Grow your Mo
Bring on moustache season: a time when even the most stylish can feel mo-growing shame, and the rugged Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»man achieves his mode-al zenith (whether he means to or not). Movember is here, marking a time when a mans facial hair proudly demonstrates his passion for prostate cancer prevention and other mens health initiatives. Starting with clean slate, participants register at and watch as their emerging Mos are sponsored by friends, coworkers and fans for the month of November, with funds going to programs run by Prostate Cancer Canada. But while Mo Bros attempt the natural (and unnatural), the Mo Sistas can join in by organizing or attending Movember parties, and by sporting one of these moustache bow ties (pictured), handmade in Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»by the ever-innovative Knot Theory ($15 at ). Supplied photo
World-class classical guitar
Considered one of the most gifted classical guitarists of the younger generation, Thomas Viloteau of France will be playing at the Spirit of Life Lutheran Church (375 10th Ave W.) on November 3 as part of the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»Classical Guitar Societys 2012-2013 concert series. Tickets for the 7pm show are $25. More information about Viloteau and the concert series can be found at .
submiT Vancouver
Flocks of art-savvy distingués will descend on the Yaletown Roundhouse Community Centre at 7pm on November 1 to mingle over limited-edition Tees designed by local artists. All proceeds raised through submiT, the one-night-only sale of these T-shirts, goes to imagine1day, a charity that works with primary school children in Ethiopia. Known for being a fun, laid-back event, submiT brings together artists, philanthropists, curious global citizens and party lovers while fostering interaction. The inaugural submiT event, held in July 2010, generated $7000 through T-shirt sales and donations, bringing together more than 400 people from across Vancouver. Lets just say that everyone who attended or was involved is now counting down the days to this years celebration, and hoping to hit the 2012 goal of $20,000. Tickets are $15 or $40 for admission + T-shirt, available at .
Christmas tradition
A local tradition since 1973, the Circle Craft Christmas Market attracts some 40,000 people each year, eager to discover the hundreds of creations by BC and Canadian artisans. Goods from more than 300 jury-selected wood turners, glass blowers, sculptors and potters, clothing and jewellery designers, toy makers, leather and metal workers will be on display from Nov. 7 to 11 at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»Convention Centre West. Tickets are $12 at the door or $10 online. Tickets are also available at Circle Craft Shop & Gallery, 1 - 1666 Johnston St., Net Loft, Granville Island. Full details at .