Do good.
HELP
Haitian Earthquake Relief
What: Snack on hors d’oeuvres from Stella, Radius, and Dante (among others) while partaking in the open bar.
Why: One hundred percent of donations ($100 suggested) go to the Yéle Haiti foundation.
When: Tues., 6:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: Stella, 1525 Washington St., South End (617-247-7747).
Haiti Benefit at UpStairs on the Square
What: A continental breakfast (cinnamon buns, blueberry muffins), prix fixe lunch, or fete with Haitian-influenced small plates.
Why: Proceeds benefit Partners in Health relief efforts.
When: Mon. Breakfast, 8-10 a.m.; lunch, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; party, 6-9 p.m.
Where: 91 Winthrop St., Harvard Square (617-864-1933). Reservations recommended.
TASTE
Cookie Creations
What: Local chefs (Rachel Klein, Matthew Gaudet) create desserts inspired by classic Girl Scout treats (Samoas, anyone?) to support the organization’s Eastern branch.
Why: Have a friend Tagalong.
When: Thurs., 6-8 p.m.
Where: The Fairmont Copley Plaza, 138 St. James Ave., Back Bay (617-267-5300).
SIP
Tour de Champagne
What: Try more than twenty varieties of bubbly while nibbling treats from B & G Oysters, Rialto, and Asana and bidding on silent auction items.
Why: Proceeds benefit The Greater Boston Food Bank.
When: Sat., 7-10 p.m.
Where: The Charles Hotel, 1 Bennett St., Harvard Square (617-661-5000).
Rum Tasting
What: Sample eight varieties from Nantucket to India as you eat finger-lickin’-good apps.
Why: Rum for your money.
When: Mon., 5:30 p.m. (Go early. It’s first come, first served.)
Where: Redbones, 55 Chester St., Somerville (617-628-2200).
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