It’s getting hot in here.

BID
Firefighter Charity Auction
What: Fireman’s Brew, started by a couple of L.A.’s bravest, puts twenty single men in uniform up for grabs. Proceeds benefit the Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen’s Fund.
Why: Afterward, fan the flames of desire with ’80s cover band Flashback Heart Attack.
When: Thurs., 7 p.m.
Where: House of Blues, 8430 Sunset Blvd., at Olive Dr., Hollywood (323-848-5100). Tickets ($20) online at livenation.com.

LISTEN
Little Birds
What: For Tavin Boutique’s third reading series, New York Times best-selling authors Janelle Brown and Jillian Lauren spin tales about a bohemian couple’s unraveling relationship and a woman in the harem of the prince of Brunei.
Why: These aren’t your mama’s bedtime stories.
When: Thurs., 7:30 p.m.
Where: 1543 Echo Park Ave., at Morton Ave., Echo Park (213-482-5832).

SHOP
Wildfox Couture Pop-Up Opens
What: Our favorite purveyor of punk rock tees gets a temporary new locale. Swing by before September to nab the entire summer collection (tanks, fringe tees, and more) and peruse the denim bar.
Why: Got little ones? Clothe them well with selections from the full kids’ collection.
When: Daily, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 3939 Cross Creek Rd., at Civic Center Way, ste. d120, Malibu (310-317-0055).

Kensie Sale
What: Go to the head of the class with up to 70 percent off flirty dresses and old-school jumpers.
Why: Our fave geek-chic ankle jeans are just $29 (reg. $88).
When: You’re feeling a little bookish.
Where: Online at swirl.com.

CHILL
Dtox Day Spa Encino Opens
What: Call on the elements of earth, wind, and fire at the new Indo-Asian inspired location. Get the bad stuff out with treatments like an ayurvedic sea salt scrub, goat’s milk tub soak, and back facial.
Why: Free tea, fruit, and brownies to start and coed steam and sauna rooms with a fifteen-second rain shower to finish. Mention DC for 25 percent off any treatment thru Aug. 31.
When: Soft opening, Aug. 2. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 17401 Ventura Blvd., b/t Encino & Louise Aves., Encino (818-574-3700).

GROOVE
Summer Jazz Nights at Bar Noir
What: Improvise your way there to check out the sultry (in sound and appearance) Matthew Haze play guitar.
Why: Be a study in luxury. Lounge in the swank bar decorated in red, black, and white while sipping on a Lady Godiva (vodka, white choco liqueur, white creme de cacoa).
When: Every Wed., 7-9:30 p.m.
Where: Maison 140 Beverly Hills, 140 S. Lasky Dr., b/t Charleville & Santa Monica Blvds., Beverly Hills. R.S.V.P. to 310-281-4003.

LISTEN
New American Writing: Gabrielle Calvocoressi
What: The L.A.-based poet reads from her second book, Apocalyptic Swing, and presents new-media work combining text and film.
Why: City pride is in full effect as the writer discusses the many ways in which her hometown inspires her craft.
When: Wed., 7 p.m.
Where: Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., at Westwood Blvd., Westwood (310-443-7000). Admission is free.

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