Who’s in townAbby Maxman of CARE speaks at the World Affairs Council, joined by Bay Area-based U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee. “Fighting a Drought: Crisis in the African Sahel” is the subject of the talk. [7 p.m., 312 Sutter St., S.F.]LecturesRep. John Garamendi: The U.S. congressman discusses what can be done to help veterans re-enter the domestic workforce on financially and psychologically sound footing. [Noon, Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]
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The Wildness Within By Kenneth Brower ($20)The nature writer pays tribute to his father, pioneering environmentalist David Brower, in a volume filled with testimonies from leaders and activists whose lives he inspired.
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FRIDAYWomen dancing: Imagery presents “Sketch 2: The Women Choreographers,” a concert of world premiere dances created by Amy Seiwert, Julia Adam and Gina Patterson. [8 p.m., ODC Theater, 3153 17th St., S.F.]SATURDAYA great hike
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Who’s in townAustralia-born, London-based author M. L. Stedman talks about her debut novel, “The Light Between Oceans.” [7 p.m., Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Belmont]LecturesElisa Stephens: The president of the Academy of Art University, San Francisco, discusses how the academy’s programs prepare students for successful employment in the arts. [Noon, Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]
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Kyrgyzstan-born, New York-based jazz piano virtuoso Eldar performs at Yoshi’s. “Three Stories” is his latest album. [8 p.m., 1330 Fillmore St., S.F.]
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Marty Nemko: The career coach and radio host gives a talk titled “Not-Obvious Things Every Career-Minded Person Must Know in 2013 and Beyond.” [5:15 p.m., Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]
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Journalist, science fiction author and Internet activist Cory Doctorow talks about the future of computing and the fight for freedom both online and offline. [7:30 p.m., Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, 700 Howard St., S.F.]
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America’s Cup: The panel discusses the America’s Cup race and what it will mean for San Francisco. Speakers include America’s Cup Organizing Committee Chairman Mark Buell. [6 p.m., Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]
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Who’s in townGrammy-nominated jazz pianist Taylor Eigsti performs with his group. The Stanford Jazz Festival show also features Kendrick Scott and his ensemble. [8 p.m., Dinkelspiel Auditorium, 471 Lagunita Drive, Stanford University, Stanford]LecturesArts forum: The panel explores how the arts have played a central role in examining issues involving race in the United States. Speakers include jazz artist Marcus Shelby. [6 p.m., Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]
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FRIDAYSymphonic ‘Oz’: Friday is movie night at the San Francisco Symphony. Feature attraction: “The Wizard of Oz,” accompanied by the orchestra, live. [7:30 p.m., Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Ave., S.F.]SATURDAYA great hike
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Who’s in townAuthor Charles Yu, named one of the National Book Foundation’s “5 under 35” fiction writers to watch, discusses his new collection, “Sorry Please Thank You: Stories.” [6 p.m., Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]LecturesHarvey Rose: San Francisco’s independent budget and legislative analyst explains his approach and the critical need for independent analysis in the public sector. [6 p.m., Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]
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Cabaret singer Andrea Marcovicci presents “Smile,” her show featuring songs she selected for their uplifting qualities. [7:30 p.m., Rrazz Room, Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St., S.F.]
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Jose Fernandez: The U.S. assistant secretary of state for economic and business affairs discusses U.S. policy on economic sanctions. [7 p.m., World Affairs Council, 312 Sutter St., S.F.]
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