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Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds perform at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. The Australian rock band is touring in support of its new album, “Push the Sky Away.” [8 p.m., 99 Grove St., S.F.]
San Francisco events for April 10, 2013.
Who’s in town
- Lauraine Jacobs, one of New Zealand’s best-known food writers, talks about her new book and shares wines from her country. [6 p.m., Omnivore Books on Food, 3885a Cesar Chavez St., S.F.]
Lectures
- Seth Jones: The RAND Corporation political scientist discusses the events of the Arab Spring and a growing concern that further democratization may have slowed. [7 p.m., World Affairs Council, 312 Sutter St., S.F.]
- Claude Gruen: The national and international economist describes policies that create incentives for environmentally sound land stewardship and encourage economic growth. [6 p.m., Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]
- Angel investors: “Angels” and startup founders discuss angel investments, where incubation meets venture capitalism, as a means of getting crucial investments for a new business. [6:30 p.m., Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]
- Charles Fracchia: The historian discusses strong pro-succession sentiment that existed in California during the Civil War. The San Francisco Museum and Historical Society presents the talk. [7:30 p.m., Old Mint, 88 Fifth St., S.F.]
Literary events
- Joshua Mohr: The best-selling author shares his latest novel, “Fight Song.” [7 p.m., Books Inc., 301 Castro St., Mountain View]
- Amanda Coplin: The debut novelist talks about “The Orchardist.” [7:30 p.m., Kepler’s Books and Magazines, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park]
- Caroline Paul and Wendy MacNaughton: The co-authors of “Lost Cat: A True Story of Love, Desperation, and GPS Technology” launch the book. [7:30 p.m., Booksmith, 1644 Haight St., S.F.]
At the colleges
- Digital illustrator: John Hersey, a pioneer in digital illustration and the principal of John Hersey Illustration, discusses his work. [6:30 p.m., Multi Use Building, Room 140, City College of San Francisco, 50 Phelan Ave., S.F.]
At the public library
- Robert Lustig: The writer and pediatrician discuses “Fat Chance: Beating the Odds Against Sugar, Processed Food, Obesity, and Disease.” [6 p.m., Koret Auditorium, Main Library, 100 Larkin St., S.F.]
- Homework help: Student volunteers help K-8 students with homework assignments. [3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Ortega Branch, 3223 Ortega St., S.F.]
Rock band
- Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds perform at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. The Australian rock band is touring in support of its new album, “Push the Sky Away.” [8 p.m., 99 Grove St., S.F.]
Local activities
- Classical pianist: British classical pianist Benjamin Grosvenor makes his Bay Area debut with a concert at the SFJAZZ Center. San Francisco Performances presents the evening. [7:30 p.m., 201 Franklin St., S.F.]
- Styles and smiles: Comedian Mary Van Note combines her two passions, comedy and fashion, in a “Comedy Stylings” show. Guests include Jesse Elias, Miles K. and others. [8 p.m., Punch Line Comedy Club, 444 Battery St., S.F.]
- Workshop for seniors: The San Francisco Senior Center launches “Explore Your Future,” a four-part confidence-building workshop for ages 50 and up. [4 p.m., San Francisco Maritime Museum, 890 Beach St., S.F.; RSVP: (415) 474-7787]
- Baker & Banker: The mirin- and soy-braised black cod, with Mendocino uni and shiitake sticky rice and charred bok choy, is recommended. Also look for the Spanish octopus, an appetizer. [1701 Octavia St., S.F.; (415) 351-2500]