What: The Women’s Building Celebration of Craftswomen. A unique opportunity to find gorgeous, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, fine crafts, and contemporary art. The show features over 200 artists over two weekends. When: November 28-29 & December 5-6, 2009 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Herbst Pavilion at Fort Mason Center in San Francisco Fort Mason Center is located at Buchanan Street and Marina Blvd. Parking: Paid lot at Fort Mason Why: This event benefits The Women’s Building, a multi-cultural community center where women and girls achieve self-sufficiency and pursue their dreams. Monies raised though the raffle, admission fees, and booth fees go to the organization. Programs offered by The Women’s Building include a free bilingual Spanish/English information and referral service, educational support for low-income adults, financial counseling, and community events that promote arts, culture, and discussion. The first women-owned community center in the U.S., the Women’s Building houses ten diverse community groups and has helped launch more than 160 women’s programs and initiatives in San Francisco. Tickets: Admission is $8.50 for adults, $6.50 for seniors and students, and free for children under 12. A two-day pass that can be used any two days on either weekend is $12. Info-Line/Email: 650-615-6838 or craftswomen@gmail.com Website: www.womensbuilding.org
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