Wednesday 12
museums
Science Museum of Virginia The Lunch Break Science lecture series continues with “Family of Invention: Searching for the Airplane in the Wright Brothers’ Attic,” presented by Stuart Nixon, noon-1 p.m. Free. 864-1400.
night life
Alex’s Extreme New Wave Dance Party, New York Deli, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 358-3354.
Bitch, Babes of Carytown, 8 p.m., $10. 355-9330.
Beach music, Caddyshack Lounge (Ashland), weekly, 7 p.m., free. 798-4231.
Cowboy Bill Martin (comedy) Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m., $15. 521-8900.
Fight the Big Bull (jazz), Cous Cous, 10 p.m., free. 358-0868.
Fred Ostrow and Lee Covington (jazz), Maggiano’s Little Italy, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.
Irish Bands, Rosie Connolly’s, 8 p.m., free. 343-1063.
The Katz Band (jazz/Motown), Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 254-4904.
Live Jazz, Dixie Diner, 7 p.m., free. 732-7425.
Mercy Creek, Tobacco Company, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Rasputina, Mathematicans, Now Sleepyhead, Alley Katz, 7 p.m., $10-$12. 643-2816.
Retrolution (industrial), Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.
Service Industry Night, Lucky Buddha, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 648-5100.
Tommy Witten Trio featuring Emme St. James, Bottega Bistro, weekly, 6:30-9:30 p.m., free. 379-9899.
Tracy Retchin, Cabo’s, 7:30 p.m., free. 355-1144.
WTF Wednesdays (punk hardcore DJ), Empire, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 344-3323.
The Wrest with Pat O’Brien (rock), Sharky’s, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 273-1888.
Thursday 13
word
Book Signing Mike Gilbert will sign copies of “The Switch Effect: A Real-Life Example of How to Become an Entrepreneur” at Fountain Bookstore at 12:30 p.m. 1312 Cary St. 788-1594.
stage
John Tyler Community College (Chester) “The Girls of the Garden Club,” a comedy about tension in a circle of friends at 7 p.m. Through Dec. 16. 13101 Jefferson Davis Highway. 594-1498.
Artworks “Solstice: A Celebration of World Dance and Music,” a benefit dance concert for Camp DIVA at 6:30 p.m. Performances from Belly, Latin, and West African dancers. Tickets are $5-$12.320 Hull Street. 721-4927 www.campdiva.org
night life
Adrienne Young & Little Sadie, Ashland Coffee & Tea, 8 p.m., $16-$21. 798-1702.
Blues Flash, Tobacco Company, 8:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Captain Slicktalk (acoustic), Curbside Café, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 355-7008.
Chez Roue (swing), 9 p.m., free. 353-2500
Cowboy Bill Martin (comedy) Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m., $15. 521-8900.
DJ dance night, Club Richbrau, weekly, 8 p.m. 644-3018.
DJ Meaty, Easy Street Café, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 355-1198.
D’Santis Duo (jazz), Capitol Coffee and Desserts weekly, 12:30-1:30 p.m., free. 204-1755.
Dave Pollard (singer-songwriter), Old City Bar, weekly, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., free. 644-4411.
Fred Ostrow and Lee Covington (jazz), Maggiano’s Little Italy, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.
The Hackensaw Boys with Hoots & Hellmouth David Shultz & The Skyline, Toad’s Place, 9 p.m., $5-$10, 648-TOAD.
Jeff Carretto (piano), Ruth’s Chris Steak House, weekly, 6:30-9:30 p.m., free. 378-0600.
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 DJs Kean, Jereme Rometti and Adam Ely, Europa, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 643-0911.
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 Comedy House, Paradise Lounge, weekly, 9:30 p.m., $5. 519-0844.555
Soul Kitchen (music and poetry), Tonic, weekly, 8 p.m., $7. 304-6857.
Top 40 Dance Night at Bahama Joe’s, weekly, free. 262-9652.
Throwback Thursdays (’80s and ’90s), Pearl, weekly, 6 p.m. 545-8983.
Thursday Night Drama Dance Night with DJ Rick Danger at Bandito’s, weekly. 354-9999.
Uisce Beathe (Irish jam), Rare Olde Times, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.
World Night at Bank, weekly, 10:30 p.m., free. 648-3070.
Friday 14
word
Book Signing Mike Gilbert will sign copies of “The Switch Effect: A Real-Life Example of How to Become an Entrepreneur” at Very Richmond Shop at 11 a.m. 1051 E. Cary St. 644-3613.
music
Baroque by Candlelight The Chamber Music Society of Central Virginia performs Colonial-themed Baroque music at the Wilton House Museum at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15-$25. 215 S. Wilton Road. 519-2098.
Holiday Social for Seniors Chicago Cy performs at the Bensley Community Building at 7 p.m. Advance registration required; tickets are $7. 2900 Drewry’s Bluff Road. 275-5321.
galleries
The Petersburg Area Art League “The Trees of Christmas,” trees decorated by artists and school groups. Also, a hanging show of seasonal and holiday artwork in the Main Gallery. Reception at 7 p.m. Through Jan. 6. 7 E. Old St. 861-4611.
stage
The Nutcracker The Richmond Ballet performs the Christmas classic at 7 p.m. at the Landmark Theater. Through Dec. 23. Tickets are $18-$100. 262-8003
night life
Andy, Cindy and Thensome (traditional Irish), Rare Olde Times, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 750-1346.
BC & Gray (jazz/blues), Dixie Diner (Petersburg), weekly, 9 p.m. 732-7425.
Bill Roberts, County Rib & Ale House, weekly, 8:30-11:30 p.m., free. 675-4447.
Baldy McGregor, Poe’s Pub, 9:30 p.m., $5. 359-1224
Cheenon, Chester Bistro, 9 p.m., free. 425-6956.
ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7:30 p.m., $12-$14. Random Acts (adult improv), ComedySportz, 10 p.m., $10. 266-9377.
Cowboy Bill Martin (comedy) Funny Bone, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $15. 521-8900.
DJ Tree, Club Richbrau, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 644-3018.
DJ Jeff McGrath and Tyke (progressive house), Europa, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.
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.
Emme St. James and Her Jazz Gentlemen (jazz), Escabar Restaurant, 9 p.m. free. 288-4885.
Farm Vegas, Tobacco Company, 9 p.m., free. 782-9555.
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 (hip-hop, reggae), Caribbean Mingles, weekly, 5-8 p.m., $5. 780-0013.
Impossible Hair and others, The Camel, 9 p.m., $5. 353-4901.
Harrison Deane Band, Cary St. Café, 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.
The HighStreet Lowlifes. Grandpa Eddie’s BBQ, 8:30 p.m, free. 270-RIBS.
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, Escabar Restaurant, weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 288-4885.
Live music, Sandy’s Restaurant, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 329-7263.
Live music, Mulligan’s Sports Grille (South Side), weekly, 9:30 p.m., $5. 744-8686.
Loose Gravel (classic rock), Rock Falls Tavern, 9:30 p.m., free. 272-9470.
Marna & Macy (folk), Cabo’s Corner Bistro, 9:30 p.m., free. 355-1144.
Mo Debree, Capital Ale House, 5 p.m., free. 780-ALES.
Nekrist, Unheard Concept, Final Obsession and Joker, Alley Katz, 5 p.m., $5. 643-2816.
New Wave Dance Night, Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.
The Reflex Indie Dance Night, Toad’s Place, 10 p.m., $3-$5. 648-TOAD.
Richmond Underground presents Level II (retro electric, dance music), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 358-7027.
Roger Caroll Trio, Bella Arte Restaurant & Bar, 8 p.m., free. 515-9099.
Sax & Rax w/Redman & Quaye (jazz), Dixie Diner (Petersburg), weekly, 6-8 p.m. 732-7425.
Special Edition, Sin e, 9 p.m., free. 649-7767.
Spottiswoode and His Enemies Unconventional Christmas Show, Ashland Coffee & Tea, 8 p.m., $12-$17. 798-1702.
Terri Murphy and the Butterbean Jazz Quartet, Hard Shell, weekly, 7:30-10:30 p.m., free. 643-2333.
Upper Eastside Big Band, Wabi-Sabi, 9 p.m., free. 862-1365.
Urban Funk-Shun (funk/jazz) Dixie Diner (Petersburg), 9 p.m. 732-7425.
Wrest with Pat O’Brien (rock), Sharky’s, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 273-1888.
Saturday 15
events
5th Annual Fancy Hat Tea Party A holiday fashion show, a hat contest and music from gospel singer Tisa at the Wyndham Hotel from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tickets are $40-$45. 4700 South Laburnum Ave. 274-8976.
Martial Arts Fundraiser Martial arts students will kick, punch and exercise to raise funds for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Moy Yat Kung Fu Academy. 1324 W. Main St. 497-7555.
Together at Christmas Jamaican cuisine and music by Soul Shot at Pine Camp Arts and Community Center at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10-$20. 4901 Old Brook Road. 641-8222.
music
Gospel Jubilee and Brunch Bubba Johnson performs at Hanover Tavern at 10 a.m. Tickets are $35. 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road. 347-0190.
stage
Shady Grove United Methodist Church “The Father’s Gift of Love,” a Christmas musical with orchestra at 7 p.m. Canned food donations accepted. Event continues on Dec. 16 at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. 4825 Pouncey Tract Rd. 360-2600.
Theatre
Cultural Arts Center At Glen Allen “Holiday on Broadway,” Broadway music and songs of the season with twists on holiday tunes at 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.Tickets are $30. 2880 Mountain Rd. 804-261-ARTS
night life
80s Hits and Electronic Dance Night, Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.
At the Stars, 59H2O, Mike O’Connor & Jason Cagle and David Steinberg, 8 p.m., $5. 364-9083.
The Atkinsons, New Heathens, Sin City Revival Alley Katz, 10 p.m., $7. 643-2816.
Carol Covell Trio (jazz), Nuccio’s Trattoria, 6:30 p.m., free. 594-0040.
Chicago Cy, Sin e, 9 p.m., free. 649-7767.
ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7:30 p.m., $12-$14. Full Contact Improv (adult improv), ComedySportz, 10 p.m., $10. 266-9377.
Cowboy Bill Martin (comedy), Funny Bone, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $15. 521-8900.
David Shultz and the Skyline, The Camel, 9 p.m., $5. 353-4901.
Drag King Show (male impersonators), Babe’s of Carytown, weekly, 9 p.m. 355-9330.
The Dregs, Chester Bistro, 9 p.m., free. 425-6956.
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 Tree, Club Richbrau, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 644-3018.
DJ Burnie, Lucky Buddha, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 648-5100.
Drew Kennedy (rock), Poe’s Pub, 9:30 p.m., $5. 359-1224.
Ellis Paul & Taylor Carson, Ashland Coffee & Tea, 8 p.m., $12-$17. 798-1702.
Farm Vegas, Tobacco Company, 9 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Fred Ostrow and Lee Covington (jazz), Maggiano’s Little Italy, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.
Flying Sulsers featuring Aimee Richardson (jazz), Ironhouse Restaurant, 8 p.m., free. 752-6410.
Gill, Café Diem, 9:30 p.m., free. 353-2500
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.
Live music, Escabar Restaurant weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 288-4885.
Mad Elephant, Grandpa Eddie’s BBQ, 8:30 p.m, free. 270-RIBS.
Matt Koon with Book of Job, Alley Katz, 10 p.m., $7. 643-2816
Merchants of Blues, Cesca Janece Waterfield, Jon Ramsey and Nate Farrar, Poe’s Pub, 9:30 p.m., free. 359-1224.
Pat O’Brien (acoustic rock), Sharky’s, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 273-1888.
Q94’s Pauly Madison, County Rib and Ale House, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 675-4447.
Reggae night, Caribbean Mingles, weekly, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., $5-$10. 780-0013.
Roberto Y Sus Travieos (mexican music), The Triple, 9 p.m., $10. 359-7777.
Rock for Barack with Wynnn Walent & The Folks, The Camel, 6 p.m., free. 353-4901.
Russ Hanchin & Joe Sarver Duo (jazz), Taphouse Grill, weekly, 8 p.m., 644-3018.
R&B music, Caddyshack Lounge (Ashland), weekly, 7 p.m., free. 798-4231.
Sin City, Capital Ale House, 9 p.m., $6. 780-ALES.
Sin City Revival, The New Heathens, and The Atkinsons, Alley Katz, 11 p.m., $7. 643-2816.
Sunday 16
music
Christmas Music Concert The Richmond Concert Chorale performs at All Saints Episcopal Church at 3:30 p.m. Donations requested. 8787 River Road. 643-3589.
Christmas in the Fan The Richmond Concert Band and Meade Skelton perform at Tabernacle Baptist Church at 4 p.m., free. 1925 Grove Ave. 355-0134.
Christmas & Holiday Concert Soundworks performs at 3:30 p.m. at First Unitarian Church, free. 1000 Blanton Ave. 355-0777.
Handel’s Messiah A choir and orchestra perform the holiday classic at Ginter Park United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. 1010 W. Laburnum Ave. 648-0898.
stage
John Tyler Community College (Chester) “Mr. Scrum and the Christmas Ghosts,” a modern interpretation of “A Christmas Carol,” at 4 p.m. 13101 Jefferson Davis Highway. 594-1498.
Woodlake United Methodist Church “The Best Christmas Gift,” a traditional Christmas pageant, at 7 p.m., free. 6601 Woodlake Village Parkway. 739-4535.
night life
9:55 Club Comedy Night, Easy Street Café, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 355-1198.
Belle Epoque, In Fear and Faith, Corvette, Alley Katz, 6 p.m., $10. 643-2816.
Boyz II Men, Toad’s Place, 9 p.m., $27-$45. 648-TOAD.
Cowboy Bill Martin (comedy), Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m., $15. 521-8900.
Glows in the Dark, Brian Jones and Little Women (jazz), The Camel, 8 p.m., $5. 353-4901.
J’s Soleil Jazz, Jumpin J’s Java, weekly, noon-3 p.m., free. 344-3500.
Jack Winn-tet, Positive Vibe Café, 11:30 a.m., free. 560-9622
Jazznecks, Sullivan’s Irish Pub, noon-3 p.m., weekly, 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.
Prabir, Commercial Tap House, 9 p.m., free. 359-6544.
Restaurant Employee Appreciation Night, The Triple Restaurant, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 359-7777.
S.I.N. with free pool, Richbrau Brewing Company, weekly, 4 p.m., free. 644-3018.
Sax & Stax with Redman (jazz), Dixie Diner (Petersburg), weekly, noon-2 p.m., free. 732-7425.
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.
Steve Keith, Legend Brewery, 6:30 p.m., free. 232-3446.
Terri Murphy and the Butterbean Jazz Quartet, Bottoms Up Pizza, weekly, 7:30-10:30 p.m., free. 644-4400.
Monday 17
events
Merry Monday Storytelling by the Garden Keeper at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden at 5:30, 6 and 7:30 p.m. Free. 1800 Lakeside Ave. 262-9887.
night life
Beach music with Steve Leonard, Caddy’s, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 794-3007.
The Chemists (jazz), Cafe Diem, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 353-2500.
Ominotago, Cary Street Café, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 353-7445.
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.
Tuesday 18
night life
Bryce McCormick (piano), Ruth’s Chris Steak House, weekly, 6:30-9:30 p.m., free. 378-0600.
Chris Grigg, Tobacco Company, 9 p.m., free. 782-9555.
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.
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.
God Fearing Snake Handlers, Legend Brewery, 6:30 p.m., free. 232-3446.
Totally ’80s Dance Night, Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.
