Wine and beer tastings are a great way to try new styles and brands of your beverage of choice. Wikipedia defines wine tasting as, "...The sensory examination and evaluation of wine..." (Thanks Wiki.) But unless you're an aspiring wine connoisseur, what you'll most likely be looking for is a tasting around town that will be the right price - free. As you're wondering what to do for your Thursday evening outside of spending time on the second floor of the library "studying," try Butter's Fine Food & Wine located on 70 N. Main from 4:30-6 PM. And if beer is more up your alley, head to 208 N. Main on Fridays from 5-7 PM to visit Barb's Beer Emporium (a.k.a. Capitol Convenience) which boasts the largest gourmet beer selection in the Concord area.