818 Hot Tips: Weedageddon, book reading and ‘Cruise Night’

The city of Glendale presents “Weedageddon” from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Deukmejian Wilderness Park, 3429 Markridge Road, Glendale. Newly planted big cone spruce and oak trees can use water and the weeds need a good pulling. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Wear sturdy closed-toed shoes and protective clothing. Bring water, sun screen, gloves and a hat. Call (818) 548-2000.

Simply Coffee & Boutique hosts local writer and Glendale News-Press and Burbank Leader columnist Patrick Caneday from 5 to 8 p.m., 940 N. Lima St., Burbank. He will discuss and sign his new book “Crooked Little Birdhouse: Random Thoughts on Being Human,” which is a collection of readers’ favorite columns and a series of essays exploring life, parenthood, faith and living the life you always dreamed about. Call (818) 841-0150.

The city of Glendale hosts the 18th annual Cruise Night between the 100 and 500 blocks of North Brand Boulevard with more than 300 classic cars on display and live entertainment including the bands “Paul Revere and the Raiders” and “Abbey Road” from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Call (818) 548-6464.