Paintings and Cheese Wars

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G'day Mates! Our artist for the month of May is Abbas Darabi.  He is a landscape oil painter, living in Eugene.  The essence of his work comes from the beauty of nature, and his motivations is to capture all the richness of nature on canvas to bring calm and a sense of peace to viewers.  Abbas has shown his work at Living Gallery in Ashland, and at The Watershed and Opus VII in Eugene.  His paintings can also be seen at Peace Health Hospital in Vancouver, Washington.  Come down this Friday and check out Abbas's tall and wide oil paintings! This Friday's Music: Henry Cooper, 6-8pm Our friend Henry will be at the LAB during this First Friday Art Walk, playing his blues guitar! Come say hello and feel the vibes. Upcoming Events to RSVP  Cheese Wars at 16 Tons Café: William Rose Wines and Claim 52 Brewing will be going head-to-head in this battle between two ancient fermented beverages.  Five carefully selected cheeses will be paired with a wine and a beer.  The winner will be decided based on which beverage paired best with the cheese. Tickets are limited. $25 advance tickets include all tasting and food (cheese and bread). Purchase tickets at 16 Tons Cafe and 16 Tons Taphouse or online atBrown Paper Tickets. (Purchase tickets the day of the event for $30.) Thursday April 30, 8pm at 16 Tons Cafe 2864 Willamette #500   What We're Drinking: William Rose 2012 Syrah - Grenache One of our recent releases is a sumptuous southern Oregon blend of the two Rhône Valley flagship varietals.  65% Syrah and 35% Grenache, this wine has a bouquet of rosemary and sage, followed by a rich dark fruit mouthfeel, with a lingering allspice finish.  Pair with stuffed roasted butternut squash, or lamb chops with plum chutney. $10/glass, $29/bottle Remember: Looking for a venue for your next meeting, birthday party or event? Talk to us about using the "OWL's Nest", AV services, free Wifi, assistance with catering, and of course WINE (private tastings with the winemaker also available). For bookings give us a call or email us at info@oregonwinelab.com, let us help your next be a resounding success!   We always offer a decadent cheese & charcuterie plate for $14. And remember,   Beer on Tap: Oakshire Amber Ale, Espresso Stout Cider on Tap: Wildcraft Hard Cider Open seven days a week 12-8, and 12-10 Friday, 12-6 Sunday.  We have a range of wines from 3A, Bodner Wine Co, Keeler Estate, La Chouette Vineyards, Spire Mountain Cellars, and William Rose Wines available to taste, by the glass, by the bottle, and to go for the cellar or your next dinner soirée.  To get the latest on our special events including guest winemaker talks, tastings, dinners, and some surprises, please "Like us" on Facebook.  If you have any questions or comments please do not hesitate to give us a call (458 201 7413) or email us at info@oregonwinelab.com.