FASHION WEEK
The hottest looks for fall/winter 2015 will grace the runways during Vancouver Fashion Week, March 16-22, at the Queen Elizabeth Plaza, 649 Cambie St., Vancouver. The bi-annual seven-day event brings together designers and industry professionals from around the world. An opening gala on March 16 will kick off the event. For tickets and info, visit vanfashionweek.com.
DRESS DRIVE
Sofiabella Tween Clothing Boutique is collecting gently used dresses for Grade 7 students in North Vancouver who may not have the means to purchase formal wear for their elementary school farewell celebrations. Accessories and shoes in good condition will also be accepted. Donations can be dropped off at 3068 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver, until March 29.
TEXTILE EXHIBIT
West Vancouver's Anni Hunt and Freda Pagani and North Vancouver's Catherine Nicholls and Michelle Sirois-Silver are among the 25 B.C. textile artists exhibiting work in a travelling exhibit of contemporary textile art entitled Mended. Put on by the Surface Design Association of B.C. and Yukon, the exhibit runs March 17 to May 15 at the Italian Cultural Centre, 3075 Slocan St., Vancouver.
LIONS GATE QUILTERS
Guild meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew's and St. Stephen's Presbyterian Church, 2641 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver. New members welcome. 604-926-7098 or lionsgatequiltersguild.com
THRIFTY CHIC
The Thrift Shop at Mount Seymour United Church (1200 Parkgate Ave.) is open Thursdays, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Half price sale on selected goods every week. mtseymourunited.com
