Directors’ cuts

Now in its 17th year, Tower of Youth's North American All Youth Film and Education Day highlights a fresh crop of young filmmakers—both regionally and internationally. This year, the event, which takes place on Friday, October 4, at the Crest Theatre, will showcase dozens of short films by high-school students near (Auburn, Sacramento) and far (Boston; San Antonio, Texas; Ontario, Canada). There'll also be guest speakers and educational workshops. Wes Anderson, watch your back. $10-$15, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Crest Theatre, 1013 K Street; www.towerofyouth.org.