Films & programs: Italy for women, hiking the Grand Canyon

ITALY

Presentation

Author Susan Van Allen will celebrate the second edition of “100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go” with a slide show and Q&A.;

When, where: 7:30 p.m. Monday at Distant Lands, 20 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena.

Admission, info: Free. RSVP to (626) 449-3220.

GRAND CANYON

Workshop

Experts will offer tips on hiking the Grand Canyon rim to rim, as well as trip planning and resources.

When, where: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the REI store in Tustin, 2962 El Camino Real.

Admission, info: Free. ( 714) 505-0205.

WOMEN

Workshop

Veteran travelers will offer tips for women interested in traveling alone, including advantages and concerns, safety and planning.

When, where: 10 a.m. Saturday at the Hostelling International Travel Store, 1434 Second St., Santa Monica.

Admission, info: Free. (310) 393-6263

Please email announcements at least three weeks in advance of the event date to travel@latimes.com.