The autumnal equinox is upon us; carpe the very last diem of summer.

DO
Track Trouble: Detention with the Dolls
What: Tough Cookies versus Fight Crew in a roller derby match that will be hell on wheels.
Why: It’s a derby job, but someone’s got to do it.
When: Sat., 8 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Little Tokyo Shopping Center, 333 S. Alameda St., at 3rd St., top flr., Downtown.

EAT
The Essence of Eating
What: Prepare and eat Asian-inspired dishes using essential oils.
Why: Essential knowledge.
When: Sun., 2-5 p.m.
Where: Blunda Los Angeles, 304 S. Edinburgh Ave., b/t 3rd St. & Blackburn Ave. (323-658-7507).

HEAR
Janet Fitch
What: Native Angeleno reads from her new novel, Paint it Black, about punk rock love and loss in ’80s L.A.
Why: You and Mick have something in common.
When: Thurs., 7 p.m.
Where: Dutton’s, 447 N. Canon Dr., b/t Santa Monica Blvd. & Brighton Way, Beverly Hills (310-281-0997).

SEE
Carrie & Blow Out
What: Dressed to Kill: the Stylish Thrillers of Brian De Palma continues with a classic horror flick and thriller.
Why: Time for a few scare tactics.
When: Carrie, Fri., 7:30 p.m.; Blow Out, Sat., 7:30 p.m.
Where: LACMA, The Leo S. Bing Theater, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., b/t Ogden Dr. & Curson Ave., Miracle Mile (323-857-6010).