Benefits

S.F. General Hospital Foundation The 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.

42nd Street Moon "Smash" actress Megan Hilty headlines at the What We Did For Love dinner and cabaret fundraiser in support of this theater dedicated to American musicals.

The evening features a cocktail reception, live and silent auctions, dinner and performance by Smuin dancers. 6 p.m. March 1.

Walnut Creek Library Foundation "Authors, Artists & Adventure" is the theme of the fifth Authors Under the Stars fundraiser featuring a cocktail reception, silent auction and dinner with 20 notable Bay Area authors. 6:30 p.m. March 8.

Seeds of Transformation, A Celebration of Sustainability features a cocktail reception and seated dinner inside the cathedral, as well as a talk by chef Michael Chiarello and chef-food activist Bryant Terry.