Julian Castro

Monday, Jan. 7, 6 p.m.
The Commonwealth Club (595 Market St.)
At the Democratic National Convention in September, San Antonio’s young mayor, Julian Castro, gave a spirited keynote speech that served as a heads-up that another up-and-coming leader was on the scene. Find out if he can be as inspiring in his speech in San Francisco. $15–$45, 415-597-6705, www.commonwealthclub.org