Wednesday 22
events
UniverSoul Circus Ringmaster and comedian Tony Tone hosts the circus, featuring acts from North and South America, Africa, Asia and more, 7:30 p.m. at Azalea Mall. Through March 26. Tickets are $10-$26. Call 262-8100 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
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Poetry Reading VCU professor and Pushcart Prize-winning poet David Wojahn reads from his new collection “Interrogation Palace” at the Fountain Bookstore at 6:30 p.m. 1312 E. Cary St. 788-1594.
museums
University of Richmond Museums Lauren Vincelli and Carolyn Whitebread discuss their work in the “Senior Honors Thesis Exhibition, Part One” at the Harnett Museum of Art, 3-3:30 p.m. 289-8276.
music
“Fade” Multimedia Show David Chamberlin performs electronic concert music along with the River City String Quartet and a dance ensemble, 8 p.m. at the Singleton Center. 922 Park Ave. 828-6776.
night life
Babe’s of Carytown Karaoke, weekly, free. 355-9330.
Bogart’s Back Room KStraw (jazz, R&B, rock), 9 p.m., $5. 353-9280.
Bottega Bistro Tommy Witten Trio, weekly, 6 p.m. 379-9899.
Breaker’s South No Charge, weekly, 8 p.m. 323-8024.
Buffalo Wild Wings (Virginia Center Commons) Nard’s Karaoke, weekly, 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.
Canal Club Winning Wednesdays featuring Soul Shot, DJ Drake and Flava Mix, weekly, 8:30 p.m. 643-2582.
Cary Street Café Undr8ed (funk, hip-hop), 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.
Easy Street Café Nard’s Karaoke, weekly, free. 355-1198.
Emilio’s Southside Future Squad (funky jams), weekly, 10 p.m., $3. 359-1224.
Empire Allen Thompson (solo acoustic), weekly, 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 Open-mic night, 7:30 p.m., $5. 521-8900.
Glenn’s Corporation Another Level (R&B, funk), weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, $5. 321-3444.
Hyperlink Café Ya Heard (open-mic music night), weekly, 7 p.m., $5-$10. 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.
Matrixx Room College Dance Night, weekly, 9 p.m. 225-8686.
Murphy’s Law II Open-mic blues jam, 8:30-11:30 p.m., free. 739-0800.
Nanci Raygun Lesbians on Ecstasy, Moon Boggle, Widows, 18 and older, 9 p.m., $6. 353-4263.
Penny Lane Pub Acoustic open-mic night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 780-1682.
Poe’s Pub Ominotago (acoustic rock), weekly, 8 p.m., free. 648-2120.
Positive Vibe Café Pam McCarthy (acoustic rock), 7:30-9:30 p.m., free. 560-9622.
Rare Olde Times Princess Complex, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.
Rocks Club Plastik (Brit pop, indie), weekly, 8 p.m-2 a.m., free. 648-ROCK.
Rosie Connolly’s Pub Irish jam, 7:30 p.m., free. 343-1063.
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.
Shenanigans Amy Henderson (acoustic folk), weekly, 7:30-10:30 p.m., free. 264-5010.
Stratford Grill Wrenn Mangum (rockabilly), 9-11 p.m., free. 320-1218.
The Tobacco Company Rhythmasters, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Thursday 23
events
International Film Series The University of Richmond presents its 17th annual International Film Series, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays through April 2. This week, the film is “My Mother’s Smile,” showing in Jepson Hall at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. 289-8980.
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Book Signing and Book Bus UVa. professor Eric Lott talks about his book “The Disappearing Liberal Intellectual” and C-Span’s Book TV Bus arrives for tours, 6 p.m. at Book People. 536 Granite Ave. 288-4346.
Religion Lecture Jack D. Spiro gives the 21st annual VCU Brown-Lyons lecture on “When Jews and Christians Meet: Barriers or Bridges” at 7:30 p.m. at the Singleton Center. Free. 922 Park Ave. 828-6776.
music
Guitar Concert Avant-garde jazz musician Joe Morris performs with Ayman Fanous at VCU’s Recital Hall at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10-$15. 1015 Grove Ave. 828-6776.
stage
Chamberlayne Actors Theatre CAT presents “Three Days of Rain” at 8 p.m. Through April 8 with 2:30 p.m. weekend matinees. Tickets are $13. 319 N. Wilkinson Road. Call 262-9760 or visit www.cattheatre.com.
museums
Maymont Park The Maymont-VCU Discovery Institute Lecture Series starts at 7 p.m. every Thursday through May 4 at the Robins Nature and Visitor Center. This week, Louis Verner talks about “Going Wild! Creating Wildlife Habitats at Home.” Tickets are $5. 2201 Shields Lake Dr. 358-7166, ext. 325.
Virginia War Memorial Director Jon Hatfield previews films from the “Virginians at War” series at 6:30 p.m. Free. 621 S. Belvidere St. 786-2060.
night life
Ashland Coffee and Tea An Evening with Robbin Thompson (singer-songwriter), 8 p.m., $10. 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 Plum Street Ramblers (classic country, bluegrass), 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.
Brio’s Tuscan Grille The Carol Covell Trio (jazz), 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 Marna Bales Band, 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 102.1 the X presents Local Xposure, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 643-2582.
Capitol Coffee and Desserts D’Santis Duo (jazz), weekly, 12:30-1:30 p.m., free. 204-1755.
Cary Street Café Intense City, Dangus Khan (jam), 9:30 p.m., $5. 353-7445.
ComedySportz Vitreous Humor (medical improv), 8 p.m., $5. 266-9377.
Crossroads Open-mic night with Michelle Saud features Rize, weekly, free. 643-2060.
Curbside Café The Scott Miller Band Project (acoustic rock), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 355-7008.
Emilio’s KStraw Group (jazz), 10 p.m., $5. 359-1224.
Europa Truth (dance music night), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.
Funny Bone Andrew Kennedy, 7:30 p.m., $12. 521-8900.
Glenn’s Corporation Another Level (R&B, funk), weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, $5. 321-3444.
Honey Whyte’s Ryan Hearn (acoustic rock), weekly, 8 p.m., free. 643-6022.
Hyperlink Café Liquid Lounge college night (hip-hop, house, reggae), weekly, 18 and older, 9 p.m., $10. 254-1942.
Lakeside Tavern Karaoke with Frank, weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 264-3799.
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 Reggae Party, weekly, 9 p.m., $5. 225-8686.
Mulligan’s Sports Grille (South Side) Karaoke, weekly, free. 744-8686.
Nanci Raygun BEEX, Classic, The Strap-Ons, The Reserve, The Flat-Tailed Rats, all ages, 5 p.m., $6. 353-4263.
Out of Bounds Jason Horst, weekly, 10 p.m. 355-7390.
Poe’s Pub Scott Varney (acoustic rock), 9 p.m., free. 648-2120.
Pour House Short Pump Chicago Cy (jazz), 9 p.m., free. 364-9083.
Rare Olde Times Uisce Beatha (Irish jam), weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.
Rocks Y101 Rock Off (live music), weekly, 7 p.m., $3-$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.
Shenanigans The Ray Pitmann Project, weekly, 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.
Sycamore Rouge Open-mic night, weekly, 8-10 p.m., free. 957-5707.
Tonic Soul Kitchen (music and poetry), weekly, 8 p.m., $7. 304-6857.
The Tobacco Company The Robin Wynn Band, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Visions Dance Club Karaoke, weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 379-3800.
Friday 24
events
International Film Series The University of Richmond presents its 17th annual International Film Series, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays through April 2. This week, the film is “My Mother’s Smile,” showing in Adams Auditorium at 3 p.m. Admission is free. 289-8980.
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Poetry Reading Mary Ruefle reads from her poetry at VCU’s Student Commons at 3:30 p.m. 907 Floyd Ave. 828-1329.
music
Chamber Music Concert VCU music students perform works by Mozart, Schumann, Brahms and others at Grace and Holy Trinity Episcopal Church at 7 p.m. Free. 8 N. Laurel St. 359-5628.
Organ Concert Anne Wilson performs on the organ and piano at River Road Presbyterian Church at 7:30 p.m. Free. 8960 River Road. 355-0134.
Piano Recital VCU presents the Sonia Vlahcevic Piano Studio Alumni Concert at the Music Center Recital Hall at 7 p.m. Free. 1015 Grove Ave. 828-1166.
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Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen The Latin Ballet of Virginia presents “Amoramerica,” a history of Latin America told through dance, at 8 p.m. with 3 p.m. weekend matinees. Through March 26. Tickets are $15-$20. 2880 Mountain Road. Call 379-2555 or visit www.latinballet.com.
Sycamore Rouge The Petersburg theater presents “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Abridged” at 8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays through April 1. Tickets are $10. 21 W. Old St. 957-5707.
galleries
ADA Gallery An exhibition of vinyl art by Joey Slaughter, paintings by Matt Fisher, and fabric art by Rachel Hayes, opens with a reception, 7-10 p.m. There is a second reception April 7, 7-10 p.m. Through April 22. 228 W. Broad St. 644-0100.
Artspace “Accessing,” mixed-media work by Charlie Ponticello, Peter Tansill and others, opens with a reception, 7-10 p.m. Through April 23. 0 E. Fourth St. 232-6464.
Art Works Five shows open with a reception, 7-10 p.m.: “Works of Anne Kruwitt,” “March All Media Show,” “Recent Works of Krishanna Spencer,” “Paintings by Virginia Godfrey” and “Recent Works of K.B. Basseches.” The shows run through April 23. 320 Hull St. 291-1400.
The Gallery Art and Design “Are You Afraid of Being Beautiful?” works on wood by Massino Catalani, opens with a reception at 7 p.m. Though April 30. 16 S. Dooley St. 355-0102.
Old Manchester Lofts A show of paintings by Chris Semtner opens with a reception, 7-9 p.m. Through April 24. 815 Porter St. 814-6052.
Reynolds Gallery “Paintings” by William Willis opens with a reception, 7-9 p.m. Through April 22. 1514 W. Main St. 355-6553.
White Canvas Gallery “A Travelogue,” watercolors by Rodney Moser, opens with a reception, 5:30-8 p.m. Through April 26. 111 S. 14th St. 782-1776.
museums
University of Richmond Museums Diana Vincelli discusses “Representing Richmond: The Dashiell Exhibition” at the Lora Robins Gallery of Design From Nature, 12:30-1:30 p.m. 289-8276.
night life
Alley Katz Adelyn, Welbilt, One Year Tomorrow, 18 and older, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $6. 643-2816.
Ashland Coffee and Tea Stephen Bennett (harp, guitarist), 8 p.m., $12.50. 798-1702.
Bahama Joe’s Live country music, weekly, 9:15 p.m., $5. 262-9652.
Bella Arte Lanaux Hailey, free. 515-9099.
Bogart’s Back Room Joe Scott Band (jazz), 9 p.m., $7. 353-9280.
Buffalo Wild Wings (Shockoe Slip) Nard’s Karaoke, weekly, $1. 648-8900.
Breakers South The Tin Man, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 323-8024.
Breakers West SuperBoot, 9 p.m., free. 270-1461.
Café Gutenberg Wrenn Mangum (rockabilly), Charlotte Wincott, 8 p.m., free. 497-5000.
Canal Club Zoso (Led Zeppelin tribute), 8 p.m., $10-$12. 643-2582.
Cary Street Café King Solomon’s Marbles (Dead tribute), 10 p.m., $7. 353-7445.
Clock Tower Pub Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 730-8686.
Club Richbrau DJ Rocky and Friends (dance music), weekly, 8 p.m., $3. 644-3018.
ComedySportz ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7:30 p.m., $10-$12. Full Contact Improv, 10 p.m., $5. 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., $5. 359-1224.
Europa DJ Jeff McGrath and DJ J.P. (broken beat and house), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.
Funny Bone Andrew Kennedy, 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., $15. 521-8900.
Glenn’s Corporation Baker Brothers, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 321-3444.
Hyperlink Café Soul Suite Lounge (jazz, R&B), weekly, 6 p.m., free until 11 p.m. 254-1942.
Lucky Lounge DJ Burn-E (electronic, dance, polka), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 648-5100.
Mars Bar New Wave Dance Night, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.
Matrixx Room Friday Night Dance Party, weekly, 9 p.m., $5-$10. 225-8686.
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.
Nanci Raygun Reverend Glasseye, The Late Virginia Summers, Monopoli, Justin Trawick, The Sad Lives of the Hollywood Lovers, 18 and older, 9 p.m., $5. 353-4263.
Pasta Luna John and Jack Winn Quartet (jazz), weekly, 7 p.m., free. 763-3211.
Poe’s Pub The Jimmy Catlett Band (rock), 9 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.
Rocks Club 240 Minutes (Euro house, dance), weekly, 8 p.m-2 a.m., free. “Rocky Horror Picture Show” (live actors), weekly, midnight, free. 648-ROCK.
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 The Janet Martin Band, 8:30 p.m., $6. 264-5010.
Sin é US, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.
The Tobacco Company Marna Bales Band, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Wonderland Bloody Crackdown, Great Caesar’s Ghost, Classic, $5. 648-1003.
Saturday 25
events
Grief Relief Gala Comfort Zone Camp presents a fund-raising gala, “A Night in New York,” featuring martini fountains, a silent auction and the music of The Kings of Swing, 6:30 p.m. at the Science Museum of Virginia. Tickets are $85. 2500 W. Broad St. Call (866) 488-5679 or visit www.comfortzonecamp.org.
St. Patrick’s Church Irish Festival Find your roots all over again in Church Hill with two days of Highland dancing, a parade, Guinness on tap and music by The Janet Martin Band, Susan Greenbaum, The Atkinsons, Wrinkleneck Mules, Harrison Deane Band, Gary Gerloff, the Poisoned Dwarves, Tinker’s Dam and more, starting at 10 a.m. Through March 26. Admission is $2. 648-0504.
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Book Reading Charles Jones reads and signs copies of “The Boys of ’67: From Vietnam to Iraq, the Extraordinary Story of a Few Good Men” at the Fountain Bookstore at noon. 1312 E. Cary St. 788-1594.
Storytime at Agecroft Pamela Bomboy tells popular folktales from England at Agecroft Hall at 10:30 a.m. Admission is $4. 4305 Sulgrave Road. 353-4241.
music
Jazz Concert Johnny Lee Long plays jazz and R&B at the Fairfield Area Library, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. 1001 N. Laburnum Ave. 652-3251.
Oberlin String Quartet St. Michael’s Episcopal Church hosts the quartet at 7:30 p.m. Donations accepted. 8706 Quaker Lane. 272-0992.
Richmond Symphony The symphony presents “A Very Special Evening of Judaic Music” at Temple Beth-El at 8 p.m. 3330 Grove Ave. 788-1212.
galleries
1708 Gallery “Ten Reasons to Collect Art: A 1708 Gallery Benefit Art Auction” features works by Miriam Schapiro, Jill Moser, Carson Fox and others, starting at 7:15 p.m. Tickets are $60. 319 W. Broad St. 643-1708.
museums
Children’s Museum of Richmond The museum celebrates its 25th anniversary with a performance by pop group RD Frequency, the Alberti Flea Circus, David Tetrault’s calliope, and magician Jonathan Austin, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $7. 2626 W. Broad St. Call 474-2667.
Virginia Center for Architecture Christopher Novelli leads a tour of “Monument Avenue: Richmond’s Architectural Arcadia” at 2 p.m. Admission is $5-$10. 2501 Monument Ave. Call 644-3041 or visit www.virginiaarchitecture.org.
night life
Alley Katz Shurman, Palominos, Superboot, Family Swaggarts, all ages, 5-9 p.m., $7. VA Battle of the Hip-Hop Titans Finals, 18 and older, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $6. 643-2816.
Art6 Gallery Rattlemouth, 9 p.m., $5. 343-1406.
Ashland Coffee and Tea Susan Greenbaum (pop, blues), 8 p.m., $8. 798-1702.
Bandito’s “Saturday Night Nature” Dance Night with DJ Rick Danger, weekly. 354-9999.
Bogart’s Back Room Mark Ingraham presents Bungalo (jazz, funk), 9 p.m., $7. 353-9280.
Bottega Bistro Thomas Coleman (acoustic guitar), weekly, 6-9 p.m., free. 379-9899.
Café Diem Boneanchor, 9 p.m., free. 353-2500.
Canal Club The James River Film Festival presents Gary Lucas with Sounds of the Surreal, Hotel X, 8:30 p.m., $12-$15. 643-2582.
Cary Street Café Black Cash and the Bad Trips (Johnny Cash tribute), 10 p.m., $7. 353-7445.
Club Richbrau DJ Rocky and Friends (dance music), weekly, 9 p.m., free. 644-3018.
ComedySportz ComedySportz High School League (improv), 4 p.m., $7. ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $10-$12. 266-9377.
Electric Building Red Anthem, Aircraft, The Cheap Seats. 514-1908.
Emilio’s 11th House (jam). 359-1224.
Europa DJ Omar (deep house), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.
Funny Bone Andrew Kennedy, 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., $15. 521-8900.
Glenn’s Corporation Baker Brothers, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 321-3444.
Gospel Chicken House Mac McRoy and the New Gospel Grass, The Locklears, 7 p.m., free. 883-6487.
Grove Avenue Coffee and Tea Gwilym Davies (traditional English and American folk), 8 p.m., $10-$12. 647-7856.
Honey Whyte’s The 9:55 Club Stand-Up Comedy Night, 10 p.m., free. 643-6022.
Hyperlink Café Rush international dance night (hip-hop, techno), weekly, 21 and older, 10 p.m. This week featuring Nigro, Richie Rich and Joey Tripgruv. 254-1942.
Legend Brewery Danny Willis (ragtime, blues), 8 p.m. 232-3446.
Lucky Lounge DJ Burn-E (electronic, dance, polka), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 648-5100.
Mars Bar ’80s Hits and Electronic Dance Night, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.
McCormack’s Irish Pub Splintered Jelly Babies, Classic, Alizon Device, 10 p.m., $3. 648-1003.
Nanci Raygun Tigers, Pony Pants, all ages, 5 p.m., $5. 353-4263.
Perly’s The Fred Ostrow Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., free. 649-2779.
Poe’s Pub The Atkinsons, 9 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 The Tommy Clarke Trio with Russ Hanchin and Joe Sarver (classic jazz), weekly, 7-10 p.m., free. 644-3018.
Rock Falls Tavern Kevin Selfe and The Tornadoes (blues), 10 p.m., $5. 272-9470.
Rocks Shag (British rock), 9 p.m., $5. 648-ROCK.
Sette Chicago Cy (jazz), 8-11 p.m., free. 788-7077.
Sharky’s Pat O’Brien, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 273-1888.
Shenanigans The Taters, 8:30 p.m., $5. 264-5010.
Sin é Jubeus, 11:30 a.m., free. 649-7767.
The Tobacco Company Marna Bales Band, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Tropical Soul Soul Fa Real night (funk, reggae, hip-hop, soul), weekly, 9:45 p.m., free. 771-1605.
University of Richmond Commons Ted Leo and the Pharmacists, The Duke Spirit, Les Aus, 7 p.m., $5. 289-UR90.
Sunday 26
events
Harlem Globetrotters The world-famous stunt basketball team celebrates its 80th anniversary with the “Unstoppable” tour at the Richmond Coliseum at 3 p.m. Tickets are $15-$85. Call 262-8100 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
International Film Series The University of Richmond presents its 17th annual International Film Series, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays through April 2. This week, the film is “My Mother’s Smile,” showing in Jepson Hall at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. 289-8980.
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Indian Talks Sandra Waugaman talks about her book “We’re Still Here: Contemporary Virginia Indians Tell Their Stories!” with Troy Adkins talking about traditional regalia and Mildred “Gentle Rain” Moore talking about pottery, 1 p.m. at the Valentine Richmond History Center. 1015 E. Clay St. 649-0711.
music
Classical Music Concert Soprano Michelle Harman-Gulick and bass-baritone Christopher Lindbloom perform works by Handel, Mozart, Schumann and others, 5 p.m. at River Road Baptist Church. Free. River and Ridge Road. 288-1131.
Flamenco Guitar Concert The VCU guitar series presents flamenco guitarist Torcuato Zamora at the Singleton Center at 4 p.m. Tickets are $10-$25. 922 Park Ave. 828-6776.
Richmond Men’s Chorus The chorus performs “Let All Men Sing” at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church at 4 p.m. Tickets are $10-$15. 520 N. Boulevard. 241-0446.
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St. John’s Episcopal Church The annual re-enactment of Patrick Henry’s “Liberty or Death” speech takes place at 2 p.m. Doors open at 1 p.m. Donations accepted. 2401 E. Broad St. 649-7398.
museums
Virginia Aviation Museum The museum hosts “Wings ‘n’ Rails,” a day of trains and planes, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is $4-$6. 5701 Huntsman Road. 236-3622.
night life
Acapella Wrenn Mangum (rockabilly), 9 p.m., $3. 377-1963.
Alley Katz UPN Contest, 18 and older, 8 p.m.-midnight, $6. 643-2816.
Babe’s of Carytown Sunday Karaoke, weekly, 3-7 p.m., free. 355-9330.
Bottom’s 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 106.5 the Beat and Capital City Entertainment present VIP Sundays, weekly, 8 p.m. 643-2582.
Cary Street Café Bluegrass brunch jam, weekly, 2-5 p.m., free. Carmen Chiles Band (rock, soul, hip-hop), 9:30 p.m., $3. 353-7445.
Commercial Taphouse Brian Jordan Guitar Quartet (Americana jazz), 9 p.m., free. 359-6544.
Emilio’s Your Mama’s Brass Band (New Orleans jazz, funk), 10 p.m., $5. 359-1224.
Funny Bone Andrew Kennedy, 7 p.m., $12. 521-8900.
Fusion Jam with Mike Hawkins, weekly, 4-7 p.m. 249-2338.
Grafiti Grille Jazz brunch with Rusty Farmer and Mike Ess, weekly, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., free. 288-0633.
Grove Avenue Coffee and Tea Divided Highway (bluegrass), weekly, 9 a.m.-noon, free. 288-6211.
Jumpin J’s Java J’s Soleil Jazz presents the Carol Covell Trio, noon-3 p.m., free. 344-3500.
Legend Brewing Company Bluegrass jam, weekly, 6:30 p.m., free. This week, Squalor Hollow. 232-3446.
Mars Bar Throwback Dance Night (’80s and eclectic), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.
Nanci Raygun Grayland, Alcian Blue, The Offering, all ages, 5 p.m., $6. 353-4263.
Positive Vibe Café Chicago Cy (jazz), 11 a.m.-2 p.m., free. 560-9622.
Rocks Club Colonize (punktronic, Euro dance), weekly, 8 p.m-2 a.m., free. 648-ROCK.
Monday 27
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Just Poetry Slam The monthly poetry slam at the Firehouse Theatre Project starts at 8 p.m. 1609 W. Broad St. 355-2001.
UR Founders Week Lecture Beverly Tatum, author of “Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?” gives a talk at the UR Cannon Memorial Chapel at 7:30 p.m. Free. 289-8980.
stage
Modlin Center The Monday Night World Theater performs Neil LaBute’s “Autobahn” at the University of Richmond’s Camp Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10. 289-8980.
night life
Bogart’s Back Room Modern Groove Syndicate (jazz, funk, hip-hop), 9 p.m., $6. 353-9280.
Café Diem Open-mic night with Wes Edwards, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 353-2500.
Cary Street Café The Spaceheaters (psychedelic rock), weekly, 9 p.m., free. 353-7445.
Easy Street 9:55 Club Comedy Night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 355-1198.
Element Lounge Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 788-8001.
Emilio’s Lounge Night with DJ Ratan, 10 p.m., free. 359-1224.
Hyperlink Café Hoodrich Promotions presents Konkrete Jungle VA (guest DJs, jungle, drum ‘n’ bass), weekly, doors open at 10 p.m., $5. 254-1942.
Mars Bar Milli Vanilli Karaoke, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.
Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar Yo Mama’s Brass Band (New Orleans jazz, funk), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 254-4904
Nanci Raygun Perfuma, Hometown Anthem, Vindication, Intellegance, all ages, 5 p.m., $6. Sacrosanct (goth/industrial), 18 and over, 10 p.m., $3-$5. 353-4263.
Penny Lane Pub Karaoke, weekly, free. 780-1682.
Rocks 10 Minute Mondays, weekly, 8 p.m-2 a.m., free. 648-ROCK.
Tuesday 28
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Book Reading Marrit Ingman reads from her collection of stories “Inconsolable: How I Threw My Mental Health Out With the Diapers” at the Fountain Bookstore at 6:30 p.m. 1312 E. Cary St. 788-1594.
music
Jazz Orchestra VCU’s Jazz Orchestra II performs at the Singleton Center at 8 p.m. Free. 922 Park Ave. 828-6776.
night life
Alley Katz Meriweather, Hello Vegas, The Half Jeffersons, American Tragedy, all ages, 6-10 p.m., $7. 643-2816.
Bahama Joe’s Karaoke with Smitty, weekly, free. 262-9652.
Bogart’s Back Room Moossa (reggae, jazz), 9 p.m., $3. 353-9280.
Bubba’s Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 236-1600.
Stratford Grill Government Cheese (jam), 7:30-10:30 p.m., free. 320-1218.
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.
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.
Daddio’s Wrenn Mangum (rockabilly), 8-11 p.m., free. 754-1448.
Easy Street Pat O’Brien, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 355-1198.
Emilio’s Sambaiosis (Brazilian jazz). 359-1224.
Funny Bone Apollo Night, weekly, 8 p.m., $12. This week, Dexter Angry. 521-8900.
Hyperlink Café Yoshimi Lounge (Brit pop, indie rock, spoken word), weekly, 21 and older, 5-9 p.m., $3. 254-1942.
Lakeside Tavern Karaoke with Sherry, weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 264-3799.
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.
Matrixx Night Salsa and Reggaeton Night, weekly, 9 p.m., $5. 225-8686.
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.
Nanci Raygun S.K., Midsouth, Micsource, K Dizzie, Double Up, Mohaganise, 18 and older, 10 p.m., $4. 353-4263.
Rocks Club Diode (classic electronica), 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.
Shenanigans Keith Rogers and Friends, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 264-5010.
Sin é Dave Pollard, weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.
Sports Page Open Mic Night, weekly. 379-1844.
Sticky Rice Nard’s Karaoke, weekly, $3. 358-7870.
The Tobacco Company John Fetherston and 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.
