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Drink & Draw
Enjoy a casual creative session at the Perspective Café where a purchase provides access to drawing materials. Café tables are lined with paper so guests can sketch, doodle, or craft a small masterpiece right on the tabletop while sipping a drink. The atmosphere is laid back and welcoming for every skill level, from first timers to experienced artists. Museum admission is required, and the activity is complimentary with a purchase from Perspective Café.
Asheville Art MuseumRene Russell
Shamrock Irons presents a relaxed Father’s Day afternoon of live music in downtown Asheville with Rene Russell. A seasoned singer songwriter with over four decades on stage, Russell weaves Americana, folk, acoustic rock, and bluegrass touches into an eco-influenced folk rock style. Her distinctive percussive work on a 12-string guitar creates layered acoustic textures with warm rhythms and reflective, story-driven songs that emphasize connection. The pub will be pouring cold drinks, a full food and drink menu will be available, and a $13 whiskey-and-pint special is featured for the occasion. Expect an easygoing vibe, good company, and no cover.
Shamrock Irons Irish PubNintendo Switch Tournament
Get ready for a Nintendo Switch showdown featuring Nintendo Switch Sports: Tennis in a two-person team format. Expect lively guest commentary from Min McWIlliams alongside local comedians, adding playful roasts between points and keeping the competition entertaining. It is a friendly setting to meet fellow players and compete for prizes. Entry is $10 cash per person. To pre-register, email rsvp@xwithintention.com. For questions or to suggest games for future dates, DM @x.withintention on IG. More dates and game lineups are planned.
Urban Orchard Cider Co. South SlopeReggae Sunday with Chalwa
Chalwa brings a rootsy reggae session to French Broad River Brewery, mixing deep rhythms and spirited jams for a high energy, one of a kind show. This eight-member mountain reggae group layers smooth vocals with percussion, bass, lead guitar, keys, and saxophone, performing a wide range of original songs alongside tributes to Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Burning Spear, Bunny Wailer, Jerry Garcia, and the Grateful Dead. The brewery welcomes families and dogs, and serves house craft beer and seltzer along with options like local cider, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.
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