24th Annual Japanese New Year Bell-Ringing Ceremony

Dec. 31, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Asian Art Museum
The striking of the 16th-century bronze bell is believed to be auspicious — 108 strikes, according to tradition, and the problems of 2012 may fade away. Free with museum admission ($5–$12), 415-581-3500, www.asianart.org