Richmond Walk "The Ghost Walk," which offers a lighthearted approach to ghost stories of downtown Richmond, departs at 6:30 p.m. from Ninth and Bank streets. $5-$8. Reservations required. 673-9255.
Take it to Heart Dr. Shelton Thomas of the Virginia Cardiovascular Specialists will give a lecture titled "Women and Cardiology: Matters of the Heart" at 7 p.m. Free, but limited seating. Henrico Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg Room. 1602 Skipwith Road. 747-KNOW.
music
Third Practice II "Music of Our Time/Music of the Future" features new electro-acoustic works from around the world. Through Nov. 3. Free. Camp Concert Hall, University of Richmond. 289-8980.
stage
Tres Vidas Georgina Corbo portrays three legendary Latin-American women in this musical that spans across time. Performance starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $12-$24. Alice Jepson Theatre, University of Richmond. 289-8980.
Out Of Bounds Dirty Ol' Soul, weekly, 10:30 p.m., free.
Paysanne Janet Martin, weekly, 9 p.m.
Poe's Pub Endochine (contemporary rock 'n' roll), 9 p.m., $4.
Rare Olde Times Princess Complex, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free.
Richie's Pacific Grill Special Ed and the Short Bus Bluegrass Band, weekly.
Shenanigans Amy Henderson (alternative folk rock), weekly, 7:30 p.m.
Sideline Café Open mic with Kirk of the Guitar Brothers, weekly, free.
The Tobacco Company Jangling Reinharts, 9 p.m., free.
Thursday 31
events
Bolling Haxall House finishes its fall lecture series with a lecture by UR professor Daniel M. Roberts titled "The Predator State." Lecture begins at noon. The Woman's Club. 211 E. Franklin St. Call 643-2847 for more information.
Harvest Festival on Brown's Island will be an early evening of family fun and entertainment. Hayrides, arts and crafts, storytelling and more. From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free. 501-0750.
Richmond Walk "The Ghost Walk," which offers a lighthearted approach to ghost stories of downtown Richmond, departs at 6:30 p.m. from Ninth and Bank streets. This is the last walk of the season. $5-$8. Reservations required. 673-9255.
See Through Sweets Patient First centers will provide free X-rays of Halloween candy from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at all Patient First locations. Visit www.patientfirst.com for a location nearest you.
The Epicenter of Empire Derek Ostergard will discuss modernism and explore how the art nouveau movement shaped design and jewelry at 6 p.m. Tickets are $3-$5. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. 2800Grove Ave. 340-1405.
Science Museum Wear your Obi-Wan costume to a special Halloween screening of "Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones: The IMAX Experience," at 8 p.m. $10 for adults, $8.50 for ages 4-12 and $9.50 for seniors.(800) 659-1727.
UR International Film Series Each week enjoy a different international film. This week's film is from Mexico and Spain and is titled "The Devil's Backbone." Films shown Thursday and Sunday at 7:30 p.m. in Jepson Hall, room 118, and Friday at 3 p.m. in the Adams Auditorium in the Boatwright Memorial Library. Films are shown in original language with English subtitles. University of Richmond. 287-6699.
music
Wax Museum Halloween Bash! Witness the turntable trickery of DJ John Doe (1200 Hobos) as he joins a collection of local and regional hip-hop turntable performers at 9:30 p.m. The Wax Museum provides an outlet for those in the hip-hop culture. Tickets: $7, $1 off with costume. Canal Club. Corner of 17th and Dock streets. 643-CLUB.
stage
TheatreVCU R.B. Sheridan's romantic comedy "The Rivals" opens tonight at 7:30 p.m. Through Nov. 3. Tickets: $8-$10. Raymond Hodges Theatre. 922 Park Ave. 828-6026.
clubs
18th and Main Café Poet Heads open mic, weekly, 8 p.m., $3.
930 Club Blues Traveler (alternative, folk), 7:30 p.m., $25.
Alley Katz The Used, Five Flew Over, The Shelia Divine, 6:30 p.m., 18 and older.
Awful Arthur's (West End) Karaoke, weekly, free.
Bandito's Halloween rock show featuring The Deviltones and Atomizer, 10 p.m., free.
Bottoms Up Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m., free.
Boulevard Deli Crucial Elements and Lost Angeles.
Brandermill Inn Karaoke with Stevie Ray Braun, weekly.
Break Time Sports Bar Dynamite DJs, weekly, 8 p.m., free.
Buddy's Halloween costume contest! First prize will win a $100 gift certificate. Judging at midnight.
Cabo's Corner Bistro Ashby Anderson (jazz piano), weekly, 6-8 p.m.; Steve Bassett and the Jimmy Black trio, weekly, 9-11 p.m.
Caddy's Karaoke, weekly, free.
Canal Club Wax Museum Halloween Bash, 9:30 p.m., $7.
Cary St. Café Mountain of Venus.
Chopstix Wax Museum with DJ Thread, weekly, 10 p.m., $2.
Comedy Alley Kids with Lawnmowers, an experimental improvisational group, weekly, $3.
The Copper Mine Cafe Live performances by The McGuffin, 45-Minute Lunch, The Stepchildren and a Halloween costume contest, 8 p.m.
Crossroads Open-mic night with Michelle Saud featuring Rize, weekly, free.
The Hard Shell Keith Willingham Trio (jazz), weekly, 7-9 p.m., free.
Have a Nice Day Café and Tiki Bobs Halloween Bar Crawl. $5 cover for two clubs, costume contest.
Lightfoots Johnny Houston & the Legends, weekly, 8 p.m., free.
Main Street Beer Co Halloween Party with Lil Ronnie and the Grand Dukes, 8 p.m.
Matt's Village Pub and Comedy Club Open-mic night, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free.
Medley's Restaurant & Blues Bar Smokin' Section's open jam, weekly, free.
Mi Hacienda Latin Night with DJ Fernando, weekly, 9 p.m.
Mulligan's Sports Grille (South Side) Karaoke, weekly, free.
Poe's Pub The Shiners CD Release with Heath Haynes & The Cryin' Shames, 9 p.m., $5.
Rare Olde Times Uisce Beatha (Irish), weekly, 8:30 p.m., free.
Red Oak Café Open stage, weekly, free.
Rock Falls Tavern Nick's karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m.
Sauce at the Pizza Place Frequency party, weekly, 9:30 p.m., $3-$5.
Sharky's Bar & Billiard Pat O'Brien, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free.
Southern Culture Chez Roue, weekly, free.
Visions Dance Club Karaoke, weekly, 7:30 p.m., free.
Friday 01
events
Bluegrass and Barbecue at the Old East Hanover Co. 3 Fire Station. Strictly acoustic. BBQ dinner starts at 6:15 p.m. Music at 7:15 p.m. with the Copper Ridge Band. Proceeds benefit Eastern Hanover Volunteer Fire Department. Tickets: $5-$12.50. Corner of New Bethesda Road and Route 360. 730-4962.
Book Signing Peter Bridges will sign copies of his book "Pen of Fire: John Moncure Daniel" at 5 p.m. at Book People. 536 Granite Ave. 288-4346.
Craftsmen's Christmas Classic Arts & Crafts Festival kicks off at 9 a.m. More than 500 craftsmen and artists will be selling their works in time for the holidays. Through Sunday. Admission: $1-$6. Free parking. Richmond Raceway Complex. 600 E. Laburnum Ave. (888)96-CRAFT.
Looking for a Good Book? The Richmond Public Library presents its biannual big book sale from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday. All proceeds benefit the library. 101 E. Franklin St. 646-3411.
Science Museum "Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones: The IMAX Experience," 8 p.m. begins regular schedule Friday (Nov. 1). Daily through Jan. 5. $10 for adults, $8.50 for ages 4-12 and $9.50 for seniors. Advance tickets for the IMAX "Star Wars" are available prior to the show at the admissions desk or by calling (800) 659-1727. $1 service charge for each advance ticket.
music
Carpenter Center Legendary blues and jazz performers Leon Redbone and Mose Allison perform at 8 p.m. Tickets: $26.50-$29.50 and are available through Ticketmaster. 600 East Grace St. 262-8003.
Richmond Songwriter Series continues with performances by Beth Amsel and Mark Erelli at 7:30 p.m. in the Science Museum's Eureka! Theatre. Tickets: $12-$15. 2500 W. Broad St. 775-7472.
St. Paul's Episcopal Church New York City organist Christopher Johnson will perform pieces by Maurice Duruflé at 8 p.m. A reception will follow. Free. 815 E. Grace St. 643-3589.
West End Presbyterian Church Bebo Norman, Ten Shekel Shirt and LaRue perform at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $10-$15. 9008 Quioccasin Road.
art
1708 Gallery Jennifer Van Winkle's drawings and sculptures and Joann Brennan's large-scale photographs open with a reception at 8 p.m. Through Nov. 30. 319 W. Broad St. 643-1708.
Artspace "Paper Sculptures" by Shelia Gray; "Work in Progress: first installment" by John Bailey; "Faces" by Daniel Page; and "Faces, Places, and Human Spaces" by Susan Alma Singer all open with a reception at 7 p.m. Through Dec. 1. 6 E. Broad St. 782-8672.
Brazier Fine Art "Painters' Preference" by Loryn Brazier opens with a reception at 5 p.m. The gallery will also celebrate its seventh anniversary at 5 p.m. Through Nov. 30. 3401 W. Cary St. 359-2787.
Fulton Hill Studios Open studio, party and pre-sale begins at 6 p.m. with musical guests: Maki. 1000 Carlisle Ave. 226-9555. www.fultonhillproperties.com.
James Center Atrium "Give.2: a collaboration" features work from members of the American Institute of Graphic Arts and the Richmond Professional Illustration Association. Opens with a reception at 6 p.m. Through Nov. 13. 1021 E. Cary St. 497-8039.
Main Art Gallery "75% Reality; 25% Other" features photographic images by Alyssa Salomon opens with a reception at 7 p.m. Through Nov. 30. 1537 W. Main St. 359-3499.
Orange Door "Episal," photography by Sherry Griffin opens with a reception at 7 p.m. Through Nov. 30. 12 W. Broad St. 648-7771.
Richmond Public Library "H20Colors" by Susan Hutchenson; oil paintings by Ann Lawman; and various works by members of the Studio Painters all open with a reception at 7 p.m. 101 E. Franklin St. 646-3411.
Spirit of Art "Selected Works" by Barbara Duke Jones opens with a reception at 6 p.m. Through Dec. 20. 17112-B Mountain Road, Hanover. 883-7760.
VCU School of the Arts Graduate student open studio night is a gala event for sculpture, crafts, painting and printmaking. Opening reception begins at 5 p.m. Virginia Commonwealth University. 828-1755.
stage
London Calling British actor and director Jack Lynn will reveal anecdotes and stories from his life. A performance of "Two By Will" will follow. 7 p.m., $10-$12. The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. 2880 Mountain Road. 232-4000.
The Stuart Avenue Players of Saint Gertrude High School present "Kiss Me Kate" at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: $2-$3. 3215 Stuart Ave. 358-9114, ext. 118.
clubs
930 Club The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Big Wig, Avoid One Thing (ska), 9 p.m., $17.50.
Alley Katz Robert Randolph and The Family Band, Hazy Malaze, 9 p.m., $12-$14, 18 and older.
Ashland Coffee & Tea The Grandsons, 8 p.m., $5.
Bella Italia Carol Covell and Company (jazz), 8 p.m., free.; Latin Night with DJ Ritmo, weekly, 9 p.m.
Bogart's Back Room Doug Bethel.
Bottoms Up John Moossa, 10 p.m., free.
Break Time Sports Bar Dynamite DJs, weekly, 8 p.m., free.
Cabo's Corner Bistro Ashby Anderson (jazz), weekly, 6-8 p.m.; Janet Martin (acoustic), weekly, 9 p.m.
Canal Club Fighting Gravity, Pucker, 8 p.m., $10-$12.
Captain's Grill Live jazz, weekly, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., $7.
Cary St. Café Ten Spiders with All Mighty, 9:30 p.m.
Comedy Zone Stand-up comedians, weekly, 8-9:30 p.m.
The Copper Mine Café Jack Slash.
Enzo's Tavern and Courtyard Mark Merritt and Kent Alley, 7:30 p.m., free.
Frequency DJ Jeff McGrath, weekly, 10 p.m.
Grant's Jazz Bar Big Pat and Legion Band, weekly, 9:30 p.m., $5.
Greek Island Restaurant Jane Butler sings and plays jazz piano, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free.
The Holy Chow The Hackensaw Boys, 10 p.m.
Matt's Village Pub and Comedy Club Stand-up comedians, weekly, 9 p.m. Live music by Gerry Laverty and Wendy Pace (Floating Folk Festival).
Nine-Twenty-Nine Café 25 Ta Life, Cast Aside, 6 p.m.
Poe's Pub The Taters, 9:30 p.m., $5.
Rare Olde Times Andy, Cindy and Thensome (Irish folk), weekly, 8:30 p.m., free.
Richie's Pacific Grill Jazz jam session with Doc, weekly, $3.
Rock Falls Tavern DJ Steve "Mr. Beach" Leonard spins your favorite beach and funk music, weekly, 8 p.m., free.
Sam Miller's Live jazz, weekly, 9 p.m.
Sauce Friday night house music, Frequency with DJ Jeff McGrath, weekly.
Sharky's Bar & Billiard The Wrest with Pat O'Brien, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free.
Shenanigans Slack Family (bluegrass).
Saturday 02
events
Book Signing Margaret Nea will sign copies of her book "Children: Gifts of the Spirit" at 3 p.m. at Book People. 536 Granite Ave. 288-4346.
Got Stew? The third annual Brunswick Stew Festival showcases some of the world's best stewmasters. Musical guests include Cephas & Wiggins, Page Wilson, Old School Freight Train and many more. There will also be a parade and activities for they young and old alike. Festivities begin at 10:30 a.m. Free. Rain or shine. 17th Street Farmers' Market.646-0477 or www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com for more information.
Graveyard Tour Tour the site of the first public cemetery in Richmond located at St. John's Church at 4 p.m. Meet costumes individuals portraying some of those who are buried there. Tickets: $5 or $15 per family. 2401 E Broad St. 648-5015.
National Arts Program Exhibit Come see award-winning art from the National Arts Program during an opening reception at 5 p.m. Through Dec. 13. Pine Camp Arts and Community Center. 4901 Old Brook Road. 646-3674.
Salon Orientale Asian music and entertainment highlight this Asian dinner night at Chez Foushee, a four course menu with exotic cocktails and pacific rim beers, 7 p.m. $45. 648-3225.
Single and Hating It? Come out to The Black & White Ball for Single Professionals at 8 p.m. Cut up the rug to popular dance hits and meet that special someone. Elegant attire is recommended. Sheraton Park South. Admission: $20. 9901 Midlothian Turnpike. (415)479-3800.
St. Augustine Women's Guild Bazaar will feature handmade crafts and baked good. 8:30 a.m. Church Hall. 4400 Beulah Road, Chesterfield County. 276-1347.
clubs
930 Club The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Big Wig, Avoid One Thing (ska), 9 p.m., $17.50.
After 6 Latin night, weekly, 9 p.m.
Ashland Coffee & Tea Billy Ray Hatley and The Showdogs, 8 p.m.
Bogart's Back Room Regan.
Boulevard Deli Jackass Flats.
Break Time Sports Bar Tim Wade's karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m., free.
Cabo's Corner Bistro Ashby Anderson (jazz piano), weekly, 6-8 p.m.
Canal Club Mary Prankster, 8 p.m., $6-$8.
Cary St. Café Halloween Party with King Solomon's Marbles, 10 p.m.
Shady Grove Coffeehouse Turman, The Chinquapin Serenaders and The Clam Brothers, 7:30 p.m., $10-$12.
Sharky's Bar & Billiard Pat O'Brien, weekly, 9:30 p.m.
Tropical Soul Live salsa, weekly, 8-11 p.m.
Sunday 03
event
Belle Isle Walking Tour explores the beautiful Belle Isle and its history as a manufacturing site and prison camp during the Civil War. This is the last tour of the 2002 season. Tour departs at 1 p.m. Tickets: $5-$8 Reservations required. 673-9255.
Virginia Thanksgiving Festival Come out to Berkley Plantation to celebrate America's First Official Thanksgiving in America. Activities begin at noon followed by the Thanksgiving program at 2 p.m. Call 829-6018 for reservations.
music
Kid Classic Family Concert Explore the world of music with the Richmond Symphony and your family in their performance of "A Dream Come True The Adventures of Flying" at 3 p.m. Pre-concert activities begin at 2 p.m. Tickets: $5-$10. Carpenter Center. 600 East Grace St. 262-8003.
art
Beth Ahabah Museum "With this Ring" examines thousands of years of Jewish wedding traditions. 1109 W. Franklin St. 353-2668.
Flippo Gallery Monotypes and paintings by Ken Buhler opens with a reception at 3 p.m. Through Dec. 13. Randolph-Macon College in Pace-Armistead Hall. 211 N. Center St. 752-3600.
Nature Lessons "Four Lessons From Nature" opens with a reception at 4 p.m. This new exhibition showcases pieces featuring nature's evolution. Through Dec. 21. The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. 2880 Mountain Road. 261-6200.
stage
Landmark Theatre The gospel play "Just Be a Man About It" will have two showings: 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $23.50-$26.50 and are available through Ticketmaster outlets. Landmark Theater. 6 N. Laurel St. 646-4213 or 262-8100 for tickets.
clubs
930 Club Jurassic 5, Big Daddy Kane, The Beatnuts (rap), 7:30 p.m., $25.
Bogart's Back Room Tony Forgey (brunch).
Bottoms Up Butterbean Jazz Quartet, weekly, 8 p.m., free.
Brandermill Inn Wendy and Raye, weekly, 3-7 p.m.
Break Time Sports Bar Tim Wade's karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m., free.
Caddy's Karaoke, weekly, free.
Canal Club The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Avoid One Thing, Big Wig, Revelation Darling (ska),7 p.m., $15.
Fox & Hounds Vulnerable Jones, weekly.
Grafiti Grille Live jazz, weekly.
Havana '59 Sunday Brunch with Havana Son (salsa), weekly, noon-2 p.m., free.
Legend Brewing Company Bluegrass jam, weekly, 6 p.m.
Nation The Misfits, 7 p.m., $20.
Poe's Pub The Clumsy Lovers (Canadian hillbilly), 9 p.m., $4.
Rock Falls Tavern Acoustic night with Kirk Farmer of The Guitar Brothers, weekly, 6:30-9 p.m. Stick around and get plugged in with Jamie Florin at 9:30 p.m., free.
Shenanigans Beach party with Steve "Mr. Beach" Leonard, weekly, 7 p.m.
Southern Culture Johnny Hott's Piedmont Souprize, weekly, free.
Swingers Stinking Lizaveta.
Visions Dance Club Shag and oldies party, weekly, 5:30 p.m., free.
Monday 04
music
Fiddle Music "Barrage," a program of fiddle players who sing, dance and cavort their way through an eclectic fusion of musical styles including classical, jazz, country, Celtic, African and Top 40, 7:30 p.m. at James River High. Tickets: $10-$15 at the door. 3700 James River Road, Midlothian. 378-2420.
Gypsy Music Burhan ™çal and The Istanbul Oriental Ensemble bring their world-renowned Turkish Gypsy music to the University of Richmond at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $12-$24. Camp Concert Hall. 289-8980.
clubs
930 Club Lords of Acid, DJ Redboy (techno), 7:30 p.m., $20.
Break Time Sports Bar Karaoke with Amanda, weekly, 8 p.m., free.
Chopstix Information Technology drum 'n' bass DJ show, weekly.
Fox & Hounds Kyle Davis, Rick Schaffer and Buster Bohannon, weekly, free.
Nine-Twenty-Nine Café Devil's Workshop (experimental big band), weekly, 10 p.m.
Penny Lane Karaoke, weekly, free.
Poe's Pub Mary McBride (alt. country), 8:30 p.m., $4.
Richie's Pacific Grill Karaoke with Matt and Richie, weekly, free.
Shenanigans Karaoke with Len Archer (DJLA), weekly.
Surfish Station David Carter, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free.
Tuesday 05
events
Movie Night Enjoy a different movie every Tuesday night at Legend Brewery Company. This week see "The Great Waldo Pepper." Movie starts at 8:30 p.m. 321 W. Seventh St. 232-3446.
music
University of Richmond Pedro the Lion with Seldom and Scientific rock UR's Taylor Haynes Commons at 9 p.m. Free.
stage
Les Misérables Eponine comes to Richmond at 8 p.m. with the opening of the Broadway hit musical "Les Misérables." Tickets: $25-$50 and are available through Ticketmaster. Through Sunday. Evening performances begin at 8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; matinees at 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; closing performance at 7:30 p.m. Sunday. Landmark Theater. 6 N. Laurel St. 646-4213.
clubs
18th and Main Café Latin Night, weekly, 10 p.m. Free salsa, merengue and bachata lessons from 8-9 p.m., weekly.
930 Club Fountains of Wayne, 7:30 p.m. (sold out)
Break Time Sports Bar Brent Small, weekly, 8 p.m., free.
All events published in Night & Day are open to the public. Club showtimes should be considered after dinner hours unless specified, and cover charges are listed when available.
All events published in Night & Day are open to the public. Club showtimes should be considered after dinner hours unless specified, and cover charges are listed when available.
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