Conference on Religion

A conference on religion and the environment is scheduled Oct. 23 at St. Mark Presbyterian Church, 2100 Mar Vista Drive, Newport Beach.

Actor Ed Begley Jr. is the keynote speaker and Dean Freudenberger of the Claremont School of Theology also will speak.

The conference, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., will feature opportunities for members of local environmental groups and churches to meet and small-group discussions.

Information: (949) 720-9627.