May 19th, 2008 issue 

Our top picks for the week  

See “The Horse,” at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The exhibition examines the relationship between these magnificent creatures and human beings, showing how horses have influenced war, transportation, agriculture and other aspects of human life. (May 17, 2008-Jan. 4, 2009; amnh.org)

Rent “The Fire Within.” Louis Malle, with elegant, eloquent anguish, observed the last 24 hours in the life of a dissolute, suicidal playboy (Maurice Ronet) in this little-seen 1963 gem. Set to a spare Satie piano score, it’s a haunting study of depression—but too artful to be depressing itself.

Hear “Sacre Coeur” by Tina Dico on myspace.com/tinadico. This compelling Danish songwriter tackles life’s energy and soul-searching in faraway cities through strong lyrics with captivating melodies. Currently on tour in the States, she has a new album, “Count to Ten,” in stores now.

Subscribe to My Preschooler This Week at babycenter.com. Type in your child’s birth date, and this innovative newsletter will keep you informed about each stage of your 2- to 4-year-old’s development, including cognitive skills and disciplinary issues.

Eat rhubarb. The distinctive red stalks are considered a vegetable, but they’re mostly used in fruit desserts. To enjoy them now, at the height of the season, log on to rhubarbinfo.com for recipes.