Let’s hear it for the presidents!

DO
Saints & Sinners Wine Tasting
What: Light whites battle big reds.
Why: Take in some local color.
When: Fri., 7-10 p.m.
Where: Rosewood Bar, 732 Broadway St., at Stockton St. (415-665-5194). Tickets online at acteva.com.

Chocolate and Beer Tasting
What: Please the palate with Scharffen Berger delights and Chimay microbrews.
Why: It’s all in good taste.
When: Fri., 6:30-9 p.m.
Where: Cathedral Hill Hotel, 1101 Van Ness Ave., at Geary St. Call 415-776-8200 for reservations.

SEE
Gem of the Ocean
What: A man’s 285-year-old aunt sends him on a soul-searching journey for freedom.
Why: It’s gem dandy.
When: Thru Mar. 12.
Where: Geary Theater, 415 Geary St., b/t Taylor & Mason Sts. Tickets at 415-749-2228 or online at act-sf.org.

HEAR
The Matches
What: Oakland kids rock their self-released album.
Why: Matches made in heaven.
When: Sat., 7:30 p.m.
Where: Slim’s, 333 11th St., b/t Folsom & Harrison Sts. Tickets at 415-255-0333 or online at slims-sf.com.

BUY
Jonathan Adler Sale
What: The sleek designer’s coveted pottery, lamps, rugs, pillows, and bedding are up to 50 percent off.
Why: A home run for your humble abode.
When: Thru Feb. 28.
Where: 2133 Fillmore St., b/t California & Sacramento Sts. (415-563-9500).