Benefits
Glaucoma Research FoundationThe annual 360 Gala honors the work of William Link and singer Judy Collins at this awards dinner featuring a cocktail reception, live auction and performance by Collins. 6 p.m. Feb 6.
Berkeley Public Library FoundationThe Authors Dinner features a silent auction and gourmet meal with a guest author (including Mike Twohy, Paula Wolfert, Gary Kamiya, Seth Rosenfeld, Ethan Chorin, Lyn Hejinian, Tom Killion, more) 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 with 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.
Walnut Creek Library FoundationAuthors, Artists & Adventure is the theme of the fifth Authors Under the Stars fundraiser, which features a cocktail reception, silent auction and dinner with 20 notable Bay Area authors. 6:30 p.m. March 8.
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.