sunday/14

“The Betrayers.” Drop-in book club discusses David Bezmozgis’ novel about a Soviet Jewish dissident turned disgraced Israeli politician who flees to Crimea. At Jewish Community Library, 1835 Ellis St., S.F. 2 p.m. Free. www.jewishlearningworks.org

“Mitz Petel (Raspberry Juice).” Hebrew-language puppet show based on the Israeli children’s book about friendship. Suitable for ages 2 to 8. At Jewish Community Library, 1836 Ellis St., S.F. 11 a.m. Free. www.jewishlearningworks.org/library

tuesday/16

“The Rise and Fall of a Jewish American Princess.” Author and J. columnist Barbara Rose Brooker will discuss her new novel about a Jewish princess and would-be artist’s personal journey through divorce and the art world. At Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F. 5:15 p.m. $7-$20. www.commonwealthclub.org