaces in different seasons of our lives. When we find ourselves in our own experiences of liminality—the time between what was and what’s next—it’s easy to become agitated and restless. We are so eager to hurry up to what may be on the horizon that it becomes difficult to stay in the present.

Brene Brown, arguably the world’s leading expert on concepts such as shame and vulnerability, has her own term for the concept of liminal space, calling it “day 2”. “Day 2 is when you’re ‘in the dark’—the door has closed behind you,” Brown said. “You’re too far in to turn around and not close enough to the end to see the light.”

During this time, it’s not uncommon for experiences of anxiety and depression to spike. Feelings of hopelessness, despair and overwhelm, too. If you are reading all of this and nodding your head, you are not alone.

It could be that you are a senior in college, having completed so much work and yet not quite to graduation month, a professor, this close to tenure but still slightly out of reach, or an expectant parent, through the intensity of the first trimester but still

5 Simple Ways to Ground Yourself

• Take a walk with a friend.

not at the birth of your baby.

As a parent myself, I am constantly moving in and out of liminal spaces. One day I was crying at 2 a.m. holding my newborn wondering if I’d ever sleep again, and now I am finding myself waving goodbye to him as he happily walks into nursery school (after a full night’s sleep!).

As life carries on we can rely on the fact that it will come with chapters of liminality, and ensuring you have the right support during this time makes all the difference.

I made it through that specific “day 2” of sleeplessness and overwhelm with the support of good friends, weekly meetings with my therapist, and finding tiny moments throughout the day to pause, and take a few deep, regulating breaths.

If you find yourself in this middle space, there are many things you can try to alleviate the dissonance. Connect with people navigating the same situation as you, try cultivating a mindfulness practice through an app at home or a yoga class in town, work with a therapist, or find a nourishing way to move your body. Anything that grounds you or connects you with others will help you put one foot in front of the other as you walk toward spring.

• Write a gratitude list. • Get off social media for a day.

• Listen to a podcast that makes you laugh. • Draw a picture.

POWER IN NUMBERS

Women Make a Difference in Philanthropy

Alocal women-operated philanthropy group proves there’s power in numbers—donating more than a quarter-million dollars in just a few years.

100+ Women Who Care is a group of women from all walks of life and varying financial backgrounds, who directly impact Yolo County in a positive way through collective giving.

“There are many ways to support the community, but not everyone has the capacity to volunteer large amounts of time or make major gifts,” director and founder Julie Martin told The Dirt. “One of the

goals of this group was to provide a way to make a big positive impact with a relatively low time and financial commitment.”

Here’s how it works: each member pledges to give $100 each quarter ($400 a year) to support local nonprofits. Quarterly meetings allow membership to hear presentations from select nonprofits— and vote on who will be the quarterly recipient. Majority rules.

Since their first meeting in November 2016, 100+ Women Who Care has donated more than $340-thousand dollars to 24 unique nonprofit organizations in

Yolo County. Past recipients have included Meals on Wheels Yolo County, Yolo Crisis Nursery, and Yolo Food Bank.

“I also love that it connects nonprofits with a community of women interested in supporting their work,” Martin said. “One of the things we have missed from being virtual over the past four years is being able to ask questions and hear directly from the nonprofit representatives. We are so excited to be restarting our in-person meetings to bring back these connections and make the giving circle gatherings a fun community experience.”

NEXT MEETING: MAY 16

7p—8:30p, Sudwerk Brewing Co, 2001 2nd Street, Davis

Note from Julie: Everyone is welcome! No RSVP or reservation required. Only members can vote, but you don’t have to be a member to come check it out. New members are welcome anytime and commit to at least one year. Head to 100wwcyolo.org to join or learn more.

Hanna Nakano, The Dirt

Photo Courtesy: 100+ Women Who Care.

UC DAVIS ART PROFESSOR TAPPED FOR INTERNATIONAL VENICE BIENNALE EXHIBITION

Beatriz Cortez Joins in Year of Expanded Focus on Marginalized Identities

UC

Davis art professor Beatriz Cortez has been invited to participate in the prestigious Venice Biennale arts and culture showcase, marking the first time in 40 years a current faculty member has been tapped for the honor.

Cortez’s participation continues the university’s rich legacy of innovation, exceptional teaching and practice of the arts. She joins the ranks of art department faculty, including William T. Wiley (1972, 1980) and Roy De Forest (1980), to exhibit at the world-renowned exhibition.

Born in San Salvador, El Salvador, Cortez is a multidisciplinary artist and sculptor. She joined the faculty as associate professor of art in fall of 2023 following a visiting professorship in The California Studio: Manetti Shrem Artist Residencies.

“I am so thrilled and honored to be the first artist from El Salvador to be included in the international art exhibition of the Venice Biennale, and to be one of few Latinx artists based in the United States who have been invited,” Cortez said. “It is a beautiful manifestation of the communities and individuals whose voices and labor mark my work, and who have supported and inspired me in multiple ways throughout the years.”

Cortez’s work explores simultaneity, life in different temporalities, and imaginaries of the future, particularly in relation to memory and loss in the aftermath of war and the experience of immigration.

“This tremendous achievement is a testament to the level of talent Beatriz brings to UC Davis,” Estella Atekwana, dean of the College of Letters and Science, said. “Beatriz is already playing a powerful role in increasing our collaborations across our arts programs and departments and helping to elevate our arts community as a whole in national and international recognition.”

The 60th International Art Exhibition is titled “Stranieri Ovunque,” or “Foreigners Everywhere,” and will run April 20 through Nov. 24.

Laura Compton and Maria Sestito, for The Dirt

Beatriz Cortez, Photo By: Ruben Diaz.

The Big Fix Addresses Growing Concern

Alocal pet food store is taking part in a national campaign aimed at addressing pet overpopulation in California.

Pet Food Express has launched a new campaign dedicated to supporting spay and neuter initiatives in California. It’s called e Big Fix, and you can be a part of it by buying a toy to provide nancial sup-

port for essential spay and neuter services.

“Every year, too many animals su er due to overpopulation, leading to strained resources and, in some cases, homelessness. e Big Fix is our response to this pressing issue,” Denyelle Bruno, Pet Food Express CEO said in a statement. “We’re committed to making a tangible di erence in the lives of pets and

their families.”

e exclusive, limited-edition toys from Snugarooz, known as Big Fix Friends (BFFs) can be found online and in the Pet Food Express store in Davis.

Half the retail price of each toy will be directed to ten non-pro t, public-facing, low-cost, or sliding-scale spay and neuter clinic programs in California.

The Dirt

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

ARBORETUM ART WORKS

17 Arboretum Dr, Suites G & H | 5p—7:30p. Visit the working artist collective to meet and see the work of 8 local artists.

THE ARTERY

207 G St | 6p—9p. Painting with Fabric and read. View an exhibit featuring ber art by 4 of e Artery’s artists, joined by 7 other local artists. Enjoy the artistic range of ber work – orals, landscapes, quilting, embroidery, silk painting, and more.

BOHÈME CLOTHING & GIFTS

409 3rd St | 5:30p—7:30p. Celebrating International Women’s Day. Led by local artist Olga Taran, bring the kids for a fun and educational pop-up card making experience while celebrating women. Complimentary snacks & refreshments, plus a chocolate rose for women with any purchase.

DAVIS CRAFT & VINTAGE FAIR

E St Plaza | 5p—9p (weather permitting). Shop from arts, cra s, and vintage microbusinesses’ booths, plus free live music.

JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY

521 1st St | 7p—9p. Four for the Figure. Reception for a new exhibit featuring four artists whose gurative art addresses their unique experiences and the African American ethos.

LOGOS BOOKS

513 2nd St | 5p—8p. Changing Habitats. View work by Carol Brent Levin, a member of the California Society of Printmakers, whose work explores natural wonders with an awareness of the impact humans have on the environment.

THE PAINT CHIP

217 F St | 6p—8:30p. Nature Watercolors by Leslie Allen. Reception for the artist, who creates vibrant and detailed watercolor paintings from her photography of animals and nature.

PENCE GALLERY

212 D St | 6p—9p. View work by 40 local artists in the Davis Art Studio Tour Preview Exhibit, plus browse paintings in another new exhibit, Erica Norelius: Natural Places & Urban Spaces. View paintings and collages in continuing exhibit, Gina Werfel & Hearne Pardee: Fragments

SECRET SPOT

117 D St | 5p—9p. YOU 2.0. e Secret Spot hosts their next open call group show highlighting a variety of art made by community members.

3RD SPACE ART COLLECTIVE

17 Arboretum Dr, Unit C | 6p—9p. Life on Earth. Featuring 20+ artists from the UC Davis Graduate Group in Ecology, this engaging exhibit bridges the realms of art and science in an enriching exploration of ecological complexity.

UNIVERSAL UNITARIAN CHURCH OF DAVIS

27074 Patwin Rd | 12p—1p. (Off-Map Event) Muusic at Noon Free Concert! Visit the UU Church of Davis for a live performance of Bach Suites by cellist Alexandra Roedder on a 1743 Baroque cello.

RECIPE: WHOLE ORANGE OLIVE OIL CAKE

WHOLE ORANGE OLIVE OIL CAKE

Iput a whole orange in the blender—skin, pith, and fruit.

Disappointed by orange cakes that weren’t orange-y enough, I decided to go all in on making my own. After loads of tinkering (and tragic amounts of cake tasting) I arrived with this cake I could not stop eating. Crazy moist, playful (I mean, we get to blend an orange skin and all), and bursting with seasonal citrus.

This is the cake for the best oranges only. Rainwater Ranch oranges are my favorite, and thinner-skinned (less pith) is the best choice.

I spent a day harvesting with Lauren McNees of Rainwater who reminded me washing your produce is a must.

“It’s so important to wash oranges well to remove the wax and coloring that is commonly sprayed on grocery store oranges,” she said.

While there’s no wax on local oranges, washing is still important if you’re using the zest or whole oranges as this cake does.

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

RECIPE

45 minutes • 8”x 8” cake, serves 6-9

ingredients: CAKE

• 1½ c. unbleached flour

• ¾-1 c. sugar

• 2½ tsp. baking powder

• ¼ tsp. baking soda

• ½ tsp. sea salt

• 3 eggs

• ½ c. plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole preferred)

• ½ c. olive oil + additional 1 tsp. to oil the pan

• 1 whole unpeeled orange, seeds removed and cut into quarters

• ½ orange zested or a few drops of orange oil (if desired)

• 1 teaspoon almond extract

Orange Cream

• 1 c. heavy whipping cream

• ½ c. powdered sugar

• ½ c. plain Greek yogurt

• ½ orange, zested

• Sliced or chopped oranges to top

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, soda and salt together in large bowl.

2. Blend eggs for 3 minutes or until nearly doubled in volume. Mix in olive oil and Greek yogurt, followed by the cut orange, additional orange zest or oil, and almond extract. Puree until super smooth.

3. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and scrape the wet ingredient mixture in. Gently fold to combine the cake batter.

4. Coat an 8”x8” pan with oil. Pour batter into pan and bake for 35 minutes or until the cake is springy, bouncing back to the touch, or a toothpick comes out clean.

5. While the cake bakes, whip cream with yogurt, powdered sugar, and orange zest. Chill until the cake is out and cooled. Before serving, generously slather orange cream on top and decorate with loads of sliced or chopped oranges.

BONUS POINTS

Swap: replace the orange with 1-2 Meyer lemons or another citrus fruit (thin pith only—it’s bitter!).

Add: Up the orange by adding the zest of an extra orange.

Get fancy: Mix the orange slices on top with clementines and kumquats.

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

THIS MONTH MARCH

ART

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GRAND OPENING and “YOU 2.0” show

SECRET SPOT. Check out everything the space has to offer during store hours or come see our “YOU 2.0” show during 2nd Friday ArtAbout in the evening from 5p—9p. “YOU 2.0” is an open call art show that highlights the community on an individual level. 10a—9p. Free

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Four for the Figure Exhibition Reception

JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Peer into the intensely intricate and lyrical worlds of four prolific artists, including Larry Clark, Dr. Clarence Major, Kevin Snipes, and Ira Watkins, all of whom channel their aesthetics through canvas and ceramics to explore the figure character and to celebrate their shared African American identity. 7p—9p. Free

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2nd Friday ArtAbout at the Pence Gallery

PENCE GALLERY. Visit for the opening

reception of the Davis Art Studio Tour Preview Exhibit and Erica Norelius: Natural Places & Urban Spaces, as well as view more art on display. 6p—9p. Free

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2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception: Carol Brent Levin

LOGOS BOOKS. Carol Brent Levin has taken art classes at local community colleges and workshops in northern California. Although she enjoys sketching and painting, photography and printmaking have become her main avenues for artistic expression. 5p—8p. Free

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Crochet Club with Tobi Onadeko PENCE GALLERY. Looking for a new hobby or want to learn a new skill? Join artist Tobi Onadeko for crochet sessions. With more than 10 years of experience crocheting, Tobi is passionate about fostering community and will teach you some helpful tips and tricks. 12p—2p. $15—$22

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Photography Club of Davis STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. The meeting will feature a photo critique of member-submitted images. 7:30p—9p. Free

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Free Artist Demonstrations

THE ARTERY. Quilting demonstration by Marjan Kluepfel and weaving a chenille scarf on a floor loom by Robin Lynde. 12p—3p. Free

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Art in Action: Putah Creek Fauna “Sketch or Sculpt”

PENCE GALLERY. Discover the animals of Putah Creek! Explore and examine a variety of taxidermy specimens, pelts, and replica skulls including beavers, raccoons, owls, and more. Create detailed illustrations and clay sculptures highlighting the unique appearance, form, and structure of each creature. Art in Action engages kids in art projects that are fun, creative, and collaborative with their family members. This is a drop-in program for ages 5-12, with no pre-registration required. 1p—3p. $4—$8

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Kid’s Painting Masterclasses with Kristina Kernytska

THE ARTERY. Learn to paint with acrylic, how the color wheel works, and more from Kristina Kernytska, talented painter and tutor, experienced with different age groups.

BRING THE KIDS! LOOK FOR THE BALLOON BESIDE THE LISTING.

Photo by Melyna Valle on Unsplash.

Each participant will complete a painting from a photo of the Arboretum. All materials are provided. For kids 8+. 1p—3p. $30

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Adult’s Painting Masterclasses with Kristina Kernytska

THE ARTERY. Learn to paint with acrylic, how the color wheel works, and more from Kristina Kernytska, talented painter and tutor, experienced with different age groups. Each participant will complete a painting from a photo of the Arboretum. All materials are provided. For adults. 4p—6p. $30

ART SHOWS: CONTINUING

MAR 1—MAR 25

Painting with Fabric and Thread

THE ARTERY. March is fiber month with a vibrant display of creativity. This show displays an amazing artistic range—abstract, realism, florals, landscapes, quilting, embroidery, silk painting. Free

MAR 1—MAR29

Rachel Li and Evelyn Alvarez Exhibit GALLERY 1855. March’s exhibit features the work of Rachel Li and Evelyn Alvarez. Both artists are Art Students at UCD. Evelyn states through her work she aims to show discomfort, vulnerability and distress caused by the disconnect between the mind and the body. Rachel states in the realm of her canvases, reality dances with the extraordinary, and the mundane transforms into the magical. 8a—3p. Free

MAR 1—APR 28

Erica Norelius: Natural Places & Urban Spaces

PENCE GALLERY. Erica Norelius’ new series of work offers an in-depth dive into the natural spaces of the Golden State, reaching from the coastal cities and desert areas, north towards Oregon. Equally compelling are her captivating cityscapes, which capture the busy highways and urban street life of Oakland and San Francisco. Free

MAR 8—APR 3

Davis Art Studio Tour Preview Exhibit

PENCE GALLERY. Enjoy previewing artwork by 40 artists participating in the annual Davis Art Studio Tour (Tour on Apr. 13—14). A diverse sampling of ceramics, textiles, photography, painting, sculpture, and more will be on display at the Pence Gallery. Free

THRU APR 2

Gina Werfel & Hearne Pardee: Fragments

PENCE GALLERY. Fragments highlights recent paintings, collages, and drawings of Gina Werfel and Hearne Pardee. Both have recently retired from teaching at UC Davis, having spent more than 20 years teaching art, in addition to maintaining busy studio practices. Despite the differences between their respective work, they each approach their practice with the intent of layering or fragmenting multiple points of view or perspectives. Free

THRU APR 21

STILL: Racism in America, A Retrospective in Cartoons

UCD DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition explores racism through cartoons, showcasing the work of pioneering father/daughter cartoonists the late Brumsic Brandon, Jr. & Barbara Brandon-Croft who chronicled the nation’s cultural landscape in their comic strips through the lens of racism. 12p—4p. Free

THRU MAY 6

Shiva Ahmadi: Strands of Resilience

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. UCD Professor of Art Shiva Ahmadi uses painting as a form of storytelling, combining luminous colors & mystical beings with violent imagery to draw attention to global issues of migration, war & brutality against marginalized peoples while featuring the female figure. Free

THRU MAY 6

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

THRU JUNE 1

Alicia Eggert: This Present Moment, 2019—2022 MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Eggert uses language & time as her mediums, playing with our experience of time, using the effects of neon signage. Free

THRU JUNE 16

Pyro Futures

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Engage in collective speculation on the transformative nature of fire & the ways it can change the materiality of California’s landscapes. Through interactive displays & inquiry, visitors can explore the future of fire in the Golden State. Free

THRU JUNE 24

Deborah Butterfield: P.S.

These are not horses

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

ATHLETICS

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Aggie Women’s Basketball

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Aggies vs UCSD. 6p. Free

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UCD Women’s Gymnastics

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION

CENTER. Aggies vs. Illinois State & Alaska Anchorage. 7p. Free

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Aggie Women’s Basketball

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Aggies vs. Long Beach State. 1p. Free

BOOKS & TALK

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Reading Buddies

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Come practice with a reading buddy! UCD students Lela & Vanessa are available Mon & Sat afternoons to help improve reading skills. Ages 5-12. Free

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Poetry Night Reading Series

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

Photo by Phil Hearing on Unsplash

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2024 Environmental Law Society Symposium

UCD SCHOOL OF LAW, King Hall. The symposium will feature three panels exploring the multiple benefits of habitat restoration, species reintroduction and how to address the potential legal, policy, and social challenges of rewilding. Panelists will include attorneys, scientists, researchers, civil servants, and non-profit professionals. 8a—3p. Free

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Stories on Stage Davis: Anara Guard & Kiik Araki-Kawaguchi

PENCE GALLERY. First, an excerpt from Like A Complete Unknown by Anara Guard will be read by Kellie Raines. Second, two selections from The Book of Kane and Margaret by Kiik Araki-Kawaguchi will be read by Sara Matsui-Colby. Copies of the authors’ books, purchased in partnership with Avid Reader, will be available for purchase and signing. 7:30p—9p. Free, donations accepted

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Author Event: Clara Ward

AVID READER. Experience the joy of the sea with author Clara Ward to celebrate the release of their new book: Be the Sea. Ward will be joined in conversation by Betsy Miller. 6:30p—7:30p. Free

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Artists Talk with Gina Werfel & Hearne Pardee

PENCE GALLERY. Join artists Gina Werfel and Hearne Pardee at the Pence as they discuss their process and inspiration behind their respective recent work in their exhibit Fragments. 3p—4:30p. Free

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Local Author Night

AVID READER. Join us in celebrating local authors! Meet Dick Holdstock, Elvia Rubald, Michelle Bailey, Larry Greer, and more! 6p—7:30p. Free

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Art History Lecture Series: Allison Grenda

ZOOM. Hosted by the Pence Gallery, historian Allison Grenda speaks on The Parthenon Through the Ages: From Ancient Rituals to Modern Controversies in an online talk. 1p—2p. Free, suggested $10 donation

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Library Storytime

PIONEER PARK. Every 2nd & 4th Thursday for a morning of stories & songs. For ages 3-6. Weather permitting. 11a. Free

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The Health Effects of Loneliness and Isolation

ZOOM. Human beings are social creatures with a powerful fundamental need to belong. Join in an online discussion with Dr. Rebecca Boxer of UC Davis Healthy Aging on this topic. She will share insights, data and recent research on the health and psychological effects of isolation and prolonged loneliness. Time for audience Q & A will be included. This free

lecture is hosted by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UC Davis. 10a—11:30a. Free

COMMUNITY

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DPNS Open House

DAVIS PARENT NURSERY SCHOOL. Come see what our play-based, cooperative preschool is all about! Play and chat with staff and current families. 9a—12p. Free

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Gardening Q&A Desk

LOWES, West Sac. The UCCE Yolo County Master Gardeners Questions & Answers Desk is open at Lowes on the first & third Saturdays of the month. Led by Master Gardener Janet Branaman and open to the public. 10a—12p. Free

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Sunday Funday

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Drop-in family enrichment pro-

grams every Sunday! 2p—5p. Free

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Open House: Grasshoppers, Crickets & Katydids

BOHART MUSEUM OF ENTOMOLOGY. Fascinating expert talk on grasshoppers, crickets & katydids, followed by a Q&A and museum open house. Talk at 1p. 1p—4p. Free

4, 11, 18, 25

Anticipatory Grief Support Group

ZOOM. Whether you’re a patient, a family member, or close friend, this support group is designed to help you process what you’re feeling, nd companionship and perspective from others, and nd a pathway forward with dignity and even hope for a meaningful parting and transition to the next stage of your journey. 6p—7p. Free

5, 12, 19, 26

Knitting & Crochet Circle

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Join on Tuesdays & bring a project to work on while visiting with your neighbors. 5:30p—7p. Free

8

Meet and Greet with Doula Cameron Seeberger

SWEET PEAS DAVIS. Meet Doula, Cameron Seeberger, MA, CD (DONA) Certi ed Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula Childbirth Educator. She will be here to answer all of your questions. Register online. 3:30p—4:30p. Free

9

Women in Science Expo (WISE) PEREGRINE SCHOOL. Student and scientist presentations, demos and static displays. El Fogoncito food truck on site. 11a—2p. Free

10

Odd Fellows Bingo

ODD FELLOWS HALL. A wonderful way for the community to support the many needy non-pro t organizations here in Davis. Each month, Davis Odd Fellows Bingo! connects with a local organization that needs assistance. Open to all adults. 12p—4p. $12

10

Cuts for a Cause

CREATIVE HAIR & SPA. In honor of International Women’s Month, the stylists at Creative Hair & Spa are donating their time to cut hair and raise money to empower women and girls. All funds will go to Soroptimist International of Davis. 10a—2:15p. Suggested Donation $40

11

Meet and Greet with Lactation Consultant

SWEET PEAS DAVIS. Meet our special guest Lisa Paradis, a Lactation Consultant who will be here to answer your questions. Register online. 10a—12p. Free

21

Women’s ADHD Support Group STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. e goal of this group is to help women with diagnosed or suspected ADHD to support one another. A er group agreements are read, we will have a 30—60 minutes ADHD educational component. e remaining time will be for general discussion, sharing resources, and planning

for the next meeting. 6:30p—8p. Free

22

Spring Equinox Ritual & Sound Bath

VILLAGE HOMES COMMUNITY CENTER. Join for a nourishing and connective experience as we welcome in the Spring energy. We will set intentions and drop into deep rest through breathwork and guided meditation that will lead you into an immersive 45-min sound bath. e evening will close with tea service, a burning ceremony, and connection with the community. Please arrive by 6:50p to nd and set up your “nest” for the sound journey. 7p—8:30p. $30

27

Davis Travelaires Day Trip: Sierra Nevada Brewery

DAY TRIP. A er several years of tinkering with home brewing, Sierra Nevada Brewing Company founders Ken Grossman and Paul Camusi opened their Chico brewery in 1980. We will tour Brewhouse, try four delicious Sierra Nevada beers and enjoy lunch at their Tap Room. 9a—4:45p. $120

FITNESS

1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Free Yoga Fridays

ARROYO PARK. Join a community for free yoga at the park. 9a—10a. Free

2, 9, 16, 23

Very Beginning Ballet (Adults)

VILLAGE HOMES. Learn ballet basics with instructors from Applegate Dance! Perfect for adults & teens new to ballet. 10a—11a. $15

2, 9, 16, 23

Gentle Barre Exercise Class

VILLAGE HOMES. A slower-paced tness class to gently strengthen, align & mobilize your body. All levels welcome! Bare feet or non-slip socks are recommended. 11a. $15

FOOD & DRINK

3

Wine & Girl Scout Cookie Paring

GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. We will be pairing 4 wines and cookies. Funds raised will go to Girl Scouts Troop 163 in Davis. ey are fundraising to help Davis Community Meals and Housing. 12p—4p. $30

6, 13, 20, 27

Woodstock’s Weekly Pies and Pints WOODSTOCK’S. First pint is full price, but you get to keep the glass—& every pint a er that is 50% o for the night. Ask the bartenders when you arrive. 8p to close.

13

Teen St. Patrick’s Day Cookie Decorating

DIXON LIBRARY. A er school, come & decorate free St. Patrick’s Day Cookies with your favorite toppings to make them even tastier! is event is geared towards tweens & teens ages 10 to 18. 3p—4p. Free

21

Honey + Cheese Pairing Workshop

THE HIVE. Cheesemonger Roxanne O’Brien teams up with varietal honey educator, Amina Harris to lead this immersive and interactive workshop where you’ll learn how varietal honeys and cheeses work together, engage all your senses indulge in cheeses, varietal honeys, charcuterie, prosecco, mead and a honey mocktail. 5p—6:30p. $75

30

Breakfast with the Bunny

ODD FELLOWS HALL. Enjoy the Odd Fellow’s annual Breakfast with the Bunny! Register online in advance. 8a—11a. $tbd

MUSIC

1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Friday Folk Music Jam Sessions

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

2

Ilse Pastor Live

DAVIS WINE BAR. A seasoned piano player and dedicated teacher, Ilse has two decades of personal piano mastery and a background in cognitive neuroscience. Ilse o ers a unique blend of musical skills she calls the Brainiac Pianist. 6p—9p. Free

3 Weird Harold Live

MELON BALL. e galumphing return of the quirky, hard-rockin’ theatrical trio that vanished mysteriously 13 years ago. Hilarious, bawdy and full of double-entendres. Bring your ear plugs. 5p—7:30p. $20

5, 19

Live Jazz: Jim Frink Trio

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

NOWRUZ CONCERT

The Persian New Year

Saturday, March 16 | 6-9-pm International House Davis

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April

6, 20

Davis Independent Music Initiative Song Doctor

ZOOM. Communal Songwriting workshop & critique. Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday. Have your lyrics ready to screen share! All are welcome! 8p. Free

7

Fellow Pynins play Thursday Live!

DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. Fellow Pynins is an Ashland, Oregon based award winning contemporary folk duo with a keen and bucolic sense of vocal harmony and song cra anchored in the balladry tradition. In 2019, they were named by NPR’s Bob Boilen as one of the best Tiny Desk submissions. 7p—9p. Donations strongly appreciated

8 Arson Whales Live

THE MELON BALL. An American indie-psychedelic rock band, the group is a collaboration of Northern California musicians led by Linda Brancato, a proli c singer/songwriter. 8p—10p. $20

8

Muusic at Noon!

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH. Cellist Alexandra Roedder holds degrees in music from UC Berkeley, baroque cello from the Royal Conservatory of the Hague, as well as her doctorate in musicology and her master’s in cello performance from UCLA. 12p—1p. Free

9

Chicken & Dumpling Live

DAVIS WINE BAR. An acoustic blues duo featuring Charles “Chicken” Oriel on guitar and Julia “Dumpling” Simon on bass.

Chicken & Dumpling plays the down-home blues of artists like Robert Johnson, Big Bill Broonzy, and Muddy Waters. 6p—9p. Free

14

Alma Russ Band Live

MELON BALL. Alma Russ brings roots music from North Carolina to Davis. In uences include: John Prine, Emmylou Harris, Dolly Parton. 8p—10p. $20

16

Chamber Music: Rachmaninoff, Ellen Zwilich, Brahms

EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF ST. MARTIN. is concert continues the season’s exploration of pieces by illustrious German composer Johannes Brahms, as well as incorporating pieces by Ellen Zwilich and Sergei Rachmanino . 7:30—9:30p. $30 gen, Free for students

16

Ecstatic Dance Davis with Izzy Wise

VILLAGE HOMES. Ecstatic Dance is an intentional, playful, joyful, freeform, all-ages, substance-free, daytime dance party. 11:30a—1:30p. $15

17

Lael Neale with special guest Lillian Frances ODD FELLOWS HALL. Davis Live Music

Collective presents: LAEL NEALE. Lael Neale still has a ip phone and there were no screens involved in the creation of her new record Star Eaters Delight. e album is her second for Sub Pop and reveals an expansion of her sonic collaboration with producer and accompanist Guy Blakeslee. 6p—8:30p. $15

20 Slow Jazz Jam

DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. e focus will be slower ballads and bossas designed to be a supportive space to get you soloing over jazz standards. 3p—5p. Free

22

That One Guy Live MELON BALL. With an extensive and amazing track record of unique and imaginative performances featuring his curious instrument and copious amounts of originality, Mike Silverman, aka at1Guy, has set himself apart as a true one-of-a-kind talent that rivals any other artist currently in the entertainment industry. 8p—10p. $20

24

New Harmony Jazz Band Live

CENTRAL PARK. Enjoy two free sets of Big Band, Swing, and Latin jazz while you peruse the Davis Cra & Vintage Fair. 11a—1p. Free

27

Experienced Jazz Jam

DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. is jam is for musicians who are pro cient at their instrument and have experience playing in jazz jams, ensembles or otherwise feel con dent to improvise a solo in a jazz jam session. Register in advance. 3p—5p. Free

Photo by Manny Becerra on Unsplash

30

Al Vasquez Trio Live

DAVIS WINE BAR. Each of these musicians possess a musical resume for the record books. 6p—9p. Free

NIGHT LIFE

1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Karaoke Night

TOMMY J’S. Every Friday with KJ Incubus. 10p.

2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Parkside Bar Themed Party

PARKSIDE BAR. Every Saturday, come to Parkside for a di erent themed party. Featuring Sacramento’s best DJs playing Top 40 Hits & bar anthems. 10p—1:30a.

2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Karaoke Night

UNIVERSITY OF BEER. Every Sat. 9p. Free

3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Sunday Trivia

THREE MILE BREWING. King

Trivia App. All ages. 6p.

5, 12, 19, 26

G Street Karaoke Night

G STREET WUNDERBAR. Every Tuesday night. 10p. Free

6, 13, 20, 27

Trivia & Open Mic

G STREET WUNDERBAR. Every Wednesday trivia starts at 8p & open mic starts at 10p. Free

6, 13, 20, 27

Trivia Wednesday

UNIVERSITY OF BEER. 21+. Games @ 9p.

6, 13, 20, 27

The Pub Quiz with Dr. Andy SUDWERK BREWING CO. Local Quizmaster Dr. Andy entertains and challenges teams of up to six with 31 questions on a variety of topics you should know something about, such as history, literature, pop culture, geography, internet culture, and science. 7p—9p. Free

7, 14, 21, 28

No Brain Drain Trivia

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

7, 14, 21, 28

Trivia Thursday

WOODSTOCK’S. Trivia, beer, and pizza! Trivia sign-ups @ 8:45p; game @ 9p. Free

OUTSIDE

3

Tours of the City of Davis Wetland CITY OF DAVIS WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT. First Sundays. In-person tours run rain or shine, except in the instances of ooding. Reservation required. March—Aug, 9a—11a. Free

6, 13, 20, 27

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

17

Tours of the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area YOLO BYPASS WILDLIFE AREA. In-person tours run rain or shine, except in instances of ooding. Reservations required. Tours do not run in July, August, & September. 9a—12p. Free

SCREEN

1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Senior Film Friday

DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Watch a lm and enjoy popcorn with friends. Check out the Senior Center’s website for a list of lm selections. 12:30p. Free

10

Local Filmmakers Screen New Documentary Open Country ODD FELLOWS HALL. Open Country

Photo by Mahmoud Fawzy on Unsplash

is a journey into the roots of American Country music, reclaiming it as the creative musical expression of working people of all colors. 6p—9p. $10

31

Classic Film Festival

ODD FELLOWS HALL. is series’ genre is “movies which are much better than their remakes”. Tonight’s feature is “ e Ladykillers (1995)”. How can you top Alec Guinness and Peter Sellers in this Ealing Studios classic? You can’t, and Tom Hanks shouldn’t have tried in 2004. A rare Coen Brothers op. 6:30p—9:30p. Free

SHOPPING

1, 2, 3

Friends of the Library Sale

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. e Friends of the Library book sale is the rst weekend of each month. On Sunday, ll a bag for $10.

2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30

Davis Farmers Market

CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan

goods. Every Wed 3p—6p & Sat 8a—1p.

10, 24

Davis Craft & Vintage Fair

CENTRAL PARK. Shop from dozens of local artists and resellers, enjoy live music, meet new friends! 8a—1p.

STAGE & DANCE

1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24

Fiddler on the Roof

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. It is a story that captures the essential human longings for love, community, success, freedom, family, and meaning. Fiddler features such iconic songs as the beautiful “Sunrise, Sunset,” the boisterous “If I Were a Rich Man”, and the classic “Matchmaker, Matchmaker.” Recommended for audiences of all ages. Fridays & Saturdays, 7:30p—10p; Sundays 2p—5p. $20

3 Auditions: Into the Woods DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COM-

PANY. Directed by Steve Isaacson, musical direction by Montana Monce. Opens 4/26. 7:30p—10p. Free

3, 10, 17, 24

Free Line Dance Class DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Enjoy a free line dance class with the Davis Line Dance club. 2p—3p. Free

4, 11, 18, 25

Afro Brazilian Dance Workshop

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Featuring instructor Karla Alarcon Avila, this 8-session session class welcomes drop-ins, but enroll in the full program for a more enriching learning and dance experience. Dress comfortably and dance with sneakers or barefoot. 6p—7:30p. $120 (Drop-in rate: $20)

5 Comedy Show

ODD FELLOWS HALL. Ten aspiring comedians will present short, original routines developed during six weeks of training by celebrated comedian Jack Gallagher. Doors: 6:15p, show: 7p. Free, donations accepted

8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17

Mean Girls the Musical BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. Cady Heron may have grown up on the African Savannah, but nothing could have prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her new home: suburban Illinois. How will the naive newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? Presented by Davis High eatre. Fridays & Saturdays 7p—9p, Sundays 2p—4p. $10—15

9, 16, 23, 29, 30

Disney & Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins, Jr.

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Mary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures, but Jane and Michael aren’t the only ones upon whom she has a profound e ect. Even grown-ups can learn a lesson or two from the nanny who advises that “Anything Can Happen If You Let It Happen.” Saturdays at 2p, Friday at 7p. $8

11, 12, 13

Audition: Madagascar, A Musical Adventure, Jr. DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Direction & choreography by Jan Isaacson, musical direction by Montana Monce. Opens 5/4. 4:30p—7p. Free

Photo by Kat Nesterenko on Unsplash

REDUCING FOOD WASTE and STIGMA

Photo Courtesy: The Davis Night Market.

THE DAVIS NIGHT MARKET’S WORK TO NOURISH NEIGHBORS

Central Park is the heart of Davis, bustling most days with picnics, first dates, and Farmers Market shoppers. As night falls, this energy continues with The Davis Night Market, a volunteer-run food redistribution program.

The Davis Night Market recovers surplus food from local restaurants, bakeries, and grocery stores that would otherwise be wasted, and distributes it for free.

Even in brisk, often rainy evenings of Davis winter, Night Market volunteers are there—delivering and serving everything from carrots to cake, warmly greeting familiar faces and newcomers alike.

The work they do is two-fold: reducing food insecurity and the stigma associated with it.

time to get to know each other, which creates a warm environment despite the night chill.

The Night Market has a “No Questions Asked” policy, and encourages anyone and everyone to come by and grab some food.

“We want people to come, no matter what, we want this to be a space for everyone,” Morgan said.

The history of The Night Market reflects these values. The Night Market began in the spring of 2019 as a gathering place as much as a place of food distribution. During COVID, it provided a safe, outdoor space where people could access free food.

Be Part of the Mission!

“Due to stigma, a lot of people who need food are often too embarrassed to get it,” Community Coordinator and Monday Night Captain Max Morgan told The Dirt. “We maintain a relaxed, friendly style to create an atmosphere where anyone feels comfortable coming and getting food.”

One of the best ways you can help The Night Market is by showing up and being part of the community.

Food insecurity in Davis remains severe. In 2020, the food insecurity rate in Yolo County was 10.6%, according to Empower Yolo, and in 2023 the Yolo Food Bank reports UCD students are food insecure at a rate of 44%.

New volunteers, businesses wishing to donate food, and people wishing to give a donation via PayPal may use: davis@night-market.org to learn more.

Each weeknight, a continuous flow of volunteers distribute an array of baked goods, produce, and more. Meanwhile, more volunteers swing by local businesses at closing, and deliver what’s leftover to the market. People line up to select what they want, and groups linger to chat and catch up with friends. It’s clear that people here take the

While it’s not a role they wish was needed, Morgan said The Night Market is how many people afford to live.

Beyond food, The Night Market is a community hub where relationships are built. Its diverse attendees and range of socioeconomic backgrounds create a unique environment where connections flourish.

“It’s my favorite community that I’ve ever been a part of,” Felix Moses, a Community Coordinator and volunteer, said.

“I’ve been able to encounter a real cross-section of Davis that is very diverse, in all senses of the word,” Moses told The Dirt. “I feel so much

more enmeshed in the fabric of the city.”

The Night Market is entirely volunteer run, and their youngest volunteer is Sierra. She started volunteering at the age of nine and volunteers with her family once a week.

Sierra brings a different stuffed animal each week, a tradition shared by some of the other volunteers.

“We compared ginormous stuffed animals last week,” Sierra told The Dirt. On Valentine’s Day she brought Coconut, a dog with “hugs and squishes” written on it.

The Davis Night Market is open Monday through Friday, 9p—11p, and is located at Central Park in Davis, at 4th and C Street.

Isabella Holmes, for The Dir

Photo Courtesy: The Davis Night Market.

The Boneyard

Backyard Art Show Makes Space for Emerging Artists

In the heart of creativity and community spirit, a unique and accessible space for artists has emerged, breaking away from traditional gallery settings.

“ e Boneyard,” a moving, indie backyard art show, is carving its niche as a space for artists seeking an alternative platform to showcase their work in Davis.

e Boneyard was born out of a desire to create an inclusive and welcoming space for artists who may feel overlooked or overwhelmed by the conventional art scene.

“ ere’s not a ton of easy to get into art spaces in Davis,” Founder Cassidy Ruiz said. “Everything requires some sort of a permit or some sort of like a license and stu like that, and it’s really hard for people to get into.”

Ruiz held the rst backyard show in January. e second was a Valentine’s themed exhibition in partnership with

Turtle House. e spaces used are welcoming, with string lights and lantern-lit booths. Works of art cover every at surface imaginable, and artists are enthusiastic to share their work.

As e Boneyard continues to gain momentum, it serves as a testament to the power of grassroots initiatives in fostering creativity and inclusivity. By reimagining the traditional art show, e Boneyard creates a space where art is re-imagined and celebrated like no other.

Ruiz hopes to create a fun space for artists and visitors.

“I don’t really have a goal, more of just let’s all hang out and do something fun,” Ruiz explained. “It’s kind of just for everyone to get together and share artwork and help people pay the bills.”

e Boneyard’s next show is set for March 16 at Rocknasium.

Jenni Muheim, for The Dirt

IT’S KIND OF JUST FOR EVERYONE TO GET TOGETHER AND SHARE ARTWORK AND HELP PEOPLE PAY THE BILLS .

Cassidy Ruiz

Photos Courtesy: THe Boneyard

THE DIRT’S BREW BRACKET

Crowning the Best Brew in Yolo County

It’s March Madness and there’s pretty much no hope we’ll catch Taylor Swi at a basketball game, so we decided to make this season a little more fun on our own.

Yolo County is home to some of the best breweries in California— and beyond. e only thing that gets us more excited than college basketball is supporting our local, small businesses. From hops grown on farmland near our homes to the brewers we bump into at the Post O ce, there’s nothing more local than cracking open a cold, handcra ed beer in Yolo County.

Grab a friend or two and join us on our quest to nd the best in Yolo County. We’ve rounded up a Sweet Sixteen of local breweries, but only YOU can crown number one!