Happening Tuesday: Brian Jonestown Massacre, shorts in Palm Springs and more

BOOKS

Gregory Boyle Homeboy Industries, the celebrated — and recently imperiled — nonprofit founded by Boyle as Jobs for a Future in 1988, operates on the overriding concept that there is no “them” outside the range of our compassion. His new book, “Tattoos on the Heart,” draws from over 20 years effecting change and improving lives in the toughest gang territory in the nation. Discussion and signing at Village Book Shop, 123 N. Glendora Ave. at 7:30 p.m.; gala reception at Glendora Public Library, 140 S. Glendora Ave., Glendora, at 5:30 p.m. Tue. Reception, $50; signing, free. (626) 335-5720. www.villagebookshopglendora.com.

POP MUSIC

Bebe Buell It’s no secret that Bebe Buell has played “muse” to her share of celebrities and rock stars (she’s Liv Tyler’s mother), but the sultry alto also has a successful career as a singer, as evinced by her latest LP, “Sugar.” She shares the Roxy stage with other luminaries Gary Myrick and the Figures, plus the aptly-named Model/Actress. Roxy Theatre. 9009 Sunset Blvd. 7:30 pm. $10 advance, $12 day of show. (310) 276-2222. https://theroxyonsunset.com.

Brian Jonestown Massacre Anton Newcombe’s experimental neo-psychedelic juggernaut treats the Southland to a rare live appearance. The volatile frontman will lead the band through material from its recent release, the slow-burning, electronic-heavy “Who Killed Sgt. Pepper?” which was recorded in Iceland and Berlin. Music Box Theatre, 6126 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. 8 p.m. $20. (323) 464-0808. www.henryfondatheater.com.

MOVIES

Palm Springs International ShortFest Brevity is the soul of wit, so it’s fitting that the opening night of this weeklong short-film festival features a program of comedic films from around the world. A reception will follow at Wang’s in the Desert. Camelot Theatres, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs. 6:30 p.m. $25. (800) 898-7256. https://www.psfilmfest.org.