Wednesday 13
word
Holiday Reading JoAnn Bertana presents “Yuletide From Yesteryear,” a Victorian Christmas reading, 4 p.m. at the West End Branch Library. 5420 Patterson Ave. 646-1877.
music
Chorus Concert The Henrico Pops Chorus performs “Jingle All the Way,” holiday favorites at 7:30 p.m. at the Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Free. 2880 Mountain Road. 501-5859.
Music at Midday The Jefferson Hotel music series continues with Lyrical Ladies from Pocahontas Middle School at noon. Free. 101 W. Franklin St. 788-7800.
night life
Babes of Carytown Karaoke, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 355-9330.
Bogart’s Back Room Anti-Matter Machine, Tony Brown (alt rock), 9 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 Dominic Carpin, 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 (big-band jazz), 10 p.m., free. 358-0868.
Easy Street Café Nard’s Karaoke, weekly, 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m., 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 Lounge Sessions with DJs Kean and Jereme Rometti (house, funk), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 643-0911.
Funny Bone Andy Hendrickson, 7:30 p.m., $14. 521-8900.
Gallery5 Souvenir’s Young America, Tides, Cough, Giant, 7 p.m., $5. 644-0005.
Glenn’s Corporation Another Level (R&B, funk), weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, $5. 321-3444.
Ham’s Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 965-5520.
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.
Old City Bar Steve Kessler Trio (jazz), weekly, 8:30-11:30 p.m., free. 644-4411.
Penny Lane Pub Acoustic open-mic night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 780-1682.
Poe’s Pub Edge of Night (acoustic rock), 9 p.m., free. 648-2120.
Positive Vibe Café Engine 143 (Carter family tribute), 7:30-9:30 p.m., free. 560-9622.
Rare Olde Times Princess Complex, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.
Rosie Connolly’s Pub Irish jam, 7:30 p.m., free. 343-1063.
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.
Tobacco Company Chicago Cy Band, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Thursday 14
music
Music at Midday The Jefferson Hotel music series continues with the Thomas Jefferson High School Concert Choir at noon. Free. 101 W. Franklin St. 788-7800.
Rebecca St. James in Concert Christian pop artist Rebecca St. James performs a concert of holiday and contemporary music with Brian Littrell, 7:30 p.m. at Victory Tabernacle. Tickets are $18-$25. 11700 Genito Road. (800) 330-6741, ext. 228.
stage
Art Works “Holiday Hafla,” an evening of belly dance performance, starts at 7 p.m. Admission is $4-$8. 320 Hull St. 721-4927.
museums
Agecroft Hall and Gardens Agecroft presents “Christmas Tea & Tours at the Neighbors,” 3-5 p.m. Through Dec. 15. Tickets are $22.50-$25. 4305 Sulgrave Road. 353-4241.
night life
Alley Katz Villebillies, 18 and older, 8 p.m.-midnight, $6. 643-2816.
Amigo’s Camelot Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 262-9652.
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 The Whiskey Rebellion (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 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 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.
Café Gutenberg Pangaea Lounge with DJ Carlito (international music), 9-11:30 p.m., free. 497-5000.
Canal Club Three Bands for Three Thursday with Death and Glory, weekly, 8:30 p.m., $3. 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 Existor (jam, rock), 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.
Europa Escape with Oliver K (dark progressive house), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.
Funny Bone Andy Hendrickson, 7:30 p.m., $14. 521-8900.
Gallery5 Richmond Turntable Sessions v4.0 with Krames, Throdown, Kelli Strawbridge, Caustic Castle and others, 7 p.m., $7 ($1 off for wearing a Christmas sweater, $1 off for bringing a can of food). 644-0005.
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.
Old City Bar Steve Kessler Quartet (jazz), weekly, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., free. 644-4411.
Poe’s Pub Scott Varney (rock duo), 9:30 p.m., $5. 648-2120.
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.
Shenanigans East/West Harmonica Blowout with Greg Taylor, Mitch Kasmar, and Li’l Ronnie and the Grand Dukes, 8 p.m., $15. 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.
Tobacco Company Janet Martin, 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 15
events
Church Hill Annual Holiday Festival A weekend of holiday events, music and house tours kicks off with vespers at St. John’s Church, a candlelight walk and caroling at Libby Hill Park, starting at 7 p.m. Free. 649-0001.
word
Art Talk Twyla Kitts discusses the connection between motion and art in the “Speed” exhibit at VMFA at noon. Free. 200 N. Boulevard. 340-1405.
music
Music at Midday The Jefferson Hotel music series continues with the Prince George High School Vocal Ensemble at noon. Free. 101 W. Franklin St. 788-7800.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra The rock orchestra brings its Winter Tour 2006 to the Richmond Coliseum at 8 p.m. Tickets are $31-$46. Call 262-8100 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
stage
Atlee High School The Concert Ballet of Virginia presents “The Nutcracker” at 7:30 p.m. Through Dec. 17 with 2:30 p.m. matinees. Tickets are $15-$24. 9414 Atlee Station Road. 798-0945.
Firehouse Theatre Project Musical outfits Dick Butt Kiss and the TightEnds, and Special Ed and the Short Bus present the musical comedy “The Christmas Story, According to Uncle Daddy” at 8 p.m. with a 2 p.m. matinee and 8 p.m. show Dec. 16. Through Dec. 16. Tickets are $15. 1609 W. Broad St. Call 355-2001 or visit www.dbkte.com.
Richmond Ballet The ballet and Richmond Symphony present “The Nutcracker” at the Landmark Theater at 7 p.m. Through Dec. 23. Tickets are $8-$100. Call 262-8100 or www.ticketmaster.com.
galleries
1212 Gallery Artist Charles Philip Brooks presents his Tonalist paintings, 7-10 p.m. Through Jan. 21. 12 E. 12th St. 233-9957.
Artemis Gallery The gallery hosts an end-of-the-year holiday art party, 5-10 p.m. 1601 W. Main St. 254-1755.
TorMan Essential Energy Products A show of works by Diane Murdock is featured in a reception, 6-9 p.m. 29 N. 17th St. 648-5900.
night life
Alley Katz Hamaganza 2006 with Dirtwoman, Sean McClain, Jim Wark, Alyssa and others, 18 and older, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $10 or free with canned ham. 643-2816.
Ashland Coffee & Tea Kelly Joe Phelps, 8 p.m., $15. 798-1702.
Babes of Carytown Kristin, 8-11 p.m., $5. 355-9330.
Bahama Joe’s Live country music, weekly, 9 p.m., $5. 262-9652.
Bogart’s Back Room Pennyshaker (funk, rock), 9 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.
Canal Club Sister Hazel, 8:30 p.m., $17.50-$20. 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 In Session (reggae, funk), 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.
Clock Tower Pub Missing Mason (classic rock). 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. 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.
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 Andy Hendrickson, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $16. 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.
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.
Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar Reggie Righteous and The Prophets of Funk, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., $5. 254-4904.
McGoo’s Pub The Fender Benders (classic rock), 9 p.m., free. 276-5577.
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.
O’Toole’s Restaurant Harry Clary (classic rock), 10 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 233-1781.
Outlaws (Petersburg) Marna Bales Band, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 862-9277.
Poe’s Pub Loose Gravel (classic rock), 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.
Sin é Live music, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.
Stratford Grill Camelot Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 320-1218.
Thai Curry House Richmond Underground presents Level II (retro electric, dance music), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 358-7027.
Tobacco Company Janet Martin Band, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Saturday 16
events
Church Hill Ball The holiday festival continues with a ball at the Overlook, with food, drink, and music by the Soul Providers, 8 p.m.-midnight. Tickets are $45-$65. 22nd and Grace streets. 649-0001.
Dog Park Christmas Party Forest Hill Presbyterian Church presents a Christmas party to benefit the Richmond SPCA, 11 a.m.-noon. 4401 Forest Hill Ave. 233-4371.
Fancy Hat Tea Average Girl Magazine presents a tea, silent auction, fashion show and talk by author Susie Galvez, 1-3 p.m. at the Wyndham Hotel. 274-8976.
stage
Chesterfield Children’s Theatre “A Fairy Tale Christmas” features storybook characters in a holiday musical at 3 p.m. Free. 3600 North St. 691-7235.
museums
Pamplin Historical Park Civil War Santa comes to the park for a day of activities starting at 10 a.m. Free. 6125 Boydton Plank Road in Petersburg. 861-2408, ext. 606.
Virginia Aviation Museum The Wright Brothers Celebration features a replica of the Wright Flyer and other exhibits on the birth of human flight, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets are $4-$6. 5701 Huntsman Road. 236-3622.
night life
Alley Katz Duchess of York, Official Performance Machines, The Diffusers, The Rothesays, all ages, 5-9 p.m., $5. Jubeus, Copper Sails, 18 and older, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $7. 643-2816.
Ashland Coffee & Tea The Taters/Grandsons Christmas Show, 8 p.m., $10 in advance. 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.
Bogart’s Back Room The Switch (jazz), 9 p.m., $7. 353-9280.
Bottega Bistro Thomas Coleman (acoustic guitar), weekly, 6-9 p.m., free. 379-9899.
Café Diem Wrinkle Neck Mules (bluegrass), 9 p.m., free. 353-2500.
Canal Club Winter Bliss Dance Party with the Richmatic DJs, 10 p.m., $10 after 11 p.m. 643-2582.
Cary Street Café Cary Street Café Jazz Jam Band, weekly, 2-5 p.m., free. Crucial Elements (reggae), 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.
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. 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.
Escabar The Carol Covell Trio (jazz), 8-11 p.m., free. 288-4885.
Europa DJ Omar (deep house), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.
Funny Bone Andy Hendrickson, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $16. 521-8900.
Gallery5 Zombie Dance Party with DJ 8 Bit, The Hymnal, El Zombie, Channel 43, 21 and older, 9 p.m., $4-$5. 644-0005.
Glenn’s Corporation Baker Brothers, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 321-3444.
Grafiti Grille Stone’s Stew (jazz), 7-9 p.m., free. 288-0633.
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.
Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar Bent, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., $5. 254-4904.
O’Toole’s Restaurant Bluz Catz (R&B), 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 233-1781.
Poe’s Pub Angry Johnny and The Killbillies (alt-country rock), 9:30 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 Shiny Stockings Trio featuring Russ Hanchin, Joe Sarver and Maria Garcia (classic swing jazz and bossa), weekly, 8-11 p.m., free. 644-3018.
Shenanigans The English Channel, 8:30 p.m., $6. 264-5010.
Sin é Pennyshaker, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.
Tobacco Company Big City, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Tropical Soul Soul Fa Real night (funk, reggae, hip-hop, soul), 9:45 p.m., free. 771-1605.
Sunday 17
events
Church Hill Holiday House Tour Holiday decorated houses are on display, noon-6 p.m. Tickets are $15-$20. 649-0001.
WWE Armageddon WWE World Heavyweight Champion Batista, The Undertaker, Kane and others thrash and are thrashed by their fellow wrestlers, 7:45 p.m. at the Richmond Coliseum. Tickets are $20-$175. Call 262-8100 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
music
Carols Grace and Holy Trinity Episcopal Church presents Christmas carols at 11 a.m. Free. 8 N. Laurel St. 359-5628.
Handbell Concert Cool Spring Baptist Church hosts a program of Christmas music on handbells at 6 p.m. Free. 9283 Atlee Station Road. 730-7974.
Richmond Concert Band The band performs holiday music at Tabernacle Baptist Church with Meade Skelton at 4 p.m. 1925 Grove Ave. 355-0134.
Stretchin’ at the Barksdale Theatre The monthly music series at the Barksdale continues with performances by Susan Greenbaum and the Dixie Power Trio, 6-8 p.m. Tickets are $5. 1601 Willow Lawn Drive. 358-5338.
night life
Alley Katz CKY, Murder Junkies, all ages, 7-11 p.m., $15. 643-2816.
Babes of Carytown Ya-Ya Sisterhood (tea dance), 3-8 p.m. 355-9330.
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.
Café Gutenberg Light in the Attic music series (experimental music), 8 p.m., free. 497-5000.
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 (psychedelic rock), 9 p.m., free. 353-7445.
ComedySportz The Rachel Garmon Cabaret (musical theater), 7 p.m., $10. 266-9377.
Commercial Taphouse Buttercup, 9 p.m., free. 359-6544.
Easy Street Café 9:55 Club Comedy Night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 355-1198.
Emilio’s The Transmitters (reggae), 18 and older, 9 p.m., $5. 359-1224.
Funny Bone Andy Hendrickson, 7 p.m., $14. 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, 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.
Positive Vibe Café Hassan Haitly (piano), 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.
Shenanigans James Hand with Jason Eady, 6:30 p.m. 264-5010.
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 18
word
SlamRichmond SlamRichmond: Season Too continues with a holiday slam of spoken word artists and poets, at ComedySportz at 7 p.m. Admission is $8, $5 with an unwrapped toy. 7115A Staples Mill Road. 266-9377.
music
Music at Midday The Jefferson Hotel music series continues with the Collegiate School Chorus and Camarata at noon. Free. 101 W. Franklin St. 788-7800.
night life
Bogart’s Back Room The Sauce (progressive blues, soul), 9 p.m., $6. 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.
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 19
word
Storytelling The Tell Tale Hearts Storytellers Theater hosts an open mic at Ashland Coffee and Tea, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. 100 N. Railroad Ave. 798-1702.
music
Music at Midday The Jefferson Hotel music series continues with the Saint Gertrude High School Choir at noon. Free. 101 W. Franklin St. 788-7800.
night life
Alley Katz Haste the Day, Calico System, Heavy Heavy Low Low, Flee the Seen, all ages, 6-10 p.m., $10-$12. 643-2816.
Bahama Joe’s Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 262-9652.
Bleu Bistro Open-mic night, weekly, 7 p.m., free. 750-1120.
Bogart’s Back Room Moossa (reggae, jazz), 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.
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.
Emilio’s Richmatic presents the Producer’s Cup (underground hip-hop), 18 and older, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $3 under 21. 359-1224.
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 Camelot 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.
Shenanigans The Taters, 8 p.m., free. 864-5010.
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 Dennis Licari, 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. S