TUESDAY 23

nightlife

CafAc Diem 600 N. Sheppard St. 353-2500: DJ Williams Projekt, 9:30 p.m.

The Camel CafAc 1621 W. Broad St., 353-4901: the Moderate, Thunder Power, Rayland Baxter, 7 p.m.

Cary Street CafAc 2631 W. Cary St. 353-7445: Co-Pilot (funk), 10 p.m., $5.

The Grapevine II 11055 Three Chopt Road. 440-9100: Big Pop and the Doo-Wops, 7 p.m., free.

Shenanigans 4017 MacArthur Ave., 264-5010: Ray Pittman's Rock and Soul Review, 8 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 24

events

Tavern Family Night Hanover Tavern invites families for an evening of games, crafts and food from 6-8 p.m. $20. 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road. 537-5050.

Spirits and Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl Haunts of Richmond present a special walking and drinking tour of the city's most ghost-friendly bars at 7 p.m. at Richbrau Brewing Company, featuring stories for each watering hole. Drinking is not required, but you must be 21 or older to attend. $13. 343-3700. 1214 E. Cary St. visit www.hauntsofrichmond.com for information.

nightlife

Ashland Coffee and Tea 100 N. Railroad Ave., 798-1702: BJ Kocen and Friends, 7 p.m., $5.

The Camel CafAc 1621 W. Broad St., 353-4901: GDP, Daniel Joseph, 8 p.m.

The Canal Club 1545 E. Cary St. 643-2582: Ozric Tentacles, Highly Classified, 10 p.m., $10-$15.

Cary Street CafAc 2631 W. Cary St. 353-7445: LarJar Band (jam band) 10 p.m., $5.

Cous Cous 900 W. Franklin St., 358-0868: Brice Woodall and the Positrons, 9:30 p.m., free.

Downtown DoubleTree Hotel Lounge 301 W. Franklin St., 644-9871: Michael James, 8 p.m., free.

Innsbrook Pavilion 4901 Lake Brook Drive, Glen Allen, 794-6700: the Yonder Mountain String Band, Martin Sexton, 6 p.m., $15-$35.

Positive Vibe CafAc 2825 Hathaway Road,: 560-9622: Blue Line Highway, 7 p.m.

Shenanigans 4017 MacArthur Ave., 264-5010: Amy Henderson, 7:30 p.m., free.

THURSDAY 25

events

Celine Cousteau The Science Museum of Virginia welcomes the granddaughter of legendary underwater explorer Jacques Cousteau from 7-8 p.m. as she tells of her own deep-sea adventures swimming with and studying sharks. $10-$20. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.

music

Groovin' In the Garden Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden continues its summer concert series with a musical performance by Umphrey's McGee at 6 p.m. $15-$25. 1800 Lakeside Ave. 262-9887.

words

Book Launch Author Stacy Hawkins Adams debuts her new inspirational novel, “Worth a Thousand Words,” at the Library of Virginia from 6-7 p.m. Free. 800 E. Broad St. 692-3500.

Book Signing Author Susan Gregg Gilmore autographs copies of her debut novel, “Looking for Salvation at the Dairy Queen” starting at 6:30 p.m. at Fountain Bookstore. 1312 E. Cary St. 788-1594.

From Page to Stage or Screen The James River Writers presents a special panel discussion with playwright and author Clay McLeod Chapman, “Sunshine Cleaning” screenwriter Megan Holley and playwright and director Bryan Doerries at 6:30 at the Children's Museum of Richmond. $5-$12. 2626 W. Broad St. 230-4575.

nightlife

Aurora 401 E. Grace St. 644-5380: SoL CafAc, 8 p.m., free.

CafAc Diem 600 N. Sheppard St. 353-2500: Roger Carroll and Chez Roue, 9 p.m.

The Camel CafAc 1621 W. Broad St., 353-4901: Daquadrant, H Squad, Burnt Bush, 8 p.m.

The Canal Club 1545 E. Cary St. 643-2582: Buff Shaggy, 7 p.m., $10-$12.

Curry House 4032 Cox Road, 762-4411: the Dave Pillsbury Toot Sweet Jazz Ensemble with Carol Covell, 7 p.m.

Emilio's Tapas Bar 1847 W. Broad St., 359-1224: Tele-Phonic, 7-9 p.m., $5.

Funny Bone 11800 W. Broad St., 521-8900: Michael Winslow, 7:30 p.m., $20.

Globehopper Coffeehouse and Lounge 2100 E. Main St. 523-8083: Jason Jenkins, 8-10 p.m., free.

Richbrau Brewing Company and Taphouse Grill 1212 E. Cary St., 644-3018: the Russ Hanchin and Joe Sarver Jazz Duo, 8 p.m., free.

FRIDAY 26

events

Red, White and Black Tie Soiree The Renaissance Conference Center welcomes city residents for a night of dancing and socializing at 8 p.m., featuring music, hors d'oeuvres, prizes and exhibitions in tango and salsa dancing. $35. 107 W. Broad St. For tickets and information visit www.dancerssoiree.com.

galleries

Artspace Gallery “Radius 250.” Opening at 6 p.m. and on display through Aug. 23. 0 E. Fourth St. 232-6464.

Art Works Gallery “Humanity,” featuring work by Patricio Vilanova. “When Clouds Dream,” featuring photography by Kathy Yost Benham. “A Journey Through Complex and Peaceful Art,” featuring paintings by Keith B. Taylor. “Recent Works,” featuring jewelry and textiles by Joel Howard. On display through July 19. 320 Hull St. 291-1400.

Electronic Art Exchange ADA Gallery hosts a special two day electronic, media-based exhibition starting at 7 p.m., featuring works and performances by Nia Burks, Jake Dodd, John Hendershot, Ali Miharbi, Tobias Stretch, Necole Zayatz, Caustic Castle, Jennida Chase, Althea Georgelas, Ryan Gothrup, Belinda Haikes, Hassan Pitts and Pilottone. Free. 228 W. Broad St. 644-0100.

Reynolds Gallery “Almost Famous,” featuring art work by Seth Alverson, Patrick Cadenhead, Ryan Gothrup, Jonathan Marshall, Keith Mendak, Julie Ann Nagle, Maria Pithara, Toshiyuki Tanaka. “Sweet Summertime,” featuring work by Isabel Bigelow, Sally Bowring, Janet Decover, Gerald Donato, Josephine Haden, Susan Jamison, Linn Meyers, Jiha Moon, Marc Petrovic, Stephen Talasnik, Rob Tarbell, Heide Trepanier and Jack Wax. Both on display through Aug. 15. 1514 W. Main St. 355-6553.

music

Friday Cheers 2009 Richmond continues the 25th season of its free summer concert series at Brown's Island with a performance by Toubab Krewe with Crucial Elements at 6 p.m. Free. At Fifth and Tredegar streets. For information call 788-6466 or visit www.venturerichmond.com.

Fridays at Sunset Virginia's international music festival returns to downtown Richmond featuring numerous artists in jazz, R&B, soul, hip-hop and go-go, continuing with a performance by Ryan Leslie and Solange Knowles at 6 p.m. in Kanawha Plaza, at Eighth and Canal streets. $20-$30. For information visit www.fridaysatsunset.com.

stage

“Ask Le Faux!” The Random Acts Improv Comedy troupe performs a night of spontaneous humor at the HATTheatre starting at 7:30 p.m. (family friendly) and 9 p.m. (mature audiences), with repeat productions on June 27. $7-$10. 1124 Westbriar Drive. 343-6364.

Ezibu Muntu Dance Company The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen presents a performance by this troupe of African dancers, drummers and entertainers starting at 10 a.m. with a repeat show on Saturday at 7 p.m. $10-$20. 2880 Mountain Road. 261-2787.

nightlife

Alley Katz 10 Walnut Alley, 643-2816: Girls Get All the Action, Colin Healy, In Anthems, Hello Conductor, Battle Ghost, Nowhere Else on Earth, Audible View, 4-10 p.m., $10-$12. Bush League, Photosynthesizers, Brad Moss and the New Age, Elevation Click, 10 p.m., $5-$7.

Ashland Coffee and Tea 100 N. Railroad Ave., 798-1702: Ellis Paul, 8 p.m., $16-$21.

Buffalo Wild Wings 12056 Southshore Pointe Drive, Midlothian, 739-9266: Nat King Kong, 6 p.m.

Buffalo Wild Wings 1090 Virginia Center Parkway, Glen Allen: 553-9998: Union Pacific Band, 6 p.m.

CafAc Diem 600 N. Sheppard St. 353-2500: the Recliners, 9 p.m.

The Camel CafAc 1621 W. Broad St., 353-4901: Radioviolet, the Orion Prototype, Ghandis Gunman, the Livesavers, 7 p.m., $5.

The Canal Club 1545 E. Cary St. 643-2582: SOJA, the Movement, the I-Ternals, 8:30 p.m., $17-$20.

Capital Ale House 623 E. Main St., 780-2537: Dirty Truth, 5 p.m., free. Half Brother Sid, 10 p.m., $7.

Cary Street CafAc 2631 W. Cary St. 353-7445: Crucial Elements (reggae), 10 p.m., $5.

City Dogs 1316 E. Cary St., 343-3647: Scottzilla and Acoustikat, 10 p.m., free.

Dixie Diner 250 N. Sycamore St., 732-7425: Past Eleven, 9 p.m., free.

Emilio's Tapas Bar 1847 W. Broad St., 359-1224: Scoven, Beard and Cruse, 7:30-9:30 p.m., free.

Funny Bone 11800 W. Broad St., 521-8900: Michael Winslow, 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m., $20.

Grandpa Eddie's Alabama Ribs and BBQ 11129 Three Chopt Road, 270-7427: the Venture Rays, 8:30 p.m., free.

Home Team Grill 1630 W. Main St., 254-7360: Jangling Reinharts, 9:30 p.m., free.

The National 708 E. Broad St., 612-1900: Mat Kearney, Erin McCarly, 8 p.m., $16-$19.

Plaza Bowl 521 E. Southside Plaza, 233-8799: Hex Machine, Lord by Fire, Ada Doom, 8 p.m.

Poe's Pub 2706 E. Main St., 648-2120: Deep Fried Mojo, 9:30 p.m., $5.

Positive Vibe CafAc 2825 Hathaway Road, 560-9622: Susan Greenbaum, 7-9 p.m.

Richbrau Brewing Company and Taphouse Grill 1212 E. Cary St., 644-3018: Cy Taggart, 7 p.m., free.

Savannah 55 Irvington Road, 435-6000: Sweet Justice, 6:30 p.m.

Shenanigans 4017 MacArthur Ave., 264-5010: the Enablers, 8:30 p.m.

SinAc 1327 E. Cary St. 649-7767: Aparallax, 9 p.m.

Tobacco Company 1201 E. Cary St., 782-9555: Black Cash and the Bad Trips, 9:30 p.m., free.

The Triple 3306 W. Broad St., 359-7777: Brandon Hayes and Rob Huddleston, 10 p.m.

Wabi Sabi 29 Bollingbrook St., Petersburg, 862-1365: Loose Gravel, 9 p.m.

SATURDAY 27

events

Civil War Reenactment The Richmond National Battlefield Park presents a Living History Encampment on the Gaines' Mill battlefield in Hanover County from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., continuing June 28 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., recreating Robert E. Lee's first victory as commander of the Army of Northern Virginia. Featuring tours and educational discussions all programs are free. 6283 Watt House Road. 226-1981, ext. 23.

The Doctor Is In Meadow Farm Museum presents a special historic tour discussing how ailments were cured in the mid-1800s from 1-3 p.m. Free. 3400 Mountain Road, Glen Allen. 501-5520.

Historic Van Tour Richmond City Van Tours invites guests for a mobile historic overview of the city from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m. beginning at the Richmond Convention Visitors' Center. $70. 401 N. Third St. Registration required. 744-1718.

Scooper Bowl The Science Museum of Virginia invites area children for a day of launches of candy-filled piAñatas and water balloons from a trebuchet, a catapultlike device. Fun starts flying at 11 a.m. $4-$12. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.

Summer of Sharks The Science Museum of Virginia begins its seasonal tribute to the famous sea predator with a series of movies, presentations and petting exhibits, opening with the facility's new shark space at 10 a.m. $9-$10. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.

music

Festival of the Arts at Dogwood Dell The Richmond amphitheater welcomes Plunky and Oneness for a jazz performance starting at 8 p.m. 0 S. Boulevard in Byrd Park. 646-1437.

words

Seasons of Love Judith Onesty and Les Schaffer present a special series of stories examining the intricacies of the man-woman relationship starting at 7 p.m. at the Henrico Theater. Free. 305 E. Nine Mile Road. 328-4491.

nightlife

Alley Katz 10 Walnut Alley, 643-2816: Bobaflex, Unheard Concept, the Sex, Blood of the Martyrs, 5-9 p.m., $10-$12. 1000 Yard Stare, 10 p.m., $7.

Ashland Coffee and Tea 100 N. Railroad Ave., 798-1702: Susan Greenbaum and Chris Parker, 8 p.m., $8.

CafAc Diem 600 N. Sheppard St. 353-2500: Broken Monday, 9 p.m.

The Camel CafAc 1621 W. Broad St., 353-4901: NO BS Brass Band, 9 p.m., $6.

The Canal Club 1545 E. Cary St. 643-2582: Sons of Bill, Jason Horst and the Best of the Worst, 8 p.m., $9-$10.

Capital Ale House 623 E. Main St. 780-2537: Crucial Elements, 10 p.m., $6.

Cary Street CafAc 2631 W. Cary St. 353-7445: Jam with Pierre, 2-5 p.m., free., Modern Groove Syndicate (jazz and funk), 10 p.m., $7.

Ellwood Thompson Coffeehouse 10 S. Thompson St., 612-1827: Carol Covell and Randall Burton Duo (jazz), 7 p.m., free.

Emilio's Tapas Bar 1847 W. Broad St., 359-1224: Tele-Phonic, 7-9:30 p.m., free.

Funny Bone 11800 W. Broad St., 521-8900: Michael Winslow, 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m., $20.

Grandpa Eddie's Alabama Ribs and BBQ 11129 Three Chopt Road, 270-7427: Scattered, Smothered and Covered, (Americana and bluegrass), 8:30 p.m., free.

JJ's Grille 10298 Staples Mill Road, 755-6229: Janet Martin, 8 p.m.

The National 708 E. Broad St., 612-1900: Memory Fade, Core 87, Seventh Ghost, Steelshot, 6:30 p.m., $10-$13.

Plaza Bowl 523 E. Southside Plaza, 233-8799: the Lost Souls, the Muckrakes, the Bible Beaters, 8 p.m., $6.

Poe's Pub 2706 E. Main St., 648-2120: Sloth Loves Chuck, 9:30 p.m., $5.

Richbrau Brewing Company and Taphouse Grill 1212 E. Cary St., 644-3018: the Russ Hanchin and Joe Sarver Jazz Duo, 8 p.m., free.

Shenanigans 4017 MacArthur Ave., 264-5010: Brad Spivey and the Honky Tonk Experience, 8:30 p.m.

Sidelines CafAc 10348 Ironbridge Road, 748-4786: Loose Gravel, 9 p.m.

SinAc 1327 E. Cary St. 649-7767: Even Better Than the Real Thing (U2 covers), 9 p.m.

Tobacco Company 1201 E. Cary St., 782-9555: Black Cash and the Bad Trips, 9:30 p.m., free.

The Triple 3306 W. Broad St., 359-7777: Star FK Radium, LarJar Trio, 10 p.m.

Tropical Soul CafAc 314 N. Second St. 771-1605: Soulgasm: DJ Sayeed (hip-hop and soul), 9 p.m.-2 a.m., $5.

SUNDAY 28

events

Historic Walking Tour The Valentine Richmond History Center invites guests for an afternoon of canal boats and cobblestones from 2-4 p.m. to explore the architecture and preservation efforts along the James River and the Canal. $10. Meet at the James Center clock tower at 10th and East Cary streets.

galleries

1212 Gallery “Manchester National Juried Fine Art Exhibition: Small Works 2009,” featuring 71 works by 40 artists from across the U.S. and Canada. Opening at 2 p.m. and on display through Aug. 2. 12 E. 12th St. 233-9957.

music

Festival of the Arts at Dogwood Dell The Richmond amphitheater welcomes Memories of Motown for a special performance of soul and R&B classics at 8:30 p.m. 0 S. Boulevard in Byrd Park. 646-1437.

Leave It To Biber The Centenary Festival Choir and Period Orchestra, directed by Stanley Baker, presents its annual Centenary Classics Concert beginning at 5 p.m. at the Centenary Methodist Church, performing the choral and instrumental works of 17th-century composer Heinrich Ignaz von Biber and his contemporaries. $10. 411 E. Grace St. 648-8319.

nightlife

Alley Katz 10 Walnut Alley, 643-2816: Traveling Nachos, Last Epidemic, the Hotdamns, Day After Death, A Sky Like Mortars, Nick Fisher, the Last Kings, Parchment Kick, At Arms Length, Bullet to Black, A Dead Girl, 4-11 p.m., $8-$10.

The Camel CafAc 1621 W. Broad St., 353-4901: Sunday Influence, Herbal Circle, Broke Boys, 8 p.m., $5.

Cary Street CafAc 2631 W. Cary St. 353-7445: Tripp and Jenny Johnson (jam session), 2-5 p.m., free. Robert Von Rhombus, 9 p.m., $5.

Commercial Taphouse 111 Robinson St., 359-6544: The Evening Mirrors, 9:30 p.m., free.

Emilio's Tapas Bar 1847 W. Broad St., 359-1224: Scoven, Beard and Cruse, 7-9:30 p.m., free.

Funny Bone 11800 W. Broad St., 521-8900: Michael Winslow, 7 p.m., $20.

Plaza Bowl 521 E. Southside Plaza, 233-8799: Alison Apperson, Brandon Peck, David Schultz, 8 p.m.

Positive Vibe CafAc 2825 Hathaway Road,: 560-9622: Chicago Cy, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Offering and the Taters, 6 p.m.

Que Pasa 623 N. 25th St., 402-7502: Tapas and Jazz, 4-9 p.m.

MONDAY 29

events

Nature Quest Maymont invites area children ages 6-10 for a special scavenger hunt from 9:30-11 a.m. $10-$12. Register by June 25. 358-7166, ext. 333.

stage

“Little Red Riding Hood” Stage 1 Theatre Company presents a family-friendly rendition of the classic fairy tale about a cross-dressing wolf and his affinity for basketed snacks at 11a.m. and 1 p.m., continuing every Monday through Wednesday through July 8. $5-$7. 9130 Dickey Drive, Mechanicsville. 427-7548.

nightlife

The Camel CafAc 1621 W. Broad St., 353-4901: Hi I'm Bryce, Zac Hryciak and the Jungle Beat, 7 p.m., free.

The Triple 3306 W. Broad St., 359-7777: Bermuda Triangles (tropical and experimental), B.L.A.C.K.I.E. (hip-hop), Fat Tony (hip-hop), Head Molt (noise), David Marie-Garland (stand-up comedy), $6.

TUESDAY 30

events

Eww, That's Gross Maymont invites children ages 6-10 to uncover the dirty truth of nature from 10:30 a.m.-noon, studying the scat of puking owls, vomiting vultures and other crass critters. $10-$12. Register by June 26. 358-7166, ext. 324.

Banditos 22905 Patterson Ave., 354-9999: Wrenn Mangum, 9 p.m., free.

CafAc Diem 600 N. Sheppard St. 353-2500: DJ Williams Projekt, 9:30 p.m.

The Camel CafAc 1621 W. Broad St., 353-4901: Roma, Blue Haven, 8 p.m.

Cary Street CafAc 2631 W. Cary St. 353-7445: Barnun (bluegrass), 10 p.m., $3.

Gallery5 200 W. Marshall St., 644-0005: Fight the Giant Bull, Ilad, the Runaway Circus, 8 p.m., $10.

The Grapevine II 11055 Three Chopt Road. 440-9100: Big Pop and the Doo-Wops, 7 p.m., free.