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Prioritizing the Process at Bubblegum Art Studio

Owner Wendy Bayram opened the studio with the goal of fostering the deep sense of community that Davis prides itself on.

Three Davis Farmers Market vendors featured in Food Network’s ‘Best Bite in Town’

The April 7 premiere is Season 1, Episode 1 of “Best Bite in Town.”

Davis Receives $850k for Walnut Park Library Project

Rep. Thompson secured this funding in the appropriations government funding bill that was signed into law on March 9, 2024.

April is Kitten Season in California

“Kitten season puts serious strain on California’s animal rescue network from April through November,” said Megan Kniepkamp, community manager for Pet Food Express.

Katie Yancey named Davis Economic Development Director

The Economic Development Director is responsible for planning, organizing, managing and providing administrative direction and oversight to the economic development objectives, programs and activities for the City.

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Davis Pride to Celebrate 10th Anniversary

This year's theme: “Davis Pride – Because Yolo County is for Everyone!”

Students walk by Bookhead in front of the UC Davis Shields Library. Bookhead is the only Egghead sculpture tinted a light blue. (UC Davis)

UC Davis Honors Eggheads, Art Heritage

Marking the 30th anniversary year of the last Egghead installations on campus—plus a new pop up shop!

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Taiko Players Build Community at Davis Cherry Blossom Festival

This free, community festival is produced by young Asian American taiko players focused on building community and solidarity through art and music.

The Main family poses in their citrus grove on the Good Humus property. From left, son Zachary Main, and his wife, Nicole, and their children, Nolan and Zoe; Jeff and Annie Main; and daughters, Claire and Alison. (Photo by Raoul Ortega)

Good Humus Produce: Rich history yields local connections

The 30-acre Yolo County farm is run by owners Annie and Jeff Main and their three adult children.

Help promote our local artists, culture and community.

No amount is too small and will help showcase Davis and Yolo county’s unique people, places and events. Thank you!

Avid Blog

Reading List: Women’s History Month

What is the Avid Reader reading in March?

Anita Crawford Clark is celebrating the release of Old to Joy at Avid Reader on February 3rd at 11:00AM

Celebrate Black History Month at The Avid Reader

February is Black History Month! Let’s celebrate with local children’s book author Anita Crawford Clark. The Avid Reader is thrilled to host local author, Anita ...