1. Stop by the today to listen to Susan Van Atta's "inspiring talk" on "colorful native plants in fabulous combinations and locations." Van Atta is an award-winning landscape architect and author of The Southern California Native Flower Garden, which she will sign after the event. Click here for more information. The lectures is from 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. and costs $20. 301 N. Baldwin Ave., 626-821-3222.
2. Don’t miss out on deliciously fresh fare at the nearby South Pasadena Farmer’s Market. From 4-7 p.m., enjoy a wonderful selection of “fruits, vegetables and delicious food on-the-go.” 905 Meridian Ave., South Pasadena, 91030; 626-403-2820.
3. Yes, The Office is on tonight, but just record it! Doesn’t a karaoke adventure sound better? Stop by tonight with friends for a great time! 100 W. Huntington Dr., 626-445-3520.
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4. Or, if you’re more into comedy than karaoke, you’ll be happy to know it's the nearby Ice House’s weekly comedy night. Tickets are $10, not that you can put a price on laughter. 24 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, 91106; 626-577-1894.
5. is a “captivating” documentary that was “released to rave reviews in 2010.” See it tonight for free at 7 p.m. in the community room of the . Acclaimed director John Scheinfeld will be present for questions and discussion after the event. Nilsson was "one of the most talented singer-songwriters in pop music history" and this "vivid portrayal" of his life "features more than 60 songs, rare footage, and interviews with family members, Brian Wilson, Robin Williams, Randy Newman, Yoko Ono" and more. 1115 El Centro St.