TODAY’S LIVING BEST BETS

MUSEUMS

The Banning Residence Museum kicks off the fifth annual Banning Heritage Week today, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. in Wilmington. (310) 548-7777.

PETS

The North Shore Animal League, Petsmart and pet shelters worldwide present Pet Adoptathon ‘99, continuing today. 1-877-BE MY PAL.

TOUR

Robert Winter, author of “Hidden L.A.,” leads a chartered bus tour of undiscovered places in L.A. Saturday, noon. (213) 763-3534.

VOLUNTEERS

The California African American Museum is looking for docents to lead tours and workshops. Call (213) 744-7432 for information.

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