The benefit approach
Ten Thousand Villages, the nonprofit fair- trade store, is hosting a special after-hours shopping event to benefit the Domestic Violence Initiative for Women With Disabilities, 5-8 p.m. Tuesday. Shoppers will find a distinctive selection of rugs, jewelry, gifts and home décor from its artisan partners in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East. DVI assists victims/survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and caregiver abuse. 2626 E. Third Ave.,
Feline frenzy
The Dumb Friends League has at least 750 cats and kittens in need of homes so they are waiving adoption fees for cats 1 year and older this month. The free feline adoptions are offered at both shelters. Families that are unable to adopt may want to become a foster family and provide temporary care. The Quebec Street shelter is at 2080 S. Quebec St., Denver; the Buddy Center is at 4556 Castleton Court, Castle Rock. 303-751-5772,
Weekend marketplace
Handmade clothing for all ages, jewelry, live music and local food trucks are just a handful of the items offered at the SOBO Flea Market. The market is held every weekend from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission and parking is free. West 13th Avenue and Speer Boulevard, 303-333-SOBO (333-7626),
Organized time
The Container Store is offering several “Special Savings” options including 40 percent off selected storage and organization solutions. There’s also a “Go Organized! Travel Sale” through June 24 that includes luggage and packing options. Don’t miss the free Travel Demonstrations at 2 and 4 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday in which a $15 Store More Card will be given away at each presentation. College students may enter the “1,000 Dorm Room Makeover” sweepstakes to win a college dorm or apartment organization makeover. Stores are located at Park Meadows, Cherry Creek and FlatIron Crossing.
Light and fluffy
All candles and pillows are discounted 50 percent through Sunday at Sanctuary Home, LLC. Hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. 1635 Platte St., 303-433-8877, sanctuary
Free days this week
Saturday:Money Museum, Colorado Springs,
Sunday:Denver Museum of Nature & Science,
Each Monday, “Sale Insider” gives shoppers the inside scoop on store discounts and bargain events. Preference is given to retailers and events that have not been listed recently. To include a sale, e-mail living@denverpost.com.
