July Events list Jul. 9 Handmade Nation Vancouver Premier at Rio Theatre (1660 E. Broadway). Join us for a craft showcase featuring Vancouver's handmade artists, an intro to the film by Faythe and a Q&A session to follow. 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door (if any left) For more information, please contact Andrea or Rob at www.gotcraft.com. Jul. 9 Acquired Taste - A Carnival of the Senses at the Canvas Lounge (99 Powell St.). This jam packed event benefitting ?YouCo Aids Society will feature delectable treats, swanky cocktails, an art exhibition, a silent auction and balloon auction and a variety of dazzling and astounding talent including aerialists, fire spinners, belly dancers, Miss Gay Vancouver, burlesque performances, Cuban Salsa dancers, singers, jugglers and much more. Tickets - $40 pre-booked or $50 at the door - can be purchased through YouthCO (www.youthco.org). Jul. 12 Got Craft at Little Mountain Gallery (195 E. 26th). Reduce your carbon shop-print by buying local and support our handmade revolution. Vancouver's largest indie craft fair has gone bit sized featuring a bakers dozen of local and handmade goodies including clothing and jewellery. Admission by donation to the Vancouver Craft Mafia. For vendor vios and information visit the website at www.gotcraft.com. Jul 17,18,19 Collective Soul at Woven Studios (2B - 1275 Venables). This studio officially opens its doors to the public. We'll be offering our guests nibbles and drinks, a sneak peak at Fall 2009, and the opportunity to snatch up some fantastic deals at this exclusive summer sale for the local brands you've grown to love. Fri. 3-8, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 12-5. For more information contact Tiffany Ho at 604-537-8433 or tiffany@wovenagency.com. Jul. 26 Portobello West Fashion and Art Market at Rocky Mountaineer Station (1755 Cottrell St.). Find your style at this London style market with over 110 local fashion designers and artisans. Shop for one-of-a-kind fashion and art. Noon - 6. $2 admission, children under 12 free. For more information go do www.portobellowest.com. Aug. 9 Got Craft at Little Mountain Gallery (195 E. 26th). Reduce your carbon shop-print by buying local and support our handmade revolution. Vancouver's largest indie craft fair has gone bit sized featuring a bakers dozen of local and handmade goodies including clothing and jewellery. Admission by donation to the Vancouver Craft Mafia. For vendor vios and information visit the website at www.gotcraft.com. Aug. 21,22,23 Spend On Trend at the Scotiabank Dance Center (677 Davie St.). Check out local designers' new fall fashions. The first 25 in line receive a gift bag including a copy of Fashion Magazine. Fri. 5-9, Sat. 10-7 and Sun. 11-6. Tickets $5 at the door or $3 in advance through www.spendontrend.eventbrite.com. For more information go to www.spendontrend.com. Aug. 30 Portobello West Fashion and Art Market at Rocky Mountaineer Station (1755 Cottrell St.). Find your style at this London style market with over 110 local fashion designers are artisancs. Shop for one-of-a-kind fashion and art. Noon-6pm. $2 admission, children under 12 free. www.portobellowest.com