This weekend marks the birthday of Jackie O, the death of Van Gogh, and the eighteenth anniversary of Cherry Garcia ice cream. Lots to be grateful for.

HEAR
AfroFunk Music Festival
What: African musicians groove to benefit the Save the Children fund for kids in Darfur, Sudan.
Why: Sure beats teeny-bop pop.
When: Fri. & Sat., 9 p.m.
Where: Elbo Room, 647 Valencia St., b/t 17th & 18th Sts. (415-552-7788). Tickets at ticketweb.com.

EAT
In the Kitchen with Lisa Culinary Excursion
What: A behind-the-scenes trip to the farmer’s market, plus a three-course lunch paired with current releases from Forth Vineyards at Seasons Restaurant.
Why: Dine like a first lady.
When: Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Meet at the concierge desk at the Four Seasons, 757 Market St., b/t 3rd & 4th Sts. (415-806-5970).  

Chouquet’s New Brunch Menu
What: Eggs benedict, quiche Lorraine, and chocolate brioche.
Why: A St. Tropez vacay isn’t in the cards.
When: Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Chouquet’s, 2500 Washington St., at Fillmore St. (415-359-0075).

BUY
Lilja and Talla Sample Sale
What: Adorable knitwear and accessories up to 80 percent off.
Why: Deals so good you’d give your left ear.
When: Thurs., 6-9 p.m.
Where: 1663 Mission St., b/t S. Van Ness Ave. & 13th St., ste. 555 (415-626-8960 or liljadesigns.com).

Love Bazaar Sale
What: Merch from boutiques like Riley James, Behind the Post Office, and Dylan at ridiculously low prices.
Why: As good as a cherry on top.
When: Sun., 1-7 p.m.
Where: Milk, 1840 Haight St., b/t Stanyan & Shrader Sts. (415-601-0129). For free entry,  R.S.V.P. to lovebazaar@gmail.com.