Travel films & events: Slide show on Africa

AFRICA

Slide show

Dave Garfinkle will show slides of his trip in June to northern and southern Africa, including Swaziland, Lesotho and Mozambique.

When, where: 7:30 p.m. Monday at Distant Lands, 20 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena.

Admission, info: Free. RSVP to (626) 449-3220.

BACKPACKING

Workshop

Glen Van Peski will take you through the steps on how to pack lighter so you can do more.

When, where: 7 p.m. Friday at the Adventure 16 store, 11161 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles.

Admission, info: Free. (310) 473-4574.

WOMEN

Workshop

Veteran travelers will offer tips for women interested in traveling alone, including advantages and concerns.

When, where: 10 a.m. Saturday at the Hostelling International Travel Store, 1434 2nd St., Santa Monica.

Admission, info: Free. (310) 393-6263.

JOSHUA TREE

Workshop

Artist Anahita King will help students transform the desert landscape into art with watercolors.

When, where: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. May 5, Joshua Tree Visitor Center.

Admission, info: $60. (760) 367-5535. Must bring own art supplies.

Please email announcements at least three weeks before the event to [email protected].