Wednesday 04
word
Art Talk “Village Voice” art critic Jerry Saltz gives a talk at the VCU Student Commons Theater at 4 p.m. 907 Floyd Ave. 827-1557.
stage
Science Museum of Virginia The Science Museum of Virginia and The Carpenter Science Theatre Company present “Frankenstein Lives!” by Douglas Jones at 11 a.m. Through Oct. 29. Tickets are $8.50. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.
museums
Science Museum of Virginia Lunch Break Science explores a different scientific theme weekly, noon-1 p.m. This week, Gerald Johnson talks about “Chesapeake Bay Impact Structure.” Free. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.
night life
Alley Katz Rude Buddha, all ages, 6-11 p.m., $8. 643-2816.
Babes of Carytown Karaoke, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 355-9330.
Bleu Bistro James Carr (jazz), 7-10 p.m., free. 750-1120.
Bogart’s Back Room Clown Church (funk, jazz), 9 p.m., $5. 353-9280.
Bottega Bistro Tommy Witten Trio, weekly, 6 p.m. 379-9899.
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.
Cabo’s Corner Bistro Gypsy Roots (swing jazz), 8:30-11 p.m., free. 355-1144.
Caddy’s Karaoke, weekly, free. 794-3007.
Canal Club Hump Night Comedy, weekly, 9-11 p.m., $7.50. 643-2582.
Cary Street Café Intense City (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.
Double Bull Sherry’s Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 264-2855.
Easy Street Café Nard’s Karaoke, weekly, free. 355-1198.
Emilio’s The Southside Future Squad (jazz), weekly, 10 p.m., $5. 359-1224.
Empire Allen Thompson (solo acoustic), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 344-3323.
Europa Concice Records hip-hop night, weekly, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 643-0911.
Funny Bone Roman Murray, 7:30 p.m., $10. 521-8900.
Glenn’s Corporation Another Level (R&B, funk), weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, $5. 321-3444.
Hyperlink Café We Funk Wednesdays (open-mic talent search), weekly, 9 p.m., $5-$10. 254-1942.
LA Grill Mike Shiflett and Friends (jazz, R&B), weekly, 8:30-11:30 p.m., free. 266-3328.
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.
Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar DJ Williams Projekt (soul, jazz, hip-hop), weekly, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 254-4904.
Matrixx Room College Dance Night, weekly, 9 p.m. 225-8686.
Penny Lane Pub Acoustic open-mic night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 780-1682.
Poe’s Pub Edge of Night (acoustic), 9 p.m., free. 648-2120.
Positive Vibe Café Harry Gore (British invasion), 7:30-9:30 p.m., free. 560-9622.
Rare Olde Times Princess Complex, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.
Richmond Music Center Chris Proctor (finger-style guitarist), 7 p.m., $5. 330-7875.
Rocks DJ Stella, weekly, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 648-ROCK.
Shamrock Pub Karaoke with Matt Rock, weekly, 9 p.m. 330-0617.
The Tobacco Company Live music, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Thursday 05
events
32nd Annual Shrimp & BBQ Feast The Hanover Industrial Air Park Business Association hosts a festival with food, drinks, an auction and music by Casper at the Air Park Shopping Center, 4-9 p.m. Tickets are $20-$25. 10380 Leadbetter Road. 559-5515.
Disney on Ice Disney on Ice presents the “Princess Classics” at the Richmond Coliseum through Oct. 8. Tickets are $13-$75. Call 262-8100 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
Fashion First Carytown merchants host a fashion event, 6-8 p.m. 358-3688.
film
International Film Series The University of Richmond presents a free weekly film series, 7:30 p.m. in Jepson Hall 118. This week, “The Memory of a Killer.” 287-6699.
word
Law Forum The Weinstein JCC hosts a forum on “Perspectives on the Marshall-Newman Amendment: Spiritual, Political and Legal” with Jon Barton, Richard Lederman, Rodney Smolla and others, at 7 p.m. Free. 5403 Monument Ave. 545-8626.
Poetry Tour Wave Books’ Poetry Bus Tour rolls to Chop Suey Books with Joshua Beckman, Matthew Zapruder, Cate Marvin and others, 7-9 p.m. Suggested donation is $5. 1317 W. Cary St. 497-4705.
music
Hot Sounds, Cool Nights The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen presents DJ Williams Projekt at 8 p.m. Admission is $7. 2880 Mountain Road. 261-6213.
Swingin’ on the Tracks The Science Museum of Virginia kicks off its fall concert series, 6-10 p.m. This week, Dixie Power Trio with the New Line Brass perform with openers the Chicago Cy Trio. Tickets are $10-$45. 2500 W. Broad St. Call 864-1400 or visit www.swinginonthetracks.com.
stage
Grace Street Theater The Starr Foster Dance Project presents “alice,” “Drowning” and “Clutch” at 8 p.m. Through Oct. 7. Tickets are $15. 934 W. Grace St. 828-2020.
Modlin Center The University of Richmond Modlin Center’s 11th season continues with the University Players presenting “Small Tragedy” at 7:30 p.m. Through Oct. 8. Tickets are $10-$15. 289-8980.
Second Presbyterian Church The Richmond Shakespeare Theatre presents “Julius Caesar” at 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Saturdays at 2 p.m. Through Oct. 28. Tickets are $13-$24. 5 N. Fifth St. Call (866) 227-3849 or visit www.richmondshakespeare.com.
night life
1 North Belmont The Carol Covell Trio (jazz), 7-10 p.m., free. 358-0050.
Alley Katz The Charlie Hunter Trio, 18 and older, 8 p.m.-midnight, $13-$15. 643-2816.
Ashland Coffee & Tea Chris Proctor and Todd Hallawell (guitarists), 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.
Big Daddy’s Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 344-5344.
Bleu Bistro The Rhythmasters (jazz), 8-11 p.m., free. 750-1120.
Bogart’s Back Room Pop Rivet (R&B, funk), 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 Tuscan Grille The Stan Smith/Jack Diamond Duo (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 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 102.1 the X presents Triple Threat Thursdays with Bock’s Car, Wezst, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 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.
Club Richbrau DJ dance night, weekly, 8 p.m. 644-3018.
Crossroads Open-mic night with Michelle Saud features Rize, weekly, free. 643-2060.
Double Bull Sherry’s Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 264-2855.
Europa Escape with Oliver K (dark progressive house), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.
Funny Bone Sheryl Underwood, 7:30 p.m., $20. 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 (neo soul, R&B, hip-hop), weekly, 4-9 p.m., free. IP Logic presents 12″ Dance Party with DJs JoAnna O & Jesse Split (electronic dance music), weekly, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 254-1942.
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.
Poe’s Pub Jason Hearst (alt rock), 9:30 p.m., $5. 648-2120.
Pour House West End Government Cheese, 9 p.m., free. 364-9083.
Rare Olde Times Uisce Beathe (Irish jam), weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.
Reflections For Women Only Night (house, dance, urban), weekly, 6 p.m., 545-8983.
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.
Sycamore Rouge (Petersburg) Monthly Poetry Slam, 8 p.m., free. 957-5707.
Tonic Soul Kitchen (music and poetry), weekly, 8 p.m., $7. 304-6857.
The Tobacco Company Live music, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Visions Dance Club Karaoke, weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 379-3800.
Friday 06
events
Nostalgiafest Petersburg’s arts festival features walking tours, food and music, starting at 6 p.m. Through Oct. 8. Admission prices vary by event. Call 732-0700 or visit www.downtownpetersburg.net.
2nd Street Festival The 2nd Street Festival brings music, food, dance and more to Jackson Ward, kicking off with a performance by Johnnie Houston & The Legends at 6 p.m. Through Oct. 8. Free. 788-6466.
film
International Film Series The University of Richmond presents a free weekly film series, 3 p.m. in the Adams Auditorium. This week, “The Memory of a Killer.” 287-6699.
word
Chucky and Don Don Mancini, creator of horror icon Chucky, joins Dan Neman and Clint McCown for a talk on filmmaking followed by a screening of “Bride of Chucky,” 7:30 p.m. at VCU’s Temple Building Auditorium. Tickets are $5-$12. 901 W. Main St. 474-3575.
Eyes on Richmond Forum This weekly lunch forum focuses on a different aspect of the city’s issues each week 12:30-1:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. This week, Charles Peters talks about “Planning for Change: How Does the City Do It?” with food from Peking. Admission is $6. 815 E. Grace St. 643-3589.
James River Writers Conference The James River Writers Conference presents its 2006 Speakers at the Library of Virginia, including Jeannette Walls, Hampton Sides and Alex Kershaw, starting at 9 a.m. Through Oct. 7. Tickets are $150. 800 E. Broad St. Call 474-3575 or visit www.jamesriverwriters.com.
The Real World Cast Gets Real Ruthie Alcaide and Randy Berry of MTV’s “The Real World” talk about addiction at Randolph-Macon College’s Blackwell Auditorium at 8 p.m. Free. (800) 888-1762.
Science and Faith Lecture Cambridge mathematician John Barrow gives a talk on “Our Place in the Universe” in VCU’s School of Engineering Auditorium at 7 p.m. Free. 601 W. Main St. 628-1926.
music
A-cappella Concert Impromptu, a 13-voice ensemble, performs with the choir of the Episcopal Church of the Creator for the church’s 40th anniversary concert at 7:30 p.m. 7159 Mechanicsville Turnpike. 746-8765.
Big and Rich at the State Fair Country stars Big and Rich play the Virginia State Fair at 7 p.m. with Cowboy Troy. Tickets are $35-$45. Call 569-3232 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
Classical Music Concert The Friends of VCU Music Donor Recognition Concert starts at 8 p.m. in the Singleton Center. 922 Park Ave. 828-6776.
Groovin’ in the Garden Dr. John performs for the weekly concert series at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $20-$25. 262-9887.
Will Downing in Concert Soul singer and composer Downing performs at the Landmark Theater at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $35-$45. Call 257-5827 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
stage
Empire Theatre Theatre IV presents “The True Story of Pocahontas” at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Through Oct. 22. Tickets are $14-$16. 114 W. Broad St. 344-8040.
Scream Forest and Creepy Hollow Hayride The haunted outdoors returns for another year of walking and hayriding whilst screaming, starting at 7:30 p.m. every Friday-Saturday through October on Staples Mill Road 6 miles west of I-295. Tickets for each attraction are $13. 752-6992.
galleries
First Fridays The monthly art walk on Broad Street continues its season of gallery opening receptions with street performers and vendors, 7-10 p.m. For a listing of gallery openings, check the Galleries box. Call 344-1508 or visit www.firstfridaysrichmond.com.
museums
Wilton House Museum The Wilton House Museum presents “With Every Season: A Crisp Autumn’s Day” through Nov. 12. 215 S. Wilton Road. 282-5936.
night life
Alley Katz The Hint, Voodoo Blue, To Walk Once More, The Rulers, Dem Lakeside Boyz, all ages, 5-9 p.m., $7. Saint Diablo, Separation, New Ritual Age, 18 and older, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $10-$12. 643-2816.
Arthur’s at Inns of Virginia Leroy Thomas and the Zydeco Road Runners, dance lesson 7 p.m., music 8-11 p.m., $10. 288-2800.
Ashland Coffee & Tea Last Train Home (alt-country), 8 p.m., $10. 798-1702.
Babes of Carytown Wrenn Mangum (rockabilly), 8 p.m., $5. 355-9330.
Bahama Joe’s Live country music, weekly, 9:15 p.m., $5. 262-9652.
Bleu Bistro Big Boss Man, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 750-1120.
Bogart’s Back Room John Winntet (jazz), 8 p.m., $7. 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.
Cabo’s Corner Bistro Bart Chucker Band (rock), 9:30 p.m., free. 355-1144.
Canal Club Particle, The Bridge, 8:30 p.m., $15-$17.50. 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.
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. Random Acts (improv), 10 p.m., $10-$12. 266-9377.
County Rib & Ale House Bill Roberts, weekly, 8:30-11:30 p.m., free. 675-4447.
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 and the Keynotes (jazz), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 359-1224.
Europa DJ Jeff McGrath and Tyke (progressive house), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.
Funny Bone Sheryl Underwood, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $22. 521-8900.
Glenn’s Corporation Baker Brothers, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 321-3444.
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 The Urban Sol Connection with Teshia and DJ Teige, weekly, 7-9 p.m., free. 254-1942.
James River Cellars Winery Fridays on the Patio, weekly, 6-9 p.m., $12. 550-7516.
Lucky Lounge DJ Burn-E (electronic, dance, polka), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 648-5100.
Manhattans & Cotton Club Sol (Fridays at Sunset after party), weekly, 10 p.m. 644-5777.
Mars Bar New Wave Dance Night, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.
Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar Bungalow 6, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., $5. 254-4904.
Mary’s Dugout Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 266-7883.
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.
Poe’s Pub Silverback Blues Burners, 9:30 p.m., $5. 648-2120.
Pour House West End Ladies ’80s with DJ Disco Stew, 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.
Shenanigans The Slack Family (bluegrass), 9 p.m., $6. 264-5010.
Sin é Special Edition, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.
Sycamore Rouge (Petersburg) Susan Greenbaum (pop, rock), 8 p.m., $5. 957-5707.
Thai Curry House Richmond Underground presents Level II (retro electric, dance music), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 358-7027.
The Tobacco Company Live music, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Tropical Soul Café Reflections of the Soul (art show, music), 7-9 p.m., free. HBNS (soul rock), 9:30-11:30 p.m., free. 771-1605.
Saturday 07
events
Family Festival Three Chopt Presbyterian Church presents a festival with games, food, dancing and music by Robbie Turner and The Other Voices, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 9315 Three Chopt Road. 270-5452.
Lights, Camera, Auction UMFS hosts a Roaring ’20s fundraiser with music, food and rinks, 7-10:30 p.m. at Plant Zero. Tickets are $50. 0 E. Fourth St. 254-9674.
film
Poe Film Festival The Edgar Allan Poe Museum screens film adaptations of Poe’s work at 7 p.m. Through Oct. 8. “Child’s Play” creator Don Mancini gives a talk before the Oct. 8 screening. Tickets are $5-$8. 1914 E. Main St. 648-5523.
word
Book Signing Mystery author J.B. Stanley launches a new book at Creatures ‘n Crooks Bookshoppe at 4 p.m. 3156 W. Cary St. 340-0277.
music
Dan Zanes in Concert The Modlin Center’s 11th season continues with Dan Zanes and Friends, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tickets are $12. 289-8980.
Faculty Concert The VCU Music Faculty Recital features Art Esposito at 8 p.m. in the Singleton Center. 922 Park Ave. 828-6776.
High on the Hog The 30th annual Church Hill music festival at Libby Hill Park gets started at noon with the meats and the music by The Billy Price Band, The Good Humor Band, The Bopcats and others. Free. 788-1715.
Macon Music Festival R-MC hosts a battle of the bands with Pennyshaker and others, starting at noon in Blackwell Auditorium. Tickets are $5-$10. (800) 888-1762.
Music Connections Series British band Herman’s Hermits, featuring Peter Noone, starts off the concert series at the Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen for two shows: 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets are $40-$50. 2880 Mountain Road. 261-6200.
Music in the Old Church Immanuel Episcopal Church presents choral and instrumental music from Paul Winter’s “Missa Gaia” performed by Kelly Kennedy, Desiree Roots Centeio and 60 other musicians, 2 and 8 p.m. at Church of the Holy Comforter. Tickets are $10. 4819 Monument Ave. 779-3454.
galleries
Chop Suey Books “Fork,” an exhibition of woodcuts by Mandy Dunn, opens with a reception, 5-8 p.m. Through Nov. 5. 1317 W. Cary St. 497-4705.
Rentz Gallery A show of works from Nimrod Hall’s 20th Anniversary Exhibit opens with a reception, 6-9 p.m. Through Oct. 30. 1700 W. Main St. 358-5338.
museums
Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar The center’s permanent flagship exhibit “In the Cause of Liberty” opens with a day of events, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 490 Tredegar St. 788-6498.
Virginia War Memorial The war memorial presents its Third Annual Massing of Colors Ceremony with more than 50 color guards at 10 a.m. Free. 621 S. Belvidere St. 786-2060.
night life
Alley Katz Race the Sun, Murphy’s Kids, Fighting to Forget, The Half Jeffersons, all ages, 5-9 p.m., $7. Scott Weis Band, 18 and older, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $10. 643-2816.
Artspace At the Stars, Glass Palace, Hallelujah Boy, Ones and Zeroes, 5 p.m., free. 232-6464.
Ashland Coffee & Tea Brian Bachman and the New Romancers, 8 p.m., $4. 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 Black Rose, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 750-1120.
Bogart’s Back Room Roger Carroll Band (jazz), 9 p.m., $7. 353-9280.
Bottega Bistro Thomas Coleman (acoustic guitar), weekly, 6-9 p.m., free. 379-9899.
Club Richbrau DJ Rocky and Friends (dance music), weekly, 9 p.m., free. 644-3018.
ComedySportz ComedySportz High School League, 4 p.m., weekly, $7. ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7:30 p.m., $10-$12. 266-9377.
County Rib and Ale House Q94’s Pauly Madison, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 675-4447.
Europa DJ Omar (deep house), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.
Funny Bone Sheryl Underwood, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $22. 521-8900.
Glenn’s Corporation Baker Brothers, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 321-3444.
Gospel Chicken House Bluegrass Inspirations, Homeward Bound, 7 p.m., free. 833-6487.
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.
Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar Rescue Squad, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., $5. 254-4904.
O’Toole’s Restaurant 40th Anniversary Party with the Janet Martin Band, Glenn Crone, Bluz Catz and Ominotago, 3 p.m., $5. 233-1781.
Poe’s Pub Tap Water, 8 p.m., free. 648-2120.
Pomegranate Euro Bistro Terry Garland CD release, 8:30 p.m., free. 643-9354.
Rare Olde Times Andy, Cindy and Thensome (Irish folk), weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.
Richbrau’s TapHouse Grill Russ Hanchin and Joe Sarver Jazz Duo (swing jazz), weekly, 7-10 p.m., free. 644-3018.
Shenanigans The Memphis Rockabilly Band, 8:30 p.m. 264-5010.
Sin é James Snyder, 9:45 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.
Sycamore Rouge (Petersburg) Sin City Revival (Southern rock), 8 p.m., $5. 957-5707.
The Tobacco Company Live music, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Tropical Soul Soul Fa Real night (funk, reggae, hip-hop, soul), 9:45 p.m., free. This week, The Krew Classic. 771-1605.
Sunday 08
film
International Film Series The University of Richmond presents a free weekly film series, 4 p.m. in Jepson Hall 118. This week, “The Memory of a Killer.” 287-6699.
word
Book Signing N. Frank Daniels signs copies of his first novel “Futureproof” at Chop Suey Books, 4-6 p.m. 1317 W. Cary St. 497-4705.
music
Elliot Yamin at the State Fair Hometown musical hero Yamin plays the Virginia State Fair at 6 p.m. Tickets are $40. Call 569-3232 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
India.Arie in Concert The songstress plays the Landmark Theater at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $37.50. Call 262-8100 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
Second Sunday South of the James Series Bon Air Presbyterian Church presents a multimedia concert for piano, flute and cello at 4 p.m. Admission by donation. 9201 W. Huguenot Road. 272-7514.
Symphony Orchestra Concert The VCU Symphony Orchestra performs at 3 p.m. in the Singleton Center. 922 Park Ave. 828-6776.
museums
Valentine Richmond History Center The museum hosts walking tours every Sunday at 2 p.m. This week the tour explores Hollywood Cemetery. Admission is $5-$10. 1015 E. Clay St. 649-0711.
night life
Bleu Bistro Nard’s Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 750-1120.
Blue Mountain Cafe The RJR Duo with John Conley, Ryan Hughitt and featuring Jason Gay (jazz), weekly, noon-3 p.m., free. 355-8002.
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 Benefit concert for Rick Meek with Terry Garland, Li’l Ronnie, Mo Debree, The Bopcats, Billy Ray Hatley and the Show Dogs, Blues Flash and others, 2-8 p.m. 643-2582.
Cary Street Café Bluegrass brunch jam, weekly, 2-5 p.m., free. 353-7445.
Commercial Taphouse 3 Tattoo Red (folk), 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 359-6544.
Easy Street Café 9:55 Club Comedy Night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 355-1198.
Funny Bone Roman Murray, 7 p.m., $10. 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, Robin Cairns and the Squalor Hollow Boyz. 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.
O’Toole’s Restaurant 40th Anniversary Party with the Gary Gerloff Band, Greater Richmond Pipes & Drums, Tinker’s Dam, and Chicago Cy Band, 3 p.m., $5. 233-1781.
Shenanigans The Good Humor Band, 6 p.m. 264-5010.
Monday 09
film
Film Screening French film director Yohann Gloaguen screens and discusses his film “It’s in the Air” at R-MC’s McGraw-Page Library at 4:15 p.m. Free. (800) 888-1762.
word
Virginia Arts and Letters Live Hilarie Burton, star of CW Drama “One Tree Hill,” hosts the annual literary event, reading along with Clay McLeod Chapman, Irene Ziegler and Erin Thomas, 8 p.m. at the Empire Theatre. Tickets are $20-$25. 114 W. Broad St. 282-2620.
stage
Modlin Center The University of Richmond Modlin Center’s 11th season continues with The Aquila Theatre Company presenting “The Canterbury Tales” at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30. 289-8980.
night life
Alley Katz Sparta, Soundteam, Lola Ray, all ages, 6-11 p.m., $13-$15. 643-2816.
Bogart’s Back Room Modern Groove Syndicate (jazz, funk, hip-hop), weekly, 9 p.m., $6. 353-9280.
Borders Jim Brickman, 7 p.m., free. 965-0771.
Café Diem Open-mic night with Wes Edwards, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 353-2500.
Cary Street Café The Spaceheaters (rock), weekly, 9 p.m., free. 353-7445.
Element Lounge Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 788-8001.
Funny Bone Tickled Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Event, 7 p.m. 521-8900.
Mars Bar Milli Vanilli Karaoke, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.
Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar Yo Momma’s Brass Band, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 254-4904.
Penny Lane Pub Karaoke, weekly, free. 780-1682.
Tuesday 10
word
Archivist Talk The Library of Virginia celebrates Archives Week with a talk by Barbara Little on “Genealogical Research: What a Difference a Decade Makes!” at noon. 800 E. Broad St. 692-3592.
Coffee and Conversations The Barksdale Theatre presents a behind-the-scenes look at “The Constant Wife,” 9:30-10:30 a.m. Free. 1601 Willow Lawn Drive. 282-2620.
music
Barbershop Chorus The large a cappella men’s chorus The Virginians presents its “U Can Sing 2” open house and guest night, 7 p.m. at North Star Academy. Free. 8055 Shrader Road. 291-3554.
night life
Bahama Joe’s Karaoke with Smitty, weekly, free. 262-9652.
Bleu Bistro The Richmond Jazz Society presents Robert Jospé & Inner Rhythm, 7 p.m., $5-$8. 750-1120.
Bogart’s Back Room Mike Gales and the Warriorz (funk), 9 p.m., $3. 353-9280.
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.
Clock Tower Pub Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 730-8686.
Corner Bar and Grill Open-mic night with J. Cornachione, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 213-3046.
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.
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 Kevin Selfe, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 648-2120.
Pour House West End Kamikaze Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 364-9083.
Richmond Convention Center All-American Rejects, DaMone, Ima Robot, 7 p.m., $14-$16. 828-4602.
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.
Shenanigans Keith Rogers and Friends, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 264-5010.
Sports Page Open Mic Night, weekly. 379-1844.
Sticky Rice Nard’s Karaoke, weekly, $3. 358-7870.
The Tobacco Company Live music, 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.