@ Era Art Bar and Lounge, 19 Grand Avenue, Oakland. DJs Osco, Scott Free and Campbell will be spinning dance music for this popular party that will sell out. 5-10pm. http://www.heygirlproductions.com

@ Dance Mission Theater, 3316 24th Street. The politically themed ballet explores the question of what defines a hero in today’s society. 8-10pm continuing September 8 & 9. http://www.missionlocal.org

@ Multiple locations and activities will take place on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, September 9-11, in celebration of the New Year in the Jewish calendar. http://www.shaarzahav.org

@ Waterfront Hotel, 10 Washington Street, Oakland. Featuring music with Black Velveteen, there is no cover charge to attend. 9-11am. smcisaac@jdvhotels.com Oakland Pride & Festival @ Franklin Street, Oakland. Oakland Pride’s annual parade and festival. 10:30am-7pm. http://www.oaklandpride.org

@ The Starlight Room, Powell Street. Hosted by Donna Sachet, the event features a brunch and a troupe of entertainers. It is described as “The Greatest Drag Show in San Francisco,” and we agree that is is great! Two shows: 11am and 2pm. http://www.starlightroomsf.com

@ Jane Warner Plaza, 17th and Castro Streets. The event is one in the series sponsored by the Castro Community Business District. 1pm. http://www.castrocbd.org

@ Thirsty Bear Brewing Co., 661 Howard Street. The event is a monthly networking opportunity for people of all backgrounds and genders. 6-9pm. http://www.girlsintech.org

@ SF LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street. Team Q of the United Democratic Club will present this panel discussion featuring Elizabeth Gill of ACLU Northern California interviewed by journalist Joel Engardio. 6:30-8pm. http://www.sfcenter.org