Travel films & programs

NEPAL

Presentation

Caryl Sherpa discusses her book “I Taste Fire, Earth, Rain,” a story of love, cultural exploration and the revelation that in the Himalayas, anything is possible.

When, where: 7:30 p.m. Monday at Distant Lands, 20 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena.

Admission, info: Free. RSVP to (626) 449-3220.

EUROPE

Slide show

Mort Loveman will present “From Russia With Love.”

When, where: 1 p.m. Wednesday at Roxbury Park Community Center, 471 S. Roxbury Drive, Beverly Hills.

Admission, info: $1 for Beverly Hills residents; $2 for others. (310) 285-6840.

ADVENTURE

Workshop

Want to travel to Antarctica or venture to the North Pole? Experts will offer tips about gear designed for extreme conditions, plus basic itineraries.

When, where: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the REI store in Tustin, 2962 El Camino Real.

Admission, info: Free. (714) 505-0205

Please email announcements at least three weeks in advance of the event date to travel@latimes.com.