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Green Goes with Everything
What: Local green lifestyle advocate Sloan Barnett launches guide for implementing earth-friendly practices into everyday living.
Why: Life is not a dress rehearsal.
When: You feel like cleaning up your act.
Where: Online at amazon.com.

NIBBLE
Sprinkles Cupcakes
What: SoCal purveyor of designer cupcakes launches first Bay Area shop with signature flaves like chai latte and chocolate marshmallow.
Why: Treat yourself.
When: Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 363 Stanford Shopping Center, at Plum Ln., Palo Alto (650-323-9300).

SCHMOOZE
Balboa Cafe Mill Valley
What: The Marina’s PlumpJack landmark opens second watering hole in Marin with favorites like the baguette burger and chicken paillard.
Why: See and be scene.
When: Lunch and dinner daily.
Where: 38 Miller Ave., at Sunnyside Ave., Mill Valley (415-381-7321).

HEAR
The New Year
What: Catch the indie rock band from Texas as they jam on their countrywide tour.
Why: Make it your resolution.
When: Thurs. Doors open at 8:30 p.m.
Where: Bottom of the Hill, 1233 17th St., at Missouri St. (415-621-4455). Tickets online at tktit.com.

GO
36th Annual San Francisco Blues Festival
What: Nosh on New Orleans-inspired grub; sip microbrews; and hear Hot Tuna, Elvin Bishop, and scores of other renowned musicians perform live.
Why: Blues cues.
When: Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. See event schedule.
Where: Fort Mason, Great Meadow, Marina Blvd., at Laguna St. Info at 415-979-5588. Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.

SLICE
Pizzeria Delfina
What: Pie mecca in the Mission gets a sibling in Pac Heights with the opening of Craig and Anne Stoll’s second location dishing classic crusts and gelato in brioche.
Why: Take another little pizza my heart.
When: Sun.-Thurs., 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.
Where: 2406 California St., at Fillmore St. (415-440-1189).