Strange brew.

REBEL
Beer & Nosh Notoberfest
What: Celebrate the month of October in an inspired way, with dishes from 4505 Meats, beer-infused ice cream from Humphry Slocombe, and brews from Valley Brewing Co.
Why: They said, no, no, no.
When: Sat., 1-5 p.m.
Where: Mars Bar, 798 Brannan St., at Seventh St. (415-621-6277). Tickets online at beerandnosh.com.

CONTRIBUTE
White + Warren and ISDA & Co. Sample Sale
What: Forty percent off White + Warren’s luxurious cashmere clothing and accessories, benefiting Marin County nonprofit Image for Success.
Why: It’s a philanshopic event.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: ISDA & Co. Outlet, 21 South Park, at Second St. (415-512-1610).

HELP
Il Cane Rosso Dinner for Soul Food Farm
What: A multicourse menu from uber chef Daniel Patterson’s resto to benefit the beloved farm, which recently caught on fire.
Why: Feed your soul.
When: Sun., seatings at 5:30 & 7:30 p.m.
Where: Ferry Building, at the Embarcadero (415-391-7599).

EXPLORE
Union Design Festival
What: Peruse wares from 130 independent clothing, accessories, and textile designers.
Why: A day in the Valley.
When: Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Hayes Valley Park, Hayes St., at Octavia St.

REVEL
Star Wars in Concert
What: A multimedia experience of galactic proportions, featuring a full symphony orchestra, choir, and edited footage from the films on an LED superscreen. Live narration by Anthony Daniels (C-3PO) ups the nerd factor by ten.
Why: Leia back and enjoy.
When: Sun., 2 & 7 p.m.
Where: HP Pavilion, 525 W. Santa Clara St., at Autumn St., San Jose (408-287-7070). Tickets online at apeconcerts.com.

DECORATE
Trove Annex Sale
What: A massive sale featuring up to 80 percent off designer furniture. It’s so big, in fact, that they had to take over the old Travelsmith space a few doors down.
Why: Buried treasures.
When: Fri.-Oct. 18.
Where: 1324 Tenth St. & 1310 Tenth St., Berkeley (510-525-7991).

Photo: Courtesy of Notoberfest