TODAY’S LIVING BEST BETS

HISTORY

Alexis Rockman uses material from the La Brea Tar Pits to explore natural history. Works on Paper, L.A. Opening Reception Thursday. (323) 964-9675.

BOOKS

“L.A. Kids Read Festival,” a celebration of books, kids and reading, comes to the central branch of the L.A. Public Library. Saturday. (213) 228-7006.

DOG RACE

Wienerschnitzel hot dog chain sponsors a 50-yard dog dash at Los Alamitos Race Course, 4961 Katella Ave., Saturday, 6 p.m. (714) 236-4400.

VOLLEYBALL

Athlete and model Gabrielle Reece gives girls pointers at a volleyball clinic. Thursday, 3-5 p.m. Hermosa Beach. (310) 248-5149.

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