Performance: David Gerard Magic
Attendees can join David Gerard in the intimate Dragon Theater as he demonstrates mental and physical feats just inches away from the audience. Tomorrow, Oct. 26, at 7:30 p.m. at The Dragon Theater, 535 Alma St., Palo Alto. $15/$20. Go to brownpapertickets.com.

Book talk: A British Diplomat in North Korea
A new book by former UK Ambassador to North Korea John Everard (2006-2008) unveils the human dimension of life in that hermetic nation, considers how North Korea evolved to its current state and discusses current diplomatic challenges. Tomorrow, Oct. 26, noon-1:30 p.m. in the Philippines Room, Encina Hall, 616 Serra St., Stanford. Go to aparc.Stanford.edu.

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