PJs and pals

PS # 1 Elementary School presents “Pajama Story Time,” an end-of-the-day event where children join their families and friends as they hear bedtime stories, sing songs and enjoy refreshments. The school presents this event monthly throughout the school year, and each story time features various special readers from the PS #1 community.

The PS # 1 students and their families invite the community to join them for a cozy way to end the week and get ready for a good night’s sleep. Attendees are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring their favorite stuffed animal.

The next “Pajama Story Time” will be held on Friday, Feb. 2, at 6:30 p.m., inside PS # 1 Elementary School’s library, located at 1454 Euclid Street, Santa Monica. Admission is free, but RSVPs are strongly suggested.

Call (310) 394-1313, ext. 408 to register.

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Moony eyes

“Returning to the Moon: Part II,” which will look at the missions planned to begin in 2020 and beyond, is scheduled for Feb. 2 and 16 at Santa Monica College’s John Drescher Planetarium.

Events begin at 7 p.m., with a showing of “The Night Sky Show,” which re-creates the night sky and provides the latest information on space exploration.

Tickets are $5 each, with discounts for children and senior citizens. For information, call (310) 434-4223 or (310) 434-3000. The John Drescher Planetarium is located on the second floor of Drescher Hall, 1900 Pico Blvd.

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Boyle feted at film fest

The American Cinematheque at the Aero Theatre presents a memorial tribute screening to the late actor Peter Boyle. A double feature screening of two of his films will be shown on Sunday, Feb. 4, at 7:30 p.m.

First up is a screening of “Taxi Driver” (1976). Boyle plays veteran cabbie “Wizard,” who holds court at the Beltmore Cafeteria, expounding on that “pursuit of happiness thing” available to all in this “American free country.” Martin Scorsese directed and Paul Schrader wrote the script.

Next on the same bill is “Joe” (1970), directed by John G. Avildsen (“Rocky”). This low-budget, indie film traces the adversarial relationship between a white-collar father and his hippie daughter. Susan Sarandon and Patrick McDermont co-star. Written by Norman Wexler.

All screenings are at the Max Palevsky Theatre at the Aero, 1328 Montana Ave. Tickets are available through www.fandango.com. General admission is $10, $7 for Cinematheque members, $9 for seniors (65 and older) and students with valid ID card. 24-Hour information is available by calling (323) 466-FILM.

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Art with an agenda

PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) will be the beneficiary of a fundraising reception this Saturday, Jan. 27, from 4 p.m. — 7 p.m., at the Karen Lynne Gallery, featuring artist James Verbicky, who recently opened an exhibition of his work at the art venue.

The gallery will donate 15 percent of all sales of Verbicky’s art during the event to PATH, which is dedicated to breaking the cycle of homelessness. Founded in 1984, PATH is a non-profit community organization committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness by providing a full range of housing and supportive services.

The Karen Lynn Gallery is located at 216 N. Canon, Beverly Hills. For more information about the Karen Lynn Gallery benefit, please call Kai Stansberry at (323) 644-2212 or Walter Meyer, at the gallery, at (310) 858-8202.

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