Writers Bloc presents the New Yorker editor David Remnick in conversation with Lawrence O'Donnell on the subject of Remnick's new biography of President Obama, "The Bridge: The Life and Rise of Barack Obama." The 672-pager examines Obama's life and racial identity, and their influence on his rise to political power. Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive, Beverly Hills. 7:30 p.m. Thursday. $20. http://www.Writersblocpresents.com
