TODAY’S LIVING BEST BETS

CHILDREN

Through Aug. 19, children can join the L.A. Public Library’s Summer Reading Club and receive a free book bag and membership card. (323) 732-0169.

COOKING

The 11th annual Taste of Orange County begins Friday and lasts all weekend. Marine Corps Air Station, El Toro. (714) 288-5827. Tickets, $8.

FESTIVAL

Universal Studios CityWalk Summer Street Performers Festival begins this weekend. Universal City. (818) 622-3855.

COMMUNITY

The National Council of Negro Women’s eighth annual Tribute to Black Women Community Leaders is Saturday. L.A. Marriott Hotel. (310) 973-9078.

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