Meet the Winemaker at Raleigh Wine Shop

Join The Raleigh Wine Shop for a special, FREE mid-week wine tasting, Their special guest will be winemaker Bradley Brown. He'll share his specialties - Pinot Noir and classic Rhone varietals from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM.all wines tasted will be offered at a discount!

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Make Plans Monday - Beer, Bourbon and Kirby Derby

So many cool events this week!  Make your plans!

Porter's Summer Beer Dinner - Join Porter's for a 4-course dinner paired with beers from Aviator Brewing on Wednesday, June 19th at 7 PM. The cost is $50 per person. Call 919-821-2133.

 

Bourbon Tasting - Reserve your spot for a bourbon tasting at Amra's on Thursday, June 20th at 7:30 PM. The cost is $20 and includes appetizers. Stick around afterwards, because Bull City Syndicate Express will take the stage at 9 PM!

Kirby Derby - On Saturday, June 22nd at 4 PM is the 12st Annual Kirby Derby! This year's theme in "Wonderland". Cheer on your favorite soapbox wagon or enter one yourself. check out their website for details.

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Father's Day specials and events

Happy Father's Day to all of the wonderful Dads out there! Today, Dads eat FREE at all Hibernian locations with the purchase of 3 entrees. If Dad is a golfer (and also loves a good beer) bring him to Tobacco Road Sports Cafe in Raleigh for a complimentary swing analysis starting at 2 PM from Golftec.  If Dad is a Jazz man, he'll love the jazz brunch over at The Oxford.

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Greek Night at Taverna Agora

Starting at 10 PM tonight, the place to be is Taverna Agora for Greek Night! There will be bouzouki music, belly dancing and authentic Greek cuisine. Opa!

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Friday Night Jazz

Looking to chill out this Friday evening? There is no shortage of jazz music in Raleigh! From 7 PM - 10 PM, enjoy In The Know Jazz Band at Jibarra. Also in schedule for tonight is the Gregg Gelb Duo at Bia from 6:30 PM - 10 PM and Side Car Social Club starting around 9 PM at C. Grace.

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Pizza, Pabst, Patios

This summer, all Carolina Ale House locations will offer $2.50 PBR and $5.99 specialty pizzas every Thursday from 4 PM - 10 PM. Sitting on their patio with a cold PBR sounds like a great way to cap off a Thursday!

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Zinda Celebtrity Bartender Event: Service Industry Showdown!

Owners of your favorite Raleigh restaurants will be pouring drinks at Zinda to support Haiti. the goal is to raise $15,000 to build a playground. from 5 PM - 9 PM today, a portion of the proceeds from the bar will go towads this goal, so drink up! Bartenders include:

G Patel, President, Eschelon Hospitality
Souheil Al Awar, Owner, Clockwork
Niall Hanley, Owner, Hibernian
David Sadeghi, Owner, Bolt Bistro & Bar
Billy Young, Partner/Attorney at Hatch, Little & Bunn

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Bad Decisions with AV Geeks

Who is ready for another night of old and unintentionally hilarious films with AV Geeks? I know I am! The doors open at 7:30 PM, so head to King's early for a delicious adult beverage before the show. The show starts at 8 PM and the suggested donation is $5.

Make Plans Monday - Homebrewing, wine making and Chippendales!

Upcoming beer and wine classes AND a Chippendales show!

Homebrewing 101 - If you are interested in brewing your own beer, Atlantic Brew Supply will hold an introductory class on Wednesday, June 12th at 6 PM. The class costs $25 and will last about 3 hours.

Italian Wine Class - The Wine Feed hosts a class on Italian winemaking while tasting six delicious wines on Thursday, June 13th at 7 PM. The cost is $20 and you can purchase tickets here.

Chippendales - If you are looking for a great Girls Night Out, look no further!  On Tuesday, June 18th at 8 PM, Noir will host the Chippendales Male Revue! Tickets are $14 in advance or $18 at the door.

Sunday Shenanigans

It's the last day of Triangle Restaurant Week, so check out the list of participating restaurants and try something new.

You can also feed your food truck addiction today - there will be a Food Truck Rodeo on Fayetteville Street from noon - 5 PM. There will be 50 trucks and plenty of local beer from Raleigh Brewing, Aviator and more!

If your wardrobe could use an update, head to the Visual Art Exchange for a clothing swap to benefit FashionSpark. The cost is $5 to participate, whether your bring clothes or not. Bring gently used clothes around 2 PM - 3 PM and then "shop" from 3 PM - 5 PM.

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