Happenings.

It would appear that there's a whole lot going on in the arts & crafts center of the world this weekend, and not just here in San Francisco! And I don't know about the rest of you, but here in San Francisco, the weekend really kicks off on Thursday evening! Here's a look at some things going on around the country that might just be in your neck of the woods:


Rare Device Presents "Everything You Need Can Grow" • San Francisco: June 4
Lisa Congdon & Rena Tom of Rare Device present "Everything You Need Can Grow", new work by Christopher David Ryan. A fun little cocktail party hosted by two of the cities finest gals. Check out Christopher's new art and book at Rare Device, Thursday, June 4 at 7 - 9pm.


Renegade Craft Fair • Brooklyn: June 6 & 7
The Renegade Craft Fair hits Brooklyn, NY, on June 6 + 7. The fifth annual event will take place from 11am - 7pm in McCarren Park. Over 300 artists are traveling from all over the country and abroad to participate and sell their handmade goods: from clothing and accessories, to stationery and concert posters, with everything from bath products and ceramics in between. The outdoor fair is free to the public!



Studio 3579 Presents New Work From Annie Galvin • San Francisco: June 6
Annie Galvin has done it again, and has painted an entire series of another California icon - this time the flag of our great state of California. These paintings will make their debut at Studio 3579 on Saturday, June 6th, with an opening slated for 6 - 9pm. Light refreshments will be served.


Bay Area Pottery Posse @ MudFire Gallery • North Decatur, GA: June 6
MudFire Gallery will showcase the work of the Bay Area Pottery Posse, a group of of eight talented women potters of the San Francisco Bay area. This gallery show is curated by Diana Fayt, and presents new works from artists Christa Assad, Whitney Smith, Sara Paloma, Rae Dunn, Josie Jurczenia, Sara Kagan and Diana Fayt. The exhibit opens June 6, 2009 with a reception from 5 - 9pm, and continues through July 3, 2009.


POP NOIR, Southern Exposure's Annual Fundraiser + Art Auction • San Francisco: June 6
The Southern Exposure Auction is always a great evening of interesting art, people, food and open bar with amazing (and affordable!) art by the most talented folks around. This year Pop Noir is being held at Electric Works, June 6 with the Preview Event from 6-7:30pm, and the Main Event from 7:30 - 10:30pm. For more information about the auction and directions, visit Southern Exposure.