Have you heard about The Tony Wilson Experience?

On 21st June, over the course of 24 hours some of the biggest names in design, media and entertainment will debate, engage and challenge in an event staged in memory of the late Anthony H Wilson. An invited audience of up to 200 young creatives from Manchester and the surrounding area will be selected to take part by a panel of those involved in making the event happen.

Submissions are open until 27th May. Anyone wanting to be considered for a place should make a submission via the event website www.tonywilsonexperience.com.

When: 21st June 2008

Where: Urbis, Cathedral Gardens, Manchester, M4 3BG

More Info: www.tonywilsonexperience.com

Clutter City is a new alternative market for Norwich, selling one-of-a-kind goods from clothes and jewellery to art, music and much more. Based in the historic building of Norwich Arts Centre, this is a wonderful platform for creative independent crafters / artists / collectives to sell their work. The focus is on original, quirky and unique items.

The next event will take place on Saturday 24 May between 10am and 4pm.

For more information, please visit www.cluttercity.norwichartscentre.org.uk.

After the resounding success of the first Star And Shadow Market back in March, the organisers are now gearing up for a second installment. And this time it will be bigger and better than ever with 19 stalls showcasing new independent designers and a guest DJ from 1 ’til 4.

When: 4th May - this Sunday!
Where: Star and Shadow Cinema, Stepney Bank, Ouseburn (oppostie Tanners pub, 6 min walk from city centre)
How Often: Bi-monthly
More Info: The Event - www.myspace.com/ourmarket | The Venue - www.starandshadow.org.uk
I Want a Stall: Get in touch via MySpace.

The Glasgow Craft Mafia ladies are out in force this weekend with their hugely popular Hello April Market. If you’re looking for textiles, accessories, soap, art, stationery, homewares or jewellery, head over to Hillhead Library in Glasgow.

What: Glasgow Craft Mafia Hello April Market
When: Saturday 26th April, 10.30 to 4.00
Where: Hillhead Library, Byres Road, Glasgow
More Info: www.glasgowcraftmafia.com

If you find yourself anywhere near Glasgow this weekend, make sure you fit in a trip to the Glasgow Craft Mafia Mini Market. You’ll find the lovely Glasgow Craft Mafia familia selling their highly coveted handcrafted jewellery and accessories. The line up includes Hannah Zakari, Asking For Trouble, Cotton Candy Corsage and Natalie Farrell.

What: Glasgow Craft Mafia Mini Market: Jewellery & Accessories
When: Sunday 13th April, 1pm - 6pm
Where: Mono, King’s Court
More Info: www.glasgowcraftmafia.com

And Fresh on the Market is back for its third year. The team is currently looking for artists, designers and crafters to sell their wares. The City of Preston will be celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the town twinning with Almelo in Holland. The first market in April will coincide with the celebrations and so the city centre should be buzzing.

What: Contemporary Arts Market
When: 27th April, 1st June, 29th June, 27th July, 24th August, 28th Sept, 26th Oct, 23rd Nov, 21st Dec
Where: Large covered market, Earl Street, Preston

For further details and to apply for a stall please visit www.creativelancashire.org/freshcreative.asp.