• Pisgah Legal Services presents: An Evening for Kids Deserve Justice | Wednesday, May 31 | 4:30-7 p.m. | Salvage Station, 468 Riverside Dr., Asheville | $30 | Come together for local food, drinks, music, and family fun at this mainly outdoor event for all ages — proceeds will support Pisgah Legal’s Children’s Law Program.
• Well-Crafted Wednesdays Songwriter Series | Wednesday, May 31 | 6-8 p.m. | Taproom At Highland Brewing Co., 12 Old Charlotte Highway, Ste. 200, Asheville | Free | Listen to local artists perform original songs and crowd favorites in a show curated by Highland Brewing’s Matt Smith.

• Asheville AI Club | Thursday, June 1 | 6 p.m. | Wedge Brewery, 37 Paynes Way, Asheville | Free | Talk about all things artificial intelligence at this meetup.
• Tea History Discussions: Tea Poetry in China | Thursday, June 1 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Dobra Tea East Asheville, 1011 Tunnel Rd., Asheville | $20 | Learn about the history of tea poetry in medieval China from Alex Bernatzky — plus, enjoy a tasting of four teas.
• Pride Silent Disco | Thursday, June 1 | 7-11 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing RAD, 284 Lyman St., Asheville | $10-$15 | Kick off Pride month with an outdoor silent disco dance party in the beer garden presented by Silent Disco Knox.

• Nightrain | Friday, June 2 | 7 p.m. | Salvage Station, 468 Riverside Dr., Asheville | $15-$20 | Enjoy a blast from the past with this Guns N Roses tribute band.
• Hustle Souls | Friday, June 2 | 8:30 p.m. | One World Brewing - West Asheville, 520 Haywood Rd., Asheville | $12-$14 | This local band is known for its “generation-jumping mashups” that blend vinyl nostalgia with modern sensibilities.
• Free Yoga | Friday, June 2 | 5-6 p.m. | Rabbit Rabbit, 75 Coxe Ave., Asheville | Free | Bring your own mat for a free hour of yoga hosted by Asheville Wellness Tours.

• Full Moon in June Annual Benefit | Saturday, June 3 | 6-9 p.m. | Historic Patton Parker House, 95 Charlotte St., Asheville | $20-$25 | This fundraising event will support homeless women veterans and feature music from Kathryn O’Shea, The Ada Khoury Band, and Anne Coombs.

Outdoor excursions

• Experience the natural wonders of Congaree National Park on foot or by water. With 25+ miles of hiking trails and 2.4 miles of boardwalk, there are many ways to explore the Congaree wilderness, including guided canoe tours.
• At night, the Purple Martins take flight. Each summer the skies over Bomb Island on Lake Murray come to life as the Purple Martins arrive for their summer vacation. The best way to see this phenomenon? Book a boat tour. Pro tip: The number of birds peaks in mid- to late July.

Explore indoors

• Housed in the historic 1893 Columbia Mill textile building, the South Carolina State Museum tells the history of the state through traveling museum exhibits, permanent collections, and educational programs. (Planning a date night? Check out Friday Night Laser Nights for classic rock and stunning visuals.)
• Named one of the top 10 zoos in the country by TripAdvisor, the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is home to 2,000+ magnificent animals and houses one of the nation’s most beautiful and inspiring botanical gardens.

• The Asheville Municipal Golf Course is continuing to make progress on its $3.5 million renovation project. In a recent update, the golf course shared that a hole has been completely redone. Stormwater design work has also begun, along with cart path repairs, upgraded sod, bunker restoration, and other modifications.

• Deerhaven Gardens, a $34 million mansion and estate in the Asheville area, is on the market. The five acre property will be sold complete with all furnishings and includes four bedrooms, six baths, three kitchens, a 400 gallon saltwater aquarium, wine cellar, private spa, infinity pool, and tennis facility. (WYFF4)

• Conosur Latin Fusion, a five-year old restaurant in Mills River, has announced that Friday, June 30 will be its last day of business. The restaurant is closing due to its lease expiring. Stop by before closing time for Latin delicacies like butifarra, chacarero, Cuban sandwiches, and plantains.

• Five local startups, including Pirani Life and Embrew Tea, will premiere in Venture Asheville’s virtual Investomercial on Monday, June 5 at 12 p.m. Part pitch, part infomercial, the livestream will give growing, investment-seeking companies an opportunity to share their vision in a fun, imaginative fashion.

• The Asheville Art Museum will offer free admission on Saturday, June 10 between 12 and 5 p.m to celebrate the museum’s newest exhibit, Altruistic Genius. Visitors can expect access to permanent exhibits, plus special programming centered on the life and legacy of inventor + designer Buckminster Fuller.

• Fancy yourself a wildlife photographer? Consider submitting your work to the NC Wildlife Federation’s fifth annual Wildlife Photography Contest. The contest opens Thursday, July 1, with a deadline of Friday, September 1. Entry donations start at $15 for 12 photos — proceeds support wildlife habitat conservation and restoration in North Carolina.

• Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Unlock your home equity.*

• Watch amateurs and celebrities play golf with Korn Ferry professionals in a three-day competition full of fun at the BMW Charity Pro-Am June 5–11 in Greenville, SC. See the schedule of events, roster of celebrities, and purchase tickets.*

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