Films & programs

CHINA

Slide show

Photographer and researcher Phila McDaniel will present “Scenic Beauty of Southwest China,” including sites rarely visited by tourists.

When, where: 7:30 p.m. Monday at Distant Lands, 56 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena.

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

AFRICA

Slide show

Mort Loveman will present “ East Africa: Kenya & Tanzania.”

When, where: 1 p.m. Wednesday at Roxbury Park Community Center, 471 S. Roxbury Drive, Beverly Hills.

Admission, info: Free. (310) 550-4761.

VIETNAM

Book signing

Author Kim Fay and photographer Julie Fay Ashborn will discuss and sign their book, “Communion: A Culinary Journey Through Vietnam” and offer samples of cuisine from that country.

When, where: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Traveler’s Bookcase, 8375 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles.

Admission, info: Free. RSVP to (323) 655-0575

GRAND CANYON

Workshop

Get tips about gear, training and trip resources for your next Grand Canyon adventure, such as hiking or rafting.

When, where: 7 p.m. Thursday at the REI store in Huntington Beach, 7777 Edinger Ave., Suite 138.

Admission, info: Free. (714) 379-1938, https://www.rei.com/stores/88

EUROPE

Workshop

“Europe by Rail” will offer tips on Eurail passes, itineraries, budgeting and more for a European train trip.

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

Admission, info: Free. (310) 393-3413.

MIDEAST

Presentation

Bob Ihsen, a member of the Travelers’ Century Club, will discuss his three-week tour of Iraq and Lebanon last fall.

When, where: Noon Saturday at Magnolia Restaurant, 1915 W. Magnolia Blvd, Burbank.

Admission, info: $18.50 for lunch and program. Hosted by the Network for Travel Club. RSVP to (323) 578-3601.

Please e-mail announcements at least three weeks in advance of the event date to travel@latimes.com.