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Art Talks Diana Cooper gives a talk on her exhibition at VCU’s School of the Arts Building, Room 201, at 11 a.m. 1000 W. Broad St. 828-1696.
Michael Schreffler gives a talk on “The Archangel’s Armor: Reflection and Citizenship in Bermejo’s ‘Saint and the Devil,'” 4-5 p.m. at Grace Street Theater. 934 W. Grace St. 828-2020.
Book Reading Edward Falco reads and signs copies of his novel “Wolf Point” at The Fountain Bookstore at 6:30 p.m. 1312 E. Cary St. 788-1594.
Sport Talk Mark Schuster gives a talk on “The Intersectionality of Race, Sport and Sexuality” at Randolph-Macon College at 12:40 p.m. Free. 752-3600.
music
Orleans Jazz Series A weekly jazz series comes to Main Street Station with local music and food, 6-9:30 p.m. This week, The Chez Roue Orchette performs. Tickets are $8. Through Nov. 16. 228-5929.
VCU Alumni Concert Saxophonist John Winn performs with Neighborliness at the Singleton Center at 8 p.m. Free, but reservations required. 922 Park Ave. 827-4676.
galleries
Gallery 40 First Unitarian Universalist Church hosts a juried art show of more than 200 artists, 6-9 p.m. Through Oct. 23. 1000 Blanton Ave. 355-0777.
museums
Science Museum of Virginia The museum presents Lunch Break Science, a weekly lecture series on science and medicine, noon-1 p.m. This week, Sarah Babcock talks about “How Dogs Learn.” Admission is free. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.
night life
Alley Katz Anberlin, Days Away, The Goodwill, all ages, 6-10 p.m., $10-$12. 643-2816.
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 Vesuvius (Latin funk, jazz), 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.
Canal Club Junior Brown, 8 p.m., $16-$18. 643-2582.
Cary Street Café Wrinkle Neck Mules (alt-country), weekly, 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.
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 Open mic night, 8 p.m., $5. 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.
Hyperlink Café Open mic night (spoken word, live music, jams),weekly, 6-9 p.m., free. 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 Open Mic Night with J Smooth, weekly, 8-11 p.m. 225-8686.
Nanci Raygun Integrity, Death Before Dishonor, American Werewolves, all ages, 5 p.m., $12. 353-4263.
Nonesuch Art and Apparel Scott Eastwood presents Psychoterror Horror Movie Night, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 649-4069.
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 (acoustic solo), 8 p.m., free. 648-2120.
Positive Vibe Café Tina Haney and John Leedes (acoustic rock), 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.
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 Josh Small, 8:30-11:30 p.m., free. 649-7767.
The Tobacco Company Rhythmasters, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Thursday 20
events
International Film Series The University of Richmond presents a Chinese Film Program at UR’s Jepson Hall at 7:30 p.m. The film is “Raja.” Through Sunday. Free. 287-6699.
Pork! The ACCA Shriners host the Central Virginia Pork Festival, featuring music by 4 Play, King Edward and the BDs, and Cedar Creek, at the Richmond Raceway Complex, 4-8 p.m. Tickets are $25. 264-0509.
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Film Screening and Talk French filmmaker screens his animated short film “The Revolution of the Crabs,” followed by a discussion of the film with the director, 4:15 p.m. at Randolph-Macon College. Free. 752-3600.
Reading Chop Suey Books presents a reading of fiction by Rydell Bixby and Pir Rothenberg at 7:30 p.m. 1317 W. Cary St. 497-4705.
Trafalgar Bicentennial Celebration Alastair Clark of the British Royal Navy gives a talk on the navy’s famous military victory for John Tyler Community College’s celebration, 6 p.m. at the Midlothian campus. Free, but reservations are recommended. 800 Charter Colony Parkway. 594-1516.
music
Garden Music Series The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen Summer Music Series presents the Oregon Hill Funk All-Stars at the Weinstein Sculpture Garden at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5. 2880 Mountain Road. 261-6200.
Third Thursdays The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts presents a music series featuring art tours and thematic food and drink. This month’s theme is “Texas Octoberfest,” with Brad Spivey and the Honky Tonk Experience, 6-9 p.m. Tickets are $10. 200 N. Boulevard. 340-1405.
stage
Richmond Shakespeare Theatre The Encore! Theatre Company opens a second theater at Second Presbyterian Church for a fall production of the Bard’s plays, opening with “Romeo and Juliet” at 8 p.m. Tickets are $18. Through Nov. 19. 5 N. Fifth St. (866) BARD-TIX.
VUU Performing Arts Theatre The VUU Department of Fine Arts presents “Take a Giant Step,” a play about a black 17-year-old boy living with his family in an all-white neighborhood in the ’50s, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10. Through Oct. 30. 1500 N. Lombardy St. 257-5601.
museums
Agecroft Hall Lady Elizabeth Benyon gives a lecture on “Spanning the Centuries: An English Country House and Its Family” at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $12. 4305 Sulgrave Road. 353-4241.
University of Richmond Museums “Icons and Idols: Jack Mitchell, A Photographer’s Chronicle of the Arts, 1960-1995” opens at the Joel and Lila Harnett Museum of Art with a lecture by Mitchell and reception, 7-9 p.m. Through Feb. 19. 289-8276.
night life
Alley Katz Chimera, Himsa, The Agony Scene, Saint Diablo, all ages, 6-11 p.m., $12. 643-2816.
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.
Blue Mountain Café and Coffee Bar Acoustic open mic night, weekly, 7-10 p.m., free. 355-8002.
Bogart’s Back Room Divided Highway (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 Old Time Gootenanny (bluegrass, folk), 8 p.m., free. 497-5000.
Canal Club 102.1 the X presents X Night, weekly, 8 p.m., $5. 643-2582.
Cary Street Café The Prisoners (dub reggae), 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 Jeff Dunham, 8 p.m., $20. 521-8900.
Fusion The Steve Kessler Quartet (jazz piano), weekly, 8:30 p.m., $5. 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.
Matrixx Room Salsa in the City dance night, weekly, 8 p.m. 225-8686.
Mulligan’s Sports Grille (South Side) Karaoke, weekly, free. 744-8686.
Nanci Raygun Richmatic (underground hip-hop) hosts the Producer’s Cup, 18 and older, 10 p.m., $3. 353-4263.
Out of Bounds Jason Horst, weekly, 10 p.m. 355-7390.
Poe’s Pub Pinkeye D’Gekko (rock), 9:30 p.m., $5. 648-2120.
Rare Olde Times Uisce Beatha (Irish jam), weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.
Reflections Fahari Sound (reggae), weekly, 9 p.m., $5 after midnight. 519-5324.
Sharky’s Pat O’Brien (singer-songwriter), weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 273-1888.
Shenanigans East/West Blues Harp Blow Out with Mark Hummel and the Blues Survivors, Mark Wenner and Li’l Ronnie Owens, 8-11 p.m., $12. 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.
Taste and See Coffee House Offering (Christian rock), 6-8 p.m., free. 232-0818.
The Tobacco Company Janet Martin, 10 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Visions Dance Club Karaoke, weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 379-3800.
Friday 21
events
International Film Series The University of Richmond presents a Chinese Film Program at VCU’s Adams Auditorium at 3 p.m. The film is “Raja.” Free. Through Sunday. 287-6699.
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Dennis Danvers Reads The Richmond science-fiction novelist reads from his work at the VCU Student Commons at 8 p.m. 907 Floyd Ave. 828-1329.
Eyes on Richmond A weekly forum about city issues runs 12:30-1:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church through Nov. 18. This week, Ralph White talks about “Fun in the City: The River Runs Through It.” Admission is $6 and includes lunch from Peking. 815 E. Grace St. 643-3589.
music
Fridays on the Patio James River Cellars hosts a wine-tasting concert series with music by Moossa, 6-9 p.m. Admission is $12. 550-7516.
stage
Landmark Theater The Virginia Opera presents Verdi’s “La Traviata” at 8 p.m. Also playing Oct. 23 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $20-$85. 6 N. Laurel St. Call 262-8100 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
galleries
ADA Gallery Judith Page gives an artist’s talk on photography at 1:45 p.m. 228 W. Broad St. 644-0100.
Bainbridge Art Center “Landscapes Around the World” opens with a reception, 6-10 p.m. Through Dec. 24. 1312 Bainbridge St. 230-4544.
Winchester Office Complex The Bon Air Artists Association displays a painting exhibition through Dec. 9. 10800 Midlothian Turnpike. 359-8893.
night life
Alley Katz Soldiers of Jah Army, Street Legal, Jubeus, 18 and older, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $8-$10. 643-2816.
Ashland Coffee and Tea Caroline Herring (folk), 8 p.m., $15-$20. 798-1702.
Bahama Joe’s Live country music, weekly, $5. 262-9652.
Bella Arte Restaurant George Melvin and Carol Covell (jazz), 8-11 p.m., free. 515-9099.
Blue Mountain Café and Coffee Bar Josh Bearman and Ed Brogan (bluegrass, mandolin duets), 8-11 p.m., free. 355-8002.
Bogart’s Back Room In the Pocket (jazz, funk, groove), 9 p.m., $7. 353-9280.
Breakers South The Tin Man, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 323-8024.
Cabo’s Corner Bistro Blue Line Highway (acoustic rock), 9:30 p.m., free. 355-1144.
Cary Street Café Jackass Flats (bluegrass), 10 p.m., $7. 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. 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 Jeff Dunham, 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., $20. 521-8900.
Fusion Live blues and jazz, weekly, 10 p.m., $8. This week, Glen Wilson and The Jazz Maniacs. 249-2338.
Glenn’s Tavern Baker Brothers, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 321-3444.
Godfrey’s Reflex Dance Night (Brit pop), 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $3-$5. 648-3957.
Hollywood Grill Classic, Minus the Sidekick, 10 p.m., $3. 819-1988.
Jesse’s Place Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 550-0804.
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.
Matrixx Room KISS FM Radio night with DJ Clovia, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. 225-8686.
Mulligan’s Sports Grille (Hull Street Road) 11 to 1 (rock), 9:30 p.m., $5. 744-8686.
Mulligan’s Sports Grille (W. Main St.) Karaoke, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 353-8686.
Out of Bounds Palominos, Sin City Revival, 21 and older, 9 p.m., $5. 355-7390.
Playing Field Karaoke with Max, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 755-7700.
Plant Zero Hot Salsa Happy Hour with DJ El Duro (salsa, merengue), weekly, 5:30-9:30 p.m., 6 p.m. dance lesson, $5. 921-2651.
Poe’s Pub Janet Martin Band, 10 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.
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 Steam-Powered Airplane, Wrinkle Neck Mules, 8 p.m., $6. 264-5010.
Shockoe Espresso and Roastery Joey Eiden (acoustic rock), 7-10 p.m., free. 648-3734.
Sin é Patchwork, 9 p.m., free. 649-7767.
The Tobacco Company Jimmy O Band, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Upper East Side Lounge Highway 10 (rock), 8 p.m., $5. 467-6182.
VIP Lounge Singing River Band, 9 p.m., free. 282-6518.
Saturday 22
events
Bizarre Market Chop Suey Books presents the Bizarre Market, noon-4 p.m. 1317 W. Cary St. 497-4705.
Festival of India Indian music, culture and cuisine is celebrated at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Through Oct. 23. Free. 754-2138.
Richmond Highland Games and Celtic Festival Feats of strength, music and cuisine are on display, plus music by The Kissers, Uisce Beatha, Charlie Zahm and others over two days at the Richmond Raceway Complex. Tickets are $13-$17. Through Oct. 23. Call 569-3200 or visit www.richmondceltic.com.
Wearable Art 1708 Gallery presents the fashion show of strange, unusual and artistic wearables, 8 p.m. at La Différence. Tickets are $35. 125 S. 14th St. 643-1708.
music
Richmond Chorus The Champion Greater Richmond Chorus of Sweet Adelines performs their annual show, “Bright Lights on Broadway,” along with guest quartet Southern Yankees, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Manchester Middle School. Tickets are $12-$15. 4401 Hull Street Road. 282-SING.
The English Channel at Gallery 40 The British invasion band performs at First Unitarian Universalist Church as part of the juried art show, starting at 6 p.m. Free. 1000 Blanton Ave. 355-0777.
Mary Anne Rennolds Concert Series The VCU music series presents the Kavafian-Schub-Shifrin Trio at the Singleton Center at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10-$25. 922 Park Ave. 828-6776.
Rene Marie in Concert The jazz vocalist performs at Camp Concert Hall at UR’s Modlin Center at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $8-$30. 289-8980.
galleries
ADA Gallery The Teleport Video Night features “Sense of Need,” a documentary by Shady Srour, at 8 p.m. 228 W. Broad St. 644-0100.
museums
Children’s Museum of Richmond The Latin Ballet presents Festival del Dia de los Muertos, music, dancing and more, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is $4-$7. 2626 W. Broad St. 474-7031.
Virginia Center for Architecture The museum hosts a tour of “Monument Avenue: 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 Alabama Thunderpussy, Confessor, Brian Police, Facedowninshit, 18 and older, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., $7. 643-2816.
Ashland Coffee and Tea Mary Gautier (Americana), 8 p.m., $15-$20. 798-1702.
Bandito’s “Saturday Night Nature” Dance Night with DJ Rick Danger, weekly. 354-9999.
Bogart’s Back Room George Melvin B-3 Organ Jazz Quartet, 9 p.m., $7. 353-9280.
Canal Club Cosmic Charlie (Dead tribute), 8 p.m., $8-$10. 643-2582.
Cary Street Café Jazz jam, weekly, 2-5 p.m., free. 51 Pegasus (jam, funk), 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, 7:30 and 10:30 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 Jeff Dunham, 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., $20. 521-8900.
Fusion Live blues and jazz, weekly, 10 p.m., $8. This week, Glen Wilson and The Jazz Maniacs. 249-2338.
Glenn’s Tavern Baker Brothers, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 321-3444.
Gospel Chicken House The New Girls Nite Out, Sonrise, 7 p.m., free. 883-6487.
Grafiti Grille Carol Covell and Steve Young (jazz), 7-10 p.m., free. 288-0633.
Grove Avenue Coffee and Tea Jim Malcolm (Scottish folk), 8 p.m., $16-$18. 647-7856.
Honey Whyte’s The 9:55 Club Stand-Up Comedy Night, 10 p.m., free. 643-6022.
Ironhorse Restaurant Chicago Cy, 8-11 p.m., free. 752-6410.
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 Hurricane Katrina Relief Benefit Show featuring Stop It!!, Wow, Owls!, Brainworms, Josh Small, Liza Kate, all ages, 7 p.m., $5. 353-4263.
Poe’s Pub Silverback Blues Burners, 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 Phifer Marshall Band, 9 p.m., free. 649-7767.
The Tobacco Company Jimmy O Band, 9:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Tropical Soul Soultry Saturdays DJ Night (funk, reggae, hip-hop, afrobeat), weekly, 9 p.m., free. 771-1605.
VIP Lounge Singing River Band, 9 p.m., free. 282-6518.
Wonderland Bloody Crackdown CD release party, Selected Enemy, 9 p.m., $5. 643-9233.
Sunday 23
events
Film Screening The documentary “Red State Voices” shows at the Science Museum of Virginia, followed by a panel discussion with the filmmaker and interviewees, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Tickets are $7. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.
International Film Series The University of Richmond presents a Chinese Film Program at UR’s Jepson Hall, Room 118, at 7:30 p.m. The film is “Raja.” Through Sunday. Free. 287-6699.
The Lipizzaner Stallions The world-famous white horses ride into the Richmond Coliseum for shows at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets are $19.50-$27.50. Call 262-8100 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
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Book Reading Robert Kehew reads from and discusses his book, “Lark in the Morning: The Verses of the Troubadours” at Café Gutenberg at 7 p.m. 1700 E. Main St. 497-5000.
music
Hymn Festival Centenary United Methodist Church hosts the 12th annual Hymn Festival and Sing-Along with guest organist Keith Beniston at 5 p.m. Free. 411 E. Grace St. 648-8319.
Piano Recital Charles Hulin performs a classical piano recital at UR’s Camp Concert Hall at 3 p.m. Free. 289-8980.
Richmond Symphony The Richmond Symphony gives a residency concert with musical ensembles from Deep Run High School at the school at 3 p.m. Tickets are $6-$12. 788-1212.
The Taters at Gallery 40 The roots band performs at First Unitarian Universalist Church as part of the juried art show, starting at 5 p.m. Free. 1000 Blanton Ave. 355-0777.
stage
Landmark Theater The Virginia Opera presents Verdi’s “La Traviata” at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $20-$85. 6 N. Laurel St. Call 262-8100 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
museums
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden An event for children, “Goblins and Gourds,” features games, prizes and music by the Richmond Indigenous Gourd Orchestra, 1-4 p.m. Admission is $5-$9. 1800 Lakeside Ave. 262-9887.
night life
Alley Katz Hank Williams III, Laney Strickland Band, 18 and older, 8 p.m.-midnight, $17-$20. 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.
Canal Club Beenie Man (dancehall), 7 p.m., $25. 643-2582.
Cary Street Café Bluegrass brunch jam, weekly, noon, free. Rattlemouth (rock), 9:30 p.m., $3. 353-7445.
Funny Bone Jeff Dunham, 8 p.m., $20. 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 Carol Covell 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.
Richbrau Brewery S.I.N. night, weekly. 644-3018.
Sports Page Open Mic Night, weekly. 379-1844.
Monday 24
music
Bruce Springsteen in Concert The Boss comes to the Richmond Coliseum as part of his “Devils and Dust” acoustic solo tour at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $56-$76. Call 262-8100 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
Classical Music Concert Flutist Mary Boodell and organist Patrick Carlin perform works by Bach and Schumann at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart at 11 a.m. Free. 823 Park Ave. 359-5651.
stage
Modlin Center Savion Glover, performer, choreographer and director, presents “Classical Savion” at UR’s Camp Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. Through Oct. 25. Tickets are $8-$32. 289-8980.
night life
Alley Katz Mardo, 18 and older, 9 p.m., $6. 643-2816.
Bogart’s Back Room Rachel Leyco band (rock), 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, 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., $5. 353-4263.
Penny Lane Karaoke, weekly, free. 780-1682.
Tuesday 25
word
Art Talk Cory Arcangel gives a talk on his exhibition at VCU’s School of the Arts Building, Room 301, at 3 p.m. 1000 W. Broad St. 828-1696.
Book Talk Nathan Lott gives a talk and presentation on his book “60 Hikes Within 60 Minutes of Richmond” at The Fountain Bookstore at 6:30 p.m. 1312 E. Cary St. 788-1594.
music
Gallery Concert The 60-voice YL Male Voice choir from Finland performs at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10-$15. 815 E. Grace St. 643-3589, ext. 5406.
stage
Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen The On-the-Air Radio Players tape a live radio broadcast of classic scripts at 8 p.m. Free. Through Oct. 26. 2880 Mountain Road. 501-5115.
night life
17.5 Ethos Café 804noise Open Mixer, weekly, 7-10 p.m., free. 780-2665.
Alley Katz Emery, Gym Class Heroes, Gatsby’s American Dream, As Cities Burn, all ages, 6-10 p.m., $12. 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 Speak Easys Acoustic Rock, 9 p.m., $3. 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), 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.
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, Arnesto. 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.
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.
Nancy Raygun The Eyeliners, The God Awfuls, Love Equals Death, all ages, 6 p.m., $8. 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 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.
Visions Dance Club Wendy and Ray, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 379-3800.
