EVENTS
A Market of Treasures
Through Friday: Jewelry designers and goldsmiths Richard Kimball and Kathleen Brennan showcase their collection of jewelry and works of art at their new location, noon-7 p.m. 3320 E. Second Ave., Cherry Creek North, 303-388-6624
BENEFITS & DONATIONS
DenverWorks
Wednesdays: The nonprofit accepts gently used clothing for low-income men and women to use for interviews and job placement, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 303-433-0300 ext. 103,
Strut
Through Dec. 31: Customers who donate $10 or more to the Tennyson Center for Children will receive a $15 gift certificate to the women’s boutique that carries shoes, accessories and more. The Tennyson Center provides treatment and education for abused, neglected and at-risk youths. 3611 W. 32nd Ave., 303-477-3361,
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,
OPENINGS
Soft Surroundings
The store, offering women’s fashions, beauty products and home furnishings, recently opened in Park Meadows. 8405 Park Meadows Center Drive, Suite 1040, Lone Tree, 303-708-8132,
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.
