This Weekend: DIY Art Shows for All Ages
Allison Moore clay art at Nature Consortium’s Art Mart
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Punk Rock Flea Market
Saturday, December 8
Noon-8pm
At this twice yearly event in Belltown, you’ll find handmade, DIY, and found vintage treasures. There’s sure to be plenty of men’s and women’s vintage clothes and accessories, plus handmade jewelry and art. Bring your own bag for shopping and a dollar for admission. While you’re in the neighborhood, also check out the DIY Holiday Fair less than a mile away. More info
Nature Consortium Art Mart
Thursday, December 13
6-9pm
Not technically this weekend, but we couldn’t help but mention. Stop by our gallery during West Seattle Art Walk for handmade ceramics, jewelry, and winter accessories. Potter and tile-maker Allison Moore will show her beautifully vibrant ocean-themed bowls, mugs, and tiles. And of course, come for the live music. More info
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DIY Holiday Fair
Saturday, December 8th
11am-5pm
This event at the Vera Project is a double whammy. In addition to having a host of local crafts for sale, live performances, bake sale, and interactive arts, the DIY Holiday Fair also supports youth artists at the Vera Project, Seattle’s all-ages art and performance space, and Hollow Earth Radio, a DIY free internet radio station. Learn more
Youth Speaks Seattle Poetry Slam
Saturday, December 8th
6:30-10pm
Youth Speaks Seattle is an outlet and a showcase of the amazing youth poets in our city. This is the first of four events in which Seattle’s young talent will compete for a spot on the official team to represent our city at Brave New Voices, the premier international youth poetry competition. Proceeds from the event will help send the team to the international competition in Chicago next year. Learn more