Wednesday 24

museums

Science Museum of Virginia Lunch Break Science, the free weekly lecture series, runs noon-1 p.m. This week, Chuck Epes discusses the "State of the Bay." 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.

music

Revolving Mic Extravaganza Hyperlink Café hosts a night of music with Drummie Zeb and the Razor Posse, Yung Spade, Insturmentials, Red Lion and local MCs, with Brazilian dance performances by Resistancia and others, starting at 7 p.m. Free until 9 p.m., $8-$10 after. 814 W. Grace St. 254-1942.

night life

Alley Katz Converge, Suppression, Lord By Fire, War Graves, all ages, 6-10 p.m., $10-$12. 643-2816.

Babes of Carytown Karaoke, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 355-9330.

Bogart's Back Room American Dumpster (rock), 10 p.m., $5. 353-9280.

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

Buffalo Wild Wings (Virginia Center Commons and W. Broad St.) Nard's Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 553-9998.

Bull and Bear Club Lounge Party Open House, weekly, 6-9 p.m., free. 649-8431.

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

Café Diem Moossa, 9 p.m., free. 353-2500.

Canal Club Hump Night Comedy (open mic), weekly, 9-11 p.m., free. 643-2582.

Cary Street Café 7 Pound Star (jam), weekly, 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

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

Cotton Club Brown Sugar Wednesdays with Bam-Bamm (comedy, poetry, soul), weekly, 6 p.m., free. 721-0694.

County Rib & Ale House Rae of Sunshine Karaoke, weekly, 7-11 p.m., free. 675-4447.

Cous Cous Fight the Big Bull (covering Weezer's Blue album), free. 358-0868.

Easy Street Café Nard's Karaoke, weekly, 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 355-1198.

Emilio's Intense City, 10 p.m., $3. 359-1224.

Empire Allen Thompson (solo acoustic), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 344-3323.

Europa Lounge Sessions with DJs Kean and Jereme Rometti (house, funk), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 643-0911.

Funny Bone Open Mic Night, 7:30 p.m., $5. 521-8900.

Ham's Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 965-5520.

Hyperlink Café Caparata & The Revolving Mic Extravaganza, 10 p.m., $5. 254-1942.

J&D's Café Camelot Karaoke, weekly, 7-11 p.m., free. 266-2331.

LA Grill Mike Shiflett and Friends (jazz, R&B), weekly, 8:30-11:30 p.m., free. 266-3328.

Lucky Buddha Service Industry Night, weekly, 9 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.

Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar DJ Williams Projekt (soul, jazz, hip-hop), weekly, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 254-4904.

Murphy's Law II Casey McCue (acoustic), 7:30 p.m., free. 739-0800.

Penny Lane Pub Acoustic open-mic night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 780-1682.

Positive Vibe Café Sheryl Warner and the Southside Homewreckers (blues), 7:30-9:30 p.m., free. 560-9622.

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

Sandy's Restaurant Open-mic night with Rize and Michelle Saud, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., $5. 329-7263.

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

Shenanigans Amy Henderson (acoustic), weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 264-5010.

Tobacco Company Chicago Cy, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Thursday 25

events

Generation Dream "Generation Dream," a musical and spoken-word performance celebrating Martin Luther King Jr., starts at 7 p.m. at the Singleton Center. Free. 922 Park Ave. 828-8824.

word

Banner Lecture Series A. Wilson Greene gives a talk on "Civil War Petersburg: Confederate City in the Crucible of War" at the Virginia Historical Society at noon. Admission is $3-$5. 428 N. Boulevard. 358-4901.

Festival of New American Plays The works of the finalists of the Fifth Annual Festival of New American Plays are presented on alternating days, starting with Sharon Sharth's "Grace" at 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Saturday at the Firehouse Theatre and continuing with David Rush's "One Fine Day" Friday and Sunday at 7:30 p.m. Through Jan. 28. Tickets are $6-$10. 1609 W. Broad St. 355-2001.

Journalism Talk Times-Dispatch reporter, David Ress, speaks about his career as an international journalist, 6:30 p.m. at the Fountain Bookstore. 1312 E. Cary St. 788-1594.

Reading Author Joan Connor reads her work in VCU's Student Commons at 8 p.m. 907 Floyd Ave. 474-3575.

The Writing Show The 2007 season of The Writing Show kicks off with attorney Kirk T. Schroder discussing legal issues in writing in "Legal-Ease for Writers: The Fine Print Does Matter," 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Science Museum of Virginia. $5-$10. 2500 W. Broad St. 474-3575.

music

Art After Hours The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts hosts a winter series with music, art, poetry, food, wine tastings and more Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. through Feb. 22. This week, The Joe Scott Band plays the blues and Kate Beles reads. Tickets are $5-$60. 200 N. Boulevard. 340-1405.

stage

Chamberlayne Actors Theatre "The Runner Stumbles," a murder mystery written by Milan Stitt, starts at 8 p.m. Through Feb. 10. Tickets $10-$13. 319 North Wilkinson Road. 262-9760.

night life

Alley Katz Motion Picture Demise, Crackjaw, Brave Rifles, all ages, 6-10 p.m., $7. 643-2816.

Amigo's Camelot Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 262-9652.

Ashland Coffee & Tea Fred Eaglesmith (roots), 8 p.m., $16. 798-1702.

Azzurro Restaurant Mike Ess, Jon Cannon and Laura Ann Boyd (jazz), 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 Live music, 10 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.

Brio Tuscan Grille The Carol Covell Trio (jazz), weekly, 6-9 p.m., free. 272-2255.

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

Buffalo Wild Wings (Broad St.) Nard's Karaoke, weekly, free. 672-8732.

Cabo's Corner Bistro Steve Bassett, weekly, 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 Richmond Symphony presents Double Take!, a reworking of classical music, 7 p.m., $10. Downbeat Switch, Chicken Grease, Crucial Elements, 9 p.m., $5. 643-2582.

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

Caribbean Mingles Talent showcase (performance, fashion), weekly, 8:30 p.m., $5. 397-4032.

Cary Street Café The Transmitters, 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

Club Richbrau DJ dance night, weekly, 8 p.m. 644-3018.

Club Z2 Nard's Karaoke, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 249-9930.

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

Curry House Nard's Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 762-4411.

Emilio's Acoustic Trio with members of The Grove, 10 p.m., $3. 359-1224.

Europa Escape with Oliver K (dark progressive house), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.

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

Hyperlink Café Hip-hop dance party with Bobby La Beat, DJ Grimes and Rudeboi, 10 p.m., $3-$5. 254-1942.

Las Casas Grandes Casey McCue (acoustic), 7 p.m., free. 267-1684.

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.

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

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

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

Pearl Throwback Thursdays ('80s and '90s), weekly, 6 p.m. 545-8983.

Poe's Pub Dean Fields Band, 9:30 p.m., $5. 648-2120.

Pour House West End Co-Pilot, 9:30 p.m., free. 364-9083.

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

Rocks DJ L-Roy, weekly, 7 p.m., $5. 648-ROCK.

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

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

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.

Tobacco Company 3rd Wave, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Tonic Soul Kitchen (music and poetry), weekly, 8 p.m., $7. 304-6857.

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

Friday 26

galleries

1212 Gallery Fourth Friday kicks off with openings by Diane Clement, Lynn Limon and Martin McFadden with a reception, 7-10 p.m. Through February 18. 12 E. 12th St. 233-9957.

ADA Gallery A show of new work by Jared Lindsay Clark and Randy Hess opens with a reception, 7-10 p.m. Through Feb. 24. 228 W. Broad St. 644-0100.

Anderson Gallery The Winter 2007 Exhibition features Gerald Donato's "Reinventing the Game," 7-9 p.m. Through March 4. 901 W. Franklin St. 828-1522.

Artspace Openings from artists Douglas Barkey, Kitty Johnson and Jessica Sims, 7-10 p.m. Through Feb. 18. 0 E. Fourth St. 232-6464.

Art Works The Fourth Friday show features ceramic creations from Matt Cross, Bret Bushnell and Glenda Kotchish; photographic exhibits by Yvonne Humphries and Kristin Martin; abstracts by Marge Matheson; and aquarium art by Ernest Johnson, opening with a reception, 7-10 p.m. 320 Hull St. 291-1400.

Bankuet Place "Middleground," mixed-media drawing, installation and sculpture by Katie Glusica and Jane Winfield, opens with a reception, 7 p.m.-midnight at the new gallery space. 1129 Hull St. 614-7210.

Project Space Gallery "Where Are You Going, Where Are You From?" photography-turned-postcard project by Rosemary Kate Jesionowski, opens with a reception, 6-9 p.m. Through Feb. 21. 0 E. Fourth St. 564-4998.

Solvent Space A show of works by Margret Blondal opens with a reception and lecture, 6-8 p.m. Through February. 0 E. Fourth St. in Plant Zero. 827-0984.

TorMan Essential Energy Products A show of paintings by James Poole opens with a reception, 6:30-9 p.m. 29 N. 17th St. 648-5900.

museums

University of Richmond Museums Visiting lecturer Ilgim Veryeri-Alaca gives a talk on "Drop, Breath and Awe" at the Harnett Museum of Art, 12:30-1 p.m. 289-8276.

night life

Alley Katz Saint Diablo, Strike Threw, Ronin's Story, Amber Shutdown, 5-9 p.m., $8. Soft Complex, Cedars, Army of Me, all ages, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $7. 643-2816.

Ashland Coffee & Tea Stephanie Nakasian and the Hod O'Brien Trio, Veronica Swift O'Brien (jazz), 8 p.m., $15. 288-2800.

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

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

Bogart's Back Room Pennyshaker (funk, rock), 10 p.m., $5. 353-9280.

Buffalo Wild Wings (Shockoe Slip) Nard's Karaoke, weekly, $1. 648-8900.

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

Canal Club The Big Payback (James Brown tribute), 8:30 p.m., $8-$10. 643-2582.

Caribbean Mingles Friday After Work Party with DJ Ace and Rich Boy (hip-hop, R&B, reggae), weekly, 5-8 p.m., $5. 780-0013.

Cary Street Café Intense City, 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

Club Richbrau DJ Rocky and Friends (dance music), weekly, 8 p.m., $3. 644-3018.

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

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

Curry House Sahara Breeze Dancers (belly-dancing), weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 762-4411.

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

Emilio's The RJR Duo (jazz), weekly, 7-9 p.m., free. Doc Branch & The Keynotes (jazz), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 359-1224.

Enzo's Ristorante Chicago Cy, 8 p.m., free. 784-2962.

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

Funny Bone Charlie Murphy, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $28. 521-8900.

Goals Tavern Sherry's Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 746-5444.

Godfrey's Reflex Dance Night (Brit pop), 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $3-$5. 648-3957.

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

Hyperlink Café YO! RVA Raps, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $3-$5. 254-1942.

Lucky Buddha DJ Night, weekly, 11 p.m., free. 648-5100.

Mars Bar New Wave 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.

Murphy's Law II Nick's Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 739-0800.

Poe's Pub The Atkinsons, 9:30 p.m., $5. 648-2120.

Pour House West End Ladies '80s with DJ Disco Stew and DJ Jizzy Trent Dance Party, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 364-9083.

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.

Sin é Harrison Deane Band, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.

Stratford Grill Camelot Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 320-1218.

Sycamore Rouge T. Turner Brown & Company (jazz), 8 p.m., $10-$12. 957-5707.

Thai Curry House Richmond Underground presents Level II (retro electric, dance music), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 358-7027.

Tobacco Company Mo Debree, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Saturday 27

events

Casino Night Vintage Vegas comes to Richmond with the 12th Annual Children's Hospital Casino Night, 7 p.m.-1 a.m. at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. 228-5218.

Petersburg Church Tours The Petersburg 2007 committee presents a tour of 20 historic Petersburg churches, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 733-2352.

film

Teleport ADA Gallery's film night premieres the William E. Jones documentary about fans of Morrissey, "Is It Really So Strange?" at 8 p.m. Free. 228 W. Broad St. 644-0100.

word

SlamRichmond SlamRichmond: Season Too presents Ladies Night Slam at Artspace at 8 p.m. Admission is $5. 0 E. Fourth St. 232-6464.

stage

Modlin Center The dance troupe Cirque éloise presents "Rain" at 7:30 p.m. Through Jan. 30. This show is sold-out. $8-$36. 289-8980.

museums

Children's Museum of Richmond The Seventh Annual Kids' Carniball celebrates with New Orleans-themed activities, music, food, crafts and more, 4-8 p.m. Tickets are $20-$25. 2626 W. Broad St. 474-7005.

Science Museum of Virginia The visiting exhibition "Amazing Music Studio" lets visitors create music, dance on a piano, sing in the shower and more, through May 6. Admission is $9-$10. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.

night life

Alley Katz Memory Fade, Culdera, Navel, Ravens' Place, all ages, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $5-$7. 643-2816.

Ashland Coffee & Tea Gypsy Roots (jazz menouche), 8 p.m., $10. 798-1702.

Bahama Joe's Live country music, weekly, 9:15 p.m., $5. 262-9652.

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

Bleu Bistro Matt and Alan of Mozely Rose, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 750-1120.

Bogart's Back Room The XstatiX (jazz, rock), 10 p.m., $5. 353-9280.

Bottega Bistro Thomas Coleman (acoustic guitar), weekly, 6-9 p.m., free. 379-9899.

Café Diem The Big Guys, 9 p.m., free. 353-2500.

Canal Club Laden Angel, 8:30 p.m., $5. 643-2582.

Cary Street Café Cary Street Café Jazz Jam Band, weekly, 2-5 p.m., free. Brown Sabbath (Black Sabbath cover band), 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

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

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

County Rib and Ale House Q94's Pauly Madison, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 675-4447.

Emilio's Wrenn Mangum, Buttafly Vasquez, 10 p.m., $3. 359-1224.

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

Funny Bone Charlie Murphy, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $28. 521-8900.

Gallery 5 Prabir & the Substitutes, David Shultz and The Skyline, The Old Ceremony, Lejeune, 7 p.m., $5. 644-0005.

Lakeside Tavern The Influence (rock), 9 p.m., free. 264-3288.

Lucky Buddha DJ Night, weekly, 11 p.m., free. 648-5100.

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

Poe's Pub Silverback Blues Burner, 9:30 p.m., $5. 648-2120.

Pour House West End Illusive Dream, 9:30 p.m., $2. 364-9083.

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

Richbrau's TapHouse Grill The Shiny Stockings Trio featuring Russ Hanchin, Joe Sarver and Maria Garcia (classic swing jazz and bossa), weekly, 8-11 p.m., free. 644-3018.

Sin é Ray Pittman Project, 9 p.m., free. 649-7767.

Sycamore Rouge Klaxton Brown (smooth jazz, R&B), 8 p.m., $10-$12. 957-5707.

Tobacco Company Mo Debree, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Sunday 28

events

Virginia Comicon More comic-related stuff than the city's seen in 25 years, coming to The Crowne Plaza, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $3-$4. 6532 W. Broad St. 303-0455.

word

Book Signing Sylvia Clute discusses and signs copies of her book on global issues, "Destiny Unveiled," 7:30 p.m. at Café Gutenberg. 1700 E. Main St. 497-5000.

music

Richmond Symphony Genworth Financial Kicked Back Classics presents Double Take! a reworking of classical music, 5 p.m. at the Science Museum of Virginia. Tickets are $17. 2500 W. Broad St. 788-1212.

VCU Guitar Series Flamenco guitarist Miguelito performs at 4 p.m. at the Singleton Center. Tickets are $10. 922 Park Ave. 828-6776.

stage

Columbian Center The Reflections Repertory Company and the Catholic Woman's Club present "Love and Laughter: A Selection of One Act Plays" at 1 p.m. Tickets are $15-$25. 2324 Pump Rd. 266-3612.

museums

Virginia War Memorial Virginia Military Institute's Commanders Jazz Band performs a concert at the Virginia War Memorial at 2 p.m. Free. 621 S. Belvidere St. 786-2060.

night life

Bailey's Smokehouse & Tavern (W. Broad St.) Nard's Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 755-6800.

Bleu Bistro Nard's Karaoke, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 750-1120.

Bottom Billiards Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 643-4323.

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

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.

Canal Club Step Out Sundays, weekly, 9 p.m., $10 after 11 p.m. 643-2582.

Cary Street Café Bluegrass brunch jam, weekly, 2-5 p.m., free. The Spaceheaters (jam rock), 9 p.m., free. 353-7445.

Commercial Taphouse ISM (jazz), 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 359-6544.

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

Emilio's Divine Profitz, DJ Midgett, DJ Chinky Eye (hip-hop), 9 p.m., $5. 359-1224.

Funny Bone Charlie Murphy, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $28. 521-8900.

Grafiti Grille Jazz brunch with Rusty Farmer and Mike Ess, weekly, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., free. 288-0633.

Jumpin J's Java J's Soleil Jazz, weekly, noon-3 p.m., free. 344-3500.

Legend Brewing Company Bluegrass jam, weekly, 6 p.m., free. This week, The Slack Family. 232-3446.

Mars Bar JayBoy and Fan Free Clinic present Take a Trip to Mars, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Positive Vibe Café Chicago Cy (jazz brunch), 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., free. 560-9622.

Sandy's Restaurant Open-mic night with Rize and Michelle Saud, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., $5. 329-7263.

Stratford Grill Camelot Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 320-1218.

T.G.I. Friday's Nard's Karaoke, weekly, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 360-7926.

Monday 29

word

Just Poetry Slam James River Writers and Yellow House present a battle of poets, 8 p.m. at the Firehouse Theatre. Free. 1609 W. Broad St. 355-2001.

night life

Bogart's Back Room Southside Future Squad (experimental jazz), 10 p.m., $5. 353-9280.

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

Cary Street Café Ominotago (acoustic duo), weekly, 9 p.m., free. 353-7445.

Funny Bone Wesley Taylor Memorial Comedy Night with Bam Bamm, Odyssey Michaels, Adam Dodd, Antione Scott, John D. Miller and Steve Trevino, 7:30 p.m., $15. 521-8900.

Hollywood Grill Benyaro, 9 p.m., free. 819-1988.

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

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

Pour House West End Movie Night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 364-9083.

Tuesday 30

events

Dancing With the Stars Joey McIntyre, Drew Lachey, Harry Hamlin, Sara Evans, Jerry Springer plus a bunch of real dancers come to the Richmond Coliseum at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $47.50-$94. Call 262-8100 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.

night life

Bahama Joe's Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 262-9652.

Bleu Bistro Open-mic jam with Wop of Government Cheese, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 750-1120.

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

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.

Cherry Lounge Salsa Night with free lessons, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 285-9061.

Corner Bar and Grill Open-mic night with J. Cornachione, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 213-3046.

Curry House Nard's Karaoke (international night), weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 762-4411.

Davis & Main The RJR Duo with John Conley, Ryan Hughitt and featuring Jason Gay (jazz), weekly, 7:30-10:30 p.m., free. 353-6641.

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

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

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

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.

Murphy's Law II Karaoke with DJ Scuba Steve, weekly. 739-0800.

Poe's Pub Blues jam with Little Willie and the Hot Dogs, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 648-2120.

Pour House West End Kamikaze Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 364-9083.

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

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

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

Sticky Rice Nard's Karaoke, weekly, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., $3. 358-7870.

Tobacco Company Fetherston/Tiller, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Triple Restaurant DJ Paul (techno dub), weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 359-7777.

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

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