Next up was Zion National Park, also in southwest Utah. Zion is one of the nation’s most popular parks, with its unsurpassed ...

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Ergo, now more than ever, the must-sees are not the films you’ve heard the most about — it’s pretty much a tautology. You ...

America’s natural beauties never disappoint. My husband and I recently returned from a tour of three national parks: Bryce ...

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, ...