If you feel you need more knowledge and ability to defend yourself if attacked, drop by the Billy De Frank LGBT Community Center, 938 The Alameda, on Nov. 16 for a free Awareness and Prevention seminar.

The 1 to 3 p.m. class is taught by staff from Defense-ability, a woman owned and operated company that teaches "situational awareness, physical self-defense and how to safely and effectively use protective devices such as stun guns and pepper spray."

Topics to be discussed include setting physical and verbal boundaries; street smarts and awareness; recognizing and avoiding trouble; and de-escalating situations.