Browse books by artists and art-book makers at a fair that will include works from independent publishers who focus on art, architecture, photography, and design; rare and limited-edition books and zines showcasing a range of publishing endeavors; and artists’ books by students and alumni of the Yale School of Art and the Rhode Island School of Design. Free. Yale University Art Gallery, 1111 Chapel St. 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
See director Clark Johnson’s film that tells the story of the 1955-1956 Montgomery bus boycott. The film, starring Jeffrey Wright and Terrence Howard, is part of the “Democracy in America” series. Free. Whitney Humanities Center, 53 Wall St. 7:30 p.m.
Catch the moves of Danceworks, Yale’s largest and most diverse dance group, as more than 200 members perform in a spy-themed show. Tickets: $4. Off Broadway Theater, 41 Broadway. 6 p.m. & 9 p.m.
Enjoy the music of Britain’s Jazz Age as members of the Yale Undergraduate Chamber Orchestra perform William Walton’s musical setting of 21 poems by Edith Sitwell. Professor Tim Barringer will introduce the program. Free. Yale Center for British Art, 1080 Chapel St. 2 p.m.
Explore the history of science fiction in classic Middle Eastern literature. Abdul-Rehman Malik of the Council on Middle East Studies will look at some of these stories by investigating primary sources, making connections to more modern narratives, and discussing the historical roots of today’s fantasy and science fiction. Free. Whitney Humanities Center, 53 Wall St. 11 a.m.
Listen to the ensemble, composed of students at the School of Music, perform Kagel’s “Dressur,” Xenakis’s “Rebonds B,” Jarrett’s “The Köln Concert,” and Wood’s “Village Burial with Fire.” Free. Morse Recital Hall, 470 College St. 7:30 p.m.
Join the Yale Glee Club and the Yale Symphony Orchestra in the annual audience singalong of Handel’s celebrated oratorio. Free; $10 suggested donation, a portion of which goes to help New Haven’s homeless. Scores will be available for purchase. Battell Chapel, 400 College St. 1:30 p.m.
Travel with children of all ages to distant times and faraway lands through artworks at the Yale University Art Gallery. Teaching staff will tell folk tales, myths, and stories from around the world that highlight unique features of selected objects in the collection. Drawing materials are available for older children. Free. Yale University Art Gallery, 1111 Chapel St. 1 p.m.
View a screening of the film by directors Brian Mertes and Alex Harvey, which depicts a community of actors attempting to stage a Chekhov play in their front yard. Followed by a talk-back with the filmmakers and members of the cast. Free. Whitney Humanities Center, 53 Wall St. 2 p.m.
