Wednesday 12

events

Richmond RiverDogs The RiverDogs take on the Danville Trashers at the Richmond Coliseum at 7:35 p.m. Tickets are $10-$26. 262-8100 or visit www.riverdogshockey.com.

music

Gerald and Eddie Levert in Concert Father and son R&B legends perform classic doo-wop as well as selections from Gerald's latest release, "Do I Speak for the World?" at the Landmark Theater at 8 p.m. Tickets are $48.50, available from www.ticketmaster.com or 262-8100.

Piano Recital James Weaver on baritone and Joanne Kong on piano perform works by Beethoven, Schumann and more at Camp Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. 289-8980.

galleries

Huguenot Senior Center The Bon Air Artists Association presents a painting exhibition at the senior center through March 9. 1807 Huguenot Road. 359-8893.

museums

Science Museum of Virginia The Funsten Science Lecture Series presents Karen Kester discussing how "Bugs Fight Terrorism," 7-8:30 p.m. Admission is free. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.

night life

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

Azzurro The Russ Hanchin/Joe Sarver Duo (jazz), weekly, 6:30-9:30 p.m., free.

Babe's Karaoke, weekly, free.

Bajama Joe's R&B Night, weekly, free.

Bella Arte KStraw Quartet (jazz, open mic), weekly, 8:30-11:30 p.m., free.

Bogart's Back Room The Rusticators (contemporary), 9 p.m., $5.

Bottega Bistro Tommy Witten Trio, weekly, 6 p.m.

Bottom Line Nick's karaoke, weekly.

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

Break Time Sports Bar Brent Small, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free.

Cabo's Corner Bistro Johnny Houston and the Legends, weekly, 8:30-11 p.m., free.

Caddy's Karaoke, weekly, free.

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

Catch 22 Diva Las Vegas (drag show), weekly, 18 and older, 11:15 p.m.

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

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

Emilio's Southside, weekly.

Europa Ground Zero featuring DJ Sean Lowder, weekly, 10 p.m., free.

Funny Bone J. Medicine Hat, 8 p.m., $10.

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

Halo Atmosphere, weekly dance night of house, breaks, techno and drum 'n' bass, 11:30 p.m.

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

Kitty O'Shea's Porch Dogs, 7-10:30 p.m.

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

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

Nanci Raygun Jean Grae, Diverse, Dollars and Pounds, Sound Proof, 18 and older, 9 p.m., $10-$12.

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

Potter's Pub and Grille Chelsea and Beau, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free.

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

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

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

Shenanigans Amy Henderson (alternative folk rock), weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. Mike Brick and the Music-Grinders, 8:30 p.m., $5.

Sin é DC Motors, 9 p.m.-midnight, free.

Theresa's Italian Villa Karaoke with host Doug Price, weekly, 8 p.m.

The Tobacco Company Just Desserts, 8 p.m., free.

Upper East Side Lounge Doctors of Jazz (Dixieland jazz), 7-10 p.m., $5.

Thursday 13

events

Lecture The Richmond Chapter of the Archaeological Institute of America presents Walter Witschey talking about "Mundo Maya, the Mayao'ob from Outer Space" at the Science Museum of Virginia at 6 p.m. Admission is free. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.

music

Art After Hours The winter social event at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts features music, poetry, beer and wine tastings and art tours, 6-9 p.m. This week, the Phifer Marshall Band performs Chicago blues. Tickets are $10. 200 N. Boulevard. 340-1405.

night life

Alley Katz Melvin Sparks, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $8.

Ashland Coffee and Tea David Mallett, Len Jaffe, 8 p.m., $12.

Baja Bean Co. A Lo Hecho Pecho, weekly, 10 p.m., $3.

Bajama Joe's Top 40 Dance Night, weekly, free.

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

Bogart's Back Room Flesh Mountain Boys (bluegrass), 9 p.m., $5.

Bottega Bistro Thomas Coleman, weekly, 6 p.m.

Brandermill Inn Karaoke with Stevie Ray Braun, weekly.

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

Caddy's Karaoke, weekly, free.

Cabo's Corner Bistro Marna Bales Band, 9-11:30 p.m.

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

Canal Club Jimmy's Chicken Shack, Copper, 8 p.m., $10-$12.

Capital Ale House Therapeutic Thursdays, weekly, 5 p.m.

Cary Street Café Dubconscious (reggae), 10 p.m., $5.

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

Europa Escape featuring DJ Jeff McGrath (progressive house), weekly, 10 p.m., free.

Fox Head Inn Jazz series featuring the Tomasini Trio (Latin jazz), weekly, 7-10 p.m., $3.

Funny Bone J. Medicine Hat, 8 p.m., $10.

Fusion Yo' Mama's Brass Band (jazz), 8:30 p.m., $5.

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

Kitty O'Shea's Open Mic Blues Jam, 8:30-11 p.m.

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

Mars Bar '80s Hits and Electronic Dance Night, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., free.

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

Nanci Raygun Remnants, One-21, Murderin' Cannons, all ages, 5 p.m., $5. Richmatic (underground hip-hop), weekly, 10 p.m., $1-$3. This week, a Networking Party featuring DJ Virgil.

NV Infiltrate (house, down-tempo, drum 'n' bass), weekly.

O'Brienstein's Michael St. James, weekly, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Out of Bounds Jason Horst, weekly, 10 p.m.

Poe's Pub Jackass Flats (bluegrass), 9 p.m., $5.

Potter's Pub and Grille Co-Pilot, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., $2.

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

Seasons Caucasion Brown, weekly, 7-11 p.m.

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

Shenanigans Randy Waller (bluegrass), 8 p.m., $5.

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

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

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

Theresa's Italian Villa Karaoke with host Doug Price, weekly, 8 p.m.

The Tobacco Company Jack Diamond and Friends, weekly, 8 p.m., free.

Tropical Soul Chicken Grease, weekly, 7-11 p.m., $5.

Upper East Side Lounge Swing dancing with the Upper East Side Big Band, weekly, 8 p.m., $5.

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

Friday 14

events

Richmond RiverDogs The RiverDogs take on the Adirondack Frostbite at the Richmond Coliseum at 7:35 p.m. Tickets are $10-$26. 262-8100 or visit www.riverdogshockey.com.

Virginia Motor Trend International Auto Show A collection of hundreds of new model vehicles, concept cars and exotic vehicles is on display at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Through Jan. 16. Tickets are $2-$8. 403 N. Third St. 788-7300.

stage

Firehouse Theatre The Acts of Faith Festival continues with a production of "Blessed Assurance," presented by the Essential Theatre and the Firehouse Theatre Project at 8 p.m. Through Jan. 23. Tickets are $8-$15. 1609 W. Broad St. 355-2001.

Modlin Center The Fred Garbo Inflatable Theater Company performs its mix of comedy, dance and theater with giant inflatable objects at 3:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets are $8. 289-8980.

galleries

Second Fridays Art Openings See the Opening section in the Galleries box for information on the galleries' opening receptions.

night life

Alley Katz Ingram Hill, 18 and older, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $6-$8.

Andy's Big Boss Man.

Ashland Coffee and Tea Chris Fuller and Ned Henson, 8 p.m., $5.

Bajama Joe's Live country music, weekly, $5.

Bogart's Back Room Oregon Hill Funk All-Stars (funk), 9 p.m., $7.

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

Cary Street Café The Harrison Deane Band (rock), 10 p.m., $5.

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

Club Richbrau DJ Rocky and Friends (dance music), weekly, 9 p.m., free.

Comedy Alley ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7 p.m., $10. Punch (comedy skits), 10 p.m., $10.

Comedy Club at Mulligan's Sports Grille (Mechanicsville) Glen Jensen, Chad-e-o, Laurence Mullaney, 8:30 p.m.

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

Don Papa Grande Restaurant Salsa Night with DJ Steve, weekly, 18 and older, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5.

Emilio's Dr. Branch and Keynotes (jazz), weekly, 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free.

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

Funny Bone J. Medicine Hat, 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., $12.

Fusion Chez Roue Orchette featuring Roger Carrol, 10 p.m., $5.

Glenn's Tavern Friday Night Blast (live music), weekly, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Grant's Jazz Bar Big Pat and Legion Band, weekly, 9:30 p.m., $5.

Kitty O'Shea's Karaoke, weekly.

Legend Brewing Company The McGuffin, Stacy Koviak, M-Unit, 9 p.m.

Mars Bar '80s Hits and Electronic Dance Night, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., free.

Mr. Bojangles "3rd Floor!" DJs (roots, rock, reggae and dancehall), weekly.

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

Nanci Raygun Too Late the Hero, Everything Falls Together, A Rose: A Crush, Between Home and Serenity, all ages, 7 p.m., $5.

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

Poe's Pub Mo DeBree, 9:30 p.m. $5.

Potter's Pub and Grille Delacroix, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., $2.

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

Richbrau's Taphouse Grill Gypsy Roots (jazz and swing strings), weekly, 8:30-11:30 p.m.

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

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

Shenanigans Mark Wenner (from The Nighthawks) and Terry Garland, 8:30 p.m., $8.

Shockoe Espresso and Roastery Michelle Raymond (original folk acoustic), 7-10 p.m., free.

Sin é Little Rodger and the Cheap Thrills, 9 p.m., free.

The Tobacco Company Marna Bales Band, 9:30 p.m., free.

Upper East Side Lounge Rudy Faulkner and F.R.E.N.S. (R&B, funk), weekly, 9 p.m., $10.

VIP Lounge Singing River Band, free.

Saturday 15

events

Benefit Dinner The Fox Head Inn hosts a dinner to celebrate its 45th year and raise funds for Safe Harbor, an organization that fights domestic violence, with wine-tasting and live entertainment. Tickets are $75 and dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. 1840 Manakin Road. 784-5126.

Book Signing L. Diane Wolfe signs copies of "Lori," the story of a young swimmer with Olympic aspirations, at Waldenbooks at Regency Square, 1-3 p.m. 740-1253.

Lecture The Richmond Forum presents Michael Beschloss and Walter Isaacson discussing "Key Presidential Elections and Decisions That Have Influenced the Course of U.S. History" at the Landmark Theater at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25. 6 N. Laurel St. 330-3993.

Reading Ann Archer, Melanie Lamaga, Leah Lamb and Jason Long present "4 at 6 at 8," readings of poetry and prose at Art6 Gallery at 8 p.m. Admission is free. 6 E. Broad St. 343-1406.

Richmond RiverDogs The RiverDogs take on the Adirondack Frostbite at the Richmond Coliseum at 7:35 p.m. Tickets are $10-$26. Call 262-8100 or visit www.riverdogshockey.com.

Virginia Motor Trend International Auto Show A collection of hundreds of new model vehicles, concept cars and exotic vehicles is on display at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Through Jan. 16. Tickets are $2-$8. 403 N. Third St. 788-7300.

music

Bluegrass Concert Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver bring their gospel bluegrass sound to the West End Assembly of God at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12. 401 Parham Road. For information, call 320-7067.

stage

Firehouse Theatre The Acts of Faith Festival continues with a production of "Blessed Assurance," presented by the Essential Theatre and the Firehouse Theatre Project at 8 p.m. Through Jan. 23. Tickets are $8-$15. 1609 W. Broad St. 355-2001.

James River High School The Jessica Morgan School of Dance and other city dance programs present the Virginia Dance Festival, a fund-raising showcase of dance benefiting Children's Hospital. There are two performances, 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $7.50-$10. 3700 James River Road. 739-7600.

St. Paul's Episcopal Church The Tony Cosby Theatre Company presents "King Speaks," a re-enactment of speeches by Martin Luther King Jr., at 9:30 a.m. 815 E. Grace St. Cosby presents "King Speaks" at various locations through Feb. 25. For more information, call 321-6700.

museums

Virginia Historical Society "Children of Hope: African-American Childhood in Virginia" opens, running through July 10. 428 N. Boulevard. 358-4901.

night life

Alley Katz Battle for Ozzfest with Sicks Deep, A Lost Order, St. Diablo, Downward Halo, all ages, 5 p.m., $6-$8.

Ashland Coffee and Tea The Avett Brothers, Michael Reno Harrell, 8 p.m., $12.

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

Bogart's Back Room Pennyshaker (funk, rock), 9 p.m., $7.

Canal Club River City Blues Society's 5th anniversary with Michael Burks and EG Kight, 8 p.m., $12-$15.

Cary Street Café Jazz jam, weekly, 2-4 p.m., free. The Recipe, 10 p.m., $12.

Club Richbrau DJ Rocky and Friends (dance music), weekly, 9 p.m., free.

Comedy Alley ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m., $10.

Comedy Club at Mulligan's Sports Grille (Mechanicsville) Glen Jensen, Chad-e-o, Laurence Mullaney, 8:30 p.m.

Don Papa Grande Restaurant Salsa Night with DJ Steve, weekly, 18 and older, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5.

Emilio's Mayuco (flamenco guitar), weekly, 7-9 p.m.

Europa DJ Omar Faison (broken beat and Afro-jazz), weekly, 10 p.m., free.

Funny Bone J. Medicine Hat, 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., $14.

Fusion Terry Murphy Band with Kevin Simpson, 10 p.m., $5.

Glenn's Tavern Disco by Johnny "The Unknown DJ," weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m.

Gospel Chicken House Mill Swamp Messengers, Sober Ministries, 7 p.m., free.

Kitty O'Shea's Karaoke, weekly.

Mars Bar '80s Hits and Electronic Dance Night, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., free.

Nanci Raygun Direct Control, Dissystema, Aghast, the Social Dropouts, all ages, 5 p.m., $5. Avec, Now Sleepyhead, Single Spies, 18 and older, 10 p.m., $5.

Poe's Pub Zach Brooke, 9:30 p.m., $5.

Potter's Pub and Grille Storm, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., $3.

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

Richbrau's TapHouse Grill Paul Walton and Tommy Clark (traditional jazz), weekly, 6:30 p.m., free.

Rock Falls Tavern Little Rodger and the Cheap Thrills, $4.

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

Shenanigans The Orderlies, Blue Line Highway, 9 p.m., $6.

Sin é Phifer Marshall, 9 p.m.-midnight, free.

Taste Fahari Sound (reggae), weekly, 21 and older, $5.

The Tobacco Company Marna Bales Band, 9:30 p.m., free.

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.

Tropical Soul Live jazz, weekly, 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m.

Upper East Side Lounge Night Vision featuring Claudia Carawan (jazz, Motown), 9 p.m.-midnight, $5.

VIP Lounge Singing River Band, free.

Sunday 16

events

Virginia Motor Trend International Auto Show A collection of hundreds of new model vehicles, concept cars and exotic vehicles is on display at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tickets are $2-$8. 403 N. Third St. 788-7300.

music

Children's Choir Concert Hope Armstrong Erb and Sean Linfors direct the Greater Richmond Children's Choir in a performance of works by Copland, Bach and others at the Singleton Center at 4 p.m. Tickets are $3-$5. 922 Park Ave. 828-2772.

Classical Music Concert Baritone Michael Renninger, cellist William Comita, violinist Laura Roelofs and accompanist Patrick Carlin give a free concert at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart at 2 p.m. 823 Park Ave. 359-5651.

Strings Concert Bassist Edgar Meyer and mandolin player Chris Thile perform their compositions at the Modlin Center at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5-$30. 289-8980.

stage

The Oscars Salon Tony Cosby and Rodney Choice present "The Meeting," the re-enactment of an encounter between Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, in Meadowood Square at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets are $15. They perform "The Meeting" at various locations through Feb. 25. 5100 Henrico Turnpike. For more information, call 321-6700.

galleries

Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen "Epiphany: Inspired Revelations," oil portraits and landscapes by Chauyi Gao and Erjun Zhao, opens with a reception, 4-6 p.m. The show runs through March 12. 2880 Mountain Road. 261-6200.

museums

Edgar Allan Poe Museum The museum celebrates the author's 196th birthday with an open house featuring a performance of "The Tell-Tale Heart," Poe-inspired artwork and the reading of a recently discovered letter by Poe, as well as a lecture, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets are $5-$6. 1914 E. Main St. 648-5523.

night life

Bogart's Back Room Carol Covell and Company (jazz), 9 p.m., $5.

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.

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

Cary Street Café Bluegrass brunch jam, weekly, noon, free. McLaw's Drive (jam, funk), weekly, 10 p.m., $5.

Catch 22 Jack Diamond (Sinatra swing), weekly, 7 p.m.-midnight, $5.

Commercial Taphouse Harry Gore (human jukebox), 9 p.m., free.

Don Papa Grande Restaurant Salsa Night with DJ Steve, weekly, dance lessons 6-8 p.m., dancing 8-10 p.m., 18 and older, $5.

Fox & Hounds Vulnerable Jones, weekly.

Funny Bone J. Medicine Hat, 7 p.m., $10. Erotic Hypnotic with J. Medicine Hat, 9:30 p.m., $14.

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

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

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

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

Havana '59 Sunday Brunch with Havana Son (salsa), weekly, noon-2 p.m., free.

Jumpin' J's Java J's Soleil Jazz presents Gene Pendleton and Friends, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., free.

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

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

Nanci Raygun Nisus, Ambition's Last Stand, Hazel Lies, Hell to Pay, all ages, 5 p.m., $5.

Potter's Pub and Grille Randy Roe (Elvis tribute), 8:30-11 p.m.

Richbrau Brewery S.I.N. night, weekly.

Sports Page Open Mic Night, weekly.

Monday 17

night life

Bogart's Back Room DJ Williams Projekt (jazz, funk, hip-hop), 9 p.m., $6.

Café Diem Open-mic night with Wes Edwards, weekly, free.

Cary Street Café Tripp n' Jenny (bluegrass), 8 p.m., free.

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

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

Emilio's Open Mic spoken word and poetry with DJ Wommack, weekly, 10 p.m., $3.

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

Mojo's Open mic hosted by Tyler Henderson, weekly.

Nanci Raygun An Albatross, Cinema Eye, Aqui, Mass Movement of the Moth, all ages, 5 p.m., $6. Sacrosanct (goth, industrial), weekly, 18 and older, 10 p.m., $3-$5.

Penny Lane Karaoke, weekly, free.

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

Tuesday 18

events

Lecture Paula I. Otto moderates a discussion of "Women and a Caring Community" at the Library of Virginia, following a tour of "Working Out Her Destiny: Women's History in Virginia." The tour starts at 5:30 p.m. Admission is free. 800 E. Broad St. 692-3592.

music

Alison Krauss and Union Station The bluegrass superstars perform at the Landmark Theater at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are sold-out. 646-4213.

galleries

University of Richmond Museums "Silent Spring: Andy Warhol's 'Endangered Species' and 'Vanishing Animals'" opens with a lecture by Vivienne Shaffer on "Interconnected Artistry: Comparisons of the Lives and Works of Rachel Carson and Andy Warhol" followed by a reception, 7-9 p.m., at the Lora Robins Gallery of Design From Nature. Through July 30. 289-8276.

night life

Bajama Joe's Karaoke with Smitty, weekly, free.

Bogart's Back Room Mike Gales and the Warriorz (funk), 9 p.m., $5.

Break Time Sports Bar Brent Small, weekly, 8 p.m., free.

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

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

Caddy's Karaoke, weekly, free.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Maggiano's Charlie Kilpatrick, weekly, 6 p.m.

Mars Bar Plastik Wrap (Brit pop, new wave), weekly, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., free.

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

O'Brienstein's Michael St. James, weekly, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Potter's Pub and Grille Wendi Pace and Friends, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free.

Rare Olde Times His and Hers (acoustic vocal duo), weekly, 8 -10 p.m.

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

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

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

Sports Page Open Mic Night, weekly.

The Tobacco Company John Fetherston, 8 p.m., free.

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

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

Wildcats Karaoke with Big Jim, weekly, 8 p.m., free.