Shanti’s 41st Anniversary Dinner, Compassion is Universal, was a sprinkle of comedy, a twist of politics, a dash of “America’s Top Model,” a pinch of “Dancing with the Stars” and a heaping portion of kindness. The memorable evening took place Oct. 14. at The Palace in downtown San Francisco with 525 guests celebrating the organization that aims to provide direct support to San Francisco’s most vulnerable neighbors faced with a life-threatening illness.

Chanel Inc., known for its luxurious fashions and beauty products, is entering the Napa Valley wine business. It has agreed to buy St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery in Rutherford.

The luxurious all-suite Meadowood Spa, led by Director of Spa & Wellness Michael Conte, is scheduled to open at Meadowood Napa Valley on Nov. 2 for guests and members only.

An elegant crowd of dignitaries, philanthropists, artists and activists gathered on Oct. 10 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Museum of the African Diaspora. The evening gala, themed Finding the I in Diaspora, took place at both the museum and The St. Regis San Francisco.

The Frys.com Open is underway at the fabuous Silverado Resort and Spa in Napa. If you’re planning to check out the action on the links, you’ll definitely want to read our helpful, haute tips for how to best enjoy the experience.

Dita Von Teese was the muse of honor when Ken Fulk recently threw a party to toast renowned fashion illustrator David Downton and his new book, “David Downton Portraits of the World’s Most Stylish Women,” at his downtown loft, dubbed the Magic Factory.

We can’t believe it’s already been a year since Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry opened its second store at the Rosewood Sand Hill Hotel. To mark the first anniversary of its flagship boutique, Silicon Valley’s prestige jeweler is throwing a multi-faceted, two-day celebration that brings together fashion, horlogerie, exotic cars and philanthropy.

It’s that wonderful time of year when the signature San Francisco Fleet Week Air Show featuring the United States Navy Blue Angels provides us thrills from above for three consecutive days. From Oct. 9-11 we know you’ll want to take in the action and we’ve got five restaurants with terrific viewing.

Get ready Marin County! The Mill Valley Film Festival kicks off today (Oct. 8) and runs through Sunday, Oct. 18. For 11 delicious days, there will be films, panel discussions and musical performances.