June gloom got you down? Picnicking, planet gazing, and a little song and dance to lift your spirits …

SEE
Bianchi Planetarium
What: Leonard Nimoy narrates star show “The Search for Life in the Universe.”
Why: Beam him up, Scotty.
When: Fri. at 7:30 p.m., 8:45 p.m. telescope viewing.
Where: Cal State University, 18111 Nordhoff St., Science Building 3, b/t Reseda & Lindley Aves., Northridge (818-677-2488).

BUY
Ted Baker Boutique
What: Two stories of all things British.
Why: There’s more to London than fish and chips.
When: Opens on the Queen’s birthday (6/11). Mon-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 131 N. Robertson Blvd., b/t Beverly Blvd. & Alden St., West Hollywood (310-550-7855).

EAT
The 25th Annual Picnic des Chefs
What: French cuisine and a Moonbounce — the perfect combo.
Why: Things that make you go yum.
When: Sun., 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: Crystal Springs Picnic Area, Griffith Park, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr., Los Feliz.

HEAR
A Kid’s Life!
What: Life’s lessons taught in a snappy musical.
Why: The kids are more than all right.
When: Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. (also June 18 & 19).
Where: Brentwood Theater, 11301 Wilshire Blvd., bldg. 211, on the Veteran’s Property, at San Vicente Blvd., Brentwood (310-479-3003).

DO
Downtown Art Walk
What: Self-guided tours of 22 galleries, including LA Artcore and Neon MONA, plus MOCA‘s panel, Picture ID: “Placing, Naming, Shaping.”
Why: Art and walking? You’ll swear you’re in SoHo.
When: Thurs., noon-9 p.m.; 7:30 p.m. MOCA panel.
Where: Downtown. Maps available at downtownartwalk.com.