Events happening today

BOOKS

“Naked Lunch” Even if you’ve already read William S. Burroughs’ heroin-cured masterpiece, chances are it’s not easy to describe what happened in this stream-of-consciousness story of a junkie’s hellish journey to the Interzone. All the more reason to get reacquainted with Burroughs’ surreal world with this marathon reading that closes Beyond Baroque’s three-day celebration of the novel’s 50th anniversary. The story kicks off at noon. 681 Venice Blvd., Venice. Free. (310) 822-3006, www.beyondbaroque.org.

EVENTS

Holiday Light Festival Featuring more than 24 illuminated displays of L.A. landmarks, the festival is car-free through Dec. 17. Griffith Park. 4730 Crystal Springs Drive. 5-10 p.m. Free. (323)- 913-4688, www.dwplightfestival.com.

Cycle World International Motorcycle Show Get an up-close-and-personal look at hundreds of street bikes, dirt bikes, cruisers, ATVs, concept bikes and customs. at the Cycle World International Motorcycle Show. Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd. 9:30 a.m.- 8 p.m. today, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. Adults $15, children $6. (562) 628-8200. www.motorcycleshows.com.