monday/23
“A Guide for the Perplexed.” Author Dara Horn discusses her new novel about technology’s effect on the mind and soul. At JCCSF, 3200 California St., S.F. 7 p.m. $15. www.jccsf.org. (See story, 24)
tuesday/24
“The Stones Cry Out: Sweden’s Response to Persecution of the Jews.” Author Steven Koblik discusses Sweden’s efforts to rescue Jews during the Holocaust. At JCCSF, 3200 California St., S.F. 7 p.m. Free. RSVP required. www.jccsf.org.
wednesday/25
“Two Among the Righteous Few: A Story of Courage in the Holocaust.” Author Marty Brounstein discusses his book. At Dominican University, 50 Acacia Ave., San Rafael. 12 p.m. Free. (415) 482-1821. Also Sept. 26. At East West Bookshop, 324 Castro St., Mountain View. 7:30 p.m. Free. (650) 988-9800.
thursday/26
“Poems from the Stray Dog Café: Akhmatova, Mandelstam, and Gumilev.” Meryl Natchez will read poems from her book of English translations of Russian poets. At Musical Offering, 2430 Bancroft Way, Berkeley. 6 p.m. Free. (510) 548-0585.