Trunk Show: Blush Occasions will hold a trunk show of the fall 2011 and spring 2012 collections from Kenneth Pool, Sept. 10-11. Reserve a viewing by calling 604-925-3218 or emailing 604-925-3218. Blush is at 1403 Bellevue Ave. in West Vancouver.
Girly Bling and Fashion Fling: Donations of gently worn ontrend fashions and accessories (women's only) are wanted for this fundraiser that will take place Saturday, Sept. 17, 1-4 p.m. at North Shore Neighbourhood House. Clothing donations accepted during office hours at the front desk, 225 East Second St., North Vancouver. On event day: bring your friends to this giant clothing sale, get a new look and help the house. Silent auction, makeovers and more. Proceeds from this event will support NSNH's Healthy Family Initiatives. Visit www. nsnh.bc.ca for details.
Through the Looking Glass, an exhibition of works in fibre, takes place at the Seymour Art Gallery from Sept. 6 to 18. The exhibit is presented by the member organizations FibreEssence, The Vancouver Guild of Fibre Arts, and the Greater Vancouver Weavers and Spinners Guild. The gallery is at 4360 Gallant Ave. in the heart of Deep Cove.
Thrifty Chic: The Thrift Shop at Mount Seymour United Church (1200 Parkgate Ave. (just off Mt. Seymour Pkwy.) is open every Thursday from 2 to 8 p.m. Summer stock has arrived. Half-price sale: Aug. 11 and 18 from 2 to 8 p.m. Closed Aug. 25. Opens Sept. 1 with new fall fashions.
Spend on Trend: Vancouver's original fashion market is back to unveil new fall collections before they hit the stores, Sept. 16-18 at Heritage Hall. Shop independent designers like Elroy, Dru's Design, Bronsino, North Vancouver's Toodlebunny, Bueno Style, Filou and more. Better still: the first 25 people in line each day receive a stylish swag bag. Hours are 5-9 p.m. Friday, 1 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.n. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $5 with part proceeds to benefit the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Tickets are available at the door and online at www. spendontrend.com.
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