Wednesday 22

music

Innsbrook After Hours The Innsbrook music series continues with performances by the Indigo Girls and Arts and Sciences. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $10-$35. Call 794-6700 or visit www.innsbrook afterhours.com.

Wednesday Wandering Concerts VCU presents a weekly music series, noon-1 p.m. on the Commons Plaza. Free. This week, Blue Line Highway performs. 828-4554.

stage

Richmond Shakespeare Festival The Encore! Theatre Company brings back the popular magical comedy "A Midsummer Night's Dream" for a short run at Agecroft Hall and Gardens at 8 p.m. through June 26. Admission is $23. 4305 Sulgrave Road. Call (866) 227-3849 or visit www.richmondshakespeare.com.

museums

Science Museum of Virginia The museum's Lunch Break Science Lecture Series runs through the summer, noon-1 p.m. This week, Leanna Pletcher presents "Rat Basketball: A Slam Dunk for Education." Free. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.

night life

Arthur's at Inns of Virginia Nick's Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 288-2800.

Awful Arthur's (West End) Texas Hold 'Em Tournament, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 672-9385.

Babe's Karaoke, weekly, free. 355-9330.

Bahama Joe's R&B Night, weekly, free. 262-9652.

Bogart's Back Room Sam Savage/Katrice Johnson Band (jazz), 9 p.m., $5. 353-9280.

Bottega Bistro Tommy Witten Trio, weekly, 6 p.m. 379-9899.

Bottom Line Nick's karaoke, weekly. 644-5944.

Bubba's Restaurant Oldies Music Night, weekly, 8-11 p.m., free. 236-1600.

Breaker's South No Charge, weekly, 8 p.m. 323-8024.

Cabo's Corner Bistro Steve Bassett (jazz), 8:30 p.m., free. 355-1144.

Caddy's Karaoke, weekly, free. 794-3007.

Café Diem Scott Jeffrey's Band, 9 p.m., free. 353-2500.

Café Gutenberg Irish music jam, 7:30 p.m., free. 497-5000.

Cary Street Café Special Ed & the Shortbus Bluegrass Band, weekly, 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

Catch 22 Ladies Night, weekly, 18 and older, 6 p.m.-2 a.m. 343-1560.

Club 534 Berlin, '80s new-wave night, weekly. 353-9670.

Club Razzles "Havana Nights," salsa and merengue, with free dance lessons, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 330-0007.

ComedySportz Punch (sketch comedy), 8 p.m., $5. 266-9377.

Emilio's Southside (jam, funk, drum 'n' bass), weekly, 10 p.m., $4. 359-1224.

Empire Lounge 804noise Presents (experimental music social), weekly, 7-10 p.m., free. 344-3323.

Europa Ground Zero DJs (house, down tempo, dub), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 643-0911.

Funny Bone Jim Florentine, 8 p.m., $12. 521-8900.

Glenn's Tavern Another Level Band (R&B, funk), weekly, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., $5. 321-3444.

Hard Shell RPF Music (jazz), weekly, 7-9 p.m., free. 643-2333.

Hyperlink Café Richmatic (underground hip-hop), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5, free before 11 p.m. This week, a Blackbook Battle. 254-1942.

Lucky Lounge S.I.N. Night, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 648-5100.

Maggiano's Little Italy The RVA Latin Jazz Band, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.

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

Nanci Raygun New Mexican Disaster Squad, Pink Razors, The Brain Worms, 18 and older, 9 p.m., $5. 353-4263.

Out of Bounds Faron Hamblin, weekly, 10:30 p.m., free. 355-7390.

Poe's Pub Ryan Hearn (acoustic rock), 9:30 p.m., free. 648-2120.

Positive Vibe Café John Leedes (acoustic rock), 7:30-9:30 p.m., free. 560-9622.

Rare Olde Times Princess Complex, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.

Reflections Fahari Sound (reggae), weekly, $5 for men. 519-5324.

Shamrock Pub Karaoke with Matt Rock, weekly, 9 p.m. 330-0617.

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

Sin é John Small, 8:30-11:30 p.m., free. 649-7767.

The Tobacco Company Kyle Davis Band, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Upper East Side Lounge Scott Burton (jazz), 7 p.m., $5. 467-6182.

Thursday 23

word

Book Signing Mark Jordan signs copies of his book "Breakfast on the Beach: Finding God on the Water's Edge" at the Little Professor Book Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 6423 Centralia Road. 777-9388.

music

Anthony Burger in Concert Gospel pianist Anthony Burger gives a solo concert at the University of Richmond's Modlin Center at 7 p.m. Tickets are $16. 739-3459.

Church Music Festival Centenary United Methodist Church continues its summer music festival with an organ performance by Cheryl Van Ornum at noon and 5:30 p.m. 411 E. Grace St. 288-0259.

Fridays at Sunset The summer music series holds a special 10th anniversary concert with a performance by Seal on Brown's Island. Gates open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $30-$40. For more information, call (888) 301-4102 or visit www.fridaysatsunset.com.

museums

Library of Virginia Mark Greenough gives a talk on "An Object and Proof of National Good Taste: Virginia's Capitol Considered as a Civic Museum" at noon. 800 E. Broad St. 692-3592.

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Elizabeth L. O'Leary gives a talk, "From Henri to Hopper: American Realists in the Early 20th Century," at 6 p.m. Admission is $3-$5. 200 N. Boulevard. 340-1400.

night life

Ashland Coffee and Tea The Clumsy Lovers, 8 p.m., $15 in advance. 798-1702.

Azzurro's Restaurant Emme St. James and Her Jazz Gentlemen, weekly, 6:30-9:30 p.m., free. 282-1509.

Bahama Joe's Top 40 Dance Night, weekly, free. 262-9652.

Baja Bean Company Karaoke, weekly. 257-5445.

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

Bogart's Back Room Blue Line Highway, Amy Henderson (acoustic rock), 9 p.m., $5. 353-9280.

Bottega Bistro Thomas Coleman, weekly, 6 p.m. 379-9899.

Brandermill Inn Karaoke with Stevie Ray Braun, weekly. 739-8871.

Bubba's Restaurant Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 236-1600.

Cabo's Corner Bistro Novelty (jazz), 9:30-11:30 p.m., free. 355-1144.

Caddy's Karaoke, weekly, free. 794-3007.

Café Diem Roger Carroll and Chez Roué Orchette, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 353-2500.

Canal Club The Radiators, 8 p.m., $15-$17.50. 643-2582.

Cary Street Café Undr8ed with Central Garage (hip-hop, rock), 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

Catch 22 College Night, weekly, 6 p.m.-2 a.m., $5-$10. 343-1560.

Crossroads Open-mic night with Michelle Saud features Rize, weekly, free. 643-2060.

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

Funny Bone Jim Florentine, 8 p.m., $12. 521-8900.

Fusion Live jazz, weekly, 8:30 p.m., $5. 249-2338.

Glenn's Tavern Hot City, weekly, 8:30-11:30 p.m. DJ Fletcher, weekly, 11:30 p.m.-1 a.m. $5. 321-6487.

Honey Whyte's Ryan Hearn (acoustic rock), weekly, 8 p.m., free. 643-6022.

Hyperlink Café Liquid Lounge with DJ Rayvon (old school, reggae, crunk), weekly, 10 p.m., $3-$5. 254-1942.

Kitty O'Shea's Open mic night with Blues Flash, 8:30-11 p.m., free. 739-0800.

La Familia Restaurant Shanniece James Project (jazz open mic), weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., $5. 261-5400.

Lucky Lounge DJ Williams Projekt (funk, rock, hip-hop), 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 648-5100.

Maggiano's Little Italy The RVA New Orleans Jazz Band, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.

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

Matrixx Room Latin Dance Night, weekly, free dance lesson, 8:30-9 p.m., party 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $10.

Mulligan's Sports Grille (South Side) Karaoke, weekly, free. 744-8686.

Out of Bounds Jason Horst, weekly, 10 p.m. 355-7390.

Poe's Pub Stoll Vaughn (acoustic), 9:30 p.m., $5. 648-2120.

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

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

Shenanigans Missing Mason (psychedelic rock), 8 p.m., $5. 264-5010.

Sideline Café Karaoke hosted by Bill Campbell, weekly, 8:30 p.m. 748-4786.

Sin é Karaoke Night, weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.

S.J.'s Lakeside Tavern Karaoke with Frank, weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 264-3799.

The Tobacco Company Adrian Duke Project, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Upper East Side Lounge The RW Big Band, 7 p.m., $5. 467-6182.

Visions Dance Club Karaoke, weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 379-3800.

Friday 24

events

Hanover Tavern Gala The restored historic tavern reopens with a black tie gala, featuring dinner, dancing and music by David Esleck and his band, starting at 6 p.m. Tickets are $150. 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road. Call for tickets, 537-5050.

music

Friday Cheers The Tredegar Iron Works concert series continues with performances by Cowboy Mouth and Wrinkle Neck Mules, 6-10 p.m. Free. For more information, call 788-6466 or visit www.citycelebrations.org.

Fridays at Sunset The Kanawha Plaza music series continues with a performance by Dave Koz & Friends featuring Jeffrey Osborne, Marc Antoine and Praful. Gates open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $15-$20. 8th and Canal streets. For more information, call (888) 301-4102 or visit www.fridaysatsunset.com.

River's Bend Concert Series The weekly Chester music series continues with a performance by The Shakers. Gates open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $7. 12701 Kingston Ave. For more information, visit www.riversbendconcertseries.com.

Short Pump Town Center The shopping center's summer concert series runs 6-8 p.m. This week, Ron Moody and The Centaurs perform. Free. 360-1700.

stage

Landmark Theater The PRCF Ballet presents a dance performance of "Over the Rainbow" at 7 p.m. Tickets are $6-$10. 6 N. Laurel St. 646-4213.

galleries

ADA Gallery The Teleport video series presents an evening of summer-themed shorts and video art starting at 8 p.m. 228 W. Broad St. 644-0100.

Artspace "Real-eyes: Adults Exposed," paintings by Jenni Plavnieks, "Thicket," sculpture by Cary Loving, and "Umbra: Drawings About Life" by Randy Simmons, plus recent work by members, all open with a reception, 6-9 p.m. Through July 17. 0 E. Fourth St. 232-6464.

Art Works The June All Media Show, "Alter Ego," paintings by E.B. Kellinger, "Animal Essence," paintings by Adele Castillo, "Equine Images in Line and Color," watercolors by Phoebe Antrim, and "Dysfunction," mixed media by Shelia Gray, all open with a reception, 7-10 p.m. Through July 17. 320 Hull St. 291-1400.

Bainbridge Art Center "Figuratively Speaking," paintings and photography of the human form by Susan Singer, David Tanner, Steven Roebuck, Jennifer Yane, Rhoda McCallum, Anne Sylvest, Elizabeth Flynn Chapman and K.B. Basechas, opens with a reception, 6-9 p.m. Through Aug. 18. 1312 Bainbridge St. 230-4544.

museums

Valentine Richmond History Center "From Morning to Night: Domestic Service in the Gilded Age South," an exhibition on the African-American housekeepers of the postwar South, runs through Dec. 31. 1015 E. Clay St. 649-0711.

night life

Alley Katz Sin City Revival, 18 and older, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 643-2816.

Ashland Coffee and Tea Old School Freight Train, 8 p.m., $10. 798-1702.

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

Bogart's Back Room Pennyshaker CD release party with Sam Shaber, 9 p.m., $7. 353-9280.

Breakers South The Tin Man, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 323-8024.

Cabo's Corner Bistro Adrian Duke Project (jazz), 9:30 p.m., free. 355-1144.

Canal Club Wrinkle Neck Mules, The Atkinsons, 8:30 p.m., $6. 643-2582.

Cary Street Café Drew Emmitt Band (from Leftover Salmon) with Tripp n' Jenny (newgrass), 9:30 p.m., $15. 353-7445.

Catch 22 Flow Night, weekly, 6 p.m.-2 a.m., $5-$10. 343-1560.

Chopstix Hip-hop DJs and electronic music, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $3. 358-7027.

Club Richbrau DJ Rocky and Friends (dance music), weekly, 9 p.m., $3. 644-3018.

Comedy Club at Mulligan's Sports Grille Bodacious, Averell Carter, 8:30 p.m. 730-8686.

ComedySportz ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7 p.m., $10-$12. "The Empire Rocks Back" (musical parody), weekly, 10 p.m., $12-$14. 266-9377.

Daddio's Grille Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 754-1448.

Emilio's Mayuco (flamenco guitar), 7-9 p.m., weekly, free. Doc Branch and the Keynotes (jazz), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $4. 359-1224.

Enzo's Ristorante Marna Bales Band, 8-11:30 p.m., free. 784-2962.

Europa DJ Jeff McGrath and DJ J.P. (broken beat and house), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.

Funny Bone Jim Florentine, 10:30 p.m., $15. 521-8900.

Fusion Live jazz, weekly, 10 p.m., $7. 249-2338.

Glenn's Tavern Choice, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. DJ Sky, weekly, 12:30-2 a.m., $5. 321-3444.

Hyperlink Café Hype (classic R&B, funk), $5 before 11 p.m. 254-1942.

Jesse's Place Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 550-0804.

Kitty O'Shea's Nick's Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 739-0800.

La Familia Restaurant Salsa Night with DJ Steve (Latin dance music), weekly, free lessons 9-10 p.m., music 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 261-5400.

Lucky Lounge DJ Burn-E (electronic, dance, polka), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 648-5100.

Maggiano's Little Italy The Lee Covington Trio (jazz), weekly, 7-11 p.m., free. 253-0900.

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

Mr. Bojangles Therapy (DJs, roots, rock, reggae and dancehall), weekly, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., $12-$15. 344-2901.

Mulligan's Sports Grille (W. Main St.) Karaoke, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 353-8686.

Nanci Raygun Des_Ark, Bellafea, Rachel Jacobs, 18 and older, 9 p.m., $5. 353-4263.

Playing Field Karaoke with Max, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 755-7700.

Poe's Pub Brad Spivey and the Honky Tonk Experience, 9:30 p.m., $5. 648-2120.

Rare Olde Times Andy, Cindy and Thensome (Irish folk), weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.

Richbrau's TapHouse Grill Gypsy Roots (swing jazz guitar), weekly, 8-11 p.m., free. 644-3018.

Shamrock Pub Karaoke with Brandon Campbell, weekly, 9 p.m. 330-0617.

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

Shenanigans Billy Ray Hatley and the Showdogs, 8:30 p.m., $6. 264-5010.

Sin é Scott Jeffrey's Band, 9 p.m., free. 649-7767.

The Tobacco Company Souler Coaster, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Tonic Flashback Night with DJ Jéréme ('70s, '80, '90s), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 648-4300.

Upper East Side Lounge Jackie Frost Trio (jazz, folk), 7 p.m., $5. Rudy Faulkner and F.R.E.N.S. (R&B, funk), 10 p.m., $10. 467-6182.

VIP Lounge The Beacon Street Band, 9 p.m., free. 282-6518.

Saturday 25

events

Colonial Turf Cup Colonial Downs in New Kent hosts the first leg of the Grand Slam series with the Colonial Turf Cup, starting at 1 p.m. Tickets are $2-$5. 966-RACE.

Fashion Show The Hyperlink Café hosts Rocksteady Runway, a fashion show featuring the work of area designers, at 8 p.m. 814 W. Grace St. 254-1942.

Filipino Cultural Celebration Mission Richmond presents a celebration in honor of Philippine Independence Day with traditional dance and music, starting at 5 p.m. at the Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Admission is $5. 2880 Mountain Road. 323-6412.

Hanover Tavern Art Fair The Hanover Tavern Foundation holds its annual art and crafts fair, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the tavern. Admission is free. 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road. 537-5050.

word

Book Reading Dennis McFarland and Ron Rash read from their work at the Fountain Bookstore at 2 p.m. 1312 E. Cary St. 788-1594.

stage

Landmark Theater The PRCF Ballet gives a tap and jazz dance performance of "The Wonderful Wiz" at 2 p.m. Tickets are $6-$10. 6 N. Laurel St. 646-4213.

music

Church Music Festival Centenary United Methodist Church concludes its summer music festival with "Oh Shutz!" choral and instrumental music of Bach and others performed by the Centenary Festival Choir at 5 p.m. 411 E. Grace St. 288-0259.

Gospel Chicken House 32nd Anniversary Sing The long-running gospel series presents a day of music, featuring Church Yard Grass, The Locklears, Amy Ladd and Friends, Just Inspired and others, noon-10:30 p.m. in Montpelier. $5. 14709 Greenwood Church Road. 883-6487.

Great American Blues, Brews and BBQ Fest The Blind Boys of Alabama headline this food and music festival featuring John Hammond, the Adrian Duke Project and The Rising Sons, 3-10 p.m. at Innsbrook Pavilion. Tickets are $15-$30. Call 217-8800 or visit www.innsbrook.com.

Pocahontas Premieres Pocahontas State Park presents a summer music series at Heritage Amphitheater, starting at 6 p.m. This week, the Choppin' Block Blues Festival features pianist Ann Rabson, Johnny and the Lowdowns and Terry Garland. Tickets are $7-$10. (800) 933-PARK.

museums

Children's Museum of Richmond The "Shadow Play" exhibit goes on permanent display at the museum, starting at 10 a.m. 2626 W. Broad St. 474-CMOR.

Pamplin Historical Park The Fifth Annual Old Time Fair features stunt performers, music, crafts, animals and artillery demonstrations, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Through June 26. Tickets are $7.50-$13.50. Call 861-2408 or visit www.pamplinpark.org.

Virginia Center for Architecture Historian Christopher Novelli leads a walking tour of "Monument Avenue: Richmond's Architectural Arcadia," starting at 2 p.m. $5-$10. 2501 Monument Ave. 644-3041, ext. 100.

night life

Alley Katz The Sweater Band (Weezer tribute), 18 and older, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 643-2816.

Ashland Coffee and Tea Eliza Gilkyson, 8 p.m., $15 in advance. 798-1702.

Bandito's "Saturday Night Nature" Dance Night with DJ Rick Danger, weekly. 354-9999.

Bella Arte George Melvin and Group Sound (jazz), 8 p.m., free. 515-9099.

Bogart's Back Room DIY (retro-funk), 9 p.m., $7. 353-9280.

Buckingham Inn and Tavern Missing Mason (psychedelic rock), 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. 379-3838.

Cabo's Corner Bistro First Impressions (jazz), 9:45 p.m., free. 355-1144.

Capital Coffee and Desserts Nathan Lewis (ukulele and acoustic guitar), 7-9 p.m., free. 204-1755.

Cary Street Café Jazz jam, weekly, 2-5 p.m., free. Muelle (jam), 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

Catch 22 Sex and the City Ladies Night, weekly, 6 p.m.-2 a.m., $5-$10, ladies free until 11 p.m. 343-1560.

Club Richbrau DJ Rocky and Friends (dance music), weekly, 9 p.m., $3. 644-3018.

Comedy Club at Mulligan's Sports Grille Bodacious, Averell Carter, 8:30 p.m. 730-8686.

ComedySportz ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7 p.m., $10-$12. "The Empire Rocks Back" (musical parody), weekly, 10 p.m., $12-$14. 266-9377.

Cotton Club Lyric Ave (spoken word, comedy, hip-hop variety show), weekly, 8 p.m., $10. 752-0179.

Easy Street Naughty Little Monkey. 355-1198.

Enzo's Ristorante Marna Bales Band, 8-11:30 p.m., free. 784-2962.

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

Funny Bone Jim Florentine, 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., $15. 521-8900.

Fusion Live jazz, weekly, 10 p.m., $7. 249-2338.

Glenn's Tavern Choice, DJ Johnny, weekly, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 321-3444.

Kitty O'Shea's Karaoke with Matt Rock, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 739-0800.

La Familia Restaurant Salsa Night with DJ Steve (Latin dance music), weekly, free lessons 9-10 p.m., music 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 261-5400.

Lewis Ginter Recreation Center Hotpoint with Eva Marie (contra dance), 7 p.m., $7-$10. 748-6602.

Lucky Lounge DJ Burn-E (electronic, dance, polka), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 648-5100.

Maggiano's Little Italy The Fred Ostrow Quartet, 7-11 p.m., free. 253-0900.

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

Nanci Raygun Hortus, Argento Agenda, Master Zaster Blaster, 18 and older, 10 p.m., $5. 353-4263.

Nuccio's Restaurant The Carol Covell Trio (jazz), 6:30-9:30 p.m., free. 594-0040.

Poe's Pub George Winn and the Bluegrass Partners, 9 p.m., $5. 648-2120.

Positive Vibe Café Engine 143, 10 p.m.-midnight, free. 560-9622.

Rare Olde Times Andy, Cindy and Thensome (Irish folk), weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.

Richbrau's TapHouse Grill Moonlight Serenade with Tommy Clarke and Russ Hanchin (jazz), weekly, 7-10 p.m., free. 644-3018.

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

Shenanigans Mel Melton and the Wicked Mojos, 8:30 p.m., $8. 264-5010.

Shockoe Espresso and Roastery Inches Apart (acoustic experimental Christian jazz), 7-10 p.m., free. 648-3734.

Sin é Michael James, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.

The Tobacco Company Janet Martin Band, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Tonic Blue Bar with DJ Jéréme Rometti and weekly guests (lounge, jazz, house, '80s retro and breaks), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 648-4300.

Tropical Soul Soultry Saturdays DJ Night (funk, reggae, hip-hop, afrobeat), weekly, 9 p.m., free. 771-1605.

Upper East Side Lounge Reverend Lovejoy (rock), 7 p.m., $5. Downbeat Switch (rock), 10 p.m., $5. 467-6182.

VIP Lounge The Beacon Street Band, 9 p.m., free. 282-6518.

Sunday 26

music

Pops Concert The Richmond Pops and Sweet Adelines perform at the Landmark Theater at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are free. 6 N. Laurel St. 275-5253.

museums

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden The garden hosts an "All-American Celebration" with a cookout, games, and music by The Jangling Reinhardts, 5-8 p.m. $5-$9. 1800 Lakeside Ave. 262-9887.

Valentine Richmond History Center The museum offers a weekly Sunday walking tour of various Richmond locations, starting at 2 p.m. This week, the tour explores "Canal Boats and Cobblestones." Tickets are $6-$7. 649-0711.

night life

Brandermill Inn Wendy and Raye, weekly, 3-7 p.m. 739-8871.

Caddy's Karaoke, weekly, free. 794-3007.

Café Diem Johnny Hott and the Piedmont Souprize, weekly, 7:30-10:30 p.m., free. 353-2500.

Cary Street Café Bluegrass brunch jam, weekly, noon, free. No Use for Humans (experimental cinematic music), 9:30 p.m., $3. 353-7445.

Commercial Taphouse Ames Arnold, Gary Gerloff, Kurt Stemhagen (folk), 9 p.m., free. 359-6544.

Funny Bone Jim Florentine, 7 p.m., $12. 521-8900.

Glenn's Tavern Another Level Band (R&B, funk), weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight. DJ Sky, weekly, 12:30-2 a.m., $5. 321-3444.

Grafiti Grille Jazz brunch with the Farmer Brothers, weekly, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., free. 288-0633.

Grove Avenue Coffee and Tea Divided Highway (bluegrass), weekly, 9 a.m.-noon, free. 288-6211.

Hard Shell Daniel Clark-Jimmy Sullivan Duo, weekly, 11:30 a.m., free. 643-2333.

Jumpin J's Java J's Soleil Jazz Presents the Carol Covell Trio, noon-3 p.m., free. 344-3500.

Kitty O' Shea's Jazz Brunch with the Leon Leary Trio, weekly, noon-2 p.m., free. 739-0800.

Legend Brewery Squalor Hollow Boys (folk, Texas swing), 6-10 p.m., free. 232-3446.

Mars Bar Throwback Dance Night ('80s and eclectic), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Metro Grill Mark Troxell Duo, weekly, 7:30-9:30 p.m., free. 353-4433.

Mulligan's Sports Grille (W. Main St.) Dave Pillsbury's Toot Sweet Jazz Ensemble, weekly, 7 p.m., free. 353-8686.

Nanci Raygun I Live With Zombies, 12 Step Revenge, Homeroom, Hot Young Priest, all ages, 5 p.m., $5. 353-4263.

Richbrau Brewery S.I.N. night, weekly. 644-3018.

Sports Page Open Mic Night, weekly. 379-1844.

Monday 27

word

Book Signing Emyl Jenkins reads and signs copies of her novel "Stealing with Style," 5-7 p.m. at Book People. 536 Granite Ave. 288-4346.

Just Poetry Slam The monthly poetry slam at the Firehouse Theatre starts at 8 p.m. 1609 W. Broad St. 355-2001.

museums

Library of Virginia Patricia Brady gives a talk about her biography "Martha Washington: An American Life" at noon. 800 E. Broad St. 692-3592.

night life

Bogart's Back Room Brown (big band, jazz, funk), 9 p.m., $6. 353-9280.

Café Diem Open-mic night with Wes Edwards, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 353-2500.

Cary Street Café Harrison Deane Band (rock), 8 p.m., free. 353-7445.

Chopstix Information Technology drum 'n' bass DJ show, weekly. 358-7027.

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

Glenn's Tavern Carlton Ayles and Legacy (jazz), weekly, 7:30-10:30 p.m., free. 321-3444.

Mars Bar Milli Vanilli Karaoke, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Nanci Raygun Comrade, all ages, 5 p.m. $5. Sacrosanct (goth, industrial), weekly, 18 and older, 10 p.m., $3-$5. 353-4263.

Penny Lane Karaoke, weekly, free. 780-1682.

Potter's Pub and Grille Karaoke with Matt Rock, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 282-9999.

Tuesday 28

night life

Arthur's at Inns of Virginia Open Mic Night with Pace and Magill, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 288-2800.

Bahama Joe's Karaoke with Smitty, weekly, free. 262-9652.

Bogart's Back Room Mike Gales and the Warriorz (funk), 9 p.m., $2. 353-9280.

Bubba's Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 236-1600.

Cabo's Corner Bistro Ashby Anderson (jazz piano), weekly, 7 p.m., free. 355-1144.

Caddy's Karaoke, weekly, free. 794-3007.

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

Cary Street Café The Grove (jam), weekly, 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

ComedySportz SPARC presents a staged reading of "Songs From Bedlam," 7 p.m., free. 266-9377.

Easy Street Pat O'Brien, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 355-1198.

Europa Dinner and a movie, weekly, 8:30 p.m. 643-0911.

Funny Bone Apollo Night, weekly, 8 p.m., $12. This week, G Man. 521-8900.

Glenn's Tavern Warren Felton's Entertainment Karaoke, weekly, 8:30-10:30 p.m. DJ Fletcher, weekly, 10:30 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 321-3444.

Grafiti Grille The Carol Covell Trio (jazz), 7-10 p.m., free. 288-0633.

Hard Shell Terry Murphy Trio, weekly, 7-9 p.m., free. 643-2333.

Honey Whyte's Movie Night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 643-6022

Hyperlink Café True Music Series (alternative acoustic), weekly, 10 p.m., $2. 254-1942.

Kitty O'Shea's Karaoke with DJ Scuba Steve, weekly. 739-0800.

Legend Brewing Company Tuesday Night Movies, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 232-3446.

Maggiano's Little Italy Charlie Kilpatrick, weekly, 6 p.m. 253-0900.

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

Mulligan's Sports Grille (W. Main St.) Karaoke, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 353-8686.

Nanci Raygun Nekrist, Origin, Battlemaster, Dox (metal), all ages, 7 p.m., $8. 353-4263.

Shenanigans Keith Rogers and Friends, weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 264-5010.

Sin é Dave Pollard, weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.

S.J.'s Lakeside Tavern Karaoke with Sherry, weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 264-3799.

Sports Page Open Mic Night, weekly. 379-1844.

The Tobacco Company Chris Lucas, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Tropical Soul Verses (spoken word, poetry, hip-hop), weekly, 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m., $5. 771-1605.

Visions Dance Club Wendy and Ray, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 379-3800.