Luce e Colore: La Bella Notte Italiana

Raise your glass as a toast to one of the youngest artists ever collected by the Gibbes during this winter fête celebrating Charleston painter Jill Hooper’s latest exhibition, “Jill Hooper: Contemporary Realist.” Enjoy Italian aperitivos from Oak Steakhouse, drink vino, and sway to live music from Julep and Ron Wiltrout. For an extra $45, join the VIP party from 7 to 8 p.m. with Hooper and special guest Charles Wadsworth. Gibbes Museum of Art, 135 Meeting St. Friday, 8-11pm. $70; $40 Society 1858 member. (843)722-2706, www.gibbesmuseum.org