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Artisan Markets & Craft Fairs In East Vancouver 2016

10 Nov

SnowflakeTis the season is upon us for an array of craft markets and artisan fairs. The collection of local talent is rather awe inspiring when you attend any of these events. If you are looking for a gift for a birthday, anniversary or Christmas, you are likely to find something at any one of these markets. You will find an array of items including art work, pottery, clothing accessories, baked goods, local spirits, gifts for that foodie in your life or beard kits for the man in your life. Of course, it goes without saying these markets are a great way to support local enterprising entrepreneurs.  Each market has its own unique feel, whether you are looking for a smaller market such as River District Winter Craft Fair or something on a bigger scale like Make It! At the PNE Fourm or Shiny Muddy Fuzzy.  We have set out below a rundown in date order of the upcoming markets in East Van for November and December. We will continue to update this list as we learn of more.  We hope you will join us in supporting local this holiday season.

NOVEMBER 2016

Nov. 18: 33rd Annual Britannia Christmas Craft Fair-Britannia Com Centre 3-8
Nov. 19: 33rd Annual Britannia Christmas Craft Fair-Britannia Com Centre 10-5
Nov. 20: River District Winter Craft Fair – 8683 Kerr Street 11-4
Nov. 20: BLIM – Heritage Hall 120-6

Nov. 25: Italian Indoor Christmas Market – Italian Cultural Centre 4-8
Nov. 25: June Hunter Holiday Studio Sale  2 – 7 pm
Nov. 25: Artisan Pottery Sale – Trout Lake Community Centre 4-9
Nov. 26: June Hunter Holiday Studio Sale 10 – 5
Nov. 26: Strathcona Winter Fair – Strathcona Community Centre 10-4
Nov. 26: Artisan Pottery Sale – Trout Lake Community Centre 9-4
Nov. 26: Renfrew Craft Fair – Renfrew Park Community Centre 10-3

Nov. 27: River District Winter Craft Fair 11 – 4
Nov. 27: June Hunter Holiday Studio Sale 10 – 5
Nov. 27: Artisan Pottery Sale – Trout Lake Community Centre 9-4
Nov. 27: Market For A Cause (Canucks Autism Network) – Heritage Hall 11-4

DECEMBER 2016

Dec. 2: Eastside Flea – 1024 Main Street 6-10 pm
Dec. 2: TOQUE: Western Front’s Annual Fundraiser & Craft Fair  6-10 pm
Dec. 3: Eastside Flea – 1024 Main Street 11-5
Dec. 3: Aboriginal Christmas Fair – 1607 East Hastings St. 10-5
Dec. 3: Artisan Market – Collingwood Neighbourhood House 11 – 4
Dec. 3: TOQUE: Western Front’s Annual Fundraiser & Craft Fair  11-5
Dec. 3: Odd Fellows Market – Wise Hall 10-4
Dec. 4: River District Winter Craft Fair 11-4
Dec. 4: Odd Fellows Market – Wise Hall 10-4
Dec. 4: Eastside Flea – 1024 Main Street 11-5
Dec. 4: Aboriginal Christmas Fair – 1607 East Hastings St. 10-5
Dec. 4: TOQUE: Western Front’s Annual Fundraiser & Craft Fair  11-5
Dec. 4: Vintage Handmade Society Pop Up – Art & Leisure

Dec. 8: Make It! – PNE Forum 11 am – 9 pm
Dec. 9: Make It! – PNE Forum 11 am – 9 pm
Dec. 10: Holiday Sip & Shop – The Aviary 12-4 pm
Dec. 10:  East Van Ham – The Hall: 1739 Venables Street 11-6
Dec. 10: Shiny Fuzzy Muddy – Heritage Hall
Dec. 10: Make It! – PNE Forum 10 am – 6 pm
Dec. 11: Shiny Fuzzy Muddy – Heritage Hall
Dec. 11: Make It! – PNE Forum 11 am – 5 pm

Dec. 17: Crafty Affaire – Croatian Cultural Centre 10-5
Dec. 17: Tugboat Landing Artisan Market – 2010 E. Kent Avenue 11 – 4
Dec. 17: Women’s Winter Faire – Heritage Hall 11-5
Dec. 17: Winter Craft Fair – Homestead Junction 10-5
Dec. 18: Women’s Winter Faire – Heritage Hall 11-5
Dec. 18: Winter Craft Fair – Homestead Junction 10-5
Dec. 18: Love It. Craft It. 2016 – The Aviary 10-5

 

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31st Annual Christmas Craft Fair At Britannia Secondary School November 21 – 23

20 Nov

2014_Britannia_Craft_Fair_PosterThe Britannia Christmas Craft Fair is back for its 31st year this weekend. The event will be held in Gyms A & B at Britannia Secondary School, 1001 Cotton Drive. You can expect to find a large array of handmade goods including Aboriginal artwork, jewellery, pottery, woodwork, celtic knots, food vendors and live entertainment.  Admission is $2, but children under 12 are free. The event is sponsored by the Britannia Community Education with all proceeds raised going to inner-city youth programs. The craft fair runs Friday, November 21st from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and on the Saturday & Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Holiday Craft Fair Kensington Community Centre December 7th

6 Dec

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You are invited to the 6th Annual Holiday Craft Fair this Saturday, December 7th at Kensington Community Centre, 5175 Dumfries Street. Kensington Community Centre is located at 37th Avenue & Knight Street and will host 58 vendors this Saturday.  You can expect to find lots of handmade and handcrafted items made by local residents. Some of many items available include jewellery, pottery, ceramics, cards, paintings, sculptures, bath and body products, Christmas décor as well as clothing, handbags, hair accessories and  much more.  There will be a food concession on site with soup, sandwiches, hot dogs, snacks and drinks. There will also be raffle and door prizes as well as a collection for the Vancouver Food Bank.   For your food bank donation, you will receive one free raffle ticket.  The craft fair gets under way at 10:00 a.m. and goes till 4:00 p.m. Free admission. 

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30th Annual Britannia Christmas Craft Fair Nov.15-17

15 Nov

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The Britannia Christmas Craft Fair is back for its 30th year this weekend. The event will be held in Gyms A & B at Britannia Secondary School, 1001 Cotton Drive. You can expect to find a large array of handmade goods including Aboriginal artwork, jewellery, pottery, woodwork, celtic knots, food vendors and live entertainment. There will also be a large KidZone as well as a Book Fair and a concession running all weekend long.  Admission is $2, but children under 12 are free. The event is sponsored by the Britannia Community Education with all proceeds raised going to inner-city youth programs. The craft fair runs Friday, November 15th from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 pm. and on the Saturday & Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Strathcona Community Garage Sale, Saturday, August 31st

30 Aug

StrathconaGarageSaleLooking for some unique finds?  Well this Saturday, you are in luck. Make your way down to MacLean Park in Strathcona to buy, sell or trade at the annual Strathcona Garage Sale.   You can expect to find vintage clothing, jewellery, collectibles,  furniture, vinyl, books, bikes, pottery, art and novelty items and much more.    The garage sale will take place on Hawks Avenue, focusing on the 700 and 800 blocks.  It will also extend westward along the park side of the 700-block of East Georgia Street.  For those not familiar with the area, residents recommend a stop at the Wilder Snail at 799 Keefer Street for a coffee before or after your shop.   Everyone is welcome.  Event gets under way at 10:00 a.m. and goes till 5:00 p.m.

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24 Hour Pottery Marathon Fundraiser Kicks Off June 14th

11 Jun

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You are invited to an Open House by the organizers of Pottery 24. This is a 24 hour marathon fundraiser of pottery making that kicks off this weekend. The event is being organized by JustPotters which is part of JustWorks, a Vancouver based non-profit organization that operates three social enterprises – Just Potters, JustCatering and JustRenos. JustPotters’ employees create and sell handmade pottery and crafts which help support their mandate. JustPotters is a pottery studio that was started in East Vancouver in 2006 and is part of a growing movement towards responsible consumption.   JustPotters is  proud to be a part of that movement.  They employ people who face barriers to work including addiction, physical limitations, or mental health challenges.

The public is invited to come to their Open House on Saturday, June 15th between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and tour the pottery studio which is located at 1803 East 1st Avenue.  If you wish to purchase their pottery to help support their mandate, you can do so at the Open House or at their booth on Commercial Drive during Car Free Day on Sunday, June 16th. They will be located by the corner of Commercial and 1st Avenue.   You can also purchase items from their online Catalog.

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