Wednesday28

events

Living Green A trade show and panel discussions on green living at the Science Museum of Virginia, from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Science Museum of Virginia. Topics include landscaping, home improvement, recycling, food and fashion. 2500 W. Broad St. 864-1400.

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Poetry Reading The Poetic Principles series begins with a reading by David Baker at the VFMA's Pauley Center at 6 p.m. Tickets are $7-$9. 200 N. Boulevard. 340-1405.

Book Talk Woody Holton will discuss his book "Unruly Americans and the Origins of the Constitution" at 6 p.m. at Book People. 536 Granite Ave. 288-4346.

music

Music Concert Series Barry Salwen will perform "The Piano Sonatas of Roger Sessions" at 7:30 p.m. at the Modlin Center for the Arts, free. 289-8980.

galleries

Reynolds Gallery Richard Roth will discuss his recent paintings at the Reynolds

Gallery at 7 p.m. 1514 W. Main St. 355-6553.

night life

Alex's Extreme New Wave Dance Party, New York Deli, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 358-3354.

Beach music, Caddyshack Lounge (Ashland), weekly, 7 p.m., free. 798-4231.

Blue Line Highway, Positive Vibe Café, 7:30 p.m., free. 560-9622.

Cat Daddy, Tobacco Company, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Donna Jean & The Trixters, Capital Ale House, 9 p.m., $10. 780-ALES.

Fred Ostrow and Lee Covington (jazz), Maggiano's Little Italy, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.

Live Jazz, Dixie Diner, 7 p.m., free. 732-7425.

Pablo Francisco (comedy) Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m., $15. 521-8900.

Retrolution (industrial), Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277

Service Industry Night Lucky Buddha, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 648-5100.

Seven Pound Star, (jam band) Cary Street Café, 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

The Katz Band (jazz/Motown), Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 254-4904.

Tommy Witten Trio featuring Emme St. James, Bottega Bistro, weekly, 6:30-9:30 p.m., free. 379-9899.

WTF Wednesdays (punk hardcore DJ), Empire, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 344-3323.

The Wrest with Pat O'Brien (rock), Sharky's, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 273-1888.

Thursday29

events

Art Karma A silent auction, home-made foods, psychic readers and global music at this annual benefit for Art 180 from 7 to 10 p.m. at Plant Zero. Tickets are $5. 0 E. 4th St. 233-4180.

Mini Greek Festival A smaller version of the summer Greek event takes place at the Hellenic Center, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Through Dec. 1. 30 Malvern Ave. 301-8468.

Illumination at Innsbrook The Whitlocks perform with a reading of "The Night Before Christmas," by Aaron Carter at 6 p.m. at Snagajob.com Pavilion. 794-6700.

word

Lecture William Kelso discusses his book "Jamestown: The Buried Truth," at noon at the Virginia Historical Society. Admission is $3-$5. 428 N. Boulevard. 358-4901.

stage

Richmond Shakespeare Theatre "A Christmas Carol for Two Actors," 8 p.m. Tickets are $13-$24. Second Presbyterian Church, 5 N. Fifth St. (866)-BARD-TIX or www.richmondshakespeare.com.

music

Concert Rick Epping performs at In Your Ear Music and Recording at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15. 1813 E. Broad St. 320-7067.

night life

A Good Natured Riot, (Americana) Cary Street Café, 10 p.m., $5. 353-7445.

Captain Slicktalk (acoustic), Curbside Café, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 355-7008.

Cashmere Jungle Duo, Bottom's Up Pizza, 8 p.m., free. 644-4400.

Chez Roue (swing), Cafe Diem, 9 p.m., free. 353-2500

Chuck Ragan, Sundowner and Rob Huddleston & the Foundation Band, The Camel, 7 p.m., $10-$12. 353-4901.

DJ dance night, Club Richbrau, weekly, 8 p.m. 644-3018.

DJ Meaty, Easy Street Café, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 355-1198.

D'Santis Duo (jazz), Capitol Coffee and Desserts weekly, 12:30-1:30 p.m., free. 204-1755.

Dave Pollard (singer-songwriter), Old City Bar, weekly, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., free. 644-4411.

Fred Ostrow and Lee Covington (jazz), Maggiano's Little Italy, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.

Jeff Carretto (piano), Ruth's Chris Steak House, weekly, 6:30-9:30 p.m., free. 378-0600.

Intense City, Bleu Bistro, 10 p.m., free. 750-1120

Live band, J&D's Café, weekly, 7:30-10 p.m., free. 266-2331.

Live music, Bottom's Up (Glen Allen), weekly, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free. 249-2000.

Live music, Escabar Restaurant, weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 288-4885.

Lounge Sessions with DJs Kean, Jereme Rometti and Adam Ely, Europa, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 643-0911.

Nels, Babe's of Carytown, 9 p.m., $5. 355-9330.

Paramore, Silversun Pickups and Army of Me, Toad's Place, 7 p.m., $18.50-$23. 648-TOAD.

Pablo Francisco (comedy) Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m., $15. 521-8900.

Pat O'Brien (rock), Sharky's, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 273-1888.

Pop '80s Dance Night, Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Reggie Righteous and The Prophets of Funk, Martini Kitchen and Bubble Bar, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 254-4904.

Richmond Afrobeat Movement, Emilio's, 10 p.m., $5. 359-1224.

Richmond Comedy House, Paradise Lounge, weekly, 9:30 p.m., $5. 519-0844.555

Soul Kitchen (music and poetry), Tonic, weekly, 8 p.m., $7. 304-6857.

South Side Funk Band (jam band), 10 p.m., $5. 359-1224.

The Acacia Strain, Despised Icon, Full Blown Chaos, Tony Danza Tap Dance Extravaganza and Wake of Ruin, Alley Katz, 6 p.m., $12-$14. 643-2816.

Tim Grimm, Ashland Coffee & Tea, 8 p.m., $15-$20. 798-1702.

Top 40 Dance Night at Bahama Joe's, weekly, free. 262-9652.

Toubab Krewe, Capital Ale House (Downtown), 11 p.m. $6-$10. 780-ALES.

Third Wave, Tobacco Company, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Throwback Thursdays ('80s and '90s), Pearl, weekly, 6 p.m. 545-8983.

Thursday Night Drama Dance Night with DJ Rick Danger at Bandito's, weekly. 354-9999.

Tummy Thursday (belly dancing), 7 p.m., free. 560-9622

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

World Night at Bank, weekly, 10:30 p.m., free. 648-3070.

Friday 30

events

Grand Illumination Legendary Santa and the Snow Queen visit the James Center with a the Richmond Ballet and the VMI Marching Band. 6 p.m. Free. 1051 E. Cary St. 344-3232.

film

Documentary Premiere "Cuba: Rhythm in Motion," a film about Cuban music at 7:30 p.m. at the Modlin Center for the Arts. Free with tickets. 289-8980

music

Chamber Music Students from VCU will sing at Grace & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church at 7:30 p.m., free. 8 N. Laurel St. 359-5628.

Handel's Messiah The Richmond Symphony and Chorus present Handel's oratorio, "Messiah," at Second Baptist Church at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25-$35. 9614 River Road. 788-1212.

stage

Landmark Theater "The Night Before Christmas," a dance performance by Ballet Petit of Clement Moore's poem, "A Visit From Saint Nicholas," at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15. 320-1409.

St. Catherine's School "The Neon Man and Me," Slash Coleman's one-man show about the life of a neon artist, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10. 6001 Grove Ave. 288-2804.

Empire Theatre "A Christmas Story," based on the classic holiday film presented by Theatre IV, at 7 p.m. Through Dec. 23. Tickets are $28-$32. 344-8040.

galleries

Judy Newcomb Gallery Mixed media by Adele Castillo, Gloria Clifford, Emory Minnick, John Obolewicz, Inge Strack and Passchal. Reception at 5 p.m. Through Dec. 21. 11382 Mall Drive. 794-6001.

night life

Andy, Cindy and Thensome (traditional Irish), Rare Olde Times, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 750-1346.

At the Stars, One Friend and Moste Potente Potions, Canal Club, 9:30 p.m., $5. 643-2582.

BC & Gray, Dixie Diner (Petersburg), weekly, 9 p.m., free. 732-7425.

Belly Dance Show, Curry House, 8:30 p.m., free. 762-4411.

Bill Roberts, County Rib & Ale House, weekly, 8:30-11:30 p.m., free. 675-4447.

Carcinomic, Crossing the Event Horizon and Kinetic Element, The Camel, 9 p.m., $6. 353-4901.

The Reflex Indie Dance Night , Toad's Place, 10 p.m., $3-$5. 648-TOAD.

Cheenon (rock), Poe's Pub, 9:30 p.m., $5. 359-1224.

ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7:30 p.m., $12-$14. Random Acts (adult improv), ComedySportz, 10 p.m., $10. 266-9377.

DJ Tree, Club Richbrau, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 644-3018.

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

The Dirty Truth, Grandpa Eddies BBQ, 8:30 p.m., free. 270-RIBS.

Doc Branch & The Keynotes, Emilio's, weekly, 10 p.m., $5. 359-1224.

Drag King Show, Babe's of Carytown, weekly, 8 p.m., $5. 355-9330.

Flying Sulsers with Aimee Richardson (jazz), Escabar Restaurant, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 288-4885.

Fred Ostrow and Lee Covington (jazz), Maggiano's Little Italy, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.

Friday After Work Party with DJ Ace and Rich Boy (hip-hop, reggae), Caribbean Mingles, weekly, 5-8 p.m., $5. 780-0013.

Hex Machine, La Mere Vipere, Lord by Fire and City of Ships, Alley Katz, 10 p.m., $8. 643-2816.

Intense City, Bleu Bistro, 10 p.m., free. 750-1120.

Jam with the Jazz Composers Alliance, Blues Café, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 225-7400.

Janet Martin, Tobacco Company, 9 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Johnathan Edwards, Ashland Coffee & Tea, 8 p.m., $25-$30. 798-1702.

Ladies '80s with DJ Disco Stew, Pour House, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 364-9083.

Live country music, Bahama Joe's , weekly, 9 p.m., $5. 262-9652.

Live music, Escabar Restaurant, weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 288-4885.

Live music, Sandy's Restaurant, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5. 329-7263.

Live music, Mulligan's Sports Grille (South Side), weekly, 9:30 p.m., $5. 744-8686.

750-1120.

Loose Gravel (classic rock), Sportsman's Restaurant, 8 p.m., free. 236-1911.

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

Mojo Working , Bella-Arte Restaurant & Bar, 8:30 p.m., free. 515-9099.

New Wave Dance Night, Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Negri and Marc Langolier, The Camel, 8 p.m., $7. 353-4901.

Nighthawks, Capital Ale House, 9:30 p.m., $7-$10. 780-ALES.

Pablo Francisco (comedy), Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m., $17. 521-8900.

Pennyshaker, Wabi Sabi (Petersburg), 9 p.m., free. 862-1365.

Richmond Underground presents Level II (retro electric, dance music), weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 358-7027.

Sax & Rax w/Redman, Dixie Diner (Petersburg), weekly, 6-8 p.m., free. 732-7425.

Stompin' Ground, Bennie's, 9:30 p.m., $5. 526-2536.

Susan Greenbaum Band, Babe's of Carytown, 9 p.m., $5. 355-9330.

Terri Murphy and the Butterbean Jazz Quartet, Hard Shell, weekly, 7:30-10:30 p.m., free. 643-2333.

The Dirty Truth and Lawyer Brothers, Grandpa Eddie's BBQ, 8:30 p.m., free. 270-RIBS.

True Liberty, The Scurvies, Filthy 42's, Chester Bistro, 9 p.m., free. 425-6956.

Seven Nations, Canal Club, 8 p.m., $12-$15. 643-2582.

The Wrest with Pat O'Brien (rock), Sharky's, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 273-1888.

Saturday 1

events

Ginter Park Fine Arts and Crafts Show The annual crafts with work from local artists, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Lewis Ginter Recreation Association, free. 3421 Hawthorne Ave. 353-5462.

Ukrop's Christmas Parade The annual parade begins at the Science Museum at 10 a.m. and ends on Seventh Street. The parade will have high-flying balloons, decorative floats, marching bands and Santa Clause. 559.6113

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Book Reading Rebekah L. Pierce will read from "Sex, Lies & Shoeboxes," at Artworks at 1 p.m. 320 Hull St. 274-8976.

Book Signing Ray McAllister signs copies of "Wrightsville Beach: Luminous Island" and "Topsail Island: Mayberry by the Sea" at Barnes and Noble at 2 p.m. 1220 Huguenot Road. 378-3651.

Book Talk John Kukla will discuss "Mr. Jefferson's Women," at 3 p.m. at Book People. 536 Granite Ave. 288-4346.

music

Annual Christmas Concert and Festival A concert in commemoration of World AIDS Day with music from The Cathedral Choir, the VCU Trombone Choir at 7:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. Free. 823 Park Ave. 359-5651.

Concert John Skelton performs Celtic music at Congregation Or Ami at 8 p.m. Tickets are $12-$15. 9400 Huguenot Road. 647-7856.

Holiday Concert The American Youth Harp Ensemble performs at Grace Baptist Church at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5-$10. 4200 Dover Road. 837-9355.

Klezmer Party The Shirim Klezmer Orchestra performs at 7:30 p.m. at the Modlin Center for the Arts. Tickets are $8-$30. 289-8980.

stage

Stories for the Seasons of Light Stories about holiday traditions presented by the Tell Tale Hearts Storytellers Theater at 7:30 p.m. at the Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Tickets are $6-$10. 2880 Mountain Road. 261-ARTS.

night life

80s Hits and Electronic Dance Night, Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Action Patrol and Pink Razors, Alley Katz, 7 p.m., $10. 643-2816.

Brittany Warthan with Lee Harris & Country Sunshine, Chester Bistro, 9 p.m., free. 425-6956.

ComedySportz (interactive improv), weekly, 7:30 p.m., $12-$14. Full Contact Improv (adult improv), ComedySportz 10 p.m., $10. 266-9377.

Cracker with The Gaskets, Toad's Place, 7 p.m., $15-$18.50. 648-TOAD.

Drag King Show (male impersonators), Babe's of Carytown, weekly, 9 p.m. 355-9330.

DJ Meaty, Bandito's, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 354-9999.

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

DJ Tree, Club Richbrau, weekly,10 p.m., free. 644-3018.

DJ Burnie, Lucky Buddha, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 648-5100.

Fred Ostrow and Lee Covington (jazz), Maggiano's Little Italy, weekly, 6-10 p.m., free. 253-0900.

Hal Sparks (comedy) Virginia House of Comedy, 6, 8 and 10 p.m. $23-$30. 4217 Crossing Blvd. 458-2880.

Janet Martin Band, Tobacco Company, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.

Jeff Carretto (piano), Ruth's Chris Steak House, weekly, 6:30-9:30 p.m., free. 378-0600.

Live music, Crossroads, weekly, 8 p.m., $5. 643-2060.

Live music, Daddio's Grille, weekly, 9 p.m., $3-$5. 754-1448.

Live music, Escabar Restaurant weekly, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. 288-4885.

Loose Gravel (classic rock), Sportsman's Restaurant, 8 p.m., free. 236-1911.

Pablo Francisco (comedy) Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m and 10 p.m., $17. 521-8900.

Page Wilson with Reckless Abandon, Ashland Coffee & Tea, 8 p.m., $8-$13. 798-1702.

Pat O'Brien (acoustic rock), Sharky's, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 273-1888.

Reggae night, Caribbean Mingles, weekly, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., $5-$10. 780-0013.

Rollin' & Tumblin', Grandpa Eddies BBQ, 8:30 p.m., free. 270-RIBS.

Russ Hanchin & Joe Sarver Duo (jazz), Taphouse Grill, weekly, 8 p.m., 644-3018.

R&B music, Caddyshack Lounge (Ashland), weekly, 7 p.m., free. 798-4231.

Silverback (blues), Poe's Pub, 9:30 p.m., $5. 359-1224.

The Topz, Wabi Sabi (Petersburg), 9 p.m., free. 862-1365.

Urban Funk-Shun (jazz), Dixie Diner, 9 p.m., free. 732-7425.

The Velvet Marias (alt country), Café Diem, 9:30 p.m., free. 353-2500

Q94's Pauly Madison, County Rib and Ale House, weekly, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., free. 675-4447.

Sunday 2

events

December Bizarre Market Handmade gifts by local artists at Chop Suey Books at 6 p.m. 1317 W. Cary St. 497-4705.

Jake's Reindeer Race A 5k run for pediatric cancer research with music from DJ Mark Hettinger and robotic dodgeball at Innsbrook Corporate Park at 1 p.m. Tickets are $10-$20. 387-0738.

music

Concert The James River Singers perform a musical remembrance of holidays past at St. John's Episcopal Church at 4 p.m. Tickets are $10-$12. 357-9810.

Concert The VCU Guitar Ensemble and the VCU Community Guitar Ensemble perform works by Handel and Villa-Lobos and holiday selections at the Singleton Center at 4 p.m. Free. 922 Park Ave. 828-6776.

stage

Modlin Center for the Arts "Pincus and the Pig," a musical Jewish version of Peter and the Wolf, performed by the Shrim Klezmer Orchestra at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10. 289-8980.

night life

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

At the Stars and C of Cortez, Ramakins, 8 p.m., $5. 447-5112.

Hal Sparks (comedy) Virginia House of Comedy, 6 and 8 p.m. $23-$30. 4217 Crossing Blvd. 458-2880.

J's Soleil Jazz, Jumpin J's Java, weekly, noon-3 p.m., free. 344-3500.

Jazz Brunch with The Doctors of Jazz, Bleu Bistro, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 750-1120.

Jazznecks, Sullivan's Irish Pub, noon-3 p.m., weekly, 752-6410.

Karma Farmers, Legend Brewery, 6 p.m., free. 232-3446.

Kurt Stenhagen, Commercial Taphouse, 9:30 p.m., free. 359-6544.

Live beach music, Wild Rose Café (Chester), weekly, 7 p.m., free. 768-9090.

Magnum & The Bullets, Ready the Way, Enemy at 6, Their Eyes Look Above, Ambershutdown, Alley Katz, 6 p.m., $7. 643-2816.

New Wave and Metal music, Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Offering, Positive Vibe Café, 6:30 p.m., free. 560-9622.

Pablo Francisco (comedy) Funny Bone, 7 p.m., $17. 521-8900.

Sax & Stax with Redman, Dixie Diner (Petersburg), weekly, noon-2 p.m., free. 732-7425.

S.I.N. with free pool, Richbrau Brewing Company, weekly, 4 p.m., free. 644-3018.

Stax & Sax with Redman (jazz), noon, free. 732-7425.

Solid Gold Soul, Caddyshack Lounge (Ashland), weekly, 7 p.m., free. 798-4231.

Step Out Sundays (dancehall reggae), Canal Club, weekly, 9 p.m., $15 after 11 p.m. 643-2582.

Steve Byrne (comedy), Funny Bone, 7 p.m., $17. 521-8900.

Restaurant Employee Appreciation Night, The Triple Restaurant, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 359-7777.

Terri Murphy and the Butterbean Jazz Quartet, Bottoms Up Pizza, weekly, 7:30-10:30 p.m., free. 644-4400.

Wrenn Mangum, Capital Ale House (downtown), 9 p.m., free. 780-ALES.

Monday 3

music

Handel's Messiah The Richmond Symphony and Chorus present Handel's oratorio, "Messiah," at St. Michael's Catholic Church at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25-$35. 4491 Springfield Rd. 788-1212.

Music Concert Series The University Chamber Music Ensembles presents music performed by student vocalists and instrumentalists at 7:30 p.m., free. 289-8980.

night life

Beach music with Steve Leonard, Caddy's, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 794-3007.

The Chemists (jazz), Cafe Diem, weekly, 9:30 p.m., free. 353-2500.

Ominotago, Cary Street Café, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 353-7445.

Guitar Hero with Alan, Richbrau Brewing Company, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 644-3018.

Restaurant Employee Appreciation Night, Triple Restaurant, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 359-7777.

Tuesday 4

museums

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Bob Brier will discuss the theory that Egyptian king Tutankhamen was murdered, 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5-$8. 200 N. Boulevard. 340-1400.

music

Concert The Richmond Concert Band will perform Christmas and classical music at River Road United Methodist Church. 8800 River Road at 7 p.m. Free. 740-6041.

night life

Baroness, Alley Katz, 7 p.m., $10. 643-2816.

Bio Ritmo, Emilio's, weekly, 10:30 p.m., $6. 359-1224.

Cashmere Jungle Duo, Legend Brewery, 6:30 p.m., free. 232-3446.

Chris Grigg, Tobacco Company, 8 p.m., free. 782-9555.

DJ Dominex, Rocks, weekly, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 648-ROCK.

DJ Ghozt, Baja Bean Company, weekly, 10 p.m., free. 257-5445.

DJ Williams Projekt, Café Diem, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 353-2500.

Jazznecks, Davis & Main, 7:30 p.m., free. 353-6641.

John Ralston, Modern Skirts, Common Groundz, 7 p.m., free. 344-8580.

Mills Family Band, (folk), Bogart's, 9:30 p.m., $3. 353-9280.

Pat O'Brien (acoustic), Easy Street Café, weekly, 9 p.m., free. 355-1198.

Rollin' and Tumblin' (blues Americana), Rare Olde Times, weekly, 8 p.m., free. 750-1346.

Totally '80s Dance Night, Mars Bar, weekly, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., free. 644-6277.

Wrenn Mangum, Capital Ale House (downtown), 9 p.m., $8-$10. 780-ALES.