Ginger lovers, get your tickets to this year’s Ginger Explosion, scheduled for Wednesday, January 26th at PA’s Lounge (345 Somerville Ave, Union Sq, Somerville). Your $13 ticket will grant you entry, a complimentary ginger cocktail courtesy of Domaine de Canton and tastes of delish ginger dishes from the chefs at spots like KO Prime, Garden at the Cellar, Petit Robert Bistro, Bambara and Ronnarong Thai Tapas. Proceeds from the event, which runs from 6:30-8:30pm, support ArtsUnion (http://www.somervilleartscouncil.org/index.html), the local cultural council for the City of Somerville. Pick up your tickets online (http://gingerexplosion.eventbrite.com/).