The Dirt: October 2023

EDITOR’S NOTE

•It’s difficult for me to rattle on about the themes of this month and there are so many that deserve being fawned over— when all I want to use this space for (as an editor, as a parent) is to demand safety measures be put in place immediately at our undersiege schools.

I would love to talk about the dozens of author and artist speaking engagements this month. And the art shows? Some truly astounding experiences. It’s incredible what our local organizers are doing.

But I’m too anxious because today I received the sixth? seventh? alert of a bomb threat involving my daughter’s school.

The Zombie Bike Ride is bringing a whole Halloweekend of spooky activities, and thousands of visitors to Davis! It’s such a great excuse to dress up and bike with the fam or your besties.

But I’m worried about the schools where there are no fences, no security guards, no locked doors. And wondering: why isn’t more being done?

Avid Reader is saying what we all want to this month—support the library. They’re planning an awesome event with children’s authors Mac Barnett & Shawn Harris,

and a grown-up afterparty at Armadillo Music benefitting our local Friends of the Library.

Davis is for everyone. The Dirt stands with many other Davis institutions in saying we will not let threats of violence stop our support of our LGBTQ+ neighbors.

What if we could just all be nice to each other? I wouldn’t be agonizing over my wording as I beg for fences, that’s for sure.

HALLOWEEN COSTUME INSPIRATION

ZOMBIE BIKE RIDE 6 THE OLDEST CLUB IN DAVIS 7

RECIPE: TOMBSTONE MAC & CHEESE 8

OCTOBER EVENT GUIDE

ARTABOUT GUIDE 16

DAVIS FACEBOOK DIRECTORY 17

NEW GORMAN MUSEUM 18

Untitled, 2023 | Pam Pulsifer-Gonzales

"I cannot speak for the Grizzly. I am letting the perpetrators' own documentation tell the story of why and how the Grizzly became extinct in the Golden State." On display at the Gorman Museum.

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Library fundraiser: Oct. 25! Children’s authors Mac Barnett & Shawn Harris host a children’s event at the Avid Reader Bookstore from 5:30—7p, followed by a grown-up after party and library fundraiser at

from 8:30—10p.

Nothing says Fall in Yolo County like a trip to Bobby Dazzler’s Pumpkin Patch. The corn pool, the cow train, and petting zoo are open all month.

We’re enamored with the mystic, crystal goodness of local artist Jen Wendt, the Crystal Witch. Offering gorgeous handmade jewelry and deep knowledge on the use of crystals in your daily life, Crystal Witch can be found irl at the Davis Craft & Vintage Market.

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.

SNL veteran Molly Shannon’s memoir Hello, Molly! is both hilarious and heartbreaking. Join Shannon in conversation as she discusses the book at the Mondavi Center Oct. 20.

Just in time for spooky season, the Woodland Opera House opens The Addams Family. Full of wicked laughter, the show is recommended for grown-ups because of innuendo and ghostly apparitions.

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Art in the Garden with Friends. Third Space Art Collective, Arboretum Art Works & UCD Arboretum and Public Garden have teamed up for an interactive afternoon showcase featuring hands-on workshops, live music, art demos & art on display at Gateway Garden, Oct 14.

Pumpkins + succulents = pumpkulents. Yes, it’s a thing and yes, you need one. Make your own or pick your own fall bouquets at Park Winters this month. 9

Armadillo Music hosts another killer Vinyl Fair this month; Oct. 21 at the Davis Senior Center. Expect more than 50 vendors, rare and unique records & insane deals.

Davis Neighor’s Night Out is scheduled for Oct. 15. Find a gathering scheduled in your neighborhood, or host one of your own! Register on the City’s website.

Scarves to dye for! Lavender season may be over, but we’ve found a lavender scarf dyeing workshop at Capay Valley Oct. 21 that promises three hours of fun, and a beautiful silk scarf to take home.

COSTUME GUIDE 2023

Celebrating Halloween in Downtown Davis is one of the most exciting things about growing up in this City. Our local businesses pull together in a big way to create truly memorable experiences during Trick-or-Treat.

Choosing a Halloween costume can feel tricky, though. Maybe you have a kiddo who wholeheartedly changes their mind every single day. Or maybe you have a kiddo who wants to be a stick (please, please let them be the stick).

If your little ones are a little more open to suggestion this Halloween, we’ve teamed up with Avid & Co.—the toy store extension of Avid Reader—to share some favorite costumes on shelves this year.

• For sensory sensitive kids who may not like even the idea of a costume on their body, a proper sword and shield go a long way. Add a dragon head? So cute.

• A princess costume that feels like the real deal will live on as part of your child’s dress-up collection. e hoop skirts on many of their costume gowns this year add an extra element of magic to the occasion.

• For older children and tweens (and occasional moms!), a collection of jersey knit classic Disney princess dresses that pairs great with sneaks. ese are Disneyland-worthy and so comfortable.

• High end accessories go a long way. Avid & Co.’s selection of crowns and tiaras turn any out t into a legitimate occasion.

• Gender is a construct. Let your child pair a u y skirt with a construction hat.

• Support local businesses where you can; DIY or upcycle to supplement costume elements.

Hanna Nakano, The Dirt

All costumes pictured available for purchase at Avid & Co.

Carol Jenkins

PET OF THE MONTH: OCTOBER 2023

DIBS SEROPIAN SHIH

TZUMIX

Dibs was rescued four years ago and her owners say she is the sweetest, most chill dog. You can nd and follow Dibs on Instagram @dibsrubmytummy.

THE DETAILS

Name: Dibs Seropian Age: 8

Breed: Shih Tzu-mix

Humans: Amy & Rich Seropian

Hobbies: Belly rubs, naps, yummy treats and taking walks where she greets neighbors and their dogs.

ZOMBIE BIKE RIDE

WEEKEND IN DAVIS SPEND A HAUNTED

Thousands of costumed riders will roll through Davis for this year’s West Coast Zombie Bike Ride Halloweekend Festival.

This year’s weekend—Friday, Oct. 27 through Sunday, Oct. 29—is jam packed with spooky experiences and 12-miles of family fun at the 5th Annual Zombie Bike Ride.

The Zombie Bike Ride’s mission is to make bicycling available to everyone, including children with special needs. Over the past four years, organizers say they’ve raised and donated more than $22-thousand to NorCal Trykers, an organization that creates custom tricycles for children with special needs.

have provided 20 children with custom tricycles so far,” organizer Aaron Wedra said in a press release. “These children get to experience the freedom of riding on a bicycle and feeling the wind in their hair for the first time.”

October 27–29!

“Each tricycle costs about $1-thousand to make, and funds from our events

The Zombie Bike Ride is designed to be a self-paced Halloween experience along the 12-mile Davis Bike Loop. Hop in where you please; check zombiebikeparade.com for the map. Although the Zombie Bike Ride emphasizes biking, all are welcome: pedestrians, scooters, skateboards, strollers, wheelchairs, and power chairs are all welcome. For those who find it difficult to traverse bike lanes, consider driving to Community Park, where the majority of the festivities will take place.

YOUR WEEKEND TIMELINE:

Friday after work • Get your bike tuned up or grab an upgrade from one of the Zombie Bike Ride’s featured partners: Ken’s Bike-Ski-Board, Davis Cyclery, Green Bicycle Depot, Freewheeler, and the Bike Garage.

Saturday 9a–3:30p • Zombie v. Human Paintball, 24998 Co. Rd. 102

• Humans who get hit with green paint join the ranks of the undead. Can you survive?

Saturday 5p–8p • Pre-Bike Brew Party, 2001 2nd St.

• Enjoy food, brews & a mini pumpkin patch.

• Mirror Image Dance Company’s Trunk-or-Treat

Sunday 12p–3:30p • 5th Annual Zombie Bike Ride

• Davis Bike Loop

• More than 12 entertainment stations, zombie bike mechanics, food & drink vendors.

• DJ Mellax creates music live from inside an inflatable octopus at the West Quad.

• Skydance Skydiving Grand Finale at 3:30p at Community Park.

Sunday 4p—6p • Zombie Mash Afterparty, Community Park

• Featuring Stunt Master’s zombified BMX performers & music by DJ Duc Jones, Fire University Fire Dancers and more.

Check out zombiebikeride.com for the latest information.

Hanna Nakano, The Dirt

Photos Courtesy: Zombie Bike Ride

The Oldest Organization in Davis

* Dave Rosenberg has been a member of the Davis Odd Fellows Lodge since 2004. He has served four terms as Noble Grand of the Lodge, and currently is a Trustee of the Lodge. Rosenberg is a Yolo Superior Court Judge, and previously served as a Yolo County Supervisor and as Mayor of Davis.

In the heart of Downtown Davis stands a solid unassuming building at 415 Second Street that is owned and occupied by the oldest organization in Davis. That building is the Davis Odd Fellows Lodge Hall—and it happens to be the home of the oldest continually operating entity in Davis: the Davis Odd Fellows Lodge.

The Odd Fellows Lodge is a fraternal order that was chartered in 1870—more than 150 years ago. The fraternity is older than the University of California, and older even than the incorporation of the City of Davis. In 1870, there was no City of Davis. The area was known as “Davisville” and the Odd Fellows, at their inception, were identified as Yolo Lodge #169.

Today, they are known as the Davis Odd Fellows Lodge #169—chartered right after

San Luis Obispo #168 and right before Knights Ferry #170.

The Davis Odd Fellows Lodge has grown to almost 400 members—almost equally divided between men and women, and it has the largest membership of any Odd Fellows Lodge in the world—right here in little-old Davis. Members in the Davis Lodge range in age from 18 to 88.

The original home for the Odd Fellows in Davis was on G Street. Eventually, that G Street facility was sold to the Masonic Lodge, and through the generosity of an Odd Fellow who left a bequest in his will, the present Lodge Hall was built on Second Street in 1955.

If you walk, bike or drive past the Lodge today, you can’t miss it. The Odd Fellows Lodge Hall announces its presence with a large vertical neon sign, that is lit day and

night. The Lodge is occupied and used continuously.

The Davis Odd Fellows Lodge has some 70 committees, many of which provide community serving events including: Thursday Live! music at the Lodge, Second Sunday Bingo, the Zombie Bike Parade, A Taste of Davis, The Davis Chocolate Festival, the Davis Classic Film Festival, Breakfast with Santa, Breakfast with the Bunny, and more.

The Lodge also owns surrounding property and rents to tenants including Hunan Chinese Restaurant and Bar, Elite Property Management, a clothing store by the name of Treehouse Vintage, and a salon called The Refinery, as well as the food truck operation of Handheld Sweet and Savory Pies.

The fraternal motto of the Odd Fellows is “friendship, love, and truth.”

Do you run a club or organization in Davis or Yolo County you’d like to share with the wider community? Submit a story about your group to hanna@thedirt. online, subject: Groups.

Dave Rosenberg, for The Dirt

LEFT: A Taste of Davis at the Lodge

MIDDLE: Preparing for the Zombie Bike Ride

RIGHT: Members of the Davis Odd Fellows Lodge

RECIPE: HALLOWEEN GRAVEYARD PASTA

A VEGGIE LOADED MAC & CHEESE

Come play with your food! We’re carving headstones on squash and making a veg-loaded halloween mac and cheese. It’s a happy cheesy pasta, packed with lots of roasted butternut squash—and big flavor. The pickled jalapeno brine contrasts with the richness of the cheese and adds so much. Salty, creamy, tangy, and playfully spooky for halloween.

30-Second Cooking Lesson: Carve gravestones out of squash and potatoes! Slice ¾-1” slabs and use a knife to round the tops of a few. Use a metal skewer as your chisel and carve RIP or other spooky sayings. To darken the letters, try rubbing a bit of cocoa powder or baking soda on the tip of your carving device. Roast with the other squash.

RECIPE

1 hour and 10 minutes, including inactive baking time • Serves 6

• 2 tbsp. olive oil + a little to oil the baking dish

• 1 butternut or 2 honeynut squashes (2-2½ lbs.), peeled, seeded (Cut half into ½” cubes; save the other half to carve into gravestones)

• 1½ tbsp. sea salt

• 2½ c. vegetable or chicken stock

• ¾ c. cream, half and half, or 1 (12 oz.) can evaporated milk

• ½ lb. curly pasta or macaroni

• 1 tsp. dijon mustard

• 8–16 oz. shredded gruyere or sharp white cheddar (or mix 50/50 with a melty cheese like fontina, divided)

• A few grinds of fresh ground pepper

• 1 tbsp. pickled jalapeno brine or 1 tsp. hot sauce

• 1 c. panko or fresh bread crumbs

1. Preheat oven to 450. Place all squash on lined baking sheet; toss with oil and 1 tsp. salt. Roast for 30 minutes.

2. 15 minutes later, start pasta. After

squash has roasted for 15 mins, add pasta, stock, cream, and sea salt to large, oven-safe skillet. Bring to a simmer, stir regularly. When pasta is done and liquid has come to a thin sauce, gradually stir in most shredded cheese and all mustard. Watch it, the sauce can quickly go from thin to thick quickly. If the pasta sauce seems a bit thick, stir in a few tbsp. water at a time to reach desired consistency. Stir in pickled jalapeno brine.

3. Pull the squash from the oven when tender; turn oven to broil. Fold in the cubes of roasted squash and sprinkle remaining cheese + bread crumbs over

top. Using a spoon, create space to plunge gravestones into pasta. Return pan to oven for 5-7 minutes to brown.

BONUS POINTS

Swap: replace or add some of the squash tombstones with peeled potatoes for color variation.

Add: Garnish with a sprinkle of rosemary and chile flakes. Boost veggies by adding 1-2 c. chopped cauliflower with the pasta, or add frozen peas / baby greens at the end.

Tip: Microwave whole squash for 1-2 minutes to make the skin easier to peel.

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

Sandra Violet Clark, for The Dirt

THIS MONTH

ART

1

Fall Season Celebration at the Shrem Museum

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. The afternoon offers fun for all ages with hands-on art projects, food, music & special equine guests. Curators Rachel Teagle, Claudia Zapata & Sampada Aranke will introduce & present featured artists. 2:30p—5p. Free

1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Miniature Paint Night

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

6, 13, 20, 27

Senior Watercolor Group

DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Led by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free

7, 24, 21, 28

Día de Muertos Workshops

TANA WOODLAND. Family workshops facilitated by regional artists including Elyse Doyle-Martinez, whose work is included in Malaquias Montoya & the Legacies of a Printed Resistance. Day of the Dead-themed activities include calaca printing, papel picado, cempasíchil stringing & more. 11a—2p. Free

8

Second Sunday Ceramics Day

DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. We provide a wide variety of paints and brushes to help you decorate your one of a kind pottery. 2p—7p. $8

10

Photography Club of Davis: Photographer Spotlight

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. David J. Grenier, a fine art photographer, will share images from his travels to Sri Lanka, India, Australia, Iceland, Argentina, Chile, Banff NP in Canada, & several places of interest in the

USA. After traveling throughout his youth, these photos are a continuation of his journeys around the globe. 7:10p—8:45p. Free

11, 25

Figure Drawing Group PENCE GALLERY. Drop-in, self-guided sessions with a nude model every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. Limited to 10 participants. Register online. 6:30p—9p. $22

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Artist Talk: Katya Grokhovsky

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Katya Grokhovsky is a Ukrainian born, New York City-based multidisciplinary visual artist. Her work explores cultural identity, labor, body, history and the self in installation, sculpture, painting, drawing, fiber, video, and performance. 4:30p—6p. Free

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2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception

THRIVING PINK. Reception and Photography Exhibit featuring local photographer and Thriver, Sue Peri. 5p—8p. Free

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2nd Friday ArtAbout

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. Enjoy art, watch dance performances, participate in an all-age craft project, enjoy some light refreshments, learn a dance for the Annual Zombie Bike Parade & enter a free raffle. 5:30p—7:30p. Free

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2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception: Carrie Ceniseroz

LOGOS BOOKS. Meet oil and watercolor artist Carrie Ceniseroz and explore her exhibit “Up Close: Studies in Florals”. Live music & light refreshments. 6p—8p. Free

13

2nd Friday ArtAbout

PENCE GALLERY. Enjoy wine while browsing the new art exhibits on display, and visit the courtyard to shop from our pop-up Night Market. 6p—9p. Free

13

365 Project Group Show

THE PAINT CHIP. This unique collection showcases the dedication of seven local artists as they produce art as a daily practice. 6:30p—8:30p. Free

14

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

JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. A gathering geared towards nurturing dialogue on contemporary painting & the shared ideas that define current trends in the field. This conference provides a unique opportunity & an intimate setting to interact with top artists. Free for students until Oct 1st. Register online. 1p. $0—$75

14

Art in the Garden

ARBORETUM GATEWAY GARDEN. An interactive showcase featuring hands-on workshops, art demonstrations, live music & art on display. More workshops and demos next door at Third Space Art Collective. Plus Handheld Sweet and Savory Pies will have food for sale. Family-friendly! 2p—6p. Free

21

Twilight Artist Talk

ZOOM. Enjoy an online talk by the four artists exhibiting in Twilight, as they share insights into their paintings & sculptures created since the pandemic. Working in different media, they share an interest in using art to expand and comment upon the ever-changing environment &

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personal landscape. Register on the Pence Gallery website. 11a—12:15p. Suggested Donation $10

21

Art Farm Gala 2023

GIBSON HOUSE & PROPERTY. A fundraiser for the arts & land preservation. This daytime event will include an Art Harvest, silent auction & local food & wine tastings. All works sold for $250. 3p—6p. Ticketed event

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Art in Action Family Art Workshops

PENCE GALLERY. 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

28

Día de Muertos Celebration

TANA, WOODLAND. Celebrate together with ofrendas (offerings), food, live performances, Día de Muertos—themed crafts for all ages & more. 5p. Free

28, 29

Abstract Collage with Sara Post

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

PENCE GALLERY. Learn to paint luminous papers, create gel prints, & use di erent mediums to draw on found papers, combining these elements to create a series of collages sealed with matte varnish or cold wax medium. 10a—3:30p. $340—$360

29

Thriving Pink: Flower Arrangement Class Fundraiser

CIRCLE Z FARMS, Capay. Seasonal ower arrangement class; register online. All proceeds go to riving Pink. 3p—4p. $50

ART SHOWS: CONTINUING

OCT 1—JAN 14

Undercover / Ayanah Moor

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. is exhibition portrays abstraction as a way to rethink our inherited modes of communication & interpretation of visual art. Free

OCT 1—MAY 2024

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

OCT 1—JUNE 2024

Deborah Butterfield: P.S. These are not horses

MANETTI SHREM. e artist’s rst solo museum exhibition in California since 1996, P.S. ese are not horses surveys Butter eld’s career from her most recent wild re sculptures to rarely seen ceramics made while a student at UC Davis. Free

OCT 3—NOV 2

Andres Alvarez: Quotidian Fire/El Fuego Cotidiano

PENCE GALLERY. Alvarez is a photographer whose realm is the street. He has largely focused his lens on the streets of Sacramento. 11:30a—5p. Free

OCT 4—DEC 2

Amber Aguirre: Year of the Rabbit

NATSOULAS GALLERY. An exhibition featuring 365 ceramic rabbits, each one uniquely capturing a di erent re ection of the human experience. Aguirre, a celebrated ceramic artist known for depicting the human condition, is donating proceeds from the collection to the UCLA Brain Cancer Research Center in honor of her daughter, Kailei. Free

OCT 6—NOV 26

Michael Mikolon: Garments

PENCE GALLERY. is collection of

drawings delves into the intricate relationship between clothing, identity, and the stories they carry. 11:30a—5p. Free

OCT 6—NOV 27

April Camlin Exhibit

GALLERY 1855. Artist April Camlin’s work on display. e gallery is located on the grounds of the Davis Cemetery. 8a—3p. Free

OCT 10—DEC 1

Twilight

THRU DEC 1. PENCE GALLERY. Four artists from Siskiyou County—Belinda Hanson, Chris Clother, Cathy Valentine, & Carol Jenkins— work in distinctly di erent media, addressing the changes they’ve encountered over the past three years. rough installations, mixed media, paintings, & assemblage, they address their relationship with nature, light, & the vagaries of life as they know it. 11:30a—5p. Free

BOOKS & TALK

3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Mother Goose on the Loose STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Mother Goose on the Loose is an award-winning early literacy program for toddlers & their grown-ups. 11a—11:30a. Free

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Negar Kalantar: “Design for Circularity”

CRUESS HALL, UC DAVIS. A new lecture program featuring Kalantar, an associate professor of the architecture division focusing on the integration of architecture, science, & engineering to examine the pivotal role of design in global issues & built environments. Open to the public. 12p—1p. Free

5, 19

Poetry Night Reading Series

JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. First & third ursdays. Each reading contains two featured poets followed by an open mic. 7p. Free

5, 19

Storytime in Westwood Park

WESTWOOD PARK. Morning stories & songs every 1st & 3rd ursday, organized by Yolo County Library. For ages 3-6. Weather Permitting. 12p.

5

Author Talk: Cindy Gentry

AVID READER. Meet Cindy Gentry, author of Sermons on the Couch: A Year of Inspirational Re ections. Gentry o ers weekly sermons that meet people where they are—whether religious or spiritual, agnostic or atheist. 6:30p—7:30p. Free

6, 13, 20, 27

Tales for Tails

STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Read to a therapy dog! For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the a ernoon of the program, no prior registration. 3p—4:30p.

7

Author Talk: Rachel Hobbs

AVID READER. Meet author, Rachel S. Hobbs, and celebrate the release of her debut picture book, Tango Red Riding Hood. 11a—12p. Free

7

Larger Than Life: The Art of Tony Natsoulas Book Launch & Signing

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Natsoulas’ humorous, large-scale gurative ceramic pieces are regularly exhibited and are in 15 museums’ permanent collections, including a large sculpture recently acquired by San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. In 2004, he was named “One of the Top 100 Cra Artists living in the USA Today” by the Smithsonian. Books will available for purchase. 1p—2:30p. Free

8

Author Talk: Jan Adrian

AVID READER. e Avid Reader partners with riving Pink to bring Jan Adrian to Davis to talk about her new memoir, Coloring Outside the Lines: Surviving and riving with Cancer for 30+ Years. 3p—4p. Free

9

Thriving Pink: Speaker Series

ZOOM. A presentation to review the role of Oncology Pharmacists in multidisciplinary cancer care teams. Our presenter, Tina Hsieh, PharmD, BCOP, BCPS is the Regional Clinical Trials Oncology Pharmacist at Kaiser Permanente Northern California. 7p—8p. Free

15

Benjamin Weber in Conversation with Ayo Y. Scott

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. ‘American Purgatory: Prison Imperialism & the Rise of Mass Incarceration’ is a history of incarceration, empire, and protest movements seeking to broaden the meaning & experience of freedom. Books available for purchase. 2p—3:30p. Free

19

Author Talk: Kathy Elkind

AVID READER. Author Kathy Elkind celebrates the release of her new book, To Walk It Is To See It. 6p—7p. Free 20 In

MONDAVI CTR. Comedic genius Molly Shannon celebrates the release of her rst book, a hilarious & heartbreaking memoir of resilience. 7:30p. $19.50—$75

21

Author Talk: Christina Gerhardt

AVID READER. Environmental journalist Christina Gerhardt celebrates the release of her latest book, Sea Change: An Atlas of Islands in a Rising Ocean. 6p—7p. Free

22

Author Talk: Nikki Shannon Smith

AVID READER. Join in celebrating author Nikki Shannon Smith and the release of the next two books in her Brown Baby Parade board book series. Halloween costumes are encouraged and Christmas cookies will be provided! 11a—12p. Free

22

Artist Talk: Deborah Butterfield

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Renowned sculptor Deborah Butter eld (‘71, M.F.A. ‘73) discusses her formative years at UC Davis, her inspirations and mentors, & how her experience in Northern California still resonates in her work today. 1:30p—3p. Free

23

Thriving Pink: Speaker Series

ZOOM. Workshop on pelvic health, sexual intimacy, and breast cancer presented by Virginia Pier, Master of Physical erapy, Oncology/Lymphedema, Retired Pelvic Health Specialist. 7p—8p. Free

25

Author Talk: Mac Barnett & Shawn Harris

AVID READER. Join us for a very special evening with author Mac Barnett & illustrator Shawn Harris to celebrate the release of ‘ e First Cat in Space’ and ‘ e Soup of Doom’. 5p. Free

25

Mac Barnett & Shawn Harris at Armadillo Music

ARMADILLO MUSIC. Sit down with children’s book author, Mac Barnett, & illustrator, Shawn Harris, to discuss the big beautiful world of children’s books. Copies of their work available for purchase & signing. Proceeds bene t the Mary L. Stephens Branch of the Yolo County Library. Beverage ticket included. Event for adults only. 8:30p. $30

26

Visiting Artist Lecture Series: Sky Hopinka

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Sky Hopinka, member of the Ho-Chunk Nation/Pechanga Band of Luiseío Indians, creates video, photo & text work highlights personal positions of Indigenous

Conversation with Molly Shannon

homeland, landscape, & language as containers of culture expressed through personal, documentary & nonfiction forms of media. 4:30p—6p. Free

29

Conversation with the Artist PENCE GALLERY. Pence Director Natalie Nelson talks with Andres Alvarez, discussing his influences, his method of capturing subjects, & the contributions of photography within a larger dialogue about our current socio political climate. His exhibit, Quotidian Fire/El Fuego Cotidiano, is on display through Nov 2. No registration required. 4p—5:30p. Suggested Donation $10

COMMUNITY

1

EVS@thePavilion

CENTRAL PARK. Get personal with 20+ electric vehicles including trucks, cargo vans, ebikes, & the smoking hot rear-wheel-drive

Ioniq 5. Chat with EV owners & ask experts about incentives, buying used, and charging around town. Hosted by Davis Electric Vehicle Association (DEVA), Cool Davis, SacEV, & the City of Davis. 11a—2:30p. Free

4

G Street Design Charrette

G STREET, Between 3rd & 4th. Public is invited to review and provide feedback on design concepts for the G Street redesign. City Arts & Culture staff will be on site facilitating the discussion around a potential street mural elements and beyond. 9a—1p. Free

4, 11, 18, 25

New Parent Support Group

DAVIS FOOD CO-OP TEACHING KITCHEN. Davis parenting coach Kate Duren offers support, education & fellowship for new parents of babies age birth to six months. Although members are encouraged to contribute $25 to $100 per month, all are welcome. Register online. Wednesday mornings. 9a. $25—$100

4, 11, 18, 25

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

4

Creek Explorers: Plants, Trees, & Pollinators

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Explore the native plants, trees, & pollinators of Putah Creek. Learn to identify native & invasive plants, start a nature journal, plant your own native seeds, make seed sculptures, & more!

Recommended for ages 5-12. 2p—3p. Free

5, 12, 19, 26

Makerspace Drop-in Hours

STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. A weekly community workspace for makers, builders, designers & inventors. Some tools available for use. Supervised children welcome. Signed liability waiver required. 9a—11a. Free

5, 12, 19, 26

Davis Cognitive Security: Public Meetings

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

6, 20

Davis International Parent Community Gathering

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Meetings provide support for multilingual & multicultural families including English learners adjusting to life in Davis. Open to anyone interested in sharing in the mission of our group. Meets every 1st & 3rd Friday. 10:15a—11:45a.

7

All Together Outside — Learn to Fish!

CACHE CREEK NATURE PRESERVE. Join experts from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife as they teach families how to fish! Participate in a demonstration & get casting practice. Create your own fishing game & enjoy other crafts & activities. All equipment will be provided. Free take-home fishing kit for kids. 9:30a—11:30a. Free

8

Odd Fellows Bingo

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

9

Prostate Cancer Support Group

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. A supportive and welcoming space for those struggling with prostate cancer. 7p—9p. Free

11

Creek Explorers: Plants, Trees, & Pollinators

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Explore the native plants, trees, & pollinators of Putah Creek. Learn to identify native & invasive plants, start a nature journal, plant your own native seeds, make seed sculptures, & more!

Recommended for ages 5-12. 2p—3p. Free

14

Build your Cat a Cat Castle

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Use Library supplies to build your cat a fun castle. Families and adults welcome; adults

will use the sharp tools. 1p—3p. Free

14

Free Bike Repair Clinic

STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Bring your bike and come early for free bike repairs by the Bike Campaign. 12p—2p. Free

14

Tree Davis Planting Event

ATLANTIS PARK. Join Tree Davis as we kick off our 2023-2024 planting season at Atlantis Park! We will be digging tree holes, planting trees, & pounding support stakes. Meet on the west side of the park near the playground. Bring water, snacks, sun protection & wear closed toed shoes. 9a—12p. Free

15

Davis Neighbor’s Night Out

CITY OF DAVIS. Neighbors, neighborhood associations, neighborhood watch liaisons, apartment complexes, &/or homeowner associations are encouraged to be “Event Sponsors”. The Event Sponsor will take the lead in setting up a small, neighborhood gathering. Typically, there are between 100-125 events each year. Please consider hosting a gathering in your neighborhood! For questions call 530-757-5602. 12p–7p. Free

21

2023 Celebratory Gala at the Manetti Shrem

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. This annual fundraising dinner supports museum exhibitions & programming. Tickets may be limited for this popular event. Call (530) 574-7805 to inquire about availability & pricing. 6p—10p.

21

LEGO Block Party

STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Caregivers encouraged to join. No reservation needed. Not recommended for children under 3. 2p—4p. Free

21

Thriving Pink: PINKtober Walk

NORTHSTAR PARK. Walk in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Thrivers, family and friends are welcome. 10a—11a. Free

21

Six-Year Anniversary!

SUPER OWL BREWING. Join to celebrate our six-year anniversary! Featuring live music, beer slushies, food trucks, craft vendors and several new beer debuts. 3p—10p. Free

21

Recology: Free Shred Event DAVIS RECYCLING CENTER. Free shredding for Davis residents, open until trucks fill up. 9a—12p.

21

UpStander Carnival

CENTRAL PARK. The Davis Phoenix Coalition brings together families, community members, & businesses from Davis to teach elementary aged youth how to stand UP to bullying with games & prizes. Bring the kids! 10a—1p. Free

27

The Co-op Block Party

DAVIS FOOD CO-OP. The whole community is invited to enjoy: live music from Big Sticky Mess, local food, beer & wine, art vendors, costume & pumpkin decorating contests, Co-op VIP section & more! 6p—8p. Free

28

Tree Davis Planting Event

TREE DAVIS MEMORIAL GROVE. Join as we plant understory plants in the newly dedicated Cervinka and Livers Groves at Tree Davis’ Memorial Grove. We will be digging holes, planting drought tolerant plants and spreading mulch. 9a—12p. Free

29

Zombie Bike Ride

COMMUNITY PARK. Yolo County Library will have a table in Community Park for the Zombie Bike Ride with treats & giveaways. All ages welcome. 12p—2p. Free

29

Art & Nature through the Seasons

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

FITNESS

2, 9, 16, 23

Circuit Training Mondays in Davis ARROYO PARK. A fitness class for all levels, meeting each Monday (rain or shine). Please bring your own mat & water. 9a—10a. Free

5

Christ Centered Movement UNIVERSITY COVENANT CHURCH. Designed to connect our body, mind, and spirit to God the Father, Jesus the Son, and the Holy Spirit, through Bible reading, prayer, and movement. 7a—8a. Free

6, 13, 20, 27

Free Yoga Fridays

Rain or shine. All levels welcome. Every Fri, 10a—11a. Free

7, 14, 21, 28

Gentle Barre Exercise Class VILLAGE HOMES. A slower-paced fitness

class to gently strengthen, align & mobilize your body. All levels welcome! Bare feet or non slip socks are recommended. 11a. $15

10

FREE Class: DyathMotion

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. DyathMotion (Dynamic Athletic Motion) is an excellent conditioning program for anyone 8 years and older, register in advance. 4p—4:45p. Free

14

Thriving Pink: Pilates

BALANCE POINT PILATES STUDIO. Class benefiting Thriving Pink; register online. 10:30a—11:30a.

20

Thriving Pink: FIT House Fundraiser

FIT HOUSE. Push yourself to the limit and join us for an intensely challenging 90 minute ride. All proceeds go to Thriving Pink. Register online. 4p—5:30p. $100

24

Centering Dance: A Monthly Guided Mindfulness Practice of Embodiment

STAMBUSKY STUDIOS. Release, recharge & recenter by gifting yourself 90 minutes of intuitive, inspired, mindful movement with a welcoming local community. Discover the special alchemy that occurs at the intersection of mindfulness, movement & music. No dance experience is needed. All are welcome. Guided by Teresa Hooker, PsyD. 4th Tuesdays, 7:30p—9p. Don/$20

26

FREE Class: Beginning Pilates

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. This class is for teens and adults. BYO mat, register in advance. 5:45p—6:45p. Free

27

Thriving Pink: Zumbathon Fundraiser

GET FIT DAVIS SPORTS or Zoom. Dance for a cause at this Zumbathon fundraiser. To participate or sponsor, donate $20 or more. 7p—8:30p. Donations

FOOD & DRINK

2

sugar & carb cravings. 5:30p–7p. $225–$250

12

Gluten Free Italian Classics

DAVIS FOOD CO-OP TEACHING KITCHEN. Prepare an entirely gluten free meal from scratch. As a class, we’ll make & eat three classic Italian dishes, all naturally gluten free, using seasonal flavors & produce. 5:30p—7:30p. $36—$40

13

Knife Skills

DAVIS FOOD CO-OP TEACHING KITCHEN. Learn to hold and handle your knife in the best way, cut through all the classic cuts plus some specialty techniques. Make a fruit salad & pack up some chopped up mirepoix to take home. 5:30p—7:30p. $36—$40

19 A Fundraising Dinner & Auction for Gyanoday

EL MACERO COUNTRY CLUB. The Shama Youth Club of Davis invites you to a fundraiser dinner to raise money for Gyanoday, an educational nonprofit organization located in India. Each ticket funds a child’s education for one year. 5:30p—8p. $150

20

Macaroni & Cheese

DAVIS FOOD CO-OP TEACHING KITCHEN. Learn how to build a classic cheese sauce & one that uses pureed winter squash for a seasonal twist. 5:30p—7:30p. $36—$40

21

Thriving Pink: Restaurant Night

SUDWERK BREWING CO. Mention Thriving Pink to your server and a portion of your bill will benefit the organization. 2p—10p.

24

Thriving Pink: Restaurant Night

DOS COYOTES (both locations). Mention Thriving Pink and a percentage of evening sales at both locations will benefit the organization. 4p—8p.

26

Kid’s Dark Chocolate Covered Apples

& merchandise purchases for in person dining or takeout. 5:30p—7:30p.

27

Teen Halloween Cookie Decorating

DIXON LIBRARY. Decorate Halloween cookies with your favorite toppings; geared toward tweens & teens ages 10—18. 3p—4p. Free

GAMES

7, 14, 21, 28

Family D&D

DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly group where parents & kids can play other families for fun D&D one-shots & mini-campaigns. One ticket covers a parent & child. 3p—6p. $20

7, 14, 21, 28

The Great Puzzle Competition

DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Battle other puzzle teams to complete a 500-piece puzzle in three hours or less. First place team wins a $50 gift card! 6—9p. $15

MUSIC

4 Samara Joy MONDAVI CTR. Grammy Award winning rising jazz vocalist makes her Mondavi Center debut. 7:30p. Event Full

5

Thursday Live! Ft: The Pitchforks

ODD FELLOWS HALL. The Pitchforks take the stage with classic country & honky tonk. Beer & wine on sale. 7p—9p. Free (cash donations for band encouraged)

5

Elysee Harp Duo

ANN E. PITZER CTR. The duo performs its own arrangement of the “Carnival of the Animals,” along with James Hartway’s 1994 “Two Nights in Spain.” Hartway is Distinguished Professor of Music at Wayne State University whom the Elysie Harp Duo often collaborates. 12:05p—1p. Free

6, 13, 20, 27

7

Davis Rave Co. Presents: Sweet N’ Sour

WATERMELON MUSIC. Davis Rave Co.’s fall 2023 debut event highlights the impact women have had on the EDM scene, showcasing four talented DJs. 8p—11p. $10-25

8

Live Music: Teslim

WATERMELON MUSIC. Partnering with TimnaTal Music, we hope to bring a regular series of exotic, boundary-stretching international acts to The Melon Ball. Teslim means to commit and surrender in Turkish and features founders Kaila Flexer on violin and Gari Hegedus on oud, Turkish saz, mandocello and tarhu. 4p—6p. $20

10

Junior Madrigal Ensemble Auditions

DAVIS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL. The Davis High Madrigals invite students in grades 5—9 to audition for the Junior Madrigal Ensemble. The Ensemble will sing alongside the choir at the Madrigal Dinner, one of the Davis community’s most beloved traditions. 7p—9p. Free

12

Nicholas Tolle: Works by Graduate Student Composers

ANN E. PITZER CTR. Nicholas Tolle is one of America’s premiere cimbalom artists. A cimbalom is an elaborate stringed instrument of the dulcimer family originally used in small music ensembles by groups from Central Europe. 12:05p—1p. Free

12

Bikes & Beats

ARMADILLO MUSIC. Open beat cyphers & good vibes with the Flipabeat Club squad—Dellaola, Matty A & Taquan—every 2nd Thursday. 6p—9p. Free

13

Shane Q: Live at The HIVE!

THE HIVE. Jive & jam with Shane Q, a top 10 finalist from NBC’s The Voice! Enjoy live music, delicious food & drinks, and complimentary honey tastings. All ages, families, & dogs welcome. 5:30p—7:30p. Free

Thriving Pink: McDonalds Night

WOODLAND MCDONALDS, 55 Court Street. 33% of sales from 5-7pm at the Woodland McDonald’s will benefit Thriving Pink. 5p—7p.

3, 10, 17, 24,

31

5-Week RESTART Health Program

DAVIS FOOD CO-OP TEACHING KITCHEN. Hosted by local nutritionist Trish Trombly, this 5-week program will take place every Tuesday in October. Members will learn to use REAL FOOD to boost your energy & cut

DAVIS FOOD TEACHING CO-OP. In this class kiddos will be able to create their own chocolate covered apples! They’ll make the dark chocolate dip from scratch & top two slices of apples with a variety of dried fruit and or nuts! Vegan recipe. A Halloween-themed class, so if you celebrate, please come dressed in costumes! 3:30p—4:30p. $22.50—$25

26

Aggie Night at Sudwerk Brewing Co.

SUDWERK BREWING CO. On the fourth Thursday of every month CAAA, APFA and SAA members get 15% off food, beer

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

6

Alex Jenkins Quartet Live

MELON BALL. Alex Jenkins is a band leader, music educator, composer and clinician. This performance will feature the music of two of the greatest Jazz musicians of all time: John Coltrane and Wayne Shorter. 8p—10p. $20

13

Music at Noon

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH of Davis. Free concert series featuring singer and educator Rebecca Plack with pianist I-Hui Chen. 12p—1p. Free

14

Live Music Ft. The Big Poppies

SOPHIA’S THAI KITCHEN. Live music featuring Threadbare Brother, Small Dinosaurs & The Big Poppies. 8p—11p. Free

15

Empyrean Ensemble & Nicholas Tolle

ANN E. PITZER CTR. Nicholas Tolle is determined to share the cimbalom (the Hungarian hammered dulcimer) with as many living composers as possible. He joins UC Davis’s professional contemporary music ensemble, the Empyrean Ensemble, for this concert at the end of his week-long residency. 7p—8:30p. Free

19

Concerts in the Plaza, Dixon

PARADI PLAZA, DIXON. Come & enjoy free music on the first and third Thursday of the month. Bring a picnic basket & lawn chairs. 6p—8:30p. Free

20

I-House Backyard Concert & Dance Party

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. I-House is celebrating their newly updated backyard with a concert of Latin-inspired music & dance. Join us for a fun Friday evening of salsa dancing with Karla Avila & live music by Raíces. Age 12 and under are free. 5p—9p. $15—$20

21

Winters Open Mic

WINTERS MAIN STREET. A monthly gathering of musicians, poets & other creatives. Sign ups begin at 6p. Show begins at 7p. Free

27

Julie Fowlis

MONDAVI CTR. Fowlis, a native of the Outer Hebrides, is an interpreter of traditional Gaelic songs & a scholar studying Highland & Gaelic culture. With a successful musical career, her vocals continue to enchant audiences around the world. 7:30p. $12.50—$49

27

It’s About Time Big Band Live

WATERMELON MUSIC. A “big band” or “swing band” based in Davis, was formed in September 1996 and still performs today, featuring a mix of stock & swing arrangements of the Big Band Era, including some Latin tunes & contemporary pieces. 8p. $20

27

Music in the Park GRINDSTONE WINES. Featuring live music from Truckaderos and food truck vendors. Bring lawn chairs. 6p—9p.

31

DLMC presents: DEATH VALLEY GIRLS

ODD FELLOWS HALL. Death Valley Girls, LA’s finest purveyors of otherworldly rock n roll, perform live in Davis. Quarterly show tickets included with DLMC membership. 7p—10p. $20

31

UC Davis Symphony Orchestra:

“Halloween & Dia de los Mueartos”

MONDAVI CTR. No tickets are required, simply walk in the door! Features orchestral works that vividly illustrate traditional scenes of death. In “Danse macabre” a detuned violin calls the spirits of the dead (or even the skeletons!) into a frenzied dance on the stroke of midnight. Christian Baldini, director & conductor. 7p—8p. Free

NIGHT LIFE

1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Trivia Sunday

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

2, 9, 16, 23

Karaoke Night

G STREET WUNDERBAR. Pick a song & sing along. 10p.

3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Trivia Tuesday

SOPHIA’S THAI BAR & KITCHEN. 21+. Games @ 9:30p.

3, 10, 17, 24, 31

G Street Wunderbar: Karaoke Night

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

4, 11, 18, 25

Trivia Wednesday

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

4, 11, 18, 25

G Street Wunderbar: Trivia & Open Mic

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

4, 11, 18, 25

Pub Quiz

SUDWERK BREWING. The Sudwerk pub quiz will be held in the outdoor beer garden; seating is first come, first served. Everyone willing to put away a smartphone for 90 minutes is welcome to play. 7p—9p. Free

5, 12, 19, 26

Trivia Thursday

WOODSTOCK’S. Trivia, beer, and pizza!

Trivia sign-ups @ 8:45p; game @ 9p. Free

5, 12, 19, 26

No Brain Drain Trivia

SUPER OWL BREWING. Hosted by Preacher.

Trivia + Comedy + Game Show. 6:30—7:30p. Free

6, 13, 20, 27

Karaoke Night

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

SCREEN

6, 13, 20, 27

Senior Center Friday Films

SENIOR CENTER. Bring a friend & join every Friday in the Game Room to watch a free movie on a beautiful large screen TV, while enjoying light refreshments. Call or check the website for titles. 12:30p. Free

SHOPPING

1—31

Thriving Pink: Month-long Fundraisers

VARIOUS LOCATIONS. Shop at one of these locations in the month of October and a portion of the sales will go to Thriving Pink: Davis Ace Hardware, DAVIS FOOD CO-OP, Circle Z Farms, Woodland Police Department (Pink Patches), Kohakutou Candy Sales, Trifecta Beauty, Mainstage Dispensary.

4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28

Davis Farmers Market

CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p—6p & every Sat, 8a—1p.

6—8

Friends of the Library Book Sale

STEVENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Beginning the first Friday of each month, Friends of the Davis Library hosts a three day sale in the Blanchard Room. On Sundays fill a bag for $10. Fri 12p—7p, Sat 10a—5p, & Sun 10a—3p.

13 Night Market at the Pence Gallery

PENCE GALLERY. Visit the Night Market in the Pence Gallery’s courtyard, held in conjunction with our 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception. This free community event was created to encourage and offer an opportunity for artists ages 16-25 to exhibit and sell their work. All proceeds go directly to the artists. 6p—8p.

13—14

Thriving Pink: Discount Days

SASSAFRAS BEAUTY. Wear pink and get 5% off purchases, plus a percentage of all sales will be donated to Thriving Pink. 10a—6p.

15, 29

Davis Craft & Vintage Fair

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

15

Thriving Pink: Lavender Care Kit Workshop

CAPAY VALLEY LAVENDER FARM. Create your own collection of lavender care

items. In the afternoon feel free to grab a snack or stroll through the lavender & olive fields. 33% of profits will be donated to Thriving Pink. Register online. 1p—4p. $75

20

Thriving Pink: The Wardrobe Fundraiser

THE WARDROBE. 20% of all sales will go to Thriving Pink. 12p—6p.

21

Arboretum Plant Sale

ARBORETUM TEACHING NURSERY. Find our area’s best selection of attractive, low-water plants perfect for our region. 9a—11a members only, 11a—1p open to everyone.

21

Armadillo Music Vinyl Fair

DAVIS SENIOR CTR. Bring cash, a bag to hold your finds, & a friend! Peruse dozens of vendors selling vinyl, cassettes, DVDs, merch, & equipment. 9a—3:30p.

SPORTS

1

UCD Women’s Soccer Home Game

AGGIE SOCCER FIELD. Aggies vs UC San Diego. Senior Day. 1p. Free

3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31

US Youth Volleyball League

WALNUT PARK. Boys and girls ages 7-15, for beginner, intermediate and experienced players. Registration fee includes a t-shirt and a medal. Players should bring their volleyball. Tues & Thurs, 5:30p—6:30p. Free

4

UCD Men’s Soccer Home Game

AGGIE SOCCER FIELD. Aggies vs UC Santa Barbara. Team Aggie Day. 7p. $5—$7

5

UCD Women’s Volleyball Home Games

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Aggies vs Cal Poly. 6p. $5—$7

7

UCD Football Home Game

UCD HEALTH STADIUM. Aggies vs Montana. 4p. $7—$47

8

UCD Women’s Soccer Home Game

AGGIE SOCCER FIELD. Aggies vs University of Hawaii. Alumni Recognition Game & Adopt a Pet Day. 1p. Free

11

UCD Men’s Soccer Home Game

AGGIE SOCCER FIELD. Aggies vs UC Santa Barbara. Team Aggie Day. 7p. $5—$7

12

UCD Field Hockey Home Games

AGGIE FIELD HOCKEY FACILITY Aggies vs UC Berkeley. 1p. Free

14

UCD Men’s Soccer Home Game

AGGIE SOCCER FIELD. Aggies vs UC Riverside. 3p. $5—$7

14

UCD Men’s Water Polo Home Game

SCHAAL AQUATICS CENTER. Aggies vs UC Santa Barbara. 1p. Free

17

UCD Women’s Volleyball Home Games

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Aggies vs Hawaii. 6p. $5—$7

19

UCD Women’s Soccer Home Game

AGGIE SOCCER FIELD. Aggies vs Cal Poly. Pride Day. 4p. Free

20

UCD Men’s Water Polo Home Game

SCHAAL AQUATICS CENTER. Aggies vs Cal State Fullerton. Senior Day & Greek Day. 7p. Free

22

UCD Women’s Soccer Home Game

AGGIE SOCCER FIELD. Aggies vs UC Santa Barbara. Team Aggie Day. 12p. Free

26

UCD Women’s Volleyball Home Games

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Aggies vs UCSD. 6p. $5—$7

28

UCD Women’s Volleyball Home Games

UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION CENTER. Aggies vs Long Beach State. 1p. $5—$7

28

UCD Men’s Soccer Home Game

AGGIE SOCCER FIELD. Aggies vs Sacramento State. Senior Night. 7p. $5—$7

STAGE & DANCE

1

reaching the top means being true to thine own self. Fri & Sat 7:30p. Sun 2p. $10—$18

3

FREE Class: Intro to On-Camera Acting

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. Intro to On-Camera Acting class, taught by Lamondo Hill. This on-going class works on developing skills for acting/auditioning on camera. For ages 12 and up. 7p—8:30p. Free

3

FREE Class: Absolute Beginning Ballet

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. Absolute Beginning Ballet is for teens and adults who have never taken a Ballet class before and would like a little extra explanation while learning the basics. Register in advance. 7p—8p. Free

4, 18

FREE Class: Contemporary Dance Level 1 (Youth)

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. For kids 8 and older, register in advance. 3:45p—4:45p. Free

6—8, 13—15, 20—22, 27—29

The Addams Family, A New Musical WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The production brings to life the delightfully macabre and eccentric world of the beloved Addams family in a fresh and captivating stage show that includes a hauntingly beautiful score. Parental guidance is suggested for the wickedly funny humor, adult innuendo, scenes that involve hilariously twisted torture, and ghostly apparitions. Fri & Sat at 7:30p; Sun at 2p. $9—30

6

FREE Zombie Dance Flash Class

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. Learn a zombie dance & then perform it with us on Oct 29 at the Annual Davis Zombie Bike Ride. Kids should be accompanied by an adult. Registration required. 4p—5p. Free

6, 7, 8

YPT: Disney’s The Little Mermaid, JR (2023)

7

FREE Class: Ballet Level 1

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. For kids 9+, register in advance. 10:30a—11:30a. Free

7, 21

FREE Class: Dance Improvisation

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. This class is for teens and adults, register in advance. 11:30a—12:30p. Free

9

FREE Dance Class: Pre-Contemporary

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. Trokanski Dance is celebrating National Arts & Humanities Month by offering free classes throughout October. For ages 6-8 focusing on building a strong core, correct alignment, technical vocabulary that includes outward rotation & parallel work, contraction & release, fall and recovery, leaps, turns, jumps, & transitions between movement levels. Register in advance. 4p—4:45p. Free

10

Free Class: Beginning Jazz (Youth)

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. This class is for kids ages 8+, register in advance. 4:45p—5:45p. Free

11, 14

FREE Class: Pre-Ballet A-B

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. This class is for kids ages 5-9, register in advance. 3p—3:45p. Free

11

FREE Class: K-pop Dance

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. This class is for teens and adults, register in advance. 5:45p—6:45p. Free

12

Free Class: Beginning Jazz (Teen/Adult)

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. This class is for teens and adults, register in advance. 6:30p—7:30p. Free

MONDAVI CTR. A theatrical circus show that harnesses human power, instead of wind, to generate an energetic acrobatic experience. Appropriate for all ages. 2p. $12.50—$65

16 Free Class: Continuing Jazz (Teen/Adult)

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. This class is for teens and adults with previous Jazz dance experience, register in advance. 6p—7p. Free

17, 19

Dreamers’ Circus

VANDERHOEF STUDIO THEATRE. The young Danish trio Dreamers Circus draws inspiration from the deep traditions of Nordic folk music & reshapes them into something bright, shiny & new. 7:30p. $22.50—$65

29

Manual Cinema: Frankenstein

MONDAVI CTR. The Chicago-based performance collective combines shadow puppetry, cinematic techniques, sound effects & live music, stitching together the story of Frankenstein & the biography of its author, Mary Shelley. Ages 8 and up. 2p. $12.50—$49

19

Orquesta Sinfónica de Minería

MONDAVI CTR. Carlos Miguel Prieto, music director & Gabriela Montero, piano. Minería Symphony Orchestra of Mexico remains at the musical forefront through eclectic programming, renowned soloists, world famous composers & staunch social advocacy. 7:30p. $27.50—$125

23

FREE Class: Teen/Adult Ballet

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. For teens and adults, register in advance. 6:30p—7:30p. Free

24

Dos Corazones: Día De Muertos

Something Rotten (2023)

DMTC. A hilarious musical smash underwritten by Georgia Paulo, set in the 1590s. Brothers Nick & Nigel Bottom dream of writing a hit play, but struggle to outshine a rival Renaissance rock star. The pair begin writing the world’s first musical, realizing that

DMTC. Underwritten by Robert & Adele Stern. Join Ariel & her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull & Sebastian the crab as they navigate the challenges of romance, family & friendship. Sat & Sun 2p. Fri 7p. $10—$18

7, 14, 21, 28

Very Beginning Ballet (Adults)

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

13, 14, 15, 19, 21, 22

Twelve Angry Jurors

BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. DSHS Production. Tempers flare as twelve members of a jury deliberate the facts of a case, and personal prejudice threatens to upend the quest for justice. Oct 13—14, 19 at 7p—9p. Oct 15, 21—22 at 2p—4p. $15

15

Cirque Mechanics

MONDAVI CTR. Honor the traditions of Día de Muertos with Lila Downs, one of the most influential & representative artists of Mexican music in Latin America. 7:30p. $12.50—$65

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FREE Class: Contemporary Dance Level 1-2 (Teen/Adult)

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. For teens and adults, register in advance. 5:45p—6:45p. Free

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FREE Class: Intro to Theater & Improv

PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. This class is for kids ages 6-10, register in advance. 3:30p—4:30p. Free

The Pamela Trokanski Dance Workshop is celebrating National Arts & Humanities Month by offering free classes throughout the month of October!

POPUP ART SHOWS & LIVE MUSIC

FREE, MONTHLY, SELFGUIDED ART WALK

OCTOBER 13 2023

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

1. ARBORETUM ART WORKS

17 Arboretum Dr, Suites G & H | 5p—8p. Open Studio Sale. Participating artists in this 2-day sale include Cathie James-Robinson, Judy Catambay, Charlene Akers, & Joel Bresolin. Additional artists in attendance Saturday 10a—6p.

2. THE ARTERY

207 G St | 7p—9p. THREADZ 2. View a stunning ber exhibit showcasing long-time Artery members, Sharon McCallum and Lucy B. Della Rosa. ese artistic hats and scarves are made with a variety of techniques, displaying a visual delight of colors and textures.

3. BOHEME CLOTHING & GIFTS

409 3rd St | 5:30p—7:30p Paint your own Halloween-themed air plant pot with local ne artist Kristina Kernytska. All ages are welcome. To guarantee a spot, email kristikern1994@ gmail.com. Sliding price scale with $10 suggested donation.

4. DAVIS CRAFT & VINTAGE FAIR

E St Plaza | 5p—9p Shop from arts, cra s, and vintage micro-businesses’ booths, plus free live music starting at 6p.

5. LOCAL KITCHENS

500 1st St, Ste. 13a | 6p—8p …In Common View art by Susan von Borstel, whose paintings feature animals and a mix of realism with fantasy.

6. LOGOS BOOKS

513 2nd St | 6p—8p Up Close: Studies In Florals. View oil and watercolor paintings by Carrie Ceniseroz and enjoy music by a cappella group Davis Zest.

7. PENCE GALLERY

212 D St | 6p—9p Attend the opening reception and browse art of a variety of media in new exhibits Twilight, Andres Alvarez: Quotidian Fire/El Fuego Cotidiano, and Michael Mikolon: Garments. Enjoy wine, and shop from aspiring young artists in the pop-up Night Market in the courtyard.

8. SECRET SPOT

117 D St | 5p—9p is studio features the work of local artists Harry Greer, Stephanie Peel, and Toni Rizzo. ere will be originals, prints, and more to purchase, refreshments, live music, cra vendors, and games.

9. THIRD SPACE ART COLLECTIVE

17 Arboretum Dr, Unit C | 6p—9p 3rd Space Members Art Show. View a variety of work in di erent media by current members for their rst annual art show.

10. THRIVING PINK

501 2nd St | 5p—8p Photography: California and Beyond. Sue Peri volunteers her photographic services to the Yolo County nonpro t riving Pink, whose mission is to help anyone impacted by breast cancer. As a breast cancer survivor, her association with riving Pink has been a key part of her healing journey.

11. UNIVERSAL UNITARIAN CHURCH OF DAVIS

27074 Patwin Rd | 12p—1p Muusic at Noon! Concerts at the UU Church of Davis. “Change Your Tune: One-upmanship, Second oughts, e and Pure Coincidence in classical music." Free concert by Rebecca Plack, soprano and educator, and I-Hui Chen, pianist.

1. Susan von Borstel, Play With Me 2. Harry Greer, Agony (detail) 3. Carrie Ceniseroz, Agave (detail). 4. Sue Peri, Yosemite (detail). 5. Jamie Angello, Untitled (detail). 6. Judy Catambay, Untitled (detail). 7. Kristina Kernytska, painted planters. 8. Lucy Della Rosa, hats (detail). 9. Belinda Hanson, They cut off my wing so I wouldn’t be so loud.

Hanna Nakano, The Dirt

DAVIS FACEBOOK DIRECTORY

There’s a strong and unique sense of community Davis. at community is why so many of us pay the unhinged living expenses necessary to be here—seeing our friends at the Farmers Market, at Community Park for practice, at Super Owl Brewing a er work.

But there’s also a thriving community in Davis that you won’t nd in the human space.

Facebook’s market shares have been declining among social networks (from 54% to 50% in 2021), but you couldn’t tell from here. Facebook groups are, and maybe I’m being a bit hyperbolic here, but go with me, an—if not the—essential place to get information in Davis.

If you need recommendations for a service provider, are searching for details about police activity, or just want to declutter your closets—there’s a Davis Facebook group for you.

Whether you’re new to town or have been here for decades, we’ve done our best to round up all the Facebook groups that could make your life in Davis a little easier.

• Davis - Sale or Trade · 28k members · The largest sales & trade group in Davis.

• Davis Housing · 23k members · Largest and most active housing group, designed to help individuals find rentals.

• Buy Nothing Davis (Central, North, South, East & West) · ~5k members · Local chapters of a national buy nothing movement help neighbors rehome items they no longer need; join by neighborhood.

• Davis Parents · 5.3k members · A place for Davis parents/caregivers to connect about raising kids in Davis. Top notch for up-to-date info and recommendations about literally anything and everything.

• Pets Lost and Found Davis CA · 9.8k

• Davis California Sublets/ Rentals · 9.4k members

• good neighbors of Davis · 2.9k members

· Group for general conversation.

• Davis Swing Dancers · 1.5k

OTHER GROUPS

• Cargo Bikes of Davis

• Co-working Connect - Davis, California

• Davis Ballot Talk

• Davis Babysitter & Nanny Network

• Davis Backyard Bartering Society

• Davis Bike Collective Community

• Davis CA Single Moms

• Davis CA Special Needs Parents and Professionals

• Davis is Puzzling (jigsaw trading and chat)

• Davis Jewish Community

• Davis Picks It Up - DPIU (volunteer litter & garbage clean up)

• Davis Pickleball

• Davis Natural Kids2Kids (A place to get natural kid items & information about natural resources)

• Davis Nature Families

• Davis Rocks

• Davis Special Needs Parents

• Gardners & Homesteaders in Davis

• Parents of African American Children Davis (PAACD)

• Pet Parents of Davis

• Radical Moms of Davis

• Team Davis (enriches the lives of children and adults with developmental, cognitive and /or physical disabilities living in Davis)

• UC Davis Arabic (group where students can ask questions and practice)

• YOGA DAVIS, CA

NEW GORMAN

Four Times the Space for Contemporary Native American Art

MUSEUM OPENS

Doors are open at the brand new Gorman Museum of Native American Art at UC Davis, a space that is much larger and much more easily accessible.

Perfect timing, as the Gorman Museum, unique in focusing on, exhibiting and collecting Native American art, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year—and as more people are becoming aware of the land they’re on.

“Land acknowledgement statements are being used more widely,” Veronica Passalacqua, Gorman Curator and Executive Director, told The Dirt. “Even though we’ve been around for 50 years, it’s really right now that we have a coalescence of acknowledging land and communities, and less represented artists.”

The new space has three galleries: one for temporary exhibits, one for displaying works from the Gorman’s collection on a rotational basis, and a third that offers visible storage, allowing guests access to stored collections. The Gorman is home to a collection of 2,250 artworks, most created since 1960, including paintings, ceramics, textiles and original prints.

The gift shop is a bit of a gallery in itself. Each artist with items on the shelves is part of a tribal nation of California.

Our mission has always been about showing works that enact and promote visual sovereignty.

The new museum design features 4,000 square feet of gallery space, nearly four times more than its former home in Hart Hall. The museum itself is a work of art, with a giant circular public sculpture at the entrance and an intentionally designed gift shop.

The entrance sculpture is a mesmerizingly intricate piece, based on Native American basketry designs and was created by Museum Director and professor in the Department of Native American Studies, Hulleah Tsinhnahjinnie.

Outside, the single-story museum is painted with bands of green representing tule grass, a once-common plant in California used by Native American people to make baskets, clothing, tents, houses, and boats.

“For people who haven’t been here before, we kind of want to surprise them,” Passalacqua said. “Our mission has always been about showing works that enact and promote visual sovereignty.

In the art world, solo exhibitions are how artists make a name for themselves. Since its founding in 1973, the Gorman Museum has shown work by a wide range of established and emerging artists, with 225 group and 88 solo exhibitions.

“Native artists, like all artists, need solo shows to advance their careers,” Passalacqua said.

Professor Tsinhnahjinnie spoke at the media preview of the new museum, sharing her own thoughts and feelings behind many of the artworks on display.

One, Continuum Basket by Gerald Clarke, Jr. was particularly poignant. The large-scale sculpture is made of a Cahuilla basket tray and individually crushed beer and soft drink cans.

“I love the cans, the basket, because it also addresses diabetes,” Tsinhnahjinnie

VERONICA PASSALACQUA

Hanna Nakano, The Dirt

TOP: Continuum Basket by Gerald Clarke, Jr.

LEFT: Inside the Gorman Museum

RIGHT: Hulleah Tsinhnahjinnie speaks at Museum opening

explained, “And what those cans have done to our people.”

e new museum space is located in the UC Davis Gateway along Old Davis Road. It’s steps away from the arboretum walking trail and has a large lot for parking.

e UC Davis Department of Native American Studies was founded in 1961, and is one of the oldest Native American studies programs. UC Davis is one of just three universities o ering a doctorate in Native American studies. e museum is named in honor of the late artist Carl Nelson Gorman, a founding faculty member.

e Gorman Museum’s opening exhibition “Contemporary California Native Art” will include about 40 works by 20 artists, all members of California tribes.

UC Davis is located on land that has for thousands of years been home to the Pawtin people.

Crows by Ann Privateer

As black as my boots

Take a ying south break

Crisscrossing in the sky above

Swooping down to land

Congregating on the top

Of old giant oak trees

Where they caw to each other eir laughing language

Makes me wonder

What they say

Zooming in for a feet rst

Landing then a symphony

Of uttering, will it be

A rest stop or an overnight?

THE DIRT is committed to furthering the reach of our local artists’ work and will publish one work of poetry each month in our print issue and online. Works may be submitted via email to hanna@thedirt.online with the subject line: poetry.

Front of new Gorman Museum. Photography by Hanna Nakano.