Brussels-based, Jewish writer Nancy Minsky will be coming home to Portland for this summer fashion event. Minsky will talk about her book, "Denim Revolution: Dozens of Ways to Turn Denim Cast-Offs into Fashion Must-Haves," and lead participants through a do-it-yourself tote-bag project. 1-3 p.m. Buffalo Exchange, 1420 SE 37th Ave. 503-234-1302.