Sonoma County’s LandPaths has long fostered a love for the land with inventive outings, stewardship and events geared toward introducing the great outdoors to kids. This summer, LandPaths’ newest venture, iREAD Outside, combines outdoor fun and engaging literacy events. This week, iREAD kicks off with a bilingual event at Bayer Farm featuring beloved children’s author and poet Jorge Argueta. The award-winning writer will read from his celebrated books in conjunction with farm fun. Bring a nature-themed children’s book to donate to the program and you’ll be entered to win several prizes. iREAD promotes reading outdoors on Friday, June 17, at Bayer Farm, 1550 West Ave., Santa Rosa. 1pm. Free. landpaths.org.

In an era of mindless blockbusters and endless sequels, cinephiles are increasingly looking to independent films to bring art to the screen. To that end, Healdsburg Flix Mix is dedicated to spreading innovation and excellence in indie films, and this week they present their inaugural Flix Mix Short Film Festival to highlight some of the most inspiring works in film. Over three days, 27 shorts will screen in a program that gathers international entries, documentaries, music videos and other engaging experimental films. The juried fest also lets attendees select their favorites each night. It all happens Friday to Sunday, June 17–19, at the Paul Mahder Gallery, 222 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg. 8pm. $10–$25. healdsburgflixmix.com.

Look, it’s a scientific fact that dads love cars. Even if they’re not gearheads, every guy’s head turns at the sight of a classic roadster or sleek racer. This weekend, give dad what he really wants, a look at over a hundred beautiful driving machines during Napa Valley’s 26th annual Father’s Day Invitational Auto Show. One-of-a-kind collector’s cars, championship-winning autos, classic models, European masterpieces and more will be on display in a gorgeous setting, and plenty of wine and other indulgences will be on hand as well on Sunday, June 19, at V Marketplace, 6525 Washington St., Yountville. 10am. Free admission. 707.944.2451.

First conceived by New Orleans artist Candy Chang in 2011, ‘Before I Die’ is now a worldwide phenomenon. Simply put, it’s an interactive art project wherein a blank chalkboard wall is set up with the words “Before I Die . . .” written out as a prompt. From there, the public is invited to complete the sentiment with their own words. The effect of this project often triggers greater awareness and appreciation of life. Now the wall is coming to Sebastopol, spearheaded by a local group of volunteers as an outlet for expression and public inspiration. The North Bay’s Before I Die Community Project is unveiled in a ceremony on Sunday, June 19, in downtown square at Main Street and Bodega Highway, Sebastopol. 10am. Free. beforeidie.cc.