Venus Infers; Henry Clay People. New line-ups and sounds from these very much loved Southern California bands. Free. 10pm. 21+.
DETROIT BAR 843 W 19th St, Costa Mesa 92627. 949.642.0600; detroitbar.com.

Steve Evans. Mostly self-taught, Steve has been experimenting with art, graphic design and screenprinting most of his life to develop a style he calls “pop realism.” His major influences are the Pop Art of the ’60s, Photorealism of the ’70s and tattoo artwork. On view during restaurant hours.
FOUR OLIVES CAFE 4276 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach 90807. 562.595.1131. fourolivescafe.com.

Knitting Workshop for all levels. Now more than ever: learn to knit, make someone a gift. 7:30pm. Free.
PORTFOLIO COFFEE HOUSE 2300 E Fourth St, Long Beach 90814. 562.434.2486; portfoliocoffeehouse.com.

Four-to-five mile brisk walk. Keep those holiday pounds down! 7pm.
SIERRA CLUB LONG BEACH Meet at Belmont Pier Parking Lot.

Kings versus Vancouver Canucks. Rough weekend? Relax with a quiet game of hockey. 7:30pm. $17-300.
LOS ANGELES KINGS Staples Center, 1111 S Figueroa, Los Angeles 90015. 213.742.7340; kings.nhl.com.