Who’s in town
Novelist Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni presents her latest novel, “One Amazing Thing.” [7:30 p.m., Books Inc., 301 Castro St., Mountain View]
Lectures
Elin Suleymanov: Azerbaijan’s first consul general to the Western United States explains the global significance of this Central Asian country. [6 p.m., Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]
Jim Liskovec: The wildlife photographer and world traveler gives a slide presentation titled “Polar Bears of Churchill, Manitoba.” [7 p.m., REI, 1119 Industrial Blvd., San Carlos]
Literary events
Randall Smith: The Wall Street Journal reporter talks about “The Prince of Silicon Valley.” [7:30 p.m., Kepler’s Books and Magazines, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park]
Christine Carter: The sociologist and executive director of the Greater Good Science Center talks about “Raising Goodness.” [7:30 p.m., Booksmith, 1644 Haight St., S.F.]
At the colleges
Farmers’ market: The weekly market brings fresh food to the UC San Francisco community and nearby area. [10 a.m. to 3 p.m., UCSF, ACC Breezeway, between Milberry Union and Ambulatory Care Center, 400-500 Parnassus Ave., S.F.]
At the public library
Adult job workshop: FORWARD (Focusing on Rewarding Work and Restoring Dignity) session focuses on job-search skills, résumé writing and professionalism. [6 p.m., Main Library, Paley Room, 100 Larkin St., S.F.]
Theatrical reading: Wilde Irish Productions presents a dramatic reading of “Observe the Sons of Ulster Marching Towards the Somme,” a play by Frank McGuinness. [6 p.m., Main Library, Koret Auditorium, 100 Larkin St., S.F.]
Local activities
Indie cinema: The 2010 San Francisco Independent Film Festival continues. Movies today include “Oh My God! It’s Harrod Blank!” “City Island,” and “Limbo Lounge.” [Starts at 7:15 p.m., Roxie Theater, 3117 16th St., S.F.]
Hilarity ensuing: Comedian Marga Gomez and DJ Chelsea Starr host “Marga’s Laugh Party,” an evening of humor and dance music. [8 p.m., Cafe Du Nord, 2170 Market St., S.F.]
Lend a hand: The Golden Gate Park Volunteer Fair features representatives from museums and other agencies providing details on volunteer opportunities in the park. [10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Conservatory of Flowers, Golden Gate Park, S.F.]
Dining out
2223: Today, chef Melinda Randolph recommends the miso-glazed salmon, the Colorado lamb chops and a warm spinach salad. The salmon is served with shiitake pot stickers, rock shrimp broth and baby bok choy. The lamb chops come with Meyer lemon and goat cheese gnocchi and warm portobello salad. The warm spinach salad has a smoked onion and mustard vinaigrette. [2223 Market St., S.F., (415) 431-0692]
