See the Academy and Grammy award-nominated singer, songwriter, actor, and producer at this concert of Broadway and jazz hits with the S.F. Symphony. $85–$195, 415-864-6000, sfsymphony.org ...

Ring in the new year with a night of improv and laughter with scenes and stories sure to capture your heart and imagination (scheduled to end before midnight). $35, 415-474-6776, improv.org ...

Enjoy a spectacular concert, then join the Prosecco and dessert after-party and get your groove on with Hit Waves on the first tier, or harken back to the golden age of the 1930s with the Peter Mintun ...

The striking of the 16th-century bronze bell is believed to be auspicious — 108 strikes, according to tradition, and the problems of 2012 may fade away. Free with museum admission ($5–$12), ...

The genre-tripping trio brings their mix of soul, dance and pop back to the place where they held their first California show. $23, 415-673-8000, www.boomboomblues.com ...

The X-Factor finalist and four-time BESTIE-winner for “Best Male Cabaret Singer in San Francisco,” performs your favorite holiday songs and new off-beat selections accompanied by a three-piece band ...

Meet at St. Mary the Virgin Episcopal Church (2325 Union St. at Steiner) Join this annual caroling stroll up and down Union Street, afterward returning to the Episcopal church for refreshments and ...

Make festive holiday ornaments using just pipe cleaners and beads. Templates for wreaths, snowflakes, and other holiday-themed shapes provided. Ages 3 & up. Free, 415-355-2823, ...

If you can imagine Caesar Chavez fronting a punk band, or Liberace teaching Chicano studies, then you’ll know what to expect from El Vez. If that leaves you confused, then come and hear El Vez clear ...

Discover locally made gift items including jewelry, gourmet gifts, coffee, chocolate, wine, home items, bags, body products, men’s and women’s apparel, children’s wear, pet gear, and stationery from ...

This 5k fun run/walk (costumes encouraged) includes Santa, his reindeer, and all his little helpers. Afterward, enjoy complimentary bagels, coffee and hot chocolate plus 15 percent off all your ...

From neon signs to oil slicks, rainbows and more, you’ll learn all about the magical interplay of color and light, how it is made and how it changes when it interacts with other materials. Ages 6 and ...