Travel films & events: Slide show on Africa
AFRICA
Slide show
Dave Garfinkle will show slides of his trip in June to northern and southern Africa, including Swaziland, Lesotho and Mozambique.
When, where: 7:30 p.m. Monday at Distant Lands, 20 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena.
Admission, info: Free. RSVP to (626) 449-3220.
BACKPACKING
Workshop
Glen Van Peski will take you through the steps on how to pack lighter so you can do more.
When, where: 7 p.m. Friday at the Adventure 16 store, 11161 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles.
Admission, info: Free. (310) 473-4574.
WOMEN
Workshop
Veteran travelers will offer tips for women interested in traveling alone, including advantages and concerns.
When, where: 10 a.m. Saturday at the Hostelling International Travel Store, 1434 2nd St., Santa Monica.
Admission, info: Free. (310) 393-6263.
JOSHUA TREE
Workshop
Artist Anahita King will help students transform the desert landscape into art with watercolors.
When, where: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. May 5, Joshua Tree Visitor Center.
Admission, info: $60. (760) 367-5535. Must bring own art supplies.
Please email announcements at least three weeks before the event to travel@latimes.com.
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