Join Sketching Summits, in partnership with Catawba Riverkeeper, at Confluence South Fork (117 Center St, Cramerton, NC) for an in-person watercolor painting workshop on Sunday, October 26 from 1-3pm. This workshop is great for beginners and experienced artists alike!

Artist Heidi Nisbett of Sketching Summit will lead this 2 hour workshop, providing a step-by-step lesson on how to sketch out the predetermined subject matter (a North Carolina landscape) and paint it in with watercolor. This workshop will provide you with the skills you need to maintain a creative practice of field painting, with an emphasis on painting in nature in order to practice mindfulness, notice your surroundings, and connect with our wild spaces.

Workshop Only fee includes the 2 hour lesson where participants are welcome to use the their own supplies from home, or work from provided communal supplies (participants will take home their finished paintings). Everything you need will be provided, just show up ready to paint!

Workshop Fee with Take-Home Supplies includes the 2 hours lesson, a 16 color set of Viviva watercolor paints, water cup, paintbrush, and 4"x6" sketchbook of watercolor paper: everything you need to participate in the workshop and continue your creative practice at home or on the trail! These supplies are yours to take home and are a $45 value.

A portion of your workshop fee goes to support Catawba Riverkeeper!

The fine print: This workshop needs a minimum of 3 people to run. If the minimum is not met by a week before, the workshop will be canceled and a full refund will be provided. If your plans change, you may cancel your spot and receive a full refund up until October 24. If your cancel after October 24, you will receive a 50% refund. Any cancelations day-of (October 26) will not receive a refund. Day-of sign ups at the event will be available if space allows. This event is indoors. This event is appropriate for most ages, including kids 10 or older.

$35 - Workshop Only

$65 - Workshop and Take Home Supply Kit

Register here.

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Bring the kids in their favorite Halloween costumes to Confluence on Saturday, October 18th, from 11am - 1pm for a fun and not-so-scary Halloween party! We’ll have exciting crafts, games, tasty treats, music, and loads of fun! While costumes are encouraged, they’re not a must. We can’t wait to see you there!

Free to attend!

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If you’re looking for a cozy way to meet fellow readers while enjoying some reading time, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s embrace our love for books together in a fun new environment!

This book club is all about relaxation and enjoyment—there’s absolutely no pressure! Just bring along whatever book you’re currently reading, stop by, and dive into your story—that’s all there is to it!

Here’s how we’ll spend our time together:

- **First 30 minutes:** Arrive, order a drink, and feel free to share what you’re reading if you’d like!

- **Next hour:** Enjoy a peaceful, quiet reading session.

- **Last 30 minutes:** You can chat with others or remain lost in your book—totally up to you!

And guess what? This event is completely free! Just look for others holding books, and you’ll know you’ve found your reading pals.

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Join Sketching Summits, in partnership with Catawba Riverkeeper, at Confluence South Fork (117 Center St, Cramerton, NC) for an in-person watercolor painting workshop on Wednesday, October 8 from 6:30-8:30. This workshop is great for beginners and experienced artists alike!

Artist Heidi Nisbett of Sketching Summit will lead this 2 hour workshop, providing a step-by-step lesson on how to sketch out the predetermined subject matter (a North Carolina landscape) and paint it in with watercolor. This workshop will provide you with the skills you need to maintain a creative practice of field painting, with an emphasis on painting in nature in order to practice mindfulness, notice your surroundings, and connect with our wild spaces.

Workshop Only fee includes the 2 hour lesson where participants are welcome to use the their own supplies from home, or work from provided communal supplies (participants will take home their finished paintings). Everything you need will be provided, just show up ready to paint!

Workshop Fee with Take-Home Supplies includes the 2 hours lesson, a 16 color set of Viviva watercolor paints, water cup, paintbrush, and 4"x6" sketchbook of watercolor paper: everything you need to participate in the workshop and continue your creative practice at home or on the trail! These supplies are yours to take home and are a $45 value.

A portion of your workshop fee goes to support Catawba Riverkeeper!

The fine print: This workshop needs a minimum of 3 people to run. If the minimum is not met by a week before, the workshop will be canceled and a full refund will be provided. If your plans change, you may cancel your spot and receive a full refund up until October 6. If your cancel after October 6, you will receive a 50% refund. Any cancelations day-of (October 8) will not receive a refund. Day-of sign ups at the event will be available if space allows. This event is indoors. This event is appropriate for most ages, including kids 10 or older.

$35 - Workshop Only

$65 - Workshop and Take Home Supplies Kit

Register here.

Join us for Vinyl Night at Confluence! Bring your favorite records or discover new ones as we spin classic tunes and hidden gems. Connect with fellow music lovers, share your passion for vinyl, and enjoy an evening of nostalgia and good vibes!

Also, enjoy $1 off draft beers all night long!

The Catawba Riversweep is one day a year when citizens from all over the Catawba-Wateree River Basin come together to clean up their shared waterways. October 4, 2025 will be a day when thousands of neighbors come together at dozens of sites from Lake James to Lake Wateree and everywhere in between. It will be a day of hard work, fun, fellowship, and action!

Join us for the Cramerton portion of the cleanup by registering here and meeting up at Confluence to pick up your supplies.

Following the cleanup, join us at The River Room for a fun-filled after party with food from Hillbilly’s BBQ (vegetarian options available), live music by Jason Moss & The Hosses, cash bar and live trash tallies coming in throughout the event. After party is 11am - 3pm.

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If you’re looking for a cozy way to meet fellow readers while enjoying some reading time, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s embrace our love for books together in a fun new environment!

This book club is all about relaxation and enjoyment—there’s absolutely no pressure! Just bring along whatever book you’re currently reading, stop by, and dive into your story—that’s all there is to it!

Here’s how we’ll spend our time together:

- **First 30 minutes:** Arrive, order a drink, and feel free to share what you’re reading if you’d like!

- **Next hour:** Enjoy a peaceful, quiet reading session.

- **Last 30 minutes:** You can chat with others or remain lost in your book—totally up to you!

And guess what? This event is completely free! Just look for others holding books, and you’ll know you’ve found your reading pals.

Embark on an exciting journey with us during a special Crafternoon dedicated to the timeless art of corn husk doll making! This captivating craft is deeply rooted in Native American culture and has been cherished by generations. It not only offers a unique hands-on experience but also connects us to a rich historical legacy.

In this engaging workshop, you will have the opportunity to create your very own corn husk doll using an array of delightful materials, including: - Natural corn husks that bring your creation to life - Colorful fabric for clothing that showcases your personal style - A variety of paints, embellishments, and more to add your unique touch

Gather your friends and seize this chance to immerse yourselves in a fun-filled afternoon brimming with creativity, laughter, and the joy of crafting together. Don’t miss out on this enriching experience—we can't wait to see your artistic spirits shine!

Register here.

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We’re excited to announce that Armored Cow Brewing is making a stop at Confluence! Come join us on Wednesday, September 24th, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM to taste some of their scrumptious adult beverages, including gluten free options. Plus, there will be special beer prices and some fun giveaways. We can’t wait to see you there!

Come join us for a fun evening of live music! You'll get to enjoy amazing performances by students from Riverside Recordings showing off their talents. Plus, we have a a new Grateful Dead cover band lined up, featuring the cello, violin, bass, drums, and guitars. Don't miss out on the fun!

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If you’re looking for a cozy way to meet fellow readers while enjoying some reading time, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s embrace our love for books together in a fun new environment!

This book club is all about relaxation and enjoyment—there’s absolutely no pressure! Just bring along whatever book you’re currently reading, stop by, and dive into your story—that’s all there is to it!

Here’s how we’ll spend our time together:

- **First 30 minutes:** Arrive, order a drink, and feel free to share what you’re reading if you’d like!

- **Next hour:** Enjoy a peaceful, quiet reading session.

- **Last 30 minutes:** You can chat with others or remain lost in your book—totally up to you!

And guess what? This event is completely free! Just look for others holding books, and you’ll know you’ve found your reading pals.

Join us for an inspiring September Crafternoon! Unleash your creativity as we craft stunning nature shadowboxes together. All materials will be provided, including high-quality cardstock, exquisite stamps, dried flowers, real butterflies from the Butterfly Bungalow at Stowe Conservancy, and much more. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to spend a delightful afternoon immersed in art and nature. We can’t wait to see you there! $20/person.

Buy tickets here:

https://www.simpletix.com/e/crafternoon-nature-shadow-box-tickets-236325

We would love for you to join us on Saturday, September 13th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a super fun crafting session with Kidz & Co! The kids will have a blast making beautiful fall sun catchers that they can hang in their windows. It's a free event, and all kids, no matter their age, are welcome.

Free to attend!