The bells and whistles of the Noise Pop festival manage to thoroughly round out the week's events and provide a satisfying respite from the standard mix of concerts. Case in point: Pop N' Shop, which took place this year on Saturday at the Verdi Club. Pop N' Shop was set up this year to feature over 40 Bay Area designers, artists, jewelry-makers, poets, crafters, etc. selling their wares, keeping consumption local and creating an unhurried social environment. The place was packed, and the vibe was very relaxed and friendly. The folks selling their items were lined up and down within any [...]