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Contemporary Crafts Market, June 8-10, 10am-6pm

Whether you’re into bags, baskets, glass, gourds, jewelry, metal, sculpture or furniture, there is something awaiting you at this year’s Contemporary Crafts Market. Highly skilled artisans offer an array of handcrafted art for viewing and purchase. The only problem? Too many great things to choose from, too little money in the bank. This is one event at the Civic that is not to be missed.

Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, 1855 Main Street, 310.285.3655, $7

SuperSMASH, June 9, noon-5pm

Come one, come all, to SMASH school’s annual family carnival and fundraiser. SuperSMASH features a silent auction, live music, food booths, games, rides, a water slide and more, more, more. Be ready to have fun all the while helping the alternative school earn always-needed funds.

SMASH, 2525 5th Street, 310.396.2640, free

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