Talk up Tracy Chevalier’s Remarkable Creatures at Travel Lovers Book Club’s Mon., June 11, meeting at Tattered Cover, 2526 E. Colfax Ave., 5:30-6:30p.m. Info: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

New District 4 police commander Lisa Fair talks about crime trends and Neighborhood Watch details at the Platt Park People’s Association Tues., June 12, meeting, 6:30p.m., at Hope Community Church, 1801 S. Logan St. Also, developer Scott McFadden provides an update on planned apartments at Broadway & Mississippi; and The Tavern Hospitality Group’s Frank Schultz on his company’s possible purchase and remodel of the former India’s Pearl building, 1475 S. Pearl St. Open to all. Info: 3pa.org.

Learn to play croquet when FANS (Friends and Neighbors of Washington Park) goes to the park’s pitch after a short membership meeting, Wed., June 13, 6p.m., at Washington Park’s Dos Chappell Bath House, 600 S. Marion Pkwy. All are welcome. Info: FANSwashingtonpark.org.

Hear a summary of the recent state legislative session and its meaning at NARFE Chapter #81’s next meeting, Fri., June 15, at Leyden Chiles Wickersham Post 1 of the American Legion, 5400 E. Yale Ave. Optional lunch at 11a.m., program at noon. All current and retired Federal employees (and guests) are invited. Info: call Hank, 303-779-4268.

Having trouble controlling the way you eat? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is a free 12-step recovery program for those suffering from food issues. Meets weekly: Christ Episcopal Church, 2950 S. University Blvd., Thur., 7p.m.; or University Park United Methodist Church, 2180 S. University Blvd., Sat., 9a.m. Info: 303-449-1728 or foodaddicts.org.

Looking for a job? In a career transition? Come get expert career advice at Career Connect Coffee Club, meeting Tuesdays, 9a.m., at Stella’s Coffee Shop, 1476 S. Pearl St. Kate Culligan, M.Ed., facilitates 90-minute networking meetings, covering such things as the hidden job market and interviewing skills. $5 materials/beverage. Info: visit manageyourcareertransition.com or call 303-832-8108.

A Nar-Anon family group meets every Wednesday, noon, at Evanston United Methodist Church, 2122 S. Lafayette St. Nar-Anon is a free, self-help, 12-step, confidential meeting for families and friends of addicts. Information: 303-871-7290.