Who’s in town
Alex Salmond, the current first minister of Scotland and the first nationalist to be elected to the post, gives a talk. [6 p.m., Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.]
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Who’s in town Best-selling author George R.R. Martin talks about “A Dance With Dragons,” the fifth novel in his epic-fantasy series, “A Song of Ice and Fire.” [7 p.m., Fox Theatre, 2215 Broadway, Redwood City]Lectures Health care costs: Speakers explore the high costs of health care and how that hurts the people most in need. [6 p.m., Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F.] Read More
Who’s in town Comedian John Caparulo kicks off a string of shows at the Punch Line. [8 p.m., Punch Line Comedy Club, 444 Battery St., S.F.]Lectures Brian Michael Till: The author of “Conversations With Power” talks about what we can learn from powerful leaders about issues ranging from climate change to global economics. [6 p.m., World Affairs Council, 312 Sutter St., S.F.] Read More
San Francisco’s Museum of the African Diaspora has embraced Black History Month with passion. The museum’s wide range of commemorative music, art and history programs, scheduled throughout the month, even include hands-on activities for youth and families. Read More
On Thursday, Vanessa Getty and Samantha Traina hosted a party for the unveiling of the redesigned store on Maiden Lane. The 7,900-square-foot, three-story building was renovated under the direction of New York architect Peter Marino. Designer offerings include ready-to-wear, handbags, costume jewelry, shoes, watches and fragrances. Read More
