Fresh from a buying trip to the women-run co-operative workshops of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, Bingo Bill Exchange is back for its second pop-up at Chinatown Experiment (585 E. Broadway). Partial proceeds from the sale of beautiful cushions, ottomans, wool felt carpets and jewelry will benefit the Hope in Shadows photo project of the DTES community. Opening reception May 13 6-9pm; pop-up runs May 13-18. It is hosting another trunk show at its studio (1956 Parker) May 20 to 25, 10am to 6pm. BingoBillExchange.com
The Float House is now open in Kitsilano, at 1926 W. 4th. To celebrate, the sensory deprivation purveyor is offering a grand opening special: three 90-minute floats for $119, good at both Vancouver locations. FloatHouse.ca