Calendar

Arts and entertainment events in Richmond.

Wednesday 07

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Artist’s Talk VCU School of the Arts presents a talk by Annelies Grimbergen at the Grace Street Theater, 3-5:30 p.m. 934 W. Grace St. 225-4142.

James River Writers Bookfair Christine Todd Whitman reads and signs copies of her autobiography “It’s My Party, Too: The Battle for the Heart of the GOP and the Future of America” at Barnes and Noble Libbie Place at 12:30 p.m. At 7 p.m., Colleen Curran moderates a discussion of “Being a Richmond Writer” with Ann Thomas Soffee, Gigi Amateau and Ron Smith. 5501 W. Broad St. 282-0781.

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Innsbrook After Hours The Innsbrook music series continues with a performance by Little Feat. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $10. Call 794-6700 or visit www.innsbrookafterhours.com.

Robert Jospe in Concert The jazz composer and percussionist performs with Inner Rhythm at Randolph-Macon College at 7:30 p.m. Free. 752-3600.

night life

Arthur’s at Inns of Virginia Nick’s Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 288-2800.

Awful Arthur’s (West End) Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 672-9385.

Babe’s Karaoke, weekly, free. 355-9330.

Bogart’s Back Room Mike Gales and the Warriorz (funk), 9 p.m., $5. 353-9280.

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

Bottom Line Nick’s karaoke, weekly. 644-5944.

Bubba’s Restaurant Oldies Music Night, weekly, 8-11 p.m., free. 236-1600.

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

Breaker’s South No Charge, weekly, 8 p.m. 323-8024.

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

Cary Street Café Sons of Thunder (reggae), 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

Club 534 Berlin, ’80s new-wave night, weekly. 353-9670.

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

Commercial Taphouse Irish jam, 9 p.m., free. 359-6544.

Emilio’s Southside Funk Allstars (jam, drum ‘n’ bass), weekly, 10 p.m., $3. 359-1224.

Europa Ground Zero DJs (house, down tempo, dub), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 643-0911.

Funny Bone Komic Sutra, 8 p.m., $10. 521-8900.

Glenn’s Tavern Another Level (R&B, funk), weekly, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., $5. 321-3444.

Hard Shell RPF Music (jazz), weekly, 7-9 p.m., free. 643-2333.

Lakeside Tavern Harrison Deane Band (rock), 7:30-11:30 p.m., free. 264-3799.

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.

Nanci Raygun No Talent Show, Blue Ink Rebellion, The Soundtrack, Pendleton, all ages, 5 p.m., $6. The Great White Jenkins, Cinemasophia, Ilad, 18 and older, 10 p.m., $5. 353-4263.

Out of Bounds Faron Hamblin, weekly, 10:30 p.m., free. 355-7390.

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

Poe’s Pub John Erwin (solo acoustic), 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.

Reflections Fahari Sound (reggae), weekly, $5 for men. 519-5324.

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.

Sin é John Small, 8:30-11:30 p.m., free. 649-7767.

The Tobacco Company Bopcats, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Thursday 08

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James River Writers Bookfair James River Writers David L. Robbins, Howard Owen and Phaedra Hise discuss the JRW Conference at Barnes and Noble Libbie Place at 7 p.m. 5501 W. Broad St. 282-0781.

Poetry Open Mic The Short Pump Poets read at Barnes and Noble Short Pump at 7:30 p.m. 11640 W. Broad St. 360-0103.

Reading Chop Suey Books presents a reading of philosophy by Gary Shapiro and Kevin Kusara at 7:30 p.m. 1317 W. Cary St. 497-4705.

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Innsbrook After Hours The Innsbrook music series ends its season with a performance by Hall and Oates. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $15-$35. Call 794-6700 or visit www.innsbrookafterhours.com.

Swingin’ on the Tracks The concert series at the Science Museum of Virginia runs 6-10 p.m. Tickets are $10-$12. This week, performances by Deborah Coleman and Chicago Cy. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1540.

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Firehouse Theatre The Firehouse Theatre Project presents “Where’s My Money?” — John Patrick Shanley’s dark comedy about marriage — at 8 p.m. Through Oct. 1. Tickets are $20. 1609 W. Broad St. 355-2001.

museums

University of Richmond Museums Artist Bernard Chaet gives a talk — “Why Paint?” —followed by a reception and viewing of his exhibit “A Good Day for Painting: The Art of Bernard Chaet,” 7-9 p.m. at the Harnett Museum of Art. 289-8276.

Virginia Historical Society Elizabeth O’Leary gives a talk on “From Morning to Night: Domestic Service in Maymont House and the Gilded Age South” at noon. Admission is $3-$5. 428 N. Boulevard. 358-4901.

night life

Ashland Coffee and Tea Last Train Home (alt country), 8 p.m., $10-$15. 798-1702.

Azzurro’s Restaurant Emme St. James and Her Jazz Gentlemen, 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 Scattered, Smothered and Covered (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 Carol Covell Trio (jazz), 6-9 p.m., free. 272-2255.

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

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.

Café Gutenberg Pangaea Lounge with DJ Carlito (world music), 8:30 p.m.-midnight, free. 497-5000.

Cary Street Café Moossa (jam), 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

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.

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

Firebirds Rocky Mountain Grill Kevin Kelley, weekly, 5-9 p.m., free. 364-9744.

Funny Bone Ralphie May, 8 p.m., $18. 521-8900.

Fusion Live blues and jazz, weekly, 9 p.m., $7. 249-2338.

Glenn’s Tavern Hot City, weekly, 8:30-11:30 p.m. 321-6487.

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

Hyperlink Café Liquid Lounge with DJ Rayvon (old school, reggae, crunk), weekly, 10 p.m., $3-$5. 254-1942.

Kitty O’Shea’s Blues Flash open-mic night, weekly, 8:30-11 p.m., free. 739-0800.

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.

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

Nanci Raygun Dynamite Club, The Social Dropouts, Morbid Nutsack, The Drugs, all ages, 9 p.m., $5. 353-4263.

Out of Bounds Jason Horst, weekly, 10 p.m. 355-7390.

Poe’s Pub The Big Guys (rock), 9:30 p.m., $5. 648-2120.

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

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.

The Tobacco Company Culdera, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Upper East Side Lounge Adrian Duke (piano), 7 p.m., $5. 467-6182.

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

Wonderland Throttlerod, Totimoshi. 643-9233.

Friday 09

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Friday for the Arts! Petersburg’s monthly art event opens new shows at galleries and museums in the Old Town area, 7-10 p.m. For more information, call 733-2352.

International Film Festival The University of Richmond film series kicks off with an African Film Program, Sept. 9-10. Today, “Borders” shows at Adams Auditorium at 3 p.m. Free. 287-6699.

Main Street Art Walk Galleries, salons and restaurants on Main Street participate in a second-Friday art walk with music and art opening receptions, starting at 7 p.m. Call the Artemis Gallery for more information, 254-1755.

Wine and Beer Tasting Maymont’s Dooley Noted Society hosts its eighth wine and beer tasting, with food and live music, 6 p.m. at The Robins Nature and Visitor Center. Tickets are $17-$25. 2201 Shields Lake Dr. 358-7166, ext. 322.

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Jazz Concert The Art6 Performance Series presents Tony Garcia and Maria Reyes Garcia performing “An Evening of Jazz and Latin Music” at 8 p.m. Tickets are $5. 6 E. Broad St. 343-1406.

Short Pump Town Center The shopping center’s summer concert series runs 6-8 p.m. This week, The Taters perform. Free. 360-1700.

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Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen The Henrico Theatre Company presents “The Final Twist,” a murder thriller, at 8 p.m. Through Sept. 25. Tickets are $6-$8. 2880 Mountain Road. 501-5859.

Lee Playhouse The Theater Company at Fort Lee presents the musical “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change!” at 8 p.m. Through Sept. 24. Tickets are $12. 4300 Mahone Ave. 734-6629.

Modlin Center Pilobolus Dance Theatre performs at UR’s Alice Jepson Theater at 7:30 p.m. Through Sept. 10. Tickets are $8-$30. 289-8980.

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Artemis Gallery “Art Glass Visions of Veronica and David Bennet” opens with a reception, 5-10 p.m. Through September. 254-1755.

Carrington’s Closet Children’s art is on display, 7-10 p.m. in Petersburg. 408 N. Sycamore St. 733-7344.

PAAL Gallery The Petersburg Area Art League presents “Interesting Faces and Exotic Places,” work by Doris Furr Gilliland and Paula J. Mims, opening with a reception, 7-10 p.m. Through Oct. 9. 7 E. Old St. 861-4611.

Petersburg Regional Art Center The All Media show, featuring works by Elaine Bankston, Chase Decker, Bob Procida, Keith Ramsey, Beverly Lockwood and Sheila Thomas, opens with a reception, 7-10 p.m. Through Oct. 8. 132 N. Sycamore St. 732-8200.

Reynolds Gallery “Lift Here and Be Happy,” an exhibition of paintings by Paul Ryan and sculpture by Tara Donovan, Kirsten Hassenfeld and Alyson Shotz, opens with a reception, 7-9 p.m. Through Oct. 15. 1514 W. Main St. 355-6553.

Solvent Space VCU School of the Arts presents an opening reception for “Stephen Vitiello: Heaven and Hell (Collaborations with Scanner and Andrew Deutsch)” at Plant Zero, 6-8 p.m. Through Oct. 30. 0 E. Fourth St. 827-0984.

St. Michael’s Episcopal Church “Bronze and Clay Portraits” by Emory C. Bogle opens with a reception, 6:30-9 p.m. 8706 Quaker Lane. 272-0992.

White Canvas Gallery An exhibition of oil paintings and photography by Bill and Linda White opens with a reception, 5:30-8 p.m. Through Oct. 12. 111 S. 14th St. 782-1776.

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University of Richmond Museums Artist Jeremy Drummond gives a talk on “Everyday Aesthetics” as part of the exhibition “This Could Be Anywhere, This Could Be Everywhere: Recent Work by Jeremy Drummond,” 12:30-1 p.m. at the Harnett Museum of Art. 289-8276.

night life

Ashland Coffee and Tea Dixie Power Trio (Dixieland), 8 p.m., $8. 798-1702.

Bahama Joe’s Live country music, weekly, $5. 262-9652.

Blue Mountain Coffee House Josh Bearman and Ed Brogan (bluegrass mandolin duets), weekly, 8-11 p.m., free. 355-8002.

Bogart’s Back Room Blue Line Highway (bluegrass), 9 p.m., $7. 353-9280.

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

Canal Club Angie Aparo and The Infidels, Plumb, 8:30 p.m., $12-$14. 643-2582.

Carlton’s Doug Boyle and Dave Jones (acoustic rock), 9:30 p.m., free. 359-3122.

Cary Street Café Modern Groove Syndicate (jazz), 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

Club Richbrau DJ Rocky and Friends (dance music), weekly, 9 p.m., $3. 644-3018.

ComedySportz ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7 p.m., $10-$12. Punch (sketch comedy), 10 p.m., $8-$10. 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 Ralphie May, 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., $20. 521-8900.

Fusion Live blues and jazz, weekly, 10 p.m., $7. This week, Joshua Walker. 249-2338.

Glenn’s Tavern Baker Brothers, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 321-3444.

Hyperlink Café Reggae Night, weekly. 254-1942.

Jesse’s Place Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 550-0804.

Jolly Roger’s Restaurant and Lounge Missing Mason (rock), 9 p.m., free. 458-9100.

Kitty O’Shea’s Nick’s Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 739-0800.

La Familia Restaurant Salsa Night with DJ Steve (Latin dance music), weekly, free lessons 9-10 p.m., music 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 261-5400.

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.

McCormack’s Irish Pub Classic, Polite Society, 10 p.m., $3. 648-1003.

Mr. Bojangles Therapy (techno, house, drum ‘n’ bass, breaks, DJs), weekly, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., $7-$9. 344-2901.

Mulligan’s Sports Grille (W. Main St.) Karaoke, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 353-8686.

Nanci Raygun ’80s and ’90s Dance Party with DJ Honkey Chauncey and DJ Krames, 18 and older, 9 p.m., free. 353-4263.

Playing Field Karaoke with Max, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 755-7700.

Poe’s Pub Galactic Superstars, 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 Gypsy Roots (swing jazz guitar), weekly, 8-11 p.m., free. 644-3018.

Rosie Connolly’s Pub Irish jam, 7:30 p.m., free. 343-1063.

Sam Miller’s Oyster Bar The Yokels, weekly, 10 p.m.-midnight, free. 644-5465.

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 Union Pacific (rock), 8:30 p.m., $5. 264-5010.

Sin é Chicago Cy, 9 p.m., free. 649-7767.

The Tobacco Company Spectrum, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Tonic Clear with DJ Jéréme Rometti and weekly guest DJs (lounge, jazz, Latin-house, breaks), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 648-4300.

Upper East Side Lounge The Scariens (eclectic funk rock), 7 p.m., $5. 467-6182.

VIP Lounge The Beacon Street Band, 9 p.m., free. 282-6518.

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Art Auction Congregation Or Ami hosts an art auction with dessert at 7 p.m. Through Sept. 11. Tickets are $5-$7. 9400 W. Huguenot Road. 272-0017.

ChesterFest The annual community celebration features a box-car derby race, entertainment, food, art and more, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Chester Village Green. Free. 363-5212.

Family Peace Festival Food, music, skits, seminars and music by May-Lily Lee and John Priestly commemorate Sept. 11, 2001, at Bon Air Methodist Church, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 1645 Buford Road. Call 262-9023 or visit www.familypeacefestival.org.

International Film Festival The University of Richmond film series kicks off with an African Film Program, Sept. 9-10. Today, “Life on Earth” shows at Jepson Hall 118 at 10 a.m. and “Guelwaar” shows at 2 p.m. Free. 287-6699.

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Book Signing Paul Fleisher signs copies of his two new books, “Evolution” and “The Big Bang,” at Narnia Children’s Books, 2-4 p.m. 3100 Kensington Ave. 353-5675.

Illustration Talk Forrest Young gives a talk on illustration from cave paintings to comic books, 2 p.m. at ReaLife Multimedia. $15. 1707 Summit Ave. 233-1600.

James River Writers Bookfair Trent Lott signs copies of his autobiography “Herding Cats: A Life in Politics” at Barnes and Noble Libbie Place at 3 p.m. 5501 W. Broad St. 282-0781.

Poetry Open Mic Barnes and Noble at Virginia Center Commons hosts an open-mic poetry night, 7-9 p.m. 9850 Brook Road. 264-6850.

Soul Café Jamil Jasey hosts a poetry open mic, 2 p.m. at the Richmond Public Library. 101 E. Franklin St. 646-4514.

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RecoveryFest The Richmond Riverfront Corporation presents a day of music at the Canal Turning Basin, featuring A New Dawn Fades, Swing a Dead Cat, Birds in the Meadow, Tulsa Drone, Hallelujah!, Robert Matter, Johnnie and the Lowdowns, Family and Friends, The Phifer Marshall Band, Robert L. Bohannon Sr. and Sonquatro, noon-11 p.m., free. 819-4194.

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Grace Street Theatre K Dance presents the Seventh Annual Contemporary Dance Festival, featuring performers from all along the East Coast, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10-$18. 934 W. Grace St. 828-2020.

galleries

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Plein air watercolors of the botanical garden painted by Dianne Miller hang in Garden Gallery II through Oct. 30. 1800 Lakeside Ave. 262-9887.

night life

Alley Katz Y101 presents 30 Seconds to Mars with special guests, all ages, 6-11 p.m., free. 643-2816.

Babe’s of Carytown Indie Music for Life festival with Donna Long, Karyn Oliver, Kathy Moser, The Kristin Trio, Grace Millo, Kelsey Warren, Denise Barbarita, Vicki Blankenship, 2nd Story, and Amy Henderson and The Orderlies, noon-10 p.m., $10. 355-9330.

Bandito’s “Saturday Night Nature” Dance Night with DJ Rick Danger, weekly. 354-9999.

Bogart’s Back Room X-Ray Rextet (jazz), 9 p.m., $7. 353-9280.

Canal Club DJ Williams Projekt, Special Ed and the Shortbus Bluegrass Band, 8:30 p.m., $8-$10. 643-2582.

Carlton’s Brad Brunswick CD release party (acoustic rock), 9:30 p.m., free. 359-3122.

Cary Street Café Jazz jam, weekly, 2-5 p.m., free. King Solomon’s Marbles (Dead tribute), 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

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

ComedySportz ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7 and 10 p.m., $10-$12. 266-9377.

Cotton Club Lyric Ave (spoken word, comedy, hip-hop variety show), weekly, 8 p.m., $10. 752-0179.

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

Firebirds Rocky Mountain Grill Kevin Kelley, weekly, 5-9 p.m., free. 364-9744.

Funny Bone Ralphie May, 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., $20. 521-8900.

Fusion Live blues and jazz, weekly, 10 p.m., $8-$10. This week, Jerry Joseph. 249-2338.

Glenn’s Tavern Baker Brothers, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 321-3444.

Gospel Chicken House Servant’s Heart, Michael Birchfield, 7 p.m., free. 883-6487.

Grafiti Grille Carol Covell Trio (jazz), 7-10 p.m., free. 288-0633.

Honey Whyte’s The 9:55 Club Stand-Up Comedy Night, 10 p.m., free. 643-6022.

Jolly Roger’s Restaurant and Lounge Missing Mason (rock), 9 p.m., free. 458-9100.

La Familia Restaurant Salsa Night with DJ Steve (Latin dance music), weekly, free lessons 9-10 p.m., music 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 261-5400.

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.

Nanci Raygun Trust in the Fall, Culdera, Joker, Writhe, all ages, 6 p.m., $6. ’20s Party, 18 and older, 10 p.m., $5. 353-4263.

Poe’s Pub Barbi ‘N’ Bondage (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 Tommy Clarke Trio with Russ Hanchin and Joe Sarver (classic jazz), weekly, 7-10 p.m., free. 644-3018.

Sharky’s Pat O’Brien, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 273-1888.

Shenanigans Page Wilson with Reckless Abandon, 9 p.m., $6. 264-5010.

Sin é Michael James, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.

The Tobacco Company Spectrum, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Tonic Blue Bar with DJ Jéréme Rometti and weekly guest DJs (new wave, electronica, house, ’80s retro and breaks), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 648-4300.

Tropical Soul Soultry Saturdays DJ Night (funk, reggae, hip-hop, afrobeat), weekly, 9 p.m., free. 771-1605.

Upper East Side Lounge Jackie Frost (folk), 7 p.m., $5. Hip-Hop Night (DJ, dancing), 10:30 p.m., $5. 467-6182.

VIP Lounge The Beacon Street Band, 9 p.m., free. 282-6518.

Sunday 11

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Poetry Open Mic The Shockoe Bottom Poets read at Shockoe Espresso and Roastery, 2-4 p.m. 104 Shockoe Slip. 648-3734.

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Patriot Day The Carillon War Memorial in Byrd Park performs a concert on the carillon bells, along with a sing-along and special guests, at 4 p.m. Free. 646-1437.

Sitar Concert The Hindu Center of Virginia presents a concert by sitarist Ustad Shahid Parvez at 4:30 p.m. Tickets are $25. 6051 Springfield Road. 360-7692.

galleries

Flippo Gallery “Atelier Circulaire,” a collection of prints, opens with a reception at Randolph-Macon College, 3-5 p.m. Through Nov. 13. 211 N. Center St. 752-3018.

museums

Valentine Richmond History Center The museum offers a weekly Sunday walking tour of various Richmond locations, starting at 2 p.m. This week, the tour explores Hollywood Cemetery. Tickets are $6-$7. 649-0711.

night life

Alley Katz Five.Bolt.Main, Revelation Theory, Saint Diablo, Cynder, all ages, 6-10 p.m., $8. 643-2816.

Babe’s of Carytown Sunday Karaoke, weekly, 3-7 p.m., free. 355-9330.

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.

Cary Street Café Bluegrass brunch jam, weekly, noon, free. The Silent Critic (rock), 9:30 p.m., $3. 353-7445.

Commercial Taphouse Prabir Mehta and Scott Burton (acoustic showcase), 9 p.m., free. 359-6544.

Funny Bone Ralphie May, 7 p.m., $18. 521-8900.

Glenn’s Tavern Another Level Band (R&B, funk), weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight. DJ Sky, weekly, 12:30-2 a.m., $5. 321-3444.

Grafiti Grille Jazz brunch with the Farmer Brothers, weekly, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., free. 288-0633.

Grove Avenue Coffee and Tea Divided Highway (bluegrass), weekly, 9 a.m.-noon, free. 288-6211.

Hard Shell Daniel Clark-Jimmy Sullivan Duo, weekly, 11:30 a.m., free. 643-2333.

Hyperlink Café Jazz Brunch, weekly, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 254-1942.

Jumpin J’s Java J’s Soleil Jazz presents The String Jazz Trio, noon-3 p.m., free. 344-3500.

Kitty O’ Shea’s Jazz Brunch with the Leon Leary Trio, weekly, noon-2 p.m., free. 739-0800.

Mars Bar Throwback Dance Night (’80s and eclectic), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Metro Grill Mark Troxell Duo, weekly, 7:30-9:30 p.m., free. 353-4433.

Mr. Bojangles Lyric Ave (spoken word, comedy, hip-hop), 8 p.m., $8-$10. 344-2901.

Mulligan’s Sports Grille (W. Main St.) Dave Pillsbury’s Toot Sweet Jazz Ensemble, weekly, 7 p.m., free. 353-8686.

Nanci Raygun Hallelujah!, Bunny Rabbits, Awesome New Republic, all ages, 5 p.m., $5. 353-4263.

Richbrau Brewery S.I.N. night, weekly. 644-3018.

Shady Grove Coffeehouse Jack Williams (folk), 8 p.m., $10-$12. 355-2461.

Shenanigans Moot Davis with Pete Anderson (honky tonk), 7 p.m., $8. 265-5010.

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

Monday 12

word

Just Poetry Jam Café Gutenberg hosts a poetry jam, 7:30-9:30 p.m. 1700 E. Main St. 497-5000.

night life

Bogart’s Back Room DJ Williams Projekt (jazz, funk, reggae), 9 p.m., $6.

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

Cary Street Café The Spaceheaters, Uncertainty Principle (jam), weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 353-7445.

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

Emilio’s Get Rite with DJ Merrick and Friends, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 359-1224.

Glenn’s Tavern Carlton Ayles and Legacy (jazz), weekly, 7:30-10:30 p.m., free. 321-3444.

Hyperlink Café Hoodrich Promotions presents Konkrete Jungle VA (guest DJs, jungle, drum ‘n’ bass), weekly, doors open at 9 p.m. 254-1942.

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

Nanci Raygun Sacrosanct (goth, industrial), weekly, 18 and older, 10 p.m., $3-$5. 353-4263.

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

Potter’s Pub and Grille Karaoke with Matt Rock, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 282-9999.

Tuesday 13

museums

Virginia Historical Society Adam Nicolson gives a talk, “Seize the Fire: Admiral Nelson and the Battle of Trafalgar,” at noon. Admission is $3-$5. 428 N. Boulevard. 358-4901.

music

A Capella Chorus The Virginians host a “U Can Sing 2” open house for budding singers, 7 p.m. at North Star Academy. Free. 8055 Shrader Road. Call (866) 827-4647 or visit www.virginians.org.

night life

17.5 Ethos Café 804noise Open Mixer, weekly, 7-10 p.m., free. 780-2665.

Alley Katz Every Time I Die, High on Fire, The Chariot, The Red Chord, all ages, 7-11 p.m., $14. 643-2816.

Arthur’s at Inns of Virginia Open Mic Night with Pace and Magill, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 288-2800.

Bahama Joe’s Karaoke with Smitty, weekly, free. 262-9652.

Bogart’s Back Room Jackass Flats (bluegrass), 9 p.m., $2. 353-9280.

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

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), 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

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

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

Europa Dinner and a movie, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 643-0911.

Firebirds Rocky Mountain Grill Kevin Kelley, weekly, 5-9 p.m., free. 364-9744.

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

Glenn’s Tavern Warren Felton’s Entertainment Karaoke, weekly, 8:30-10:30 p.m. DJ Fletcher, weekly, 10:30 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 321-3444.

Hard Shell Terry Murphy Trio, weekly, 7-9 p.m., free. 643-2333.

Honey Whyte’s Movie Night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 643-6022

Kitty O’Shea’s Karaoke with DJ Scuba Steve, weekly. 739-0800.

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.

Maggiano’s Little Italy Charlie Kilpatrick, weekly, 6 p.m. 253-0900.

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.

Nanci Raygun Lucero, Limbeck, Chris Mills and The New Miserable Bastards, William Eliot Whitmore, all ages, 8 p.m., $10. 353-4263.

Poe’s Pub Open Mic Night, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 648-2120.

Sin é Dave Pollard, weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.

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

The Tobacco Company John Fetherston, 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.

Visions Dance Club Wendy and Ray, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 379-3800.

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