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Wednesday 04
events51st Festival of Arts Bak N' Da Day performs doo-wop at 5:30 p.m., followed by Lawrence Robinson performing a carillon concert and the Richmond Concert Band at 7:30 p.m. Fireworks follow. Dogwood Dell. Free. 646-DELL.
All America Celebration Children's Garden festivities at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden include a parade, beach music and crafts at 1 p.m. Admission is $6-$10. 262-9887.
Ashland's Old Fashioned Fourth of July A non-motorized parade, music, book sale, crafts and carriage rides, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Hanover Arts & Activities Center. 500 South Center St. 798-2728.
Chesterfield Fourth of July Celebration Music from KOS, games and children's activities, followed by fireworks at dark. 5 p.m. Chesterfield County Fairgrounds. 748-1623.
Diamond Fireworks Extraganza The light show in the sky begins after Richmond takes on Syracuse, 7 p.m. at The Diamond. Tickets are $8-$16. 262-8100.
Kings Dominion Fireworks A display of fireworks set to patriotic music at Kings Dominion starts at 10 p.m. Tickets are $39.95-$49.95. 876-5400.
Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration Family-oriented entertainment and activities, featuring music from The Slack Family at 1 and 3 p.m., and Lil Ronnie and the Grand Dukes at 2 and 4 p.m. at Meadow Farm/Crump Park. Free. 501-5121.
Potluck Picnic Bring your own dish and eat out with the Vegetarian Society of Richmond at Three Lakes Park at 3 p.m. $5. 400 Sausiluta Drive. 346-4356.
Richmond and the Revolution A two-and-a half-hour bus tour visiting historic stops in Richmond's struggle for freedom starts at 10 a.m. at Valentine Richmond History Center. $21-$24. 649-0711.
night lifeBabe's of Carytown Karaoke, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 355-9330.
Bogart's Back Room Caulit Anything (rock), 10 p.m., $5. 353-9280.
Bottega Bistro Tommy Witten Trio, weekly, 6:30 p.m., free. 379-9899.
Buffalo Wild Wings (Virginia Center Commons) 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.
Caddyshack Lounge (Ashland) Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 798-4231.
Canal Club Open Mic Night Comedy and Variety Show, weekly, 7 p.m., free. 643-2582.
Cary St. Café Farm Vegas (jam/rock), 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.
County Rib & Ale House Rae of Sunshine Karaoke, weekly, 7-11 p.m., free. 675-4447.
Easy Street Café Nard's Karaoke, weekly, 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 355-1198.
Empire Allen Thompson (solo acoustic), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 344-3323.
Emilio's Buttafly Vazquez (soul), 10 p.m., $5. 359-1224.
Escabar Restaurant Metro Sound Band, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 288-4885.
Europa Lounge Sessions with DJs Kean and Jereme Rometti (house, funk), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 643-0911.
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.
Lucky Buddha Service Industry Night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 648-5100.
Maggiano's Little Italy Jazz piano with Fred Ostrow, 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.
Murphy's Law II Billiards Casey McCue (acoustic), weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 739-0800.
New York Deli Alex's Extreme New Wave Dance Party, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 358-3354.
Penny Lane Pub Acoustic open-mic night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 780-1682.
Positive Vibe Café Sister Sweet (acoustic rock), 7:30 p.m., free. 560-9622.
Pour House (West End) Team Trivia, 8 p.m., Bring Your Own iPod Night, 11 p.m., free. 364-9083.
Rare Olde Times Princess Complex, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.
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.
The Triple Restaurant Ladies' Night, weekly, 5 p.m., free. 359-7777.
Wild Rose Café (Chester) Karaoke with Jason Ingram, weekly, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, free. 768-9090.
Thursday 05
events17th Street Farmers' Market The Thursday Growers' Market features fresh foods and handmade crafts, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 643-0310.
Diamond Fireworks Extraganza The light show in the sky begins after Richmond takes on Syracuse at 7 p.m. at The Diamond. Tickets are $8-$16. 262-8100.
Flowers After 5 Stroll through the flowers and plants at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden as live music plays at 6 p.m. Admission is $6-$10. 262-9887.
musicBenefit Concert Folk singer John McCutcheon will perform at the VCU Singleton Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12-$20. 922 Park Ave. 232-1002.
night lifeAlley Katz Neighborhood Friendly, Homecoming Queen, James Tiet Jen, 6 p.m., $7. 643-2816.
Azzurro's Emmy St. James and Her Jazz Gentlemen, 6:30 p.m., free. 282-1509.
Bahama Joe's Top 40 Dance Night, weekly, free. 262-9652.
Bandito's "Thursday Night Drama" Dance Night with DJ Rick Danger, weekly. 354-9999.
Bogart's Back Room Rich Whiskey Audition, 10 p.m., $5. 353-9280.
Bottega Bistro Tommy Whitten Trio, weekly, 6:30 p.m. 379-9899.
Bottoms Up (Downtown) The Dregs, 8 p.m., free. 644-4400.
Bottoms Up (Glen Allen) Live music, 6:30 p.m., free. 377-7499
Brandermill Inn Karaoke with Stevie Ray Braun, weekly. 739-8871.
Brio Tuscan Grille Rusty Farmer Duo (jazz), 6 p.m., free. 272-2255.
Bubba's Restaurant Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 236-1600.
Buffalo Wild Wings (W. Broad St.) Nard's Karaoke, weekly, free. 672-8732.
Cabo's Corner Bistro Steve Bassett, weekly, 9:30-11:30 p.m., free. 355-1144.
Caddy's Karaoke, weekly, free. 794-3007.
Café Diem Roger Carroll and Chez Roué Orchette, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 353-2500.
Canal Club Triple Threat Thursdays with Bock's Car. 8:30 p.m., free. 643-2582.
Capitol Coffee and Desserts D'Santis Duo (jazz), weekly, 12:30-1:30 p.m., free. 204-1755.
Caribbean Mingles Talent showcase (performance, fashion), weekly, 8:30 p.m., $5. 397-4032.
Cary St. Café Sin City Revival (Southern 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.
Curbside Café Captain Slicktalk (acoustic), weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 355-7008.
Curry House Nard's Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 762-4411.
Dixie Diner (Petersburg) Jam session and open-mic night, weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 732-7425.
Emilio's Butterhouse (rock), 10 p.m., free. 359-1224
Escabar Restaurant Metro Sound Band (variety/jazzy), weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 288-4885.
Europa Escape with Oliver K (dark progressive house), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.
Funny Bone Michael Loftus, 7:30 p.m., $12. 521-8900.
Honey Whyte's Ryan Hearn (acoustic rock), weekly, 8 p.m., free. 643-6022.
Maggiano's Little Italy Jazz piano with Fred Ostrow and Lee Covington, 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 Dave Pollard (singer-songwriter), weekly, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., free. 644-4411.
One North Belmont Carol Covell Trio (jazz), 7 p.m., free. 358-0050
Paradise Lounge Richmond Comedy House, 7 p.m., free. 519-0844.
Pearl Throwback Thursdays ('80s and '90s), weekly, 6 p.m. 545-8983.
Poe's Pub The Mayhaws (acoustic stomp), 9:30 p.m., $7. 648-2120.
Pour House Burn Down Falcon (alternative rock), 9:30, free. 364-9083.
Rare Olde Times Uisce Beathe (Irish jam), weekly, 8:30 p.m., free. 750-1346.
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.
Shenanigan's Pub The Galen Kipar Project, 8 p.m., $6. 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.
Sports Page (Midlothian) Open-mic night with Goes Good With Beer, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 379-1844.
Toad's Place Summer of Love Tour with Jefferson Starship, Big Brother and the Holding Company, Quicksilver Messenger Service and Tom Constanten, 7 p.m., $25-$30. 648-TOAD.
Tobacco Company Rhythmasters, 8:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Tonic Soul Kitchen (music and poetry), weekly, 8 p.m., $7. 304-6857.
The Triple Restaurant DJ Chris G. and DJ Scooby (jungle, drum & bass, techno), weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 359-7777.
Visions Dance Club Karaoke, weekly, 7:30 p.m., free. 379-3800.
Wild Rose Café (Chester) Karaoke with David Allen, weekly, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, free. 768-9090.
Friday 06
wordPoetry Reading Maya Corneille will read from her new book of poetry, "I Went Back," at 6 p.m. at the Hyperlink Cafe. Free. 814 W. Grace St. 337-8816 or www.booksbymaya.com.
Richmond Writers Series Local author Stacy Hawkins Adams reads from her novel "Nothing but the Right Thing" at 7 p.m. in the Special Collections Room of the Richmond Public Main Library. 101 E. Franklin St. Free. 230-2590.
musicFridays at Sunset The concert series continues with Chuck Brown and Plunky & Oneness on Brown's Island at 6 p.m. Tickets are $26. Call 644-8515 or visit www.fridaysatsunset.com.
51st Festival of the Arts "Tales to Tell," with storyteller Charmaine Crowell-White, starts at 11 a.m. on the Ha'Penny Stage at Dogwood Dell. Free. 646-1547.
Summer Concert Series KOS performs at 6 p.m. at Short Pump Town Center. Free. 11800 W. Broad St. 360-1700.
galleriesFirst Fridays The monthly art walk on Broad Street continues its season of gallery opening receptions with street performers and vendors, 7-10 p.m. For a listing of gallery openings, check the Galleries box. Call 344-1508 or visit www.firstfridaysrichmond.com.
night lifeAlley Katz Farm Vegas, Sin City Revival, 9 p.m., $7. 643-2816.
Andy's Restaurant Loose Gravel ('60s/'70s classic rock), 9 p.m., $3. 798-9751.
Ashland Coffee and Tea Spottiswoode & His Enemies (alternative), 8 p.m., $10-$15. 798-1702.
Babes of Carytown Wrenn Magnum, 8-11 p.m., $5. 353-9330.
Bahama Joe's Live country music, weekly, 9 p.m., $5. 262-9652.
Bella Arte Just Desserts, 8:30 p.m., free. 515-9099.
Blues Café Jam with the Jazz Composers Alliance, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 225-7400.
Bogart's Back Room Bungalo 6 and Oregon Hill Funk All-Stars, 10 p.m., $7. 353-9280
Buckhead's Carol Covell Trio (jazz), 6 p.m., free. 750-2000.
Buffalo Wild Wings (Shockoe Slip) Nard's Karaoke, weekly, $1. 648-8900.
Cabo's Corner Bistro Bart Chucker Band (rock), 9:30 p.m.-midnight, free. 355-1144.
Caddyshack Lounge (Ashland) Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 798-4231.
Capital Ale House (Downtown) Johnnie and the Lowdowns, 5-9 p.m., free. The Crawdaddies, 9 p.m., $6. 643-ALES.
The Camel The Delvers (acoustic), 9 p.m., $5. 353-4901.
Caribbean Mingles Friday After Work Party with DJ Ace and Rich Boy (hip-hop, R&B, reggae), weekly, 5-8 p.m., $5. 780-0013.
Club Richbrau DJ Rocky and Friends (dance music), weekly, 8 p.m., $3. 644-3018.
ComedySportz ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7:30 p.m., $12-$14. 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.
Curry House Max Troxell Trio, 7:30-10:30, free. 762-4411.
Daddio's Grille Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 754-1448.
Dixie Diner (Petersburg) Sax and Rax, 6 p.m., free. Back Bar (jazz/blues), 9 p.m., free. 732-7425.
Emilio's Classical guitar, 7 p.m. Doc Branch & The Keynotes (jazz), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 359-1224.
Escabar Quatro na Bossa (Brazilian jazz), 9 p.m., free. 288-4885.
Europa DJ Jeff McGrath and Tyke (progressive house), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.
Funny Bone Michael Loftus, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $15. 521-8900.
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 Fatback & DJ Mordecai (funk, soul, jazz and hip-hop), weekly, 10:30 p.m., free. 648-5100.
Maggiano's Little Italy Jazz piano with Fred Ostrow and Lee Covington, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.
Mars Bar New Wave Dance Night, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.
The Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar Plunky & Oneness (funk, soul), 9:30 p.m., $10. 254-4904.
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.
Paradise Lounge DJ DNS (Top 40) & DJ King Tutt (hip-hop, R&B), weekly, 9 p.m., free before 11, $5 after. 519-0844.
Pasta Luna (Commonwealth Parkway) Ominotago, 8 p.m., free. 763-3211.
Poe's Pub Barbi N Bondage, 9:30 p.m., $5. 648-2120.
Pour House "Ladies '80s" with DJ Disco Stew, followed by DJ Jizzy Trent Dance Party, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 364-9083.
Shamrock Pub Karaoke with Brandon Campbell, weekly, 9 p.m. 330-0617.
Shenanigan's Pub The Slack Family, 9 p.m.-midnight, $6. 264-5010.
Sin é Rachel Leyco Band, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.
Stratford Grill Camelot Karaoke, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 320-1218.
Skyy Taylor Barnett Quartet (jazz), 7 p.m., free. 343-7599.
Talon's Sports & Spirits Government Cheese, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 744-9541.
Tobacco Company Spectrum, 8:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.
Thai Curry House Richmond Underground presents Level II (retro electric, dance music), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 358-7027.
The Triple Restaurant 9 Ball Tournament, weekly, 8 p.m., $9. DJ Polzultov, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 359-7777.
Wild Rose Café (Chester) Karaoke with Jason Ingram, weekly, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 768-9090.
Saturday 07
events Family Fun Day Moonwalking, face painting, music and entertainment at the Promenade Shops, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 11627 West Broad St. 360-0477.
Hanover Tomato Festival Arts and crafts, heritage exhibits, games, music from the Hanover Concert Band and plenty of tomatoes, starting at 9 a.m. at Pole Green Park. 8996 Pole Green Park Lane. 550-3665.
Innsbrook After Hours The weekly concert series at the Snagajob.com Innsbrook Pavilion continues with Taylor Hicks. Doors at 6 p.m. Tickets are $15-$35. Call 423-6589 or visit www.innsbrookafterhours.com.
Science Saturdays Electrifying Day at the Science Museum, with experiments and plays about electricity starts at noon. Tickets are $9-$10. 2500 W. Broad St. 861-1400.
music51st Festival of the Arts The Concert Ballet of Virginia performs at 8:30 p.m. at Dogwood Dell. Free. 646-1547.
VCU's Guitar and Other Strings The Jackie Frost Ensemble performs bluegrass and blues at 8 p.m. at the Singleton Center. Tickets are $10. 922 Park Ave. 828-1166.
galleriesJames Center Atrium An exhibition of various art pieces by Metropolitan Richmond Artists Association runs through July 27. 1021 E. Cary St. 674-8219.
night lifeAlley Katz Curio Presents: Festiche, 10 p.m. 798-1702.
Ashland Coffee and Tea Corey Harris (blues), 8 p.m., $16-$21. 798-1702.
Bandito's "Saturday Night Nature" Dance Night with DJ Rick Danger, weekly. 354-9999.
Bella Arte Karaoke, 8:30 p.m., free. 515-9099
Bogart's Back Room Bungalo 6 and Oregon Hill Funk All-Stars, 10 p.m., $7. 353-9280
Bottega Bistro Thomas Coleman (acoustic guitar), weekly, 6-9 p.m., free. 379-9899.
The Camel First Saturday art and Rockitz Fundraisers (emo, pop punk) with The Socials, 6-10 p.m., free. 353-4901.
Club Richbrau DJ Rocky and Friends (dance music), weekly, 9 p.m., free. 644-3018.
ComedySportz ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7:30 p.m., $12-$14. 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.
Curry House Belly dance show hosted by Bat Sheva, 8:30 p.m., free. 762-4411.
Daily Grind Brad Yoder (singer-songwriter), 7 p.m., free. 360-1565.
Dixie Diner (Petersburg) Karaoke with High Brow, 9 p.m., free. 732-7425.
Europa DJ Omar (deep house), weekly, 10 p.m., free. 643-0911.
Emilio's Existor and MJ Project (jazz fusion), 10 p.m., free. 359-1224.
Funny Bone Michael Loftus, 7:30 and 10 p.m., $15. 521-8900.
Lucky Buddha Brice Woodall and the Positrons (alternative), Michael Jantz and the Jailbirds, 9 p.m., free. 648-5100.
Maggiano's Little Italy Jazz piano with Fred Ostrow and Lee Covington, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.
Mars Bar '80s Hits and Electronic Dance Night, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.
The Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar Plunky & Oneness (funk, soul), 9:30 p.m., $10. 254-4904.
Poe's Pub Worn Glory (classic rock), 9:30 p.m., $5. 648-2120.
Pour House At the Stars, 9:30 p.m., $3. 364-9083.
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.
Rocks Suite T, Stung by Her, Herbal Circle, 6 p.m., free. 648-ROCK.
Shenanigan's Pub Billy Ray Hatley & The Show Dogs, 8:30 p.m., $6. 264-5010.
Sin é Pennyshaker, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 649-7767.
Tobacco Company Spectrum, 8:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.
The Triple Restaurant Pure and Simple (blues), 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 359-7777.
Sunday 08
events51st Festival of the Arts The Latin Ballet of Virginia performs at 4 p.m. at Dogwood Dell. Free. 646-1547.
musicStretchin' at Barksdale All-Star Jam with Brad Tucker, Craig Evans, Chris Fuller, Harry Gore, Jackie Frost, Stephen Leckey and B.J. Kocen starts at the Barksdale Theatre at 6 p.m. $5. 1601 Willow Lawn Dr. 282-2620.
galleriesPine Camp Arts & Community Center "Creative Reflections" by various artists, opens with a reception at the Science Museum at 7 p.m. with the No BS Brass Band. Through July 20. 4901 Brook Road. 646-3674.
Science Museum of Virginia "Youth/Teen Showcase," art by young artists, runs through July 20, opening with a reception at the Science Museum at 7 p.m. with the No BS Brass Band. 2500 W. Broad St. 646-3674.
Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen "Denatured," works by Annie Campbell in the Gumenick Family Gallery, opens with a reception at 4 p.m. Through Aug. 4. 2880 Mountain Road. 261-2787.
night lifeAnniebell's (Downtown) Gospel Brunch with Richmond Spirituals, 4 p.m. 649-9464.
Babes of Carytown First Sunday Show, 9 p.m., $5. 355-9330.
Bailey's Smokehouse & Tavern (W. Broad St.) Nard's Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 755-6800.
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.
Café Diem DJ Williams open-mic night, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 353-2500.
The Camel Mary Halvorson and Jessica Pavone (folk, jazz), 8 p.m., $5. 353-4901.
Canal Club Step Out Sundays (dancehall reggae), weekly, 9 p.m., $15 after 11 p.m. 643-2582.
Cary Street Café Old Time Bluegrass Jam Session, weekly, 2-5 p.m., free. 353-7445.
Capital Ale House (Richmond) Robin Carns & The Squalor Hollow Boyz (Texas swing/country), 5-9 p.m., $3. 643-ALES.
Commercial Tap House Prabir (barbershop quartet), 9 p.m., free. 359-6544.
Curry House Karaoke with DJ Phil Rios, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 762-4411.
Dixie Diner (Petersburg) Michael Redman (sax), weekly, noon, free. 732-7425.
Easy Street Café 9:55 Club Comedy Night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 355-1198.
Emilio's Benyaro, 9 p.m., free. 359-1224.
Jumpin J's Java J's Soleil Jazz, weekly, noon-3 p.m., free. 344-3500.
Legend Brewing Company Bluegrass night, weekly, 6:30-9 p.m., free. This week, Cook County Bluegrass. 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.
Mulligan's Sports Bar Live music, weekly, 7 p.m., 353-8686.
Sandy's Restaurant Open-mic night with Rize and Michelle Saud, weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., $5. 329-7263.
Shenanigan's Pub The Ray Pittman Project, 7:30 p.m., $6. 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.
Toad's Place Bowling for Soup with Melee, Quietdrive, Army of Freshmen, 6:30 p.m., $12-$14. 648-TOAD.
The Triple Restaurant Restaurant employee appreciation night, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 359-7777.
Wonderland Nard's Karaoke, weekly, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 643-9233.
Monday 09
galleriesChasen Galleries "My NYC," works by Jian Wu, Mark Lague, Joan Marti, Mary Garrish and Rod Chase, runs through Aug. 9. 3554 W. Cary St. 204-1048.
night lifeBogart's Back Room Clown Church (funk/jazz), 10 p.m., $5. 353-9280.
Café Diem Open-mic night, 7-10 p.m., free. 353-2500.
The Camel Continuum Night (dance/movement), weekly, 7-9 p.m., $12. 353-4901.
Cary Street Café Ominotago (acoustic), weekly, 9 p.m., free. 353-7445.
Mars Bar Milli Vanilli Karaoke, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.
Penny Lane Pub Karaoke, weekly, free. 780-1682.
Pour House West End Movie Night, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 364-9083.
The Triple Restaurant Restaurant employee appreciation night, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 359-7777.
Tuesday 10
musicRichmond Jazz Society's Guest Educator Series Walter Bell and the Latin Jazz Unit perform at the Canal Club at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5-$8. 1545 E. Cary St. 643-1972.
night lifeBailey's Karaoke with Amanda Rogers, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 560-4600.
Bleu Bistro Open-mic jam with Wop of Government Cheese, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 750-1120.
Bubba's Karaoke, weekly, 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 236-1600.
Cabo's Corner Bistro Tracy Retchin, 7-9 p.m., free. 355-1144.
Caddy's Karaoke, weekly, free. 794-3007.
Capital Ale House (Richmond) Blue Line Highway (acoustic rock), 8 p.m.-midnight, free. 643-ALES.
Café Diem DJ Williams Projekt, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 353-2500.
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.
Easy Street Pat O'Brien, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 355-1198.
Element Lounge Wrenn Magnum, 10:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., free. 788-8001.
Forest Hill Park Cashmere Jungle Lords (Southern rock), free, 6-8 p.m. 646-5733.
Funny Bone Meet Dick and Jane date night, 8 p.m., free. 521-8900.
Emilio's Bio Ritmo (salsa), weekly, dance lessons 8 p.m., music 10 p.m., $5. 359-1224.
Legend Brewing Company Rick Seamster, 6:30 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.
Pour House West End Kamikaze 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.
Shenanigan's Pub The Taters, 8 p.m., free. 264-5010.
Sticky Rice Nard's Karaoke, weekly, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., $3. 358-7870.
Triple Restaurant DJ Paul (techno dub), weekly, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., free. 359-7777.
Tropical Soul Verses (spoken word, poetry, hip-hop), weekly, 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m., $5. 771-1605.
Tobacco Company Chris Grigg, 8:30 p.m., free. 782-9555.