It seems everyone took a bit of a break from the craft show scene after the holidays, but spring is on it’s way (or so I’m told) and with that hope, so comes the need for a little more shopping :)
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Whistler, BC: Whistler Winter Arts Festival
“The Whistler Winter Arts Festival, February 1 to 28, 2011, is an annual month-long showcase of the performing arts, literary events, film screenings, snow sculpting, art exhibitions and street performances.” This weekend, there’s an added element as the Whistler community celebrates the first anniversary of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic games. Get your Canada mittens and remember the spirit of the 21st Winter Olympics!
If you’re in the Vancouver area, there are many anniversary celebrations taking place – check here for a great list!
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Calgary: Market Collective
The Market Collective in Calgary was, according to their website, “created to strengthen the art community in Calgary by showcasing the works of local artists, artisans and musicians”. This independent show includes live music and a featured artist for each market. This time, it’s Jennifer Kitagawa (photographer and haiku master) and Canadian musician Daniel Huscroft.
The old Ant Hill Building, Kensington area, Calgary
148 10 Street NW
February 12 & 13, 2011 (10 am – 6 pm Saturday, 11 am – 5 pm Sunday)
Admission – $3 or food bank donation
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Montreal: Foire de la Saint Valentin – Valentine Artisans Fair
Montreal’s Foire de la Saint Valentin, presented by Old Skool Crafts, is a free admission event with a wide variety of local artisans. They even have a kids craft room, and face painting to help entertain them while you shop!
February 12th – 13th
11 am – 6pm
St. Michael’s Church
105 St. Viateur W. Corner St. Urbain
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Toronto: Erotic Arts and Crafts Fair
Fair warning – Don’t click the link unless you’re prepared to see things that you might expect to find in the bedroom of consenting adults (some images NSFW unless you have a super understanding boss!) Taking place just 2 days before Valentine’s Day, it’s a fair bet that there will be some folks looking for a little extra-special gift for the love in their lives at this event.
From their website: “Knitters, crafters, zinesters, card makers, and artists of all types will be creating erotic objects for this one day celebration of DIY sex and romantic culture.”
Gladstone Hotel (1214 Queen St. West)
Saturday, February 12th, 2011 from noon to 8 pm.
Admission is free!
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If you know of any upcoming events that we should feature here at C+H, send us an email at events@canadianhandmade.ca and we’ll gladly share the love!
Cheers,
~Sarah
