Exploratorium/ The LabThe Science of Cocktails features a gourmet buffet, masterful sips and hands-on demonstrations in support of this museum's education programs. 8 p.m. Jan. 24.
Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Ave., S.F. The concert is preceded by a New Year's-themed family festival and followed by the Imperial Dinner at City Hall.
Berkeley Public Library FoundationThe Authors' Dinner features a silent auction and gourmet meal with a guest author (including Mike Twohy, Paula Wolfert, Gary Kayima, Seth Rosenfeld, Ethan Chorin, Lyn Hejinian, Tom Killion, others) at your table in support of branch library programs. 6:30 p.m. Feb. 8.
S.F. General Hospital FoundationThe 10th Heroes & Hearts fundraiser celebrates the 10th anniversary of this event, which features a luncheon program honoring civic and medical heroes as well as an auction of one-of-a-kind heart sculptures by local artists. 11 a.m. Feb. 13.
San Francisco Ballet Phenomenal is the theme for the Ballet's 81st opening-night gala which features a cocktail reception and seated dinner in City Hall, a repertory performance at the War Memorial Opera House and a post-party back at City Hall. 5 p.m. Jan. 22.
