EVENTS
Element
Today: Holiday trunk show of Ashley Schenkein Jewelry, 5-7 p.m. Ten percent of proceeds benefit The Delores Project, an overnight shelter and resource center for homeless women. 1426 Larimer St., 303-525-1489,
Goldyn
Today: The Woods fine jewelry trunk show, 3- 9 p.m. 2040 W. 30th Ave., 303-903-7601;
Carol Mier Fashion
Friday: Holiday wear and gifts by local designers. Third Friday Artwalk: noon-8 p.m. 1754 Santa Fe Drive, 303-446-0117,
A Market of Treasures
Fridaydec. 16-Dec. 23: Jewelry designers and goldsmiths Richard Kimball and Kathleen Brennan showcase their collection of jewelry and works of art at their new location on the second floor, noon-7 p.m. 3320 E. Second Ave., Cherry Creek North, 303-388-6624
Richard Lindsay trunk show
Saturday & Sunday: Handmade silver and mixed metal jewelry with semi-precious stones by the Santa Fe jeweler and designer who will be in attendance, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Rabbit Brush Gallery, 7504 Hygiene Road, Hygiene, 303-651-1106
BENEFITS & DONATIONS
Elbert County Coalition for Outreach
Through Wednesday:Elizabeth Family Dental is accepting donations of new and gently used coats, hats, mittens, gloves, scarves, warm socks, sweaters or cash to be donated to the ECCO for local families in need. Call for drop-off appointment. Located in the Safeway Shopping Center, 210 S. Elizabeth St., Elizabeth, 303-646-6336
Coats for Cubs
Through April 22: Donate fur apparel at any Buffalo Exchange location to be used to comfort orphaned and injured wildlife. Call or visit the website for locations. 866-235-8255,
CLASSES
Young Colors
Tuesday& Dec. 22: “Sugar Cookie Decorating Party,” 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 2827 E. Third Ave., 303-495-3888
CONTESTS
Quilting design contest Through June 1: Swarovski Elements hosts its inaugural “Create Your Style” art quilting design contest to encourage quilters to use unique materials in their traditional quilt designs. Applications must be submitted by June 1. Thirty semifinalists will be chosen, and 10 will be selected to attend the 2012 Quilt Festival in November, where the top three winners will be announced.
UPCOMING
Claire Pettibone trunk show
Jan. 6-8: 2012 Beau Monde Collection of wedding gowns. By appointment only, with the designer. The Little White Dress Bridal Shop, 3420 W. 32nd Ave., 303-814-8972
Mail info to Fashion Calendar, The Denver Post, 101 W. Colfax Ave., Suite 600, Denver, CO 80202; fax 303-954-1679; e-mail living@denverpost.com.
