Lecture: 'Syria: What's Next?'
In this lecture, Prof. Joshua Landis of the University of Oklahoma will consider how the Turks, Iraqis and Lebanese emerged from their efforts at revolution and civil war. He will speak today, Feb. 14, at 5:30 p.m. at Stanford Humanities Center, Levinthal Hall, 424 Santa Teresa, Stanford. Go to stanford.edu

Music: Nancy Gilliland Trio Valentine Concert
Vocalist/pianist Nancy Gilliland and her trio will perform Valentine's Day evening, offering songs and stories of the Great American Songbook today, Feb. 14, 8-10 p.m. at Club Fox, 2223 Broadway St., Redwood City. $20 advance/$22 door. Go to clubfoxrwc.com.

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