Go to the World Festival of Sacred Music in Los Angeles to see 1,000 performers from across the world—including throat singers from Mongolia and Israeli composer Yuval Ron—perform in 41 events of sacred music and movement (Sept. 13–28; festivalofsacredmusic.org).

Read “The Flavor Bible” by Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg ($35). This unique cookbook encourages chefs to ditch their recipes and follow their imaginations instead. The book lists thousands of classic as well as offbeat flavor combinations. Look up “chicken” and you get “figs, honey, thyme and white wine,” among dozens of other serving ideas.

Hear “How to Walk Away” by Juliana Hatfield. After 20 years, the songstress still packs a wallop on her 10th album, featuring edgy tales of heartbreak sung with that classic sweetness.

Surf socializr.com, a new site that allows users to view each other’s social calendars to see what “can’t miss” parties loom around the corner.

Try non-ammonia hair lightener. This new salon bleaching treatment is less damaging to hair. Ask for it at Gavert Atelier in Beverly Hills ($300; 310-858-7898) or at select salons in major cities.