saturday | 24
“The Israelis: Ordinary People in an Extraordinary Land.” Donna Rosenthal presents her book. At Beth Jacob Congregation, 3778 Park Blvd., Oakland. 7 p.m. (510) 482-1147.
wednesday | 28
“The Devil and Daniel Silverman.” Ted Roszak presents his book. At Berkeley Richmond Jewish Community Center, 1414 Walnut St., Berkeley. 7:30 p.m. Free. (510) 848-0237, ext. 112.