Notable Now Vancouver: September 19, 2014

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Vancouver Fashion Week (to September 21, Queen Elizabeth Theatre Plaza)
Vancouver Fashion Week has taken the city by stylish storm and is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together buyers, media, celebrities, industry professionals and designers from around the world to celebrate creativity and fashion. Catch the last few days of fashion shows this weekend and stay for a few after parties. For the full schedule and details, click here

L’Abbatoir opens new private space (217 Carrall Street)
Gastown’s award-winning L’Abbatoir restaurant has just expanded its space to include a swanky new private room located at 1 Gaoler’s Mews. Head down to check out the brand new 1200-square foot dining space and, while you’re at it, pay the bar a visit and taste a few offerings from their buzzed-about cocktail list courtesy of Head Barman Shaun Layton. For details on the new addition, click here.

MERCATO: Italian Night Market in Vancouver (September 19, East 12th at Slocan)
Don’t miss this Friday night’s second Italian Night Market at the Il Centro Italian Cultural Centre. This market is loaded with good you’ll want to check out, not to mention indulge in. Handmade pasta, Italian cuisine, live music and local artisan work is all on tap from 3-7pm. For more details, click here.

Oktoberfest by Steam Whistle Brewing (Imperial, 319 Main Street)
Kick off 40 days of Oktoberfest fun and head to Imperial this Saturday for a huge party presented by Steam Whistle Brewery. Dust off your dirndl or lace up your lederhosen and get ready for a full day fuelled by fun and a lot of good brew. They’ll be handing out prizes, giving out merchandise for the best #steinselfies, and more.  For details and ticket info, click here.

4th Annual Fraser Valley Cork and Keg (September 19, Cascades Casino Resort)
Check out the 4th Annual Fraser Valley Cork & Keg Festival at the Cascades Casino Resort today for a full-on food and wine fix. This annual event features local food and wine vendors with over 300 different types of wine, beer and spirits to satisfy you. Catch live entertainment, indulge yourself at the oyster bar and much more.

Come sample some of the best from local and international wines, craft and premium beers and artisan foods available – all included in the ticket cost.

Coming up: The Art & Craft Social (September 24, 2206 Main Street)
Hot Art Wet City is presenting the ultimate stitch n’ bitch crafternoon next week and space is limited. HAW provides the chairs, tables and space; anyone interested in attending and mingling just needs to show up with a small creative project to work on. The event is an opportunity to bring together a cross-section of makers, crafters, artists, and designers for a night of creating, collaborating and socializing. For more details, click here.

 

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