thursday/30
“Flavors of Oakland: A Cookbook in 20 Stories.” Oaklanders Anya Ku and Elazar Sontag discuss their story-filled cookbook with J. food writer Alix Wall. Includes samples. At JCC East Bay, 1414 Walnut St., Berkeley. 7:30 p.m. $5. www.jcceastbay.org/flavorsofoakland
wednesday/13
Myra Strober. Stanford professor discusses her book “Sharing the Work” about her life as an economist, teacher and Reform Jew. At Mrs. Dalloway’s, 2904 College Ave., Berkeley. 7:30 p.m. Free. www.myrastrober.com