We’re not in Kansas anymore.
HARMONIZE
The Wizard of Oz Sing-Along at The Castro Theatre
What: Belt out “Somewhere over the Rainbow” with other fans of the classic film at this evening that starts with vocal warm-ups and ends with goodie bags.
Why: Sometimes you’re a good witch; sometimes you’re a bad witch.
When: Fri.-Mar. 31, 7 p.m.; additional shows at 2 p.m. on Sat. & Wed.
Where: 429 Castro St., b/t 17th & 18th Sts. (415-621-6120). Tickets ($10-$15) online at ticketweb.com.
GUZZLE
Whiskies of the World Expo
What: Sample more than 100 whiskeys and artisanal foods, while experimenting with pairing the beverage with chocolate and cigars.
Why: Up your booze IQ with a free master class.
When: Sat., 6-10 p.m.
Where: Hornblower Yacht, Pier 3 at The Embarcadero (408-225-0446). Tickets ($110) online at whiskiesoftheworld.com.
OGLE
Balenciaga and Spain
What: Hamish Bowles, European editor-at-large of Vogue, guest curator of the De Young’s latest fashion exhibit, which looks at Spanish culture and its influence on Cristóbal Balenciaga, haute couture maestro.
Why: Look to pieces like the mid-’50s capelet-collared red evening coat for ways to brighten up your own wardrobe.
When: Sat.-July 4.
Where: 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr., Golden Gate Park (415-750-3600). Tickets ($21 in advance; $25 at the door) online at famsf.org.
HELP
Toms Style Your Sole Event for Kids
What: The ecofriendly shoe company and the Oakland Museum of Children’s Art partner with Berkeley boutique Convert to host a styling party just for littles.
Why: Buy some Toms for kids, then donate $10 to MOCHA to get your kicks customized by a MOCHA artist.
When: Sat., 1-5 p.m.
Where: Convert, 1809b 4th St., b/t Virginia St. & Hearst Ave., Berkeley (510-649-9759).
DANCE
Artcade
What: This artsy party from Raw: Natural Born Artists is a soiree of the ages, complete with a film screening, fashion show, gallery, and dancing all night long.
Why: Ditch the paint-covered overalls — it’s cocktail attire.
When: Thurs., 7:30 p.m.
Where: 111 Minna Gallery, 111 Minna St., at 2nd St. (415-974-1719). Tickets ($10) online at rawartists.org or at the door.
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