Slide show of Eastern Europe, the Balkans

EASTERN EUROPE

Slide show

Ralph Velasco will show slides and discuss his recent journey through Eastern Europe and the Balkans, including Budapest, Hungary; Belgrade, Serbia; and Dubrovnik, Croatia. He also has tips for improving photography skills.

Where, when: Distant Lands, 56 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, 7:30 p.m. Monday.

Admission: Free.

Info: RSVP (626) 449-3220.

VIETNAM

Slide show

John Irvin will present an illustrated program titled “Vietnam 1995 and 2007” at the monthly meeting of the Network for Travel Club. Irvin is a Los Angeles high school teacher who formerly lived in Thailand.

Where, when: Bourbon Street Shrimp & Grill, 10928 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, noon to 3 p.m. Saturday.

Admission: $18.50 for lunch and meeting.

Info: Odette Ricasa, (323) 578-3601.

Films & Programs, Travel, L.A. Times, 202 W. 1st St., L.A., CA 90012; travel@latimes.com.