The Dirt: November 2024 by thedirt.online

EDITOR’S NOTE

•Does everyone think of their birthday month as the best month, or just me? I’m a scorpio, and the November moon really does speak to me. There’s just a feeling about this time of year that feels good, like putting on a really warm and soft sweater.

November in Yolo County is something special, too. From your yearly chance to get a Turkey Trot t-shirt, to the largest corn maze on Earth, there’s a lot going on. On stage, in workshops, in close-knit knitting circles, too. Check out the events section this month—I’m not sure if we can get the font any smaller. What we really need is more pages (please, Santa).

Something I’ve been thinking a lot about the last few weeks is free speech and the First Amendment. As a newspaper publisher, I’ve gotten a few letters to the editor, but none of which felt right to print. Until this month.

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Our first letter to the editor is printed on page 13, addressing the issue of hate speech in Davis’ public gathering spaces. We’ve taken it one step further, and I hope in the right direction, by digging deeper into the issue of hate speech in conversation with Davis Police Chief Todd Henry, who explains how the police department is able to work to keep peo-

ple safe during times of intense emotion. If you need a rest after, our mental health expert and therapist Emma Shandy Anway shares the much needed good news of actual self care on page 9. And we’re not talking about bubble baths. Also, our friends at Preethi Indian Cuisine are struggling a bit in our post-pandemic economy. The three generation family restaurant is featured on page 26, and pro tip if you’re hungry and feeling like supporting our local small businesses: they do delivery.

HANNA NAKANO

Editor & Publisher

@thedirt.davis @hannanakano

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Select work from Exploring Still Life in Oil by Gwenn Walsh. Walsh's still life oil paintings are in exhibit at Logos Books this month.

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NATIVE AMERICAN HERATIGE

HOLIDAY GIVING IN YOLO

FREE SPEECH IN DAVIS

MASSA ORGANICS

EVENT GUIDE

THREE GENERATIONS AT PREETHI INDIAN CUISINE

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SHE KILLS MONSTERS

GORMAN MUSEUM MASSA ORGANICS

We hope you’ve voted early, but there’s something to be said about the ceremony of election day. Yolo County polling locations have “kids’ ballots” and give stickers (!), so even if you’ve sent your ballot in: take a few minutes to make voting a fun, family activity!

Dia de los Muertos is a Mesoamerican indigenous inﬂuenced ritual, honoring Mother Earth and ancestors. The Davis Cemetery invites visitors to honor the traditions of Day of the Dead together on November 2. Expect live music, sugar skull painting, great food, & more.

The Davis FIlm Festival is November 3 at the Veterans Memorial Theatre showcases ﬁlms from around the world—and Yolo County. Under 12 get in free to afternoon family-friendly ﬁlms; evenings are for mature audiences only. All access passes available!

Treat the Encanto lovers in your family to a sing-along ﬁlm unlike any other: watch the full Oscar-winning ﬁlm on the big screen while Banda de la Casita performs the Grammy-winning songs live at Jackson Hall November 22.

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.

Connecting with nature on a deeper level, through AI?

Devised and curated by grad student Maral Salehian, Sonic Horizons: A Sensory Immersive Video Installation is on display at the UC Davis Design Museum. The multi-screen installation immerses the viewer in AIgenerated nature videos to promote well being.

A striking show is on display at The Artery this month, featuring the vibrant wood creations of Tom Babb and Jay Schreider. This lamp is a favorite! Also featuring the dried ﬂower work of Rebecca Le-Babb and glass artistry from Linda Bird.

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The annual Davis Turkey Trot kicks off at 7:50a on November 23, featuring a half marathon, 10k, 5k, 2 mile, 1 mile, and a kids fun run!

CALENDAR LISTINGS &

DETAILS: Submit your event to our website for a free listing in our calendar no later than the 23rd of the month preceding the next issue. We ﬁll The Dirt with as many events as possible, space allowing.

The Avid Reader hosts a talk with author Susan Liebman, PhD, November 26 to discuss her new book The Dressmaker’s Mirror. Liebman was among MIT’s early female undergrad students. Following the sudden death of her niece, Liebman became a medical detective and committed to promoting awareness of genetic testing.

A new babywearing fitness class just opened at Mirror Image Dance Company. The 60-minute movement class is designed to help new parents or caregivers regain their strength, energy, and confidence while bonding with their littles. $25 drop-in, first class free. 8

A new IRL game has entered the chat: Three Mile Brewing brings Music Bingo into the mix on Sunday nights from 6—8. Test your music knowledge, win some prizes, and you can even bring the family (they have board games and crayons!).

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REMEMBERING KARIM ABOU NAJM

The City of Davis will unveil a new public art piece in memory of Karim Abou Najm this month at Sycamore Park.

Najm’s life was taken in April of 2023 when he was stabbed in Sycamore Park while biking home.

The stabbing spree also claimed the life of David Breaux, known fondly in Davis as “the Compassion Guy”, and critically injured a third com-

munity member.

The suspect in the case has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity.

Karim Abou Najm graduated from Davis Senior High School in 2020 and went on to attend UC Davis where he was awarded a bachelor’s degree in computer science posthumously.

The public art piece is titled “Fiat

Lux”, which means “let there be light” in Latin. Artist Nicole Beck created “Fiat Lux” to sit on top of a berm in the park that overlooks the site of the tragedy.

The piece is made of stainless steel and colored dichroic glass. The colors in the piece will reflect light and change color depending on the viewer’s position and ambient light conditions.

This installation was made possible by donations from Karim’s family, friends, and Davis Residents, a donation from UC Davis, and the Davis Municipal Arts Fund. The unveiling is scheduled for Friday, November 22 at 4p. In the event of rain, the public will be invited to join an indoor ceremony in the multi-purpose room at Willett Elementary School.

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Karim Najm.

Temporary memorial in Sycamore Park, 2023. Photos: Hanna Nakano.

AT THE GORMAN MUSEUM

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November is Native American Heritage Month, a time set aside to honor the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous people.

In Yolo County, we acknowledge the land we exist on has been the home of the Patwin people for thousands of years. There are three federally recognized Patwin tribes: Cachil DeHe Band of Wintun Indians of the Colusa Indian Community, Kletsel Dehe Wintun Nation, and Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation.

Yolo County is also home to the Gorman Museum of Native American Art, one of the few university museums in the country—and the only one in California—with a focus on contemporary Native American and Indigenous art.

BRENDA MALLORY: IN THE ABSENCE OF INSTRUCTION

NEW THIS FALL!

A selection of Diné (Navajo) tapestries on display for a limited time. Featured works by: D.Y. Begay, Ursula Begay, Mary Ann King, Mary Lee, Bessie Littleben, Rena Mountain, Cindy Nez, Rosita Segaye, Louise Sheppard, & Shirley Tsinnie.

On display right now, a new solo exhibition by Brenda Mallory including prints, multimedia, and installation art that delves into the relationship between power and identity.

Mallory’s mixed media sculptural works consist of a variety of materials including cloth, ﬁbers, beeswax, and found objects. Her work addresses ideas of interference and disruption in long-established systems of nature and human cultures.

Mallory lives in Portland, Oregon but grew up in Oklahoma and is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation. Her practice is deeply informed by lived experiences, and the histories of survival inherent to Indigenous peoples.

Brenda Mallory. Photo: Mario Gallucci. Fragment (To Gather), 2023. Thread, thread cores, staples, wax on wood panel. 63 x 42 x 6 in. Mantle (Wrap in Red), 2014, Waxed cloth, oil paint, hog rings.

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LOCAL HOLIDAY GIVING

In Yolo County, there’s a vast disparity between those who can afford the season—and those who can’t.

Yolo County has the highest poverty rate in the state at 20-percent, according to County government data. In 2023, more than 11-percent of Yolo County’s children were living in poverty, and in January of this year, nearly a thousand people were experiencing homelessness. Also in Yolo County: the spirit of giving and many opportunities to give back.

ADOPT A FAMILY WITH STEAC

STEAC, the Short Term Emergency Aid Committee, works to pair families who are able to help with those who could use a hand during the holiday season. In its 57th year, the STEAC Holiday Program hopes to provide support to more than 500 families.

Families and individuals who qualify are matched to anonymous adopters who purchase food and gifts based on their specific wishes. Adopt a family on your own or as a group at steac.org, and a STEAC Holiday Program coordinator will reach out with more details. Drop off days for food and gifts are December 10—12.

If you are not in a position to adopt right now, but want to support STEAC, monetary donations are helpful. For gift card donations, $30-$50 cards are most useful for clients.

Donate online at steac.org/donate, through Venmo @STEAC, or mail a check to 1712 Picasso Ave., Suite D, Davis, CA, 95618.

SUPPORT THE YOLO FOOD BANK

For families facing food insecurity, the holidays can amplify struggles. That’s why the Yolo Food Bank is hosting its most ambitious fundraiser ever: raising $275,000 this Winter to feed neighbors in need.

The Yolo Food Bank serves more than 30,000 families each month, and the extra push during the holiday season goes a long way.

Donate online at yolofoodbank.org/ ygg24.

The Yolo Food Bank also offers many in person volunteer activities including harvest events, warehouse work, and food distributions.

SHOP THE ARTS ON Artists Sunday

Holiday giving in Yolo County is made even more meaningful by the many artists and creators in our vibrant communities.

Each year, the City of Davis takes part in a national shop the arts campaign to mark the Sunday a er anksgiving as Artists Sunday, encouraging local shoppers to spend their dollars supporting local artists, musicians and performers.

“Artists Sunday is so great because it reminds everyone that gi purchases can be made locally—and not just that day, but year round. It is a win-winwin,” Rachel Hartsough of the City of Davis Arts & Culture Department told e Dirt. “Our favorite artists and organizations make the crucial funds they need to stay and thrive in our community, important tax revenue goes back into City investment, AND everyone ends up with great gi s. Plus, you don’t need to drive very far.”

Not sure where to start? Here’s our shop the arts gi guide:

ART

The holiday market at the Pence Gallery is a treasure trove of local artists’ work at reasonable prices.

The Artery is an artist co-op in a gallery setting featuring ceramics, ﬁber art, jewelry, & more.

The John Natsoulas Gallery features works by California artists & beyond.

Secret Spot is an artist lounge & gallery featuring new and upcoming local artists.

Give the gift of art creation with a workshop at Davis Arts Center, the Pence Gallery, or Bubblegum Art Studio.

Splurge on art supplies at the Paint Chip

PERFORMANCE

Treat your loved one to performance art at Davis Musical Theatre Company or the Mondavi Center

DANCE

Shop classes for children and grown-ups at Pamela Trokanski Dance Workshop, Stambusky Studios, Applegate Dance Studio, & Mirror Image Dance Company.

MUSIC

Tickets to Davis Music Festival, supporting the Davis Live Music Collective, or investing in music lessons through Watermelon Music is a great way to embrace experience-giving.

Artists Sunday, the Sunday after Thanksgiving, is dedicated to supporting local artists & recognizing the impact they have in enriching our lives, communities & economy. Below are ideas for gifts that support Local artists, arts organizations & arts businesses in Davis.

Event Tickets:

Davis Live Music Collective

Davis Music Festival

Davis Musical Theatre Company

Mondavi Center

Memberships & Classes:

Davis Arts Center

Watermelon Music

Pamela Trokanski Dance

Applegate Dance

Third Space Art Collective

Stambusky Studios

Mirror Image Dance

Sandcastle Theatre

Bubblegum Art Studio

Feeling philanthropic?

Art & Craft Markets:

Original Art & Arts Supplies:

The Artery

Pence Gallery

Natsoulas Gallery

Armadillo Music

The Paint Chip

Avid Reader Newsbeat

Secret Spot

Mabel’s Market

International House

Visit artsalliancedavis.org/members to learn about more great local arts organizations!

Processing grief through Dungeons & Dragons in ‘SHE KILLS MONSTERS’

by Michael French, UC Davis College of Letters & Science

The UC Davis Department of Theatre and Dance presents Qui Nguyen’s original dramatic comedy She Kills Monsters, beginning Nov. 21. The performance is directed by Davis resident Lucas Hatton (M.F.A., dramatic arts, ‘17).

Faced with the profound loss of her sister, Agnes Evans (played by Lana Lindley) processes her grief through the realm of Dungeons and Dragons.

“I feel fortunate to be working on a show with so much student enthusiasm around it. It’s made rehearsals very fun,” Hatton said. “We look forward to sharing that enthusiasm with audiences on the mainstage in Wright Hall in November.”

Hatton is the co-artistic director of Davis Repertory Theatre and has directed several acclaimed productions.

In She Kills Monsters, Agnes leaves her family’s home following the death of her teenage

sister, Tilly. After finding Tilly’s Dungeons and Dragons notebook, Agnes finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery in the imaginary world that was her sister’s refuge. The lively performance features puppetry as well as fierce fairies, nasty ogres, and 90s pop culture.

ly’s reactions when revealing their sexuality.

SHOWTIMES

•Nov. 21, 7p

•Nov. 22, 7p

•Nov. 23, 2p

The “deceptively breezy and rather ingenious comedy” (The New York Times) is about ﬁnding real and metaphorical families, as well as a sense of self, through Dungeons and Dragons and deals with themes that every high schooler and college student confronts. The play features complex characters who lead well-rounded lives outside of the Dungeons and Dragons arena—some who deal with their fami-

•Nov 23, 7p

•Dec. 5, 7p

•Dec 6, 7p

•Dec 7, 2p

Collaborating with Hatton, the production’s creative team includes faculty members Ian Wallace (scenic design), Joanne Martin (costume design), and Ethan Hollinger (lighting, projection and sound design). New York-based ﬁght choreographer Dan Renkin, a Davis native, staged the play’s battle scenes.

Performances held in the Main Theatre, Wright Hall, UC Davis. Content warning: Language, adult and LGBTQIA+ themes including violence, bullying and sexuality. Tickets are adults $5—15; available online at arts.ucdavis.edu/theatre-and-dance or at the box ofﬁce.

Assistant stage manager Mario Sandoval works with Tiamat Monster. Photo: Austin Wang.

Orcus costume rendering by Joanne Martin.

MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS: YOLO COUNTY

By Emma Shandy Anway, MS LMFT

Why we can’t gloss over self care

With the combo of the presidential election and the start of holiday season on the horizon, now more than ever is a good time to take the concept of self care seriously.

Self care has become a buzzword in the last few years that often gets associated with doing yoga, taking a bath, or lighting candles. Often the deeper purposes of self care—being a crucial part of maintaining your mental health and overall wellbeing—get glossed over.

The National Institutes of Health defines self care as, “the ability to care for oneself through awareness, self-control, and self-reliance in order to achieve, maintain, or promote optimal health and well-being.”

The end of the year is a time when elevated emotional responses and experiences of anxiety can skyrocket, in large part due to the amount of anticipation that builds as we get closer to certain dates (Who is going to win the presidential election? How will I navigate my in-laws during Thanksgiving?).

This stress often results in people living with a constantly dysregulated nervous system, which unfortunately makes the impact of already hard events feel even harder.

Cultivating small acts of self care daily not only helps make this

stressful time feel more manageable, it is an essential part of maintaining health levels of wellbeing.

I hear two main areas of pushback against self care: people feeling like they do not have time for it or feeling that it is selfish.

The reality of self care is actually quite the opposite. It can be as little as five minutes of your time a day, and that the impact of doing something for yourself allows you to show up for others in a more supportive way.

I am a therapist and a mother to two small children. It is crucial that I am in a good place mentally or I cannot do either of these jobs well.

As much as I’d love to work out an hour a day, or go to the beach every weekend, my life is in a busy season. Right now my self care is a commitment to spending ten minutes every morning in the backyard with coffee, alone.

This ritual is something that grounds me and allows me to set

an intention for my day. It helps me be a more patient parent and present counselor. As I start to find my anxiety spiking as I think about the weeks ahead, it gives me space to practice deep breathing and come back to the moment at hand.

The ability to access an internal sense of ease and calm is a life changing skill, and helps make the harder seasons of life much more accessible.

25 YEARS of GLOBAL COMMUNITY ACTION

What does it mean to uplift hope amid devastating crises in our world? To listen, build friendship, and turn hope to reality?

Sahaya International, a Davis nonprofit, has been working to do this for the past 25 years in the countries of India, Uganda, and Vietnam among others.

Sahaya International’s roots trace to 1997 when Koen Van Rompay, a UC Davis infectious disease researcher, met Indian social worker Mr. Selvam at an HIV/AIDS conference in India. Selvam invited Van Rompay to his hometown in rural south India to see its challenges firsthand.

Van Rompay was overwhelmed and couldn’t turn away. He offered to sell the hand-embroidered cards made by local women to support their families. He returned to his HIV research at UCD and sold the cards at the Davis Farmers Market. In 1999, he founded Sahaya International to build awareness and support of healthcare, education, socio-economic and environmental grassroots programs in developing countries.

Sahaya means «help» in Sanskrit, and that’s exactly what this nonprofit does. Sahaya International is volunteer-run and

the maximum amount of each donation goes directly to programs that support education, nutrition, shelter, healthcare and HIV awareness, micro-finance for women entrepreneur groups, water and sanitation infrastructure, and more.

“Being able to permanently transform the lives of children who were in dire situations, often due to HIV, but who are now able to lead happy and productive lives [has been fulfilling],” Van Rompay said of his work.

Mr. Selvam, founder of Rural Education and Action Development in southern India, leads the primary schools built with Sahaya International, programs for HIV-infected children and adults, schools for people with disabilities and other programs according to the communities’ needs. His hope is for communities to be responsible citizens of their country and family.

Chung Truong, who came to the U.S. as a refugee and is now a dentist in Northern California, founded Sahaya Vietnam to partner with a Buddhist monastery in the Mekong Delta region to build simple homes of concrete blocks to replace plastic-covered shelters, and help youth overcome hurdles to attend school.

In the past 25 years, Sahaya International has forged many partnerships including the Mosquito Dengue Fighters Association (MDFA) in the Philippines started by Davis resident Dr. Cincin Young, and in Uganda, the Rafiki Memorial Wildlife Conservation Initiative near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and the Banyabutumbi Cultural Heritage Organization (BACHO-K), which is especially in need of support right now.

25th Anniversary Celebration!

Nov 2 at 7pm, Veterans Memorial Theatre, Davis

Enjoy an evening of inspiration and hope, featuring cultural performances and the screening of the new documentary A Journey Home, the story of Sahaya Vietnam narrated pro-bono by actor Paul Dano. The event is free and open to the public; to assure seating, reserve tickets at givebutter. com/sahaya-anniversary. by Mary Loibl, Sahaya International

Akiikih Appollo founded BACHO-K in the fishing community Rwenshama where he lives with his wife and children. Rwenshama is in an impoverished, isolated area on the shore of Lake Edward. Akiikih is passionate about music and dance, and equally passionate about caring for children in the community who have lost their

parents to HIV/AIDS, natural disasters, and the consequences of poverty. Sahaya International teamed up with BACHO-K in 2021, and has funded construction of 2 dormitories which are now in use, and helped provide food, tents, income-generating projects, healthcare, education and support for soccer, music and dance—lifelines that boost hope. Akiikih’s dream is to have a primary school in Rwenshama and a dormitory for 41 children currently in tents and 14 displaced youth. To learn more about Sahaya International and/or donate, visit sahaya.org. Donations can be made securely via the website or by check payable to ‘Sahaya International’, mailed to Sahaya International, c/o Koen Van Rompay, 1504 Portola Street, Davis, CA 95616.

Photos Courtesy: Sahaya International.

Cycling with less light

We all change our clocks on November 3, and all of us at The Bike Campaign are getting ready for cycling on shorter days with less light. Keeping visible while on the road is a key concern for everyone, and especially cyclists. We move faster and can’t maneuver as quickly as pedestrians, so making sure we’re aware of our surroundings and being highly visible are important.

the day increases bicycle visibility in murky weather conditions, and is also crucial if you cycle in the 20 minutes after dawn or the 20 minutes before sunset when lights on bicycles are required.

by Pamela Thompson, The Bike Campaign, for The Dirt

A front light with at least 300 lumens is the minimum strength recommended for riding in the city. If you’re planning to ride on unlighted paths, out in the country, or at higher speeds, 600-800 lumens or more is important for seeing the road ahead of you; rear lights should be 50-100 lumens.

As the days grow shorter and colder, we often encounter fog. Using a front light and rear light during

The newer LED lights feature solid and blinking modes, and make you more noticeable to motor vehicles. The newer lights are also USB rechargeable and have mounting systems that make lights easily detachable for theft prevention. We carry rechargeable lights at the Bike Garage if you need them.

In addition to lights, make sure your bike has all its reflectors. You should have a front reflector in white, a rear reflector in red, reflectors on your front and rear wheels, and amber reflectors on your pedals. If you’re missing some reflectors, you can always come by the Bike Garage and we’ll get you set up.

While you’re there, you can also get your chain oiled, brakes checked, and tires properly inflated at the Bike Garage. Curious about tire pumps, Schrader vs. Presta valves, or how to select a good tire pump? We have all the information you need.

In addition to lights, the clothing you cycle in can also help in keeping you visible on the streets and paths. Having a good, reflective vest is a great idea. Any safety vest with reflective banding will do; they’re lightweight and inexpensive, and cars will be able to see you from a distance.

Your bicycle helmet can also help keep you visible. You can buy them with lights or have fun with reflective tape to add another way to keep yourself visible to cars.

Come visit us at the Bike Garage, 1500 Cannery Avenue, Davis. We sell helmets, locks, and lights, and we’re always ready to answer your bike related questions.

The Bike Campaign, along with its counterpart, The Bike Garage, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2011 to help educate people about bicycling and encourage more people to ride their bikes. We work closely with city governments, county health departments, school districts, and community service groups.

UNPACKING

attachment theory in the classroom and at home

Attachment theory, a theory that focuses on the importance of early bonds between infants and their caregivers, has been at the forefront of conversations around academic performance and overall well-being in recent years. At Peregrine School, we’re spending this season digging into this theory in a series of workshops centered around the book Learning to Trust: Attachment Theory and Classroom Management by Marilyn Watson.

The book outlines some of the more traditional views of children’s behavior and learning including the behavioral learning theory (and, yeah, it’s the mistrustful one). It holds that children are passive in their own development but are biologically programmed to seek pleasure and avoid pain, that caregivers must socialize children through rewards and punishment, and that through rewards and punishment, children learn good behavior.

Behavioral learning theory is traditional education’s predominant theory in shaping approaches to socialization and classroom management—and perhaps describes many of our own school experiences and how our teachers viewed us as children.

On the other hand, according to Watson, attachment theory holds that children are socially oriented and naturally active participants in their own learning. Watson says children develop self-reliance, the capacity for emotional regulation, and social and academic competence gradually through the years in

the presence of sensitive care from adults, that these qualities are innate within the child, and that aggressive, defiant, or “lazy” behaviors do not indicate “a bad seed” or an attempt to “manipulate”, but are an expression of real emotional needs that must be heard and addressed.

This is where the title of the book perfectly encapsulates our philosophy at Peregrine, a truly progressive school: we have learned to trust the latter view as to what a person is and how they develop. We want to learn, want to form nurturing relationships, want to be

competent and productive.

Learning to identify, express, and appropriately meet one’s emotional needs, personally and within a group, is a lifelong pursuit. The pursuit is complex, particularly for those of us with complicated attachment histories–and this is where our workshop gets interesting! Rather than focusing primarily on how our students’ attachment history impacts their behavior, we turned the focus on ourselves as caregivers.

We all have strengths and weaknesses as parents, and attachment theory reminds us that these likely stem from our own histories—for better or for worse. Reflecting on our own histories can help us to begin the process of picking up the skills we lack, just like the kids do! Yes, progressive education fully embraces the concept of lifelong learning, and thus we definitely believe you can teach old (or maturing!) dogs new tricks.

These ideas epitomize the foundation of why Peregrine School exists. Yes, at Peregrine we S.O.A.R. with Science, Outdoor Education, Arts, and Responsibility. Peregrine is handson, play-based learning, collaborative projects, integrated & thematic curriculum, and positive guidance. We’re Reggio, low student-teacher ratios, no grades, no homework, lots of play and study time in the garden—these are essential, and what makes us us. And at its very heart, Peregrine is a human nature movement. We’re so glad the Davis community has embraced it for seventeen years!

Peregrine School will host a parent symposium on the topic of attachment theory in the classroom Wednesday, November 20 at 7p at 2650 Lillard Drive in Davis. All are welcome!

by Chris Erickson, Head of School at Peregrine School

Order Learning to Trust by Marilyn Watson from Avid Reader in person or online!

CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK

NOVEMBER 4NOVEMBER 10

•As part of the longest-running national celebration of books for young people (it’s the 105th anniversary!), Children’s Book Week will be celebrated from coast to coast in all 50 states this month. The love of reading will be celebrated at schools, libraries, and bookstores like The Avid Reader.

This fall, The Avid Reader would love to share some of the most exciting new releases in kid’s literature to help you celebrate Children’s Book Week.

PICTURE BOOKS

We Are Deﬁnitely Human by X. Fang

•A hilarious alien invasion story with a feel-good message about what it means to be human. Perfect for earthlings of all ages.

The Bakery Dragon by Devin Elle Kurtz•The heroic tale of a tiny dragon with a heart of gold and a taste for treats! A scrumptious picture book for fans of funny fairy tales and fantastic beasts.

The Smell of Wet Dog by Barney Saltzberg•Equal parts heart-melting and stinky, The Smell of Wet Dog is a must-have illustrated poetry book for every young canine fan.

CHAPTER BOOKS

Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody by Patrick Ness•From the best-selling author of A Monster Calls, this funny, wise middle-grade series explodes every stereotype—including what it means to be a hero—in a brilliant reptilian take on surviving school.

Jasmine is Haunted by Mark Oshiro •A novel of ghosts, grief and the friends who make it all ok by #1 New York Times bestselling author Mark Oshiro!

The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science

by Kate McKinnon

•From beloved Saturday Night Live alum Kate McKinnon comes a madcap new adventure about three sisters, a ravenous worm, and a mysterious mad scientist.

GRAPHIC NOVELS

Unico: The Awakening by Samuel Sattin•A unicorn named Unico awakens on earth with none of his memories. As he works to unravel the mystery of who he is, he soon realizes he is being hunted by gods and monsters. With the help of new friends, Unico will need to unlock his power and save the world.

Pizza Face by Rex Ogle•A funny, feelgood middle-grade graphic memoir about breaking out, battling puberty, and braving complicated friendships.

Lunar New Year Love Story by Gene Luen Yang and LeUyen Pham•Graphic novel superstars Gene Luen Yang and LeUyen Pham join forces in this heartwarming young adult rom-com about fate, family, and falling in love.

YOUNG ADULT NOVELS

Blood at the Root by Ladarrion Williams•An instant New York Times bestseller, Blood at the Root is about a teenager on the run from his past who ﬁnds the family he never knew existed and the community he never knew he needed at an HBCU for the young, Black, and magical.

Compound Fracture by Andrew Joseph White •A queer Appalachian thriller that pulls no punches—following a trans autistic teen who’s drawn into the generational struggle between the rural poor and those who exploit them.

Six More Months of June by Daisy Garrison•A romantic debut about the exhilarating highs and messy lows that swirl together when high school comes to an end.

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STEALING A FLAG OFF SOMEONE'S PORCH HAS NO PLACE IN OUR TOWN OR ANYONE'S TOWN

It's also a bunch of crimes rolled into one and is not just a youthful ‘prank’

by Bob Dunning,

thewaryone.com

About that stolen ﬂag.

To the creep who committed theft, trespassing, and a hate crime while exhibiting extreme stupidity in tearing down and stealing a ﬂag from the front of an East Davis home, not to mention the gutless getaway driver who facilitated these crimes, you should know we have robust free speech protections in our precious country.

Actually, since you used your long arms to pull down this ﬂag, we may add “armed” robbery to the charges.

If you feel so strongly about this issue, or any issue, you are free to ﬂy any ﬂag or post any sign you wish in this town or any other town, anywhere in America.

You can say “I Hate Love” or “I Love Hate” or any other foolish thing you wish to say. Just

be sure you do it with your ﬂag or your sign on your property and leave everyone else alone.

And while you're at it, whether you have any religious beliefs or not, ﬁnd a copy of the Good Book at your local library and read the part about loving your neighbor as yourself.

This just in: “A Hayward man struck a deal and pleaded no contest to robbery and a hate crime in an incident where he burned a woman's Israeli ﬂag. He was sentenced to 364 days in jail.”

The late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, a noted conservative, had this to say about burning the American ﬂag, a behavior he found abhorrent: “If it were up to me, I would put in jail every sandal-wearing, scruffy-beard-

ed weirdo who burns the American ﬂag, but I am not king.”

Excuse me for a minute while I hide my sandals and ﬁnd a razor and some shaving cream.

However, in 1989 Scalia was nevertheless the fifth and deciding vote in the Texas v. Johnson case that upheld flag burning in Texas, and a year later he voted against a federal law that banned flag burning in United States v. Eichman.

Read all of Bob Dunning’s writings at thewaryone.com.

He felt strongly that ﬂag burning was legally a form of free speech, despite his personal thoughts on the matter.

The difference between Mr. Johnson burning the flag and our local thief who stole someone else's flag, is that Johnson was burning his own flag.

Longtime Davis columnist Bob Dunning is a contributor to e Dirt because he believes in

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Below is an excerpt from a letter sent to Davis City Council, Davis Police Department, and The Dirt. It is published with permission by the author.

My name is Jennifer Stanley, and I have been a citizen of Davis on and off since I came here to attend UCD in 1994.

Today is another Saturday, and I woke up a few hours ago envisioning happily going to the Farmers Market as I love to do every Saturday. But immediately, PTSD kicked in and my heart started pounding.

I know that again the hateful Bible bangers will be out there shouting about how despicable I am and most of the people around them are.

I will have to hold my breath and suppress the urge to fight or fly as I speed up to just get past them. I will have to calm the panic in my body and do my best to block out their hateful voices as I attempt to enjoy the market I love and find a safe space within it. I am far from the only one.

I love this community. Why are we letting this abuse happen? Why is Davis allowing its LGBTQ community and anyone not ultra-right Christian to be terrorized by these two citizens? Davis prides itself as having no tolerance for hate speech, yet LGBTQ community members regularly have to walk by this man and woman who shout at us that “lying with a person of the same sex” is disgusting and a sin.

I call on Davis to live up to its values! I am LGBTQ; I am not Christian. I should not be accosted in public places by people screaming that I am a horrible person and that I should be punished by being sent to hell.

This morning I have to ask myself how badly do I want to go to the market I love? Am I willing to be retraumatized, yet again? I should NOT have to do this. No one should.

Sincerely,

Jennifer Stanley Sixth Grade Teacher Browns Valley Elementary, Vacaville CA

DAVIS POLICE CHIEF TODD HENRY ON FREE SPEECH

You are reading a condensed version of an email exchange between Chief Henry and The Dirt, published with permission.

Iamgenuinely sorry to hear about your experience and it is incredibly disheartening that certain individuals resort to using offensive language. Article 1 of the California Constitution and the First Amendment protect speech issues, particularly in public spaces like a park, which are considered a traditional public forum. The Farmer’s Market and the City of Davis do not have the ability to regulate speech content in a public forum.

I truly understand how frustrating this is, but free speech rights are designed to allow for offensive speech. This protection extends to public spaces, including parks, where individuals have the right to express their opinions and engage in political discourse, even when people are offended by what they are saying.

However, this important right can sometimes lead to conflict, as the expression of differing opinions may be patently offensive to many, provoke strong emotional reactions, or even incite disagreement. While many people are often offended by hateful or offensive language, the law very clearly prevents the government from regulating the content of speech.

We want everyone in Davis to feel safe, but safety can look different for many people. The Davis Police Department works diligently to address various community concerns and provide an appropriate level of service, depending on the situation. This may involve mediation, simply being present, giving people a voice, education and, at times, direct enforcement.

If someone is using amplified sound equipment, becoming aggressive by following a person, or ever physically contacts someone, it is best to call the police. Every situation can be unique, but if someone has physically crossed a line and is threatening or assaultive, we always recommend calling for an officer to respond.

DAVIS FARMERS MARKET X THE DIRT

REGENERATIVE FARMING SETS MASSA ORGANICS APART

Davis Farmers Market patrons know Massa Organics for its tasty almonds and almond butter, brown rice and seasonal Mandarin oranges. But they may not know about the farm’s eco-friendly practices that yield nutrient-rich results.

“Our almonds are pretty different from other growers in the area,” said Greg Massa, who farms 300 acres of organic rice, 30 acres of organic almonds and 11 acres of organic mandarins in Hamilton City (east of Chico) with his wife, Raquel Krach. “Our rice is farmed quite differently also.”

the soil surface, which conserves water and increases water infiltration.” Their hooves make the soil more porous, and the matting reduces evaporation.

by Wendy Weitzel, for Davis Farmers Market

Food-safety rules say sheep must move out of the orchard 90 days before the nut harvest, because traditional harvesters shake nuts onto the earth. While they follow that, these nuts never touch the ground. Massa uses prune-harvesting equipment, where the almonds fall onto nets.

They practice regenerative farming, which protects and enhances the soil, captures rather than produces carbon, and even creates a more nutrient-dense product. They use cover crops instead of herbicides, lowering evaporation and saving water. They apply compost, and let sheep do the weeding.

“They eat about half of what’s out there, and trample the rest of (the groundcover),” Massa said of their Dorper sheep – a drought-hearty, hairy breed that originated in South Africa. “That leaves a permanent mat of vegetation on

“Another benefit is all of that increases the diversity of insects in the orchard,” Massa said. “More bees and good bugs. The number of praying mantises is unbelievable.”

For her master’s degree, Krach studied compost and cover crops on their orchard, and found the practice increased yields. “She also compared the nutrient profile of our nuts compared to nuts from a neighboring (conventional) almond orchard. Our nuts were higher in almost every nutrient…The calcium levels of our nuts were like double of our neighbors’.”

Their rice-farming methods – growing organic, no-till rice without fertilizers –are unique as well. “We’re the only farm-

ers to do this as far as I know,” he said.

A UC Berkeley researcher has been measuring the greenhouse gas fluctuation over their rice fields, tracking the carbon dioxide exchange between the field and the atmosphere.

“(It) found our rice is carbon negative,” he said, meaning it’s taking more out of the atmosphere than the Massa Organics farming operation creates. That’s important as climate change creates the biggest challenge to farming.

Though he is the fourth generation in his family to grow rice, times have changed. Greg’s dad farmed it for more than five decades and never had a year without irrigation. “The last drought we went through we had no irrigation water for two years (2021-2022), so we couldn’t grow any rice. That meant we ran out of rice for our big wholesale customers –and we were not able to get them back.”

But he knows there will always be a steady clientele at the Davis Farmers Market, where Massa Organics has been selling since 2007. Despite the 90-minute drive from Glenn County, Massa said it’s worth it. He loves the patrons, commends the management, and says the permanent structure makes great shelter from the heat or rain.

MASSA ORGANICS

Find them at the Davis Farmers Market every Saturday, rain or shine. Farm address: 3614 Hwy 45, Hamilton City, California

Products: Almonds (raw or roasted), medium-grain brown rice, almond butter (smooth or crunchy), Satsuma mandarin oranges and gift boxes during the holidays Website: https://massaorganics.com/ Instagram: @massaorganics Facebook: @MassaOrganics

DAVIS FARMERS MARKET

Central Park, Fourth and C streets, Davis Saturdays: 8a—1p, year-round Wednesdays: 3—6p, October through April; 4—8p May through September for Picnic in the Park

Greg Massa and Raquel Krach use sheep instead of herbicides, and grow cover crops under their orchards. (Massa Organics photo) Organic medium-grain brown rice and satsuma mandarins are shown in January at the Davis Farmers Market. (Wendy Weitzel/Courtesy photo) Massa Organics sells raw and roasted almonds, and crunchy and smooth almond butter at the Davis Farmers Market. All their products are certified organic. (Wendy Weitzel/Courtesy photo)

RECIPE: A CUP OF COMFORT

GOLDEN MILK

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

Turmeric gives this drink its signature hue and tames inflammation (hello, cold & flu season). The ginger adds brightness and the pepper is a lovely kick that works with the turmeric, helping your body make the most of turmeric’s medicinal powers. It sounds fancy and healthy, but in truth, this is just a cup of vibrant, delicious comfort.

RECIPE

5 minutes • Serves 2 ingredients:

• 2 c. unsweetened milk

• 1-2 tsp. honey or maple syrup

• 1-1½ tsp. turmeric

• ½ tsp. cinnamon

• ½ tsp. ginger or a slice of fresh

• A grind of pepper

1. Combine all ingredients in the blender. Blend until thoroughly combined. Taste and adjust sweetener as desired.

2. Heat and serve.

BONUS POINTS: GOLDEN MILK TEA LATTE: Use herbal tea (ginger, jasmine, or chamomile) in place of the milk, and stir in a bit of steamed, frothed milk to serve.

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

ESSENTIAL OIL GOLDEN MILK: Toothpick swirl of cinnamon (or cassia) essential oil, 1-2 drops ginger essential oil, 1-2 black pepper essential oil, 1-2 drops turmeric (use dry spices or herbs interchangeably).

THIS MONTH

NOVEMBER

ART

Are you better than AI?

PENCE GALLERY. This exhibition aims to explore the evolving relationship between human creativity and artificial intelligence by pitting people not only against each other but also against AI-generated work. 6p—10p. Free

8, 15, 22

Family Open Studio

DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Experiment with different art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, & recycled materials. An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult. 3p–4:30p; 5p–6:30p. $10/person

5, 12, 19, 26

Knitting & Crochet Circle

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

Disney Family Museum Bus Trip DAY TRIP. OLLI at UC Davis offers a bus trip & tour led by Davis author Don Peri, to a new exhibit focusing on the directors of Disney’s animated films, the subject of his latest book. Lunch at The Spinnaker in Sausalito is included. 8a–4p. $195

7, 14, 21 Sit, Stitch & Create

YOLO BRANCH LIBRARY. Do you enjoy crafting, sewing, quilting, knitting, crochet or other art forms? Bring a project to work on and come create with us. 1p–3p. Free

2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception: Gwenn Walsh

LOGOS BOOKS. Meet artist Gwenn Walsh and view her still life oil paintings at her reception on 2nd Friday. Light refreshments will be served. 5p–7:30p. Free

2nd Friday ArtAbout at the Pence Gallery

PENCE GALLERY. Join for a reception featuring art by Alejandro Rubio, Paul Hermann, and Elana Bober. Also, Holiday Market is open with work by 50+ artists, perfect for finding gifts for the season. Enjoy wine by Fiddlehead Cellars & live music by Sammy and Lauren Leverone. 6p–9p. Free

The Paint Chip Staff Holiday Show Reception

THE PAINT CHIP. Come meet the artists at The Paint Chip during 2nd Friday ArtAbout and holiday shop for the artists in your life! 6p–8:30p. Free

Photography Club of Davis Meeting

MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Meet up with local photographers to discuss member-submitted photography. 7:10p–8:45p. Free

Figure Drawing at the Pence PENCE GALLERY. People of all skill levels, ages 18 and up, are welcome and encouraged to join. Register at pencegallery.org. 6:30p–9p. $15–$22

Art in Action: Amazing Autumn Prints PENCE GALLERY. Featuring fall-inspired printmaking! Art in Action is a monthly drop-in program that engages kids 5-12 in art projects that are fun, creative, and collaborative with their family members. 1p–3p. $4–$8

Healing Arts One-Time Workshop PENCE GALLERY. This one-time, 90-minute art workshop focuses more broadly on a theme related to depression, anxiety, or major life changes. Through the process of art making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. 2p–3:30p. $5–$10

Making Art on G Street: Holiday Ornament Making

THE ARTERY. This free event celebrates The Artery’s 50th anniversary! Learn to paint your own ornament with Kristina Kernytska, make a mini tree with Lorna Miser, or decorate a wood ornament with Schorré Chevalier Oldham. 11a–3p. Free

Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe

MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. A small assortment of tools will be available for use, and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. 2nd & 4th Mondays (closed Veterans Day), 6p–8p. Free

Art in the Gardens

JANE RIVAR ART STUDIO. Join Jane Rivar and Friends for a delightful stroll through the gardens, featuring one-of-akind upcycled art pieces that you won’t encounter anywhere else. 10a–2p.

ART SHOWS:

CONTINUING

NOV 1–NOV 22

Sonic Horizons: A Sensory Immersive Video Installation

UCD DESIGN MUSEUM. Devised and curated by graduate student Maral Salehian, this multi-screen installation showcases nature videos centered around landscape themes. This sensory-rich immersive experience aims to promote well-being and inspire a deeper connection to nature. Free

NOV 1–NOV 25

Into the Woods: Art from the Urban Forest THE ARTERY. This vibrant exhibit features the wood creations of Tom Babb and Jay Schreider. Rebecca Le-Babb displays her dried flower art. Linda Bird’s glass artistry is also part of this exhibit. Free

NOV 1–NOV 30

The Paint Chip Staff Holiday Show THE PAINT CHIP. This show celebrates the talented artists working at The Paint Chip. Each artist represents a unique approach to their art and medium with a wide variety of subjects. Perfect gifts for the holidays! Free

NOV 2–DEC 6

Exploring Still Life in Oil by Gwenn Walsh

LOGOS BOOKS. Gwenn Walsh is captivated by the lush color of oil paint and the fluidity of movement used when it is applied to the canvas. She works directly from observation “alla prima”. She has explored figurative art, still life and landscapes. Free NOV 6–NOV 30

Philippe Gandiol: Time and Place JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. This exhibit shows stunning cityscape oil paint-

ings by Philippe Gandiol, an award-winning painter who expertly represents the scenery of local life in Northern California, and well beyond. Free

NOV 7–DEC 11

Art of the Davis Pub Crawl by Evan Thomas Lilley

SECRET SPOT. Local artist Evan Thomas Lilley captures moments of the Davis nightlife. Come see fantastic renderings of our favorite local watering holes! Free

THRU NOV 24

Paul Hermann: Within the Chrysalis PENCE GALLERY. View figurative paintings that explore the human identity & its complexity. Free

THRU NOV 30

Alejandro Rubio: The Green Man & Other Tales

PENCE GALLERY. The artist’s paintings reflect his interest in creating imaginary landscapes that evoke a sense of familiarity, inspired by his memories of growing up in Uruguay. Free

THRU DEC 29

Entangled Writing

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Four California artists–Phillip Byrne, Beatriz Cortez, Kang Seung Lee, Candice Lin–each present a new commissioned installation in an exhibition that explores the way that people and objects move across time and space. Free

THRU DEC 29

Ritual Clay: Cathy Lu, Paz G, Maryam Yousif

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Ritual Clay brings together recent ceramic work by four contemporary Bay Area artists, who are united by their shared interest in clay as a link to the past and as a conduit of cultural knowledge. Free

THRU JAN 26

Brenda Mallory: In the Absence of Instruction

GORMAN MUSEUM OF NATIVE AMERICAN ART. In the solo exhibition, Brenda Mallory includes prints, multi-media and installation artworks to consider the complex relationships and structures of power and identity. A citizen of the Cherokee Nation who grew up in Oklahoma, lived experience deeply informs her practice, as do the histories of survival inherent to Indigenous peoples. Free

THRU MAY 5

Light into Density: Abstract Encounters 1920s–1960s

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Start with

dedicated art lovers and philanthropists Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem. Add 15 works from their collection by world-renowned artists – including Salvador Dalí, Vassily Kandinsky, Joan Miró and Francis Bacon. Top off with 30 UC Davis undergraduate and graduate students studying studio art, art history and design. Free

BOOKS & TALKS

1, 8, 15, 22 Tales for Tails

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

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Artist Talk with Alejandro Rubio PENCE GALLERY. Alejandro Rubio will talk about his formative years as an artist in Uruguay, and his transition to landscape painting in Northern California. 2p–3:30p. Free

Author Event: Celia Imrie & Fidelis Morgan

AVID READER. Authors Celia Imrie and Fidelis Morgan visit The Avid Reader on their book tour, celebrating the release of Imrie’s latest book, Meet Me at Rainbow Corner. 5p–6:30p. Free

Author Talk: Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez

AVID READER. Celebrate the release of the author’s latest book, Tías and Primas, a celebration of the women at the heart of Latine families. Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez is a leading Latine activist, writer, and speaker. 6:30p–7:30p. Free

Fernando Palma Rodríguez: Visiting Artist Lecture Series

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Fernando Palma Rodríguez’s creative robotic sculptures will be on display performing their narrative choreographies. This is an innovative & unique art experience. 4:30p–6p. Free

7, 21

Poetry Night Reading Series

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

Acorn Stories: A Welcome to Wintun Homeland

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. Join the World Tour Program and YoloSol Collective for our second annual fall gathering, Acorn Stories. Native Californian cultural practitioners Diana and Christina Almendariz and guests will share traditional ecological knowledge across generations. 4p–6p. Free

Stories on Stage Davis

SUDWERK BREWING CO. Featuring fiction by Carol Spaulding (read by actor Larry Lew) and Nicole Simonsen (read by actor Ian Hopps). Emcee Dr. Andy Jones. Beer & wine for purchase. 4p–6p. Free

14, 28

Storytime at Pioneer Park

PIONEER PARK. Every 2nd & 4th Thursday for a morning of stories & songs. For ages 3-6. Weather permitting. 10a. Free

Attachment Theory Symposium

PEREGRINE SCHOOL. Learning to identify, express, and appropriately meet one’s emotional needs, personally and within a group, is a lifelong pursuit. This Peregrine ParentU symposium centers around the book Learning to Trust: Attachment Theory and Classroom Management by Marilyn Watson. 7p–8p. Free

Author Talk: Susan Liebman

AVID READER. The author discusses her new book, The Dressmaker’s Mirror. Susan Weiss Liebman, PhD, was among MIT’s early female undergraduate students, part of a pioneering wave of women entering the institution. Following the sudden death of her niece, Liebman became a medical detective and committed to promoting awareness of genetic testing. 6p–7p. Free

COMMUNITY

UC Davis Sheepmowers Grazing Event

WELLMAN HALL LAWN. Watch the Sheepmowers graze for our fall showcase. 10a–5p. Free

7th Annual Winters Salmon Festival

ROTARY PARK. The festival is held in honor of the return of Chinook salmon to Putah Creek. Every year, Chinook salmon migrate back to their home creeks to spawn in the fall. Starting around October, salmon can be seen in our very own Putah Creek. 11a–4p.

Día de los Muertos

DAVIS CEMETERY. is celebration is one of the last Mesoamerican indigenous in uenced rituals, honoring mother earth and all ancestors. It’s an e ort to create a community, a sense of belonging, and global awareness of cultural richness in our multicultural society. e event will feature live music, sugar skull painting, face painting, local artist displays, food, and more. 10a–1p. Free

Silent Auction for DVCA Senior Class & DVCA Latinos Unidos

UPPER CRUST BAKING CO. e DVCA

Senior Class is hosting a silent auction and Día de Muertos celebration featuring pizza, drinks, live music, and exciting surprise auction items will be available. 5p–9p.

Free Open House: Predators of Insects

BOHART MUSEUM OF ENTOMOLO-

GY. Enjoy an engaging talk and Q&A with graduate students Emma Jochim (arachnids) and Christofer Brothers (dragon ies and kin), live arachnid feedings on the hour, hands-on activities, & carnivorous plants! Chat with a scientist and visit our insect collection, one of the largest in North America. 1p–4p. Free

2, 16 West Sacramento Gardening Q&A Desk

LOWES, WEST SAC. e UCCE Yolo County Master Gardeners Questions & Answers Desk is open at Lowes on the rst & third Saturdays of the month. 10a–12p. Free

2, 9, 16, 23, 30

The Bike Garage Open Hours: Woodland Location

BIKE GARAGE, WOODLAND. Volunteer organization with mechanics who will repair your bike! Interested in becoming a volunteer? No experience necessary. We also sell quality used hybrid, town, vintage, road, mountain, and kids bikes. We accept cash, Venmo, and Paypal donations. Sat: 9a–12p. Free

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

The Bike Garage Open Hours: Davis Location

BIKE GARAGE, DAVIS. Volunteer organization with mechanics who will repair your bike! Interested in becoming a volunteer? No experience necessary. We also sell quality used hybrid, town, vintage, road, mountain, and kids bikes. We accept cash, Venmo, and Paypal donations. Wed: 2p–5p, Sat: 9a–12p. Free

Death Café: A Monthly Conversation

DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. We gather monthly to increase awareness of death with a view toward helping people make the most of life. e gathering is a simple time of conversation - no agenda, just a relaxed place to speak about death. 10a–11:15a. 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, ﬁnd companionship and perspective from others, and ﬁnd a pathway forward with dignity and even hope for a meaningful parting and transition to the next stage of your journey. 6p–7p. Free

6, 13, 20, 27

Mantra Meditation

DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. We will practice 3 simple techniques that you can continue to practice at home on your own. is includes deep breathing, a technique using beads (Japa meditation), and music (Kirtan). 6p–7:30p. Free

100+ Women Who Care Yolo County Quarterly Meeting

SUDWERK BREWING CO. 100+ Women Who Care Yolo County is an extraordinary group of women who make an immediate, direct, and positive impact on Yolo County through collective giving. Meetings begin promptly at 7:30p where we’ll hear from three nonpro ts and then vote to decide who will be the recipient of our collective gi . 7p–8:30p. $100/quarter for one year

7, 14, 21

English Conversation Group

MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Weekly conversation group to practice English in a fun and relaxed way with help from a group facilitator. Drop in visitors welcome. 12:30p–1:30p. Free

Veteran’s Day Celebration

SUDWERK BREWING CO. Live music, a dog fashion show, ra e, and special beer brewed in honor of our veterans. 12p–4p.

The Village Heart: An Evening of Authentic Connection

TBD. Whether you are seeking to make new friendships, deepen existing relation-

ships, or just explore new ways of connecting, e Village Heart o ers a space for curiosity and exploration through guided connection activities and opportunities to stretch comfort zones. 6:30p–9p. $25–35

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Davis Women’s Circles REDWOOD BUILDING. A special 2-hour mini-retreat on perfectionism, the perfect mom myth, and more! Support, empowerment, community, activities, and good food! 3p–5p. $27

Reiki & SoundScapes: A Monthly Ritual for Connection & Renewal HEARTSCAPES STUDIO. A dynamic collaboration between the subtle sweetness of Reiki energy and the somatic experience of soundscape (improvised sonic journeys). Register in advance. 4:30p–6p. $25

Davis Travelaires Day Trip: Duarte Poinsettias & Sciabica Olive Oil DAY TRIP. Join us for our popular annual trip to Duarte Poinsettias, where you can

buy gorgeous owers to add a festive cheer to your space. We will again visit Sciabica’s Olive Oil where we will enjoy a guided tasting and free time to shop for gi packs or individually packaged olive oil, vinegar, nuts, and other products. 8a–5:15p. $98

Davis Women’s ADHD Support Group

MARY L. STEPHENS 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 minute ADHD educational component. e remaining time will be for general discussion, sharing resources, and planning for the next meeting. 6:30p–8p. Free

FTNESS

Barre Bring a Friend for Free Day YOLO BARRE. Celebrate Day of the Dead at Yolo Barre with your friends. FREE barre classes all day! 7:30a–11:30a. Free

4, 11, 18, 25

Free Circuit Training Monday

ARROYO PARK. Rain or shine, hosted by Happy Heart Yoga. is all-levels class is appropriate for both experienced and non-experienced participants. Meet near the Basketball Courts. BYO mat and water. 9p–10p. Free

4, 11, 18, 15

Align & Flow Yoga

DAVIS SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTER. Enjoy a 75 minute align & ow class with Jeanne. All classes begin with a meditation and invite mindful movement through attention to breath and physical alignment. 5:30p–6:45p. $15 (cash or venmo only)

5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27

Tai Chi Classes at the Davis Arts Center

DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Tai Chi classes available at many di erent skill levels. Take part in this exercise that will leave you feeling relaxed & aligned. 10a–11p.

6, 13, 20, 27

Baby Wearing Fitness Class

MIRROR IMAGE DANCE COMPA-

NY. 60-minute movement class designed to help new parents or caregivers regain

their strength, energy, and con dence while bonding with their precious little ones. $25 drop in, rst class free

6, 13, 20, 27

Kids Yoga

DIXON LIBRARY. Yoga for kids! Call the Dixon Library for more info on this fun family friendly event! 11:30a–12p.

6, 13, 20

Children’s Fitness Classes at the Davis Arts Center

DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Tina Fitness is now o ering children’s tness classes at the Davis Arts Center! 2p–5p.

6, 13, 20, 27

Children’s Yoga with Mei

BAREFOOT YOGA STUDIO. Guaranteed fun for the little yogis! Instructor Mei has been teaching kids yoga for over 10 years and is dedicated to promoting yoga & self love to kids. 4:45p–5:30p. $18 for drop in, $90 for 6-week session

15 Zumba class

MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Zumba movements incorporate high- and low-intensity dance moves designed to get your heart rate up and boost cardio endurance. 6p–7p. Free

FOOD & DRINK

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.

The HIVE Anniversary Party

THE HIVE, WOODLAND. Celebrate e HIVE’s 3rd year and Z Specialty Food’s 45th during this FREE community event. We’re o ering a $20 Gi Card with each $100 retail purchase in the warehouse. 10a–5p.

GAMES

Underhand Games

MARKET PARK. Come & play fun, underhand games with the Davis Odd Fellows & Team Davis! is will be a fun & low-impact activity. 10a–4p. $20

6, 13, 20, 27

Magic the Gathering Weekly Tournament!

DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Bring your deck. Bring your friends and have a wonderful time. 6p–8p. $12

7, 14, 21, 28

No Brain Drain Trivia

SUPER OWL BREWING. Hosted by Preacher. Trivia + Comedy + Game Show. 6:30–7:30p. Free

Second Sunday Bingo

ODD FELLOWS HALL. Community members, friends, and family are encouraged to come for an a ernoon of fun playing Davis Bingo, which will help support our community’s nonpro ts. 12p–4p. $12

SHE KILLS MONSTERS

MUSIC

Live Piano Music

GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. An evening of wine accompanied by live piano music from Karla Mahoney. Enjoy a wine tasting with a flight of five exceptional wines or a glass of wine in our beautiful garden. 5p–8p.

Saturday at the Patio

CLOUD FOREST CAFE. Featuring Fusion Jazz by the LabRats. 4p—6p. Free 5, 19

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

Music for String Trio

ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Featuring Aromi Park, violin, Kimberlee Uwate, viola, & Seth Biagini, cello; playing Schubert, Martinu, Wiancko, & von Dohnányi. 12p–1p. Free

Thursday Live! ft. Nashville Honeymoon

ODD FELLOWS HALL. Nashville Honeymoon is a honkytonk band that plays their own special brand of California country. The bar will be open to purchase beer, wine or sodas. Doors: 7p; Show: 7:30. $Donatons support the band

Muusic at Noon! Free Concert Second Fridays UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH. Jia-mo Chen, Cellist, and John Cozza, Pianist, will perform works of Bach, Beethoven, and Shostakovich for the 2nd Friday Free Concert Series. 12p–1p. Free

Wine & Music: The Vinyl Tones GREAT BEAR VINEYARD. Live music by the Vinyl Tones, a three-piece band from Sacramento playing rock hits from the 60s and 70s. 5p–8p.

“Arts @ Shields” Pop-up Performance SHIELDS LIBRARY. With returning UC Davis alum Kimberlee Uwate (viola), this string trio program inaugurates a new pop-up style series at Shields Library called “Arts @ Shields” and will include music from time

to time. The concert selections will not be announced in advance. Passersby and attendees who know about the event in advance will both enjoy the surprise of discovering the program as it unfolds! 1p–2p. Free

Saturday at the Patio

CLOUD FOREST CAFE. Featuring Fusion Jazz by the Tom Molina & Friends. 4p—6p. Free

Davis Chamber Players Fall Concert

DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Featuring performances by pianist Dr. John Cozza, (CSU, Sacramento staff pianist and professor), Anita Felix (Folsom Symphony principal violinist, and member of the Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera), Johnnie Basch (Sacramento area guitarist), and Chris Zdunkiewicz (cellist). 7:30p–9:30p. Free

Latif Bolat: Turkish Sufi Mystic Music, Poetry & Images

WATERMELON MUSIC. Latif Bolat possesses a vast repertoire, ranging from Sufi devotional songs and Turkish Folk music, to classical works. He has presented his music across the globe, and now comes to Davis. 4p–6p. $20

Live Jazz Music

GREAT BEAR VINEYARD. An evening of wine & live jazz by the David Kyle Jazz Band Tip Top Trio. 5p–8p.

Folk Music Folks

CLOUD FOREST CAFE. Folk Music Folks is an 8-person ensemble, playing folk tunes from around the world. Come hear if we play your favorite! 4p–5:30p. Free

Wine & Live Music: Katalysst & Soul Ona Roll

GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Live music by Katalysst, a progressive folk-rock duo known for their poetic lyrics and vintage sound. 5p–8p.

Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert

JACKSON HALL. Treat the Encanto lovers in your family to a sing-along film unlike any other. Watch the full Oscar-winning film on the big screen while Banda de la Casita performs the Grammy-winning songs live. 7:30p. $18.50+

UC Davis Symphony Orchestra

MONDAVI CENTER. This concert is guest conducted by Matilda Hofman, features Guyanese American soprano Shawnette Sulker, and has on it three works that will demonstrate the UC Davis Symphony Orchestra’s ability to present compelling music by a variety of composers. 7p–8:30p. $12–24

Experienced Jazz Jam

DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. For those with experience playing in jazz jams, ensembles or otherwise feel confident in your ability to improvise a solo in a jazz jam session. Jam with other Davis musicians who love playing jazz music: American Songbook, Bossa Nova, Django, etc.

Tom and The Broken Hearts

SUDWERK BREWING CO. Tom and The Broken Hearts is a high-energy tribute band dedicated to honoring the music and legacy of the late rock icon Tom Petty. 7p–9:30p. $10

Woodland Chamber Singers Holiday Concert

WOODLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. Community choir made up of 40 singers and a newly added children’s choir. WCS has performed at the Woodland Opera house, Carnegie Hall, and in venues around Austria & Italy. WCS will tour from Edinburgh to London next summer. Sat. at 7p (and Sun. Dec 1 at 4p). $20

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 different 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

4, 11, 18, 25

Monday Night Trivia

THREE MILE BREWING. King Trivia App. All ages. 6:30p.

5, 12, 19, 26

Game Night

THREE MILE BREWING. Immerse yourself in a world of board games, card games, & good times! Play ours or bring your own. Plus, enjoy our fantastic Happy Hour. 5p–10p.

5, 12, 19, 26

G Street Karaoke Night

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

6, 13, 20, 27

G Street Trivia Night

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. 6:30–7:30p. Free

7, 14, 21, 28

Trivia Thursday

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

SCREEN

1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Senior Film Fridays

DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Watch a film and enjoy popcorn with friends. Check the Senior Center’s website for film titles. 12:30p. Free

Sahaya International 25th anniversary with movie screening

VETERANS MEMORIAL THEATRE. An evening of inspiration and hope, with cultural performances and a screening of the new documentary, A Journey Home- The Story of Sahaya Vietnam. 7p–9p. Free

Davis Film Fest

VETERANS MEMORIAL THEATRE. Films from around the world and our own backyard: narrative, documentary, animation, experimental. Shorts and features. Children under 12 get in free to the afternoon family

friendly lms; evening lms are for mature audiences only. 1:30p–9:40p. $0–$15

SHOPPING

1, 2, 3

Friends of the Library Sale

MARY L. STEPHENS 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 Sat, 8a–1p & Wed, 3p–6p.

Pop-Up Art Sale

806 FALCON AVE., DAVIS. Four longtime Davis residents and artisans (Nancy Gelbard, Amina Harris, David Kalb, Rebecca Stein-Wexler) will host an open-air Pop-Up Art Sale of their work. 10a–3p.

DHS Ski Swap

DAVIS HIGH SCHOOL. Find bargains on new and used ski and snowboard equipment and clothes, while supporting the Blue Devil Ski Team. 9a–12:30p. $5

3, 17

Davis Craft and Vintage Fair

CENTRAL PARK. Support local small businesses! Featuring more than 40 booths with local artisans and vintage collectors, food trucks and live music. 10a–4p.

NOV 8–DEC 24

Pence Gallery Holiday Market

PENCE GALLERY. e Pence’s Holiday Market is a treasure trove of hand-cra ed items created by 50+ regional artists and artisans, perfect for holiday gi giving. Visitors can enjoy shopping from cozy knit scarves, unique bags, jewelry, ceramics, paintings, candles, and more. Pence Members receive 10% o of Holiday Market purchases!

UC Davis Arboretum

Clearance Plant Sale

UCD ARBORETUM. At this sale, all four hours are open to the public and our remaining inventory will be marked down. In addition to clearance sale pricing, Members of the Friends of the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden will receive an additional 10% o their purchases! 9a–1p

Village Homes Arts & Crafts Fair

VILLAGE HOMES COMMUNITY CEN-

TER. e indoor-outdoor fair will feature ceramics, jewelry, nature photography, note cards, woodblock prints, paintings, Japanese sh prints, local honey, beeswax candles, preserves, homemade soaps, hand-knitted accessories, fabric tote bags, dried fruit, candy, pet comforters, samosas, baked goods, kids’ cra s, and more. 10a–4p.

SPORTS 2

UC Davis Football vs. Northern Colorado

UC DAVIS HEALTH STADIUM. UC Davis Football hosts Northern Colorado for the penultimate game of the season! UC Davis Athletics will be celebrating Parent & Family Weekend, Faculty & Sta Appreciation, and High School Band Day. 1p–5p. $12

UC Davis Volleyball vs Hawai’i

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Volleyball game! UC Davis vs. Hawai’i. 2p–5p. $8

UC Davis Volleyball vs CSUN UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Volleyball game! UC Davis vs. CSUN. 6p–8p. $8

UC Davis Football vs. Montana State

UC DAVIS HEALTH STADIUM. UC Davis hosts Montana State Bobcats for senior night! Celebrate & cheer on the Aggies during this game. 5p–9p. $15

UC Davis Volleyball vs CSU Bakersﬁeld

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Volleyball game! UC Davis vs. CSU Bakers eld. 1p–3p. $8

UC Davis Volleyball vs UCSB

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Volleyball game! UC Davis vs. UCSB. 6p–8p. $8

UC Davis Volleyball vs Cal Poly UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Volleyball game! UC Davis vs. Cal Poly. 2p–5p. $8

STAGE & DANCE

Musical Theatre Dance Workshop 2 HICKEY GYM. Learn the dance to “Ever A er” from Into the Woods from Meredith Joelle Donato, an acclaimed Bay Area choreographer. Spots are limited so sign-up soon. 2p–4:30p. Free

2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30

Adult Very Beginning Ballet APPLEGATE DANCE STUDIO. Learning ballet is not just for kids - it’s for adults too! is dance class is perfect for you if you have no prior ballet experience or limited previous experience. Curious about learning this beautiful art form? Come join us! Mon & Sat, 10a–11a. $15

3, 10, 17, 24

International Folk Dancing MIRROR IMAGE DANCE COMPANY. Connect with other cultures, while connecting to other people Sunday nights. All levels are welcome. 7p–9:30p. First time is free; $7–$70 (based on # of sessions)

4, 11, 18, 25

Latin Fusion Dance Class

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE DAVIS. Journey through the vibrant and sultry world of Latin dance led by Karla Avila. is class

Holiday Market

Shop at Pence Gallery for unique, handmade gifts by local artists. Nov. 8 - Dec. 24 | 11:30 AM - 5 PM daily

Pence Members receive 10% o ! 212 D Street | (530)758-3370 www.pencegallery.org

blends salsa, bachata, and samba moves for dancers of all levels! 6p–7:30p. $20

Choreo-Ecologies

NELSON HALL, DELLA DAVIDSON PERFORMANCE STUDIO. Choreo-Ecologies is an investigative process undertaken by undergraduate dancers at UC Davis aimed at exploring the myriad relationships between movement and nature. 7p–8p. Free

8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30

My Fair Lady

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPA-

NY. My Fair Lady is a beautiful musical about transformation, patronage, gender politics and class, based on George Bernard Shaw’s play, Pygmalion. Recommended for ages 10 & up. $12

16, 17

PTDW Fall Concert - Leaving One’s Self Behind

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. PTDW opens their 40th season with the premiere of a new work, Leaving One’s Self Behind, a thoughtful and sometimes humorous exploration of the ripples that we make in the world as individuals, communities, and as a species. Sat: 7p–8:15p, Sun: 2p–3:15p. $15–$20

16, 23, 30

James and the Giant Peach, Jr DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion that results in a tremendous peach... and launches a journey of enormous proportions. Recommended for the whole family. Fri. 7p; Sat. & Sun. 2p. $12

*Events hosted at Yolo County Library locations are not always hosted by the Yolo County Library.

THREE GENERATIONS OF FAMILY, FOOD, AND CULTURE AT

Three Preethi Indian Cuisine

Photo: Hanna Nakano

Like so many families, Kishore and Kumari Immareddy moved to Davis to raise their two children. ey wanted the bike paths, the schools, and the community. But the Immareddys didn’t come empty handed: they also wanted to share their own culture and cuisine with their new vibrant, tightly-knit neighbors.

Kishore and Kumari have been serving North and South Indian dishes at Preethi Indian Cuisine in downtown Davis for 16 years.

Of course, Preethi o ers the popular dishes like butter chicken and chicken tikka masala, but they also pride themselves on introducing Davis to more unique dishes like South Indian chicken curry—one of their daughters’ favorites.

Kishore and Kumari are originally from Vijayawada, a city in Southeast India, but their menu is quite geographically diverse.

cial needs is delicate, but Kishore and Kumari credit being able to stay open to their regular diners. e ones who are like family.

e restaurant is run by three generations of Immareddy family members. When you enter, it feels like you are part of their family, as well.

To combat the post-pandemic pressure, Preethi is turning toward community and family once again—transforming their restaurant into a venue for cultural celebrations. With a focus on food, of course.

Rather stay in?

Order delivery from preethiindian.com, Doordash or Uber Eats!

“We have a lot of vegetarian, meat, and vegan options,” Kumari told e Dirt. “ ere’s a lot of vegans in Davis so we have a good variety for that.”

Each order at Preethi is handcra ed, down to the Immareddy family’s homemade spice mixture.

“[ e Dishes] are really spicy and very strong with avor because we make our own fresh blend of masala,” Kumari said. e COVID-19 pandemic hit small businesses like Preethi hard. ey’re still feeling the impacts. Balancing the rising cost of goods with customers’ nan-

Diwali, a traditional Hindu festival of lights, is one of their biggest celebrations. Each year, Preethi’s Diwali celebration features more than 45 food items, including desserts and seafood which is normally not on the menu.

Moving forward, the Immareddys say they’ll continue to be a place of celebration for events and celebrations.

If you are new to Indian cuisine and are not sure what to get, check out Preethi’s lunch bu et from 11:30a–2:30p, where multiple dishes can be tried. e normal menu is served from 5p–10p.

Preethi Indian Cuisine is located at 715 2nd Street, Davis.

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Kumari & Kishore Immareddy.

by Grace Call, for 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 | 5:30p—8:30p. Visit the working artist collective and meet elma Weatherford, Cathie James-Robinson and Judy Catambay.

THE ARTERY

207 G St | 6p—9p. Into the Woods, Art from the Urban Forest. Tom Babb and Jay Schreider present beautiful wood pieces, capturing the distinctive texture, contrasting color of wood grain, and the imperfections of the original tree. Tom creates practical and sculptural art from reclaimed, found, or pruned wood. Jay uses milled logs while considering the wood’s shape, grain, and color. Also, view dried ower art by Rebecca Le-Babb and the glass artistry of Linda Bird.

DAVIS CRAFT & VINTAGE FAIR

E St Plaza | 5p—9p. Shop from arts, cra s, and vintage micro-businesses’ booths, plus free live music. Weather permitting.

LOGOS BOOKS

513 2nd St | 5p—7:30p. Exploring Still Life in Oil. Meet Gwenn Walsh at her reception and view her still life oil paintings, created directly from observation “alla prima”. Engaged in the opportunity that still life presents, she completes each painting in a single session in order to capture the immediacy of the moment. Light refreshments will be served.

THE PAINT CHIP

217 F St | 6p—8:30p. e Sta Holiday Show. is show celebrates the talented artists working at e Paint Chip. Each artist represents a unique approach to their art and medium with a wide variety of subjects. Perfect gi s for the holidays!

PARKSIDE BAR & OUTPOST BURGER

330 G St | 6p—9p. Live Music by Max Hart Trio. e trio serves up jazz, funk and pop tunes, smoked on the Hammond B3, with a side of drums and guitar.

PENCE GALLERY

212 D St | 6p—9p. Holiday Market opens at the Pence, featuring a variety of handcra ed work by 50+ regional artists that would make wonderful holiday gi s. Alejandro Rubio: e Green Man & Other Tales displays imaginative landscape paintings, while Paul Hermann: Within the Chrysalis showcases detailed gurative paintings. Also, view Mixed Media Work by Elana Bober along the stairway. Enjoy wine by Fiddlehead Cellars, as well as live music by Sammy and Lauren Leverone.

SECRET SPOT

117 D St | 5p—9p. Art of the Davis Pub Crawl

Local artist Evan omas Lilley captures moments of the Davis nightlife. Come see fantastic renderings of our favorite local watering holes!

THIRD SPACE ART COLLECTIVE

17 Arboretum Dr, Unit C | 5p—8p. Comic

Relief. A group show composed of local comic strip writers, illustrators and animators using a variety of creative media. emed refreshments will be provided!

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST

CHURCH OF DAVIS

27074 Patwin Rd | 12p—1p. Muusic at Noon Free Concert. Jia-Mo Chen, Cellist, and John Cozza, Pianist, will perform works of Bach, Beethoven, and Shostakovich.

NOVEMBER

8 2024

2ND FRIDAY ARTABOUT SPONSORED BY:

1. Gwenn Walsh, Logos Books. 2. Thelma Weatherford, Arboretum Art Works (detail). 3. Jay Schreider, The Artery. 4. Makayla Stump, The Paint Chip. 5. Evan Thomas Lilley, Secret Spot (detail). 6. Holiday Market, Pence Gallery (detail).