Getting an artsy start

Mildred Kinds's wire sculpture "Pop Stirs Pot" was inspired by her father, who, she says, "loves to be animated in the kitchen." The 15-year-old is one of many artists, ages 6-21, who donated their work for tonight's "Youth Shines! Art Auction" at the Boston Center for the Arts. The live and silent bidding war will feature jewelry, photography, paintings, sculpture, collage, and mixed-media pieces by young folks who participate in more than 40 independent South End and Lower Roxbury programs supported by the Youth Workers' Alliance. The Latin percussion band Kabluna will provide the music, and local caterers and restaurants will provide the food. 6 p.m. $50. Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont St., Boston. 617-442-9800. youthworkersalliance.org