Wednesday 26

events

Southern Graphics Council Conference Four days of exhibitions, demonstrations, panel discussions and lectures at Virginia Commonwealth University. Visit www.sgc.vcu.edu/index.html for more information. 828-1574.

word

Book Signing Scott E. Casper will sign "Sarah Johnson's Mount Vernon: The Forgotten History of an American Shrine," at noon at the Library of Virginia, free. 800 E. Broad St. 692-3500.

museums

Science Museum of Virginia The Lunch Break Science lecture series continues with "Tarantulas: In the Wild and in the Home," by Wade Harrell at noon. Free. 864-1400.

music

The Only Moving Thing eighth blackbird performs at the Modlin Center for the Arts at the University of Richmond at 7:30 p.m. Discussion follows performance. Tickets are $16-$20. 289-8980.

night life

Alex's Extreme New Wave Dance Party New York Deli, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 358-3354.

Amy Henderson, Shenanigan's, weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 264-5010.

Beach music, Caddyshack Lounge (Ashland), weekly, 7 p.m., free. 798-4231.

Blue Line Highway, Positive Vibe Café, 7:30 p.m., free. 560-9622.

Chicago Cy, Bull & Bear, 6 p.m., free. 649-8431.

Gypsy Roots, Cabo's Corner Bistro, 7:30 p.m., free. 355-1144.

The Katz Band (jazz/Motown), Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 254-4904.

Mercy Creek, Tobacco Company, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Retrolution (industrial), Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Rusted Root, One Flew South, Toad's Place, 8 p.m. $25. 648-TOAD.

Service Industry Night, Lucky Buddha, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 648-5100.

The Substitute (rock), Emilio's, 10 p.m., $5. 359-1224.

Thor Eros (acoustic guitar), Chiocca's, weekly, 7 p.m., free. 355-3228.

Tommy Witten Trio featuring Laura Ann Boyd, Bottega Bistro, weekly, 6:30-9:30 p.m., free. 379-9899.

The Wrest with Pat O'Brien (rock), Sharky's, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 273-1888.

WTF Wednesdays (punk hardcore DJ), Empire, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 344-3323.

Thursday 27

events

Villa-Lobos: An International Festival A celebration of the life and work of Heitor Villa-Lobos presented by VCU opens with a concert at W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts at 8 p.m. The festival continues March 28 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and March 29 from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. 922 Park Ave. $10 - 25. 828-6776.

Lecture Fabian Marcaccio will speak at the VCU Student Commons at 2:30 p.m. 907 Floyd Ave. 828-1982.

MCV Campus Authors' Tea VCU Libraries highlights authors on the MCV campus at 4 p.m. at the Tompkins-McCaw Library for Health Sciences, free. 827-1165.

stage

VCU Dance Now VCU Dance faculty and guest choreographers at the Grace Street Theater at 8 p.m. Program continues March 28 and 29. Tickets are $5-$15. 934 W. Grace St. 828-2020.

galleries

Main Art Gallery "5 Printmakers 44 x 60," work by Janet DeCover, Joan Gaustad, Mary Holland, Dawn Latané and Christopher Palmer. Reception at 6 p.m. Through April 30. 1537 W. Main St. 355-6151.

Reynolds Gallery An exhibition of work by Southern Graphics Council award winners. Reception at 7 p.m. 1514 W. Main St. 355-6553.

The Gallery Art & Design "Second Annual Colors of Life International Photo Competition." Reception at 6 p.m. 16 S. Dooley Ave. 355-0102.

night life

Captain Slicktalk (acoustic), Curbside Café, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 355-7008.

Carol Covell Trio (jazz), Steak N' Ale, 6 p.m., 288-2833.

Charlie Murphy, Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m., $29. 521-8900.

Cone '97, Naveh, Against Grace, The Gentlemen, Force of Habit, Canal Club, 8:30 p.m., free. 643-2582.

Dave Pollard (singer-songwriter), Old City Bar, weekly, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., free. 644-4411.

Dirk Hamilton (poetry), In Your Ear Music and Recording, 6:30 p.m., $15-$24.320-7067

DJ Dance Night, Club Richbrau, weekly, 8 p.m. 644-3018.

DJ Meaty, Easy Street Restaurant, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 355-1198.

D'Santis Duo (jazz), Capital Coffee and Desserts, weekly, 12:30-1:30 p.m., free. 204-1755.

Fighting For Few, Alabama Mudslide Surprise, Three Ways to Nowhere and more, Alley Katz, 6 p.m., $8-$10. 643-2816.

Fred Ostrow and Lee Covington (jazz), Maggiano's Little Italy, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.

Gray Gurkin (acoustic rock), Easy Street Restaurant, 7:30 p.m., free. 355-1198.

Gypsy Roots, Infuzion, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 249-COOL.

Jackass Flats (bluegrass), Bogart's, 9 p.m., 353-9280.

Jeff Carretto (piano), Ruth's Chris Steak House, weekly, 6:30-9:30 p.m., free. 378-0600.

Johnny Winter, Toad's Place, 7 p.m., $20. 648-TOAD.

Live band, J&D's Café, weekly, 7:30-10 p.m., free. 266-2331.

Live music, Bottom's Up (Glen Allen), weekly, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free. 249-2000.

Live music, Escabar Restaurant, weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 288-4885.

Lounge Sessions with DJ Kean, Jereme Rometti and Adam Ely, Europa, weekly, 10 p.m., free.

Pat O'Brien (rock), Sharky's, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 273-1888.

Pop '80s Dance Night, Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Reggie Righteous and The Prophets of Funk, Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 254-4904.

Richmond Afrobeat Movement, Emilio's, 10 p.m., $5. 359-1224.

Richmond Comedy House, Paradise Lounge, weekly, 9:30 p.m., $5. 519-0844.

Shadee, Tea Co. Café, 7 p.m., free. 442-4031.

Scott Miller, Ashland Coffee & Tea, This show has been canceled. 798-1702.

Steve Bassett, Cabo's Corner Bistro, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 355-1144.

Third Wave, Tobacco Company, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Thursday Night Drama Dance Night with DJ Rick Danger at Bandito's, weekly. 354-9999.

Turf Fire, Dublin's Irish Pub, 7 p.m., free. 723-5582.

Uisce Beathe (Irish jam), Rare Olde Times, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.

We Know Plato, Brett Harris and Alex Enggist, The Camel, 8 p.m. $5. 353-4901.

Who Shot Sally, Bleu Bistro, 9 p.m., free. 750-1120.

World Night at Bank, weekly, 10:30 p.m., free. 648-3070.

Z. Artis, Dixie Diner (Petersburg), 8 p.m., free. 732-7425.

Friday 28

events

Lecture Vanessa Northington discusses the desegregation of Southern medical education at the VCU Student Commons at noon, free. 907 Floyd Ave. 828-1736.

Lecture The Science, Technology and Society lecture continues with Charlene Gilbert, who will discuss "Colored Bodies: Ethical Consideration in the Case of Henrietta Lacks," at 7 p.m. at the VCU Student Commons. 907 Floyd Ave. 828-1736.

film

VCU French Film Festival The 16th annual VCU French Film Festival features more than 30 directors and actors presenting their films at the Byrd Theatre through March 30. Tickets are $40-$180. 2908 W. Cary St. 827-3456.



stage

St. Catherine's School "Branches," a dance concert presented by the Z Mullins Dance Company at 8 p.m. Concert repeats March 29 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10-$15. 6001 Grove Ave. 513-3976.

Barksdale Theatre at Hanover Tavern "Greater Tuna," a comedy about a small Texas town at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35-$38. 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road. Thursdays-Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m 282-2620.

galleries

Art6 Gallery "International Prints From Virginia Collections." Reception at 6 p.m. 6 E. Broad St. 343-1406.

Art Works "Creatix," by Tess LiVolsi Amoruso and Tess Sweet. All-media show juried by Wolfgang Jasper. "Go Fish -- An Earth Day Tribute," by Leo Zabronsky. "Of Nature," by Richard Buhrman. "It's Elemental," by Ray Abell. "Senior Portraits," by Mary Alice Weiss. Reception at 7 p.m. with music by Kenny Martin and Paul Beverly. Through April 20. 320 Hull St. 291-1400.

Quirk Gallery "Shrinkage Worldwide Awards," an exhibition of posters from the 2007 Shahneshin Foundation annual awards. Reception at 6 p.m. through April 26. 311 W. Broad St. 644-5450.

museums

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Arturo Lindsay discusses the history of the transport of Africans across the Atlantic Ocean during four centuries of slave trade at 6:30 p.m. Ticket are $5-$8. 200 N. Boulevard. 340-1400.

music

Concert Angélique Kidjo performs at the Modlin Center for the Arts at the University of Richmond at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $8-$32. 289-8980.

night life

Andy, Cindy and Thensome (traditional Irish), Rare Olde Times, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 750-1346.

Antero, Bleu Bistro, 9 p.m., free. 750-1120.

Aparallax, Downbeat Switch, Southside Funk, Canal Club, 9 p.m., $8. 643-2582.

The Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash, Shenanigan's, 8:30 p.m., free. 264-5010.

Bill Roberts, County Rib & Ale House, weekly, 8:30-11:30 p.m., free. 675-4447.

Billy Ray Hatley & The Showdogs, Tobacco Company, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Blues Flash, Grandpa Eddie's BBQ, 8:30 p.m., free. 270-RIBS.

Bungalo 6, Bogart's, 9:30 p.m, $5-$7. 353-9280.

Calpurnia, The Camel, 9 p.m., $6. 353-4901.

Charlie Murphy, Funny Bone, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $29. 521-8900.

Cold World, Blacklisted, Murder Weapon and More, Alley Katz, 5 p.m., $7-$8. 643-2816.

ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7:30 p.m., $12-$14. Random Acts (adult improv), 10 p.m., $10. 266-9377.

DJ Jeff McGrath and Tyke (progressive house), Europa, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.

DJ K-Dub, Club Richbrau, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 644-3018.

David Olney with Sergio Webb, Ashland Coffee & Tea, 8 p.m, $8. 798-1702.

Drive By Truckers, The Whigs, The National, 9 p.m., $20. 612-1900.

Doc Branch & The Keynotes, Emilio's, weekly, 10 p.m., $5. 359-1224.

Drag King Show, Babe's of Carytown, weekly, 8 p.m., $5. 355-9330.

Fred Ostrow and Lee Covington (jazz), Maggiano's Little Italy, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.

Friday After Work Party with DJ Ace and Rich Boy, Caribbean Mingles, weekly, 5-8 p.m., $5. 780-0013.

Inner Mission with DJ Kean, Jereme Rometti, 316L and Timy B, Europa, weekly, 10 p.m, free. 648-3957.

Gray Gurkin (acoustic rock), Richbrau's Tap House, 7:30 p.m., free. 644-3018.

Jam with the Jazz Composers Alliance, Blues Café, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 225-7400.

Ladies '80s with DJ Disco Stew, Pour House, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 364-9083.

Live country music, Bahama Joe's, weekly, 9 p.m., $5. 262-9652.

Live music, Mulligan's Sports Grille (South Side), weekly, 9:30 p.m., $5. 744-8686.

Live music, Sandy's Restaurant, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 329-7263.

Mo Debree, Cabo's Corner Bistro, 9:30 p.m., 355-1144.

Nat King Kong (classic rock), Wabi Sabi (Petersburg), 9 p.m., free. 862-1365.

Neckbrace, Dragonship and The Misled, Rumors, 8 p.m., $5. 334-6434.

New Wave Dance Night, Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Nighthawks, Capital Ale House, 10 p.m., $10. 780-ALES.

Plunky & Oneness (urban jazz), Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar, 9:30 p.m., $10. 254-4904.

Postin Brown Project, Cary Street Café, 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

Saint Diablo, Separation, Bullistic and Property, Alley Katz, 10 p.m., $5-$7. 643-2816.

Sax and Jazz with Ruddock and Redman (jazz), Dixie Diner (Petersburg), weekly, 6-8 p.m. 732-7425.

Terri Murphy and the Butterbean Jazz Quartet, Hard Shell, weekly, 7:30-10:30 p.m., free. 643-2333.

Thomas Wakefield's Swing Unit, Infuzion, weekly, 8 p.m., $5. 249-COOL.

Traditional Celtic Trio, Dublin's Irish Pub, 7 p.m., free. 723-5582.

US, Siné, 9 p.m, free. 649-7767.

Wrenn Mangum (rockabilly), Sam Miller's, 10:30 p.m., free. 644-5465.

Zac & Sir Charles (blues), Dixie Diner (Petersburg), 9 p.m., free. 732-7425.

Saturday29

events

Cure Collective Brown Sabbath, Modern Groove Syndicate, Boots of Leather and others perform a benefit for cancer research at 7 p.m. at The Camel. Tickets are $10. 353-4901.

Grief Relief Gala The Junior Board of Comfort Zone Camp hosts "An Evening in Venice" with music by Baby Huey and the Babysitters at the Science Museum of Richmond at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $125. 377-3430 or visit www.comfortzonecamp.org.

Fire Ball Gala Dinner, dancing, a silent auction and music from Legacy at the Firehouse Theatre at 7 p.m. Tickets are $100-$150. 1609 W. Broad St. 355-2001.

St. Patrick's Church Irish Festival Two days of Highland dancing, a parade and music by The Janet Martin Band, Susan Greenbaum, Bart Chucker, Page Wilson and more, starting at 10 a.m. at 213 N. 25th St. Through March 30. Suggested donation: $2. 356-1093.

galleries

Visual Arts Center of Richmond Virgil Marti will discuss his work in the exhibit "Ah! Sunflower," at 4 p.m. The gallery talk is preceded by a printmaking open house from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1812 W. Main St. 353-0094.

music

An Evening of Jazz in the Springs Johnny Lee Long presents a jazz concert at The Henrico Theater at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12.50 305 E. Nine Mile Road. 328-4491.

Concert Davies-Brenchely-Davies performs traditional American and Irish songs at Congregation Or-Ami at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10-$12. 647-7856.

Concert The Gellman Room concert series continues with the Williamsburg Chamber Players at 2 p.m. at the Richmond Public Library, free. 101 E. Franklin St. 646-7223.

Concert The Boilermakers perform swing music at 8:30 p.m. at Lewis Ginter Recreation Center. Tickets are $10-$14. 869-0431.

word

Book Signing Harold and Don Reid of the Statler Brothers will sign "Random Memories," at Borders at 2 p.m., free. 9750 W. Broad St. 965-0733.

Virginia Arts and Letters Live Mary Badham, who played Scout in "To Kill a Mockingbird," hosts the annual literary event, reading along with James Bynum, Matt Polson and Matthew Costello, 8 p.m. at the Empire Theatre. Tickets are $20-$25. 114 W. Broad St. 344-8040.

stage

Science Museum of Virginia The Carpenter Science Theatre Company presents "Genius in the Attic: The Restless Curiosity of Alexander Graham Bell," at 1 and 3 p.m. Through April 25. Tickets are $8.50. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.

night life

'80s Hits and Electronic Dance Night, Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Antero (reggae), Emilio's, 10 p.m., $5. 359-1224.

Billy Ray Hatley & The Showdogs, Tobacco Company, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Bungalo 6, Bogart's, 9:30 p.m, $5-$7. 353-9280.

Carol Covell Trio (jazz), Nuccio's Trattoria, 6:30 p.m., free. 594-0040.

Caulit Anything, Easy Street Restaurant, 10 p.m., free. 355-1198.

Charlie Murphy, Funny Bone, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $29. 521-8900.

ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7:30 p.m., $12-$14. Full Contact Improv (adult improv), 10 p.m., $10. 266-9377.

D. Traylor (acoustic), Dixie Diner (Petersburg), 7 p.m. 732-7425.

DJ Meaty, Bandito's, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 354-9999.

DJ Omar (deep house), Europa, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.

DJ K-Dub, Club Richbrau, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 644-3018.

DJ Williams Projekt, Easy Street, 10 p.m., free. 355-1198.

Drag King Show (male impersonators), Babe's of Carytown, weekly, 9 p.m. 355-9330.

East City Rivals, Antlers, Mark Lind and Petals on our Pirate Ship, Canal Club, 9 p.m., $7. 643-2582.

Farm Vegas (jam band), Cary Street Café, 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

First Impressions, Cabo's Corner Bistro, 9:30 p.m., free. 355-1144.

Fred Ostrow and Lee Covington (jazz), Maggiano's Little Italy, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.

Forest McDonald, Capital Ale House, 5 p.m., free. 780-ALES.

Half Brother Sid, Capital Ale House, 10 p.m., $10. 780-ALES.

Jeff Carretto (piano), Ruth's Chris Steak House, weekly, 6:30-9:30 p.m., free. 378-0600.

Live music, Crossroads, weekly, 8 p.m., $5. 643-2060.

Live music, Daddio's Grille, weekly, 9 p.m., $3-$5. 754-1448.

The Mills Family Band, Ashland Coffee & Tea, 8 p.m., $8-$13. 798-1702.

Mike Gales and the Warriorz, The Triple, 9 p.m. $5. 359-7777.

The New Oldz, Grandpa Eddie's BBQ, 8:30 p.m., free. 270-RIBS..

The Machine, The National, 8 p.m., $15-$18. 612-1900.

One Accord and Blood Connected, Gospel Chicken House, 7 p.m., free. 883-6487.

Pat O'Brien (acoustic rock), Sharky's, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 273-1888.

Patchen, Dixie Diner (Petersburg), noon, free. 732-7425.

Plunky & Oneness (urban jazz), Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar, 9:30 p.m., $10. 254-4904.

Poetry Slam, Artspace Gallery, weekly, 8 p.m., $5. 232-6464.

R&B music, Caddyshack Lounge (Ashland), weekly, 7 p.m., free. 798-4231.

Rememberance, Pour House, 9:30 p.m., $3. 364-9083.

Reggae night, Caribbean Mingles, weekly, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., $5-$10. 780-0013.

Russ Hanchin & Joe Sarver Duo (jazz), Taphouse Grill, weekly, 8 p.m. 644-3018.

Sax with Patchen, Dixie Diner (Petersburg), 11 a.m., free. 732-7425.

Shipwreck, Bitter End, Verse and others, Alley Katz, 1 p.m.-11 p.m., $20. 643-2816.

Wrenn Mangum, Sideline Café, 10 p.m., free. 748-4786.

Sunday 30

events

Mountain Road Jubilee A country-music variety show at the Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen at 4 p.m. Tickets are $12-$15. 2880 Mountain Road. 789-0443.

Victorian Fashion Show Turn-of-the-century fashion and advice for Victorian brides at 2 p.m. at Maymont. Tickets are $12-$15. 2201 Shields Lake Drive. 358-7166.

music

Concert The River Road Church Concert series continues with the James River Singers at 5 p.m., free. 8000 River Road. 288-1131.

Music of Strength Richard Men's Chorus perform at St. John's United Church of Christ at 4 p.m. Tickets are $10-$15. 503 N. Lombardy St. 241-0446.

night life

9:55 Club Comedy Night, Easy Street, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 355-1198.

Charlie Murphy, Funny Bone, 7 p.m., $29. 521-8900.

DJ Dusty Ray, deLux, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 353-2424.

Divine Profitz, Luggage, Swordplay (hip-hop), Cary Street Café, 9 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

Doctors of Jazz, Bleu Bistro, noon, free. 750-1120.

Elephant Man, Toad's Place, 8 p.m., $30. 648-TOAD.

Glows in the Dark, Commercial Taphouse, 9:30 p.m., free. 359-6544.

Jazznecks, Sullivan's Irish Pub, weekly, noon, free. 752-6410.

Live beach music, Wild Rose Café (Chester), weekly, 6 p.m., free. 768-9090.

New wave and metal music, Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Nick Jazzy with Robbin Thompson, James Gates and Kevin Davis, Canal Club, 6 p.m., $10-$12. 314-4916.

Restaurant Employee Appreciation Night, The Triple Restaurant, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 359-7777.

Roger Carrol (jazz), Emilio's, 10 p.m., free. 359-1224.

Robin Rogers, Shenanigan's, 6:30 p.m., free. 264-5010.

Sana Rouge, Lenape, Sour Milk Sea and others, Alley Katz, 4 p.m., $8-$10. 643-2816.

Sax & Jazz with Ruddock & Redman (jazz), Dixie Diner (Petersburg), weekly, noon-2 p.m., free. 732-7425.

S.I.N. with free pool, Richbrau Brewing Company, weekly, 4 p.m., free. 644-3018.

Solid Gold Soul, Caddyshack Lounge (Ashland), weekly, 7 p.m., free. 798-4231.

Step Out Sundays (dancehall reggae), Canal Club, weekly, 9 p.m., $15 after 11 p.m. 643-2582.

Terri Murphy and the Butterbean Jazz Quartet, Bottoms Up Pizza, weekly, 7:30-10:30 p.m., free. 644-4400.

Monday 31

stage

New Works Festival The Richmond Ballet performs at The Richmond Ballet Studio Theater at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $15-$28. 344-0906.

film

James River Film Festival The 14th James River Film Festival showcases different forms of cinemas at the Byrd Theatre and Firehouse Theater. Through April 16. For a full schedule, call 232-RMIC or visit www.rmicweb.org.

night life

Beach music with Steve Leonard, Caddy's, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 794-3007.

BoDeans, G.B. Leighton, Toad's Place, 7 p.m., $20. 648-TOAD.

Guitar Hero with Alan, Richbrau Brewing Company, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 644-3018.

Restaurant Employee Appreciation Night, Triple Restaurant, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 359-7777.

Rick Howell, Café Diem, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 353-2500.

Tuesday 1

night life

Bryce McCormick (piano), Ruth's Chris Steak House, weekly, 6:30-9:30 p.m., free. 378-0600.

DJ Dominex, Rocks, weekly, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 648-ROCK.

DJ Ghozt, Baja Bean Company, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 257-5445.

DJ Williams Projekt, Café Diem, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 353-2500.

John Conley Trio, Davis and Main, weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 353-6641.

Kimya Dawson, The National, 7 p.m., $12-$14. 612-1900.

Pat O'Brien (acoustic), Easy Street Café, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 355-1198.

Rollin' and Tumblin' (blues Americana), Rare Olde Times, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 750-1346.

Totally '80s Dance Night, Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.