TODAY’S LIVING BEST BETS

HISTORY

Jazz historian Joshua Berret discusses his biography, “The Louis Armstrong Companion.” Borders, Santa Monica. Tonight. (310) 393-9290.

KIDS

Children can learn how rocks are formed during “Rockin’ Recipes,” a workshop at Oak Canyon Nature Center, today. Anaheim. (714) 998-8380.

BOOKS

Author Patricia Rust reads from her new children’s book, “The King of Skittledeedoo.” Barnes & Noble, Encino. 7 p.m. Friday. (818) 380-1636.

FESTIVAL

McDonald’s 15th annual Gospelfest takes place Saturday, Greater Bethany Community Church, L.A. (310) 444-7000 for entry information.

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