On October 2, the Human Needs Project (HNP) used the occasion of its 10th anniversary to spotlight some of the world’s most marginalized people. The “Voices of Kibera” event raised awareness of the needs of the residents of Kibera, a large and impoverished neighborhood in Nairobi, Kenya, which constitutes the largest urban slum on the…

Connie Nielsen Leads Human Needs Project 10th Anniversary Fundraiser

SF Chamber’s 2024 Spark Conference Ignites Leadership Power

On October 9 the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with global consulting firm Accenture, invited the Bay Area’s future tech and business leaders to the Spark Conference to network and nosh at the Accenture Innovation Hub located in Salesforce Tower. Attendees gathered at the Innovation Hub, where they met their peers and explored…
Exploratorium’s Annual Benefit Offers Fabulous Family Playdate

San Francisco’s beautiful Exploratorium was the bayside setting for a day of family fun on October 6. Over 250 kids, parents and grandparents joined in on the fun and embarked on an expedition of the Bay. Together, they shared an unforgettable afternoon of play and discovery. Festivities kicked off with a reception in Fisher Bay…
ODC Dancers Usher in Fall with Spectacular Soiree

It was a perfect autumn day in Napa Valley on the beautiful grounds of the di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art, when lovers of dance gathered to celebrate one of the Bay Area’s most innovative dance troupes. ODC hosted its annual Fall for Art fundraiser on September 29, treating guests at the intimate affair to…
Peninsula Volunteers Shake It Up with Beatles-Themed Fundraiser

It was standing room only on the dance floor September 14, as Peninsula Volunteers, Inc. (PVI) hosted its most important sponsors and supporters at a lavish fundraiser with a throwback theme. “GET BACK”… A BEATLES BASH was held at a private estate in Woodside, and offered lucky guests the kind of lavish perks the Fab…
San Francisco Symphony Celebrates New Season with Beautiful Black and White Fete

Guests provided the main pops of color at SF Symphony’s season-opening gala on September 25. After the black and white carpet arrivals, guests transitioned into the hall, which had been transformed by McCalls Catering and Events into a sleek and classic space with a gorgeous black and white palette. Special guests enjoyed a preconcert VIP…