Who’s in town
Vicente Fox, former president of Mexico, discusses the challenges faced by Mexico and the greater hemisphere. [6:30 p.m., Fairmont Hotel, 950 Mason St., S.F.]
Lectures
‘Censoring You’: Panel looks at issues of censorship and the potential consequences of limits on free speech. Speakers include author Paul Krassner and blogger Brian Cuban. [6:30 p.m., Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]
Literary events
Lev Yilmaz: The webtoon creator (“Tales of Mere Existence”) talks about “Sunny Side Down.” [8 p.m., 540 Club, 540 Clement St., S.F.]
At the public library
LaborFest: A reception takes place for “The Men Along the Shore and the Legacy of 1934,” an exhibit celebrating the 75th anniversary of the West Coast maritime strike. [5 p.m., Main Library, sixth floor, 100 Larkin St., S.F.]
At the colleges
‘Bodies in the Library’: Mystery-novel writers read from their work. Featured authors include Rhys Bowen, Louise Ure, and
Lisa Lutz, among others. The event benefits Litquake, a San Francisco literary festival. [6 p.m., Mechanics’ Institute, 57 Post St., S.F.]
Local activities
Theater’s ‘outsiders’: The Contemporary Jewish Museum hosts a talk about the role of the “outsider” artist in modern theater. New Yorker critic Hilton Als and A.C.T. dramaturg Michael Paller speak. [7 p.m., 736 Mission St., S.F.]
Science social: The Academy of Sciences hosts “Nightlife.” Look for DJ B. Smiley, green energy technologies with Tendril and Google, and Science in Action Cafe with Lorna Fear this week. [6 to 10 p.m., Golden Gate Park, S.F.]
Dining out
Tres Agaves: The restaurant hosts its monthly “Distillery Dinner,” which includes tequila samplings, a talk by a distillery principal, a multicourse meal, margaritas and live music. El Jimador is July’s featured tequila. Chef Joseph Manzare specializes in regional Mexican cuisine, primarily from the state of Jalisco. [6 to 9 p.m., 130 Townsend St., S.F.; RSVP: (415) 227-0500 or [email protected]]
