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Theater
Theater: ‘The Addams Family’ Menlo-Atherton Drama presents “The Addams Family” musical. It follows Wednesday Addams who has fallen in love and begs Gomez, Morticia and the family to act “normal” when she brings her boyfriend and his parents to dinner. Feb. 17, 18 and 24 at 8 p.m.; Feb. 19, 25, and 26 at 2 p.m. $6-$14. Menlo-Atherton Center for Performing Arts, 555 Middlefield Road, Atherton. mabears.org
Talks & Lectures
Religion & Pluralism: A Multi-Faith Panel Discussion Menlo Park Library presents panel representing major world religions discussing faith and mutual respect. Feb. 18, 11 a.m.-noon. Free. Menlo Park City Council Chambers, 701 Laurel St., Menlo Park. menlopark.org/
In Deep with Angie Coiro: Ashton Applewhite In “This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism,” Ms. Applewhite traces her journey from apprehensive boomer to pro-aging radical, and in the process debunks myths about late life. Feb. 15, noon. Free. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. keplers.org/
Narrative Art: Hidden Stories Art often tells stories from myth and history on multiple levels. This lecture, led by Stanford University archaeologist and art historian Patrick Hunt, will explore narrative art from antiquity to modern representations. Feb. 15, 4-6:30 p.m. $75, member; $90, non-member. Cantor Auditorium, 328 Lomita Drive at Museum Way, Stanford. museum.stanford.edu/participate/ArtFocusLectures.html
Non-Fiction Book Club discusses “Hillbilly Elegy: a memoir of a family and culture in crisis” by J.D. Vance. There is also an evening session, on the same day, from 6 to 7 p.m. Newcomers welcomed. Feb. 16 1 and 6 p.m. Free. Portola Valley Library, 765 Portola Road, Portola Valley.
Story Is the Thing Kepler’s Books hosts second installment of “Story Is the Thing” with readings by Jeanne Althouse, Angela Pneuman, Shobha Rao, Tanya Rey, Rick Trushel, Genanne Walsh and James Warner on the theme “That Electrifying Moment.” Feb. 16, 7:30 p.m. $10. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. brownpapertickets.com/event/PAOnline/
Youth Book Event: Kwame Alexander, poet, educator and author, discusses his new book, “The Playbook: 52 Rules to Aim, Shoot, and Score in This Game Called Life.” Feb. 17, 7 p.m. Free. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. brownpapertickets.com/event/PAOnline/
Family
Elephant and Piggie Party All invited for readings and activities around the Elephant and Piggie books. Feb. 22, 1 p.m. Free. Portola Valley Library, 765 Portola Road, Portola Valley.
Teens
Teen Manga Night Professional artist Carlos Nieto III, whose credits include “The Simpsons,” as well as projects for Disney and Universal, will offering manga and anime lessons to teens during a workshop at the Menlo Park Library. Free event is open to 13- to 18-year-olds; advance registration is required. Feb. 17, 6-7 p.m. Free. Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park. menlopark.org/
Et Alia
Singles’ Trivia Night This trivia night is focused on local singles over the age of 45, but anyone is welcome to participate. There will be three games and teammates will rotate for each, so everyone has a chance to meet and compete together. Nov. 9, Dec. 14, Jan. 18, Feb. 22, March 29, 8-10 p.m. Freewheel Brewing Company, 3736 Florence St., Redwood City. freewheelbrewing.com/
Knitting Meetup This is a time for adult knitters to get together and enjoy camaraderie, laughter and stitches. Jan. 25 and Feb. 22, 7 p.m. Free. Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park. menlopark.org/
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